The wild turkey decline isn’t limited to the boundaries of a state; it is a complex issue that is happening on a larger scale. Likewise, other conservation issues don’t end where a new state begins – forests, waterways and wildlife
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There are few things more fun than catching a mess of bluegill, longear sunfish or other hard-fighting, good-tasting fish that fall under the category of “panfish”. Texans typically call them all “perch”. Pursuing them on a flyrod is fun at
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Need to set up a new stand? How close should you set up your stand in relation to rubs and scrapes? Check out this great instructional piece for the National Deer Association.
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It was a banner night for the Bass Fishing Hall of Fame. With more than 275 people gathered inside the White River Conference Center, including Bass Pro Shops founder Johnny Morris, the Hall of Fame on September 28th enshrined three new members
Bass Fishing Hall of Fame Celebrates 2023 Inductees Read More »
We published a story recently on sightings of tiny adult whitetails. It began with Editor-In-Chief Chester Moore’s family accounts of tiny bucks in San Saba County. His father and uncle saw them in the 1970s. Reader Dusty Brown shared his
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Hen Houses are the most cost-effective tool to increase mallard production. Targeted to areas of the highest mallard breeding density, Delta Waterfowl Hen Houses consistently boost nest success to more than 60 percent. In areas where ground-nesting mallards typically achieve
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Many anglers dream of catching a Goliath grouper. TF&G contributor Capt. Derek York did that and got to talk about it with TF&G columnist Paul Fuzinski. Here’s their exciting story. Also check out Paul’s new documentary Flying Upstream.
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You’ve got more fishing gear than a pro shop and it’s time to get organized! Don’t let your prized rods and tackle become a tangled mess in the shed. We’ll show you five foolproof ways to sort, store, and maintain
5 Ways to Organize Your Fishing Gear Read More »
Anglers are reminded that closures to the flounder fishery in multiple fisheries are coming soon. First up is Louisiana. An annual closed season for the recreational and commercial harvest of Southern Flounder from October 15 through November 30 of each
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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
Duck Stamp Modernization Act Passes House Read More »
Ever considered hunting dogs on big water in a layout boat? The open water of bays and reservoirs poses special challenges. This video will help you master this type of hunting.
Top Tips On Layout Boat Hunting Read More »
Project Healing Waters Fly Fishing, Inc. (PHW) program in Georgetown, Texas has been re-established. This dynamic program will serve to provide physical and emotional recovery and rehabilitation to the area’s Veterans and active duty military service members in-need. The PHW
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The National Bison Association encourages consumers to claim bison as their earth-friendly, regenerative protein choice. Why? Because bison are “Regenerative by Nature”. ™ This is exemplified by the results of Kansas State University’s recently published findings of over 30 years
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The Wildlife and Fisheries Commission has passed a Notice of Intent (NOI) to amend rules to the menhaden fishery regarding the buffer zone and spill reporting. (Editor’s Note: The pogy/menhaden fishery is linked to large bykill events of redfish, tarpon
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Texas Parks & Wildlife Department officials have issued new updates on fish-killing red tides. October 4-6, 2023 For questions and information about the human health effects of red tide, please contact your local health department. Upper Coast (Galveston Bay and
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As part of ongoing efforts to conserve the endangered black-footed ferret, the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, coordinating with multiple Native American Tribes and the Arizona Game and Fish Department, finalized a rule expanding the reintroduction of experimental populations of
Black Footed Ferret Restoration Moves Forward Read More »
What a crazy ride for Texas fishing in 2023! What started out as a normal summer quickly transformed into a blast furnace of unfavorable conditions all along the coast, and anglers were challenged to adapt. Nevertheless, the 2023 CCA Texas
A Letter From the Texas STAR Tournament Director Read More »
A National Wildlife Federation survey found that most people (72 percent) know that fallen leaves and leaf layers are beneficial to wildlife and biodiversity, yet only 25 percent are leaving their leaves where they fall. Thankfully, 82 percent of people
Leaving Leaves Can Benefit Wildlife Read More »
Ducks Unlimited and the University of Texas at El Paso are looking for waterfowl hunters to actively participate in a duck research effort to help conservation groups better understand the genetic makeup of birds across the country. The new duckDNA
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Flooding is the most frequent severe-weather related threat and the costliest natural disaster in the United States. To improve flood warning communication and help emergency managers prepare for and respond to flooding, the National Weather Service (NWS) has begun to
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