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• Statewide Texas Capitol Day

  • When
    Thursday, April 30, 2026
  •  
    9:30 AM - 12:30 PM
  • Location
    Texas Capitol - 1100 Congress Ave, Austin, TX 78701

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  Join Stewards of the Wild at the Texas Capitol on April 30!

  This event is open to all SOTW members and hosted by the Statewide Conservation Committee. Join us at the Texas Capitol to learn about the inner workings of conservation-related legislation and the Texas conservation funding model from legislative experts and staff.  The event will conclude with a full tour of the Capitol building.

  Guest Speakers

  • Sam Stone, Texas Parks and Wildlife Foundation, who works closely with Texas Parks and Wildlife Department legislative staff.
  • Will Oliver, who serves as Representative Denise Villalobos' Chief of Staff. Rep. Villalobos (District 34) sits on the Committee on Natural Resources and is navigating Texas' involved water issues.
  • Lauren McCarthy, who serves as Representative Will Metcalf's Chief of Staff. Rep. Metcalf (District 16) is the Chair of the Committee on Culture, Recreation, & Tourism.
  • Additional speakers TBA.  

  Agenda

  • 9:30 a.m. Check in at the Capitol Rotunda 
  • 10-11:15 a.m. Hear from special guest speakers Sam Stone (TPWF), Will Oliver, Lauren McCarthy and others!
  • 11:30 a.m. Official Capitol Tour
  • 12:30 p.m. Departure (the group may grab lunch together nearby, but this is optional)

  This event is free and open to all SOTW members and non-members. Please RSVP using the registration link. 

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• San Antonio SOTW | Trash Free Gulf Cleanup

  • When
    Saturday, May 02, 2026
  •  
    8:00 AM - 12:00 PM
  • Location
    2760 Camino Coahuilteca, San Antonio, TX 78214

  San Antonio SOTW will be working with Keep San Antonio Beautiful as part of the Gulf Trust's 2026 Trash Free Gulf Initiative!
  

  The Trash Free Gulf campaign, a program of the Gulf Trust, is presented by H-E-B’s Our Texas, Our Future. We are working with partners across Texas in May 2026 to conduct litter cleanups in every major watershed and along the coastline. We can turn the tide together by keeping our local waters clean — for Texas and beyond. Through our collective efforts at home, we can ensure our waterways thrive and create a lasting impact downstream.  

  Help us clean up the San Antonio River and prevent trash from reaching the Gulf! Volunteers of all ages are welcome. Hats, closed-toed shoes, and reusable water bottles recommended. Register below!

  REGISTER HERE

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• Austin SOTW | Clean up Brushy Creek with Living Waters

  • When
    Saturday, May 02, 2026
  •  
    8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
  • Location
    103 North Brown StreetRound Rock, TX, 78664United States

  Austin SOW will be helping Living Waters Fly Fishing clean up Brushy Creek at their Annual Brushy Creek Cleanup & Crawfish Boil!

  8:00 A.M. – Doors Open / Coffee / Round Rock Donuts

  8:15 A.M. – Cleanup Briefing / Equipment Distribution / Carpool

  8:30 A.M. – Cleanup Begins

  1:00 P.M. – Crawfish Boil and Trash Awards

  6:00 P.M. – Doors Close

  To show our appreciation for the efforts of our cleanup volunteers, we host a Crawfish Boil at the shop, immediately following the clean-up!  This year, there will be a few prizes awarded as well!  If you can’t make the clean-up but want to eat some crawfish with us, please join and just throw a few bucks in the donation jar (suggested $15 donation).

  New for 2026 – We have partnered with Trash Free Gulf in their effort to make positive impacts in headwater streams and rivers that benefit our coastal environments.  They will also be providing some cleanup gear for volunteers.

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• Dallas Chapter Trash Free Gulf Clean Up

  • When
    Saturday, May 02, 2026
  •  
    8:30 AM - 10:30 AM
  • Location
    White Rock Lake

  Pitch in to help Texas Parks and Wildlife Foundation (TPWF) and the Dallas Chapter clean up White Rock Lake as part of the Trash Free Gulf Initiative! All volunteers welcome!

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• BCS SOTW | Trash Free Gulf Waterways Cleanup

  • When
    Saturday, May 02, 2026
  •  
    9:00 AM
  • Location
    Wolf Pen Creek Park

  Please complete registration for the Cleanup through the Gulf Coast Trust Website. 

