In this gripping episode of Dark Outdoors, we investigate the heartbreaking double homicide that has shaken Arkansas and the hiking community nationwide. On July 26, 2025, Clinton and Cristen Brink were brutally murdered while hiking with their two young daughters at Devil’s Den State Park—a place known […]
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Wichita Mountains Wildlife Refuge (Refuge) is experiencing extreme heat with temperatures exceeding 100 degrees, which is expected to continue. These weather conditions, coupled with the rocky and rugged terrain of the Refuge, pose safety hazards for visitors as well as
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The Gulf Council would like to gain a better understanding of what’s happening with gray triggerfish in the Gulf. The Council recognizes that as active fishermen, you may notice trends or interesting things happening in the Gulf that the scientists
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As researchers begin to see recovery in some shark populations, gaps remain in understanding where sharks go, how they reproduce, and how international waters affect their survival. Three leaders in conservation have teamed up to create a tool that not
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The Louisiana Black Bear Hunting Lottery will open to state hunters July 28 and run through Aug. 28, the Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries (LDWF) announced. The hunt, administered by LDWF, will be held in Louisiana Black Bear Management
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There’s nothing quite like fishing the Texas surf. With just a little planning, families can turn a day at the beach into an exciting multi-species challenge—one that can yield bull redfish, stingrays, sharks, and more. Known by some anglers as
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Dove Gear’s Ultimate Bird Vest has built a loyal following over the last five years and for good reason. Designed to be lightweight, breathable, and field-functional, it quickly became a favorite among dove and upland bird hunters. For 2025, Dove
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Saltwater anglers need smooth, powerful, and reliable reels to win the battle with hard-charging fish. Reels that check these boxes while also adding exceptional value and protection from the sea’s corrosive elements will definitely stop and turn heads – not
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For decades, if you wanted to chase giant redfish in shallow marshes, you booked a trip to Venice, Louisiana. The muddy channels and grassy pockets of the Mississippi Delta were the undisputed home of the bull redfish, oversized reds tipping
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The Texas coast is home to some of the largest and most powerful sharks in the ocean. These predators, while often misunderstood, play vital roles in keeping the marine ecosystem balanced and healthy. Here are five of the biggest shark
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Branden Trager of Brush Prairie, Washington, and his guiding company Mayhem Services LLC pleaded guilty in federal court in Tacoma to violating the Lacey Act. In pleading guilty, Trager admitted he and Mayhem Services violated the Migratory Bird Treaty Act
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As coastal communities in Texas increasingly turn to desalination of both brackish groundwater and saline surface water to meet growing freshwater demands, CCA Texas supports responsible, science-based practices that protect the health of our state’s coastal ecosystems, fisheries, and water
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The Texas Parks and Wildlife Commission is considering several important regulatory changes and policy actions at its upcoming meeting. These proposals are required or authorized by recent legislation passed during the 88th Texas Legislature and affect wildlife management practices including
Comment On Aerial Aoudad Gunning & More Read More »
With dove season just around the corner, it’s time to gear up and if you’re still using the same old vest or bird belt, you’re missing out on one of the best pieces of upland gear on the market. For
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A powerful real-life story of awe, science, mystery, and a childhood dream realized. Once thought mythical in Texas waters, great white sharks are now confirmed hunters in the Gulf of Mexico. Follow the epic journey of LeeBeth, a satellite-tagged apex
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Hunters now have new opportunities and scenery to experience this fall through Texas Parks and Wildlife Department’s (TPWD) drawn hunt permits program. Through this program, hunters are issued permits for drawn hunts on both public and private lands throughout Texas.
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Across rural pastures and quiet counties, a disturbing pattern is emerging—horses found shot, mutilated, or poisoned with no clear motive and even fewer suspects. From Texas to Nevada, these brutal killings are leaving communities shaken and authorities baffled. Listen and
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This Saturday July 19 marks a powerful moment for shark lovers, conservationists, and curious coastal Texans. The much-anticipated documentary Gulf Great White Sharks: Return of an Icon officially launches online July 19—but this weekend, excitement comes ashore with a special
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As the Texas sun beats down in mid-summer, serious hunters know this is the time to start getting ready for fall hunting season. Whether you’re chasing whitetail deer in the Hill Country, doves in South Texas, or feral hogs across
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In the warm, salt-laced currents of the Gulf of Mexico, a surprising predator slinks silently among rocks and reefs—the moray eel. Though typically associated with tropical coral environments, several species of moray eels make their home in Texas coastal waters.
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