Hunting Guide
Texas Parks & Wildlife magazine's Hunting Guide is your free, go-to source for species information and hunting tips. This special feature is exclusive to the Texas Parks & Wildlife magazine mobile app, which can be downloaded (also for free) to your Android or Apple devices.
Texas hunting
From dove to deer, Texas harbors a wealth of hunting opportunities. On our hunting page, you can find hunting magazine articles, hunting videos and other hunting resources.

From Our Pages: Hunting Articles
A Splash of Teal
Adventure writer's first hunt: early morning ducks. read more
The Buck Stops Here
Suspense reigns at Muy Grande, the world's longest-running deer contest. read more
Opening Day
Small-town Goldthwaite comes alive with the opening of deer season. read more
Retrieving the Title
Top hunting dogs compete at the Master National Retriever Hunt Test. read more
The Rut: A Photo Essay
Whitetail mating ritual is as old as the land itself. read more
Rain Deer
Good rainfall over several years grows trophy antlers. read more
Get Out: Shooting Clays
Shotgun shooting is a growing sport with three popular shooting clay games: trap, skeet and sporting clays. read more
Get Out: Turkey Hunting
Tips and gear for this uniquely American tradition. read more
Big Country Geese
‘Texas Midwest’ wetlands lure large numbers of overwintering waterfowl. read more
Skill Builder: Safe Up There
Tree stands give hunters visibility and camouflage, but can be dangerous. read more
Wide-Open Whitetails
Successful wildlife management results in plentiful deer on the Rolling Plains. read more
Hunting With a Chef
A weekend’s pursuit of deer and hogs culminates in a mouthwatering wild game feast. read more
Raising Black Wolves
Young hunters find adventure on an outdoor club’s mentored hunt. read more
Skill Builder: Post-Season Scouting
Increase your chance for hunting success next year by starting now. read more
Skill Builder: Using a Muzzleloader
You get only one chance to shoot with this primitive but satisfying gun. read more
A Hunter's Better Half
The incredible bond between a duck hunter and his dog. read more
Her First Hunt
License? Check. Training? Check. Now it all comes down to the moment you pull the trigger. read more
Fields of Dove
Opening weekend revives Texas hunters’ passion for doves. read more
Bighorn by Bow
Round Rock's mayor scores the first ram by bow and arrow on Texas public land. read more
Lunar Legacy
Astronaut passes hunting heritage on to his family. read more
Skill Builder: Home on the Range
Practice makes perfect for all kinds of shooting enthusiasts. read more
Skill Builder: Patience, Practice, Persistence
Three top tips for improving your shotgun skills. read more
Call of the Wild Turkeys
Symphony conductor draws on musical skills to beguile spring gobblers. read more
The Allure of Antlers
Antlers have comforted and benefited man as spiritual icons and cultural artifacts ranging from tools to art. read more
Scent to Help
Trained dogs lead hunters to wounded deer. read more
Growing Bigger Trophies
Restrictions in East Texas counties are leading to better antler production. read more
First Hunt
Youth hunting event changes the lives of young participants, including my son. read more
At Issue by Carter Smith
Wife does it right in taking her first buck. read more
Skill Builder: Lock Away Danger
Proper gun storage is essential for safety. read more
2015 Hunting Forecast
This year's rains have brought bright prospects for fall hunting. TPWD experts tell us just how good it might be for deer, dove and more in this digital-only magazine extra.
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Texas Hunting 2014
Hunters are gearing up for the season, and our TPWD experts outline the prospects for deer, dove and more in this Texas Parks & Wildlife magazine digital extra: Texas Hunting 2014.
Deer | Dove | Waterfowl | Quail | Turkey | Squirrel
Firearm safety | Game meats | Chef recipes
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Texas Hunting 2013
How's the hunting? Our experts give the outlook for deer, dove and more in this Texas Parks & Wildlife magazine digital extra: Texas Hunting 2013.
Whitetail forecast | Turkey, dove, quail forecast
Hunter ed | Rifle preparation | Camouflage
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Texas Hunting 2012
Are you ready for hunting season? Scout the hunting possibilities in this Texas Parks & Wildlife magazine digital extra: Texas Hunting 2012.
Dove/teal outlook | Hunting on a budget
Trophy bighorn | Youth hunt tips | Game recipes
Safety through education | Meat processing
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Hunting gear guide


If visions of hunting gear fill your head, you’ll find lots of affordable items in the Texas Parks & Wildlife magazine gear guide. Whether you're a hunter, angler, bird watcher, hiker, camper or nature photographer, you’re sure to find something you need for your next outdoor outing. GEAR GUIDE