Family

A young person shows off a fish
April 2024 Issue

Ask a Warden: What Are Some Ways to Introduce My Family to Fishing?

Texas Game Warden Wei-Wei Lin offers tips on getting started.

By Wei-Wei Lin
texas parks and wildlife staff picnic at a picnic table in the woods.

State Park Picnic #5: Campfire Cookin'

Does a cookout count as a picnic? Maybe, maybe not.

Story by Texas Parks and Wildlife
A man walks down a leaf covered trail surrounded by tall trees
January/February 2025 Issue

A Psychologist Explains How Nature Really Does Heal Us

Time outside offers wide-ranging benefits for mental health.

Ziv Shafir
A little boy with a big grin on his face holds up his fish catch.
January/February 2025 Issue

Lake Corpus Christi Celebrates Decades of Kid Fish

Kid Fish, which began as a kids' fishing derby, is now an annual tradition 33 years in the making.

Josie Gunter
A group of 6 people wearing camo and headphones sitting on a airboat.
January/February 2025 Issue

Mentors Share Love of Waterfowl Hunting With Next Generation

Paying your skills forward is a definitive hunting experience in itself.

Story by Lerrin Johnson
Texas Charcuterie Board containing watermelon, roast beef, brisket, cheese, and fruits on a cutting board.

State Park Picnic #4: Gourmet Picnic

Bring a date an add in some French-inspired Texas cuisine.

Story by Texas Parks and Wildlife
Group of people at a long table having a picnic party

State Park Picnic #2: Picnic Party!

Gather the family and call ahead to reserve a Texas-sized picnic in a group pavilion.

Story by Texas Parks and Wildlife
Peanut Butter and Jelly Sandwich with halves stacked on each other on a wood board

Simple & Sweet

A simple picnic is an easy way to relax and enjoy a meal and doesn’t require too much planning.

Story by Texas Parks and Wildlife
People on horseback on a trail

Horseback Riding in Texas State Parks

These parks cater to you and your equine friends.

Story by Texas Parks and Wildlife
Illustration of a child with a balloon
April 2024 Issue

I'm a Park Ranger and New Mother. Can I Raise an Outdoors Kid?

Introducing children to the outdoors can seem like an overwhelming task, but it's worth it.

By Elizabeth Mary-Agpalo
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