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Showing 1 - 25 of 321 Next >PBS Show - Nature’s Rhythm, Crab Trap Cleanup, & Beneficial Wetland
Episode 8, Season 40 of Texas Parks & Wildlife, a weekly PBS series about the great outdoors. The connection between artistic inspiration and the natural world comes to life in three unique profiles. Find out how an annual cleanup of lost and abandoned crab traps in our coastal bays and waterways helps save crabs and other sea life. And see how a man-made wetland near Dallas cleans water while teaching the next generation about nature. In Tune with Nature - 1:20 Art and nature have been intertwined since ancient times. The connection between music and the natural world comes to life in three unique profiles. A composer writes orchestral arrangements for the stage. A site-specific dance troupe find inspiration in the sounds of a waterfall. A tech innovator brings alive the inner life of plants with his musical invention. The Crab Trap Collectors - 12:07 For ten days each February, Texas bays are closed to crab trapping and derelict traps are collected by the thousands. Follow some dedicated volunteers as they clean up abandoned traps and save fish and crabs from the threat of ghost fishing. John Bunker Sands Wetland Center - 18:02 The John Bunker Sands Wetland Center is a one-of-a-kind outdoor classroom. Here kids can journey through a unique wetland ecosystem. But it’s much more than a place to explore, this wetland also works to clean water naturally, filtering millions of gallons of Trinity River water each day to help provide clean drinking water to a growing Texas. Postcard From Texas: Lake Whitney State Park - 24:11 Relax on a quiet summer afternoon at Lake Whitney State Park. Chapters: Intro - 00:00 Tuned Into Nature - 1:20 Crab Trap Collectors - 12:07 John Bunker Sands Wetland Center - 18:02 Lake Whitney State Park - 24:11 Stories from this episode: https://youtu.be/imOvWnxR-fc https://youtu.be/Mb2am-BNeRs https://youtu.be/W8CcPCn6nfY Episode 8, Season 40, Program 3308 Air Dates: November 26 - December 30, 2024 & May 25 - May 31, 2025 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
PBS Show - Famous Trees, Paddling San Antonio & Fishing Facilitator
Episode 7, Season 40 of Texas Parks & Wildlife, a weekly PBS series about the great outdoors. From majestic oak to towering cypress, get to know a few of the state park system’s most famous trees and see what makes them special. Check out the Mission Reach Paddling Trail just south of downtown San Antonio. See how a redesigned boat is giving anglers with disabilities easier access to the water and helping a boat captain reclaim his career. Famous Trees of Texas State Parks - 1:20 From majestic oaks to towering cypress, our state parks contain many remarkable trees. Three of them have risen to such a level of historical importance that they have been included on the Texas A&M Forest Service’s Famous Trees of Texas Registry. Get to know a few of the state park system’s most famous trees and see what makes them special. Mission Reach Paddling Trail - 13:53 When you think of a river adventure in San Antonio, the famous Riverwalk comes to mind. But there is a paddling trail of a different sort that’s worth checking out. Lone Star Land Steward: Dynamite and Mill Creek Ranch - 17:42 The Dynamite and Mill Creek Ranch is just south of the Dallas-Fort Worth metroplex. The owners of this ranch have worked hard to preserve thousands of acres of prairie that supports a variety of wildlife including deer, turkey, quail, pollinators, and eagles. The ICAN Boat - 21:00 Shane Wilson and Tim Lippoldt had an instant connection when Shane realized Tim was the missing piece to his boat, the ICAN. The ICAN is a twenty-five-foot Triton boat designed to lift people with physical disabilities in and out of the water and take them fishing. See how the ICAN is bringing a new attraction to South Padre Island. Postcard From Texas: Spring at Mattox Prairie Farm - 24:28 The wildflowers are blooming in Northeast Texas at Mattox Prairie Farm. Chapters: Intro - 00:00 Famous Tress of Texas - 1:20 Mission Reach Paddling - 13:53 Dynamite and Mill Creek Ranch - 17:42 The ICAN Boat - 21:00 Spring at Mattox Prairie Farm - 24:28 Stories from this episode: https://youtu.be/o5l9OX62D8M https://youtu.be/Z9jMaN1nU4c https://youtu.be/ALAsQN6xnC8 https://youtu.be/jWE0wgHm74Q Episode 7, Season 40, Program 3307 Air Dates: November 17-23, 2024 & May 18-24, 2025 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#texasstateparks #stateparks #statepark
PBS Show - Warden Gear, Shrimp Science, & Biking Big Bend
Episode 6, Season 40 of Texas Parks & Wildlife, a weekly PBS series about the great outdoors. From airboats to night vision scopes, Gear Up for Game Wardens provides specialty equipment for Texas Game Wardens. Introduced diseases could pose a threat to native shrimp and an entire industry. See how anglers can help keep Texas shrimp stocks healthy. Off-road bicycling meets backpacking, as a group tests their endurance and documents their journey. Gear Up for Game Wardens - 1:20 From airboats to night vision scopes, Gear Up for Game Wardens provides specialty equipment Texas Game Wardens use to maintain safety and ensure the highest level of service for the people of Texas. Shrimp Science - 9:22 Shrimping in Texas is a billion-dollar business, but concerns are mounting that introduced diseases could pose a serious threat to native shrimp and an entire industry. See how scientists and saltwater anglers play a role in keeping Texas shrimp stocks healthy. Terroir - 15:24 Sometimes the journey is as big as the destination, especially if you’re carrying everything you need while camping and traveling by bicycle. Off-road bicycling meets backpacking in this adventure travelogue, as a group tests their endurance and documents their trek through Big Bend Ranch State Park. Postcard From Texas: South Padre Island - 23:57 Enjoy an afternoon in South Padre, catching waves at the beach and fish on the jetty. Chapters: Intro - 00:00 Game Wardens - 1:20 Shrimp Science - 9:22 Terroir - 15:24 South Padre Island - 23:57 Stories from this episode: https://youtu.be/Dczff5kgYc4 https://youtu.be/x2aWIRCSjaY https://youtu.be/yIOq2f2OFn0 https://youtu.be/JNEVi2AjfFw Episode 6, Season 40, Program 3306 Air Dates: November 10-16, 2024 & May 11-17, 2025 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
PBS Show - Watching Whoopers, Fort Boggy & Time Capsule
