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Sept. 8, 2005

Texas Game Wardens, State Parks Aid Katrina Victims

AUSTIN, Texas — Within the past week, Texas game wardens in New Orleans have rescued close to 5,000 people left stranded by Hurricane Katrina's lingering floodwaters. Meanwhile, hundreds of evacuees are still camping free in dozens of Texas state parks.

Aug. 25, 2005

TPW Commission Rejects Offer To Buy Big Bend Ranch Land

AUSTIN, Texas — The Texas Parks and Wildlife Commission today rejected an offer to buy part of Big Bend Ranch State Park, citing concerns that there were no guarantees the complicated transaction would improve public access and resource conservation consistent with the agency’s mission and plans.

Aug. 15, 2005

Civilian Conservation Corps Vets To Gather At Garner State Park

CONCAN, Texas — Dozens of surviving members of a unique American fraternity that planted billions of trees, stocked almost a billion fish and developed 800 state parks will kick up their heels and reminisce about their days in the Civilian Conservation Corps during a two-day reunion at Garner State Park.

Aug. 1, 2005

New Maps Show State Parks Within 60 Miles Of Metro Areas

AUSTIN, Texas — Texas Parks and Wildlife Department has just made it a little easier for city folk to enjoy life outdoors with the launch of a series of urban maps called “State Parks Near You.”

June 20, 2005

Volunteers Sought This Summer at Texas State Parks, Historic Sites

AUSTIN, Texas — Texas state parks and historic sites are seeking retirees, vacationing educators and any others looking for something interesting to do this summer.

May 31, 2005

State Parks Lure Anglers During Family Fishing Celebration

AUSTIN, Texas — Lazy summer days and fishing just seem to go hand in hand, so it’s the perfect time to take advantage of the Family Fishing Celebration that allows fishing without a fishing license in Texas state parks.

April 25, 2005

7,837 Acres Added to Palo Duro Canyon State Park

AMARILLO, Texas — The Texas Parks and Wildlife Department has arranged to purchase 7,837 acres in Armstrong County to be added on the southeast side of Palo Duro Canyon State Park.

April 4, 2005

‘Texas State Parks Pass’ Popularity Grows As It Enters Second Year

AUSTIN, Texas— Campers, anglers, cyclists, hikers and other state park users are snapping up the new $60 Texas State Parks Pass in growing numbers as the busy spring and early summer seasons beckon folks to the great outdoors.

TV Series To Feature State Park Equestrian Trails

AUSTIN, Texas – Texas horses and riders will make a television appearance in July, in a new television series featuring several of Texas’ equestrian trails and facilities.

March 7, 2005

New Guide Makes Visiting Texas State Parks a Snap

AUSTIN, Texas — An expanded version of the Texas State Park Guide is now available that provides detailed information about more than 120 of the state’s natural and cultural treasures – from well-known landmarks such as Palo Duro Canyon to lesser-known jewels like Kickapoo Cavern.