Texas Parks & Wildlife on PBS and Cable

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December 2–8, 2012

Program 2107 — Repeats June 2–8, 2013

Featured Segments

Caribbean Connection

It may not seem obvious, but there is a connection between the fish and coral life off the coast of Cancun, Mexico, and the coastal life along the shoreline of Texas. Follow scientists investigating the similarities between the ocean life of Texas and our neighbor to the south.

Lake Whitney State Park

This park is an ideal place for water enthusiasts and campers alike. With a huge 16,000 acre lake, park visitors never run out of things to do: swimming, scuba diving, fishing, water skiing, bird watching, with biking, hiking and mini-bike trails.

Outdoor Info: Sighting Your Rifle

Sighting your rifle before you go out in the field can save you a lot of headaches, and help make sure you’re hunting humanely.

D Day +50

D-Day marked the turning point in World War II. It was also a turning point in the lives of those who were there. Visit with some of the veterans of the Battleship TEXAS as they get together to relive old memories, and rekindle old friendships.

Postcard From Texas

A rare snowfall at Pedernales Falls State Park.

December 9–15, 2012

Program 2108 — Feeds December 9, 2012 — Repeats June 9–15, 2013

Featured Segments

Garden of the Gulf

There’s a ‘flower garden’ in the Gulf of Mexico, and it’s 60 feet underwater. Learn what the Flower Gardens are, what research scientists are doing at these coral reefs, and why we should be concerned about the garden’s health.

Parks & Wildlife People: Chris Holmes

Brit Chris Holmes has found a home in Texas, and it’s usually in a state park. Don’t let the accent fool you, he’s all Texan and proud of it.

Abilene State Park

Abilene State Park has a reputation as a “gathering place.” It’s where families and friends get together for reunions, holidays, and companionship. We’ll meet some of these people and find out why they come back here, season after season, year after year.

Fishing With Your Piers

Meet some fishing peers while fishing off of one. With piers up and down the Texas coast, you don’t need to own a fancy boat or to even get your feet wet to enjoy saltwater fishing.

Postcard From Texas

Enjoy an airboat ride through the marsh at J.D. Murphree Wildlife Management Area.

December 16–22, 2012

Program 2109 — Feeds December 16, 2012 — Repeats June 16–22, 2013

Featured Segments

Lion Country

Mountain Lions were once found all across the state. Today they exist only in small numbers in the desert mountain region of the Trans-Pecos. Travel with a group of biologists to Big Bend State Park as they track, tag, and study this elusive cat.

Atlanta State Park

The Caddo Indians were attracted to this site because of its proximity to water. That’s true today for visitors to Atlanta State Park. Located on the shores of Wright Patman Lake, this popular camping spot is known for its rolling hills and towering trees. It’s a great place to catch some cats; catfish that is.

Hooked on the Coast

The Texas coast is home to some of the finest sport fishing in the country. Follow along and see why anglers from all over are hooked on the coast.

Postcard From Texas

Kids discover some interesting spiders at Lake Livingston State Park.

December 23–29, 2012

Program 2110 — Feeds December 23, 2012 — Repeats June 23–29, 2013

Featured Segments

Young Guns

There’s a crisp bite in the air on a cool December morning. The mist covers the pond, as pintails fly overhead. It’s duck hunting season. Join us as we follow two boys as part of a special hunt just for youngsters.

Wild Game Cooking: Teal on the Grill

Wild duck is the ultimate free-range bird. Regional cooking expert Jesse Griffiths demonstrates an easy recipe for grilling teal to complement its natural flavor.

Parks & Wildlife People: Irma Sanchez

When wildfires threatened the Davis Mountains State Park, Irma Sanchez jumped into action. She led the evacuation of guests and park personnel at Indian Lodge. Just another day in the office of this dedicated employee.

The Butterfly Palace

There’s a place in Houston that recreates a tropical rain forest, not for people, but for butterflies. At the Cockrell Butterfly Center, watch as crawling caterpillars turn into beautiful butterflies.

Postcard From Texas

Buffalo in the snow.