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USDA Invests Huge Money Into Forest Management
The U.S. Department of Agriculture – USDA -announced awards of nearly $335 million to strengthen financial incentives for private forest landowners to manage their forests sustainably and to permanently conserve private forests in partnership with states. The funding was made possible thanks to investments from the Biden-Harris Administration’s Inflation Reduction Act. “Forests provide innumerable benefits
Billfish Database Added Gulf Oil Rigs
The Gulf of Mexico is home to some of the ocean’s most memorable billfish types, including sailfish, white fish, and blue shark. These magnificent creatures thrive in the region’s warm waters, making it a popular spot for anglers looking for the enjoyment of the catch. Beyond the excitement, however, the conservation of these apex predators
A Look At 2024 Waterfowl Conservation Victories
The time 2024 was effective for Delta Waterfowl as an institution, and the function that Delta’s plan team does on behalf of birds and bird hunters was no exception. Delta works tirelessly at every level of government to combat the dangers of duck hunting, promote new and expanded opportunities for sportspeople and women, struggle for
Bass Education Function to be Hosted by TFFC
A two-day training event co-hosted by Toyota ShareLunker program partner Bass University will be held at the Texas Freshwater Fisheries Center ( TFFC). The in-person event takes place Jan. 11-12 in the Hart-Morris Conference Center at TFFC. ” We’re thrilled to have our Toyota ShareLunker Program partner Bass University back at the Texas Freshwater Fisheries
Texas Bird To Be Removed From Endangered Listing
After careful evaluation of the best available scientific and commercial data, the U. S. Fish and Wildlife Service is announcing the completion of a five-year standing assessment for the golden-cheeked warbler- a Texas bird. The Secretary of the Interior is advised by the Service’s assessment to downlist the varieties from threatened to endangered under the
Cold-Warm Winter Weather Creates Fishing Opportunities
Winter temperature can be a spiral, swinging from comfortable, spring-like days to cloudy, coat-worthy mornings. Anglers have a unique opportunity to target a variety of species thanks to this yo-yo structure because fish react to changing circumstances. Whether you’re chasing guitar, flounder, or fish, understanding how fish conduct during these warm magic may set you
The White Buffalo And Yellowstone
In the latest episode of Higher Calling Wildlife®, we embark on a life-changing journey into the heart of Yellowstone National Park and the story of a white bison. [embedded content]Joined by kids from the Yellowstone area, we explored the Lamar Valley, photographed incredible wildlife, and shared stories of survival and recovery. From witnessing bison during
CWD Found In Free-Range Deer In Roberts County
Texas Parks and Wildlife Department (TPWD) received notification of a new case of Chronic Wasting Disease (CWD) in a free-range white-tailed deer in Roberts County, marking the first detection in the county. A hunter-harvested four-and-a-half-year-old male white-tailed deer tested positive using postmortem testing conducted as part of TPWD CWD surveillance efforts in the Panhandle. Texas
O.H. Ivie Produces First Sharelunker of 2025
It didn’t take long for the first Legacy Class largemouth bass of the 2025 Toyota ShareLunker collection season to land in an angler’s boat. It was also fitting that the fish came from O.H. Ivie, the reigning lake champion for each of the past four collection seasons. Brady Stanford of Millersview reeled in 13.13-pound ShareLunker 670 on
Feds Seize Monkeys At Brownsville Border Crossing
.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) officers at the Brownsville and Matamoros International Bridge intercepted three live monkeys in a vehicle in a single enforcement action. “Our CBP officers remain vigilant as they perform their duties to keep our borders secure and their diligence led them to the discovery of three live monkeys,” said Port
CCA-Texas Spends $1.24 Million On Conservation In 2024
CCA Texas’ Executive Board closed out 2024 by funding over $1.24 million for conservation efforts on the Texas coast. The ability to fund these important conservation efforts is directly attributed to the strength of our local chapters and their volunteer efforts. They stepped up in a BIG way to make a difference up and down
“Trails to Trout” Brings Rainbow Trout To Tyler Nature Center
Kick off the new year by introducing a kid to the Texas winter tradition of rainbow trout fishing. The Texas Parks and Wildlife Department’s (TPWD) “Trails to Trout” fishing day is scheduled Jan. 4 at the Tyler Nature Center. TPWD will stock 700 rainbow trout at the pond for kids and people of all ages