Episode 5, Season 40 of Texas Parks & Wildlife, a weekly PBS series about the great outdoors. Birders from all over the world flock to Port Aransas to take part in the annual Texas Whooping Crane Festival. Visit a park on the edge of East Texas where families find water, woods, and wildlife, along with primitive camping and some rather fancy cabins nestled in the trees. Follow the Mother Neff Pecan Tree as it becomes a time capsule to celebrate the Texas State Parks centennial. Watching Whoopers - 1:20 The whooping crane is one of the rarest birds in the world. The only remaining wild population of whooping cranes winters at the Aransas National Wildlife Refuge. Every year birders flock to here as well to take part in the Port Aransas Whooping Crane Festival. Fort Boggy State Park - 7:27 Visit a park on the edge of East Texas where families find water, woods, and wildlife, along with primitive camping and some rather fancy cabins nestled in the trees. The Fox Finders - 11:39 One fleet little fox is seldom seen. Is it vanishing from its range in Texas? A research team labors long hours to learn if time is running out for this elegant animal in the Panhandle Plains. Centennial Time Capsule - 21:30 During 2023's centennial celebration of Texas State Parks, park staff from across the state cast an eye to the past and the future and got together to build a Centennial Time Capsule, which they hope will capture the spirit of the first 100 years of Texas State Parks while still inspiring future generations to get outside. Lost Maples State Natural Area: Postcard From Texas - 24:14 The fall colors are showing at Lost Maples State Natural Area. Chapters: Intro - 00:00 Whooping Cranes - 1:20 Fort Boggy State Park - 7:27 Swift Foxes - 11:39 Time Capsule - 21:30 Lost Maples SNA - 24:14 Stories from this episode: https://youtu.be/9ydThHKpPPk https://youtu.be/yrI3TnmHklg https://youtu.be/VoljXUt1zTs https://youtu.be/LOmcMkFTeek https://youtu.be/Lu9VYbterzg Episode 5, Season 40, Program 3305 Air Dates: November 3-9, 2024 & May 4-10, 2025 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 #texasstateparks #stateparks #statepark
PBS Show - Wild Wetlands, Paddling Port O’Connor & Eclipse Village
Episode 4, Season 40 of Texas Parks & Wildlife, a weekly PBS series about the great outdoors. Join some duck hunters at the Justin Hurst Wildlife Management Area and learn how these wetlands are designed for wildlife. From paddling the bays, to sliding through a saltwater marsh, Port O'Connor has one of the best coastal paddling trails in the state. Viewing a solar eclipse is a wonderful experience, especially with friends and family at a beautiful place like Garner State Park. The Wild Wetlands - 1:20 Wildlife Management Areas (WMAs) provide public hunting opportunities for all Texans. Follow a father passing on a hunting tradition to his children at the annual Justin Hurst WMA youth waterfowl hunt. Behind the scenes, biologists work year-round to protect, conserve, and develop fertile hunting grounds. Port O’Connor Paddling Trail - 9:30 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. Blanco River Restoration - 12:56 Massive floods in 2015 destroyed much of the natural habitat along the Blanco River. Texas Parks and Wildlife biologists have been working with landowners along the river to help re-establish trees and grasses, and by educating locals about the importance of managing healthy river ecosystems that are more resilient to the effects of flooding. Eclipse Village - 18:27 Viewing a solar eclipse is a wonderful experience, especially with friends and family at a beautiful place like Garner State Park. Dr. Kate Russo is a professional eclipse chaser and she’s organized an eclipse village to celebrate this celestial event. Eclipses are a semi-annual phenomenon and Texas state parks are a great place to view them together. Sibley Last Chance Ranch: Lone Star Land Steward - 21:26 Welcome to Sibley Last Chance Ranch, nestled in the heart of West Texas. Owned and operated by the Sibley Family for 125 years, this ranch is a testament to dedication, tradition, and a deep love for the land. Led by Bill Sibley and his family, they’re on a mission to restore and preserve the grasslands of the region, one acre at a time. South Padre Birds: Postcard From Texas - 24:56 Soar with the birds around the South Padre Island Birding and Nature Center. Chapters: Intro - 00:00 Justin Hurst WMA - 1:20 Port O’Connor Paddling Trail - 9:30 Blanco River Restoration - 12:56 Eclipse at Garner State Park - 18:27 Sibley Last Chance Ranch - 21:26 South Padre Birds - 24:56 Stories from this episode: https://youtu.be/m0zAzbqG7rM https://youtu.be/eBpYuLFjLJI https://youtu.be/K2l1tRGMxyQ https://youtu.be/ROTVIQK6leE https://youtu.be/cLLF8Q2NKeU Episode 4, Season 40, Program 3304 Air Dates: October 27-November 2, 2024 & April 27-May 3, 2025 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 #texasstateparks #stateparks #statepark
PBS Show - Texas Road Trip, San Angelo State Park & Hawk Watcher
Episode 3, Season 40 of Texas Parks & Wildlife, a weekly PBS series about the great outdoors. Join two friends traversing Texas on motorcycles and follow their adventure as they explore the state’s gravel roads. Travel to San Angelo State Park where wide-open spaces abound and visitors can hike, bike, or gallop across more than 50 miles of trails. Spend time with a birder keeping an eagle eye on migrating hawks in the Rio Grande Valley. Lone Star Way Up - 1:20 Two friends traverse Texas on motorcycle, from the state’s lowest elevation to its highest. Follow along on this adventurous journey from east to west across the state. San Angelo State Park - 10:25 For a day of fun at San Angelo State Park, you can camp, hike, bike, or saddle up your horse. Or you can hit the water for some fishing, swimming and boating. Hikers, bikers, and horseback riders find adventure on over 50 miles of trails. MT7 Ranch: Lone Star Land Steward - 14:37 Located eight miles east of Breckenridge, Texas, the MT7 Ranch has elements of cross timbers, prairies, and rolling plains ecological areas. Landowners Mike and Mary Terry focus on the core principles of promoting good land stewardship, providing recreational activities, using the ranch as an outdoor classroom, and running an agri-business. The MT7 Ranch is the recipient of the 2024 Leopold Conservation Award. Hawk Watcher - 20:46 Park visitors count high-flying raptors and other flocks of migrating birds from atop the hawk observation tower at Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley State Park. Guests learn about the Hawk Watch citizen science program from a long-time park volunteer as they join in the action. Hueco Tanks: Postcard From Texas - 24:07 For thousands of years, people have trekked to these rock hills in far west Texas. Chapters: Intro - 00:00 Texas Road Trip - 1:20 San Angelo State Park - 10:25 MT7 Ranch - 14:37 Hawk Watcher - 20:46 Hueco Tanks - 24:07 Stories from this episode: https://youtu.be/HEZPVp26T1Y https://youtu.be/0lzvdnwfCCA https://youtu.be/KjCdQSWVB60 https://youtu.be/uWTz22kjGZQ Episode 3, Season 40, Program 3303 October 20-26, 2024 & April 20-26, 2025 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 #texasstateparks #stateparks #statepark
PBS Show - Bears Bounce Back, Longhorn Cavern & Southmost Sabals
