Three Texas State Parks Add Solar Energy Through Green Mountain Energy Partnership

Three Texas State Parks Add Solar Energy Through Green Mountain Energy Partnership

Sustainability partnership between the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department and Green Mountain Energy brings 67 kilowatts of renewable energy to parks across Texas. GLEN ROSE…

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TPWD Finalizes 2019-20 Migratory Game Bird Seasons

TPWD Finalizes 2019-20 Migratory Game Bird Seasons

AUSTIN – Texas wingshooters can begin marking their calendars for the 2019-20 hunting seasons, with minimal changes over last year’s schedule. The only change from…

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Outdoor Heritage Day at Zilker Park with the TPWD Buffalo Soldiers April 27

Outdoor Heritage Day at Zilker Park with the TPWD Buffalo Soldiers April 27

AUSTIN— Learn the unique history of the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department’s Buffalo Soldiers program during the Outdoor Heritage Day at Zilker Park from 10…

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Buffalo Soldiers Host Volunteer Training and Orientation Course April 20

Buffalo Soldiers Host Volunteer Training and Orientation Course April 20

AUSTIN— The Texas Parks and Wildlife Department’s Buffalo Soldier program will be hosting a volunteer training and orientation course this Saturday in Austin. The training…

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Hop into a Texas State Park for Easter Fun This Spring

Hop into a Texas State Park for Easter Fun This Spring

AUSTIN— From Easter egg hunts to egg coloring, Texas State Parks are hopping with unique Easter programs for the whole family to enjoy. Families planning…

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Catfish Stocking Returns to Neighborhood Fishin’ Lakes in Texas

Catfish Stocking Returns to Neighborhood Fishin’ Lakes in Texas

AUSTIN –  With the grass growing and wildflowers blooming, it’s time to kick off one of Texas’ best spring traditions – fishing for catfish! Thanks…

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Battle of San Jacinto Commemorative Ceremony Cancelled

Battle of San Jacinto Commemorative Ceremony Cancelled

Update:On Saturday, April 20, the San Jacinto Battleground will partner with the Alamo to present a full-day of living history demonstrations and activities to celebrate…

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Celebrate Easter at the Sauer-Beckmann Living History Farm in Stonewall April 20

Celebrate Easter at the Sauer-Beckmann Living History Farm in Stonewall April 20

STONEWALL – Visit the Sauer-Beckmann Living History Farm, part of the Lyndon B. Johnson State Park and Historic Site, this Easter weekend to learn how…

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Game Warden Field Notes

Game Warden Field Notes

The following items are compiled from recent Texas Parks and Wildlife Department law enforcement reports. Not Buying That Story A game warden got a call…

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CWD Sampling Effort Leads to Proposed Containment Zone Expansion

CWD Sampling Effort Leads to Proposed Containment Zone Expansion

AUSTIN – Texas remains vigilant in monitoring and testing for chronic wasting disease, with no reported spread beyond existing containment zones over the last 12…

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