From safari parks, nature reserves and historic sites to private ranches, there are places you can always go to either watch or hunt exotic species in Texas. Here are a few of the best options: Read More…
Owning exotic animals doesn’t come without problems, but, if you do your research, you’ll be able to decide if it’s best for you. Exotics can cause problems if they are added to an area that is already at carrying capacity, and more aggressive animals can displace native wildlife. They can also disturb the ecological balance….
There are an estimated 230,000+ foreign hoofed mammals and 100+ different species in the US, mostly abundant in Texas, Florida, New Mexico, California, Hawaii, and other states’ ranches, wildlife preserves and safaris. How did these species get here? Where can you go to view them? What are some guidelines for responsible ownership? As I’ve become…
I’ve thought about this quite a bit. As I started to hunt, I learned about native species, invasive species, exotics, culling and harvesting and conservation. I was under the impression that exotic animals were “bad” per se because they take our native species’ land and food, water and shelter sources. But, the more I researched through…
I was born and raised in Texas, had a couple of quick stints in New Mexico and Arizona, and lived on two ranches as a young kid, but I’ve been a city girl most of my life. I didn’t grow up hunting and I’m definitely not a tomboy. I’m a mom of two kids, a…
What’s the appropriate age for a kid to start hunting? From my experience, most people throw around the ages 7, 8 and 9. But why are these the ages most people assume a child is ready to hunt? Is there even a “right” age? A kid can go on their first hunt when they are…
The EWA is attempting to get U.S. captive-bred, non-native hoofstock currently listed as endangered in their native countries out from under the Endangered Species Act.
For all gun owners, gun safety and storage are our highest priorities. Kids must be taught gun safety at an early age.
The nilgai or blue bull is the largest Asian antelope. While the females are more of a tawny color, the males have a bluish-grey coloring.
Think you know your deer, antelope, and sheep breeds? We’ll show you a picture and you guess what it is. Ready, set, go!