Seasons & Episodes
Hueco Tanks: Rock Art Reborn, Oasis of the Kingfisher
When it comes to rock art, Hueco Tanks, east of El Paso is in a class by itself. Unfortunately over the years, some of t
The Gulf Wardens, I Love a Mystery
Final Port of Call, Rafinesque's Big-eared Bats, Tracing a Texas River
A Tale of Two Laurens, Lake Arrowhead State Park, an Ocean Oasis
Native Texan Duck, a Day at Pedernales
Hunting Dogs 101, Davis Mountains State Park, Crazy About Birds
Caribbean Connection, Lake Whitney State Park, D Day +50
Garden of the Gulf, Abilene State Park, Fishing with Your Piers
Lion Country, Atlanta State Park, Hooked on the Coast
Young Guns, the Butterfly Palace
Big Wind, Big Questions, Pedernales Falls Bike Trails, Wildlife and Sport Fish Restoration
Coastal Conflicts, 50th Film History, Fairfield Lake State Park
Room to Roam, Gateway to the Desert, Big Spring State Park
Adventure Racing, Cedar Hill Bike Trails, Billion Dollar Bats
Working Down Under, Franklin Mountains Bike Trails, the Virtual Bat
Stewards in Waiting, Bat Caves of Texas, Biking Big Bend
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Rebuilding the Forest, Texas Game Warden, Found Flycatcher
Ongoing efforts to re-establish pine forests in east Texas that have been damaged by hurricanes; Texas Freshwater Fishin
Bastrop: Back to Its Roots, Casting Call, Wyman Meinzer's West Texas
American YouthWorks crews help restore Bastrop State Park after severe wildfires; find out about local fishing spots wit
112 Million Years in the Making, A Fading Tradition
Tracking dinosaur tracks; Texas Parks and Wildlife fire team leader Jeff Sparks; biking, hiking and fishing at Cleburne
The Firefighters, Repopulating the Pines, The Guide
Texas Parks and Wildlife Department fire team battles blazes at Bastrop and Lake Possum Kingdom State Parks; cooking red
Gargantuan Gar, Black Bears of Black Gap
Alligator gar fishing and research; Cherie O'Brien helps restore coastal marshes; studying black bears in the Black Gap
Austin's Warblers, Pedernales Falls Bike Trails, Selling Texas
Join some biologists as they monitor nesting Golden-cheeked Warblers in the Balcones Canyonlands Preserve near Austin. T
Recovery at Possum Kingdom, Texas Horned Lizards, Remembering Bois d’Arc Creek
Two years after wildfire roared through Possum Kingdom State Park, this popular getaway is back. Take a look at how the
Will Hunt for Food, Nicole's Big Adventure, 50 Years and Counting
Urbanites interested in healthy, tasty, locally-sourced foods are trying hunting for the first time. Follow Austin blogg
Waiting for Winter Trout, A New North Deer, Talking to the Animals
The annual winter stocking of rainbow trout in the Guadalupe River is a much anticipated event. Check out some of the be
Flocking with Friends, Where to Wade
A Classic Competition from the Coast is now statewide and open to all. Follow some folks who decided to find out how man
The Inspired Artist, Geocaching Changed My Life, Fishing the Late Shift
From a migrant worker as a youth to an artist that discovers he has an amazing talent. Meet Clemente Guzman who is an in
Fitting In, Standing Out, The Burden of Bounty
Meet one East Texas game warden whose involvement with the kids in her community not only helps change their lives, but
Calling All Pintails, Hurricanes: A Force of Nature
The population of Pintail ducks has been declining over the past decade, and wildlife biologists are trying to figure ou
K9 Wardens, Fisheries for the Future, Buck Fever
Texas Game Wardens don't normally work outside their home state, but the creation of a new canine law enforcement unit h
The Invaders, What’s in the Water
Caddo Lake in East Texas is just one example of how invasive plants are taking Texas by land and water. In part four of
Above Texas: Rivers & Lakes, Climate of Changes
We fly over our rivers and lakes, hearing from some of Texas' greatest thinkers about how our stewardship of these resou
Outdoor Family Camping, Action for the Oceans
Many families in cities have lost touch with the great outdoors and all it has to offer, but the Texas Outdoor Family pr
The Rio Grande: Down But Not Out, The Boat Builder
Join a group of students from Corpus Christi as they head up to Big Bend to float the Rio Grande. Houston architect Skip
Above Texas: The Coast, Paddling Caddo Lake, Student Parking
In the second in a four part series that highlights the Lone Star State from high above and down below, we fly over the
Eye in the Sky, LBJ's Hill Country Legacy
See how biologists use technology to gather information about desert bighorn sheep as they move the through the mountain
Managing the Martins, State Park Ambassadors, Battle at the Fork
Purple martins seem to need people, and the birds provide some rewards back to those who watch out for them. The Youth A
Over Texas: Growing Pains, Winter Wonderland for Waterfowl, A Journey South
In the third in a four part series that highlights the Lone Star State from high above and down below, we fly over our c
Spreading His Wings, Policing Pollution
Wildlife biologist Ken Rice shares his passion for anything coastal with Joe, a seventh grader who tracks the movement o
Texas Tussle: A Gator Hunt, Balancing Act
Tag along with some lucky hunters that get a chance of a lifetime to hunt alligators at J.D. Murphree Wildlife Managemen
Chasing a Ghost, 50 Years Later, Same Photo, A Place to Hunt
From using state of the art technology to good ole foot power, see what it takes to try and find the Ivory Billed Woodpe
What Wardens Do, Stripers in Production
We'll follow Texas Game Wardens, from the rutted dirt tracks of the High Plains Canyon Country, to the storm-crossed wat
Restoring a Texas Treasure, A Scar on the Flats
Discover what fisheries biologists at the Heart of the Hills Fisheries Science Center are doing to bring back the offici
The Last Dance, Mystery of the Tarpon
We follow along as biologists deal with one of the toughest breeding seasons on record, as they struggle to save the Att
Under Texas: Beneath the Surface, The Last Stand
Travel below the rim of Palo Duro Canyon, immerse yourself in a clear Texas river, and travel deep in the Gulf of Mexico
Natural Wasteland, Texas Eagles on the Move
Birding hotspots are not always where you might expect them to be. See the sights, hear the sounds, and smell the smells
A Man in Paradise, Stone Skipping, A Long Way to Seadrift: The Texas Water Safari
Follow along as Father Tom Pincelli finds beauty and inspiration in some unusual birding spots in the Rio Grande Valley.
On the Right Track, Swimming to Survive, A Day at Pedernales
Follow along as biologists track Whooping Cranes at the Aransas National Wildlife Refuge using satellite GPS technology.
