Texas Parks and Wildlife
Palmetto State Park
updated
tpwd.texas.gov/publichunting
#hunting #texashunting
To report bear sightings got to:
Find a Wildlife Biologist
tpwd.texas.gov/landwater/land/technical_guidance/biologists
Find a Game Warden
tpwd.texas.gov/warden/game-warden-list.phtml
00:00 – Intro, bears recolonizing the Texas
00:18 – Most human-bear conflicts result from access to human food sources
00:38 – Important to prevent bears from becoming human food -conditioned
01:12 – Bears attracted to similar foods as raccoons
01:32 – Tips to reduce attractants at home
02:16 – Bear-resistant dumpsters
03:29 – Temporarily solutions for securing dumpsters
04:38 – The Unwelcome Mat
06:10 – Report bear sightings
The Ballad of John Talley - 1:20
Meet a mechanic and mountain-biking musician who has been taming trails in San Angelo for decades and who considers the local state park a hidden treasure.
Lone Star Land Steward: Melton Ranch - 12:25
Paul Melton’s knowledge of quail habitats and his own land management practices have made him a leader in the quail conservation community.
Arts in the Parks - 14:53
The beauty of a natural place takes on fresh dimension and draws some different crowds when arts activities like sculpture, painting and photography, are paired with parks.
Postcard From Texas: Bracken Cave - 23:59
Bracken Cave is home to the world’s largest Mexican free-tailed bat colony and consist of more than 15 million bats that fly out each night between March and October before migrating down south.
Chapters:
Intro - 00:00
Ballad of John Talley - 1:20
Melton Ranch - 12:25
Arts in the Parks - 14:53
Bracken Cave - 23:59
Stories from this episode:
youtu.be/Kj4eR2Ck4Qs
youtu.be/Lg7AA4-Oo-Y
youtu.be/mmyGEfGkPW4
Episode 6, Season 39, Program 3206
Air Dates: November 12-18, 2023 & May 12-18, 2024
When to watch on Texas PBS stations: tpwd.texas.gov/newsmedia/tv/tvwhere.phtml
Stories from this episode:
youtu.be/EB-mf-gjhVw
youtu.be/SqY4MWIYKZA
youtu.be/RvV4o4ApoVk
When to watch on Texas PBS stations: tpwd.texas.gov/newsmedia/tv/tvwhere.phtml
Horned Lizard Homecoming - 1:20
The San Antonio Zoo breeds threatened Texas horned lizards with the hope of restoring them to landscapes that may once again support them. See some captive lizards take their first steps of freedom in this bold experiment.
Lone Star Land Steward: Cibolo Nature Center - 10:53
Cibolo Nature Center offers miles of trails through an array of ecosystems while helping preserve the important Cibolo Creek watershed. Once a neglected dump it’s now an open park that gives folks a natural escape and a place to recharge.
Nurture The Nueces - 13:52
Several species of colonial water birds are on the decline in Texas and now work is underway to help them. In Nueces Bay, biologists are working to save eroding bird nesting islands.
Cooper Lake - 18:33
Since first opening in the 1990s, Cooper Lake State Park has become an outdoor recreation hotspot in Northeast Texas. Fishing, hiking, swimming and camping are just a few things to do in and around the 20,000-acre lake.
Postcard From Texas: Frigid Falls - 24:09
Things are getting icy on this cold winter day at McKinney Falls State Park.
Chapters:
Intro - 00:00
Horned Lizard Homecoming - 1:20
Cibolo Nature Center - 10:53
Nurture The Nueces - 13:52
Cooper Lake - 18:33
Frigid Falls - 24:09
Stories from this episode:
youtu.be/pj3Q8KZ72_w
youtu.be/pvxGZEem2a8
youtu.be/AAzCsfhKcyQ
youtu.be/HaDHmxwDEoc
Episode 5, Season 39, Program 3205
Air Dates: November 5 - 11, 2023 & May 5 - 11, 2024
When to watch on Texas PBS stations: tpwd.texas.gov/newsmedia/tv/tvwhere.phtml
Stories from this episode:
youtu.be/2wwHmcA3_Vg
youtu.be/PhNeBextrNg
When to watch on Texas PBS stations: tpwd.texas.gov/newsmedia/tv/tvwhere.phtml
The November 2, 2023, open meeting of the Texas Parks and Wildlife Commission will be held in person and by teleconference at the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department (TPWD) Austin Headquarters, 4200 Smith School Road, Austin, Texas 78744. The public may listen to the meeting by calling the toll-free number (888) 251-2949, Access code: 4113408#, or by accessing the TPWD website at:
tpwd.texas.gov/business/feedback/meetings/2024/1102/agenda/.
