Feb. 22, 2012
- Fish Hatchery Closure Possible Due to Drought
ATHENS—Texas Parks and Wildlife Department (TPWD) may temporarily close the Dundee Fish Hatchery near Wichita Falls during the upcoming production season due to a declining water supply.
Feb. 21, 2012
- Nuisance Alligator Hunter Permit Application Deadline March 15
AUSTIN – Nuisance alligator control hunters have until March 15 to apply for a permit under new rules adopted by the Texas Parks and Wildlife Commission. - TPWD Sets Statewide Public Hearings
AUSTIN — The Texas Parks and Wildlife Department is recommending changes to next year’s hunting and fishing regulations. The department is seeking comment on these proposed changes to the state’s hunting and fishing regulations during a series of public hearings. - Lake Amistad Gets New Fishing Hotspot
ATHENS—The lake known as “the Big Friendly” got a little friendlier to fish recently.
Feb. 17, 2012
- Brady Creek Lake Hit with Golden Alga Bloom
BRADY, Texas — Brady Creek Lake, a popular destination for bass, crappie, and catfish anglers near Brady, was diagnosed earlier this week with a toxic bloom of golden alga. This is the first time Brady Creek Lake has been impacted by this harmful alga. - I’ll Take the Dirt Road
The first wave of mountain bikers participated in the opening day of Dirt Fest 2012, a series of guided bike rides through miles of rugged and scenic Chihuahuan Desert inside Big Bend Ranch State Park near Lajitas, TX.
Video News Reports
Campfire USA has evolved over the past 100 years and one council has swapped candy sales for service work helping out a state park during the drought.
Youtube: http://youtu.be/AY3cJ6R_5u4
For a high resolution download on our FTP site: http://www.tpwd.state.tx.us/files/video/FEBRUARYVNR_CAMPFIREUSA_.mov.zip
Bastrop State Park has had its woes from fires to floods. Now, the park is getting some help from American Youth Works.
Youtube: http://youtu.be/B3XYlpKkllQ
For a high resolution download on our FTP site:
http://www.tpwd.state.tx.us/files/video/FEBRUARYVNR_BastropStateParkUpdate_split.mov.zip
News Briefs
WWII History Comes to Life at Fort Richardson Saturday
Take a step back in time during Fort Richardson’s World War II Living History Day this Saturday. During the 4th annual living history event, visitors can interact with American, German and Japanese “soldiers,” view WWII equipment and weapons demonstrations, and enjoy an afternoon battle re-enactment. The event, which will be held from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. on the parade grounds, is free but park entry fees apply. Fort Richardson State Park and Historic Site is located in Jacksboro just northwest of Fort Worth. For more information, contact the park at 940-567-3506, or visit the park’s Website at www.tpwd.state.tx.us/spdest/findadest/parks/fort_richardson/.
Fort Richardson to Salute Texas Independence
For the first time, Fort Richardson State Park and Historic Site in Jacksboro will commemorate the Lone Star State’s independence with a Texas Independence Day Celebration from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., Saturday, March 3. The Texas Parks and Wildlife Department will join with the Daughters of the Republic of Texas, White Settlement Museum and the Civil War Museum of Fort Worth to commemorate the March 2, 1836 signing of Texas’ Declaration of Independence that prompted a war with Mexico. Historians and re-enactors portraying characters from various time periods in Texas history will demonstrate their skills throughout the day. Guest lecturer Sherry Cannedy will speak on Texas independence at 2 p.m. in the park’s interpretive center. The event is free but park entry fees apply. Call (940) 567-3506 for more information.
Calendar
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