Jan. 26, 2017

TPWD Proposing Changes to Hammerhead Shark and Grouper Regulations

AUSTIN —The Texas Parks and Wildlife Department (TPWD) is seeking public comment on proposed modifications to hammerhead shark and grouper regulations. The proposed changes would alter the current size and possession limits for hammerhead sharks and grouper to be consistent with federal regulations. This will reduce confusion for anglers fishing in state and federal waters and enhance compliance, administration and enforcement. All public input will be considered prior to any action by the Texas Parks and Wildlife Commission at its March 23 public hearing.

Game Warden Field Notes, Jan. 26, 2017

The following items are compiled from recent Texas Parks and Wildlife Department law enforcement reports.

Jan. 24, 2017

Lake Corpus Christi State Park to Host Kid Fish Event

MATHIS – Park rangers are hosting a free kid fish event for beginner anglers ages 5 to 12 Saturday, Jan. 28, at Lake Corpus Christi State Park.

Jan. 12, 2017

Game Warden Field Notes, Jan. 12, 2017

The following items are compiled from recent Texas Parks and Wildlife Department law enforcement reports.

Jan. 4, 2017

Public Scoping Meetings Set for Saltwater Fisheries Regulations

AUSTIN — The Texas Parks and Wildlife Department’s (TPWD) Coastal Fisheries Division will host three public scoping meetings Jan. 10-11 in several communities to discuss potential changes to Texas saltwater fishing regulations relating to great hammerhead sharks, black grouper, Nassau grouper, and gag grouper.

Jan. 2, 2017

TPWD Taking Public Comment on Proposed Shad Collection Rules

AUSTIN — The Texas Parks and Wildlife Department (TPWD) is seeking public comment on proposed changes to the regulations on the possession and sale of gizzard and threadfin shad collected from public waters, which would require persons who collect or possess shad in excess of certain limits to obtain a permit.

Dec. 29, 2016

Game Warden Field Notes, Dec. 29, 2016

The following items are compiled from recent Texas Parks and Wildlife Department law enforcement reports.

Dec. 27, 2016

‘Trails to Trout’ Bringing Free Youth Fishing to Tyler’s Nature Center

TYLER – Take your favorite kid on a fishing trip and help them bag seasonal sport fish for free during the 11th annual “Trails to Trout” fishing days in January at The Nature Center. The East Texas Woods and Waters Foundation (ETWWF) and the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department (TPWD) are stocking 2,000 rainbow trout at the pond for adult and child team fishing from 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. Jan. 7 and 14.

Dec. 16, 2016

Game Warden Field Notes, Dec. 16, 2016

The following items are compiled from recent Texas Parks and Wildlife Department law enforcement reports.

Dec. 14, 2016

TPWD Supports USFWS Proposal to Remove Black-capped Vireo from Endangered Species List

AUSTIN – Citing a decline in threats, increased bird populations and improved habitat, the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service is taking public comment on its proposal to remove the black-capped vireo from the federal endangered species list. Much of the songbird’s U.S. range is in Texas, so the Lone Star State is where much of the work to aid it has occurred.