As they have for the past 33 years, the Texas Big Game Awards celebrate the connection between superlative habitat, responsible hunting and exceptional native wildlife.
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Wildlife
Articles, advice and resources for managing wildlife on your land, including habitat management, deer control and harvesting and wildlife conservation.
Private Lands Summit 2024: Water Resilience For The 21st Century
Demand for water is quickly outstripping supply in Texas—and the predicted shortages will have big environmental and economic impacts for the state.
5 Questions about Lone Star Land Steward Awards
In Texas, 95 percent of the land is privately owned. As a result, the bulk of conservation is achieved by private landowners on their land. Because their voluntary stewardship efforts take place behind their fencelines, their efforts are often unnoticed even though the results of their hard work are critical to all Texans
Small Changes, Big Impact
Small changes can have a
big impact—and that is the
mindset the Texas Wildlife
Association’s (TWA) staff and
volunteer leaders carry into
each new year including 2024.
5 Questions about CWD (Chronic Wasting Disease)
CWD, formally known as Chronic Wasting Disease, is a hot topic of conversation for wildlife agency officials, research scientists, landowners, wildlife managers, hunters and conservation-minded wildlife enthusiasts.
The Voice of Land Stewards
As Texas grows and changes, it is imperative that the voice of Texas’ landowners and land managers be heard over the deafening roar of urban expansion.
Prepping for Hunting Success
It’s the opening day of deer season. You arrive at your favorite blind and get settled in well before shooting light. Morale and anticipation are high.
Black Farrar - August 29, 2023
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Family Land, Water & Wildlife Expeditions
Family Land, Water & Wildlife Expeditions, the Texas Wildlife Association’s newest education program, offers diverse points of connection to the outdoors.“
Marsh-To-Mouth & More
The farm-to-table, or to waterfowlers, the marsh-to-mouth movement has captured people’s tastebuds nationwide.
Gregg Powers - July 5, 2023
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On Fire for Wild Game
The Texas Wildlife Association
is equipping food conscious
Texans with the knowledge
and skills to secure and enjoy
wild game.
Adult Learn to Hunt Program: Helping Strike a Balance
When it comes to hunting, what’s old is new again—and it’s inspiring novice hunters to take to the field to reconnect to the land and their food through TWA’s Adult Learn to Hunt Program.
Hunting for Conservation
Hunting is the lifeblood of conservation and of TWA,” said Larry Weishuhn, a wildlife biologist, professional hunter, author and television personality and co-founder of TWA.
TWA + TALT: Better Together
TWA and TALT know the power of partnerships. The organizations recently combined forces to host “The Wild West of Ecosystem Services.” The daylong seminar was the most recent installment of TWA’s Private Lands Summit. Through the collaboration, the groups leveraged their assets and expertise to guide landowners through the new frontier.
Maximizing Your Hunting Property
Sitting down with Dr. Grant Woods and discussing land improvements for hunting is like being fed by a firehose. Dr. Woods is a wildlife biologist specializing in deer management and is capable of sharing more knowledge in an hour than most landowners or hunters will accumulate in a lifetime.
Mac Christain, CMO, National Land Realty - June 30, 2022
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Standing on Common Ground
This article is featured in the Summer 2022 issue of Texas LAND magazine. Click here to find out more. Founded in 1985, the Texas Wildlife Association (TWA) focuses on private landowners and their ethical relationship to the land. “In Texas where 95 percent of the land is privately owned, the voluntary stewardship efforts of private landowners […]
More Than Big Bucks
The article is featured in the Spring 2022 issue of Texas LAND magazine. Click here to find out more. Yeah, but nothing’s ever gonna top that crazy mule deer of David’s back in 2001,” one hunter tells the others gathered around the post-hunt campfire, vainly attempting to use his fingers and some broken twigs to describe […]
Megan Radke - March 4, 2022
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Wildlife Partners: Profit in Conservation
No longer just a hobby for the rich, non-native wildlife has found its way into the hands of capitalists. As a result, critically endangered species from across the globe are thriving in private hands. Investors are claiming profits and their actions are saving wildlife for generations to come.
Exotic Exposé: Bongo Antelope
An up-close look at exotic wildlife
Austin Trophy Whitetails
With a 6,000-square-foot lodge that sleeps up to 24 as well as a private condo, Austin Trophy Whitetails pushes comfort into the realm of luxurious, rustic elegance. Impeccably decorated with an eye to the outdoors, the accommodations feature warm wood, native stone, high-end furnishings and fixtures that showcase artistic taxidermy representing species from around the world from Varner’s personal hunting expeditions. Unique décor, such as bar stools crafted from full-size western saddles, remind guests they are in the heart of the Lone Star State.
Exotic Exposé: Grevy Zebra
An up-close look at exotic wildlife
