Kids
Kid-focused events that explore nature and history of Texas state parks.
We provide tools to help kids learn and explore through the Junior Ranger Program.
March 2024
Mar
19
9:00a
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Hawk Watch
Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley State Park
Using keen eyesight, binoculars and spotting scopes, watch in awe and help keep count of the many raptors flying over as they continue their migration.
Mar
19
10:00a
End Date
Preschool in the Park: Camouflage
Lockhart State Park
Come explore, create, and sing with us as we learn about our amazing environment!
Mar
19
10:00a
End Date
Homeschool Class: Animals and Their Habitats
Martin Dies, Jr. State Park
“Homeschool Classes” are educational field trip style lessons, only open to homeschool families. Open posting to view program description.
Mar
19
1:30p
End Date
Reading with a Ranger
Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley State Park
Join us as we read stories about the fascinating world around us and the animals that live here.
Mar
19
2:00p
End Date
Reading with the Ranger
Lake Bob Sandlin State Park
Join us for a nature themed story hour at the park!
Mar
20
9:00a
End Date
Hawk Watch
Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley State Park
Using keen eyesight, binoculars and spotting scopes, watch in awe and help keep count of the many raptors flying over as they continue their migration.
Mar
20
10:00a
End Date
A Slice of Palo Duro Pie
Palo Duro Canyon State Park
Learn about the geology that makes up each slice of Palo Duro Canyon in this short hike.
Mar
20
2:00p
End Date
Mar
20
3:00p
End Date
S'more Stories
Goose Island State Park
Share your camping experiences over a nice fire, and enjoy a s'more!
Mar
21
9:00a
End Date
Hawk Watch
Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley State Park
Using keen eyesight, binoculars and spotting scopes, watch in awe and help keep count of the many raptors flying over as they continue their migration.
Mar
21
9:00a
End Date
Mar
21
10:00a
End Date
Scenic Overlook Nature Walk
Guadalupe River State Park
Join us on the first three Thursdays of each month for an easy nature walk with a beautiful view!
Mar
21
10:00a
End Date
Monarch & Milkweed Survey
Goose Island State Park
Help us conduct a survey for the host plant of the iconic Monarch Butterfly: Milkweed.
Mar
22
9:00a
End Date
News from the Big Bend
Big Bend Ranch State Park
Join rangers for a live on social media for park updates highlighting upcoming events, current park conditions, and important information when planning your trip!
Mar
22
9:00a
End Date
Hawk Watch
Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley State Park
Using keen eyesight, binoculars and spotting scopes, watch in awe and help keep count of the many raptors flying over as they continue their migration.
Mar
22
9:00a
End Date
Little Naturalists Preschool Class- FULL
Guadalupe River State Park
Experience Guadalupe River State Park as an outdoor classroom in this program for preschool-age kids!
Mar
22
1:00p
End Date
Education Center OPEN - Friday Hours
Martin Dies, Jr. State Park
Explore our exhibits, engage in hands-on activities, ask questions! **PLEASE NOTE - the Education Center will NOT be open Friday 3/15**
Mar
22
1:00p
End Date
Critters of Mission Tejas
Mission Tejas State Park
Come to Mission Tejas State Park and get to know about the park's local wildlife! The park interpreter will present skulls, shells and skins of many of the animals that call East Texas home as well as recordings of bird songs that are common in the area! Test your knowledge by playing "Guess that skull!" or "Who Calls?".
Mar
22
2:00p
End Date
Wildlife Discovery
Lake Casa Blanca International State Park
Learn from a ranger about the different wild animals at the park and how to be safe around them!
Mar
23
8:30a
End Date
Golden-cheeked Warbler Hike
South Llano River State Park
Join birding volunteers and park hosts Nancy and Damian for a walk to explore the golden-cheeked warbler habitat and other park birds.
Mar
23
8:30a
End Date
Dutch Oven 101
Cooper Lake State Park - Doctors Creek Unit
Cast iron cooking past and present. Reserve a Dutch oven or bring your own Dutch Oven, reserve your spot today.
Mar
23
9:00a
End Date
Hawk Watch
Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley State Park
Using keen eyesight, binoculars and spotting scopes, watch in awe and help keep count of the many raptors flying over as they continue their migration.
Mar
23
9:30a
End Date
Easter in the Park
Atlanta State Park
Hunt for Easter eggs, take a picture with the Easter Bunny, fish, play games, and more! *Easter egg hunters must be in the park by 9:30 a.m.*
Mar
23
10:00a
End Date
Hike the Island Trail
Martin Dies, Jr. State Park
Join us for a guided hike along the beautiful Island Trail.
Mar
23
10:00a
End Date
Atlatl- Ancient Hunting
Goliad State Park & Historic Site
Test your skills with the atlatl, an ancient hunting tool once used across the globe.
Mar
23
10:00a
End Date
Catfish Point Trail Guided Hike
Lake Corpus Christi State Park
Get outside and enjoy some time on the trail!
Mar
23
10:00a
End Date
Footsteps of the CCC
Palo Duro Canyon State Park
Walk in the footsteps of the CCC and learn about how they used their ingenuity to build Palo Duro Canyon State Park.
Mar
23
10:00a
End Date
A Trek through the Eras: Tour of Las Cuevas
Big Bend Ranch State Park
Join Ranger Layla at Las Cuevas, to explore how this pictograph site has been used across time.
Mar
23
10:00a
End Date
Master Naturalist Guided Hike
Buescher State Park
Hit the trails with a Lost Pines Master Naturalist on a fun guided hike!
