Hunting and Wildlife

Texas State Rifle Association

Hunting & Wildlife

Preserving Texas hunting traditions, supporting conservation, protecting access, and helping introduce the next generation to the outdoors.

A Texas Tradition

Protecting Our Hunting Heritage

Hunting and respect for the outdoors have long been part of Texas culture and firearm ownership.

TSRA believes that preserving hunting opportunities is important not only for today's sportsmen and women, but also for future generations of Texans.

Through education, advocacy, youth involvement, and cooperation with hunting and conservation organizations, TSRA works to help keep Texas hunting traditions strong.

White-tailed deer in a Texas field
Our Focus

Supporting Hunters Across Texas

Protect Hunting Rights

TSRA supports lawful hunting opportunities and works to educate members about policies and proposals that may affect hunters and firearm owners across Texas.

Introduce Young People

Youth hunting programs give young Texans an opportunity to learn firearm safety, outdoor skills, conservation, responsibility, and respect for wildlife.

Support Conservation

Responsible hunting and wildlife conservation go hand in hand. TSRA supports efforts that help preserve wildlife, habitat, natural resources, and outdoor traditions.

Texas protects the right to hunt and fish. In 2015, Texas voters approved Proposition 6, adding the right to hunt, fish, and harvest wildlife using traditional methods to the Texas Constitution. TSRA supported the protection of these longstanding Texas traditions.
Pass It On

Teaching the Next Generation

As Texas continues to grow and become more urbanized, many young people have fewer opportunities to experience hunting and the outdoors firsthand.

Programs such as the Texas Youth Hunting Program help connect young Texans with hunting experiences, education, mentors, and the skills needed to participate safely and responsibly.

TSRA encourages experienced hunters, parents, coaches, and volunteers to help introduce young people to hunting and outdoor traditions that can last a lifetime.

Keep Texas Hunting Strong

Hunting traditions continue when experienced Texans share their knowledge, time, and respect for the outdoors with the next generation. Get involved, mentor a young hunter, support conservation, and help preserve these traditions for years to come.

Have Questions?

Troy Michalik

Hunting & Wildlife Director

hunting@tsra.com