State Park Events
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March 2024
Mar
19
7:00a
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Second Saturday With Steve (Stephen F. Austin)
Stephen F. Austin State Park
Join educators from the San Felipe de Austin Historic Site and Texas Historic Commision for a presentation on Catholicism in Mexican Texas (1821-1836)
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
1:30p
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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
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Reading with the Ranger
Lake Bob Sandlin State Park
Join us for a nature themed story hour at the park!
Mar
20
8:30a
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Mar
20
8:30a
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World Birding Center Birding Tours
Estero Llano Grande State Park
All ages and skill-levels are welcome on this two-hour tour of the park, finding as many species of birds as possible, especially the 30 that are termed Valley Specialties, followed by an optional birding presentation on Sundays.
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
Homeschool Class: Botany
Guadalupe River State Park
Experience Guadalupe River State Park as an outdoor classroom in this program for school-age kids!
Mar
20
10:00a
End Date
Kayaking 101
Mustang Island State Park
Learn the kayaking essentials in the calm waters of Fish Pass
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
1:30p
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Steeped in Legacy
Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley State Park
Celebrate the phenomenal Texas Ebony tree with fresh Ebony Cowboy Coffee and fireside tales.
Mar
20
2:00p
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Mar
20
2:00p
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Rock Stars of the Davis Mountains
Davis Mountains State Park
Come learn about the eruptive origin of our amazing geology.
Mar
20
3:00p
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S'more Stories
Goose Island State Park
Share your camping experiences over a nice fire, and enjoy a s'more!
Mar
21
8:30a
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Mar
21
9:00a
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Mar
21
9:00a
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Mar
21
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
21
10:00a
End Date
Homeschool Class: Botany
Guadalupe River State Park
Experience Guadalupe River State Park as an outdoor classroom in this program for school-age kids!
Mar
21
10:00a
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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
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Monarch & Milkweed Survey
Goose Island State Park
Help us conduct a survey for the host plant of the iconic Monarch Butterfly: Milkweed.
Mar
21
10:00a
End Date
Hike with a Homeless Dog
Davis Mountains State Park
Help a homeless dog have a great time on the trail!
Mar
21
10:00a
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Palo Duro Time Machine
Palo Duro Canyon State Park
Experience the life of Texas State Parks in this short hike through the Palo Duro Time Machine.
Mar
21
10:30a
End Date
Grassroots Initiative
Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley State Park
Pull up your sleeves and some Guinea grass, too, as we explore life beneath the soil.
Mar
21
12:30p
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Mar
21
1:00p
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Mar
21
1:00p
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Davis Mountains 101
Davis Mountains State Park
Take an introductory deep dive into the Davis Mountains on this easy walk 'n' talk.
Mar
21
2:00p
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Incredible Edibles of South Texas
Lake Casa Blanca International State Park
Discover the variety of edible plants that are within Lake Casa Blanca and South Texas!
Mar
21
2:00p
End Date
First Peoples of the Davis Mountains
Davis Mountains State Park
Come hear about the various cultures that have inhabited the Davis Mountains long before the arrival of Fort Davis.
Mar
21
3:00p
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Mar
22
8:30a
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Big Tree Birding
Goose Island State Park
Come along with us to view birds at the Big Tree Natural Area!
Mar
22
9:00a
End Date
Isle Info Live
Galveston Island State Park
Pop by our live feed for important park updates, get answers to your questions, and more!
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
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
10:00a
End Date
Homeschool Class: Botany
Guadalupe River State Park
Experience Guadalupe River State Park as an outdoor classroom in this program for school-age kids!
Mar
22
10:00a
End Date
The Path of a Bison
Caprock Canyons State Park & Trailway
Walk the same paths the Southern Plains Bison venture with a ranger!
Mar
22
10:00a
End Date
Desert Skills Hike
Davis Mountains State Park
Sharpen your survival skills on this easy, two-hour walk 'n' talk, as you encounter survival scenarios common in the Davis Mountains.
Mar
22
10:30a
End Date
Dragons & Damsels
Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley State Park
Explore a world where dragons and damsels are not only real, but necessary.
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
1:30p
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Butterfly and Dragonfly Tours
Estero Llano Grande State Park
Join us on a ranger-led tour for all ages and experience levels through the park noting these beautiful insects, some found nowhere else but in South Texas. This tour is for YOU!
Mar
22
1:30p
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Wilderness Survival Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to learn about the plants and other resources native people used in our area!
Mar
22
2:00p
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Bison Grocery Store
Caprock Canyons State Park & Trailway
Learn about how the Southern Plains Bison were a source of sustenance for the Indigenous people.
Mar
22
2:00p
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Mar
22
2:00p
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Mar
22
2:00p
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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
22
2:00p
End Date
Fort Davis Tales
Davis Mountains State Park
Come hear stories about the colorful characters and events which shaped the development of the coolest town in Texas (and highest county seat).
Mar
22
3:00p
End Date
Painting Landscapes in Watercolor
Garner State Park
Sit on the rocks at the end of the dam and paint some of the most beautiful views in the Hill Country.
Mar
22
6:00p
End Date
Campfire Legends
Lake Bob Sandlin State Park
Gather around the campfire as we discuss the stories that belong to our park.
Mar
22
6:30p
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Dinosaur Valley State Park | Two Night Event | Texas Outdoor Family | DFW Area (SOLD OUT)
Dinosaur Valley State Park
Join us for a fun-filled weekend and discover the joys of camping in your Texas State Parks.
Mar
22
7:00p
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Mar
22
7:15p
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Nocturnal Hike
Lake Somerville State Park - Nails Creek Unit
Join us for a guided nocturnal hike to improve night vision and spot and observe nocturnal wildlife.
Mar
22
7:15p
End Date
Explore the Night Hike
Blanco State Park
Learn about the adaptations of animals that roam the night and take a leisurely guided hike of about one mile with a Ranger.
Mar
22
7:30p
End Date
*Registration CLOSED* Moonlight Summit Hike
Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
Registration is required. Spaces are limited. Join us for a Ranger-led tour to experience the Summit Trail by moonlight.
Mar
22
7:45p
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Mar
22
8:00p
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Mothing: The Wonderful World of Moths
Bonham State Park
Are you curious about what kind of moths are in the park? Let's find out!!
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
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
Birdwatching for Beginners
Lake Bob Sandlin State Park
Join us to learn the skills and tools to watch birds!
Mar
23
8:30a
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Mar
23
8:30a
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World Birding Center Birding Tours
Estero Llano Grande State Park
All ages and skill-levels are welcome on this two-hour tour of the park, finding as many species of birds as possible, especially the 30 that are termed Valley Specialties, followed by an optional birding presentation on Sundays.
Mar
23
8:30a
End Date
Bentsen Birds
Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley State Park
Join us for a guided walk showcasing special resident birds such as the Plain Chachalaca, Great Kiskadee, Green Jay and Altamira Oriole.
Mar
23
8:30a
End Date
Cowboy Coffee
Inks Lake State Park
Join a park volunteer for a hot, fresh cup of coffee made the old-fashioned way!
Mar
23
9:00a
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Saturday Morning Check-In (Online)
Lake Casa Blanca International State Park
Join a ranger on Facebook Live for Lake Casa Blanca State Park updates, Q&A, and other fun information.
Mar
23
9:00a
End Date
Hiking With Homeless Dogs
Abilene State Park
Take these lovable canines for a walk on the wild side! Maybe you’ll find a new family member on this adventure too.
Mar
23
9:00a
End Date
Saturday Honey Creek Guided Walk
Honey Creek State Natural Area
Experience the natural and cultural history of Honey Creek!
Mar
23
9:00a
End Date
Bird Walk 101
Palmetto State Park
Join us on this guided hike to learn about the birds that call Palmetto SP home.
Mar
23
9:00a
End Date
Bait and Bay Fishing
Galveston Island State Park
Learn some tips and tricks for fishing in Galveston Bay.
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
9:00a
End Date
Birding For Beginners
Davis Mountains State Park
Learn the basics of birding, then apply your skills on a short walk.
Mar
23
9:00a
End Date
Ranger Led Trail Hike
Sheldon Lake State Park & Environmental Learning Center
Enjoy a leisurely interpretive hike around Sheldon Lake State Park!
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
Birding Basics
Caprock Canyons State Park & Trailway
Learn the basics of birding and put our birding skills into action!
Mar
23
10:00a
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Dutch Oven Cooking
Ray Roberts Lake State Park - Isle Du Bois Unit
Have you ever eaten food made in a Dutch Oven? Now is the time!
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
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Master Naturalist Guided Hike
Buescher State Park
Hit the trails with a Lost Pines Master Naturalist on a fun guided hike!
Mar
23
10:00a
End Date
Hidden Treasures Scavenger Hunt
Pedernales Falls State Park
Join millions of others in the largest game of scavenger hunt!
Mar
23
10:00a
End Date
Bug-Eat-Bug Hike
Lockhart State Park
Explore the world of tiny predators and tiny prey; how they see and how they slay.
Mar
23
10:00a
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Mar
23
10:00a
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Doeppenschmidt-Weidner Ranch Tour
Honey Creek State Natural Area
Join the Friends of Guadalupe River SP/Honey Creek SNA for a rare tour of the Doeppenschmidt-Weidner Ranch.
Mar
23
10:00a
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Catfish Point Trail Guided Hike
Lake Corpus Christi State Park
Get outside and enjoy some time on the trail!
Mar
23
10:00a
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Track Talk
Dinosaur Valley State Park
Gather round and hear the 113-million-year-old story of our dinosaur tracks!
Mar
23
10:00a
End Date
All About Us!
Brazos Bend State Park
Join us to experience the park, like it's your first time, on our Creekfield Lake Trail.
Mar
23
10:00a
End Date
Bay Exploration
Galveston Island State Park
Explore the marsh and bay ecosystems, on land and below the surface.
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
Nature Hike
Lake Bob Sandlin State Park
Join us on a guided hike to learn about many of the park's plants and animals.
Mar
23
10:00a
End Date
Nature Walk
Lost Maples State Natural Area
Join a ranger on a relaxing walk to the Ponds to discover what plants and animals we can find.
Mar
23
10:00a
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Hike with a Ranger
Davis Mountains State Park
Join Ranger Charlie on this moderate-level hike up to the Keesey Canyon Overlook and learn the lowdown on the park.
Mar
23
10:00a
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Mar
23
10:00a
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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
11:00a
End Date
Nature Talks: Eclectic Nature
Stephen F. Austin State Park
Join honorary Ranger Armadillo Jack for a presentation on the diverse nature you may encounter within and outside of Stephen F. Austin State Park.
Mar
23
11:00a
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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
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Eclipse Story and Craft Time
Government Canyon State Natural Area
There's a total solar eclipse coming to San Antonio on April 8! Get ready with a ranger-led storytime and craft.
Mar
23
11:00a
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Wildcraft: Alligators!
Brazos Bend State Park
Join us to learn about alligators through storytime and get creative making crafts!
Mar
23
1:00p
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Mar
23
1:00p
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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
1:00p
End Date
Alligators: From Egg to Apex
Brazos Bend State Park
Join us to hear how the largest predator at Brazos Bend starts at the bottom!
Mar
23
1:00p
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Prehistoric Hunting - The Atlatl
Pedernales Falls State Park
How well can you use ancient technology to survive?
Mar
23
1:00p
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Make and Take: Pinhole Projector
Big Spring State Park
Prepare for the upcoming solar eclipse by making a pinhole projector for safe viewing.
Mar
23
1:00p
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Cowboy Chuckwagon
Bonham State Park
Celebrate Women’s History Month and the pioneers that came to Texas.
Mar
23
1:30p
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Mar
23
1:30p
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Mar
23
1:30p
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Mar
23
2:00p
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Skins, Skulls, Tracks, and SCAT!
Caprock Canyons State Park & Trailway
Get up close with the pelts and skulls of the animals who call Caprock home.
Mar
23
2:00p
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Mar
23
2:00p
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Become a Junior Ranger
Ray Roberts Lake State Park - Isle Du Bois Unit
Does your Kiddo want to be a Ranger when they grow up?
