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• Rivertree Academy Annual Fishing Event

  • When
    Friday, March 06, 2026
  •  
    10:30 AM - 2:30 PM
  • Location
    Timberview Farm | 4274 Timberview Drive, Fort Worth, TX 76140

  Join us for our annual fishing event with Rivertree Academy and experience the joy of teaching 3rd & 4th graders how to fish! We kick off the event at Timberview Farm with Lunch and a quick info session on Texas's fish species and wildlife management followed by fishing with many first timers. Don't miss out on the opportunity to engage with your community in the outdoors. 

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• Houston Chapter Quail Hunt

  • When
    Sunday, March 08, 2026
  •  
    7:30 AM
  • Location
    Walton Ranch - 24148 McCrory Rd, Washington, TX 77880

  Stewards of the Wild is pleased to invite you to join the Houston Chapter for its fourth annual Quail Hunt on Saturday, February 14th! We will be hunting with professional guides and dogs at the esteemed Walton Ranch in Millican, just southeast of College Station. This is a great opportunity for some premier Texas quail hunting for hunters of all experience and skill levels!

  The hunt is limited to 20 hunters (4 hunters/guide). Tickets cover guide fees and tips, birds and bird cleaning, and must be purchased by Wednesday, February 11th. We look forward to seeing everyone out there!

  
  

  Expectations & Reminders:

  • Please arrive at the camp by 7:45 AM
  • Valid Texas hunting license (with upland endorsement) & photo ID.
  • Proof of completed Hunter Education
  • Bring your own shotguns & shells. If you are a novice hunter and do not have a shotgun, please reach out to us, and we will provide an extra one for you.
  • Bird bag, shooting glasses, & earplugs.
  • Cooler to transport your birds home.
  • Bottled water, snacks & refreshments.
  • Coffee, tea, & lemonade will be provided at the camp house.
  • For your safety and the safety of others, please wear a cap, vest, or some type of clothing with fluorescent orange. For the safety of yourself & others, please do not wear camouflage.

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• Austin Chapter: 2026 Crawfish Boil

  • When
    Saturday, March 14, 2026
  •  
    2:00 PM - 5:00 PM
  • Location
    Warren Wildlife Gallery - 1401 Bouldin Ave, Austin, TX 78704

  
  

  It's officially Crawfish Season! Come celebrate with Stewards at Warren Wildlife Gallery! 

  Enjoy the springtime weather and a heap of crawfish with all the fixings at one of our favorite venues. Mudbugs, snacks, seltzers and beer will be on Stewards. If you want something specific, please feel free to bring your own cooler and favorite beverage (No glass allowed).

  Boil Master Conner and Chase will be serving up the best crawfish of the season with the Mudbug All Stars, live band starting the party!

  This year we will also have custom event hats included in the ticket price. 

  This event will be capped at 85 people so please don't wait - buy your ticket today!

  Members, if you have a friend, family member or co-worker who is interested in learning more about Stewards of the Wild, then please extend this invitation and have them purchase a ticket.

  PRO TIP - Parking is limited. Ride share or carshare strongly encouraged!

  
  

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• Get Outside Alliance - Huntsville State Park

  • When
    Sunday, March 15, 2026
  •  
    8:00 AM
  • Location
    Hunstville State Park

  Ready to get your hands dirty and help the Pineywoods thrive? Join Get Outside Alliance for their recurring monthly volunteer day at Huntsville State Park!

  Each month, they tackle a variety of critical conservation needs to keep this forest ecosystem healthy and accessible for everyone. Whether you are a regular volunteer or joining us for the first time, you’ll be working alongside a fun, supportive team dedicated to stewardship.

  Use the link below for more info and to sign up!

  

  *This is not a SOTW event. 

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• BCS SOTW | Taxidermy Demonstration

  • When
    Sunday, March 22, 2026
  •  
    2:00 PM

  Sierra Guidry with Dead Perfect Taxidermy will be demonstrating how to complete a shoulder mount. During the presentation, she will share the overview of the taxidermy process. Sierra will also discuss the skinning process for any animal wanting to be mounted, to help you feel more confident in preparing your animal for taxidermy. Drinks and snacks will be provided, but feel free to bring your own. Members are encouraged to invite a friend for $10/non-member invited. Members must register their guests.  

