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PBS Show El Camino Real, Songbird Habitat & Sand Surfing, #2618


Program 2618. Air dates February 11-17, 2018 & August 12-18, 2018 El Camino Real, Songbird Habitat & Sand Surfing Tracing a Timeless Trail 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. Lone Star Land Steward: Brown Ranch Looking to get away from their home in the big city, Mark and Cheryl Brown bought an overgrazed piece of land an hour east of Austin. Their work in restoring native songbird habitat has grown from a hobby to a passion, and they're looking to spread the message. Surfing the Sands at Monahans Sun, sand, and surfing are not just found at the beach. Visit Monahans Sandhills State Park near Midland-Odessa and surf, slide, or tumble down the dunes for some family fun. Postcard From Texas Join a black light night hike at McKinney Falls State Park in Austin.

PBS Show A Memorable Hunt, El Carmen Conservation & Parrot People, #2617


Program 2617. Air dates February 4-10, 2018 & August 5-11, 2018 A Memorable Hunt, El Carmen Conservation & Parrot People In Memory of Jacob Krebs A young man’s dream to become a Navy Seal and serve his country ends too quickly, but his values and family and community love sparks new opportunities and even life for many others. The Harper Wildlife Association Youth Hunt in Memory of Jacob Krebs is now an annual event providing first time hunting opportunities to youth who come from a military background. Lone Star Land Steward: El Carmen Land & Cattle Co. A wildlife refuge along the Texas-Mexico border protects vital dispersal corridors for large mammals and is a major migration corridor for birds. Wildlife managers Bonnie and Billy Pat McKinney are busy restoring this precious piece of Chihuahuan Desert. Parrot People Bird-enthusiasts in the Rio Grande Valley are turning their attention to a bird with a strong personality about which researchers know very little: the Red-Crowned Parrot. Threatened by habitat loss and the pet trade, the Red-Crowned Parrot has moved to the cities of south Texas, while researchers and volunteers are just now learning the basics about this quirky bird. Postcard From Texas Observe some majestic Bighorn Sheep roaming the Trans-Pecos region of Texas.

PBS Show West Texas Wetlands, Cave People & Sharing Space, #2616


Program 2616. Air dates January 28- February 3, 2018 & July 29-August 4, 2018 West Texas Wetlands, Cave People & Sharing Space West Texas Wetlands In the driest region of Texas, meet some ingenious landowners who created their own desert oasis’. From Presidio to Balmorhea, new man made wetlands are attracting not only birds but some excited birders. And if you head to one particular oasis you’ll see one of the rarest hummingbirds found in the United States. Lone Star Land Steward: Solana Ranch Solana Ranch near Salado, Texas has been in the Michaux family since 1950. Through the family's cattle and hunting operations, they've held this special piece of property together in the face of development pressure in one of the fastest growing areas of the state. Cave People Who knows what darkness lurks deep in the heart of Texas? Cavers know! There are thousands of known caves in Texas and more yet to be discovered. Join some modern day cave explorers as they duck, climb, crawl, and squeeze their way through the dark and mysterious world that exists beneath our feet. Postcard From Texas The Rita Blanca National Grassland is 92,000 wide open acres straddling the Texas and Oklahoma border. This shortgrass prairie is home to pronghorn antelope, prairie dogs, and a variety of songbirds.

PBS Show Shrimping Life, Brazos Bend & Bathing Bobwhites, #2615


Program #2615. Air dates January 21-27, 2018 & July 22-29, 2018 Shrimping Life, Brazos Bend & Bathing Bobwhites The Last of the Stringos Shrimping is and has always been a way of life for the Stringo family. Five generations of Stringos have shrimped the Gulf and Bays of Texas. But times are tough, and while most of the family have given up, there is one Stringo still on the water. Brazos Bend State Park Known as a nature-lovers paradise, the diverse ecosystems of Brazos Bend State Park attracts equally diverse people from the nearby metropolis of Houston. Learn about some of the things visitors enjoy doing at this popular state park. Preaching Taxidermy Meet a man in Utopia who helps save souls, when he isn’t helping save lasting mementos of hunting and fishing trips. Rafinesque’s Big-eared Bats Get an up close look at a bat few folks ever get to see. Travel to east Texas and visit the Trinity River National Wildlife Refuge, to catch a glimpse of the rare Rafinesque's Big-eared Bat. Postcard From Texas Bobwhite Quail cool off and chow-down in a Panhandle cotton field.

