Aug. 30, 2023

Texas Land Management Agencies Encourage Texans to Prevent Wildfires During Dove Hunting Season

AUSTIN — Texas Parks and Wildlife Department urges Texans to help protect the lands and natural resources we all love during the upcoming dove hunting season by being mindful of activities that may cause a wildfire.

Aug. 17, 2023

A pesar del implacable calor de este verano, se espera que en la temporada de paloma se registren altísimas cifras

AUSTIN — Hemos tenido temperaturas por arriba del promedio este verano pero, gracias a que tuvimos una primavera fresca y lluviosa, los cazadores de Texas podrán encontrar un significativo incremento en las poblaciones de paloma al abrir la temporada este 1ero de septiembre.

Despite Unrelenting Summer Heat, Dove Season Expected to Have Soaring Numbers

AUSTIN — A cool and rainy spring means that despite above-average summer temperatures, Texas hunters could encounter significantly increased dove populations as the 2023 season opens Sept. 1.

Aug. 11, 2023

Texas Hunting, Fishing Licenses on Sale Aug. 15

AUSTIN— It’s August, which means kids are back in school and the fall hunting and fishing seasons are quickly approaching. Before packing your favorite tackle and camo for trips, be sure to purchase an annual fishing and hunting license for 2023-24.

Aug. 9, 2023

Texas Statewide Quail Symposium Slated for Aug. 16-18 in Abilene

ABILENE – Quail experts from across the state are convening Aug. 16-18 in Abilene for The Texas Statewide Quail Symposium.

Big Time Texas Hunts Offers 27th Year of Unique Hunting Opportunities

AUSTIN – This season, Texas Parks and Wildlife Department’s (TPWD) Big Time Texas Hunts program is awarding 10 lucky winners with premium guided hunt packages, offering some of the very best hunting opportunities in Texas.

July 25, 2023

Emergency Rules Adopted for Movement of Breeder Deer

AUSTIN — In response to continued positive detections of Chronic Wasting Disease (CWD) in deer breeding facilities, Texas Parks and Wildlife Department (TPWD) has adopted an emergency rule  implementing additional movement and testing restrictions for white-tailed deer in deer breeding facilities.

July 19, 2023

Se abre la Recepción de Solicitudes para el Programa de Sorteo de Licencias de Caza para Texas para la Temporada 2023-24

AUSTIN — Este otoño los cazadores tendrán nuevas oportunidades y escenarios disponibles a través del Programa de Sorteo de Licencias de Caza del Departamento de Parques y Vida Silvestre de Texas (TPWD). El programa, que otorga permisos para los cazadores seleccionados tanto en tierras públicas como privadas en todo el estado de Texas, ahora está aceptando las solicitudes para tener la oportunidad de ganar alguna de las casi 10,000 licencias en más de 60 categorías de caza de alta calidad.

July 7, 2023

Texas Drawn Hunt Program Opens for 2023–24 Season Applications

AUSTIN – New hunting opportunities and scenery are available to hunters this fall through the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department’s (TPWD) drawn hunt permits program. The program, which issues permits for drawn hunts on both public and private lands throughout Texas, is now accepting applications for a shot at almost 10,000 permits in more than 60 high quality hunt categories.

June 15, 2023

The Great Outdoor Scavenger Hunt is Back with a New Category- GASP!

AUSTIN— This summer, Texas Parks & Wildlife magazine kicks off its fourth annual Great Outdoor Scavenger Hunt (GOSH). Participants can choose from 35 locations in seven regions for chances to win prizes from Buc-ee’s, Whole Earth Provisions Co., the Texas Historical Commission and more.