Instructions on submission of comments in writing:
The public may provide written comments on items labeled “ACTION” on the Commission meeting agenda. Online written comments may be submitted through the TPWD website at:
tpwd.texas.gov/business/feedback/public_comment/. Written comments on paper may be hand delivered or mailed to James Murphy, General Counsel, Texas Parks and Wildlife Department, 4200 Smith School Road, Austin, Texas 78744. Written comments must be received by TPWD no later than 8:00 a.m. on Thursday, November 2, 2023.
Instructions on providing oral comments by teleconference:
The public may register online to speak and provide oral comments to the Commission on items labeled “ACTION” on the Commission meeting agenda. You must complete and submit a registration form and choose one “ACTION” item per registration form. If you wish to speak on more than one item, you must submit a separate registration form for each item. Registration forms must be completed and submitted no later than noon on Wednesday, November 1. Late registration could result in missing the opportunity to comment orally by teleconference. After submission of the registration form, you will receive instructions and a phone number to provide your comments. Public testimony will normally be limited to three minutes per person on each item labeled “ACTION” during the Commission meeting.
Instructions on providing oral comments in person:
The public may register to speak and provide oral comments in person to the Commission on items labeled “ACTION” on the Commission meeting agenda. Registration begins at 8:00 a.m. on Thursday, November 2. Public testimony will normally be limited to three minutes per person on each item labeled “ACTION” during the Commission meeting.
Instructions on accommodation requests:
If you have questions or concerns about public participation in this meeting or would like to request an accommodation or informational materials in an alternative form, please contact Dee Halliburton at (512) 389-4802. Individuals with hearing or speech impairments may contact TPWD on a Text Telephone (TDD) at (512) 389-8915 or by Relay Texas at 7-1-1 or (800) 735-2989.
NOTICE REGARDING ADDITIONAL INFORMATION ABOUT AGENDA ITEMS
Additional information about the agenda items listed above is available on the TPWD website at:
tpwd.texas.gov
NOTICE REGARDING ORDER OF AGENDA ITEMS
Items may be taken up in an order other than that listed on the agenda.
NOTICE REGARDING EXECUTIVE SESSION
In addition to the items for which an Executive Session is scheduled, the Commission may meet in Executive (Closed) Session on any item listed above if authorized by the Texas Open Meetings Act, Texas Government Code, Chapter 551.
NOTICE REGARDING NON-DISCRIMINATION
TPWD receives federal assistance from the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service and other federal agencies. TPWD is therefore subject to Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, the Age Discrimination Act of 1975, and Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, in addition to state anti-discrimination laws. TPWD will comply with state and federal laws prohibiting discrimination based on race, color, national origin, age, sex, or disability.
If you believe that you have been discriminated against in any TPWD program, activity, or event, you may contact Patty David, Human Resources Division Director, Texas Parks and Wildlife Department, 4200 Smith School Road, Austin, Texas 78744, (512) 389-4808, patty.david@tpwd.texas.gov. Alternatively, you may contact the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, Office of Diversity and Inclusive Workforce Management, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, 5275 Leesburg Pike, Falls Church, Virginia 22041.
The November 2, 2023, open meeting of the Texas Parks and Wildlife Commission will be held in person and by teleconference at the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department (TPWD) Austin Headquarters, 4200 Smith School Road, Austin, Texas 78744. The public may listen to the meeting by calling the toll-free number (888) 251-2949, Access code: 4113408#, or by accessing the TPWD website at:
tpwd.texas.gov/business/feedback/meetings/2024/1102/agenda/.
Instructions on submission of comments in writing:
The public may provide written comments on items labeled “ACTION” on the Commission meeting agenda. Online written comments may be submitted through the TPWD website at:
tpwd.texas.gov/business/feedback/public_comment/. Written comments on paper may be hand delivered or mailed to James Murphy, General Counsel, Texas Parks and Wildlife Department, 4200 Smith School Road, Austin, Texas 78744. Written comments must be received by TPWD no later than 8:00 a.m. on Thursday, November 2, 2023.
Instructions on providing oral comments by teleconference:
The public may register online to speak and provide oral comments to the Commission on items labeled “ACTION” on the Commission meeting agenda. You must complete and submit a registration form and choose one “ACTION” item per registration form. If you wish to speak on more than one item, you must submit a separate registration form for each item. Registration forms must be completed and submitted no later than noon on Wednesday, November 1. Late registration could result in missing the opportunity to comment orally by teleconference. After submission of the registration form, you will receive instructions and a phone number to provide your comments. Public testimony will normally be limited to three minutes per person on each item labeled “ACTION” during the Commission meeting.
Instructions on providing oral comments in person:
The public may register to speak and provide oral comments in person to the Commission on items labeled “ACTION” on the Commission meeting agenda. Registration begins at 8:00 a.m. on Thursday, November 2. Public testimony will normally be limited to three minutes per person on each item labeled “ACTION” during the Commission meeting.
