Three Ways
to Stay Cool This Summer

As any Texan knows, getting in the water is one of the best ways to beat the heat. Here are our top picks to stay cool this summer:

  1. Hit a Paddling Trail »
  2. Go Swimming in State Parks »
  3. Visit the Texas Coast »

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Fishing in Texas State Parks

Looking for affordable fun this summer? Take your family fishing in a state park or local Neighborhood Fishin' lake!

Fishing

Texas Fishing 2013
Special Digital Edition

Are you ready for spring fishing?

Learn more about this year's fishing outlook in the Texas Parks & Wildlife magazine special digital edition.

View Texas Fishing 2013 Digital Edition »

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State Parks

Check Out a Junior Ranger Explorer Pack!

Kids ages 7 to 12 can learn about nature while exploring and having fun outdoors. Each Explorer Pack comes with a binocular, magnifying glass, colorful wildlife and plant guides and much more.

Texas State Parks Junior Ranger explorer packs are available at 30 parks this summer, starting June 1.

Find Texas State Parks that offer free Junior Ranger explorer packs »

State Parks

Texas State Parks 2013 Photo Contest Winners

With more than 1,500 entries, Texas Parks and Wildlife staff selected the top three winners based on composition, creativity, and overall impression.

J. Labrador took first place with a photo titled "Golden Moments" and taken in Lake Livingston State Park. Labrador wins the GoPro Hero3 Black Edition camera, courtesy of Whole Earth Provision Company.

Learn more about the contest winners »

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