PBS Show El Paso Envoy, Fighting Fires & an Aquatic Advisor, #2614


Program 2614. Air dates January 14-20, 2018 & Juley 15-21, 2018 El Paso Envoy, Fighting Fires & an Aquatic Advisor El Paso Envoy A day in El Paso might include empanadas, bouldering, ancient legends, and a happy-hour hike. Join Hueco Tanks ambassador Clara Cobb doing her favorite activities. The Firefighters Now more than ever Texans realize the importance of skilled firefighters, as 2011 was one of the worst wildfire years on record. See what it takes to be on the frontlines as part of Parks and Wildlife’s Wildland Fire Team. Parks & Wildlife People: Jackie Robinson Always wanting to teach and share her knowledge, Jackie Robinson a leader in providing expert advice for the promotion and protection of healthy aquatic ecosystems. Waiting for Winter Trout The annual winter stocking of rainbow trout in the Guadalupe River is a much anticipated event. Check out some of the best spots to go to catch these feisty freshwater fish. Pedernales Falls Bike Trails Pedernales Falls State Park is known for its falls of course. Lesser known are the 20 or so miles of hike and bike trails. Take a tour of the trails on two wheels. Postcard from Texas Enjoy sunset in the marsh of Galveston Bay.

PBS Show Eye in the Sky, Saving Prairies & Sheldon Lake, #2613


Program 2613. Air dates January 7-13, 2018 & July 8-14, 2018 Eye in the Sky, Saving Prairies & Sheldon Lake Eye in the Sky Technology just keeps getting better, and as a result so does our knowledge of wildlife. With the use of satellite transmitters placed on wildlife we are learning more and new things about the lives and habits of Texas’ wildlife. See how biologists gather information about the lives of desert bighorn sheep as they move the through the mountains of west Texas and Mexico, and the endangered Kemp’s Ridley Sea Turtle as they travel the Gulf of Mexico. Sheldon Lake State Park & Environmental Learning Center Sheldon Lake State Park & Environmental Learning Center is a 2,800 acre park that has been surrounded by development over the past fifty years. Today, the park boasts a diverse habitat, including prairie, marsh, and woods. It’s an oasis for both wildlife and people, just minutes from Downtown Houston. The Last Stand The pristine coastal prairie landscape is disappearing at a rapid rate in Texas. Once covering millions of acres, less than a tenth of a percent of the original prairie remains. But there is a movement underway to turn things around. Meet some of these prairie patriots who are working to restore coastal prairies back to Texas. Guarding the Nest Boaters are asked to stay clear of rookery islands during water-birds nesting season along the coast. Biologists say it only takes two minutes for an abandoned egg to cook in the Texas sun or a newborn chick to parish in the heat or be left to predation. Boaters and anglers can help out by being aware of their actions and allowing plenty of space for the birds. Postcard From Texas Enjoy the beautiful landscape of the west Texas sky.

PBS Show Nesting Shrikes, Beautiful Butterflies & Outdoor Families, #2612


Program 2612. Air dates December 31, 2017-January 6, 2018 & July 1-7, 2018 Nesting Shrikes, Beautiful Butterflies & Outdoor Families Settled In at Old Settlers The Loggerhead Shrike is a songbird with a raptor’s habits. They skewer their meals on barbed wire or thorns for easy eating. Some Shrikes have also found a nice nesting place in a busy Round Rock, Texas park. San Jacinto Battleground State Historic Site On April 21, 1836, Texas won its independence when an outnumbered Texan Army defeated Mexican forces on the plains of San Jacinto. The Monument built in remembrance of the battle stands on the flat Texas wetlands along the Houston ship channel. It is one of the most recognizable symbols of the history of Texas – a soaring monument to commemorate a small battle with huge consequences.  Betting on Butterflies Some fragile flying insects bring beauty and business to Texas each year. Are we being good hosts? Parks & Wildlife People: Texas Outdoor Family Team Texas Outdoor Family was created to help those with very little experience in the outdoors or in state parks, to find the joys of the outdoors "with no experience necessary". Postcard From Texas Stephen Ramirez is a San Marcos based photographer who, during his travels and work with the Texas Land Conservancy, focuses on landscape photography of natural areas in the state.