The Paddlefish Project, Battlefield of Answers
A broad coalition of partners, from non-profits to landowners and government agencies, is working to bring back a breedi
The Rise of the Forgotten Flounder, Outdoor Clubbing
We take a closer look at what it takes to catch the southern flounder and how the species is holding up. See how outdoor
Lizards on the Move, Young Guns
Lizards on the Move See how research at the Muse Wildlife Management Area is investigating how threatened Texas Horned L
The Real Bears of East Texas, The Spring Trackers
Join a team of black bear trackers from Stephen F. Austin State University as they study some of the most remote habitat
Texas Bass, Bat Capitol of the World
Learn about the research and work that have helped make largemouth bass the most important game fish in Texas. Austin is
School of Fish, Island Assault: 1944
The hottest sport to hit the south these days isn’t on the field, it’s in the water. Check out a profile on high sch
Acquiring Powderhorn, I Love a Mystery, Building the Canyon
A coalition of partners has raised nearly $38 million dollars to purchase the Powderhorn Ranch in Calhoun County, 17,000
Warden of the County, Cleburne State Park, Chicken Land
We’ll follow Jim Daniels, a young Game Worden who turned a tragedy from his youth into a career helping people, as he
Home Again, Cedar Hill Bike Trails, Fishing Lures
Learn about the success of the TPWD's Desert Bighorn Sheep restoration program in west Texas. For the first time since 1
Sinking of the Kinta S, Turkey Work, CCC Memories
The Kinta S is the largest ship to be sunk in the Gulf of Mexico as part of Texas Parks and Wildlife’s artificial reef
A Tale of Two Laurens, New Wave Cave
We head to Bay City, Texas for a weekend goose hunt with the ladies… it’s going to be a blast. Thanks to a crew of g
Fishing for Cats, Chester's Island
Catfish are the largest freshwater sport fish in Texas and are second only to bass in popularity among anglers. Meet one
Bobcat City, Mustang Island State Park
A study is shedding new light on how bobcats live among us, in the suburbs and edges of our cities, without conflict and
A Fish Called Ethel, Artificial Reefs
Ethel was the very first bass in the ShareLunker Program, becoming a symbol of how good management and forward thinking
Save Our Sharks, Biking Big Bend Ranch, Big City Biologists
We take a look at what’s being done along the Texas coast to help save sharks from disappearing at an alarming rate. I
Pronghorn CSI, Frog People, A Not-So-Easy Rider
Scientists join forces with hunters and landowners to solve the mystery of the disappearing pronghorn antelope in this T
The Crappie Guys, The Natural Place
The Crappie Guys Meet Tommy Tidwell, a high school science teacher and part time crappie fishing guide, and Mr. Crappie,
Bking Ray Roberts, Hogs Wild, Charlie and His Cannon
Just north of Dallas and Fort Worth, the trail system at Ray Roberts Lake State Park offers hours of riding for mountain
Texas on Two Wheels, Running of the Bass
From short pedals at local parks, to epic journeys through rugged landscapes, mountain biking is a great way to experien
Texas Paddling Trails, Austin's Warblers
Grab your canoe and come along as we check out some of the state's new paddling trails on the coast, in Houston, and on
Garner State Park, The Climate Detective, Birding Basics
See why generations of Texans have been making Garner State Park the place to be year round in the Hill Country. Follow
A Migrating Muse, Inner City Sanctuary
We’ll visit some of the best spots to see Sandhill Cranes up close to learn more about these migrating wonders. See ho
Watchdogs for Wildlife, Buffalo Soldiers, Good Guzzlers
When it’s time to investigate oil spills, meet the team of biologists who are called in to action. When an aspiring na
Collegiate Climbers, Chihuahuan Desert Bike Fest, Shorebird Survival
Meet some of the students on the national champion University of Texas club climbing team and see what it takes to exce
The Dove Hunter, Big Bend Plants, A Spirit Rises
Meet an Austin man who took up hunting and fishing as an adult and is determined to pass along these traditions to his s
Big Bend National Park
Discover the biggest park in all of Texas. Beautiful night skies, river carved canyons, and magnificent mountains combin
Brushland Birds, Fishing Piers & Old Trains
Discover an abundance of birds in the brushlands of south Texas. Catch some fish and make some friends on the coastal fi
Dallas Paddling, Shotguns & Bighorn Sheep
Traverse the Trinity River near Dallas by canoe or kayak. Get some tips for safe, and accurate, shotgun shooting. Thirty
Dark Skies, Ranch Restoration & Rockin' Art
Discover the spectacularly dark skies of West Texas, and meet some folks who are working to keep them dark. Take a trip
Catching Up on Quail, Balmorhea Cool & RVs
See what’s happening with Texas’ four distinct quail species. Get above and below the clear water of Balmorhea Sprin
Wild Firefighters, Cup Crusaders & Rabbits
Meet some of the folks that fight fires in the Texas state parks. See how one very young man from Corpus Christi is tryi
Refuge From the Storm, Flying Falcons & Piney Woods
Learn how a Texas woman takes refuge from Autism by hunting. Meet some modern day falconers and find out what draws them
Wardens on a Boat, Swimming Holes & Flying at Franklin
Spend a few days with Texas game wardens as they patrol the waters off South Padre Island on a sixty foot boat. Enjoy a
Sky High Eye, Wyman's Camera & Big Bend Above
See how biologists learn about the lives and habits of wildlife using satellite transmitters. Travel back in time with T
Surfing Sands, Volunteer Family & Border Life
Go sand surfing a long way away from the ocean at Monahans Sandhills State Park. Meet the Gibson family, and follow alon
Wild Artist, Rio Grande Rafting & Balmorhea Birds
Meet wildlife artist Clemente Guzman and find out where is inspiration comes from. Find out what rafting the Rio Grande
Birds of Smell, Helicopter Training & Remembering D-Day
Travel to a birding hotspot that might be considered a marginal nature haven. Get in the water with some Texas game ward
Gator Hunt, Neches Refuge & the Ecotainer
Travel to southeast Texas to hunt alligators at the J.D. Murphree Wildlife Management Area. The Neches Refuge in East Te
El Paso Trails, Saving Some Bison & Shifting Sands
Meet the El Paso trail builder who is still working away at age seventy nine. Almost twenty years ago the last of the So
Friendly Flockers, Caddo Lake & a Rising River
Follow a group of friends as they compete in the Great Texas Birding Classic. Discover the timeless beauty of Caddo Lake
El Paso Owls, Three Kingfishers & Richland Creek Water
Take a peek at the burrowing owls of El Paso. Marvel at the rare chance to see three species of Kingfishers in one place
Night Photography, Fishing at Mueller & Some Survival Tips
Attend a night photography class near Big Bend Ranch State Park. An event at an Austin park teaches families how to catc
Purple Palaces, Big Black Bears & Cleaning It Up
Meet some folks whose mission is to help build homes for purple martins. Follow a husband and wife team as they trap, ta
Moving Mule Deer, Social Mediator & a Yoga Hike
The Pecos Pupfish is on the edge of extinction but a group of biologists is trying to help save the species. Meet the so
Butterfly Beauty, Enchanted Rock & the Inspiring Ecologist
Butterflies bring beauty to the world. But butterflies are at risk. What are we doing to reverse this troubling trend? V
Feral Hogs, History Keeper & Going to Garner
Crawl inside the caves at Colorado Bend State Park with some dedicated spelunkers. Dr. Cynthia Brandimarte makes sure th
Cave Crawlers, Outdoor Clubbing & a Frog Pond
Scientists and geologists use laser technology to restore ancient rock art at Hueco Tanks State Park. Outdoor clubs are
Pronghorns, Tent Revival & a Sinking Ship
The Texas Outdoor Family program helps teach families about camping, and cooking, and nature. Watch the Kinta S, a 155-f
Pecos Pupfish, Prairie Dogs & Buffalo Soldiers
The Pecos Pupfish is on the edge of extinction but a group of biologists is trying to help save the species. Caprock Can
