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Cypress trees lining a river bank.
June 2026 Issue

Jefferson Embraces the Magic of Caddo Lake

East Texas town is the launching point for exploring the state's largest naturally formed lake.

Story by Denise Viosca Gary
Cypress trees rise out of the bayou in the Big Thicket
July 2024 Issue

Big Thicket Protects a Rich Wildness of Nature

National preserve contains longleaf pines, cypress-lined bayous and carnivorous plants.

Story by Denise Viosca Gary
Dusk ushers in an ethereal fog at Lower Neches Wildlife Management Area.
October 2025 Issue

A Journey Along Texas' Storied Neches River

Four pieces of public land offer glimpses of the iconic East Texas river from top to bottom.

Story by Denise Viosca Gary
A Snowberry clearwing moth getting nectar from a flower.
April 2026 Issue

Snowberry Clearwing Moths Masquerade As Bumblebees To Deter Predators

These chunky moths are harmless — and helpful pollinators.

Story by Denise Viosca Gary
A trail running through the woods with a bridge.
May 2026 Issue

Upper Texas Coast Provides Vital Resting Spots for Migrating Birds

Coastal woodlots serve as lifesaving stations as birds make the long journey across the Gulf.

Story by Denise Viosca Gary
Red-Cockaded Woodpecker on a tree.
May 2026 Issue

East Texas Forest Management Aids Recovery of the Red-Cockaded Woodpecker

State forests monitor populations as birds continue comeback.

Story by Denise Viosca Gary