Episode 2, Season 40 of Texas Parks & Wildlife, a weekly PBS series about the great outdoors. Black bears, once common across Texas, were extirpated by the 1950s. Today, the species is experiencing a comeback in western regions of the state. Take a deep dive into Longhorn Cavern and explore a place rich in both interesting history and fascinating geology. Efforts are underway to protect, conserve, and restore the Sabal Palm forests of South Texas. Return of the Black Bear - 1:20 Black bears, once common across Texas, were extirpated by the 1950s. Today, the species is experiencing a comeback in western regions of the state. In hopes of better understanding bear populations, the Borderlands Research Institute is leading a multiyear study to collect information important for the proper management of the species. In Sanderson, a landowner learns to live with bears. The Pier: Goose Island State Park - 11:25 One of the more popular attractions at Goose Island State Park is the 1,620-foot-long fishing pier anchoring the park’s bayfront. Spend some time over the water, feeling the Gulf breezes, and seeing what takes the bait. Southmost Preserve: A Treasure at the Tip of Texas - 14:58 The southern tip of Texas was once home to a vast forest of Sabal Palms, nurtured by rich South Texas soil. But over time, those forests have been almost completely cleared for agriculture. Now, efforts are underway that will protect, conserve, and restore this natural heritage. Longhorn Cavern State Park - 19:31 Longhorn Cavern is a hidden gem ready to be explored. This unique river-formed cave has been home to an underground restaurant, a concert hall, and a fallout shelter. Follow along on a tour to experience the magnificent geology and to hear some tales about the history of this legendary Hill Country cavern. Mill Creek: Postcard From Texas - 24:34 Spend some time reflecting by the water at Mill Creek Ranch in Ellis County, just west of Italy, Texas. Chapters: Intro - 00:00 Black Bears Return - 1:20 Goose Island State Park - 11:25 Southmost Preserve - 14:58 Longhorn Cavern State Park - 19:31 Mill Creek - 24:34 Stories from this episode: https://youtu.be/FDtoKmHV9l4 https://youtu.be/L6nvHJqbKAE https://youtu.be/JLZHgCyKRGM https://youtu.be/Cte99HiF4UE Episode 2, Season 40, Program 3302 Air Dates: October 13-19, 2024 & April 13-19, 2025 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 #texasstateparks #stateparks #statepark
PBS Show - Gator Guardians, Las Palomas & Mattox Prairie Farm
Episode 1, Season 40 of Texas Parks & Wildlife, a weekly PBS series about the great outdoors. Meet a game warden father and his biology professor son who monitor alligators and their ecosystem at Brazos Bend State Park. Follow a family in the Rio Grande Valley enjoying a day in the field on a dove hunt and back home for dinner. Julie Mattox transforms an overgrazed dairy farm into a tallgrass prairie classroom, inviting both children and wildlife to appreciate this restored landscape. The Gator Guardians - 1:20 Meet a game warden father and his biology professor son who monitor alligators and their ecosystem at Brazos Bend State Park. Lake Somerville State Park and Trailway - 6:11 Fishing, camping, mountain biking, horseback riding, birding, hiking – whatever your outdoor passion, you can pursue it at Lake Somerville State Park and Trailway. Hunting Las Palomas - 12:25 Dove hunting is a family tradition for a South Texas family. Follow them on a dove hunt at Las Palomas Wildlife Management Area and back home for dinner. Mattox Prairie Farm: Lone Star Land Steward - 19:49 Julie Mattox transformed an overgrazed dairy farm into a tallgrass prairie. But instead of getting rid of the cows, she uses them as a tool to restore the prairie ecosystem. Now it’s a haven for migratory birds, but it’s also an outdoor classroom where children learn about the prairie ecosystem and the wonders of nature. Chaparral Wildlife Management Area: Postcard From Texas - 24:00 In the brush country southwest of San Antonio, the “Chap” is home to javelina, bobwhite quail, Texas tortoise, and a whole lot more. Chapters: Intro - 00:00 Gator Guardians - 1:20 Lake Somerville State Park - 6:11 Hunting Las Palomas - 12:25 Mattox Prairie Farm - 19:49 Chaparral WMA - 24:00 Stories from this episode: https://youtu.be/H_TWWegyLFA https://youtu.be/DgDpZO3vJw0 https://youtu.be/vh7vqfHVepI https://youtu.be/WLzLYz7LOqU Episode 1, Season 40, Program 3301 Air Dates: October 6-12, 2024 & April 6-12, 2025 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 #texasstateparks #stateparks #statepark
PBS Show - Trail Runners, Waco Paddling & Hells Gate
Episode 22, Season 39 of Texas Parks & Wildlife, a weekly PBS series about the great outdoors. Trail runners explore the wilds of Texas and discover a sense of empowerment, community, and adventure. Texas Game Wardens are helping check for illegally transported game and fish resources at the border. Located right in the heart of downtown Waco, the Bosque Bluffs and Brazos Bridges paddling trails provide a unique view of the outdoors. Trail Runners - 1:20 Trail runners explore the wilds of Texas and discover a sense of empowerment, community, and adventure. From urban greenspaces to vast open parklands, these runners find an abundance of opportunities to lace up and explore the wilderness around them. Some run to escape it all and others run for the company and camaraderie of speeding down a trail together in the pre-dawn darkness of a forested trail. Port of Entry - 6:44 The Lincoln-Juarez International Bridge at the Laredo Port of Entry teems with a steady influx of passenger vehicles, buses, and freight. It’s one of the busiest international crossings along the United States-Mexico border, and Texas Game Wardens are helping check for illegally transported game and fish resources. The Legend of Hells Gate - 8:50 Hells Gate, popular boating destination on Possum Kingdom Lake, has a lot more to offer than just parking your boat for a relaxing afternoon. The 90-feet tall limestone cliffs are a fantastic fishing destination by boat or kayak. There's also some interesting history behind how this landmark got its name. Swift Saviors - 12:26 From raising chicks to building nest boxes, meet a husband-and-wife team, that’s spent half their lives working to save the Chimney Swift. Waco Paddling Trails - 21:42 Located right in the heart of downtown Waco, the Bosque Bluffs and Brazos Bridges paddling trails provide a unique view of the outdoors. The trails offer easy access to paddling trips for beginners and experienced paddlers alike. Mouth of the Brazos: Postcard From Texas - 23:44 Take a break with some wading waterfowl where the Brazos River meets the Gulf of Mexico. Chapters: Intro - 00:00 Trail Runners - 1:20 Port of Entry - 6:44 Hells Gate - 8:50 Chimney Swifts - 12:26 Waco Paddling Trails - 21:42 Brazos River - 23:44 Stories from this episode: https://youtu.be/QGA500lsRnE https://youtu.be/3A4Ci5MD0hg https://youtu.be/Zen3VfnJMaA https://youtu.be/J9kbGVQLJso https://youtu.be/nP19mgUmAEs Episode 22, Season 39, Program 3222 Air Dates: March 3-9, 2024 & September 1-7, 2024 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/ #texasstateparks #stateparks #statepark #outdooradventure #texasoutdoors #outdoors #texas #nature #documentary #fullepisode
PBS Show - Laguna Madre Special
