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CCA Texas Funds Over $1.4 Million to Conservation Efforts Premium

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CCA Texas Executive Board recently approved $1,419,335 for conservation efforts along the Texas Coast. This funding included a $250,000 match...
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Tiny Pellets, BIG Trouble: The Lone Star Pre-Production Plastic Crisis Premium

Shane Bonnot
Texas’ waters face an ever-present threat that demands attention from conservation-minded anglers and outdoor enthusiasts: pre-production plastic pellets, commonly called...
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Nearly 30% of Texas Oyster Licenses Removed by Successful Buyback Program in a Historic Conservation Win for Texas Coast

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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

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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

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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

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CCA Texas wrapped up another outstanding year in 2025. As we close out the year and look ahead to 2026,...
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Shrimp & Avocado Caesar Salad with Hearts of Palm Premium

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CCA Texas Funds Over $1.4 Million to Conservation Efforts

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