Texas Parks & Wildlife Magazine

Hunting

Javelinas are Having a Moment

The collared peccary is gaining increasing interest from Texas hunters and researchers

Story by Joseph Richards

Hunting

Bowhunters Embrace the Craftsmanship and Culture of Traditional Equipment

Traditional bows make hunting harder — but some enjoy the challenge.

Story and photos by Russell A. Graves

Travel & Culture

The Butterfield Overland Mail Route Crossed the Frontier and Connected the Country

The dangerous passage passed through Texas in the 1850s.

Story by Shannon King

A painting of Spanish colonists and Native Americans having a feast.

Travel & Culture

Move Over, Massachusetts! Spanish Colonists and Native Americans Shared a Thanksgiving Feast In Texas Long Before the Pilgrims

The historic feast likely featured carne asada, menudo and freshly caught fish.

Story by Shilo Urban

Native American woman dressed in colorful cultural attire dancing at the annual Powwow.

Travel & Culture

Austin’s Annual Powwow Brings Color, Connection and Community to the Heart of Texas

The event features vendors, food and traditional dance.

Story by Rachel Caldwell Hill

Parks

Overlook of the mountains and plant life at Sierra Diablo Wildlife Management Area.

Meet the Majestic Mountains of Sierra Diablo Wildlife Management Area

The 12,000-acre property is home to bighorn sheep and other desert wonders.

Story by Morgan O'Hanlon

The Frio River at Garner State Park with a cliff in the distance.

Garner State Park is a Magical Escape Along the Frio

Take a hike, float the river, or just enjoy the scenery.

Story by Tenley Jackson

Climbing the Cliffs of Lake Mineral Wells State Park Story by Russell Roe
Palo Duro Is the 'Grand Canyon of Texas' By Russell Roe
Camp in the Pines at Lake Livingston State Park Story by Morgan O'Hanlon

Wildlife & Conservation

Salamander swimming the green plants in Barton Springs

Meet The Barton Springs Salamander, an Aquatic Austinite

This red-gilled resident dwells in the heart of the city.

Story by Gwendolyn Reed

100-Mile Laguna Madre Is a Biodiversity Haven on Texas Coast

Remote, shallow and salty Laguna Madre offers good times and conservation opportunities.

By Whitney Bishop

Conservation Dogs Help Detect Wildlife, Check for Invasives Story by Eva Frederick
The Search for the Lost Salamander By Eva Frederick
A Journey Along Texas' Storied Neches River Story by Denise Viosca Gary

Travel & Culture

Person in blue shirt with a white hat looking at the canyon wall pictographs at the Lower Pecos Canyonlands

The Walls of the Lower Pecos Canyonlands Contain Priceless Pictographs

The Lower Pecos harbors our continent’s ‘first books.’

Story by Dale Weisman

A street view of downtown Navasota, Texas, including the Navasota Examiner building

Navasota Is Embracing its History to Become an East Texas Destination

This pine-curtain tourism hub has embraced the extravagance (and depravity) of its past.

Story by Morgan O'Hanlon

Cowboy Poetry Encompasses the Beauty, Melancholy and Fun of the Range Story by Eva Frederick
Comanche Nation Works to Find, Preserve Ancient Marker Trees Story by John Spaulding
Snake Days Is an Annual Celebration of All Things Reptile and Amphibian Story by Eva Frederick

Fishing

Kayak Fishing for Spanish Mackerel Promises Fast Action and Good Eating

YouTube channel was a launching pad for Gulf angler.

Story by Chris Castro

Spearfishing 60 Feet Down

Part fishing, part hunting. All exhilarating adventure.

Story and photos by Rushton Skinner

Fly-Fishing for Gar Heats Up in Summer Story by Cory Byrnes
ShareLunker Program Uses Science to Create Bigger, Better Bass Story by Kirk McDonnell
You Don't Always Need to Catch-and-Release Your Bass. You Can Eat Them Story by Kirk McDonnell

Hunting

A peregrine falcon takes flight from Matthew Reidy's hand.

Meet the Falconers, Who Hunt With the Help of Birds of Prey

The ancient art of falconry takes flight in the modern world.

Story by Joseph Richards

Dove hunter at Las Palomas Wildlife Management Area taking aim across a wide open green field

Dove Hunting Is Top-Notch at Las Palomas Wildlife Management Area

The South Texas site is best known for white-winged doves.

Story by Russell Roe

Small-Town Goldthwaite Comes Alive With the Opening of Deer Season Story by Whitney Bishop
Axis Deer Make an Exciting Hunt — and Meal Story by Brandon Weaver
Turn Your Turkey Harvest Into a Delicious Katsu Dinner Story by Jesse Griffiths

Adventure & Recreation

Two bikers on dirt trail surrounded by trees

New Long-Distance Trails Take Shape Across Texas

Ambitious builders create paths of 50-plus miles for hikers, bikers and horseback riders.

Story by Morgan O'Hanlon

Shot of single paddler racing canoe from underwater on San Marcos River during Texas Water Safari

The Evolution of the Texas Canoe

Boat builders create custom crafts designed for the rigors of Texas rivers ad the Water Safari.

Story by Morgan O'Hanlon

Paddleboarding Down the Brazos Story by Brandon Weaver
Finding Healing on Horseback on State Park Trails Story and photos by Shannon King
Dancing With the Devils on a Trip Down Texas' Most Pristine River Story by Eva Frederick

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