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Pounding Slot Reds on Piers
There are lots of tricks for catching puppy drum, but when it comes to catching them around piers some very specific tactics are in order. Ready to hook into more redfish? These tips will help make it happen. This pretty puppy was pulled out from under that pier. Don’t just cast near the pier, cast
A Look At Bonefish & Tarpon Conservation
Here’s a look at some of the 2024 conservation work of the Bonefish & Tarpon Trust. Bonefish Spawning Site Research and Protection Following the groundbreaking discovery of a bonefish pre-spawning aggregation (PSA) in the Upper Keys in April of 2023, BTT continued to work with state and federal partners in 2024 to ensure that the
Arrests Made For Illegal Nilgai Hunts
Texas Game Wardens arrested a local hunting outfitter and two others for illegally guiding nilgai hunts on private property. The suspects used airboats and thermal optics to take clients on hunts for the exotic animals, operating a sophisticated scheme and profiting from illegal activity. The individuals have been charged with hunting exotic animals without landowner consent, theft of
Sharelunker Program Enjoyed Record-Breaking Season
The 2024 Toyota ShareLunker season reached new heights thanks to 371 anglers who entered a record 689 lunker largemouth bass into the program throughout the year from 89 Texas public waterbodies. The total included 467 in the Bass Pro Shops Lunker Class (weighing between eight to 9.99 pounds or at least 24 inches), 190 Strike
Crab Trap Removal Dates Set
For the past 23 years in February, countless volunteers band together to search the Texas coastline for abandoned crab traps. The abandoned traps foul shrimpers’ nets, snag anglers’ lines, ghost fish (when lost or abandoned fishing gear, such as nets, traps and pots continue to catch and kill marine life) and create unsightly views. To
Wardens Recognized By TPWD Commission
Two Texas Game Wardens were recognized during January’s Texas Parks and Wildlife Commission meeting for their contributions and efforts in supporting the agency’s mission. “Kirk Clendening and Jamal Allen represent the teamwork, integrity and professionalism that define Texas Game Wardens,” said Col. Ronald VanderRoest, TPWD Law Enforcement Director. “Their contributions to conservation law enforcement, leadership within their
Artificial Intelligence in Boats and Fishing? Really?
This whole AI thing is a little much for many of us, especially anglers who fish to unplug, not to get more “screen time.” That said, it’s also basically unavoidable. And today, that even means on our boats and when we go fishing. Wait a sec – could that actually be a good thing? It’s
TPWD Commission Adopts Oyster Regulation Changes
During its Jan. 23 meeting, the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department (TPWD) Commission approved changes to the oyster regulation Certificate of Location (COL) program rules. The approved rule revisions allow the use of the COL program for oyster regulation and reef restoration as well as harvesting, and includes: Mirroring Parks and Wildlife Code changes that
More Than 2,000 Acres Added Near Colorado Bend State Park
Texas Parks and Wildlife Department (TPWD) laid the groundwork for a new state park in Central Texas with the purchase of 2,020 acres in Burnet County. The property includes two miles along the Colorado River and is located across the river from Colorado Bend State Park. Its purchase solidifies phase one of a potential two-phase
So What Did the Freeze To To Texas Coastal Fisheries?
The recent winter freeze along the Texas coast has prompted widespread monitoring of fish populations. So far, reports suggest that fish kills have been relatively limited compared to previous events, though certain species have been affected to varying degrees. Tarpon from last week’s freeze. (Photo Courtesy Kills & Spills Team) Key Observations Species Impacted: Initial
Fishing Legends To Be Inducted Into TX Freshwater Fisheries Hall of Fame
The Texas Freshwater Fishing Hall of Fame announces two inductees to its class of 2025 — Ann Thomasson-Wilson of Jasper, Texas and Rick Clunn of Ava, Missouri. Thomasson-Wilson is a two-time bass fishing World Champion, fishing tackle innovator and owner of Ann’s Tackle Shop which she opened in 1986. Clunn is a member of the Bass Fishing
Trustee Group Seeks Comment On Habitat Projects
The Texas Trustee Implementation Group for the Deepwater Horizon oil spill seeks public input on the recently released Draft Restoration Plan/Environmental Assessment #3: Restoration of Wetlands, Coastal and Nearshore Habitats (Draft Plan). In addition, the group solicits public comment on extending the Texas portion of the Sea Turtle Early Restoration project. The draft plan focuses on revitalizing