  
  

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• Austin Chapter: Wild Night 2026

  • When
    Friday, April 17, 2026
  •  
    6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
  • Location
    Zilker Lodge, 225 Andrew Zilker Rd, Austin, TX 78746

  The Austin Chapter of Stewards of the Wild invites you to attend our 9th Annual Wild Night, A Celebration of Conservation, on Friday, April 17th!
  

  Proceeds will support the Stewards of the Wild and Texas Parks and Wildlife Foundation's joint missions to manage and conserve the natural and cultural resources of Texas and to provide hunting, fishing and outdoor recreation opportunities for the use and enjoyment of present and future generations.

  Ticket includes live music, appetizers & bites, open bar and access to amazing raffle prizes from Turtlebox, McBride's Guns, Yeti, Concho Hats, Sportsman's Finest, Gossamer Gear, Listo Provisions and more!

  We are excited to share our keynote speaker is JT Van Zandt, well known and renown fly fishing guide from Rockport, TX and avid supporter of conservation in Texas. 

  • This event is adults only, age 21+ as there will be alcohol served.
  • Attire is Texas cocktail casual - jeans, boots are welcome!
  • Wild Night will happen rain or shine as Zilker Lodge has indoor and covered outdoor areas!
  • Please use ride share if possible, as the parking at Zilker Lodge is limited and a bit of a walk to the building.
  • Food and drink are included in the price of each ticket. Complimentary drinks will be provided.
  • Tickets will be available for purchase at the door at a higher price.

  Generously sponsored by: Chevron, Anheuser-Busch, and more.
  

  Raffle prizes generously donated by: Turtlebox, McBrides Guns, Yeti, Concho Hats, and more. 

  Sponsorship and prize donation opportunities are available! Please contact austin@stewardsofthewild.org for more information.

  Thank you to our amazing sponsors for supporting conservation of our wild things and wild places!

  
  

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• BCS SOTW Piney Woods Escape

  • Start
    Friday, April 17, 2026
  •  
    6:00 PM
  • End
    Sunday, April 19, 2026
  •  
    12:00 PM
  • Location
    Huntsville State Park

  
  

  
  

  BCS Member registration is open now!

  Statewide Membership registration opens February 16

  Registration opens to the public on March 2

  Piney Woods Escape and Schedule

  Please note that some details may be changed or added.

  Contact Matt Ward for additional questions, (979) 219-4804. 

  What to bring:

  Bring a tent though we will have limited room in the screen shelters for those who don’t have a tent or prefer to just sleep on a cot in there. Bring a camping chair, and hammock if you have one. Bring bedding. Bring personal eating utensils (plate, bowl, cup, and flatware). Bring clothing in layers and standard toiletries. Fortunately state parks have restrooms and hot water for showers just no hotel soaps). Lake Raven offers excellent mountain biking, hiking, and kayaking. Bring bikes, kayaks, and/or fishing tackle if you have it. We’ll try these as a group or you can go off on your own. This is Texas. We’ll make plans and then adapt if Mother Nature interferes.

  For those of you who are camping experts, come enjoy the park and hang out, for those of you not used to camping just let us know and we’ll be happy to give you pointers and ensure you enjoy a great time. Please contact Matt for a more detailed packing list if desired or tips on what gear to get.

  Please note that Texas State Parks have a “no alcohol rule” so we will not be providing adult drinks. 

  Friday (Late Afternoon/Evening)

  Come as soon as you like (dinner on your own, feel free to bring food in with you) and head straight for our camp sites (final sites to be announced after sign ups complete).

  We’ll help with tent set up if it is your first time and then we’ll just hang out around the campfire.

  Your hosts will probably turn in a little early to make sure breakfast is ready for the early risers.

  Saturday Morning

  We’ll serve breakfast for a good while to allow for a variety of wake up times. Coffee and breakfast tacos with some fruit.

  Nature Hike: We’ll take a nature hike for those who want to go. We’ll point out as many natural flora and fauna as we can and introduce you to the Piney Woods. We expect this hike to last a couple hours running from about 8:30-10:30am.

  Saturday Midday

  We’ll head back to our campsite to prepare the main meal of the day. Get ready for steak and salmon. You’re welcome to join us if you want to get some tips on camp cooking or please feel free to do anything you like until we have food ready around 12:00pm. After a good meal is an excellent time for being lazy.

  2:30p we’ll do our service project, details to follow.

