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
These Are The Biggest Wild Hogs We’ve Ever Seen Read More »
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,
TPWD Names New Inland Fisheries Director Read More »
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
HSM Ammunition Supports Retrieving Freedom Read More »
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
Annual Rainbow Trout Stockings Begin Read More »
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
Heroes On The Water: Celebrating Veterans And First Responders Read More »
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,
Game Warden Academy Taking Applications Read More »
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.
Wanted: Mysterious Wild Cat Reports Read More »
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
How To Beat The Crowds In Duck Season Read More »
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
You Can’t Bring A Deer Carcass Into Texas Read More »
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
TPWD To Close State Snapper Fishery Read More »
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
Larry Nixon Retires From Bassmaster Elite Series Read More »
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
New Louisiana Trout Limits Begin Nov. 20 Read More »
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
TPWD Commission Approves Land & Water Plan Read More »
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
Tagging Study Reveals Tarpon Range Read More »
Sandhill cranes are the Rocky Mountain elk of migratory bird hunting. They dwarf ducks and geese, tase better than both and almost hold a mythical status among those who have never pursued them. Last weekend I had the opportunity to
Hunting the “Ribeye of the Sky” Read More »
Siren Marine’s Connected Boat® system makes your boating experience even better and more secure. Control lights, A/C and other systems and access digital switching systems with the touch of a button. Together with the easy-to-use Siren Marine Mobile App, the
A Look At Siren Marine’s Connected Boat System Read More »
From the U.S. Drought Monitor… Temperatures were mixed for the week as areas impacted by the strong storm system through the region were 1-3 degrees below normal while those further to the west were 9-12 degrees above normal for the
A Look At TX Drought Situation Read More »
On November 1, the first pair of whooping cranes of the year were spotted flying toward the Aransas National Wildlife Refuge on the southwest side of San Antonio Bay. Their arrival is about 10 days later than last year, but
Waterfowlers Beware-Whooping Cranes Have Arrived! Read More »
Texas Parks and Wildlife Department and Texas Parks and Wildlife Commission issued the following statement regarding the results of the November election where it appears voters overwhelmingly approved Proposition 14, a constitutional amendment that creates the Centennial Parks Conservation Fund.
TPWD Issues Statement On Prop. 14 Read More »
