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White-Tipped Dove – South Texas’ Secret Game Bird
South Texas is home to a hidden gem for bird hunters: the white-tipped dove. Unlike its more common cousins, this elusive game bird can only be hunted in a small slice of Texas brush country, making it a coveted prize for those chasing the Texas Dove Slam.
Zulu the Three-Legged Coyote: A True Survival Story from South Texas
Spotted in January with a missing front foot, this lone coyote is defying the odds and writing his own wild story in South Texas. Meet Zulu. 🐾🌵 On January 23, 2025, ranch hands at TheRanch at Camp Ka Hui Ana in South Texas first spotted an unusual figure moving through the brush: a lone coyote,
Texas Trophy Javelina Hunting: A South Texas Treasure
Discover the truth about trophy javelina hunting in South Texas. Far from being “skunk pigs” or feral hogs, these native big game animals offer a unique hunting challenge, surprising table fare, and now, official trophy status. Learn why TheRanch at Camp Ka Hui ‘Ana is the perfect destination for your next South Texas javelina hunt.
The Deep Roots of South Texas: Native History of the Millett–Los Angeles Region
Long before ranches or railroads, the Millett–Los Angeles region of South Texas was home to a rich tapestry of indigenous life. This article uncovers the prehistoric roots of the land surrounding The Ranch at Camp Ka Hui ’Ana, from Paleo-Indian hunters to Coahuiltecan nomads, offering a glimpse into the deep human history etched into the South Texas soil.
Texas Tortoise Talk: Meet One of the Lone Star State’s Most Fascinating Reptiles
Meet the Texas tortoise (Gopherus berlandieri), South Texas’s only native tortoise species. Discover its unique behaviors, habitat preferences, and the conservation efforts in place at The Ranch @ Camp Ka Hui ‘Ana.
Keeping Up with the Quail Count
The familiar whistle of “bob-white” cutting through a South Texas morning is music to the ears of quail hunters. For generations, bobwhite quail have been one of the most sought-after game birds in the U.S., deeply woven into the hunting heritage of South Texas. The reason we still get to enjoy this tradition today? Conservation