  
  

  Join BCS Stewards, City of College Station and Texas Water Resources Institute for a Trash Free Gulf Waterways Cleanup in Wolf Pen Creek on May 2, 2026 from 9am to 11am. Please park in the Post Oak Mall Parking Lot. We will meet at the Wolf Pen Creek Amphitheater on 1015 Colgate Drive, College Station, TX 77840. We will be conducting a trash cleanup as well as have the opportunity to complete an invasive plant removal. Gloves, tools, trash bags will be provided. Bring a hat, reusable water bottle, closed toed shoes, and long pants. Waders should be worn for trash clean up done from the water. Please contact us at bcs@stewardsofthewild.org if you would like to bring a kayak for the cleanup. All ages welcomed children must be accompanied by an adult. Everyone participating must complete a waiver here. 

  
  

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• Native Prairies Association of Texas - Native Plants and Prairies Day

  • When
    Saturday, May 02, 2026
  •  
    10:00 AM - 3:00 PM
  • Location
    Bath House Cultural Center at White Rock Lake 521 East Lawther Drive, Dallas, TX

  Native Plants and Prairies Day

  Presented by Native Plant Society of Texas, Dallas Chapter; Texas Master Naturalist, North Texas Chapter; and the Native Prairies Association of Texas, Blackland Prairie Chapter 

  
  

  Saturday, May 2, 2026

  10:00 AM to 3:00 PM

  Bath House Cultural Center at White Rock Lake

  521 East Lawther Drive, Dallas, Texas

  
  

  Native Plants and Prairies Day is a fun, free event for families to celebrate our blackland prairies here in North Texas. Join us for our speakers, exhibits, tours, and kids' activities.
  
  Native Plants and Prairies Day highlights the importance and value of our North Texas prairies as habitat for bugs, birds, and mammals and as a vital natural resource.

  
  

  Event details, speaker, and prairie walk information: https://ntxnppd.org/

  If you’d like to help out, we’d also love to have volunteers assist with the event:

  The event organizers especially appreciate help with setup, greeting attendees, outreach, and general event support.

  Volunteer Sign-Up: https://volunteersignup.org/7PWWT

  **This is not a SOTW event**

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• Fort Worth SOTW x Fort Worth Nature Center & Refuge Trash Free Gulf Cleanup

  • When
    Saturday, May 09, 2026
  •  
    8:00 AM - 11:00 AM
  • Location
    Fort Worth Nature Center & Refuge 9601 Fossil Ridge RoadFort Worth, TX, 76135United States

  Fort Worth Trash Free Gulf Cleanup

  Fort Worth SOTW will be working with Fort Worth Nature Center & Refuge as part of the Gulf Trust's 2026 Trash Free Gulf Initiative!

  The Trash Free Gulf campaign, a program of the Gulf Trust, is presented by H-E-B’s Our Texas, Our Future. We are working with partners across Texas in May 2026 to conduct litter cleanups in every major watershed and along the coastline. We can turn the tide together by keeping our local waters clean — for Texas and beyond. Through our collective efforts at home, we can ensure our waterways thrive and create a lasting impact downstream.  

  Volunteers of all ages are welcome to help remove litter, protect local wildlife, and keep one of Fort Worth’s most iconic waterways beautiful. RSVP below to let us know you're coming.

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• Fort Worth Chapter Conservation Happy Hour

  • When
    Thursday, May 14, 2026
  •  
    5:00 PM
  • Location
    Rogers Roundhouse - 1616 Rogers Rd, Fort Worth, TX 76107

  Join the Fort Worth chapter of Stewards of the Wild on May 14th at 5:00 PM at Rogers Roundhouse!

  Come hang out for a relaxed evening of drinks, community, and a conversation about wildlife advocacy. New to Stewards? This is a great opportunity to meet people in a casual atmosphere and learn what we're all about!

  RSVP to let us know you're coming! 

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• Midland SOTW X Sibley Nature Center Trash Free Gulf Cleanup

  • When
    Friday, May 15, 2026
  •  
    9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
  • Location
    Sibley Nature Center Parking Lot 1307 East Wadley Avenue, Midland, TX, 79705

  Trash Free Gulf Cleanup 2026

  Midland SOTW will be working with Sibley Nature Center as part of the Gulf Trust's 2026 Trash Free Gulf Initiative!

  The Trash Free Gulf campaign, a program of the Gulf Trust, is presented by H-E-B’s Our Texas, Our Future. We are working with partners across Texas in May 2026 to conduct litter cleanups in every major watershed and along the coastline. We can turn the tide together by keeping our local waters clean — for Texas and beyond. Through our collective efforts at home, we can ensure our waterways thrive and create a lasting impact downstream.  