Mar
23
11:00a
End Date
Skins and Skulls
Ray Roberts Lake State Park - Johnson Branch Unit
Ever touch beaver fur? Come feel and learn about some of our native wildlife at Ray Roberts.
Mar
23
11:00a
End Date
Wildcraft: Alligators!
Brazos Bend State Park
Join us to learn about alligators through storytime and get creative making crafts!
Mar
23
1:00p
End Date
Education Center OPEN - Saturday Hours
Martin Dies, Jr. State Park
Explore our exhibits, engage in hands-on activities, ask questions!
Mar
23
1:00p
End Date
Meet Dexter the Corn Snake
Martin Dies, Jr. State Park
Experience an up-close encounter with Dexter, the corn snake, and discover all about local snakes.
Mar
23
1:00p
End Date
Dutch Oven 101
Cooper Lake State Park - South Sulphur Unit
Learn the basics of Dutch Oven cooking in this hands-on class. Reserve your spot today!
Mar
23
1:30p
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Mar
23
1:30p
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Mar
23
2:00p
End Date
Mar
23
2:00p
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Mar
23
2:00p
End Date
Orienteering 101
Big Bend Ranch State Park
Join a ranger to learn how to navigate the backcountry of Big Bend Ranch State Park!
Mar
23
2:00p
End Date
THE Palo Duro Van Tour
Palo Duro Canyon State Park
Enjoy a guided drive through Palo Duro Canyon from the comfort of our van.
Mar
23
8:00p
End Date
Snipe Hunt
Lockhart State Park
Ever searched for Easter eggs after dark? It's fun for the whole family – and that’s no joke! Registration required.
Mar
24
9:00a
End Date
Hawk Watch
Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley State Park
Using keen eyesight, binoculars and spotting scopes, watch in awe and help keep count of the many raptors flying over as they continue their migration.
Mar
24
10:00a
End Date
Track Talk
Dinosaur Valley State Park
Gather round and hear the 113-million-year-old story of our dinosaur tracks!
Mar
24
10:00a
End Date
Atlatl- Ancient Hunting
Goliad State Park & Historic Site
Test your skills with the atlatl, an ancient hunting tool once used across the globe.
Mar
24
10:00a
End Date
Skins, Skulls, Scales and Scat
Pedernales Falls State Park
What can we learn about wildlife from what they leave behind?
Mar
24
11:00a
End Date
Walls of Earth
Fort Leaton State Historic Site
Fort Leaton is a reconstructed nineteenth century adobe hacienda originally build in the 1840’s. Come learn ancient earth building techniques and how we still use them today.
Mar
24
2:00p
End Date
River Romp
Dinosaur Valley State Park
Come along as we walk the Paluxy River Trail in search of dinosaur tracks!
Mar
25
9:00a
End Date
Hawk Watch
Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley State Park
Using keen eyesight, binoculars and spotting scopes, watch in awe and help keep count of the many raptors flying over as they continue their migration.
Mar
26
9:00a
End Date
Hawk Watch
Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley State Park
Using keen eyesight, binoculars and spotting scopes, watch in awe and help keep count of the many raptors flying over as they continue their migration.
Mar
27
9:00a
End Date
Hawk Watch
Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley State Park
Using keen eyesight, binoculars and spotting scopes, watch in awe and help keep count of the many raptors flying over as they continue their migration.
Mar
28
9:00a
End Date
Hawk Watch
Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley State Park
Using keen eyesight, binoculars and spotting scopes, watch in awe and help keep count of the many raptors flying over as they continue their migration.
Mar
28
9:00a
End Date
Mar
28
10:00a
End Date
Bird Beak Adaptations
Daingerfield State Park
Birds eat many different things, from nectar, to seeds, to bugs in trees. They come in many colors and just as many beaks.
Mar
28
10:00a
End Date
Hike with the Pioneers of Palo Duro
Palo Duro Canyon State Park
Learn about the different pioneers through time who first saw Palo Duro’s walls on this hike.
Mar
28
2:00p
End Date
Art in the Park - Leaf Printing
Daingerfield State Park
Learn about leaves and make some leaf art with a Texas Master Naturalist.
Mar
29
9:00a
End Date
Hawk Watch
Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley State Park
Using keen eyesight, binoculars and spotting scopes, watch in awe and help keep count of the many raptors flying over as they continue their migration.
Mar
29
9:00a
End Date
Little Naturalists Preschool Class- FULL
Guadalupe River State Park
Experience Guadalupe River State Park as an outdoor classroom in this program for preschool-age kids!
Mar
29
10:00a
End Date
What's in the Water?
Lake Casa Blanca International State Park
Ever wondered what kind of fish and small organisms make Lake Casa Blanca their home?
Mar
29
11:30a
End Date
Art in the Park
Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
Spend time in nature and take home your own masterpiece! All supplies provided.
Mar
29
1:00p
End Date
Education Center OPEN - Friday Hours
Martin Dies, Jr. State Park
Explore our exhibits, engage in hands-on activities, ask questions! **PLEASE NOTE - the Education Center will NOT be open Friday 3/15**
Mar
30
9:00a
End Date
Hawk Watch
Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley State Park
Using keen eyesight, binoculars and spotting scopes, watch in awe and help keep count of the many raptors flying over as they continue their migration.
Mar
30
9:00a
End Date
Beginners Bird Walk
South Llano River State Park
Join Birding Volunteers and Park Host Nancy and Damian for a walk to explore the parks birds.
