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Texas Parks and Wildlife Department

Mission

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.

Philosophy

In fulfilling our mission, we will:

Be a recognized national leader in implementing effective natural resources conservation and outdoor recreational programs;
Serve the state of Texas, its citizens, and our employees with the highest standards of service, professionalism, fairness, courtesy, and respect;
Rely on the best available science to guide our conservation decisions;
Responsibly manage agency finances and appropriations to ensure the most efficient and effective use of tax-payer and user fee resources;
Attract and retain the best, brightest, and most talented workforce to successfully execute our mission.

Map Layers

© Texas Parks and Wildlife Department (Ecologically Unique Rivers)

Ecologically Unique Rivers

This dataset was created to show river and stream segments that provide ecological value to Texas¿ wildlife species and ecosystems.

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© Texas Parks and Wildlife Department (Competitive Renewable Energy Zones)

Competitive Renewable Energy Zones

This dataset, created in August of 2011, represents zones where transmission facilities provide renewable wind power energy.

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© Texas Parks and Wildlife Department (Land and Water Resources Conservation and Recreation Plan Sites)

Land and Water Resources Conservation and Recreation Plan Sites

Governmental and Non-Governmental Lands owned and managed for conservation and outdoor recreational purposes in Texas.

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© Texas Parks and Wildlife Department (Public Boat Ramps)

Public Boat Ramps

This layer shows the location of public boat ramps in Texas.

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© Texas Parks and Wildlife Department (Recreational Paddling Trails)

Recreational Paddling Trails

This data layer symbolizes paddling trails located throughout Texas¿ coastal and inland waters.

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