All Events
July 2021
Jul
31
End Date
Fate Bell's Pictograph Shelter/Canyon Guided Walking Tour
Seminole Canyon State Park & Historic Site
For the month(s) of June, July and August the park will be offering one guided-only hike at 10am to go down into the canyon to view pictographs (ancient drawings) on Wednesday through Sunday. No tours are available on Monday and Tuesday. For more information to plan your visit, click on blue title (above) for FAQs. NO PETS ALLOWED
Please note: there are designated trails for hiking and biking that park visitors may do on their own, no access into the canyon without being on the guided tour.
Jul
31
7:30a
End Date
Rising From the Ashes
Bastrop State Park
Come hit the trails with a park ranger and learn about the fire of 2011 and how our Lost Pines are recovering!
Jul
31
8:15a
End Date
Bird & Nature Hike
Resaca de la Palma State Park
Join us on a morning adventure through the park! This program is open to anyone wanting to enjoy the outdoors and learn a little about the park. We will look for birds and other critters as well as enjoy the scenery!
Jul
31
8:30a
End Date
World Birding Center Bird Walks
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!
Jul
31
8:30a
End Date
Paddle with a Park Ranger
Goose Island State Park
*Reservations Required* The bay is calling, and I must go...
Jul
31
8:30a
End Date
Jul
31
9:00a
End Date
Jul
31
9:00a
End Date
Jul
31
9:00a
End Date
Birding 101 at the Wildlife Viewing Station
Inks Lake State Park
Learn to ID birds by shape, color, song and behavior.
Jul
31
9:00a
End Date
Honey Creek Nature Hike - 7/31/21
Honey Creek State Natural Area
Experience the natural and cultural history of Honey Creek!
Jul
31
9:00a
End Date
Jul
31
9:00a
End Date
Celebrating Texas Buffalo Soldiers Month
Tyler State Park
Join 1st Sgt. Padilla and Lt. Dolifka as they celebrate Texas Buffalo Soldiers Month at Tyler State Park.
Jul
31
9:30a
End Date
Struggling Towards Harmony, Guided Hike
Mission Tejas State Park
Explore how forests fight to grow and regenerate over time.
Jul
31
9:45a
End Date
Kayaking 101
Mustang Island State Park
Want to learn the basics of kayaking? In this two-hour program we will learn to paddle in the safe environment of Fish Pass where the water is only about 24-36".
Jul
31
10:00a
End Date
Jul
31
10:00a
End Date
Track Talk
Dinosaur Valley State Park
Gather round and hear the 113-million-year-old story of our dinosaur tracks!
Jul
31
10:00a
End Date
Ask-A-Ranger Facebook Live Broadcast
Huntsville State Park
Weekly Online chat about Park News, Events, Pass Availability and a chance to ask questions.
Jul
31
10:00a
End Date
Aquatic Explorations!
Buescher State Park
Let's get our hands wet as we learn about the critters that call Buescher Lake home! Have some cool fun during the hot Texas summer!
Jul
31
10:00a
End Date
Jul
31
10:00a
End Date
Children's Storytime (Virtual Event)
Martin Dies, Jr. State Park
Join us on Facebook live to hear a nature-based children's story.
Jul
31
10:00a
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.
Jul
31
10:00a
End Date
Junior Ranger Campsite Detectives **CANCELED**
Garner State Park
Calling all current and future Jr. Rangers!
Jul
31
10:00a
End Date
Jul
31
10:00a
End Date
Jul
31
10:00a
End Date
Longhorn & Bison Viewing
San Angelo State Park
The Longhorn & Bison tour showcases a small portion of the Official State of Texas Longhorn herd, and goes into the history of the Longhorn on how they shaped Texas centuries ago. You will also see our herd of American Bison and learn of their importance to the Native Americans, and how they once roamed across North America.
Jul
31
10:30a
End Date
Caprock Van Tour
Caprock Canyons State Park & Trailway
A guided vehicle tour through the park with a ranger! Reservations Required.
Jul
31
10:30a
End Date
Jul
31
11:00a
End Date
Jul
31
11:00a
End Date
Skins, Skulls, Scales and Scat
Pedernales Falls State Park
See, feel, and smell examples of local Hill Country Wildlife!
Jul
31
12:30p
End Date
Water Color by the Waters Edge
Buescher State Park
Come enjoy life by the edge of the water! We will learn about En Plein Air painting and make a memory to take home!
Jul
31
2:00p
End Date
Jul
31
2:00p
End Date
Virtual Snake Talk
Martin Dies, Jr. State Park
Join us from the comfort of your home, RV or campsite to find out how snakes keep you safe.
Jul
31
2:00p
End Date
Bison Supercenter
Caprock Canyons State Park & Trailway
Where did people go for all their needs in the past? The Bison Supercenter!
Jul
31
2:00p
End Date
Leave No Trace Hike
San Angelo State Park
Join a Park Ranger on a guided hike to learn the principles of Leave No Trace. This knowledge will help you be better prepared out on the trail, and goes into detail on how to best coexist with our environment.
Jul
31
2:30p
End Date
Weekend Wildside (Virtual)
Estero Llano Grande State Park
We'll Walk on the Wild Side Weekly - and we'll show you how to walk on the wild side, too, on Facebook! Just visit or <like> our page on Facebook and join us every Saturday afternoon at 2:30 pm.
Jul
31
3:00p
End Date
Snakes Alive! Ranger-Led Talk
Snakes are cool! How cool? They are ectothermic!
Jul
31
3:00p
End Date
Jul
31
3:00p
End Date
Jul
31
3:30p
End Date
Track Talk
Dinosaur Valley State Park
Gather round and hear the 113-million-year-old story of our dinosaur tracks!
Jul
31
3:30p
End Date
Jul
31
4:00p
End Date
Leave No Trace Hike
San Angelo State Park
Join a Park Ranger on a guided hike to learn the principles of Leave No Trace. This knowledge will help you be better prepared out on the trail, and goes into detail on how to best coexist with our environment.
Jul
31
6:00p
End Date
Create Your Own Planisphere!
Lake Livingston State Park
Create your own planisphere, which is a map of the night sky that you can adjust for any date and time!
Jul
31
8:00p
End Date
AAS Star Party
Inks Lake State Park
View stars on the Central Park Lawn with AAS Volunteers and their telescopes!
Jul
31
8:30p
End Date
Summer Nights- Night Hike *Changes made for July 10*
Goliad State Park & Historic Site
See the park after dark on a guided hike with a ranger.
Jul
31
8:30p
End Date
Jul
31
9:00p
End Date
Jul
31
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
31
9:00p
End Date
Star Stories: Stargazing at the Park!
Lake Livingston State Park
Learn about the stars and constellations visible above East Texas.
Jul
31
9:30p
End Date
Summertime Stargazing
Lockhart State Park
Discover the wonders of the Summer Sky in this special stargazing event!
Jul
31
9:30p
End Date
Marvel at the Moon and Stars
Goose Island State Park
Let's look to the sky to marvel at the moon and see stories in the stars.
August 2021
Aug
1
End Date
Fate Bell's Pictograph Shelter/Canyon Guided Walking Tour
Seminole Canyon State Park & Historic Site
For the month(s) of June, July and August the park will be offering one guided-only hike at 10am to go down into the canyon to view pictographs (ancient drawings) on Wednesday through Sunday. No tours are available on Monday and Tuesday. For more information to plan your visit, click on blue title (above) for FAQs. NO PETS ALLOWED
Please note: there are designated trails for hiking and biking that park visitors may do on their own, no access into the canyon without being on the guided tour.
Aug
1
8:30a
End Date
Aug
1
8:30a
End Date
What's Bugging You?
San Angelo State Park
Scared of bugs? Like Bugs? Want to know more about bugs? Come take a walk with us and learn about our native insects and the roles they play in our environment.
Aug
1
9:00a
End Date
Bird Sleuths of the Two Bridges Trail
Lake Whitney State Park
Explore the 1-mile trail with a master naturalist as you become a bird sleuth.
Call or email Rita at the park to sign up. Group sizes will be limited to 12 to allow distancing and ability to hear everything.
Aug
1
10:00a
End Date
Track Talk
Dinosaur Valley State Park
Gather round and hear the 113-million-year-old story of our dinosaur tracks!
Aug
1
10:00a
End Date
Aug
1
10:00a
End Date
Aug
1
11:00a
End Date
Geocaching 101
Pedernales Falls State Park
Join millions of others in the largest game of scavenger hunt!
Aug
1
2:00p
End Date
Electric Tram Tour
Estero Llano Grande State Park
Join us on a narrated ranger-driven, two-hour tour of the park in a quiet electric tram. Reservations required.
Aug
1
2:00p
End Date
JR. Ranger LNT Investigators
San Angelo State Park
Jr. Rangers we need your help!! Come learn the 7 principles of Leave No Trace and then put your knowledge to the test by investigating one of our campsites for LNT mistakes.
Aug
1
2:00p
End Date
Aug
1
2:30p
End Date
Junior Ranger Explorers
Resaca de la Palma State Park
Earn Junior Ranger pins by completing an activity journal with a ranger.
Aug
1
3:30p
End Date
Track Talk
Dinosaur Valley State Park
Gather round and hear the 113-million-year-old story of our dinosaur tracks!
Aug
4
End Date
Fate Bell's Pictograph Shelter/Canyon Guided Walking Tour
Seminole Canyon State Park & Historic Site
For the month(s) of June, July and August the park will be offering one guided-only hike at 10am to go down into the canyon to view pictographs (ancient drawings) on Wednesday through Sunday. No tours are available on Monday and Tuesday. For more information to plan your visit, click on blue title (above) for FAQs. NO PETS ALLOWED
Please note: there are designated trails for hiking and biking that park visitors may do on their own, no access into the canyon without being on the guided tour.
Aug
5
End Date
Fate Bell's Pictograph Shelter/Canyon Guided Walking Tour
Seminole Canyon State Park & Historic Site
For the month(s) of June, July and August the park will be offering one guided-only hike at 10am to go down into the canyon to view pictographs (ancient drawings) on Wednesday through Sunday. No tours are available on Monday and Tuesday. For more information to plan your visit, click on blue title (above) for FAQs. NO PETS ALLOWED
Please note: there are designated trails for hiking and biking that park visitors may do on their own, no access into the canyon without being on the guided tour.
Aug
5
9:00a
End Date
Scenic Overlook Nature Hike
Guadalupe River State Park
Join us every Thursday this summer for an easy nature hike with a beautiful view!
Aug
5
9:00a
End Date
Hike with a Ranger! 9am -11AM
South Llano River State Park
Hike the West Canyon Loop trail with a ranger!
Aug
5
10:00a
End Date
Tots on Trails - Registration Required - Storytime and binoculars!
Martin Dies, Jr. State Park
Toddler Park Programs - Storytime and binocular arts and crafts
Aug
5
11:00a
End Date
Aug
5
2:30p
End Date
Aug
5
8:00p
End Date
What Drives You Batty?
Dinosaur Valley State Park
Come learn why bats are so important to our ecosystems!
Aug
6
End Date
Fate Bell's Pictograph Shelter/Canyon Guided Walking Tour
Seminole Canyon State Park & Historic Site
For the month(s) of June, July and August the park will be offering one guided-only hike at 10am to go down into the canyon to view pictographs (ancient drawings) on Wednesday through Sunday. No tours are available on Monday and Tuesday. For more information to plan your visit, click on blue title (above) for FAQs. NO PETS ALLOWED
Please note: there are designated trails for hiking and biking that park visitors may do on their own, no access into the canyon without being on the guided tour.
Aug
6
8:30a
End Date
Paddle with a Park Ranger
Goose Island State Park
*Reservations Required* The bay is calling, and I must go...
Aug
6
9:00a
End Date
Story Walk Watercolor
South Llano River State Park
Come read an awesome story and create something to make your stay memorable !
