05-05-2008, 09:10 PM
May 4-11, 2008
Program 1606-R - Originally Aired November 4-11, 2007
Learning to live with the American Alligator; maintaining your tent; enjoying the altitude of Davis Mountains State Park; honoring Doc Shelton; the wild west at Palo Duro Canyon.
Details
* Monarch of the Marsh - On the Endangered Species List just 30 years ago, the American Alligator has made a remarkable comeback. But today, as its range expands, more and more people are coming into contact with this monarch of the marsh.
* Outdoor Info: Tent Maintenance - Get some tips on maintaining your tent. Learn how to repair a rip, and how to waterproof your outdoor investment.<br />
* Davis Mountains State Park - This park sits atop the most extensive mountain range in Texas. At six thousand feet, it's a one of a kind experience. And when you're day is done, there's no need to leave the park, stay at the recently refurbished Indian Lodge.<br />
* Doc Shelton, Freshwater Fishing Hall of Fame - The late William B. Shelton of Lufkin was a physician and a conservationist. Doc, as he was known, spent a lot of his free time sharing his love for fishing. He started a tournament to raise money for cancer patients, began a couples bass club along with his wife, and helped kids learn about the outdoors. Doc Shelton is the 2007 Texas Freshwater Fishing Hall of Fame inductee.<br />
* Postcard From Texas - The wild west at Palo Duro Canyon State Park.
May 11-18, 2008
Program 1607-R - Feeds May 11, 2008 - Originally Aired November 11-18, 2007
Recovering from the Panhandle wildfires; water wonders at Lake Whitney State Park; Litteken Ranch outdoor outreach; comeback of the tenacious tarpon; Big Bend in Bloom.
Details
* Fire on the Prairie - Months of drought and driving winds contributed to raging wildfires that destroyed almost half a million acres of the Texas Panhandle in March 2006. Thanks to timely rains in the year after the fire, the land is well on the way to recovery. See how the people, the land and the wildlife have been affected by this unprecedented disaster.<br />
* 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.<br />
* Lone Star Land Steward: Litteken Ranch - This Clay County ranch has operated under a TPWD-approved Wildlife Management Plan for 11 years. The ranch hosts a number of outreach activities ranging from "Hello Neighbor" tours for local landowners to Boy Scout outings, all designed to spread the message of proper land management.<br />
* Mystery of the Tarpon - Heralded for their awe-inspiring jumps and tenacious power, tarpon are the stuff from which fish tales are spun. But over the last couple decades, their populations have taken a serious dive. Today, a group of scientists are trying to learn about the biology of this secretive fish in hopes of raising its presence in the Gulf.<br />
* Postcard From Texas - When Big Bend Ranch State Park blooms, it's a sight to behold.
May 18-25, 2008
Program 1608-R - Feeds May 18, 2008 - Originally Aired November 18-25, 2007
The life and times of Texas Game Wardens; Martin Dies, Jr. State Park canoe trip; restoring springs on a Llano River ranch; birding for beginners; radical rocks at Copper Break State Park.
Details
* What Wardens Do - The title "Texas Game Warden" evokes an iconic image of selfless peace officers protecting our natural resources. But few of us are aware of their wide range of responsibilities. We'll follow some of these men and women, from the rutted dirt tracks of the High Plains Canyon Country, to the storm-crossed waters of the Gulf Coast.<br />
* Martin Dies, Jr. State Park - This park nestled in the pristine bottomland hardwood forests of East Texas offers up one of the best canoe trips in the state. Follow along on this guided canoe adventure through a true east Texas bayou. Keep your eyes peeled--who knows what's around the next bend?<br />
* Lone Star Land Steward: Llano Springs Ranch - Several generations of a close-knit family pitched in to restore this central Texas ranch to its native habitat. Through years of hard work the family has cleared two-thirds of the ranch of invasive cedar. Thanks to their efforts, they've helped get natural springs flowing again and enhanced the Llano River.<br />
* Birding Basics - Birding has become big in Texas, with the numbers of Texas birders topping 2 million. The Lone Star state has more documented birds than any other state, and some rare beauties that you'll find no where else in North America. So what does it take to get into this hobby? We'll take a look at some of the basic gear you'll need, fill you in on where to go, and highlight a way to bring the birds to you.<br />
* Postcard From Texas - Unusual rock formations at Copper Breaks State Park.
May 25-June 1, 2008
Program 1609-R - Feeds May 25, 2008 - Originally Aired November 25-December 2, 2007
Monitoring the health of frogs and toads; hidden away at the Hill Country State Natural Area; how animals use coloration for camouflage; overcoming obstacles and peddling the country; morning mist on the Leon River.
Details
* Frog People - Amphibians may be trying to tell us something, and some concerned citizens are listening. At backyard ponds, suburban creeks, and rural wetlands, participants in the Texas Amphibian Watch program monitor the health of frogs and toads, both for science and for fun.<br />
* Hill Country State Natural Area - Hitch your horse in the rugged beauty of Hill Country State Natural Area. It may be only 45 miles from San Antonio, but civilization seems so far away.<br />
* Wild Things: Animal Coloration - From brightly colored feathers that make a bird stand out, to mottled camouflage to help an animal hide, different colors serve different purposes throughout the animal kingdom.<br />
* A Not-So-Easy Rider - Travel through Texas with a young man making his way cross-country on a handcycle. Being a paraplegic hasn't handicapped his effort to get out and enjoy a trip across America.<br />
* Postcard From Texas - Morning mist on the prairie and the murky Leon River at Mother Neff State Park.
