Uploaded February 2026 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago
Episode 21, Season 41 of Texas Parks & Wildlife, a weekly PBS series about the great outdoors. Researchers are studying deer and elk movements in the Texas Panhandle to help stop the spread of fatal Chronic Wasting Disease. Since 1971 the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department has recognized fishing records of all kinds. Meet a man who holds a record number of records. Enjoy paddling, fishing, and the scenic beauty of Oso Bay on one of the newest Texas Paddling Trails.
Tracking CWD - 1:39
Chronic Wasting Disease is a neurological illness affecting deer populations across Texas. In this story, researchers share how they monitor, test, and study the disease in the field. Their work helps improve understanding of CWD and supports efforts to maintain healthy wild herds.
Fishing for Records -8:21
Since 1971 the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department has recognized fishing records of all kinds. Meet a man who holds a record number of records. Retired police officer Chuck Dewey has 238 (and counting) state freshwater fishing records. It’s really just another excuse for Chuck to go fishing.
Ron R. Smith Memorial Paddling Trail - 16:40
The Ron R. Smith Memorial Paddling Trail, the 82nd official Texas paddling trail, is named in memory of TPWD biologist Ron Smith. He was a founding member of the Texas Paddling Trails team and an alumnus of Texas A&M-Corpus Christi. The trail offers an abundance of bird-watching opportunities for paddlers. If fishing is the objective, this paddling trail is a prime location to reel in a big catch. To learn more, visit the Texas Paddling Trails website.
Possum Kingdom State Park - 19:59
Possum Kingdom State Park offers fun on the water and on land. Grab your family, fishing pole and swimsuit and head for the clear blue water and striking scenery at Possum Kingdom State Park. It's located just an hour west of the DFW metroplex.
Postcard From Texas: State Park Sunsets - 24:26
A collection of beautiful still photography showcasing sunsets from across Texas at these state parks: Davis Mountains, Meridian, Cooper Lake, Fort Parker, Colorado Bend, Eisenhower, Seminole Canyon, Inks Lake, and Big Bend Ranch.
Chapters:
Intro - 00:00
Checking CWD - 1:39
Fishing Records - 8:21
Paddling Trail - 16:40
Possum Kingdom - 19:59
State Park Sunsets - 24:26
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Episode 21, Season 40, Program 3421 Air Dates: February 22-28, 2026 & September 6-12, 2026
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Episode 21, Season 41 of Texas Parks & Wildlife, a weekly PBS series about the great outdoors. Researchers are studying deer and elk movements in the Texas Panhandle to help stop the spread of fatal Chronic Wasting Disease. Since 1971 the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department has recognized fishing records of all kinds. Meet a man who holds a record number of records. Enjoy paddling, fishing, and the scenic beauty of Oso Bay on one of the newest Texas Paddling Trails.
Tracking CWD - 1:39
Chronic Wasting Disease is a neurological illness affecting deer populations across Texas. In this story, researchers share how they monitor, test, and study the disease in the field. Their work helps improve understanding of CWD and supports efforts to maintain healthy wild herds.
Fishing for Records -8:21
Since 1971 the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department has recognized fishing records of all kinds. Meet a man who holds a record number of records. Retired police officer Chuck Dewey has 238 (and counting) state freshwater fishing records. It’s really just another excuse for Chuck to go fishing.
Ron R. Smith Memorial Paddling Trail - 16:40
The Ron R. Smith Memorial Paddling Trail, the 82nd official Texas paddling trail, is named in memory of TPWD biologist Ron Smith. He was a founding member of the Texas Paddling Trails team and an alumnus of Texas A&M-Corpus Christi. The trail offers an abundance of bird-watching opportunities for paddlers. If fishing is the objective, this paddling trail is a prime location to reel in a big catch. To learn more, visit the Texas Paddling Trails website.
Possum Kingdom State Park - 19:59
Possum Kingdom State Park offers fun on the water and on land. Grab your family, fishing pole and swimsuit and head for the clear blue water and striking scenery at Possum Kingdom State Park. It's located just an hour west of the DFW metroplex.
Postcard From Texas: State Park Sunsets - 24:26
A collection of beautiful still photography showcasing sunsets from across Texas at these state parks: Davis Mountains, Meridian, Cooper Lake, Fort Parker, Colorado Bend, Eisenhower, Seminole Canyon, Inks Lake, and Big Bend Ranch.
Chapters:
Intro - 00:00
Checking CWD - 1:39
Fishing Records - 8:21
Paddling Trail - 16:40
Possum Kingdom - 19:59
State Park Sunsets - 24:26
Share a story from this episode:
youtu.be/wylkPNYD-Mg
youtu.be/e_Xw01KlUGw
youtu.be/qVn7q1zcEM0
youtu.be/L-2reYCPYHE
Episode 21, Season 40, Program 3421 Air Dates: February 22-28, 2026 & September 6-12, 2026
When to watch on Texas PBS stations: tpwd.texas.gov/newsmedia/tv/tvwhere.phtml
Join us on Facebook: facebook.com/texasparksandwildlife
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