All Events
October 2024
Oct
11
End Date
Annual Texas Pollinator BioBlitz with iNaturalist
McKinney Falls State Park
Mark your calendars now and come contribute to community science!
Oct
11
End Date
Annual Texas Pollinator BioBlitz w/iNaturalist
Guadalupe River State Park
Mark your calendars now and come contribute to community science!
Oct
11
End Date
Texas Bioblitz Pollinator BINGO!
Lake Whitney State Park
Did you know Oct 11-27, 2024, is Texas Pollinator BioBlitz Month
What is that? It is a variety of events in TX focused on surveying and documenting various pollinator species. Participants observe different types of pollinators—such as bees, butterflies, birds, and bats.
Lake Whitney State Park has created a Pollinator BINGO - FACEBOOK challenge for you to find pollinators wherever you may be! This session gives you 9 days to get your Bingo card completed by taking pictures of the pollinators you find.
Oct
11
8:00a
End Date
Wildlife Tax Valuation Workshop - San Saba or Virtual
San Saba, TX - San Saba Civic Center
Biologists will provide an overview of the wildlife tax valuation, developing a wildlife management plan, and management practices. Attendees have the option of attending in-person or online.
Oct
11
9:00a
End Date
Hawk Watch
Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley State Park
Using keen eyesight, binoculars and spotting scopes, watch in awe and help keep count of the many raptors flying over as they continue their migration.
Oct
11
9:00a
End Date
Little Naturalist Preschool Classes
Guadalupe River State Park
Experience Guadalupe River State Park as an outdoor classroom in this program for preschool-age kids!
Oct
11
9:00a
End Date
Basic Angler Education
Galveston Island State Park
Learn some tips and tricks for fishing in Galveston Bay.
Oct
11
9:00a
End Date
Fort Griffin Living History Days - Education Day
Albany, TX - Fort Griffin State Historic Site
Lt. Dolifka is on the move and headed to Fort Griffin to meet with the other Troopers around Texas. Join us for the THC annual Fort Griffin Living History Days!
Oct
11
9:00a
End Date
Birding Tour
Lake Corpus Christi State Park
Spot some of the over 200 species of birds identified at Lake Corpus Christi State Park!
Oct
11
9:00a
End Date
Dinosaur for a Day
Dinosaur Valley State Park
Unleash your inner dinosaur as you use your senses to become a Dinosaur for a Day!
Oct
11
10:30a
End Date
Butterfly and Dragonfly Tours
Estero Llano Grande State Park
Join us on a ranger-led tour for all ages and experience levels through the park noting these beautiful insects, some found nowhere else but in South Texas. This tour is for YOU! How about an air-conditioned Transit Van to avoid the heat?!
Oct
11
1:00p
End Date
Make Your Own Animal Print!
Choke Canyon State Park - Calliham Unit
Use Plaster of Paris to make and take your animal footprint of choice!
Oct
11
1:00p
End Date
Education Center OPEN - Friday Hours
Martin Dies, Jr. State Park
Explore our exhibits, engage in hands-on activities, ask questions!
Oct
11
1:30p
End Date
Wilderness Survival Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to learn about the plants and other resources native people used in our area!
Oct
11
1:30p
End Date
Texas Pollinator BioBlitz
Estero Llano Grande State Park
October 4 through October 27, for all ages and experience levels, we'll post photos of bees, butterflies, hummingbirds, moths, beetles and other pollinators we find on our Butterfly Walks on Instagram, Facebook and iNaturalist. Send us some of your favorites, and we'll publish them on our Facebook page! john.yochum@tpwd.texas.gov . If you're free, attend our Friday Butterfly-Dragonfly Tours from 10:30am to noon. We can furnish binoculars! Bring your cameras if you have them! You will make memorable photos and experiences!
Oct
11
2:00p
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Oct
11
2:00p
End Date
Bison Grocery Store
Palo Duro Canyon State Park
Learn about the bison who once roamed Palo Duro Canyon and their many uses to the Comanche People.
Oct
11
4:00p
End Date
Backyard Bass
Lake Somerville State Park - Nails Creek Unit
Join us for a fantastic outdoor experience at Lake Somerville State Park with our Backyard Bass program!
Oct
11
5:00p
End Date
Nature Scavenger Hunt
Lake Somerville State Park - Nails Creek Unit
Join us for a fun-filled adventure as we explore the wonders of nature through an exciting scavenger hunt.
Oct
11
5:30p
End Date
Kayaking 101
Galveston Island State Park
Join a certified kayak guide to learn the basics of kayaking.
Oct
11
6:45p
End Date
Night Sense - Ranger Led Night Hike
Mission Tejas State Park
Come join the park ranger on a night hike and learn how nocturnal animals use the 5 senses to navigate and live in the dark!
Oct
11
7:00p
End Date
Oct
11
7:00p
End Date
Intro to Astro
Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
Join a ranger for an introduction to astronomy at our beloved Dark Sky Park.
Oct
11
7:00p
End Date
Plant Survival Trail
Choke Canyon State Park - Calliham Unit
Lost in the woods? Come learn what plants you could use to survive in the wild!
Oct
11
7:30p
End Date
Night Hike!
Lake Casa Blanca International State Park
Discover the park's night life like you never have before!
Oct
11
7:30p
End Date
Observe the Moon
Pedernales Falls State Park
Lets take a close look at the brightest object in the night sky!
Oct
12
End Date
Volunteer Work Day
Martin Dies, Jr. State Park
Get Outside Alliance is joining us for a volunteer work day! Sign up to participate!
Oct
12
8:00a
End Date
Cleanup for the Cranes (Registration Required)
Goose Island State Park
Help us prepare for the arrival of Whooping Cranes!
Oct
12
8:00a
End Date
Second Saturday Birdwatching
Martin Dies, Jr. State Park
Join us on the second Saturday of the month to bird watch with a knowledgeable volunteer!
Oct
12
8:30a
End Date
Golf for Beginners 4
Lockhart State Park
Join Ranger Steven for our most advanced golf lesson yet! Registration required.
Oct
12
8:30a
End Date
Morning Bird Walk
McKinney Falls State Park
Come see the wonderful variety of resident and migratory birds the park has to offer!
Oct
12
8:30a
End Date
World Birding Center Birding Tours
Estero Llano Grande State Park
All ages and skill-levels are welcome on this two-hour tour of the park, finding as many species of birds as possible, especially the 30 that are termed Valley Specialties. How about from an air-conditioned van?!
Oct
12
9:00a
End Date
Shore Fishing Clinic
Sea Rim State Park
Learn tips and tricks for fishing from the beach! RESCHEDULE: The September and October fishing classes have new dates.
Oct
12
9:00a
End Date
Dutch Oven Cooking
Daingerfield State Park
Interested in learning to cook in a Dutch oven over a campfire? Daingerfield State Park is the place to be!
Oct
12
9:00a
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Oct
12
9:00a
End Date
Nature Walk on the Wild Side
Davis Mountains State Park
Explore the primitive side of the park on this nature walk.
Oct
12
9:00a
End Date
Hawk Watch
Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley State Park
Using keen eyesight, binoculars and spotting scopes, watch in awe and help keep count of the many raptors flying over as they continue their migration.
Oct
12
9:00a
End Date
Bison & Longhorn Self-Guided Viewing
San Angelo State Park
Watch Bison and Longhorn graze and meet with park staff!
Oct
12
9:00a
End Date
Saturday Morning Check-In (Online)
Lake Casa Blanca International State Park
Join a ranger on Facebook Live for Lake Casa Blanca State Park updates, Q&A, and other fun information.
Oct
12
9:00a
End Date
Fishing with the Ranger
Cooper Lake State Park - South Sulphur Unit
Did someone say, "Let's go fishing"?
Oct
12
9:00a
End Date
Tenkara Fly-Fishing
Learn the ins and outs of flyfishing from fly selection to casting techniques!
Oct
12
9:00a
End Date
Pollinator Bioblitz
Lake Bob Sandlin State Park
Join us as we discover and appreciate our Texas pollinators!
Oct
12
9:00a
End Date
Lake Brownwood Bash
Lake Brownwood State Park
Join us for a day of learning and fun to celebrate our 90th birthday!
Oct
12
9:00a
End Date
Birding Hike - World Migratory Bird Day!
Ray Roberts Lake State Park - Isle Du Bois Unit
Join a Ranger to learn the basics of birding and then go on a hike down the Lost Pines amphitheater to spot some feathered friends.
Oct
12
9:00a
End Date
Outside for All
San Antonio, TX - Berta Almaguer Community Center
TPWD Recruitment representatives will be attending to discuss careers, internships, volunteering, and TPWD resources for outdoor activities with attendees.
Oct
12
9:00a
End Date
Oct
12
9:00a
End Date
Dutch Oven Cooking
Purtis Creek State Park
Come check out what the Purtis Creek Dutch Oven Society is all about!
Oct
12
9:00a
End Date
Fort Griffin Living History Days - Public Day
Albany, TX, TX - Fort Griffin State Historic Site
Lt. Dolifka is on the move and headed to Fort Griffin to meet with the other Troopers around Texas. Join us for the THC annual Fort Griffin Living History Days!
Oct
12
9:00a
End Date
Texas Pollinator Bioblitz
Mother Neff State Park
Join us to observe and identify pollinators on a 1-1.5 mile guided hike.
Oct
12
9:00a
End Date
Saturday Honey Creek Guided Walk
Honey Creek State Natural Area
Experience the natural and cultural history of Honey Creek!
Oct
12
9:30a
End Date
Lake Tawakoni State Park | One Night Event | Texas Outdoor Family | DFW Area (SOLD OUT)
Lake Tawakoni State Park
Join us for a fun-filled weekend and discover the joys of camping in your Texas State Parks.
Oct
12
9:30a
End Date
Dutch Oven Demonstration and Potluck with the Lone Star Dutch Oven Society
Cedar Hill State Park
Learn how to cook the old-fashioned way!
Oct
12
9:30a
End Date
Guided Summit Hike
Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
Join a ranger or volunteer for a morning hike on our most popular trail. SORRY, THIS EVENT HAS BEEN CANCELLED FOR 10/12/2024.
Oct
12
10:00a
End Date
Ranching & Roping
Goliad State Park & Historic Site
Learn why Goliad is considered the Birthplace of Texas Ranching and try your hand at roping!
Oct
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!
Oct
12
10:00a
End Date
Drawing 101: Art in the Park Conservation Series
Choke Canyon State Park - Calliham Unit
Come relax, unwind and record your time at Choke Canyon State Park with a piece of art!
Oct
12
10:00a
End Date
All About Us!
Brazos Bend State Park
Join us to experience the park, like it's your first time, on our Creekfield Lake Trail.
Oct
12
10:00a
End Date
Nature Hike
Lake Bob Sandlin State Park
Join us on a guided hike to learn about many of the park's plants, animals, and some of its history.
Oct
12
10:00a
End Date
Texas Pollinator BioBlitz
Martin Dies, Jr. State Park
Join the exciting BioBlitz to explore, discover, and catalogue important Texas Pollinators.
Oct
12
10:00a
End Date
Footsteps of the CCC
Palo Duro Canyon State Park
Walk in the footsteps of the CCC and learn about how they used their ingenuity to build Palo Duro Canyon State Park.
Oct
12
10:00a
End Date
Fast and the Furriest
Ray Roberts Lake State Park - Johnson Branch Unit
Learn about our park's wildlife.
Oct
12
10:00a
End Date
Pollinator BioBlitz Intro
Falcon State Park
What's the buzz? Join a ranger and learn how to use your phone to identify pollinators in your area!
Oct
12
10:00a
End Date
Oct
12
10:00a
End Date
iNaturalist and Seek for Beginners
Lake Corpus Christi State Park
Learn how to combine technology, nature, and citizen science.
Oct
12
10:00a
End Date
Junior Ranger Hike
Lake Casa Blanca International State Park
Grab your sense of adventure and learn how you can become an official junior ranger!
Oct
12
10:00a
End Date
Through the Ages
Galveston Island State Park
Follow the stories of the people and events that shaped the island and Galveston Island State Park!
Oct
12
10:00a
End Date
Texas Pollinators Hike
Bonham State Park
Join with the ranger on a show and tell hike about our native pollinators.
Oct
12
10:00a
End Date
Survival Hike (RSVP REQ'd)
Martin Dies, Jr. State Park
On this hike you'll encounter wilderness survival scenarios and take a roll of the dice to await your fate!
SAT OCT 12 - FULL; SAT OCT 19 - availability
Oct
12
10:00a
End Date
Edible Plants Walk
Lockhart State Park
Join us to explore the wild treats of the woods in this fun hike!
Oct
12
10:30a
End Date
Through the Ages: First Contact
Galveston Island State Park
This presentation promises to be a captivating journey into the island’s heritage. Don’t miss this opportunity to connect with Galveston’s historical roots with Dr. Wardle!
Oct
12
11:00a
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!
Oct
12
11:30a
End Date
Through the Ages: Maritime Navigation
Galveston Island State Park
Embark on an interactive journey through maritime history with our hands-on navigation workshop hosted by navigation extraordinaire Chris Mantooth!
Oct
12
12:30p
End Date
Through the Ages: Ranching History
Galveston Island State Park
Join us for an engaging journey "Through the Ages" as we explore the rich ranching history of Galveston Island and the park itself! 🌾🐴
Oct
12
12:30p
End Date
Decorate an Upcycled Bird Feeder
Guadalupe River State Park
Come celebrate World Migratory Bird Day with us!
Oct
12
1:00p
End Date
Intro to Archery
Choke Canyon State Park - Calliham Unit
CANCELLED OCTOBER 19th Come shoot some arrows!
Oct
12
1:00p
End Date
Alligators: From Egg to Apex
Brazos Bend State Park
Join us to hear how the largest predator at Brazos Bend starts at the bottom!
Oct
12
1:00p
End Date
Fishing with the Ranger
Cooper Lake State Park - Doctors Creek Unit
Join a ranger learning the basics of fishing. All ages and stages welcome. No experience required!
Oct
12
1:00p
End Date
Oct
12
1:00p
End Date
Incredible Insects Scavenger Hunt
Sheldon Lake State Park & Environmental Learning Center
Buzz on by for a for fun time!
Oct
12
1:00p
End Date
Oct
12
1:30p
End Date
CCC Trail Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to learn about the Civilian Conservation Corps in our park!
Oct
12
1:30p
End Date
Texas Pollinator BioBlitz
Estero Llano Grande State Park
October 4 through October 27, for all ages and experience levels, we'll post photos of bees, butterflies, hummingbirds, moths, beetles and other pollinators we find on our Butterfly Walks on Instagram, Facebook and iNaturalist. Send us some of your favorites, and we'll publish them on our Facebook page! john.yochum@tpwd.texas.gov . If you're free, attend our Friday Butterfly-Dragonfly Tours from 10:30am to noon. We can furnish binoculars! Bring your cameras if you have them! You will make memorable photos and experiences!
Oct
12
1:30p
End Date
Through the Ages: The Evolution of Galveston Island State Park
Galveston Island State Park
Join us for a captivating discussion as we take a journey "Through the Ages" with our Superintendent, who will share the remarkable story of Galveston Island State Park from 1975 to the present day. 🌅🌿
Oct
12
2:00p
End Date
Oct
12
2:00p
End Date
Mission History Tour
Goliad State Park & Historic Site
Enjoy a guided history tour of Mission Espiritu Santo as you learn about life in and around the mission during the Spanish Colonial Era.
Oct
12
2:00p
End Date
Oct
12
2:00p
End Date
Slice of Palo Duro Pie
Palo Duro Canyon State Park
Learn about the geology that makes up each slice of Palo Duro Canyon in this short hike.
Oct
12
2:00p
End Date
2nd Saturday Hike: Trails Through Time
Martin Creek Lake State Park
A walk down historic pathways connects us to those who have gone before.
Oct
12
2:00p
End Date
Sounds of Night
Ray Roberts Lake State Park - Johnson Branch Unit
Learn what animals might be around your campsite at night.
Oct
12
2:00p
End Date
Kid’s Wilderness Survival
Lake Mineral Wells State Park & Trailway
A great program for your child’s outdoor safety and parents learn as much as the kids.
Oct
12
2:00p
End Date
Geology of McKinney Falls
McKinney Falls State Park
Join us at this indoor tabling event to learn about the geology of McKinney Falls
Oct
12
2:00p
End Date
Oct
12
2:00p
End Date
Pollinator Bioblitz Hike
Ray Roberts Lake State Park - Isle Du Bois Unit
Come learn about how you can become a scientist at the palm of your hand then go on a stroll to make some observations on the iNaturalist app!
Oct
12
2:00p
End Date
Pollinator Friends
Lake Corpus Christi State Park
Bees, bats, birds, oh my! Pssst, we also have crafts....
Oct
12
2:00p
End Date
Don't Get Lost: Park Map 101
Dinosaur Valley State Park
Learn to navigate your way through the outdoors!
Oct
12
3:00p
End Date
Oct
12
3:00p
End Date
Nature Craft-ivities
Inks Lake State Park
Come learn about a nature topic followed by an arts and crafts project!
Oct
12
3:30p
End Date
Ancient Spear Throwing
Lockhart State Park
Join us to learn the basics of prehistoric hunting with an atlatl!
Oct
12
5:00p
End Date
Brazos River Pickers
Brazos Bend State Park
Come and enjoy the Brazos River Pickers as they play live country and bluegrass music from America’s roots.
Oct
12
5:30p
End Date
Fall Forest Fest
Stephen F. Austin State Park
Join us for a night of community, fun, and education at Stephen F. Austin State Park
Oct
12
6:00p
End Date
Creatures of the Night
Inks Lake State Park
Join us for a fun and educational experience to learn about some of our our nocturnal creatures!
Oct
12
6:30p
End Date
Annual Observe the Moon Night
Lyndon B. Johnson State Park & Historic Site
Join the Hill Country Astronomers as we celebrate lunar observation, science, and exploration!
Oct
12
6:30p
End Date
Oct
12
7:00p
End Date
Oct
12
7:00p
End Date
Nocturnal Hike
Lake Somerville State Park - Birch Creek Unit
Join us for a guided nocturnal hike to improve night vision and spot and observe nocturnal wildlife.
Oct
12
7:00p
End Date
Star Party
Government Canyon State Natural Area
Bring a blanket or portable chairs for an evening of star gazing and planet-watching.
Oct
12
7:30p
End Date
Scorpion Scavenger Hunt
Palo Duro Canyon State Park
Join us for the last of the season scorpion scavenger hunt!
Bring an ultra-violet flashlight and join us in searching for scorpions along the trail in this evening hike!
Oct
12
8:00p
End Date
Discovery Night
Estero Llano Grande State Park
A ranger-guided night hike which may include stargazing, alligators, pauraques, owls, scorpions, tarantulas, frogs, snakes, armadillos, or raccoons-- it's a surprise for all of us!
Oct
13
End Date
BIG SIT!
Estero Llano Grande State Park
It's like a Worldwide Tailgate Party for Birders! How many bird species can we see from a 17-foot circle?!
Oct
13
8:30a
End Date
Oct
13
9:00a
End Date
Hawk Watch
Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley State Park
Using keen eyesight, binoculars and spotting scopes, watch in awe and help keep count of the many raptors flying over as they continue their migration.
Oct
13
9:00a
End Date
Wing Walks
Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
Join a ranger or volunteer for an introductory birdwatching walk in the shade.
Oct
13
9:00a
End Date
Edible & Medicinal Plant Hike
Abilene State Park
Join a ranger in a hike that will teach you about the edible and medicinal plants native to the park.
Oct
13
9:00a
End Date
Sunday Honey Creek Guided Walk
Honey Creek State Natural Area
Experience the natural and cultural history of Honey Creek!
Oct
13
9:00a
End Date
Guided Bird Walk at Honey Creek Ranch *Registration Required*
Honey Creek State Natural Area
Join us this fall for a special opportunity to explore Honey Creek Ranch with State Natural Area Superintendent, Gilbert, as your guide!
Oct
13
9:00a
End Date
Basic Angler Education
Galveston Island State Park
Learn some tips and tricks for fishing in Galveston Bay.
Oct
13
9:00a
End Date
Pollinator BioBlitz - Prairie Adventure Hike
Galveston Island State Park
Join a prairie expert for an adventure through the remaining 1% of coastal prairie habitat.
Oct
13
9:00a
End Date
Birding with a Ranger
Lake Casa Blanca International State Park
Join a ranger and discover and learn about the great hobby of birding!
Oct
13
9:30a
End Date
Oct
13
10:00a
End Date
Track Talk
Dinosaur Valley State Park
Gather round and hear the 113-million-year-old story of our dinosaur tracks!
Oct
13
10:00a
End Date
All About Us!
Brazos Bend State Park
Join us to experience the park, like it's your first time, on our Creekfield Lake Trail.
Oct
13
10:00a
End Date
Hike with the Pioneers
Palo Duro Canyon State Park
Learn about the different pioneers through time who first saw Palo Duro’s walls on this hike.
Oct
13
10:00a
End Date
Oct
13
12:00p
End Date
Oct
13
1:00p
End Date
Prehistoric Hunting - The Atlatl
Pedernales Falls State Park
How well can you use ancient technology to survive?
Oct
13
1:00p
End Date
Oct
13
1:30p
End Date
Texas Pollinator BioBlitz
Estero Llano Grande State Park
October 4 through October 27, for all ages and experience levels, we'll post photos of bees, butterflies, hummingbirds, moths, beetles and other pollinators we find on our Butterfly Walks on Instagram, Facebook and iNaturalist. Send us some of your favorites, and we'll publish them on our Facebook page! john.yochum@tpwd.texas.gov . If you're free, attend our Friday Butterfly-Dragonfly Tours from 10:30am to noon. We can furnish binoculars! Bring your cameras if you have them! You will make memorable photos and experiences!
