July 30, 2014

Game Warden Field Notes, July 30, 2014

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

July 8, 2014

Gulf of Mexico Shrimp Season to Open July 15

AUSTIN — The Gulf of Mexico commercial shrimp season for both state and federal waters will open 30 minutes after sunset Tuesday, July 15. The opening date is based on an evaluation of the biological, social and economic information to maximize the benefits to the industry and the public.

June 27, 2014

Fish Habitat at Brushy Creek Reservoir Enhanced with Aquatic Vegetation Plantings

ATHENS—Texas Parks and Wildlife Department (TPWD) partnered with Austin Fly Fishers (AFF) and the City of Cedar Park Parks and Recreation Department to conduct native aquatic vegetation plantings at Brushy Creek Reservoir on June 21.

June 25, 2014

Statewide Boat-draining Rule Takes Effect July 1

ATHENS – Beginning July 1, boaters must drain all water from their boat and on-board receptacles before leaving or approaching a body of fresh water anywhere in Texas.

June 23, 2014

Fourth of July Fireworks at Texas Freshwater Fisheries Center

ATHENS, Texas—The annual Fourth of July fireworks show at the Texas Freshwater Fisheries Center (TFFC) will be Friday, July 4.

June 10, 2014

Good News for Texas Bats

AUSTIN— Recent surveys in Texas for white-nose syndrome, a devastating fungal disease that has killed more than six million bats across eastern North America, found no evidence of the disease in the state.

Video Recounts History of First ShareLunker, a Fish Called Ethel

ATHENS—A seven-minute video about the most famous largemouth bass ever caught in Texas is now available for viewing on YouTube.

Nominations Sought for Texas Freshwater Fishing Hall of Fame

ATHENS, Texas — Individuals or organizations that have made a lasting contribution to freshwater fishing in Texas may be nominated through November 1 for induction into the Texas Freshwater Fishing Hall of Fame.

June 6, 2014

Celebrate Free Fishing Day This Saturday

AUSTIN— The Texas Parks and Wildlife Department is beginning summer park festivities with free fishing day this Saturday as part of National Fishing and Boating Week.  On June 7, Texans can fish on any public waters in the state without a fishing license.

June 3, 2014

Fishing for Fun at a Texas State Park

AUSTIN – With the weather warming up, many families can head to a local state park and reel in some fun summer memories.