Stop! Wait! Don’t do it! If you recognize any of these three fishing gear blunders, make sure you avoid them henceforth. Otherwise, your treasured tackle will need replacement long before it’s expected lifespan should have ended. Leaving the drag cranked
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The Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries (LDWF) will conduct three public hearings in January to receive public input for the Louisiana black bear hunting season notice of intent (NOI) passed by the Louisiana Wildlife and Fisheries Commission in November. The
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Texas Parks and Wildlife Department (TPWD) is seeking proposals from public or private entities to construct nature-based carbon sequestration or other similar ecosystem services on TPWD properties. HB4018, passed in the 88th Legislative Session and effective Sept. 1, allows TPWD
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New Year’s Day arrives on Monday and with it comes the kickoff of the 38th Toyota ShareLunker season. Anglers from across Texas and the nation will cast their lines in anticipation of landing a Legacy Lunker largemouth bass (13-plus pounds)
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Cougars are one of the most controversial animals in North America. Whether it’s their depredation on mule deer, whitetails and other game animals or whether there are breeding populations easf of Texas, some debate always follows the species. Perhaps the
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Recently I was offshore trolling for tuna and billfish, when a close call reminded me how important safety is when you’re battling big fish with stand-up gear. After a drag-screaming strike a teenage angler grabbed the rod, planted it into
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Few forms of fishing are as exciting as topwater action, and watching a fish blow up as you walk the dog or pop a popper provides a shot of adrenaline that other strikes just can’t match. Fishing topwater is, however,
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After coordinating with landowners in West Feliciana Parish, the Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries (LDWF) had a successful woodcock banding night on Dec. 12 with 78 birds banded! Woodcock begin arriving in Louisiana from their northern breeding grounds in
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The Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation allocated $250,000 to advance research associated with mapping more western wildlife migration routes for elk, mule deer, moose, pronghorn antelope and other wildlife. “By working with state and tribal wildlife agencies, we are producing detailed
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The Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service and Texas A&M AgriLife Research will host the “Overcoming Barriers to Expanding Aquaculture in Texas” workshop on Jan. 22-14 in Corpus Christi. People will be able to learn about the latest issues and topics affecting the aquaculture industry
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NOAA Fisheries is implementing an emergency regulation to reduce the commercial harvest rate of Gulf of Mexico (Gulf) greater amberjack. The Gulf of Mexico Fishery Management Council (Council) requested NOAA Fisheries take emergency action while a Framework Action to modify
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Delta Waterfowl applauds passage of the Duck Stamp Modernization Act (H.R. 2872) by the U.S. House of Representatives on Wednesday, Sept. 20, 2023. The bill provides U.S. waterfowlers with the flexibility of possessing a physical Duck Stamp or an electronic
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The Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries (LDWF) has updated the licensing system to allow individuals to renew their licenses before expiration. Previously, license holders had to wait until their license expired before repurchasing it. Once you renew your license,
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The National Fish and Wildlife Foundation (NFWF) has awarded Bonefish & Tarpon Trust a $250,000 grant to restore degraded coastal habitat in Southwest Florida. The NFWF grant will provide funding for the final design and permitting of two mangrove restoration
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The wood duck is arguably the most beautiful of all waterfowl. Revered by hunters and sought after by wildlife photographers, they command respect and inspire admiration. Let’s take a look at a duck common in Texas and the South. Appearance
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Texas is known for its exotic hunting opportunities. Among in the know exotic hunters, the most prized animals are the gorgeous axis deer and the nilgai. Both are wary and hard to hunt and both have absolutely delicious meat. Here’s
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Winter in Texas is a unique time for anglers. While many may hang up their rods and wait for the warmer months, those in the know understand the state has great catfish opportunities. Here’s a look at five lakes where
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