Episode 26, Season 39 of Texas Parks & Wildlife, a weekly PBS series about the great outdoors. On this special episode of Texas Parks and Wildlife, we head to the coast to explore the sparkling waters of the Lagune Madre. This long, narrow bay system stretches 130 miles between Corpus Christi and the Rio Grande. Follow along as we go wade fishing in the shallows, birding along the bay, and studying the natural wonders of this pristine Texas treasure. The Lure of The Laguna Madre - 1:20 Join the Islander Anglers, a saltwater and freshwater fishing club at Texas A&M Corpus Christi, as they go after black drum in the shallow waters of the upper Laguna Madre. Birds of The Laguna Madre - 7:42 During the fall bird migration, the Laguna Madre provides a critical stopover for many migratory songbirds and a sanctuary for resident and overwintering species of shorebirds and waterfowl. The South Padre Island Birding and Nature Center is a great place to get a look at some of these majestic bird species. Tag along with a group of birders as they discover what birds are arriving on this windy fall day. The Science of Saving Baffin Bay - 13:12 The salty waters of Baffin Bay, part of the upper Laguna Madre, have long been a fishing hotspot for anglers on the Texas coast. Over the last few decades however, scientists have become concerned with the water quality and other threats to these important fish populations. The Harte Research Institute and Texas Parks and Wildlife Department have been working to monitor the conditions of the bay and ensure a healthy future for the Laguna Madre. Laguna Madre Sunset: Postcard From Texas - 24:27 Wind down with the wildlife as the sun sets along the Laguna Madre. Chapters: Intro - 00:00 Fishing Laguna Madre - 1:20 Birding Laguna Madre - 7:42 Saving Baffin Bay - 13:12 Laguna Madre Sunset - 24:27 Stories from this episode: https://youtu.be/mdmVQKONbbk https://youtu.be/gwy1BuncJUg https://youtu.be/UomghvCt8i4 Episode 26, Season 39, Program 3226 Air Dates: March 31 - April 6, 2024 & September 29 - October 5, 2024 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/ #lagunamadre #texasoutdoors #texasstateparks #stateparks #statepark #outdooradventure #outdoors #texas #nature #documentary #fullepisode
PBS Show - Paddling Trails, Edwards Aquifer & The Art of Texas
Episode 24, Season 39 of Texas Parks & Wildlife, a weekly PBS series about the great outdoors. San Antonio voters have approved measures to protect the Edwards Aquifer recharge zone, knowing it will provide water for people and wildlife. Join some kayakers on the Paddle Point Creek Paddling Trail near Dallas. Meet artists commissioned to capture the natural beauty of state parks for enjoyment on canvas and coffee tables everywhere. Paddle Point Creek Paddling Trail - 1:20 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. Protecting The Aquifer - 4:23 San Antonio voters have repeatedly approved ballot measures to protect land within the Edwards Aquifer recharge zone, knowing it will provide life-giving water for millions of people, and countless wildlife species. The region’s economy will also rise or fall depending on the aquifer’s water levels. The Art of Texas Parks - 9:04 To honor 100 years of Texas State Parks, thirty regional artists were commissioned to capture the natural beauty of the park system’s natural places and historic sites. Meet artists Fidencio Duran and David Caton as they connect with parks to capture their essence with paint and learn how their work will be enjoyed on canvas and coffee tables everywhere. Caddo Lake: Postcard From Texas - 24:14 Mellow out in the misty mysteriousness of Caddo Lake. Chapters: Intro - 00:00 Paddle Point Creek - 1:20 Edwards Aquifer - 4:23 Art of Texas Parks - 9:04 Caddo Lake - 24:14 Stories from this episode: https://youtu.be/gD01aFhfgUg https://youtu.be/bcN8IZwEnTo https://youtu.be/qE3wRoLb3m0 Episode 24, Season 39, Program 3224 Air Dates: March 17-23, 2024 & September 15-21, 2024 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/ #outdooradventure #texasoutdoors #outdoors #texas #nature #documentary #fullepisode
PBS Show - Franklin Mountains, Water Wardens & Clymer Meadow
Episode 23, Season 39 of Texas Parks & Wildlife, a weekly PBS series about the great outdoors. Franklin Mountains State Park is the largest urban park in the nation, making it an accessible getaway. Follow along with Texas Game Wardens as they help make sure folks stay safe on the water. Clymer Meadow Preserve contains some of the largest and most diverse remnants of the Blackland Prairie. Franklin Mountains State Park - 1:20 Franklin Mountains State Park is the largest urban park in the nation. It covers about 40 square miles, all within the city limits of El Paso. The park's rugged terrain offers great hiking, biking and rock climbing. Visit for the day or camp overnight. Look for wildlife or bring a picnic. Wardens on the Water - 6:53 Texas Game Wardens ensure the safety of park guests through vigilant patrols and education. They conduct regular checks on park visitors to ensure compliance with safety regulations, such as life jacket usage on waterways and adherence to park rules. With so many guests visiting parks for the first time, making sure they are properly prepared in case of an emergency is their top priority. Hands-On Habitat - 11:02 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 things for fish and fishing. Last of the Blackland - 19:15 In this special presentation from The Nature Conservancy, we visit Clymer Meadow Preserve which contains some of the largest and most diverse remnants of the Blackland Prairie. Inks Lake: Postcard From Texas - 24:33 Watch waterfowl on a quiet morning at Inks Lake. Chapters: Intro - 00:00 Franklin Mountains State Park - 1:20 Texas Game Wardens - 6:53 Building Aquatic Habitat - 11:02 Clymer Meadow Preserve - 19:15 Inks Lake - 24:33 Stories from this episode: https://youtu.be/09d5DAupKIg https://youtu.be/6brwDjwI93M https://youtu.be/IRiiUlk7Rdo https://youtu.be/KeClw6b7-n4 Episode 23, Season 39, Program 3223 Air Dates: March 10-16, 2024 & September 8-14, 2024 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/ #texasstateparks #stateparks #statepark #outdooradventure #texasoutdoors #outdoors #texas #nature #documentary #fullepisode
PBS Show - Paddlefish, Field to Fork & West Texas Steward
Episode 21, Season 39 of Texas Parks & Wildlife, a weekly PBS series about the great outdoors. Prehistoric paddlefish return to the waters of Caddo Lake and Big Cypress Bayou, and what they may teach us about the importance of natural water flows is shocking. Follow Noah Rudino, a health and nutrition enthusiast, as he hunts for the first time for his food. Ruthie Russell devotes her life to the conservation of the land she loves. Progress for Paddlefish - 1:20 When paddlefish were stocked in Caddo Lake in 2014, it was truly an experiment. No one could be certain the fish would survive or stay put, but years later it seems they have done both. A new hope for the progress of a very old fish. West Texas Steward - 9:19 Ruthie Russell inherited her conservation values and love of West Texas from her grandmother, Verna Hooks McLean. Ruthie took the lessons to heart and devoted her life to the conservation of the land she loves. Field to Fork … With a Little Help - 14:41 How do you get started if you want to hunt for the protein you eat? The Texas Parks & Wildlife Foundation’s Mentored Hunts is a great place to start. We follow Noah Rudino, a health and nutrition enthusiast, as he hunts for the first time for his food. Muzzle Control: Hunting Safety Tip - 22:23 Firearm safety requires you to know where the muzzle is pointed at all times. Follow these basic safety rules for a safe, fun, enjoyable hunting trip. Morning on the Marsh: Postcard From Texas - 24:28 Wake up with some waterfowl in the marshes of Justin Hurst Wildlife Management Area. Chapters: Intro - 0:00 Paddlefish - 1:20 Ruthie Russel - 9:19 Mentored Hunts - 14:41 Muzzle Control Tips - 22:23 Justin Hurst WMA - 24:28 Stories from this episode: https://youtu.be/U4WSXXzjnbg https://youtu.be/jLrr5eOSPXE https://youtu.be/4jMqeahZw7o https://youtu.be/nHEA0me3Ekw Episode 21, Season 39, Program 3221 Air Dates: February 25 - March 2, 2024 & August 25-31, 2024 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/ #outdooradventure #texasoutdoors #outdoors #texas #nature #documentary #fullepisode