  3:30p Fishing in Lake Raven from kayaks. Lake Raven offers above-average bass and sunfish fishing. If the afternoon is warm and sunny a scenic view of large reptiles and/or bald eagles if they are out. If you prefer to stay on shore there are fishing docks or the bank to enjoy. Kayaks are for rent from the park if you don’t have your own though some extras may be available from our group.

  Saturday Evening

  We’ll head back to the campsite to prepare a chili dinner and you are welcome to stay on the lake or join us for a demonstration of simpler camp cookery.

  After that, we’ll hang around the campfire and relax. S’Mores for those with a sweet tooth.

  Sunday Morning

  Pancakes and fruit. Oh and coffee!

  Pick up camp and then go on a bike ride.

  Check out by 11:00a from our campsites.

  Refund Policy

  A full refund can be issued if ticket is cancelled on or before March 30. Tickets are non-refundable after March 30. Tickets can be transferred to another BCS SOTW member.
  

  
  

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• Texas Wildlife Association - Rifle & Marksmanship Training

  • When
    Saturday, April 18, 2026
  •  
    8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
  • Location
    Fossil Pointe Sporting Goods 7282 FM 51 Decatur, Texas 76234 United States

  About This Event

  This full-day course is designed for new or first-time hunters and provides foundational instruction on bolt-action rifles in a safe, controlled environment. The class will be taught by professional firearms instructors with extensive experience working with new shooters. Classroom and live fire instruction will be conducted at Fossil Pointe Sporting Grounds.

  Rifle rentals are available for a $50 rifle and 40-60 corresponding cartridges will need to be purchased for the class as well.

  8:00 AM - Arrival and check-in

  8:30 AM – TWA Briefing

  9:00 AM- Class begins in our Executive building
          -Equipment check
          -Discussion of rifle calibers/basic ballistics as it relates to hunting
          -Scope functions, options and differences
          -How to zero a rifle and troubleshooting
          -Fundamentals of marksmanship
          -Q&A discussion
  
  11:30-12:15 - Break for lunch
  
  12:30 - On the range
          -Zero rifles, learn scope adjustments (tracking exercise)
          -Safety in the blind and in the field
          -Applying fundamentals of marksmanship
          -How to achieve consistent grouping
          -Getting stable in different shooting positions (ie. deer blinds, from bipods or packs)
          -Discussion of shot placement on game animals
          -Shooting out to 300yd or beyond
  
  5:00p - Q&A discussion
          -Class concludes

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  **This is not a SOTW event**

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• Texas Wildlife Association - Long Range Rifle & Marksmanship Training

  • When
    Sunday, April 19, 2026
  •  
    8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
  • Location
    Fossil Pointe Sporting Goods 7282 FM 51 Decatur, Texas 76234 United States

  About This Event

  Minimum Enrollment Requirement: A minimum of 7 participants must be registered for the class to proceed. If enrollment is not met, all fees will be refunded.
  
  This event will cover:

  • Safe and responsible firearm handling in both range and field environments
  • Core principles of marksmanship
  • Proper rifle fitment for accuracy and shooter comfort
  • Correct rifle sight-in procedures and effective scope use
  • Introduction to basic ballistics concepts
  • Understanding maximum point-blank range
  • Fundamentals of wind reading and making wind calls
  • Positional shooting techniques, including the use of tripods, field props, and simulated blind scenarios

  Maximum shooting distance: up to 500 yards

  Rifle rentals are available for $50/rifle and 40-60 corresponding cartridges will need to be purchased for the class as well

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  **This is not a SOTW event**

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• SOTW x TPWD's BOW Women's-Only Outdoors & Camping 101

  • Start
    Friday, April 24, 2026
  •  
    4:00 PM
  • End
    Sunday, April 26, 2026
  •  
    9:00 AM
  • Location
    Long Acres Ranch – Richmond, Texas
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  Ladies, this one's for you!

  Camping and outdoor activities like are a great way to enjoy nature on your own or with family and friends, but can feel overwhelming if you're just starting out. Join Stewards of the Wild and TPWD's Beyond Becoming an Outdoors-Woman (BOW) Program for a ladies-only campout at Long Acres Ranch, just outside of Houston, on April 24-26. You'll have opportunities to learn about and practice outdoor cooking, fishing, archery, foraging, kayaking, birding, shelter building/survival skills, maps/compass/geocaching, firearm handling, and night hikes with insect identification. Join other like-minded women for a weekend and leave ready to embark on your own outdoor or camping adventure! 

