All Events
June 2024
Jun
1
10:00a
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Jun
8
10:00a
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Jun
12
End Date
Van-Tastic Rio Grande Roundabout
Seminole Canyon State Park & Historic Site
Participants must be able to get into and out of a Ford Transit van for a short 10-minute hike. Wednesdays through Sundays 2:30pm
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Jun
13
End Date
Van-Tastic Rio Grande Roundabout
Seminole Canyon State Park & Historic Site
Participants must be able to get into and out of a Ford Transit van for a short 10-minute hike. Wednesdays through Sundays 2:30pm
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Jun
14
End Date
Van-Tastic Rio Grande Roundabout
Seminole Canyon State Park & Historic Site
Participants must be able to get into and out of a Ford Transit van for a short 10-minute hike. Wednesdays through Sundays 2:30pm
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Jun
15
End Date
Van-Tastic Rio Grande Roundabout
Seminole Canyon State Park & Historic Site
Participants must be able to get into and out of a Ford Transit van for a short 10-minute hike. Wednesdays through Sundays 2:30pm
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Jun
15
10:00a
End Date
Jun
16
End Date
Van-Tastic Rio Grande Roundabout
Seminole Canyon State Park & Historic Site
Participants must be able to get into and out of a Ford Transit van for a short 10-minute hike. Wednesdays through Sundays 2:30pm
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Jun
17
9:00a
End Date
Jun
17
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.
Jun
18
9:00a
End Date
Morning Bird Walk
Davis Mountains State Park
Come join our expert park hosts on a birding adventure through the park.
Jun
18
10:00a
End Date
Drawing 101: Art in the Park Conservation Series
Choke Canyon State Park - Calliham Unit
Come relax, unwind and record your time at Choke Canyon State Park with a piece of art!
Jun
18
10:00a
End Date
Homeschool Class: Geocaching
Martin Dies, Jr. State Park
“Homeschool Classes” are educational field trip style lessons, only open homeschool families. Open posting to view program description. ***Geocaching has special requirements to note***
Jun
18
1:00p
End Date
Nature Center
Choke Canyon State Park - Calliham Unit
Come see (and touch!) skulls, feathers, skins and more! Learn about Calliham and Choke Canyon State Park. Great for kids!
Jun
18
2:00p
End Date
Anatomy of a Wildfire
Davis Mountains State Park
Learn all about the benefits and harm that wildfires present.
Jun
19
End Date
Van-Tastic Rio Grande Roundabout
Seminole Canyon State Park & Historic Site
Participants must be able to get into and out of a Ford Transit van for a short 10-minute hike. Wednesdays through Sundays 2:30pm
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Jun
19
9:00a
End Date
Davis Mountains 101
Davis Mountains State Park
Take an introductory deep dive into the Davis Mountains on this easy walk 'n' talk.
Jun
19
9:00a
End Date
Reading In The Garden
Garner State Park
Come listen to a Ranger read a children's nature book then do an arts and craft activity in our native garden
Jun
19
9:00a
End Date
Tree-Mendous Day Camp
Sheldon Lake State Park & Environmental Learning Center
Ready for some tree-riffic summer fun?
Jun
19
10:30a
End Date
Reading Ranger
Buescher State Park
Join Ranger Madalyn at the Smithville Public Library for themed book readings and a craft! All ages welcome!
Jun
19
12:00p
End Date
Fireside Folklore
Brazos Bend State Park
Join us around the fire each month as we discuss the stories, myths, and legends of one of the many cultures that have shaped our world!
Jun
19
1:00p
End Date
Nature Center
Choke Canyon State Park - Calliham Unit
Come see (and touch!) skulls, feathers, skins and more! Learn about Calliham and Choke Canyon State Park. Great for kids!
Jun
20
End Date
Van-Tastic Rio Grande Roundabout
Seminole Canyon State Park & Historic Site
Participants must be able to get into and out of a Ford Transit van for a short 10-minute hike. Wednesdays through Sundays 2:30pm
Click the blue title for more information.
Jun
20
9:00a
End Date
Jun
20
9:00a
End Date
Hike with Homeless Dogs
Davis Mountains State Park
Help a homeless dog have a great time on the trail!
Jun
20
9:00a
End Date
Family Hike by the Creek
Garner State Park
This is a family friendly hike led by a volunteer that will help you identify some of our natural resources.
Jun
20
9:00a
End Date
Spectacular Snakes!
Brazos Bend State Park
Join us for a talk about our slithery friends, the snakes!
Jun
20
9:00a
End Date
St. Charles Bay Litter Cleanup (Registration Required)
Goose Island State Park
Help us remove trash from the bay.
Jun
20
10:00a
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Jun
20
10:00a
End Date
Dino-story Time
Dinosaur Valley State Park
Calling all toddlers and preschoolers! Join us for storytime with a ranger.
Jun
20
10:00a
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!
Jun
20
10:00a
End Date
Loom Beaded Keychains
Eisenhower State Park
Learn the history behind this Native American art and make a take home souvenir!
Jun
20
10:30a
End Date
"Little Texans" at the Bullock Museum
Austin, TX - Bullock Texas State History Museum
Join Rangers Jessica and Katy offsite at the Bullock Texas State History Museum in Austin, Texas!
Jun
20
1:00p
End Date
Nature Center
Choke Canyon State Park - Calliham Unit
Come see (and touch!) skulls, feathers, skins and more! Learn about Calliham and Choke Canyon State Park. Great for kids!
Jun
20
3:00p
End Date
Sheppard Air Force Base Travel Expo
Sheppard AFB, TX - Sheppard AF Base
TPWD Recruitment representatives will be attending to discuss career, internship, and volunteer opportunities with attendees.
Jun
20
6:00p
End Date
Summer Solstice Bird Walk
McKinney Falls State Park
Join us for an evening bird walk on the longest day of the year!
Jun
20
7:00p
End Date
Jun
20
8:00p
End Date
Martin Creek Lake State Park Strawberry Full Moon Paddle
Martin Creek Lake State Park
Join Rangers Shannon and Nic for one of our most popular paddling programs.
Jun
20
8:00p
End Date
Marvel at the Moon
Lake Corpus Christi State Park
What's the deal with that big, round thing in the night sky?
Jun
21
9:00a
End Date
Desert Plant Discovery Walk
Davis Mountains State Park
Take a guided tour around the Front Office to learn about common Chihuahuan Desert plants .
Jun
21
9:00a
End Date
Skins, Skulls, Scales and Scat
Pedernales Falls State Park
What can we learn about wildlife from what they leave behind?
Jun
21
9:00a
End Date
Art in the Park: Solar Printing
Caprock Canyons State Park & Trailway
Start this summer with some fun! Create artwork with you imagination and sunlight! All supplies provided.
Jun
21
9:30a
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
10:00a
End Date
Atlatl
South Llano River State Park
Join a ranger and practice your ancient hunter and gather skills.
Jun
21
10:00a
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Jun
21
10:00a
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Jun
21
10:00a
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Reading with the Ranger - Tales of Coyote the Trickster
Fort Boggy State Park
Coyote is always getting into trouble.
Jun
21
10:00a
End Date
Jun
21
10:30a
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!
Jun
21
11:00a
End Date
Solar Viewing and Solar Print Creation
Guadalupe River State Park
Come help us kick-off summer with some solar viewing and other activities!
Jun
21
1:00p
End Date
All Things Birds
Garner State Park
Read a children's book about birds with a ranger, then learn how to use binoculars to find birds at the Pavillion.
Jun
21
1:00p
End Date
Jun
21
2:00p
End Date
Jun
21
2:00p
End Date
Mammals of the Caprock: Skins and Skulls
Caprock Canyons State Park & Trailway
Get up close with the pelts and skulls of the animals who call Caprock home.
Jun
21
3:00p
End Date
Jun
21
3:00p
End Date
Family Fishing
Choke Canyon State Park - Calliham Unit
Come use fishing poles and equipment for free!
Jun
21
3:00p
End Date
Summer Solstice Solar Soiree
Galveston Island State Park
Have you ever been told to not stare directly at the sun? Well, what if you could?
Jun
21
3:30p
End Date
Nature Photography Basics
Copper Breaks State Park
Learn photography tips with a ranger, then put them to the test on our Juniper Ridge Nature Trail!
Jun
21
5:00p
End Date
Nature Scavenger Hunt
Lake Somerville State Park - Birch Creek Unit
Join us for a fun-filled adventure as we explore the wonders of nature through an exciting scavenger hunt.
Jun
21
7:00p
End Date
"Talkabouts" with Ranger Em
Balmorhea State Park
This series of Friday campground talks will take you on a (meandering) journey!
Jun
21
8:00p
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.
Jun
21
8:00p
End Date
Jun
21
8:00p
End Date
Creatures of the Night
Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley State Park
Take a little stroll and explore the wildlife in the park after dark. Space is limited!
Jun
21
8:30p
End Date
Full Moon Hike
Davis Mountains State Park
Come enjoy the beautiful full moon as it rises over the Davis Mountains.
Jun
21
8:30p
End Date
Nighttime Bioblitz
Ray Roberts Lake State Park - Johnson Branch Unit
Bugs, birds, bats, and how they affect our state park.
Jun
21
8:30p
End Date
Full Moon Hike
Goose Island State Park
It's the first full moon of Summer. Let's explore the park after dark!
Jun
21
9:00p
End Date
Strawberry Full Moon Hike - REGISTRATION REQUIRED
Palo Duro Canyon State Park
Experience the rising of June’s Strawberry Moon, both with the naked eye, and through our telescope.
Jun
22
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.
Jun
22
8:30a
End Date
Birdwatching with a Ranger
Lake Bob Sandlin State Park
Join us to learn the skills and tools to watch birds!
Jun
22
8:30a
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
8:35a
End Date
Guided Morning Hike
Mission Tejas State Park
Come join the park interpreter for a morning hike along our older trails! Bring water and bug spray as we hike the Olen Matchett Trail and discuss the park's cultural and natural history.
Jun
22
9:00a
End Date
Birding For Beginners
Davis Mountains State Park
Learn the basics of birding, then apply your skills on a short walk.
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
9:00a
End Date
Hike Crystal Cave
Garner State Park
Go on a guided hike to Crystal Cave with a park historian who will discuss history of Garner State Park's natural and cultural recourses.
Jun
22
9:00a
End Date
Birding For Beginners
Copper Breaks State Park
Learn what it takes to be a birder and gain firsthand experience!
Jun
22
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.
Jun
22
9:00a
End Date
Plant Survival Trail
Choke Canyon State Park - Calliham Unit
Lost in the woods? Come learn what plants you could use to survive in the wild!
Jun
22
9:00a
End Date
Saturday Honey Creek Guided Walk
Honey Creek State Natural Area
Experience the natural and cultural history of Honey Creek!
Jun
22
9:00a
End Date
Devil's Waterhole Guided Paddle (Registration Only)
Inks Lake State Park
Learn kayaking basics then follow a Park Ranger or volunteer on a Guided Paddle to Devil's Waterhole!
Jun
22
9:00a
End Date
Roving with the Ranger
Cooper Lake State Park - Doctors Creek Unit
Stop our ranger as they rove around the park. Try to stump the ranger with your questions about the interpretive items they are carrying around.
Jun
22
9:00a
End Date
Jun
22
9:00a
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Jun
22
9:00a
End Date
Birding Basics
Caprock Canyons State Park & Trailway
Learn the basics of birding and put our birding skills into action!
Jun
22
9:00a
End Date
Setting the Hook Fishing Tournament at Greenline Park
San Antonio, TX - Greenline Park
Come out and try and catch the big one at this fun, free family event!
Jun
22
9:00a
End Date
Jun
22
9:30a
End Date
CCC Trail Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to learn about the Civilian Conservation Corps in our park!
