Birding
May 2024
May
8
8:00a
End Date
Birding Hike
Brazos Bend State Park
Brazos Bend State Park is home to over 300 species of birds making it the perfect place to bird-watch all year round!
May
9
8:00a
End Date
Birding Hike
Brazos Bend State Park
Brazos Bend State Park is home to over 300 species of birds making it the perfect place to bird-watch all year round!
May
10
End Date
Great Texas Birding Classic - Big Sit!
Martin Dies, Jr. State Park
**Please note this program has changed date and location. It will now be offered on May 10** Our local Texas Master Naturalists are competing in the Great Texas Birding Classic. Stop by to learn about the birds they've observed or how to become a Master Naturalist
May
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!
May
10
3:00p
End Date
Bayside Birds and Binoculars
Mustang Island State Park
Explore the bayside of Mustang Island on an easy one-mile journey
May
11
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!
May
11
8:30a
End Date
May
11
8:30a
End Date
Bird Walk 101
Palmetto State Park
Join us on this guided hike to learn about the birds that call Palmetto SP home.
May
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.
May
11
9:00a
End Date
May
11
9:00a
End Date
Intro to Birding
Sea Rim State Park
Become familiar with the basics of binoculars and learn to recognize a few of Sea Rim's more common birds!
May
11
10:00a
End Date
Golden-cheeked Warblers: Native Texan Songbirds
Guadalupe River State Park
Learn about Golden-cheeked Warblers and then join Ranger Jessica on a brief walk to try to see or hear one!
May
11
11:30a
End Date
May
12
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.
May
12
9:30a
End Date
Sunday Stroll with a Ranger
Stephen F. Austin State Park
Join our Interpretive Ranger on a 1-2 mile a guided walk discovering the Bottomland Forest.
May
12
10:00a
End Date
Bay Exploration
Galveston Island State Park
Explore the marsh and bay ecosystems, on land and below the surface.
May
15
3:00p
End Date
Bayside Birds and Binoculars
Mustang Island State Park
Explore the bayside of Mustang Island on an easy one-mile journey
May
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!
May
18
8:30a
End Date
Birdwatching with a Ranger
Lake Bob Sandlin State Park
Join us to learn the skills and tools to watch birds!
May
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.
May
18
9:00a
End Date
May
18
9:00a
End Date
Front Porch Birding
South Llano River State Park
Join a Ranger on the front porch of the Buck House for some birding.
May
18
9:00a
End Date
Intro to Birding
Sea Rim State Park
Become familiar with the basics of binoculars and learn to recognize a few of Sea Rim's more common birds!
May
18
10:00a
End Date
Bay Exploration
Galveston Island State Park
Explore the marsh and bay ecosystems, on land and below the surface.
May
18
1:00p
End Date
May
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!
May
18
5:00p
End Date
S'mores and Skills
Sea Rim State Park
Celebrate National Kids to Parks Day by learning a new skill and making some s'mores!
May
18
7:00p
End Date
Expert Talk-Erin Cori with Bats International
Inks Lake State Park
Learn about these flying mammals from a real wildlife rehabilitator!
May
19
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.
May
19
9:30a
End Date
Sunday Stroll with a Ranger
Stephen F. Austin State Park
Join our Interpretive Ranger on a 1-2 mile a guided walk discovering the Bottomland Forest.
May
21
6:00p
End Date
Birding for Beginners
McKinney Falls State Park
Come see the wonderful variety of resident and migratory birds the park has to offer!
May
23
8:30a
End Date
Self-Guided Birding Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
Join us to see how many birds you can find on our checklist!
May
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!
May
25
8:30a
End Date
Birdwatching with a Ranger
Lake Bob Sandlin State Park
Join us to learn the skills and tools to watch birds!
May
25
8:30a
End Date
Ask a Birder - Agarita/Lora's
South Llano River State Park
Come ask your burning birding questions to some knowledgeable Birders.
May
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.
May
25
9:00a
End Date
Migratory Birds
San Angelo State Park
Come learn about migratory birds with Jana at the Wildlife Viewing Area.
May
25
9:00a
End Date
May
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!
May
25
6:00p
End Date
Expert Talk-Owls
Inks Lake State Park
Retired Game Warden Michael Mitchell will give a presentation about native owls and how to attract your own at your house.
May
25
8:00p
End Date
May
26
8:30a
End Date
Ask a Birder - Juniper/Acorn
South Llano River State Park
Come ask your burning birding questions to some knowledgeable Birders.
May
26
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.
May
26
9:00a
End Date
Birding with a Ranger
Pedernales Falls State Park
Join our park ranger in viewing local and migrating birds!
May
26
9:30a
End Date
Sunday Stroll with a Ranger
Stephen F. Austin State Park
Join our Interpretive Ranger on a 1-2 mile a guided walk discovering the Bottomland Forest.
May
26
10:00a
End Date
Bay Exploration
Galveston Island State Park
Explore the marsh and bay ecosystems, on land and below the surface.
May
30
9:30a
End Date
Birding 101 Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to learn about our feathered friends in the park!
May
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!
May
31
3:00p
End Date
Bayside Birds and Binoculars
Mustang Island State Park
Explore the bayside of Mustang Island on an easy one-mile journey
June 2024
Jun
1
8:00a
End Date
Painted Bunting Walk
Government Canyon State Natural Area
Search for one of the most colorful birds in Texas at Government Canyon.
Jun
1
8:30a
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
2
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
7
6:30p
End Date
Galveston Island State Park | Two Night Event | Texas Outdoor Family | Houston Area (Registration Open)
Galveston Island State Park
Join us for a fun-filled weekend and discover the joys of camping in your Texas State Parks.
Jun
8
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!
Jun
8
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
8
9:00a
End Date
Jun
9
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
15
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
16
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
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
9:00a
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
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
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.
July 2024
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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.
August 2024
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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.
September 2024
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
28
8:00a
End Date
Birding Hike
Brazos Bend State Park
Brazos Bend State Park is home to over 300 species of birds making it the perfect place to bird-watch all year round!
Sep
28
9:00a
End Date
Birding for Beginners
Government Canyon State Natural Area
Was that a kinglet, or a kingbird? Learn how you can add birding to your outdoor skills set.
Sep
29
8:00a
End Date
Birding Hike
Brazos Bend State Park
Brazos Bend State Park is home to over 300 species of birds making it the perfect place to bird-watch all year round!
October 2024
Oct
4
8:00a
End Date
Birding Hike
Brazos Bend State Park
Brazos Bend State Park is home to over 300 species of birds making it the perfect place to bird-watch all year round!
Oct
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!
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
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!
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!