Texas Fish & Game

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April 29, 2020

He Killed A Polar Bear With A Recurve!

The polar bear is one of the most dangerous animals on the planet. That’s what makes this story on Chester Moore’s “Higher Calling” podcast so unique. Learn how Canadian outfitter Scott Smith bagged a polar bear […]
April 23, 2020

Major Beach Fishing Areas Reopened

Beach areas in the unincorporated areas (Bolivar Peninsula) of Galveston County have been reopened. The beaches will continue to be heavily patrolled by law enforcement to ensure social distancing requirements are being adhered to. The unincorporated […]
April 22, 2020

Fishing, Hunting Could Expand

Continuing the Trump Administration’s significant efforts to increase recreational access on public lands, U.S. Secretary of the Interior David L. Bernhardt announced today a historic proposal for new and expanded hunting and fishing opportunities across more […]
April 20, 2020

In Search Of A Mysterious Turkey

Turkey hunters are familiar with the “Grand Slam” which is the quest to take the eastern, Osceola, Rio Grande, and Merriam’s turkeys. Did you know there was a fifth turkey subspecies in the United States? This […]
April 20, 2020

Texas State Parks Begin Reopening

Texas State Parks will begin reopening for day use on Monday, April 20. All state parks that can reopen will be open for day use only. Advanced day-use reservations are required. Reservations will be taken starting […]
April 15, 2020

A 658 Pound Boar-Is Hogzilla Out There?

Hogzilla. That is the name bestowed upon a huge hog killed in 2004 by Chris Griffin on Ken Holyoak’s hunting preserve. As the story goes, the hog was 12 feet long and weighed 1,000 pounds. This […]
April 15, 2020

Where is Texas’ most remote location? US most remote spot?

What is the most remote location in Texas? The answer will probably surprise you. Have you ever wondered what is the most remote spot in the United States? Well, if you have you will want to […]
April 14, 2020

Refuge Hunting Expanded by 2.3 Million Acres

The National Rifle Association on Wednesday applauded U.S. Secretary of the Interior David Bernhardt and U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service Director Aurelia Skipwith’s proposal to expand hunting and fishing opportunities nationwide by 2.3 million acres. This […]
April 13, 2020

Social Distancing With A Native Trout Slam

Join Chester Moore as he talks with Brett Prettyman, Communication Director for Trout Unlimited’s Science, Western Water & Habitat and Headwaters programs. Learn about the four native trout species in Utah, the thrill of pursuing them […]
April 9, 2020

Gulf Red Snapper Season Set

AUSTIN- The private recreational angler red snapper season opens Monday, June 1, 2020 for a projected 63-days in federal waters. Red snapper fishing is open year around in state waters. The season length is based on […]