Calendar of Events

All Events

October 2024

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 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

Coffee with a Ranger

Tyler State Park
Brew up a conversation with a ranger!
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

Butterfly Hike

Lockhart State Park
Join Ranger Lauren on a hunt for beautiful butterflies!
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

Guided Morning Hike

Purtis Creek State Park
Stay active and enjoy nature with this hike!
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

Meet The Longhorns

Copper Breaks State Park
Meet some of the official state longhorn herd!
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

Blaze Guardians: Mastering the Fire

Palo Duro Canyon State Park
Wood, Fire, and S'mores, OH MY!
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

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

Changing of the Seasons

Tyler State Park
Goodbye Summer...Hello Autumn!
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

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

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.
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

Dutch Oven 101

Cleburne State Park
Are you interested in learning the art of Dutch oven cooking?
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

CCC History and Hike

Cleburne State Park
Join the Texas Master Naturalist for a fun and interactive history table about Cleburne State Park!
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

Pollinator BioBlitz

Lake Arrowhead State Park
Help us count butterflies and flowers in the park!
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

Predators of the Pines - Guided Hike

Bastrop State Park
Join a Texas Master Naturalist to discover what creatures are roaming through the Lost Pines!
Oct 19
10:00a
End Date

Wilderness Hike

Abilene State Park
Take a hike on the unbeaten paths around Lake Abilene.
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

Reptiles with a Ranger

Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to meet some of our native reptiles!
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

Junior Ranger Academy

Pedernales Falls State Park
Earn your Junior Ranger badge!
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

Nature Center Open Hours

Stephen F. Austin State Park
Dive into nature at the Nature Center!
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

Meet The Longhorns

Copper Breaks State Park
Meet some of the official state longhorn herd!
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

Watercolor

South Llano River State Park
Join a ranger and enjoy some watercolors.
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

BARK-oween

San Angelo State Park
Strut and show off you and your pet's Halloween costume!
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

Goin' Batty

Caprock Canyons State Park & Trailway
Go "batty" with us while learning all about bats!
Oct 19
3:00p
End Date

Build-A-Bug Workshop

Lake Corpus Christi State Park
Join the creepy-crawly critter craze!
Oct 19
3:00p
End Date

Art in the Park

Purtis Creek State Park
Enjoy nature and unleash your creativity!
Oct 19
3:30p
End Date

Archery in the Park

Copper Breaks State Park
Learn how to shoot a bow and arrow!
Oct 19
4:00p
End Date

Halloween Funfest

Daingerfield State Park
Join us for our annual Halloween Funfest!
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

Sunset Storytime

Dinosaur Valley State Park
Join us for a Halloween themed Storytime!
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

Moth Madness

Lake Corpus Christi State Park
Let's go mothing!
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

Coffee with Host Don

Dinosaur Valley State Park
Grab a cup of joe and chat with Host Don.
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

Women's Hike

San Angelo State Park
Explore the trails of San Angelo!
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

Junior Ranger Academy

Dinosaur Valley State Park
Learn to think like a real park ranger!
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

Nature Center Open Hours

Stephen F. Austin State Park
Dive into nature at the Nature Center!
Oct 20
1:00p
End Date

Nature Hike

San Angelo State Park
Explore what plants and animals call San Angelo home!
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

TX Pollinator BioBlitz

Purtis Creek State Park
Come learn about iNaturalist and explore nature!
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

Meet The Longhorns

Copper Breaks State Park
Meet some of the official state longhorn herd!
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

Eight-legged freaks!

Tyler State Park
Appreciate our eight-legged friends in a new light.
Oct 25
3:30p
End Date

Roping with a Ranger

Copper Breaks State Park
Learn to rope a steer at Copper Breaks State Park!
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

Little Rangers: Spider Web Wonders

Lake Corpus Christi State Park
Come spin a web with us!
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

Boo in the Park Trick or Treat

Bonham State Park
Come out for Trick or Treating in the park!!
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

Astronomy 101

Pedernales Falls State Park
Learn how to navigate the stars!
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

Moth Mania

Falcon State Park
Step into the nocturnal arena as moths take the spotlight!
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

Night at the Boo-seum

Balmorhea State Park
Bring a flashlight and meet the ghouls of the pool!
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.
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

Texas Bats

Bonham State Park
Learn about our flying furry friends at Bonham State Park.
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

Fishing 101

Cedar Hill State Park
Come learn how to fish at Cedar Hill State Park!
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

River Bugs, Oh My!