Program 1606-R - Originally Aired November 4-11, 2007
Learning to live with the American Alligator; maintaining your tent; enjoying the altitude of Davis Mountains State Park; honoring Doc Shelton; the wild west at Palo Duro Canyon.
Details
* Monarch of the Marsh - On the Endangered Species List just 30 years ago, the American Alligator has made a remarkable comeback. But today, as its range expands, more and more people are coming into contact with this monarch of the marsh.
* Outdoor Info: Tent Maintenance - Get some tips on maintaining your tent. Learn how to repair a rip, and how to waterproof your outdoor investment.<br />
* Davis Mountains State Park - This park sits atop the most extensive mountain range in Texas. At six thousand feet, it's a one of a kind experience. And when you're day is done, there's no need to leave the park, stay at the recently refurbished Indian Lodge.<br />
* Doc Shelton, Freshwater Fishing Hall of Fame - The late William B. Shelton of Lufkin was a physician and a conservationist. Doc, as he was known, spent a lot of his free time sharing his love for fishing. He started a tournament to raise money for cancer patients, began a couples bass club along with his wife, and helped kids learn about the outdoors. Doc Shelton is the 2007 Texas Freshwater Fishing Hall of Fame inductee.<br />
* Postcard From Texas - The wild west at Palo Duro Canyon State Park.
May 11-18, 2008
Program 1607-R - Feeds May 11, 2008 - Originally Aired November 11-18, 2007
Recovering from the Panhandle wildfires; water wonders at Lake Whitney State Park; Litteken Ranch outdoor outreach; comeback of the tenacious tarpon; Big Bend in Bloom.
Details
* Fire on the Prairie - Months of drought and driving winds contributed to raging wildfires that destroyed almost half a million acres of the Texas Panhandle in March 2006. Thanks to timely rains in the year after the fire, the land is well on the way to recovery. See how the people, the land and the wildlife have been affected by this unprecedented disaster.<br />
* 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.<br />
* Lone Star Land Steward: Litteken Ranch - This Clay County ranch has operated under a TPWD-approved Wildlife Management Plan for 11 years. The ranch hosts a number of outreach activities ranging from "Hello Neighbor" tours for local landowners to Boy Scout outings, all designed to spread the message of proper land management.<br />
* Mystery of the Tarpon - Heralded for their awe-inspiring jumps and tenacious power, tarpon are the stuff from which fish tales are spun. But over the last couple decades, their populations have taken a serious dive. Today, a group of scientists are trying to learn about the biology of this secretive fish in hopes of raising its presence in the Gulf.<br />
* Postcard From Texas - When Big Bend Ranch State Park blooms, it's a sight to behold.
May 18-25, 2008
Program 1608-R - Feeds May 18, 2008 - Originally Aired November 18-25, 2007
The life and times of Texas Game Wardens; Martin Dies, Jr. State Park canoe trip; restoring springs on a Llano River ranch; birding for beginners; radical rocks at Copper Break State Park.
Details
* What Wardens Do - The title "Texas Game Warden" evokes an iconic image of selfless peace officers protecting our natural resources. But few of us are aware of their wide range of responsibilities. We'll follow some of these men and women, from the rutted dirt tracks of the High Plains Canyon Country, to the storm-crossed waters of the Gulf Coast.<br />
* Martin Dies, Jr. State Park - This park nestled in the pristine bottomland hardwood forests of East Texas offers up one of the best canoe trips in the state. Follow along on this guided canoe adventure through a true east Texas bayou. Keep your eyes peeled--who knows what's around the next bend?<br />
* Lone Star Land Steward: Llano Springs Ranch - Several generations of a close-knit family pitched in to restore this central Texas ranch to its native habitat. Through years of hard work the family has cleared two-thirds of the ranch of invasive cedar. Thanks to their efforts, they've helped get natural springs flowing again and enhanced the Llano River.<br />
* Birding Basics - Birding has become big in Texas, with the numbers of Texas birders topping 2 million. The Lone Star state has more documented birds than any other state, and some rare beauties that you'll find no where else in North America. So what does it take to get into this hobby? We'll take a look at some of the basic gear you'll need, fill you in on where to go, and highlight a way to bring the birds to you.<br />
* Postcard From Texas - Unusual rock formations at Copper Breaks State Park.
May 25-June 1, 2008
Program 1609-R - Feeds May 25, 2008 - Originally Aired November 25-December 2, 2007
Monitoring the health of frogs and toads; hidden away at the Hill Country State Natural Area; how animals use coloration for camouflage; overcoming obstacles and peddling the country; morning mist on the Leon River.
Details
* Frog People - Amphibians may be trying to tell us something, and some concerned citizens are listening. At backyard ponds, suburban creeks, and rural wetlands, participants in the Texas Amphibian Watch program monitor the health of frogs and toads, both for science and for fun.<br />
* Hill Country State Natural Area - Hitch your horse in the rugged beauty of Hill Country State Natural Area. It may be only 45 miles from San Antonio, but civilization seems so far away.<br />
* Wild Things: Animal Coloration - From brightly colored feathers that make a bird stand out, to mottled camouflage to help an animal hide, different colors serve different purposes throughout the animal kingdom.<br />
* A Not-So-Easy Rider - Travel through Texas with a young man making his way cross-country on a handcycle. Being a paraplegic hasn't handicapped his effort to get out and enjoy a trip across America.<br />
* Postcard From Texas - Morning mist on the prairie and the murky Leon River at Mother Neff State Park.