Aug
6
9:00a
End Date
Project WILD Workshop
Spring, TX - Dennis Johnston Park, Big Stone Lodge
Registration CLOSED - workshop is full. Learn to share conservation with children: Professional Development for anyone who works with children
Aug
6
9:00a
End Date
From Hatching to Catching - Summer Camp
Sea Center Texas
It’s time to register for Sea Center Texas’ Summer Camp Series! Four different camps will be offered on Fridays throughout the summer. Register for one or for all!
Aug
6
9:00a
End Date
Friday Morning Moments of Nature
Martin Dies, Jr. State Park
Join Ranger Amy in person or FB live for morning moments of nature.
Aug
6
10:00a
End Date
Reading with a Ranger Library Program
Woodville, TX - Allan Shivers Library & Museum
Join us for reading a Park Ranger selected book.
Aug
6
12:00p
End Date
ONLINE PROGRAM | Fun Facts: Prickly Pear Cactus
Facebook/WylerAerialTramwayStatePark
Have you eaten a "tuna" or prickly pear fruit? If you live in the Chihuahuan Desert you probably have!
Aug
6
2:00p
End Date
Aug
6
2:00p
End Date
Wildflower Walk
Lake Brownwood State Park
Join us to learn about flowers in bloom and other plants in the park!
Aug
6
3:00p
End Date
Nature Journaling
Mustang Island State Park
Brush up on your art skills and find a new way to document your experience
Aug
6
6:30p
End Date
Bat Tour
Caprock Canyons State Park & Trailway
Join us on a guided vehicle tour to historic Clarity Tunnel for the bat emergence flight. Reservations are required. Please call the park at (806)455-1492 for reservations.
Aug
6
8:30p
End Date
Aug
6
8:45p
End Date
Spider Sniffing Walk
Lake Brownwood State Park
Take a nighttime walk with us to learn how to sniff out spiders!
Aug
7
End Date
Fate Bell's Pictograph Shelter/Canyon Guided Walking Tour
Seminole Canyon State Park & Historic Site
For the month(s) of June, July and August the park will be offering one guided-only hike at 10am to go down into the canyon to view pictographs (ancient drawings) on Wednesday through Sunday. No tours are available on Monday and Tuesday. For more information to plan your visit, click on blue title (above) for FAQs. NO PETS ALLOWED
Please note: there are designated trails for hiking and biking that park visitors may do on their own, no access into the canyon without being on the guided tour.
Aug
7
7:30a
End Date
Yoga Hike
Palo Duro Canyon State Park
Join a yoga instructor and park rangers on this easy-to-moderate slow-flow yoga hike!
Aug
7
9:00a
End Date
Birding 101 at the Wildlife Viewing Station
Inks Lake State Park
Learn to ID birds by shape, color, song and behavior.
Aug
7
9:00a
End Date
Aug
7
9:00a
End Date
Honey Creek Nature Hike - 08/07/21
Honey Creek State Natural Area
Experience the natural and cultural history of Honey Creek!
Aug
7
9:00a
End Date
Angler Education Instructor Training Workshop
San Antonio, TX - Mayfield Park Baptist Church
Become a TPWD Certified Angler Education Instructor
Aug
7
9:00a
End Date
Aug
7
9:30a
End Date
Aug
7
10:00a
End Date
Morning Chat with the Ranger
Bonham State Park
Have a burning question or concern? This is the perfect time to find the answers.
Aug
7
10:00a
End Date
Aug
7
10:00a
End Date
Bonham State Park Photo Scavenger Hunt
Bonham State Park
Challenge your knowledge of the park and your photography skills.
Aug
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!
Aug
7
10:00a
End Date
Ask-A-Ranger Facebook Live Broadcast
Huntsville State Park
Weekly Online chat about Park News, Events, Pass Availability and a chance to ask questions.
Aug
7
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
7
10:00a
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.
Aug
7
10:00a
End Date
Aug
7
10:00a
End Date
Nature Hike - Lake Sullivan
Fort Boggy State Park
Come learn about the plants and animals that call Lake Sullivan home!
Aug
7
10:00a
End Date
Longhorn & Bison Viewing
San Angelo State Park
The Longhorn & Bison tour showcases a small portion of the Official State of Texas Longhorn herd, and goes into the history of the Longhorn on how they shaped Texas centuries ago. You will also see our herd of American Bison and learn of their importance to the Native Americans, and how they once roamed across North America.
Aug
7
10:00a
End Date
Aug
7
10:00a
End Date
Aug
7
10:00a
End Date
Nature Walk
Stephen F. Austin State Park
Join us for a short hike as we learn about the native plants that inhabit the three ecozones present at Stephen F. Austin State Park.
Aug
7
10:30a
End Date
Aug
7
11:00a
End Date
Project WILD Workshop
Sea Center Texas
Learn to share conservation with children: Professional Development for anyone who works with children
Aug
7
11:00a
End Date
Overlook Hike
Dinosaur Valley State Park
Grab your boots and join a ranger for a hike to the best view in the park!
Aug
7
2:00p
End Date
Aug
7
2:00p
End Date
Wildflower Walk
Lake Brownwood State Park
Join us to learn about flowers in bloom and other plants in the park!
Aug
7
2:00p
End Date
Gyotaku Fish Printing
San Angelo State Park
Come learn about the different kinds of fish that are in our O.C. Fisher Lake and then using the traditional form of Japanese art that began over 100 years ago as a way for fishermen to keep a record of the fish they caught we will make fish prints for you to take home.
Aug
7
2:00p
End Date
Prairie Dogs! Talk of the Town!
Caprock Canyons State Park & Trailway
There's lots of talk going on in town.... The prairie dog town that is! Join us!
Aug
7
2:00p
End Date
Ranger Touch Table
Martin Dies, Jr. State Park
Ask Ranger Amy your questions and see what's at her table.
Aug
7
2:30p
End Date
Weekend Wildside (Virtual)
Estero Llano Grande State Park
We'll Walk on the Wild Side Weekly - and we'll show you how to walk on the wild side, too, on Facebook! Just visit or <like> our page on Facebook and join us every Saturday afternoon at 2:30 pm.
Aug
7
3:00p
End Date
Art in the Park
Mustang Island State Park
Watercolor time! Capture a memory of your visit to Mustang Island State Park.
Aug
7
3:00p
End Date
Aug
7
3:30p
End Date
Track Talk
Dinosaur Valley State Park
Gather round and hear the 113-million-year-old story of our dinosaur tracks!
Aug
7
4:00p
End Date
Gyotaku Fish Printing
San Angelo State Park
Come learn about the different kinds of fish that are in our O.C. Fisher Lake and then using the traditional form of Japanese art that began over 100 years ago as a way for fishermen to keep a record of the fish they caught we will make fish prints for you to take home.
Aug
7
6:00p
End Date
Aug
7
6:00p
End Date
Music in the Park featuring "The Dirt Storm Drifters Band"
Caprock Canyons State Park & Trailway
Drift on over to Caprock to hear a mixture of some good music!
Aug
7
6:45p
End Date
Bat Tour
Caprock Canyons State Park & Trailway
Join us on a guided vehicle tour to historic Clarity Tunnel for the bat emergence flight. Reservations are required. Please call the park at (806)455-1492 for reservations.
Aug
7
8:00p
End Date
Star Talks in the Park
Lake Whitney State Park
Enjoy an evening walk across the galaxy by using star maps and a laser pointer.
Retired National Park Ranger Larry Smith will guide you through the planets, moon and stars.
The 45 minute program will be offered at 8 and 9 pm. Please call or email Rita to add your group to an available time slot.
Aug
7
8:00p
End Date
What Drives You Batty?
Dinosaur Valley State Park
Come learn why bats are so important to our ecosystems!
Aug
7
8:30p
End Date
Night Hike -- for older kids and adults
Guadalupe River State Park
Join us as we discover the park after dark! For adults and kids ages 11 and up.
Aug
7
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
Aug
7
8:45p
End Date
Spider Sniffing Walk
Lake Brownwood State Park
Take a nighttime walk with us to learn how to sniff out spiders!
Aug
7
9:15p
End Date
Night Hike
Copper Breaks State Park
*Limited availability, registration required* Creatures of the night from scorpions to bats might make an appearance on this hike. Anything is possible! Join us for a hike to see some of these creatures.
Aug
8
End Date
Fate Bell's Pictograph Shelter/Canyon Guided Walking Tour
Seminole Canyon State Park & Historic Site
For the month(s) of June, July and August the park will be offering one guided-only hike at 10am to go down into the canyon to view pictographs (ancient drawings) on Wednesday through Sunday. No tours are available on Monday and Tuesday. For more information to plan your visit, click on blue title (above) for FAQs. NO PETS ALLOWED
Please note: there are designated trails for hiking and biking that park visitors may do on their own, no access into the canyon without being on the guided tour.
Aug
8
8:30a
End Date
Cowboy Coffee
Copper Breaks State Park
Join a park ranger, learn how homesteaders and cowboys would brew coffee while out on the range rounding up longhorns or just out on the frontier.
Aug
8
8:30a
End Date
Explore Dragonfly Trail
Lake Arrowhead State Park
Join us for a leisurely half-mile walk along Dragonfly Trail
Aug
8
9:00a
End Date
Bird Sleuths of the Two Bridges Trail
Lake Whitney State Park
Explore the 1-mile trail with a master naturalist as you become a bird sleuth.
Call or email Rita at the park to sign up. Group sizes will be limited to 12 to allow distancing and ability to hear everything.
Aug
8
9:00a
End Date
Trail Of The Month Hike
San Angelo State Park
Join a Park Ranger on a guided expedition of our trail of the month- Potts Creek Trails.
Aug
8
9:00a
End Date
SUNDAY Honey Creek Nature Hike - 08/08/21
Honey Creek State Natural Area
Experience the natural and cultural history of Honey Creek!
Aug
8
10:00a
End Date
Track Talk
Dinosaur Valley State Park
Gather round and hear the 113-million-year-old story of our dinosaur tracks!
Aug
8
2:00p
End Date
Electric Tram Tour
Estero Llano Grande State Park
Join us on a narrated ranger-driven, two-hour tour of the park in a quiet electric tram. Reservations required.
Aug
8
2:00p
End Date
Sunprints of the Wild
San Angelo State Park
Learn about the magic of the sun and see its power in action by creating your own personal sunprint work of art.
Aug
8
2:00p
End Date
Junior Ranger Academy
Dinosaur Valley State Park
Come work with an actual Park Ranger to earn your Junior Ranger badge!
Aug
8
3:30p
End Date
Track Talk
Dinosaur Valley State Park
Gather round and hear the 113-million-year-old story of our dinosaur tracks!
Aug
11
End Date
Fate Bell's Pictograph Shelter/Canyon Guided Walking Tour
Seminole Canyon State Park & Historic Site
For the month(s) of June, July and August the park will be offering one guided-only hike at 10am to go down into the canyon to view pictographs (ancient drawings) on Wednesday through Sunday. No tours are available on Monday and Tuesday. For more information to plan your visit, click on blue title (above) for FAQs. NO PETS ALLOWED
Please note: there are designated trails for hiking and biking that park visitors may do on their own, no access into the canyon without being on the guided tour.
Aug
11
3:00p
End Date
Aug
12
End Date
Fate Bell's Pictograph Shelter/Canyon Guided Walking Tour
Seminole Canyon State Park & Historic Site
For the month(s) of June, July and August the park will be offering one guided-only hike at 10am to go down into the canyon to view pictographs (ancient drawings) on Wednesday through Sunday. No tours are available on Monday and Tuesday. For more information to plan your visit, click on blue title (above) for FAQs. NO PETS ALLOWED
Please note: there are designated trails for hiking and biking that park visitors may do on their own, no access into the canyon without being on the guided tour.
Aug
12
9:00a
End Date
Scenic Overlook Nature Hike
Guadalupe River State Park
Join us every Thursday this summer for an easy nature hike with a beautiful view!
Aug
12
10:00a
End Date
Homeschool Program - Lake Dipping - FULL
Martin Dies, Jr. State Park
Join Ranger Amy to discover what lives in the lake.