Mar
30
9:30a
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Mar
30
10:00a
End Date
Hike the Island Trail
Martin Dies, Jr. State Park
Join us for a guided hike along the beautiful Island Trail.
Mar
30
10:00a
End Date
Ranching & Roping
Goliad State Park & Historic Site
Learn why Goliad is considered the Birthplace of Texas Ranching and try your hand at roping!
Mar
30
10:00a
End Date
Mar
30
10:00a
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Mar
30
10:00a
End Date
A Slice of Palo Duro Pie
Palo Duro Canyon State Park
Learn about the geology that makes up each slice of Palo Duro Canyon in this short hike.
Mar
30
10:00a
End Date
Monarch and Friends Pollinator Fiesta
Guadalupe River State Park
Join us as we celebrate monarchs and all pollinators!
Mar
30
10:00a
End Date
Mar
30
10:00a
End Date
Wonders of the River
Big Bend Ranch State Park
Join Ranger Layla to uncover what makes the Rio Grande spectacular!
Mar
30
10:00a
End Date
Wonderful Watercolors
Palmetto State Park
Come and paint the wonderful scenery found here at Palmetto State Park
Mar
30
10:00a
End Date
Becoming a Junior Ranger
Cooper Lake State Park - Doctors Creek Unit
Learn how to become a Junior Ranger and earn your badge!
Mar
30
11:00a
End Date
Solar Eclipse Prep
Ray Roberts Lake State Park - Johnson Branch Unit
Are you ready for the Solar Eclipse? Join rangers as we talk about the does and don'ts when it comes to viewing the eclipse.
Mar
30
11:00a
End Date
Wildcraft: Dragonflies!
Brazos Bend State Park
Learn all about dragonflies and make a jeweled dragonfly to take home!
Mar
30
1:00p
End Date
Education Center OPEN - Saturday Hours
Martin Dies, Jr. State Park
Explore our exhibits, engage in hands-on activities, ask questions!
Mar
30
1:00p
End Date
Fair at the Real Ale Brewery
Blanco State Park
This event will be held at Real Ale Brewery in Blanco Texas. It is sponsored by the Friends of Blanco State Park and will include numerous interactive stations, including Bats, Pollinators, Birds, and Skins, Skulls, Scat, and Tracks.
Mar
30
1:00p
End Date
Make and Take: Solar Viewing Masks
Big Spring State Park
Prepare for the upcoming solar eclipse by making a fun mask for safe viewing.
Mar
30
1:00p
End Date
Alligator Chat (with LIVE gator)
Martin Dies, Jr. State Park
Meet a LIVE alligator to discover all about alligators and how they survive in the wild! Our Natural Resource Specialist and Park Police have teamed up to share all about their experiences in the wild.
Mar
30
1:30p
End Date
Mar
30
1:30p
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Mar
30
2:00p
End Date
Mar
30
2:00p
End Date
THE Palo Duro Van Tour
Palo Duro Canyon State Park
Enjoy a guided drive through Palo Duro Canyon from the comfort of our van.
Mar
30
2:00p
End Date
Becoming a Junior Ranger
Cooper Lake State Park - South Sulphur Unit
Learn how to become a Junior Ranger and earn your badge!
Mar
30
2:00p
End Date
Eclipse 101
Daingerfield State Park
What makes an eclipse? Join us to learn why these rare events happen.
Mar
30
2:00p
End Date
Mar
30
3:00p
End Date
Mar
30
3:00p
End Date
Alligator Chat (with LIVE gator)
Martin Dies, Jr. State Park
Meet a LIVE alligator to discover all about alligators and how they survive in the wild! Our Natural Resource Specialist and Park Police have teamed up to share all about their experiences in the wild.
Mar
30
7:00p
End Date
Discovery Night
Estero Llano Grande State Park
A ranger-guided night hike which may include stargazing, alligators, pauraques, owls, scorpions, tarantulas, frogs, snakes, armadillos, or raccoons-- it's a surprise for all of us! RESERVATIONS REQUIRED.
Mar
30
7:00p
End Date
Stargazing Party in the Park
Lake Whitney State Park
Enjoy an evening in the park as you explore the galaxy by star maps and telescope. Retired national park ranger/astronomer Larry Smith will guide you through the planets, moon and stars with fascinating facts.
Mar
30
7:30p
End Date
3rd Annual Glow in the Dark Snipe Egg Hunt
When the sun goes down the hunt is on!
Mar
30
8:30p
End Date
Owls of the Big Bend
Fort Leaton State Historic Site
Come learn about the birds that make the night their home!
Mar
31
9:00a
End Date
Hawk Watch
Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley State Park
Using keen eyesight, binoculars and spotting scopes, watch in awe and help keep count of the many raptors flying over as they continue their migration.
Mar
31
10:00a
End Date
Track Talk
Dinosaur Valley State Park
Gather round and hear the 113-million-year-old story of our dinosaur tracks!
Mar
31
10:00a
End Date
Native American Games
Goliad State Park & Historic Site
Sometimes life for Native Americans was all fun and games!
Mar
31
1:00p
End Date
Easter Nature Craft
Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
All supplies are provided for this come-and-go Easter-themed craft.
Mar
31
2:00p
End Date
April 2024
Apr
1
9:00a
End Date
Hawk Watch
Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley State Park
Using keen eyesight, binoculars and spotting scopes, watch in awe and help keep count of the many raptors flying over as they continue their migration.