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
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
Track Talk
Dinosaur Valley State Park
Gather round and hear the 113-million-year-old story of our dinosaur tracks!
Jun
22
10:00a
End Date
Kayaking 101
Mustang Island State Park
Learn the kayaking essentials in the calm waters of Fish Pass
Jun
22
10:00a
End Date
Kayaking 101 -- All Kayaking programs are currently at capacity.
Blanco State Park
Learn the basics of kayaking. All equipment provided.- Pre-registration is required. All programs are currently full and at capacity.
Jun
22
10:00a
End Date
Animals of the Park Discovery Table
Lockhart State Park
Stop by Park HQ to test your nature knowledge! Drop in any time between 10am-2pm.
Jun
22
10:00a
End Date
Jun
22
10:00a
End Date
Junior Ranger Journal Journey
Caddo Lake State Park
Earn your Junior Ranger badge with the assistance of a park ranger!
Jun
22
10:00a
End Date
Guided Nature Hike
Inks Lake State Park
Join a park ranger or volunteer on a short but informative hike!
Jun
22
10:00a
End Date
Jun
22
10:00a
End Date
Storytime and Craft: Hummingbirds
Guadalupe River State Park
Join us for storytime and a take-home craft.
Jun
22
10:00a
End Date
Summer Solstice Hike
Ray Roberts Lake State Park - Johnson Branch Unit
Take a hike with rangers to celebrate the Summer Solstice.
Jun
22
10:00a
End Date
Fishing with a Ranger
Lake Casa Blanca International State Park
Have you ever wanted to learn how to fish but don't know how to get started?
Jun
22
10:00a
End Date
Education Center OPEN
Martin Dies, Jr. State Park
Explore our exhibits, engage in hands-on activities, ask questions!
Jun
22
10:00a
End Date
Jun
22
10:30a
End Date
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.
Jun
22
11:00a
End Date
River Bugs
Garner State Park
Get in the river to catch and identify river bugs. You can learn all about the water quality from these creatures.
Jun
22
11:00a
End Date
CCC-ienega Tour
Balmorhea State Park
Dive into the history, science, and significance of Balmorhea State Park on this accessible guided walking tour.
Jun
22
11:00a
End Date
Jun
22
11:00a
End Date
Wildcraft: Fireflies!
Brazos Bend State Park
Join us for a story about fireflies and make your own firefly magnet.
Jun
22
1:00p
End Date
Nature Center
Choke Canyon State Park - Calliham Unit
Come see (and touch!) skulls, feathers, skins and more! Learn about Calliham and Choke Canyon State Park. Great for kids!
Jun
22
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!
Jun
22
1:00p
End Date
Jun
22
1:00p
End Date
Fishing for Beginners
Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley State Park
Get certified! Become a bona fide angler with Bentsen State Park. Open to all ages.
Jun
22
1:00p
End Date
Jun
22
1:00p
End Date
Fun in the Sun
Ray Roberts Lake State Park - Johnson Branch Unit
Join rangers and stair (with a telescope) into the sun. Can you count the spots?
Jun
22
1:00p
End Date
Jun
22
1:30p
End Date
Skins and Skulls
Lake Bob Sandlin State Park
Join to us view skins and skulls of animals that live in the park.
Jun
22
2:00p
End Date
Jun
22
2:00p
End Date
Jun
22
2:00p
End Date
Junior Ranger Journal Journey
Atlanta State Park
Earn your Junior Ranger badge with the assistance of a park ranger!
Jun
22
3:00p
End Date
Jun
22
3:30p
End Date
Jun
22
3:30p
End Date
Jun
22
5:00p
End Date
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.
Jun
22
6:00p
End Date
Fort Davis N.H.S. Summer Program Series
Davis Mountains State Park
Enjoy an evening program with interpreters from Fort Davis National Historic Site. A variety of topics will be covered every Saturday through early August.
Jun
22
7:00p
End Date
"Deep Dives" Summer Speakers Series
Balmorhea State Park
Have you ever wanted to know more about the stars, the uses of native plants, the way nature affects our brains, and more? We have a talk for you every Saturday in June and July!
Jun
22
7:30p
End Date
Music in the Park – The Brownlees
Caprock Canyons State Park & Trailway
Join us to listen to music in the beautiful setting of Caprock Canyons State Park. This weekend features country music by the talented husband and wife duo, "The Brownlees". Come on out and join us!
Jun
22
7:45p
End Date
Star Party with the San Antonio Astronomical Association
Guadalupe River State Park
Join us for stargazing and planet watching!
Jun
22
8:00p
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.
Jun
22
8:00p
End Date
Moonlight Walk
Cooper Lake State Park - South Sulphur Unit
Nocturnal wanderings amoung the nocturnal.
Jun
22
8:00p
End Date
Cowboy Campfire -Stories, Poetry and Songs
Lake Mineral Wells State Park & Trailway
“Learning about our cowboy heritage can be fun!”
Jun
22
8:30p
End Date
Jun
22
9:00p
End Date
Jun
22
9:30p
End Date
Jun
23
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.
Jun
23
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.
Jun
23
9:00a
End Date
Morning Bird Walk
Davis Mountains State Park
Come join our expert park hosts on a birding adventure through the park.
Jun
23
9:00a
End Date
Sunday Honey Creek Guided Walk
Honey Creek State Natural Area
Experience the natural and cultural history of Honey Creek!
Jun
23
9:00a
End Date
Jun
23
9:00a
End Date
Caminata Sensorial
Lake Somerville State Park - Nails Creek Unit
Acompáñenos a una caminata de descubrimiento guiada utilizando todos nuestros sentidos y conéctese con el bosque.
Jun
23
9:00a
End Date
Kayaking 101 (Reservations Required)
Lake Casa Blanca International State Park
Learn about the fun sport of kayaking out on Lake Casa Blanca!
Jun
23
10:00a
End Date
Track Talk
Dinosaur Valley State Park
Gather round and hear the 113-million-year-old story of our dinosaur tracks!
Jun
23
10:00a
End Date
Painting in The Garden
Garner State Park
Come enjoy the native flowers, birds and other wildlife in our native garden. Use them as inspiration for your watercolor painting. Get painting tips from our expert volunteers.
Jun
23
10:00a
End Date
Jun
23
10:00a
End Date
Jun
23
10:30a
End Date
Kayaking 101
Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley State Park
Curious about kayaking? Learn the basics and enjoy the beautiful resaca.
Jun
23
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?
Jun
23
11:00a
End Date
CCC-ienega Tour
Balmorhea State Park
Dive into the history, science, and significance of Balmorhea State Park on this accessible guided walking tour.
Jun
23
11:00a
End Date
Taylor Site Hike
Dinosaur Valley State Park
Hike the riverbed to our least visited dinosaur track site!
Jun
23
1:00p
End Date
Mysterious Macroinvertebrates
Sheldon Lake State Park & Environmental Learning Center
Bugs and crayfish and mollusks, oh my!
Jun
23
2:00p
End Date
Rock Stars of the Davis Mountains
Davis Mountains State Park
Come learn about the eruptive origin of our amazing geology.
Jun
23
2:00p
End Date
The Old Tree's Beard: Garlands of the Swamp
Brazos Bend State Park
Come learn about those weird, gray vines hanging from our trees: Spanish moss!
Jun
23
2:00p
End Date
Jun
24
9:00a
End Date
Jun
24
10:00a
End Date
Jun
24
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.
Jun
25
9:00a
End Date
Morning Bird Walk
Davis Mountains State Park
Come join our expert park hosts on a birding adventure through the park.
Jun
25
9:00a
End Date
Angler Education Instructor Training Workshop - Richmond
Richmond, TX - Long Acres Ranch
Become a TPWD Certified Angler Education Instructor
Jun
25
10:00a
End Date
Drawing 101: Art in the Park Conservation Series
Choke Canyon State Park - Calliham Unit
Come relax, unwind and record your time at Choke Canyon State Park with a piece of art!
Jun
25
10:00a
End Date
Archery
Sealy, TX - Gordon Memorial Library
Discover the exhilarating world of archery at the library, as Stephan F Austin State Park introduces an exciting class tailored for teenagers at Virgil & Josephine Gordon Memorial Library.
Jun
25
1:00p
End Date
Nature Center
Choke Canyon State Park - Calliham Unit
Come see (and touch!) skulls, feathers, skins and more! Learn about Calliham and Choke Canyon State Park. Great for kids!
Jun
25
2:00p
End Date
Anatomy of a Wildfire
Davis Mountains State Park
Learn all about the benefits and harm that wildfires present.
Jun
26
8:30a
End Date
Project WILD Workshop - Richmond
Richmond, TX - Long Acres Ranch
Professional development for anyone who works to educate middle and high school students
Jun
26
9:00a
End Date
Reading In The Garden
Garner State Park
Come listen to a Ranger read a children's nature book then do an arts and craft activity in our native garden
Jun
26
1:00p
End Date
Nature Center
Choke Canyon State Park - Calliham Unit
Come see (and touch!) skulls, feathers, skins and more! Learn about Calliham and Choke Canyon State Park. Great for kids!
Jun
26
9:45p
End Date
Dark Sky Tour
Davis Mountains State Park
Come join us as we appreciate some of the darkest skies in the U.S.
Jun
27
7:30a
End Date
Birding with a Park Ranger
Palo Duro Canyon State Park
Summer is a great time to experience the birds who are returning to Palo Duro Canyon.
Jun
27
8:30a
End Date
Growing Up WILD - Richmond
Richmond, TX - Long Acres Ranch
Professional development for anyone who works to educate young children or the public
Jun
27
9:00a
End Date
Jun
27
9:00a
End Date
Hike with Homeless Dogs
Davis Mountains State Park
Help a homeless dog have a great time on the trail!
Jun
27
9:00a
End Date
Family Hike by the Creek
Garner State Park
This is a family friendly hike led by a volunteer that will help you identify some of our natural resources.
Jun
27
9:00a
End Date
Brilliant Birds' Beaks
Brazos Bend State Park
Learn about how the shape of a bird's beak can tell us a lot about the bird's life!
Jun
27
9:00a
End Date
Fantastic Fowl and How You Figure In
Brazos Bend State Park
Learn everything about the bird you are closest to in size!
Jun
27
9:00a
End Date
Fossil Table
Pedernales Falls State Park
The geology of the falls gives us some great views! Come see the small details that make the view even more special!
Jun
27
9:00a
End Date
Pokémon Wilderness Hike
Lake Tawakoni State Park
Join us on Spring Point Trail to catch some real-life Pokémon on this fun hike!
Jun
27
9:00a
End Date
Kayak Litter Clean Up (Reservations Required)
Lake Corpus Christi State Park
Help keep the park clean from the water!
Jun
27
9:30a
End Date
Jun
27
1:00p
End Date
Nature Center
Choke Canyon State Park - Calliham Unit
Come see (and touch!) skulls, feathers, skins and more! Learn about Calliham and Choke Canyon State Park. Great for kids!
Jun
27
7:00p
End Date
Jun
28
9:00a
End Date
Desert Plant Discovery Walk
Davis Mountains State Park
Take a guided tour around the Front Office to learn about common Chihuahuan Desert plants .
Jun
28
9:00a
End Date
Angler Education Instructor Training Workshop - San Antonio
Windcrest, TX - Compass Rose Journey Charter School
Become a TPWD Certified Angler Education Instructor
Jun
28
9:00a
End Date
The Path of a Bison
Caprock Canyons State Park & Trailway
Learn about the history of the Texas State Bison Herd and walk along the same paths they venture with a ranger!
Jun
28
9:30a
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
10:30a
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!
Jun
28
1:00p
End Date
All Things Birds
Garner State Park
Read a children's book about birds with a ranger, then learn how to use binoculars to find birds at the Pavillion.
Jun
28
2:00p
End Date
Jun
28
2:00p
End Date
End of Month Update (Virtual)
Palo Pinto Mountains State Park
Log on and listen to updates on park construction!