Instructions on accommodation requests:
If you have questions or concerns about public participation in this meeting or would like to request an accommodation or informational materials in an alternative form, please contact Dee Halliburton at (512) 389-4802. Individuals with hearing or speech impairments may contact TPWD on a Text Telephone (TDD) at (512) 389-8915 or by Relay Texas at 7-1-1 or (800) 735-2989.
NOTICE REGARDING ADDITIONAL INFORMATION ABOUT AGENDA ITEMS
Additional information about the agenda items listed above is available on the TPWD website at:
tpwd.texas.gov
NOTICE REGARDING ORDER OF AGENDA ITEMS
Items may be taken up in an order other than that listed on the agenda.
NOTICE REGARDING EXECUTIVE SESSION
In addition to the items for which an Executive Session is scheduled, the Commission may meet in Executive (Closed) Session on any item listed above if authorized by the Texas Open Meetings Act, Texas Government Code, Chapter 551.
NOTICE REGARDING NON-DISCRIMINATION
TPWD receives federal assistance from the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service and other federal agencies. TPWD is therefore subject to Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, the Age Discrimination Act of 1975, and Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, in addition to state anti-discrimination laws. TPWD will comply with state and federal laws prohibiting discrimination based on race, color, national origin, age, sex, or disability.
If you believe that you have been discriminated against in any TPWD program, activity, or event, you may contact Patty David, Human Resources Division Director, Texas Parks and Wildlife Department, 4200 Smith School Road, Austin, Texas 78744, (512) 389-4808, patty.david@tpwd.texas.gov. Alternatively, you may contact the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, Office of Diversity and Inclusive Workforce Management, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, 5275 Leesburg Pike, Falls Church, Virginia 22041.
The November 2, 2023, open meeting of the Texas Parks and Wildlife Commission will be held in person and by teleconference at the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department (TPWD) Austin Headquarters, 4200 Smith School Road, Austin, Texas 78744. The public may listen to the meeting by calling the toll-free number (888) 251-2949, Access code: 4113408#, or by accessing the TPWD website at:
tpwd.texas.gov/business/feedback/meetings/2024/1102/agenda/.
Instructions on submission of comments in writing:
The public may provide written comments on items labeled “ACTION” on the Commission meeting agenda. Online written comments may be submitted through the TPWD website at:
tpwd.texas.gov/business/feedback/public_comment/. Written comments on paper may be hand delivered or mailed to James Murphy, General Counsel, Texas Parks and Wildlife Department, 4200 Smith School Road, Austin, Texas 78744. Written comments must be received by TPWD no later than 8:00 a.m. on Thursday, November 2, 2023.
Instructions on providing oral comments by teleconference:
The public may register online to speak and provide oral comments to the Commission on items labeled “ACTION” on the Commission meeting agenda. You must complete and submit a registration form and choose one “ACTION” item per registration form. If you wish to speak on more than one item, you must submit a separate registration form for each item. Registration forms must be completed and submitted no later than noon on Wednesday, November 1. Late registration could result in missing the opportunity to comment orally by teleconference. After submission of the registration form, you will receive instructions and a phone number to provide your comments. Public testimony will normally be limited to three minutes per person on each item labeled “ACTION” during the Commission meeting.
Instructions on providing oral comments in person:
The public may register to speak and provide oral comments in person to the Commission on items labeled “ACTION” on the Commission meeting agenda. Registration begins at 8:00 a.m. on Thursday, November 2. Public testimony will normally be limited to three minutes per person on each item labeled “ACTION” during the Commission meeting.
Instructions on accommodation requests:
If you have questions or concerns about public participation in this meeting or would like to request an accommodation or informational materials in an alternative form, please contact Dee Halliburton at (512) 389-4802. Individuals with hearing or speech impairments may contact TPWD on a Text Telephone (TDD) at (512) 389-8915 or by Relay Texas at 7-1-1 or (800) 735-2989.
NOTICE REGARDING ADDITIONAL INFORMATION ABOUT AGENDA ITEMS
Additional information about the agenda items listed above is available on the TPWD website at:
tpwd.texas.gov
NOTICE REGARDING ORDER OF AGENDA ITEMS
Items may be taken up in an order other than that listed on the agenda.
NOTICE REGARDING EXECUTIVE SESSION
In addition to the items for which an Executive Session is scheduled, the Commission may meet in Executive (Closed) Session on any item listed above if authorized by the Texas Open Meetings Act, Texas Government Code, Chapter 551.
NOTICE REGARDING NON-DISCRIMINATION
TPWD receives federal assistance from the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service and other federal agencies. TPWD is therefore subject to Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, the Age Discrimination Act of 1975, and Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, in addition to state anti-discrimination laws. TPWD will comply with state and federal laws prohibiting discrimination based on race, color, national origin, age, sex, or disability.