PBS Show Mule Deer, Game Warden Aid & Wild Wing, #2611


Program 2611. Air dates December 24-30, 2017 & June 24-30, 2018 Mule Deer, Game Warden Aid & Wild Wings Mulies of the Plains A large scale research project is taking a closer look at mule deer in the Texas Panhandle. Three Texas universities have teamed up with the Parks and Wildlife Department to determine how agriculture may affect mule deer movements and survival in this region. Parks & Wildlife People: Game Warden Critical Incident Response Team Referred to as the peer support team, the Texas Game Warden Critical Incident Response Team gives support to law enforcement officers, first responders and others in need of emotional support. The team provides "crisis first aid" to those in need from officers trained to provide counseling and support. Lone Star Land Steward: Wild Wings Ranch When Rod and Mary Hench bought a ranch in Scurry County, Texas, they envisioned a place to go quail hunting. It’s taken a few years to turn the overgrazed scrub land into a haven for all kinds of wildlife, but they’ve done it bit by bit. Today the Wild Wings Ranch has quail, dove, white tail deer, mule deer and turkey. Franklin Mountains Bike Trails Get ready to actually ride your bike in the mountains, the largest sustained mountain range in Texas, in fact! From downright nasty single track to some easy open riding, Franklin Mountains State Park has some of the best mountain biking trails in the state. Postcard From Texas The South Llano River is a great place to swim, or just relax.

PBS Show Bird Man, Fishing Support & Powderhorn Ranch, #2610


Program 2610. Air dates December 17-23, 2017 & June 17-23, 2018 Bird Man, Fishing Support & Powderhorn Ranch Parks & Wildlife People: Cliff Shackelford Cliff Shackelford has dedicated his career to advancing bird conservation and education in Texas. Published in scientific articles and books, authoritative science is at the heart of Cliff's work, powered by a love for the beauty and mystery seen only in the world of birds. And he can do a lot of bird calls. Fishing Hall of Fame: Gulf States Toyota As one of the founders of The Toyota Texas Bass Classic, Gulf States Toyota has been instrumental in promoting bass fishing and recruiting youth and families into the outdoors through fishing. The Powderhorn Legacy Through the efforts of many agencies and organizations, the largest remaining undisturbed track of land on the Texas coast has been acquired for conservation and restoration of native habitats and wildlife. Powderhorn Ranch is a unique and significant biological and recreational asset that will be an important asset for wildlife and outdoor recreation for future generations. The Cup Crusaders A father and son, armed with a video camera, fight city litter, and raise awareness about the impacts of urban trash on water, fish, and wildlife. Washington-on-the-Brazos State Historic Site Known as the birthplace of Texas independence, this East Texas park features a living history farm, a reconstructed Independence Hall, and the Star of the Republic Museum. It’s a place where you can touch and taste history. Postcard From Texas Enjoy a relaxing morning at Lake Corpus Christi State Park.

PBS Show 100 Mile Hike, 3 Mile Revival & Alamito Creek, #2609


Program 2609. Air dates December 10-16, 2017 & June 10-16, 2018 100 Mile Hike, 3 Mile Revival & Alamito Creek The Hundred-Mile Hike Follow a young hiker on her first long-distance hike on the longest trail in Texas: The Lone Star Hiking Trail. Share in her triumphs, along with fatigue, blisters, and ticks. Lone Star Land Steward: Three Mile Creek With selective cedar removal, grazing and wildlife management, and a passion for native grasses, a family in the Hill Country has revived Three Mile Creek and the land that surrounds it. Postcard From Texas Located in the Trans-Pecos region of Texas, where dry is the norm, Alamito Creek stands out as a tiny oasis.

PBS Show Pecos Pupfish, Fishing Educator & D-Day Remembered, #2608


Program 2608. Air dates December 3-9, 2017 & June 3-9, 2018 Pecos Pupfish, Fishing Educator & D-Day Remembered Pecos Pupfish on the Brink We follow along with some biologists that are worried about a tiny fish that is on the edge of extinction. Fishing Hall of Fame: Bobby Whiteside Bobby Whiteside has devoted his life to leading efforts in education and research about our aquatic resources. More than a role model in the field of freshwater fishing, he is an avid fisherman and never met a student he couldn’t teach. D-Day +50 D-Day marked the turning point in World War II. It was also a turning point in the lives of those who were there. Visit with some of the veterans of the Battleship TEXAS as they get together to relive old memories, and rekindle old friendships. Postcard From Texas Take a tour of the wetlands at Sea Rim State Park.