PBS Show - Bracken Bat Cave, Becoming a Game Warden, & Kemp’s Ridley
Episode 20, Season 39 of Texas Parks & Wildlife, a weekly PBS series about the great outdoors. A young man’s hunting experiences lead to a career as a Texas game warden. For over 40 years, biologists and volunteers have been working to save the Kemp’s ridley sea turtles from extinction. Once reviled, bats have enjoyed a remarkable image do-over thanks to Bat Conservation International and The Nature Conservancy. Becoming a Texas Game Warden - 1:20 Zack Stevenson's mom didn't know the first thing about hunting, until she enrolled her son in Texas Parks and Wildlife's Youth Hunting programs. Little did she know, Zach's hunting experiences would lead to the game warden cadet school and a career in the outdoors. Bracken Bat Cave - 10:09 Once reviled, bats have enjoyed a remarkable image do-over thanks to Bat Conservation International (BCI). Bracken Cave in Central Texas is home to the largest colony of bats in the word, and BCI and The Nature Conservancy have worked together to protect this awe-inspiring natural treasure. Saving the Kemp’s Ridley - 16:18 Human activity has taken the Kemp’s Ridley sea turtle to the brink of extinction. For nearly half a century, biologists from state and federal agencies have worked together with an army of volunteers to help preserve this rarest species of sea turtle. The Lost Pines: Postcard From Texas - 24:35 Between Bastrop and Buescher state parks, Park Road 1C takes you through recovering and forested areas of the Lost Pines. Chapters: Intro - 00:00 Texas Game Wardens - 1:20 Bracken Bat Cave - 10:09 Kemp's Ridley Turtles - 16:18 Lost Pines - 24:35 Stories from this episode: https://youtu.be/KeZAbv2Ig2A https://youtu.be/GwVD5PRIIvA https://youtu.be/Q1YWU3cR5xo Episode 20, Season 39, Program 3220 Air Dates: February 18-24, 2024 & August 18-24, 2024 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/ #texasstateparks #stateparks #statepark #outdooradventure #texasoutdoors #outdoors #texas #nature #documentary #fullepisode
PBS Show - Outdoor Woman, Longleaf Legacy & Padre Island
Episode 19, Season 39 of Texas Parks & Wildlife, a weekly PBS series about the great outdoors. After 30 years of the Becoming an Outdoors Woman workshop, it's time to look back and celebrate this empowering program. The Alabama-Coushatta Tribe of Texas is working to restore the imperiled longleaf pine tree using prescribed fire. A family explores South Padre Island beaches looking for fun above and below the water. Becoming an Outdoors Woman - 1:20 30 years ago, the Becoming an Outdoors Woman workshop brought women in Texas together for a weekend of outdoor activities. Follow Christina Johnson through a weekend of classes that give her the skills to gain confidence in archery and shotgun shooting. Lake Casa Blanca International State Park - 9:03 Lake Casa Blanca International State Park is located near the Texas border town of Laredo. The park's 1,650-acre lake is a great spot for fishing, boating, and birdwatching. The park is a popular gathering spot for locals seeking a getaway from urban life and for winter Texans (or "snowbirds") who enjoy the area's mild winter climate. The park offers facilities for picnicking, camping, and group gatherings. From the Fire: A Legacy of Longleaf - 13:22 The Nature Conservancy in Texas and the Alabama-Coushatta Tribe of Texas are working together to restore and manage the imperiled longleaf pine tree using prescribed fire. Beyond its ecological value, the longleaf has historically played a critical role for the tribe, with its needles being used for woven basketry and medicinal purposes. Together, TNC and the Alabama-Coushatta are partnering to put more beneficial fire on the ground and once again help this natural community—and the species it supports—flourish in East Texas. Exploring Padre Island - 19:29 Join a family as they relax on the beach and explore the wild side of South Padre Island. From the seashell beach, down to the sea grass flats of the bay, kids of all ages will enjoy coming face-to-face with fish and lounging by the lapping waves of the Gulf. Around the Bend: Postcard From Texas - 24:08 Soar over the mountaintops in the rugged and rocky Big Bend region near Terlingua, Texas. Chapters: Intro - 00:00 Outdoors Woman - 1:20 Lake Casa Blanca State Park - 9:03 Longleaf Pine - 13:22 Padre Island - 19:29 Big Bend - 24:08 Stories from this episode: https://youtu.be/MubxfVHl-yw https://youtu.be/c2S11FikqFI https://youtu.be/8X1vQZTn7uk https://youtu.be/NhFQOkwOR3s Episode 19, Season 39, Program 3219 Air Dates: February 11-17, 2024 & August 11-17, 2024 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/ #texasstateparks #stateparks #statepark #outdooradventure #texasoutdoors #outdoors #texas #nature #documentary #fullepisode
PBS Show - Fishing Tradition, Sky Island & Park Provider
Episode 18, Season 39 of Texas Parks & Wildlife, a weekly PBS series about the great outdoors. Follow an angler fishing for dinner and sport in Trinity Bay. The Nature Conservancy has led a 30-year effort to protect tracts of land high in the Davis Mountains. From fleets of trucks to tons of toilet paper, it takes a massive amount of equipment and supplies to keep our state parks running and ready for visitors. Cindy "Sid" Nguyen, Fishing Tradition - 1:20 Fishing for dinner and sport in Trinity Bay is what she loves. Cindy is a committed angler from Houston who finds connection to her family and cultural heritage through the sport of fishing and cooking what she catches with friends. Protecting a Sky Island - 6:33 The Davis Mountains in far West Texas harbor a high-elevation ecosystem that is home to myriad wildlife species. The Nature Conservancy has led a 30-year effort to protect tracts of land that will forever protect this unique sky island. Judy Ahrens, Purchasing Manager - 11:39 From fleets of trucks to tons of toilet paper, it takes a massive amount of equipment and supplies to keep our state parks running and ready for visitors. While you soak in the beauty of nature, behind the scenes there are people working diligently every day to make sure each state park has what it needs to give you a wonderful park experience. Purchasing Manager Judy Ahrens is one of those unsung heroes at Texas Parks and Wildlife. K-9 Wardens, A Nose for the Job - 15:23 Game Wardens do a lot of varied tasks with a wide variety of tools. One of their tools has a fuzzy face and four legs. Meet the Texas Game Warden K-9’s. Searching for hidden game, weapons, missing people, or playing with a tennis ball, it’s all in day’s work for these canine commissioned Texas Game Wardens. Biking on the Franklin Mountains: Postcard From Texas - 24:34 Take a ride down the trail at Franklin Mountains State Park. Chapters: Intro - 00:00 Cindy "Sid" Nguyen - 1:20 Protecting Davis Mountains - 6:33 Judy Ahrens - 11:39 K-9 Wardens - 15:23 Biking Franklin Mountains - 24:34 Stories from this episode: https://youtu.be/5XOR_5f-QQc https://youtu.be/YoR1LVfTyAw https://youtu.be/ZfPCg_d0lZ4 https://youtu.be/jGCYM6PIKzU Episode 18, Season 39, Program 3218 Air Dates: February 4-10, 2024 & August 4-10, 2024 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/ #texasstateparks #stateparks #statepark #outdooradventure #texasoutdoors #outdoors #texas #nature #documentary #fullepisode
