Events http://www.tpwd.state.tx.us daily 1 2009-08-14T03:47:09Z Guided Hike http://www.tpwd.state.tx.us/calendar/guided-hike-7 Tag along on a Ranger led hike on one of our great trails! Davis Mountains State Park and the Indian Lodge were built by the Civilian Conservation Corps in the 1930s and both parks are rich in history. Join a Ranger on a guided hike to learn more about the CCC, our parks, and the legacy that has been left behind. The 2.5 mile hike is of moderate difficulty and will take approximately 2 hours. We recommend you wear sturdy shoes and encourage you to bring enough water (16 oz. per hour of hiking).

Meet at the park's playground by 9:30AM. The hike will end at the Indian Lodge and Black Bear Restaurant, so if you plan to eat a post-hike lunch be sure to bring your wallet! Well behaved, leashed pets are welcome! The local humane society will have dogs available for the hike for any interested visitors, as well.

All offered programs are free of charge; regular entrance fees apply.

]]> No publisher ncardena Indian Lodge Davis Mountains SP hikes & walks history 2013-03-07T15:20:00Z Event Snakes: Spooky or Spectacular? http://www.tpwd.state.tx.us/calendar/snakes-spooky-or-spectacular-2 Slither on in and learn about these remarkable reptiles! Snakes have a bad reputation and many people don't know how important their role in an ecosystem is. You'll investigate the basics of snakes, plus learn about which ones in the park to really watch out for! Join us at the Interpretive Center to explore the world of these awesome animals.

All offered programs are free of charge; regular entrance fees apply.

 

 

 

]]> No publisher ncardena Indian Lodge birds, bats and more ranger talks & slide shows Davis Mountains SP 2013-03-07T15:20:00Z Event Bird Walk http://www.tpwd.state.tx.us/calendar/bird-walk-6 Texas is the 'birdiest' state in the country and state parks are a great way to see this diversity up close! Join a Park Host on a bird walk to learn what birds you'll find in the park and check out which of our fine feathered friends are out and about!

Meet at the Interpretive Center by 9:00AM. The walk will mostly be on paved road; appropriate shoes are recommended. Binoculars and field guides will be available on a first come first serve basis. Bring your own if you have them! Please leave pets at home as they may scare away the birds.

All offered programs are free of charge; regular entrance fees apply.

]]> No publisher ncardena Indian Lodge birds, bats and more Davis Mountains SP hikes & walks 2013-03-07T15:30:00Z Event Agate Chat http://www.tpwd.state.tx.us/calendar/agate-chat-1 Join one of our great Park Hosts in exploring the rockin' world of agates! Come learn why we have these beautiful stones in the park, where to see them, and enjoy a rock polishing demonstration!

This program will take place at the Interpretive Center.

All offered programs are free of charge, with regular entrance fees applying.

]]> No publisher ncardena Indian Lodge ranger talks & slide shows Davis Mountains SP 2013-03-07T15:40:00Z Event Waggin' Tails on the Trails Adoption Event http://www.tpwd.state.tx.us/calendar/waggin-tails-on-the-trails-adoption-event Come see why dogs put the 'like' in a hike! Davis Mountains State Park is teaming up with Grand Companions Humane Society to bring you this special adoption event! Loving dogs that are looking for their forever homes will be brought to the park. Visitors can get to know the dogs & walk them around our campgrounds or on our great trails! We’ll also have information on safe hiking and camping with your pets.

We will be set up across from the Interpretive Center from 2:00 P.M. until 4:30 P.M.. Please plan any dog-joined hikes accordingly and return with the dogs by the end of the event.

Even if you aren’t looking to adopt, come on out and brighten a dog’s day or bring your pooch for a fun day of romping & socializing at your state park!

To check out some of the adoptable dogs ahead of time, please visit www.grandcompanions.org.