PBS Show Fish Structure, Beach Restoration & Turkey Return, #2607


Program 2607. Air dates November 26-December 2, 2017 & May 27-June 2, 2018 Fish Structure, Beach Restoration & Turkey Return Hands-On Habitat As reservoirs age, natural places for fish to find food and shelter can be lost. So crews in Northeast Texas are sinking some strange-looking structures and seeding native plants to improve the situation for both fish and fishermen. Restoring McFaddin Beach A storm ravaged beach along the upper Texas Coast is on the mend. McFaddin National Wildlife Refuge used to have miles and miles of sand dunes that protected the largest remaining freshwater marsh on the Texas Coast. Hurricanes and erosion have wiped out many of these dunes, and now work is underway to restore them. Lone Star Land Steward: Harris Ranch When John Sewell took over management of the Harris Ranch in Uvalde and McKinney counties 20 years ago, it was difficult to find a Rio Grande Wild Turkey on the property. The 17,000 acres had been severely overgrazed to the point that grass was minimal and forbs for deer were all but gone. Today, turkey and deer hunting are the primary source of income for the ranch along with the honey bees that help to pollinate plants and create more ground cover. Parks & Wildlife People: Jesse Segura Managing the security and operability of over 1,700 mobile devices, Jesse Segura keeps Texas Parks and Wildlife talking, texting and communicating. Postcard From Texas Hummingbirds flock to the feeders at South Llano River State Park.

PBS Show Ocean Oasis, the County Warden & Cedar Hill Bikes, #2606


Program 2606. Air dates November 19-25, 2017 & May 20-26, 2018 Ocean Oasis, the County Warden & Cedar Hill Bikes Texas Clipper: An Ocean Oasis 10 years ago Texas Parks and Wildlife sank a 7000-ton ship 17 nautical miles off the coast of South Padre Island to create an artificial reef on the barren sandy bottom of the Gulf of Mexico. It has become a haven for marine life, anglers and divers. Warden of the County Jim Daniels is a Texas Game Warden who turned a tragedy from his youth into a career helping people. We’ll follow him as he patrols the sparsely populated counties north of Abilene. Cedar Hill Bike Trails Just minutes away from Dallas, Cedar Hill State Park has a set of trails fit for all levels of mountain bikers.  One reason riders find the trails so bike-friendly is the cyclists themselves build and maintain them. Postcard From Texas Divers at the Texas Clipper see how the marine life has changed in just ten years.

PBS Show Paddling Goliad, Hueco Laser & the Texas Clipper, #2605


Program 2605. Air dates November 12-18, 2017 & May 13-19, 2018 Paddling Goliad, Hueco Laser & the Texas Clipper Goliad Paddling Trail Goliad State Park & Historic Site is known for its connection to history. It also has a connection to the San Antonio River as part of the Goliad Paddling Trail. Take a leisurely float down this meandering river. Texas Clipper: Final Port of Call 10 years ago the historic Texas Clipper ship was intentionally sunk and now rests on the ocean floor as an artificial reef and scuba adventure destination. Hueco Tanks, Rock Art Reborn When it comes to rock art, Hueco Tanks, east of El Paso is in a class by itself. Unfortunately over the years, some of the pictographs have been damaged by graffiti. But now a new type of laser technology is about to turn back time. It’s a laser light show that wipes away the graffiti but doesn’t affect the pictograph underneath. Tune in to see as Hueco Tanks rock art is reborn. Postcard From Texas A little behind the scenes and unused video of the Goliad Paddling Trail shoot.

PBS Show Fort Richardson, the Trailblazer & Lavaca Lessons, #2604


Program 2604. Air dates November 5-11, 2017 & May 6-12, 2018 Fort Richardson, the Trailblazer & Lavaca Lessons Fort Richardson State Park History is the highlight at Fort Richardson, where buildings of this North Texas frontier fort continue to loom large. But even if today’s travelers aren’t settling the West, many still come to pitch tents and blaze trails. The Trailblazer We meet a trail building legend in El Paso. The Franklin Mountain range is the largest sustained mountain range in Texas, and it has some of the best mountain biking trails in the state. We’ll meet the man that has built many of those trails, and he’s doing it at the spry age of seventy nine. Lavaca Bay, The $130,000,000 Clean Up In the 1980’s, fishing in Lavaca Bay was all but closed when deadly levels of contamination were found in the surrounding waters. Today, over twenty years and a hundred million dollars later, the clean-up is almost complete. We’ll tell you how government agencies and private industry set aside their differences …all for the good of the bay. Postcard From Texas A campfire sparkles at South Llano River State Park.

