Mike Boone & Austin Taylor

Mike Boone, TPWF Game Warden and cast member with the popular TV show Lone Star Law

Austin Taylor Program Manager, Gear Up For Game Wardens, Texas Parks and Wildlife Foundation

Gearupforgamewardens.org

Animalplanet.com/tv-shows/lone-star-law/

Mike Boone has served with the Texas Game Wardens for 28 years. Originally from Magnolia, Texas, Boone earned a bachelor’s degree in criminal justice from Sam Houston State University in 1991 and completed the Texas Game Warden academy in 1992. He has been stationed in Hardin County since 1993. Boone is actively involved with various community relations and youth outdoor activities and has previously received the Mid-Western Officer of the Year and Shikar Safari Officer of the Year Awards. He is currently active as a cast member with the popular TV show Lone Star Law.

Austin Taylor joined Texas Parks and Wildlife Foundation (TPWF) in May 2015. Austin is the Program Manager for TPWF’s Gear Up for Game Wardens program. He serves as the primary liaison between TPWF and the Leadership Council communicating updates, coordinating regional activities by co-chairs, and facilitating fundraising events across the state. Additionally, Austin collaborates with Texas Parks and Wildlife Department Law Enforcement staff regarding priority equipment needs, purchases and final delivery of equipment.