Over a week has passed since the bill-filing deadline in the 89th Texas Legislative Session, and Texas BHA has been deep in the weeds monitoring key pieces of legislation on priority issues — most notably around the control of chronic wasting disease, deer breeding, and even a short-lived attempt to abolish the state game agency responsible for regulating those issues. The BHA policy team has identified more than four dozen pieces of legislation directly relevant to our mission of protecting ...

Welcome to your first glimpse of BHA's Western Policy Spotter - a high-level scan of state policy and legislation impacting wild public lands, waters and wildlife across the West. Much like wading through the marsh wearing heavy waders and a bag overloaded with decoys, BHA’s chapter leaders are trudging through a few bills this legislative session that will require careful footwork and dogged persistence. While there are many mission critical bills currently in front of BHA's chapters, one ...

The battle to Save the Cutoff continues with new developments in the court case that BHA formally weighed in on earlier in the year – view the amicus curiae we submitted alongside the Texas Rivers & Parks Association in support of public access to the Cutoff. This suit, referred to as “the road case,” had a court hearing on July 17, 2024, where the judge decided to hold off on moving forward until “the navigability case” is resolved. The court is concerned about the possibility of reaching ...

Elk Enchiladas This Elk enchiladas recipe is a must-try. It offers a rich and savory experience that brings game meat to the forefront of your culinary repertoire. Whether you use ground elk or substitute your favorite game meat, this dish promises to deliver bold flavors and hearty satisfaction. These Elk enchiladas are easy to prepare and guaranteed to impress, perfect for a family dinner or a special gathering. Preheat your oven and get ready.  Ingredients 1 lb ground elk 2 tbsp olive ...