]]> No publisher ncardena Indian Lodge Davis Mountains SP hikes & walks featured event 2013-03-01T18:35:00Z Event Bird Walks (Morning Sessions) http://www.tpwd.state.tx.us/calendar/bird-walks The Davis Mountains have a huge diversity of birds, both local residents and seasonal visitors! Our Park Host will teach you all about birding, what species to look for, and how to identify them! This Spring Break program series will take you to various viewing areas in the park to see which of our feathered friends are hanging out. Meet at the Interpretive Center by 9:00AM for all walks.

On Mondays and Thursdays the walks will take place in the Limpia Canyon Primitive Area - be prepared to provide your own transportation from the Interpretive Center. These walks will also have a portion dedicated to the region's plant life.

Wednesdays will include a Birding 101 class.

Walks are of varying length, but all are on easy, flat trails or paved road; wear appropriate shoes. Please leave pets at home as they may scare away the birds.

All offered programs are free of charge; regular entrance fees apply.

]]> No publisher ncardena plants hikes & walks birds, bats and more Indian Lodge Davis Mountains SP 2013-03-07T16:45:00Z Event Mammals of West Texas http://www.tpwd.state.tx.us/calendar/mammals-of-west-texas The Davis Mountains are home to a wide variety of awesome animals! Join a Ranger and learn all about which ones you'll see hanging out in the park and which ones roam outside of our boundaries. Meet at the Interpretive Center by 11:00AM.

All offered programs are free of charge; regular entrance fees apply.

]]> No publisher ncardena Indian Lodge birds, bats and more ranger talks & slide shows Davis Mountains SP 2013-03-08T14:47:47Z Event Guided Hike http://www.tpwd.state.tx.us/calendar/guided-hike-8 Tag along on a Ranger led hike on one of our great trails! The Montezuma Quail is undoubtedly one of our park's most notorious birds! People come from all over with the hopes of spotting this shy avian. Join a Ranger on a one mile hike to learn all about these animals and why the Davis Mountains are an excellent habitat for them. The hike, though short, has steep ascents and descents with loose rocks. We recommend you wear sturdy shoes and encourage you to bring enough water (16 oz. per hour of hiking). Bring your hiking sticks, as well.

Meet at the park's playground by 1:30PM.  The hike will end at a bird viewing area, so bring your binoculars and feel free to stick around to bird watch afterward! Well behaved, leashed pets are welcome! The local humane society will have dogs available for the hike for any interested visitors, as well.

All offered programs are free of charge; regular entrance fees apply.

]]> No publisher ncardena Indian Lodge birds, bats and more Davis Mountains SP hikes & walks 2013-03-08T14:30:00Z Event Bird Walks (Evening Sessions) http://www.tpwd.state.tx.us/calendar/bird-walks-evening-sessions

The Davis Mountains have a huge diversity of birds, both local residents and seasonal visitors! Our Park Host will teach you all about birding, what species to look for, and how to identify them! This Spring Break program series will take you to various viewing areas in the park to see which of our feathered friends are hanging out.

On Sundays and Thursdays, the meeting spot will be the Interpretive Center, with Sundays including a Birding 101 class.

Mondays and Wednesdays, the meeting spot will be the Montezuma Quail Viewing Station on the park's main road.

On Tuesdays, the walks will take place in the Limpia Canyon Primitive Area - be prepared to provide your own transportation from the Interpretive Center. These walks will also have a portion dedicated to the region's plant life.

Walks are of varying length, but all are on easy, flat trails or paved road; wear appropriate shoes. Please leave pets at home as they may scare away the birds.

All offered programs are free of charge; regular entrance fees apply.

]]> No publisher ncardena plants hikes & walks birds, bats and more Indian Lodge Davis Mountains SP 2013-03-07T17:30:00Z Event Sunset Walk http://www.tpwd.state.tx.us/calendar/sunset-walk The outdoor activity of the month is photography, and the park's sunsets are a great chance to snap some beautiful photos!