Aug
12
9:30p
End Date
Aug
13
End Date
Fate Bell's Pictograph Shelter/Canyon Guided Walking Tour
Seminole Canyon State Park & Historic Site
For the month(s) of June, July and August the park will be offering one guided-only hike at 10am to go down into the canyon to view pictographs (ancient drawings) on Wednesday through Sunday. No tours are available on Monday and Tuesday. For more information to plan your visit, click on blue title (above) for FAQs. NO PETS ALLOWED
Please note: there are designated trails for hiking and biking that park visitors may do on their own, no access into the canyon without being on the guided tour.
Aug
13
9:00a
End Date
Friday Morning Moments of Nature
Martin Dies, Jr. State Park
Join Ranger Amy in person or FB live for morning moments of nature.
Aug
13
10:00a
End Date
Outdoors 101
Eisenhower State Park
Ready to explore the great outdoors but don't know where to start? This is the program for you!
Aug
13
10:00a
End Date
Water Safari
Dinosaur Valley State Park
Join us for a safari in the river to uncover different species that live in the water!
Aug
13
2:00p
End Date
Aug
13
2:00p
End Date
Reading with a Ranger Library Program
Jasper, TX - Jasper Public Library
Join us for reading a Park Ranger selected book.
Aug
13
2:00p
End Date
Wildflower Walk
Lake Brownwood State Park
Join us to learn about flowers in bloom and other plants in the park!
Aug
13
2:00p
End Date
Junior Ranger Academy
Dinosaur Valley State Park
Come work with an actual Park Ranger to earn your Junior Ranger badge!
Aug
13
2:00p
End Date
Water Quality Day
Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley State Park
Explore the wonders of water through scientific inquiry.
Aug
13
3:00p
End Date
Art in the Park
Mustang Island State Park
Watercolor time! Capture a memory of your visit to Mustang Island State Park.
Aug
13
6:00p
End Date
Aug
13
6:30p
End Date
Bat Tour
Caprock Canyons State Park & Trailway
Join us on a guided vehicle tour to historic Clarity Tunnel for the bat emergence flight. Reservations are required. Please call the park at (806)455-1492 for reservations.
Aug
13
8:45p
End Date
Spider Sniffing Walk
Lake Brownwood State Park
Take a nighttime walk with us to learn how to sniff out spiders!
Aug
13
9:00p
End Date
Night Hike
Copper Breaks State Park
*Limited availability, registration required* Creatures of the night from scorpions to bats might make an appearance on this hike. Anything is possible! Join us for a hike to see some of these creatures.
Aug
14
End Date
Fate Bell's Pictograph Shelter/Canyon Guided Walking Tour
Seminole Canyon State Park & Historic Site
For the month(s) of June, July and August the park will be offering one guided-only hike at 10am to go down into the canyon to view pictographs (ancient drawings) on Wednesday through Sunday. No tours are available on Monday and Tuesday. For more information to plan your visit, click on blue title (above) for FAQs. NO PETS ALLOWED
Please note: there are designated trails for hiking and biking that park visitors may do on their own, no access into the canyon without being on the guided tour.
Aug
14
8:00a
End Date
Bird Outing
Lake Arrowhead State Park
Join the Texas Master Naturalists: Rolling Plains chapter to look for birds!
Aug
14
8:00a
End Date
Adopt-A-Highway - Highway Clean Up
Daingerfield State Park
Join us for a morning of beautifying the park's entrance!
Aug
14
9:00a
End Date
Birding 101 at the Wildlife Viewing Station
Inks Lake State Park
Learn to ID birds by shape, color, song and behavior.
Aug
14
9:00a
End Date
Aug
14
9:00a
End Date
Honey Creek Nature Hike - 08/14/21
Honey Creek State Natural Area
Experience the natural and cultural history of Honey Creek!
Aug
14
9:00a
End Date
Family, Fishing & Friends - Learn to Fish Event
San Antonio, TX - Escondido Creek Parkway
Come out to Escondido Creek Parkway to learn the basics of fishing at this fun, free family event!
Aug
14
9:00a
End Date
Coffee with the Birds
Pedernales Falls State Park
Grab your coffee and binoculars and lets bird watch at the bird blinds!
Aug
14
9:00a
End Date
FULL - Introduction to Fishing Basics
Sea Center Texas
Learn all about fishing in this interactive session.
Aug
14
9:00a
End Date
Aug
14
9:30a
End Date
Struggling Towards Harmony, Guided Hike
Mission Tejas State Park
Explore how forests fight to grow and regenerate over time.
Aug
14
9:45a
End Date
Kayaking 101
Mustang Island State Park
Want to learn the basics of kayaking? In this two-hour program we will learn to paddle in the safe environment of Fish Pass where the water is only about 24-36".
Aug
14
10:00a
End Date
Aug
14
10:00a
End Date
Track Talk
Dinosaur Valley State Park
Gather round and hear the 113-million-year-old story of our dinosaur tracks!
Aug
14
10:00a
End Date
Ask-A-Ranger Facebook Live Broadcast
Huntsville State Park
Weekly Online chat about Park News, Events, Pass Availability and a chance to ask questions.
Aug
14
10:00a
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.
Aug
14
10:00a
End Date
Aug
14
10:00a
End Date
Dutch Oven Demo with Uncle Mike's Kitchen
Fairfield Lake State Park
Get familiar with the basic equipment. Learn simple recipes. Hear the history of the Dutch oven. Live Q&A with a pro!
Aug
14
10:00a
End Date
Aug
14
10:00a
End Date
Aug
14
10:00a
End Date
Storytime at the Chimney
Bonham State Park
Listen to stories of the Civilian Conservation Corps (CCC) as told by the men who were there.
Aug
14
10:30a
End Date
Aug
14
11:00a
End Date
Taylor Site Hike
Dinosaur Valley State Park
Come hike and swim in the river to one of our least visited dinosaur track sites!
Aug
14
2:00p
End Date
Aug
14
2:00p
End Date
Wildflower Walk
Lake Brownwood State Park
Join us to learn about flowers in bloom and other plants in the park!
Aug
14
2:00p
End Date
Ranger Touch Table
Martin Dies, Jr. State Park
Ask Ranger Amy your questions and see what's at her table.
Aug
14
2:00p
End Date
Aug
14
2:00p
End Date
Aug
14
2:00p
End Date
Aug
14
2:30p
End Date
Weekend Wildside (Virtual)
Estero Llano Grande State Park
We'll Walk on the Wild Side Weekly - and we'll show you how to walk on the wild side, too, on Facebook! Just visit or <like> our page on Facebook and join us every Saturday afternoon at 2:30 pm.
Aug
14
3:00p
End Date
Aug
14
3:00p
End Date
Aug
14
3:00p
End Date
Aug
14
3:00p
End Date
Aug
14
3:30p
End Date
Track Talk
Dinosaur Valley State Park
Gather round and hear the 113-million-year-old story of our dinosaur tracks!
Aug
14
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.
Aug
14
7:00p
End Date
Music in the Park featuring Joel and Sharon Brownlee
Caprock Canyons State Park & Trailway
Tap your feet to some music in the park!
Aug
14
8:00p
End Date
Star Talks in the Park
Lake Whitney State Park
Enjoy an evening walk across the galaxy by using star maps and a laser pointer.
Retired National Park Ranger Larry Smith will guide you through the planets, moon and stars.
The 45 minute program will be offered at 8 and 9 pm. Please call or email Rita to add your group to an available time slot.
Aug
14
8:30p
End Date
Star Party with San Antonio Astronomical Association
Guadalupe River State Park
Join us for Stargazing!
Aug
14
8:45p
End Date
Spider Sniffing Walk
Lake Brownwood State Park
Take a nighttime walk with us to learn how to sniff out spiders!
Aug
14
9:00p
End Date
Aug
14
9:00p
End Date
Stories in the Stars
Pedernales Falls State Park
What stories do the stars tell? Are they different from one continent to the next?
Aug
14
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.
Aug
14
9:00p
End Date
Aug
14
9:00p
End Date
Star Party!
South Llano River State Park
Come look through a telescope, find constellations, and more!
Aug
15
End Date
Fate Bell's Pictograph Shelter/Canyon Guided Walking Tour
Seminole Canyon State Park & Historic Site
For the month(s) of June, July and August the park will be offering one guided-only hike at 10am to go down into the canyon to view pictographs (ancient drawings) on Wednesday through Sunday. No tours are available on Monday and Tuesday. For more information to plan your visit, click on blue title (above) for FAQs. NO PETS ALLOWED
Please note: there are designated trails for hiking and biking that park visitors may do on their own, no access into the canyon without being on the guided tour.
Aug
15
9:00a
End Date
SUNDAY Honey Creek Nature Hike - 08/15/21
Honey Creek State Natural Area
Experience the natural and cultural history of Honey Creek!
Aug
15
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!
Aug
15
10:00a
End Date
Track Talk
Dinosaur Valley State Park
Gather round and hear the 113-million-year-old story of our dinosaur tracks!
Aug
15
11:00a
End Date
Aug
15
11:30a
End Date
Skins, Skulls, Scales and Scat
Pedernales Falls State Park
See, feel, and smell examples of local Hill Country Wildlife!
Aug
15
2:00p
End Date
Electric Tram Tour
Estero Llano Grande State Park
Join us on a narrated ranger-driven, two-hour tour of the park in a quiet electric tram. Reservations required.
Aug
15
2:00p
End Date
Snakes - Friend or Foe?
Dinosaur Valley State Park
Join us for a quick hike to the Ballroom Track Site to talk about snake species and safety!
Aug
15
2:30p
End Date
Junior Ranger Explorers
Resaca de la Palma State Park
Earn Junior Ranger pins by completing an activity journal with a ranger.
Aug
15
3:00p
End Date
Roving Rangers
Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley State Park
Explore the park with your friendly neighborhood Park Ranger!
Aug
15
3:30p
End Date
Track Talk
Dinosaur Valley State Park
Gather round and hear the 113-million-year-old story of our dinosaur tracks!
Aug
18
End Date
Fate Bell's Pictograph Shelter/Canyon Guided Walking Tour
Seminole Canyon State Park & Historic Site
For the month(s) of June, July and August the park will be offering one guided-only hike at 10am to go down into the canyon to view pictographs (ancient drawings) on Wednesday through Sunday. No tours are available on Monday and Tuesday. For more information to plan your visit, click on blue title (above) for FAQs. NO PETS ALLOWED
Please note: there are designated trails for hiking and biking that park visitors may do on their own, no access into the canyon without being on the guided tour.
Aug
18
9:30a
End Date
Angler Education Instructor Training Workshop
Fort Worth, TX - Fort Worth Police Dept.
Become a TPWD Certified Angler Education Instructor
Aug
18
9:45a
End Date
Kayaking 101
Mustang Island State Park
Want to learn the basics of kayaking? In this two-hour program we will learn to paddle in the safe environment of Fish Pass where the water is only about 24-36".
Aug
19
End Date
Fate Bell's Pictograph Shelter/Canyon Guided Walking Tour
Seminole Canyon State Park & Historic Site
For the month(s) of June, July and August the park will be offering one guided-only hike at 10am to go down into the canyon to view pictographs (ancient drawings) on Wednesday through Sunday. No tours are available on Monday and Tuesday. For more information to plan your visit, click on blue title (above) for FAQs. NO PETS ALLOWED
Please note: there are designated trails for hiking and biking that park visitors may do on their own, no access into the canyon without being on the guided tour.
Aug
19
9:00a
End Date
Scenic Overlook Nature Hike
Guadalupe River State Park
Join us every Thursday this summer for an easy nature hike with a beautiful view!
Aug
19
2:30p
End Date
Aug
20
End Date
Fate Bell's Pictograph Shelter/Canyon Guided Walking Tour
Seminole Canyon State Park & Historic Site
For the month(s) of June, July and August the park will be offering one guided-only hike at 10am to go down into the canyon to view pictographs (ancient drawings) on Wednesday through Sunday. No tours are available on Monday and Tuesday. For more information to plan your visit, click on blue title (above) for FAQs. NO PETS ALLOWED
Please note: there are designated trails for hiking and biking that park visitors may do on their own, no access into the canyon without being on the guided tour.
