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Time to Give Thanks for Trout

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'Tis the season to begin stocking rainbow trout around Texas. These trout are easy to catch, making them a fun way to engage children in the confidence-building sport of fishing – the young lady in the photo won a First Fish Award [ [link removed] ] with her rainbow catch.

We'll begin stocking Nov. 26. Check the stocking schedule [ [link removed] ] for dates and locations where trout are headed this winter, including Neighborhood Fishin' [ [link removed] ] ponds and lakes. The schedule will be updated throughout the season.

For insider tips, watch our short video Catching Rainbow Trout: Tips From a Fisheries Biologist [ [link removed] ]. Find out more about our trout stocking program in the press release Rainbow Trout Arriving Soon at a Waterbody Near You [ [link removed] ]. We'll see you out there!



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How to Properly Freeze Your Catch

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Freezing is an excellent way to preserve the flavor of any freshly-caught fish you plan to eat at a later date. To do it properly takes only 6 easy steps.

Begin by putting your fish on ice as soon as you catch it, and end by wrapping cleaned fish in both plastic and butcher paper before storing in the freezer. 

Find the step-by-step instructions in the "Texas Parks & Wildlife" magazine story Six Steps for Perfectly Frozen Fish [ [link removed] ]. Want to brush up on your fish-cleaning skills? Watch our short video How to Clean Rainbow Trout [ [link removed] ].



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Try Fall Fishing From a Kayak
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Now that autumn has arrived, take advantage of your freedom from the searing summer sun and get on the water for some kayak fishing. If you're looking for new places to paddle, we've created accessible kayaking areas [ [link removed] ], including more than 80 marked Texas Paddling Trails [ [link removed] ], plus river access locations we lease [ [link removed] ] from private owners. For more about kayak fishing, read our magazine story Let's Go Fishing! [ [link removed] ]. 

Keep these kayak fishing safety tips in mind before you head out:


* Always wear your life jacket.
* Let someone know where you're going.
* Expect to get wet and dress appropriately.

For more tips, including why you should carry a knife, watch the short video How to Stay Safe While Fishing From a Kayak [ [link removed] ].

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Flounder Season Closed Through Dec. 14

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Flounder season is temporarily closed from 11/1 through 12/14 to allow the species to spawn. You may not harvest flounder by any means during this time.

See the Outdoor Annual [ [link removed] ] for more of what's new for fishing in 2024-25, as well as all your fishing regulation information, including length and bag limits for saltwater and freshwater species. Download the Outdoor Annual app [ [link removed] ] to have it all at your fingertips.


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Don't Dump Your Bait

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Preventing the spread of aquatic invasives [ [link removed] ] protects your lakes. If you dump live bait into a waterbody where it did not originate, you may be spreading aquatic invasive species.

How you can help stop the spread:

1. Never dump leftover bait into the water.

2. Don't take live-caught bait to another lake.

3. Do take your leftover bait home for future use, give it to another angler at the same lake, or dispose of it in the trash.

For more safe ways to handle your bait, read the "Texas Parks & Wildlife" magazine story Don't Dump That Bait! [ [link removed] ].



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Legacy-class ShareLunker Season Begins Jan. 1

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The 2024 Toyota ShareLunker [ [link removed] ] Legacy-class season was a big winner. Anglers reeled in a whopping 19 Legacy-class Lunkers from 7 different lakes [ [link removed] ].

Will 2025 be even better? Legacy-class season opens Jan. 1, and we're about to find out! Here are 3 things to to prepare:


* Download the ShareLunker app [ [link removed] ], if you haven't already.
* Look over the list of Lunkers and their lakes [ [link removed] ] and decide where to go.
* Check out Keeping Bass Alive [ [link removed] ] to learn the methods of  fish care used by pro anglers.


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Your Input Requested: State Wildlife Action Plan

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We are currently reviewing the Texas State Wildlife Action Plan (SWAP) and would like your input. SWAP identifies Texas’ at-risk wildlife species, threats they face, and what conservation actions are needed.

We've created a public survey [ [link removed] ] for you to provide your feedback. Find out more about SWAP and the survey [ [link removed] ] and watch our video State Wildlife Action Plan for Texas [ [link removed] ]. With your input, we can continue to conserve Texas' natural heritage for generations to come.

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