PBS Show - iNaturalist, Possum Kingdom & Green Jays
Episode 17, Season 39 of Texas Parks & Wildlife, a weekly PBS series about the great outdoors. Just an hour west of DFW, Possum Kingdom State Park offers the perfect family weekend. Anybody can use the iNaturalist app to identify plants and animals while also contributing to science. To find out how Green Jays are adapting to the changing environment of the Rio Grande Valley, biologists are trapping, tagging, and tracking these colorful birds. Master iNaturalist - 1:20 Urban Wildlife Biologist Sam Kieschnick uses the iNaturalist app every day to take pictures of nature. He’s a top user who’s contributed over 100,000 observations of flora, fauna and fungi to this growing online community. But anybody can use this app to identify plants and animals wherever they find them, and those observations also contribute to real scientific databases that help people like Sam preserve nature. Possum Kingdom State Park - 7:32 Possum Kingdom State Park offers fun on the water and on land. Grab your family, fishing pole and swimsuit and head for the clear blue water and striking scenery at Possum Kingdom State Park. It's located just an hour west of the DFW metroplex. Roxie the Rancher - 11:20 Roxie Hayne’s ranching heritage goes back to 1883 when the A.S. Gage Ranch was established by her grandfather, Alfred S. Gage. Roxie and her family have continued the ranching tradition on the Catto-Gage Ranch, with an emphasis on conservation of natural resources. Today, the Catto-Gage Ranch supports a diversity of wildlife, plants and habitats that thrive alongside well-managed cattle herds, thanks to the family’s dedication to habitat restoration. Green Jay Survey - 16:57 As the Rio Grande Valley becomes more urbanized, habitat for wildlife is dwindling. To find out how Green Jays are adapting to the changing environment, biologists are trapping, tagging and tracking these colorful birds. Morning at Justin Hurst - 23:58 Grab a cup of coffee and enjoy sunrise at Justin Hurst Wildlife Management Area. Chapters: Intro - 00:00 iNaturalist - 1:20 Possum Kingdom State Park - 7:32 Roxie Hayne - 11:20 Green Jay Survey - 16:57 Justin Hurst WMA - 23:58 Stories from this episode: https://youtu.be/ap1aLIVbxh8 https://youtu.be/L-2reYCPYHE https://youtu.be/uK7fjTZkaDc https://youtu.be/uaPzs2oW4HE https://youtu.be/MUWAbBIWyoA Episode 17, Season 39, Program 3217 Air Dates: January 28-February 3, 2024 & July 28-August 3, 2024 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/ #texasstateparks #stateparks #statepark #outdooradventure #texasoutdoors #outdoors #texas #nature #documentary #fullepisode
PBS Show - Copper Breaks Park, Tracking Bass & Caprock Biking Trails
Episode 16, Season 39 of Texas Parks & Wildlife, a weekly PBS series about the great outdoors. Copper Breaks State Park offers a variety of wildlife and activities for visitors to explore, most notably stargazing. Biologists are tracking largemouth bass to determine if increased fishing pressure is changing fish behavior. Ride along over natural bridges and through tunnels on the mountain biking trails at Caprock Canyons State Park. Copper Breaks State Park - 1:20 Home to the Texas State Longhorn Herd, Copper Breaks State Parks offers a variety of activities for visitors to enjoy. From hiking, biking, to stargazing at one of the darkest skies in the state, there is a slice of nature for everyone to enjoy. After dark, Copper Breaks offers an unprecedented view of the night sky. Tracking Bass on Toledo Bend - 5:15 Some fish biologists are tracking largemouth bass on Toledo Bend Reservoir and Lake Fork to determine if increased fishing pressure at these legendary lakes is changing fish behavior in ways that could make them more difficult for anglers to catch. Carly Blankenship, Grant Manager - 12:51 Rescuing sea turtles and other endangered ocean life is at the heart of a partnership between Texas Parks & Wildlife and the state aquarium. Thanks to millions of dollars in coronavirus relief money, the agency was able to help fund a much-needed, new wildlife rescue center at the aquarium. Carly Blankenship is the grant manager who helped make that dream become a reality. Biking Trails at Caprock Canyons State Park - 17:16 From biking over natural bridges to underneath train tunnels, Caprock Canyons State Park offers a variety of mountain biking trails for all skill levels. The most popular biking trails are Eagle Point, the Trailway at Monks Crossing, and Canyon Rim. Each trail offers amazing views of the canyons as well as the possibility to see the unique wildlife species that reside at Caprock Canyons State Park. Bats, A Texas Wildlife Story - 19:40 In this special excerpt from the film Deep in the Heart, explore the wonder of Bracken Cave, the largest colony of Mexican free-tailed bats in the world. Big Bend Ranch: Postcard From Texas - 23:56 Soar over the vast natural landscape at Big Bend Ranch State Park. Chapters: Intro - 00:00 Copper Breaks State Park - 1:20 Tracking Bass - 5:15 Carly Blankenship - 12:51 Biking Caprock Canyon - 17:16 Bracken Cave Bats - 19:40 Big Bend Ranch - 23:56 Stories from this episode: https://youtu.be/r_Z-OB_GHWg https://youtu.be/XY_kPBff0zM https://youtu.be/6QVw9u1kD3E https://youtu.be/5VXw4I7IuIE Episode 16, Season 39, Program 3216 Air Dates: January 21-27, 2024 & July 21-27, 2024 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/ #texasstateparks #stateparks #statepark #outdooradventure #texasoutdoors #outdoors #texas #nature #documentary #fullepisode
PBS Show - Weekend Hunters, Coastal Wildlife, & Mineral Wells Trailway
