Lend a Hand to Help Halt the Spread of Invasive Species Oct. 29, 2026 Media Contact: TPWD News, Business Hours, 512-389-8030.

News & Media; News Releases; Texas Oyster Harvesting Season Opens Nov. 2 Oct. 23, 2026 Media Contact: TPWD News, Business Hours, 512-389-8030. News Image Share on Facebook Share R ...

Most male white-tailed deer live to about 6 years of age. Some live longer, some less. Females tend to live about two years longer than males. The record white-tailed deer was a doe in Georgia that ...

AUSTIN — During the tenth round of the Commercial Oyster Boat License Buyback Program, the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department (TPWD) purchased and retired a total of 46 commercial oyster licenses.

AUSTIN – The Texas Parks and Wildlife Department (TPWD) has begun accepting applications for the 70th Law Enforcement Cadet Class. The application period will close Dec. 31, 2026. The cadet class is ...

To prevent the spread of zebra mussels, the law requires draining of water from boats and onboard receptacles when leaving or approaching public fresh waters. Select a region name or a section of the ...

Texas Parks and Wildlife Department (TPWD) receives funds from the Department of Homeland Security and U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service. TPWD prohibits discrimination based on race, color, religion, ...

Archeological evidence suggests humans have occupied this area for many centuries. Native American Indians lived at sites in the park from about 6,000 years ago until Europeans arrived. They came here ...

AUSTIN — During the tenth round of the Commercial Oyster Boat License Buyback Program, the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department (TPWD) purchased and retired a total of 46 commercial oyster licenses.

Wind and water over the eons shaped the rugged beauty of Caprock Canyons State Park in the Panhandle of Texas. Today, bison roam the plains, bats roost in Clarity Tunnel, and you can explore 90 miles ...

Summary of Texas Hunting, Fishing & Boating Regulations Prepare for Your Hunt Buy a License Mobile License Access with the Outdoor Annual app New in Hunting for 2026-2027 2026-2027 Hunting Season ...

Protecting working lands from fragmentation and development. The Texas Farm and Ranch Lands Conservation Program (TFRLCP) complements Texas Parks and Wildlife Department's (TPWD's) mission to conserve ...