Aug
20
9:00a
End Date
Friday Morning Moments of Nature
Martin Dies, Jr. State Park
Join Ranger Amy in person or FB live for morning moments of nature.
Aug
20
10:00a
End Date
Aug
20
10:00a
End Date
Fish with a Ranger!
Dinosaur Valley State Park
Join this Ranger-led fishing program and come away a better angler!
Aug
20
2:00p
End Date
Aug
20
3:30p
End Date
Arid Adaptations
Copper Breaks State Park
Learn how plants and people survive the heat here at Copper Breaks!
Aug
20
6:30p
End Date
Bat Tour
Caprock Canyons State Park & Trailway
Join us on a guided vehicle tour to historic Clarity Tunnel for the bat emergence flight. Reservations are required. Please call the park at (806)455-1492 for reservations.
Aug
20
8:30p
End Date
Astronomy 101
Pedernales Falls State Park
Learn how to get started stargazing on your own, navigating the sky and choosing the right gear!
Aug
20
8:30p
End Date
Almost Full Moon Hike
Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
Join us for a hike under the light of the moon! (RSVP required)
Aug
21
End Date
Fate Bell's Pictograph Shelter/Canyon Guided Walking Tour
Seminole Canyon State Park & Historic Site
For the month(s) of June, July and August the park will be offering one guided-only hike at 10am to go down into the canyon to view pictographs (ancient drawings) on Wednesday through Sunday. No tours are available on Monday and Tuesday. For more information to plan your visit, click on blue title (above) for FAQs. NO PETS ALLOWED
Please note: there are designated trails for hiking and biking that park visitors may do on their own, no access into the canyon without being on the guided tour.
Aug
21
8:15a
End Date
Bird & Nature Hike
Resaca de la Palma State Park
Join us on a morning adventure through the park! This program is open to anyone wanting to enjoy the outdoors and learn a little about the park. We will look for birds and other critters as well as enjoy the scenery!
Aug
21
8:30a
End Date
Nurture in Nature- CANCELLED
Palo Duro Canyon State Park
Join us and discover how nature helps your mind and body!
Aug
21
8:30a
End Date
Aug
21
8:30a
End Date
Aug
21
9:00a
End Date
Birding 101 at the Wildlife Viewing Station
Inks Lake State Park
Learn to ID birds by shape, color, song and behavior.
Aug
21
9:00a
End Date
Aug
21
9:00a
End Date
Aug
21
9:00a
End Date
Coffee with the Birds
Pedernales Falls State Park
Grab your coffee and binoculars and lets bird watch at the bird blinds!
Aug
21
9:00a
End Date
Falls and Fossils
Pedernales Falls State Park
Discover the secrets behind the wondrous Pedernales Falls!
Aug
21
9:00a
End Date
Honey Creek Nature Hike - 08/21/21
Honey Creek State Natural Area
Experience the natural and cultural history of Honey Creek!
Aug
21
9:00a
End Date
Boater Education Classroom Course
Sea Center Texas
With more and more people enjoying the lakes and rivers every year, it's important, for everyone, that boaters educate themselves on boating skills and seamanship.
Aug
21
9:30a
End Date
Tejas Tracks, Dirt Detectives
Mission Tejas State Park
Come see how the critters at Mission Tejas leave a strong impression!
Aug
21
9:45a
End Date
Kayaking 101
Mustang Island State Park
Want to learn the basics of kayaking? In this two-hour program we will learn to paddle in the safe environment of Fish Pass where the water is only about 24-36".
Aug
21
10:00a
End Date
Aug
21
10:00a
End Date
Introduction to Dutch Oven
Bonham State Park
Learn how to use a Dutch oven to make your favorite camping recipes!
Aug
21
10:00a
End Date
Track Talk
Dinosaur Valley State Park
Gather round and hear the 113-million-year-old story of our dinosaur tracks!
Aug
21
10:00a
End Date
Ask-A-Ranger Facebook Live Broadcast
Huntsville State Park
Weekly Online chat about Park News, Events, Pass Availability and a chance to ask questions.
Aug
21
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
21
10:00a
End Date
Aug
21
10:00a
End Date
Aug
21
10:00a
End Date
Aug
21
10:00a
End Date
Aug
21
10:00a
End Date
Longhorn & Bison Viewing
San Angelo State Park
The Longhorn & Bison tour showcases a small portion of the Official State of Texas Longhorn herd, and goes into the history of the Longhorn on how they shaped Texas centuries ago. You will also see our herd of American Bison and learn of their importance to the Native Americans, and how they once roamed across North America.
Aug
21
10:00a
End Date
Angler Education Instructor Training Workshop
Baytown, TX - Eddie V Grey Wetlands Center
Become a TPWD Certified Angler Education Instructor
Aug
21
10:30a
End Date
Aug
21
11:00a
End Date
Overlook Hike
Dinosaur Valley State Park
Grab your boots and join a ranger for a hike to the best view in the park!
Aug
21
11:30a
End Date
Geocaching 101
Pedernales Falls State Park
Join millions of others in the largest game of scavenger hunt!
Aug
21
2:00p
End Date
Aug
21
2:00p
End Date
Ranger Touch Table
Martin Dies, Jr. State Park
Ask Ranger Amy your questions and see what's at her table.
Aug
21
2:00p
End Date
Junior Ranger Academy
Dinosaur Valley State Park
Come work with an actual Park Ranger to earn your Junior Ranger badge!
Aug
21
2:00p
End Date
Aug
21
2:00p
End Date
Bison Supercenter
Caprock Canyons State Park & Trailway
Where did people go for all their needs in the past? The Bison Supercenter!
Aug
21
2:00p
End Date
Dutch Oven Cooking
Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley State Park
Get a taste of tradition! Learn some camp cooking the old fashioned way.
Aug
21
2:00p
End Date
On The Right Track
San Angelo State Park
Ever wanted to learn how to identify different wildlife's footprints? Well now is your chance at San Angelo State Park. We will be showing what the tracks look like, interesting facts about the animals, and we will be making a track cast for you to decorate and take home.
Aug
21
2:30p
End Date
Weekend Wildside (Virtual)
Estero Llano Grande State Park
We'll Walk on the Wild Side Weekly - and we'll show you how to walk on the wild side, too, on Facebook! Just visit or <like> our page on Facebook and join us every Saturday afternoon at 2:30 pm.
Aug
21
3:00p
End Date
Aug
21
3:00p
End Date
Aug
21
3:00p
End Date
Roving Rangers
Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley State Park
Explore the park with your friendly neighborhood Park Ranger!
Aug
21
3:00p
End Date
Aug
21
3:30p
End Date
Track Talk
Dinosaur Valley State Park
Gather round and hear the 113-million-year-old story of our dinosaur tracks!
Aug
21
3:30p
End Date
Aug
21
4:00p
End Date
On The Right Track
San Angelo State Park
Ever wanted to learn how to identify different wildlife's footprints? Well now is your chance at San Angelo State Park. We will be showing what the tracks look like, interesting facts about the animals, and we will be making a track cast for you to decorate and take home.
Aug
21
7:00p
End Date
Music in the Park Featuring Piano by John Walker
Caprock Canyons State Park & Trailway
Listen to the music of various musical artists of the past.
Aug
21
8:00p
End Date
Cross Timbers Cowboy Poetry and Stories
Lake Mineral Wells State Park & Trailway
“Learning about our cowboy heritage can be fun!”
Aug
21
8:30p
End Date
Almost Full Moon Hike
Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
Join us for a hike under the light of the moon! (RSVP required)
Aug
22
End Date
Fate Bell's Pictograph Shelter/Canyon Guided Walking Tour
Seminole Canyon State Park & Historic Site
For the month(s) of June, July and August the park will be offering one guided-only hike at 10am to go down into the canyon to view pictographs (ancient drawings) on Wednesday through Sunday. No tours are available on Monday and Tuesday. For more information to plan your visit, click on blue title (above) for FAQs. NO PETS ALLOWED
Please note: there are designated trails for hiking and biking that park visitors may do on their own, no access into the canyon without being on the guided tour.
Aug
22
8:30a
End Date
Aug
22
9:00a
End Date
SUNDAY Honey Creek Nature Hike - 08/22/21
Honey Creek State Natural Area
Experience the natural and cultural history of Honey Creek!
Aug
22
9:00a
End Date
What's Bugging You?
San Angelo State Park
Scared of bugs? Like Bugs? Want to know more about bugs? Come take a walk with us and learn about our native insects and the roles they play in our environment.
Aug
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!
Aug
22
11:00a
End Date
Aug
22
11:00a
End Date
Skins, Skulls, Scales and Scat
Pedernales Falls State Park
See, feel, and smell examples of local Hill Country Wildlife!
Aug
22
1:00p
End Date
Fishing for Beginners
Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley State Park
Get certified! Become a bonafide angler with Bentsen State Park. Open to all ages.
Aug
22
2:00p
End Date
Electric Tram Tour
Estero Llano Grande State Park
Join us on a narrated ranger-driven, two-hour tour of the park in a quiet electric tram. Reservations required.
Aug
22
2:00p
End Date
Knot Today
San Angelo State Park
Join us to learn some basic knots that will help you take your outdoor adventures to the next level.
Aug
22
3:30p
End Date
Track Talk
Dinosaur Valley State Park
Gather round and hear the 113-million-year-old story of our dinosaur tracks!
Aug
22
8:30p
End Date
Full Moon Hike
Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
No more availability for Summer Full Moon hikes, check back later for Fall Availability.
Aug
24
9:30a
End Date
Angler Education Instructor Training Workshop
Dallas, TX - Kidd Springs Recreation Center
Become a TPWD Certified Angler Education Instructor
Aug
25
End Date
Fate Bell's Pictograph Shelter/Canyon Guided Walking Tour
Seminole Canyon State Park & Historic Site
For the month(s) of June, July and August the park will be offering one guided-only hike at 10am to go down into the canyon to view pictographs (ancient drawings) on Wednesday through Sunday. No tours are available on Monday and Tuesday. For more information to plan your visit, click on blue title (above) for FAQs. NO PETS ALLOWED
Please note: there are designated trails for hiking and biking that park visitors may do on their own, no access into the canyon without being on the guided tour.
Aug
25
3:00p
End Date
Art in the Park
Mustang Island State Park
Watercolor time! Capture a memory of your visit to Mustang Island State Park.
Aug
26
End Date
Fate Bell's Pictograph Shelter/Canyon Guided Walking Tour
Seminole Canyon State Park & Historic Site
For the month(s) of June, July and August the park will be offering one guided-only hike at 10am to go down into the canyon to view pictographs (ancient drawings) on Wednesday through Sunday. No tours are available on Monday and Tuesday. For more information to plan your visit, click on blue title (above) for FAQs. NO PETS ALLOWED
Please note: there are designated trails for hiking and biking that park visitors may do on their own, no access into the canyon without being on the guided tour.
Aug
26
8:00a
End Date
USA Archery Level One Instructor Certification
Plano, TX
Become a USA Archery Level 1 instructor and bring archery to your community. You will become certified to set up and run a safe and efficient archery range and teach the basic steps of archery shooting success to audiences of all abilities and backgrounds.
Aug
26
9:00a
End Date
Scenic Overlook Nature Hike
Guadalupe River State Park
Join us every Thursday this summer for an easy nature hike with a beautiful view!
Aug
26
11:00a
End Date
Managing Food and Water Resources for Deer
Webinar
This webinar overviews management considerations for optimizing food and water for white-tailed deer on private lands.
Aug
27
End Date
Fate Bell's Pictograph Shelter/Canyon Guided Walking Tour
Seminole Canyon State Park & Historic Site
For the month(s) of June, July and August the park will be offering one guided-only hike at 10am to go down into the canyon to view pictographs (ancient drawings) on Wednesday through Sunday. No tours are available on Monday and Tuesday. For more information to plan your visit, click on blue title (above) for FAQs. NO PETS ALLOWED
Please note: there are designated trails for hiking and biking that park visitors may do on their own, no access into the canyon without being on the guided tour.