Mar
23
2:00p
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Mar
23
2:00p
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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
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Build-A-Bug
Lake Tawakoni State Park
Join a Ranger at the Swim Beach to learn about and create your own bugs!
Mar
23
2:00p
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Mission History Tour
Goliad State Park & Historic Site
Enjoy a guided history tour of Mission Espiritu Santo as you learn about life in and around the mission during the Spanish Colonial Era.
Mar
23
2:00p
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Mar
23
2:00p
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Kallison Ranch Hike
Government Canyon State Natural Area
Join us on a trip back in time with a short but beautiful hike to the historic Kallison Ranch complex.
Mar
23
2:00p
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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
2:00p
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Founder's Day--Downtown Blanco
Look for Ranger Rena's at Blanco State Park's table at Founders Day on the square in Blanco
Mar
23
2:00p
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Mar
23
2:00p
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Friends Group Painting Fundraiser
Inks Lake State Park
Join FOIL in a fundraiser by painting with a local artist!
Mar
23
2:30p
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Native Plants for Your Garden
Lockhart State Park
Join us to learn the who and why of planting with our local favorites!
Mar
23
3:00p
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Mar
23
3:00p
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Golf for Beginners 3
Lockhart State Park
Join our golf instructor to hone your skills and knowledge of the game! Registration required.
Mar
23
3:00p
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Mar
23
3:00p
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Shipwrecked!
Mustang Island State Park
The beach is a beautiful place to visit but can you survive being stranded?
Mar
23
3:30p
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Geocache 101
Lake Bob Sandlin State Park
Join us for a introduction to the world's biggest scavenger hunt!
Mar
23
4:00p
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Snakes Alive!
Inks Lake State Park
Listen to Ranger Jamie teach about some native snakes, and why we actually want them around the park.
Mar
23
6:00p
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Campfire Chat
Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
Cozy up by the campfire and listen to stories or histories of the park. Topics vary for each program.
Mar
23
7:00p
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Mar
23
7:00p
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Ranger Talk: Night-time Natives, Relocated to Store Porch
Inks Lake State Park
*Relocated to Store Porch! Learn about a special nature or park-related topic.
Mar
23
7:15p
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Nocturnal Hike
Lake Somerville State Park - Birch Creek Unit
Join us for a guided nocturnal hike to improve night vision and spot and observe nocturnal wildlife.
Mar
23
7:30p
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Mar
23
8:00p
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Mar
23
8:00p
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Mar
23
8:00p
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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
8:00a
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Grit and Grace: Women's History Month Hike
Government Canyon State Natural Area
Learn about the trailblazing women who impacted Government Canyon on this 9-mile hike.
Mar
24
8:30a
End Date
World Birding Center Birding Tours
Estero Llano Grande State Park
All ages and skill-levels are welcome on this two-hour tour of the park, finding as many species of birds as possible, especially the 30 that are termed Valley Specialties, followed by an optional birding presentation on Sundays.
Mar
24
8:30a
End Date
Bentsen Birds
Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley State Park
Join us for a guided walk showcasing special resident birds such as the Plain Chachalaca, Great Kiskadee, Green Jay and Altamira Oriole.
Mar
24
9:00a
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The Wonder of Texas' Native Plants
Government Canyon State Natural Area
Take a plant walk to discover the diverse native wildflowers, trees, and shrubs of Bexar County.
Mar
24
9:00a
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Sunday Honey Creek Guided Walk
Honey Creek State Natural Area
Experience the natural and cultural history of Honey Creek!
Mar
24
9:00a
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What Bird Is That?
Lake Whitney State Park
Let's find out as you walk an easy one-mile trail with a master naturalist. Learn to identify birds by sight or sound and hopefully see a bird you have not noticed before. The latest discoveries have been osprey, neotropical cormorants, Red bellied woodpecker., American goldfinch and Egyptian geese.
Mar
24
9:00a
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Prairie Adventure Hike
Galveston Island State Park
Join a prairie expert for an adventure through the remaining 1% of coastal prairie habitat.
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
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Mar
24
10:00a
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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
Skins, Skulls, Scales and Scat
Pedernales Falls State Park
What can we learn about wildlife from what they leave behind?
Mar
24
10:00a
End Date
All About Us!
Brazos Bend State Park
Join us to experience the park, like it's your first time, on our Creekfield Lake Trail.
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
Backyard Bass!
Sheldon Lake State Park & Environmental Learning Center
Bring out your friends and family for a land lover's spin on fishing!
Mar
24
11:00a
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Beach Walk
Galveston Island State Park
The Gulf of Mexico is our destination. What exciting things will we see along the way?
Mar
24
11:00a
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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
12:00p
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Mar
24
1:00p
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Mar
24
1:30p
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Nature Scavenger Hunt
Lake Somerville State Park - Nails Creek Unit
Join us for a fun-filled adventure as we explore the wonders of nature through an exciting scavenger hunt.
Mar
24
2:00p
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Mar
24
2:00p
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Guided Nature Hike
Lake Casa Blanca International State Park
Join a ranger on a guided hike on one of our trails where we will learn about animals, plants and everything in-between.
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
24
2:00p
End Date
The Bows that Shaped Texas
Brazos Bend State Park
Come learn about how one nation changed Texan culture and history forever!
Mar
24
2:00p
End Date
Rock Stars of the Davis Mountains
Davis Mountains State Park
Come learn about the eruptive origin of our amazing geology.
Mar
24
3:00p
End Date
Eclipse Basics
Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley State Park
What can we expect in the valley during the upcoming solar eclipse? Find out what the fuss is about and what we can expect here in the RGV.
Mar
24
3:00p
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Mar
24
3:30p
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Caminata Sensorial
Lake Somerville State Park - Birch Creek Unit
Acompáñenos a una caminata de descubrimiento guiada utilizando todos nuestros sentidos y conéctese con el bosque.
Mar
25
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
25
9:00a
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Mar
25
2:00p
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First Peoples of the Davis Mountains
Davis Mountains State Park
Come hear about the various cultures that have inhabited the Davis Mountains long before the arrival of Fort Davis.
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
8:30a
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Mar
27
8:30a
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World Birding Center Birding Tours
Estero Llano Grande State Park
All ages and skill-levels are welcome on this two-hour tour of the park, finding as many species of birds as possible, especially the 30 that are termed Valley Specialties, followed by an optional birding presentation on Sundays.
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
27
2:00p
End Date
Rock Stars of the Davis Mountains
Davis Mountains State Park
Come learn about the eruptive origin of our amazing geology.
Mar
28
8:30a
End Date
Wild Wellness
Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley State Park
Connect with nature through exercise and meditation.
Mar
28
8:30a
End Date
Mar
28
9:00a
End Date
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
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
10:00a
End Date
Hike with a Homeless Dog
Davis Mountains State Park
Help a homeless dog have a great time on the trail!
Mar
28
1:00p
End Date
Davis Mountains 101
Davis Mountains State Park
Take an introductory deep dive into the Davis Mountains on this easy walk 'n' talk.
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
28
2:00p
End Date
First Peoples of the Davis Mountains
Davis Mountains State Park
Come hear about the various cultures that have inhabited the Davis Mountains long before the arrival of Fort Davis.
Mar
29
End Date
Mountain View Hike
Daingerfield State Park
Discover the Mountain View Trail on a guided hike with a ranger.
Mar
29
8:30a
End Date
Big Tree Birding
Goose Island State Park
Come along with us to view birds at the Big Tree Natural Area!
Mar
29
9:00a
End Date
Paddling 101
Caddo Lake State Park
Learn the basics of paddling with a ranger and test your new skills on our Saw Mill Pond!
Mar
29
9:00a
End Date
Isle Info Live
Galveston Island State Park
Pop by our live feed for important park updates, get answers to your questions, and more!
Mar
29
9:00a
End Date
Paddling for Beginners
Village Creek State Park
Have you always wanted to kayak but never knew how or didn't have access? Join Ranger Alex for a guided paddling trip for beginners! We will launch at the park, learn some paddling basics and explore some of the wonders of Village Creek.
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
Desert Skills Hike
Davis Mountains State Park
Sharpen your survival skills on this easy, two-hour walk 'n' talk, as you encounter survival scenarios common in the Davis Mountains.
Mar
29
10:00a
End Date
CANCELED - Chat About Caprock
Caprock Canyons State Park & Trailway
Join a ranger for a two-mile easy to moderate hike on Canyon Rim to chat about the canyons and wildlife!
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
1:30p
End Date
Butterfly and Dragonfly Tours
Estero Llano Grande State Park
Join us on a ranger-led tour for all ages and experience levels through the park noting these beautiful insects, some found nowhere else but in South Texas. This tour is for YOU!
Mar
29
1:30p
End Date
Wilderness Survival Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to learn about the plants and other resources native people used in our area!
Mar
29
2:00p
End Date
Bison Grocery Store
Caprock Canyons State Park & Trailway
Learn about how the Southern Plains Bison were a source of sustenance for the Indigenous people.
Mar
29
2:00p
End Date
Old Iron in the Woods Hike!
Purtis Creek State Park
Come out to see a piece of Purtis Creek's history!
Mar
29
2:00p
End Date
Mar
29
2:00p
End Date
Fishing on the Bayou
Caddo Lake State Park
Learn to cast a pole and test your fishing luck on the Big Cypress Bayou!
Mar
29
2:00p
End Date
Fort Davis Tales
Davis Mountains State Park
Come hear stories about the colorful characters and events which shaped the development of the coolest town in Texas (and highest county seat).
Mar
29
7:00p
End Date
Nature's Night Show
Palmetto State Park
Explore the park after dark for a different point of view! *3/15 Hike is Canceled*
Mar
29
7:15p
End Date
Nocturnal Hike
Lake Somerville State Park - Birch Creek Unit
Join us for a guided nocturnal hike to improve night vision and spot and observe nocturnal wildlife.
Mar
30
8:00a
End Date
Peak Challenge Hike - Ron Coleman
Franklin Mountains State Park
Test yourself against some of the most difficult hikes in the Franklin Mountains State Park.
Mar
30
8:00a
End Date
Warbler Walk
Government Canyon State Natural Area
Did you know EVERY Golden-cheeked Warbler born on Planet Earth is a Native Texan?? It’s true! Learn about these federally-listed endangered songbirds who come to Government Canyon every Spring to nest, mate and start their families here in the Texas Hill Country.
Mar
30
8:30a
End Date
Birdwatching for Beginners
Lake Bob Sandlin State Park
Join us to learn the skills and tools to watch birds!
Mar
30
8:30a
End Date
Mar
30
8:30a
End Date
Walk in the Park - Agave loop
Franklin Mountains State Park
Celebrate walk in the park day with a nice stroll through the mountains!
Mar
30
8:30a
End Date
World Birding Center Birding Tours
Estero Llano Grande State Park
All ages and skill-levels are welcome on this two-hour tour of the park, finding as many species of birds as possible, especially the 30 that are termed Valley Specialties, followed by an optional birding presentation on Sundays.
Mar
30
8:30a
End Date
Bentsen Birds
Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley State Park
Join us for a guided walk showcasing special resident birds such as the Plain Chachalaca, Great Kiskadee, Green Jay and Altamira Oriole.
Mar
30
9:00a
End Date
Saturday Morning Check-In (Online)
Lake Casa Blanca International State Park
Join a ranger on Facebook Live for Lake Casa Blanca State Park updates, Q&A, and other fun information.
Mar
30
9:00a
End Date
Saturday Honey Creek Guided Walk
Honey Creek State Natural Area
Experience the natural and cultural history of Honey Creek!
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
9:00a
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
Birding For Beginners
Davis Mountains State Park
Learn the basics of birding, then apply your skills on a short walk.
Mar
30
9:30a
End Date
Mar
30
9:30a
End Date
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
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
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
Furs and Skulls
Lake Tawakoni State Park
Drop in at the Swim Beach to see the furs and skulls of some of the park's native animals!
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
Mar
30
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
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
10:00a
End Date
All About Us!
Brazos Bend State Park
Join us to experience the park, like it's your first time, on our Creekfield Lake Trail.