Texas Water Safari, Loggerhead Shrikes & Woodpeckers
Follow two teams of paddlers as they navigate the 260 mile Texas Water Safari. Loggerhead Shrikes can be both beautiful
Preparing Powderhorn, Preaching Taxidermy & Caterpillars
See how several state agencies and environmental organizations came together to acquire the Powderhorn Ranch for outdoor
Catching Copperheads, City Camping & Windy Water
Follow some folks as they catch copperheads for cancer research. Enjoy some city camping during the work week. Experienc
Conservation Art, Seeing Selah & Hermit Crabs
Meet an artist whose prints raise cash for conservation. Learn about the legendary vision of David Bamberger. Watch a cr
Biking Tyler, Desert Skies & Charlie's Cannon
Bike between the tall trees at Tyler State Park. View the vast skies of the Trans-Pecos in black & white. Meet a man wit
Flying the Franklins, Blue Mountain Peak & A Frog Pond
Fly high above the Franklin Mountains in a paraglider. Blue Mountain Peak Ranch owners are returning the land to its roo
Coastal Birds, Horned Lizards & Desert Plants
Travel with some dedicated birders along the Texas coast. Biologists work to restore the Texas Horned Lizard to its hist
Travelling Turkeys, Wild Teachers & Saving Sharks
Follow some turkeys as they are moved from Iowa to east Texas to help restore depleted populations. Project WILD takes t
Hunting Laurens, Diving Wardens & an Outdoor Writer
Join a couple of Houston area ladies as they experience hunting for the very first time. Meet the game wardens who make
Saving Bison, Hunting Access & Corralling CWD
See the efforts being made to save the last of the Southern Plains Bison. Discover how Inks Lake State Park is making hu
Ocean Office, Hill Country Haven & a Conservation Career
A few hours scuba diving in the ocean is just another day at the office for a couple of marine biologists. Brent Ortego
Pocket Prairies, Catching Carp & a Conservation Consultant
Follow along as some Houston area school kids discover the value of native prairies. Once maligned, carp have emerged as
Pronghorn Puzzle, Changing Habitats & Blanco Cleanup
Travel to the Trans Pecos to find out what's causing declines in Pronghorn Antelope populations. See how a change in hab
Bat Noses, Involved Angler & Wildlife Watchdogs
Researchers track white nose syndrome in bats as it gets closer to Texas. Randi Wayland has spent a lifetime promoting f
Moving Bees, Razing Cane & Wildlife Winds
Watch a bee specialist relocate a hive of European honey bees, giving them a safe new home where they can keep on buzzin
Bee Searcher, Coastal Winds & Turkey Work
Meet a researcher who's investigating the health of native pollinators. Learn how wind farms use radar to protect migrat
Hatching Fish, Seeking Squirrels & River Reclamation
The Dundee Fish Hatchery is back in business after shutting down due to drought. Join a father and his daughter as they
Hiking Dogs, Telling Stories & Protecting Paddlefish
Join a dog hike at Franklin Mountains State Park. Students tell the story of Garner State Park using their phones. A fre
Magazine History, Outdoor Photography & Texas Wildlife
Meet the people who craft the "Texas Parks & Wildlife" magazine and see what it takes to publish this great outdoor peri
San Pedro Success, Fishing Fan & Lovely Landscapes
Visit the San Pedro Ranch and see how they sustain diverse wildlife populations and a productive cattle herd. Michael Ho
Kangaroo Rats, Student Host & LBJ's Legacy
Trap and track the seldom seen Texas Kangaroo Rat with some eager researchers. Meet a college student who also volunteer
Bobcat City, Ranch Reboot & Coastal Birds
Follow a study that sheds light on how bobcats live in the suburbs and edges of cities. The Harkins Ranch has been trans
Say Cheese, Blue Suckers & Nature Photos
See some of the wildlife that is attracted to man-made watering holes in the Trans Pecos. Follow some biologists as the
Prairie Chickens, Gargantuan Gar & Lionfish
Follow along as biologists struggle to save one of the most endangered birds in all of Texas. As more anglers view the a
Ranch Wildlife, Conservation Dollars & Kickapoo Cavern
See how a ranch in Goliad County has improved its quail populations by improving grasslands. Meet the woman whose enthus
Horned Lizards, Young Guns & Outdoor Ethics
Learn what may be causing declines of the Texas horned lizard, and what's being done about it. Join a group of enthusias
Park Hiker, Paddling Port O’Connor & Finding Flounder
Follow a walker of Texas ranger as he visits the state parks one step at a time. Slide through silent saltwater marshes
Eroding Island, Fire Crew & Jamaica Beach
See what's being done to save one of the most important rookery islands on the Texas coast from eroding away. Meet the c
Traveling Photographer, Coastal Crabbing & Harbor Sounds
Meet the traveling photographer who lives in a tiny trailer, but whose home is the great outdoors. Discover the joys of
Grubh's Bugs, Bird Calls & Shotgun Tips
Invertebrate biologist Archis Brubh really digs into his job. Ornithologist Cliff Shackelford brings birds and bird call
Sea Rim, Sea Center & Tree Stand Safety
From fishing to crabbing to kayaking, Sea Rim State Park has a variety of activities. The folks at Sea Center Texas stoc
Fort Richardson, the Trailblazer & Lavaca Lessons
Get a feel for the frontier life at Fort Richardson State Park. Meet the man who built many of the trails at Franklin Mo
Paddling Goliad, Hueco Laser & the Texas Clipper
Take a leisurely float and discover some history on the Goliad Paddling Trail. See how scientists are using laser techno
Ocean Oasis, the County Warden & Cedar Hill Bikes
See how the Texas Clipper has become a home for marine life ten years after it was sunk. A devastating accident led Jim
Fish Structure, Beach Restoration & Turkey Return
In northeast Texas, interested anglers are sinking structures and seeding plants to improve waters for fish and fisherme
Pecos Pupfish, Fishing Educator & D-Day Remembered
The Pecos Pupfish is on the edge of extinction, but biologists are working to keep this tiny fish alive in west Texas. F
100 Mile Hike, 3 Mile Revival & Alamito Creek
Discover the Lone Star Hiking Trail with a young college student on her first ever long-distance hike. With selective ce
Bird Man, Fishing Support & Powderhorn Legacy
Cliff Shackelford's lifelong love of birds led him to career in conservation. Cliff is truly Texas's Bird Man. Gulf Stat
Mule Deer, Game Warden Aid & Wild Wings
A large scale research project is looking into how agriculture may affect mule deer movements and survival in the Texas
Nesting Shrikes, Beautiful Butterflies & Outdoor Families
The Loggerhead Shrike is a songbird with a raptor's habits. Some Shrikes have found a nice nesting place in a busy centr
Eye in the Sky, Saving Prairies & Sheldon Lake
See how biologists use satellite transmitters to learn about the lives and habits of Texas wildlife. The pristine coasta
El Paso Envoy, Fighting Fires & an Aquatic Advisor
For state park ambassador Clara Cobb, a day in El Paso might include empanadas, bouldering, ancient legends, and a happy
Shrimping Life, Brazos Bend & Bathing Bobwhites
Five generations of the Stringo family have been shrimpers on the Texas coast. While most of the family have given up, t
West Texas Wetlands, Cave People & Sharing Space
In one of the driest regions of Texas, ingenious landowners are creating their own wetlands to attract birds and birders
A Memorable Hunt, El Carmen Conservation & Parrots
Family, friends, and community join together for a hunt honoring the memory of Jacob Krebs whose dream of becoming a Nav
El Camino Real, Songbird Habitat & a Night Hike
Travel across Texas on the Camino Real de los Tejas, and meet a man on a mission to highlight the history, places, and c
Planting Pines, Texas Quail & Trinity Paddling
Greg Grant and his family have been restoring pines on their family land, just so the birds and the bugs can live off th
Hunting as a Refuge, Recreation Outreach & Night Skies
Meet a woman who finds refuge from Autism by spending time in the woods. Kim Sorensen works tirelessly to promote outdoo
College Climbers, Sinking Trees & the Turkey Dude