Aug
27
9:00a
End Date
Friday Morning Moments of Nature
Martin Dies, Jr. State Park
Join Ranger Amy in person or FB live for morning moments of nature.
Aug
27
2:00p
End Date
Aug
27
3:00p
End Date
Nature Journaling
Mustang Island State Park
Brush up on your art skills and find a new way to document your experience
Aug
27
6:30p
End Date
Bat Tour
Caprock Canyons State Park & Trailway
Join us on a guided vehicle tour to historic Clarity Tunnel for the bat emergence flight. Reservations are required. Please call the park at (806)455-1492 for reservations.
Aug
27
7:00p
End Date
Music in the Park Featuring Piano by John Walker
Caprock Canyons State Park & Trailway
Listen to the music of various musical artists of the past.
Aug
27
8:00p
End Date
Aug
27
8:30p
End Date
Stories in the Stars
Pedernales Falls State Park
What stories do the stars tell? Are they different from one continent to the next?
Aug
27
9:00p
End Date
Stargazing 101
Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
Join a Park Ranger as we learn about the importance of dark skies while learning to navigate the stars above. (RSVP required)
Aug
28
End Date
Fate Bell's Pictograph Shelter/Canyon Guided Walking Tour
Seminole Canyon State Park & Historic Site
For the month(s) of June, July and August the park will be offering one guided-only hike at 10am to go down into the canyon to view pictographs (ancient drawings) on Wednesday through Sunday. No tours are available on Monday and Tuesday. For more information to plan your visit, click on blue title (above) for FAQs. NO PETS ALLOWED
Please note: there are designated trails for hiking and biking that park visitors may do on their own, no access into the canyon without being on the guided tour.
Aug
28
8:15a
End Date
Bird & Nature Hike
Resaca de la Palma State Park
Join us on a morning adventure through the park! This program is open to anyone wanting to enjoy the outdoors and learn a little about the park. We will look for birds and other critters as well as enjoy the scenery!
Aug
28
8:30a
End Date
Cowboy Coffee
Copper Breaks State Park
Join a park ranger to learn how homesteaders and cowboys would brew coffee while out on the range rounding up longhorns or just out on the frontier.
Aug
28
9:00a
End Date
Birding 101 at the Wildlife Viewing Station
Inks Lake State Park
Learn to ID birds by shape, color, song and behavior.
Aug
28
9:00a
End Date
Aug
28
9:00a
End Date
Aug
28
9:00a
End Date
Coffee with the Birds
Pedernales Falls State Park
Grab your coffee and binoculars and lets bird watch at the bird blinds!
Aug
28
9:00a
End Date
Aug
28
9:00a
End Date
Honey Creek Nature Hike - 08/28/21
Honey Creek State Natural Area
Experience the natural and cultural history of Honey Creek!
Aug
28
9:00a
End Date
Family, Fishing & Friends - Learn to Fish Event
San Antonio, TX - Padre Park
Come out to Escondido Creek Parkway to learn the basics of fishing at this fun, free family event!
Aug
28
9:30a
End Date
Edible and Medicinal Plant Hike
Mission Tejas State Park
Nature always provides, if you know what to look for!
Aug
28
10:00a
End Date
Aug
28
10:00a
End Date
Track Talk
Dinosaur Valley State Park
Gather round and hear the 113-million-year-old story of our dinosaur tracks!
Aug
28
10:00a
End Date
Ask-A-Ranger Facebook Live Broadcast
Huntsville State Park
Weekly Online chat about Park News, Events, Pass Availability and a chance to ask questions.
Aug
28
10:00a
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.
Aug
28
10:00a
End Date
Aug
28
10:00a
End Date
Aug
28
10:00a
End Date
Wildfood Walk
Edible and useful plants
Aug
28
10:00a
End Date
ONLINE PROGRAM | Ask-the-Expert: Buffalo Soldiers
FB/WylerAerialTramwayStatePark
Did you know that Buffalo Soldiers were some of the first park rangers?
Aug
28
10:30a
End Date
Aug
28
11:00a
End Date
Aug
28
11:00a
End Date
Alligators - Children's Storytime and Crafts
Brazos Bend State Park
CANCLED- Learn about alligators through storytime and get creative making crafts!
Aug
28
2:00p
End Date
Aug
28
2:00p
End Date
Ranger Touch Table
Martin Dies, Jr. State Park
Ask Ranger Amy your questions and see what's at her table.
Aug
28
2:00p
End Date
Prairie Dogs! Talk of the Town!
Caprock Canyons State Park & Trailway
There's lots of talk going on in town.... The prairie dog town that is! Join us!
Aug
28
2:00p
End Date
Aug
28
2:30p
End Date
Weekend Wildside (Virtual)
Estero Llano Grande State Park
We'll Walk on the Wild Side Weekly - and we'll show you how to walk on the wild side, too, on Facebook! Just visit or <like> our page on Facebook and join us every Saturday afternoon at 2:30 pm.
Aug
28
3:00p
End Date
Aug
28
3:00p
End Date
Aug
28
3:00p
End Date
Aug
28
3:00p
End Date
Roving Rangers
Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley State Park
Explore the park with your friendly neighborhood Park Ranger!
Aug
28
3:30p
End Date
Track Talk
Dinosaur Valley State Park
Gather round and hear the 113-million-year-old story of our dinosaur tracks!
Aug
28
6:30p
End Date
Bat Tour
Caprock Canyons State Park & Trailway
Join us on a guided vehicle tour to historic Clarity Tunnel for the bat emergence flight. Reservations are required. Please call the park at (806)455-1492 for reservations.
Aug
28
8:30p
End Date
Night Hike
Lake Mineral Wells State Park & Trailway
Discover fun nighttime activities in the outdoors!
Aug
29
End Date
Fate Bell's Pictograph Shelter/Canyon Guided Walking Tour
Seminole Canyon State Park & Historic Site
For the month(s) of June, July and August the park will be offering one guided-only hike at 10am to go down into the canyon to view pictographs (ancient drawings) on Wednesday through Sunday. No tours are available on Monday and Tuesday. For more information to plan your visit, click on blue title (above) for FAQs. NO PETS ALLOWED
Please note: there are designated trails for hiking and biking that park visitors may do on their own, no access into the canyon without being on the guided tour.
Aug
29
9:00a
End Date
Bird Sleuths of the Two Bridges Trail
Lake Whitney State Park
Explore the 1-mile trail with a master naturalist as you become a bird sleuth.
Call or email Rita at the park to sign up. Group sizes will be limited to 12 to allow distancing and ability to hear everything.
Aug
29
9:00a
End Date
Trail Of The Month Hike
San Angelo State Park
Join a Park Ranger on a guided expedition of our trail of the month- Potts Creek Trails.
Aug
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!
Aug
29
10:30a
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!
Aug
29
11:00a
End Date
Taylor Site Hike
Dinosaur Valley State Park
Come hike and swim in the river to one of our least visited dinosaur track sites!
Aug
29
2:00p
End Date
Electric Tram Tour
Estero Llano Grande State Park
Join us on a narrated ranger-driven, two-hour tour of the park in a quiet electric tram. Reservations required.
Aug
29
2:00p
End Date
Aug
29
2:00p
End Date
Skins, Skulls, Scales and Scat
Pedernales Falls State Park
See, feel, and smell examples of local Hill Country Wildlife!
Aug
29
2:30p
End Date
Junior Ranger Explorers
Resaca de la Palma State Park
Earn Junior Ranger pins by completing an activity journal with a ranger.
Aug
29
3:00p
End Date
Roving Rangers
Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley State Park
Explore the park with your friendly neighborhood Park Ranger!
Aug
29
3:30p
End Date
Track Talk
Dinosaur Valley State Park
Gather round and hear the 113-million-year-old story of our dinosaur tracks!
September 2021
Sep
1
10:00a
End Date
Fate Bell's Shelter/Canyon Walking Tour
Seminole Canyon State Park & Historic Site
For the month of September, please note the different dates and times:
September 1st to September 14th the Park will only offer the 10am tour, Wednesday through Sunday.
After September 14th, we start are two tours Wednesday through Sunday, 10am and then again at 3pm
No access at anytime into the canyon without being a participate on the guided tour.
Sep
2
10:00a
End Date
Fate Bell's Shelter/Canyon Walking Tour
Seminole Canyon State Park & Historic Site
For the month of September, please note the different dates and times:
September 1st to September 14th the Park will only offer the 10am tour, Wednesday through Sunday.
After September 14th, we start are two tours Wednesday through Sunday, 10am and then again at 3pm
No access at anytime into the canyon without being a participate on the guided tour.
Sep
2
10:00a
End Date
Tots on Trails - Registration Required - dams, lakes, sink or float?
Martin Dies, Jr. State Park
Toddler Park Programs - What is a lake, dam, and float or sink experiments.
Sep
2
5:30p
End Date
Aquatic Invasive Species in Texas - How Anglers Can Help Stop the Spread!
Join us for an online Zoom presentation by Monica McGarrity, TPWD Senior Scientist for Aquatic Invasive Species
Sep
3
10:00a
End Date
Fate Bell's Shelter/Canyon Walking Tour
Seminole Canyon State Park & Historic Site
For the month of September, please note the different dates and times:
September 1st to September 14th the Park will only offer the 10am tour, Wednesday through Sunday.
After September 14th, we start are two tours Wednesday through Sunday, 10am and then again at 3pm
No access at anytime into the canyon without being a participate on the guided tour.
Sep
3
10:00a
End Date
Reading with a Ranger Library Program
Woodville, TX - Allan Shivers Library & Museum
Join us for reading a Park Ranger selected book.
Sep
3
2:00p
End Date
Sep
3
8:30p
End Date
Stargazing 101
Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
Join a Park Ranger as we learn about the importance of dark skies while learning to navigate the stars above. (RSVP required)
Sep
4
7:30a
End Date
The Big Sit!
Palo Duro Canyon State Park
Join us in a Big Sit birding event. Grab your binos, chairs, and checklists!
Sep
4
8:30a
End Date
Red, White and Blue Scavenger Hunt Hike
Lake Whitney State Park
Let's Celebrate Labor Day - exploring the park with family and friends on a 1 mile hike. You may enjoy the extra challenge of finding 3 hidden posters a red, a white and a blue holiday scene along the Two Bridges Trail.
Take pictures with your phone or digital camera of someone from your group next to the 3 posters to claim a prize at the Headquarters Office.
Sep
4
9:00a
End Date
Birding 101 at the Wildlife Viewing Station
Inks Lake State Park
Learn to ID birds by shape, color, song and behavior.
Sep
4
9:00a
End Date
Public Youth Fishing
Sea Center Texas
Bring your own gear (no barbed hooks) and bait and join Sea Center Texas for a morning of catch-and-release fishing. Admission is free.
Sep
4
9:00a
End Date
Project WILD Workshop
Lufkin, TX - Ellen Trout Zoo Education Center
Learn to share conservation with children: Professional Development for anyone who works with children
Sep
4
10:00a
End Date
Fate Bell's Shelter/Canyon Walking Tour
Seminole Canyon State Park & Historic Site
For the month of September, please note the different dates and times:
September 1st to September 14th the Park will only offer the 10am tour, Wednesday through Sunday.
After September 14th, we start are two tours Wednesday through Sunday, 10am and then again at 3pm
No access at anytime into the canyon without being a participate on the guided tour.
Sep
4
10:00a
End Date
Morning Chat with the Ranger
Bonham State Park
Have a burning question or concern? This is the perfect time to find the answers.
Sep
4
10:00a
End Date
Bonham State Park Photo Scavenger Hunt
Bonham State Park
Challenge your knowledge of the park and your photography skills.
Sep
4
10:00a
End Date
Track Talk
Dinosaur Valley State Park
Gather round and hear the 113-million-year-old story of our dinosaur tracks!
