Events http://www.tpwd.state.tx.us daily 1 2009-07-21T20:59:12Z First Day Hikes http://www.tpwd.state.tx.us/calendar/first-day-hikes-6 Discover the wintertime traditions of plants, animals and historic people who have influenced the park, as we trek for a one mile, easy-to-moderate difficulty hike on the edge of the legendary Lost Pines forest of Central Texas. Participants may want to bring sturdy shoes, a hiking stick and drinking water. Meet at the park’s trailhead, near headquarters.

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]]> No publisher kjunek Buescher SP Hiking and Nature Trails and Tours hikes & walks 2011-12-20T14:50:24Z Event Go Fish! A Learn-to-Fish Event http://www.tpwd.state.tx.us/calendar/go-fish-a-learn-to-fish-event-45 Families can learn the basics of fishing through fun, hands-on activities. Take away a fishing fun pack and enter the drawing for door prizes. Equipment and bait provided or bring your own. No license necessary. Adults must accompany children. Bring sun protection and water.

]]> No publisher mcoxz Buescher SP Go Fish! fishing classes, derbies & more 2011-11-23T14:55:00Z Event Stars Above! http://www.tpwd.state.tx.us/calendar/stars-above Discover the night sky above you. Drop in any time between 8pm and 9pm to see stories unfold and planets rise. On the dam at the lake – look for our red lights. Free after park entry fees. 100 Park Road 1E, Smithville, TX 78957.

]]> No publisher mcoxz stargazing Buescher SP 2012-03-13T18:01:01Z Event Go Fish! A Learn-to-Fish Event http://www.tpwd.state.tx.us/calendar/go-fish-a-learn-to-fish-event-40 Families can learn the basics of fishing through fun, hands-on activities. Take away a fishing fun pack and enter the drawing for door prizes. Equipment and bait provided or bring your own. No license necessary. Adults must accompany children. Bring sun protection and water.

]]> No publisher mcoxz Buescher SP Go Fish! fishing classes, derbies & more 2011-11-23T14:45:00Z Event What’s My Job? http://www.tpwd.state.tx.us/calendar/what2019s-my-job Each plant and animal in our forest has a special job to do! Discover how they all interact on this one-mile long, easy hike. Meet at the trailhead. Free after park entry fees. 100 Park Road 1E, Smithville, TX 78957. 

]]> No publisher mcoxz plants birds, bats and more Buescher SP hikes & walks 2012-03-13T18:02:37Z Event Get Buggy http://www.tpwd.state.tx.us/calendar/get-buggy Prepare to get a little muddy as we explore the lake waters and surrounding areas, searching for insects. These insects can tell us how healthy our lake is! Meet at the lake, on the canoe barn side. Free after park entry fees. 100 Park Road 1E, Smithville Texas 78957.

]]> No publisher mcoxz birds, bats and more Buescher SP hikes & walks 2012-03-27T14:25:00Z Event Geocaching 101 http://www.tpwd.state.tx.us/calendar/geocaching-101-1 Learn to use a GPS unit to hunt for treasure in the woods. Discover the basics of geocaching and seek out your first cache on the park's hiking trail. Bring your own GPS or borrow one of ours. Advance reservation for GPS units recommended. Meet at Lakeview Campground.  Free after park entry fees. 100 Park Road 1E, Smithville, TX 78957.

]]> No publisher mcoxz Geocaching Buescher SP 2012-03-13T17:55:00Z Event Give a Hoot http://www.tpwd.state.tx.us/calendar/give-a-hoot-2 Discover the masters of the night sky – owls! Explore the lives of these nocturnal animals. At the amphitheater. Free after park entry fees. 100 Park Road 1E, Smithville Texas 78957.

]]> No publisher mcoxz birds, bats and more Buescher SP 2012-03-27T14:27:13Z Event Get Buggy http://www.tpwd.state.tx.us/calendar/get-buggy-1 Prepare to get a little muddy as we explore the lake waters and surrounding areas, searching for insects. These insects can tell us how healthy our lake is! Meet at the lake, on the canoe barn side. Free after park entry fees. 100 Park Road 1E, Smithville Texas 78957.

]]> No publisher mcoxz birds, bats and more Buescher SP hikes & walks 2012-03-27T14:30:00Z Event Snakes Alive: Reptiles of Central Texas http://www.tpwd.state.tx.us/calendar/snakes-alive-reptiles-of-central-texas Ever touched a turtle or petted a snake? Get up close and personal with some common – and not so common – reptiles that live in the area, including snakes, lizards and turtles. At the amphitheater.  Free after park entry fees. 100 Park Road 1E, Smithville, TX 78957.

]]> No publisher mcoxz birds, bats and more Buescher SP 2012-03-13T17:55:00Z Event Geocaching 101 http://www.tpwd.state.tx.us/calendar/geocaching-101-2 Learn to use a GPS unit to hunt for treasure in the woods. Discover the basics of geocaching and seek out your first cache on the park's hiking trail. Bring your own GPS or borrow one of ours. Advance reservation for GPS units recommended. Meet at Lakeview Campground.  Free after park entry fees. 100 Park Road 1E, Smithville, TX 78957.

]]> No publisher mcoxz Geocaching Buescher SP 2012-03-13T17:55:00Z Event Stargazing at the Lake http://www.tpwd.state.tx.us/calendar/stargazing-at-the-lake Discover the stars above! Drop in anytime between 8:30pm and 10:00pm to see the drama unfold overhead. We’ll even have a telescope trained on some of the wonders of the night sky. At the lake, on the dam – look for our red lights. At the August 11 program, you’ll be in a prime spot to observe the Perseids meteor shower. Free after park entry fees. 100 Park Road 1E, Smithville Texas 78957.

]]> No publisher mcoxz stargazing Buescher SP 2012-03-27T14:20:00Z Event Snakes in a Park! http://www.tpwd.state.tx.us/calendar/snakes-in-a-park These slithery creatures all over our park, and yet are some of its most misunderstood residents. Discover the wonderful world of snakes and their unique qualities that we can all respect. At the amphitheater. Free after park entry fees. 100 Park Road 1E, Smithville Texas 78957.

]]> No publisher mcoxz birds, bats and more Buescher SP 2012-03-27T14:30:38Z Event Give a Hoot http://www.tpwd.state.tx.us/calendar/give-a-hoot-3 Discover the masters of the night sky – owls! Explore the lives of these nocturnal animals. At the amphitheater. Free after park entry fees. 100 Park Road 1E, Smithville Texas 78957.

]]> No publisher mcoxz birds, bats and more Buescher SP 2012-05-09T20:33:53Z Event Pine Gulch Hike http://www.tpwd.state.tx.us/calendar/pine-gulch-hike On this 1.5-mile, easy hike, we’ll journey from the oak forest Buescher State Park is known for to a little known portion of our hiking trail: the unique Pine Gulch. Bring water, insect repellent and wear good hiking shoes. Meet at the parking area across from MD Anderson Science Center on Park Road 1C. Parking is limited. 

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