As Ernest Tubb famously sang, “I could waltz across Texas with you.” Just make sure you’re not carrying any invasive species with you while you do it.

Enjoying the Texas outdoors is a terrific way to spend time with family, even our four-legged members. While most pets might not be well-suited for hikes, there is one kind often found on trails enjoying themselves—you guessed it, dogs. Dogs can be great hiking partners, but it is important to consider their needs when preparing for hikes or other outdoor activities. Here are five tips to ensure a fun and safe hiking trip for you and your canine companions

Warmer weather brings more opportunities to take advantage of our beautiful Texas landscape. Hiking trails are prevalent in Texas, and with over 70 state parks, there is no shortage of places that can provide the perfect escape for you and your family. Visit Texas Parks and Wildlife to find state parks near you. And before you head out on those trails, check out some tips to keep yourself and the wildlife safe.  

Five easy ways to help pollinators in Texas.

Birds are an integral part of our ecosystem and building bird feeders in the spring is a wonderful way to get ready for them. Bird feeders not only provide food for these amazing animals, they can also offer a fantastic opportunity for some birdwatching from your backyard. Here are a few ways to make some eco-friendly bird feeders at home.  

The long, dry summers in Texas lead many counties to enact bans on some or all types of burning. Read about these bans and preventing wildfires in Texas.

Water is a fundamental part of life for humans, animals, and plants. According to the Mayo Clinic, adults need between 11-16 cups of fluid each day and only 20% of that comes from food. The other 80% comes from beverages, including drinking water.

Learn about watersheds how they’re vital to our streams, rivers, lakes, and drinking water.

Discover the flora and fauna in your neighborhood.

The answer might surprise you.