  Attendees will choose their activities during registration. After registration, you'll receive a confirmation email with immediate next steps. 
  

  Stewards of the Wild (SOTW), Texas Parks and Wildlife Foundation's (TPWF) conservation leadership program, equips emerging leaders aged 21 to 45 with opportunities to actively participate in the stewardship of Texas’ wild things and wild places by providing education, networking, and outdoor experiences. 

  Additional Opportunity: First Aid/CPR Certification

  During registration, attendees will also have the opportunity to indicate if they would like to participate in an Adult First Aid/CPR Online + Classroom Certification. The course would include an online portion to be completed before April 24 and an instructor-led skill session from American Red Cross on-site at Long Acres Ranch the evening of April 24. The certification has a $40 fee. If you indicate that you would like to participate in this additional opportunity, you will receive a separate email from the instructor with instructions for paying the fee and completing the online portion. 

  What to bring: 

  • Camping gear (tent, sleeping bag, sleeping mattress/pad, pillow, extra blankets, camping chair)
  • General personal items, clothing, and toiletries
  • Study shoes/boots for activities 
  • Creature comfort snacks/items

  There will be air-conditioned restrooms available for use, but no showers available on site. 

  Need to borrow a tent? Please email Venessa at venessa.wallace@tpwd.texas.gov and let her know. 

  Note: Firearms are prohibited at Long Acres Ranch. Air rifles will be used for firearm practice. 
  

  Schedule (subject to change):

  Friday, April 24

  4 PM: Check-in and tent set up

  6 PM: Welcome and dinner

  8 PM: Evening Activity

  Saturday, April 25 

  7 AM: Breakfast

  8-10:30 AM: Activity #1

  10:30 AM-1 PM: Activity #2 

  1-2 PM: Lunch

  2-4:30 PM: Activity #3

  5 PM: Dinner

  6-8 PM: Night bug hike/night fishing

  Sunday, April 26

  9 AM: Pack up and head out

  Questions? Please email Katie at kcharles@tpwf.org. 

  
  

  Cancellation Policy: Cancel 4 weeks in advance of event, receive a full refund. Cancel 2-4 weeks in advance of event, receive 50% refund. Cancel less than 2 weeks in advance of event, receive no refund.
  

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• Dallas Chapter Annual Crawfish Boil

  • When
    Sunday, April 26, 2026
  •  
    12:00 PM - 3:00 PM
  • Location
    John Bunker Sands Wetland Center

  
  

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• Stewards of the Wild 5th Annual Matagorda Fishing Tournament

  • When
    Saturday, June 06, 2026
  •  
    6:30 AM - 5:00 PM
  • Location
    Matagorda Harbor

  Join us for the Stewards of the Wild 5th Annual Matagorda Fishing Tournament on June 6, 2026, for a day of fun, competition, and conservation on the water!

  Stewards of the Wild is pleased to invite you to join the 4th Annual Fishing Tournament in Matagorda, Texas, hosted by the Houston Chapter on Saturday, June 6.

  The chapter is chartering inshore guide boats to target redfish and trout for the tournament. Each guide boat will fit a team of 3 fishermen. Those who wish to use their own boat and fish without a guide can do so as well. Tickets cover your guide boat, bait, and post-tournament festivities. 

  Tickets will be on sale soon. Stay tuned!

  
  

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• Annual All Stewards Dove Hunt

  • Start
    Friday, September 11, 2026
  •  
    12:00 PM
  • End
    Saturday, September 12, 2026
  •  
    11:00 AM
  • Location
    Albany, Texas

  Join Stewards of the Wild for the 13th Annual All-Stewards Dove Hunt Presented by Duck Camp in Albany on Sept. 11-12!

  The Annual All-Stewards Dove Hunt is Stewards of the Wild's signature outdoor experience and the largest and most popular annual event. The two-day program includes: two hunts, opportunities to learn from conservation professionals, fellowship with other outdoorsmen and women, two meals (including a gourmet dinner by acclaimed chef Jesse Griffiths), lodging, live music, sporting clays, and a festive atmosphere round out the experience.

  The All-Stewards Dove Hunt helps ensure TPWF can continue to deliver impactful, year-round conservation leadership programming to members across Texas. Watch this short video from a recent All-Stewards Dove Hunt to see how it’s unlike any other hunt in Texas.

  Tickets will go on sale this summer. Stay tuned!

  
  

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