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Nearly 30% of Texas Oyster Licenses Removed by Successful Buyback Program in a Historic Conservation Win for Texas Coast Premium

CCA Texas
158 commercial oyster licenses retired after two successful rounds, significantly reducing potential pressure on public reef systems. The S. Reed...
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Habitat Projects Moving Forward

CCA Texas
For decades, Coastal Conservation Association Texas has remained committed to protecting and enhancing the marine habitats that sustain Texas’ coastal...
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CCA Texas – Certificate of Location Program – (Oyster Leases)

CCA Texas
The Texas Parks and Wildlife Department (TPWD) recently reviewed applications for the newly revised Certificate of Location (CoL) program. A...
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Building Upon Success: Oyster License Buyback Efforts Continue in 2026

CCA Texas
Texas Parks and Wildlife Department (TPWD) is accepting applications for the Oyster Boat License Buyback Program, offering commercial oyster boat...
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35 Years in the Making - The Texas Artificial Reef Program

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TPWD Science-Based Gill Net Program Remains On Hold

Shane Bonnot
For nearly five decades, the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department’s (TPWD) gill-net sampling program has provided an unparalleled, science-based view...
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Year-End Review: A Sustainable Future for Texas Coastal Resources

Shane Bonnot
In 2025, CCA Texas made significant strides in coastal conservation to ensure the health and sustainability of our coastal resources,...
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Stepping into 2026

CCA Texas
CCA Texas wrapped up another outstanding year in 2025. As we close out the year and look ahead to 2026,...
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CCA Texas 2025 Habitat and Project Funding Recap

John Blaha
Coastal Conservation Association Texas (CCA Texas) Annual State Board meeting in February started 2025 off with a monumental commitment to...
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Revitalizing Texas Bays: The Certificate of Location Program Offers a Win-Win for Conservation and Anglers

Story by Shane Bonnot | Photos by John Blaha
Healthy Texas coastal ecosystems are vital to coastal communities, providing not only critical habitat and ecological benefits recognized by conservationists,...
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Seafood Gumbo Premium

By Pam Johnson
A nice seafood gumbo is a great one-pot meal any time of year.  Throw in a crisp garden salad and some...
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Jen’s Cajun Fish & Shrimp Pasta

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