Apr
2
9:00a
End Date
Hawk Watch
Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley State Park
Using keen eyesight, binoculars and spotting scopes, watch in awe and help keep count of the many raptors flying over as they continue their migration.
Apr
3
9:00a
End Date
Hawk Watch
Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley State Park
Using keen eyesight, binoculars and spotting scopes, watch in awe and help keep count of the many raptors flying over as they continue their migration.
Apr
4
9:00a
End Date
Hawk Watch
Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley State Park
Using keen eyesight, binoculars and spotting scopes, watch in awe and help keep count of the many raptors flying over as they continue their migration.
Apr
4
9:00a
End Date
Apr
4
10:00a
End Date
Reading Ranger - A Few Beautiful Minutes
Eclipse Themed Childrens Story and Pinhole Viewer Craft
Apr
4
9:00p
End Date
Apr
5
9:00a
End Date
News from the Big Bend
Big Bend Ranch State Park
Join rangers for a live on social media for park updates highlighting upcoming events, current park conditions, and important information when planning your trip!
Apr
5
9:00a
End Date
Hawk Watch
Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley State Park
Using keen eyesight, binoculars and spotting scopes, watch in awe and help keep count of the many raptors flying over as they continue their migration.
Apr
5
9:00a
End Date
Little Naturalists Preschool Class- FULL
Guadalupe River State Park
Experience Guadalupe River State Park as an outdoor classroom in this program for preschool-age kids!
Apr
5
10:00a
End Date
Wildlife Water Safari
Blanco State Park
Let's go on a Safari to find wildlife along the banks of the Blanco River! We will make binoculars (from cardboard tubes), hunt for signs of wildlife near the river, and document what we see in our Wildlife Water Safari Field Notebook. Targeted to children ages 3-7, but all are welcome.
Apr
5
2:00p
End Date
Solar Eclipse Masks
Lockhart State Park
Prep for the upcoming solar eclipse (on Monday, April 8th) by making a solar eclipse mask!
Apr
6
9:00a
End Date
Hawk Watch
Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley State Park
Using keen eyesight, binoculars and spotting scopes, watch in awe and help keep count of the many raptors flying over as they continue their migration.
Apr
6
9:00a
End Date
Junior Ranger Academy
Government Canyon State Natural Area
Explore the trails at Government Canyon with a ranger and earn your Junior Ranger badge.
Apr
6
10:00a
End Date
Fire Through Our Forest - Guided Hike
Bastrop State Park
Fire in the woods is natural and necessary find out how and why on this guided hike.
Apr
6
10:00a
End Date
Reading with a Ranger
Blanco State Park
Join us as we read a children's story about the eclipse and do a craft.
Apr
6
10:00a
End Date
Track Talk
Dinosaur Valley State Park
Gather round and hear the 113-million-year-old story of our dinosaur tracks!
Apr
6
2:00p
End Date
The Atlatl: A Hurl into the Past
Barton Warnock Visitor Center
Join Ranger Layla to discover how to use an atlatl and how it connects us to the past!
Apr
6
2:00p
End Date
Nature Hike
Fort Boggy State Park
No local grocery store? The land provided many things for the settlers of Fort Boggy.
Apr
6
2:00p
End Date
Apr
6
3:00p
End Date
Storytime and Craft: Eclipses
Guadalupe River State Park
Join us for storytime and a take-home craft.
Apr
6
8:30p
End Date
Star Party!
South Llano River State Park
Come look through a telescope, find constellations, and more!
Apr
7
9:00a
End Date
Hawk Watch
Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley State Park
Using keen eyesight, binoculars and spotting scopes, watch in awe and help keep count of the many raptors flying over as they continue their migration.
Apr
7
9:30a
End Date
Nature Journaling
Stephen F. Austin State Park
Take your creativity outside and discover where art, creative writing, and biology converge in this intro to nature journaling!
Apr
7
10:00a
End Date
Track Talk
Dinosaur Valley State Park
Gather round and hear the 113-million-year-old story of our dinosaur tracks!
Apr
7
2:00p
End Date
Pinhole Projectors
Dinosaur Valley State Park
Create a Pinhole Projector to safely watch the Solar Eclipse!
Apr
7
3:30p
End Date
River Romp
Dinosaur Valley State Park
Come along as we walk the Paluxy River Trail in search of dinosaur tracks!
Apr
8
End Date
Partial Eclipse Viewing (Self-guided)
Martin Dies, Jr. State Park
Join us to experience this exciting astronomical event! We will have limited quantities of solar glasses available.
Apr
8
9:00a
End Date
Hawk Watch
Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley State Park
Using keen eyesight, binoculars and spotting scopes, watch in awe and help keep count of the many raptors flying over as they continue their migration.
Apr
8
12:00p
End Date
Apr
8
12:00p
End Date
Partial Eclipse Party
Galveston Island State Park
Experience this amazing celestial event island style!
Apr
8
12:30p
End Date
Total Solar Eclipse View Party!
Lake Casa Blanca International State Park
Experience this amazing event and learn exactly what is happening in the sky above us!
Apr
8
12:30p
End Date
Apr
9
9:00a
End Date
Hawk Watch
Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley State Park
Using keen eyesight, binoculars and spotting scopes, watch in awe and help keep count of the many raptors flying over as they continue their migration.
Apr
9
9:30a
End Date
Apr
9
10:00a
End Date
Homeschool Program
Davis Mountains State Park
This outdoor education program promises a fun time for kids and parents, too.
