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Stage is Set for 10th Annual TDA Convention |
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Stage is Set for 10th Annual TDA Convention |
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The event will attract thousands of deer breeders and deer enthusiasts from around the state, and brings together the heart of the Texas deer industry under one roof. <more> |
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TDA Unveils New Discount Benefits |
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Working in new ways for its members, the Texas Deer Association has unveiled an all-new membership benefits program that gives members numerous discounts on products and services and helps reduce the operating costs for its members’ businesses. The all-new TDA Member Discount Program features more than 40 discounts on a wide variety of products and services available across the State of Texas, including up to $5,000 savings on new Chevrolet trucks and exclusive TDA discounts at Moultrie Feeders, GameTamers, Gander Mountain, RealBark, Academy, BuckLunch and many other notable name brands. The new discount program also provides significant cost savings on fencing, livestock trailers, feed and feed supplements, hunting blinds, hunting gear, whitetail hunts, deer straws, and business development needs such as marketing and website design. <more> |
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State Backtracks on Back Taxes |
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Things are tough all over. We know that. But a bunch of hunting and fishing outfitters were shocked recently when they got word of a potential unpaid sales tax liability that could run into the thousands of dollars, money some of them don't have and never knew they were supposed to be collecting in the first place. |
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Reducing Draw Weight Gets Mixed Reviews |
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By RAY SASSER, The Dallas Morning News The Texas Parks and Wildlife Commission voted in April to drop the minimum draw weight requirement for hunting bows. Beginning in September, deer and turkey hunters will no longer be required to shoot a bow with a draw weight of 40 pounds or more. The change was made to encourage more bowhunting participation from women and youth hunters, or any men with physical problems that makes it hard for them to pull 40 pounds of resistance. Hopefully, say veteran bowhunters, the absence of a minimum draw weight will not encourage overzealous fathers to outfit elementary school kids with tiny tot archery sets and encourage them to launch arrows at deer, turkeys or other game. <more> |
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| Ground-Breaking Lyme Disease Research Funded by EPA | ||||
“Most people overlook the possibility of acquiring Lyme disease or other tick- and insect-transmitted diseases,” said EPA Regional Administrator Alan J. Steinberg. “Certain areas here in New York, however, have among the highest incident rates of Lyme disease in the United States.” <more> |
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| Deer Breeding Goes to School | ||||
As campuses across Texas come to life this fall, the Texas Deer Association will be there to help educate students on the benefits of a career in deer breeding and deer management. The TDA will be attending several college campuses this fall for various ‘Career Fairs’ to recruit individuals into the wildlife and veterinary fields and give them an opportunity to learn what the deer industry is all about. TDA’s Back to School Schedule includes: The TDA will also be presenting students with jobs available through TDA members and TDA member-owned ranches. If you are currently offering employment — full-time, part-time, internships, or seasonal positions — and you would like for TDA to promote your open job opportunity at universities as well as the TDA website, please e-mail your job listing to Lisa Wallgren, Region 3 Secretary/Treasurer at 325.242.1488 or email lisaleigh_sweetwater@yahoo.com. |
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| Extra Points | ||||
Texas Parks and Wildlife commissioners recently rejected an offer from the federal government for department land sought for construction of a border fence. The federal government wants to acquire part of the Anacua Unit within TPWD’s Las Palomas Wildlife Management Area, however, TPWD officials are concerned that a fence along the Rio Grande would disrupt the flow of wildlife between Texas and Mexico. Commissioners commented they understand the need for border security, but would like to see wildlife-friendly alternative. <more> |
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| Trophy Tastes - GAME GRILLED STEAKS | ||||
• 6 pounds deer meat Preparation: Slice venison roast into thick 1-inch steaks. In a saucepan, combine chicken broth, water, olive oil, butter, garlic, and hot sauce; bring to a boil. Reduce heat, and stir in vinegar. Season with parsley, basil, rosemary, cumin, paprika, salt and pepper. Simmer for 20 minutes, stirring regularly. Cool and then pour sauce over veison steaks, and marinate in the refrigerator for 3 to 4 hours, turning regularly. Cooking: Preheat an outdoor grill for high heat and lightly oil grate. Take steaks out of marinade, reserve marinade. Grill steaks for 7 to 8 minutes per side, or to desired doneness. Turn regularly and don't over-cook. Apply reserved marinade while cooking. |
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| Special Thanks to Our Contributing Editors and Our TDA eNews Committee | ||||
Lisa Barton |
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Save Money with TDA! |
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TDA’s new discount program also gives you significant cost savings on fencing, livestock trailers, feed and feed supplements, hunting blinds, hunting gear, whitetail hunts, deer straws, and business development needs such as marketing and website design. Click Here for a full list of discounts. |
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Celebrating 10 successful years of representing the Texas deer industry, the Texas Deer Association (TDA) announces its 10th Annual Texas Deer Association’s Convention & Trade Show which will be held on August 21, 2008, through August 23, 2008, at the Westin La Cantera Resort & Hotel in San Antonio.
By Mike Leggett, Austin American-Statesman
In the United States, Lyme disease is the most frequently reported disease that can be passed from animals to humans. These animal-borne diseases can make people extremely sick, and proper anticipation of disease outbreaks and effective intervention are crucial to protecting the public. Scientists at the Cary Institute of Ecosystem Studies in Millbrook, N.Y., recently received $750,000 in grant funding from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) to help safeguard human health by gaining a better understanding of the Lyme disease life cycle.
The TDA now offers an all-new membership benefits program featuring more than 40 discounts on a wide variety of products and services available across the State of Texas. Check out your ‘Member Services’ in the Members Only side of 