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Episode 26, Season 41 of Texas Parks & Wildlife, a weekly PBS series about the great outdoors. Archaeologists trek into the desert to uncover and preserve ancient pictographs at Hueco Tanks, revealing stories etched in rock long ago. Explore the diverse outdoor experiences at Cedar Hill State Park, from prairie hikes to mountain biking, accessible trails, camping, and fishing. The Crested Caracara is one of the most intriguing raptors soaring the skies of Texas.
Hueco Tanks Pictographs - 1:40
Journey into the rugged beauty of Hueco Tanks State Park, where archaeologists uncover pictographs etched into desert stone—revealing ancient stories and the cutting-edge techniques used to preserve them for future generations
Cedar Hill State Park - 8:33
Just outside the DFW Metroplex, Cedar Hill State Park offers an unexpected escape into wide-open prairies, winding trails, and quiet lakeshores. From fast-paced rides on DORBA mountain bike trails to inclusive hikes designed for all abilities, there is a lot to explore.
Wild Things: Crested Caracara - 13:31
Across the skies of Texas, roams an unusual bird that is often subject to mistaken identity. The Crested Carcara is raptor that looks like a hawk, acts like a vulture, but is actually a falcon! If we take a closer look, we can examine the behaviors of this bird and observe some of its magnificent personality.
Port of Entry - 16:05
The Lincoln-Juarez International Bridge at the Laredo Port of Entry teems with a steady influx of passenger vehicles, buses, and freight. It’s one of the busiest international crossings along the United States-Mexico border, and Texas Game Wardens are helping check for illegally transported game and fish resources.
Bring Back a Coastal Prairie -18:11
Ten acres remained of a 500-acre coastal prairie restoration at Sheldon Lake State Park in North Houston. The park needed funds to complete it. A new agreement between the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department and the Texas Department of Transportation provided the funds. Find out how this collaboration helped bring back a coastal prairie and the value it has to plants, animals and people.
Postcard From Texas: Coastal Prairie -23:52
Enjoy a day at this pristine coastal prairie, cared for by the University of Houston Coastal Center.
Chapters:
Intro - 00:00
Rock Art - 1:40
Cedar Hill SP - 8:33
Crested Caracara - 13:31
Laredo Port Crossing - 16:05
Prairie Restoration - 18:11
Coastal Prairie - 23:52
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Episode 26, Season 40, Program 3426 Air Dates: March 29-April 4, 2026 & October 11-17, 2026
When to watch on Texas PBS stations: tpwd.texas.gov/newsmedia/tv/tvwhere.phtml
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Episode 26, Season 41 of Texas Parks & Wildlife, a weekly PBS series about the great outdoors. Archaeologists trek into the desert to uncover and preserve ancient pictographs at Hueco Tanks, revealing stories etched in rock long ago. Explore the diverse outdoor experiences at Cedar Hill State Park, from prairie hikes to mountain biking, accessible trails, camping, and fishing. The Crested Caracara is one of the most intriguing raptors soaring the skies of Texas.
Hueco Tanks Pictographs - 1:40
Journey into the rugged beauty of Hueco Tanks State Park, where archaeologists uncover pictographs etched into desert stone—revealing ancient stories and the cutting-edge techniques used to preserve them for future generations
Cedar Hill State Park - 8:33
Just outside the DFW Metroplex, Cedar Hill State Park offers an unexpected escape into wide-open prairies, winding trails, and quiet lakeshores. From fast-paced rides on DORBA mountain bike trails to inclusive hikes designed for all abilities, there is a lot to explore.
Wild Things: Crested Caracara - 13:31
Across the skies of Texas, roams an unusual bird that is often subject to mistaken identity. The Crested Carcara is raptor that looks like a hawk, acts like a vulture, but is actually a falcon! If we take a closer look, we can examine the behaviors of this bird and observe some of its magnificent personality.
Port of Entry - 16:05
The Lincoln-Juarez International Bridge at the Laredo Port of Entry teems with a steady influx of passenger vehicles, buses, and freight. It’s one of the busiest international crossings along the United States-Mexico border, and Texas Game Wardens are helping check for illegally transported game and fish resources.
Bring Back a Coastal Prairie -18:11
Ten acres remained of a 500-acre coastal prairie restoration at Sheldon Lake State Park in North Houston. The park needed funds to complete it. A new agreement between the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department and the Texas Department of Transportation provided the funds. Find out how this collaboration helped bring back a coastal prairie and the value it has to plants, animals and people.
Postcard From Texas: Coastal Prairie -23:52
Enjoy a day at this pristine coastal prairie, cared for by the University of Houston Coastal Center.
Chapters:
Intro - 00:00
Rock Art - 1:40
Cedar Hill SP - 8:33
Crested Caracara - 13:31
Laredo Port Crossing - 16:05
Prairie Restoration - 18:11
Coastal Prairie - 23:52
Share a story from this episode:
youtu.be/zZG12eY1jSE
youtu.be/oFJwVgFP_B8
youtu.be/KmBeLFo8K3Y
youtu.be/3A4Ci5MD0hg
youtu.be/4LEZfVQpP3k
Episode 26, Season 40, Program 3426 Air Dates: March 29-April 4, 2026 & October 11-17, 2026
When to watch on Texas PBS stations: tpwd.texas.gov/newsmedia/tv/tvwhere.phtml
Join us on Facebook: facebook.com/texasparksandwildlife
Join us on Instagram: instagram.com/texasparkswildlife
#texasoutdoors #outdooradventure #outdoors #texas #nature #documentary #fullepisode #texasstateparks #stateparks #statepark