Apr
9
10:00a
End Date
Homeschool: Insects
Lockhart State Park
Experience Lockhart State Park as an outdoor classroom in this program for school-age kids! Registration required.
Apr
10
9:00a
End Date
Hawk Watch
Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley State Park
Using keen eyesight, binoculars and spotting scopes, watch in awe and help keep count of the many raptors flying over as they continue their migration.
Apr
10
2:00p
End Date
Homeschool: Insects
Lockhart State Park
Experience Lockhart State Park as an outdoor classroom in this program for school-age kids! Registration required.
Apr
11
9:00a
End Date
Hawk Watch
Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley State Park
Using keen eyesight, binoculars and spotting scopes, watch in awe and help keep count of the many raptors flying over as they continue their migration.
Apr
11
9:00a
End Date
Apr
11
10:00a
End Date
Homeschool: Insects
Lockhart State Park
Experience Lockhart State Park as an outdoor classroom in this program for school-age kids! Registration required.
Apr
12
9:00a
End Date
Hawk Watch
Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley State Park
Using keen eyesight, binoculars and spotting scopes, watch in awe and help keep count of the many raptors flying over as they continue their migration.
Apr
12
9:00a
End Date
Little Naturalists Preschool Class- FULL
Guadalupe River State Park
Experience Guadalupe River State Park as an outdoor classroom in this program for preschool-age kids!
Apr
12
6:30p
End Date
Lake Livingston State Park | Two Night Event | Texas Outdoor Family | Houston Area (Registration Open)
Lake Livingston State Park
Join us for a fun-filled weekend and discover the joys of camping in your Texas State Parks.
Apr
13
8:00a
End Date
Bird Outing
Lake Arrowhead State Park
Join the Texas Master Naturalists: Rolling Plains chapter to look for birds
Apr
13
9:00a
End Date
Hawk Watch
Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley State Park
Using keen eyesight, binoculars and spotting scopes, watch in awe and help keep count of the many raptors flying over as they continue their migration.
Apr
13
9:00a
End Date
Introduction to Fishing Basics - Sea Center Texas
Sea Center Texas
Come learn the basics of fishing at this fun, FREE clinic!
Apr
13
10:00a
End Date
Predators of the Pines - Guided Hike
Buescher State Park
Hit the trails with a Texas Master Naturalist and learn about survival characteristics of the wild!
Apr
13
10:00a
End Date
Track Talk
Dinosaur Valley State Park
Gather round and hear the 113-million-year-old story of our dinosaur tracks!
Apr
13
2:00p
End Date
Create a Constellation
Dinosaur Valley State Park
Get creative and write your own story in the stars!
Apr
14
9:00a
End Date
Hawk Watch
Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley State Park
Using keen eyesight, binoculars and spotting scopes, watch in awe and help keep count of the many raptors flying over as they continue their migration.
Apr
14
9:30a
End Date
Nature Journaling
Stephen F. Austin State Park
Take your creativity outside and discover where art, creative writing, and biology converge in this intro to nature journaling!
Apr
14
10:00a
End Date
Track Talk
Dinosaur Valley State Park
Gather round and hear the 113-million-year-old story of our dinosaur tracks!
Apr
14
2:00p
End Date
Apr
15
9:00a
End Date
Hawk Watch
Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley State Park
Using keen eyesight, binoculars and spotting scopes, watch in awe and help keep count of the many raptors flying over as they continue their migration.
Apr
16
9:00a
End Date
Hawk Watch
Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley State Park
Using keen eyesight, binoculars and spotting scopes, watch in awe and help keep count of the many raptors flying over as they continue their migration.
Apr
16
10:00a
End Date
Preschool in the Park: Shape & Color Walk
Lockhart State Park
Come explore, create, and sing with us as we learn about our amazing environment!
Apr
17
9:00a
End Date
Hawk Watch
Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley State Park
Using keen eyesight, binoculars and spotting scopes, watch in awe and help keep count of the many raptors flying over as they continue their migration.
Apr
18
9:00a
End Date
Hawk Watch
Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley State Park
Using keen eyesight, binoculars and spotting scopes, watch in awe and help keep count of the many raptors flying over as they continue their migration.
Apr
18
9:00a
End Date
Apr
19
9:00a
End Date
News from the Big Bend
Big Bend Ranch State Park
Join rangers for a live on social media for park updates highlighting upcoming events, current park conditions, and important information when planning your trip!
Apr
19
9:00a
End Date
Hawk Watch
Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley State Park
Using keen eyesight, binoculars and spotting scopes, watch in awe and help keep count of the many raptors flying over as they continue their migration.
Apr
19
9:00a
End Date
Little Naturalists Preschool Class- FULL
Guadalupe River State Park
Experience Guadalupe River State Park as an outdoor classroom in this program for preschool-age kids!
Apr
19
10:00a
End Date
Footsteps of the CCC
Palo Duro Canyon State Park
Walk in the footsteps of the CCC and learn about how they used their ingenuity to build Palo Duro Canyon State Park.
Apr
20
9:00a
End Date
Hawk Watch
Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley State Park
Using keen eyesight, binoculars and spotting scopes, watch in awe and help keep count of the many raptors flying over as they continue their migration.
Apr
20
9:00a
End Date
Goose Island Birding Festival
Goose Island State Park
Join us in celebrating one of the best times of the year: Spring Migration!
Apr
20
10:00a
End Date
Trail Mix: Edible Plants - Guided Hike
Bastrop State Park
Join a Lost Pines Master Naturalist for an adventure on the trails!
