Thank you for purchasing a Texas Fishing License

You are now part of a very special group of people carrying on a timeless Texas tradition. Whether fishing has been passed down from your family – or if you’re just getting introduced to fishing, you are in for the time of your life! 

No kidding – being outside in nature, experiencing the thrill of your first catch, connecting with your family and friends, and then, if you choose, bringing home fresh, unprocessed fish for dinner. Does it get any better or healthier than that?

Besides actually fishing, we love nothing more than sharing all things FISHING – especially with our newbies. If you don’t have time  to view this info right now, just save this email or bookmark our website for new or returning anglers for your future reference. 

Welcome to the wild world of Texas fishing, hold on to your rod and reel, and get your fish on!

FISHING PREP

Texas is blessed with some of the best fishing in the country – rivers, lakes, bays, marshes, the Gulf – and that makes it easy to find great places to fish close to your home! Try this interactive map to find places to fish nearby.

Feel excited but a little overwhelmed? Then sit back with a bowl of popcorn and enjoy these how-to fish videos on rods, reels, hooks, knots, bait, cleaning your fish, safety and more. Sorry Netflix.

Don’t end up on Lone Star Law!  Download the free Outdoor Annual app or visit OutdoorAnnual.com for all the fishing regulations you need to know. You can even access the regulations without internet connectivity and in the most remote locations. And use the app to carry a digital copy of your license!

FISH ON!

Everyone likes tips for success! Check out this blog for 5 simple fishing tips in as many minutes. If you’re all about that bass, watch this bass fishing tips video and read more about how to catch bass on TakeMeFishing.org.

Watch these tackle box tips on the basic gear and supplies you'll need for your fishing trip. And take a look at our other Fishing 101 videos with more hot tips for beginning anglers.

THE BEST FISHING STORIES

All Access Subscription: 1 year of print issues + mobile app for just $20.00. 

Great fishing stories start with your license purchase. Enjoy articles from the expert writers of Texas Parks & Wildlife magazine on saltwater, freshwater, bass and fly-fishing. And check out the Saltwater and Freshwater Fishing Guides, free in the Texas Parks & Wildlife magazine mobile app.

See what other Texans are catching, find out about fishing events and get advice from the experts at TPWD. Follow one or more of our fishing-focused Facebook Pages or Instagram Accounts! And follow us on Twitter at @TPWDFish.