Texas oyster season starts November 1 with limits due to low populations from environmental impacts; TPWD to open 10 of 28 areas to ensure sustainability.

Austin closes Lake Walter E. Long boat ramps indefinitely due to low water levels, affecting boaters but not canoe or kayak enthusiasts. The lake's water usage by the Decker Power Plant and infrastructure upgrades are factors in the closure.

The Texas waterfowl hunting season is looking favorable, with a 5% rise in duck numbers and an exceptional 55% increase for the American wigeon. Despite a delay due to warm weather, the season starts with special dates for certain groups.

The Texas Parks and Wildlife TV series is entering its 40th season, featuring a wide variety of stories on Texas' outdoors, conservation efforts, and natural heritage. The Emmy-winning show reaches audiences across multiple platforms.

Enchanted Rock State Natural Area in Texas grows by 630 acres, now totaling 1,980 acres, thanks to a 2019 voter-approved sales tax allocation for state parks.

Texas celebrates National Hunting and Fishing Day, with TPWD emphasizing the contributions of hunters and anglers to conservation and the state's economy.

The Texas Parks and Wildlife Department upgraded its paddling trails website, enhancing the digital experience for exploring Texas' 81 paddle trails, ahead of World Rivers Day.

Barton Springs Pool in Austin reopens after urgent repairs to a hazardous pipe are completed, ensuring safety for swimmers and minimal disruption to the habitat of endangered salamanders.

The TPWD anticipates a promising archery season for white-tailed deer in Texas, with good conditions leading to healthy deer and new regulations for CWD management.

Repairs at Barton Springs Pool are underway after leaks were found, with no reopening date set as the city focuses on safety and environmental concerns.

The Texas Parks and Wildlife Department's HAAP is calling for proposals to improve freshwater fishing and access in Texas, with a funding deadline from Sept 16 to Mar 31.

Austin Parks and Recreation Department invites the public to a ribbon-cutting for Bull Creek Park's new improvements on September 17 at 10 a.m. at 6701 Lakewood Dr.

The Brushy Creek North Fork Trail is nearing completion in Cedar Park, adding a flood-resilient multi-use path but disrupting existing trails, with local advocates planning to rebuild affected areas.