04-26-2004, 06:53 PM
[font "Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif"][#000000][size 2]AUSTIN, TX—This year the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department is recognizing the achievements of the state's best anglers through its new Elite Angler Awards program. A component of the state's Angler Recognition Awards program, Elite Angler Awards honor fishermen who earn five freshwater or saltwater big fish awards. Separate categories recognize fresh- and saltwater anglers.[/size][/#000000][/font]
[font "Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif"][#000000][size 2]The program begins May 1 and is open to everyone. There is no time limit to gather the required five species to qualify. Award recipients will be announced at the end of the year and will receive a special certificate commemorating their accomplishment.[/size][/#000000][/font]
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[font "Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif"][#000000][size 2]The program begins May 1 and is open to everyone. There is no time limit to gather the required five species to qualify. Award recipients will be announced at the end of the year and will receive a special certificate commemorating their accomplishment.[/size][/#000000][/font]
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