Guadalupe River State Park
Join us as we discover what lives in the river!
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

Nature Center Open Hours

Stephen F. Austin State Park
Dive into nature at the Nature Center!
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

Meet The Longhorns

Copper Breaks State Park
Meet some of the official state longhorn herd!
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

Design-a-Dino!

Dinosaur Valley State Park
Let's get creative and learn to draw a dinosaur!
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

Goin' Batty

Caprock Canyons State Park & Trailway
Go "batty" with us while learning all about bats!
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

Decorate a Bird Feeder

Lake Corpus Christi State Park
Birds + Crafts = Happiness
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

Feeders for the Birds

Lockhart State Park
Let's make bird feeders for our feathered friends!
Oct 26
3:00p
End Date

Trunk or Treat

Lake Brownwood State Park
Join us for a family-friendly trick or treating event!
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

Spooky Species

Pedernales Falls State Park
Make your own spooky mask for trick-or-treating!
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

Watercolor Wonders

Lake Corpus Christi State Park
Enjoy the outdoors by painting it!
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

Spooky Stories with a Ranger

Tyler State Park
Come prepared for a scare!
Oct 26
5:00p
End Date

Trick-or-Treat in the Park!

Cleburne State Park
Come join us for Trick-or-Treat in the Park!
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

Paint with a Ranger

Dinosaur Valley State Park
Join a ranger to create a masterpiece!
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

Costume Contest!

Tyler State Park
Put your creativity to the test!
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

Halloween in the Park

Abilene State Park
Safe trick-or-treating in the park.
Oct 26
6:00p
End Date

Parktober Trick or Treat

Tyler State Park
Trick or Treat through the park!
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

Moth Madness

Lake Corpus Christi State Park
Let's go mothing!
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

Mothing to See Here

Pedernales Falls State Park
Have you ever closely looked at moths?
Oct 26
8:00p
End Date

Star Party

Dinosaur Valley State Park
Celebrate the night sky and learn from real astronomers!
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

Coffee with Host Don

Dinosaur Valley State Park
Grab a cup of joe and chat with Host Don.
Oct 27
8:30a
End Date

Wildscape Workday

Sheldon Lake State Park & Environmental Learning Center
Green thumb anyone?
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

Intro to Fly Fishing

Lockhart State Park
Learn the basics of fly fishing in this fun class!
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

Nature Center Open Hours

Stephen F. Austin State Park
Dive into nature at the Nature Center!
Oct 27
12:00p
End Date

Archery in the Park

Guadalupe River State Park
Learn how to shoot a bow and arrow!
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

Mexia Blackcat Boo Bash

Mexia, TX -
Trunk 'r' Treat in downtown Mexia!
Oct 31
6:00p
End Date

Trunk or Treat

Purtis Creek State Park
Join us to trick or treat with the community!
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

Spooky Stories with a Ranger

Tyler State Park
Come prepared for a scare!
Oct 31
7:45p
End Date

Astronomy with Buddy!

South Llano River State Park
Come by for a quick look at the stars!
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

Night Hike

Lake Livingston State Park
Night Hike For Wildlife!

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

Coffee with a Ranger

Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
Have questions, will drink coffee.
Nov 1
12:00p
End Date

ONLINE PROGRAM | Fun Facts: Catclaw Acacia

Facebook/WylerAerialTramwayStatePark
Wonder who this plant got it name?
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

Meet The Longhorns

Copper Breaks State Park
Meet some of the official state longhorn herd!
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

Lake Hike

Abilene State Park
Get outside, get fit!
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

Winter Birding

Galveston Island State Park
Owl bet it will be a hoot!
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

Coffee with a Ranger

Tyler State Park
Brew up a conversation with a ranger!
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.
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

Fire Through Our Forest - Guided Hike

Bastrop State Park
Fire in the woods is natural and necessary find out how and why on this guided hike.
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
10:00a
End Date