Mar
30
10:00a
End Date
Easter at the Farm
Lyndon B. Johnson State Park & Historic Site
Celebrate Easter at an early 20th-century German-Texan farm.
Mar
30
10:00a
End Date
Mar
30
10:00a
End Date
Nature Hike
Lake Bob Sandlin State Park
Join us on a guided hike to learn about many of the park's plants and animals.
Mar
30
10:00a
End Date
Nature Walk
Lost Maples State Natural Area
Join a ranger on a relaxing walk to the Ponds to discover what plants and animals we can find.
Mar
30
10:00a
End Date
Hike with a Ranger
Davis Mountains State Park
Join Ranger Charlie on this moderate-level hike up to the Keesey Canyon Overlook and learn the lowdown on the park.
Mar
30
10:00a
End Date
Skins and Skulls
Sheldon Lake State Park & Environmental Learning Center
Come and learn about wildlife that calls Sheldon Lake State Park home!
Mar
30
10:00a
End Date
Mar
30
10:30a
End Date
Useful and Edible Plants
Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley State Park
Learn about the plants of deep south Texas and their importance to people & wildlife.
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
Overlook Hike
Dinosaur Valley State Park
Grab your boots and join a ranger for a hike to the best view in the park!
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
12:00p
End Date
Mar
30
1:00p
End Date
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
Spectacular Snakes!
Brazos Bend State Park
Join us for a talk about our slithery friends, the snakes!
Mar
30
1:00p
End Date
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
1:30p
End Date
Mar
30
1:30p
End Date
Mar
30
1:30p
End Date
CCC Trail Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to learn about the Civilian Conservation Corps in our park!
Mar
30
2:00p
End Date
Skins, Skulls, Tracks, and SCAT!
Caprock Canyons State Park & Trailway
Get up close with the pelts and skulls of the animals who call Caprock home.
Mar
30
2:00p
End Date
Settler Women
Ray Roberts Lake State Park - Isle Du Bois Unit
Pioneers and settlers braved the unknown, yet some of the unknown women settlers were the bravest of them all!
Mar
30
2:00p
End Date
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
2:00p
End Date
Mission History Tour
Goliad State Park & Historic Site
Enjoy a guided history tour of Mission Espiritu Santo as you learn about life in and around the mission during the Spanish Colonial Era.
Mar
30
2:00p
End Date
Water Quality Survey and Ecology
Caddo Lake State Park
Join a ranger to test the Big Cypress Bayou water quality and learn the importance of a healthy bayou!
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
Mar
30
2:30p
End Date
Hammocking 101!
Purtis Creek State Park
Do you have a hammock but not sure how to use it? Well, this is the program for you!
Mar
30
2:30p
End Date
Beachfront Treasure Hunt
Sea Rim State Park
Use geocaching to search for hidden treasure at the beach!
Mar
30
3:00p
End Date
Mar
30
3:00p
End Date
Mar
30
3:00p
End Date
Shipwrecked!
Mustang Island State Park
The beach is a beautiful place to visit but can you survive being stranded?
Mar
30
3:30p
End Date
Geocache 101
Lake Bob Sandlin State Park
Join us for a introduction to the world's biggest scavenger hunt!
Mar
30
6:00p
End Date
Campfire Chat
Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
Cozy up by the campfire and listen to stories or histories of the park. Topics vary for each program.
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
Park After Dark
Atlanta State Park
Experience Atlanta State Park at night! Find out who and what all comes out after the sun goes down!
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
7:00p
End Date
Frog and Toad Watch
Lockhart State Park
Join a park ranger as we search for the amphibians that call Lockhart home!
Mar
30
7:15p
End Date
Nocturnal Hike
Lake Somerville State Park - Nails Creek Unit
Join us for a guided nocturnal hike to improve night vision and spot and observe nocturnal wildlife.
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
7:30p
End Date
Mar
30
7:30p
End Date
Storytelling Down In The Hollow
Lake Mineral Wells State Park & Trailway
“Listen to stories, cowboy poetry and folklore in a beautiful setting.”
Mar
30
8:00p
End Date
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
30
8:30p
End Date
Star Party with the Hill Country Astronomers
Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
Join the Hill Country Astronomers for a night of telescope stargazing at a Dark Sky Park.
Mar
31
8:30a
End Date
Last Sunday Hike - Schaeffer Shuffle
Franklin Mountains State Park
Join a park ranger on a guided hike through the Western foothills of the Franklin Mountains.
Mar
31
8:30a
End Date
World Birding Center Birding Tours
Estero Llano Grande State Park
All ages and skill-levels are welcome on this two-hour tour of the park, finding as many species of birds as possible, especially the 30 that are termed Valley Specialties, followed by an optional birding presentation on Sundays.
Mar
31
8:30a
End Date
Bentsen Birds
Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley State Park
Join us for a guided walk showcasing special resident birds such as the Plain Chachalaca, Great Kiskadee, Green Jay and Altamira Oriole.
Mar
31
9:00a
End Date
Hiking Through History
Pedernales Falls State Park
Join us on a hike through time, starting in modern history and hiking down to 300-million-year old fossils!
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
9:15a
End Date
Mar
31
9:30a
End Date
Coffee with a Ranger
Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
Enjoy a cup of hot coffee while you chat with a Park Ranger!
Mar
31
9:30a
End Date
Sunday Guided Hike
Stephen F. Austin State Park
Join our Interpretive Ranger on a hike to learn about our native flora and fauna.
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
10:00a
End Date
Egg Hunt on the Trails!
A rascally rabbit has forgotten how to Leave No Trace when hiking the trails at Village Creek State Park!
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
All About Us!
Brazos Bend State Park
Join us to experience the park, like it's your first time, on our Creekfield Lake Trail.
Mar
31
10:00a
End Date
Arts in the Park
Sheldon Lake State Park & Environmental Learning Center
Come explore your creative side!
Mar
31
11:00a
End Date
Beach Walk
Galveston Island State Park
The Gulf of Mexico is our destination. What exciting things will we see along the way?
Mar
31
1:00p
End Date
Mar
31
1:30p
End Date
Hop into Geocaching Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
Hop in to geocaching this Spring with Rangers Avery and George!
Mar
31
2:00p
End Date
Mar
31
2:00p
End Date
Alligators: From Egg to Apex
Brazos Bend State Park
Join us to hear how the largest predator at Brazos Bend starts at the bottom!
Mar
31
2:00p
End Date
Alligator Egg Hunt
Sheldon Lake State Park & Environmental Learning Center
Bring out your family for some festive fun!
Mar
31
2:00p
End Date
Rock Stars of the Davis Mountains
Davis Mountains State Park
Come learn about the eruptive origin of our amazing geology.
Mar
31
2:00p
End Date
Mar
31
3:00p
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
1
9:00a
End Date
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
8:30a
End Date
Apr
4
9:00a
End Date
Apr
4
9:00a
End Date
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
10:00a
End Date
Hike with a Homeless Dog
Davis Mountains State Park
Help a homeless dog have a great time on the trail!
Apr
4
10:00a
End Date
Reading Ranger - A Few Beautiful Minutes
Eclipse Themed Childrens Story and Pinhole Viewer Craft
Apr
4
12:30p
End Date
Apr
4
3:00p
End Date
Apr
4
9:00p
End Date
Apr
5
8:00a
End Date
Birding Hike
Brazos Bend State Park
Brazos Bend State Park is home to over 300 species of birds making it the perfect place to bird-watch all year round!
Apr
5
8:00a
End Date
Warbler Walk
Government Canyon State Natural Area
Did you know EVERY Golden-cheeked Warbler born on Planet Earth is a Native Texan?? It’s true! Learn about these federally-listed endangered songbirds who come to Government Canyon every Spring to nest, mate and start their families here in the Texas Hill Country.
Apr
5
8:30a
End Date
Big Tree Birding
Goose Island State Park
Come along with us to view birds at the Big Tree Natural Area!
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
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
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
1:30p
End Date
Wilderness Survival Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to learn about the plants and other resources native people used in our area!
Apr
5
2:00p
End Date
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
5
8:00p
End Date
Mini Star Party
Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
Join us for an evening of stargazing at a Dark Sky Park. This event is weather-dependent.
Apr
6
End Date
Safe Solar Viewing
Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
It is possible to look at the sun with the right equipment! Join Park Rangers with a special telescope to safely see our nearest star. Program time TBD.
Apr
6
8:00a
End Date
5K & Kids Fun Run
Abilene State Park
Apr
6
8:00a
End Date
Eclipse Legends, Lore and Science Hike
Government Canyon State Natural Area
Join dedicated volunteers for a special edition of our monthly First Saturday Guided Hike.
Apr
6
8:30a
End Date
Apr
6
8:30a
End Date
Birding for Beginners
Village Creek State Park
Have you ever wanted to find out what it takes to be birder? Join members of the Sabine-Neches Master Naturalists for to learn about one of the fastest growing hobbies in the nation!
Apr
6
9:00a
End Date
Saturday Honey Creek Guided Walk
Honey Creek State Natural Area
Experience the natural and cultural history of Honey Creek!
Apr
6
9:00a
End Date
Dutch Oven Cooking
Daingerfield State Park
Interested in learning to cook in a Dutch oven over a campfire? Daingerfield State Park is the place to be!
Apr
6
9:00a
End Date
Apr
6
9:00a
End Date
Intro to Birding
Sea Rim State Park
Become familiar with the basics of binoculars and learn to recognize a few of Sea Rim's more common birds!
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
9:00a
End Date
Bait and Bay Fishing
Galveston Island State Park
Learn some tips and tricks for fishing in Galveston Bay.
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
10:00a
End Date
Morning Coffee with a Ranger
Bonham State Park
Ask your questions about Bonham State Park and other Texas State Parks.
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
Track Talk
Dinosaur Valley State Park
Gather round and hear the 113-million-year-old story of our dinosaur tracks!
Apr
6
10:00a
End Date
Edible Plants Walk
Lockhart State Park
Join us to explore the wild treats of the woods in this fun hike!
Apr
6
10:00a
End Date
First Saturday Nature Walk
Stephen F. Austin State Park
Enjoy the diverse plants and animals found at our park every first Saturday each month. Join us in A guided Nature Walk that highlights some of the common species of plants and animals representing the three distinct ecosystems present within the park.
Apr
6
10:00a
End Date
Bay Exploration
Galveston Island State Park
Explore the marsh and bay ecosystems, on land and below the surface.
Apr
6
10:00a
End Date
All About Us!
Brazos Bend State Park
Join us to experience the park, like it's your first time, on our Creekfield Lake Trail.
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
10:30a
End Date
Eclipse 101
Lake Tawakoni State Park
Join a Ranger at the Amphitheatre to learn about the different types of solar eclipses!
Apr
6
1:30p
End Date
Apr
6
2:00p
End Date
Apr
6
2:00p
End Date
THE Palo Duro Van Tour
Palo Duro Canyon State Park
Beat the heat with a drive through Palo Duro Canyon from the comfort of our van.
Apr
6
2:00p
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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
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Apr
6
2:00p
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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
3:00p
End Date
Storytime and Craft: Eclipses
Guadalupe River State Park
Join us for storytime and a take-home craft.
Apr
6
7:00p
End Date
Solar Eclipse Stomp
Dinosaur Valley State Park
Join a Ranger on this hike and learn about the Solar Eclipse!
Apr
6
8:00p
End Date
Great American Eclipse: Exploring the Marvels of Total Eclipses
Guadalupe River State Park
Come join Joe Cheban, president of the Cordillera Ranch Nature Club, for a total solar eclipse presentation!
Apr
6
8:00p
End Date
Stars and Sea Beach Walk
Galveston Island State Park
Come and "sea" the beauty of the beach at night!
Apr
6
8:30p
End Date
Star Party!
South Llano River State Park
Come look through a telescope, find constellations, and more!
Apr
6
8:30p
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Apr
7
8:00a
End Date
Birding Hike
Brazos Bend State Park
Brazos Bend State Park is home to over 300 species of birds making it the perfect place to bird-watch all year round!
Apr
7
8:30a
End Date
Women's Hike - West Cottonwood Springs
Franklin Mountains State Park
Come explore the beautiful Chihuahuan Desert with other women, led by a female ranger or volunteer. Learn about best hiking practices and the unique desert ecosystems. This hike is open to women of all experience levels who are excited to spend more quality time outdoors.
