AUSTIN – Hunters have an exciting lineup of opportunities and a chance to experience the beautiful scenery of Texas through Texas Parks and Wildlife Department’s (TPWD) drawn hunt permits program. The drawn hunts program issues permits to hunters for drawn […]
TPWD Accepting Drawn Hunt Permit Applications for 2026-27 Season Read More »
Few snakes inspire as much fear and fascination as the black mamba. Capable of moving at remarkable speed across the African landscape and armed with highly potent venom, the black mamba has earned a reputation as one of the world’s
Black Mamba Attacks & Other Deadly African Snake Encounters Read More »
For decades, the New World screwworm was something many Texans knew only from stories told by older ranchers and wildlife professionals. It was a flesh-eating parasite that once caused devastating losses to livestock and wildlife before being eradicated from the
Screworm Update & The Deer Outbreak Texas Can’t Afford to Forget Read More »
Offshore brush piles have long been among the most productive places to catch bass, crappie and other game fish. They provide shade, concentrate baitfish and offer ambush points that predators use throughout much of the year. The challenge has never
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Every angler has experienced it. You pull up to a favorite fishing spot with confidence because you caught fish there a week earlier, only to discover the water looks completely different. Maybe a heavy rain has turned it muddy, a
Reading Water Clarity Can Help You Catch More Fish Read More »
I’ve always believed most anglers want to do the right thing. Sure, someone occasionally misreads a regulation or makes an honest mistake counting fish in the excitement of a great day on the water. Those situations happen. But there is
Let’s Stop Fish Poaching Read More »
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Few drivers think about their car until something breaks. You’re cruising down the highway and a tire blows. You roll up to a red light and your brakes begin to grind. The check engine light comes on during rush hour traffic. And by the time you realize… it’s already too late.
The Role of Vehicle Maintenance in Preventing Breakdowns and Crashes Read More »
THE CCA-TEXAS STAR TOURNAMENT officially kicked off on May 23 and anglers have already begun posting entries. Here is the current Leaderboard. The tournament covers the entire Texas Coast and lasts through September 7.
CCA-Texas STAR Leaderboard: June 28, 2026 Read More »
Spend enough time around accomplished saltwater anglers and you’ll notice they have something in common. They don’t simply cast toward an oyster reef, marsh point or shoreline that “looks fishy.” They’re constantly watching the water itself—not just the color or
Why Learning to Fish Coastal Currents Will Make You a Better Angler Read More »
Long before most people are awake, anglers are already on the water. They’re easing a boat into a quiet reservoir, slipping through a salt marsh at first light or walking the bank of a neighborhood pond with a child whose
Every Cast Matters: The Conservation Power of America’s Anglers Read More »
Windy, choppy days can quickly make saltwater fishing frustrating. One minute you’re lined up perfectly on an oyster reef or marsh drain, and the next the wind and tide have pushed the boat 30 feet off target. Many anglers blame
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As hunting and fishing seasons come and go, many outdoorsmen look for satisfying ways to stay outdoors when their primary pursuits are on pause. Golf is emerging as a top off-season outlet, blending strategic thinking and skill development in a different setting. For golf for outdoorsmen, the ability to carry over skills like wind reading, patience, and careful shot planning helps outdoorsmen transition seamlessly onto the golf course. Utilizing budget gear, such as secondhand clubs and golf balls from trusted sources, ensures this off-season pastime remains affordable and accessible for all enthusiasts…
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MOST HUNTERS think of trail cameras as tools for scouting deer, monitoring feeders, or tracking wildlife activity. For decades, they have served as an extra set of eyes in the woods, collecting information when hunters and landowners cannot be there themselves…
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Few reservoirs in America can match Toledo Bend for size, diversity, and angling opportunity. Stretching along the Texas-Louisiana border through the heart of the Pineywoods, this massive impoundment has earned a reputation as one of the premier freshwater fisheries in
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The dog days of summer have a way of separating casual bass anglers from those willing to adapt. By July, many Texas reservoir fishermen have watched productive spring and early-summer patterns fade. Shoreline cover that produced quality fish in May
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In this episode of Dark Outdoors®, we explore the frightening reality of digital stalking, GPS tracking, location sharing, and how smartphones, apps, social media, and outdoor tech can expose campers, hikers, hunters, and travelers to real-world danger in remote areas. From
When Digital Stalkers Follow You Outdoors Read More »
Some of the most memorable fish swimming in Texas waters are also some of the most important to release properly. Bull redfish pushing forty inches in the surf, giant jack crevalle patrolling beachfront bait schools, and large sharks cruising nearshore
More Than Letting Fish Go Read More »
For generations, anglers have depended on healthy coastal ecosystems to provide world-class fishing opportunities. From the marshes of Sabine Lake to the seagrass flats of the Lower Laguna Madre, clean water is the foundation of productive fisheries. That reality is
Making Waves for Conservation: How Anglers Can Support the Suzuki Clean Ocean Project Read More »
If there is one factor that can make or break a day on the Texas coast, it is tidal movement. Over the years I have talked with countless guides and accomplished anglers from Sabine Lake to South Padre Island, and
How to Plan Texas Coastal Fishing Trips Around Tidal Movements Read More »
A growing number of shark-related regulations and legislative proposals along America’s coastlines have something in common, and it is not necessarily shark conservation. From Massachusetts to Florida, policymakers are increasingly focused on reducing interactions between sharks and people. While conservation
Shore Shark Fishing Challenges Growing Read More »