Apr
20
10:00a
End Date
🦋 Spring Wing Ding 🦋
Dinosaur Valley State Park
Join us as we celebrate everything migratory and winged! 🦋
Apr
20
11:00a
End Date
Wings on the Wind Festival
Abilene State Park
Join Texas Master Naturalists to learn about the mysteries of wind!
Apr
20
8:00p
End Date
Let's view the moon and stars in the Park
Lake Whitney State Park
Enjoy an evening in the park viewing the galaxy by using star maps, a laser pointer and telescopes.
Retired National Park Ranger and Astronomer Larry Smith will guide you through the planets, moon and stars.
Apr
21
9:00a
End Date
Hawk Watch
Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley State Park
Using keen eyesight, binoculars and spotting scopes, watch in awe and help keep count of the many raptors flying over as they continue their migration.
Apr
21
10:00a
End Date
Track Talk
Dinosaur Valley State Park
Gather round and hear the 113-million-year-old story of our dinosaur tracks!
Apr
21
2:00p
End Date
Create a Constellation
Dinosaur Valley State Park
Get creative and write your own story in the stars!
Apr
22
9:00a
End Date
Hawk Watch
Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley State Park
Using keen eyesight, binoculars and spotting scopes, watch in awe and help keep count of the many raptors flying over as they continue their migration.
Apr
23
9:00a
End Date
Hawk Watch
Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley State Park
Using keen eyesight, binoculars and spotting scopes, watch in awe and help keep count of the many raptors flying over as they continue their migration.
Apr
24
9:00a
End Date
Hawk Watch
Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley State Park
Using keen eyesight, binoculars and spotting scopes, watch in awe and help keep count of the many raptors flying over as they continue their migration.
Apr
25
9:00a
End Date
Hawk Watch
Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley State Park
Using keen eyesight, binoculars and spotting scopes, watch in awe and help keep count of the many raptors flying over as they continue their migration.
Apr
25
2:00p
End Date
A Slice of Palo Duro Pie
Palo Duro Canyon State Park
Learn about the geology that makes up each slice of Palo Duro Canyon in this short hike.
Apr
25
7:15p
End Date
Sunset Watercolor
Galveston Island State Park
Unleash your creative side and enjoy the island's best sunsets.
Apr
26
9:00a
End Date
Hawk Watch
Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley State Park
Using keen eyesight, binoculars and spotting scopes, watch in awe and help keep count of the many raptors flying over as they continue their migration.
Apr
26
9:00a
End Date
Little Naturalists Preschool Class- FULL
Guadalupe River State Park
Experience Guadalupe River State Park as an outdoor classroom in this program for preschool-age kids!
Apr
27
6:00a
End Date
Big Sit- Great Texas Birding Classic
South Llano River State Park
Come bird with us as we compete in the Great Texas Birding Classic.
Apr
27
9:00a
End Date
Hawk Watch
Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley State Park
Using keen eyesight, binoculars and spotting scopes, watch in awe and help keep count of the many raptors flying over as they continue their migration.
Apr
27
9:00a
End Date
Golden-cheeked Warblers: Native Texan Songbirds
Guadalupe River State Park
Learn about Golden-cheeked Warblers and then join Ranger Jessica on a brief walk to try to see or hear one!
Apr
27
10:00a
End Date
Track Talk
Dinosaur Valley State Park
Gather round and hear the 113-million-year-old story of our dinosaur tracks!
Apr
27
11:00a
End Date
Apr
27
2:00p
End Date
Apr
27
3:00p
End Date
Conservation Hike with a Park Cop (RSVP REQ'd)
Martin Dies, Jr. State Park
Join Officer McGarry to discover all about conservation as we hike the beautiful Island Trail. Earn the prestigious "Park Police Pal" badge for completing the hike!
Apr
28
9:00a
End Date
Hawk Watch
Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley State Park
Using keen eyesight, binoculars and spotting scopes, watch in awe and help keep count of the many raptors flying over as they continue their migration.
Apr
28
9:30a
End Date
Nature Journaling
Stephen F. Austin State Park
Take your creativity outside and discover where art, creative writing, and biology converge in this intro to nature journaling!
Apr
28
10:00a
End Date
Track Talk
Dinosaur Valley State Park
Gather round and hear the 113-million-year-old story of our dinosaur tracks!
Apr
28
2:00p
End Date
River Romp
Dinosaur Valley State Park
Come along as we walk the Paluxy River Trail in search of dinosaur tracks!
Apr
29
9:00a
End Date
Hawk Watch
Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley State Park
Using keen eyesight, binoculars and spotting scopes, watch in awe and help keep count of the many raptors flying over as they continue their migration.
Apr
30
9:00a
End Date
Hawk Watch
Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley State Park
Using keen eyesight, binoculars and spotting scopes, watch in awe and help keep count of the many raptors flying over as they continue their migration.
May 2024
May
2
9:00a
End Date
May
3
End Date
Great Texas Birding Classic - Big Sit!
Martin Dies, Jr. State Park
Our local Texas Master Naturalists are competing in the Great Texas Birding Classic. Stop by to learn about the birds they've observed or how to become a Master Naturalist
May
3
9:00a
End Date
News from the Big Bend
Big Bend Ranch State Park
Join rangers for a live on social media for park updates highlighting upcoming events, current park conditions, and important information when planning your trip!
May
3
9:00a
End Date
Little Naturalists Preschool Class- FULL
Guadalupe River State Park
Experience Guadalupe River State Park as an outdoor classroom in this program for preschool-age kids!