Apr
7
9:00a
End Date
Sunday Honey Creek Guided Walk
Honey Creek State Natural Area
Experience the natural and cultural history of Honey Creek!
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
10:00a
End Date
All About Us!
Brazos Bend State Park
Join us to experience the park, like it's your first time, on our Creekfield Lake Trail.
Apr
7
11:00a
End Date
Beach Walk
Galveston Island State Park
The Gulf of Mexico is our destination. What exciting things will we see along the way?
Apr
7
1:30p
End Date
Reading with a Ranger - Total Solar Eclipse - A Stellar Friendship Story
Lake Tawakoni State Park
Join a Ranger at the amphitheater to read Total Solar Eclipse - A Stellar Friendship Story!
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
7
5:30p
End Date
Evening Bird Walk
Galveston Island State Park
Explore the wonderful world of birds without the need for an alarm clock!
Apr
8
End Date
Apr
8
9:00a
End Date
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
9:00a
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Apr
8
12:00p
End Date
Eclipse Watch Party
Ray Roberts Lake State Park - Isle Du Bois Unit
Join Rangers for our Eclipse watch party and celebrate this spectacular event!
Apr
8
12:00p
End Date
Apr
8
12:00p
End Date
"Great American Eclipse" Tabling at the Total Solar Eclipse
Guadalupe River State Park
Join park rangers for information and activities before the celestial show begins!
Apr
8
12:00p
End Date
Partial Eclipse Party
Galveston Island State Park
Experience this amazing celestial event island style!
Apr
8
12:00p
End Date
It's a Solar-bration!
Palmetto State Park
Join us for a rare event of the Total Solar Eclipse, drop in any time between 12am-3pm.
Apr
8
12:30p
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Solar Celebration!
Lockhart State Park
Join us to view the rare solar eclipse happening on Monday, April 8th! We will be giving away FREE eclipse viewing glasses, while supplies last. Drop in any time between 12:30-2:30pm.
Apr
8
12:30p
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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
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Apr
8
12:30p
End Date
Solar Eclipse Viewing
Village Creek State Park
Join a park ranger this April as the skies go dark at mid-day during a Total Eclipse (90% coverage in our area).
Apr
8
1:00p
End Date
Total Solar Eclipse (99.3% Coverage)
Caddo Lake State Park
Come celebrate the solar eclipse with us!
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: Insects
Lockhart State Park
Experience Lockhart State Park as an outdoor classroom in this program for school-age kids! Registration required.
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
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
10:00a
End Date
Homeschool Class: Conservation (Celebrate Earth Day)- FULL
Guadalupe River State Park
Experience Guadalupe River State Park as an outdoor classroom in this program for school-age kids!
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
8:30a
End Date
Apr
11
9:00a
End Date
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
10:00a
End Date
Homeschool Class: Conservation (Celebrate Earth Day)- FULL
Guadalupe River State Park
Experience Guadalupe River State Park as an outdoor classroom in this program for school-age kids!
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
11
10:00a
End Date
Hike with a Homeless Dog
Davis Mountains State Park
Help a homeless dog have a great time on the trail!
Apr
12
8:30a
End Date
Big Tree Birding
Goose Island State Park
Come along with us to view birds at the Big Tree Natural Area!
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
10:00a
End Date
Homeschool Class: Conservation (Celebrate Earth Day)- FULL
Guadalupe River State Park
Experience Guadalupe River State Park as an outdoor classroom in this program for school-age kids!
Apr
12
1:30p
End Date
Wilderness Survival Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to learn about the plants and other resources native people used in our area!
Apr
12
2:00p
End Date
Apr
12
6:30p
End Date
Palmetto State Park | Two Night Event | Texas Outdoor Family | Austin Area (Registration Open)
Palmetto State Park
Join us for a fun-filled weekend and discover the joys of camping in your Texas State Parks.
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
12
6:30p
End Date
Lake Tawakoni State Park | Two Night Event | Texas Outdoor Family | DFW Area (Registration Open)
Lake Tawakoni State Park
Join us for a fun-filled weekend and discover the joys of camping in your Texas State Parks.
Apr
12
7:00p
End Date
Apr
12
7:30p
End Date
Karst: It's All About Water
Government Canyon State Natural Area
Discuss all things karst with Brent Doty, Research Manager for the Edwards Aquifer Authority
Apr
12
8:00p
End Date
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
8:30a
End Date
Apr
13
8:30a
End Date
Rockin' Through Time
Government Canyon State Natural Area
The landscape at Government Canyon is full of clues about the ancient past, if you know how to look.
Apr
13
9:00a
End Date
The Wonder of Texas' Native Plants
Government Canyon State Natural Area
Take a plant walk to discover the diverse native wildflowers, trees, and shrubs of Bexar County.
Apr
13
9:00a
End Date
Saturday Honey Creek Guided Walk
Honey Creek State Natural Area
Experience the natural and cultural history of Honey Creek!
Apr
13
9:00a
End Date
Apr
13
9:00a
End Date
Apr
13
9:00a
End Date
Intro to Birding
Sea Rim State Park
Become familiar with the basics of binoculars and learn to recognize a few of Sea Rim's more common birds!
Apr
13
9:00a
End Date
Prairie Restoration - Volunteer Day
Ray Roberts Lake State Park - Isle Du Bois Unit
Want to get involved to make a difference and do a little manual labor in the great outdoors?
Apr
13
9:00a
End Date
Bait and Bay Fishing
Galveston Island State Park
Learn some tips and tricks for fishing in Galveston Bay.
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
9:30a
End Date
Apr
13
10:00a
End Date
Colors of the Park: Wildflower Hike
Bonham State Park
Take a short hike to explore the park from a different viewpoint.
Apr
13
10:00a
End Date
Bug-Eat-Bug Hike
Lockhart State Park
Explore the world of tiny predators and tiny prey; how they see and how they slay.
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
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
All About Us!
Brazos Bend State Park
Join us to experience the park, like it's your first time, on our Creekfield Lake Trail.
Apr
13
10:00a
End Date
Yoga and Poetry in the Park
Blanco State Park
E.D. Watson, an award-winning writer and certified yoga instructor will lead this workshop for beginners. This workshop will combine beginning-level yoga with beginning poetry writing.
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Apr
13
12:00p
End Date
Is this a Danger Noodle?
Stephen F. Austin State Park
Join Ranger Vinnie for a presentation about venomous and non-venomous snakes in the park.
Apr
13
1:00p
End Date
Community Trail Maintenance Day
Galveston Island State Park
Come hike around with is and make our trails a better place!
Apr
13
1:30p
End Date
CCC Trail Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to learn about the Civilian Conservation Corps in our park!
Apr
13
2:00p
End Date
Apr
13
2:00p
End Date
Wildflower Bingo Walk
Lockhart State Park
Learn how to identify common wildflowers, and play a game of bingo on the trails!
Apr
13
2:00p
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Apr
13
2:00p
End Date
Create a Constellation
Dinosaur Valley State Park
Get creative and write your own story in the stars!
Apr
13
4:30p
End Date
Brazos River Pickers
Brazos Bend State Park
Come and enjoy the Brazos River Pickers as they play live country and bluegrass music from America’s roots.
Apr
13
5:30p
End Date
Evening Bird Walk
Galveston Island State Park
Explore the wonderful world of birds without the need for an alarm clock!
Apr
13
7:45p
End Date
Star Party with the San Antonio Astronomical Association
Guadalupe River State Park
Join us for stargazing and planet watching!
Apr
13
8:00p
End Date
Apr
13
9:00p
End Date
Apr
14
7:30a
End Date
Peak Challenge Hike - North Franklin
Franklin Mountains State Park
Test yourself against some of the most difficult hikes in the Franklin Mountains State Park.
Apr
14
9:00a
End Date
Sunday Honey Creek Guided Walk
Honey Creek State Natural Area
Experience the natural and cultural history of Honey Creek!
Apr
14
9:00a
End Date
Paws and Paths: Exploring the Bauer Unit *Registration Required*
Guadalupe River State Park
Join us for a paws-itively delightful adventure at the Bauer Unit!
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
9:00a
End Date
Wildflower Walk
Government Canyon State Natural Area
Spring is here...what can we find blooming along the trails?
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
10:00a
End Date
All About Us!
Brazos Bend State Park
Join us to experience the park, like it's your first time, on our Creekfield Lake Trail.
Apr
14
10:00a
End Date
Apr
14
10:00a
End Date
Beach Walk
Galveston Island State Park
The Gulf of Mexico is our destination. What exciting things will we see along the way?
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
15
9:00a
End Date
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
16
6:30p
End Date
Chapel Illumination
Goliad State Park & Historic Site
The annual Illumination occurs when the sun lines up perfectly through a window to illuminate the crucifix above the front altar of Mission Espiritu Santo.
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
17
2:00p
End Date
THE Palo Duro Van Tour
Palo Duro Canyon State Park
Beat the heat with a drive through Palo Duro Canyon from the comfort of our van.
Apr
18
8:30a
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Apr
18
9:00a
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Apr
18
9:00a
End Date
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
10:00a
End Date
Hike with a Homeless Dog
Davis Mountains State Park
Help a homeless dog have a great time on the trail!
Apr
18
12:30p
End Date
Apr
19
8:30a
End Date
Big Tree Birding
Goose Island State Park
Come along with us to view birds at the Big Tree Natural Area!
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
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
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
19
1:30p
End Date
Wilderness Survival Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to learn about the plants and other resources native people used in our area!
Apr
19
2:00p
End Date
Apr
19
7:00p
End Date
Apr
20
8:00a
End Date
Greenfest on the Greenbelt
Ray Roberts Lake State Park - Isle Du Bois Unit
Come celebrate spring and a day of fun in the sun at Greenfest on the Greenbelt, presented by the Greenbelt Alliance of Denton County!
Apr
20
8:00a
End Date
Warbler Walk
Government Canyon State Natural Area
Did you know EVERY Golden-cheeked Warbler born on Planet Earth is a Native Texan?? It’s true! Learn about these federally-listed endangered songbirds who come to Government Canyon every Spring to nest, mate and start their families here in the Texas Hill Country.
Apr
20
8:30a
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Apr
20
8:30a
End Date
Bird Walk
Lockhart State Park
How many birds can we find and identify around Lockhart State Park? Take a walk with a ranger to find out! All ages and experience levels welcome.
Apr
20
9:00a
End Date
Saturday Honey Creek Guided Walk
Honey Creek State Natural Area
Experience the natural and cultural history of Honey Creek!
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
9:00a
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Apr
20
9:00a
End Date
"Big Sit!" at the Woodland Blind
Guadalupe River State Park
How many birds can YOU spot from within a 50-foot circle? Join us and find out!
Apr
20
9:00a
End Date
Bait and Bay Fishing
Galveston Island State Park
Learn some tips and tricks for fishing in Galveston Bay.
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
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
Gifts from the Trees Hike
Lockhart State Park
Discover the secrets of your backyard trees in this fun walk!
Apr
20
10:00a
End Date
Apr
20
10:00a
End Date
Edible and Medicinal Plants Walk
Stephen F. Austin State Park
Join us on Earth Day weekend to explore the wild treats of the woods in this fun hike!
Apr
20
10:00a
End Date
🦋 Spring Wing Ding 🦋
Dinosaur Valley State Park
Join us as we celebrate everything migratory and winged! 🦋
Apr
20
10:00a
End Date
Dutch Oven Cooking
Ray Roberts Lake State Park - Isle Du Bois Unit
Join Members of the Lone Star Dutch Oven Society to learn about the skills and techniques of Dutch oven cooking.
Apr
20
10:00a
End Date
All About Us!
Brazos Bend State Park
Join us to experience the park, like it's your first time, on our Creekfield Lake Trail.
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
1:30p
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Apr
20
2:00p
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Apr
20
2:00p
End Date
Bay Exploration
Galveston Island State Park
Explore the marsh and bay ecosystems, on land and below the surface.
