Texas Outdoors News
Texas Parks and Wildlife Department News Releases
Our mission is to manage and conserve the natural and cultural resources of Texas and to provide hunting, fishing and outdoor recreation opportunities for the use and enjoyment of present and future generations.
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06-10 | More Than 150 Species of Greatest Conservation Need Documented in Texas During the 10th Annual City Nature Challenge
AUSTIN -- For the fourth year in a row, several Texas cities ranked in the top ten globally during the City Nature Challenge (CNC), one of the world's largest community science events.
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06-06 | Trailway Reconnected: Bridge Restoration Reopens Full Length of Lake Mineral Wells State Park Trailway
MINERAL WELLS - After a lengthy closure, the full 20-mile stretch of Lake Mineral Wells State Park Trailway is officially open to the public thanks to the completion of a major bridge repair between FM 1195 and the National Vietnam War Museum.
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06-05 | Texas Game Wardens Report Record BWI Arrests, Multiple Rescues Over Memorial Day Weekend
AUSTIN - Texas Game Wardens were out in force over Memorial Day weekend, focusing on boating and public safety across the state. The ramped-up patrols included:
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06-04 | Free Fishing Day in Texas Slated for June 7
AUSTIN - The annual Texas tradition of Free Fishing Day is back this Saturday, June 7, at public waterways across the state. Each year on the first Saturday in June, Texans and out-of-state visitors can fish on any public waterway in the state without a fishing license.
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06-04 | El Día de Pesca Gratis en Texas programado para el 7 de junio
AUSTIN - La tradición anual de Texas del Día de Pesca Gratis está de regreso este sábado, 7 de junio, en las vías fluviales públicas de todo el estado. Cada año, el primer sábado de junio, los texanos y los visitantes de fuera del estado pueden pescar en cualquier cuerpo...
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06-04 | Texas Parks and Wildlife Adds Three Properties to Public Hunting Offerings
AUSTIN -- With the addition of three new properties, Texas' 2025-26 hunting season will offer more public hunting opportunities through Texas Parks and Wildlife Department's (TPWD) Public Hunting Program.
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06-03 | Governor Abbott Names Foster Chair, Appoints McCall to Texas Parks and Wildlife Commission
AUSTIN-- Governor Greg Abbott announced the appointment of Paul Foster as the chair of the Texas Parks and Wildlife Commission. Additionally, John A. McCall Jr. O.D. was appointed to the commission for a term set to expire Feb. 1, 2031.
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06-02 | 67th Texas Game Warden, Texas State Park Police Class Completes Training, Begins Service Across Texas
AUSTIN -Texas Parks and Wildlife Department (TPWD) graduated the 67th Texas Game Warden and Texas State Parks Police cadet class May 30 at Bannockburn Baptist Church in Austin.
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05-28 | Texas Game Wardens, Grapevine Police Department Make Arrests for Fatal Hit and Run Over Memorial Day Weekend
GRAPEVINE -- On May 27, Texas Game Wardens, Grapevine Police Department and Homeland Security Investigations arrested two individuals believed to be involved in the fatal hit and run boat collision on the evening of May 25 at Grapevine Lake.
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05-28 | Los Guardianes de Vida Silvestre de Texas y el Departamento de Policía de Grapevine Realizan Arrestos por Choque Mortal con Fuga Durante el Fin de Semana de Memorial Day
GRAPEVINE -- El 27 de mayo, los Guardianes de Vida Silvestre de Texas, el Departamento de Policía de Grapevine y el Departamento de Investigaciones de Seguridad Nacional arrestaron a dos personas que se cree están involucradas en una colisión fatal entre una embarcación y un kayak con fuga ocurrida la...
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05-27 | Official Media Advisory: Texas Game Wardens, Grapevine Police Department Holding Press Conference About Fatal Hit and Run
GRAPEVINE-- Texas Game Wardens and Grapevine Police Department will be holding a press conference and provide an opportunity for interviews regarding the fatal water-related accident of Ava Moore, 18, on May 25.
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05-27 | Official Media Statement: Texas Game Wardens, Grapevine Police Department Investigate Fatality, Hit and Run
May 27, 1:20 p.m. -- Texas Game Wardens and the Grapevine Police Department have Daikerlyn Alejandra Gonzalez Gonzalez, the suspect tied to the death of Ava Moore in custody. We are thankful for the help of fellow law enforcement officers from the Texas Attorney General's Office, the Texas Department of...
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05-23 | Daniel Kunz Named James "Randy" Fugate Memorial Wildlife Division Professional of the Year
AUSTIN -- Daniel Kunz, a senior biologist in South Texas, is the 2025 recipient of the James "Randy" Fugate Memorial Wildlife Division Professional of the Year Award.
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05-23 | Iconic Indian Lodge Reopens After Remodel
FORT DAVIS-- The historic Indian Lodge, nestled within Davis Mountains State Park, has completed its extensive remodel and is now open for reservation. This historic and treasured West Texas retreat was built by the Civilian Conservation Corps (CCC) in the 1930s and features white adobe walls and southwestern charm.
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05-22 | Texas Parks and Wildlife Department Awards $6.8 Million in Recreational Trails Grants to Texas Communities
AUSTIN-- During Thursday's meeting, the Texas Parks and Wildlife Commission approved more than $6.8 million in grants, funding 24 trail construction and maintenance projects across the state.