Meet some of the students on the national champion University of Texas club climbing team, and see what it takes to exce
Goliad Experience, El Paso Owls & the Marine Identifier
Goliad State Park & Historic Site is known for its rich cultural history. What is lesser known is the park's vast recrea
Catching Crappie, Cooking Crappie & Bald Eagles
Meet a couple of guys who live to catch crappie, and want to help you learn all about these fantastic fish. Now that you
East Texas Turkeys, Old Tunnel Bats & Returning Bass
Successful efforts to restore the Eastern Wild Turkey to Texas have led to more turkeys and increased hunting opportunit
Hunting Dogs, Swift Foxes & South Llano Leisure
Witness the best of the best hunting dogs in action as they compete at the Master National retriever competition. The Sw
K-9 Wardens, the Trailer Camera & Grasslands Sunset
Searching for hidden game, missing people, or playing with a tennis ball, it's all in a day's work for K-9 commissioned
San Antonio Float, Green Jays & Fanthorp Inn
Paddle a kayak within sight of downtown San Antonio on the Mission Reach Paddling Trail. As the Rio Grande Valley become
Hunters Welcome, Goldthwaite Goldmine & Some Deer
Hunting is not only a tradition in small towns across Texas, it's also an important part of the local economy. Travel to
Huntsville State Park, Laborcitas Creek & Galveston Island
Huntsville State Park opens a door to 2000 acres of outdoor adventure. Camp, mountain bike, or fish the day away on Lake
Spicewood Ranch, ADA Hunt Help & East Texas Woods
By acquiring land, resting it from grazing, and reducing deer numbers, one family began to restore their Hill Country ra
Natural Connection, Room to Roam & Pocket Prairies
From the brush country of South Texas to the mountains of West Texas, meet two women whose outdoor interests are as diff
Turkey Work, Turkey Calls & Turkey Talk
On a ranch in South Texas, biologists are tapping the latest technology, and fitting turkey with tiny backpacks, to lear
Reading Green, Oyster Industry & Quality Water
Austin's new central library is a very green building, but the library's greenest feature may be up the rooftop garden.
Blue Suckers, Buffalo Soldiers & Lake Wichita
Biologists on the Colorado River are searching for a rare fish. It's called a Blue Sucker, and not much is known about t
Kangaroo Rats, an Outdoor Writer & Saving Bats
The range of a unique hopping rodent has dwindled to just a few areas near the Red River. Researchers are racing to lear
Goliad Paddling, Protecting Deer & Conservation Art
Goliad State Park & Historic Site is known for its connection to history. It also has a connection to the San Antonio Ri
Fort Richardson, Urban Biology & Fishing School
History is the highlight at Fort Richardson, but even if today's travelers aren't settling the West, many still come to
Coastal Parkitecture, Bay Trawl & Alum Creek Toads
Coastal state parks need durable structures and design students need projects. See what the Gulf Coast Design Lab at the
Oyster Shell Recycling, Bighorn Sheep & Looking for Bees
A unique recycling program is underway, returning old oyster shells to Texas bays. As part of a decades long program to
Saving Sharks, Trail Family Ranch & Campus Camper
Sharks are disappearing from the world's oceans at an alarming rate but efforts are underway along the Texas coast to he
Wildlife Watchdogs, Lake Forkers & Good Guzzlers
Meet a team of biologists tasked with investigating oil spills or other environmental disasters affecting Texas wildlife
Black-capped Comeback, Making Signs & a Fishing Warden
The black-capped vireo was once on the verge of extinction. But thanks to better conservation practices, vireo numbers h
Texas Walker, Wildlife's Legal Eagle & Chester Island
Follow Dave Roberts in his unfolding adventure as he explores the Texas state park system one step at a time. The requir
Coast Strong, Razing Cane & SeaCamp Scientists
When a hurricane destroyed their homes and work, they just picked up the pieces and kept on going. Texas Rivers and stre
Frog Pond, Big City Cats & Mustang Island
Enjoy some nature on the edge of Austin with a homemade frog pond. An ongoing study is shedding light on how bobcats liv
Hunting Dove, Hiking Dogs & Birding Hotspots
Meet an Austin man who took up hunting and fishing as an adult and is determined to pass along these traditions to his s
City Camping, Water Safari & Caddo Rain
Armed with a smartphone and a savvy for social media, one Austin urbanite's outdoor experience might be a little differe
Blanco Restoration, Helicopter Heroes & a Mentored Hunt
Biologists are working with landowners along the flood ravaged Blanco River to help re-establish trees and grasses that
Devils River Advocates, Monahans Sandhills & the DNA Dude
The Devils River valley is about as wild as you can get in Texas. But there are threats to this natural place, and that'
Fort Parker, Aiming Safe & Moving Bees
Located along the Navasota River, Fort Parker State Park offers a tranquil setting for camping, hiking, biking and fishi
Chimney Swifts, Paddlefish Progress & Tree Stand Safety
Meet a husband and wife team that's spent half of their lives working to save the Chimney Swift. When paddlefish were st
Kraken Diving, Paddling Trails & Muzzle Control
Just months after sending the cargo ship Kraken to the floor of the gulf, biologists check out one of the Gulf Coast's l
Park Arts, Board Birds, Pronghorn Puzzle
The beauty of a natural place takes on fresh dimension and draws different crowds when arts activities like sculpture, p
Caddo Camping, Killam Wildlife, Shrimping Family
Caddo Lake State Park is the ideal gateway to exploring the history and mystery of swampy Caddo Lake. The Killam Duval C
Good Dog, Coastal Birds, Invading Plants
Witness the best of the best hunting dogs in action as they compete at the Master National retriever competition. The so
Gargantuan Gar, Quail Research, A Big Bass
Alligator gar are among the largest freshwater fish in Texas lakes and rivers. New research is revealing more informatio
Counting Parrots, Interpreting Parks, Woodpecker Search
Avian enthusiasts in south Texas are turning their attention to a bird which researchers know little about: the Red-Crow
Shrimp Science, Family Prairie, Big Bend Blooms
Introduced diseases could pose a serious threat to native shrimp and an entire industry. See ho scientists and saltwater
Crazy Ants, Birding Legend, Pigfoot Deer
Some invasive ants are driving biologists crazy, but new research into control methods is underway at the lab and in the
Bird Man, Night Hiker, Ocean Office
Texas state ornithologist Cliff Shackelford answers all your bird questions on his "Bird Calls" radio show. One of Rick
Woofing Wardens, Spring Saver, Birding Friends
Searching for hidden game, weapons, missing people, or playing with a tennis ball, it's all in a day's work for canine c
Attwater's Last Dance, Coast Conservator, Tent Revival
Follow along as biologists struggle to save one of the most endangered birds in all of Texas, the Attwater's prairie chi
Palo Duro Spirits, Recruiting Opportunity, Winter Waterfowl
Archeologists are working with tribal elder at Palo Duro Canyon State Park to unearth century-old artifacts and more acc
Fishing Fame, Hardwood Heaven, LBJ's Park
For more than 45 years, Alan Haynes of Tyler has demonstrated a commitment to promoting fishing and conservation of our
Disaster Response, Farm Heritage, Rookery Island Erosion
Texas Game Wardens help protect our lands, our waters, our fish, our wildlife, our property, our environment, but also o
Trail Taming Troubadour, Prairie Dogs, Skimmer Savers
Meet a mechanic and mountain-biking musician who has been taming trails in San Angelo State Park for decades. The bison
Gobbler Game, Conservation Camp, River Reclamation
Follow conservationist and hunter Terrance Jackson as he travels across East Texas in search of the elusive Eastern Wild
Hunting Memories, River Access, El Paso Envoy
A young man's dream to become a Navy Seal and serve his country ends too quickly, but his family keeps his memory alive
El Camino Real, Map App Man, Kickapoo Cavern
New awareness is being brought to a centuries-old pathway, the Camino Real de los Tejas. Meet a man on a mission to high