Oct
13
2:00p
End Date
Mission History Tour
Goliad State Park & Historic Site
Enjoy a guided history tour of Mission Espiritu Santo as you learn about life in and around the mission during the Spanish Colonial Era.
Oct
13
2:00p
End Date
Rock Stars of the Davis Mountains
Davis Mountains State Park
Come learn about the eruptive origin of our amazing geology.
Oct
13
2:00p
End Date
Photo Hunt
Palo Duro Canyon State Park
Join our rangers to get some tips on taking your own unique photos of the canyon!
Oct
13
2:00p
End Date
The Bows that Shaped Texas
Brazos Bend State Park
Come learn about how one nation changed Texan culture and history forever!
Oct
13
2:00p
End Date
Oct
13
2:00p
End Date
Read, Create, and Explore - Pollinators
Lake Corpus Christi State Park
What is all the buzzzzz about pollinators??
Oct
13
3:00p
End Date
Skins, Skulls, Scales and Scat
Pedernales Falls State Park
What can we learn about wildlife from what they leave behind?
Oct
13
7:00p
End Date
Batty for Bats
Goliad State Park & Historic Site
Get to know our aerial allies a little better and learn why they deserve our appreciation!
Oct
13
7:30p
End Date
Spider Walk
Palo Duro Canyon State Park
Join a ranger in our hunt to find local spider residents in the canyon!
Oct
14
9:00a
End Date
Hawk Watch
Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley State Park
Using keen eyesight, binoculars and spotting scopes, watch in awe and help keep count of the many raptors flying over as they continue their migration.
Oct
14
11:00a
End Date
Fossil Table
Pedernales Falls State Park
The geology of the falls gives us some great views! Come see the small details that make the view even more special!
Oct
14
1:30p
End Date
Texas Pollinator BioBlitz
Estero Llano Grande State Park
October 4 through October 27, for all ages and experience levels, we'll post photos of bees, butterflies, hummingbirds, moths, beetles and other pollinators we find on our Butterfly Walks on Instagram, Facebook and iNaturalist. Send us some of your favorites, and we'll publish them on our Facebook page! john.yochum@tpwd.texas.gov . If you're free, attend our Friday Butterfly-Dragonfly Tours from 10:30am to noon. We can furnish binoculars! Bring your cameras if you have them! You will make memorable photos and experiences!
Oct
14
2:00p
End Date
First Peoples of the Davis Mountains
Davis Mountains State Park
Come hear about the various cultures that have inhabited the Davis Mountains long before the arrival of Fort Davis.
Oct
14
4:30p
End Date
Reading with a Ranger at Pioneer Memorial Library
Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
Join a ranger at the historic Pioneer Memorial Library in Fredericksburg for a nature-oriented story time!
Oct
15
9:00a
End Date
Morning Bird Walk
Davis Mountains State Park
Come join our expert park hosts on a birding adventure through the park.
Oct
15
9:00a
End Date
Hawk Watch
Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley State Park
Using keen eyesight, binoculars and spotting scopes, watch in awe and help keep count of the many raptors flying over as they continue their migration.
Oct
15
10:00a
End Date
Homeschool Class: Log Dissection
Martin Dies, Jr. State Park
"Homeschool Classes” are educational field trip style lessons, only open homeschool families. Open posting to view program description.
Oct
15
10:00a
End Date
Preschool in the Park: The Moon
Lockhart State Park
Come explore, create, and sing with us as we learn about our amazing environment!
Oct
15
1:30p
End Date
Texas Pollinator BioBlitz
Estero Llano Grande State Park
October 4 through October 27, for all ages and experience levels, we'll post photos of bees, butterflies, hummingbirds, moths, beetles and other pollinators we find on our Butterfly Walks on Instagram, Facebook and iNaturalist. Send us some of your favorites, and we'll publish them on our Facebook page! john.yochum@tpwd.texas.gov . If you're free, attend our Friday Butterfly-Dragonfly Tours from 10:30am to noon. We can furnish binoculars! Bring your cameras if you have them! You will make memorable photos and experiences!
Oct
15
2:00p
End Date
Anatomy of a Wildfire
Davis Mountains State Park
Learn all about the benefits and harm that wildfires present.
Oct
16
8:00a
End Date
Habitat Management Workshop - In-person Only
Gatesville, TX - Hanna Ranch
Workshop overviews the 5 tools of wildlife management and includes a field tour to observe how these practices can be used on the land.
Oct
16
8:30a
End Date
World Birding Center Birding Tours
Estero Llano Grande State Park
All ages and skill-levels are welcome on this two-hour tour of the park, finding as many species of birds as possible, especially the 30 that are termed Valley Specialties. How about from an air-conditioned van?!
Oct
16
9:00a
End Date
Hawk Watch
Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley State Park
Using keen eyesight, binoculars and spotting scopes, watch in awe and help keep count of the many raptors flying over as they continue their migration.
Oct
16
9:00a
End Date
Bison & Longhorn Self-Guided Viewing
San Angelo State Park
Watch Bison and Longhorn graze and meet with park staff!
Oct
16
9:00a
End Date
Oct
16
10:00a
End Date
Homeschool Classes in the Park
Guadalupe River State Park
Experience Guadalupe River State Park as an outdoor classroom in this program for school-age kids!
Oct
16
10:30a
End Date
Reading Ranger
Buescher State Park
Join Ranger Madalyn at the Smithville Public Library for themed book readings and a craft! All ages welcome!
Oct
16
1:00p
End Date
Stephen F. Austin State University (SFA) All Majors Career Fair
Nacogdoches, TX - SFA Baker Pattillo Student Center
TPWD Recruitment representatives will be attending to discuss careers, internships, volunteering, and TPWD resources for outdoor activities with attendees.
Oct
16
1:30p
End Date
Texas Pollinator BioBlitz
Estero Llano Grande State Park
October 4 through October 27, for all ages and experience levels, we'll post photos of bees, butterflies, hummingbirds, moths, beetles and other pollinators we find on our Butterfly Walks on Instagram, Facebook and iNaturalist. Send us some of your favorites, and we'll publish them on our Facebook page! john.yochum@tpwd.texas.gov . If you're free, attend our Friday Butterfly-Dragonfly Tours from 10:30am to noon. We can furnish binoculars! Bring your cameras if you have them! You will make memorable photos and experiences!
Oct
16
2:00p
End Date
Oct
17
8:30a
End Date
Wild Wellness
Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley State Park
Connect with nature through exercise and meditation.
Oct
17
9:00a
End Date
Hawk Watch
Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley State Park
Using keen eyesight, binoculars and spotting scopes, watch in awe and help keep count of the many raptors flying over as they continue their migration.
Oct
17
9:00a
End Date
Sunrise Fishing
Galveston Island State Park
Wanting to level up your fishing skills? You have come to the right place!
Oct
17
10:00a
End Date
Hike with Homeless Dogs
Davis Mountains State Park
Help a homeless dog have a great time on the trail!
Oct
17
10:00a
End Date
Homeschool Classes in the Park
Guadalupe River State Park
Experience Guadalupe River State Park as an outdoor classroom in this program for school-age kids!
Oct
17
10:00a
End Date
Scenic Overlook Nature Walk
Guadalupe River State Park
Join us on the first three Thursdays of the month for an easy nature walk with a beautiful view!
Oct
17
1:30p
End Date
Texas Pollinator BioBlitz
Estero Llano Grande State Park
October 4 through October 27, for all ages and experience levels, we'll post photos of bees, butterflies, hummingbirds, moths, beetles and other pollinators we find on our Butterfly Walks on Instagram, Facebook and iNaturalist. Send us some of your favorites, and we'll publish them on our Facebook page! john.yochum@tpwd.texas.gov . If you're free, attend our Friday Butterfly-Dragonfly Tours from 10:30am to noon. We can furnish binoculars! Bring your cameras if you have them! You will make memorable photos and experiences!
Oct
17
6:00p
End Date
Picnic in the Park
Buescher State Park
Friends of the Lost Pines State Parks presents their annual Picnic in the Park at the Picnic Pavilion at Buescher State Park!
Oct
17
7:00p
End Date
Full Moon Hike
Davis Mountains State Park
Come enjoy the beautiful full moon as it rises over the Davis Mountains.
Oct
17
7:00p
End Date
What's That Bird?
Davis Mountains State Park
Find out which critters have been visiting your campsite!
Oct
17
7:00p
End Date
October Supermoon Hike
Cedar Hill State Park
Join us for a Full Moon Hike under the October Super Moon!
Oct
17
8:00p
End Date
Full Moon Party
Gaze at October's Hunter Supermoon through our telescope.
Oct
18
8:00a
End Date
Oct
18
9:00a
End Date
Hawk Watch
Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley State Park
Using keen eyesight, binoculars and spotting scopes, watch in awe and help keep count of the many raptors flying over as they continue their migration.
Oct
18
9:00a
End Date
Basic Angler Education
Galveston Island State Park
Learn some tips and tricks for fishing in Galveston Bay.
Oct
18
9:00a
End Date
Birding Tour
Lake Corpus Christi State Park
Spot some of the over 200 species of birds identified at Lake Corpus Christi State Park!
Oct
18
9:00a
End Date
Wildlife Hike
Pedernales Falls State Park
Join our park ranger in viewing local wildlife in their native habitat!
Oct
18
9:00a
End Date
Art in the Park & Skins and Skulls
Caddo Lake State Park
Experience 2 favorite programs in 1 at Caddo Lake State Park!
Oct
18
9:00a
End Date
Birding with a Ranger
Goose Island State Park
Discover the birds that call Goose Island State Park home!
Oct
18
9:00a
End Date
Paddling for Beginners
Village Creek State Park
Have you always wanted to kayak but never knew how or didn't have access? Join Ranger Alex for a guided paddling trip for beginners! We will launch at the park, learn some paddling basics and explore some of the wonders of Village Creek.
Oct
18
10:00a
End Date
Homeschool Classes in the Park
Guadalupe River State Park
Experience Guadalupe River State Park as an outdoor classroom in this program for school-age kids!
Oct
18
10:00a
End Date
A Hike Through History
Davis Mountains State Park
Retrace the steps of early peoples in the Davis Mountains and learn how they adapted to life in this sky island region of the Chihuahuan Desert.
Oct
18
10:30a
End Date
Butterfly and Dragonfly Tours
Estero Llano Grande State Park
Join us on a ranger-led tour for all ages and experience levels through the park noting these beautiful insects, some found nowhere else but in South Texas. This tour is for YOU! How about an air-conditioned Transit Van to avoid the heat?!
Oct
18
1:00p
End Date
Make Your Own Animal Print!
Choke Canyon State Park - Calliham Unit
Use Plaster of Paris to make and take your animal footprint of choice!
Oct
18
1:00p
End Date
Education Center OPEN - Friday Hours
Martin Dies, Jr. State Park
Explore our exhibits, engage in hands-on activities, ask questions!
Oct
18
1:00p
End Date
Bison Grocery Store
Palo Duro Canyon State Park
Learn about the bison who once roamed Palo Duro Canyon and their many uses to the Comanche People.
Oct
18
1:30p
End Date
Wilderness Survival Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to learn about the plants and other resources native people used in our area!
Oct
18
1:30p
End Date
Texas Pollinator BioBlitz
Estero Llano Grande State Park
October 4 through October 27, for all ages and experience levels, we'll post photos of bees, butterflies, hummingbirds, moths, beetles and other pollinators we find on our Butterfly Walks on Instagram, Facebook and iNaturalist. Send us some of your favorites, and we'll publish them on our Facebook page! john.yochum@tpwd.texas.gov . If you're free, attend our Friday Butterfly-Dragonfly Tours from 10:30am to noon. We can furnish binoculars! Bring your cameras if you have them! You will make memorable photos and experiences!
Oct
18
2:00p
End Date
Oct
18
2:00p
End Date
End of Month Update (Virtual)
Palo Pinto Mountains State Park
Log on and listen to updates on park construction!
Oct
18
2:00p
End Date
Creepy Crawly Critters of the Desert
Davis Mountains State Park
Don't be scared...be curious!! Come learn about the "scary" critters inhabiting our park.
Oct
18
3:00p
End Date
Paint a Bird Feeder
Purtis Creek State Park
Join a Ranger to learn about how animals adapt to food scarcity during the upcoming winter months!
Oct
18
3:30p
End Date
Skins and Skulls
Copper Breaks State Park
Join us to learn about the animals that call the Rolling Plains home!
Oct
18
5:30p
End Date
Pollinator BioBlitz: Birds and Butterflies
Galveston Island State Park
Explore the wonderful world of birds and butterflies migrating through!
Oct
18
7:00p
End Date
Oct
18
7:00p
End Date
Park after Dark: Hunter's Moon Bio-Blitz
Cedar Hill State Park
Join biologist Sam Kieschnick for a moon-lit evening at Penn Farm as we explore some of our park's most mysterious residents.
Oct
18
7:00p
End Date
Full Moon Night Hike
Falcon State Park
Werewolves aren't the only ones who enjoy a hike under the full moon. Join a ranger for a short presentation and a night hike on the trail.
Oct
19
End Date
Autumn Scavenger Hunt (self-guided)
Martin Dies, Jr. State Park
Practice your observation skills as you adventure through the park!
Oct
19
7:00a
End Date
Lake Abilene Trail Run
Abilene State Park
Run the trails around Lake Abilene with Friends of Abilene State Park!
Oct
19
8:00a
End Date
Prep for the Pro Hab Hike
Government Canyon State Natural Area
Do you want to hike to Government Canyon’s Protected Habitat (Pro Hab)? Are you feeling unsure about taking on such a long hike? Join experienced guides who will lead you on a series of progressively longer hikes to help you prepare for the annual Hike to the Pro Hab.
Oct
19
8:00a
End Date
Lee County Wildlife Association Kid Fish - Giddings
Giddings, TX - Mid Town Lee Smith Park (Simmang Park)
Bring out the whole family for this fun, FREE fishing event!
Oct
19
8:30a
End Date
World Birding Center Birding Tours
Estero Llano Grande State Park
All ages and skill-levels are welcome on this two-hour tour of the park, finding as many species of birds as possible, especially the 30 that are termed Valley Specialties. How about from an air-conditioned van?!
Oct
19
9:00a
End Date
The Wonder of Texas' Native Plants
Government Canyon State Natural Area
Take a plant walk to discover the diverse native wildflowers, trees, and shrubs of Bexar County.
Oct
19
9:00a
End Date
Nature Walk on the Wild Side
Davis Mountains State Park
Explore the primitive side of the park on this nature walk.
Oct
19
9:00a
End Date
Hawk Watch
Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley State Park
Using keen eyesight, binoculars and spotting scopes, watch in awe and help keep count of the many raptors flying over as they continue their migration.
Oct
19
9:00a
End Date
Bison & Longhorn Self-Guided Viewing
San Angelo State Park
Watch Bison and Longhorn graze and meet with park staff!
Oct
19
9:00a
End Date
Saturday Morning Check-In (Online)
Lake Casa Blanca International State Park
Join a ranger on Facebook Live for Lake Casa Blanca State Park updates, Q&A, and other fun information.
Oct
19
9:00a
End Date
Bird Walk 101
Palmetto State Park
Join us on this guided hike to learn about the birds that call Palmetto SP home.
Oct
19
9:00a
End Date
Texas Pollinator Bioblitz
Mother Neff State Park
Join us to observe and identify pollinators on a 1-1.5 mile guided hike.
Oct
19
9:00a
End Date
Saturday Honey Creek Guided Walk
Honey Creek State Natural Area
Experience the natural and cultural history of Honey Creek!
Oct
19
9:00a
End Date
Skins, Skulls, Scales and Scat
Pedernales Falls State Park
What can we learn about wildlife from what they leave behind?
Oct
19
9:00a
End Date
Birding For Beginners
Copper Breaks State Park
Learn what it takes to be a birder and gain firsthand experience!
Oct
19
9:00a
End Date
Archery 101
Cooper Lake State Park - South Sulphur Unit
Try archery and learn a lifetime sport.
**Registration is required, program limited to 12 participants.**
Oct
19
9:00a
End Date
Oct
19
9:00a
End Date
Art in the Park and Solar Astronomy
Caddo Lake State Park
Experience 2 favorite programs in 1 at Caddo Lake State Park!
Oct
19
9:00a
End Date
Intro to Fishing Basics - Sea Center TX
Sea Center Texas
Come learn the basics of fishing at this fun, FREE clinic!
Oct
19
9:30a
End Date
Guided Summit Hike
Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
Join a ranger or volunteer for a morning hike on our most popular trail. SORRY, THIS EVENT HAS BEEN CANCELLED FOR 10/12/2024.
Oct
19
9:30a
End Date
Useful and Edible Plants
Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley State Park
Learn about the plants of deep south Texas and their importance to people & wildlife.
Oct
19
9:30a
End Date
Oct
19
10:00a
End Date
Grandma's Classic Cooking
Bonham State Park
Learn how cooking was done years ago without modern conveniences.
Oct
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!
Oct
19
10:00a
End Date
Drawing 101: Art in the Park Conservation Series
Choke Canyon State Park - Calliham Unit
Come relax, unwind and record your time at Choke Canyon State Park with a piece of art!
Oct
19
10:00a
End Date
All About Us!
Brazos Bend State Park
Join us to experience the park, like it's your first time, on our Creekfield Lake Trail.
Oct
19
10:00a
End Date
Beach Walk
Galveston Island State Park
The Gulf of Mexico is our destination. What exciting things will we see along the way?
Oct
19
10:00a
End Date
Bug-Eat-Bug Hike
Lockhart State Park
Explore the world of tiny predators and tiny prey; how they see and how they slay.
Oct
19
10:00a
End Date
Survival Hike (RSVP REQ'd)
Martin Dies, Jr. State Park
On this hike you'll encounter wilderness survival scenarios and take a roll of the dice to await your fate!
SAT OCT 12 - FULL; SAT OCT 19 - availability
Oct
19
10:00a
End Date
El Camino Real Day Celebration
Mission Tejas State Park
Come to Mission Tejas State Park to listen to live music and see presentations on what life as a 19th century settler in East Texas was like!
Oct
19
10:00a
End Date
Intro to Archery *Registration Required*
Goose Island State Park
Discover your new favorite hobby: archery!
Oct
19
10:00a
End Date
Insectigation Hike
Government Canyon State Natural Area
What's bugging you? Let's take a hike to observe some of the little things that are really running the world.
Oct
19
10:00a
End Date
9 Pin Bowling
Learn the history of this unique Texan game and roll a few frames with your friends and family!
Oct
19
10:00a
End Date
Lake Somerville Fall Festival
Lake Somerville State Park - Nails Creek Unit
Join us for a day of nature, learning, and celebration! Lake Somerville Fall Festival 2024, our first event to celebrate the fall season!
Oct
19
10:00a
End Date
Guided Kayak Trip
Martin Dies, Jr. State Park
Explore the sloughs and lake, and discover all about local flora and fauna.
Oct
19
10:00a
End Date
Dutch Oven Cooking
Ray Roberts Lake State Park - Isle Du Bois Unit
Join Members of the Lone Star Dutch Oven Society to learn about the skills and techniques of Dutch oven cooking.
Oct
19
10:00a
End Date
Harvest Heritage Festival
Cedar Hill State Park
Get ready for food, fun, and games at Cedar Hill State Park's biggest annual event!
Oct
19
10:00a
End Date
Oct
19
10:00a
End Date
El Camino Real- Connecting Heritage
Goliad State Park & Historic Site
From game trails to highways, El Camino Real shaped the landscape and culture of Texas in ways we still see today.
Oct
19
10:00a
End Date
Oct
19
10:00a
End Date
State Park Spook-Tacular
Ray Roberts Lake State Park - Johnson Branch Unit
Join rangers all day while we celebrate Halloween.
Oct
19
10:00a
End Date
Fishing with a Ranger
Lake Casa Blanca International State Park
Have you ever wanted to learn how to fish but don't know how to get started?
Oct
19
10:00a
End Date
30th Annual Hueco Tanks Community Fair
Hueco Tanks State Park & Historic Site
It's time for our Annual Community Fair! Come on out for a fun weekend full of tours, presentations, demonstrations, rock climbing and much more!
Oct
19
10:30a
End Date
Oct
19
10:30a
End Date
Mammals of the Caprock: Skins, Skulls, Tracks, & Traces
Caprock Canyons State Park & Trailway
Get up close with the pelts and skulls of the animals who call Caprock home.
Oct
19
11:00a
End Date
Oct
19
11:00a
End Date
Fall Festival
Floresville, TX - Helton Nature Park
Come out and catch some fun, at this free family fishing event!
Oct
19
11:00a
End Date
Majestic Monarchs
Guadalupe River State Park
Come learn all about monarch butterflies and watch a monarch tagging demonstration!
Oct
19
12:00p
End Date
Oct
19
12:00p
End Date
Creature Features
Dinosaur Valley State Park
Grab your spookiest friends and stop by the different booths highlighting cool animal adaptations in celebration of Halloween!
Oct
19
1:00p
End Date
Alligators: From Egg to Apex
Brazos Bend State Park
Join us to hear how the largest predator at Brazos Bend starts at the bottom!
Oct
19
1:00p
End Date
Snakes Alive!
Inks Lake State Park
Listen to Ranger Jamie teach about some native snakes, and why we actually want them around the park.
Oct
19
1:00p
End Date
FREE: Fall Festival & Native Plant Sale
Lockhart State Park
Join the fun at Lockhart State Park for a celebration of fall, pollinators, and plants! Drop in any time between 1-4pm.
Oct
19
1:00p
End Date
Meet Dexter the Corn Snake
Martin Dies, Jr. State Park
Experience an up-close encounter with Dexter, the corn snake, and discover all about local snakes.
