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3423 4 FTA JJW Hill Country Rain


In the early 1990s, the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department partnered with the University of Texas and the Texas Department of Commerce to produce a one-of-a-kind music video at Guadalupe River State Park. Enjoy “Hill Country Rain” by Jerry Jeff Walker. Full Episode: https://youtu.be/jpvuASTp1Bo Texas Parks and Wildlife Episode 23, Season 40, Program 3423 When to watch on Texas PBS stations: https://tpwd.texas.gov/newsmedia/tv/tvwhere.phtml #texasoutdoors #outdooradventure #outdoors #texas #archive #history #texashistory #celebration #performance #music

Art of Birding


A birding team explores the Texas coast in a race to spot the most species during the Great Texas Birding Classic. Accessibility is taking center stage at new camping sites under construction at the Albert & Bessie Kronkosky State Natural Area. Enjoy a throwback performance of a Texas Hill Country classic. Full Episode: https://youtu.be/jpvuASTp1Bo Texas Parks and Wildlife Episode 23, Season 40, Program 3423 When to watch on Texas PBS stations: https://tpwd.texas.gov/newsmedia/tv/tvwhere.phtml #texasoutdoors #outdooradventure #outdoors #texas #birds #birding #birdwatching #artist #artwork #printing

Birding Classic, Path Planner, Hill Country Rain | Texas Parks & Wildlife Series (Full Episode)


Episode 23, Season 40 of Texas Parks & Wildlife, a weekly PBS series about the great outdoors. A birding team explores the Texas coast in a race to spot the most species during the Great Texas Birding Classic. Accessibility is taking center stage at new camping sites under construction at the Albert & Bessie Kronkosky State Natural Area. Enjoy a throwback performance of a Texas Hill Country classic. The Art of Birding - 1:40 A wildlife artist’s love of birds is deepened by participating in the Great Texas Birding Classic competition. Follow the team during a “big day” along the Texas Coast. For more information on The Great Texas Birding Classic: tpwd.texas.gov/gtbc Weekday Camping - 9:15 Armed with a smartphone and a savvy for social media, one city-dweller’s outdoor experience might be a little different than his grandfather’s, but getting outside can still fit with a modern, urban lifestyle. Parks & Wildlife People: Path Planner - 13:21 As new parks are being developed in Texas, how to make them accessible to more people is front of mind. Accessibility Manager and Americans with Disabilities Act Coordinator Jessica Burke shows how accessibility is taking center stage at new camping sites under construction at the Albert and Bessie Kronkosky State Natural Area and shares why making parks accessible is important for all visitors. From the Archives: Hill Country Rain - 17:37 In the early 1990s, the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department partnered with the University of Texas and the Texas Department of Commerce to produce a one-of-a-kind music video at Guadalupe River State Park. Enjoy “Hill Country Rain” by Jerry Jeff Walker. Postcard From Texas: Gorman Springs - 24:13 Enjoy the sights and sounds of clear flowing water from the springs that feed Gorman Creek at Colorado Bend State Park. Chapters: Intro - 00:00 Bird Prints - 1:40 Camping R&R - 9:15 TPWD People - 13:21 From the Archives - 17:37 Gorman Springs - 24:13 Share a story from this episode: https://youtu.be/2U4RnRzrNEM https://youtu.be/gPYkbTExVAU https://youtu.be/xsT94MlB1w4 https://youtu.be/1NpquuXPmJI Episode 23, Season 40, Program 3423 Air Dates: March 8-14, 2026 & September 20-26, 2026 When to watch on Texas PBS stations: https://tpwd.texas.gov/newsmedia/tv/tvwhere.phtml Join us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/texasparksandwildlife Join us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/texasparkswildlife/ #texasoutdoors #outdooradventure #outdoors #texas #nature #documentary #fullepisode

Camino Real, Ecosystem Engineers, Paddle Point Creek | Texas Parks & Wildlife Series (Full Episode)


Episode 22, Season 40 of Texas Parks & Wildlife, a weekly PBS series about the great outdoors. Travel across Texas on the Camino Real de los Tejas and meet a man on a mission to highlight the history, places, and culture of this centuries-old pathway. Prairie dogs play an important role on the short-grass prairies of Texas. Learn about how these fascinating animals help engineer this important ecosystem. Join some kayakers on the Paddle Point Creek Paddling Trail near Dallas. Ecosystem Engineers - 1:38 Prairie dogs are a keystone species that impact over 150 different species of animals. They create habitats that various animals use, and they are prey for several others. Watch and learn more about these very special ecosystem engineers. Paddle Point Creek Paddling Trail - 6:45 Paddle Point Creek paddling trail is an excellent place for beginning paddlers to dip their oars into the sport of kayaking! Join us as we explore highlights from the wildlife and scenery along the banks of the 6-mile trail and explore a submerged bridge in the middle of the lake. El Camino Real de los Tejas: Tracing a Timeless Trail - 9:49 New awareness is being brought to a centuries-old pathway, the Camino Real de los Tejas. Meet a man on a mission to highlight its history, and the places and cultures it connects, as we trace a National Historic Trail through Texas. Postcard From Texas: Stars Over Texas - 23:56 Enjoy a mesmerizing look at the starry skies over Texas. Chapters: Intro - 00:00 Prairie Engineers - 1:38 Paddle Point Creek - 6:45 Camino Real de los Tejas- 9:49 Stars over Texas - 23:56 Share a story from this episode: https://youtu.be/xVPXacjhLME https://youtu.be/gD01aFhfgUg https://youtu.be/iXxhVm_y9-4 Episode 22, Season 40, Program 3422 Air Dates: March 1-7, 2026 & September 13-19, 2026 When to watch on Texas PBS stations: https://tpwd.texas.gov/newsmedia/tv/tvwhere.phtml Join us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/texasparksandwildlife Join us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/texasparkswildlife/ #texasoutdoors #outdooradventure #outdoors #texas #nature #documentary #fullepisode

Prairie Dogs Ecosystem Engineers


Prairie dogs are a keystone species that impact over 150 different species of animals. They create habitats that various animals use, and they are prey for several others. Watch and learn more about these very special ecosystem engineers. Full Episode: https://youtu.be/9IKVJz206yo Texas Parks and Wildlife Episode 22, Season 40, Program 3422 When to watch on Texas PBS stations: https://tpwd.texas.gov/newsmedia/tv/tvwhere.phtml #texasoutdoors #outdooradventure #outdoors #texas #prairie #prairielife #prairiedogs #wildlife #environment #ecosystem