Happy Halloween. We got some great true ghost stories for you in our October issue. tpwmagazine.com/archive/2020/o…

We are thrilled to announce our 9 Readers' Choice finalists from the over 7,000 photos submitted in our summer photo contest, In the Wildhood! And we need YOUR help to select the winner. Voting is now open until 5PM Thanksgiving Day at tpwmagazine.com/wildhood. #photocontest

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www.tpwmagazine/wildhood Today is the last day to vote for the 9 Readers' Choice Award finalists that will be published in the Jan/Feb issue as part of the #InTheWildhood photo contest from this summer. #photocontest #lifeisbetteroutside

For 125 years, "Law Enforcement Off the Pavement" has been more than a motto for Texas game wardens - it's the core of what they do to protect Texans and the state's natural resources. Read about their history in the December issue.

It might look plain but there's nothing ordinary about its call. Read about the plain chachalaca in today's Feathered Friday. tpwmag.com/2020/12/feathe…

In honor of the 125th anniversary of our game wardens, we've created three free paper toy wardens you can print and make at home. Visit tpwmagazine.com/paperwardens to download full instructions and patterns. #christmasornament #familyproject #paperdolls

Many fear this species and don't understand they are extremely important in the ecosystem by controlling small mammal populations, which in turn prevents crop damage by rodents and the spread of diseases. Photo by Heather Eaton #texassnakes

In the December issue read the story of how Palo Pinto Mountains State Park came to be and how it may look in the future. This tale is many years in the making, with a multifaceted cast of characters and a convoluted plot line. #makingofanewstatepark #palopintocountytexas

Theres' been a jump in hunting during the pandemic, as people are drawn to being outside and harvesting their own food. Hunting is an integral part of wildlife conservation and it's drawing national attention. Here's more on the story: tpwmag.com/2020/12/increa… #texashunting

Sandhill cranes are welcome Winter Texans! Find out more about these magnificent birds in the December issue, and look for more photos of these graceful beauties in today's Feathered Friday. tpwmag.com/2020/12/feathe… #sandhillcranes #texaswinterbirds

In a time when we could all use somewhere to escape for some carefree playtime, Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center has a perfect place to take the family for hours of outdoor adventure: Fortlandia exhibit (til Jan 31). Must make online reservations at wildflower.org/fortlandia.

Each Texas town has their own spin on the holidays. Read about how Abilene, the storybook capital of America, transforms into a charming holiday destination every December. tpwmagazine.com/archive/2020/d… #texaschristmas #childrensillustrationsinholidaylights

Our gift to you — a virtual tour of Texas holiday lights. Enjoy Austin, Burnet, Lampasas, San Saba, Abilene, Johnson City and Wimberley from the comfort of your home. And Happy Holidays from the staff of Texas Parks & Wildlife magazine! tpwmag.com/2020/12/holida…

Meet the December bloomer. Drummond's aster, a member of the sunflower family, can be seen blooming into the new year from Dallas-Fort Worth south. tpwmagazine.com/archive/2020/d…

Every March, a showstopper blooms in the Hill Country. This beautiful bloomer is the escarpment black cherry. tpwmagazine.com/archive/2021/m…

Anglers report they haven’t been catching bass as often, despite healthy fish populations in lakes. A new TPWD study is tracking the movements and behaviors of largemouth bass to figure out what’s going on. tpwmagazine.com/archive/2021/m…