Texas State Parks kicks off 2025 with record breaking First Day Hikes
For the third consecutive year, Texas State Parks launched the new year by breaking historical participation numbers at First Day Hikes events around the state. On Jan. 1, 83 state parks hosted 178 ...
Bird flu detected in Austin ducks as cases of the contagious virus rise across the state
Texas officials detected the bird flu in multiple domestic ducks found dead in a North Austin pond this month.
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Texas announces another Enchanted Rock expansion
Enchanted Rock State Natural Area is set to double in size, the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department announced Monday. Why it ...
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Bird flu has reached Austin's wildlife. Here's what you need to know
Avian Influenza has been detected in wild birds in Austin, local health authorities announced Wednesday.
Popular Texas park doubles in size thanks to new land purchase
The Texas Parks and Wildlife Department announces the popular Enchanted Rock State Natural Area will double in size.
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Austin uses the forecast to decide whether to open overnight shelters. But weather can change.
Austin opened up shelters for nearly the entire week last week. They closed when the overnight temperatures reached above ...
Austin goose saved by rescuers after arrow injury
An Austin goose is flying high after animal control officers and local wildlife rescuers helped remove an arrow from its body ...