If you believe that you have been discriminated against in any TPWD program, activity, or event, you may contact Patty David, Human Resources Division Director, Texas Parks and Wildlife Department, 4200 Smith School Road, Austin, Texas 78744, (512) 389-4808, patty.david@tpwd.texas.gov. Alternatively, you may contact the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, Office of Diversity and Inclusive Workforce Management, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, 5275 Leesburg Pike, Falls Church, Virginia 22041.
Two Bears Go Home - 1:20
A mother black bear is killed in Del Rio, making an orphan of her cub, while a second bear is rescued from other perils. Both bears are rehabilitated at a wildlife rescue facility in New Mexico and returned to Texas in a much safer spot to roam—Devils River State Natural Area.
Lone Star Land Steward: Kocurek Farm - 7:14
Once spanning millions of acres across Texas, native prairies now only make up a small portion of the state. Gary and Diana Kocurek have devoted hundreds of hours to restore live oak savannah and blackland prairie habitats on their small piece of property in Fayette County. And they hope the restoration movement spreads beyond their property line.
Government Canyon State Natural Area - 10:11
Hit the trails at Government Canyon State Natural Area, with hiking, biking, and birding. And see what makes this 12,000-acre wild urban escape unique.
Playas for the Plains - 14:13
Many playa lakes of the Southern Plains have been plowed under cropland, silted over, or diverted into irrigation pits. But the value of these shallow lakes for groundwater recharge and wildlife habitat has landowners and conservation groups working together to restore playa lakes for the Plains and the future of its economy and biodiversity.
Postcard From Texas: On the Edwards Plateau - 24:08
Meditate on the details of the natural landscape of the Edwards Plateau.
Chapters:
Intro - 00:00
Bear Release - 1:20
Kocurek Farm - 7:14
Government Canyon State Natural Area - 10:11
Playas for the Plains - 14:13
Edwards Plateau - 24:08
Stories from this episode:
youtu.be/ZGsghZ1Jiek
youtu.be/rsouCc7q5y0
youtu.be/KflNeXpaEXA
youtu.be/K_hLe6Zvjh0
youtu.be/BtAFy357lwA
Episode 4, Season 39, Program 3204
Air Dates: October 29 - November 4 & April 28 - May 4, 2024
When to watch on Texas PBS stations: tpwd.texas.gov/newsmedia/tv/tvwhere.phtml
To find a local Texas Parks and Wildlife Biologist go to: tpwd.texas.gov/landwater/land/technical_guidance/biologists
00:00 – Intro- bears are recolonizing Texas
00:17 – bears are especially hungry when deer feeders are being filled
01:09 – a simple solution is to electrify feeders and fences
01:26 – two designs
01:48 – the 5 hot wire fence
03:25 – does not hurt animals
03:37 – the electrified spin cast feeder
04:36 – parts for both are easy to find
05:36 – bears are Native Texans
#texasoutdoors #TexasHunting #HuntingDogs
Stories from this episode:
youtu.be/matCg9Y0vPY
youtu.be/UZCY7fvqpuk
youtu.be/EtLxhuBs2t4
youtu.be/blpxEJIOfTk
When to watch on Texas PBS stations: tpwd.texas.gov/newsmedia/tv/tvwhere.phtml
Ingredients:
3 lbs wild turkey legs/breast
Vegetable Oil
Kosher or sea salt to taste
1 onion, peeled and halved
8 to 10 cups water
14 whole, raw chestnuts
1 lb butternut squash, cut into large cubes
1 (15.5 Oz) can of great northern beans , drained and rinsed
10 juniper berries, toasted and
1 1⁄2 - 2 cups hominy, drained ground
Fresh mint, chopped
Freshly cracked pepper
Notes from the Chef:
Sobaheg means "stew" to the Wampanoag (wamp-u-nuck), a Native American tribe that inhabited present-day southern Massachusetts and eastern Rhode Island.
Chef Bio - Jenny Nguyen-Wheatley:
Jenny, who immigrated to the US from Vietnam, was first introduced to hunting in college and started a cooking website, Food for Hunters. Since then, Jenny has written for numerous hunting and outdoor magazines, and co-authored – with her husband,Rick Wheatley, – the book, Hunting for Food: Guide to Harvesting, Field Dressing and Cooking Wild Game.
Steps:
SEASON & SEAR MEAT
Coat the bottom of a large heavy-bottomed pot with cooking oil and heat over medium. Take meat and pat dry with paper towels and cut into cubes. Next season generously with salt and pepper and set aside. Brown for a nice sear on all sides— in batches.
BRING TO BOIL,THEN SIMMER
Return all the meat to the pot and cover with water. Add the halved onion. Bring to a boil and scrape the bottom of the pot with a wooden spoon. Simmer covered for about 3-4 hours, or until all the meat becomes tender.
