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Now in TPW Magazine Texas Parks & Wildlife Magazine March 2025 cover

Into the Abyss

Andrew Pitkin faces the dark, damp walls inside Phantom Springs Cave. He's half submerged, and silent, in a crystalline pool. Underwater lights make the water's surface glow aquamarine, like a magic portal.
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Help for Pronghorns

A wildlife biologist shows what's being done to stop the spread of creosote and rebuild pronghorn habitat in West Texas. At Fair Park in Dallas is a museum that celebrates Texas' rich natural heritage through detailed dioramas...

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Better Outside

A podcast about nature and the people who work every day to improve our natural environment for everyone.
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State Parks for Beginners

The great outdoors awaits you in Texas State Parks. Choose from over 80 parks, natural areas, historic sites and visitor centers. Follow these steps to plan your trip. Choose a park, plan your visit and make your reservation.
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Fishing for Beginners

If you are (or think you might be) interested in fishing. We'll get you started with fish helpful videos, articles, apps and other resources to teach you the basics and help you find just the right place to fish.
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Hunting for Beginners

Whether you're looking for a new outdoor adventure, interested in a quality source of fresh meat, wish to contribute to wildlife conservation or just looking for a way to spend more time with friends and family - we've got you covered.
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Get the free Outdoor Annual.

Visit outdoorannual.com or get the free app for everything you need to know before you go. The app shows location-based info on hunting seasons and nearby waterbodies, plus the ability to look up current and past license purchases.
Young ladies neighborhood fishing in a park in Manor

Neighborhood Fishin'

Kids 16 and under fish for free (adults must buy their licenses). Stocked lakes with fish big enough to catch and eat! It's close to home with 18 clean, well-lit sites in city and county parks near picnic tables, parking and restrooms.
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Bigger better bass!

Anglers who catch a bass that's at least 8 lbs. or 24" can participate all year-long by entering their catch online or in the ShareLunker app. Participants will receive a catch kit, achievement decal, ShareLunker gear, and entry into a drawing for prizes including a $5,000 shopping spree!
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Protect the Lakes You Love

Invasive species like giant salvinia and zebra mussels can ruin fishing, boating and swimming for everyone. You can't always tell if a lake is infested with invasive species, and even a small piece left on your boat or gear can infest another lake.
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