Trail Mix: Edible Plants - Guided Hike

Buescher State Park
Hit the trails with a Lost Pines Master Naturalist on a fun guided hike!
Nov 2
10:30a
End Date

Reptiles with a Ranger

Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to meet some of our native reptiles!
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

Pokémon Safari Hike

Lockhart State Park
Join us to catch some real-life Pokémon on this fun hike!
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

Meet The Longhorns

Copper Breaks State Park
Meet some of the official state longhorn herd!
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

Guided Hike

Martin Dies, Jr. State Park
Join us for a guided hike along the beautiful Island Trail
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! SORRY, THIS EVENT HAS BEEN CANCELLED FOR 11/02.
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

Stories in the Stars

Pedernales Falls State Park
What Stories do the Stars Tell?
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

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
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
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

Meet The Longhorns

Copper Breaks State Park
Meet some of the official state longhorn herd!
Nov 8
7:00p
End Date

Night Sky

Bonham State Park
Night sky viewing
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.
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

Intro to Archery

Lockhart State Park
Learn how to shoot like Robin Hood or Katniss Everdeen!
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

Meet The Longhorns

Copper Breaks State Park
Meet some of the official state longhorn herd!
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

Astronomy 101

Pedernales Falls State Park
Learn how to navigate the stars!
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

Coffee with a Ranger

Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
Have questions, will drink coffee.
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

Meet The Longhorns

Copper Breaks State Park
Meet some of the official state longhorn herd!
Nov 15
6:00p
End Date

Full Moon Hike

Pedernales Falls State Park
Hike along the river under the light of the full moon!
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

Winter Birding

Galveston Island State Park
Owl bet it will be a hoot!
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

Fishing with a Ranger

Pedernales Falls State Park
Good ole fishing down at the river.
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

Dutch Oven 101

Bonham State Park
Introduction to cooking with a Dutch oven.
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

Trail Mix: Edible Plants - Guided Hike

Bastrop State Park
Join a Lost Pines Master Naturalist for an adventure on the trails!
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
10:00a
End Date

Predators of the Pines - Guided Hike

Buescher State Park
Hit the trails with a Texas Master Naturalist and learn about survival characteristics of the wild!
Nov 16
10:30a
End Date

Reptiles with a Ranger

Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to meet some of our native reptiles!
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

Intro to Fly Fishing

Lockhart State Park
Learn the basics of fly fishing in this fun class!
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

Meet The Longhorns

Copper Breaks State Park
Meet some of the official state longhorn herd!
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

Night Hike

Abilene State Park
Join a ranger for an after-hours night hike!
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

Archery in the Park

Guadalupe River State Park
Learn how to shoot a bow and arrow!
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

Meet The Longhorns

Copper Breaks State Park
Meet some of the official state longhorn herd!
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

Stories in the Stars

Pedernales Falls State Park
What Stories do the Stars Tell?
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.
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

Meet The Longhorns

Copper Breaks State Park
Meet some of the official state longhorn herd!
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

Star Party

Dinosaur Valley State Park
Celebrate the night sky and learn from real astronomers!
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

Little Rangers: Terrific Turkeys

Lake Corpus Christi State Park
Gobble, gobble!
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

Opt Outside Hike

Galveston Island State Park
Tell the crowds to TAKE A HIKE!
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

Gobble Wobble!

Purtis Creek State Park
Join a ranger to walk off that Thanksgiving dinner!
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

Meet The Longhorns

Copper Breaks State Park
Meet some of the official state longhorn herd!
Nov 29
2:00p
End Date

Guided Hike

Martin Dies, Jr. State Park
Join us for a guided hike along the beautiful Island Trail
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

Opt Outside Hike

Lake Corpus Christi State Park
Head outdoors instead of in stores!
Nov 30
9:00a
End Date

Winter Birding

Galveston Island State Park
Owl bet it will be a hoot!
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

Atlatl: Ancient Spear Throwing

Guadalupe River State Park
Come learn how to throw an ancient spear!
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

Reptiles with a Ranger

Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to meet some of our native reptiles!
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

Meet The Longhorns

Copper Breaks State Park
Meet some of the official state longhorn herd!
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

Meet The Longhorns

Copper Breaks State Park
Meet some of the official state longhorn herd!
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

Lake Hike

Abilene State Park
Get outside, get fit!
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.
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