CUT & BOIL CHESTNUT SHELL
While the meat cooks, cut across each chestnut shell and cover with water in a small saucepan. Boil chestnuts for 20 minutes.
PEEL CHESTNUTS
Remove from heat. Working 2 or 3 nuts at a time, leaving the rest in the hot water while you work, peel off the outer hard shell and the inner paper-like membrane; the membrane becomes difficult to peel when cooled even slightly.
GRIND CHESTNUTS
Transfer all chestnuts to a food processor and grind as finely as possible. Set aside.
DISCARD BONES & ONION
Back to the stew: Remove meat from bones, if any, and discard bones. Discard onion.
ADD SQUASH, BEANS, & HOMINY
Stir in butternut squash, hominy, beans and ground chestnuts. Simmer for
about 10-15 minutes, or until squash becomes tender but not mushy. Simmer longer for a thicker stew or use more ground nuts. For a thinner stew, add water or chicken stock.
SEASON & SERVE
Coat the bottom of a large heavy- bottomed pot with cooking oil and heat over medium. Take meat and pat dry with paper towels and cut into cubes. Next season generously with salt and pepper and set aside. Brown for a nice sear on all sides-- in batches.
#recipe #eatwild
Dutch Oven Devotees - 1:20
Members of the Lone Star Dutch Oven Society whip up some tasty dishes at Cleburne State Park.
Birding in the Brushlands - 7:36
Join a group of Harlingen high school students as they discover birding. These South Texas teens realize they have some amazing birds right in their own backyard.
Prairie Rose Ranch - 12:11
For over thirty years Ronald Gard and his family have made Prairie Rose Ranch a haven for wildlife. They manage a complex network of wetlands, inviting migratory birds to raise their young as well as providing some excellent fishing. Restoring this oak savanna provides habitat for wildlife and great photo opportunities for shutterbugs like Ron.
Stewarding the Future of Hunting - 15:41
An outdoor guide introduces Ashley Taylor, a first-time hunter, to the traditions of quail hunting in habitats around the state through the Stewards of the Wild program.
Skill Builders: Safe Zone of Fire - 22:15
When hunting in a group, each hunter has a safe zone of fire. Find out how to determine where that safe zone is, and why it’s so important.
Postcard From Texas: Frost Creek - 24:15
The leaves are falling around Frost Creek in East Texas.
Chapters:
Intro - 00:00
Dutch Oven Devotees - 1:20
Birding in the Brushlands - 7:36
Prairie Rose Ranch - 12:11
Stewarding the Future of Hunting - 15:41
Skill Builders: Safe Zone of Fire - 22:15
Postcard From Texas: Frost Creek - 24:15
Stories from this episode:
youtu.be/Va9o_ExQcRM
youtu.be/08Ud1vvSolQ
youtu.be/vWV8v6gWfdw
youtu.be/5N0IEeaj_rs
youtu.be/y1VWIQaM2bo
youtu.be/zGSlwROt8ZQ
Episode 3, Season 39, Program 3203
Air Dates: October 22-28, 2023 & April 21-27, 2024
When to watch on Texas PBS stations: tpwd.texas.gov/newsmedia/tv/tvwhere.phtml
Stories from this episode:
youtu.be/BH54JA5ldNM
youtu.be/A61Z9KSJRpU
youtu.be/kAJ4CPrA9GM
When to watch on Texas PBS stations: tpwd.texas.gov/newsmedia/tv/tvwhere.phtml
Filling Ingredients:
4-6 goose legs
1 cup roasted hatch or other spicy
chilis, chopped
3 cloves garlic
2 bay leaves
1 tsp oregano
1 tsp paprika
1 tsp cumin
1 quart turkey stock
1⁄2 cup lard
Masa Mix Ingredients:
Dried corn husks, about 30, soaked overnight
7 cups masa harina
4.5 cups turkey stock
2 cups lard
2 tsp baking powder
2 tsp salt
Roasted Red Pepper Sauce Ingredients:
3 cloves garlic, chopped
2 tbsp smoked paprika
1.5 cup roasted red peppers
1t cayenne, ground (optional)
Chef Bio - Wade Truong
Wade is a lifelong Virginian, self-taught chef and hunter has been featured in The New York Times and Garden & Gun. His passion for cooking and sharing food is the foundation of his obsession with the outdoors and the resources they provide. Wade believes every meal should be “enjoyed and celebrated, meaningful, and mindful.”
Steps:
GOOSE LEG IN CROCKPOT
Season the goose legs with salt and pepper, and brown both sides. Add to
crockpot with all other filling ingredients. Set to high for 4-6 hours until tender enough to shred with a fork.
MAKE RED PEPPER SAUCE
Saute garlic in a little oil until fragrant, add in peppers, cayenne and paprika. Simmer, then blend and season with salt to taste.
