Wildlife Advisory Committee

Wildlife Advisory Committee (WAC)

The Wildlife Advisory Committee (WAC) was established by the City Council in March 2014 to evaluate and address deer population concerns within Granite Shoals.

Wildlife Advisory Committee

Mission Statement

The Granite Shoals Wildlife Advisory Committee (WAC), in partnership with City Council, Texas Parks and Wildlife Department (TPWD), Burnet County Game Wardens and the Granite Shoals Police Department (GSPD), is committed to responsibly managing the City’s deer population through a safe, ethical, and community-supported archery program. Our goal is to maintain a sustainable deer population, promote ecological health, ensure public safety, and meet resident needs by:

Qualifying highly skilled harvesters to conduct safe and ethical deer harvesting.
Encouraging venison donations to support local residents and charitable programs.
Providing transparent communication with the community.

CORE PRINCIPLES

1. Safety First: Safety is the top priority. We will rigorously test harvesters routinely and collaborate with GSPD to select and approve qualified harvesters and safe harvest sites.

2. Program Goals: We aim to safely reduce the deer population as guided by TPWD wildlife biologists, maximize venison donations to local residents and charities and ensure ethical harvesting with minimal disruption to the community.

3. Integrity and Ethics: WAC members will uphold honesty, integrity, high moral standards and prioritize public safety, collaboration, and transparency in all actions.

4. Community Engagement: Building public trust and support is essential. We will actively engage with the community, listen to feedback and respond transparently to ensure program success.