May
4
9:00a
End Date
Junior Ranger Academy
Government Canyon State Natural Area
Explore the trails at Government Canyon with a ranger and earn your Junior Ranger badge.
May
4
10:00a
End Date
Fire Through Our Forest - Guided Hike
Bastrop State Park
Fire in the woods is natural and necessary find out how and why on this guided hike.
May
4
10:00a
End Date
Track Talk
Dinosaur Valley State Park
Gather round and hear the 113-million-year-old story of our dinosaur tracks!
May
5
10:00a
End Date
Track Talk
Dinosaur Valley State Park
Gather round and hear the 113-million-year-old story of our dinosaur tracks!
May
9
9:00a
End Date
May
9
9:00p
End Date
May
10
9:00a
End Date
Little Naturalists Preschool Class- FULL
Guadalupe River State Park
Experience Guadalupe River State Park as an outdoor classroom in this program for preschool-age kids!
May
11
9:00a
End Date
Introduction to Fishing Basics - Sea Center Texas
Sea Center Texas
Come learn the basics of fishing at this fun, FREE clinic!
May
11
9:00a
End Date
Golden-cheeked Warblers: Native Texan Songbirds
Guadalupe River State Park
Learn about Golden-cheeked Warblers and then join Ranger Jessica on a brief walk to try to see or hear one!
May
11
10:00a
End Date
Master Naturalist Guided Hike
Buescher State Park
Hit the trails with a Lost Pines Master Naturalist on a fun guided hike!
May
11
8:00p
End Date
Let's view the moon and stars in the Park
Lake Whitney State Park
Enjoy an evening in the park viewing the galaxy by using star maps, a laser pointer and telescopes.
Retired National Park Ranger and Astronomer Larry Smith will guide you through the planets, moon and stars.
May
12
10:00a
End Date
Mother's Day Wildflower Walk *Registration Required*
Guadalupe River State Park
Join us on a walk to celebrate Mother's Day out in nature!
May
14
10:00a
End Date
Homeschool Program
Davis Mountains State Park
This outdoor education program promises a fun time for kids and parents, too.
May
16
9:00a
End Date
May
17
9:00a
End Date
News from the Big Bend
Big Bend Ranch State Park
Join rangers for a live on social media for park updates highlighting upcoming events, current park conditions, and important information when planning your trip!
May
17
9:00a
End Date
Little Naturalists Preschool Class- FULL
Guadalupe River State Park
Experience Guadalupe River State Park as an outdoor classroom in this program for preschool-age kids!
May
17
6:30p
End Date
Huntsville State Park | Two Night Event | Texas Outdoor Family (Registration Open)
Huntsville State Park
Join us for a fun-filled weekend and discover the joys of camping in your Texas State Parks.
May
18
10:00a
End Date
Predators of the Pines - Guided Hike
Bastrop State Park
Join a Texas Master Naturalist to discover what creatures are roaming through the Lost Pines!
May
18
5:00p
End Date
S'mores and Skills
Sea Rim State Park
Celebrate National Kids to Parks Day by learning a new skill and making some s'mores!
May
23
9:00a
End Date
May
24
9:00a
End Date
Little Naturalists Preschool Class- FULL
Guadalupe River State Park
Experience Guadalupe River State Park as an outdoor classroom in this program for preschool-age kids!
May
25
10:00a
End Date
Trail Mix: Edible Plants - Guided Hike
Buescher State Park
Hit the trails with a Lost Pines Master Naturalist on a fun guided hike!
May
25
10:00a
End Date
Inflatable Archery
Stephen F. Austin State Park
Practice shooting a bow and arrow for safe-inflatable archery fun
May
30
9:00a
End Date
May
31
9:00a
End Date
News from the Big Bend
Big Bend Ranch State Park
Join rangers for a live on social media for park updates highlighting upcoming events, current park conditions, and important information when planning your trip!
May
31
9:00a
End Date
Little Naturalists Preschool Class- FULL
Guadalupe River State Park
Experience Guadalupe River State Park as an outdoor classroom in this program for preschool-age kids!
June 2024
Jun
1
End Date
Annual Mark Howell Memorial Fishing Rodeo
Lake Arrowhead State Park
It's time for our annual kid fish and adult rough fish contest!
Jun
1
8:00p
End Date
Let's view the moon and stars in the Park
Lake Whitney State Park
Enjoy an evening in the park viewing the galaxy by using star maps, a laser pointer and telescopes.
Retired National Park Ranger and Astronomer Larry Smith will guide you through the planets, moon and stars.
Jun
6
9:00a
End Date
Jun
7
6:30p
End Date
Galveston Island State Park | Two Night Event | Texas Outdoor Family | Houston Area (Registration Open)
Galveston Island State Park
Join us for a fun-filled weekend and discover the joys of camping in your Texas State Parks.
Jun
8
9:00a
End Date
Junior Ranger Academy
Government Canyon State Natural Area
Explore the trails at Government Canyon with a ranger and earn your Junior Ranger badge.
Jun
10
9:00a
End Date
Camp Wild: Summer Day Camp (Registration April 1- May 10, 2024)
Stephen F. Austin State Park
Let's get some kids outside this summer at Stephen F. Austin State Park. This 4-day adventure for 10- to 12-year olds actively engages children with nature through outdoor and creative activities.
Jun
11
10:00a
End Date
Homeschool Program
Davis Mountains State Park
This outdoor education program promises a fun time for kids and parents, too.