Oct
19
1:30p
End Date
Texas Pollinator BioBlitz
Estero Llano Grande State Park
October 4 through October 27, for all ages and experience levels, we'll post photos of bees, butterflies, hummingbirds, moths, beetles and other pollinators we find on our Butterfly Walks on Instagram, Facebook and iNaturalist. Send us some of your favorites, and we'll publish them on our Facebook page! john.yochum@tpwd.texas.gov . If you're free, attend our Friday Butterfly-Dragonfly Tours from 10:30am to noon. We can furnish binoculars! Bring your cameras if you have them! You will make memorable photos and experiences!
Oct
19
2:00p
End Date
Oct
19
2:00p
End Date
Mission History Tour
Goliad State Park & Historic Site
Enjoy a guided history tour of Mission Espiritu Santo as you learn about life in and around the mission during the Spanish Colonial Era.
Oct
19
2:00p
End Date
Oct
19
2:00p
End Date
Nature Craft-ivities-Spiderweb Masterpieces
Inks Lake State Park
Come learn about a nature topic followed by an arts and crafts project!
Oct
19
2:00p
End Date
Art in the Park
Cooper Lake State Park - Doctors Creek Unit
Everything is connected, even in nature.
Oct
19
2:00p
End Date
Oct
19
2:00p
End Date
Art in the Park and Solar Astronomy
Atlanta State Park
Experience 2 favorite programs in 1 at Atlanta State Park!
Oct
19
2:00p
End Date
Oct
19
3:00p
End Date
Oct
19
3:00p
End Date
Oct
19
3:30p
End Date
Oct
19
4:00p
End Date
Oct
19
5:00p
End Date
Candy and Cauldrons Trick-or-Treating
Martin Creek Lake State Park
Enjoy a spooky kooky time at Martin Creek Lake State Park
Oct
19
5:00p
End Date
Junior Ranger Academy
Lake Corpus Christi State Park
Start your journey to becoming a Junior Ranger today!
Oct
19
5:00p
End Date
Halloween in the Park
Sheldon Lake State Park & Environmental Learning Center
Join us for a haunting good time!
Oct
19
5:00p
End Date
Boo in the Park 2024
Lake Tawakoni State Park
Welcome to our annual "Boo in the Park" celebration. Bring the family out for a campsite decorating contest, pumpkin carving contest, and trick or treating.
Oct
19
6:00p
End Date
McKinney Falls Presents: Trunk-or-Treat!
McKinney Falls State Park
Join us for a spooktacular evening at McKinney Falls State Park!
Oct
19
6:30p
End Date
Campsite Decorating Competition and Trick or Treating
Ray Roberts Lake State Park - Johnson Branch Unit
Join us for our nighttime spook-tacular event: Campsite Decorating and Trick-or-Treating
Oct
19
7:00p
End Date
Stargazing Party in the Park
Lake Whitney State Park
Enjoy an evening in the park as you explore the galaxy by star maps and telescope. Retired national park ranger/astronomer Larry Smith will guide you through the planets, moon and stars with fascinating facts.
Oct
19
7:00p
End Date
Oct
19
7:00p
End Date
Night Hike & Stargazing Adventure
Stephen F. Austin State Park
Embrace the beauty of the night sky and explore the wonders of the great outdoors at Stephen F. Austin State Park!
Oct
19
7:00p
End Date
Oct
19
7:30p
End Date
Night Hike
Dinosaur Valley State Park
The sun is down, the critters are out, and we're ready to take a stroll!
Oct
19
7:30p
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.
Oct
19
8:00p
End Date
Insect Extravaganza!
Dinosaur Valley State Park
Observe the diverse insects found right here at Dinosaur Valley under UV light!
Oct
20
8:30a
End Date
Oct
20
9:00a
End Date
Hawk Watch
Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley State Park
Using keen eyesight, binoculars and spotting scopes, watch in awe and help keep count of the many raptors flying over as they continue their migration.
Oct
20
9:00a
End Date
Sunday Honey Creek Guided Walk
Honey Creek State Natural Area
Experience the natural and cultural history of Honey Creek!
Oct
20
9:00a
End Date
Paws and Paths: Exploring the Bauer Unit *Registration Required*
Guadalupe River State Park
Join us for a paws-itively delightful adventure at the Bauer Unit!
Oct
20
9:00a
End Date
Basic Angler Education
Galveston Island State Park
Learn some tips and tricks for fishing in Galveston Bay.
Oct
20
9:00a
End Date
Oct
20
9:00a
End Date
Kayaking 101 (Registration Required)
Lake Casa Blanca International State Park
Learn about the fun sport of kayaking out on Lake Casa Blanca!
Oct
20
9:00a
End Date
Wing Walks
Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
Join a ranger or volunteer for an introductory birdwatching walk in the shade.
Oct
20
10:00a
End Date
Track Talk
Dinosaur Valley State Park
Gather round and hear the 113-million-year-old story of our dinosaur tracks!
Oct
20
10:00a
End Date
Bay Exploration
Galveston Island State Park
Explore the marsh and bay ecosystems, on land and below the surface.
Oct
20
10:00a
End Date
All About Us!
Brazos Bend State Park
Join us to experience the park, like it's your first time, on our Creekfield Lake Trail.
Oct
20
10:00a
End Date
Junior Ranger Hike
Abilene State Park
An informative hike led by a ranger for youth and their parents!
Oct
20
10:00a
End Date
30th Annual Hueco Tanks Community Fair
Hueco Tanks State Park & Historic Site
It's time for our Annual Community Fair! Come on out for a fun weekend full of tours, presentations, demonstrations, rock climbing and much more!
Oct
20
10:00a
End Date
Black Cowboys: Builders of the West
Palo Duro Canyon State Park
Learn about how cowboys of African American descent created our image of the Wild West in this moderate hike.
Oct
20
10:00a
End Date
Art in the Park
Cooper Lake State Park - South Sulphur Unit
Create a work of art in the style of ancient Japanese fishermen, Gyotaku Fish Art.
Oct
20
10:00a
End Date
Art in the Park FRIENDS Group Fundraiser
Inks Lake State Park
Paint some scenery from the Park with help from a local artist!
Oct
20
10:00a
End Date
Aranama Nature Trail Hike
Goliad State Park & Historic Site
Explore the flora, fauna, and history of Goliad State Park on this ranger-led 1/3-mile hike.
Oct
20
11:00a
End Date
Oct
20
11:00a
End Date
Native Plant Walk
Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
Experience the unique botanical offerings of Enchanted Rock with a ranger or volunteer on this easy hike.
Oct
20
12:00p
End Date
Oct
20
1:00p
End Date
Oct
20
1:30p
End Date
Texas Pollinator BioBlitz
Estero Llano Grande State Park
October 4 through October 27, for all ages and experience levels, we'll post photos of bees, butterflies, hummingbirds, moths, beetles and other pollinators we find on our Butterfly Walks on Instagram, Facebook and iNaturalist. Send us some of your favorites, and we'll publish them on our Facebook page! john.yochum@tpwd.texas.gov . If you're free, attend our Friday Butterfly-Dragonfly Tours from 10:30am to noon. We can furnish binoculars! Bring your cameras if you have them! You will make memorable photos and experiences!
Oct
20
2:00p
End Date
Mission History Tour
Goliad State Park & Historic Site
Enjoy a guided history tour of Mission Espiritu Santo as you learn about life in and around the mission during the Spanish Colonial Era.
Oct
20
2:00p
End Date
Rock Stars of the Davis Mountains
Davis Mountains State Park
Come learn about the eruptive origin of our amazing geology.
Oct
20
2:00p
End Date
Cowboys and Cottonwoods
Palo Duro Canyon State Park
Join our rangers in hiking along a portion of the Paseo Del Rio Trail (Approximately 1 mile roundtrip).
Oct
20
2:00p
End Date
The Old Tree's Beard: Garlands of the Swamp
Brazos Bend State Park
Come learn about those weird, gray vines hanging from our trees: Spanish moss!
Oct
20
2:00p
End Date
Kallison Ranch Hike
Government Canyon State Natural Area
Join us on a trip back in time with a short but beautiful hike to the historic Kallison Ranch complex.
Oct
20
3:00p
End Date
Sea Center Spooktacular
Sea Center Texas
Join Sea Center Texas for our annual Halloween Spooktacular. Sunday, October 20th from 3pm-6pm.
Oct
21
9:00a
End Date
Hawk Watch
Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley State Park
Using keen eyesight, binoculars and spotting scopes, watch in awe and help keep count of the many raptors flying over as they continue their migration.
Oct
21
1:30p
End Date
Texas Pollinator BioBlitz
Estero Llano Grande State Park
October 4 through October 27, for all ages and experience levels, we'll post photos of bees, butterflies, hummingbirds, moths, beetles and other pollinators we find on our Butterfly Walks on Instagram, Facebook and iNaturalist. Send us some of your favorites, and we'll publish them on our Facebook page! john.yochum@tpwd.texas.gov . If you're free, attend our Friday Butterfly-Dragonfly Tours from 10:30am to noon. We can furnish binoculars! Bring your cameras if you have them! You will make memorable photos and experiences!
Oct
21
2:00p
End Date
First Peoples of the Davis Mountains
Davis Mountains State Park
Come hear about the various cultures that have inhabited the Davis Mountains long before the arrival of Fort Davis.
Oct
22
9:00a
End Date
Morning Bird Walk
Davis Mountains State Park
Come join our expert park hosts on a birding adventure through the park.
Oct
22
9:00a
End Date
Hawk Watch
Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley State Park
Using keen eyesight, binoculars and spotting scopes, watch in awe and help keep count of the many raptors flying over as they continue their migration.
Oct
22
1:30p
End Date
Texas Pollinator BioBlitz
Estero Llano Grande State Park
October 4 through October 27, for all ages and experience levels, we'll post photos of bees, butterflies, hummingbirds, moths, beetles and other pollinators we find on our Butterfly Walks on Instagram, Facebook and iNaturalist. Send us some of your favorites, and we'll publish them on our Facebook page! john.yochum@tpwd.texas.gov . If you're free, attend our Friday Butterfly-Dragonfly Tours from 10:30am to noon. We can furnish binoculars! Bring your cameras if you have them! You will make memorable photos and experiences!
Oct
22
2:00p
End Date
Anatomy of a Wildfire
Davis Mountains State Park
Learn all about the benefits and harm that wildfires present.
Oct
23
8:30a
End Date
World Birding Center Birding Tours
Estero Llano Grande State Park
All ages and skill-levels are welcome on this two-hour tour of the park, finding as many species of birds as possible, especially the 30 that are termed Valley Specialties. How about from an air-conditioned van?!
Oct
23
9:00a
End Date
Hawk Watch
Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley State Park
Using keen eyesight, binoculars and spotting scopes, watch in awe and help keep count of the many raptors flying over as they continue their migration.
Oct
23
9:00a
End Date
Bison & Longhorn Self-Guided Viewing
San Angelo State Park
Watch Bison and Longhorn graze and meet with park staff!
Oct
23
10:00a
End Date
Master Naturalist Hike
Davis Mountains State Park
Take an introductory deep dive into the Davis Mountains on this easy walk 'n' talk.
Oct
23
11:00a
End Date
Oregon State University All Industry Career Fair
Corvallis, TX - CH2M Hill Alumni Center
TPWD Recruitment representatives will be attending to discuss careers, internships, volunteering, and TPWD resources for outdoor activities with Oregon State students.
Oct
23
11:00a
End Date
SRSU Whats Next? Event
Alpine, TX - Morgan University Center @ Sul Ross State University
TPWD Recruitment representatives will be attending to discuss careers, internships, volunteering, and TPWD resources for outdoor activities with SRSU students.
Oct
23
11:00a
End Date
Austin Community College (ACC) Job Fair (Highland Campus)
Austin, TX - ACC Highland Campus
TPWD Recruitment representatives will be attending to discuss careers, internships, volunteering, and TPWD resources for outdoor activities with ACC students.
Oct
23
1:00p
End Date
Texas A&M International University's 2024 Fall All Majors Career Fair
Laredo, TX - Texas A&M International University
TPWD Recruitment representatives will be attending to discuss careers, internships, volunteering, and TPWD resources for outdoor activities with attendees.
Oct
23
1:30p
End Date
Texas Pollinator BioBlitz
Estero Llano Grande State Park
October 4 through October 27, for all ages and experience levels, we'll post photos of bees, butterflies, hummingbirds, moths, beetles and other pollinators we find on our Butterfly Walks on Instagram, Facebook and iNaturalist. Send us some of your favorites, and we'll publish them on our Facebook page! john.yochum@tpwd.texas.gov . If you're free, attend our Friday Butterfly-Dragonfly Tours from 10:30am to noon. We can furnish binoculars! Bring your cameras if you have them! You will make memorable photos and experiences!
Oct
23
8:30p
End Date
Dark Sky Tour
Davis Mountains State Park
Come join us as we appreciate some of the darkest skies in the U.S.
Oct
24
9:00a
End Date
Hawk Watch
Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley State Park
Using keen eyesight, binoculars and spotting scopes, watch in awe and help keep count of the many raptors flying over as they continue their migration.
Oct
24
9:00a
End Date
Sunrise Fishing
Galveston Island State Park
Wanting to level up your fishing skills? You have come to the right place!
Oct
24
10:00a
End Date
Hike with Homeless Dogs
Davis Mountains State Park
Help a homeless dog have a great time on the trail!
Oct
24
10:00a
End Date
Texas A&M Galveston Career Fair
Galveston, TX - Aggie Special Events Center (ASEC)
TPWD Recruitment representatives will be attending to discuss careers, internships, volunteering, and TPWD resources for outdoor activities with attendees.
Oct
24
12:00p
End Date
University of Oregon Fall Career & Internship Expo
Eugene, TX - Erb Memorial Union (EMU) Ballroom
TPWD Recruitment representatives will be attending to discuss careers, internships, volunteering, and TPWD resources for outdoor activities with Oregon students.
Oct
24
1:30p
End Date
Texas Pollinator BioBlitz
Estero Llano Grande State Park
October 4 through October 27, for all ages and experience levels, we'll post photos of bees, butterflies, hummingbirds, moths, beetles and other pollinators we find on our Butterfly Walks on Instagram, Facebook and iNaturalist. Send us some of your favorites, and we'll publish them on our Facebook page! john.yochum@tpwd.texas.gov . If you're free, attend our Friday Butterfly-Dragonfly Tours from 10:30am to noon. We can furnish binoculars! Bring your cameras if you have them! You will make memorable photos and experiences!
Oct
24
7:00p
End Date
What's That Bird?
Davis Mountains State Park
Find out which critters have been visiting your campsite!
Oct
25
End Date
Oct
25
9:00a
End Date
Hawk Watch
Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley State Park
Using keen eyesight, binoculars and spotting scopes, watch in awe and help keep count of the many raptors flying over as they continue their migration.
Oct
25
9:00a
End Date
Little Naturalist Preschool Classes
Guadalupe River State Park
Experience Guadalupe River State Park as an outdoor classroom in this program for preschool-age kids!
Oct
25
9:00a
End Date
Basic Angler Education
Galveston Island State Park
Learn some tips and tricks for fishing in Galveston Bay.
Oct
25
9:00a
End Date
Dinosaur for a Day
Dinosaur Valley State Park
Unleash your inner dinosaur as you use your senses to become a Dinosaur for a Day!
Oct
25
9:00a
End Date
Birding with a Ranger
Goose Island State Park
Discover the birds that call Goose Island State Park home!
Oct
25
9:00a
End Date
Fort Belknap Living History Days - Education Day
Newcastle, TX, TX - Fort Belknap Historic SIte
Your presence is requested at Historic Fort Belknap!
Oct
25
10:00a
End Date
A Hike Through History
Davis Mountains State Park
Retrace the steps of early peoples in the Davis Mountains and learn how they adapted to life in this sky island region of the Chihuahuan Desert.
Oct
25
10:30a
End Date
Butterfly and Dragonfly Tours
Estero Llano Grande State Park
Join us on a ranger-led tour for all ages and experience levels through the park noting these beautiful insects, some found nowhere else but in South Texas. This tour is for YOU! How about an air-conditioned Transit Van to avoid the heat?!
Oct
25
1:00p
End Date
Make Your Own Animal Print!
Choke Canyon State Park - Calliham Unit
Use Plaster of Paris to make and take your animal footprint of choice!
Oct
25
1:00p
End Date
Education Center OPEN - Friday Hours
Martin Dies, Jr. State Park
Explore our exhibits, engage in hands-on activities, ask questions!
Oct
25
1:00p
End Date
Kerr Wildlife Management Area - White-tailed Deer Seminar
Kerr Wildlife Management Area
Afternoon seminar focused on white-tailed deer.
Oct
25
1:30p
End Date
Wilderness Survival Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to learn about the plants and other resources native people used in our area!
Oct
25
1:30p
End Date
Texas Pollinator BioBlitz
Estero Llano Grande State Park
October 4 through October 27, for all ages and experience levels, we'll post photos of bees, butterflies, hummingbirds, moths, beetles and other pollinators we find on our Butterfly Walks on Instagram, Facebook and iNaturalist. Send us some of your favorites, and we'll publish them on our Facebook page! john.yochum@tpwd.texas.gov . If you're free, attend our Friday Butterfly-Dragonfly Tours from 10:30am to noon. We can furnish binoculars! Bring your cameras if you have them! You will make memorable photos and experiences!
Oct
25
2:00p
End Date
Oct
25
2:00p
End Date
Creepy Crawly Critters of the Desert
Davis Mountains State Park
Don't be scared...be curious!! Come learn about the "scary" critters inhabiting our park.
Oct
25
2:00p
End Date
Texas Pollinator BioBlitz
Garner State Park
Participate in citizen science by observing and tracking pollinators and flowering plants at Garner State Park. A parker Ranger will instruct you how to use the iNaturalist app observe and identify pollinators then guide to the best viewing areas in the park for pollinator viewing.
Oct
25
2:30p
End Date
Oysters: The Pearl of Goose Island
Goose Island State Park
How do oysters provide protection to the coast? Come find out!
Oct
25
3:00p
End Date
Oct
25
3:30p
End Date
Oct
25
5:00p
End Date
Campfire Stories
Martin Dies, Jr. State Park
Gather 'round the campfire to hear adventurous tall tales and scary stories!
Oct
25
5:00p
End Date
Oct
25
5:00p
End Date
Sensory Walk
Lake Somerville State Park - Birch Creek Unit
Join us for a guided discovery hike using all our senses and connect with the forest.
Oct
25
5:30p
End Date
Pollinator BioBlitz: Birds and Butterflies
Galveston Island State Park
Explore the wonderful world of birds and butterflies migrating through!
Oct
25
6:00p
End Date
Oct
25
6:00p
End Date
Little River-San Gabriel Turkey Update Meeting
Granger, TX - Granger Lake USACE Office
Join biologists as they discuss turkey management and provide an updates on an active turkey restoration project in Central Texas.
Oct
25
6:30p
End Date
Huntsville State Park | Two 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.
Oct
25
6:30p
End Date
Campfire Cures: Scary Stories & Fears of the Dark
Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
Sit around the campfire with a ranger and shed some light on your fears of the dark.
Oct
25
7:00p
End Date
Nocturnal Hike
Lake Somerville State Park - Nails Creek Unit
Join us for a guided nocturnal hike to improve night vision and spot and observe nocturnal wildlife.
Oct
25
7:00p
End Date
Plant Survival Trail
Choke Canyon State Park - Calliham Unit
Lost in the woods? Come learn what plants you could use to survive in the wild!
Oct
25
7:00p
End Date
Haunted History Walk
Cedar Hill State Park
Are the rumors of Penn Farm's haunted nature true? Come out to our haunted history walk to find out!
Oct
25
7:00p
End Date
Halloween Night Hike *Registration Required*
Guadalupe River State Park
Join us for a hauntingly fun night hike through the eerie trails of Guadalupe River State Park!
Oct
25
7:00p
End Date
Oct
25
7:00p
End Date
Zombie Survival Game Night
Huntsville State Park
Join us for an interactive game learning about survival essentials in a post-apocalyptic world.
Oct
25
7:00p
End Date
Decorate a Star Chart
Lake Corpus Christi State Park
Make and decorate your very own map of the night sky!
Oct
25
7:30p
End Date
Oct
25
7:30p
End Date
Campfire Connoisseur
Lake Casa Blanca International State Park
Do you have the skills to build a perfect campfire? Join a ranger and learn about the essential do's and don'ts around campfire making.
Oct
25
7:30p
End Date
Night Hike (RSVP REQ'D)
Martin Dies, Jr. State Park
Explore the wild after the sun goes down to discover how the world changes at night.
Oct
25
8:00p
End Date
Oct
25
9:00p
End Date
Tour the Cosmos
Lake Corpus Christi State Park
Stop by and take some time to observe the wonders of the night sky.
Oct
26
8:30a
End Date
Birdwatching with a Ranger
Lake Bob Sandlin State Park
Join us to learn the skills and tools to watch birds!
Oct
26
8:30a
End Date
World Birding Center Birding Tours
Estero Llano Grande State Park
All ages and skill-levels are welcome on this two-hour tour of the park, finding as many species of birds as possible, especially the 30 that are termed Valley Specialties. How about from an air-conditioned van?!
Oct
26
8:30a
End Date
Kayak Tour of St. Charles Bay *Registration Required*
Goose Island State Park
What will we see on today's trip?
Oct
26
9:00a
End Date
Nature Walk on the Wild Side
Davis Mountains State Park
Explore the primitive side of the park on this nature walk.
Oct
26
9:00a
End Date
Hawk Watch
Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley State Park
Using keen eyesight, binoculars and spotting scopes, watch in awe and help keep count of the many raptors flying over as they continue their migration.
Oct
26
9:00a
End Date
Bison & Longhorn Self-Guided Viewing
San Angelo State Park
Watch Bison and Longhorn graze and meet with park staff!
Oct
26
9:00a
End Date
Saturday Morning Check-In (Online)
Lake Casa Blanca International State Park
Join a ranger on Facebook Live for Lake Casa Blanca State Park updates, Q&A, and other fun information.