Sep
4
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.
Sep
4
10:00a
End Date
Sep
4
10:00a
End Date
Nature Walk
Stephen F. Austin State Park
Join us for a short hike as we learn about the native plants that inhabit the three ecozones present at Stephen F. Austin State Park.
Sep
4
10:00a
End Date
Nature Hike - Lake Sullivan
Fort Boggy State Park
Come learn about the plants and animals that call this place home!
Sep
4
2:00p
End Date
Sep
4
2:00p
End Date
Bison Supercenter
Caprock Canyons State Park & Trailway
Where did people go for all their needs in the past? The Bison Supercenter!
Sep
4
3:30p
End Date
Track Talk
Dinosaur Valley State Park
Gather round and hear the 113-million-year-old story of our dinosaur tracks!
Sep
4
6:00p
End Date
Music in the Park featuring "The Dirt Storm Drifters Band"
Caprock Canyons State Park & Trailway
Drift on over to Caprock to hear a mixture of some good music!
Sep
4
8:00p
End Date
Solar System Walk
Dinosaur Valley State Park
Ever wondered how close the planets are to each other? Come with us as we take a 1,000-yard walk through a scale model of the solar system.
Sep
4
8:30p
End Date
Stargazing 101
Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
Join a Park Ranger as we learn about the importance of dark skies while learning to navigate the stars above. (RSVP required)
Sep
4
9:00p
End Date
Sep
5
8:00a
End Date
Birding Hike
Brazos Bend State Park
Brazos Bend State Park is home to over 300 species of birds; it's the perfect place to bird watch all year round!
Sep
5
8:30a
End Date
Sep
5
9:00a
End Date
Bird Sleuths of the Two Bridges Trail
Lake Whitney State Park
Explore the 1-mile trail with a master naturalist as you become a bird sleuth.
Call or email Rita at the park to sign up. Group sizes will be limited to 12 to allow distancing and ability to hear everything.
Sep
5
10:00a
End Date
Fate Bell's Shelter/Canyon Walking Tour
Seminole Canyon State Park & Historic Site
For the month of September, please note the different dates and times:
September 1st to September 14th the Park will only offer the 10am tour, Wednesday through Sunday.
After September 14th, we start are two tours Wednesday through Sunday, 10am and then again at 3pm
No access at anytime into the canyon without being a participate on the guided tour.
Sep
5
10:00a
End Date
Track Talk
Dinosaur Valley State Park
Gather round and hear the 113-million-year-old story of our dinosaur tracks!
Sep
5
11:00a
End Date
Prairie Dogs! Talk of the Town!
Caprock Canyons State Park & Trailway
There's lots of talk going on in town.... The prairie dog town that is! Join us!
Sep
5
3:30p
End Date
Track Talk
Dinosaur Valley State Park
Gather round and hear the 113-million-year-old story of our dinosaur tracks!
Sep
5
8:30p
End Date
Stargazing 101
Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
Join a Park Ranger as we learn about the importance of dark skies while learning to navigate the stars above. (RSVP required)
Sep
8
10:00a
End Date
Fate Bell's Shelter/Canyon Walking Tour
Seminole Canyon State Park & Historic Site
For the month of September, please note the different dates and times:
September 1st to September 14th the Park will only offer the 10am tour, Wednesday through Sunday.
After September 14th, we start are two tours Wednesday through Sunday, 10am and then again at 3pm
No access at anytime into the canyon without being a participate on the guided tour.
Sep
9
10:00a
End Date
Fate Bell's Shelter/Canyon Walking Tour
Seminole Canyon State Park & Historic Site
For the month of September, please note the different dates and times:
September 1st to September 14th the Park will only offer the 10am tour, Wednesday through Sunday.
After September 14th, we start are two tours Wednesday through Sunday, 10am and then again at 3pm
No access at anytime into the canyon without being a participate on the guided tour.
Sep
9
10:00a
End Date
Homeschool Program - Bird Adaptations - Registration Required!
Martin Dies, Jr. State Park
Join a ranger to learn about bird adaptations and invent your very own bird
Sep
10
10:00a
End Date
Fate Bell's Shelter/Canyon Walking Tour
Seminole Canyon State Park & Historic Site
For the month of September, please note the different dates and times:
September 1st to September 14th the Park will only offer the 10am tour, Wednesday through Sunday.
After September 14th, we start are two tours Wednesday through Sunday, 10am and then again at 3pm
No access at anytime into the canyon without being a participate on the guided tour.
Sep
10
2:00p
End Date
Sep
10
2:00p
End Date
Reading with a Ranger Library Program
Jasper, TX - Jasper Public Library
Join us for reading a Park Ranger selected book.
Sep
11
8:00a
End Date
Bird Outing
Lake Arrowhead State Park
Join the Texas Master Naturalists: Rolling Plains chapter to look for birds!
Sep
11
8:00a
End Date
Neches River Rally 2021
Beaumont, TX - LNVA Boat Ramp
This canoe and kayak rally takes paddlers on one of the most popular paddling trails in Southeast Texas!
Sep
11
9:00a
End Date
Birding 101 at the Wildlife Viewing Station
Inks Lake State Park
Learn to ID birds by shape, color, song and behavior.
Sep
11
9:00a
End Date
Boater Education Classroom Course
Sea Center Texas
With more and more people enjoying the lakes and rivers every year, it's important, for everyone, that boaters educate themselves on boating skills and seamanship.
Sep
11
10:00a
End Date
Fate Bell's Shelter/Canyon Walking Tour
Seminole Canyon State Park & Historic Site
For the month of September, please note the different dates and times:
September 1st to September 14th the Park will only offer the 10am tour, Wednesday through Sunday.
After September 14th, we start are two tours Wednesday through Sunday, 10am and then again at 3pm
No access at anytime into the canyon without being a participate on the guided tour.
Sep
11
10:00a
End Date
Track Talk
Dinosaur Valley State Park
Gather round and hear the 113-million-year-old story of our dinosaur tracks!
Sep
11
10:00a
End Date
Dutch Oven Demo with Uncle Mike's Kitchen
Fairfield Lake State Park
-Get familiar with the basic equipment
-Learn simple recipes
-Hear the history of the Dutch Oven
-Live Q&A with a pro
Sep
11
10:00a
End Date
Angler Education Instructor Training Workshop (Date Changed) to 09/11/2021
Pearland, TX - Bass Pro Shops - Pearland
Become a TPWD Certified Angler Education Instructor
Sep
11
10:00a
End Date
Sep
11
2:00p
End Date
Sep
11
3:00p
End Date
Sep
11
3:30p
End Date
Track Talk
Dinosaur Valley State Park
Gather round and hear the 113-million-year-old story of our dinosaur tracks!
Sep
11
7:00p
End Date
Music in the Park featuring Joel and Sharon Brownlee
Caprock Canyons State Park & Trailway
Tap your feet to some music in the park!
Sep
12
9:00a
End Date
Bird Sleuths of the Two Bridges Trail
Lake Whitney State Park
Explore the 1-mile trail with a master naturalist as you become a bird sleuth.
Call or email Rita at the park to sign up. Group sizes will be limited to 12 to allow distancing and ability to hear everything.
Sep
12
10:00a
End Date
Fate Bell's Shelter/Canyon Walking Tour
Seminole Canyon State Park & Historic Site
For the month of September, please note the different dates and times:
September 1st to September 14th the Park will only offer the 10am tour, Wednesday through Sunday.
After September 14th, we start are two tours Wednesday through Sunday, 10am and then again at 3pm
No access at anytime into the canyon without being a participate on the guided tour.
Sep
12
10:00a
End Date
Track Talk
Dinosaur Valley State Park
Gather round and hear the 113-million-year-old story of our dinosaur tracks!
Sep
12
3:30p
End Date
Track Talk
Dinosaur Valley State Park
Gather round and hear the 113-million-year-old story of our dinosaur tracks!
Sep
15
10:00a
End Date
Fate Bell's Shelter/Canyon Walking Tour
Seminole Canyon State Park & Historic Site
For the month of September, please note the different dates and times:
September 1st to September 14th the Park will only offer the 10am tour, Wednesday through Sunday.
After September 14th, we start are two tours Wednesday through Sunday, 10am and then again at 3pm
No access at anytime into the canyon without being a participate on the guided tour.
Sep
16
10:00a
End Date
Fate Bell's Shelter/Canyon Walking Tour
Seminole Canyon State Park & Historic Site
For the month of September, please note the different dates and times:
September 1st to September 14th the Park will only offer the 10am tour, Wednesday through Sunday.
After September 14th, we start are two tours Wednesday through Sunday, 10am and then again at 3pm
No access at anytime into the canyon without being a participate on the guided tour.
Sep
17
10:00a
End Date
Fate Bell's Shelter/Canyon Walking Tour
Seminole Canyon State Park & Historic Site
For the month of September, please note the different dates and times:
September 1st to September 14th the Park will only offer the 10am tour, Wednesday through Sunday.
After September 14th, we start are two tours Wednesday through Sunday, 10am and then again at 3pm
No access at anytime into the canyon without being a participate on the guided tour.
Sep
17
2:00p
End Date
Sep
17
6:30p
End Date
Inks Lake State Park | Two Night Event | Texas Outdoor Family | Austin Area (Registration Open)
Inks Lake State Park
Join us for a fun-filled weekend and discover the joys of camping in your Texas State Parks.
Sep
17
6:30p
End Date
Lake Mineral Wells State Park | Two Night Event | Texas Outdoor Family | DFW Area (Registration Open)
Lake Mineral Wells State Park & Trailway
Join us for a fun-filled weekend and discover the joys of camping in your Texas State Parks.
Sep
18
8:30a
End Date
Sep
18
9:00a
End Date
Birding 101 at the Wildlife Viewing Station
Inks Lake State Park
Learn to ID birds by shape, color, song and behavior.
Sep
18
10:00a
End Date
Fate Bell's Shelter/Canyon Walking Tour
Seminole Canyon State Park & Historic Site
For the month of September, please note the different dates and times:
September 1st to September 14th the Park will only offer the 10am tour, Wednesday through Sunday.
After September 14th, we start are two tours Wednesday through Sunday, 10am and then again at 3pm
No access at anytime into the canyon without being a participate on the guided tour.
Sep
18
10:00a
End Date
Introduction to Dutch Oven
Bonham State Park
Learn how to use a Dutch oven to make your favorite camping recipes!
Sep
18
10:00a
End Date
Track Talk
Dinosaur Valley State Park
Gather round and hear the 113-million-year-old story of our dinosaur tracks!
Sep
18
10:00a
End Date
Sep
18
10:00a
End Date
Sep
18
2:00p
End Date
Sep
18
2:00p
End Date
Bison Supercenter
Caprock Canyons State Park & Trailway
Where did people go for all their needs in the past? The Bison Supercenter!
Sep
18
3:30p
End Date
Track Talk
Dinosaur Valley State Park
Gather round and hear the 113-million-year-old story of our dinosaur tracks!
Sep
18
7:00p
End Date
Music in the Park Featuring Piano by John Walker
Caprock Canyons State Park & Trailway
Listen to the music of various musical artists of the past.
Sep
19
9:00a
End Date
ATA Explore Bowhunting
Lake Mineral Wells State Park & Trailway
The Archery Trade Association's (ATA) "Explore Bowhunting" is a suite of courses designed to help instructors, program leaders and educators teach students the basic skills of bowhunting through interactive activities.
Note: This is NOT Bowhunter Education or a course where you will learn how to bowhunt. Instead, it will teach you how to teach bowhunting skills to your audience.
Sep
19
10:00a
End Date
Fate Bell's Shelter/Canyon Walking Tour
Seminole Canyon State Park & Historic Site
For the month of September, please note the different dates and times:
September 1st to September 14th the Park will only offer the 10am tour, Wednesday through Sunday.
After September 14th, we start are two tours Wednesday through Sunday, 10am and then again at 3pm
No access at anytime into the canyon without being a participate on the guided tour.