Fire Through Our Forest - Guided Hike

Bastrop State Park
Fire in the woods is natural and necessary find out how and why on this guided hike.
Dec 7
10:00a
End Date

Trail Mix: Edible Plants - Guided Hike

Buescher State Park
Hit the trails with a Lost Pines Master Naturalist on a fun guided hike!
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

Marvelous Mammals Hike

Lockhart State Park
Meet the mammals of Lockhart State Park!
Dec 7
10:00a
End Date

Storytime and Craft: Winter

Guadalupe River State Park
Join us for storytime and a take-home craft.
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

Meet The Longhorns

Copper Breaks State Park
Meet some of the official state longhorn herd!
Dec 7
2:00p
End Date

Christmas at the Ranch

South Llano River State Park
Come enjoy some Christmas Cheer!
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

Astronomy 101

Pedernales Falls State Park
Learn how to navigate the stars!
Dec 7
6:00p
End Date

Christmas in the Park

Lake Arrowhead State Park
Join us for an evening of Christmas cheer
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

Coffee with a Ranger

Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
Have questions, will drink coffee.
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

Meet The Longhorns

Copper Breaks State Park
Meet some of the official state longhorn herd!
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

Winter Birding

Galveston Island State Park
Owl bet it will be a hoot!
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.
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

Reptiles with a Ranger

Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to meet some of our native reptiles!
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

Meet The Longhorns

Copper Breaks State Park
Meet some of the official state longhorn herd!
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
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

Fa La La in the Forest

Abilene State Park
See the dazzling Christmas light at Abilene State Park!
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

Coffee with a Ranger

Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
Have questions, will drink coffee.
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.
Dec 21
10:00a
End Date

Fire Through Our Forest - Guided Hike

Bastrop State Park
Fire in the woods is natural and necessary find out how and why on this guided hike.
Dec 21
10:00a
End Date

Predators of the Pines - Guided Hike

Buescher State Park
Hit the trails with a Texas Master Naturalist and learn about survival characteristics of the wild!
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

Christmas in the Park

Devils River State Natural Area
Come enjoy Christmas Dutch oven cooking!
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

Star Party

Dinosaur Valley State Park
Celebrate the night sky and learn from real astronomers!
Dec 21
8:00p
End Date

Night Hike

Abilene State Park
Join a ranger for an after-hours night hike!
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

Winter Birding

Galveston Island State Park
Owl bet it will be a hoot!
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

Cooking on the Dance Floor

Abilene State Park
Learn to cook the old fashioned way!
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.
Dec 28
10:30a
End Date

Reptiles with a Ranger

Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to meet some of our native reptiles!
Dec 28
12:00p
End Date

Set in Stone

Pedernales Falls State Park
The geology of Pedernales Falls
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! SORRY, THIS EVENT HAS BEEN CANCELLED FOR 11/02.
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

Archery in the Park

Guadalupe River State Park
Learn how to shoot a bow and arrow!
Dec 31
4:30p
End Date

Last Day Hike

Pedernales Falls State Park
Lets watch the last sunset of 2024!
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.
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

Winter Birding

Galveston Island State Park
Owl bet it will be a hoot!
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.
Jan 11
10:30a
End Date

Reptiles with a Ranger

Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to meet some of our native reptiles!
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.
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

Night Hike

Abilene State Park
Join a ranger for an after-hours night hike!
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

Kid Fish

Fort Parker State Park
Fish for rainbow trout at Lake Springfield!
Jan 25
10:30a
End Date

Reptiles with a Ranger

Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to meet some of our native reptiles!
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

Reptiles with a Ranger

Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to meet some of our native reptiles!
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
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.
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

Night Hike

Abilene State Park
Join a ranger for an after-hours night hike!
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

Reptiles with a Ranger

Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to meet some of our native reptiles!
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

Reptiles with a Ranger

Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to meet some of our native reptiles!
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
10:00a
End Date

Monarch and Friends Pollinator Fiesta

Guadalupe River State Park
Join us as we celebrate monarchs and all pollinators!
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

Night Hike

Abilene State Park
Join a ranger for an after-hours night hike!
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

Reptiles with a Ranger

Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to meet some of our native reptiles!
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

Reptiles with a Ranger

Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to meet some of our native reptiles!
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
9:00a
End Date

The Wonder of Texas' Native Plants

Government Canyon State Natural Area
Take a plant walk to discover the diverse native wildflowers, trees, and shrubs of Bexar County.
Apr 19
10:30a
End Date

Reptiles with a Ranger

Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to meet some of our native reptiles!
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

Reptiles with a Ranger

Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to meet some of our native reptiles!
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

Reptiles with a Ranger

Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to meet some of our native reptiles!
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

Reptiles with a Ranger

Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to meet some of our native reptiles!

