Deep in Jefferson County, Texas, something exciting is happening. The J.D. Murphree Wildlife Management Area (WMA), a sprawling 24,250-acre tapestry of fresh, intermediate, and brackish marshes near Port Arthur, is getting the restoration it desperately needs. These aren’t just any
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Deer hunters have you experienced the “October lull”? You know when deer activity halts to a screech. TF&G Hunting Editor Lou Marullo has a unique look at this phenomenon that could explain why we get so frustrated. Archery Season Forecast
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The archery-only season for whitetail deer opens Saturday, and that means thousands of Texas bowhunters will take to the field across the state to get an early crack at the state’s most popular game animal. This early season is always
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The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service is extending the Voluntary Lead-Free Hunting Ammunition Incentive Program for the 2025-2026 hunting season in the National Wildlife Refuge System. The decision follows a successful pilot program and survey results indicating that hunters are more likely
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Texas Parks and Wildlife Department’s (TPWD) Community Archery Program is partnering with Inks Lake State Park in Burnet and numerous partners Oct. 11 to help the public “Explore Bowhunting”. With the help of TPWD Game Wardens, Operation Game Thief, Texas
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Whitetail deer hunters heading to blinds for the archery-only season should experience another great opener this year. Bucks during this time of year gather in bachelor groups and provide plenty of hunting opportunities before the rut kicks off. Texas began
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The 2025-26 hunting season has kicked off with a great start to dove season for hunters across the state. However, hunters should be aware of changes before entering the field. Expanded Digital License Options Starting this season, hunters have new
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Flambeau has done it again. This company has proven to be one of the top companies for innovations for the outdoorsman. Their new hard shell Formula Bow Case is no exception. It has many features that have never been seen
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Duck numbers are steady, but a sharp decrease in the number of May ponds casts serious concern about the strength of the upcoming fall flight. The breeding population of ducks in the Traditional Survey Area was estimated at 33.98 million which is just
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Hunting greater numbers of male deer can slow the spread of chronic wasting disease -CWD- according to a new study by the U.S. Geological Survey and the Wyoming Game and Fish Department. Chronic wasting disease is caused by a misfolded protein
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As Texans get ready for the opening of teal hunting season on Sept. 20, the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department (TPWD) urges boaters, paddlers and waterfowl hunters to do their part to protect Texas lakes from aquatic invasive species. “While
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Despite early weather challenges, Texas dove hunters can look forward to a strong 2025 season. Spring population surveys conducted by Texas Parks and Wildlife Department (TPWD) staff found mourning dove numbers continue to trend near historic highs. Combined with strong
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Texas Parks and Wildlife Department (TPWD) has added bonuses for winners as it opens entries for this year’s Big Time Texas Hunts, offering some of the best hunting opportunities on Texas private ranches and public lands. This year, for the first
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For hunters tired of devices losing charge during long sits, Texas Hunter presents the Universal Power Shelf, a versatile charging solution designed to fit almost any blind. This compact unit includes: Dual USB ports for multiple device charging Integrated green
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Locked on Target: Red Dot Sights Hunters Swear By Stillness is something all hunters are aware of. The forest is calm, a slowing down of breathing, and you are focused on the animal before you. During this unstable time, there
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Asher Watkins, 52, a Texas ranch broker and prominent big-game hunter, was fatally gored by a Cape buffalo during a guided safari in South Africa’s Limpopo Province. The fatal incident occurred on August 3 while Watkins was tracking the animal
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Dove season feels like fall officially arriving in Texasb ut true success starts long before opening day. This year, gear innovations, especially the revamped 2025 Ultimate Bird Vest from Dove Gear—make staying light, organized, and compliant easier than ever. If
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The axis deer may be the most beautiful deer species on the planet. Known as “chital” in its native India, axis are the number one prey species of Bengal tiger and they are the number one free-ranging exotic in the
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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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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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