Apr
20
3:30p
End Date
Track Talk
Dinosaur Valley State Park
Gather round and hear the 113-million-year-old story of our dinosaur tracks!
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
8:30a
End Date
Lantern-lit Mine Tour
Franklin Mountains State Park
Step back in time and explore the copper prospecting mine by lantern light.
Apr
21
9:00a
End Date
Sunday Honey Creek Guided Walk
Honey Creek State Natural Area
Experience the natural and cultural history of Honey Creek!
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
10:00a
End Date
All About Us!
Brazos Bend State Park
Join us to experience the park, like it's your first time, on our Creekfield Lake Trail.
Apr
21
11:00a
End Date
Prospect Mine Tour
Franklin Mountains State Park
Join us for a hike out to the copper prospecting mines.
Apr
21
11:00a
End Date
Beach Walk
Galveston Island State Park
The Gulf of Mexico is our destination. What exciting things will we see along the way?
Apr
21
1:00p
End Date
Kallison Ranch Hike
Government Canyon State Natural Area
Join us on a trip back in time with a short but beautiful hike to the historic Kallison Ranch complex.
Apr
21
2:00p
End Date
Prospect Mine Tour
Franklin Mountains State Park
Join us for a hike out to the copper prospecting mines.
Apr
21
2:00p
End Date
Create a Constellation
Dinosaur Valley State Park
Get creative and write your own story in the stars!
Apr
21
5:30p
End Date
Evening Bird Walk
Galveston Island State Park
Explore the wonderful world of birds without the need for an alarm clock!
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
22
9:00a
End Date
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
24
10:00a
End Date
Apr
25
8:30a
End Date
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
10:00a
End Date
Hike with a Homeless Dog
Davis Mountains State Park
Help a homeless dog have a great time on the trail!
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
8:30a
End Date
Big Tree Birding
Goose Island State Park
Come along with us to view birds at the Big Tree Natural Area!
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
26
1:30p
End Date
Wilderness Survival Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to learn about the plants and other resources native people used in our area!
Apr
26
2:00p
End Date
Apr
26
6:00p
End Date
Twilight Hike
Franklin Mountains State Park
Join the Franklin Mountains Rangers for an evening hike to explore the night life at Franklin Mountains State Park.
Apr
26
7:30p
End Date
Sounds of the Night
Government Canyon State Natural Area
Sssshhhh...did you hear that? What was that noise?
Apr
26
8:00p
End Date
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
8:30a
End Date
iNaturalists' Hike in the Frontcountry
Government Canyon State Natural Area
You can contribute to science this weekend and help San Antonio compete in the City Nature Challenge!
Apr
27
8:30a
End Date
Apr
27
9:00a
End Date
Saturday Honey Creek Guided Walk
Honey Creek State Natural Area
Experience the natural and cultural history of Honey Creek!
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
9:00a
End Date
City Nature Challenge Mini-Bioblitz
Government Canyon State Natural Area
Help us contribute to the San Antonio effort to document as many species of living things as possible during the City Nature Challenge this weekend!
Apr
27
9:00a
End Date
Intro to Birding
Sea Rim State Park
Become familiar with the basics of binoculars and learn to recognize a few of Sea Rim's more common birds!
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
9:30a
End Date
Apr
27
10:00a
End Date
Caddo Adventure Day
Caddo Lake State Park
Choose your adventure at our 1st annual Caddo Adventure Day! Fish, paddle, hike, paint, explore, learn, and more all inside our beautiful park!
Apr
27
10:00a
End Date
Apr
27
10:00a
End Date
Beginner’s Disc Golf Clinic
Lockhart State Park
If you’ve ever wanted to learn how to play disc golf, this class is for you!
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
10:00a
End Date
Fossils of North Texas
Bonham State Park
Fossils? Here? You bet! Join us for a talk about fossils in North Texas.
Apr
27
10:00a
End Date
Apr
27
10:00a
End Date
All About Us!
Brazos Bend State Park
Join us to experience the park, like it's your first time, on our Creekfield Lake Trail.
Apr
27
10:00a
End Date
2nd Annual Fun For All
Inks Lake State Park
Join us for a fun filled and all-inclusive day with a variety of programs modified for accessibility needs.
Apr
27
11:00a
End Date
Apr
27
12:00p
End Date
Is this a Danger Noodle?
Stephen F. Austin State Park
Join Ranger Vinnie for a presentation about venomous and non-venomous snakes in the park.
Apr
27
1:30p
End Date
CCC Trail Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to learn about the Civilian Conservation Corps in our park!
Apr
27
2:00p
End Date
Apr
27
2:00p
End Date
Apr
27
2:00p
End Date
THE Palo Duro Van Tour
Palo Duro Canyon State Park
Beat the heat with a drive through Palo Duro Canyon from the comfort of our van.
Apr
27
2:00p
End Date
Apr
27
5:30p
End Date
Evening Bird Walk
Galveston Island State Park
Explore the wonderful world of birds without the need for an alarm clock!
Apr
28
9:00a
End Date
The Wonder of Texas' Native Plants
Government Canyon State Natural Area
Take a plant walk to discover the diverse native wildflowers, trees, and shrubs of Bexar County.
Apr
28
9:00a
End Date
Sunday Honey Creek Guided Walk
Honey Creek State Natural Area
Experience the natural and cultural history of Honey Creek!
Apr
28
9:00a
End Date
Last Sunday Hike - Nature Walk
Franklin Mountains State Park
Join a park ranger on a guided hike through the Western foothills of the Franklin Mountains.
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
10:00a
End Date
Apr
28
10:00a
End Date
All About Us!
Brazos Bend State Park
Join us to experience the park, like it's your first time, on our Creekfield Lake Trail.
Apr
28
12:00p
End Date
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
2
10:00a
End Date
Hike with a Homeless Dog
Davis Mountains State Park
Help a homeless dog have a great time on the trail!
May
3
8:00a
End Date
Birding Hike
Brazos Bend State Park
Brazos Bend State Park is home to over 300 species of birds making it the perfect place to bird-watch all year round!
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
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
1:30p
End Date
Wilderness Survival Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to learn about the plants and other resources native people used in our area!
May
3
2:00p
End Date
May
3
6:30p
End Date
Inks Lake State Park | Two Night Event | Texas Outdoor Family | Austin Area (Registration Open)
Inks Lake State Park
Join us for a fun-filled weekend and discover the joys of camping in your Texas State Parks.
May
4
8:00a
End Date
May the Forest Be With You
Government Canyon State Natural Area
Join dedicated volunteers for a special holiday edition of our regular First Saturday Hike at Government Canyon SNA.
May
4
9:00a
End Date
Dutch Oven Cooking
Daingerfield State Park
Interested in learning to cook in a Dutch oven over a campfire? Daingerfield State Park is the place to be!
May
4
9:00a
End Date
May
4
9:00a
End Date
Take a Homeless Dog on a Walk! (RESCHEDULED TO MAY 4TH)
Cleburne State Park
Homeless dogs need socializing and exercise too! Come join us and the Cleburne Animal Shelter to give these dogs a great day!
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
9:00a
End Date
Bait and Bay Fishing
Galveston Island State Park
Learn some tips and tricks for fishing in Galveston Bay.
May
4
9:30a
End Date
Purtis Creek State Park | One Night Event | Texas Outdoor Family | DFW Area (Registration Open)
Purtis Creek State Park
Join us for a fun-filled weekend and discover the joys of camping in your Texas State Parks.
May
4
10:00a
End Date
Kayaking 101
Blanco State Park
Learn the basics of kayaking. All equipment provided.- Pre-registration required
May
4
10:00a
End Date
Morning Coffee with a Ranger
Bonham State Park
Ask your questions about Bonham State Park and other Texas State Parks.
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
Bug-Eat-Bug Hike
Lockhart State Park
Explore the world of tiny predators and tiny prey; how they see and how they slay.
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
4
10:00a
End Date
First Saturday Nature Walk
Stephen F. Austin State Park
Enjoy the diverse plants and animals found at our park every first Saturday each month. Join us in A guided Nature Walk that highlights some of the common species of plants and animals representing the three distinct ecosystems present within the park.
May
4
10:00a
End Date
All About Us!
Brazos Bend State Park
Join us to experience the park, like it's your first time, on our Creekfield Lake Trail.
May
4
10:00a
End Date
May
4
1:30p
End Date
May
4
2:00p
End Date
May
4
6:30p
End Date
Music in the Park - The Dirt Storm Drifters
Caprock Canyons State Park & Trailway
No matter your taste in music, you're sure to find something you like with this band.
May
4
9:00p
End Date
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
5
10:00a
End Date
All About Us!
Brazos Bend State Park
Join us to experience the park, like it's your first time, on our Creekfield Lake Trail.
May
6
9:00a
End Date
May
9
9:00a
End Date
May
9
10:00a
End Date
Hike with a Homeless Dog
Davis Mountains State Park
Help a homeless dog have a great time on the trail!
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
10
1:30p
End Date
Wilderness Survival Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to learn about the plants and other resources native people used in our area!
May
10
2:00p
End Date
May
10
8:00p
End Date
May
11
9:00a
End Date
The Wonder of Texas' Native Plants
Government Canyon State Natural Area
Take a plant walk to discover the diverse native wildflowers, trees, and shrubs of Bexar County.
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
9:00a
End Date
May
11
9:00a
End Date
Nature Journaling
Government Canyon State Natural Area
Slow down and deepen your experience of the natural world with mindful observations.
May
11
9:00a
End Date
Intro to Birding
Sea Rim State Park
Become familiar with the basics of binoculars and learn to recognize a few of Sea Rim's more common birds!
May
11
9:00a
End Date
Bait and Bay Fishing
Galveston Island State Park
Learn some tips and tricks for fishing in Galveston Bay.
May
11
9:30a
End Date
May
11
10:00a
End Date
Kayaking 101
Blanco State Park
Learn the basics of kayaking. All equipment provided.- Pre-registration required
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
10:00a
End Date
May
11
10:00a
End Date
All About Us!
Brazos Bend State Park
Join us to experience the park, like it's your first time, on our Creekfield Lake Trail.
May
11
12:00p
End Date
Is this a Danger Noodle?
Stephen F. Austin State Park
Join Ranger Vinnie for a presentation about venomous and non-venomous snakes in the park.
May
11
1:30p
End Date
CCC Trail Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to learn about the Civilian Conservation Corps in our park!
May
11
2:00p
End Date
May
11
7:45p
End Date
Star Party with the San Antonio Astronomical Association
Guadalupe River State Park
Join us for stargazing and planet watching!
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
8:30a
End Date
Mother's Day Plant Walk
Government Canyon State Natural Area
Why buy your mom flowers when you can look at beautiful wildflowers together instead?
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
12
10:00a
End Date
All About Us!
Brazos Bend State Park
Join us to experience the park, like it's your first time, on our Creekfield Lake Trail.
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
15
10:00a
End Date
Homeschool Class: Benthic Macroinvertebrate Sampling (River Bugs)- FULL
Guadalupe River State Park
Experience Guadalupe River State Park as an outdoor classroom in this program for school-age kids!
May
16
9:00a
End Date
May
16
10:00a
End Date
Homeschool Class: Benthic Macroinvertebrate Sampling (River Bugs)- FULL
Guadalupe River State Park
Experience Guadalupe River State Park as an outdoor classroom in this program for school-age kids!
May
16
10:00a
End Date
Hike with a Homeless Dog
Davis Mountains State Park
Help a homeless dog have a great time on the trail!
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
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
10:00a
End Date
Homeschool Class: Benthic Macroinvertebrate Sampling (River Bugs)- FULL
Guadalupe River State Park
Experience Guadalupe River State Park as an outdoor classroom in this program for school-age kids!
May
17
1:30p
End Date
Wilderness Survival Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to learn about the plants and other resources native people used in our area!
May
17
2:00p
End Date
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
8:00a
End Date
Birding Hike
Brazos Bend State Park
Brazos Bend State Park is home to over 300 species of birds making it the perfect place to bird-watch all year round!
May
18
9:00a
End Date
Colors of the Canyon
Government Canyon State Natural Area
Create beautiful artwork that captures the colors of a May day at Government Canyon.