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

Reptiles with a Ranger

Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to meet some of our native reptiles!
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
9:00a
End Date

The Wonder of Texas' Native Plants

Government Canyon State Natural Area
Take a plant walk to discover the diverse native wildflowers, trees, and shrubs of Bexar County.
Jun 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

Reptiles with a Ranger

Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to meet some of our native reptiles!

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

Reptiles with a Ranger

Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to meet some of our native reptiles!
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

Reptiles with a Ranger

Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to meet some of our native reptiles!

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

Reptiles with a Ranger

Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to meet some of our native reptiles!
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
9:00a
End Date

The Wonder of Texas' Native Plants

Government Canyon State Natural Area
Take a plant walk to discover the diverse native wildflowers, trees, and shrubs of Bexar County.
Aug 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

Reptiles with a Ranger

Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to meet some of our native reptiles!
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

Reptiles with a Ranger

Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to meet some of our native reptiles!
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

Reptiles with a Ranger

Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to meet some of our native reptiles!
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

Reptiles with a Ranger

Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to meet some of our native reptiles!
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
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 18
10:30a
End Date

Reptiles with a Ranger

Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to meet some of our native reptiles!
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

Reptiles with a Ranger

Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to meet some of our native reptiles!
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

Reptiles with a Ranger

Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to meet some of our native reptiles!
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

Reptiles with a Ranger

Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to meet some of our native reptiles!

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

Reptiles with a Ranger

Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to meet some of our native reptiles!
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
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 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

Reptiles with a Ranger

Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to meet some of our native reptiles!
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

Reptiles with a Ranger

Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to meet some of our native reptiles!
Jan 17
9:00a
End Date

The Wonder of Texas' Native Plants

Government Canyon State Natural Area
Take a plant walk to discover the diverse native wildflowers, trees, and shrubs of Bexar County.
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

Reptiles with a Ranger

Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to meet some of our native reptiles!
Jan 31
8:30a
End Date

Kid Fish

Fort Parker State Park
Fish for rainbow trout at Lake Springfield!
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

Reptiles with a Ranger

Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to meet some of our native reptiles!
Feb 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.
Feb 21
10:30a
End Date

Reptiles with a Ranger

Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to meet some of our native reptiles!

March 2026

Mar 7
10:30a
End Date

Reptiles with a Ranger

Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to meet some of our native reptiles!
Mar 21
10:30a
End Date

Reptiles with a Ranger

Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to meet some of our native reptiles!

April 2026

Apr 4
10:30a
End Date

Reptiles with a Ranger

Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to meet some of our native reptiles!
Apr 18
10:30a
End Date

Reptiles with a Ranger

Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to meet some of our native reptiles!

May 2026

May 2
10:30a
End Date

Reptiles with a Ranger

Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to meet some of our native reptiles!
May 16
10:30a
End Date

Reptiles with a Ranger

Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to meet some of our native reptiles!
May 30
10:30a
End Date

Reptiles with a Ranger

Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to meet some of our native reptiles!

June 2026

Jun 13
10:30a
End Date

Reptiles with a Ranger

Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to meet some of our native reptiles!
Jun 27
10:30a
End Date

Reptiles with a Ranger

Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to meet some of our native reptiles!

July 2026

Jul 11
10:30a
End Date

Reptiles with a Ranger

Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to meet some of our native reptiles!
Jul 25
10:30a
End Date

Reptiles with a Ranger

Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to meet some of our native reptiles!

August 2026

Aug 8
10:30a
End Date

Reptiles with a Ranger

Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to meet some of our native reptiles!
Aug 22
10:30a
End Date

Reptiles with a Ranger

Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to meet some of our native reptiles!