  Join us for a morning of giving back to Midland! Closed-toed shoes and a hat are recommended. Please bring gloves if you have them. RSVP below to let us know you're coming.

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• Fort Worth Chapter Family Fishing Day @ Lake Como

  • When
    Saturday, May 16, 2026
  •  
    12:00 AM
  • Location
    Lake Como (Texas)

  Join Fort Worth Stewards of the Wild at Lake Como for a day of family-friendly fun on the water! 

  Come cast a line with us!

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• Texas Wildlife Association - Adult Learn to Hunt 101 Course

  • When
    Saturday, May 16, 2026
  •  
    11:00 AM - 2:00 PM
  • Location
    Texas Wildlife Association Headquarter's 6644 FM 1102 New Braunfels, Texas 78132 United States

  About This Event

  Texas Wildlife Association's Adult Learn to Hunt Program 101 Course. 

   ALHP is hosting a 101 introductory course at the TWA headquarters in New Braunfels, TX on Saturday May 16th. 

   Planning on applying for the Adult Learn to Hunt Program next season? Get ready to kick off your hunting journey with this interactive session by meeting fellow participants, connect with ALHP leaders, and get a feel for what to expect on one of our hunts.

  This Hunting 101 Session is designed for individuals who are new to ALHP or have applied before and have not been selected. The course will cover the basics, answer your questions, and even put your skills to the test with a mock hunting scenario. Attending this ALHP 101 session is a great way to gain prior eligibility for the 2026/2027 season hunts. 

  Topics include:

  • Texas Wildlife Association History & Mission – learn how conservation and hunting go hand in hand.

  • Hunting Skills Trail – step into a mock hunting scenario 

  • Firearm Safety & What to Expect on an ALHP Hunt – helpful tips to prepare you for a successful and safe hunt. (No live fire shooting)

  • Q&A with ALHP Leaders – ask anything and hear directly from experienced mentors, including ALHP’s Program Coordinator Jim Wentrcek.

  Lunch will be provided. This event will be followed by a Happy Hour social with other ALHP participants in Downtown New Braunfels. More info to come!

  REGISTER HERE

  ***This is not a SOTW event***

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• SOTW-Houston-Fly Fishing Night & Happy Hour

  • When
    Wednesday, May 20, 2026
  •  
    6:00 PM
  • Location
    Gordy & Sons, 22 Waugh Dr, Houston, TX 77007

  Join us at Gordy & Sons on May 20th from 6:00-8:00PM for a Fly fishing clinic, competition, and happy hour.

  Gordy & Sons staff will provide all gear and casting lessons for those interested. Lessons will be followed by a casting competition (rules TBD) the winner of which will win a Gordy & Sons gift card.

  Food and drinks will be provided by SOTW. 

  Free to come!

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• Dallas Chapter Summer Lunch Series - Katy Trail Ice House

  • When
    Friday, May 29, 2026
  •  
    11:45 AM - 1:30 PM
  • Location
    Katy Trail Ice House

  
  

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• Statewide South Llano River Overnight Trip & Paddle

  • Start
    Friday, May 29, 2026
  •  
    5:00 PM
  • End
    Sunday, May 31, 2026
  •  
    11:00 AM
  • Location
    Legacy Ranch - Mason County, Texas

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  Join Stewards from across the state for a trip to the South Llano River, on May 29-31, 2026!

  The South Llano River is a natural wonder of Texas: its spring-fed, crystal clear water is home to some of Texas’ most beloved species and it provides drinking water to upstream communities like Junction before making its way down to the Highland Lakes. It is also a part of the Texas Paddling Trails Network– though its remote nature means many have never experienced it.

  We invite you to join Stewards of the Wild for an overnight trip and paddle to the South Llano River (near Junction). Hosted by the Statewide Conservation Committee's Native Habitats team, you'll have an opportunity to see firsthand the importance of river conservation in Texas and hear from the experts on a full-day river paddle, and learn about the vital role of native plants during a visit to the Native American Seed farm.

  Only 15 spots available! Registration is currently open to SOTW members, and may open to non-members if spots remain.

  Agenda:

  • Friday, May 29: Arrive by 5 p.m. for a welcome dinner at the lodging location (Legacy Ranch at Lazy H).

  • Saturday, May 30: Paddle a 7-mile stretch of the South Llano River that has been designated as the Coke Stevenson Scenic Waterway and hear from Texas Parks and Wildlife Department, Llano River Watershed Alliance, and other experts about efforts to study and protect this pristine waterway. This will be a full day paddle.

