About this episode

Larry Weishuhn discusses the history and impact of the Texas Wildlife Association and recent conservation initiatives.

Texas Wildlife Association (TWA) Recap Larry dedicates a significant portion of the episode to the history, founding, and impact of the Texas Wildlife Association: Recent Event: Larry recently returned from the 41st anniversary TWA convention, which was held at the JW Marriott in San Antonio. Founding History: TWA was established back in 1985. Larry started the organization alongside his friends Murphy Ray and Gary Machen. The Catalyst: The group was formed after David Palmer, an assistant director of law enforcement, warned them about proposed Texas Parks and Wildlife Department (TPWD) changes that would adversely affect private landowners. Land Ownership: The founders recognized a critical need to protect landowner rights because 95% to 99% of Texas land is privately owned. The "Broom Closet" Meeting: Initially, TPWD officials dismissed their concerns. The officials sent them to meet in Room 232, which turned out to be a broom closet. Official Formation: In response to being dismissed, they called a meeting at the Y.O. Hilton in Kerrville. Out of 50 people invited, 49 attended to form the "Wildlife Association of Texas" (later TWA). McLean Bowman was elected as the…

People in this episode

Host: Larry Weishuhn

Topics covered

• conservation
• landowner rights
• Texas Wildlife Association
• hunting
• wildlife protection

Keywords

• Texas Wildlife Association
• conservation initiatives
• landowner rights
• hunting programs
• Texas Parks and Wildlife

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Texas Wildlife Association, Texas Parks and Wildlife Department

Places: San Antonio, Kerrville

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