Meet at the Skyline Drive Overlook by 7:00PM. The one mile walk is easy, on both trail and paved road; wear appropriate shoes. Evenings can be chilly, dress for the weather! We will be stopping at an overlook point for photo opportunities, then we will return to the meeting site. Well behaved, leashed pets are welcome! Be sure to bring your camera to snap some great shots!

All offered programs are free of charge; regular entrance fees apply.

 

 

 

]]> No publisher ncardena Indian Lodge photography Davis Mountains SP hikes & walks 2013-03-07T16:30:00Z Event The Civilian Conservation Corps: Building the Future http://www.tpwd.state.tx.us/calendar/the-civilian-conservation-corps-building-the-future The Civilian Conservation Corps played a huge role in creating many of the state parks we still enjoy today. Come learn about the role they played at the Indian Lodge and Davis Mountains State Park, what life was like back then, and how the legacy they left behind still lives on!

Meet at the Indian Lodge Assembly Room by 2:00PM. We will take a short walk around the Indian Lodge after the program to see some of the original structures.

All offered programs are free of charge; regular entrance fees apply. 

]]> No publisher ncardena Indian Lodge ranger talks & slide shows Davis Mountains SP 2013-03-07T16:05:00Z Event Agate Chat http://www.tpwd.state.tx.us/calendar/agate-chat-2

Join one of our great Park Hosts in exploring the rockin' world of agates! Come learn why we have these beautiful stones in the park, where to see them, and enjoy a rock polishing demonstration!

This program will take place at the Interpretive Center.

All offered programs are free of charge, with regular entrance fees applying.

]]> No publisher ncardena Indian Lodge ranger talks & slide shows Davis Mountains SP 2013-03-08T14:32:40Z Event The Civilian Conservation Corps: Building the Future http://www.tpwd.state.tx.us/calendar/the-civilian-conservation-corps-building-the-future-1

The Civilian Conservation Corps played a huge role in creating many of the state parks we still enjoy today. Come learn about the role they played at the Indian Lodge and Davis Mountains State Park, what life was like back then, and how the legacy they left behind still lives on!

Meet at the Indian Lodge Assembly Room by 2:00PM. We will take a short walk around the Indian Lodge after the program to see some of the original structures.

All offered programs are free of charge; regular entrance fees apply. The Civilian Conservation Corps: Building the Future

]]> No publisher ncardena Indian Lodge ranger talks & slide shows Davis Mountains SP history 2013-03-08T14:41:05Z Event The Stars at Night are Big and Bright! http://www.tpwd.state.tx.us/calendar/the-stars-at-night-are-big-and-bright-1 West Texas has some of the darkest night skies in the continental United States. Come take advantage of the waning moon and experience the awe-inspiring beauty of our stars! You'll learn some common constellations and how to find them, plus there will be a telescope to take a closer look at some amazing astronomical objects!

Meet at the Skyline Drive stone overlook by 8:45 p.m. Well behaved, leashed pets are welcome. Dress for the weather, as you will be outdoors. This program is subject to cancellation due to weather conditions and cloud cover.

All offered programs are free of charge; regular entrance fees apply.

]]> No publisher ncardena stargazing Indian Lodge Davis Mountains SP 2013-03-08T14:55:00Z Event Guided Hike http://www.tpwd.state.tx.us/calendar/guided-hike-9 Tag along on a Ranger led hike on one of our great trails! Davis Mountains State Park offers some stunning views of the mountain vistas. Join us on a moderate 5 mile hike up to one of our terrific overlook points. Participate in the Outdoor Activity of the Month and take some photos of our beautiful scenery while learning about the park's natural history! The hike is long and will take approximately 3 hours. The ascent is steep at points with loose rocks and switchbacks. We recommend you wear sturdy shoes and encourage you to bring enough water (16 oz. per hour of hiking).Bring your hiking sticks, as well.

Meet at the Interpretive Center by 9:30AM. Well behaved, leashed pets are welcome! The local humane society will have dogs available for the hike for any interested visitors, as well.

All offered programs are free of charge; regular entrance fees apply.

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