Sep
19
10:00a
End Date
Track Talk
Dinosaur Valley State Park
Gather round and hear the 113-million-year-old story of our dinosaur tracks!
Sep
19
10:00a
End Date
Seed Stomp
Lyndon B. Johnson State Park & Historic Site
Plant wildflower seeds for future generations!
Sep
19
3:30p
End Date
Track Talk
Dinosaur Valley State Park
Gather round and hear the 113-million-year-old story of our dinosaur tracks!
Sep
20
7:30p
End Date
Full Moon Hike
Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
Join us for a hike under the light of the moon! (RSVP required)
Sep
22
10:00a
End Date
Fate Bell's Shelter/Canyon Walking Tour
Seminole Canyon State Park & Historic Site
For the month of September, please note the different dates and times:
September 1st to September 14th the Park will only offer the 10am tour, Wednesday through Sunday.
After September 14th, we start are two tours Wednesday through Sunday, 10am and then again at 3pm
No access at anytime into the canyon without being a participate on the guided tour.
Sep
23
8:00a
End Date
USA Archery Level One Instructor Certification
Plano, TX
Become a USA Archery Level 1 instructor and bring archery to your community. You will become certified to set up and run a safe and efficient archery range and teach the basic steps of archery shooting success to audiences of all abilities and backgrounds.
Sep
23
10:00a
End Date
Fate Bell's Shelter/Canyon Walking Tour
Seminole Canyon State Park & Historic Site
For the month of September, please note the different dates and times:
September 1st to September 14th the Park will only offer the 10am tour, Wednesday through Sunday.
After September 14th, we start are two tours Wednesday through Sunday, 10am and then again at 3pm
No access at anytime into the canyon without being a participate on the guided tour.
Sep
24
10:00a
End Date
Fate Bell's Shelter/Canyon Walking Tour
Seminole Canyon State Park & Historic Site
For the month of September, please note the different dates and times:
September 1st to September 14th the Park will only offer the 10am tour, Wednesday through Sunday.
After September 14th, we start are two tours Wednesday through Sunday, 10am and then again at 3pm
No access at anytime into the canyon without being a participate on the guided tour.
Sep
24
2:00p
End Date
Sep
24
7:00p
End Date
Music in the Park Featuring Piano by John Walker
Caprock Canyons State Park & Trailway
Listen to the music of various musical artists of the past.
Sep
25
8:00a
End Date
Limestone Bluffs Paddling Trail Cleanup
Fort Parker State Park
Work with staff from Fort Parker State Park to clean up the 5 miles of Navasota River that make up the Limestone Bluffs Paddling Trail, and also the shoreline of Fort Parker Lake. We will be removing litter and other debris that has washed into the river or lake.
Sep
25
9:00a
End Date
Birding 101 at the Wildlife Viewing Station
Inks Lake State Park
Learn to ID birds by shape, color, song and behavior.
Sep
25
9:00a
End Date
Introduction to Fishing Basics
Sea Center Texas
Learn all about fishing in this interactive session.
Sep
25
9:30a
End Date
Huntsville State Park | One Night Event | Texas Outdoor Family | Houston Area (Registration Open)
Huntsville State Park
Join us for a fun-filled weekend and discover the joys of camping in your Texas State Parks.
Sep
25
10:00a
End Date
Fate Bell's Shelter/Canyon Walking Tour
Seminole Canyon State Park & Historic Site
For the month of September, please note the different dates and times:
September 1st to September 14th the Park will only offer the 10am tour, Wednesday through Sunday.
After September 14th, we start are two tours Wednesday through Sunday, 10am and then again at 3pm
No access at anytime into the canyon without being a participate on the guided tour.
Sep
25
10:00a
End Date
Track Talk
Dinosaur Valley State Park
Gather round and hear the 113-million-year-old story of our dinosaur tracks!
Sep
25
2:00p
End Date
Sep
25
3:00p
End Date
Sep
25
3:30p
End Date
Track Talk
Dinosaur Valley State Park
Gather round and hear the 113-million-year-old story of our dinosaur tracks!
Sep
26
10:00a
End Date
Fate Bell's Shelter/Canyon Walking Tour
Seminole Canyon State Park & Historic Site
For the month of September, please note the different dates and times:
September 1st to September 14th the Park will only offer the 10am tour, Wednesday through Sunday.
After September 14th, we start are two tours Wednesday through Sunday, 10am and then again at 3pm
No access at anytime into the canyon without being a participate on the guided tour.
Sep
26
10:00a
End Date
Track Talk
Dinosaur Valley State Park
Gather round and hear the 113-million-year-old story of our dinosaur tracks!
Sep
26
3:30p
End Date
Track Talk
Dinosaur Valley State Park
Gather round and hear the 113-million-year-old story of our dinosaur tracks!
Sep
29
10:00a
End Date
Fate Bell's Shelter/Canyon Walking Tour
Seminole Canyon State Park & Historic Site
For the month of September, please note the different dates and times:
September 1st to September 14th the Park will only offer the 10am tour, Wednesday through Sunday.
After September 14th, we start are two tours Wednesday through Sunday, 10am and then again at 3pm
No access at anytime into the canyon without being a participate on the guided tour.
Sep
30
10:00a
End Date
Fate Bell's Shelter/Canyon Walking Tour
Seminole Canyon State Park & Historic Site
For the month of September, please note the different dates and times:
September 1st to September 14th the Park will only offer the 10am tour, Wednesday through Sunday.
After September 14th, we start are two tours Wednesday through Sunday, 10am and then again at 3pm
No access at anytime into the canyon without being a participate on the guided tour.
October 2021
Oct
1
8:00a
End Date
Birding Hike
Brazos Bend State Park
Brazos Bend State Park is home to over 300 species of birds; it's the perfect place to bird watch all year round!
Oct
1
10:00a
End Date
Reading with a Ranger Library Program
Woodville, TX - Allan Shivers Library & Museum
Join us for reading a Park Ranger selected book.
Oct
1
2:00p
End Date
Oct
1
6:30p
End Date
Cedar Hill State Park | Two Night Event | Texas Outdoor Family | DFW Area (Registration Open)
Cedar Hill State Park
Join us for a fun-filled weekend and discover the joys of camping in your Texas State Parks.
Oct
2
9:30a
End Date
Pedernales Falls State Park | One Night Event | Texas Outdoor Family | Austin Area (Registration Open)
Pedernales Falls State Park
Join us for a fun-filled weekend and discover the joys of camping in your Texas State Parks.
Oct
2
10:00a
End Date
Morning Chat with the Ranger
Bonham State Park
Have a burning question or concern? This is the perfect time to find the answers.
Oct
2
10:00a
End Date
Bonham State Park Photo Scavenger Hunt
Bonham State Park
Challenge your knowledge of the park and your photography skills.
Oct
2
10:00a
End Date
Oct
2
10:00a
End Date
Nature Walk
Stephen F. Austin State Park
Join us for a short hike as we learn about the native plants that inhabit the three ecozones present at Stephen F. Austin State Park.
Oct
2
2:00p
End Date
Oct
2
7:00p
End Date
Solar System Walk
Dinosaur Valley State Park
Ever wondered how close the planets are to each other? Come with us as we take a 1,000-yard walk through a scale model of the solar system.
Oct
2
8:00p
End Date
Oct
3
8:00a
End Date
Birding Hike
Brazos Bend State Park
Brazos Bend State Park is home to over 300 species of birds; it's the perfect place to bird watch all year round!
Oct
7
10:00a
End Date
Tots on Trails - Registration Required - Caterpillars!
Martin Dies, Jr. State Park
Toddler Park Programs - The Very Hungry Caterpillar.
Oct
8
2:00p
End Date
Oct
8
2:00p
End Date
Reading with a Ranger Library Program
Jasper, TX - Jasper Public Library
Join us for reading a Park Ranger selected book.
Oct
9
9:00a
End Date
Boater Education Classroom Course
Sea Center Texas
With more and more people enjoying the lakes and rivers every year, it's important, for everyone, that boaters educate themselves on boating skills and seamanship.
Oct
9
2:00p
End Date
Oct
9
2:00p
End Date
Dutch Oven Demo with Uncle Mike's Kitchen
Fairfield Lake State Park
Get familiar with the basic equipment. Learn simple recipes. Hear the history of the Dutch oven. Live Q&A with a pro!
Oct
11
End Date
Public Hunt: Park Interior Closed Oct. 11 - 14.
Big Bend Ranch State Park
The interior of Big Bend Ranch State Park will be closed October 11-14 for a public hunt (mule deer, archery).
Oct
14
10:00a
End Date
Homeschool Program - Monarch Migration - Registration Required!
Martin Dies, Jr. State Park
Learn all about the Monarch butterflies' migration.
Oct
15
2:00p
End Date
Oct
15
6:30p
End Date
Stephen F. Austin State Park | Two Night Event | Texas Outdoor Family | Houston Area (Registration Open)
Stephen F. Austin State Park
Join us for a fun-filled weekend and discover the joys of camping in your Texas State Parks.
Oct
16
9:00a
End Date
Introduction to Fishing Basics
Sea Center Texas
Learn all about fishing in this interactive session.
Oct
16
10:00a
End Date
Introduction to Dutch Oven
Bonham State Park
Learn how to use a Dutch oven to make your favorite camping recipes!
Oct
16
2:00p
End Date
Oct
22
2:00p
End Date
Oct
22
6:30p
End Date
Garner State Park | Two Night Event | Texas Outdoor Family | San Antonio Area (Registration Open)
Garner State Park
Join us for a fun-filled weekend and discover the joys of camping in your Texas State Parks.
Oct
23
9:30a
End Date
Dinosaur Valley State Park | One Night Event | Texas Outdoor Family | DFW Area (Registration Open)
Dinosaur Valley State Park
Join us for a fun-filled weekend and discover the joys of camping in your Texas State Parks.
Oct
23
2:00p
End Date
Oct
23
5:00p
End Date
Boo in the Park 2021
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, trick or treating, and spooky storytelling.
Oct
24
1:00p
End Date
Halloween Spooktacular
Sea Center Texas
Join Sea Center Texas for an afternoon of family-friendly Halloween fun.
Oct
25
End Date
Public Hunt: Park Interior Closed Oct. 25-28
Big Bend Ranch State Park
The interior of Big Bend Ranch State Park will be closed Oct. 25-28 for a public hunt (Javelina).
Oct
28
8:00a
End Date
USA Archery Level One Instructor Certification
Plano, TX
Become a USA Archery Level 1 instructor and bring archery to your community. You will become certified to set up and run a safe and efficient archery range and teach the basic steps of archery shooting success to audiences of all abilities and backgrounds.
Oct
28
6:00p
End Date
Halloween at the Hatchery 2021
Texas Freshwater Fisheries Center
Grab your costumes and trick-or-treating bags! Our annual Halloween at the Hatchery event returns for an evening of family-friendly fun.
Oct
29
2:00p
End Date
Oct
30
2:00p
End Date
Oct
30
6:00p
End Date
November 2021
Nov
4
10:00a
End Date
Tots on Trails - Registration Required - Counting in Nature!
Martin Dies, Jr. State Park
Toddler Park Programs - Counting!
Nov
5
8:00a
End Date
Birding Hike
Brazos Bend State Park
Brazos Bend State Park is home to over 300 species of birds; the perfect place to bird watch year round!
Nov
5
10:00a
End Date
Reading with a Ranger Library Program
Woodville, TX - Allan Shivers Library & Museum
Join us for reading a Park Ranger selected book.
Nov
5
2:00p
End Date
Nov
6
9:30a
End Date
McKinney Falls State Park | One Night Event | Texas Outdoor Family | Austin Area (Registration Open)
McKinney Falls State Park
Join us for a fun-filled weekend and discover the joys of camping in your Texas State Parks.
Nov
6
9:30a
End Date
Ray Roberts Lake State Park - Johnson Branch Unit | One Night Event | Texas Outdoor Family | DFW Area (Registration Open)
Ray Roberts Lake State Park - Johnson Branch Unit
Join us for a fun-filled weekend and discover the joys of camping in your Texas State Parks.