May
18
9:00a
End Date
Intro to Birding
Sea Rim State Park
Become familiar with the basics of binoculars and learn to recognize a few of Sea Rim's more common birds!
May
18
9:00a
End Date
Kayak Clean Up - Volunteer Day
Ray Roberts Lake State Park - Isle Du Bois Unit
Have you ever wanted to make a difference and have fun at the same time?
May
18
9:00a
End Date
Forest Bathing
Lockhart State Park
Immerse yourself in nature to de-stress and improve your well-being.
May
18
9:00a
End Date
Bait and Bay Fishing
Galveston Island State Park
Learn some tips and tricks for fishing in Galveston Bay.
May
18
10:00a
End Date
Kayaking 101
Blanco State Park
Learn the basics of kayaking. All equipment provided.- Pre-registration required
May
18
10:00a
End Date
May
18
10:00a
End Date
Scavenger Hunt Hike
Lockhart State Park
Embark on a scavenger adventure - from vultures and insects to a scavenger-themed scavenger hunt - you won’t want to miss this fun hike!
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
10:00a
End Date
All About Us!
Brazos Bend State Park
Join us to experience the park, like it's your first time, on our Creekfield Lake Trail.
May
18
10:00a
End Date
Nature Talks: Check out these trees
Stephen F. Austin State Park
There are many trees in the forest, but what makes them special? Come find out at Stephen F. Austin State Park.
May
18
1:30p
End Date
May
18
2:00p
End Date
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
18
9:00p
End Date
May
19
8:00a
End Date
Birding Hike
Brazos Bend State Park
Brazos Bend State Park is home to over 300 species of birds making it the perfect place to bird-watch all year round!
May
19
9:00a
End Date
Paws and Paths: Exploring the Bauer Unit *Registration Required*
Guadalupe River State Park
Join us for a paws-itively delightful adventure at the Bauer Unit!
May
19
10:00a
End Date
All About Us!
Brazos Bend State Park
Join us to experience the park, like it's your first time, on our Creekfield Lake Trail.
May
20
9:00a
End Date
May
23
9:00a
End Date
May
23
10:00a
End Date
Hike with a Homeless Dog
Davis Mountains State Park
Help a homeless dog have a great time on the trail!
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
24
1:30p
End Date
Wilderness Survival Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to learn about the plants and other resources native people used in our area!
May
24
2:00p
End Date
May
24
7:30p
End Date
Sounds of the Night
Government Canyon State Natural Area
Sssshhhh...did you hear that? What was that noise?
May
24
8:00p
End Date
May
25
9:00a
End Date
Bait and Bay Fishing
Galveston Island State Park
Learn some tips and tricks for fishing in Galveston Bay.
May
25
9:30a
End Date
May
25
10:00a
End Date
Kayaking 101
Blanco State Park
Learn the basics of kayaking. All equipment provided.- Pre-registration required
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
25
10:00a
End Date
Edible Plants Walk
Lockhart State Park
Join us to explore the wild treats of the woods in this fun hike!
May
25
10:00a
End Date
All About Us!
Brazos Bend State Park
Join us to experience the park, like it's your first time, on our Creekfield Lake Trail.
May
25
1:30p
End Date
CCC Trail Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to learn about the Civilian Conservation Corps in our park!
May
25
2:00p
End Date
May
25
8:00p
End Date
Explore the Night Sky
Government Canyon State Natural Area
Join us for an evening of star gazing and planet-watching.
May
26
9:00a
End Date
The Wonder of Texas' Native Plants
Government Canyon State Natural Area
Take a plant walk to discover the diverse native wildflowers, trees, and shrubs of Bexar County.
May
26
10:00a
End Date
All About Us!
Brazos Bend State Park
Join us to experience the park, like it's your first time, on our Creekfield Lake Trail.
May
27
8:00a
End Date
Memorial Day Hike
Government Canyon State Natural Area
Hike with us as we remember those military members who are no longer with us.
May
27
9:00a
End Date
May
30
9:00a
End Date
May
30
10:00a
End Date
Hike with a Homeless Dog
Davis Mountains State Park
Help a homeless dog have a great time on the trail!
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!
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
1:30p
End Date
Wilderness Survival Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to learn about the plants and other resources native people used in our area!
May
31
2:00p
End Date
May
31
6:30p
End Date
Blanco State Park | Two Night Event | Texas Outdoor Family | Austin/San Antonio Area (Registration Open)
Blanco State Park
Join us for a fun-filled weekend and discover the joys of camping in your Texas State Parks.
May
31
6:30p
End Date
Cleburne State Park | Two Night Event | Texas Outdoor Family | Dallas Area (Registration Open)
Cleburne State Park
Join us for a fun-filled weekend and discover the joys of camping in your Texas State Parks.
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
8:00a
End Date
Painted Bunting Walk
Government Canyon State Natural Area
Search for one of the most colorful birds in Texas at Government Canyon.
Jun
1
8:00a
End Date
First Saturday Guided Hike
Government Canyon State Natural Area
Join us for a special National Trails Day edition of our regular First Saturday Hike at Government Canyon SNA.
Jun
1
9:00a
End Date
Dutch Oven Cooking
Daingerfield State Park
Interested in learning to cook in a Dutch oven over a campfire? Daingerfield State Park is the place to be!
Jun
1
9:00a
End Date
Jun
1
9:00a
End Date
Bait and Bay Fishing
Galveston Island State Park
Learn some tips and tricks for fishing in Galveston Bay.
Jun
1
10:00a
End Date
Kayaking 101
Blanco State Park
Learn the basics of kayaking. All equipment provided.- Pre-registration required
Jun
1
10:00a
End Date
Morning Coffee with a Ranger
Bonham State Park
Ask your questions about Bonham State Park and other Texas State Parks.
Jun
1
10:00a
End Date
First Saturday Nature Walk
Stephen F. Austin State Park
Enjoy the diverse plants and animals found at our park every first Saturday each month. Join us in A guided Nature Walk that highlights some of the common species of plants and animals representing the three distinct ecosystems present within the park.
Jun
1
10:00a
End Date
All About Us!
Brazos Bend State Park
Join us to experience the park, like it's your first time, on our Creekfield Lake Trail.
Jun
1
1:30p
End Date
Jun
1
2:00p
End Date
Jun
1
6:30p
End Date
Music in the Park - The Dirt Storm Drifters
Caprock Canyons State Park & Trailway
No matter your taste in music, you're sure to find something you like with this band.
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
2
10:00a
End Date
All About Us!
Brazos Bend State Park
Join us to experience the park, like it's your first time, on our Creekfield Lake Trail.
Jun
3
9:00a
End Date
Jun
6
9:00a
End Date
Jun
6
10:00a
End Date
Hike with a Homeless Dog
Davis Mountains State Park
Help a homeless dog have a great time on the trail!
Jun
7
1:30p
End Date
Wilderness Survival Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to learn about the plants and other resources native people used in our area!
Jun
7
2:00p
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
7
7:00p
End Date
Bat Talk and Walk
Government Canyon State Natural Area
Join our special guests from Bat Conservation International, who will discuss bats and their importance. Following the presentation, we will walk the trails with a handheld bat detector to see which bat species are in the air above us.
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
8
9:00a
End Date
Jun
8
9:00a
End Date
Bait and Bay Fishing
Galveston Island State Park
Learn some tips and tricks for fishing in Galveston Bay.
Jun
8
9:30a
End Date
Jun
8
10:00a
End Date
Kayaking 101
Blanco State Park
Learn the basics of kayaking. All equipment provided.- Pre-registration required
Jun
8
10:00a
End Date
All About Us!
Brazos Bend State Park
Join us to experience the park, like it's your first time, on our Creekfield Lake Trail.
Jun
8
1:30p
End Date
CCC Trail Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to learn about the Civilian Conservation Corps in our park!
Jun
8
2:00p
End Date
Jun
9
10:00a
End Date
All About Us!
Brazos Bend State Park
Join us to experience the park, like it's your first time, on our Creekfield Lake Trail.
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
10
9:00a
End Date
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
13
10:00a
End Date
Hike with a Homeless Dog
Davis Mountains State Park
Help a homeless dog have a great time on the trail!
Jun
14
1:30p
End Date
Wilderness Survival Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to learn about the plants and other resources native people used in our area!
Jun
14
2:00p
End Date
Jun
14
8:00p
End Date
Jun
15
9:00a
End Date
Bait and Bay Fishing
Galveston Island State Park
Learn some tips and tricks for fishing in Galveston Bay.
Jun
15
9:30a
End Date
Adaptation Artistry
Government Canyon State Natural Area
How do spotted fur, big ears, long tails, and other special features help animals survive in a challenging environment?
Jun
15
10:00a
End Date
Kayaking 101
Blanco State Park
Learn the basics of kayaking. All equipment provided.- Pre-registration required
Jun
15
10:00a
End Date
Jun
15
1:30p
End Date
Jun
15
2:00p
End Date
Jun
15
7:45p
End Date
Star Party with the San Antonio Astronomical Association
Guadalupe River State Park
Join us for stargazing and planet watching!
Jun
17
9:00a
End Date
Jun
20
9:00a
End Date
Jun
20
10:00a
End Date
Hike with a Homeless Dog
Davis Mountains State Park
Help a homeless dog have a great time on the trail!
Jun
21
1:30p
End Date
Wilderness Survival Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to learn about the plants and other resources native people used in our area!
Jun
21
2:00p
End Date
Jun
22
8:30a
End Date
Nature Journaling
Government Canyon State Natural Area
Slow down and deepen your experience of the natural world with mindful observations.
Jun
22
9:00a
End Date
Bait and Bay Fishing
Galveston Island State Park
Learn some tips and tricks for fishing in Galveston Bay.
Jun
22
9:30a
End Date
Bastrop State Park | One Night Event | Texas Outdoor Family | Austin/San Antonio Area (Registration Open)
Bastrop State Park
Join us for a fun-filled weekend and discover the joys of camping in your Texas State Parks.
Jun
22
9:30a
End Date
Jun
22
9:30a
End Date
Ray Roberts Lake State Park - Isle Du Bois | One Night Event | Texas Outdoor Family | DFW Area (Registration Open)
Ray Roberts Lake State Park - Isle Du Bois Unit
Join us for a fun-filled weekend and discover the joys of camping in your Texas State Parks.
Jun
22
10:00a
End Date
Kayaking 101
Blanco State Park
Learn the basics of kayaking. All equipment provided.- Pre-registration required
Jun
22
1:30p
End Date
CCC Trail Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to learn about the Civilian Conservation Corps in our park!
Jun
22
2:00p
End Date
Jun
24
9:00a
End Date
Jun
27
9:00a
End Date
Jun
27
10:00a
End Date
Hike with a Homeless Dog
Davis Mountains State Park
Help a homeless dog have a great time on the trail!
Jun
28
1:30p
End Date
Wilderness Survival Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to learn about the plants and other resources native people used in our area!
Jun
28
2:00p
End Date
Jun
28
8:00p
End Date
Jun
29
9:00a
End Date
Bait and Bay Fishing
Galveston Island State Park
Learn some tips and tricks for fishing in Galveston Bay.
Jun
29
10:00a
End Date
Kayaking 101
Blanco State Park
Learn the basics of kayaking. All equipment provided.- Pre-registration required
Jun
29
1:30p
End Date
Jun
29
2:00p
End Date
Jun
29
8:30p
End Date
Night Crawlers
Government Canyon State Natural Area
Glow-in-the-dark scorpions, mysterious moths, and more...this night walk is just for invertebrate enthusiasts.
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
4
10:00a
End Date
Hike with a Homeless Dog
Davis Mountains State Park
Help a homeless dog have a great time on the trail!
Jul
5
1:30p
End Date
Wilderness Survival Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to learn about the plants and other resources native people used in our area!
Jul
5
2:00p
End Date
Jul
5
8:00p
End Date
S'mores Storytime
Government Canyon State Natural Area
Stop by for an evening storytime and nature show-and-tell, followed by s'mores and a setting sun.
Jul
6
8:00a
End Date
First Saturday Guided Hike
Government Canyon State Natural Area
Join dedicated volunteers for an informative and FUN hike at Government Canyon SNA.