Grassland Sparrows, Fort Boggy Fun, Wildlife Selfies
Grassland birds are declining across North America. Research is underway to find out how to save the disappearing grassl
Mountain Lions, Green Turtles, Ladies That Hunt
Elusive and rarely seen, "Lions of West Texas" chronicles the mountain lion research conducted in the Davis Mountains of
Hundred-mile Hike, Fighting Feral Hogs, Lake Bob Sandlin
Follow a young hiker on her first long-distance hike on the longest trail in Texas. Share in her triumphs, along with fa
Trailer Camera, Mapping Habitats, Traveling Photographer
Ian Kasnoff turned a 16-foot long trailer into a camera and darkroom Follow Ian as he documents some Texas state parks w
Grubh's Bugs, Lake Colorado City, Learning Stewardship
Invertebrate biologist Archis Grubh really digs into his job. For Dr. Grubh it's all about the bugs. Lake Colorado City
Mule Deer, Sea Rim Sounds, Dinosaur Tracks
A large-scale research project is looking into how agriculture may affect mule deer movements and survival in the Texas
Rock Art Reborn, Lake Mineral Wells, Purple Martins
See how scientists are using laser technology to preserve Hueco Tanks rock art. The waters of Mineral Wells, west of For
Fishing for Records, Longhorn Cavern Rocks, Sand Surfing
Since 1971, the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department has recognized fishing records of all kinds. Meet a man who holds a
Saving Sea Turtles, Powderhorn Ranch, Best of Bruce
Once thought to be on its way to extinction, the Kemp's Ridley Sea Turtle is making a comeback thanks to the efforts of
Fox Finders, Kraken Diving, Brushland Birds
The swift fox is seldom seen and could be vanishing in Texas. Follow a crew of researchers searching for this fox in the
Texas Hunting Traditions
Meet an Austin man who took up hunting and fishing as an adult and is now passing along these traditions to his sons. Fo
Wild Game Cooking Texas Style
A couple of accomplished chefs demonstrate some wild game recipes you'll want to try yourself. Restaurant owner and cook
Birds and Birders
The sounds of the waves, a breeze in your face, and the peeps of a scurrying shorebird. You are birding at the beach and
State Park Biking Trails
From short pedals at local parks to epic journeys through rugged landscapes, mountain biking is a great way to experienc
Fishing the Texas Coast
Wade fishing on the Texas coast not only puts you right where the action is, but the experts say you can catch more and
The Science of Wildlife
Some owls in El Paso have a fancy new home, complete with a surveillance system, which gives biologists a bird's-eye vie
Texas Game Wardens Past & Present
Meet some game wardens of the past as we discover an old film that showcases the agency's history. Kathleen Stuman and S
Texas Paddling Trails
There are new paddling trails popping up all over Texas. Grab a canoe or kayak and come along as we check out some of th
Explore Texas State Parks & Historic Sites
Texas state parks are becoming more popular than ever. Here's a sampler of places where you can get away from it all. St
Wildlife in the Lone Star State
Texas is home to a lot of unusual and interesting wildlife. At Houston's Cockrell Butterfly Center, watch as crawling ca
A Diversity of Jobs
When you think of Texas Parks and Wildlife, you might think of game wardens or park rangers or wildlife biologists. We'r
Freshwater Fishing in Texas
Long the domain of the locals, Lake Fork fishes a little bit differently when you're a professional angler trying to mak
Plains Playas, Bastrop State Park, Hang Ten
Grab your surfboard and hang ten in Corpus Christi. We go surfing at a popular spot that locals call Texas Point Break.
Outdoor Inspiration, Dutch Oven Cooks, Moving Bees
Meet a man that loves life to the fullest. Cole Johnson may be legally blind, but he doesn't let his disability slow him
Bass Tracking, Lake Corpus Christi, Kemp's Ridley History
Fisheries biologists are tracking largemouth bass to see if increased fishing pressure is changing fish behavior in ways
Rookery Island, Fishing's Future Founder, Durable Design
Several species of colonial water birds are on the decline in Texas. In Nueces Bay, biologists are working to save erodi
Bat Noses, Mentored Hunt, Environmental Example
A deadly fungal disease killing millions of hibernating bats is spreading through North America, including Texas. Go on
Desert Bighorn, Crappie Guys, Cooking Crappie
Wildlife biologists in West Texas are returning desert bighorn sheep to their historic habitat after being extirpated in
Devils with Dad, State Park Firefighters, Kangaroo Rats
A father and daughter take a paddling trip on the Devils River and make a movie about it. Well, she makes the movie and
Natural Connection, Blanco River Restoration, Fish Habitat
From the brush country of South Texas to the mountains of West Texas, two women have outdoor pursuits as different as th
Bastrop's Back, Gator Hunt, Alligator Chili Relleno
After fires swept through Bastrop State Park in 2011, new CCC like crews came in to help restore the park. Tag along wit
Birding Passion, Collegiate Climbers, Oyster Shell Return
Sheila Hargis says birding and the birding community transformed her life by channeling her enthusiasm for ornithology o
Becoming a Warden, Bee Searcher, Franklins Flying
Zach Stephenson's mom didn't know the first thing about hunting, until she enrolled her son in a youth hunt. Zach's hunt
Lake Mineral Wells Trailway, Field to Fork, Razing Cane
Where trains once traveled, hikers and bikers now reign, on a protected pathway connecting Weatherford and Mineral Wells
Finding Fortlandia, Caprocks Bison, Fort Parker
Remember building a fort as a kid? Join a bunch of first-time fort builders as they get together to build one from recyc
Microfishing, Guadalupe River & Sabine Paddling
Put on a mask and snorkel and explore the tiny, underwater world of microfishing. Visit Guadalupe River State Park to ca
Shrimping, Brazos Bend, Big-Eared Bats
Spend some time on a shrimp boat with a family that has been working Texas waters for decades. Visit Brazos Bend State P
Starry Skies, Brushy Creek, Spooky Wildlife
Witness the wonders of West Texas' starry skies and meet the educator working to keep them that way. Neighbors team toge
Bayou City, Park Barkers, Martin Creek Lake
Meet some of Houston's most dedicated bayou conservationists, striving to keep a city and its water wilderness in better
Deer Dividends on Opening Day, Looking After Land
Residents of many small Texas towns look forward to deer hunting season, for the time it brings with friends and family,
San Pedro Ranch, Winter Trout, Texas Quail
A rich ranching history is sustained on the San Pedro Ranch, where management decisions are made to make the most of eve
Lost Lizards Return, Angler Access, Map Mementos
The San Antonio Zoo raises Texas horned lizards in a bold effort to restore them to the landscape. See how a new partner
Spill Recovery, History Connection & Water for Wildlife
When an oil spill affects our rivers, creeks, or coastline, meet the team that steps in to investigate the impacts to fi
Racing Down a River & Loggerhead Shrikes
Paddle from San Marcos to the Gulf of Mexico, down 260 miles of river, and experience what is called the World's Toughes
Coastal Prairie Stewards, Fish Habitat Help & Biking Big Bend
See how a family raises cattle and preserves wildlife habitat on one of the last tracts of coastal prairie in Texas. Lea
San Angelo Trail-Maker, Moore Ranch Heritage, & Saving Swifts
Meet a mechanic and mountain-biking musician who has been taming trails in San Angelo for decades and who considers the
Weevil Warfare, Getting Kids Outside, & Chimney Creek Ranch
Biologists battle an invasive aquatic plant that threatens Caddo lake, enlisting local conservation groups, volunteer tr
Oystering Life, Duck Ranch, River Keeper
See some of the challenges of oystering over the decades and some of the hopes for the future of the industry and for th
The County Warden, 7 Oaks Ranch, & Austin Warblerns
Learn how one man turned a tragedy from his youth into a career of helping others with a career as a Texas Game Warden.
