Texas Parks & Wildlife Magazine
Wildlife & Conservation
Conservation Dogs Help Detect Wildlife, Check for Invasives
Keen sense of smell gives canines a growing role in conservation work.
Story by Eva Frederick
Wildlife & Conservation
Studying the High-Elevation Owls of the Davis Mountains
For a wildlife biologist, these special owls open doors of discovery.
Story by Romey Swanson
Adventure & Recreation
Dancing With the Devils on a Trip Down Texas' Most Pristine River
New public land along the Devils River offers a do-it-yourself paddling opportunity.
Story by Eva Frederick
Adventure & Recreation
Best State Parks for Summertime Swimming
Beat the heat in natural swimming holes at these six parks.
By Pam LeBlanc
Adventure & Recreation
Historic Drought Spurs a Trip Down the Rio Grande
A team of adventurers considers the future of the river on a paddle through the Texas borderlands.
Story by Dan Oko
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Parks
Possum Kingdom State Park Is a Summer Go-To Destination
The park offers clear blue water and striking scenery.
Story by Morgan O'Hanlon
Blaze Your Own Trail at Black Gap Wildlife Management Area
Experience pure West Texas desert at its finest.
Story by Eva Frederick- State Parks by Night: A Photo Essay
- Guadalupe River State Park Offers a Place to Camp and Splash Story by Emily Gibson
- Lake Somerville State Park Is an Outdoor Escape in the Heart of Texas Story by TPWD Staff
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Wildlife & Conservation
Pecos River's Forgotten Reach Gets Some Attention
A nonprofit group and partners pursue conservation efforts in an area hit by overpumping, drought.
Story by Morgan O'Hanlon
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- The Search for the Lost Salamander By Eva Frederick
- Timber Rattlesnakes Warn Texans, 'Don't Tread on Me!' Story by Karina Kumar
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Travel & Culture
Del Rio's Birding the Border Offers Insider Access to Bird Lovers
The three-day event connects birders with local landowners.
Story by Jen Shugert
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
- Port Aransas' Whooping Crane Festival Celebrates Texas Coast's Most Iconic Bird Story by Eva Frederick
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Fishing
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
When fishing for other species slows down, it's time to target gar.
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
- There's Walleye in Texas? Yep. Story by Kirk McDonnell
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Hunting
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
Axis Deer Make an Exciting Hunt — and Meal
This elusive invasive roams the Hill Country.
Story by Brandon Weaver- Ask a Warden: Tips for Duck Hunting Story by Wei-Wei Lin
- Turn Your Turkey Harvest Into a Delicious Katsu Dinner Story by Jesse Griffiths
- How to Boost Your Odds for a Texas Drawn Hunt Story by Morgan O'Hanlon
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Adventure & Recreation
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
A stand-up paddleboard camping trip embraces river life along the John Graves Scenic Riverway.
Story by Brandon Weaver- Finding Healing on Horseback on State Park Trails Story and photos by Shannon King
- These Foods and Parks Pair Well Together Story by Pam LeBlanc
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