Texas game wardens over the weekend wrapped up a successful six-day multiagency initiative, called Operation Bahia de Aransas, designed to increase law enforcement presence along the coastal bend region. The initiative was in response to increased commercial oyster activity in
Texas Game Wardens Lead Successful Joint Operation Bahia de Aransas Read More »
The latest news has it that the state of Texas in its infinite wisdom has decided it is a good thing to use poison to attempt to combat the massive feral hog invasion of our state. This has got to
This time of year is when most Texas anglers flood the boat ramps and go searching for big bug eyed largemouth that are getting ready to spawn. But, do we really understand what they are doing and why they are
The Bass Spawn: Love is in the Water Read More »
The following items are compiled from recent Texas Parks and Wildlife Department law enforcement reports. Leaving a Game Camera Trail Texas game wardens were able to make a solid case against four individuals in Wilson County last season for hunting
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In March 2006, angler Edward Reid pulled a staggering 14.48-pound largemouth bass from the depths of Lake Conroe near Houston. On Feb. 10, nearly 11 years later and more than 234 miles away, angler Ryder Wicker caught the 13.07-pound offspring
Biologists Confirm Genetics of First ShareLunker Offspring Entered into Program Read More »
Bowfishing for tilapia is probably one of the most challenging, but fun activities I enjoy in the outdoors. A couple of weeks ago I had the sincere pleasure to go bowfishing again with Marty McIntyre with GARQUEST Bowfishing Adventures on
Mmm…Tilapia and Bowfishing Fun Read More »
White bass are one of Texas’ most sought after game fish, especially when they make their annual spring spawning migration into rivers above reservoirs. Now that those fish are on the move, the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department (TPWD) River
Three Leased Public Fishing Access Areas Open for White Bass Anglers Read More »
Built on the incredibly popular Micro 335 platform, the new Micro 355 packs incredible speed and power into an ultra-compact design. Imagine the Micro 335 loaded with more power, and that’s what to expect from Excalibur’s flagship 2016 crossbow. Reliability,
Excalibur Releases New Flagship Crossbow, Micro 355 Packed with Features Read More »
Online Resources Available for Public Input, Webinar Set for Feb. 21 The Texas Parks and Wildlife Department is seeking public comment on proposed changes to the state’s hunting and fishing regulations for 2017-18. Access to online resources, including details on
TPWD Taking Comment on Proposed Hunting and Fishing Regulation Changes Read More »
Hunting Shots of Feral Giants Last year we published photos of monster hogs Texas Fish & Game readers have captured on their game cameras, and we are looking for more submissions. These should inspire hog hunters to get out there and
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Fort Worth angler Ryder Wicker caught the first Toyota ShareLunker of the 2017 season Feb. 10 at Marine Creek Lake. But this wasn’t the only “first” he checked off the list – this particular fish outweighs the former water body
First 2017 Toyota ShareLunker Collected at Marine Creek Lake Read More »
In my last blog we went over where to look for Big S-w-o-l-l-e-n Sow Belly Largemouth Bass. Now we are going to go over my personal favorite 5 baits to catch them. Note that I said “personal favorites”. These are
HOG Time Top 5 Baits Read More »
The region’s largest in-water boat show allows buyers to see boats in their element The South West International Boat Show, the largest in-water boat show in the Southwest, and the premier sail and power show for new and pre-owned vessels,
South West International Boat Show gears up for Spring Show Read More »
The 42nd annual Houston Fishing Show is just around the corner, and we don’t want you to miss a minute of the action! Check out the schedule below to plan your visit and be sure to stop by and see TF&G’s
42nd Annual Houston Fishing Show Seminar Schedule Read More »
Hunters and their knives are a legendary combination and one in which history and legends have been forged upon. Throughout time, ever since man first donned a loin cloth or fig leaf and picked up a rock or stick to
There are knives and then KNIVES Read More »
The following items are compiled from recent Texas Parks and Wildlife Department law enforcement reports. Keep the Beard A Sutton County game warden was checking a deer camp during the special white-tailed deer late season when he discovered a Rio
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After a small hiatus due to all the coverage of SHOT Show 2017 on FishGame.com, we are back with a recap episode of SHOT. Starting with Texas Fish & Game editors Chester Moore and Lou Marullo recording a Facebook Live session
Podcast: SHOT Show 2017 Highlights and Tree Stand Safety with Guest Lou Marullo Read More »
Jigging in a saltwater environment is demanding…of angler and rod. St Croix’s NEW Mojo Jig line of saltwater rods has been designed to exceed those demands. These rods have been tested from New England to the Gulf coasts to ensure
St. Croix’s Goes Deep – with the NEW Mojo Jig Line of Saltwater Rods Read More »
Q. You are thinking 007 gadgets right? Maybe that’s where Kevin Brittingham got the name for his new suppressor company, I’m not sure. But what we do know is the new El Camino’s suppressor design shows proof of innovation and
Q’s El Camino Rimfire Suppressor Read More »
If you are looking for a new personal best bucket mouth bass, February is prime time to catch a genuine HOG. In most parts of Texas February means pre-spawn and the big girls will be at their heaviest weights of
February is HOG Time Read More »
