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White-tailed deer moving through the brush with Huntstand logo

Long before quality deer management became a movement, it was an idea taking shape in the brush country of South Texas. A Huntstand original film, Origins, traces the roots of modern whitetail management back to the people, places, and ideas that changed the way America understands white-tailed deer. At the heart of the story are the pioneers who challenged conventional thinking and began…

A pair of ocelots under a tree.

The Caesar Kleberg Wildlife Research Institute (CKWRI) Ocelot Conservation Facility, scheduled for completion in 2026, marks a major milestone in the recovery of one of Texas' most endangered native species. Developed through a partnership among CKWRI, East Foundation, Texas A&M University–Kingsville, and other conservation partners, the facility will support ocelot breeding,…

Dr. Gino D'Angelo giving a presentation about Chronic Wasting Disease to a group of attendees.

Chronic Wasting Disease remains one of the greatest challenges facing the future of white-tail deer. Read highlights from the recent Deer Research Meeting on what researchers are learning about CWD impacts, deer populations, and management strategies.

A winding dirt two-track road cuts through a South Texas landscape filled with green mesquite trees and blooming wildflowers, including yellow and purple patches, under a partly cloudy blue sky.

Join the Texas Wildlife Association, Caesar Kleberg Wildlife Research Institute, & Texas Parks and Wildlife Department for the 20th South Texas Wildlife Conference taking place in Cotulla, Texas on Friday, August 28th, 2026. The year's event will focus on the intersection of wildlife and livestock management. Early bird pricing available through 7/31. $80 General Admission, $40 for…