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We’re leading important discussions and educational opportunies for Chronic Wasting Disease (CWD) control in Texas.
Confronting the Realities of CWD in Texas
I strive to serve as an informed and experienced liaison between State agencies, breeders, landowners, lease holders, hunters, and concerned citizens. As a 501c3 educational organization, our organization seeks to inform and facilitate vital discussions about CWD and its impact.
We work with stakeholders
From across the land management industryHunters
As those who drive the outdoor economy, hunters are experiencing the effects of policy, changes to the environment, and more as they enjoy the outdoors
Landowners
Working symbiotically with hunters, landowners provide the way for hunters to experience the outdoors, and contend with market conditions, environmental changes, and the financial bottom line.
State Agencies
Using regulatory and educational means, state agencies are the referees, protectors, and enforcers, as well as important partners working with hunters, landowners, and consultants in maintaining natural resources.
Lawmakers
Educating lawmakers about the effects of good public policy, property rights, the value of the hunting industry is a vital part of maintaining and improving conditions for hunters and landowners.
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Contribute to our work in understanding and preventing the devastating economic impact of CWD in Texas. All donations are used for education about CWD in Texas. TEXAS in the WILD is an 501c3 non-profit educational organization.
We appreciate your tax-deductible support!
Please send donations to:
Texas in the Wild
317 Sidney Baker St S
Suite 400-383
Kerrville Texas 78028
About Michelle McBryde...
As a 6th Generation Kerr County native, my calling is to help facilitate the steps that make a difference for future generations.
I believe that we as stewards are given a charge by God to care for the created world. This is our responsibility as stewards, without division. Our wildlife and their habitat fall squarely in the middle of this mandate. We, without division, have allowed Chronic Wasting disease (CWD) to threaten this charge. My purpose is to strive for excellence in understanding and combating this devastating disease that is trying to destroy our wildlife and their habitat.
We must rebuild and start with a strong foundation being education and communication. We must carry through with strong pillars of observation, location, documentation, collection and follow through with correct submission.
What is Chronic Wasting Disease?
Chronic wasting disease (CWD) is a disease that affects wildlife. It has been found in some areas of North America, including Canada and the United States. It may take up to four years before an infected wildlife develops symptoms, which can include drastic weight loss (wasting), stumbling, listlessness and other neurologic symptoms. CWD can affect wildlife of all ages and some infected animals may die without ever showing symptoms of disease. CWD is fatal to wildlife and there are no treatments or vaccines at this time. Proper sample collection, submission, and testing is, at present, our best defense. It has not been ruled out as zoonotic - meaning it can be transferred from wildlife to people.
Testing for Chronic Wasting Disease (CWD) is the only way to be certain of an animal's positive or negative status. There are too many unanswered questions and contradicting information to have answers at this time. Please test all wildlife before consumption for the safety of you and your family.
At present, CWD has been officially detected in Texas. The most recent cases have been detected in deer breeding facilities in Mason and Matagorda Counties, and also Hunt and Uvalde Counties. Other zones in Texas remain under containment. Read More from Texas Parks & Wildlife.
Why TEXAS In The WILD?
Game Expertise
With 25 years experience, we know a thing or two about native and exotic game biology and behavior.
Collaboration
We work with diverse clientele, including officials and researchers to fight CWD, statewide.
Confidentiality
Your land and your business is your business, and we always take your confidence seriously, within the limit of the law.
Native Knowledge
We are Hill Country hunters, landowners, and business operators. We understand business needs.
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