Episode 15, Season 39 of Texas Parks & Wildlife, a weekly PBS series about the great outdoors. The Texas Youth Hunting Program hosts an archery hunt in the hill country. Where trains once traveled, hikers and bikers now reign, on a protected pathway connecting Weatherford and Mineral Wells. An amazing assortment of wild animals live within the waters of the Texas Gulf Coast. Bonding By Bow - 1:20 Jonah and Levi Lanz recently moved to Texas from Iowa. While looking for hunting opportunities in Texas, they came across the Texas Youth Hunting Program. TYHP has provided thousands of Texans with safe, educational, outdoor experiences while instilling an appreciation for the valuable role private landowners and hunters play in wildlife conservation. Join Jonah and Levi on their archery hunt with TYHP in the Texas Hill Country. Lake Mineral Wells Trailway - 6:25 Where trains once traveled, hikers and bikers now reign, on a protected pathway connecting Weatherford and Mineral Wells. Birdwatching and the Secret to Immortality - 10:43 Victor Emanuel entered the birding world when, as a boy, he joined a small ornithology club in Houston. That was over seventy years ago, and since, he’s been chasing birds over the world. Considered one of the preeminent birders anywhere, he has been an inspiration to tens of thousands of people. And even today, he’s helping prep a new generation of naturalists that will solidify his legacy long after he puts down his binoculars. Gulf Coast Wildlife - 14:29 In this special excerpt from the film Deep in the Heart, learn about the various ecosystems of the Texas Gulf Coast and beyond--from the brackish estuaries to the deep blue sea. Anahuac National Wildlife Refuge - 24:05 The Anahuac National Wildlife Refuge is a wildlife conservation area along the coast of Texas, west of the town of High Island, Texas. Chapters: Intro - 00:00 Texas Youth Hunting - 1:20 Lake Mineral Wells - 6:15 Birdwatching - 10:43 Gulf Coast Wildlife - 14:29 Anahuac National Wildlife Refuge - 24:05 Stories from this episode: https://youtu.be/VZmisjuYn-8 https://youtu.be/FM6ilIOc_sc https://youtu.be/JnY7P90PVjo Episode 15, Season 39, Program 3215 Air Dates: January 14-20, 2024 & July 14-20, 2024 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/ #outdooradventure #texasoutdoors #outdoors #texas #nature #documentary #fullepisode
PBS Show - Texas Bison, Dragonfly Chasers & Hiking Blind
Episode 14, Season 39 of Texas Parks & Wildlife, a weekly PBS series about the great outdoors. Dragonflies are fascinating insects and scientists have developed unique methods of tracking them. Blindness Outdoor Learning & Development weekend at Palmetto State Park fosters outdoor skills and life confidence for the young participants. The story of the Southern Plains Bison herd in Texas is one of survival and hope for the future. Chasing Dragons - 1:20 Meet Caleb Helsel, an avid birder turned dragonfly enthusiast from Austin, Texas. As Scientists use new Environmental DNA (eDNA) technology to help track dragonfly species all over the world, enthusiasts like Caleb still play a crucial role in their conservation and protection. State Park Women in Leadership Development - 8:27 As more women rise in the ranks of leadership at Texas Parks and Wildlife, they’re finding unique challenges in jobs historically held by men. But they’ve discovered a new way to problem solve together and support one another. It’s called the State Park Women in Leadership Development Group and it’s helping female leaders achieve that all important work-life balance as they move up the ladder. A Sense of Exploration - 11:33 Blindness Outdoor Learning & Development weekend at Palmetto State Park fosters outdoor skills and life confidence for the young participants. Mentors pair with visually-impaired students to teach practical and experiential-based exploration of the outdoors. Bison, A Texas Wildlife Story - 16:02 In this special excerpt from the film Deep in the Heart, learn the history of the Southern Plains Bison and hear their story of survival, renewal, and hope. Dragonflies and Damselflies - 24:36 Dragonflies and damselflies are fun to watch, whether they are darting, dancing, or standing still. Chapters: Intro - 00:00 Chasing Dragonflies- 1:20 State Park Women in Leadership Development - 8:27 Visually-Impaired Hiking - 11:33 History of Texas Bison - 16:02 Dragonflies and Damselflies - 24:36 Stories from this episode: https://youtu.be/7bxUGWKv--w https://youtu.be/2SosT2tOOLw https://youtu.be/w4P1FxsD2-o https://youtu.be/oxLzv2wUADw Episode 14, Season 39, Program 3214 Air Dates: January 7-13, 2024 & July 7-13, 2024 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/ #texasstateparks #stateparks #statepark #outdooradventure #texasoutdoors #outdoors #texas #nature #documentary #fullepisode
PBS Show - Black Bears, Sharing The Harvest & Mission Tejas
Episode 13, Season 39 of Texas Parks & Wildlife, a weekly PBS series about the great outdoors. Sheila Hargis says birding and the birding community transformed her life by channeling her enthusiasm for ornithology onto others. Hunters have provided over 10 million servings of venison to Texans in need. Mission Tejas State Park is a natural escape into deep-rooted Texas history, located at the north end of the Davy Crockett National Forest. A Passion for Birds - 1:20 How does someone go from shy introvert to a highly respected field-guide? Sheila Hargis says birding and the birding community transformed her life by channeling her enthusiasm for ornithology onto others. Hunters Feeding the Hungry - 5:06 Texas deer hunters who fill up their freezer during deer season, but still have a few tags and are looking for a way to share their harvest might consider making a trip to southwest San Antonio. The San Antonio Food Bank is working with Hunters for the Hungry to help get protein-rich venison to Texans in need. Mission Tejas State Park - 8:39 Near the northern end of the Davy Crockett National Forest, quiet Mission Tejas once sat at a crossroads of early Texas history. Visit two of the park’s historic features: Mission San Francisco de los Tejas and the Rice Family Log Home. Chris Abernathy: Parks and Wildlife People - 12:20 Texas is losing one square mile of land to development every single day…more than any other state in the nation. That’s why Chris Abernathy’s job at Texas Parks and Wildlife is so important. He educates and engages private landowners to find ways to conserve their property and preserve it for future generations. Black Bears: A Texas Wildlife Story - 17:02 In this special excerpt from the film Deep in the Heart, spend some time with a family of black bears in Big Bend country. South Llano River: Postcard From Texas - 23:45 The South Llano River is a great place to swim, or just relax. Chapters: Intro - 00:00 A Passion for Birds - 1:20 Hunters Feeding the Hungry - 5:06 Mission Tejas State Park - 8:39 Chris Abernathy - 12:20 Black Bears - 17:02 South Llano River - 23:45 Stories from this episode: https://youtu.be/U2XEyJRk3Os https://youtu.be/7ba5xz_akWo https://youtu.be/KCTStlk4ODg https://youtu.be/z2wgSlgFUFQ https://youtu.be/VCbe9Rx_sHk Episode 13, Season 39, Program 3213 Air Dates: December 31, 2023 - January 6, 2024 & June 30 - July 6, 2024 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/ #texasstateparks #stateparks #statepark #outdooradventure #texasoutdoors #outdoors #texas #nature #documentary #fullepisode
PBS Show - Guadalupe Bass, Big Cypress Bayou & Caprock Canyons