September 2026

Sep 5
10:30a
End Date

Reptiles with a Ranger

Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to meet some of our native reptiles!
Sep 19
10:30a
End Date

Reptiles with a Ranger

Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to meet some of our native reptiles!

October 2026

Oct 3
10:30a
End Date

Reptiles with a Ranger

Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to meet some of our native reptiles!
Oct 17
10:30a
End Date

Reptiles with a Ranger

Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to meet some of our native reptiles!
Oct 31
10:30a
End Date

Reptiles with a Ranger

Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to meet some of our native reptiles!

November 2026

Nov 14
10:30a
End Date

Reptiles with a Ranger

Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to meet some of our native reptiles!
Nov 28
10:30a
End Date

Reptiles with a Ranger

Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to meet some of our native reptiles!

December 2026

Dec 12
10:30a
End Date

Reptiles with a Ranger

Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to meet some of our native reptiles!
Dec 26
10:30a
End Date

Reptiles with a Ranger

Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to meet some of our native reptiles!
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

Reptiles with a Ranger

Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to meet some of our native reptiles!
Jan 23
10:30a
End Date

Reptiles with a Ranger

Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to meet some of our native reptiles!
Jan 30
8:30a
End Date

Kid Fish

Fort Parker State Park
Fish for rainbow trout at Lake Springfield!

February 2027

Feb 6
10:30a
End Date

Reptiles with a Ranger

Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to meet some of our native reptiles!
Feb 20
10:30a
End Date

Reptiles with a Ranger

Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to meet some of our native reptiles!

March 2027

Mar 6
10:30a
End Date

Reptiles with a Ranger

Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to meet some of our native reptiles!
Mar 20
10:30a
End Date

Reptiles with a Ranger

Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to meet some of our native reptiles!

April 2027

Apr 3
10:30a
End Date

Reptiles with a Ranger

Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to meet some of our native reptiles!
Apr 17
10:30a
End Date

Reptiles with a Ranger

Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to meet some of our native reptiles!

May 2027

May 1
10:30a
End Date

Reptiles with a Ranger

Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to meet some of our native reptiles!
May 15
10:30a
End Date

Reptiles with a Ranger

Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to meet some of our native reptiles!
May 29
10:30a
End Date

Reptiles with a Ranger

Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to meet some of our native reptiles!

June 2027

Jun 12
10:30a
End Date

Reptiles with a Ranger

Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to meet some of our native reptiles!
Jun 26
10:30a
End Date

Reptiles with a Ranger

Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to meet some of our native reptiles!

July 2027

Jul 10
10:30a
End Date

Reptiles with a Ranger

Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to meet some of our native reptiles!
Jul 24
10:30a
End Date

Reptiles with a Ranger

Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to meet some of our native reptiles!

August 2027

Aug 7
10:30a
End Date

Reptiles with a Ranger

Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to meet some of our native reptiles!
Aug 21
10:30a
End Date

Reptiles with a Ranger

Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to meet some of our native reptiles!

September 2027

Sep 4
10:30a
End Date

Reptiles with a Ranger

Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to meet some of our native reptiles!
Sep 18
10:30a
End Date

Reptiles with a Ranger

Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to meet some of our native reptiles!

October 2027

Oct 2
10:30a
End Date

Reptiles with a Ranger

Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to meet some of our native reptiles!
Oct 16
10:30a
End Date

Reptiles with a Ranger

Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to meet some of our native reptiles!
Oct 30
10:30a
End Date

Reptiles with a Ranger

Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to meet some of our native reptiles!

November 2027

Nov 13
10:30a
End Date

Reptiles with a Ranger

Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to meet some of our native reptiles!
Nov 27
10:30a
End Date

Reptiles with a Ranger

Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to meet some of our native reptiles!

December 2027

Dec 11
10:30a
End Date

Reptiles with a Ranger

Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to meet some of our native reptiles!
Dec 25
10:30a
End Date

Reptiles with a Ranger

Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to meet some of our native reptiles!
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

Reptiles with a Ranger

Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to meet some of our native reptiles!
Jan 29
8:30a
End Date

Kid Fish

Fort Parker State Park
Fish for rainbow trout at Lake Springfield!

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

Kid Fish

Fort Parker State Park
Fish for rainbow trout at Lake Springfield!

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

Kid Fish

Fort Parker State Park
Fish for rainbow trout at Lake Springfield!