Events http://www.tpwd.state.tx.us daily 1 2009-07-27T23:18:03Z Changing Faces of Onion Creek http://www.tpwd.state.tx.us/calendar/changing-faces-of-onion-creek-9 THIS EVENT HAS BEEN CANCELLED. Discover the diverse range of flora and fauna that can be seen at McKinney Falls. Hikes are offered the 2nd and 4th Saturday of each month starting at 10am from the Smith Visitors Center. Wear comfortable shoes, a hat, and bring water. Hikes last approximately 1.5 hours.

]]> No publisher mcoxz McKinney Falls SP hikes & walks 2011-08-17T22:10:00Z Event Changing Faces of Onion Creek http://www.tpwd.state.tx.us/calendar/changing-faces-of-onion-creek-10 THIS EVENT HAS BEEN CANCELLED. Discover the diverse range of flora and fauna that can be seen at McKinney Falls. Hikes are offered the 2nd and 4th Saturday of each month starting at 10am from the Smith Visitors Center. Wear comfortable shoes, a hat, and bring water. Hikes last approximately 1.5 hours.

]]> No publisher mcoxz McKinney Falls SP hikes & walks 2011-08-17T22:10:00Z Event Changing Faces of Onion Creek http://www.tpwd.state.tx.us/calendar/changing-faces-of-onion-creek-11 THIS EVENT HAS BEEN CANCELLED. Discover the diverse range of flora and fauna that can be seen at McKinney Falls. Hikes are offered the 2nd and 4th Saturday of each month starting at 10am from the Smith Visitors Center. Wear comfortable shoes, a hat, and bring water. Hikes last approximately 1.5 hours.

]]> No publisher mcoxz McKinney Falls SP hikes & walks 2011-08-17T22:10:00Z Event Changing Faces of Onion Creek http://www.tpwd.state.tx.us/calendar/changing-faces-of-onion-creek-12 THIS EVENT HAS BEEN CANCELLED. Discover the diverse range of flora and fauna that can be seen at McKinney Falls. Hikes are offered the 2nd and 4th Saturday of each month starting at 10am from the Smith Visitors Center. Wear comfortable shoes, a hat, and bring water. Hikes last approximately 1.5 hours.

]]> No publisher mcoxz McKinney Falls SP hikes & walks 2012-01-02T16:40:00Z Event Go Fish! Learn-to-Fish Event http://www.tpwd.state.tx.us/calendar/go-fish-learn-to-fish-event-13 Families can learn the basics of fishing through fun, hands-on activities. Take away a fishing fun pack and enter the drawing for  prizes. Equipment and bait provided or bring your own. No license necessary. Adults must accompany children. Bring sun protection and water. Registration start time is 9:00 A.M.

]]> No publisher kmarks McKinney Falls SP Go Fish! fishing classes, derbies & more 2011-12-22T19:47:56Z Event Go Fish! Learn-to-Fish Event http://www.tpwd.state.tx.us/calendar/go-fish-learn-to-fish-event-14 Families can learn the basics of fishing through fun, hands-on activities. Take away a fishing fun pack and enter the drawing for  prizes. Equipment and bait provided or bring your own. No license necessary. Adults must accompany children. Bring sun protection and water. Registration start time is 9:00 A.M.

]]> No publisher kmarks McKinney Falls SP Go Fish! fishing classes, derbies & more 2011-12-22T19:50:28Z Event Go Fish! Learn-to-Fish Event http://www.tpwd.state.tx.us/calendar/go-fish-learn-to-fish-event-15 Families can learn the basics of fishing through fun, hands-on activities. Take away a fishing fun pack and enter the drawing for  prizes. Equipment and bait provided or bring your own. No license necessary. Adults must accompany children. Bring sun protection and water. Registration start time is 9:00 A.M.

]]> No publisher kmarks McKinney Falls SP Go Fish! fishing classes, derbies & more Mother's Day 2011-12-22T19:55:00Z Event Pet Hike Guided Tour http://www.tpwd.state.tx.us/calendar/pet-hike-guided-tour Grab your best friend’s leash and join us for National Trails Day out at McKinney Falls State Park at 10 a.m. for a pet-friendly guided tour of the Onion Creek trail Saturday June 2. This trail is 2.8 miles.     

Tour meets at the Smith Visitor’s Center. Visitors should wear comfortable shoes and weather-appropriate clothing and carry water for themselves and their pet during the hike. This event is free after park admission and is open to the public. Groups over 10 members should email for their own tour time. McKinney Falls State Park is located at 5808 McKinney Falls Pkwy Austin, Tx. 78744. For more information, email amber.conrad@tpwd.state.tx.us.

]]> No publisher mcoxz McKinney Falls SP featured event hikes & walks 2012-05-10T13:58:48Z Event Rock Shelter Trail Guided Tour http://www.tpwd.state.tx.us/calendar/rock-shelter-trail-guided-tour Join us for National Trails Day out at McKinney Falls State Park for a guided tour of the Rock Shelter Trail at 2 p.m. Saturday, June 2. Learn about huge trees, rocks that were once alive and fossilized poo. This trail is about a mile long.

Tour meets at the Smith Visitor’s Center. Visitors should wear comfortable shoes and weather-appropriate clothing and carry water during the hike. This event is free after park admission and is open to the public. Groups over 10 members should email for their own tour time. No pets. McKinney Falls State Park is located at 5808 McKinney Falls Pkwy Austin, Tx. 78744. For more information, email amber.conrad@tpwd.state.tx.us.