Jun
28
2:00p
End Date
Jun
28
3:30p
End Date
Take Aim With Atlatls
Copper Breaks State Park
Before the bow and arrow, there was the atlatl and dart. Join a park ranger to learn about this ancient hunting tool.
Jun
28
5:00p
End Date
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.
Jun
28
6:30p
End Date
Texas Outdoor Family Outdoor Leadership Training | Lake Somerville State Park (Application Open)
Lake Somerville State Park - Birch Creek Unit
The Texas Outdoor Family program provides 900+ families with a "Learn to Camp" experience in Texas State Parks each year. Could you help?
Jun
28
6:30p
End Date
Texas Outdoor Family Outdoor Leadership Training | Lake Mineral Wells State Park (Application Open Until June 4)
Lake Mineral Wells State Park & Trailway
The Texas Outdoor Family program provides 900+ families with a "Learn to Camp" experience in Texas State Parks each year. Could you help?
Jun
28
7:00p
End Date
"Talkabouts" with Ranger Em
Balmorhea State Park
This series of Friday campground talks will take you on a (meandering) journey!
Jun
28
7:45p
End Date
Jun
28
8:00p
End Date
Jun
28
8:00p
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.
Jun
28
8:30p
End Date
Stargazing
Cooper Lake State Park - Doctors Creek Unit
How many constellations can you name? Have you ever seen the Milky Way or the rings of Saturn?
Jun
29
7:00a
End Date
Family & Friends Fishing - Acequia Park
San Antonio, TX - Acequia Park
Come out to Acequia Park to learn the basics of fishing at this fun, free family event!
Jun
29
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.
Jun
29
8:30a
End Date
Birdwatching with a Ranger
Lake Bob Sandlin State Park
Join us to learn the skills and tools to watch birds!
Jun
29
8:30a
End Date
Angler Education Instructor Training Workshop - Weatherford
Weatherford, TX - Weatherford Public Safety
Join the TPWD Angler Education Team!
Jun
29
9:00a
End Date
Birding For Beginners
Davis Mountains State Park
Learn the basics of birding, then apply your skills on a short walk.
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
9:00a
End Date
Hike Crystal Cave
Garner State Park
Go on a guided hike to Crystal Cave with a park historian who will discuss history of Garner State Park's natural and cultural recourses.
Jun
29
9:00a
End Date
Saturday Honey Creek Guided Walk
Honey Creek State Natural Area
Experience the natural and cultural history of Honey Creek!
Jun
29
9:00a
End Date
Jun
29
9:00a
End Date
Cryptozoology: Myths and Legends Walk
Lake Tawakoni State Park
What strange things lurk in the forest?
Learn about the strange creatures like Bigfoot and the Lost Elves and how many cultures share similar stories.
Jun
29
9:00a
End Date
Angler Education Instructor Training Workshop - Sea Center
Sea Center Texas
Become a TPWD Certified Angler Education Instructor
Jun
29
9:00a
End Date
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!
Jun
29
9:00a
End Date
Skins and Skulls
Cooper Lake State Park - Doctors Creek Unit
Join us during a come-and-go program that allows a great way to see and learn about park wildlife close up!
Jun
29
9:00a
End Date
Jun
29
9:00a
End Date
Dutch Oven Breakfast
Fort Boggy State Park
Do you want to expand your camping skills to include cooking over a fire in a Dutch oven?
Jun
29
10:00a
End Date
Track Talk
Dinosaur Valley State Park
Gather round and hear the 113-million-year-old story of our dinosaur tracks!
Jun
29
10:00a
End Date
Bay Exploration
Galveston Island State Park
Explore the marsh and bay ecosystems, on land and below the surface.
Jun
29
10:00a
End Date
Kayaking 101 -- All Kayaking programs are currently at capacity.
Blanco State Park
Learn the basics of kayaking. All equipment provided.- Pre-registration is required. All programs are currently full and at capacity.
Jun
29
10:00a
End Date
Jun
29
10:00a
End Date
Jun
29
10:00a
End Date
Games and Crafts Outpost
Bonham State Park
Come and walk down memory lane, or for those too young to know, come learn a new skill.
Jun
29
10:00a
End Date
Jun
29
10:00a
End Date
Jun
29
10:00a
End Date
Lake Dip Netting
Martin Dies, Jr. State Park
Use our long handle dip nets to catch and investigate the tiny creatures that live in Steinhagen Lake!
Jun
29
10:00a
End Date
Jun
29
10:00a
End Date
Jun
29
10:00a
End Date
Wood kit building
Inks Lake State Park
Join a volunteer and grab a provided kit to build your own model.
Jun
29
10:00a
End Date
Watercolor in the Park
Guadalupe River State Park
Come and capture the stunning natural beauty of the park's landscapes on paper.
Jun
29
10:00a
End Date
Discovery Table with the South Plains Texas Master Naturalists!
Caprock Canyons State Park & Trailway
Join our volunteer naturalists and learn something new about Caprock! Stop by anytime!
Jun
29
10:00a
End Date
Skins and Skulls
Copper Breaks State Park
Join us to learn about the animals that call the Rolling Plains home!
Jun
29
10:30a
End Date
Paws and Plaster
Sheldon Lake State Park & Environmental Learning Center
Jun
29
11:00a
End Date
River Bugs
Garner State Park
Get in the river to catch and identify river bugs. You can learn all about the water quality from these creatures.
Jun
29
11:00a
End Date
CCC-ienega Tour
Balmorhea State Park
Dive into the history, science, and significance of Balmorhea State Park on this accessible guided walking tour.
Jun
29
11:00a
End Date
Wildcraft: Alligators!
Brazos Bend State Park
Join us to learn about alligators through storytime and get creative making crafts!
Jun
29
11:00a
End Date
Jun
29
1:00p
End Date
Education Center OPEN - Saturday Hours
Martin Dies, Jr. State Park
Explore our exhibits, engage in hands-on activities, ask questions!
Jun
29
1:00p
End Date
Solar Artistry
Martin Dies, Jr. State Park
Harness the power of the sun to showcase the beauty of light and shadow.
Jun
29
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!
Jun
29
1:00p
End Date
Ancient Spear Throwing
Lockhart State Park
Join us to learn the basics of prehistoric hunting with an atlatl!
Jun
29
1:30p
End Date
Skins and Skulls
Lake Bob Sandlin State Park
Join to us view skins and skulls of animals that live in the park.
Jun
29
2:00p
End Date
Jun
29
2:00p
End Date
River Romp
Dinosaur Valley State Park
Come along as we walk the Paluxy River Trail in search of dinosaur tracks!
Jun
29
2:00p
End Date
Jun
29
3:00p
End Date
Jun
29
3:30p
End Date
Jun
29
3:30p
End Date
Nature Photography Basics
Copper Breaks State Park
Learn photography tips with a ranger, then put them to the test on our Juniper Ridge Nature Trail!
Jun
29
5:00p
End Date
Nature Scavenger Hunt
Lake Somerville State Park - Birch Creek Unit
Join us for a fun-filled adventure as we explore the wonders of nature through an exciting scavenger hunt.
Jun
29
5:30p
End Date
Jun
29
6:00p
End Date
Fort Davis N.H.S. Summer Program Series
Davis Mountains State Park
Enjoy an evening program with interpreters from Fort Davis National Historic Site. A variety of topics will be covered every Saturday through early August.
Jun
29
6:00p
End Date
Staring at the Sun (Safely)
Pedernales Falls State Park
Using special equipment, we'll look for sunspots, solar flares, and talk about our closest star!
Jun
29
7:00p
End Date
"Deep Dives" Summer Speakers Series
Balmorhea State Park
Have you ever wanted to know more about the stars, the uses of native plants, the way nature affects our brains, and more? We have a talk for you every Saturday in June and July!
Jun
29
7:00p
End Date
Backyard Bass
Lake Somerville State Park - Nails Creek Unit
Join us for a fantastic outdoor experience at Lake Somerville State Park with our Backyard Bass program!
Jun
29
8:00p
End Date
Summer Night, Starry Skies
Hill Country State Natural Area
Partner with the San Antonio Astronomical Association to launch into the dark skies of Hill Country SNA. Hill Country summer nights and the stars are storied and legendary. Experience the Milky Way, constellations, and asterisms through the telescopes and staff of HCSNA and SAAA.
Jun
29
8:30p
End Date
Night Hike!
Lake Casa Blanca International State Park
Discover the park's night life like you never have before!
Jun
29
8:30p
End Date
Star Party
Pedernales Falls State Park
Come join the Austin Astronomical Society in viewing stars, planets and galaxies through dozens of different telescopes!
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.
Jun
29
8:45p
End Date
Jun
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.
Jun
30
9:00a
End Date
Jun
30
9:00a
End Date
Morning Bird Walk
Davis Mountains State Park
Come join our expert park hosts on a birding adventure through the park.
Jun
30
9:00a
End Date
Jun
30
9:00a
End Date
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 Painted buntings!
Jun
30
10:00a
End Date
Jun
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!
Jun
30
10:00a
End Date
Painting in The Garden
Garner State Park
Come enjoy the native flowers, birds and other wildlife in our native garden. Use them as inspiration for your watercolor painting. Get painting tips from our expert volunteers.
Jun
30
10:00a
End Date
Becoming a Junior Ranger
Cooper Lake State Park - South Sulphur Unit
Learn how to become a Junior Ranger and earn your badge!
Jun
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.
Jun
30
11:00a
End Date
CCC-ienega Tour
Balmorhea State Park
Dive into the history, science, and significance of Balmorhea State Park on this accessible guided walking tour.
Jun
30
11:00a
End Date
Jun
30
2:00p
End Date
Rock Stars of the Davis Mountains
Davis Mountains State Park
Come learn about the eruptive origin of our amazing geology.
Jun
30
2:00p
End Date
Jun
30
2:00p
End Date
Spectacular Snakes!
Brazos Bend State Park
Join us for a talk about our slithery friends, the snakes!
July 2024
Jul
2
9:00a
End Date
Morning Bird Walk
Davis Mountains State Park
Come join our expert park hosts on a birding adventure through the park.
Jul
2
10:00a
End Date
Drawing 101: Art in the Park Conservation Series
Choke Canyon State Park - Calliham Unit
Come relax, unwind and record your time at Choke Canyon State Park with a piece of art!
Jul
2
1:00p
End Date
Nature Center
Choke Canyon State Park - Calliham Unit
Come see (and touch!) skulls, feathers, skins and more! Learn about Calliham and Choke Canyon State Park. Great for kids!
Jul
3
1:00p
End Date
Nature Center
Choke Canyon State Park - Calliham Unit
Come see (and touch!) skulls, feathers, skins and more! Learn about Calliham and Choke Canyon State Park. Great for kids!
Jul
3
9:45p
End Date
Dark Sky Tour
Davis Mountains State Park
Come join us as we appreciate some of the darkest skies in the U.S.
Jul
4
8:00a
End Date
Kayaking 101 - 4th of July
Galveston Island State Park
Join a certified kayak guide to learn the basics of kayaking this Independence Day!
Jul
4
9:00a
End Date
Hike with Homeless Dogs
Davis Mountains State Park
Help a homeless dog have a great time on the trail!
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
Red, White, & Blue Scavenger Hunt Hike
Lockhart State Park
Join us this Fourth of July to find our country's colors on park trails!
Jul
4
1:00p
End Date
Nature Center
Choke Canyon State Park - Calliham Unit
Come see (and touch!) skulls, feathers, skins and more! Learn about Calliham and Choke Canyon State Park. Great for kids!
Jul
4
2:00p
End Date
Colors of the Wind Watercolor
Lockhart State Park
Paint with all the colors of the wind at Lockhart State Park!