Bikepacking Journey, Oyster Farming Fan & Conservation Art
Off-road bicycling meets backpacking, as a group tests their endurance and documents their journey. Meet a woman who hop
Rio Grande Valley Reef, Hunting Refuge & Sand Surfing
An artificial reef in the Gulf of Mexico improves fish habitat and the sportfishing and tourism economy. Meet a woman wh
Outdoor Magazine of Texas, Lake Tawakoni & Fishing Tip
Meet those who carry on an 80-year tradition of bringing the Texas outdoors to newsstands everywhere. Lake Tawakoni Stat
Restoring Grassland, Team for Conservation & Catching Carp
The Grassland Restoration Incentive Program helps landowners improve grassland habitat for better wildlife, water, and s
Prairie Wetlands, Arts in Parks & Better Boardwalk
A duck hunter supports waterfowl through prairie wetland habitat, with the help of Ducks Unlimited and other partners. T
First Hunt, Preserving History & Paddlefish
A first-time hunter pursues quail around the state. Meet the team who wrote the book on Hueco Tanks State Park and Histo
Nomadic Photographer, Water Critters & Lockhart State Park
Travel with a photographer chasing her dream to the most awe-inspiring places a tiny camper can be towed. Meet a biologi
Timeless Trail, Happy Multitasker & Wind Power Questions
Travel the trail that settled Texas and see how traffic along the historic route defined the places and cultures we expe
Hueco Tanks, Turkey Trapping, Texas Rat Snake
Visit a desert oasis near El Paso that has drawn visitors for thousands of years. Meet a team trapping and tracking turk
Nature Photographer Memories, Cooper Lake, On-Call Team
A retired policeman finds peace in nature photography, building a second career and a lasting library of beautiful photo
Operation Snap, Cave People & Desert Dunes
Protected alligator snapping turtles are returned to their natural habitats, after the trafficked animals are saved from
Bears Go Home, Camera Trap, & Mountain Trail Builder
See what passes by the trail cameras at Lake Ray Roberts State Park, both day and night. Meet an active retiree who buil
Armored Invasion, Lake Somerville & Beneficial Wetland
Dive into the San Marcos River to learn how spearfishing may be our best defense against an introduced aquarium fish. Vi
White Bass, High Plains Grassland & Big Spring
Tag along on a family outing and see how springtime is the ideal time to fish for white bass in Texas rivers and streams
Feral Pig Cookoff, Quail Ranch & Kickapoo Cavern
See how some South Texans have come up with a tasty way of tackling the feral pig problem. Visit the Quail Ranch, where
Bee Folks, Coastal Prairie Protectors & Fort Boggy
Meet a couple who wanted a property where they could ride their bikes, but who have become habitat creators for native b
Saving Sharks, Indian Springs & Parks on the Air
Sharks are under threat from a global appetite and unregulated fishing. See how biologists study shark health and behavi
Seed Collectors, Wuest Ranch & Sparrow Searchers
Learn how plant experts collect seeds to help propagate rare plants and protect our natural heritage. Visit a Hill Count
Shrinking Sundown, Ebel Grasslands & San Angelo State Park
Meet the people saving an eroding island for nesting birds, in honor of a past protector. Texas' tallgrass prairies have
Hundred-mile Hike, Wagley Ranch & Monarch Motel
Follow along as a young adventurer tackles her first long-distance hike on the longest trail in Texas and feel her trium
Retriever on Trial, Longhorn Cavern & Neighborhood Fishing
Learn what it takes to train a top-level hunting dog and watch the action as these top dogs are put to the test. Take a
Parrot Patrol, Goose Island Pier & Mule Deer Science
Threatened by habitat loss and the pet trade, red-crowned parrots have found a home in South Texas. Follow along as rese
Motorcycling Across Texas, Fort Parker & Dove Hunting
Join two friends traversing Texas from east to west on motorcycles and follow their adventure as they journey from the s
Whooping Crane Science, Cleburne State Park & Butterfly Boosters
Follow along as biologists track endangered whopping cranes to learn how to better protect this species. Visit a park so
Crab Trap Cleanup, Birdy Bastrop & Bobcat City
Find out how an annual cleanup of lost and abandoned crab traps in our coastal bays and waterways helps save crabs and o
Saving Skimmers, Paddling Goliad & Counting Catches
Learn about efforts underway to save one of the most threatened coastal birds in Texas, the black skimmer. Goliad State
Jetty Fishing, Shrimp Science & Roling Camera
Grab a fishing pole and head to a coastal jetty. You're sure to meet other anglers, and you never know what will be biti
Famous Park Trees, Caddo Lake & Collegiate Camper
From majestic oak to towering cypress, get to know a few of the state park system's most famous trees and see what makes
Blue Sucker, Galveston Island & Green Turtle Team
Travel the Colorado River with biologists searching for a rare native fish, the blue sucker. From the surf and dunes of
Walk Across Texas, South Llano River & Corpus Surfers
Dave Roberts didn't know much about Texas, so he decided to weave across it entirely on foot, camping at state parks alo
Retired Tire Fort, Gator Guys & Buescher State Park
Join a team of first-time fort builders as they get together to construct a unique, nature-inspired play structure from
Park History, Fisheries Hall of Famer & Lake Casa Blanca
The State Parks Board was created in 1923, making 2023 the 100th year of Texas's park system. Learn about the history of
Outdoor Friends, Goose Island & Aquatic Habitat Helper
From the brush country of South Texas to the mountains of West Texas, meet two women whose outdoor interests are as diff
Varsity Archery, Yoga Hike, Fish & Oyster Advocate
School sports teach teamwork, focus, and discipline, and archery in school is no different. Follow a team of student arc
Flocking with Friends, Fishing Facilitator & Old Tunnel
How many different birds can be seen in a day, a morning, or from just one spot? Follow some folks who decided to find o
Lights Out for Birds, Lake Mineral Wells & Parks on Exhibit
Follow volunteers monitoring bird injuries and mortalities in downtown Dallas and learn how keeping our lights out durin
Painters for the Parks, Hawk Watcher, East Texas Wilderness
Meet artists commissioned to capture the natural beauty of state parks for enjoyment on canvas and coffee table everywhe
A Weekend at Ray Roberts Lake State Park
Spend a full 24 hours at Ray Roberts Lake State Park and explore why camping families, biking clubs, horse riders, dog w
Prairie Protectors, Operation Snap & Sabine River Paddling
Landowners restore grasslands for wildlife in the Blackland Prairie region of Texas. Protected alligator snapping turtle
