Texas recorded a new all-time low number of hunting-related accidents across the state, according to the 2023 Texas Hunting Accident Report. A new record low of 10 non-fatal hunting-related accidents and one fatality were reported in 2023. Texas’ highest record […]
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With the early spring green-up and mild winter weather, spring wild turkey season is shaping up to be very productive for hunters. Most of Texas experienced a bump in production and recruitment in 2023 following fall 2022, which had lots
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Getting Physical on the Water and in the Field Feature Story by PAUL FUZINSKI LISTEN: (3 minutes, 32 seconds) THE PHYSICAL DEMANDS of both hunting and fishing always catch up to us, most often when we are in the middle
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What to Do When Your Pistol Optic Fails LISTEN: (3 minutes, 14 seconds) LOVE IT OR HATE IT, pistol mounted optics are more mainstream than ever. In fact, it would be absurd for a modern handgun manufacturer to introduce
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Fred Bear is the most iconic and impactful bowhunter of all time. His legacy of innovation and promoting the sport still resonates today. And in a very special edition of Higher Calling Wildlife, Chester Moore has a very in-depth and
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When considering purchasing a rifle for hunting, target shooting, or personal defense, it’s crucial to evaluate various features to make an informed decision. With many available options, understanding what aspects to prioritize can streamline the selection process and lead to
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The Texas Parks and Wildlife Department (TPWD) Community Archery Program is joining forces with Brazos Bend State Park on Feb. 24 to help the public “Explore Bowhunting.” The event gives participants an opportunity to learn more about hunting with a bow ahead
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A unique and exciting hunting subculture has grown in popularity in recent years. In predator hunting, the predator becomes the prey, and the hunter becomes the hunted. Eager predator hunters hide under the veil of night and patiently eliminate these
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The National Veterinary Service Laboratories (NVSL) in Ames, Iowa recently notified Texas Parks and Wildlife Department (TPWD) that additional testing at their facility did not confirm a suspect-positive case of Chronic Wasting Disease (CWD) in a 14-month-old captive male white-tailed
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For two years, Trust In Beef has been working to empower beef producers on their sustainability journeys by leveraging the power of Farm Journal’s Trust In Food and Drovers brands with the ingenuity and innovation of private-sector and non-profit partners. Ducks Unlimited
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U.S. Customs and Border Protection agriculture specialists this weekend intercepted whitetail trophy deer hides infested with a total of 21 ticks at the Colombia-Solidarity Bridge. “As the deer hunting season in Mexico starts to draw to a close, our frontline
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The Hunt Within, the latest documentary from award-winning filmmaker and TF&G columnist Paul Fuzinski offers an in-depth and reflective look at the pursuit of hunting and its impact on wildlife conservation. “My journey as a hunter has been one of
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From research focused on the cause of declining elk numbers to projects aimed at enhancing wildlife habitat and supporting hunting heritage, the Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation and its conservation partners supplied $2,176,597 to Colorado. The grant funding benefits elk, mule
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The records department of the Boone and Crockett Club recently received a musk ox entry, and if confirmed by a judges panel, it will be crowned the new world’s record. The recent entry was killed by Aron F. Wark on
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Ever seen a massive buck during the season that still had its velvet? Sometimes these are called cactus bucks and they have an interesting history. According to the Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife, cactus bucks are male deer with
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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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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 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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Late season whitetail hunting is a challenging yet rewarding pursuit for seasoned hunters. As winter settles in and the rut fades, whitetail deer alter their behavior, making them more predictable in some ways but also more elusive in others. Remember,
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