Jul
4
7:00p
End Date
Jul
5
9:30a
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
10:00a
End Date
Constitution to Nature
Guadalupe River State Park
Join Rangers Jessica and Katy to learn about the U.S. Constitution, oak-gall ink, and practice your penmanship skills using the ink and a feather quill!
Jul
5
10:30a
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!
Jul
5
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?
Jul
5
11:00a
End Date
Jul
5
12:00p
End Date
ONLINE PROGRAM | Fun Facts: Woolly Butterfly Bush
Facebook/WylerAerialTramwayStatePark
Looking for a west-Texas plant that attract butterflies? You found it!
Jul
5
2:00p
End Date
Jul
5
3:00p
End Date
Family Fishing
Choke Canyon State Park - Calliham Unit
Come use fishing poles and equipment for free!
Jul
5
7:00p
End Date
"Talkabouts" with Ranger Em
Balmorhea State Park
This series of Friday campground talks will take you on a (meandering) journey!
Jul
5
7:00p
End Date
Staring at the Sun (Safely)
Pedernales Falls State Park
Using special equipment, we'll look for sunspots, solar flares, and talk about our closest star!
Jul
5
8:00p
End Date
S'mores Storytime
Government Canyon State Natural Area
Stop by for an evening storytime and nature craft, followed by s'mores and a setting sun.
Jul
5
9:00p
End Date
Jul
5
9:30p
End Date
Star Party in the Badlands
Big Bend Ranch State Park
The Stars at Night are Big and Bright👏👏👏👏! Join park rangers on a tour across our galactic neighborhood.
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
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.
Jul
6
9:00a
End Date
Jul
6
9:00a
End Date
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
Cooking with the Lone Star Dutch Oven Society
Eisenhower State Park
The historic art of Dutch oven cooking isn't "new," but it can be a new skill you learn and share!
Jul
6
9:00a
End Date
Plant Survival Trail
Choke Canyon State Park - Calliham Unit
Lost in the woods? Come learn what plants you could use to survive in the wild!
Jul
6
9:00a
End Date
Saturday Honey Creek Guided Walk
Honey Creek State Natural Area
Experience the natural and cultural history of Honey Creek!
Jul
6
9:00a
End Date
Jul
6
9:30a
End Date
CCC Trail Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to learn about the Civilian Conservation Corps in our park!
Jul
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.
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
10:00a
End Date
Track Talk
Dinosaur Valley State Park
Gather round and hear the 113-million-year-old story of our dinosaur tracks!
Jul
6
10:00a
End Date
Animals of the Park Discovery Table
Lockhart State Park
Stop by Park HQ to test your nature knowledge! Drop in any time between 10am-2pm.
Jul
6
10:00a
End Date
Prehistoric Hunting - The Atlatl
Pedernales Falls State Park
How well can you use ancient technology to survive?
Jul
6
11:00a
End Date
Jul
6
11:00a
End Date
CCC-ienega Tour
Balmorhea State Park
Dive into the history, science, and significance of Balmorhea State Park on this accessible guided walking tour.
Jul
6
11:00a
End Date
Stream Safari
Lockhart State Park
Wear your favorite water shoes, and join us to meet the residents of Clear Fork Creek!
Jul
6
12:00p
End Date
Skins, Skulls, Scales and Scat
Pedernales Falls State Park
What can we learn about wildlife from what they leave behind?
Jul
6
1:00p
End Date
Nature Center
Choke Canyon State Park - Calliham Unit
Come see (and touch!) skulls, feathers, skins and more! Learn about Calliham and Choke Canyon State Park. Great for kids!
Jul
6
2:00p
End Date
Jul
6
3:30p
End Date
Jul
6
6:00p
End Date
Fort Davis N.H.S. Summer Program Series
Davis Mountains State Park
Enjoy an evening program with interpreters from Fort Davis National Historic Site. A variety of topics will be covered every Saturday through early August.
Jul
6
7:00p
End Date
"Deep Dives" Summer Speakers Series
Balmorhea State Park
Have you ever wanted to know more about the stars, the uses of native plants, the way nature affects our brains, and more? We have a talk for you every Saturday in June and July!
Jul
6
8:00p
End Date
June 1st event is Canceled - Let's View the Moon and Stars in the Park
Lake Whitney State Park
Park is closed due to flooding - July 20th should be next event!
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
6
8:00p
End Date
Sunset Watercolor
Galveston Island State Park
Unleash your creative side and enjoy the island's best sunsets.
Jul
6
8:30p
End Date
Name That Bird!
Lake Mineral Wells State Park & Trailway
“Learn new songs! Songs written and performed by our native birds.”
Jul
6
8:30p
End Date
Frog and Toad Watch
Lockhart State Park
Join a park ranger as we search for the amphibians that call Lockhart home!
Jul
6
9:00p
End Date
Jul
6
9:30p
End Date
Jul
7
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.
Jul
7
9:00a
End Date
Prairie Adventure Hike
Galveston Island State Park
Join a prairie expert for an adventure through the remaining 1% of coastal prairie habitat.
Jul
7
9:00a
End Date
Morning Bird Walk
Davis Mountains State Park
Come join our expert park hosts on a birding adventure through the park.
Jul
7
9:00a
End Date
Sunday Honey Creek Guided Walk
Honey Creek State Natural Area
Experience the natural and cultural history of Honey Creek!
Jul
7
9:00a
End Date
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 Painted buntings!
Jul
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!
Jul
7
11:00a
End Date
Sargassum Search
Galveston Island State Park
Search through these tiny floating islands for the organisms that call the sargassum home.
Jul
7
11:00a
End Date
CCC-ienega Tour
Balmorhea State Park
Dive into the history, science, and significance of Balmorhea State Park on this accessible guided walking tour.
Jul
8
10:00a
End Date
Birding with a Ranger
Sealy, TX - Gordon Memorial Library
Immerse your children ( ages 5-12) in the wonders of nature with Stephan F Austin State Park’s captivating birding class offered at the Gordon Memorial library, including a scavenger hunt.
Jul
9
9:00a
End Date
Morning Bird Walk
Davis Mountains State Park
Come join our expert park hosts on a birding adventure through the park.
Jul
9
10:00a
End Date
Drawing 101: Art in the Park Conservation Series
Choke Canyon State Park - Calliham Unit
Come relax, unwind and record your time at Choke Canyon State Park with a piece of art!
Jul
9
10:00a
End Date
Homeschool Class: Wicked & Wild
Martin Dies, Jr. State Park
“Homeschool Classes” are educational field trip style lessons, only open homeschool families. Open posting to view program description.
Jul
9
1:00p
End Date
Nature Center
Choke Canyon State Park - Calliham Unit
Come see (and touch!) skulls, feathers, skins and more! Learn about Calliham and Choke Canyon State Park. Great for kids!
Jul
10
1:00p
End Date
Nature Center
Choke Canyon State Park - Calliham Unit
Come see (and touch!) skulls, feathers, skins and more! Learn about Calliham and Choke Canyon State Park. Great for kids!
Jul
10
9:45p
End Date
Dark Sky Tour
Davis Mountains State Park
Come join us as we appreciate some of the darkest skies in the U.S.
Jul
11
9:00a
End Date
Hike with Homeless Dogs
Davis Mountains State Park
Help a homeless dog have a great time on the trail!
Jul
11
1:00p
End Date
Nature Center
Choke Canyon State Park - Calliham Unit
Come see (and touch!) skulls, feathers, skins and more! Learn about Calliham and Choke Canyon State Park. Great for kids!
Jul
11
7:00p
End Date
Jul
11
9:30p
End Date
Jul
12
9:00a
End Date
Angler Education Instructor Training Workshop
Lake Brownwood State Park
Become a TPWD Certified Angler Education Instructor
Jul
12
9:00a
End Date
Kayaking 101
Galveston Island State Park
Join a certified kayak guide to learn the basics of kayaking.
Jul
12
9:30a
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
10:30a
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!
Jul
12
2:00p
End Date
Jul
12
3:00p
End Date
Family Fishing
Choke Canyon State Park - Calliham Unit
Come use fishing poles and equipment for free!
Jul
12
7:00p
End Date
"Talkabouts" with Ranger Em
Balmorhea State Park
This series of Friday campground talks will take you on a (meandering) journey!
Jul
12
8:00p
End Date
Jul
13
8:00a
End Date
Second Saturday Birdwatching
Martin Dies, Jr. State Park
Join us on the second Saturday of the month to bird watch with a knowledgeable volunteer!
Jul
13
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.
Jul
13
8:30a
End Date
Morning Ride in the Canyon
Palo Duro Canyon State Park
Do you have a horse and enjoy riding, but don’t have anyone to ride with? Join us for a mindful morning ride in the canyon.
Jul
13
9:00a
End Date
Jul
13
9:00a
End Date
Plant Survival Trail
Choke Canyon State Park - Calliham Unit
Lost in the woods? Come learn what plants you could use to survive in the wild!
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
Saturday Honey Creek Guided Walk
Honey Creek State Natural Area
Experience the natural and cultural history of Honey Creek!
Jul
13
9:00a
End Date
Edible Plants Walk
Lockhart State Park
Join us to explore the wild treats of the woods in this fun hike!
Jul
13
10:00a
End Date
Bay Exploration
Galveston Island State Park
Explore the marsh and bay ecosystems, on land and below the surface.
Jul
13
10:00a
End Date
The Buzz About Bees
Fort Boggy State Park
Bees and other pollinators are responsible for one out of every three bites of food we eat.
Jul
13
11:00a
End Date
CCC-ienega Tour
Balmorhea State Park
Dive into the history, science, and significance of Balmorhea State Park on this accessible guided walking tour.
Jul
13
1:00p
End Date
Nature Center
Choke Canyon State Park - Calliham Unit
Come see (and touch!) skulls, feathers, skins and more! Learn about Calliham and Choke Canyon State Park. Great for kids!
Jul
13
2:00p
End Date
Jul
13
6:00p
End Date
Fort Davis N.H.S. Summer Program Series
Davis Mountains State Park
Enjoy an evening program with interpreters from Fort Davis National Historic Site. A variety of topics will be covered every Saturday through early August.
Jul
13
6:30p
End Date
Music in the Park – Roger Martin
Caprock Canyons State Park & Trailway
No matter your taste in music, you're sure to find something you’ll like!
Jul
13
6:30p
End Date
S'mores and Skills
Galveston Island State Park
Learn new outdoor skills or brush up on some you already know with dessert!
Jul
13
7:00p
End Date
"Deep Dives" Summer Speakers Series
Balmorhea State Park
Have you ever wanted to know more about the stars, the uses of native plants, the way nature affects our brains, and more? We have a talk for you every Saturday in June and July!
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
13
9:00p
End Date
Stargazing the Texas Night Sky
Lake Mineral Wells State Park & Trailway
“The stars at night are big and bright …” Learn more about one of Texas’ best natural resources – the night sky.
Jul
14
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.
Jul
14
9:00a
End Date
Morning Bird Walk
Davis Mountains State Park
Come join our expert park hosts on a birding adventure through the park.
Jul
14
9:00a
End Date
Sunday Honey Creek Guided Walk
Honey Creek State Natural Area
Experience the natural and cultural history of Honey Creek!
Jul
14
9:00a
End Date
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 Painted buntings!
Jul
14
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?
Jul
14
11:00a
End Date
CCC-ienega Tour
Balmorhea State Park
Dive into the history, science, and significance of Balmorhea State Park on this accessible guided walking tour.
Jul
15
9:00a
End Date
Fly Fishing Instructor Certification Workshop
San Angelo State Park
Become a TPWD Certified Fly Fishing Instructor
Jul
16
8:30a
End Date
Growing Up WILD - Richmond
Richmond, TX - Long Acres Ranch
Professional development for anyone who works to educate young children or the public, especially homeschool families.