Oct
26
9:00a
End Date
Texas Pollinator Bioblitz
Mother Neff State Park
Join us to observe and identify pollinators on a 1-1.5 mile guided hike.
Oct
26
9:00a
End Date
Saturday Honey Creek Guided Walk
Honey Creek State Natural Area
Experience the natural and cultural history of Honey Creek!
Oct
26
9:00a
End Date
Track or Treat (Skins and Skulls)
Caddo Lake State Park
Safely get up close to some of the wild animals found in east Texas and make your own track to take home!
Oct
26
9:00a
End Date
Fall Hike
Cooper Lake State Park - South Sulphur Unit
Join us for a short leisurely fall seasonal hike.
Oct
26
9:00a
End Date
Fort Belknap Living History Days - Public Day
Newcastle, TX, TX - Fort Belknap Historic SIte
Your presence is requested at Historic Fort Belknap!
Oct
26
9:00a
End Date
Angler Education Instructor Training Workshop - New Braunfels
New Braunfels, TX - Texas Wildlife Association
Become a TPWD certified Angler Education Instructor
Oct
26
9:30a
End Date
Guided Summit Hike
Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
Join a ranger or volunteer for a morning hike on our most popular trail. SORRY, THIS EVENT HAS BEEN CANCELLED FOR 10/12/2024.
Oct
26
9:30a
End Date
Dinosaur Valley State Park | One Night Event | Texas Outdoor Family | DFW Area (SOLD OUT)
Dinosaur Valley State Park
Join us for a fun-filled weekend and discover the joys of camping in your Texas State Parks.
Oct
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!
Oct
26
10:00a
End Date
Bay Exploration
Galveston Island State Park
Explore the marsh and bay ecosystems, on land and below the surface.
Oct
26
10:00a
End Date
Drawing 101: Art in the Park Conservation Series
Choke Canyon State Park - Calliham Unit
Come relax, unwind and record your time at Choke Canyon State Park with a piece of art!
Oct
26
10:00a
End Date
All About Us!
Brazos Bend State Park
Join us to experience the park, like it's your first time, on our Creekfield Lake Trail.
Oct
26
10:00a
End Date
Nature Hike
Lake Bob Sandlin State Park
Join us on a guided hike to learn about many of the park's plants, animals, and some of its history.
Oct
26
10:00a
End Date
Oct
26
10:00a
End Date
Gifts from the Trees Hike
Lockhart State Park
Discover the secrets of your backyard trees in this fun walk!
Oct
26
10:00a
End Date
Spooky Wildlife
Ray Roberts Lake State Park - Johnson Branch Unit
Join rangers for a spooky wildlife talk focused on the creepy wildlife that we have around our park.
Oct
26
10:00a
End Date
Craft time with Beverly
South Llano River State Park
Join Park Host Beverly for some cool craft projects !
Oct
26
10:00a
End Date
Pumpkin Painting
Goliad State Park & Historic Site
Break out your creativity and paint a pumpkin! Will you be a lucky winner taking home a prize?
Oct
26
10:00a
End Date
Watercolors by the Lake
Let the sights and sound of Possum Kingdom Lake inspire your next masterpiece!
Oct
26
10:00a
End Date
Oct
26
10:00a
End Date
B.A.R.K. Ranger Hike
Daingerfield State Park
Join us for a Hike with your B.A.R.K. Ranger to the Mountain View Summit!
Oct
26
10:30a
End Date
Bison: A Living Legacy
Caprock Canyons State Park & Trailway
Learn about how the Southern Plains Bison were more than a source of sustenance for the people of the land.
Oct
26
11:00a
End Date
Wildcraft: Tarantulas!
Brazos Bend State Park
Join us for a story about tarantulas and create your own eight-legged friend to take home!
Oct
26
11:00a
End Date
Snake Seasons
Ray Roberts Lake State Park - Isle Du Bois Unit
Celebrate spooky season with some live snake fun!
Oct
26
11:30a
End Date
Oct
26
11:30a
End Date
Animals and their Habitats
Martin Dies, Jr. State Park
Discover animal habitats and what animals need to live. Then, try your hand at building an animal shelter of your own!
Oct
26
12:00p
End Date
Oct
26
12:00p
End Date
Skins and Skulls
Purtis Creek State Park
Check out our collection of skins, skulls, and shells from Texas animals!
Oct
26
1:00p
End Date
Intro to Archery
Choke Canyon State Park - Calliham Unit
CANCELLED OCTOBER 19th Come shoot some arrows!
Oct
26
1:00p
End Date
Education Center OPEN - Saturday Hours
Martin Dies, Jr. State Park
Explore our exhibits, engage in hands-on activities, ask questions!
Oct
26
1:00p
End Date
Fall Hike
Cooper Lake State Park - Doctors Creek Unit
Bursts of color and crunchy underfoot, the leaves of fall are.
Oct
26
1:00p
End Date
Pumpkin Decorating Competition
Ray Roberts Lake State Park - Johnson Branch Unit
Show off your wildlife or park scene painting skills to win prizes!
Oct
26
1:00p
End Date
Spectacular Snakes!
Brazos Bend State Park
Join us for a talk about our slithery friends, the snakes!
Oct
26
1:00p
End Date
Pollinator BioBlitz
Lockhart State Park
Let's see how many different pollinator species we can find at Lockhart State Park!
Oct
26
1:30p
End Date
CCC Trail Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to learn about the Civilian Conservation Corps in our park!
Oct
26
1:30p
End Date
Texas Pollinator BioBlitz
Estero Llano Grande State Park
October 4 through October 27, for all ages and experience levels, we'll post photos of bees, butterflies, hummingbirds, moths, beetles and other pollinators we find on our Butterfly Walks on Instagram, Facebook and iNaturalist. Send us some of your favorites, and we'll publish them on our Facebook page! john.yochum@tpwd.texas.gov . If you're free, attend our Friday Butterfly-Dragonfly Tours from 10:30am to noon. We can furnish binoculars! Bring your cameras if you have them! You will make memorable photos and experiences!
Oct
26
1:30p
End Date
Plant Identification
Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley State Park
Gain a survival skill you can actually rely on, learn how to ID plants for your next great adventure.
Oct
26
2:00p
End Date
Oct
26
2:00p
End Date
Mission History Tour
Goliad State Park & Historic Site
Enjoy a guided history tour of Mission Espiritu Santo as you learn about life in and around the mission during the Spanish Colonial Era.
Oct
26
2:00p
End Date
Skins and Skulls
Inks Lake State Park
Learn how an animal's unique fur pattern or skull anatomy helps it survive and touch real specimens!
Oct
26
2:00p
End Date
History with a Ranger - The Spanish and the Caddo
Mission Tejas State Park
Come to Mission Tejas for an educational program and short hike about some of our historic structures and the interactions between the Spanish and Caddo people.
Oct
26
2:00p
End Date
Oct
26
2:00p
End Date
Skins, Skulls, Tracks, and Scat
Atlanta State Park
Create a take home track and learn about some of the mysterious animals that live in Atlanta State Park!
Oct
26
2:00p
End Date
Oct
26
2:00p
End Date
Skins and Skulls!
South Llano River State Park
Check out animal skins and furs found in the Hill Country.
Oct
26
3:00p
End Date
Oct
26
3:00p
End Date
Fly Fishing Instructor Training Workshop - New Braunfels
New Braunfels, TX - Texas Wildlife Association
Become a TPWD certified Fly Fishing Instructor
Oct
26
3:00p
End Date
Oct
26
3:00p
End Date
Oct
26
3:30p
End Date
Pollinator BioBlitz: Identify That!
Galveston Island State Park
Are you always wondering what that cool bug or nifty plant is? We can help!
Oct
26
4:00p
End Date
Decorate a Halloween Mask
Purtis Creek State Park
Join a ranger to decorate an animal mask and learn about Leave No Trace!
Oct
26
4:00p
End Date
Oct
26
4:00p
End Date
Explore Archery - Halloween Edition!
McKinney Falls State Park
Join McKinney Falls and Explore Archery for a Spooktacular Archery Event!
Oct
26
5:00p
End Date
Oct
26
5:00p
End Date
Ghouls Night Out at Lake Whitney
Lake Whitney State Park
The Horseshoe Loop will be our Trick or Treat Trail from 5 pm to 7 pm. COSTUME CONTEST from 4:30 to 5:30 judging for best adult, child and pet! Participating campsites will get a 20% discount and provide fun for the visiting ghouls and goblins looking for eeks and treats at these campsites.
Oct
26
5:00p
End Date
Oct
26
5:00p
End Date
Oct
26
5:00p
End Date
BOO-gill Fishing and Haunted House
Huntsville State Park
Join us for an evening of fishing and a haunting look at what lurks in the woods.
Oct
26
5:00p
End Date
Oct
26
5:30p
End Date
Night Hike - Fall Trees and Tall Tales
Mission Tejas State Park
Come to Mission Tejas State Park for a night hike with park staff and hear tall tales and legends of the people who lived here and the beasts they told stories of.
Oct
26
5:30p
End Date
Oct
26
5:30p
End Date
Trick or Treat in the Park
Martin Dies, Jr. State Park
Join us for family friendly fun! The Trick or Treat loop will be closed to traffic so we can stay spooky and safe! This event is free and open to the general public
Oct
26
6:00p
End Date
Oct
26
6:00p
End Date
Oct
26
6:00p
End Date
9th Annual Boo Camp
Lake Bob Sandlin State Park
Come join us for some family friendly Halloween fun!
Oct
26
6:00p
End Date
** Cancelled ** Spooky Science Fest: ** Cancelled ** Night of the Living Bugs! ** Cancelled **
Estero Llano Grande State Park
Celebrate and save our tiny heroes! Come and see how! Bring your friends and family of all ages, in costume if you like, to join what has been 1,000 to 2,000 others for our annual Fall Festival to learn a little science and perhaps to be frightened just the right amount!
Oct
26
6:30p
End Date
Storytelling Down In The Hollow
Lake Mineral Wells State Park & Trailway
“Listen to stories, cowboy poetry and folklore in a beautiful setting.”
Oct
26
6:30p
End Date
Wildlife Trick or Treat
Government Canyon State Natural Area
Take a short, wooded hike to visit a series of trail stations where you'll learn about "spooky" wildlife including scorpions, bats, skunks and more. Bring your trick-or-treat gear!
Oct
26
7:00p
End Date
Oct
26
7:00p
End Date
Star Party with UT ASA
Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
Join the University of Texas Astronomy Students Association for a very spooky Star Party!
Oct
26
7:00p
End Date
Date change: Halloween in the Park
Palo Duro Canyon State Park
Grab your costumes and trick or treating bags and come down to the canyon for a spooky evening in the park
Oct
26
7:00p
End Date
Boo in the Park Spooky Hike
Bonham State Park
Take a guided hike over a dimly lit trail and hear spooky stories collected by a band of storytellers.
Oct
26
7:00p
End Date
Haunted Hollows Hike
Lake Whitney State Park
The Towash Forest Trail may be an easy 1-mile to walk, but you never know what you may encounter in these hollows!
Oct
26
7:00p
End Date
Spooky Star Party
Pedernales Falls State Park
Come join the Austin Astronomical Society in viewing stars, planets and galaxies through dozens of different telescopes the weekend before Halloween!
Oct
26
7:00p
End Date
Pollinator BioBlitz: Insects of the Night
Goose Island State Park
What is a BioBlitz? Join a ranger to find out and explore bugs at night!
Oct
26
7:00p
End Date
Spooky Creatures of the Night Hike
Lockhart State Park
Ever wondered what (or who) goes bump in the night?
Oct
26
7:00p
End Date
Tales in the Dark Hike
Purtis Creek State Park
Join a ranger to hear legends of the land as we walk the Wolfpen.
Oct
26
7:30p
End Date
Night Hike (RSVP REQ'D)
Martin Dies, Jr. State Park
Explore the wild after the sun goes down to discover how the world changes at night.
Oct
26
7:30p
End Date
Self-guided Orionids Meteor Shower
Cooper Lake State Park - Doctors Creek Unit
Shooting stars cross our skies.
Oct
26
7:30p
End Date
Self-guided Orionids Meteor Shower
Cooper Lake State Park - South Sulphur Unit
Take advantage of our dark park and watch for the Orionids Meteor Shower.
Oct
26
7:30p
End Date
Oct
26
8:00p
End Date
Oct
26
8:00p
End Date
Haunted Trails
Take a spooky stroll through our CCC Camp Trail... If you dare!
Oct
26
8:15p
End Date
Sounds of the Night
Government Canyon State Natural Area
Sssshhhh...did you hear that? What was that noise?
Oct
26
8:30p
End Date
Dark Sky Tour
Davis Mountains State Park
Come join us as we appreciate some of the darkest skies in the U.S.
Oct
27
8:30a
End Date
Oct
27
8:30a
End Date
Oct
27
8:30a
End Date
Guinea Grass Pull Party (Reservations Required)
Lake Corpus Christi State Park
It's a natural resource conservation party, whoop!
Oct
27
9:00a
End Date
The Wonder of Texas' Native Plants
Government Canyon State Natural Area
Take a plant walk to discover the diverse native wildflowers, trees, and shrubs of Bexar County.
Oct
27
9:00a
End Date
Prairie Adventure Hike
Galveston Island State Park
Join a prairie expert for an adventure through the remaining 1% of coastal prairie habitat.
Oct
27
9:00a
End Date
Elm Creek Nature Hike
Abilene State Park
Join a ranger in a short and informative hike along the Elm Creek Nature Trail.
Oct
27
9:00a
End Date
Hawk Watch
Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley State Park
Using keen eyesight, binoculars and spotting scopes, watch in awe and help keep count of the many raptors flying over as they continue their migration.
Oct
27
9:00a
End Date
Sunday Honey Creek Guided Walk
Honey Creek State Natural Area
Experience the natural and cultural history of Honey Creek!
Oct
27
9:00a
End Date
Basic Angler Education
Galveston Island State Park
Learn some tips and tricks for fishing in Galveston Bay.
Oct
27
9:00a
End Date
Paddling for Beginners
Village Creek State Park
Have you always wanted to kayak but never knew how or didn't have access? Join Ranger Alex for a guided paddling trip for beginners! We will launch at the park, learn some paddling basics and explore some of the wonders of Village Creek.
Oct
27
9:00a
End Date
Wing Walks
Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
Join a ranger or volunteer for an introductory birdwatching walk in the shade.
Oct
27
10:00a
End Date
Track Talk
Dinosaur Valley State Park
Gather round and hear the 113-million-year-old story of our dinosaur tracks!
Oct
27
10:00a
End Date
All About Us!
Brazos Bend State Park
Join us to experience the park, like it's your first time, on our Creekfield Lake Trail.
Oct
27
10:00a
End Date
Oct
27
11:00a
End Date
Skins, Skulls, Scales, & Tails
Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
Stop by our headquarters and learn about some of the common creatures of Enchanted Rock, as well as safety tips on what to do if you encounter them while hiking.
Oct
27
12:00p
End Date
Oct
27
12:00p
End Date
Oct
27
1:30p
End Date
Texas Pollinator BioBlitz
Estero Llano Grande State Park
October 4 through October 27, for all ages and experience levels, we'll post photos of bees, butterflies, hummingbirds, moths, beetles and other pollinators we find on our Butterfly Walks on Instagram, Facebook and iNaturalist. Send us some of your favorites, and we'll publish them on our Facebook page! john.yochum@tpwd.texas.gov . If you're free, attend our Friday Butterfly-Dragonfly Tours from 10:30am to noon. We can furnish binoculars! Bring your cameras if you have them! You will make memorable photos and experiences!
Oct
27
2:00p
End Date
Mission History Tour
Goliad State Park & Historic Site
Enjoy a guided history tour of Mission Espiritu Santo as you learn about life in and around the mission during the Spanish Colonial Era.
Oct
27
2:00p
End Date
Rock Stars of the Davis Mountains
Davis Mountains State Park
Come learn about the eruptive origin of our amazing geology.
Oct
27
2:00p
End Date
Alligators: From Egg to Apex
Brazos Bend State Park
Join us to hear how the largest predator at Brazos Bend starts at the bottom!
Oct
27
2:00p
End Date
Dinosaur Hunt
Dinosaur Valley State Park
Track down the dinosaurs that have gotten loose in Dinosaur Valley!
Oct
27
3:00p
End Date
Home on the Plains: Penn Farm Tour
Cedar Hill State Park
Living life on the Texas prairie was always an adventure!
Oct
27
7:00p
End Date
Haunted History
Goliad State Park & Historic Site
Join us for a guided walk around Mission Espiritu Santo under cover of darkness as a Ranger talks about the spooky and mysterious aspects of the mission and its inhabitants.
Oct
28
9:00a
End Date
Hawk Watch
Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley State Park
Using keen eyesight, binoculars and spotting scopes, watch in awe and help keep count of the many raptors flying over as they continue their migration.
Oct
28
10:00a
End Date
Dino-story Time
Dinosaur Valley State Park
Calling all toddlers and preschoolers! Join us for storytime with a ranger.
Oct
28
2:00p
End Date
First Peoples of the Davis Mountains
Davis Mountains State Park
Come hear about the various cultures that have inhabited the Davis Mountains long before the arrival of Fort Davis.
Oct
28
6:30p
End Date
Angler Education Instructor Training Workshop; 2-part - Online
Online
Become a TPWD certified Angler Education Instructor
Oct
29
9:00a
End Date
Morning Bird Walk
Davis Mountains State Park
Come join our expert park hosts on a birding adventure through the park.
Oct
29
9:00a
End Date
Hawk Watch
Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley State Park
Using keen eyesight, binoculars and spotting scopes, watch in awe and help keep count of the many raptors flying over as they continue their migration.
Oct
29
2:00p
End Date
Anatomy of a Wildfire
Davis Mountains State Park
Learn all about the benefits and harm that wildfires present.
Oct
30
8:30a
End Date
World Birding Center Birding Tours
Estero Llano Grande State Park
All ages and skill-levels are welcome on this two-hour tour of the park, finding as many species of birds as possible, especially the 30 that are termed Valley Specialties. How about from an air-conditioned van?!
Oct
30
9:00a
End Date
Hawk Watch
Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley State Park
Using keen eyesight, binoculars and spotting scopes, watch in awe and help keep count of the many raptors flying over as they continue their migration.
Oct
30
9:00a
End Date
Bison & Longhorn Self-Guided Viewing
San Angelo State Park
Watch Bison and Longhorn graze and meet with park staff!
Oct
30
9:00a
End Date
Go with the Flow
Big Bend Ranch State Park
Explore the geological oddities of the desert landscape at Hoodoos Trailhead.
Oct
30
6:30p
End Date
Angler Education Instructor Training Workshop; 2-part - Online
Online
Become a TPWD certified Angler Education Instructor
Oct
31
9:00a
End Date
Hawk Watch
Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley State Park
Using keen eyesight, binoculars and spotting scopes, watch in awe and help keep count of the many raptors flying over as they continue their migration.
Oct
31
9:00a
End Date
Sunrise Fishing
Galveston Island State Park
Wanting to level up your fishing skills? You have come to the right place!
Oct
31
10:00a
End Date
Hike with Homeless Dogs
Davis Mountains State Park
Help a homeless dog have a great time on the trail!
Oct
31
5:30p
End Date
Oct
31
6:00p
End Date
Oct
31
7:00p
End Date
What's That Bird?
Davis Mountains State Park
Find out which critters have been visiting your campsite!
Oct
31
7:00p
End Date
Spooky Halloween Night Ride
Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley State Park
Look and listen for the creatures of the night while taking a ride through the park after dark.
Oct
31
7:00p
End Date
Oct
31
7:45p
End Date
Oct
31
8:00p
End Date
Legends of Fort Leaton
Fort Leaton State Historic Site
Explore the history of “El Fortin” at night while learning about its myths and legends.
Oct
31
8:30p
End Date
November 2024
Nov
1
8:00a
End Date
Birding Hike
Brazos Bend State Park
Brazos Bend State Park is home to over 300 species of birds making it the perfect place to bird-watch all year round!
Nov
1
10:00a
End Date
Nov
1
1:00p
End Date
Make Your Own Animal Print!
Choke Canyon State Park - Calliham Unit
Use Plaster of Paris to make and take your animal footprint of choice!
Nov
1
1:30p
End Date
Wilderness Survival Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to learn about the plants and other resources native people used in our area!
Nov
1
2:00p
End Date
Nov
1
2:00p
End Date
Archery (RSVP REQ'D)
Martin Dies, Jr. State Park
Discover all about this popular outdoor skill. We'll discover safe range etiquette, and practice with the bow and arrow. Suitable for both adults and youth. Youth must be 8+ years old.
Nov
1
6:00p
End Date
Apocalypse Survival Trail
Choke Canyon State Park - Calliham Unit
Pretend to get chased by zombies and learn what plants on our trails you can use to defend yourself and heal your "injuries."
Nov
2
8:30a
End Date
Birdwatching with a Ranger
Lake Bob Sandlin State Park
Join us to learn the skills and tools to watch birds!
Nov
2
9:00a
End Date
Shore Fishing Clinic
Sea Rim State Park
Learn tips and tricks for fishing from the beach! RESCHEDULE: The September and October fishing classes have new dates.
Nov
2
9:00a
End Date
Nov
2
9:00a
End Date
Dutch Oven Cooking
Daingerfield State Park
Interested in learning to cook in a Dutch oven over a campfire? Daingerfield State Park is the place to be!
Nov
2
9:00a
End Date
Nov
2
9:00a
End Date
Bug Safari
McKinney Falls State Park
Join us to learn about the bugs that call McKinney Falls State Park home!
Nov
2
9:00a
End Date
Bison & Longhorn Self-Guided Viewing
San Angelo State Park
Watch Bison and Longhorn graze and meet with park staff!
