A peregrine falcon takes flight from Matthew Reidy's hand.

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
An axis deer with velvet antlers stands in a field

Axis Deer Make an Exciting Hunt — and Meal

This elusive invasive roams the Hill Country.

Story by Brandon Weaver
Two female hunters holding binoculars search for deer from inside a deer blind

Mentors Take the Unknowns Out of Hunting

In South Texas, a mentored trip provides an opportunity to pass on hunting knowledge.

Story by Lydia Saldaña
Michelle Tella and Vanessa Sanchez hunt dove at Resaca de la Palma state park

Where Doves Fly: Public Hunting in South Texas

Two women share friendship and a love of the hunt.

By Whitney Bishop
A hunter's boots stretch toward's cactus as he awaits a deer to come by

Yes, You Can Harvest a Buck on a Budget

A little creativity (and a spare washer and dryer), helps a new hunter find a place to hunt.

Story and photos by Seth Driskell
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April 2024 issue

Students Take Up Target Shooting With Air Rifles

Schools offer new program on shooting sports.

August/September 2025 issue

Dawn Of The Dove Hunter

A mentored hunt provides the tools for a successful harvest.

Story and photos by Maegan Lanham
August/September 2025 issue

Hamilton Puts on a Festival For the Love of Dove

The Hamilton County Dove Festival provides a rollicking kickoff ot bird hunting season.

Story by Eva Frederick
November 2018 issue

Small-Town Goldthwaite Comes Alive With the Opening of Deer Season

Central Texas town's stores, restaurants and hotels benefit from hunting season.

Story by Whitney Bishop
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Recent in Deer Hunting

November 2024 issue

Yes, You Can Harvest a Buck on a Budget

A little creativity (and a spare washer and dryer), helps a new hunter find a place to hunt.

Story and photos by Seth Driskell
November 2024 issue

Deer Carcass Requirement Updates Provide Hunters More Options

TPWD updates regulations to protect Texas deer.

By Lerrin Johnson
November 2005 issue

Melanistic (Dark) Deer In The Hill Country.

The opposite of albinos, melanistic deer can be found in a small segment of the Hill Country.

Story by Ben Rehder
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Recent in Public hunting

August/September 2024 issue

How to Boost Your Odds for a Texas Drawn Hunt

With savvy planning, you can increase your chances of getting chosen.

Story by Morgan O'Hanlon
July 2025 issue

Chaparral Wildlife Management Area Captures the Subtle Magic of South Texas Brush Land

"The Chap" is a celebrated destination for hunting, hiking, camping and bird-watching.

Story by Eva Frederick
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