MAKE LARD MIX
Using a stand mixer or hand mixer with whisk attachment, whip lard, baking powder, and salt until light and fluffy.
COMBINE MASA & LARD MIX
In a separate bowl combine masa and stock, mix by hand until crumbly. Using paddle attachment or your hands, fold together masa mixture and lard mixture. The texture should be soft, pliable and a touch sticky. Add splashes of cold water as needed if the dough is too dry.
BRAISE BLEND & SHREDDED MEAT
Remove legs, shred meat off bones with a fork into smaller-than-bite-size
pieces. Transfer the braising liquid to a saucepan, then use a stick blender to purée. Simmer until just thick and adjust seasoning. Pour enough of the
liquid over shredded thigh meat until just covered, tossing meat to evenly coat.
FILL & FOLD HUSK
With the husk, smoother side up, tapered point down, spread a 1⁄4 - 1⁄3 inch thick layer of masa mix in a rectangular shape from the top right corner, 3-4 inches down. Leave 2” of the left side of the husk clean.Place 1-1.5 tbsp of the shredded meat mixture in center of the masa, fold masa over itself and roll tight towards the clean side, twist and fold up the end.
STEAM TAMALES
Place vertically in a steamer (open end up) over boiling water. Don’t pack
them in too tight, allow some room for expansion. Place a few extra corn husks over open end of tamales to keep water from saturating the tamales. Steam for 1 hour, then allow to cool down for 20 minutes in the steamer before removing.
SERVE
Serve hot with any combination of sides and sauces: refried beans, sour cream, salsa, chopped onion and cilantro, or roasted red pepper sauce.
#recipe #eatwild
00:00 – Intro
00:08 – Ag Exception vs Agricultural Valuation
00:32 - Agricultural & Wildlife Tax Valuation history
02:18 – Switching to a Wildlife Tax Valuation
02:46 – Minimum acreage
03:01 – Primary use definitions
04:17 – Secondary uses
04:51 – Step 1: Targeting a Species
05:38 – Step 2: Identify Management Practices
08:03 – Step 3: Applications
09:44 – Site visits by biologists not mandatory
10:10 – Submitting application to County Tax Appraisal Office
10:51 – Inspections by the County Tax Appraisal Office
11:17 – Enrollment into the Program
To find a local biologist that can assist and advise you go to: tpwd.texas.gov/landwater/land/technical_guidance/biologists
If you see either of these turtles in the wild, you can contribute to their conservation by using the iNaturalist app to add your observations to the Herps of Texas iNaturalist project. The purpose of this project is to enhance our understanding of the distribution of reptiles and amphibians in Texas.
inaturalist.org/projects/herps-of-texas
#turtle #turtles #wildlife
Bayou City - 1:20
Meet some of Houston’s most dedicated bayou conservationists, learn about issues the bayou ecosystem has faced over the past century, and see some hope for keeping an urban area and its watery wilderness in balance.
The Art of Mapping - 16:36
Alex Ahrens loves to explore trails throughout Texas, but when he is not hiking, Alex enjoys woodworking. So he has found a way to combine his passions and bring his love of the outdoors into his woodshop—preserving the places he loves to hike as wooden map mementos.
Skill Builder: Shotgun Skills - 20:05
Improve the accuracy of your shotgun shooting with three everyday exercises: The Flashlight Drill, The Three-Bullet Drill, and other mounting exercises.
Postcard From Texas: Goose Island Wild Things - 24:16
A look at some of the flora and fauna that you can find on the trails and around the campsite at Goose Island State Park.
Chapters:
Intro - 00:00
Bayou City - 1:20
The Art of Mapping - 16:36
Shotgun Skills - 20:05
Goose Island Wildlife - 24:16
Stories from this episode:
youtu.be/fRQDmytp5Qs
youtu.be/oEumqCksyTU
youtu.be/D9VXbUTU0cs
youtu.be/eih267gn5KM
Episode 2, Season 39, Program 3202
Air Dates: October 15-21, 2023 & April 14-20, 2024
When to watch on Texas PBS stations: tpwd.texas.gov/newsmedia/tv/tvwhere.phtml
Ingredients:
1 16-oz jar grape leaves in brine
(about 60 to 70 leaves)
1 1⁄2 cup short grain rice, soaked in water for 20 minutes, strained
Extra virgin olive oil
1 large onion, minced
3⁄4 pound ground venison
1 tsp allspice
1⁄2 tsp cumin
1⁄2 cup parsley, fresh, chopped
1⁄2 cup dill, fresh, chopped
1⁄2 cup mint, fresh, chopped
1 to 2 tomatoes sliced into rounds
1 quart venison stock
Juice of 2 lemons
Chef Bio - Wade Truong
Wade is a lifelong Virginian, self-taught chef and hunter has been featured in The New York Times and Garden & Gun. His passion for cooking and sharing food is the foundation of his obsession with the outdoors and the resources they provide. Wade believes every meal should be “enjoyed and celebrated, meaningful, and mindful.”
