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Recreational
Opportunities
Hunting
Waterfowl hunting opportunities are available seasonally on both McFaddin
and Texas Point NWR. Blue and green-winged teal, mottled ducks, gadwall,
scaup and shoveler are a few of the species hunted on these two refuges.
Large
portions of the Refuge are open to hunters free of charge. Elsewhere,
for $10 a day, reserved 'spaced hunt areas' are available and can be accessed
by hunters on foot or by boat. There is also an accessible hunt blind
which can be reserved for hunters with a disability. For more information,
detailed maps and the Refuge's required (free) permit, hunters should
contact the Refuge Headquarters at 409-971-2909.
Or, download free permits and maps below.
2007-2008
McFaddin NWR Waterfowl Hunting Regulations and Permit.pdf (240 KB)
2007-2008 McFaddin NWR Waterfowl
Hunt Map.pdf (499 KB)
2007-2008 McFaddin NWR Mud Bayou Hunt Unit
Map.pdf (225 KB)
2007-2008 McFaddin NWR Spaced Hunt Unit
Map.pdf (247 KB)
2007-2008 Texas Point NWR Waterfowl Hunting
Regulations and Permit.pdf (249 KB)
2007-2008 Texas Point NWR Waterfowl Hunt
Map.pdf (225 KB)
(These
pdf files require Adobe
Reader.)
If you have trouble downloading these pdf files, please contact
Michele Whitbeck at Michele_Whitbeck@fws.gov.
* All hunters are
required to carry a signed permit while hunting on the Refuge.*
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Fishing
and Crabbing
Red drum, flounder, alligator gar, blue catfish and blue crab are but
a few of the species that draw many fishing and crabbing enthusiasts to
the McFaddin and Texas Point NWRs. Whether you are fishing on Clam Lake
or the intra-coastal or crabbing on Star Lake and at the headquarters,
McFaddin and Texas Point NWRs offer excellent opportunities for families
to enjoy the outdoors. * On Texas Point, fishing is primarily by boat
access.*
Wildlife Watching
A mile long cattle walk and primitive trail on Texas Point NWR provides
foot access to the marsh. The same trail wanders through restored wooded
areas crucial to many neo-tropical migratory birds that stop to refuel
after having crossed the Gulf. Eight miles of interior roads on the McFaddin
NWR provide excellent wildlife viewing opportunities and access to various
boat ramps. Though only a 1/4 mile long, the birding trail at the entrance
of Texas Point NWR is also a good place to see neotropical migrants.
Boating
Five boat ramps provide access to inland lakes and waterways. Much of
the waters are very shallow and may only be navigable by canoe or shallow
draft boats.
Please note: On
McFaddin NWR, access beyond ten-mile cut is limited to 7:30 AM to 4:00
PM Monday through Friday.
Marsh Madness!
Spend
the day on the Refuge learning about the habitats, wildlife, and recreational
opportunities found on McFaddin NWR! This free event for the entire family
offers hands-on activities and demonstrations designed to highlight the
wonderful natural resources the Refuge offers. Activities typically include
kayaking, fishing, crabbing, water safety, bird identification, live animals
and more!
Saturday, March 8th, 2008: 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m |
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