Celebrate the Holiday Season Outside at a Texas State Park

November 26, 2024 — The weather has cooled and the leaves are falling, which means the holidays have finally arrived in Texas. Starting this weekend, Texas State Parks are hosting a suite of different seasonal activities for visitors of all ages to enjoy, including themed guided walks, crafting events and more.

Protect Texas’ Natural Resources: Apply Now for 68th Texas Game Warden, State Park Police Academy

November 16, 2024 – Texas Parks and Wildlife Department (TPWD) is now accepting applications for the 68th Texas Game Warden and State Park Police cadet class, aimed at those interested in conservation law enforcement, public safety and being part of the next generation of elite state law enforcement officers.

Stay Safe, Hunt Smart: Texas Game Wardens Provide Archery Season TipsStay Safe, Hunt Smart: Texas Game Wardens Provide Archery Season Tips

Forest Service Waives Day-use Fees for National Public Lands Day

September 25, 2024 – The National Forests and Grasslands in Texas are waiving fees at day-use recreation sites on September 28 for National Public Lands Day.

Texas Celebrates National Hunting and Fishing Day Sept. 28

September 24, 2024 – The Texas Parks and Wildlife Department (TPWD) asks Texans to invite their friends and family into the outdoors to celebrate National Hunting and Fishing Day (NHF) on Saturday, September 28.

This annual holiday, celebrated on the fourth Saturday of September, recognizes hunters and anglers for their contributions to wildlife and conservation.

White-tailed Deer Population Looks Strong Ahead of Archery-Only Season

September 17, 2024 — Good news for hunters! Texas Parks and Wildlife Department (TPWD) biologists anticipate an exceptional white-tailed deer season this fall. The 2024-25 archery-only season kicks off September 28 and hunters should expect to have good harvest numbers and opportunities for quality bucks.

Teal Season Begins in Texas Sept. 14

September 10, 2024 - Teal hunting season opens September 14, 2024 and with wet conditions prevailing in many areas of Texas, hunters will have ample opportunities to harvest birds.

Texas Game Wardens Offer Tips for a Safe, Enjoyable Dove Hunt

August 29, 2024 – Hunters preparing for the September 1 opening of dove season have much to look forward to, with significant increases in both mourning and white-wing dove populations.

Strong Mourning, White-Winged Populations Forecast for Dove Season

August 28, 2024 — A rainy spring and early summer led to a good nesting season through most of the state and near record high populations of mourning and white-wing doves across large portions of Texas. Hunters could encounter significantly increased dove populations in the field when the 2024 season opens September 1.

Big Time Texas Hunts Introduces New Hunt to Launch 28th Year of Conservation Fundraising

August 19, 2024 – Big Time Texas Hunts kicks off another season with 10 premium guided hunt packages representing some of the very best hunting opportunities in Texas, including a new chance to take an aoudad ram in the Trans-Pecos region.

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