Although the Gulf Coast has a huge trout population and healthy number of large fish, the habits of truly large trout are still mysterious in many ways. But over the years I have noticed through my own experience as well […]
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Based on recent Texas Parks and Wildlife Department (TPWD)-collected samples showing low abundance of legal-sized oysters, beginning 12:01 a.m. Nov. 27, TPWD will close TX-1 and TX-5 in Galveston Bay to commercial and recreational oyster harvest. TPWD has worked with the
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A huge win for the recreational community occurred on Friday, October 27th, 2023 when the petition to establish a mandatory, 10.5-knot speed limit in the Gulf of Mexico was denied by the National Oceanic Atmospheric Administration (NOAA). The speed limit,
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The Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation committed $400,000 to reinforce its multi-decade partnership with western states on issues crucial to the movement and overall health of elk, mule deer, pronghorn antelope and other wildlife species. “This is not just an agreement
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Texas State Parks is kicking off the holiday season with close to 100 special seasonal activities happening across the state. Starting this month, visitors of all ages can enjoy themed guided walks, crafting events, educational opportunities and more. Texas Parks and
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Monster Hogs Tales of gigantic, long-tusked monster hogs prowling the woods of Texas and the American South have been told around the campfire for years. Now game camera and cell phone technology are showing many of these stories to be
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Tim Birdsong has been selected as Texas Parks and Wildlife Department’s (TPWD) next Inland Fisheries Division director. Birdsong has served as interim division director since July, following the promotion of Craig Bonds to chief operating officer. “Tim has a passion for fishing,
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HSM Ammunition of Stevensville, MT recently visited Retrieving Freedom’s Service Dog training facility in Sedalia, MO. Retrieving Freedom, Inc. is a non-profit organization dedicated to training Service Dogs. With a primary focus on training Service Dogs to serve the needs
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The annual Texas winter tradition of rainbow trout stocking returns to waterbodies across the state to kick off the holiday season. The Texas Parks and Wildlife Department (TPWD) will stock thousands of rainbow trout beginning the week of Thanksgiving to
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Heroes on the Water, dedicated to veterans and first responders in their healing journey, is thrilled to commemorate a significant milestone – 15 years of unwavering commitment and service to those who have served our nation. The organization takes immense
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Texas Parks and Wildlife Department (TPWD) has opened applications for the 67th Texas Game Warden and State Park Police Cadet class, aimed at those interested in joining the next generation of elite state law enforcement officers. As fully commissioned peace officers,
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Have you saw a cat in the wild you can’t explain? A cougar where it’s not “supposed to be”? A black bobcat? Maybe even a black panther? Maybe you’ve seen something you can’t explain or have photographic and video evidence.
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It has never been cooler to be a waterfowler than right now. Drake pullovers are standard issue equipment for date night or a dinner with the family these days. What this equates to is more and more pressure at your
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Did you know you can’t bring a deer carcass into Texas? Yes, even if you shot the deer in Arkansas or Louisiana just across the line, you can’t bring the body back into the state. This is directly from the
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The Texas Parks and Wildlife Department (TPWD) will close red snapper fishing in state waters on Monday, Nov. 20, at 11:59 p.m. until January 2024. Federal waters remain closed until the summer. “While we are disappointed to close state waters earlier than
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Bassmaster’s first “Million Dollar Man,” Larry Nixon of Bee Branch, Ark., is stepping away from the Bassmaster Elite Series in 2024. Nixon decided at the end of the 2023 season that his health would not allow him to compete at his usual high
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The new speckled trout size and daily creel limits go into effect and will be enforced beginning November 20. The new regulations are as follows: Size limit: 13-20 inches total length, only two fish included within the daily creel limit
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The Texas Parks and Wildlife Commission (Commission) approved the 2024–2033 Land and Water Resources Conservation and Recreation Plan (Land and Water Plan) during its Nov. 2 meeting in Austin. The 2024–2033 Land and Water Plan serves as the strategic visionary document that
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The Bonefish & Tarpon Trust (BTTW) have just released a statement on recent tarpon tagging studies. Since our early years, BTT has focused on research that teaches us about what is needed by each life stage of bonefish, tarpon, and
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