Jul
16
9:00a
End Date
Morning Bird Walk
Davis Mountains State Park
Come join our expert park hosts on a birding adventure through the park.
Jul
16
9:00a
End Date
Project WILD Combo Workshop - Brownsville
Brownsville, TX - Palo Alto Battlefield National Historical Park
Professional development for anyone who works in education with children or the public. This workshop will cover Project WILD, Aquatic WILD, and Growing Up WILD.
Jul
16
10:00a
End Date
Drawing 101: Art in the Park Conservation Series
Choke Canyon State Park - Calliham Unit
Come relax, unwind and record your time at Choke Canyon State Park with a piece of art!
Jul
16
1:00p
End Date
Nature Center
Choke Canyon State Park - Calliham Unit
Come see (and touch!) skulls, feathers, skins and more! Learn about Calliham and Choke Canyon State Park. Great for kids!
Jul
17
10:00a
End Date
TVC Copperas Cove Regional Career Fair
Copperas Cove, TX - Copperas Cove Civic Center
TPWD Recruitment representatives will be attending to discuss career, internship, and volunteer opportunities with attendees.
Jul
17
10:30a
End Date
Reading Ranger
Buescher State Park
Join Ranger Madalyn at the Smithville Public Library for themed book readings and a craft! All ages welcome!
Jul
17
1:00p
End Date
Nature Center
Choke Canyon State Park - Calliham Unit
Come see (and touch!) skulls, feathers, skins and more! Learn about Calliham and Choke Canyon State Park. Great for kids!
Jul
18
9:00a
End Date
Hike with Homeless Dogs
Davis Mountains State Park
Help a homeless dog have a great time on the trail!
Jul
18
10:00a
End Date
TVC Job Fair Con
Round Rock, TX - Kalahari Resort Convention Center
TPWD Recruitment representatives will be attending to discuss career, internship, and volunteer opportunities with attendees.
Jul
18
1:00p
End Date
Nature Center
Choke Canyon State Park - Calliham Unit
Come see (and touch!) skulls, feathers, skins and more! Learn about Calliham and Choke Canyon State Park. Great for kids!
Jul
18
7:00p
End Date
Jul
19
9:30a
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
10:30a
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!
Jul
19
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?
Jul
19
2:00p
End Date
Jul
19
3:00p
End Date
Family Fishing
Choke Canyon State Park - Calliham Unit
Come use fishing poles and equipment for free!
Jul
19
7:00p
End Date
"Talkabouts" with Ranger Em
Balmorhea State Park
This series of Friday campground talks will take you on a (meandering) journey!
Jul
19
8:00p
End Date
Sunset Watercolor
Galveston Island State Park
Unleash your creative side and enjoy the island's best sunsets.
Jul
19
8:30p
End Date
Jul
20
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.
Jul
20
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.
Jul
20
9:00a
End Date
Plant Survival Trail
Choke Canyon State Park - Calliham Unit
Lost in the woods? Come learn what plants you could use to survive in the wild!
Jul
20
9:00a
End Date
Saturday Honey Creek Guided Walk
Honey Creek State Natural Area
Experience the natural and cultural history of Honey Creek!
Jul
20
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!
Jul
20
9:30a
End Date
CCC Trail Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to learn about the Civilian Conservation Corps in our park!
Jul
20
10:00a
End Date
Guided Kayak Trip and Hiking Trip
Martin Dies, Jr. State Park
Join us for a fun-filled day of kayaking and hiking!
Jul
20
10:00a
End Date
Jul
20
10:00a
End Date
Animals of the Park Discovery Table
Lockhart State Park
Stop by Park HQ to test your nature knowledge! Drop in any time between 10am-2pm.
Jul
20
10:00a
End Date
Snakes Alive!
Guadalupe River State Park
Join special guest Ranger Jamie (from Inks Lake State Park) to learn about our native snakes and their important roles in our park.
Jul
20
11:00a
End Date
Jul
20
11:00a
End Date
CCC-ienega Tour
Balmorhea State Park
Dive into the history, science, and significance of Balmorhea State Park on this accessible guided walking tour.
Jul
20
12:00p
End Date
Fossil Table
Pedernales Falls State Park
The geology of the falls gives us some great views! Come see the small details that make the view even more special!
Jul
20
1:00p
End Date
Nature Center
Choke Canyon State Park - Calliham Unit
Come see (and touch!) skulls, feathers, skins and more! Learn about Calliham and Choke Canyon State Park. Great for kids!
Jul
20
2:00p
End Date
Jul
20
2:00p
End Date
Jul
20
3:00p
End Date
Golf for Beginners 3
Lockhart State Park
Join our golf instructor to hone your skills and knowledge of the game! Registration required.
Jul
20
6:00p
End Date
Fort Davis N.H.S. Summer Program Series
Davis Mountains State Park
Enjoy an evening program with interpreters from Fort Davis National Historic Site. A variety of topics will be covered every Saturday through early August.
Jul
20
7:00p
End Date
"Deep Dives" Summer Speakers Series
Balmorhea State Park
Have you ever wanted to know more about the stars, the uses of native plants, the way nature affects our brains, and more? We have a talk for you every Saturday in June and July!
Jul
20
7:30p
End Date
Music in the Park – The Brownlees
Caprock Canyons State Park & Trailway
Join us to listen to music in the beautiful setting of Caprock Canyons State Park. This weekend features country music by the talented husband and wife duo, "The Brownlees". Come on out and join us!
Jul
20
8:00p
End Date
Cowboy Campfire -Poetry, Stories and Songs
Lake Mineral Wells State Park & Trailway
Listening to Cowboy stories and learning about our cowboy heritage can be fun!”
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
20
8:30p
End Date
Moon Gazing
Galveston Island State Park
Come see the true master of the tides with our telescope. The one and only moon!
Jul
21
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.
Jul
21
9:00a
End Date
Prairie Adventure Hike
Galveston Island State Park
Join a prairie expert for an adventure through the remaining 1% of coastal prairie habitat.
Jul
21
9:00a
End Date
Morning Bird Walk
Davis Mountains State Park
Come join our expert park hosts on a birding adventure through the park.
Jul
21
9:00a
End Date
Sunday Honey Creek Guided Walk
Honey Creek State Natural Area
Experience the natural and cultural history of Honey Creek!
Jul
21
9:00a
End Date
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 Painted buntings!
Jul
21
11:00a
End Date
CCC-ienega Tour
Balmorhea State Park
Dive into the history, science, and significance of Balmorhea State Park on this accessible guided walking tour.
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
21
9:30p
End Date
Buck Full Moon Hike - REGISTRATION REQUIRED
Palo Duro Canyon State Park
Experience the rising of July’s Buck Moon in this full moon hike.
Jul
23
8:30a
End Date
Project WILD Workshop - Richmond
Richmond, TX - Long Acres Ranch
Professional development for anyone who works to educate elementary students
Jul
23
9:00a
End Date
Morning Bird Walk
Davis Mountains State Park
Come join our expert park hosts on a birding adventure through the park.
Jul
23
10:00a
End Date
Drawing 101: Art in the Park Conservation Series
Choke Canyon State Park - Calliham Unit
Come relax, unwind and record your time at Choke Canyon State Park with a piece of art!
Jul
23
1:00p
End Date
Nature Center
Choke Canyon State Park - Calliham Unit
Come see (and touch!) skulls, feathers, skins and more! Learn about Calliham and Choke Canyon State Park. Great for kids!
Jul
24
8:30a
End Date
Aquatic WILD Workshop - Richmond
Richmond, TX - Long Acres Ranch
Professional development for anyone who works to educate elementary students
Jul
24
1:00p
End Date
Nature Center
Choke Canyon State Park - Calliham Unit
Come see (and touch!) skulls, feathers, skins and more! Learn about Calliham and Choke Canyon State Park. Great for kids!
Jul
25
9:00a
End Date
Hike with Homeless Dogs
Davis Mountains State Park
Help a homeless dog have a great time on the trail!
Jul
25
1:00p
End Date
Nature Center
Choke Canyon State Park - Calliham Unit
Come see (and touch!) skulls, feathers, skins and more! Learn about Calliham and Choke Canyon State Park. Great for kids!
Jul
25
7:00p
End Date
Jul
25
8:00p
End Date
Sunset Watercolor
Galveston Island State Park
Unleash your creative side and enjoy the island's best sunsets.
Jul
26
9:00a
End Date
Aquatic WILD Workshop - Galveston
La Marque, TX - Galveston County Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service
Professional development for anyone who works with education of children
Jul
26
9:30a
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
10:00a
End Date
Hidden Treasures Scavenger Hunt
Pedernales Falls State Park
Join millions of others in the largest game of scavenger hunt!
Jul
26
10:30a
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!
Jul
26
2:00p
End Date
Jul
26
3:00p
End Date
Family Fishing
Choke Canyon State Park - Calliham Unit
Come use fishing poles and equipment for free!
Jul
26
6:30p
End Date
S'mores and Skills
Galveston Island State Park
Learn new outdoor skills or brush up on some you already know with dessert!
Jul
26
7:00p
End Date
"Talkabouts" with Ranger Em
Balmorhea State Park
This series of Friday campground talks will take you on a (meandering) journey!
Jul
26
8:00p
End Date
Jul
27
7:00a
End Date
Illuminated Horizons: Sunrise Photography Expedition
Galveston Island State Park
Paint your mornings with hues of dawn in our sunrise photography adventure!
Jul
27
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.
Jul
27
9:00a
End Date
Plant Survival Trail
Choke Canyon State Park - Calliham Unit
Lost in the woods? Come learn what plants you could use to survive in the wild!
Jul
27
9:00a
End Date
Saturday Honey Creek Guided Walk
Honey Creek State Natural Area
Experience the natural and cultural history of Honey Creek!
Jul
27
9:00a
End Date
Jul
27
9:00a
End Date
Junior Angler at John Paul Landing
Come out to John Paul Landing in Cypress, TX to learn the basics of fishing at this fun, FREE event.
Jul
27
9:00a
End Date
Jul
27
10:00a
End Date
Bay Exploration
Galveston Island State Park
Explore the marsh and bay ecosystems, on land and below the surface.
Jul
27
10:00a
End Date
Jul
27
10:30a
End Date
Jul
27
11:00a
End Date
CCC-ienega Tour
Balmorhea State Park
Dive into the history, science, and significance of Balmorhea State Park on this accessible guided walking tour.
Jul
27
1:00p
End Date
Nature Center
Choke Canyon State Park - Calliham Unit
Come see (and touch!) skulls, feathers, skins and more! Learn about Calliham and Choke Canyon State Park. Great for kids!
Jul
27
1:00p
End Date
Ancient Spear Throwing
Lockhart State Park
Join us to learn the basics of prehistoric hunting with an atlatl!
Jul
27
2:00p
End Date
Jul
27
3:00p
End Date
Jul
27
4:00p
End Date
Skins, Skulls, Scales and Scat
Pedernales Falls State Park
What can we learn about wildlife from what they leave behind?
Jul
27
6:00p
End Date
Fort Davis N.H.S. Summer Program Series
Davis Mountains State Park
Enjoy an evening program with interpreters from Fort Davis National Historic Site. A variety of topics will be covered every Saturday through early August.
Jul
27
6:30p
End Date
Staring at the Sun (Safely)
Pedernales Falls State Park
Using special equipment, we'll look for sunspots, solar flares, and talk about our closest star!
Jul
27
7:00p
End Date
"Deep Dives" Summer Speakers Series
Balmorhea State Park
Have you ever wanted to know more about the stars, the uses of native plants, the way nature affects our brains, and more? We have a talk for you every Saturday in June and July!
Jul
27
8:30p
End Date
Night Sounds
Lake Mineral Wells State Park & Trailway
“After attending the Night Sounds program, I found my daughter sitting on the back porch the next night, not watching TV or playing video games, but listening to nature!” – Park Visitor
Jul
28
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.