Nov
2
9:00a
End Date
Saturday Honey Creek Guided Walk
Honey Creek State Natural Area
Experience the natural and cultural history of Honey Creek!
Nov
2
9:00a
End Date
Project WILD Workshop - Corpus Christi
Corpus Christi, TX - Oso Bay Wetlands Preserve
Professional development for anyone who works with children, including teachers, homeschoolers, informal educators, and scout leaders.
Nov
2
9:00a
End Date
Intro to Fishing Basics - Sea Center TX
Sea Center Texas
Come learn the basics of fishing at this fun, FREE clinic!
Nov
2
9:00a
End Date
Nov
2
9:00a
End Date
Family Fishing Day
San Antonio, TX - Brackenridge Park
Come out to Brackenridge Park to learn the basics of fishing at this fun, free family event!
Nov
2
9:30a
End Date
Guided Summit Hike
Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
Join a ranger or volunteer for a morning hike on our most popular trail. SORRY, THIS EVENT HAS BEEN CANCELLED FOR 10/12/2024.
Nov
2
10:00a
End Date
First Saturday Nature Walk – Explore & Discover!
Stephen F. Austin State Park
Every month, we invite you to dive into the wonders of Stephen F. Austin State Park on a fun and informative guided hike.
Nov
2
10:00a
End Date
Morning Coffee with a Ranger
Bonham State Park
Ask your questions about Bonham State Park and other Texas State Parks.
Nov
2
10:00a
End Date
Track Talk
Dinosaur Valley State Park
Gather round and hear the 113-million-year-old story of our dinosaur tracks!
Nov
2
10:00a
End Date
Drawing 101: Art in the Park Conservation Series
Choke Canyon State Park - Calliham Unit
Come relax, unwind and record your time at Choke Canyon State Park with a piece of art!
Nov
2
10:00a
End Date
All About Us!
Brazos Bend State Park
Join us to experience the park, like it's your first time, on our Creekfield Lake Trail.
Nov
2
10:00a
End Date
Nature Hike
Lake Bob Sandlin State Park
Join us on a guided hike to learn about many of the park's plants, animals, and some of its history.
Nov
2
10:00a
End Date
Bug-Eat-Bug Hike
Lockhart State Park
Explore the world of tiny predators and tiny prey; how they see and how they slay.
Nov
2
10:00a
End Date
Storytime and Craft: Turkeys
Guadalupe River State Park
Join us for storytime and a take-home craft.
Nov
2
10:00a
End Date
Fall Fest 2024
Mother Neff State Park
Join us for a day of excitement and fun at our annual 2024 fall festival!
Nov
2
10:00a
End Date
Education Center OPEN
Martin Dies, Jr. State Park
Explore our exhibits, engage in hands-on activities, ask questions!
Nov
2
10:00a
End Date
Buffalo Soldiers and the Indian Scouts
Ray Roberts Lake State Park - Isle Du Bois Unit
In celebration of Native American History Month, join the Buffalo Soldiers in person to learn about Buffalo Soldiers and Indian Scout history and of life on the frontier.
Nov
2
10:00a
End Date
Hike the Island Trail
Martin Dies, Jr. State Park
Join us for a guided hike along the beautiful Island Trail.
Nov
2
10:30a
End Date
Nov
2
10:30a
End Date
Mammals of the Caprock: Skins, Skulls, Tracks, & Traces
Caprock Canyons State Park & Trailway
Get up close with the pelts and skulls of the animals who call Caprock home.
Nov
2
1:00p
End Date
Intro to Archery
Choke Canyon State Park - Calliham Unit
CANCELLED OCTOBER 19th Come shoot some arrows!
Nov
2
1:00p
End Date
Education Center OPEN - Saturday Hours
Martin Dies, Jr. State Park
Explore our exhibits, engage in hands-on activities, ask questions!
Nov
2
1:00p
End Date
Meet Dexter the Corn Snake
Martin Dies, Jr. State Park
Experience an up-close encounter with Dexter, the corn snake, and discover all about local snakes.
Nov
2
1:00p
End Date
Nov
2
1:00p
End Date
Prehistoric Hunting - The Atlatl
Pedernales Falls State Park
How well can you use ancient technology to survive?
Nov
2
2:00p
End Date
Nov
2
2:00p
End Date
Geocache 101
Lake Bob Sandlin State Park
Join us for a introduction to the world's biggest scavenger hunt!
Nov
2
2:00p
End Date
Archery (RSVP REQ'D)
Martin Dies, Jr. State Park
Discover all about this popular outdoor skill. We'll discover safe range etiquette, and practice with the bow and arrow. Suitable for both adults and youth. Youth must be 8+ years old.
Nov
2
2:00p
End Date
Colors of the Canyon
Government Canyon State Natural Area
Create beautiful artwork that captures the colors of an autumn day at Government Canyon.
Nov
2
2:00p
End Date
Skins and Skulls
McKinney Falls State Park
Learn how an animal's unique fur pattern or skull anatomy helps it survive. You'll get to touch real specimens!
Nov
2
2:00p
End Date
Nov
2
3:00p
End Date
Staring at the Sun (Safely)
Pedernales Falls State Park
Using special equipment, we'll look for sunspots, solar flares, and talk about our closest star!
Nov
2
6:30p
End Date
Star Party
Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
Join us for a star party and learn about the magic of the skies!
Nov
2
7:00p
End Date
Stargazing Party in the Park
Lake Whitney State Park
Enjoy an evening in the park as you explore the galaxy by star maps and telescope. Retired national park ranger/astronomer Larry Smith will guide you through the planets, moon and stars with fascinating facts.
Nov
2
7:00p
End Date
Trail of the Dead
A family friendly Halloween/Day of the Dead event complete with ranger-led night hikes, candy, educational booths, crafts, and more!
Nov
2
7:00p
End Date
Nov
2
7:00p
End Date
Enjoy the Night Sky in an International Dark Sky Sanctuary!
Devils River State Natural Area
Join us and the San Antonio Astronomical Association for a fun -filled evening where the stars are plentiful, and the night skies are truly spectacular!
Nov
2
7:30p
End Date
Star Stories
Lockhart State Park
Discover the constellations that decorate our fall sky and listen to the exciting tales that surround them!
Nov
3
8:00a
End Date
Birding Hike
Brazos Bend State Park
Brazos Bend State Park is home to over 300 species of birds making it the perfect place to bird-watch all year round!
Nov
3
9:00a
End Date
CCC History Hike
Abilene State Park
Join a ranger in a hike along our Legacy Trail and learn about the people who built the park!
Nov
3
9:00a
End Date
Sunday Honey Creek Guided Walk
Honey Creek State Natural Area
Experience the natural and cultural history of Honey Creek!
Nov
3
9:00a
End Date
Guided Bird Walk at Honey Creek Ranch *Registration Required*
Honey Creek State Natural Area
Join us this fall for a special opportunity to explore Honey Creek Ranch with State Natural Area Superintendent, Gilbert, as your guide!
Nov
3
9:00a
End Date
Wing Walks
Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
Join a ranger or volunteer for an introductory birdwatching walk in the shade.
Nov
3
9:00a
End Date
Fall Plant Walk
Government Canyon State Natural Area
Join us as we search for fall colors, late bloomers and other interesting plants on this guided walk.
Nov
3
10:00a
End Date
Track Talk
Dinosaur Valley State Park
Gather round and hear the 113-million-year-old story of our dinosaur tracks!
Nov
3
10:00a
End Date
All About Us!
Brazos Bend State Park
Join us to experience the park, like it's your first time, on our Creekfield Lake Trail.
Nov
5
10:00a
End Date
Homeschool Class: Archery
Martin Dies, Jr. State Park
“Homeschool Classes” are educational field trip style lessons, only open homeschool families. Open posting to view program description.
Nov
5
10:00a
End Date
Homeschool Class: Mammals
Lockhart State Park
Experience Lockhart State Park as an outdoor classroom in this program for school-age kids! Registration required.
Nov
6
9:00a
End Date
Bison & Longhorn Self-Guided Viewing
San Angelo State Park
Watch Bison and Longhorn graze and meet with park staff!
Nov
6
10:00a
End Date
Homeschool Class: Mammals
Lockhart State Park
Experience Lockhart State Park as an outdoor classroom in this program for school-age kids! Registration required.
Nov
6
2:00p
End Date
Homeschool Class: Mammals
Lockhart State Park
Experience Lockhart State Park as an outdoor classroom in this program for school-age kids! Registration required.
Nov
7
10:00a
End Date
Scenic Overlook Nature Walk
Guadalupe River State Park
Join us on the first three Thursdays of the month for an easy nature walk with a beautiful view!
Nov
7
10:00a
End Date
Homeschool Class: Mammals
Lockhart State Park
Experience Lockhart State Park as an outdoor classroom in this program for school-age kids! Registration required.
Nov
8
9:00a
End Date
Little Naturalist Preschool Classes
Guadalupe River State Park
Experience Guadalupe River State Park as an outdoor classroom in this program for preschool-age kids!
Nov
8
1:00p
End Date
Education Center OPEN - Friday Hours
Martin Dies, Jr. State Park
Explore our exhibits, engage in hands-on activities, ask questions!
Nov
8
1:30p
End Date
Wilderness Survival Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to learn about the plants and other resources native people used in our area!
Nov
8
2:00p
End Date
Nov
8
7:00p
End Date
Nov
9
8:00a
End Date
Second Saturday Birdwatching
Martin Dies, Jr. State Park
Join us on the second Saturday of the month to bird watch with a knowledgeable volunteer!
Nov
9
8:00a
End Date
Special Olympics + Sea Center Texas Fishing Competition
Sea Center Texas
The 3rd Annual Special Olympics + Sea Center Texas Fishing Competition
Nov
9
8:00a
End Date
Veterans Day Hike
Government Canyon State Natural Area
Come out to Government Canyon State Natural Area and celebrate our military members with a Veteran’s Day Hike.
Nov
9
8:00a
End Date
Volunteer Work Day
Martin Dies, Jr. State Park
Get Outside Alliance is joining us for a volunteer work day! Sign up to participate!
Nov
9
8:30a
End Date
Morning Bird Walk
McKinney Falls State Park
Come see the wonderful variety of resident and migratory birds the park has to offer!
Nov
9
9:00a
End Date
Bison & Longhorn Self-Guided Viewing
San Angelo State Park
Watch Bison and Longhorn graze and meet with park staff!
Nov
9
9:00a
End Date
Saturday Honey Creek Guided Walk
Honey Creek State Natural Area
Experience the natural and cultural history of Honey Creek!
Nov
9
9:00a
End Date
Family & Friends Fishing
San Antonio, TX - Acequia Park
Learn the basics of fishing at this fun, free family event!
Nov
9
9:30a
End Date
Guided Summit Hike
Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
Join a ranger or volunteer for a morning hike on our most popular trail. SORRY, THIS EVENT HAS BEEN CANCELLED FOR 10/12/2024.
Nov
9
10:00a
End Date
Track Talk
Dinosaur Valley State Park
Gather round and hear the 113-million-year-old story of our dinosaur tracks!
Nov
9
10:00a
End Date
Guided CCC Hike
Bonham State Park
Take a walk and chat with a ranger about the CCC features hidden around the park and on the Bois d’Arc Trail.
Nov
9
10:00a
End Date
All About Us!
Brazos Bend State Park
Join us to experience the park, like it's your first time, on our Creekfield Lake Trail.
Nov
9
10:00a
End Date
Rio! Rio!
Goliad State Park & Historic Site
For centuries people have been settling along the San Antonio River, from native hunters and gatherers to European immigrants. Come see how they lived and changed the surrounding area at this exciting event!
Nov
9
10:00a
End Date
Frontier Day
Abilene State Park
Immerse yourself in the wild history of the Texas frontier for a day.
Nov
9
10:00a
End Date
Scavenger Hunt Hike
Lockhart State Park
Embark on a scavenger adventure - from vultures and insects to a scavenger-themed scavenger hunt - you won’t want to miss this fun hike!
Nov
9
11:00a
End Date
Veteran Day Ruck Hike
Ray Roberts Lake State Park - Isle Du Bois Unit
All are invited to this family friendly Ruck Hike to celebrate our veterans and bring awareness for the weight our service members often carry after their return home.
Nov
9
11:00a
End Date
Hunters and Gatherers
Pedernales Falls State Park
Will you be able to survive living in a prehistoric Texas?
Nov
9
1:00p
End Date
Nov
9
1:30p
End Date
CCC Trail Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to learn about the Civilian Conservation Corps in our park!
Nov
9
2:00p
End Date
Nov
9
2:00p
End Date
Prehistoric Hunting - The Atlatl
Pedernales Falls State Park
How well can you use prehistoric technology to survive?
Nov
9
2:00p
End Date
Beginners Guided Paddling Trip
Martin Dies, Jr. State Park
Explore the sloughs and lake, and discover all about local flora and fauna. We'll travel a shorter distance on this trip so it is friendly for beginners!
Nov
9
3:30p
End Date
Ancient Spear Throwing
Lockhart State Park
Join us to learn the basics of prehistoric hunting with an atlatl!
Nov
9
5:30p
End Date
Nov
9
6:00p
End Date
Star Party with the San Antonio Astronomical Association
Guadalupe River State Park
Join us for stargazing and planet watching!
Nov
9
7:30p
End Date
Star Party
Join us for a night under the stars to learn what's out there in the night sky!
Nov
10
9:00a
End Date
Edible & Medicinal Plant Hike
Abilene State Park
Join a ranger in a hike that will teach you about the edible and medicinal plants native to the park.
Nov
10
9:00a
End Date
Sunday Honey Creek Guided Walk
Honey Creek State Natural Area
Experience the natural and cultural history of Honey Creek!
Nov
10
9:00a
End Date
Paws and Paths: Exploring the Bauer Unit *Registration Required*
Guadalupe River State Park
Join us for a paws-itively delightful adventure at the Bauer Unit!
Nov
10
9:00a
End Date
Wing Walks
Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
Join a ranger or volunteer for an introductory birdwatching walk in the shade.
Nov
10
9:00a
End Date
Education Center OPEN - Sunday Hours
Martin Dies, Jr. State Park
Explore our exhibits, engage in hands-on activities, ask questions!
Nov
10
10:00a
End Date
Track Talk
Dinosaur Valley State Park
Gather round and hear the 113-million-year-old story of our dinosaur tracks!
Nov
10
10:00a
End Date
All About Us!
Brazos Bend State Park
Join us to experience the park, like it's your first time, on our Creekfield Lake Trail.
Nov
10
10:30a
End Date
Enchanting Rocks
Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
Stop by our gazebo and learn about the geology, rocks, and minerals that make this park so ENCHANTING!
Nov
11
10:00a
End Date
Fun and Games for Armistice Day
Lyndon B. Johnson State Park & Historic Site
Nov
12
10:00a
End Date
Homeschool Program
Davis Mountains State Park
This outdoor education program promises a fun time for kids and parents.
Nov
13
9:00a
End Date
Bison & Longhorn Self-Guided Viewing
San Angelo State Park
Watch Bison and Longhorn graze and meet with park staff!
Nov
13
10:00a
End Date
Homeschool Classes in the Park
Guadalupe River State Park
Experience Guadalupe River State Park as an outdoor classroom in this program for school-age kids!
Nov
14
10:00a
End Date
Homeschool Classes in the Park
Guadalupe River State Park
Experience Guadalupe River State Park as an outdoor classroom in this program for school-age kids!
Nov
14
10:00a
End Date
Scenic Overlook Nature Walk
Guadalupe River State Park
Join us on the first three Thursdays of the month for an easy nature walk with a beautiful view!
Nov
14
10:00a
End Date
Tipis on the Prairie
Lockhart State Park
Join us to set up a tipi and learn about Native American culture!
Nov
15
10:00a
End Date
Homeschool Classes in the Park
Guadalupe River State Park
Experience Guadalupe River State Park as an outdoor classroom in this program for school-age kids!
Nov
15
10:00a
End Date
Nov
15
1:00p
End Date
Education Center OPEN - Friday Hours
Martin Dies, Jr. State Park
Explore our exhibits, engage in hands-on activities, ask questions!
Nov
15
1:30p
End Date
Wilderness Survival Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to learn about the plants and other resources native people used in our area!
Nov
15
2:00p
End Date
Nov
15
6:00p
End Date
Nov
16
8:00a
End Date
Prep for the Pro Hab Hike
Government Canyon State Natural Area
Do you want to hike to Government Canyon’s Protected Habitat (Pro Hab)? Are you feeling unsure about taking on such a long hike? Join experienced guides who will lead you on a series of progressively longer hikes to help you prepare for the annual Hike to the Pro Hab.
Nov
16
9:00a
End Date
The Wonder of Texas' Native Plants
Government Canyon State Natural Area
Take a plant walk to discover the diverse native wildflowers, trees, and shrubs of Bexar County.
Nov
16
9:00a
End Date
Nov
16
9:00a
End Date
Bison & Longhorn Self-Guided Viewing
San Angelo State Park
Watch Bison and Longhorn graze and meet with park staff!
Nov
16
9:00a
End Date
Saturday Honey Creek Guided Walk
Honey Creek State Natural Area
Experience the natural and cultural history of Honey Creek!
Nov
16
9:00a
End Date
Intro to Fishing Basics - Sea Center TX
Sea Center Texas
Come learn the basics of fishing at this fun, FREE clinic!
Nov
16
9:00a
End Date
Waco Farmer's Market: Skins, Skulls, Scat & Tracks
Waco, TX, TX - Waco Farmer's Market
Come see us at the Waco Farmer's Market to learn about some of our favorite local animals!
Nov
16
9:00a
End Date
Nov
16
9:00a
End Date
Fort Richardson's Living History Days
Fort Richardson State Park & Historic Site / Lost Creek Reservoir State Trailway
Take a step into the past at old Fort Richardson. Soldiers and civilians from the 1870s will be here to demonstrate what life was like on the fort!
Nov
16
9:00a
End Date
Guided Loop Trail Hike
Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
Join a ranger for a guided hike of our longest trail, the 4.6-mile Loop Trail.
Nov
16
9:30a
End Date
Cedar Hill State Park | One Night Event | Texas Outdoor Family | DFW Area (SOLD OUT)
Cedar Hill State Park
Join us for a fun-filled weekend and discover the joys of camping in your Texas State Parks.
Nov
16
10:00a
End Date
Nov
16
10:00a
End Date
All About Us!
Brazos Bend State Park
Join us to experience the park, like it's your first time, on our Creekfield Lake Trail.
Nov
16
10:00a
End Date
Edible Plants Walk
Lockhart State Park
Join us to explore the wild treats of the woods in this fun hike!
Nov
16
10:00a
End Date
Angler Education Instructor Training Workshop - Pearland
Pearland, TX - Bass Pro Shops
Become a TPWD Certified Angler Education Instructor
Nov
16
10:30a
End Date
Nov
16
11:00a
End Date
Native Plant Walk
Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
Experience the unique botanical offerings of Enchanted Rock with a ranger or volunteer on this easy hike.
Nov
16
11:00a
End Date
Nov
16
1:00p
End Date
Education Center OPEN - Saturday Hours
Martin Dies, Jr. State Park
Explore our exhibits, engage in hands-on activities, ask questions!
Nov
16
1:00p
End Date
Meet Dexter the Corn Snake
Martin Dies, Jr. State Park
Experience an up-close encounter with Dexter, the corn snake, and discover all about local snakes.
Nov
16
2:00p
End Date
Nov
16
2:00p
End Date
Skins, Skulls, Scales and Scat
Pedernales Falls State Park
What can we learn about wildlife from what they leave behind?
Nov
16
5:00p
End Date
Brazos River Pickers
Brazos Bend State Park
Come and enjoy the Brazos River Pickers as they play live country and bluegrass music from America’s roots.
Nov
16
5:30p
End Date
Cleburne's Celestial Celebration!
Cleburne State Park
Come join us and the Fort Worth Astronomical Society for a community stargazing party!
Nov
16
6:30p
End Date
Full Moon Hike
Government Canyon State Natural Area
Join us for a short hike in the Frontcountry under the silvery light of the moon.
Nov
16
7:00p
End Date
Cowboy Campfire -Stories, Poetry and Songs
Lake Mineral Wells State Park & Trailway
“Learning about our cowboy heritage can be fun!”
Nov
16
8:00p
End Date
Nov
17
9:00a
End Date
Sunday Honey Creek Guided Walk
Honey Creek State Natural Area
Experience the natural and cultural history of Honey Creek!
Nov
17
9:00a
End Date
Wing Walks
Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
Join a ranger or volunteer for an introductory birdwatching walk in the shade.
Nov
17
10:00a
End Date
All About Us!
Brazos Bend State Park
Join us to experience the park, like it's your first time, on our Creekfield Lake Trail.
Nov
17
10:00a
End Date
Junior Ranger Hike
Abilene State Park
An informative hike led by a ranger for youth and their parents!
Nov
17
12:00p
End Date
Nov
19
10:00a
End Date
Preschool in the Park: Rainbows
Lockhart State Park
Come explore, create, and sing with us as we learn about our amazing environment!
Nov
20
9:00a
End Date
Bison & Longhorn Self-Guided Viewing
San Angelo State Park
Watch Bison and Longhorn graze and meet with park staff!
Nov
20
10:30a
End Date
Reading Ranger
Buescher State Park
Join Ranger Madalyn at the Smithville Public Library for themed book readings and a craft! All ages welcome!
Nov
20
3:00p
End Date
Project WILD Facilitator Training
Seguin, TX - Seguin Outdoor Learning Center
Training to conduct the Suite of Texas Project WILD workshops. Prerequisite of WILD educator workshop required.
Nov
21
10:00a
End Date
Scenic Overlook Nature Walk
Guadalupe River State Park
Join us on the first three Thursdays of the month for an easy nature walk with a beautiful view!
