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Specks are finicky fish, and when conditions aren’t right catching them can seem nearly impossible. Of course, you may have just woken up at zero-dark-early, launched the boat, then cruised for 10 miles before you found […]

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Is poisoning feral hogs to reduce their numbers one step closer? The following is from the LSU AG Center’s Instagram account. regarding a new paten for a recently tested poison. “After years of research aimed at […]

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The Wild Sheep Foundation (WSF) and its Chapters and Affiliates flash-raised $274,000 to fund a multi-jurisdictional Dall’s sheep project as part of the Carcross Cross-Border Sheep Project initiative. The appeal came during the final evening of […]

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The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service has released its report on 2023 Waterfowl Population Status based on surveys conducted in May and early June by FWS, Canadian Wildlife Service and other partners. Total populations were estimated […]

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What makes a great day of inshore fishing? Lots of action. More redfish. More speckled trout More snook. And, yes, more tarpon! And on those days when the conditions are just right for bright, vibrant lures, […]

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The first offshore wind power lease auction in the Gulf of Mexico will offer a 10 percent credit to developers who contribute to a fisheries compensation fund for commercial and charter fishermen. The August 2023 auction […]

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A recent Supreme Court decision on a significant Clean Water Act case, Sackett vs. EPA, dealt a crippling blow to the future of our nation’s fish and aquatic ecosystems according to officials with The American Fisheries […]

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The Texas State Parks Ambassador Program is accepting applications for the newest class of ambassadors in South and East Texas state parks. Applications close at 11:59 p.m. Sept. 27. “It has been such a joy to see the friendships that […]

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Much of the South, from Texas to Mississippi, saw temperatures of 4 to 6 degrees above normal for the past two weeks. While northeastern Mississippi, Tennessee, northern Arkansas, and northeast Oklahoma, much of the rest of […]

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I already knew that surf fishing was a ton of fun, but somehow through the years I suppose I forgot just how much fun. Then last week my family visited the beach for a week, and […]

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Veranda Luxury Pontoons unveiled its newly redesigned Vertex Series at the 2023 Xpress Boats and Veranda Luxury Pontoons Dealer Meeting.  Veranda Luxury Pontoons, known as the innovator of the patented all-aluminum interlocking deck system, has re-envisioned […]

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Winter weather the week of February 14, 2021, led to fish kill events along the entire Texas coast, serving both as a reminder and an opportunity. It was a reminder that we can only control what […]

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The Louisiana Wildlife and Fisheries Commission (LWFC) amended the Notice of Intent (NOI) to change spotted seatrout size and bag limits.  The commission proposes to amend the original Notice of Intent to a minimum size limit of 13 […]

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The United States Senate unanimously passed the Duck Stamp Modernization Act – legislation to make the Federal Duck Stamp more accessible for waterfowl hunters by authorizing the electronic stamp for use throughout the entire waterfowl hunting […]

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It’s August, which means kids are back in school and the fall hunting and fishing seasons are quickly approaching. Before packing your favorite tackle and camo for trips, be sure to purchase an annual fishing and […]

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As part of its 2023 investment in wild turkey research, the NWTF is helping fund a new project led by Kansas State University; the Kansas Department of Wildlife and Parks; and the U.S. Geological Survey, Kansas Cooperative Fish […]

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CA Texas and Tito’s Handmade Vodka recently teamed up to add an additional five reef beds in the Goose Island State Park Big Tree Unit Living Shoreline project. This recent effort is the fourth phase of deployments […]

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Bajío Reading Sunglasses. Created for anglers who love radically clear lenses for fish spotting and have yet to dive into full prescription sunglasses, but could use a bit more power to focus on the finer details […]

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Using the same proven and patented shark deterrent technology as their popular wearable device, Sharkbanz Fishing (Zeppelin) generates a powerful electromagnetic field. No batteries, No charging. Always ON, and ready to stop the Taxman. Weighing 6.5 […]

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