PBS Show Sea Rim, Sea Center & Tree Stands, #2603


Program 2603. Air dates October 29-November 4, 2017 & April 29-May 5, 2018 Sounds of Sea Rim At the far southeast corner of Texas lies a remote and unique coastal park that few folks know about. From coastal fishing, to crabbing, to kayaking the marshland, Sea Rim State Park has something for everyone. Sea Center Stocking Sea Center Texas is the largest redfish hatchery in the world. Now biologists hope to replicate that success with spotted seatrout. Lone Star Land Steward: Dixon Water Foundation The Dixon Water Foundation promotes healthy watersheds through sustainable land management, to ensure that present and future generations of Texans have the water resources they need. Skill Builders: Tree Stand Safety Learn to prevent the number one cause of hunting injury: falls from tree stands. By following these simple tips, you can ensure your safety while hunting from above. Shot in the Dark Follow landscape photographer Mike Mezeul II through Big Bend as he leads a nighttime photography workshop.  Join the students as they learn to capture the Milky Way in the darkest night sky in Texas. Postcard From Texas The mockingbird is the state bird of Texas and can be found throughout most of the U.S. and Mexico. It can also mimic many other birds and some insect sounds.  Find out where to watch at https://tpwd.texas.gov/newsmedia/tv/tvwhere.phtml

PBS Show Grubh’s Bugs, Bird Calls & Shotgun Tips, #2602


Program 2602. Air dates October 22-18, 2017 & April 22-18, 2018 Grubh’s Bugs, Bird Calls & Shotgun Tips Grubh’s Bugs Meet a biologist that studies aquatic invertebrates. He’s Dr. Arches Grubh, and he loves bugs. Check out some of the two-thousand different types of aquatic invertebrates living in the rivers, streams, and creeks of Texas. The Birdman of East Texas Ever wonder what that brilliantly blue bird is in your backyard or how to make hummingbird food? Just ask state ornithologist Cliff Shackelford on Red River Radio during his call in show, “Bird Calls.” The hour-long call-in show airs every month and reaches four states answering questions, giving tips and providing conservation methods about the avian species. Skill Builder: Top Tips for Shotgunning Improve the accuracy of your shotgun shooting with three everyday exercises: The Flashlight Drill, The Three-Bullet Drill, and other mounting exercises. Manchaca Monarchs Monarch butterflies roost each year among the trees in Manchaca, Texas, just south of Austin. Postcard From Texas Turkeys go about their morning activities on the Wild Wings Ranch. Find out where to watch 'Texas Parks & Wildlife' at https://tpwd.texas.gov/newsmedia/tv/tvwhere.phtml

PBS Show Traveling Photographer, Coastal Crabbing & Harbor Sounds, #2601


Program 2601, Air dates October 15-21, 2017 & April 15-21, 2018 Traveling Photographer, Coastal Crabbing & Harbor Sounds Capturing Life in a Teardrop Meet Mandy Lea. She's a traveling photographer at home on the road, chasing her dream to the most awe-inspiring places a teardrop camper can be towed. Crabbing the Coast Grab some chicken necks, and head for Sea Rim State Park. Here you can catch these tasty crustaceans right by the beach! Training for the Worst The Helicopter Underwater Egress Training or HUET is part of NASA’s training for astronauts as well as the Coast Guard and other personnel involved in work over water. Texas Parks and Wildlife Game Wardens recently purchased a new helicopter and have a Search and Rescue team which can benefit from the training. Satellite Solution Pronghorn antelope populations in west Texas have wavered in recent years.  Using satellite tracking data, biologists are finding new information and solutions to help the Pronghorns. Martin Creek Lake State Park Fall is a great time to head outdoors in East Texas. At Martin Creek Lake State Park the fall foliage draws campers, hikers, and anglers, to this heavily wooded park on a 5000 acre lake. Postcard From Texas Morning sights and sounds of Fulton Harbor. Find out where to watch 'Texas Parks & Wildlife' at https://tpwd.texas.gov/newsmedia/tv/tvwhere.phtml