Jul
6
9:00a
End Date
Dutch Oven Cooking
Daingerfield State Park
Interested in learning to cook in a Dutch oven over a campfire? Daingerfield State Park is the place to be!
Jul
6
9:00a
End Date
Jul
6
9:30a
End Date
Jul
6
10:00a
End Date
Morning Coffee with a Ranger
Bonham State Park
Ask your questions about Bonham State Park and other Texas State Parks.
Jul
6
1:30p
End Date
CCC Trail Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to learn about the Civilian Conservation Corps in our park!
Jul
6
2:00p
End Date
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
11
10:00a
End Date
Hike with a Homeless Dog
Davis Mountains State Park
Help a homeless dog have a great time on the trail!
Jul
12
1:30p
End Date
Wilderness Survival Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to learn about the plants and other resources native people used in our area!
Jul
12
2:00p
End Date
Jul
12
8:00p
End Date
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
13
9:00a
End Date
Jul
13
1:30p
End Date
Jul
13
2:00p
End Date
Jul
13
7:45p
End Date
Star Party with the San Antonio Astronomical Association
Guadalupe River State Park
Join us for stargazing and planet watching!
Jul
18
10:00a
End Date
Hike with a Homeless Dog
Davis Mountains State Park
Help a homeless dog have a great time on the trail!
Jul
19
1:30p
End Date
Wilderness Survival Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to learn about the plants and other resources native people used in our area!
Jul
19
2:00p
End Date
Jul
20
9:30a
End Date
Jul
20
10:00a
End Date
Jul
20
1:30p
End Date
CCC Trail Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to learn about the Civilian Conservation Corps in our park!
Jul
20
2:00p
End Date
Jul
20
8:30p
End Date
Night Crawlers
Government Canyon State Natural Area
Glow-in-the-dark scorpions, mysterious moths, and more...this night walk is just for invertebrate enthusiasts.
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
25
10:00a
End Date
Hike with a Homeless Dog
Davis Mountains State Park
Help a homeless dog have a great time on the trail!
Jul
26
1:30p
End Date
Wilderness Survival Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to learn about the plants and other resources native people used in our area!
Jul
26
2:00p
End Date
Jul
26
8:00p
End Date
Jul
27
9:00a
End Date
Jul
27
1:30p
End Date
Jul
27
2:00p
End Date
August 2024
Aug
1
10:00a
End Date
Hike with a Homeless Dog
Davis Mountains State Park
Help a homeless dog have a great time on the trail!
Aug
2
1:30p
End Date
Wilderness Survival Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to learn about the plants and other resources native people used in our area!
Aug
2
2:00p
End Date
Aug
3
9:00a
End Date
Dutch Oven Cooking
Daingerfield State Park
Interested in learning to cook in a Dutch oven over a campfire? Daingerfield State Park is the place to be!
Aug
3
9:00a
End Date
Aug
3
9:30a
End Date
Aug
3
10:00a
End Date
Morning Coffee with a Ranger
Bonham State Park
Ask your questions about Bonham State Park and other Texas State Parks.
Aug
3
1:30p
End Date
CCC Trail Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to learn about the Civilian Conservation Corps in our park!
Aug
3
2:00p
End Date
Aug
3
7:30p
End Date
Sounds of the Night
Government Canyon State Natural Area
Sssshhhh...did you hear that? What was that noise?
Aug
8
10:00a
End Date
Hike with a Homeless Dog
Davis Mountains State Park
Help a homeless dog have a great time on the trail!
Aug
9
1:30p
End Date
Wilderness Survival Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to learn about the plants and other resources native people used in our area!
Aug
9
2:00p
End Date
Aug
9
8:00p
End Date
Aug
10
9:00a
End Date
Aug
10
1:30p
End Date
Aug
10
2:00p
End Date
Aug
10
7:45p
End Date
Star Party with the San Antonio Astronomical Association
Guadalupe River State Park
Join us for stargazing and planet watching!
Aug
10
8:00p
End Date
S'mores Storytime
Government Canyon State Natural Area
Stop by for an evening storytime and nature show-and-tell, followed by s'mores and a setting sun.
Aug
15
10:00a
End Date
Hike with a Homeless Dog
Davis Mountains State Park
Help a homeless dog have a great time on the trail!
Aug
16
1:30p
End Date
Wilderness Survival Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to learn about the plants and other resources native people used in our area!
Aug
16
2:00p
End Date
Aug
17
End Date
International Geocaching Day
Guadalupe River State Park
Join fellow park visitors in enjoying geocaching!
Aug
17
9:30a
End Date
Aug
17
10:00a
End Date
Aug
17
1:30p
End Date
CCC Trail Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to learn about the Civilian Conservation Corps in our park!
Aug
17
2:00p
End Date
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.
Aug
22
10:00a
End Date
Hike with a Homeless Dog
Davis Mountains State Park
Help a homeless dog have a great time on the trail!
Aug
23
1:30p
End Date
Wilderness Survival Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to learn about the plants and other resources native people used in our area!
Aug
23
2:00p
End Date
Aug
23
8:00p
End Date
Aug
24
1:30p
End Date
Aug
24
2:00p
End Date
Aug
24
6:30p
End Date
Music in the Park - The Dirt Storm Drifters
Caprock Canyons State Park & Trailway
No matter your taste in music, you're sure to find something you like with this band.
Aug
29
10:00a
End Date
Hike with a Homeless Dog
Davis Mountains State Park
Help a homeless dog have a great time on the trail!
Aug
30
1:30p
End Date
Wilderness Survival Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to learn about the plants and other resources native people used in our area!
Aug
30
2:00p
End Date
Aug
31
9:30a
End Date
Aug
31
1:30p
End Date
CCC Trail Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to learn about the Civilian Conservation Corps in our park!
Aug
31
2:00p
End Date
Aug
31
9:00p
End Date
September 2024
Sep
5
10:00a
End Date
Hike with a Homeless Dog
Davis Mountains State Park
Help a homeless dog have a great time on the trail!
Sep
6
8:00a
End Date
Birding Hike
Brazos Bend State Park
Brazos Bend State Park is home to over 300 species of birds making it the perfect place to bird-watch all year round!
Sep
6
1:30p
End Date
Wilderness Survival Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to learn about the plants and other resources native people used in our area!
Sep
6
2:00p
End Date
Sep
6
7:00p
End Date
Prairie in Your Pocket
Government Canyon State Natural Area
Wildlife habitat isn't just in our parks. Your own yard can provide a place of refuge for butterflies, birds, and other wildlife...as well as yourself.
Sep
7
9:00a
End Date
Dutch Oven Cooking
Daingerfield State Park
Interested in learning to cook in a Dutch oven over a campfire? Daingerfield State Park is the place to be!
Sep
7
9:00a
End Date
Sep
7
10:00a
End Date
Morning Coffee with a Ranger
Bonham State Park
Ask your questions about Bonham State Park and other Texas State Parks.
Sep
7
1:30p
End Date
Sep
7
2:00p
End Date
Sep
7
6:30p
End Date
Music in the Park - The Dirt Storm Drifters
Caprock Canyons State Park & Trailway
No matter your taste in music, you're sure to find something you like with this band.
Sep
12
10:00a
End Date
Hike with a Homeless Dog
Davis Mountains State Park
Help a homeless dog have a great time on the trail!
Sep
13
1:30p
End Date
Wilderness Survival Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to learn about the plants and other resources native people used in our area!
Sep
13
2:00p
End Date
Sep
13
8:00p
End Date
Sep
14
9:00a
End Date
Sep
14
9:30a
End Date
Sep
14
1:30p
End Date
CCC Trail Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to learn about the Civilian Conservation Corps in our park!
Sep
14
2:00p
End Date
Sep
19
10:00a
End Date
Hike with a Homeless Dog
Davis Mountains State Park
Help a homeless dog have a great time on the trail!
Sep
20
1:30p
End Date
Wilderness Survival Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to learn about the plants and other resources native people used in our area!
Sep
20
2:00p
End Date
Sep
21
9:00a
End Date
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
21
10:00a
End Date
Sep
21
1:30p
End Date
Sep
21
2:00p
End Date
Sep
26
10:00a
End Date
Hike with a Homeless Dog
Davis Mountains State Park
Help a homeless dog have a great time on the trail!
Sep
27
1:30p
End Date
Wilderness Survival Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to learn about the plants and other resources native people used in our area!
Sep
27
2:00p
End Date
Sep
27
8:00p
End Date
Sep
28
8:00a
End Date
Birding Hike
Brazos Bend State Park
Brazos Bend State Park is home to over 300 species of birds making it the perfect place to bird-watch all year round!
Sep
28
9:00a
End Date
Birding for Beginners
Government Canyon State Natural Area
Was that a kinglet, or a kingbird? Learn how you can add birding to your outdoor skills set.
Sep
28
9:30a
End Date
Sep
28
1:30p
End Date
CCC Trail Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to learn about the Civilian Conservation Corps in our park!
Sep
28
2:00p
End Date
Sep
28
8:00p
End Date
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.
Sep
29
8:00a
End Date
Birding Hike
Brazos Bend State Park
Brazos Bend State Park is home to over 300 species of birds making it the perfect place to bird-watch all year round!
October 2024
Oct
4
8:00a
End Date
Birding Hike
Brazos Bend State Park
Brazos Bend State Park is home to over 300 species of birds making it the perfect place to bird-watch all year round!
Oct
4
1:30p
End Date
Wilderness Survival Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to learn about the plants and other resources native people used in our area!
Oct
4
2:00p
End Date
Oct
5
7:00a
End Date
Lake Abilene Trail Run
Abilene State Park
Run the trails around Lake Abilene with Friends of Abilene State Park!
Oct
5
8:30a
End Date
Nature Journaling
Government Canyon State Natural Area
Slow down and deepen your experience of the natural world with mindful observations.
Oct
5
9:00a
End Date
Dutch Oven Cooking
Daingerfield State Park
Interested in learning to cook in a Dutch oven over a campfire? Daingerfield State Park is the place to be!
Oct
5
9:00a
End Date
Oct
5
10:00a
End Date
Morning Coffee with a Ranger
Bonham State Park
Ask your questions about Bonham State Park and other Texas State Parks.
Oct
5
1:30p
End Date
Oct
5
2:00p
End Date
Oct
5
6:30p
End Date
Music in the Park - The Dirt Storm Drifters
Caprock Canyons State Park & Trailway
No matter your taste in music, you're sure to find something you like with this band.
Oct
6
8:00a
End Date
Birding Hike
Brazos Bend State Park
Brazos Bend State Park is home to over 300 species of birds making it the perfect place to bird-watch all year round!
Oct
11
1:30p
End Date
Wilderness Survival Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to learn about the plants and other resources native people used in our area!
Oct
11
2:00p
End Date
Oct
11
8:00p
End Date
Oct
12
9:00a
End Date
Oct
12
1:30p
End Date
CCC Trail Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to learn about the Civilian Conservation Corps in our park!
Oct
12
2:00p
End Date
Oct
18
1:30p
End Date
Wilderness Survival Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to learn about the plants and other resources native people used in our area!
Oct
18
2:00p
End Date
Oct
19
10:00a
End Date
Oct
19
10:00a
End Date
Oct
19
1:30p
End Date
Oct
19
2:00p
End Date
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
25
1:30p
End Date
Wilderness Survival Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to learn about the plants and other resources native people used in our area!
Oct
25
2:00p
End Date
Oct
25
8:00p
End Date
Oct
26
1:30p
End Date
CCC Trail Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to learn about the Civilian Conservation Corps in our park!
Oct
26
2:00p
End Date
Oct
26
6:00p
End Date
Oct
26
8:00p
End Date
November 2024
Nov
1
8:00a
End Date
Birding Hike
Brazos Bend State Park
Brazos Bend State Park is home to over 300 species of birds making it the perfect place to bird-watch all year round!
Nov
1
1:30p
End Date
Wilderness Survival Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to learn about the plants and other resources native people used in our area!
Nov
1
2:00p
End Date
Nov
2
9:00a
End Date
Dutch Oven Cooking
Daingerfield State Park
Interested in learning to cook in a Dutch oven over a campfire? Daingerfield State Park is the place to be!