Bayou City, State Park Map Art & Gulf Coast Vibes
Meet some of Houston's most dedicated bayou conservationists, striving to keep a city and its watery wilderness in bette
Dutch Oven Club, Wetland Stewards & Hunting Quail
Members of the Lone Star Dutch Oven Society whip up some tasty dishes at Cleburne State Park. By creating new wetlands a
Bear Release, Restoring the Prairie & Plains Playas
An orphaned black bear cub is released at Devils River State Natural Area. Landowners restore native prairies in Fayette
Horned Lizards Return, Cibolo Nature Center & Cooper Lake
The San Antonio Zoo raises Texas horned lizards in a bold effort to restore them to the landscape. The Cibolo Nature Cen
Trail Taming Troubadour, Melton Ranch, Park Arts
Meet a mountain-biking musician who has been taming trails in San Angelo for decades. Paul Melton's knowledge of quail h
Honey Creek, Helping Bats & Prairie Dog Ranch
The Nature Conservancy has worked for decades with landowners, Texas Parks and Wildlife and other partners to conserve o
Protecting Devils, Coastal Classroom & Lake Corpus Christi
Unchecked by dams and protected from groundwater diversion, the ruggedly beautiful Devils River is the wildest, cleanest
Outdoor Inspiration, Shield Ranch & Community Warden
Cole Johnson may be legally blind, but he doesn't let his disability slow him down. At the Shield Ranch, an historic ran
Watching Wildlife, Preservation Partners, Guadalupe River
See what passes by the trail cameras at Lake Ray Roberts State Park, both day and night. A conservationist forms vital p
Song of the Prairie, Angler Access, Hueco Tanks
See and hear the Attwater's prairie chicken and discover how this beautiful bird's destiny is tied to the health of coas
Big Cypress Bayou, Caprock Canyons, Guadalupe Bass
Conservationists are rethinking dam operations in the Big Cypress Bayou region to help restore river flows. Experience t
Birding Enthusiast, Sharing the Harvest, Mission Tejas
Sheila Hargis says birding and the birding community transformed her life by channeling her enthusiasm for ornithology o
Dragonfly Chasers, Hiking Blind, Texas Bison
Dragonflies are fascinating insects and scientists have developed unique methods of tracking them. Blindness Outdoor Lea
Coastal Life, Weekend Hunters, Mineral Wells Trailway
The Texas Youth Hunting Program hosts an archery hunt in the Hill Country. Where trains once traveled, hikers and bikers
Copper Breaks Park, Tracking Bass, Caprock Biking Trails
Copper Breaks State Park offers a variety of wildlife and activities for visitors to explore, most notably stargazing. B
Master iNaturalist, Possum Kingdom & Green Jays
Anybody can use the iNaturalist app to identify plants and animals while also contributing to science. Just an hour west
Fishing Tradition, Sky Island, Park Provider
Follow an angler fishing for dinner and sport in Trinity Bay. The Nature Conservancy has led a 30-year effort to protect
Outdoors Woman, A Longleaf Legacy, Snorkeling Padre
After 30 years of the Becoming an Outdoors Woman workshop, it's time to look back and celebrate this empowering program.
Becoming a Warden, Kemp's Ridley, Bat Conservation
A young man's hunting experiences lead to a career as a Texas game warden. For over 40 years, biologists and volunteers
Paddlefish, Field to Fork, West Texas Steward
Prehistoric paddlefish return to the waters of Caddo Lake and Big Cypress Bayou, and what they may teach us about the im
Trail Runners, Point of Entry, Waco Paddling
Trail runners explore the wilds of Texas and discover a sense of empowerment, community, and adventure. Texas Game Warde
Water Wardens, Clymer Meadow, Franklin Mountains
Clymer Meadow Preserve contains some of the largest and most diverse remnants of the Blackland Prairie. Follow along wit
Dallas Paddling, San Antonio Drinking Water, Art of Texas
San Antonio voters have approved measures to protect the Edwards Aquifer recharge zone, knowing it will provide water fo
Texas Bigfoot, Seminole Canyon, Black Bears
Could there be a Bigfoot in Texas? Myth or mammal, these tall tales draw many to the mysteries of the outdoors. Ancient
Bird Migration, Fishing for Drum & Saving Baffin Bay
On this special episode, head to the coast to explore the sparking waters of the Laguna Madre. This long, narrow bay sys
Gator Guardians, Hunting Las Palomas & Mattox Prairie
Meet a game warden father and his biology professor son who monitor alligators and their ecosystem at Brazos Bend State
Bears Bounce Back, Longhorn Cavern & Southmost Sabals
Black bears, once common across Texas, were extirpated by the 1950s. Today, the species is experiencing a comeback in we
Gravel Roads of Texas, San Angelo State Park, Hawk Watcher
Join two friends traversing Texas on motorcycles and follow their adventure as they explore the state's gravel roads. Tr
Wild Wetlands Paddling Port O'Connor, Eclipse Village
Join some duck hunters at the Justin Hurst Wildlife Management Area and learn how these wetlands are designed for wildli
Watching Whoopers, Fort Boggy & Time Capsule
Birders from all over the world flock to Port Aransas to take part in the annual Texas Whooping Crane Festival. Visit a
Game Warden Gear, Shrimp Science & Biking Big Bend
From airboats to night vision scopes, Gear Up for Game Wardens provides speciality equipment for Texas Game Wardens. Int
Famous Trees, Paddling San Antonio & Fishing Facilitator
From majestic oak to towering cypress, get to know a few of the state park system's most famous trees and see what makes
Nature's Rhythm, Crab Trap Cleanup & Beneficial Wetland
The connection between artistic inspiration and the natural world comes to live in three unique profiles. Find out how a
Skimmer Savers, Paddling Goliad & Pineywoods Family
Learn about efforts underway to save one of the most threatened coastal birds in Texas, the black skimmer. Goliad State
Hueco Rock Rodeo, The Learning Ranch & Parks on the Air
Rock climbers gather at Hueco Tanks State Park for some of the best bouldering on the planet. Volunteers learn how to co
Conserving Water, Archery at School & Free Fishing
As Texas grows and prospers, securing our water future remains a critical priority for sustaining the health and resilie
Seed Collectors, Operation Game Thief & Park History
Discover how plant experts collect seeds to help propagate rare plants and protect our natural heritage. A Texas Game Wa
Conservation Dog Squad, Playa Protector & Jelly Fishing
Meet the Working Dogs for Conservation, a canine team that protects Texas lakes from problematic zebra mussels. Visit th
Patriot Anglers, Oyster Recycling & Cibolo Creek Ranch
Join a support group that uses fly fishing as a form of therapy for veterans living with PTSD. A unique recycling progra
Pocket Prairies, Bird Island & Byler Ranch
