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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
Enjoy boating safely by wearing a life jacket
August/September 2023 Issue

Tips for Boaters to Stay Safe on the Water

Life jackets, other measures can save lives.

By TPWD Staff
Ariel view of the lower canyons on the Rio Grande River
July 2025 Issue

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
Two hikers walk through large trees on a trail to El Camino Real
July 2025 Issue

Walk in the Footsteps of El Camino Real Travelers on This New Trail

The Rancheria Grande trail is one of the only places where Texans can follow the historic route.

Story by Robyn Ross
Sam Holm and Family in Palo Duro Canyon State Park jumping as a family holding hands
March 2024 Issue

Fun Family Photo Wins State Parks Photo Contest Grand Prize

The yearlong contest drew more than 6,000 entries.

Story by Bob Edwards and Chase Fountain
A compound bow rests on the ground
August/September 2023 Issue

Final Steps to Becoming a Bowhunter by Fall

Email series offers month-by-month steps.

Photos by Chase Fountain
store guns safely in a green gun safe
January/February 2024 Issue

Store Your Gun Safely

Proper storage keeps guns out of the wrong hands.

Story by Texas Parks and Wildlife
A woman holds a plate of food at Los Cabos
May 2024 Issue

Kicking Back in Kingsville

Take in art, birds and wild borderlands beauty in a town that welcomes visitors with open arms.

By Eva Frederick
A street view of downtown Navasota, Texas, including the Navasota Examiner building
October 2024 Issue

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
Birders look out over the wetlands at the Leonabelle Turnbull Birding Center
January/February 2025 Issue

Port Aransas' Whooping Crane Festival Celebrates Texas Coast's Most Iconic Bird

Each of our 2025 travel stories focuses on a Texas festival. We kick off the series in Port Aransas.

Story by Eva Frederick