Jun
13
9:00a
End Date
Jun
20
9:00a
End Date
Jun
27
9:00a
End Date
July 2024
Jul
4
9:45a
End Date
4th of July Campground Parade!
Guadalupe River State Park
Bring your family, friendly and leashed dog, and/or yourself and join us in a 4th of July patriotic parade!
Jul
6
8:00p
End Date
Let's view the moon and stars in the Park
Lake Whitney State Park
Enjoy an evening in the park viewing the galaxy by using star maps, a laser pointer and telescopes.
Retired National Park Ranger and Astronomer Larry Smith will guide you through the planets, moon and stars.
Jul
13
9:00a
End Date
Junior Ranger Academy
Government Canyon State Natural Area
Explore the trails at Government Canyon with a ranger and earn your Junior Ranger badge.
Jul
21
12:00p
End Date
Ice Cream (in a bag) Social
Guadalupe River State Park
Come celebrate National Ice Cream Day and make your own ice cream with us!
Jul
27
9:00a
End Date
August 2024
Aug
17
End Date
International Geocaching Day
Guadalupe River State Park
Join fellow park visitors in enjoying geocaching!
Aug
17
8:00p
End Date
Let's view the moon and stars in the Park
Lake Whitney State Park
Enjoy an evening in the park viewing the galaxy by using star maps, a laser pointer and telescopes.
Retired National Park Ranger and Astronomer Larry Smith will guide you through the planets, moon and stars.
September 2024
Sep
21
9:00a
End Date
Junior Ranger Academy
Government Canyon State Natural Area
Explore the trails at Government Canyon with a ranger and earn your Junior Ranger badge.
Sep
28
8:00p
End Date
Let's view the moon and stars in the Park
Lake Whitney State Park
Enjoy an evening in the park viewing the galaxy by using star maps, a laser pointer and telescopes.
Retired National Park Ranger and Astronomer Larry Smith will guide you through the planets, moon and stars.
October 2024
Oct
19
8:00p
End Date
Let's view the moon and stars in the Park
Lake Whitney State Park
Enjoy an evening in the park viewing the galaxy by using star maps, a laser pointer and telescopes.
Retired National Park Ranger and Astronomer Larry Smith will guide you through the planets, moon and stars.
Oct
26
6:00p
End Date
November 2024
Nov
2
7:00p
End Date
Stargazing Party in the Park
Lake Whitney State Park
Enjoy an evening in the park as you explore the galaxy by star maps and telescope. Retired national park ranger/astronomer Larry Smith will guide you through the planets, moon and stars with fascinating facts.
December 2024
Dec
31
9:30p
End Date
Black Light Hike & Scavenger Hunt at Midnight!
Fort Parker State Park
Take a New Year’s hike at midnight with a Fort Parker State Park Ranger! Visit the 1/2-mile Bur Oak Trail and see what you might with an awesome black light! Continue the New Year's fun with a "Riddle-Me-This" scavenger hunt by moonlight. Can you answer the riddles to ring in the New Year?
January 2025
Jan
25
8:30a
End Date
December 2025
Dec
31
9:30p
End Date
Black Light Hike & Scavenger Hunt at Midnight!
Fort Parker State Park
Take a New Year’s hike at midnight with a Fort Parker State Park Ranger! Visit the 1/2-mile Bur Oak Trail and see what you might with an awesome black light! Continue the New Year's fun with a "Riddle-Me-This" scavenger hunt by moonlight. Can you answer the riddles to ring in the New Year?
January 2026
Jan
31
8:30a
End Date
December 2026
Dec
31
9:30p
End Date
Black Light Hike & Scavenger Hunt at Midnight!
Fort Parker State Park
Take a New Year’s hike at midnight with a Fort Parker State Park Ranger! Visit the 1/2-mile Bur Oak Trail and see what you might with an awesome black light! Continue the New Year's fun with a "Riddle-Me-This" scavenger hunt by moonlight. Can you answer the riddles to ring in the New Year?
January 2027
Jan
30
8:30a
End Date
December 2027
Dec
31
9:30p
End Date
Black Light Hike & Scavenger Hunt at Midnight!
Fort Parker State Park
Take a New Year’s hike at midnight with a Fort Parker State Park Ranger! Visit the 1/2-mile Bur Oak Trail and see what you might with an awesome black light! Continue the New Year's fun with a "Riddle-Me-This" scavenger hunt by moonlight. Can you answer the riddles to ring in the New Year?
January 2028
Jan
29
8:30a
End Date
December 2028
Dec
31
9:30p
End Date
Black Light Hike & Scavenger Hunt at Midnight!
Fort Parker State Park
Take a New Year’s hike at midnight with a Fort Parker State Park Ranger! Visit the 1/2-mile Bur Oak Trail and see what you might with an awesome black light! Continue the New Year's fun with a "Riddle-Me-This" scavenger hunt by moonlight. Can you answer the riddles to ring in the New Year?
January 2029
Jan
27
8:30a
End Date
December 2029
Dec
31
9:30p
End Date
Black Light Hike & Scavenger Hunt at Midnight!
Fort Parker State Park
Take a New Year’s hike at midnight with a Fort Parker State Park Ranger! Visit the 1/2-mile Bur Oak Trail and see what you might with an awesome black light! Continue the New Year's fun with a "Riddle-Me-This" scavenger hunt by moonlight. Can you answer the riddles to ring in the New Year?
January 2030
Jan
26
8:30a
End Date