Whitetail movement increasing after cold fronts is a commonly held belief among hunters. But according to Ken Swenson of Swenson Whitetail Ranch, he sees something different. He raised trophy whitetails for years and had some interesting observations. “Our deer absolutely increased their eating
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The Texas Parks and Wildlife Department (TPWD) encourages hunters to take responsible action in their critical role in protecting waterfowl habitats and the lakes we love from the spread of aquatic invasive species like giant salvinia and zebra mussels. Hunters
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The Texas Parks and Wildlife Department (TPWD) announces the winners of this year’s Big Time Texas Hunts (BTTH). TPWD has notified the 14 winners of their random selection from the pool of 154,032 entries, which raised more than $1.39 million to support wildlife research,
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Drought-quenching spring rains and productive habitats have led biologists to predict another year of plentiful opportunities for hunters to fill their bellies and freezers with their harvests. “The expectation of another bountiful year of hunting opportunities is great news for
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The Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation (RMEF) strongly opposes a reckless ballot initiative that undermines scientific wildlife management, hampers the ability of Colorado Parks and Wildlife (CPW) to balance predator and prey species, and endangers public safety. Proposition 127 will appear
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Quail hunting season in Texas kicks off Oct. 26, and the annual Texas Parks and Wildlife Department (TPWD) roadside survey indicates an upward trend in population numbers. Improved habitat and scattered but timely rainfall provided a boost for bobwhite and
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Increased duck numbers and steady rains provide optimism for Texas waterfowl hunters gearing up for the start of the new season. Texas Parks and Wildlife Department (TPWD) biologists indicated that the May population survey yielded positive results for the first
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The Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries (LDWF) Louisiana Black Bear Hunting Lottery concluded Sept. 25 with 973 total applications and 814 individual applicants entering. Ten applicants have been drawn for the lottery and LDWF is in the process of
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A key swath of wildlife habitat under imminent threat of development a mere 15 miles east of Salt Lake City is now protected and in public hands thanks to a joint effort by the Utah Division of Wildlife Resources (DWR)
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If you purchase an Electronic Federal Duck Stamp through the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department (TPWD) license system, you are no longer required to have the physical stamp signed and attached to your license. The e-Duck Stamp on your license is
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Texas’ 2024 archery-only hunting season for white-tailed deer, wild turkey and mule deer has kicked off and will run through Nov. 1. Before Texans start filling their freezers, Texas Game Wardens have some tips for hunters to keep in mind before
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Good news for hunters! Texas Parks and Wildlife Department (TPWD) biologists anticipate an exceptional white-tailed deer season this fall. The 2024-25 archery-only season kicks off Sept. 28 and hunters should expect to have good harvest numbers and opportunities for quality
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Duck numbers are up, and wetland habitat conditions have improved over important portions of the key prairie pothole region. The breeding population of ducks was estimated at 33.99 million, a 5% increase over last year, according to the 2024 Waterfowl
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The Nilgai Antelope is one of the most sought-after exotic species in Texas. According to the Texas Parks & Wildlife Department, nilgai are native to Pakistan and India, and they are truly unique animals. “Male nilgai stand between 48 to
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Teal hunting season opens Sept. 14, and with wet conditions prevailing in many areas of Texas, hunters will have ample opportunities to harvest birds. Habitat conditions across much of the state are currently above average to excellent. In East Texas,
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Early Teal Season Need To Know Info Season Dates and Locations The statewide Teal Only Season is scheduled from September 14 to September 29, 2024. Hunters across all counties in Texas can participate in this season. It’s important to check
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Paul Fuzinski welcomes Brant MacDuff, the author of The Shotgun Conservationist, for an engaging conversation that challenges common misconceptions about hunting and its role in conservation. Brant, who began his journey into hunting later in life, shares his insights into
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Colorado is at the center of a heated debate over wildlife management, sparked by Initiative 91 (this number will change once the ballot is certified). This initiative, seeking to ban the hunting of large cats, including mountain lions, bobcats, and
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The Louisiana Black Bear Hunting Lottery will open to state hunters beginning Aug. 29 and run through Sept. 25, the Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries (LDWF) announced. The bear hunt, administered by LDWF, will be confined to Bear Management
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