Nov
21
2:00p
End Date
Beginners Roller Skating
Martin Dies, Jr. State Park
Discover the thrill of roller skating in our beautifully paved camping loop! Boost your fitness this summer in a new exciting way!
Nov
22
9:00a
End Date
Little Naturalist Preschool Classes
Guadalupe River State Park
Experience Guadalupe River State Park as an outdoor classroom in this program for preschool-age kids!
Nov
22
10:00a
End Date
Hike the Island Trail
Martin Dies, Jr. State Park
Join us for a guided hike along the beautiful Island Trail.
Nov
22
1:00p
End Date
Education Center OPEN - Friday Hours
Martin Dies, Jr. State Park
Explore our exhibits, engage in hands-on activities, ask questions!
Nov
22
1:30p
End Date
Wilderness Survival Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to learn about the plants and other resources native people used in our area!
Nov
22
2:00p
End Date
Nov
22
2:00p
End Date
End of Month Update (Virtual)
Palo Pinto Mountains State Park
Log on and listen to updates on park construction!
Nov
22
6:00p
End Date
Nov
22
8:00p
End Date
Public Hunt- Youth Deer
Guadalupe River State Park
Guadalupe River State Park (including the Bauer Unit) will be closed starting at 8pm on Friday, November 22, 2024 and will reopen 12pm on Tuesday, November 26, 2024.
Nov
23
End Date
Star Party with Hill Country Astronomers
Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
Join the Hill Country Astronomers for a night of telescope stargazing at a Dark Sky Park.
Nov
23
9:00a
End Date
Bison & Longhorn Self-Guided Viewing
San Angelo State Park
Watch Bison and Longhorn graze and meet with park staff!
Nov
23
9:00a
End Date
Chisholm Trail Turkey Trot
Lockhart State Park
Ready, Set….Gobble! Join us for a 1-mile or 5K run/walk to celebrate fall in the park!
Nov
23
9:30a
End Date
Guided Summit Hike
Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
Join a ranger or volunteer for a morning hike on our most popular trail. SORRY, THIS EVENT HAS BEEN CANCELLED FOR 10/12/2024.
Nov
23
9:30a
End Date
Nature's Gifts
Government Canyon State Natural Area
For thousands of years, the diverse native plants of south-central Texas have offered food, medicine, fiber, and other gifts to people who know how to use them.
Nov
23
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
23
10:00a
End Date
All About Us!
Brazos Bend State Park
Join us to experience the park, like it's your first time, on our Creekfield Lake Trail.
Nov
23
10:00a
End Date
Let's Talk Turkey
Ray Roberts Lake State Park - Johnson Branch Unit
Let's talk about everyone's favorite Thanksgiving bird!
Nov
23
10:00a
End Date
Guided Hike
McKinney Falls State Park
Join us for this guided hike to learn about the history, plants, and animals of McKinney Falls!
Nov
23
10:00a
End Date
Lake Dip Netting
Martin Dies, Jr. State Park
Use our long handled dip nets to investigate the tiny creatures that live in Steinhagen Lake!
Nov
23
10:00a
End Date
Hard Labor Hike
Lockhart State Park
Hear the story of the Civilian Conservation Corps and discover their legacy in this engaging hike!
Nov
23
11:00a
End Date
Prehistoric Hunting - The Atlatl
Pedernales Falls State Park
How well can you use ancient technology to survive?
Nov
23
1:00p
End Date
Education Center OPEN - Saturday Hours
Martin Dies, Jr. State Park
Explore our exhibits, engage in hands-on activities, ask questions!
Nov
23
1:30p
End Date
CCC Trail Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to learn about the Civilian Conservation Corps in our park!
Nov
23
2:00p
End Date
Nov
23
2:00p
End Date
Colors of the Wind Watercolor
Lockhart State Park
Paint with all the colors of the wind at Lockhart State Park!
Nov
23
5:30p
End Date
Star Party
Pedernales Falls State Park
Join the Austin Astronomical Society in viewing the night sky!
Nov
23
7:00p
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.
Nov
23
8:00p
End Date
Nov
24
9:00a
End Date
The Wonder of Texas' Native Plants
Government Canyon State Natural Area
Take a plant walk to discover the diverse native wildflowers, trees, and shrubs of Bexar County.
Nov
24
9:00a
End Date
Elm Creek Nature Hike
Abilene State Park
Join a ranger in a short and informative hike along the Elm Creek Nature Trail.
Nov
24
9:00a
End Date
Sunday Honey Creek Guided Walk
Honey Creek State Natural Area
Experience the natural and cultural history of Honey Creek!
Nov
24
9:00a
End Date
Wing Walks
Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
Join a ranger or volunteer for an introductory birdwatching walk in the shade.
Nov
24
10:00a
End Date
All About Us!
Brazos Bend State Park
Join us to experience the park, like it's your first time, on our Creekfield Lake Trail.
Nov
24
11:00a
End Date
Native Plant Walk
Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
Experience the unique botanical offerings of Enchanted Rock with a ranger or volunteer on this easy hike.
Nov
24
10:00p
End Date
*Park Closed For Wildlife Management*
Pedernales Falls State Park
Pedernales Falls SP will be closed to all visitors and campers during this time.
Nov
25
9:00a
End Date
Aquatic WILD Workshop - Denton
Denton, TX - Elm Fork Education Center
Professional development for anyone who works in education of children including teachers, homeschoolers, informal educators, and scout leaders.
Nov
26
End Date
Pioneer Day
Martin Dies, Jr. State Park
Take a journey back in time and experience the life of pioneers.
Nov
26
2:00p
End Date
Dutch Oven Friendsgiving
Lake Corpus Christi State Park
Join your friends at Lake Corpus Christi State Park!
Nov
27
9:00a
End Date
Bison & Longhorn Self-Guided Viewing
San Angelo State Park
Watch Bison and Longhorn graze and meet with park staff!
Nov
27
10:00a
End Date
Hike the Island Trail
Martin Dies, Jr. State Park
Join us for a guided hike along the beautiful Island Trail.
Nov
27
10:00a
End Date
Turkey Talk
Guadalupe River State Park
Join us the day before Thanksgiving for a gobble-tastic experience!
Nov
27
2:00p
End Date
Beginners Roller Skating
Martin Dies, Jr. State Park
Discover the thrill of roller skating in our beautifully paved camping loop! Boost your fitness this summer in a new exciting way!
Nov
27
2:00p
End Date
Nov
28
9:00a
End Date
Skins, Skulls, Scales and Scat
Pedernales Falls State Park
What can we learn about wildlife from what they leave behind?
Nov
28
10:00a
End Date
Guided Turkey Hike
Galveston Island State Park
There has never been a Wild Turkey recorded in the park, but that won’t stop us from looking for one!
Nov
28
11:00a
End Date
Prehistoric Hunting - The Atlatl
Pedernales Falls State Park
How well can you use ancient technology to survive?
Nov
29
End Date
Opt Outside Day at Guadalupe River State Park
Guadalupe River State Park
Skip the stores and #OptOutside with us!
Nov
29
End Date
Opt Outside Kayak Tour
Galveston Island State Park
Opt out of the biggest shopping day of the year by taking a kayak tour out on the Galveston Bay. *Registration Required*
Nov
29
8:30a
End Date
Birding for Beginners
Government Canyon State Natural Area
Was that a kinglet, or a kingbird? Learn how you can add birding to your outdoor skills set.
Nov
29
9:00a
End Date
Mother/Daughter Hike to Bluff Spurs
Government Canyon State Natural Area
Grab your daughter or mother and work off that Thanksgiving feast in the outdoors!
Nov
29
9:00a
End Date
Nov
29
9:30a
End Date
Walk Off the Stuffing
Ray Roberts Lake State Park - Johnson Branch Unit
3rd annual hike to walk off all that Thanksgiving stuffing.
Nov
29
10:00a
End Date
Black Friday Paddling Trip
Martin Dies, Jr. State Park
Join us to explore the swampy sloughs and the dazzling open water of B.A. Steinhagen Lake.
Nov
29
10:00a
End Date
Turkey Peak Turkey Trot
Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
Include Enchanted Rock in your Turkey Day weekend plans, and come walk, run, or jog this 3.0-mile trail challenge!
Nov
29
10:00a
End Date
Hidden Treasures Scavenger Hunt
Pedernales Falls State Park
Join millions of others in the largest game of scavenger hunt!
Nov
29
10:00a
End Date
Hike off the Turkey
Caddo Lake State Park
Take a hike through the forest with a ranger to hike off that Thanksgiving meal!
Nov
29
10:00a
End Date
Nov
29
10:30a
End Date
7th Annual Turkey Trot 5K/1-Mile Fun Run
South Llano River State Park
Come earn those Thanksgiving calories!
Nov
29
1:00p
End Date
Art in the Park
Pedernales Falls State Park
Find your creative inspiration in the sights and shapes of nature!
Nov
29
1:30p
End Date
Wilderness Survival Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to learn about the plants and other resources native people used in our area!
Nov
29
2:00p
End Date
Nov
29
2:00p
End Date
Nov
29
2:00p
End Date
Opt Outside Beach Walk
Galveston Island State Park
The Gulf of Mexico is our destination. What exciting things will we see along the way?
Nov
29
2:00p
End Date
Nov
30
9:00a
End Date
Nov
30
9:00a
End Date
Bison & Longhorn Self-Guided Viewing
San Angelo State Park
Watch Bison and Longhorn graze and meet with park staff!
Nov
30
9:00a
End Date
Saturday Honey Creek Guided Walk
Honey Creek State Natural Area
Experience the natural and cultural history of Honey Creek!
Nov
30
9:00a
End Date
Guided Loop Trail Hike
Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
Join a ranger for a guided hike of our longest trail, the 4.6-mile Loop Trail.
Nov
30
9:30a
End Date
Junior Ranger Academy
Government Canyon State Natural Area
Explore the trails at Government Canyon with a ranger and earn your Junior Ranger badge.
Nov
30
10:00a
End Date
All About Us!
Brazos Bend State Park
Join us to experience the park, like it's your first time, on our Creekfield Lake Trail.
Nov
30
10:00a
End Date
Bug-Eat-Bug Hike
Lockhart State Park
Explore the world of tiny predators and tiny prey; how they see and how they slay.
Nov
30
10:00a
End Date
Deck the Halls
Lyndon B. Johnson State Park & Historic Site
Learn about making Christmas decorations with natural materials.
Nov
30
10:00a
End Date
Cross Timbers Bird Walk
Lake Mineral Wells State Park & Trailway
Join our guided birding walk in the park. How many species can we find? Reservations required. Make reservations by calling (940) 328-1171, x222.
Nov
30
10:00a
End Date
Nature Journaling
Guadalupe River State Park
Connect with nature in a whole new way through the art of nature journaling!
Nov
30
10:00a
End Date
Nov
30
10:00a
End Date
Kids Outdoor Games
Martin Dies, Jr. State Park
Engage in fun outdoor games! Adults must accompany youth but are allowed to sit on the sidelines!
Nov
30
10:30a
End Date
Nov
30
1:00p
End Date
Education Center OPEN - Saturday Hours
Martin Dies, Jr. State Park
Explore our exhibits, engage in hands-on activities, ask questions!
Nov
30
1:00p
End Date
Meet Dexter the Corn Snake
Martin Dies, Jr. State Park
Experience an up-close encounter with Dexter, the corn snake, and discover all about local snakes.
Nov
30
2:00p
End Date
Nov
30
2:00p
End Date
Kallison Ranch Hike
Government Canyon State Natural Area
Join us on a trip back in time with a short but beautiful hike to the historic Kallison Ranch complex.
Nov
30
2:00p
End Date
Penitentiary Hollow Wild Walk
Lake Mineral Wells State Park & Trailway
Explore beautiful sandstone formations in remote areas only accessible on this guided hike.
December 2024
Dec
1
9:00a
End Date
CCC History Hike
Abilene State Park
Join a ranger in a hike along our Legacy Trail and learn about the people who built the park!
Dec
1
9:00a
End Date
Sunday Honey Creek Guided Walk
Honey Creek State Natural Area
Experience the natural and cultural history of Honey Creek!
Dec
1
10:00a
End Date
All About Us!
Brazos Bend State Park
Join us to experience the park, like it's your first time, on our Creekfield Lake Trail.
Dec
4
9:00a
End Date
Bison & Longhorn Self-Guided Viewing
San Angelo State Park
Watch Bison and Longhorn graze and meet with park staff!
Dec
5
10:00a
End Date
Scenic Overlook Nature Walk
Guadalupe River State Park
Join us on the first three Thursdays of the month for an easy nature walk with a beautiful view!
Dec
6
8:00a
End Date
Birding Hike
Brazos Bend State Park
Brazos Bend State Park is home to over 300 species of birds making it the perfect place to bird-watch all year round!
Dec
6
9:00a
End Date
Christmas at Old Fort Concho - Education Day
San Angelo, TX - Fort Concho National Historic Landmark
Kick off the holiday season by visiting Fort Concho’s largest annual event. Held during the first full weekend in December, Christmas at Old Fort Concho transforms the fort’s 40 acres and 24 buildings into a winter wonderland.
Dec
6
1:30p
End Date
Wilderness Survival Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to learn about the plants and other resources native people used in our area!
Dec
6
2:00p
End Date
Dec
7
8:00a
End Date
First Saturday Guided Hike
Government Canyon State Natural Area
Join dedicated volunteers for an informative and FUN hike at Government Canyon SNA.
Dec
7
9:00a
End Date
Shore Fishing Clinic
Sea Rim State Park
Learn tips and tricks for fishing from the beach! RESCHEDULE: The September and October fishing classes have new dates.
Dec
7
9:00a
End Date
Dec
7
9:00a
End Date
Dutch Oven Cooking
Daingerfield State Park
Interested in learning to cook in a Dutch oven over a campfire? Daingerfield State Park is the place to be!
Dec
7
9:00a
End Date
Bug Safari
McKinney Falls State Park
Join us to learn about the bugs that call McKinney Falls State Park home!
Dec
7
9:00a
End Date
Bison & Longhorn Self-Guided Viewing
San Angelo State Park
Watch Bison and Longhorn graze and meet with park staff!
Dec
7
9:00a
End Date
Saturday Honey Creek Guided Walk
Honey Creek State Natural Area
Experience the natural and cultural history of Honey Creek!
Dec
7
9:00a
End Date
Intro to Fishing Basics - Sea Center TX
Sea Center Texas
Come learn the basics of fishing at this fun, FREE clinic!
Dec
7
9:00a
End Date
Christmas at Old Fort Concho - Public Days
San Angelo, TX - Fort Concho National Historic Landmark
Kick off the holiday season by visiting Fort Concho’s largest annual event. Held during the first full weekend in December, Christmas at Old Fort Concho transforms the fort’s 40 acres and 24 buildings into a winter wonderland.
Dec
7
9:30a
End Date
Guided Summit Hike
Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
Join a ranger or volunteer for a morning hike on our most popular trail. SORRY, THIS EVENT HAS BEEN CANCELLED FOR 10/12/2024.
Dec
7
10:00a
End Date
First Saturday Nature Walk – Explore & Discover!
Stephen F. Austin State Park
Every month, we invite you to dive into the wonders of Stephen F. Austin State Park on a fun and informative guided hike.
Dec
7
10:00a
End Date
All About Us!
Brazos Bend State Park
Join us to experience the park, like it's your first time, on our Creekfield Lake Trail.
Dec
7
10:00a
End Date
Winter Holiday Traditions
Government Canyon State Natural Area
Celebrate the holidays the old-fashioned way by hand-crafting items families might have been made on the historic ranches that became Government Canyon.
Dec
7
10:00a
End Date
Dec
7
10:00a
End Date
Dec
7
10:00a
End Date
A Mother Neff Christmas
Mother Neff State Park
Join us for our annual holiday celebration in the park.
Dec
7
11:00a
End Date
Fossil Table
Pedernales Falls State Park
The geology of the falls gives us some great views! Come see the small details that make the view even more special!
Dec
7
11:00a
End Date
Enchanting Rocks
Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
Stop by our table at the gazebo and learn about some of the rocks that make our park so.... "Enchanting!"
Dec
7
12:00p
End Date
Art in the Park: Christmas Cards
Guadalupe River State Park
Join us for an early National Christmas Card Day Celebration!
Dec
7
1:00p
End Date
The Storied Past of Christmas
Mission Tejas State Park
How did early Texas pioneers celebrate Christmas? Where did the Santa Claus stories come from? Why do we decorate trees in our homes at this time? Join our park interpreter for a presentation on the history of Christmas and how the ways we celebrate this season have changed (or not!) over the years.
Dec
7
1:30p
End Date
CCC Trail Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to learn about the Civilian Conservation Corps in our park!
Dec
7
2:00p
End Date
Dec
7
2:00p
End Date
Dec
7
2:00p
End Date
Prehistoric Hunting - The Atlatl
Pedernales Falls State Park
How well can you use ancient technology to survive?
Dec
7
5:30p
End Date
Dec
7
6:00p
End Date
Dec
7
7:00p
End Date
Christmas Campfire Story and S'mores
Government Canyon State Natural Area
Bring a blanket and settle in for a festive story read by a ranger, then make s'mores over our campfire.
Dec
8
9:00a
End Date
Edible & Medicinal Plant Hike
Abilene State Park
Join a ranger in a hike that will teach you about the edible and medicinal plants native to the park.
Dec
8
9:00a
End Date
Sunday Honey Creek Guided Walk
Honey Creek State Natural Area
Experience the natural and cultural history of Honey Creek!
Dec
8
9:00a
End Date
Wing Walks
Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
Join a ranger or volunteer for an introductory birdwatching walk in the shade.
Dec
8
10:00a
End Date
All About Us!
Brazos Bend State Park
Join us to experience the park, like it's your first time, on our Creekfield Lake Trail.
Dec
9
4:30p
End Date
Reading with a Ranger at Pioneer Memorial Library
Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
Join a ranger at the historic Pioneer Memorial Library in Fredericksburg for a nature-oriented story time!
Dec
10
10:00a
End Date
Homeschool Program
Davis Mountains State Park
This outdoor education program promises a fun time for kids and parents.
Dec
10
10:00a
End Date
Homeschool Class: Winter Migration
Martin Dies, Jr. State Park
“Homeschool Classes” are educational field trip style lessons, only open homeschool families. Open posting to view program description.
Dec
10
10:00a
End Date
Homeschool Class: Birds
Lockhart State Park
Experience Lockhart State Park as an outdoor classroom in this program for school-age kids! Registration required.
Dec
11
9:00a
End Date
Bison & Longhorn Self-Guided Viewing
San Angelo State Park
Watch Bison and Longhorn graze and meet with park staff!
Dec
11
10:00a
End Date
Homeschool Class: Birds
Lockhart State Park
Experience Lockhart State Park as an outdoor classroom in this program for school-age kids! Registration required.
Dec
11
2:00p
End Date
Homeschool Class: Birds
Lockhart State Park
Experience Lockhart State Park as an outdoor classroom in this program for school-age kids! Registration required.
Dec
12
10:00a
End Date
Scenic Overlook Nature Walk
Guadalupe River State Park
Join us on the first three Thursdays of the month for an easy nature walk with a beautiful view!
Dec
12
10:00a
End Date
Homeschool Class: Birds
Lockhart State Park
Experience Lockhart State Park as an outdoor classroom in this program for school-age kids! Registration required.
Dec
13
End Date
Christmas in the Park!
Purtis Creek State Park
See the camp loop lit up like a winter wonderland and CAMP FOR FREE when you decorate your campsite!
Dec
13
9:00a
End Date
Little Naturalist Preschool Classes
Guadalupe River State Park
Experience Guadalupe River State Park as an outdoor classroom in this program for preschool-age kids!
Dec
13
10:00a
End Date
Dec
13
1:30p
End Date
Wilderness Survival Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to learn about the plants and other resources native people used in our area!
Dec
13
1:30p
End Date
Staring at the Sun (Safely)
Pedernales Falls State Park
Using special equipment, we'll look for sunspots, solar flares, and talk about our closest star!
Dec
13
2:00p
End Date
Dec
13
5:30p
End Date
Intro to Astro
Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
Join a ranger for an introduction to astronomy at our beloved Dark Sky Park.
Dec
13
5:30p
End Date
Christmas in the Park
Atlanta State Park
Experience a Christmas Wonderland and meet Santa inside the Pineywoods of Atlanta State Park!
Dec
13
6:00p
End Date
Christmas Light Up the Park Event
Bonham State Park
Bonham State Park's Annual Christmas Light Up the Park event. Drive through the campground and see the campsites decorated for the holiday season.
Dec
14
8:00a
End Date
Second Saturday Birdwatching
Martin Dies, Jr. State Park
Join us on the second Saturday of the month to bird watch with a knowledgeable volunteer!
Dec
14
8:00a
End Date
Prep for the Pro Hab Hike
Government Canyon State Natural Area
Do you want to hike to Government Canyon’s Protected Habitat (Pro Hab)? Are you feeling unsure about taking on such a long hike? Join experienced guides who will lead you on a series of progressively longer hikes to help you prepare for the annual Hike to the Pro Hab.
Dec
14
8:30a
End Date
Hike to the Dino Tracks
Government Canyon State Natural Area
Take a 5-mile hike with a ranger to see the dinosaur tracks at Government Canyon.
Dec
14
9:00a
End Date
Dec
14
9:00a
End Date
Bison & Longhorn Self-Guided Viewing
San Angelo State Park
Watch Bison and Longhorn graze and meet with park staff!
Dec
14
9:00a
End Date
Saturday Honey Creek Guided Walk
Honey Creek State Natural Area
Experience the natural and cultural history of Honey Creek!
Dec
14
9:30a
End Date
Guided Summit Hike
Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
Join a ranger or volunteer for a morning hike on our most popular trail. SORRY, THIS EVENT HAS BEEN CANCELLED FOR 10/12/2024.
