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June 2025 Issue

TPWD Launches New Podcast

Better Outside covers stories about conservation, recreation and the outdoors.

Story by TPWD Staff
June 2025 Issue

Vibrio Bacteria Pose Threat in Saltwater: Here's What to Know

The "flesh-eating" bacteria thrive in warm coastal waters.

Story by TPWD Staff
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August/September 2019 Issue

Bastrop State Park Provides a Home for the Houston Toad

Texas State University and the Houston Zoo stock 500,000 eggs in park ponds.

Story and photos by TPWD Staff
Greater roadrunner license plate.
November 2022 Issue

Roadrunner License Plate Debuts

Greater roadrunner license plate will help support and expand wildlife viewing programs.

Story by TPWD Staff
Bird bingo cards fanned out.
May 2026 Issue

Third Annual Bird Bingo Contest Begins

The game soared to new heights in 2025 with more than 2,500 birds spotted.

Story by TPWD Staff
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April 2021 Issue

No More Zebra Mussels in Lake Waco

Help stop the spread of zebra mussels

Story by TPWD Staff
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August/September 2026 Issue

‘Better Outside’ Podcast Returns for Season Two

Topics include new parks, conservation dogs and search and rescue training.

Story by TPWD Staff
Pencil drawing of Ferruginous Hawk on a tree stump.
September 08, 2026

New Book Shows and Tells the Story of Texas Raptors

A Q&A with co-author and illustrator Craig Farquhar.

By TPWD Staff