Nov
2
9:00a
End Date
Nov
2
10:00a
End Date
Morning Coffee with a Ranger
Bonham State Park
Ask your questions about Bonham State Park and other Texas State Parks.
Nov
2
1:30p
End Date
Nov
2
2:00p
End Date
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.
Nov
3
8:00a
End Date
Birding Hike
Brazos Bend State Park
Brazos Bend State Park is home to over 300 species of birds making it the perfect place to bird-watch all year round!
Nov
8
1:30p
End Date
Wilderness Survival Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to learn about the plants and other resources native people used in our area!
Nov
8
2:00p
End Date
Nov
8
7:00p
End Date
Nov
9
10:00a
End Date
Frontier Day
Abilene State Park
Immerse yourself in the wild history of the Texas frontier for a day.
Nov
9
1:30p
End Date
CCC Trail Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to learn about the Civilian Conservation Corps in our park!
Nov
9
2:00p
End Date
Nov
15
1:30p
End Date
Wilderness Survival Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to learn about the plants and other resources native people used in our area!
Nov
15
2:00p
End Date
Nov
16
10:00a
End Date
Nov
16
1:30p
End Date
Nov
16
2:00p
End Date
Nov
22
1:30p
End Date
Wilderness Survival Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to learn about the plants and other resources native people used in our area!
Nov
22
2:00p
End Date
Nov
22
7:00p
End Date
Nov
22
8:00p
End Date
Public Hunt- Youth Deer
Guadalupe River State Park
Guadalupe River State Park (including the Bauer Unit) will be closed starting at 8pm on Friday, November 22, 2024 and will reopen 12pm on Tuesday, November 26, 2024.
Nov
22
8:00p
End Date
Nov
23
End Date
Star Party with Hill Country Astronomers & UT ASA
Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
Join the Hill Country Astronomers and University of Texas' Astronomy Students Association for a night of telescope stargazing at a Dark Sky Park.
Nov
23
1:30p
End Date
CCC Trail Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to learn about the Civilian Conservation Corps in our park!
Nov
23
2:00p
End Date
Nov
23
8:00p
End Date
Nov
29
1:30p
End Date
Wilderness Survival Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to learn about the plants and other resources native people used in our area!
Nov
29
2:00p
End Date
Nov
30
1:30p
End Date
Nov
30
2:00p
End Date
December 2024
Dec
6
8:00a
End Date
Birding Hike
Brazos Bend State Park
Brazos Bend State Park is home to over 300 species of birds making it the perfect place to bird-watch all year round!
Dec
6
1:30p
End Date
Wilderness Survival Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to learn about the plants and other resources native people used in our area!
Dec
6
2:00p
End Date
Dec
7
9:00a
End Date
Dutch Oven Cooking
Daingerfield State Park
Interested in learning to cook in a Dutch oven over a campfire? Daingerfield State Park is the place to be!
Dec
7
9:00a
End Date
Dec
7
1:30p
End Date
CCC Trail Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to learn about the Civilian Conservation Corps in our park!
Dec
7
2:00p
End Date
Dec
13
1:30p
End Date
Wilderness Survival Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to learn about the plants and other resources native people used in our area!
Dec
13
2:00p
End Date
Dec
14
1:30p
End Date
Dec
14
2:00p
End Date
Dec
14
6:00p
End Date
Dec
20
1:30p
End Date
Wilderness Survival Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
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Dec
21
1:30p
End Date
CCC Trail Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
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Dec
21
8:00p
End Date
Dec
27
1:30p
End Date
Wilderness Survival Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
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Dec
28
9:00a
End Date
Dec
28
1:30p
End Date
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
3
1:30p
End Date
Wilderness Survival Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
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Jan
4
1:30p
End Date
CCC Trail Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
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Jan
10
1:30p
End Date
Wilderness Survival Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
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Jan
11
1:30p
End Date
Jan
13
8:00p
End Date
Public Hunt- Deer
Guadalupe River State Park
Guadalupe River State Park (including the Bauer Unit) will be closed starting at 8pm on Monday, January 13, 2025 and will reopen 12pm on Friday, January 17, 2025.
Jan
17
1:30p
End Date
Wilderness Survival Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
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Jan
18
1:30p
End Date
CCC Trail Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
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Jan
24
1:30p
End Date
Wilderness Survival Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
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Jan
25
8:30a
End Date
Jan
25
1:30p
End Date
Jan
31
1:30p
End Date
Wilderness Survival Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
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February 2025
Feb
1
1:30p
End Date
CCC Trail Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
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Feb
7
1:30p
End Date
Wilderness Survival Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
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Feb
8
1:30p
End Date
Feb
14
1:30p
End Date
Wilderness Survival Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
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Feb
15
1:30p
End Date
CCC Trail Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
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Feb
21
1:30p
End Date
Wilderness Survival Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
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Feb
22
1:30p
End Date
Feb
28
1:30p
End Date
Wilderness Survival Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
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March 2025
Mar
1
1:30p
End Date
CCC Trail Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
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Mar
7
1:30p
End Date
Wilderness Survival Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
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Mar
8
1:30p
End Date
Mar
14
1:30p
End Date
Wilderness Survival Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
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Mar
15
1:30p
End Date
CCC Trail Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
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Mar
21
1:30p
End Date
Wilderness Survival Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
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Mar
22
1:30p
End Date
Mar
28
1:30p
End Date
Wilderness Survival Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
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Mar
29
1:30p
End Date
CCC Trail Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
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April 2025
Apr
4
1:30p
End Date
Wilderness Survival Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
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Apr
5
1:30p
End Date
Apr
11
1:30p
End Date
Wilderness Survival Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
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Apr
12
1:30p
End Date
CCC Trail Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
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Apr
18
1:30p
End Date
Wilderness Survival Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
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Apr
19
1:30p
End Date
Apr
25
1:30p
End Date
Wilderness Survival Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
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Apr
26
1:30p
End Date
CCC Trail Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
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May 2025
May
2
1:30p
End Date
Wilderness Survival Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
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May
3
1:30p
End Date
May
9
1:30p
End Date
Wilderness Survival Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
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May
10
1:30p
End Date
CCC Trail Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
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May
16
1:30p
End Date
Wilderness Survival Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
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May
17
1:30p
End Date
May
23
1:30p
End Date
Wilderness Survival Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
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May
24
1:30p
End Date
CCC Trail Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
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May
30
1:30p
End Date
Wilderness Survival Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
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May
31
1:30p
End Date
June 2025
Jun
6
1:30p
End Date
Wilderness Survival Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
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Jun
7
1:30p
End Date
CCC Trail Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
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Jun
13
1:30p
End Date
Wilderness Survival Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
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Jun
14
1:30p
End Date
Jun
20
1:30p
End Date
Wilderness Survival Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
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Jun
21
1:30p
End Date
CCC Trail Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
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Jun
27
1:30p
End Date
Wilderness Survival Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
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Jun
28
1:30p
End Date
July 2025
Jul
4
1:30p
End Date
Wilderness Survival Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
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Jul
5
1:30p
End Date
CCC Trail Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
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Jul
11
1:30p
End Date
Wilderness Survival Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
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Jul
12
1:30p
End Date
Jul
18
1:30p
End Date
Wilderness Survival Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
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Jul
19
1:30p
End Date
CCC Trail Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
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Jul
25
1:30p
End Date
Wilderness Survival Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
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Jul
26
1:30p
End Date
August 2025
Aug
1
1:30p
End Date
Wilderness Survival Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
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Aug
2
1:30p
End Date
CCC Trail Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
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Aug
8
1:30p
End Date
Wilderness Survival Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
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Aug
9
1:30p
End Date
Aug
15
1:30p
End Date
Wilderness Survival Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
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Aug
16
1:30p
End Date
CCC Trail Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
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Aug
22
1:30p
End Date
Wilderness Survival Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
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Aug
23
1:30p
End Date
Aug
29
1:30p
End Date
Wilderness Survival Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
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Aug
30
1:30p
End Date
CCC Trail Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
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September 2025
Sep
5
1:30p
End Date
Wilderness Survival Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
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Sep
6
1:30p
End Date
Sep
12
1:30p
End Date
Wilderness Survival Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
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Sep
13
1:30p
End Date
CCC Trail Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
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Sep
19
1:30p
End Date
Wilderness Survival Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
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Sep
20
1:30p
End Date
Sep
26
1:30p
End Date
Wilderness Survival Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
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Sep
27
1:30p
End Date
CCC Trail Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
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October 2025
Oct
3
1:30p
End Date
Wilderness Survival Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
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Oct
4
1:30p
End Date
Oct
10
1:30p
End Date
Wilderness Survival Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
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Oct
11
1:30p
End Date
CCC Trail Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
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Oct
17
1:30p
End Date
Wilderness Survival Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
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Oct
18
1:30p
End Date
Oct
24
1:30p
End Date
Wilderness Survival Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
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Oct
25
1:30p
End Date
CCC Trail Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
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Oct
31
1:30p
End Date
Wilderness Survival Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
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November 2025
Nov
1
1:30p
End Date
Nov
7
1:30p
End Date
Wilderness Survival Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
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Nov
8
1:30p
End Date
CCC Trail Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
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Nov
14
1:30p
End Date
Wilderness Survival Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
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Nov
15
1:30p
End Date
Nov
21
1:30p
End Date
Wilderness Survival Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
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Nov
22
1:30p
End Date
CCC Trail Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
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Nov
28
1:30p
End Date
Wilderness Survival Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
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Nov
29
1:30p
End Date
December 2025
Dec
5
1:30p
End Date
Wilderness Survival Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
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Dec
6
1:30p
End Date
CCC Trail Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
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Dec
12
1:30p
End Date
Wilderness Survival Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
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Dec
13
1:30p
End Date
Dec
19
1:30p
End Date
Wilderness Survival Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
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Dec
20
1:30p
End Date
CCC Trail Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
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Dec
26
1:30p
End Date
Wilderness Survival Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
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Dec
27
1:30p
End Date
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
3
1:30p
End Date
CCC Trail Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
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Jan
10
1:30p
End Date
Jan
17
1:30p
End Date
CCC Trail Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
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Jan
24
1:30p
End Date
Jan
31
8:30a
End Date
Jan
31
1:30p
End Date
CCC Trail Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
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February 2026
Feb
7
1:30p
End Date
Feb
21
1:30p
End Date
March 2026
Mar
7
1:30p
End Date
Mar
21
1:30p
End Date
April 2026
Apr
4
1:30p
End Date
Apr
18
1:30p
End Date
May 2026
May
2
1:30p
End Date
May
16
1:30p
End Date
May
30
1:30p
End Date
June 2026
Jun
13
1:30p
End Date
Jun
27
1:30p
End Date
July 2026
Jul
11
1:30p
End Date
Jul
25
1:30p
End Date
August 2026
Aug
8
1:30p
End Date
Aug
22
1:30p
End Date
September 2026
Sep
5
1:30p
End Date
Sep
19
1:30p
End Date
October 2026
Oct
3
1:30p
End Date
Oct
17
1:30p
End Date
Oct
31
1:30p
End Date
November 2026
Nov
14
1:30p
End Date
Nov
28
1:30p
End Date
December 2026
Dec
12
1:30p
End Date
Dec
26
1:30p
End Date
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
9
1:30p
End Date
Jan
23
1:30p
End Date
Jan
30
8:30a
End Date
February 2027
Feb
6
1:30p
End Date
Feb
20
1:30p
End Date
March 2027
Mar
6
1:30p
End Date
Mar
20
1:30p
End Date
April 2027
Apr
3
1:30p
End Date
Apr
17
1:30p
End Date
May 2027
May
1
1:30p
End Date
May
15
1:30p
End Date
May
29
1:30p
End Date
June 2027
Jun
12
1:30p
End Date
Jun
26
1:30p
End Date
July 2027
Jul
10
1:30p
End Date
Jul
24
1:30p
End Date
August 2027
Aug
7
1:30p
End Date
Aug
21
1:30p
End Date
September 2027
Sep
4
1:30p
End Date
Sep
18
1:30p
End Date
October 2027
Oct
2
1:30p
End Date
Oct
16
1:30p
End Date
Oct
30
1:30p
End Date
November 2027
Nov
13
1:30p
End Date
Nov
27
1:30p
End Date
December 2027
Dec
11
1:30p
End Date
Dec
25
1:30p
End Date
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
8
1:30p
End Date
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