Dec
14
10:00a
End Date
Saturday Sit Down with the Superintendent
Fort Boggy State Park
Sit down with the superintendent, JD Miller, to hear about the latest changes and future of Fort Boggy State Park.
Dec
14
10:00a
End Date
Scavenger Hunt Hike
Lockhart State Park
Embark on a scavenger adventure - from vultures and insects to a scavenger-themed scavenger hunt - you won’t want to miss this fun hike!
Dec
14
10:00a
End Date
A Simple Country Christmas
Martin Dies, Jr. State Park
Join our festive holiday activities in the park!
Dec
14
10:30a
End Date
Dec
14
10:30a
End Date
Snowflakes and Stories
Hueco Tanks State Park & Historic Site
Get creative this holiday season with our fun and family-friendly snowflake craft activity!
Dec
14
11:30a
End Date
Skins, Skulls, Scales and Scat
Pedernales Falls State Park
What can we learn about wildlife from what they leave behind?
Dec
14
1:00p
End Date
Christmas with the Fishes
Sea Center Texas
Join Sea Center Texas for an underwater Christmas spectacular.
Dec
14
1:00p
End Date
Wreathed in History
Mission Tejas State Park
Come to Mission Tejas and make your own Christmas wreath! Create a piece of art with an East Texas take on the holiday tradition as you learn about what wreaths have meant for the many different cultures that used them.
Dec
14
1:00p
End Date
Lakeside Christmas
Fort Parker State Park
A Fort Parker Holiday Celebration! Take pictures with the Christmas Beaver, make Christmas Ornaments, Play Games . . . Play Games . . . Play Games, and many other holiday festivities.
Dec
14
1:00p
End Date
A Crafty Caddo Christmas
Caddo Lake State Park
Deck the halls in our CCC Hall. Join us by the fire for hot chocolate, cookies, and creating your own Christmas tree ornaments. All supplies will be provided!
Dec
14
2:00p
End Date
Dec
14
2:00p
End Date
A Very Marshy Christmas
Sea Rim State Park
Watch Santa and Mrs. Claus ride in to Sea Rim State Park on an airboat and join them for hot cocoa, Christmas crafts and photo opportunities!
Dec
14
2:00p
End Date
Santa's Workshop
Pedernales Falls State Park
Help Santa's elves build gifts for all the good birdies!
Dec
14
4:00p
End Date
Christmas in the Park
Guadalupe River State Park
Join us for a night of holiday magic on Saturday, December 14th as Guadalupe River State Park transforms into a winter wonderland!
Dec
14
5:00p
End Date
Brazos River Pickers
Brazos Bend State Park
Come and enjoy the Brazos River Pickers as they play live country and bluegrass music from America’s roots.
Dec
14
5:00p
End Date
Twinkle Tour 2024
Lake Tawakoni State Park
Join us for our annual Twinkle Tour at Lake Tawakoni State Park. Enjoy all the festive Christmas lights and listen to a reading of The Night Before Christmas at the amphitheater.
Dec
14
5:30p
End Date
Christmas in the Park
Atlanta State Park
Experience a Christmas Wonderland and meet Santa inside the Pineywoods of Atlanta State Park!
Dec
14
5:30p
End Date
Christmas in the Park
Goose Island State Park
See the park in lights, enjoy holiday activities, and CAMP FOR FREE when you decorate your campsite!
Dec
14
6:00p
End Date
Christmas Light Up the Park Event
Bonham State Park
Bonham State Park's Annual Christmas Light Up the Park event. Drive through the campground and see the campsites decorated for the holiday season.
Dec
14
6:00p
End Date
Holiday Light Drive-Thru
Lake Corpus Christi State Park
Check out our camper's holiday spirit by taking a drive by lighted campsites and park buildings!
Dec
14
6:00p
End Date
Christmas in the Park 2024
Lake Whitney State Park
It's the most wonderful time of the year!
For camping, making holiday memories and inviting everyone to see homes on wheels decked out for Christmas.
Decorate your campsite for this weekend and you will save 20%.
Donations of non perishable food items are also being collected.
Voting slips will be handed to all that come to see the festive campers during the event timeline.
Dec
14
6:00p
End Date
Christmastime Constellations
Pedernales Falls State Park
Come see what constellations and other objects are found in our December sky!
Dec
14
6:00p
End Date
Holly Days in the Park
Come out and experience the holidays in the park!
Dec
14
6:00p
End Date
Country Lights
Martin Dies, Jr. State Park
Drive, bike or walk thru the 200 camping loop to experience campsites adorned with holiday themed lights, sounds and decorations
Dec
14
6:00p
End Date
Dec
14
7:00p
End Date
Cross Timbers Cowboy Christmas – Music & Poetry
Lake Mineral Wells State Park & Trailway
Bring the whole family to the Lone Star Amphitheater and experience Christmas cowboy style.
Dec
15
9:00a
End Date
Sunday Honey Creek Guided Walk
Honey Creek State Natural Area
Experience the natural and cultural history of Honey Creek!
Dec
15
9:00a
End Date
Wing Walks
Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
Join a ranger or volunteer for an introductory birdwatching walk in the shade.
Dec
15
10:00a
End Date
Junior Ranger Hike
Abilene State Park
An informative hike led by a ranger for youth and their parents!
Dec
15
5:30p
End Date
55th Annual Tree Lighting
Lyndon B. Johnson State Park & Historic Site
Enjoy this special tradition started 55 years ago by President and Mrs. Johnson.
Dec
15
10:00p
End Date
*Park Closed For Wildlife Management*
Pedernales Falls State Park
Pedernales Falls SP will be closed to all visitors and campers during this time.
Dec
16
8:00a
End Date
Wildlife Tax Valuation Workshop - Burnet or Virtual
Burnet, TX - AgriLife Extension
Biologists will provide an overview of the wildlife tax valuation, developing a wildlife management plan, and management practices. Attendees have the option of attending in-person or online.
Dec
17
10:00a
End Date
Preschool in the Park: Bird Walk
Lockhart State Park
Come explore, create, and sing with us as we learn about our amazing environment!
Dec
18
9:00a
End Date
Bison & Longhorn Self-Guided Viewing
San Angelo State Park
Watch Bison and Longhorn graze and meet with park staff!
Dec
18
10:00a
End Date
Homeschool Classes in the Park
Guadalupe River State Park
Experience Guadalupe River State Park as an outdoor classroom in this program for school-age kids!
Dec
18
10:30a
End Date
Reading Ranger
Buescher State Park
Join Ranger Madalyn at the Smithville Public Library for themed book readings and a craft! All ages welcome!
Dec
18
3:00p
End Date
Project WILD Facilitator Training
Richmond, TX - Long Acres Ranch
Training to conduct the Suite of Texas Project WILD workshops. Prerequisite of WILD educator workshop required.
Dec
19
10:00a
End Date
Homeschool Classes in the Park
Guadalupe River State Park
Experience Guadalupe River State Park as an outdoor classroom in this program for school-age kids!
Dec
19
10:00a
End Date
Scenic Overlook Nature Walk
Guadalupe River State Park
Join us on the first three Thursdays of the month for an easy nature walk with a beautiful view!
Dec
20
End Date
Holiday Heritage Trail Hike
Galveston Island State Park
Take a hike on our self-guided Holiday Trail!
Dec
20
10:00a
End Date
Homeschool Classes in the Park
Guadalupe River State Park
Experience Guadalupe River State Park as an outdoor classroom in this program for school-age kids!
Dec
20
10:00a
End Date
Dec
20
1:00p
End Date
Prehistoric Hunting - The Atlatl
Pedernales Falls State Park
How well can you use ancient technology to survive?
Dec
20
1:30p
End Date
Wilderness Survival Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to learn about the plants and other resources native people used in our area!
Dec
21
9:00a
End Date
The Wonder of Texas' Native Plants
Government Canyon State Natural Area
Take a plant walk to discover the diverse native wildflowers, trees, and shrubs of Bexar County.
Dec
21
9:00a
End Date
Bison & Longhorn Self-Guided Viewing
San Angelo State Park
Watch Bison and Longhorn graze and meet with park staff!
Dec
21
9:00a
End Date
Saturday Honey Creek Guided Walk
Honey Creek State Natural Area
Experience the natural and cultural history of Honey Creek!
Dec
21
9:00a
End Date
Home for the Holidays Hike
Hueco Tanks State Park & Historic Site
❄️Join us for a moderate 2-mile holiday hike through the stunning landscapes of Hueco Tanks!
Dec
21
9:30a
End Date
Guided Summit Hike
Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
Join a ranger or volunteer for a morning hike on our most popular trail. SORRY, THIS EVENT HAS BEEN CANCELLED FOR 10/12/2024.
Dec
21
10:00a
End Date
Hard Labor Hike
Lockhart State Park
Hear the story of the Civilian Conservation Corps and discover their legacy in this engaging hike!
Dec
21
10:00a
End Date
Watercolor Holiday Cards
Lake Corpus Christi State Park
Create a watercolor card for your loved ones this holiday season!
Dec
21
10:00a
End Date
A Lost Pines CCC Christmas
Bastrop State Park
Celebrate Christmas in the Lost Pines with an evening full of holly jolly good times in the park for the whole family!
Dec
21
11:30a
End Date
Fossil Table
Pedernales Falls State Park
The geology of the falls gives us some great views! Come see the small details that make the view even more special!
Dec
21
1:00p
End Date
A Crafty Caddo Christmas
Caddo Lake State Park
Deck the halls in our CCC Hall. Join us by the fire for hot chocolate, cookies, and creating your own Christmas tree ornaments. All supplies will be provided!
Dec
21
1:00p
End Date
Dec
21
1:30p
End Date
CCC Trail Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to learn about the Civilian Conservation Corps in our park!
Dec
21
2:00p
End Date
Holiday Gift for the Birds
Lake Corpus Christi State Park
Show your backyard birds some love with a hand-decorated feeder!
Dec
21
2:00p
End Date
Santa's Workshop
Pedernales Falls State Park
Help Santa's elves build gifts for all the good birdies!
Dec
21
3:00p
End Date
Christmas in the Park
Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
Tell Santa your wish list, sip hot chocolate, color a greeting card, and join us for a very special Christmas night hike this December!
Dec
21
6:00p
End Date
Winter Solstice Night Hike
Government Canyon State Natural Area
Take a walk over fields and through the woods on a starry (fingers crossed), moonless night...the longest night of the year.
Dec
21
6:00p
End Date
Christmastime Constellations
Pedernales Falls State Park
Come see what constellations and other objects are found in our December sky!
Dec
21
6:00p
End Date
Holiday Festival of Lights
Inks Lake State Park
If you're camping with us on Dec. 21, please bring holiday decorations to brighten up your campsite!
Dec
21
8:00p
End Date
Dec
21
8:00p
End Date
Dec
22
9:00a
End Date
Elm Creek Nature Hike
Abilene State Park
Join a ranger in a short and informative hike along the Elm Creek Nature Trail.
Dec
22
9:00a
End Date
Sunday Honey Creek Guided Walk
Honey Creek State Natural Area
Experience the natural and cultural history of Honey Creek!
Dec
25
9:00a
End Date
Bison & Longhorn Self-Guided Viewing
San Angelo State Park
Watch Bison and Longhorn graze and meet with park staff!
Dec
26
9:00a
End Date
Bluff Spurs Hike
Government Canyon State Natural Area
Get a bird’s-eye view of Government Canyon on this ranger-led hike.
Dec
27
9:30a
End Date
Junior Ranger Academy
Government Canyon State Natural Area
Explore the trails at Government Canyon with a ranger and earn your Junior Ranger badge.
Dec
27
10:00a
End Date
Hidden Treasures Scavenger Hunt
Pedernales Falls State Park
Join millions of others in the largest game of scavenger hunt!
Dec
27
1:00p
End Date
Hunters and Gatherers
Pedernales Falls State Park
Will you be able to survive living in a prehistoric Texas?
Dec
27
1:30p
End Date
Wilderness Survival Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to learn about the plants and other resources native people used in our area!
Dec
27
2:00p
End Date
End of Month Update (Virtual)
Palo Pinto Mountains State Park
Log on and listen to updates on park construction!
Dec
28
9:00a
End Date
Dec
28
9:00a
End Date
Bison & Longhorn Self-Guided Viewing
San Angelo State Park
Watch Bison and Longhorn graze and meet with park staff!
Dec
28
9:00a
End Date
Saturday Honey Creek Guided Walk
Honey Creek State Natural Area
Experience the natural and cultural history of Honey Creek!
Dec
28
9:00a
End Date
Dec
28
9:30a
End Date
Guided Summit Hike
Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
Join a ranger or volunteer for a morning hike on our most popular trail. SORRY, THIS EVENT HAS BEEN CANCELLED FOR 10/12/2024.
Dec
28
10:30a
End Date
Dec
28
12:00p
End Date
Dec
28
2:00p
End Date
Kallison Ranch Hike
Government Canyon State Natural Area
Join us on a trip back in time with a short but beautiful hike to the historic Kallison Ranch complex.
Dec
28
3:00p
End Date
Hidden Treasures Scavenger Hunt
Pedernales Falls State Park
Join millions of others in the largest game of scavenger hunt!
Dec
28
6:00p
End Date
Stargazing with a Ranger
Pedernales Falls State Park
Join us for an evening of exploring the night sky!
Dec
28
6:30p
End Date
Star Party
Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
Join us for a star party and learn about the magic of the skies!
Dec
29
9:00a
End Date
The Wonder of Texas' Native Plants
Government Canyon State Natural Area
Take a plant walk to discover the diverse native wildflowers, trees, and shrubs of Bexar County.
Dec
29
9:00a
End Date
Wing Walks
Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
Join a ranger or volunteer for an introductory birdwatching walk in the shade.
Dec
29
12:00p
End Date
Dec
31
4:30p
End Date
Dec
31
9:30p
End Date
Black Light Hike & Scavenger Hunt at Midnight!
Fort Parker State Park
Take a New Year’s hike at midnight with a Fort Parker State Park ranger! Visit the 1/2-mile Bur Oak Trail and see what you might with an awesome black light! Continue the New Year's fun with a "Riddle-Me-This" scavenger hunt by moonlight. Can you answer the riddles to ring in the New Year?
Dec
31
11:30p
End Date
First Day Hike: Midnight Kick-Off!
Purtis Creek State Park
Join a ranger for a midnight hike along the Wolfpen Trail to kick off the new year!
January 2025
Jan
1
End Date
First Day Honey Creek Guided Walks *Registration Required*
Honey Creek State Natural Area
Experience the natural and cultural history of Honey Creek on our First Day Hikes!
Jan
1
End Date
Self-Guided First Day Nature Hikes
Guadalupe River State Park
Experience the great outdoors and join us for a self-guided First Day Hike!
Jan
1
7:00a
End Date
First Day Hike - Sunrise Beach Walk
Galveston Island State Park
Begin 2024 with a sunrise walk on the beach at Galveston Island State Park!
Jan
1
9:00a
End Date
First Day Hike
Sea Rim State Park
Start your resolutions off right by joining us for a hike on the beach on the first day of the new year!
Jan
1
10:00a
End Date
First Day Hikes
Mother Neff State Park
Kick off the start of the new year by exploring the natural beauty of Mother Neff State Park.
Jan
1
1:00p
End Date
New Year's Plunge
Devils River State Natural Area
Join our first New Year's Plunge at the Devils River.
Jan
2
7:00a
End Date
Christmas Bird Count - 101
Galveston Island State Park
Spend your holiday season contributing to the nation's longest-running community science bird project!
Jan
2
11:00a
End Date
Christmas Bird Count - 101
Galveston Island State Park
Spend your holiday season contributing to the nation's longest-running community science bird project!
Jan
3
1:30p
End Date
Wilderness Survival Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to learn about the plants and other resources native people used in our area!
Jan
4
8:00a
End Date
Guided Hike to the Protected Habitat Area
Government Canyon State Natural Area
Ready for a longer hike? Join experienced guides for an all-day excursion into the farthest reaches of Government Canyon SNA.
Jan
4
9:30a
End Date
Guided Summit Hike
Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
Join a ranger or volunteer for a morning hike on our most popular trail. SORRY, THIS EVENT HAS BEEN CANCELLED FOR 10/12/2024.
Jan
4
10:00a
End Date
First Saturday Nature Walk – Explore & Discover!
Stephen F. Austin State Park
Every month, we invite you to dive into the wonders of Stephen F. Austin State Park on a fun and informative guided hike.
Jan
4
1:30p
End Date
CCC Trail Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to learn about the Civilian Conservation Corps in our park!
Jan
5
9:00a
End Date
CCC History Hike
Abilene State Park
Join a ranger in a hike along our Legacy Trail and learn about the people who built the park!
Jan
5
9:00a
End Date
Wing Walks
Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
Join a ranger or volunteer for an introductory birdwatching walk in the shade.
Jan
5
10:00p
End Date
*Park Closed For Wildlife Management*
Pedernales Falls State Park
Pedernales Falls SP will be closed to all visitors and campers during this time.
Jan
10
1:30p
End Date
Wilderness Survival Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to learn about the plants and other resources native people used in our area!
Jan
11
8:00a
End Date
Second Saturday Birdwatching
Martin Dies, Jr. State Park
Join us on the second Saturday of the month to bird watch with a knowledgeable volunteer!
Jan
11
9:00a
End Date
Jan
11
9:30a
End Date
Guided Summit Hike
Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
Join a ranger or volunteer for a morning hike on our most popular trail. SORRY, THIS EVENT HAS BEEN CANCELLED FOR 10/12/2024.
Jan
11
10:30a
End Date
Jan
11
5:00p
End Date
Brazos River Pickers
Brazos Bend State Park
Come and enjoy the Brazos River Pickers as they play live country and bluegrass music from America’s roots.
Jan
12
9:00a
End Date
Edible & Medicinal Plant Hike
Abilene State Park
Join a ranger in a hike that will teach you about the edible and medicinal plants native to the park.
Jan
12
9:00a
End Date
Wing Walks
Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
Join a ranger or volunteer for an introductory birdwatching walk in the shade.
Jan
13
4:30p
End Date
Reading with a Ranger at Pioneer Memorial Library
Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
Join a ranger at the historic Pioneer Memorial Library in Fredericksburg for a nature-oriented story time!
Jan
13
8:00p
End Date
Public Hunt- Deer
Guadalupe River State Park
Guadalupe River State Park (including the Bauer Unit) will be closed starting at 8pm on Monday, January 13, 2025 and will reopen 12pm on Friday, January 17, 2025.
Jan
14
10:00a
End Date
Homeschool Program
Davis Mountains State Park
This outdoor education program promises a fun time for kids and parents.
Jan
15
10:30a
End Date
Reading Ranger
Buescher State Park
Join Ranger Madalyn at the Smithville Public Library for themed book readings and a craft! All ages welcome!
Jan
15
5:30p
End Date
Project WILD Facilitator Training
Lewisville, TX - Lake Lewisville Environmental Learning Area
Training to conduct the Suite of Texas Project WILD workshops. Prerequisite of WILD educator workshop required.
Jan
17
1:30p
End Date
Wilderness Survival Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to learn about the plants and other resources native people used in our area!
Jan
18
9:30a
End Date
Guided Summit Hike
Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
Join a ranger or volunteer for a morning hike on our most popular trail. SORRY, THIS EVENT HAS BEEN CANCELLED FOR 10/12/2024.
Jan
18
1:00p
End Date
S'mores Storytime
Government Canyon State Natural Area
Listen to some verses about vultures, take a walk with a ranger, and make a s'more at our campfire.
Jan
18
1:30p
End Date
CCC Trail Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to learn about the Civilian Conservation Corps in our park!
Jan
18
8:00p
End Date
Jan
19
9:00a
End Date
Wing Walks
Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
Join a ranger or volunteer for an introductory birdwatching walk in the shade.
Jan
19
10:00a
End Date
Junior Ranger Hike
Abilene State Park
An informative hike led by a ranger for youth and their parents!
Jan
24
1:30p
End Date
Wilderness Survival Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to learn about the plants and other resources native people used in our area!
Jan
24
2:00p
End Date
End of Month Update (Virtual)
Palo Pinto Mountains State Park
Log on and listen to updates on park construction!
Jan
25
8:30a
End Date
Jan
25
10:30a
End Date
Jan
25
1:00p
End Date
Junior Ranger Academy
Government Canyon State Natural Area
Explore the trails at Government Canyon with a ranger and earn your Junior Ranger badge.
Jan
26
9:00a
End Date
Elm Creek Nature Hike
Abilene State Park
Join a ranger in a short and informative hike along the Elm Creek Nature Trail.
Jan
26
9:00a
End Date
Wing Walks
Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
Join a ranger or volunteer for an introductory birdwatching walk in the shade.
Jan
31
1:30p
End Date
Wilderness Survival Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to learn about the plants and other resources native people used in our area!
February 2025
Feb
1
9:00a
End Date
Family Stroll
Government Canyon State Natural Area
Start your kids out on the right foot enjoying the outdoors! Join dedicated volunteers on a FUN and easy family-friendly walk.
Feb
1
9:30a
End Date
Name That Tune: Birdsong Edition
Government Canyon State Natural Area
Most avid birders eventually add sound identification to the tool set they use in identifying birds. But bird songs convey more information than just the identity of the singer.
Feb
1
10:00a
End Date
First Saturday Nature Walk – Explore & Discover!
Stephen F. Austin State Park
Every month, we invite you to dive into the wonders of Stephen F. Austin State Park on a fun and informative guided hike.
Feb
1
1:30p
End Date
CCC Trail Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to learn about the Civilian Conservation Corps in our park!
Feb
2
9:00a
End Date
CCC History Hike
Abilene State Park
Join a ranger in a hike along our Legacy Trail and learn about the people who built the park!
Feb
7
1:30p
End Date
Wilderness Survival Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to learn about the plants and other resources native people used in our area!
Feb
8
8:00a
End Date
Second Saturday Birdwatching
Martin Dies, Jr. State Park
Join us on the second Saturday of the month to bird watch with a knowledgeable volunteer!