Nov
6
10:00a
End Date
Nature Walk
Stephen F. Austin State Park
Join us for a short hike as we learn about the native plants that inhabit the three ecozones present at Stephen F. Austin State Park.
Nov
6
2:00p
End Date
Nov
6
7:00p
End Date
Solar System Walk
Dinosaur Valley State Park
Ever wondered how close the planets are to each other? Come with us as we take a 1,000-yard walk through a scale model of the solar system.
Nov
6
8:00p
End Date
Nov
7
8:00a
End Date
Birding Hike
Brazos Bend State Park
Brazos Bend State Park is home to over 300 species of birds; the perfect place to bird watch year round!
Nov
11
10:00a
End Date
Homeschool Program - Fibonacci Fun - Registration Required
Martin Dies, Jr. State Park
Join Ranger Amy to learn about Fibonacci and start seeing patterns everywhere!
Nov
12
2:00p
End Date
Nov
12
2:00p
End Date
Reading with a Ranger Library Program
Jasper, TX - Jasper Public Library
Join us for reading a Park Ranger selected book.
Nov
13
2:00p
End Date
Nov
13
2:00p
End Date
Dutch Oven Demo with Uncle Mike's Kitchen
Fairfield Lake State Park
Get familiar with the basic equipment. Learn simple recipes. Hear the history of the Dutch oven. Live Q&A with a pro!
Nov
19
2:00p
End Date
Nov
20
9:00a
End Date
Boater Education Classroom Course
Sea Center Texas
With more and more people enjoying the lakes and rivers every year, it's important, for everyone, that boaters educate themselves on boating skills and seamanship.
Nov
20
9:30a
End Date
Brazos Bend State Park | One Night Event | Texas Outdoor Family | Houston Area (Registration Open)
Brazos Bend State Park
Join us for a fun-filled weekend and discover the joys of camping in your Texas State Parks.
Nov
20
2:00p
End Date
Nov
26
2:00p
End Date
Nov
27
10:00a
End Date
Deck the Halls
Lyndon B. Johnson State Park & Historic Site
Learn about making Christmas decorations with natural materials
Nov
27
2:00p
End Date
Nov
29
End Date
Public Hunt: Park Interior Closed Nov. 29 - Dec. 2
Big Bend Ranch State Park
The interior of Big Bend Ranch State Park will be closed Nov. 29 - Dec. 2 for a public hunt (youth, deer).
December 2021
Dec
2
10:00a
End Date
Tots on Trails - Registration Required - Shapes and Colors in Nature!
Martin Dies, Jr. State Park
Toddler Park Programs - Shapes and Colors!
Dec
3
10:00a
End Date
Reading with a Ranger Library Program
Woodville, TX - Allan Shivers Library & Museum
Join us for reading a Park Ranger selected book.
Dec
3
2:00p
End Date
Dec
4
10:00a
End Date
Nature Walk
Stephen F. Austin State Park
Join us for a short hike as we learn about the native plants that inhabit the three ecozones present at Stephen F. Austin State Park.
Dec
4
1:00p
End Date
Christmas with the Fishes
Sea Center Texas
Join Sea Center Texas for an afternoon of holiday festivities at the aquarium.
Dec
4
2:00p
End Date
Dec
4
5:00p
End Date
Twinkle Tour 2021
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
4
7:00p
End Date
Solar System Walk
Dinosaur Valley State Park
Ever wondered how close the planets are to each other? Come with us as we take a 1,000-yard walk through a scale model of the solar system.
Dec
4
8:00p
End Date
Dec
5
8:00a
End Date
Birding Hike
Brazos Bend State Park
Brazos Bend State Park is home to over 300 species of birds; the perfect place to bird watch year round!
Dec
6
End Date
Public Hunt: Park Interior Closed Dec. 6-9
Big Bend Ranch State Park
The interior of Big Bend Ranch State Park will be closed Dec. 6-9 for a public hunt (mule deer).
Dec
9
10:00a
End Date
Homeschool Program - Watercolor Nature Scenes - Registration Required!
Martin Dies, Jr. State Park
Join Ranger Amy to learn how to watercolor nature scenes.
Dec
10
2:00p
End Date
Dec
11
2:00p
End Date
Dec
11
2:00p
End Date
Dutch Oven Demo with Uncle Mike's Kitchen
Fairfield Lake State Park
Get familiar with the basic equipment. Learn simple recipes. Hear the history of the Dutch oven. Live Q&A with a pro!
Dec
11
6:00p
End Date
Dec
17
2:00p
End Date
Dec
18
9:00a
End Date
Boater Education Classroom Course
Sea Center Texas
With more and more people enjoying the lakes and rivers every year, it's important, for everyone, that boaters educate themselves on boating skills and seamanship.
Dec
18
2:00p
End Date
Dec
19
5:30p
End Date
52nd Annual LBJ Tree Lighting
Lyndon B. Johnson State Park & Historic Site
Join the Texas Hill Country Community in this special tradition started 52 years ago by President and Mrs. Johnson.
Dec
24
2:00p
End Date
Dec
25
2:00p
End Date
Dec
31
2:00p
End Date
January 2022
Jan
1
2:00p
End Date
Jan
3
End Date
Public Hunt: Park Interior Closed Jan. 3-6
Big Bend Ranch State Park
The interior of Big Bend Ranch State Park will be closed Jan. 3-6 for a public hunt (Quail).
Jan
6
10:00a
End Date
Tots on Trails - Registration Required - Animal Adaptations!
Martin Dies, Jr. State Park
Toddler Park Programs - Animal Adaptations!
Jan
7
2:00p
End Date
Jan
8
2:00p
End Date
Jan
13
10:00a
End Date
Homeschool Program - Phenology Wheels - Registration Required!
Martin Dies, Jr. State Park
Combine nature observation and art to make a phenology wheel.
Jan
14
2:00p
End Date
Jan
15
2:00p
End Date
Jan
21
2:00p
End Date
Jan
22
2:00p
End Date
Jan
28
2:00p
End Date
Jan
29
2:00p
End Date
Jan
31
End Date
Public Hunt: Park Interior Closed Jan. 31- Feb. 3
Big Bend Ranch State Park
The interior of Big Bend Ranch State Park will be closed January 31- February 3 for a public hunt (Quail).
February 2022
Feb
3
10:00a
End Date
Tots on Trails - Registration Required - Fish!
Martin Dies, Jr. State Park
Toddler Park Programs - Fish!
Feb
4
2:00p
End Date
Feb
5
2:00p
End Date
Feb
10
10:00a
End Date
Homeschool Program - Food Chains - Registration Required
Martin Dies, Jr. State Park
Join Ranger Amy to learn about food chains and dissect an owl pellet.
Feb
11
2:00p
End Date
Feb
12
2:00p
End Date
Feb
18
2:00p
End Date
Feb
19
9:00a
End Date
Fun Fish 2022
Lake Tawakoni State Park
Bring your kids to the 19th Annual Trout Fishing Tournament (for children ages 2 through 12) at the Pair-A-Trees Pond.
Feb
19
2:00p
End Date
Feb
25
2:00p
End Date
Feb
26
2:00p
End Date
March 2022
Mar
3
10:00a
End Date
Tots on Trails - Registration Required - Bird Nests!
Martin Dies, Jr. State Park
Toddler Park Programs - Bird nests!
Mar
4
2:00p
End Date
Mar
5
2:00p
End Date
Mar
10
10:00a
End Date
Homeschool Program - Pi Day - Registration Required
Martin Dies, Jr. State Park
Join Ranger Amy to learn Pi, and maybe eat some pie too!
Mar
11
2:00p
End Date
Mar
12
2:00p
End Date
Mar
18
2:00p
End Date
Mar
19
2:00p
End Date
Mar
25
2:00p
End Date
Mar
26
2:00p
End Date
April 2022
Apr
1
2:00p
End Date
Apr
2
2:00p
End Date
Apr
7
10:00a
End Date
Tots on Trails - Registration Required - Baby or Lovey Walk!
Martin Dies, Jr. State Park
Toddler Park Programs - Baby or lovey walk!
Apr
8
2:00p
End Date
Apr
9
2:00p
End Date
Apr
14
10:00a
End Date
Homeschool - Poetry in the Park - Registration Required!
Martin Dies, Jr. State Park
Join Ranger Amy to learn about and create poems!
Apr
15
2:00p
End Date
Apr
16
2:00p
End Date
Apr
22
2:00p
End Date
Apr
23
2:00p
End Date
Apr
29
2:00p
End Date
Apr
30
2:00p
End Date
May 2022
May
5
10:00a
End Date
May
6
2:00p
End Date
May
7
2:00p
End Date
May
12
10:00a
End Date
Homeschool Program - Field Day! - Registration Required
Martin Dies, Jr. State Park
Join us for a fun field day to end the homeschool programs for the year.
May
13
2:00p
End Date
May
14
2:00p
End Date
May
20
2:00p
End Date
May
21
2:00p
End Date
May
27
2:00p
End Date
May
28
2:00p
End Date
June 2022
Jun
3
2:00p
End Date
Jun
4
2:00p
End Date
Jun
10
2:00p
End Date
Jun
11
2:00p
End Date
Jun
17
2:00p
End Date
Jun
18
2:00p
End Date
Jun
24
2:00p
End Date
Jun
25
2:00p
End Date
July 2022
Jul
1
2:00p
End Date
Jul
2
2:00p
End Date
Jul
8
2:00p
End Date
Jul
9
2:00p
End Date
Jul
15
2:00p
End Date
Jul
16
2:00p
End Date
Jul
22
2:00p
End Date
Jul
23
2:00p
End Date
Jul
29
2:00p
End Date
Jul
30
2:00p
End Date
August 2022
Aug
5
2:00p
End Date
Aug
6
2:00p
End Date
Aug
12
2:00p
End Date
Aug
13
2:00p
End Date
Aug
19
2:00p
End Date
Aug
20
2:00p
End Date
Aug
26
2:00p
End Date
Aug
27
2:00p
End Date
September 2022
Sep
2
2:00p
End Date
Sep
3
2:00p
End Date
Sep
9
2:00p
End Date
Sep
10
2:00p
End Date
Sep
16
2:00p
End Date
Sep
17
2:00p
End Date
Sep
23
2:00p
End Date
Sep
24
2:00p
End Date
Sep
30
2:00p
End Date
October 2022
Oct
1
2:00p
End Date
Oct
7
2:00p
End Date
Oct
8
2:00p
End Date
Oct
14
2:00p
End Date
Oct
15
2:00p
End Date
Oct
21
2:00p
End Date
Oct
22
2:00p
End Date
Oct
28
2:00p
End Date
Oct
29
2:00p
End Date
November 2022
Nov
4
2:00p
End Date
Nov
5
2:00p
End Date
Nov
11
2:00p
End Date
Nov
12
2:00p
End Date
Nov
18
2:00p
End Date
Nov
19
2:00p
End Date
Nov
25
2:00p
End Date
Nov
26
2:00p
End Date
December 2022
Dec
2
2:00p
End Date
Dec
3
2:00p
End Date
Dec
9
2:00p
End Date
Dec
10
2:00p
End Date
Dec
16
2:00p
End Date
Dec
17
2:00p
End Date
Dec
23
2:00p
End Date
Dec
24
2:00p
End Date
Dec
30
2:00p
End Date
Dec
31
2:00p
End Date
January 2023
Jan
6
2:00p
End Date
Jan
7
2:00p
End Date
Jan
13
2:00p
End Date
Jan
14
2:00p
End Date
Jan
20
2:00p
End Date
Jan
21
2:00p
End Date
Jan
27
2:00p
End Date
Jan
28
2:00p
End Date
February 2023
Feb
3
2:00p
End Date
Feb
4
2:00p
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Feb
10
2:00p
End Date
Feb
11
2:00p
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Feb
17
2:00p
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Feb
18
2:00p
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Feb
24
2:00p
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Feb
25
2:00p
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