Catfish angling is back at Texas Parks and Wildlife Department ( TPWD ) Neighborhood Fishin’ lakes across the state now that spring has arrived. The system allows friends and families to catch fish close to home and take part in Texas ‘ tradition of outdoor entertainment.
On April 12, TPWD did begin stocking hundreds of fish at 18 Neighborhood Fishin’ lakes, including five in the Dallas-Fort Worth area, four in the Houston area, two each in Austin and San Antonio and one each in Amarillo, College Station, San Angelo, Waco and Wichita Falls.
“Neighborhood Fishin’ rivers are conveniently located in urban and suburban areas, but Texans don’t have to travel far to have a wonderful experience, ” said Marcos DeJesus, TPWD Inland Fisheries Division Region Three Director. For fish of all ages and levels of experience, catfish are enjoyable and simple to find. If you ’ve not fished earlier, these are the best places to get started. These are the ideal locations to offer fishing to a friend or family member if you are an expert angler. ”
Channel catfish will be available every two days through the end of October, with a brief break during the heat of August, to ensure there are plenty of pushing opportunities for people throughout the spring, summer, and early fall.
Neighborhood Fishin’ lakes are located in city and county parks with ample parking, shoreline access, restrooms, lighting and other recreational amenities in addition to fishing.
Anglers can keep up to five fish of any size every day. Youth under 17 do not need a fishing license, but adults who fish these sites do need a license. , which can be purchased for as little as$ 11 for “one-day, all-water ” access. All profits are used to manage the fisheries, ensuring access to Texas fish and their natural habitats, and preserving them.
To find a Neighborhood Fishin’ lake near you as well as tips on how to fish, where to purchase fishing gear or licenses, fishing regulations or to sign up for email updates, visit www. neighborhoodfishin. org.
The Texas Parks and Wildlife Foundation supports Neighborhood Fishin’ with donations from local government organizations like the Texas Parks and Wildlife Foundation and Phillips 66 in the state.