]]> No publisher mcoxz McKinney Falls SP archeology/rock art featured event hikes & walks 2012-05-10T14:00:01Z Event Geocaching 101 - (Austin Area) http://www.tpwd.state.tx.us/calendar/geocaching-101-36 Visit McKinney Falls State Park and discover a new sport called Geocaching. You will use a provided GPS unit to find hidden treasure and learn how to play a game that can be played almost anywhere. It's great for kids and adults, no experience or equipment necessary! Come out to McKinney Falls State Park and learn the basics of a fast growing sport that is loved by kids and adults alike. Geocaching uses GPS technology to help you find items hidden throughout the park. All necessary equipment will be provided while you discover a game that can be played almost anywhere. Take the skills home with you and join in on the fun using a Smartphone App or your own handheld GPS. Live a happier and healthier lifestyle by getting outside and venturing down the beautiful trails that our state parks have to offer.

Meet at the Smith Visitor's Center

Reservations necessary - (512) 243-1643, groups welcome. 

All ages welcome but children under 16 must be accompanied by an adult.

]]> No publisher rowen Geocaching McKinney Falls SP outdoor skills, workshops & seminars 2012-08-16T22:40:00Z Event Geocaching 101 - (Near Austin) http://www.tpwd.state.tx.us/calendar/geocaching-101-37 Visit McKinney Falls State Park and discover a new sport called Geocaching. You will use a provided GPS unit to find hidden treasure and learn how to play a game that can be played almost anywhere. It's great for kids and adults, no experience or equipment necessary! Come out to McKinney Falls State Park and learn the basics of a fast growing sport that is loved by kids and adults alike. Geocaching uses GPS technology to help you find items hidden throughout the park. All necessary equipment will be provided while you discover a game that can be played almost anywhere. Take the skills home with you and join in on the fun using a Smartphone App or your own handheld GPS. Live a happier and healthier lifestyle by getting outside and venturing down the beautiful trails that our state parks have to offer.

Meet at the Smith Visitor's Center

Reservations necessary - (512) 243-1643, groups welcome. 

All ages welcome but children under 16 must be accompanied by an adult.

]]> No publisher rowen Geocaching McKinney Falls SP outdoor skills, workshops & seminars 2012-08-16T22:45:00Z Event Falls Fest 2012 http://www.tpwd.state.tx.us/calendar/falls-fest-2012 Grab the kids and text your friends: Falls Fest 2012 is Oct. 13 from 10-4 at McKinney Falls State Park. Located in Austin’s backyard, McKinney Falls will host a variety of events for all ages. This year's archeology theme will feature flint knapping, archery, rock climbing, atlatl throwing, fishing, leather-working crafts, musket ball and shot making demonstrations, the Buffalo Soldiers, Dutch oven cooking, wilderness survival hikes, birding walks, a star gazing party, raffle, contest prizes and more. The event is free after park admission and open to the public. Children under the age of 13 are admitted without charge. Birding walks start at 7 a.m. and the star party starts after dusk. For more information on this event or to register a group of 10 or more attending the event for special raffle entry please contact amber.conrad@tpwd.state.tx.us. To learn more about McKinney Falls visit www.tpwd.state.tx.us/state-parks/mckinney-falls.

]]> No publisher cmontez McKinney Falls SP archeology/rock art featured event fairs, festivals & food 2012-09-07T13:17:41Z Event Texas Outdoor Family | McKinney Falls State Park (near Austin) - Special Theme - Buffalo Soldiers Living History http://www.tpwd.state.tx.us/calendar/texas-outdoor-family-mckinney-falls-state-park-near-austin-3 Join us at a park in Austin's backyard. Close to home, this beautiful park will offer you and your family the opportunity to relax and enjoy the outdoors while feeling miles away from the city. All of the camping equipment you'll need for the weekend will be provided! McKinney Falls PIC

 

 

 

Facilities

  • McKinney Falls State Park
  • Individual car camping sites for each family
  • Restrooms with hot showers
  • Overnight State Park Police Officer 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
  • 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

  • Buffalo Soldiers Living History: Bringing to life the story of some of Texas' bravest men.
  • Nature Hikes:  Explore the namesake of McKinney Falls and the amazing rocks and landscape that make Austin special

 

 

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 is provided below in the "TOFPRE-materials."

 

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 and also can provide the contact number for partner site workshops.
  • You will be e-mailed a confirmation packet with directions and additional items.
  • Please note that all reservations and full payment must be made at least four business days in advance of the workshops. All fees are non-refundable.

 

Pre-workshop Materials

 

]]> No publisher rowen McKinney Falls SP Texas Outdoor Family 2012-06-04T17:10:00Z Event A Merry Evening with Santa http://www.tpwd.state.tx.us/calendar/a-merry-evening-with-santa Regular entrance fees apply.

Come visit Austin’s own state park for an evening of ornament and candy-making, Christmas decorations and pictures with Santa for a suggested donation. While you are out, enjoy hot cocoa, warm wassail, kettle corn and a twilight hike followed by a star gazing party with the Austin Astronomy Club at 7:00 p.m. (512) 415-8793 amber.conrad@tpwd.state.tx.us.   

]]> No publisher cmontez fairs, festivals & food McKinney Falls SP featured event arts&crafts holidays stargazing 2012-11-19T15:20:00Z Event All about the Fork-Tailed Flycatcher http://www.tpwd.state.tx.us/calendar/all-about-the-fork-tailed-flycatcher What’s all this fuss over a little bird? Come find out Saturday at the McKinney Falls visitor center. This program will cover the basics of birding, wildlife habitat and the rare species at home in the park. Binoculars will be available to view wildlife from the scenic viewing porch of the Smith Visitor’s Center. This program is free and open to the public. Visitors are encouraged to bring their own binoculars and a sense of adventure. Persons using mobility-assistance devices are welcome. amber.conrad@tpwd.state.tx.us.   

]]> No publisher cmontez McKinney Falls SP birds, bats and more featured event 2012-12-21T15:51:15Z Event