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Fish Kill Investigated on Fairfield Lake

Fairfield – Texas Parks and Wildlife Department Inland Fisheries management and Kills and Spills Team (KAST) biologists investigated a localized fish kill on Fairfield Lake the first week of September. 

Inland Fisheries management staff conducting an aquatic vegetation survey on the reservoir discovered the kill and notified the regional KAST biologist at 10:00 A.M. on September 4 that numerous fish of all species (notably large redfish) were dead.

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Annual Texas Parks & Wildlife Expo Set for Oct. 4-5

AUSTIN, Texas — The Texas Parks & Wildlife Expo continues to add new activities while sticking to a hands-on, expert-assisted formula that has made it the largest free event of its kind in the nation. Last year approximately 42,000 people visited Expo at the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department headquarters in Austin.

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Texas State Parks Hope to Hook More Anglers

AUSTIN, Texas — In Texas, fishing and warmer weather go together like chips and salsa. The Texas Parks and Wildlife Department wants those already "hooked" on fishing and newcomers to the sport to keep in mind that Texas state park waters offer ideal and economical spots for pursuing the family-friendly sport.

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Biologists Launch Study of Two Texas Tidal Streams

AUSTIN, Texas — In March, Texas Parks and Wildlife Department biologists began a two-year study of two tidal streams on the middle coast, sampling fish, bottom-dwelling organisms, and water quality to measure the quality of aquatic life inhabiting these ecologically important areas.

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Crappie Fishing Articles

HOT! HOT! Summertime Crappie

TBF Guru, Gary (a.k.a. fishinman), shares with us some of his tips and tactics for catching those elusive summertime crappie!  Click on the subject line for the in-depth report!

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Drop Shot Method for Crappie

TBF Guru, Jerry (a.k.a. TCF), shares with us his knowledge on dropshotting for crappie!  Click on the subject line for all the details!

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Crappie Fishing Jigs

Crappie fishing jigs a surefire way to hook a huge slab.

How many times when you have been out fishing have you wondered what crappie fishing jig to use? There are so many types, sizes, colors to select from it is easy to get confused. Well let me explain exactly what a crappie fishing jig is , What crappie jig type to use for different situations, and what color to use.

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How to Rig a Slip Bobber

So what's a slip bobber? Well, a slip bobber is a bobber that slides freely up and down your fishing line. For any bobber to work there must be a way to hold the it at a certain spot on the fishing line. To use the old fashion clip on type, you simply clip the bobber above the hook at the depth that you want your bait to be under water. This is fine but it limits your ability to cast if you want to fish deeper than about 3 feet. Here's where the slip bobber out shines the clip on type. The slip bobber allows you to cast just about as far as you normally would. You can also fish as deep as you want.

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Spring Crappie Fishing

Well folks now that the winter is near over and the ice is off most of the lakes, ponds, rivers and streams all we need to do know is wait for the crappie spawn to catch some big slab spring crappie.

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Crappie Fishing Lures

If you are ready to step up your fishing you will usually catch more fish using artificial baits rather then using live bait. Of course this statement is based on knowing what artificial lures to use. When you are fishing for pan fish smaller is better. Look for lures in the 1/4oz or smaller size.

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How To Avoid Common Mistakes That Can Cut Your crappie Catches 50% or more!

Every crappie fisherman has had his good and bad days. The trick is to avoid the common mistakes all crappie fisherman make so you can always increase your chances of a good catch. Lets face it, to most us our fishing time is precious.

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