PBS Show March 26-April 1, 2017, #2524


Program 2524. Air dates March 26-April 1, 2017 & September 24-30, 2017 Horned Lizards, Young Guns & Outdoor Ethics Help for the Horned Lizard Texas horned lizards are icons of wild Texas, but they are getting harder to find.  Learn what may be causing declines of this legendary critter, and what’s being done about it.  Leave No Trace The mantra of the true outdoors lover is “Leave no trace”. Here’s some ideas for leaving the environment better than you found it. Young Guns There’s a crisp bite in the air on a cool December morning. The mist covers the pond, as pintails fly overhead. It’s duck hunting season. Join us as we follow two boys as part of a special hunt just for youngsters. Purtis Creek State Park With great bass fishing, Purtis Creek State Park is known as a ‘little Lake Fork.’ But that’s not all there is. Secluded campsites, a pleasant swimming beach, and guided canoe trips make this east Texas park the perfect place to bring the family. Postcard From Texas In an area scarce of water, the San Pedro Spring located on the San Pedro Ranch is a riparian corridor which eventually flows into the Rio Grande. It supplies year round water to wildlife.

PBS Show March 12-18, 2017, #2522


Program 2522. Air dates March 12-18, 2017 & September 10-16, 2017 Prairie Chickens, Gargantuan Gar & Lionfish The Last Dance Historically there used to be one million Attwater’s prairie-chickens throughout the coastal prairies of Texas and Louisiana, now less than one percent remain. We follow along as biologists deal with one of the toughest breeding seasons on record, as they struggle to save one of the most endangered birds in all of Texas. Parks & Wildlife People: Lone Star Lionfish Team What do you do when an invasive species threatens the waters off the coast of Texas? You bring together the best minds and get to work on the problem. Enchanted Rock State Natural Area Visit a one billion year-old rock in the Texas Hill Country that has long had a natural allure, for people and for wildlife. Gargantuan Gar Alligator gar are among the largest freshwater fish lurking in Texas lakes and rivers.  But because gar have not traditionally been seen as sport fish, much about them has remained a mystery.  That is beginning to change, however, as anglers seek them out.  New research is revealing more information about the gargantuan gar, and these misunderstood monsters of the deep are starting to get some respect. Postcard From Texas Researchers use a helicopter and net gun to catch mule deer in the Texas Panhandle. The captured deer are fitted with radio-collars and GPS units to collect data for a long-term study looking at mule deer movements in this region.

PBS Show March 5-11, 2017, #2521


Program 2521. Air dates March 5-11, 2017 & September 3-9, 2017 Say Cheese, Blue Suckers & Nature Photos In Search of the Blue Sucker Biologists on the Colorado River are searching for a rare fish. It’s called a Blue Sucker, and not much is known about this Texas native. We follow along as a research team searches rapids and riffles on the Colorado, hoping to find, and learn more about this elusive fish. Water for Wildlife, and the Pictures to Prove It In the middle of a desert, along the Rio Grande River, in the middle of nowhere, is Black Gap Wildlife Management Area. It’s here that you can find a surprising wealth of wildlife such as deer, bear, quail, mountain lion and desert bighorn sheep. But without water, none of these animals could exist here. So biologists build and maintain water catchment devises called guzzlers to help the wildlife. With the aid of game cameras, it’s amazing to see the variety of animals that benefit from the guzzlers. Get Started Camping Headed out for a camping trip in a Texas State Park? Here are some tips to help you get set up quickly and comfortably. Winter Wonderland for Waterfowl Check out the Gus Engeling Wildlife Management Area, where the bottomland hardwood swamps make it the perfect place for wintering waterfowl. Postcard From Texas Experience man in nature through the eyes of Texas Parks and Wildlife magazine photographers Chase Fountain and Earl Nottingham.