Steps:
COOK ONIONS
Rinse grape leaves and drain in colander. Next, heat 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil in a large pan. Add onions and cook for about 2 minutes or so, tossing until translucent.
SEASON VENISON
Season venison with salt, pepper, allspice, and cumin, add to the onions, cook till fully browned, tossing occasionally. Remove from heat and set aside to cool.
COMBINE MEAT WITH RICE
In a mixing bowl, combine the meat, drained rice, and fresh herbs. Taste and adjust seasoning. Next, add a generous drizzle of extra virgin olive oil, and mix so that everything is well-incorporated.
PARCHMENT PAPER & TOMATOES
Lightly oil a deep heavy bottomed pan with olive oil. Line the bottom of pan with broken grape leaves or parchment paper. Top with sliced tomatoes.
FILL GRAPE LEAVES
Place leaves on cutting board, rough side up, cut off stem. Take 1 heaping
teaspoon of the filling and place in the center of the leaf, then fold the sides over the filling and roll. Repeat with the remaining grape leaves or until you're out of stuffing.
SIMMER & STOCK
Neatly arrange the dolmas seam side down, in your prepared pot, keep them snug. Then place a small plate inverted on top. Bring the stock to a simmer and pour over the dolmas, make sure to cover the dolmas, add water if needed. Place a upside down plate on top the dolmas to keep them submerged.
COVER & COOK
Now cover the pot with the lid and cook over medium heat for 30-40 minutes until the liquid has been absorbed. Uncover and remove the plate, then pour juice of 2 lemons.
COOL, THEN SERVE
Remove dolmas from heat. Allow to cool uncovered for 20 to 30 minutes before serving. Drizzle with EVOO and lemon to serve.
#recipe #eatwild
Stories from this episode:
youtu.be/Kj4eR2Ck4Qs
youtu.be/Lg7AA4-Oo-Y
youtu.be/mmyGEfGkPW4
When to watch on Texas PBS stations: tpwd.texas.gov/newsmedia/tv/tvwhere.phtml
“It’s no secret to the more than 9 million people who visit Texas State Parks every year that we have one of the nation’s premiere systems,” said Rodney Franklin, director of Texas State Parks. “However, it is touching and fitting to receive this prestigious award during our centennial year, truly substantiating the progress we have made over the past century to fulfill the vision laid out by Gov. Patt Neff to provide places where the people of Texas could enjoy the beauty of this great state.”
Founded in 1965, the Gold Medal Awards program honors communities in the United States that demonstrate excellence in parks and recreation through long-range planning, resource management, volunteerism, environmental stewardship, program development, professional development and agency recognition. Agencies are judged on their ability to address the needs of those they serve through the collective energies of community members, staff and elected officials.
“We really tried to highlight for the judges the extensive amount of work we have done in recent years to increase accessibility and diversity in our parks,” Franklin said. “We have used the excitement created by our Centennial Celebration as an opportunity to invite new audiences to take advantage of the recreational and health benefits provided by their state parks, and to prepare a new generation of stewards for the next 100 years of growth.”
For more information about the Texas State Park Centennial Celebration, including community events, the history of Texas State Parks and how to make a day visit or overnight reservation, visit the Texas State Parks 100 Years website at TexasStateParks.org/100years.
#HornyToads #BetterOutside
Lone Star Land Steward Leopold Conservation Award: Brown Ranch - 1:20
Mark and Cheryl Brown's land in Fayette County is overgrown. But that's the way they like it. Using the classic tools of land management, they have created a refuge for wildlife on the landscape.
Sabine Sandbar Paddling Trail - 8:05
If you’re looking for an alternative to the mainstream, take a ride down the Sabine Sandbar Paddling Trail. Hidden deep in East Texas, this meandering trail is a great place to find some peace and quiet.
Operation Snap - 11:07
Alligator snapping turtles, protected in Texas, are saved from out-of-state poachers. After being rehabilitated and prepared for scientific study, these trafficked turtles are returned to their natural habitats in Texas waters.
Acres of Access for Hunters - 19:40
There are now over a million acres of public hunting lands in Texas. Take a look at one of the state’s newest wildlife management areas, where licensed hunters can access land for a dove hunting experience.
Alan Fisher Retirement - 23:46
After 22 years producing award winning stories for the Texas Park and Wildlife TV show, Alan Fisher is retiring and we wish him and his family the very best. Thanks for everything Alan!
Postcard From Texas: Mission Tejas Wilderness 24:35
Sights and sounds from around and above Mission Tejas State Park.