  • Sunday, May 31: Visit the Native American Seed Farm to learn about the land-water nexus and the vital role native plants serve in keeping our waterways pristine before departing at 11 a.m.

  What's Provided:

  Lodging (2 nights, indoor lodging at Lazy H), meals except Saturday dinner (we will go into town), and kayaks will be provided. 

  We encourage anyone to sign up that:

  • Wants to experience one of the state’s most iconic waterways

  • Is curious about river conservation, riparian habitats, and the land-water nexus

  • Is excited to participate in a full day 7-mile paddle trip (Note: the South Llano is a gentle river, but we recommend that folks have a basic understanding of kayaking before going on this trip)

  Packing List: 

  • Water shoes (or a pair of sneakers you don’t mind getting wet) for kayaking - we recommend hard soles

  • Refillable water bottle(s)

  • Hat, sunglasses, sunscreen, and clothing for sun protection; dry bag/waterproof bag for your phone, keys, and valuables

  Please note that the weather is unpredictable. The rain-out date for this event is June 12-14. 

  Cancellation Policy: Cancel 4 weeks in advance of event, receive a full refund. Cancel 2-4 weeks in advance of event, receive 50% refund. Cancel less than 2 weeks in advance of event, receive no refund.

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• Houston SOTW x Galveston Bay Foundation Trash Free Gulf Cleanup

  • When
    Saturday, May 30, 2026
  •  
    9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
  • Location
    Gragg Park - 6200 Wheeler St, Houston, TX 77023

  Trash Free Gulf Cleanup 2026

  Houston SOTW will be partnering with the Galveston Bay Foundation as part of the Gulf Trust's 2026 Trash Free Gulf Initiative!

  The Trash Free Gulf campaign, a program of the Gulf Trust, is presented by H-E-B’s Our Texas, Our Future. We are working with partners across Texas in May 2026 to conduct litter cleanups in every major watershed and along the coastline. We can turn the tide together by keeping our local waters clean — for Texas and beyond. Through our collective efforts at home, we can ensure our waterways thrive and create a lasting impact downstream.  

  We will be working along Kuhlman Gully and Brays Bayou. This is a great opportunity to give back and support the conservation efforts that SOTW stands for. This event is free to attend. 

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• BCS SOTW | Bat Walk

  • When
    Sunday, May 31, 2026
  •  
    8:00 PM
  • Location
    Lick Creek Park

  Join BCS Stewards and Dr. Amanda Adams at 8:00pm. We will be discussing bat habitats, conservation efforts, and more. Dr. Adams is the Director of Research Coordination for Bat Conservation International. She runs BCI’s Student Research Scholarship Program and is passionate about developing capacity for bat conservation. Amanda specializes in bioacoustics and has broad research experience, particularly in behavioral and sensory ecology, and is adjunct faculty in the Department of Biology at Texas A&M University.

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• Statewide 5th Annual Matagorda Fishing Tournament

  • When
    Saturday, June 06, 2026
  •  
    6:30 AM - 4:00 PM
  • Location
    Matagorda Harbor

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  Join us for the Statewide 5th Annual Matagorda Fishing Tournament on June 6, 2026, for a day of fun, competition, and conservation on the water!

  
  

  Registration fees will increase to $825 (guided) and $375 (bring your own boat) on May 6. 

  We're chartering inshore guide boats to target redfish and trout for the tournament. Each guide boat will fit a team of 3 fishermen. Those who wish to use their own boat and fish without a guide can do so as well. Tickets cover your guide boat, bait, and post-tournament festivities. 

  The winning boat will be the team with the heaviest combined stringer of two (2) redfish and two (2) trout. Awards will also be given to the team who catches the redfish with the most spots. Finally, we will give a separate prize to one “Team Entry – No Guide” team who turns in the heaviest combined stringer of two (2) redfish and two (2) trout.

  Want to guide yourself, but don't own a boat? You're in luck! Our friends at Ranch Water Rentals offer easy boat rentals. Check them out at www.ranchwaterrentals.com. 

  Don't have a team, but want to participate? Email us at sotw@stewardsofthewild.org. 

  Schedule of Events:

  Friday evening: Informal happy hour at a TBA local spot in Matagorda.

  Saturday morning: Fishing tournament from sunrise to 1 p.m.

  Saturday afternoon: Post-tournament festivities including food, drink, and awards at Wayne's Bait Camp.

