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Texas Parks & Wildlife on PBS and Cable

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November 15–22, 2009

Program 1804 — Repeats May 16–23, 2010

Featured Segments

• Policing Pollution — Texas Game Wardens do much more than just enforce the game laws. Take a behind-the-scenes look at the Texas Parks and Wildlife Game Wardens who keep our water clean and air clear by pursuing those who violate environmental laws.
• Estero Llano Grande State Park — The geographic center of the World Birding Center network is Estero Llano Grande State Park. What was once farmland is now a 176-acre refuge for a spectacular array of South Texas wildlife. The mix of thorn forest and man made wetlands make it a popular destination for birds and birders.
• Take Me Fishing — Get some tips from the experts on the right tackle and supplies for a successful fishing trip.
• Volunteer Vacation — Believe it or not, there are people out there who actually spend their vacation time working in Texas State Parks. You’ll get to know some of these volunteers who come from all across the country to put in a week’s worth of hard labor building trails at Longhorn Cavern State Park…just because they want to.
• Postcard From Texas — Early morning at Buescher State Park.

November 22–29, 2009

Program 1805 — Feeds November 22, 2009 — Repeats May 23–30, 2010

Featured Segments

• 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.
• Take Me Fishing — Here are some tried-and-true bait ideas that will work with all kinds of fish.
• Lake Bob Sandlin State Park — About two hours east of Dallas, you’ll find a quiet state park that has everything from hiking to fishing. Lake Bob Sandlin is a perfect hidden getaway for folks of all ages.
• Prescription to Burn — The sight of ranch land being consumed by fire might be disturbing to some, but to others it looks like the perfect tool to manage a healthy ecosystem. Learn all about the natural benefits of prescribed burning.
• Postcard From Texas — Relax among the tall trees of Atlanta State Park.

November 29–December 6, 2009

Program 1806 — Feeds November 29, 2009 — Repeats May 30–June 6, 2010

Featured Segments

• Balancing Act — Todd Imboden is a true homegrown product of Texas Parks & Wildlife, starting with the department when he was just out of his teens. From his humble beginnings as a janitor some 25 years ago, he now heads up Palmetto State Park, a jewel in the Texas State Park System. We’ll spend a few days with this super superintendent as he juggles his time between work and family.
• Lake Arrowhead State Park — Close to the Red River in both location and hue, this North Texas lake offers family fun and fine fishing.
• Lone Star Land Steward: Selah-Bamberger Ranch Preserve — Fourth years ago J. David Bamberger bought the ‘worst land in Blanco County.’ Today, he has some of the best. He’s spent lots of his own time and money restoring the overgrazed and damaged land by removing invasive cedar trees, replanting native grasses, and the use of prescribed fire. Bamberger is the recipient of the 2009 Leopold Conservation Award for his work in conservation and education.
• Chicken Land — Here in Texas, the Lesser Prairie Chicken’s numbers have declined as its’ historic range has dwindled to almost nothing. Since most of these birds live on private lands, wildlife biologists are counting on private landowners to help restore the habitat, and hopefully save the bird.
• Postcard From Texas — Experience a sunset and moonrise on Lake Brownwood.

December 6–13, 2009

Program 1807 — Feeds December 6, 2009 — Repeats June 6–13, 2010

Featured Segments

• Keeping the Flow — Water flowing in creeks and streams as an integral part of sustaining healthy rivers as well as recharging underground aquifers. Learn about the Texas Instream Flow Program targeting data collection on segments of five Texas rivers and the creation of first urban Paddling Trail in Arlington. Part 1 of a 6 part series.
• Buescher State Park — From hiking to biking to fishing, Buescher State Park has all you need for the perfect weekend getaway.
• 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.
• Lone Star Land Steward: Boydston Ranch — The Boydston family has done a little bit of everything to reclaim this Young County ranch. They’ve used prescribed burns, rotational grazing, and native grass plantings to improve habitat for use by cattle and wildlife.
• Postcard From Texas — A gobbling gaggle of Panhandle turkeys.

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