Chapters:
Intro - 00:00
Prairie Protectors (Brown Ranch) - 1:20
Sabine Sandbar Paddling Trail - 8:05
Operation Snap - 11:07
Acres of Access for Hunters - 19:40
Alan Fisher Retirement - 23:46
Mission Tejas Wilderness - 24:35
Stories from this episode:
youtu.be/iAHT3VgbHMA
youtu.be/Opzb9jquddo
youtu.be/lJIhfxH5xmA
youtu.be/P_YZgLrJiNw
youtu.be/CZqALsxQRBU
Episode 1, Season 39, Program 3201
Air Dates: October 8-14, 2023 & April 7-13, 2024
When to watch on Texas PBS stations: tpwd.texas.gov/newsmedia/tv/tvwhere.phtml
Stories from this episode:
youtu.be/pj3Q8KZ72_w
youtu.be/pvxGZEem2a8
youtu.be/AAzCsfhKcyQ
youtu.be/HaDHmxwDEoc
youtu.be/Q3-XDZW-xu4
When to watch on Texas PBS stations: tpwd.texas.gov/newsmedia/tv/tvwhere.phtml
Enjoy more relaxing scenes from Texas:
youtube.com/playlist?list=PL7ZG8MkruQh1cONla-vveTBNRpCEkLHxT&si=a96pIPuoCxOZFvLE
Explore more memories from our archives:
youtube.com/playlist?list=PL7ZG8MkruQh0JDlcbXyFSPjRVVl_aDaTe&si=QoNMbNKpsgD8ncfm
#lawenforcement
#texashunting
Stories from this episode:
youtu.be/ZGsghZ1Jiek
youtu.be/rsouCc7q5y0
youtu.be/KflNeXpaEXA
youtu.be/K_hLe6Zvjh0
youtu.be/BtAFy357lwA
When to watch on Texas PBS stations: tpwd.texas.gov/newsmedia/tv/tvwhere.phtml
Stories from this episode:
youtu.be/Va9o_ExQcRM
youtu.be/08Ud1vvSolQ
youtu.be/vWV8v6gWfdw
youtu.be/5N0IEeaj_rs
youtu.be/y1VWIQaM2bo
youtu.be/zGSlwROt8ZQ
When to watch on Texas PBS stations: tpwd.texas.gov/newsmedia/tv/tvwhere.phtml
Enjoy more relaxing scenes from Texas:
youtube.com/playlist?list=PL7ZG8MkruQh1cONla-vveTBNRpCEkLHxT&si=a96pIPuoCxOZFvLE
Stories from this episode:
youtu.be/fRQDmytp5Qs
youtu.be/oEumqCksyTU
youtu.be/D9VXbUTU0cs
youtu.be/eih267gn5KM
When to watch on Texas PBS stations: tpwd.texas.gov/newsmedia/tv/tvwhere.phtml
Enjoy more relaxing scenes from Texas:
youtube.com/playlist?list=PL7ZG8MkruQh1cONla-vveTBNRpCEkLHxT&si=a96pIPuoCxOZFvLE
Enjoy more relaxing scenes from Texas:
youtube.com/playlist?list=PL7ZG8MkruQh1cONla-vveTBNRpCEkLHxT&si=a96pIPuoCxOZFvLE
Stories from this episode:
youtu.be/iAHT3VgbHMA
youtu.be/Opzb9jquddo
youtu.be/lJIhfxH5xmA
youtu.be/P_YZgLrJiNw
youtu.be/CZqALsxQRBU
When to watch on Texas PBS stations: tpwd.texas.gov/newsmedia/tv/tvwhere.phtml
Stories from this episode:
youtu.be/gvKw6dZekfk
youtu.be/EsPcPPB92MA
youtu.be/mvD8voizE2Q
When to Watch on Texas PBS stations: tpwd.texas.gov/newsmedia/tv/tvwhere.phtml
Enjoy more relaxing scenes from Texas:
youtube.com/playlist?list=PL7ZG8MkruQh1cONla-vveTBNRpCEkLHxT&si=a96pIPuoCxOZFvLE
Find out everything you need to know about boating in Texas at tpwd.texas.gov/fishboat/boat
#BetterOutside #SafeBoating
Stories from this episode:
youtu.be/tHP1uh1TFJY
youtu.be/qE3wRoLb3m0
youtu.be/ZbHndAABuD0
youtu.be/uWTz22kjGZQ
youtu.be/TsKiIqZMx1g
When to watch on Texas PBS stations: tpwd.texas.gov/newsmedia/tv/tvwhere.phtml
Stories from this episode:
youtu.be/Ru0-KlDv-ik
youtu.be/dUIWYkT8Wh8
youtu.be/qgvCcocyw_8
youtu.be/FROZGwXofA4
youtu.be/3TqlOlWoKok
youtu.be/OhufSibuHsE
When to watch on Texas PBS stations: tpwd.texas.gov/newsmedia/tv/tvwhere.phtml


