December 2006 Info for Listeners The following phone numbers and addresses are included in this month's programming. Please use this sheet, as a handy reference should any of our listeners contact your station seeking information mentioned on the air. Also on this page, consider keeping track of the numbers of calls you receive to help us gather information for future Listener Surveys. For general information on State Parks or 1-800-792-1112 Texas Parks & Wildlife Programs For State Park reservations 512-389-8900 TPW Internet Homepage http://www.tpwd.state.tx.us December 1 -- Varner Hogg: Volunteers at Varner-Hogg Plantation decorate this historic home for a colonial holiday open house. The celebration includes refreshments, tours, and a parade. 10am-12pm; for more information call (979) 345-4656. http://www.tpwd.state.tx.us/spdest/findadest/parks/varner_hogg_plantation/ December 4 -- German Christmas: Come experience an authentic German Christmas and stroll through the Trail of Lights at Monument Hill and Kreische Brewery. Bring your wish-list for Santa! http://www.tpwd.state.tx.us/spdest/findadest/parks/monument_hill_and_kreische_brewery/ December 5 -- State Park Stores: Always remember your day at the park with the perfect keepsake. State park stores offer a wide variety of mementos, and your contribution helps fund the site. http://www.tpwd.state.tx.us/spdest/parkinfo/park_store/ December 6 -- State Park Stores, Christmas Ornament: Do your holiday shopping at Texas state park stores. The new 2007TPWD seasonal ornament is now available and makes a great gift. Find out how you can get yours for free! http://www.tpwd.state.tx.us/spdest/parkinfo/park_store/ December 7 -- Christmas Events in State Parks: Celebrate the winter season on the border in Terlingua, or abroad a battleship in LaPorte! Also, find out which state park has 8 feet tall "shining" poinsettias. http://www.tpwd.state.tx.us/publications/pwdpubs/media/pwd_lf_k0700_0602b.pdf December 8 -- Passport Legacies: Nancy Umphres: Listen to the story of a wildlife rehabilitator at Zapata Wildlife Rescue and her impact on a local community. http://www.texaslegacy.org Produced in cooperation with the Conservation History Association of Texas. December 11 -- TPWD TV: Chester's Island: Chester Smith saved an endangered pelican species in Port O'Connor. Find out how one person really does make a difference. http://www.tpwd.state.tx.us/newsmedia/tv/ December 12 -- Christmas Events in State Parks: Discover a 19th century candlelit Christmas at Washington-on-the-Brazo, construct your very own tasty gingerbread house at Martin Dies Jr., and carol your way across Texas at various state parks! http://www.tpwd.state.tx.us/publications/pwdpubs/media/pwd_lf_k0700_0602b.pdf December 13 -- Kid's Fishing Day at Fort Richardson: Kids can reel in fun and fish at the annual trout stocking of Fort Richa http://www.tpwd.state.tx.us/spdest/findadest/parks/fort_richardson/ December 14 -- Turkey in Texas: Steve DeMaso discusses the restoration efforts towards turkey in east Texas. And if you think hunting turkey is easy, think again! http://www.tpwd.state.tx.us/huntwild/ This program is made possible by a grant from the Sport Fish and Wildlife Restoration program. December 15 -- Turkey Sub Species: The eastern wild turkey and the Merriam's This program is made possible by a grant from the Sport Fish and Wildlife Restoration program. December 18 -- Cyber Cervids: An albino white-tailed deer in Texas? That is what this popular email is claiming. Find out if this photo and is fact or fiction before reading your mail. http://www.tpwd.state.tx.us/landwater/land/habitats/trans_pecos/big_game/wtd/ December 19 -- Outdoor Stories: Tom Knapp: The "Shooting Star" may be a serious exhibition shooter, but he is really a prankster at heart. Tom Knapp tells us about one of the most memorable moments in his career. http://www.tomknapp.net December 20 -- Hunting Pheasant: Public hunting coordinator Vickie Fite gives us tips for hunting pheasant on public land this season. http://www.tpwd.state.tx.us/publications/annual/ This program is made possible by a grant from the Wildlife Restoration Program. December 21 -- Economics of Hunting in Texas: Hunting in Texas generates over three billion dollars each year, having the most impact on rural communities. http://www.tpwd.state.tx.us/huntwild/ This program is made possible by a grant from the Sport Fish and Wildlife Restoration program. December 22 -- Non Hunter Support For Hunting: Around 80% of Americans support hunting, and TPWD is helping that number grow with additional outreach and conservation programs. http://www.tpwd.state.tx.us/huntwild/ This program is made possible by a grant from the Sport Fish and Wildlife Restoration program. December 25 -- Quail Hunting: Make sure to know where you are hunting quail this season. Call public land managers in advanced to gage how successful the area has been before your outing. http://www.tpwd.state.tx.us/huntwild/hunt/planning/quail_forecast/2007/ This program is made possible by a grant from the Wildlife Restoration program. December 26 -- TPWD TV: Recovering From Rita: Find out how dedicated staff and volunteers are helping Martin Dies, Jr. state park recover from Hurricane Rita. http://www.tpwd.state.tx.us/newsmedia/tv/ December 27 -- White-Tailed Deer Permutations: Learn about the freeloaders of the deer world. http://www.tpwd.state.tx.us/huntwild/wild/game_management/deer/ This program is made possible by a grant from the Wildlife Restoration program. December 28 -- January Magazine Preview: This month, TPWD magazine profiles artist Orvile Rice, who created the art and identity of the publication in the 1940s and 1950s. http://www.tpwmagazine.com/ December 29 -- Hunting Waterfowl: A public hunting permit will give you access to a plentiful waterfowl season. http://www.tpwd.state.tx.us/publications/pwdpubs/media/pwd_bk_k0700_1014.pdf