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• Austin Chapter - January 2026 - Quail Hunt - Dime Box, Texas

  • When
    Sunday, January 25, 2026
  •  
    9:00 AM - 2:00 PM
  • Location
    Dime Box, Texas

  
  

  Join the Stewards of the Wild Austin Chapter for quail hunt in Dime Box, TX on Sunday, January 25th at 9 AM CT.

  • TICKETS ARE NON REFUNDABLE
  • Start time is subject to change based on weather conditions.
  • You can bring your own hunting dogs if you prefer.
  • We will be hunting in groups of 4.
  • What to bring: shotguns, shells, bags, valid hunting license with Upland Game Bird endorsement, proof of hunter safety certification, appropriate clothing & snake boots, water, and bug spray.
  • We will not hunt in the rain, we will send an email out with final decision from guide if needed
  • Quail hunting requires 2-5 hours of walking. If you aren't able to walk for 30 minutes without a break, please do not buy a ticket.
  • No off road vehicles in the fields.

  Guided by: Mike Schumann and the Schumann Brothers Outdoors, http://quailhuntdimebox.com/about-us/

  Mike Schumann and the Schumann Brothers Outdoors provides a top rate hunting experience at the Dismukes Ranch. We have 900 acres of blackland prairie covered with native grass and short brush, post oak savannah with improved pasture, lightly wooded uplands and heavily wooded bottomlands, an ideal match for upland birds like quail, pheasant and chukars.

  We can reliably provide you with a successful and memorable hunting experience. All hunts are set up to provide you with as close to an actual wilderness no-frills hunting experience as possible.

  
  

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• Midland SOTW Happy Hour at Waystone Brewery

  • When
    Thursday, February 05, 2026
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    6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
  • Location
    Waystone Brewery

  
  

  Join the Midland Chapter of Stewards of the Wild at Waystone Brewery on Thursday, February 5, from 6 to 8 p.m. for a happy hour and an opportunity to learn about Stewards of the Wild. 

  More details coming soon! 

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• SOTW Houston Kickoff Party 2026

  • When
    Saturday, February 07, 2026
  •  
    6:30 PM
  • Location
    Turtlebox HQ 11020 Katy Fwy, Suite 202 Houston, TX

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• Houston Chapter Quail Hunt

  • When
    Saturday, February 14, 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 - February 2026 - Fly Fishing - New Braunfels, Texas

  • Start
    Saturday, February 28, 2026
  •  
    8:00 AM
  • End
    Sunday, March 01, 2026
  •  
    11:00 AM
  • Location
    Rio Anglers 14130 River Rd, New Braunfels, TX 78132

  
  

  

  Join us for a relaxed and memorable fly fishing getaway with Rio Anglers on the beautiful Guadalupe River, targeting rainbow trout. This experience is designed for both new and experienced anglers.

  The event includes a half-day guided raft trip, giving you the chance to fish prime water with expert guides, plus the option to walk and wade right outside the cabins at your own pace. We’ll be staying overnight at Rio Guadalupe Resort, located directly on the river, with convenient river access just steps from the cabin door.

  Between fishing, there’s plenty of time to relax, enjoy the scenery, swap stories, and unwind riverside. Whether you’re here to learn, improve, or simply enjoy time on the water, this trip offers the perfect blend of guided fishing, flexibility, and comfort.

  EVENT SUMMARY

  Saturday, February 28

  • 8:00 AM: Arrive at Rio Anglers ready to gear up and fish
  • 12:00 PM: Off the water for lunch outside the fly shop and cabin check in
  • Afternoon: Optional walk-and-wade fishing
  • Evening: Dinner and relaxing at the cabins

  Sunday, March 1

  • Morning: Breakfast and walk-and-wade fishing
  • 11:00 AM: Check-out

  What to bring:

  • Texas Fishing License.
  • Waders, or warm clothing (layers), wading boots/waterproof shoes, hat, sunglasses and a net. 
  • Rod and Reel: A 5 or 6 weight rod. Guides can provide equipment if needed, just let us know during sign up.
  • Leaders: 9’ 4x to 6x with matching tippet. 
  • Forceps and line clippers. 

  Recommended flies:

  • Streamers
  • Nymphs (with or without bead)
  • Midges
  • Attractors

  * Flies and leaders available for purchase at the fly shop.

  
  

  
  

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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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• 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
  • Spaces left
    60

  
  

  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, orienteering, survival skills, 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. 

  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. 

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