Feb
8
10:00a
End Date
El Viaje - The Journey
Goose Island State Park
Join us on a journey through time and explore Texas History through hands-on programming.
Feb
8
10:30a
End Date
Feb
8
1:00p
End Date
Junior Ranger Academy
Government Canyon State Natural Area
Explore the trails at Government Canyon with a ranger and earn your Junior Ranger badge.
Feb
8
5:00p
End Date
Brazos River Pickers
Brazos Bend State Park
Come and enjoy the Brazos River Pickers as they play live country and bluegrass music from America’s roots.
Feb
9
9:00a
End Date
Edible & Medicinal Plant Hike
Abilene State Park
Join a ranger in a hike that will teach you about the edible and medicinal plants native to the park.
Feb
10
4:30p
End Date
Reading with a Ranger at Pioneer Memorial Library
Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
Join a ranger at the historic Pioneer Memorial Library in Fredericksburg for a nature-oriented story time!
Feb
11
10:00a
End Date
Homeschool Program
Davis Mountains State Park
This outdoor education program promises a fun time for kids and parents.
Feb
14
1:30p
End Date
Wilderness Survival Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to learn about the plants and other resources native people used in our area!
Feb
15
1:30p
End Date
CCC Trail Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to learn about the Civilian Conservation Corps in our park!
Feb
15
8:00p
End Date
Feb
16
10:00a
End Date
Junior Ranger Hike
Abilene State Park
An informative hike led by a ranger for youth and their parents!
Feb
19
10:30a
End Date
Reading Ranger
Buescher State Park
Join Ranger Madalyn at the Smithville Public Library for themed book readings and a craft! All ages welcome!
Feb
21
1:30p
End Date
Wilderness Survival Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to learn about the plants and other resources native people used in our area!
Feb
22
10:30a
End Date
Feb
22
2:00p
End Date
Nature Journaling
Government Canyon State Natural Area
Slow down and deepen your experience of the natural world with mindful observations.
Feb
23
9:00a
End Date
Elm Creek Nature Hike
Abilene State Park
Join a ranger in a short and informative hike along the Elm Creek Nature Trail.
Feb
28
1:30p
End Date
Wilderness Survival Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to learn about the plants and other resources native people used in our area!
Feb
28
2:00p
End Date
End of Month Update (Virtual)
Palo Pinto Mountains State Park
Log on and listen to updates on park construction!
March 2025
Mar
1
8:00a
End Date
Intro to Hiking for Women
Government Canyon State Natural Area
Want to spend more time in the beautiful Texas Hill Country, but unsure how to begin? Hiking is a wonderful way to immerse yourself in the outdoors and provides a great source of relaxation and physical fitness.
Mar
1
9:00a
End Date
Bluff Spurs Hike
Government Canyon State Natural Area
Get a bird’s-eye view of Government Canyon on this ranger-led hike.
Mar
1
10:00a
End Date
First Saturday Nature Walk – Explore & Discover!
Stephen F. Austin State Park
Every month, we invite you to dive into the wonders of Stephen F. Austin State Park on a fun and informative guided hike.
Mar
1
1:30p
End Date
CCC Trail Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to learn about the Civilian Conservation Corps in our park!
Mar
2
9:00a
End Date
CCC History Hike
Abilene State Park
Join a ranger in a hike along our Legacy Trail and learn about the people who built the park!
Mar
7
1:30p
End Date
Wilderness Survival Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to learn about the plants and other resources native people used in our area!
Mar
8
8:00a
End Date
Second Saturday Birdwatching
Martin Dies, Jr. State Park
Join us on the second Saturday of the month to bird watch with a knowledgeable volunteer!
Mar
8
10:30a
End Date
Mar
8
5:00p
End Date
Brazos River Pickers
Brazos Bend State Park
Come and enjoy the Brazos River Pickers as they play live country and bluegrass music from America’s roots.
Mar
9
9:00a
End Date
Edible & Medicinal Plant Hike
Abilene State Park
Join a ranger in a hike that will teach you about the edible and medicinal plants native to the park.
Mar
10
4:30p
End Date
Reading with a Ranger at Pioneer Memorial Library
Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
Join a ranger at the historic Pioneer Memorial Library in Fredericksburg for a nature-oriented story time!
Mar
11
8:30a
End Date
Hike to the Dino Tracks
Government Canyon State Natural Area
Take a 5-mile hike with a ranger to see the dinosaur tracks at Government Canyon.
Mar
11
10:00a
End Date
Homeschool Program
Davis Mountains State Park
This outdoor education program promises a fun time for kids and parents.
Mar
13
9:30a
End Date
Junior Ranger Academy
Government Canyon State Natural Area
Explore the trails at Government Canyon with a ranger and earn your Junior Ranger badge.
Mar
14
1:30p
End Date
Wilderness Survival Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to learn about the plants and other resources native people used in our area!
Mar
15
9:30a
End Date
Name That Tune: Birdsong Edition
Government Canyon State Natural Area
Most avid birders eventually add sound identification to the tool set they use in identifying birds. But bird songs convey more information than just the identity of the singer.
Mar
15
10:00a
End Date
Caddo Adventure Day
Caddo Lake State Park
Choose your adventure at our 2nd annual Caddo Adventure Day! Participate in archery, fishing, paddling, hiking, learning, and more all inside our beautiful park!
Mar
15
1:30p
End Date
CCC Trail Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to learn about the Civilian Conservation Corps in our park!
Mar
15
8:00p
End Date
Mar
16
10:00a
End Date
Junior Ranger Hike
Abilene State Park
An informative hike led by a ranger for youth and their parents!
Mar
19
10:30a
End Date
Reading Ranger
Buescher State Park
Join Ranger Madalyn at the Smithville Public Library for themed book readings and a craft! All ages welcome!
Mar
21
1:30p
End Date
Wilderness Survival Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to learn about the plants and other resources native people used in our area!
Mar
22
9:00a
End Date
Nature Journaling
Government Canyon State Natural Area
Slow down and deepen your experience of the natural world with mindful observations.
Mar
22
10:30a
End Date
Mar
28
1:30p
End Date
Wilderness Survival Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to learn about the plants and other resources native people used in our area!
Mar
28
2:00p
End Date
End of Month Update (Virtual)
Palo Pinto Mountains State Park
Log on and listen to updates on park construction!
Mar
29
9:30a
End Date
Nature's Gifts
Government Canyon State Natural Area
For thousands of years, the diverse native plants of south-central Texas have offered food, medicine, fiber, and other gifts to people who know how to use them.
Mar
29
1:30p
End Date
CCC Trail Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to learn about the Civilian Conservation Corps in our park!
April 2025
Apr
4
1:30p
End Date
Wilderness Survival Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to learn about the plants and other resources native people used in our area!
Apr
5
7:30a
End Date
Warbler Walk
Government Canyon State Natural Area
Did you know EVERY Golden-cheeked Warbler born on Planet Earth is a Native Texan?? It’s true! Learn about these federally-listed endangered songbirds who come to Government Canyon every Spring to nest, mate and start their families here in the Texas Hill Country.
Apr
5
8:00a
End Date
Explore the Canyon
Government Canyon State Natural Area
Join dedicated volunteers for an informative and FUN hike at Government Canyon SNA
Apr
5
10:00a
End Date
First Saturday Nature Walk – Explore & Discover!
Stephen F. Austin State Park
Every month, we invite you to dive into the wonders of Stephen F. Austin State Park on a fun and informative guided hike.
Apr
5
10:30a
End Date
Apr
8
10:00a
End Date
Homeschool Program
Davis Mountains State Park
This outdoor education program promises a fun time for kids and parents.
Apr
11
1:30p
End Date
Wilderness Survival Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to learn about the plants and other resources native people used in our area!
Apr
12
9:30a
End Date
Junior Ranger Academy
Government Canyon State Natural Area
Explore the trails at Government Canyon with a ranger and earn your Junior Ranger badge.
Apr
12
1:30p
End Date
CCC Trail Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to learn about the Civilian Conservation Corps in our park!
Apr
12
5:00p
End Date
Brazos River Pickers
Brazos Bend State Park
Come and enjoy the Brazos River Pickers as they play live country and bluegrass music from America’s roots.
Apr
14
4:30p
End Date
Reading with a Ranger at Pioneer Memorial Library
Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
Join a ranger at the historic Pioneer Memorial Library in Fredericksburg for a nature-oriented story time!
Apr
16
10:30a
End Date
Reading Ranger
Buescher State Park
Join Ranger Madalyn at the Smithville Public Library for themed book readings and a craft! All ages welcome!
Apr
18
1:30p
End Date
Wilderness Survival Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to learn about the plants and other resources native people used in our area!
Apr
18
8:00p
End Date
Sounds of the Night
Government Canyon State Natural Area
Sssshhhh...did you hear that? What was that noise?
Apr
19
10:30a
End Date
Apr
25
1:30p
End Date
Wilderness Survival Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to learn about the plants and other resources native people used in our area!
Apr
26
1:30p
End Date
CCC Trail Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to learn about the Civilian Conservation Corps in our park!
May 2025
May
2
1:30p
End Date
Wilderness Survival Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to learn about the plants and other resources native people used in our area!
May
3
9:00a
End Date
Family Stroll
Government Canyon State Natural Area
Start your kids out on the right foot enjoying the outdoors! Join dedicated volunteers on a FUN and easy family-friendly walk.
May
3
10:00a
End Date
First Saturday Nature Walk – Explore & Discover!
Stephen F. Austin State Park
Every month, we invite you to dive into the wonders of Stephen F. Austin State Park on a fun and informative guided hike.
May
3
10:30a
End Date
May
9
1:30p
End Date
Wilderness Survival Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to learn about the plants and other resources native people used in our area!
May
10
1:30p
End Date
CCC Trail Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to learn about the Civilian Conservation Corps in our park!
May
13
10:00a
End Date
Homeschool Program
Davis Mountains State Park
This outdoor education program promises a fun time for kids and parents.
May
16
1:30p
End Date
Wilderness Survival Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to learn about the plants and other resources native people used in our area!
May
17
10:00a
End Date
Insectigation Hike
Government Canyon State Natural Area
What's bugging you? Let's take a hike to observe some of the little things that are really running the world.
May
17
10:30a
End Date
May
17
2:00p
End Date
Colors of the Canyon
Government Canyon State Natural Area
Create beautiful artwork that captures the colors of an autumn day at Government Canyon.
May
21
10:30a
End Date
Reading Ranger
Buescher State Park
Join Ranger Madalyn at the Smithville Public Library for themed book readings and a craft! All ages welcome!
May
23
1:30p
End Date
Wilderness Survival Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to learn about the plants and other resources native people used in our area!
May
24
1:30p
End Date
CCC Trail Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to learn about the Civilian Conservation Corps in our park!
May
30
1:30p
End Date
Wilderness Survival Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to learn about the plants and other resources native people used in our area!
May
31
7:30a
End Date
Painted Bunting Walk
Government Canyon State Natural Area
Search for one of the most colorful birds in Texas at Government Canyon.
May
31
10:30a
End Date
June 2025
Jun
6
1:30p
End Date
Wilderness Survival Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to learn about the plants and other resources native people used in our area!
Jun
7
8:00a
End Date
Intro to Hiking for Women
Government Canyon State Natural Area
Want to spend more time in the beautiful Texas Hill Country, but unsure how to begin? Come learn about hiking and Celebrate National Trails Day at a women’s beginners hiking clinic.
Jun
7
10:00a
End Date
First Saturday Nature Walk – Explore & Discover!
Stephen F. Austin State Park
Every month, we invite you to dive into the wonders of Stephen F. Austin State Park on a fun and informative guided hike.
Jun
7
1:30p
End Date
CCC Trail Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to learn about the Civilian Conservation Corps in our park!
Jun
10
10:00a
End Date
Homeschool Program
Davis Mountains State Park
This outdoor education program promises a fun time for kids and parents.
Jun
13
1:30p
End Date
Wilderness Survival Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to learn about the plants and other resources native people used in our area!
Jun
14
10:30a
End Date
Jun
20
1:30p
End Date
Wilderness Survival Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to learn about the plants and other resources native people used in our area!
Jun
21
1:30p
End Date
CCC Trail Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to learn about the Civilian Conservation Corps in our park!
Jun
27
1:30p
End Date
Wilderness Survival Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to learn about the plants and other resources native people used in our area!
Jun
28
10:30a
End Date
July 2025
Jul
4
1:30p
End Date
Wilderness Survival Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to learn about the plants and other resources native people used in our area!
Jul
5
8:00a
End Date
Explore the Canyon
Government Canyon State Natural Area
Join dedicated volunteers for an informative and FUN hike at Government Canyon SNA
Jul
5
1:30p
End Date
CCC Trail Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to learn about the Civilian Conservation Corps in our park!
Jul
11
1:30p
End Date
Wilderness Survival Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to learn about the plants and other resources native people used in our area!
Jul
12
10:30a
End Date
Jul
18
1:30p
End Date
Wilderness Survival Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to learn about the plants and other resources native people used in our area!
Jul
19
1:30p
End Date
CCC Trail Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to learn about the Civilian Conservation Corps in our park!
Jul
25
1:30p
End Date
Wilderness Survival Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to learn about the plants and other resources native people used in our area!
Jul
26
10:30a
End Date
August 2025
Aug
1
1:30p
End Date
Wilderness Survival Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to learn about the plants and other resources native people used in our area!
Aug
2
1:30p
End Date
CCC Trail Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to learn about the Civilian Conservation Corps in our park!
Aug
8
1:30p
End Date
Wilderness Survival Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to learn about the plants and other resources native people used in our area!
Aug
9
10:30a
End Date
Aug
15
1:30p
End Date
Wilderness Survival Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to learn about the plants and other resources native people used in our area!
Aug
16
1:30p
End Date
CCC Trail Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to learn about the Civilian Conservation Corps in our park!
Aug
22
1:30p
End Date
Wilderness Survival Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to learn about the plants and other resources native people used in our area!
Aug
23
10:30a
End Date
Aug
29
1:30p
End Date
Wilderness Survival Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to learn about the plants and other resources native people used in our area!
Aug
30
1:30p
End Date
CCC Trail Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to learn about the Civilian Conservation Corps in our park!
September 2025
Sep
5
1:30p
End Date
Wilderness Survival Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to learn about the plants and other resources native people used in our area!
Sep
6
10:30a
End Date
Sep
12
1:30p
End Date
Wilderness Survival Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to learn about the plants and other resources native people used in our area!
Sep
13
1:30p
End Date
CCC Trail Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to learn about the Civilian Conservation Corps in our park!
Sep
19
1:30p
End Date
Wilderness Survival Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to learn about the plants and other resources native people used in our area!
Sep
20
10:30a
End Date
Sep
26
1:30p
End Date
Wilderness Survival Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to learn about the plants and other resources native people used in our area!
Sep
27
1:30p
End Date
CCC Trail Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to learn about the Civilian Conservation Corps in our park!
October 2025
Oct
3
1:30p
End Date
Wilderness Survival Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to learn about the plants and other resources native people used in our area!
Oct
4
10:30a
End Date
Oct
10
1:30p
End Date
Wilderness Survival Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to learn about the plants and other resources native people used in our area!
Oct
11
1:30p
End Date
CCC Trail Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to learn about the Civilian Conservation Corps in our park!
Oct
17
1:30p
End Date
Wilderness Survival Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to learn about the plants and other resources native people used in our area!
Oct
18
10:30a
End Date
Oct
24
1:30p
End Date
Wilderness Survival Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to learn about the plants and other resources native people used in our area!
Oct
25
1:30p
End Date
CCC Trail Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to learn about the Civilian Conservation Corps in our park!
Oct
31
1:30p
End Date
Wilderness Survival Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to learn about the plants and other resources native people used in our area!
November 2025
Nov
1
10:30a
End Date
Nov
7
1:30p
End Date
Wilderness Survival Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to learn about the plants and other resources native people used in our area!
Nov
8
1:30p
End Date
CCC Trail Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to learn about the Civilian Conservation Corps in our park!
Nov
14
1:30p
End Date
Wilderness Survival Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to learn about the plants and other resources native people used in our area!
Nov
15
10:30a
End Date
Nov
21
1:30p
End Date
Wilderness Survival Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to learn about the plants and other resources native people used in our area!
Nov
22
1:30p
End Date
CCC Trail Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to learn about the Civilian Conservation Corps in our park!
Nov
28
1:30p
End Date
Wilderness Survival Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to learn about the plants and other resources native people used in our area!
Nov
29
10:30a
End Date
December 2025
Dec
5
1:30p
End Date
Wilderness Survival Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to learn about the plants and other resources native people used in our area!
Dec
6
1:30p
End Date
CCC Trail Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to learn about the Civilian Conservation Corps in our park!
Dec
12
1:30p
End Date
Wilderness Survival Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to learn about the plants and other resources native people used in our area!
Dec
13
10:30a
End Date
Dec
19
1:30p
End Date
Wilderness Survival Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to learn about the plants and other resources native people used in our area!
Dec
20
1:30p
End Date
CCC Trail Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to learn about the Civilian Conservation Corps in our park!
Dec
26
1:30p
End Date
Wilderness Survival Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to learn about the plants and other resources native people used in our area!
Dec
27
10:30a
End Date
Dec
31
9:30p
End Date
Black Light Hike & Scavenger Hunt at Midnight!
Fort Parker State Park
Take a New Year’s hike at midnight with a Fort Parker State Park ranger! Visit the 1/2-mile Bur Oak Trail and see what you might with an awesome black light! Continue the New Year's fun with a "Riddle-Me-This" scavenger hunt by moonlight. Can you answer the riddles to ring in the New Year?
January 2026
Jan
3
1:30p
End Date
CCC Trail Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to learn about the Civilian Conservation Corps in our park!
Jan
10
10:30a
End Date
Jan
17
1:30p
End Date
CCC Trail Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to learn about the Civilian Conservation Corps in our park!
Jan
24
10:30a
End Date
Jan
31
8:30a
End Date
Jan
31
1:30p
End Date
CCC Trail Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to learn about the Civilian Conservation Corps in our park!
February 2026
Feb
7
10:30a
End Date
Feb
21
10:30a
End Date
March 2026
Mar
7
10:30a
End Date
Mar
21
10:30a
End Date
April 2026
Apr
4
10:30a
End Date
Apr
18
10:30a
End Date
May 2026
May
2
10:30a
End Date
May
16
10:30a
End Date
May
30
10:30a
End Date
June 2026
Jun
13
10:30a
End Date
Jun
27
10:30a
End Date
July 2026
Jul
11
10:30a
End Date
Jul
25
10:30a
End Date
August 2026
Aug
8
10:30a
End Date
Aug
22
10:30a
End Date
September 2026
Sep
5
10:30a
End Date
Sep
19
10:30a
End Date
October 2026
Oct
3
10:30a
End Date
Oct
17
10:30a
End Date
Oct
31
10:30a
End Date
November 2026
Nov
14
10:30a
End Date
Nov
28
10:30a
End Date
December 2026
Dec
12
10:30a
End Date
Dec
26
10:30a
End Date
Dec
31
9:30p
End Date
Black Light Hike & Scavenger Hunt at Midnight!
Fort Parker State Park
Take a New Year’s hike at midnight with a Fort Parker State Park ranger! Visit the 1/2-mile Bur Oak Trail and see what you might with an awesome black light! Continue the New Year's fun with a "Riddle-Me-This" scavenger hunt by moonlight. Can you answer the riddles to ring in the New Year?
January 2027
Jan
9
10:30a
End Date
Jan
23
10:30a
End Date
Jan
30
8:30a
End Date
February 2027
Feb
6
10:30a
End Date
Feb
20
10:30a
End Date
March 2027
Mar
6
10:30a
End Date
Mar
20
10:30a
End Date
April 2027
Apr
3
10:30a
End Date
Apr
17
10:30a
End Date
May 2027
May
1
10:30a
End Date
May
15
10:30a
End Date
May
29
10:30a
End Date
June 2027
Jun
12
10:30a
End Date
Jun
26
10:30a
End Date
July 2027
Jul
10
10:30a
End Date
Jul
24
10:30a
End Date
August 2027
Aug
7
10:30a
End Date
Aug
21
10:30a
End Date
September 2027
Sep
4
10:30a
End Date
Sep
18
10:30a
End Date
October 2027
Oct
2
10:30a
End Date
Oct
16
10:30a
End Date
Oct
30
10:30a
End Date
November 2027
Nov
13
10:30a
End Date
Nov
27
10:30a
End Date
December 2027
Dec
11
10:30a
End Date
Dec
25
10:30a
End Date
Dec
31
9:30p
End Date
Black Light Hike & Scavenger Hunt at Midnight!
Fort Parker State Park
Take a New Year’s hike at midnight with a Fort Parker State Park ranger! Visit the 1/2-mile Bur Oak Trail and see what you might with an awesome black light! Continue the New Year's fun with a "Riddle-Me-This" scavenger hunt by moonlight. Can you answer the riddles to ring in the New Year?
January 2028
Jan
8
10:30a
End Date
Jan
29
8:30a
End Date
December 2028
Dec
31
9:30p
End Date
Black Light Hike & Scavenger Hunt at Midnight!
Fort Parker State Park
Take a New Year’s hike at midnight with a Fort Parker State Park ranger! Visit the 1/2-mile Bur Oak Trail and see what you might with an awesome black light! Continue the New Year's fun with a "Riddle-Me-This" scavenger hunt by moonlight. Can you answer the riddles to ring in the New Year?
January 2029
Jan
27
8:30a
End Date
December 2029
Dec
31
9:30p
End Date
Black Light Hike & Scavenger Hunt at Midnight!
Fort Parker State Park
Take a New Year’s hike at midnight with a Fort Parker State Park ranger! Visit the 1/2-mile Bur Oak Trail and see what you might with an awesome black light! Continue the New Year's fun with a "Riddle-Me-This" scavenger hunt by moonlight. Can you answer the riddles to ring in the New Year?
January 2030
Jan
26
8:30a
End Date