Small Game Program - Texas Parks and Wildlife

Small Game Program - Texas Parks and Wildlife Providing the latest news on waterfowl, dove, quail, turkey and other small game in Texas.

The Small Game Program, with regional TPWD staff and other state and federal agencies, is responsible for managing an array of upland, waterfowl, and webless migratory game bird species and their habitats in Texas. The program works with conservation partners to help deliver on-the-ground conservation projects and programs focused on habitat restoration and management and helps guide research effo

rts. Additionally, the Small Game Program is responsible for overseeing statewide population surveys and making recommendations on annual hunting regulations.

06/02/2026

Turkeys in the Great Plains. Check out these remarks from Jason Hardin, wild turkey program leader, with TPWD. Glad to call him one of our own!

East Texas spring turkey hunting in full swing!
04/30/2026

East Texas spring turkey hunting in full swing!

Habitat funding opportunity for Texas landowners! Deadline is June 1st!
04/27/2026

Habitat funding opportunity for Texas landowners! Deadline is June 1st!

How's it going out there? Check out this monster from Missouri!And don't be shy, send us pictures of your birds! Or peop...
04/23/2026

How's it going out there? Check out this monster from Missouri!

And don't be shy, send us pictures of your birds! Or people, or your kids with birds would be acceptable too ๐Ÿ˜‚

A member of the Kirksville Ridge Runners Chapter harvested a bird with a spur that measured in over 2 inches! Congratulations Cole!

The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) and U.S. Department of the Interior will jointly present on New World screwwor...
04/20/2026

The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) and U.S. Department of the Interior will jointly present on New World screwworm (NWS) preparedness and response. NWS, also known as Cochliomyia hominivorax, can infest livestock, wildlife, and other warm-blooded animals, including people.

This webinar is specifically targeted for the wildlife and hunting community and will cover:

- recognizing and reporting NWS infestations;
- cases and response within Mexico;
- sterile fly production and dispersal, including new facilities;
- other domestic preparedness activities; and
- interagency coordination.

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04/14/2026

Bird migration is underway!

Don't forget to report!
04/06/2026

Don't forget to report!

Turkey season is in full swing in most of Texas. Remember to report your turkey harvest in the Texas Hunt and Fish App or on the website at tpwd.texas.gov/huntandfish. This law went into effect statewide 2 years ago.
And please share your photos of your turkey harvests with us!

What is a Migratory Bird Joint Venture and how can they help with your conservation goals? ๐Ÿค”On March 24th at 10 AM CST, ...
03/17/2026

What is a Migratory Bird Joint Venture and how can they help with your conservation goals? ๐Ÿค”

On March 24th at 10 AM CST, join 100+ professionals in , , and more at the next Texan by Nature Texas Water Action Collaborative (TxWAC) meeting, where Texas Parks and Wildlife and Rio Grande Joint Venture / Alianza Regional de Conservacion del Rio Bravo will share their insights into the important role Joint Ventures play in Texas conservation.

Hear about innovative best practices you can put to work in your own programs, and see how we build partnerships that further our commitment to people, planet, and progress.

๐Ÿ—“๏ธMark your calendars and RSVP today! -> https://bit.ly/TxWACMeet5

Love waterfowl, turkeys, and quail? Doves and cranes? Want to come work for Texas Parks and Wildlife? Check out this opp...
03/11/2026

Love waterfowl, turkeys, and quail? Doves and cranes? Want to come work for Texas Parks and Wildlife? Check out this opportunity with the Small Game Program!

This position will help us grow and evolve with emerging technologies, working with team leads and biologists across the state. Don't miss your chance to continue building your career and make meaningful contributions to the management of game birds in Texas!

POSITION: Statewide Game Bird Monitoring and Data Specialist

DEADLINE TO APPLY: MARCH 18, 2026

https://capps.taleo.net/careersection/802/jobdetail.ftl?job=00056271&tz=GMT-05%3A00&tzname=America%2FChicago

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