The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service today announced over $1.3 billion in apportionments to support states, commonwealths and territories in their efforts to fund conservation and connect people with nature. This critical funding is generated by manufacturers who paid federal
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In January, Representatives Tracey Mann (KS-01) and Richard Hudson (NC-09) introduced H.R. 38, the Constitutional Concealed Carry Reciprocity Act, with support from over 120 House Republicans. The legislation seeks to establish nationwide reciprocity for concealed carry permits, allowing licensed gun
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The Texas Parks and Wildlife Department (TPWD) has designated Lake Nasworthy, near San Angelo, as “infested” with invasive zebra mussels. This designation signifies there is an established reproducing population present in the lake. TPWD confirmed the presence of zebra mussel
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With sea turtle nesting season beginning on the Texas coast, the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service is urging everyone using Texas beaches to do their part to help detect and protect threatened and endangered sea turtles on the beach. This
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While most head into the wilderness seeking solitude, sport, or scenery, a handful of hunters, hikers, and outdoorsmen have returned with chilling tales of something far more disturbing—secretive rituals and hooded people in the woods. Concerns include encountering Mexican organized
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Texas Parks and Wildlife Department is expanding digital license and tag options to all recreational hunting, fishing and combo license and tag types. TPWD introduced digital licensing and tagging in 2022 for harvested deer, turkey and oversized red drum. Options
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oday, forecasters from NOAA’s Climate Prediction Center — part of the National Weather Service — issued the 2025 U.S. Spring Outlook for temperature, precipitation, drought and flooding for the coming months. Forecasters predict above-average temperatures for the East and Gulf Coast regions,
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Texas State Representative Pat Curry has tabled House Bill 4938, a controversial proposal that would have dissolved the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department (TPWD) and reassigned its responsibilities to other agencies. As reported by KXXV News, Curry faced swift and
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In a move that’s sending shockwaves through Texas’ conservation and outdoor communities, House Bill 4938 has been introduced by Rep. Pat Curry (R-Waco) — a bill that would abolish the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department (TPWD) altogether. If passed, this
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For the 19th year, Texas Parks and Wildlife Department (TPWD) is hosting the state’s National Archery in the Schools Program (NASP®) tournament in Belton. The competition, March 25-26 at the Cadence Bank Expo Center, provides more than 5,000 students from
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Texas Parks and Wildlife Department (TPWD)’s Inland Fisheries Division stocked nearly 27 million fish comprising 17 different species, sub-species or hybrids in Texas public freshwaters during 2024. Roughly 7.9 million of these were stocked in rivers, ponds, and lakes associated
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In a move that has sparked widespread debate, Texas State Representative Pat Curry of Waco has introduced House Bill 4938, proposing the abolition of the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department (TPWD). The bill aims to redistribute TPWD’s responsibilities among other
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How To Plan The Ultimate Fishing Trip Like A Pro Fishing is an art form that requires preparation, skill, and a deep appreciation for nature. Whether you’re a seasoned angler or a beginner looking to dive into fishing, planning the
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Swamps are popular places for hunting, fishing and camping. Swamps are also a place where many crimes are committed and where many missing people simply vanished. In this captivating episode of the Dark Outdoors podcast, renowned author and adventurer Lyle
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Spring Breakers who waited until the last minute to plan an outdoor adventure, don’t fret; Texas State Parks still have day-use and overnight availability for anyone still looking for an outdoor adventure. “Spring is a special time to get outside,
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Gulf Great White Sharks, is committed to inspiring and educating children about the ocean and its incredible creatures. That’s why it’s partnering with Wild Wishes® to bring shark educational gift packages to children who are facing challenges such as depression,
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Texas Parks and Wildlife Department (TPWD) is taking public comment until March 26 on changes to digital licensing and tagging requirements. The proposed amendments would expand digital license and tag options to all recreational hunting, fishing, combo license and tag
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Texas Parks and Wildlife Department (TPWD) is partnering with Fishing’s Future and the George H.W. Bush Vamos A Pescar Education Fund to provide fishing education opportunities for families in Houston and the Rio Grande Valley.Fishing’s Future is a national angling educational
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WHITETAIL | Stephenville | Seven-year-old Henson Compton with his first buck, taken on a ranch near Stephenville owned by a family friend. Henson has been hunting with his dad and older brothers since he was four. AXIS DEER | Kendall
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Lake Conroe has long been celebrated as one of Texas’s premier big bass lakes, and for good reason. It’s a magnet for Houston-area anglers chasing trophy largemouth bass and other species, making this 21,000-acre reservoir iconic. As an outdoor writer
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