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Russell Roe

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David Yoskowitz interviewed by editor Russell Roe at a table with papers and a coffee cup
January/February 2023 Issue

New Leader of Texas Parks and Wildlife Department Talks Parks, Economics and the PBS Show

David Yoskowitz sat down with Editor Russell Roe to answer questions about himself and the job.

Story by Russell Roe
field of small yellow flowers with a tent pitched next to a picnic table with a couple in the background near the tree line
April 2017 Issue

Best Campsites in Texas State Parks

Catch an ocean breeze or a canyon sunset in one of Texas’ best places to pitch a tent.

Story by Russell Roe and Luke Roe
biker on a trail at Tyler State Park with tall pines flanking the trail
April 2023 Issue

Bike Through the Pines of Tyler State Park

10 miles of trails that are perfect for mountain biking

Story by Russell Roe
Climbing at Lake Mineral Wells state park
November 2023 Issue

Climbing the Cliffs of Lake Mineral Wells State Park

Climbers can explore the park's caves, crevices and narrow passageways.

Story by Russell Roe
Two surfers on a beach.
November 2022 Issue

Surf the Fish Pass Jetties at Mustang Island State Park

This legendary spot can produce waves that wouldn’t look out of place in California.

Story by Russell Roe
Man fishing from goose island fishing pier
November 2021 Issue

Goose Island Pier Welcomes Saltwater Anglers

With lower temperatures and cooler waters in fall, fish species start schooling along Texas coast.

Story by Russell Roe
Person in a red shirt hiking Lake Colorado City Trail with catci and trees surrounding the trail
March 2023 Issue

Wide-Open Spaces: Lake Colorado City’s Roadrunner Loop Trail

West Texas park offers cactus and lake views.

Story by Russell Roe
Foggy Steinhagen Reservoir at sunset.
January/February 2026 Issue

East Texas Wildlife Management Area Is a Watery Wonderland

Angelina-Neches/Dam B straddles an area between two rivers.

Story by Russell Roe
Dove hunter at Las Palomas Wildlife Management Area taking aim across a wide open green field
October 2025 Issue

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
Hunter pointing a gun while resting against a tree.
March 2026 Issue

Wildlife Management Areas Offer Public Hunting for Turkey

For spring turkey season, these spots are the land of the gobbler.

Story by Russell Roe