Hunting
The Seasons of a Texas Wingshooter
The birds keep their own calendar based on light, weather and habit.
Texas Hunting Season Unfolds One Camp Breakfast at a Time
A chef relishes the tradition of feeding hungry hunters.
- December Dove Season Is a Different Animal Story by Josh Crumpton
- Meet the Falconers, Who Hunt With the Help of Birds of Prey Story by Joseph Richards
- One Man’s Quest to Hunt and Eat Texas' Invasive Species Story by Brandon Weaver
Hunting Alligators Involves Excitement, Danger and a Lot of Mud
The giant reptiles offer a fulfilling hunt and delicious meat.
Bowhunters Embrace the Craftsmanship and Culture of Traditional Equipment
Traditional bows make hunting harder — but some enjoy the challenge.
Wildlife Management Areas Offer Public Hunting for Turkey
For spring turkey season, these spots are the land of the gobbler.
Recent in Deer Hunting
Deer to Spare: Hunters for the Hungry Supports Those in Need
Texas’ venison donation program is a win-win for hunters, ranchers, volunteers and people in need.
Story by Eva Frederick
Texas Hunters Are Hopping on E-bikes to Stalk Deer, Turkeys and More
The bikes make it easier to sneak up on game and travel long distances.
Story by Pam LeBlanc
Axis Deer Make an Exciting Hunt — and Meal
This elusive invasive roams the Hill Country.
Story by Brandon Weaver
Yes, You Can Harvest a Buck on a Budget
A little creativity (and a spare washer and dryer), helps a new hunter find a place to hunt.
Story and photos by Seth Driskell
Deer Carcass Requirement Updates Provide Hunters More Options
TPWD updates regulations to protect Texas deer.
By Lerrin JohnsonRecent in Public Hunting
Texas Hunting Season Unfolds One Camp Breakfast at a Time
A chef relishes the tradition of feeding hungry hunters.
Story by Josh Crumpton
Matador Wildlife Management Area Protects a Rugged Piece of the Rolling Plains
Restored grassland habitat allows quail and other wildlife to flourish.
Story by Brandon Weaver
Wildlife Management Areas Offer Public Hunting for Turkey
For spring turkey season, these spots are the land of the gobbler.
Story by Russell Roe
Texas Offers Duck Hunting on Public Land
You can find wings over the wetlands at these Texas wildlife management areas.
Story by Eva Frederick
Javelinas Are Having a Moment
The collared peccary is gaining increasing interest from Texas hunters and researchers.
Story by Joseph RichardsRecent in Shooting Sports
The Seasons of a Texas Wingshooter
The birds keep their own calendar based on light, weather and habit.
Story by Josh Crumpton
It's the End of an Era at McBride’s Guns as Family Sells Store
Store and family have supported the Austin community for decades.
Story by John Jefferson
Harvest a Buck Without Spending a Million Bucks at Sam Houston National Forest
Forest land is a bastion for hunters without deep pockets.
Story by Matthew Watson
Hamilton Puts on a Festival For the Love of Dove
The Hamilton County Dove Festival provides a rollicking kickoff ot bird hunting season.
Story by Eva Frederick
Students Take Up Target Shooting With Air Rifles
Schools offer new program on shooting sports.
Recent in Ask A Warden
Ask a Warden: What Should I Do if I Hit a Deer With my Car?
Don't approach the injured animal, and don't try to take home the roadkill.
By Wei-Wei Lin
Ask a Warden: Is Fitness Important for Wardens?
Game Warden Wei-Wei Lin discusses the importance of staying fit for duty.
Story by Wei-Wei Lin
Ask a Warden: Which State Park Do You Work In?
Game wardens serve counties; state parks have their own police.
Story by Wei-Wei Lin
Ask a Warden: What Does TPWD Do to Stop Wildlife Crime?
Operation Game Thief serves as the state's crime-stopper program for wildlife.
By Wei-Wei Lin
Ask a Warden: How Can I Help Stop the Spread of Aquatic Invasive Species?
Texas Game Warden Wei-Wei Lin offers advice on keeping our water bodies healthy.
By Wei-Wei LinRecent in Wildlife Management Areas
This West Texas Wildlife Management Area Has Epic Scenery and Mighty Bighorn Sheep
Elephant Mountain contains different ecosystems along its rocky slopes.
Story by Morgan O'Hanlon
Kerr Wildlife Management Area Is Essential In Deer Research
The Hill Country land serves primarily to educate landowners and study game.
Story by Shayne Wollam
Richland Creek Wildlife Management Area Built Wetlands to Clean Water Using Natural Filtration
Water from the Trinity River comes out cleaner after going through WMA's ponds.
Story by Russell Roe
J.D. Murphree Wildlife Management Area Provides a Home for Waterfowl and Alligators
TPWD team works hard to keep the coastal marsh healthy.
Story by Gwendolyn Reed
From Mortgage Banker to Wildlife Technician
How one man made a radical career change.
Story by Texas Parks and Wildlife