Jul
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.
Jul
28
9:00a
End Date
Jul
28
9:00a
End Date
Morning Bird Walk
Davis Mountains State Park
Come join our expert park hosts on a birding adventure through the park.
Jul
28
9:00a
End Date
Sunday Honey Creek Guided Walk
Honey Creek State Natural Area
Experience the natural and cultural history of Honey Creek!
Jul
28
9:00a
End Date
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 Painted buntings!
Jul
28
10:00a
End Date
Jul
28
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?
Jul
28
11:00a
End Date
CCC-ienega Tour
Balmorhea State Park
Dive into the history, science, and significance of Balmorhea State Park on this accessible guided walking tour.
Jul
30
9:00a
End Date
Morning Bird Walk
Davis Mountains State Park
Come join our expert park hosts on a birding adventure through the park.
Jul
30
10:00a
End Date
Drawing 101: Art in the Park Conservation Series
Choke Canyon State Park - Calliham Unit
Come relax, unwind and record your time at Choke Canyon State Park with a piece of art!
Jul
30
1:00p
End Date
Nature Center
Choke Canyon State Park - Calliham Unit
Come see (and touch!) skulls, feathers, skins and more! Learn about Calliham and Choke Canyon State Park. Great for kids!
Jul
31
1:00p
End Date
Nature Center
Choke Canyon State Park - Calliham Unit
Come see (and touch!) skulls, feathers, skins and more! Learn about Calliham and Choke Canyon State Park. Great for kids!
Jul
31
2:00p
End Date
End of Month Update (Virtual)
Palo Pinto Mountains State Park
Log on and listen to updates on park construction!
Jul
31
9:45p
End Date
Dark Sky Tour
Davis Mountains State Park
Come join us as we appreciate some of the darkest skies in the U.S.
August 2024
Aug
1
1:00p
End Date
Nature Center
Choke Canyon State Park - Calliham Unit
Come see (and touch!) skulls, feathers, skins and more! Learn about Calliham and Choke Canyon State Park. Great for kids!
Aug
1
7:00p
End Date
Aug
2
9:30a
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
10:30a
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!
Aug
2
12:00p
End Date
ONLINE PROGRAM | Fun Facts: Porcupine
Facebook/WylerAerialTramwayStatePark
Do you know that porcupine is the second largest rodent in North America?
Aug
2
2:00p
End Date
Aug
2
3:00p
End Date
Family Fishing
Choke Canyon State Park - Calliham Unit
Come use fishing poles and equipment for free!
Aug
3
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.
Aug
3
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.
Aug
3
9:00a
End Date
Aug
3
9:00a
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
Plant Survival Trail
Choke Canyon State Park - Calliham Unit
Lost in the woods? Come learn what plants you could use to survive in the wild!
Aug
3
9:00a
End Date
Aquatic WILD Workshop - Carrollton
Carrollton, TX - Rosemeade Recreation Center
Professional development for anyone who works with education of children.
Aug
3
9:00a
End Date
Walsh Ranch Lake Fishing
Fort Worth, TX - Walsh Ranch Lake
Bring the kids out to Walsh Ranch Lake for a fun morning of fishing!
Aug
3
9:30a
End Date
CCC Trail Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to learn about the Civilian Conservation Corps in our park!
Aug
3
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.
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
10:00a
End Date
Aug
3
11:00a
End Date
CCC-ienega Tour
Balmorhea State Park
Dive into the history, science, and significance of Balmorhea State Park on this accessible guided walking tour.
Aug
3
11:00a
End Date
Aug
3
1:00p
End Date
Nature Center
Choke Canyon State Park - Calliham Unit
Come see (and touch!) skulls, feathers, skins and more! Learn about Calliham and Choke Canyon State Park. Great for kids!
Aug
3
2:00p
End Date
Aug
3
6:00p
End Date
Fort Davis N.H.S. Summer Program Series
Davis Mountains State Park
Enjoy an evening program with interpreters from Fort Davis National Historic Site. A variety of topics will be covered every Saturday through early August.
Aug
3
6:00p
End Date
Owl Pellet Dissection
Guadalupe River State Park
Join us as we dissect owl pellets... it'll be a hoot!
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
3
8:00p
End Date
Sunset Watercolor
Galveston Island State Park
Unleash your creative side and enjoy the island's best sunsets.
Aug
3
8:00p
End Date
Aug
3
9:00p
End Date
Aug
4
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.
Aug
4
9:00a
End Date
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 Painted buntings!
Aug
4
10:00a
End Date
Exploration Station: Owls
Guadalupe River State Park
Come celebrate International Owl Awareness Day with us!
Aug
4
11:00a
End Date
Sargassum Search
Galveston Island State Park
Search through these tiny floating islands for the organisms that call the sargassum home.
Aug
4
11:00a
End Date
CCC-ienega Tour
Balmorhea State Park
Dive into the history, science, and significance of Balmorhea State Park on this accessible guided walking tour.
Aug
6
10:00a
End Date
Drawing 101: Art in the Park Conservation Series
Choke Canyon State Park - Calliham Unit
Come relax, unwind and record your time at Choke Canyon State Park with a piece of art!
Aug
6
1:00p
End Date
Nature Center
Choke Canyon State Park - Calliham Unit
Come see (and touch!) skulls, feathers, skins and more! Learn about Calliham and Choke Canyon State Park. Great for kids!
Aug
7
1:00p
End Date
Nature Center
Choke Canyon State Park - Calliham Unit
Come see (and touch!) skulls, feathers, skins and more! Learn about Calliham and Choke Canyon State Park. Great for kids!
Aug
8
1:00p
End Date
Nature Center
Choke Canyon State Park - Calliham Unit
Come see (and touch!) skulls, feathers, skins and more! Learn about Calliham and Choke Canyon State Park. Great for kids!
Aug
8
9:15p
End Date
Aug
9
9:30a
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
10:00a
End Date
Storytime and Craft: Night Sky
Guadalupe River State Park
Join us for storytime and a take-home craft.
Aug
9
10:30a
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!
Aug
9
2:00p
End Date
Aug
9
3:00p
End Date
Family Fishing
Choke Canyon State Park - Calliham Unit
Come use fishing poles and equipment for free!
Aug
9
8:00p
End Date
Aug
9
8:30p
End Date
Aug
10
8:00a
End Date
Second Saturday Birdwatching
Martin Dies, Jr. State Park
Join us on the second Saturday of the month to bird watch with a knowledgeable volunteer!
Aug
10
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.
Aug
10
9:00a
End Date
Aug
10
9:00a
End Date
Plant Survival Trail
Choke Canyon State Park - Calliham Unit
Lost in the woods? Come learn what plants you could use to survive in the wild!
Aug
10
10:00a
End Date
Animals of the Park Discovery Table
Lockhart State Park
Stop by Park HQ to test your nature knowledge! Drop in any time between 10am-2pm.
Aug
10
10:30a
End Date
Aug
10
11:00a
End Date
CCC-ienega Tour
Balmorhea State Park
Dive into the history, science, and significance of Balmorhea State Park on this accessible guided walking tour.
Aug
10
1:00p
End Date
Nature Center
Choke Canyon State Park - Calliham Unit
Come see (and touch!) skulls, feathers, skins and more! Learn about Calliham and Choke Canyon State Park. Great for kids!
Aug
10
1:30p
End Date
Aug
10
2:00p
End Date
Aug
10
6:00p
End Date
Fort Davis N.H.S. Summer Program Series
Davis Mountains State Park
Enjoy an evening program with interpreters from Fort Davis National Historic Site. A variety of topics will be covered every Saturday through early August.
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 craft, followed by s'mores and a setting sun.
Aug
11
End Date
The Perseids Meteor Shower
Fort Boggy State Park
Come out to the park to view the most popular meteor shower.
Aug
11
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.
Aug
11
9:00a
End Date
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 Painted buntings!
Aug
11
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?
Aug
11
11:00a
End Date
CCC-ienega Tour
Balmorhea State Park
Dive into the history, science, and significance of Balmorhea State Park on this accessible guided walking tour.
Aug
13
9:00a
End Date
Angler Education Instructor Training Workshop - Cedar Hill State Park
Cedar Hill State Park
Become a TPWD Certified Angler Education Instructor
Aug
13
10:00a
End Date
Drawing 101: Art in the Park Conservation Series
Choke Canyon State Park - Calliham Unit
Come relax, unwind and record your time at Choke Canyon State Park with a piece of art!
Aug
13
10:00a
End Date
Homeschool Class: Lake Dip Netting
Martin Dies, Jr. State Park
“Homeschool Classes” are educational field trip style lessons, only open homeschool families. Open posting to view program description.
Aug
13
1:00p
End Date
Nature Center
Choke Canyon State Park - Calliham Unit
Come see (and touch!) skulls, feathers, skins and more! Learn about Calliham and Choke Canyon State Park. Great for kids!
Aug
14
1:00p
End Date
Nature Center
Choke Canyon State Park - Calliham Unit
Come see (and touch!) skulls, feathers, skins and more! Learn about Calliham and Choke Canyon State Park. Great for kids!
Aug
15
1:00p
End Date
Nature Center
Choke Canyon State Park - Calliham Unit
Come see (and touch!) skulls, feathers, skins and more! Learn about Calliham and Choke Canyon State Park. Great for kids!
Aug
16
9:30a
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
10:30a
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!
Aug
16
2:00p
End Date
Aug
16
3:00p
End Date
Family Fishing
Choke Canyon State Park - Calliham Unit
Come use fishing poles and equipment for free!
Aug
17
End Date
International Geocaching Day
Guadalupe River State Park
Join fellow park visitors in enjoying geocaching!
Aug
17
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.
Aug
17
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.
Aug
17
9:00a
End Date
Plant Survival Trail
Choke Canyon State Park - Calliham Unit
Lost in the woods? Come learn what plants you could use to survive in the wild!
Aug
17
9:30a
End Date
CCC Trail Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to learn about the Civilian Conservation Corps in our park!
Aug
17
10:00a
End Date
Guided Kayak Trip and Hiking Trip
Martin Dies, Jr. State Park
Join us for a fun-filled day of kayaking and hiking!
Aug
17
10:00a
End Date
Aug
17
10:00a
End Date
Aug
17
10:00a
End Date
What's all the Buzz About?
Guadalupe River State Park
Find out about pollinators and make your own beeswax candle to take home!
Aug
17
11:00a
End Date
CCC-ienega Tour
Balmorhea State Park
Dive into the history, science, and significance of Balmorhea State Park on this accessible guided walking tour.
Aug
17
1:00p
End Date
Nature Center
Choke Canyon State Park - Calliham Unit
Come see (and touch!) skulls, feathers, skins and more! Learn about Calliham and Choke Canyon State Park. Great for kids!
Aug
17
2:00p
End Date
Aug
17
6:00p
End Date
Fort Davis N.H.S. Summer Program Series
Davis Mountains State Park
Enjoy an evening program with interpreters from Fort Davis National Historic Site. A variety of topics will be covered every Saturday through early August.
Aug
17
8:00p
End Date
June 1st event is Canceled - Let's View the Moon and Stars in the Park
Lake Whitney State Park
Park is closed due to flooding - July 20th should be next event!
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
18
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.
Aug
18
9:00a
End Date
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 Painted buntings!
Aug
18
11:00a
End Date
CCC-ienega Tour
Balmorhea State Park
Dive into the history, science, and significance of Balmorhea State Park on this accessible guided walking tour.
Aug
20
10:00a
End Date
Drawing 101: Art in the Park Conservation Series
Choke Canyon State Park - Calliham Unit
Come relax, unwind and record your time at Choke Canyon State Park with a piece of art!
Aug
20
1:00p
End Date
Nature Center
Choke Canyon State Park - Calliham Unit
Come see (and touch!) skulls, feathers, skins and more! Learn about Calliham and Choke Canyon State Park. Great for kids!
