Oct. 15, 2025

Quail Surveys Raise Expectations for Another Quality Hunting Season

AUSTIN – Quail hunting season kicks off on Nov. 1 in Texas, and the annual Texas Parks and Wildlife Department (TPWD) roadside survey revealed some encouraging population numbers heading into opening day. Good habitat conditions along with timely rainfall helped bobwhite and scaled quail production this last spring and summer.

Oct. 8, 2025

TPWD Biologists Predict Favorable Season for Waterfowl Hunters

AUSTIN – Abundant population numbers and above average rainfall during the summer months is a confidence booster for hunters preparing for the start of the new waterfowl hunting season.

Sept. 25, 2025

Texas Commemorates National Hunting and Fishing Day Sept. 27

AUSTIN – Texas Parks and Wildlife Department (TPWD) encourages Texans to take their friends and family into the outdoors to celebrate National Hunting and Fishing Day on Sept. 27.

Sept. 16, 2025

White-tailed Deer Archery Hunters Should Have Plenty of Opportunities to Harvest Quality Bucks Before the General Season

AUSTIN —White-tailed deer hunters heading to blinds for the archery-only season should experience another great opener this year. Bucks during this time of year gather in bachelor groups and provide plenty of hunting opportunities before the rut kicks off.

Sept. 15, 2025

What is New for Hunting Season 2025-26

AUSTIN — The 2025-26 hunting season has kicked off with a great start to dove season for hunters across the state. However, hunters should be aware of changes before entering the field.

Sept. 11, 2025

Inks Lake State Park to Host 3rd Annual Explore Bowhunting Event

AUSTIN – Texas Parks and Wildlife Department’s (TPWD) Community Archery Program is partnering with Inks Lake State Park in Burnet and numerous partners Oct. 11 to help the public “Explore Bowhunting”.

Sept. 2, 2025

Teal Season Opens in Texas Sept. 20

AUSTIN – Teal hunting season kicks off Sept. 20 and for the first time in nearly 20 years, Texas waterfowl hunters face a shortened early season.

Aug. 27, 2025

Boaters, Waterfowl Hunters Reminded to ‘Clean, Drain and Dry’ on Labor Day Weekend, Teal Season Opener

AUSTIN – As Texans get ready for Labor Day weekend and the opening of teal hunting season on Sept. 20, the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department (TPWD) urges boaters, paddlers and waterfowl hunters to do their part to protect Texas lakes from aquatic invasive species.

Aug. 21, 2025

Strong Populations and Prime Conditions Set Stage for Promising Dove Season

AUSTIN — Despite early weather challenges, Texas dove hunters can look forward to a strong 2025 season.

Big Time Texas Hunts Kicks Off 29th Year of Conservation Fundraising

AUSTIN— Texas Parks and Wildlife Department (TPWD) has added bonuses for winners as it opens entries for this year’s Big Time Texas Hunts, offering some of the best hunting opportunities on Texas private ranches and public lands.