Texas Outdoor Family | McKinney Falls State Park (near Austin) - Special Theme - Buffalo Soldiers
Join the Texas Outdoor Family at McKinney Falls State Park for a great weekend of camping with the Buffalo Soldiers. Texas Parks and Wildlife will supply all of the camping gear for the weekend. When you bring your family and food, we'll have a recipe for a educational overnight with character interpreters from civil war times.
| When |
Apr 14, 2012 09:30 AM
to Apr 15, 2012 11:30 AM |
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| Where | McKinney Falls State Park |
| Contact Email | tofsp@tpwd.state.tx.us |
| Contact Phone | 512-389-8903 |
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Facilities & Driving Directions
- McKinney Falls State Park
- Individual car camping sites for each family
- Restrooms with hot showers
- Overnight State Park Police Officer providing public safety and security
Equipment
- Thanks to TPWD sponsors, the basic camping equipment needed for the weekend will be provided. Participants will need to bring their own food, plates, sleeping bags and personal items. Click here for a suggested packing list: TOFPackingList
Agenda & Activities
Saturday
- Credible Campers & Campsites:
Adults: Learn Leave no Trace principles, how to pitch your tent and use stoves safely
Junior Rangers: PEAK Program “Promoting environmental awareness in kids” to leave no Trace
- Building Base Camp: Families come together, gather equipment and build base camp for the weekend.
- Caching in on State Park Trails: Trail adventure and exploration through GPS and Geo-caching
- Fire Building and Outdoor Cooking Tips: How to safely build fires and cook on open flames / grills (conditions permitting)
- Experience the natural wonders at night: Celebrating nature’s natural night noises at State Parks
Sunday
- Coffee and chat with a Park Ranger: Q&A – Learn more about parks and conservation
- Know Before You Go ... Breaking Camp and Leaving no Trace of your stay
Additonal Site Specific Activities
- Meet the Buffalo Soldiers: Learn some Texas heritage with the inspirational story of the Buffalo Soldiers told through character interpreters
Additional Curriculum
- State Park Junior Ranger Certification Programs – Targeted Audience: 5-12 years of age
- Environmentally-friendly program which adopts and teaches the 'Leave No Trace' philosophy and practices
- Additional programs specifically for use and enjoyment of a state park
Meals
- A shopping list/menu will be provided; you will need to bring your own food. Click here to see the suggested shopping list: TOFPre-Materials
- Instructors will teach you how to enjoy family camp cooking.
Fees
- $65 per family (up to 6 individuals) - includes all entry and camping fees.
- You will be asked to bring your family's food for the two-day event and a suggested list of items will be provided via email.
How to Register
- Call 512-389-8903 and ask to speak to one of our "Texas Outdoor Family" customer service representatives Monday through Friday 9:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. They can answer any questions you might have.
- You will receive a confirmation packet with directions and more details will be sent to you via email after you are registered for a Texas Outdoor Family workshop.
- Please note that all reservations and full payment must be made at least three business days in advance of the workshops. All fees are non-refundable.
Pre-workshop Materials