PBS Show February 26-March 4, 2017, #2520


Program 2520. Air dates February 26-March 4, 2017 & August 27-September 2, 2017 Bobcat City, Ranch Reboot & Coastal Birds Bobcat City Our pets aren’t the only cats prowling around urban areas at night.  A study is shedding new light on how bobcats live among us, in the suburbs and edges of our cities, without conflict and almost completely without notice. Lone Star Land Steward: Harkins Ranch The Harkins Ranch in Terrell County has been in the family since 1905. Land that was historically overgrazed by livestock has been transformed by rotational grazing, brush management, and building a network of water features. This change in habitat management has turned the ranch into an oasis for wildlife. Parks & Wildlife People: Steve Schroeter While not always glamorous, the supporting services behind the scenes at Texas Parks and Wildlife rely on the leadership skills of Steve Schroeter. Policy and procedures to support conservation are Steve's passion. Postcard From Texas Coastal birds of Bolivar Flats, and a raucous rookery at Smith Oaks Bird Sanctuary.

PBS Show February 19-25, 2017, #2519


Program 2519. Air dates February 19-25, 2017 & August 20-26, 2017 Kangaroo Rats, Student Host & LBJ’s Legacy Hope for the Future, Keeping the Texas Kangaroo Rat on the Map The range of a unique hopping rodent has dwindled to just a few areas near the Red River. Researchers are in a race to learn more about it before it disappears into the night. From Campus to Camper While most park hosts are retired folks with lots of free time, Palo Duro Canyon’s youngest host has a very full schedule. By being a volunteer Lindsay Stroup found a way to save money on housing while attending college. Firearm Safety at Home Learn how to safely and securely store your hunting firearms at home. Guess what? It’s not in the bedside table. LBJ’s Hill Country Legacy When Lyndon Baines Johnson helped create the Sauer-Beckmann Living History Farm, he wanted to give visitors an appreciation for the hard work and ingenuity of the pioneers and farmers from long ago. Costumed interpreters and volunteers show life as it really was, complete with all the sights, sounds, and smells of a turn-of-the-century Hill Country farmstead. Postcard From Texas A busy holiday weekend packs Galveston Island State Park, but there’s still space to enjoy the waves or a scenic sunset.

PBS Show April 9-15, 2017, #2526


Program 2526. Air dates April 9-15, 2017 & October 8-14, 2017 Eroding Island, Fire Crew & Jamaica Beach A Shrinking Sundown One of the most important rookery islands on the Texas coast is in trouble. Chester Island in Matagorda Bay is slowly shrinking, as the shoreline is eroding at an alarming rate. But now efforts are underway to save the island, and help the thousands of birds that nest there. The Business of Burning Prescribed fires by the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department are carefully planned events conducted by a specially trained and skilled crew. From the burn boss to the grunt and the engine to the drip torch, see what and who it takes to safely put on a prescribed fire. A Brighter Future for State Parks Take a look at a couple of projects that are underway as part of a push to improve state parks. Creating a modernized park system for a rapidly growing state is just one of the goals of this infrastructure work. Freshwater Fishing Hall of Fame: Texas State Bass Tournament The Texas State Bass Tournament is the world’s oldest competitive bass fishing tournament open to anyone. The Texas State Bass Tournament emphasizes family involvement in fishing and awards no monetary prizes to winners. Competitors may enter as family teams, and senior and high school divisions have been added in recent years. Throughout its 60-year history, the tournament has maintained its focus on conservation and sportsmanlike competition among friends and family. Intro to Geocaching Looking to get out and explore Texas? Try geocaching, a modern-day treasure hunt played by millions of fans around the world. Learn how to get in on the game. We’ll show you what you need to get started. Postcard From Texas An escape is waiting for you at Jamaica Beach near Galveston.

PBS Show April 2-8, 2017, #2525


Program 2525. Air dates April 2-8, 2017 & October 1-7, 2017 Park Hiker, Paddling Port O’Connor & Finding Flounder A Walk Across Texas Dave Roberts didn’t know much about Texas, so he decided to crisscross it, from east to west, entirely on foot.  Follow this walker of Texas ranges in his unfolding adventure as he explores the state’s park system one step at a time. Port O’Connor Paddling Trail If you love to paddle and you want to get away there is no better paddling trail than the one in Port O’Connor. From paddling the bays, to sliding through a saltwater marsh, this one of the best coastal paddling trails in the state. The Rise of the Forgotten Flounder One of the top three sport fish in Texas, more and more fishermen now set their sights on the southern flounder. In fact, it’s become so popular that fish hatcheries have started stocking flounder in Texas bays. We take a closer look at what it takes to catch these fish and how the species is holding up. Postcard From Texas West Texas is often thought of as a desert. But there is lots of beauty in the small wildflowers that flourish in that region.