Meet a couple who got interested in building "pocket prairies" for native bees and butterflies. Meet the people saving a
Mentor Magic, Fortlandia & Desert Sparrows
Collee students get an education in hunting, fishing, and camping. Join a team of first-time fort builders as they get t
Crazy Ants, White Bass Fishing & Freshwater's Future
Some invasive ants are driving biologists crazy, but new research into control methods is underway at the lab and in the
Armored Catfish, Caddo Lake, Rio Grande Valley Reef
Dive into the San Marcos River to learn how spearfishing may be our best defense against an introduced aquarium fish. Vi
Crayfish Concerns, Mentored Fishing, Cooking Drum
Texas Parks and Wildlife aquatic biologists track a Texas invader, the Australian redclaw crayfish. Newbie anglers disco
Lights Out for Birds, Goose Island, Building a Park
Follow volunteers monitoring bird injuries and moralities in downtown Dallas and learn how keeping our lights out during
Weekend at Ray Roberts Lake State Park
Spend a weekend at Ray Roberts Lake State Park and explore why camping families, biking clubs, horse riders, dog walkers
Alligator Tracking, Goliad Illumination, Habitat Barge
Join a team of scientists as they study the elusive American alligator in the wetlands along the upper Texas coast. Witn
Austin Food Forest, Birding Oasis, Conservation Leader
Volunteers maintain a lush urban greenspace in the middle of downtown Austin. In the driest region of Texas, some ingeni
Flounder Science, Wildlife Selfies, Green Turtle Team
At Sea Center Texas, a saltwater hatchery is producing southern flounder fingerlings to boost populations of this popula
Fishing for Walleye, Dive Team, Javelina Research
The Panhandle's Lake Meredith is known nationwide as one of the South's best walleye fisheries. Candidates try out for a
Bat Rescuers, Birdability, Desert Bighorn Sheep
The Austin Bat Refuge is giving orphaned and injured bats a second chance by rehabilitating them in a safe environment u
Fishing Olympics, Bison Bones, Pocket Prairies
Sea Center Texas hosts the annual Special Olympics fishing contest, where athletes compete to catch the greatest weight
McKinney Falls, RUTA 806, Homeward Bears
McKinney Falls State Park is an urban oasis near the state capital. Motorheads from across the nation pull up to one of
Exploring Padre, Mission Tejas, Bat Cave
A family explores South Padre Island beaches looking for fun above and below the water. Mission Tejas State Park is a na
Opening Day of Deer Season
Residents of many small Texas towns look forward to deer hunting season, for the time it brings with friends and family,
Trail Runners, Seminole Canyon, Wild Hog Cook-Off
Trail runners explore the wilds of Texas and discover a sense of empowerment, community, and adventure. Ancient rock art
Water Bugs, Rolling Plains Wildlife, Turkey Hunter
Meet a biologist that studies some of the two thousand different types of aquatic invertebrates in our rivers and stream
Fireflies, RC Planes, West Texas Stewards
Fireflies still inhabit Texas and there are ways to create habitat for them in your own backyard. RC plane pilots at Lak
Dutch Oven Club, Century Ranch, Youth Bowhunt
Members of the Lone Star Dutch Oven Society whip up some tasty dishes at Cleburne State Park. For 100 years, the 5,600-a
Lone Star Hiking Trail and South Llano River State Park
Follow along as a young adventurer tackles her first long-distance hike on the longest trail in Texas and feel her trium
Coastal Boardwalk, Pineywoods Park, Butterflies
Enjoy the sights and sounds of one of the best birding boardwalks on the coast. A Pineywoods haven invites paddling, hik
Talking to Owls, Biking Caprock Canyons, Birding Padre
Join a team of researchers as they traverse the Davis Mountains in search of owls. Ride along over natural bridges and t
Dove Hunt, Galveston Island State Park, Cooking Shrimp
There are over a million acres of public hunting lands in Texas. Take a look at one of the state's newest wildlife manag
Snapping Turtles, Cooper Lake, Future Fishing Holes
Protected alligator snapping turtles are returned to their natural habitats, after the trafficked animals are saved from
Baffin Bay, Palmetto State Park, Living with Bears
The salty waters of Baffin Bay have long been a fishing hotspot for anglers on the Texas coast, and folks are working ha
Bighorn Lambs, Fledgling Birders, Durable Design
Biologists trek into the backcountry searching for bighorn lambs in the Franklin Mountains. A team of young birders, the
Bee Seeker, Urban Nests, Wade Fishing
A North Texas researcher investigates the health of our most productive native pollinators, and how we might simply help
Greener Gulfton, Ranger Laney, Preaching Taxidermist
A park interpreter goes out of her way to make sure all Dinosaur Valley State Park visitors can find a way to connect wi
Government Canyon, Paddling Trails, Scrappin Valley
Government Canyon State Natural Area provides a crucial source of drinking water for San Antonio residents. Experience t
Chimney Swifts, Master iNaturalist, Centennial Parks Team
Meet a husband-and-wife team that's spent half of their lives working to save the Chimney Swift. Anybody can use the iNa
The Big Sit, Lake Casa Blanca, Fishing Tradition
Birding is a great outdoor hobby that's easy to get into, especially during the Big Sit, where birders of all skill-leve
Tracking CWD, Fishing for Records, Coastal Paddling Trail
Researchers are studying deer and elk movements in the Texas Panhandle to help stop the spread of fatal Chronic Wasting
Camino Real, Ecosystem Engineers, Paddle Point Creek
Travel across Texas on the Camino Real de los Tejas and meet a man on a mission to highlight the history, places, and cu
Texas Birding Classic, Path Planner, Hill Country Rain
A birding team explores the Texas coast in a race to spot the most species during the Great Texas Birding Classic. Acces
Living with Alligators, Lake Whitney, Aspiring Archaeologists
Alligators are native wildlife in Texas, and it is not unusual to see one. Find out what to do if you encounter an allig
Wildlife Dioramas, Operation Game Thief, Helping Pronghorn
At Fair Park in Dallas is a museum that celebrates Texas' rich natural heritage through detailed dioramas. Operation Gam
Hueco Tanks Pictographs, Cedar Hill, Crested Caracara
Archeologists trek into the desert to uncover and preserve ancient pictographs at Hueco Tanks, revealing stories etched
On the Brazos
On this special episode of Texas Parks and Wildlife, we take a trip down the Brazos River. Join two friends as they enjo
Catching Eels, Hunting Tradition, Oyster Farmers
Researchers are getting creative in their methods to study and protect one of the most mysterious fish in Texas waters--
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