Aug
21
10:30a
End Date
Reading Ranger
Buescher State Park
Join Ranger Madalyn at the Smithville Public Library for themed book readings and a craft! All ages welcome!
Aug
21
1:00p
End Date
Nature Center
Choke Canyon State Park - Calliham Unit
Come see (and touch!) skulls, feathers, skins and more! Learn about Calliham and Choke Canyon State Park. Great for kids!
Aug
22
1:00p
End Date
Nature Center
Choke Canyon State Park - Calliham Unit
Come see (and touch!) skulls, feathers, skins and more! Learn about Calliham and Choke Canyon State Park. Great for kids!
Aug
23
9:30a
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
10:30a
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!
Aug
23
2:00p
End Date
Aug
23
2:00p
End Date
End of Month Update (Virtual)
Palo Pinto Mountains State Park
Log on and listen to updates on park construction!
Aug
23
3:00p
End Date
Family Fishing
Choke Canyon State Park - Calliham Unit
Come use fishing poles and equipment for free!
Aug
23
8:00p
End Date
Aug
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.
Aug
24
9:00a
End Date
Plant Survival Trail
Choke Canyon State Park - Calliham Unit
Lost in the woods? Come learn what plants you could use to survive in the wild!
Aug
24
9:00a
End Date
Dutch Oven Breakfast
Fort Boggy State Park
Do you want to expand your camping skills to include cooking over a fire in a Dutch oven?
Aug
24
10:00a
End Date
Animals of the Park Discovery Table
Lockhart State Park
Stop by Park HQ to test your nature knowledge! Drop in any time between 10am-2pm.
Aug
24
10:30a
End Date
Aug
24
11:00a
End Date
CCC-ienega Tour
Balmorhea State Park
Dive into the history, science, and significance of Balmorhea State Park on this accessible guided walking tour.
Aug
24
1:00p
End Date
Nature Center
Choke Canyon State Park - Calliham Unit
Come see (and touch!) skulls, feathers, skins and more! Learn about Calliham and Choke Canyon State Park. Great for kids!
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
25
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.
Aug
25
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.
Aug
25
9:00a
End Date
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 Painted buntings!
Aug
25
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?
Aug
25
11:00a
End Date
CCC-ienega Tour
Balmorhea State Park
Dive into the history, science, and significance of Balmorhea State Park on this accessible guided walking tour.
Aug
27
10:00a
End Date
Drawing 101: Art in the Park Conservation Series
Choke Canyon State Park - Calliham Unit
Come relax, unwind and record your time at Choke Canyon State Park with a piece of art!
Aug
27
1:00p
End Date
Nature Center
Choke Canyon State Park - Calliham Unit
Come see (and touch!) skulls, feathers, skins and more! Learn about Calliham and Choke Canyon State Park. Great for kids!
Aug
28
1:00p
End Date
Nature Center
Choke Canyon State Park - Calliham Unit
Come see (and touch!) skulls, feathers, skins and more! Learn about Calliham and Choke Canyon State Park. Great for kids!
Aug
29
1:00p
End Date
Nature Center
Choke Canyon State Park - Calliham Unit
Come see (and touch!) skulls, feathers, skins and more! Learn about Calliham and Choke Canyon State Park. Great for kids!
Aug
30
9:30a
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
10:30a
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!
Aug
30
2:00p
End Date
Aug
30
3:00p
End Date
Family Fishing
Choke Canyon State Park - Calliham Unit
Come use fishing poles and equipment for free!
Aug
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.
Aug
31
9:00a
End Date
Plant Survival Trail
Choke Canyon State Park - Calliham Unit
Lost in the woods? Come learn what plants you could use to survive in the wild!
Aug
31
9:30a
End Date
CCC Trail Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to learn about the Civilian Conservation Corps in our park!
Aug
31
1:00p
End Date
Nature Center
Choke Canyon State Park - Calliham Unit
Come see (and touch!) skulls, feathers, skins and more! Learn about Calliham and Choke Canyon State Park. Great for kids!
Aug
31
2:00p
End Date
Aug
31
9:00p
End Date
September 2024
Sep
1
9:00a
End Date
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 Painted buntings!
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
9:30a
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
6
8:45p
End Date
Sep
7
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.
Sep
7
9:00a
End Date
Sep
7
9:00a
End Date
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
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.
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
10:30a
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
8
9:00a
End Date
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 Painted buntings!
Sep
10
10:00a
End Date
Homeschool Class: Furs & Skulls
Martin Dies, Jr. State Park
“Homeschool Classes” are educational field trip style lessons, only open homeschool families. Open posting to view program description.
Sep
13
9:00a
End Date
Little Naturalists Preschool Class
Guadalupe River State Park
Experience Guadalupe River State Park as an outdoor classroom in this program for preschool-age kids!
Sep
13
9:30a
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
6:45p
End Date
Girl Scouts Love State Parks - Sunset Watercolors
Galveston Island State Park
Unleash your creative side and enjoy the island's best sunsets.
Sep
13
8:00p
End Date
Sep
14
9:00a
End Date
Sep
14
9:30a
End Date
CCC Trail Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to learn about the Civilian Conservation Corps in our park!
Sep
14
10:00a
End Date
Saturday Sit Down with the Superintendent - June 15th CANCELLED
Fort Boggy State Park
Sit down with the superintendent, JD Miller, to hear about the latest changes and future of Fort Boggy State Park.
Sep
14
10:00a
End Date
Girl Scouts Love State Parks - Geocaching 101
Galveston Island State Park
High-Tech Treasure Hunting Workshop
Sep
14
2:00p
End Date
Sep
14
4:00p
End Date
Girl Scouts Love State Parks - S'mores and Skills
Galveston Island State Park
Learn new outdoor skills or brush up on some you already know with dessert!
Sep
14
4:00p
End Date
Night Moves Run
Stephen F. Austin State Park
Trail Racing Over Texas' (TROT)nighttime party race just West of Houston at Stephen F. Austin State Park!
Sep
14
7:45p
End Date
Star Party with the San Antonio Astronomical Association
Guadalupe River State Park
Join us for stargazing and planet watching!
Sep
14
8:30p
End Date
Sep
15
9:00a
End Date
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 Painted buntings!
Sep
15
9:00a
End Date
Girl Scouts Love State Parks - Kayaking 101
Galveston Island State Park
Join a certified kayak guide to learn the basics of kayaking.
Sep
18
10:30a
End Date
Reading Ranger
Buescher State Park
Join Ranger Madalyn at the Smithville Public Library for themed book readings and a craft! All ages welcome!
Sep
20
9:30a
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
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.
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
10:00a
End Date
Sep
21
10:30a
End Date
Sep
21
11:00a
End Date
Wings on the Wind Festival
Abilene State Park
Join Texas Master Naturalists to learn about the mysteries of wind!
Sep
21
2:00p
End Date
Sep
21
6:30p
End Date
Music in the Park – Roger Martin
Caprock Canyons State Park & Trailway
No matter your taste in music, you're sure to find something you’ll like!
Sep
22
9:00a
End Date
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 Painted buntings!
Sep
25
5:30p
End Date
Project WILD Facilitator Training
Waco, TX - Mayborn Museum Complex
Training to conduct the Suite of Texas Project WILD workshops. Prerequisite of WILD educator workshop required.
Sep
26
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
27
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
27
9:00a
End Date
Little Naturalists Preschool Class
Guadalupe River State Park
Experience Guadalupe River State Park as an outdoor classroom in this program for preschool-age kids!
Sep
27
9:30a
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
2:00p
End Date
End of Month Update (Virtual)
Palo Pinto Mountains State Park
Log on and listen to updates on park construction!
Sep
27
8:00p
End Date
Sep
28
9:00a
End Date
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
9:00a
End Date
Bull Red Run-A-Palooza
Sea Center Texas
Join Sea Center Texas as we celebrate the fall BULL RED RUN!
8am – 9am Fun Run around the rearing ponds
9am – 11am Youth Public Fishing
10am – 12:30pm Ask the Experts, Redfish Education Stations
10am - 12:30pm Red drum hatchery tours
Food trucks all morning long
Sep
28
9:30a
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
June 1st event is Canceled - Let's View the Moon and Stars in the Park
Lake Whitney State Park
Park is closed due to flooding - July 20th should be next event!
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
9:00a
End Date
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 Painted buntings!
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
9:30a
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
8:00a
End Date
First Saturday Guided Hike
Government Canyon State Natural Area
Join dedicated volunteers for an informative and FUN hike at Government Canyon SNA.
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
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
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.
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
10:00a
End Date
Chuck Wagon Round-Up
Palo Duro Canyon State Park
Join us as we celebrate the living heritage of Palo Duro Canyon!
Oct
5
10:30a
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
5
8:00p
End Date
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
6
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!
Oct
11
9:00a
End Date
Little Naturalists Preschool Class
Guadalupe River State Park
Experience Guadalupe River State Park as an outdoor classroom in this program for preschool-age kids!
Oct
11
9:30a
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
9:00a
End Date
Lake Brownwood Bash
Lake Brownwood State Park
Join us for a day of learning and fun to celebrate our 90th birthday!
Oct
12
9:30a
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
12
5:30p
End Date
Fall Forest Fest
Stephen F. Austin State Park
Come to Stephen F. Austin State Park for a spooktacular evening of family-fun!
Oct
12
7:45p
End Date
Star Party with the San Antonio Astronomical Association
Guadalupe River State Park
Join us for stargazing and planet watching!
Oct
16
10:30a
End Date
Reading Ranger
Buescher State Park
Join Ranger Madalyn at the Smithville Public Library for themed book readings and a craft! All ages welcome!
Oct
18
9:30a
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
10:30a
End Date
Oct
19
2:00p
End Date
Oct
19
5:00p
End Date
Boo in the Park 2024
Lake Tawakoni State Park
Welcome to our annual "Boo in the Park" celebration. Bring the family out for a campsite decorating contest, pumpkin carving contest, and trick or treating.
Oct
19
8:00p
End Date
June 1st event is Canceled - Let's View the Moon and Stars in the Park
Lake Whitney State Park
Park is closed due to flooding - July 20th should be next event!
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
20
3:00p
End Date
Sea Center Spooktacular
Sea Center Texas
Join Sea Center Texas for our annual Halloween Spooktacular. Sunday, October 20th from 3pm-6pm.
Oct
25
9:00a
End Date
Little Naturalists Preschool Class
Guadalupe River State Park
Experience Guadalupe River State Park as an outdoor classroom in this program for preschool-age kids!
Oct
25
9:30a
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
2:00p
End Date
End of Month Update (Virtual)
Palo Pinto Mountains State Park
Log on and listen to updates on park construction!
Oct
25
8:00p
End Date
Oct
26
9:30a
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
3:00p
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
9:30a
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
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
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.
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
10:30a
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
9:00a
End Date
Little Naturalists Preschool Class
Guadalupe River State Park
Experience Guadalupe River State Park as an outdoor classroom in this program for preschool-age kids!
Nov
8
9:30a
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
9:30a
End Date
CCC Trail Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to learn about the Civilian Conservation Corps in our park!
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
2:00p
End Date
Nov
9
7:45p
End Date
Star Party with the San Antonio Astronomical Association
Guadalupe River State Park
Join us for stargazing and planet watching!
Nov
10
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!
Nov
15
9:30a
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
10:30a
End Date
Nov
16
2:00p
End Date
Nov
20
10:30a
End Date
Reading Ranger
Buescher State Park
Join Ranger Madalyn at the Smithville Public Library for themed book readings and a craft! All ages welcome!
Nov
20
3:00p
End Date
Project WILD Facilitator Training
Seguin, TX - Seguin Outdoor Learning Center
Training to conduct the Suite of Texas Project WILD workshops. Prerequisite of WILD educator workshop required.
