The Fourth of July holiday provides numerous opportunities for Texans throughout the state to enjoy the summer sun on the water. During the holiday festivities, Texas Parks and Wildlife Department (TPWD) urges boaters and paddlers to do their part to […]
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There’s something special about watching a bass explode on a lure in brackish water. It’s not the same as your average freshwater strike. These bass are tidal-hardened, salt-licked, and aggressive. If you want to get in on the action along
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A 2024 study on bycatch in the industrial Gulf menhaden fishery indicates that approximately 22,000 breeding-size redfish, tens of millions of non-target forage fish, and scores of other species were killed by the industry off Louisiana’s coast last season. The study findings, presented
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Offshore fishing along the Texas Gulf Coast offers excellent opportunities to catch a variety of hard-fighting, great-eating species like red snapper, king mackerel, ling (cobia), and sharks. With warm summer water and long weather windows, now is the time to
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When summer temperatures climb in Texas, many anglers pack it in and wait for cooler days. But for those in the know, the hot months offer prime opportunities to catch speckled trout—especially when using live shrimp. Specks, also known as
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Bold, beautiful, and built for adventure— the FisheWaters ¼ Zip Sunshirt delivers top-tier performance wrapped in vibrant, water‑inspired art. Crafted from an ultra–soft, cool‑touch blend of 87.5 % polyester and 12.5 % spandex, it’s engineered to stay breathable and moisture-wicking throughout long days on the
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In 2022, the Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries (LDWF) developed a public online component to expand its Wild Turkey Population Survey. In addition to increasing participation in the survey, the online component can also incorporate and track wild turkey
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Despite a viral social media post claiming otherwise, the tagged great white shark “LeeBeth” has not returned to Texas waters. According to tracking data, LeeBeth’s satellite tag stopped transmitting off the coast of Nova Scotia in October 2024, and no
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Of 545 available oyster licenses, Texas Parks and Wildlife Department (TPWD) received 115 commercial oyster boat license offers in round nine of its Oyster License Buyback Program, which, if all applicants participate, would represent a reduction by 21 percent of
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When it comes to catching Spanish mackerel, few types of lures are as effective as spoons. These fish love the flash, and love the high speeds most spoons can be worked at. Plus, when their sharp teeth chomp down on
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Few things can get a shoreline fishing fanatic more charged up than reeling in a bull redfish in the surf. Of course, this is easier said than done. You want to make it happen the next time you walk out
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The Texas Animal Health Commission (TAHC) and Texas Parks and Wildlife Department (TPWD) are forming a joint response team to coordinate efforts in combating New World screwworm (NWS) prior to its arrival in Texas, following a directive from Governor Greg
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For many of us the electric trolling motor at the bow has become a critical fishing tool. And while most of these are built great, like any propulsion system, glitches do arise. If your trolling motor has a common issue
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We all think of speckled trout as shallow water fish, and they usually are, but in the heat of summer sometimes going deep can be the ticket to success. Remember, “deep” is a relative term. For a speckled sea trout,
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Current Tides Current Weather Six Day Solunar Forecast: Monday, July 7 Sunrise: 5:22 AM | Sunset: 7:20 PM Moonrise: 4:57 PM | Moonset: 2:17 AM Moon Phase: Waxing Gibbous (92.4%) Major Activity: 8:36 AM–10:36 AM Minor Activity: 4:27 PM–5:27 PM
Maximizing Docking Efficiency: Essential Tips for Boat Owners Want to dock your boat like a pro without the stress? Every boat owner has been there. You’re approaching the dock, your heart rate is climbing, and you’re praying you don’t crash
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Every serious fly angler knows that fishing conditions change throughout the year. From scorching summer heat to bone-chilling winter mornings, the weather dictates not just fish behavior – but also what gear you need to stay comfortable and productive on the water.
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Enhancing Boating Safety: The Role of Sonar Technology Want to avoid becoming another boating accident statistic? Every year, boating accidents are on the rise. The Coast Guard just released data showing 556 boating fatalities in 2024 alone. Here’s the scary
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You say you want to catch only trophy-sized black drum, without lots of little fish getting in the way? These fish get rather huge, and if you want to target the mammoths among them, put these tips to good use.
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