  Tournament Rules:

  1. All participants must be current members of SOTW.

  2. All participants must have a valid Texas fishing license (saltwater).

  2. Fishing guides may not enter fish they catch, only fish caught by SOTW members can be entered. If fishing with a guide provided by SOTW, you must meet the guide at the Matagorda Harbor by 6:30 a.m. CST on June 28. If you are not at the Matagorda Harbor by 6:30 a.m. CST and have not made the guide aware you will be late, the guide will be free to leave without you.

  3. Maximum of three SOTW members per boat.

  4. All fish must be weighed or in line to be weighed at Wayne's Bait Camp by 1:30 p.m. CST on June 6, 2026.

  5. Only fish caught on June 6, 2026 between sunrise (6:29 a.m. CDT) and 1 p.m. CDT may be entered.

  6. Boats must depart from the Matagorda Harbor.

  7. Anglers may only fish Texas state waters.

  8. Methods of capture are limited to all types of rod and reel fishing.

  9. Any legal bait can be used.

  10. All types of vessels and wading is allowed.

  11. Any tournament participant not following TPWD rules and regulations will be disqualified.

  12. The winning boat of the team competition will be determined by the total weight of two (2) redfish within the Texas slot and two (2) trout within the Texas slot.

  13. The weighmaster will have final say on the eligibility of any fish brought in to weigh.

  14. No pale, gilled, gutted, or mutilated fish will be weighted, a trimmed tail is considered mutilation.

  15. In the event of a tie of weight:

  1. The first tie breaker will be total length of all four (4) fish according to TPWD standards

  2. The second tie breaker will be which team turned in their fish first

  Refund Policy:

  Cancel more than 30 days in advace of the event and receive a full refund. Cancel 3-4 weeks in advance of the event and receive a 50% refund. Cancel 1-2 weeks of the event and receive no refund.

  Lodging:

  You are responsible for booking your own lodging, however we have worked with our friends at LCRA Parks to reserve a block of bungalows and airstreams at the Matagorda Bay Nature Park right on the water!

  • 1 night minimum 
  • Bungalows at discounted rate of $250/night (sleeps up to 6 or 8 people)
  • Airstreams at discounted rate of $150/night (sleeps up to 4 people) 
  • Some options are pet-friendly
  • Same rates apply if you would like to extend your stay or come in early!
  • Reservations include kayaks

  Contact the park directly to book your stay: 979-863-2603. Mention the June 6 Stewards of the Wild group booking.

  Held sites for this event will be released on May 6, 2026.

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• Dallas Chapter Summer Lunch Series - The Rustic

  • When
    Friday, June 26, 2026
  •  
    11:45 AM - 1:30 PM
  • Location
    The Rustic - 3656 Howell St, Dallas, TX 75204

  
  

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• Dallas Chapter Wild Game Dinner @ Dallas Gun Club

  • When
    Wednesday, July 15, 2026
  •  
    6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
  • Location
    Dallas Gun Club (3601 Stemmons Fwy, Lewisville, TX 75067)

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• Dallas Chapter Summer Lunch Series - Pecan Lodge

  • When
    Friday, July 24, 2026
  •  
    11:45 AM - 1:30 PM
  • Location
    Pecan Lodge - 2702 Main St, Dallas, TX 75226

  
  

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• Annual All Stewards Dove Hunt

  • Start
    Friday, September 11, 2026
  •  
    12:00 PM
  • End
    Saturday, September 12, 2026
  •  
    11:00 AM
  • Location
    Albany, Texas

  Join Stewards of the Wild for the 13th Annual All-Stewards Dove Hunt Presented by Duck Camp in Albany on Sept. 11-12!

  The Annual All-Stewards Dove Hunt is Stewards of the Wild's signature outdoor experience and the largest and most popular annual event. The two-day program includes: two hunts, opportunities to learn from conservation professionals, fellowship with other outdoorsmen and women, two meals (including a gourmet dinner by acclaimed chef Jesse Griffiths), lodging, live music, sporting clays, and a festive atmosphere round out the experience.

  The All-Stewards Dove Hunt helps ensure TPWF can continue to deliver impactful, year-round conservation leadership programming to members across Texas. Watch this short video from a recent All-Stewards Dove Hunt to see how it’s unlike any other hunt in Texas.

  Tickets will go on sale this summer. Stay tuned!

  
  

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• Dallas Chapter Family Dove Hunt

  • Start
    Saturday, September 19, 2026
  •  
    12:00 PM
  • End
    Sunday, September 20, 2026
  •  
    11:00 AM
  • Location
    Albany, Texas

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