Nov
22
9:00a
End Date
Little Naturalists Preschool Class
Guadalupe River State Park
Experience Guadalupe River State Park as an outdoor classroom in this program for preschool-age kids!
Nov
22
9:30a
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
2:00p
End Date
End of Month Update (Virtual)
Palo Pinto Mountains State Park
Log on and listen to updates on park construction!
Nov
22
7:00p
End Date
Nov
22
8:00p
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
23
End Date
Star Party with Hill Country Astronomers
Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
Join the Hill Country Astronomers for a night of telescope stargazing at a Dark Sky Park.
Nov
23
9:30a
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
9:30a
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
10:30a
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
9:30a
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
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.
Dec
7
9:00a
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
9:30a
End Date
CCC Trail Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to learn about the Civilian Conservation Corps in our park!
Dec
7
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.
Dec
7
2:00p
End Date
Dec
13
9:00a
End Date
Little Naturalists Preschool Class
Guadalupe River State Park
Experience Guadalupe River State Park as an outdoor classroom in this program for preschool-age kids!
Dec
13
9:30a
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
10:00a
End Date
Saturday Sit Down with the Superintendent - June 15th CANCELLED
Fort Boggy State Park
Sit down with the superintendent, JD Miller, to hear about the latest changes and future of Fort Boggy State Park.
Dec
14
10:30a
End Date
Dec
14
1:00p
End Date
Christmas with the Fishes
Sea Center Texas
Join Sea Center Texas for an underwater Christmas spectacular.
Dec
14
2:00p
End Date
Dec
14
5:00p
End Date
Twinkle Tour 2024
Lake Tawakoni State Park
Join us for our annual Twinkle Tour at Lake Tawakoni State Park. Enjoy all the festive Christmas lights and listen to a reading of The Night Before Christmas at the amphitheater.
Dec
14
6:00p
End Date
Dec
18
10:30a
End Date
Reading Ranger
Buescher State Park
Join Ranger Madalyn at the Smithville Public Library for themed book readings and a craft! All ages welcome!
Dec
20
9:30a
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
21
9:30a
End Date
CCC Trail Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to learn about the Civilian Conservation Corps in our park!
Dec
21
8:00p
End Date
Dec
27
9:00a
End Date
Little Naturalists Preschool Class
Guadalupe River State Park
Experience Guadalupe River State Park as an outdoor classroom in this program for preschool-age kids!
Dec
27
9:30a
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
27
2:00p
End Date
End of Month Update (Virtual)
Palo Pinto Mountains State Park
Log on and listen to updates on park construction!
Dec
28
9:00a
End Date
Dec
28
10:30a
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
9:30a
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!
Jan
4
9:30a
End Date
CCC Trail Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to learn about the Civilian Conservation Corps in our park!
Jan
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.
Jan
10
9:30a
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!
Jan
11
10:30a
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
15
10:30a
End Date
Reading Ranger
Buescher State Park
Join Ranger Madalyn at the Smithville Public Library for themed book readings and a craft! All ages welcome!
Jan
17
9:30a
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!
Jan
18
9:30a
End Date
CCC Trail Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to learn about the Civilian Conservation Corps in our park!
Jan
24
9:30a
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!
Jan
24
2:00p
End Date
End of Month Update (Virtual)
Palo Pinto Mountains State Park
Log on and listen to updates on park construction!
Jan
25
8:30a
End Date
Jan
25
10:30a
End Date
Jan
31
9:30a
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!
February 2025
Feb
1
9:30a
End Date
CCC Trail Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to learn about the Civilian Conservation Corps in our park!
Feb
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.
Feb
7
9:30a
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!
Feb
8
10:30a
End Date
Feb
14
9:30a
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!
Feb
15
9:30a
End Date
CCC Trail Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to learn about the Civilian Conservation Corps in our park!
Feb
19
10:30a
End Date
Reading Ranger
Buescher State Park
Join Ranger Madalyn at the Smithville Public Library for themed book readings and a craft! All ages welcome!
Feb
21
9:30a
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!
Feb
22
10:30a
End Date
Feb
28
9:30a
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!
Feb
28
2:00p
End Date
End of Month Update (Virtual)
Palo Pinto Mountains State Park
Log on and listen to updates on park construction!
March 2025
Mar
1
9:30a
End Date
CCC Trail Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to learn about the Civilian Conservation Corps in our park!
Mar
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.
Mar
7
9:30a
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
8
10:30a
End Date
Mar
14
9:30a
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
15
9:30a
End Date
CCC Trail Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to learn about the Civilian Conservation Corps in our park!
Mar
19
10:30a
End Date
Reading Ranger
Buescher State Park
Join Ranger Madalyn at the Smithville Public Library for themed book readings and a craft! All ages welcome!
Mar
21
9:30a
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
22
10:30a
End Date
Mar
28
9:30a
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
28
2:00p
End Date
End of Month Update (Virtual)
Palo Pinto Mountains State Park
Log on and listen to updates on park construction!
Mar
29
9:30a
End Date
CCC Trail Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to learn about the Civilian Conservation Corps in our park!
April 2025
Apr
4
9:30a
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
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
5
10:30a
End Date
Apr
11
9:30a
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
9:30a
End Date
CCC Trail Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to learn about the Civilian Conservation Corps in our park!
Apr
16
10:30a
End Date
Reading Ranger
Buescher State Park
Join Ranger Madalyn at the Smithville Public Library for themed book readings and a craft! All ages welcome!
Apr
18
9:30a
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
10:30a
End Date
Apr
25
9:30a
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
9:30a
End Date
CCC Trail Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to learn about the Civilian Conservation Corps in our park!
May 2025
May
2
9:30a
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
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
3
10:30a
End Date
May
9
9:30a
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
9:30a
End Date
CCC Trail Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to learn about the Civilian Conservation Corps in our park!
May
16
9:30a
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
10:30a
End Date
May
21
10:30a
End Date
Reading Ranger
Buescher State Park
Join Ranger Madalyn at the Smithville Public Library for themed book readings and a craft! All ages welcome!
May
23
9:30a
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
9:30a
End Date
CCC Trail Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to learn about the Civilian Conservation Corps in our park!
May
30
9:30a
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
10:30a
End Date
June 2025
Jun
6
9:30a
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
9:30a
End Date
CCC Trail Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to learn about the Civilian Conservation Corps in our park!
Jun
7
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
13
9:30a
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
10:30a
End Date
Jun
20
9:30a
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
9:30a
End Date
CCC Trail Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to learn about the Civilian Conservation Corps in our park!
Jun
27
9:30a
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
10:30a
End Date
July 2025
Jul
4
9:30a
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
9:30a
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CCC Trail Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
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Jul
11
9:30a
End Date
Wilderness Survival Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
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Jul
12
10:30a
End Date
Jul
18
9:30a
End Date
Wilderness Survival Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
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Jul
19
9:30a
End Date
CCC Trail Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
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Jul
25
9:30a
End Date
Wilderness Survival Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
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Jul
26
10:30a
End Date
August 2025
Aug
1
9:30a
End Date
Wilderness Survival Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
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Aug
2
9:30a
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CCC Trail Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
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Aug
8
9:30a
End Date
Wilderness Survival Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
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Aug
9
10:30a
End Date
Aug
15
9:30a
End Date
Wilderness Survival Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
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Aug
16
9:30a
End Date
CCC Trail Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
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Aug
22
9:30a
End Date
Wilderness Survival Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
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Aug
23
10:30a
End Date
Aug
29
9:30a
End Date
Wilderness Survival Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
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Aug
30
9:30a
End Date
CCC Trail Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
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September 2025
Sep
5
9:30a
End Date
Wilderness Survival Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
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Sep
6
10:30a
End Date
Sep
12
9:30a
End Date
Wilderness Survival Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
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Sep
13
9:30a
End Date
CCC Trail Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
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Sep
19
9:30a
End Date
Wilderness Survival Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
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Sep
20
10:30a
End Date
Sep
26
9:30a
End Date
Wilderness Survival Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
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Sep
27
9:30a
End Date
CCC Trail Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
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October 2025
Oct
3
9:30a
End Date
Wilderness Survival Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
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Oct
4
10:30a
End Date
Oct
10
9:30a
End Date
Wilderness Survival Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
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Oct
11
9:30a
End Date
CCC Trail Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
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Oct
17
9:30a
End Date
Wilderness Survival Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
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Oct
18
10:30a
End Date
Oct
24
9:30a
End Date
Wilderness Survival Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
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Oct
25
9:30a
End Date
CCC Trail Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
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Oct
31
9:30a
End Date
Wilderness Survival Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
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November 2025
Nov
1
10:30a
End Date
Nov
7
9:30a
End Date
Wilderness Survival Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
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Nov
8
9:30a
End Date
CCC Trail Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
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Nov
14
9:30a
End Date
Wilderness Survival Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
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Nov
15
10:30a
End Date
Nov
21
9:30a
End Date
Wilderness Survival Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
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Nov
22
9:30a
End Date
CCC Trail Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
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Nov
28
9:30a
End Date
Wilderness Survival Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
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Nov
29
10:30a
End Date
December 2025
Dec
5
9:30a
End Date
Wilderness Survival Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
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Dec
6
9:30a
End Date
CCC Trail Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
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Dec
12
9:30a
End Date
Wilderness Survival Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
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Dec
13
10:30a
End Date
Dec
19
9:30a
End Date
Wilderness Survival Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
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Dec
20
9:30a
End Date
CCC Trail Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
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Dec
26
9:30a
End Date
Wilderness Survival Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
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Dec
27
10:30a
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
9:30a
End Date
CCC Trail Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
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Jan
10
10:30a
End Date
Jan
17
9:30a
End Date
CCC Trail Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
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Jan
24
10:30a
End Date
Jan
31
8:30a
End Date
Jan
31
9:30a
End Date
CCC Trail Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to learn about the Civilian Conservation Corps in our park!
February 2026
Feb
7
10:30a
End Date
Feb
21
10:30a
End Date
March 2026
Mar
7
10:30a
End Date
Mar
21
10:30a
End Date
April 2026
Apr
4
10:30a
End Date
Apr
18
10:30a
End Date
May 2026
May
2
10:30a
End Date
May
16
10:30a
End Date
May
30
10:30a
End Date
June 2026
Jun
13
10:30a
End Date
Jun
27
10:30a
End Date
July 2026
Jul
11
10:30a
End Date
Jul
25
10:30a
End Date
August 2026
Aug
8
10:30a
End Date
Aug
22
10:30a
End Date
September 2026
Sep
5
10:30a
End Date
Sep
19
10:30a
End Date
October 2026
Oct
3
10:30a
End Date
Oct
17
10:30a
End Date
Oct
31
10:30a
End Date
November 2026
Nov
14
10:30a
End Date
Nov
28
10:30a
End Date
December 2026
Dec
12
10:30a
End Date
Dec
26
10:30a
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
10:30a
End Date
Jan
23
10:30a
End Date
Jan
30
8:30a
End Date
February 2027
Feb
6
10:30a
End Date
Feb
20
10:30a
End Date
March 2027
Mar
6
10:30a
End Date
Mar
20
10:30a
End Date
April 2027
Apr
3
10:30a
End Date
Apr
17
10:30a
End Date
May 2027
May
1
10:30a
End Date
May
15
10:30a
End Date
May
29
10:30a
End Date
June 2027
Jun
12
10:30a
End Date
Jun
26
10:30a
End Date
July 2027
Jul
10
10:30a
End Date
Jul
24
10:30a
End Date
August 2027
Aug
7
10:30a
End Date
Aug
21
10:30a
End Date
September 2027
Sep
4
10:30a
End Date
Sep
18
10:30a
End Date
October 2027
Oct
2
10:30a
End Date
Oct
16
10:30a
End Date
Oct
30
10:30a
End Date
November 2027
Nov
13
10:30a
End Date
Nov
27
10:30a
End Date
December 2027
Dec
11
10:30a
End Date
Dec
25
10:30a
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
10:30a
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