Episode 12, Season 39 of Texas Parks & Wildlife, a weekly PBS series about the great outdoors. Conservationists are rethinking dam operations in the Big Cypress Bayou region to help restore river flows. Experience the rugged beauty of Caprock Canyons State Park in the Panhandle of Texas. Spend some time with the state fish of Texas, the Guadalupe bass. Ebb & Flow: Sustainable Rivers Program on Caddo Lake - 1:20 Nature needs ebbs and flows. The Sustainable Rivers Program is designed to restore the ecological function of dammed river systems by installing environmental flow prescriptions. The project in Texas' Caddo Lake system is a success story, with years of environmental flow prescriptions, nature is bouncing back. Caprock Canyons State Park and Trailway - 6:37 Home to the Texas State Bison Herd, Caprock Canyons offers a variety of activities for visitors to enjoy. With a Bison herd of 300+ strong, visitors can safely observe the largest mammal in North America as they roam across the canyonlands. From hiking through the canyon range, camping under the night sky, or observing unique wildlife, Caprock Canyons is a must-see state park. Guadalupe Bass: A Texas Wildlife Story - 10:50 In this special excerpt from the film Deep in the Heart, learn about the vital importance of water to Texas wildlife. Texas has more than 3,700 named streams and 15 major rivers. They wind through 191,000 miles of Texas landscape. These aquatic ecosystems provide invaluable services such as nourishing watersheds and providing fish habitat. One fish in this vast interconnected system is the Guadalupe Bass, which is found only in Texas and has been named the official state fish. Postcard From Texas: Barton Creek Greenbelt - 24:06 It’s late summer on the Barton Creek Greenbelt in Austin, Texas. Chapters: Intro - 00:00 Caddo Lake - 1:20 Caprock Canyons State Park - 6:37 Guadalupe Bass - 10:50 Barton Creek Greenbelt - 24:06 Stories from this episode: https://youtu.be/b_hcv9Lu66M https://youtu.be/5uQwrQSOclE https://youtu.be/0oW_PdOpbNA Episode 12, Season 39, Program 3212 Air Dates: December 24-30, 2023 & June 23-29, 2024 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/ #texasstateparks #stateparks #statepark #outdooradventure #texasoutdoors #outdoors #texas #nature #documentary #fullepisode
PBS Show - Song of the Prairie, Angler Access & Hueco Tanks
Episode 11, Season 39 of Texas Parks & Wildlife, a weekly PBS series about the great outdoors. See and hear the Attwater’s prairie chicken and discover how this beautiful bird’s destiny is tied to the health of coastal prairies. A new partnership with private landowners is helping anglers and paddlers gain better access to Texas rivers. Visit a desert oasis near El Paso that has drawn visitors for thousands of years. Song of the Prairie - 1:20 Texas’ coastal prairies once spanned more than 6 million acres extending from the southernmost Texas up along the Gulf of Mexico part of the state and into Louisiana, but today less than one percent of this habitat remains. Such a significant loss of coastal prairie has devastated many wildlife populations, including the critically endangered Attwater’s prairie chicken. Watch how landowners and ranchers along the Texas coast are working to preserve grasslands for people and wildlife. The Rivers Are Yours - 7:39 In an urbanizing state with limited public lands, accessing the outdoors can be a tough task. But a new program, in partnership with participating landowners, is helping paddlers and anglers access rivers like never before. Hueco Tanks State Park and Historic Site - 13:43 On the edge of El Paso is a desert destination people have been visiting for thousands of years. The beauty of this West Texas oasis is on full display at Hueco Tanks State Park and Historic Site, where stories are told through hundreds of Native American pictographs. Parks & Wildlife People: Zach Olsen - 19:36 Big business and social media rely heavily on data. But did you know collecting and analyzing data is also a key tool in keeping ocean habitats healthy? Texas Parks and Wildlife biologist Zach Olsen leads a team of dedicated scientists closely watching patterns and changes in coastal ecosystems. Their goal is to ensure ocean life is thriving so Texans can enjoy the Gulf Coast for generations to come. Postcard From Texas: Rolling Plains Sunset - 24:43 Enjoy an amazing sunset on the Rolling Plains in western Texas. Chapters: Intro - 00:00 Song of the Prairie - 1:20 The Rivers Are Yours - 7:39 Hueco Tanks State Park and Historic Site - 13:43 Zach Olsen - 19:36 Rolling Plains Sunset - 24:43 Stories from this episode: https://youtu.be/ziilNibGTso https://youtu.be/jV9fvuImMB8 https://youtu.be/Eo9u-tHIpW8 https://youtu.be/bH3d4RZUVQw Episode 11, Season 39, Program 3211 Air Dates: December 17-23, 2023 & June 16-22, 2024 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/ #texasstateparks #stateparks #statepark #outdooradventure #texasoutdoors #outdoors #texas #nature #documentary #fullepisode
PBS Show - Watching Wildlife, Preservation Partners & Guadalupe River
Episode 10, Season 39 of Texas Parks & Wildlife, a weekly PBS series about the great outdoors. See what passes by the trail cameras at Lake Ray Roberts State Park, both day and night. A conservationist forms vital partnerships to preserve more private Texas land, so migratory birds will have a place to survive and thrive. Visit Guadalupe River State Park to camp under the trees, take a bike ride, and find some fun for the whole family. Watching for Wildlife - 1:20 Monitoring wildlife is important to maintaining the health of an ecosystem. At Ray Roberts Lake State Park, Daniel Rios uses trail cameras to keep an eye on the park and the animals that live there. These cameras offer an amazing view of the wildlife and their habitats, as long as rangers can keep the raccoons from stealing them. Willard, The Outdoor Educator - 7:27 Willard Franklin III is a fisherman and volunteer from Houston whose passion is sharing his love for the outdoors with urban kids. By taking children fishing, Willard hopes to give them the kinds of experiences and memories that could spark an interest in the outdoors later in life. Parks and Wildlife People: Jeff Raasch - 12:16 Most land in Texas is privately owned. As new developments spring up across our state, migratory birds are losing crucial habitat. Texas Parks and Wildlife’s Jeff Raash is passionate about conservation. His work forming vital partnerships is helping to preserve more private Texas land, so migratory birds and other wildlife will have a place to survive and thrive. Guadalupe River State Park - 15:37 Visit Guadalupe River State Park to camp under the trees, swim, take a bike ride, and find some fun for the whole family. Freshwater Fishing Hall of Fame: Wally Marshall - 19:46 Wally “Mr. Crappie” Marshall of Anna, Texas, revolutionized crappie fishing through innovative products, tournaments and promotion of the sport. Marshall generously gives back to the fish community through his philanthropic work, teaching youth to fish and donating time and products to multiple charitable organizations and events. Postcard From Texas: Fort Worth Nature Center - 24:05 The Fort Worth Nature Center is a relaxing place to spend an afternoon fishing, kayaking, or just enjoying the sights. Chapters: Intro - 00:00 Watching for Wildlife - 1:20 Willard, The Outdoor Educator - 7:27 Jeff Raasch - 12:16 Guadalupe River State Park - 15:37 Wally Marshall - 19:46 Fort Worth Nature Center - 24:05 Stories from this episode: https://youtu.be/EB-mf-gjhVw https://youtu.be/RvV4o4ApoVk https://youtu.be/SqY4MWIYKZA https://youtu.be/0YvoXI1uDUg https://youtu.be/5MHrcLbYNh8 https://youtu.be/J88c7PLGXsM Episode 10, Season 39, Program 3210 Air Dates: December 10-16, 2023 & June 9-15, 2024 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/ #texasstateparks #stateparks #statepark #outdooradventure #texasoutdoors #outdoors #texas #nature #documentary #fullepisode