Calendar of Events

All Events

July 2025

Jul 4
8:00a
End Date

Fast Cache - Geocaching in the Park

Fort Boggy State Park
Adventure awaits! Five hidden treasures in the park for a limited time.
Jul 4
8:15a
End Date

Scavenger Hunt - Independence Day

Choke Canyon State Park - Calliham Unit
The second annual self-guided, parkwide scavenger hunt begins! Great for families, hikers, drivers and campers alike.
Jul 4
8:30a
End Date

4th of July - Coffee with a Ranger

Purtis Creek State Park
Coffee, donuts, and rangers! Oh my!
Jul 4
8:30a
End Date

"I Spy" All Things Red, White & Blue Hunt

Lake Whitney State Park
Come discover all that is red, white, and blue all around Lake Whitney State Park—then enjoy a sweet treat for your patriotic spotting skills!
Jul 4
9:00a
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 4
9:00a
End Date

Introduction to Fishing

Choke Canyon State Park - Calliham Unit
Kids and grownups can fish together this summer off the bank of Choke Canyon State Park! Poles are provided. No fishing license is needed.
Jul 4
9:00a
End Date

Fishing on the Fourth

Lockhart State Park
Come fish with us this 4th of July! All ages and abilities welcome. Drop in any time between 9-11am.
Jul 4
9:00a
End Date

Guided hike with a Ranger

Inks Lake State Park
Join a ranger on a hike to the Devil's Waterhole!
Jul 4
9:00a
End Date

Junction Farmers Market Booth

South Llano River State Park
Celebrate the Fourth of July with us at the Junction Area Farmers Market and watch the local Fourth of July parade!
Jul 4
9:00a
End Date

Skins and Skulls

Martin Creek Lake State Park
Learn about native animal adaptations in a hands-on program.
Jul 4
9:00a
End Date

Red, White and Blue Scavenger Hunt

Eisenhower State Park
Explore the park and find our patriotic colors in nature with this self guided scavenger hunt.
Jul 4
9:45a
End Date

4th of July Campground Parade!

Guadalupe River State Park
Bring your family, friendly and leashed dog, and/or yourself and join us in a 4th of July patriotic parade!
Jul 4
10:00a
End Date

Sensory Stroll

Cooper Lake State Park - Doctors Creek Unit
Join a Ranger for a slow, family-friendly hike to experience nature through your five senses!
Jul 4
10:00a
End Date

Our Daytime Sky

Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley State Park
Astronomy is not just for night owls! Join us and discover some of the unique features of the daytime sky and the science behind them.
Jul 4
10:00a
End Date

Red, White, and Blue-gill

Bastrop State Park
Make a red, white and blue fish print for the 4th of July.
Jul 4
10:00a
End Date

Junior Ranger Academy

Goose Island State Park
Want to become the next junior ranger? We'll help!
Jul 4
10:00a
End Date

Historical Games

Cedar Hill State Park
Try out some games from over a century ago!
Jul 4
10:00a
End Date

Staring at the Sun (Safely)

Pedernales Falls State Park
Using special equipment, we'll look for sunspots, solar flares, and talk about our closest star!
Jul 4
10:00a
End Date

Art in the Park

Cooper Lake State Park - South Sulphur Unit
Let loose your inner artist. All art supplies are provided.
Jul 4
10:15a
End Date

4th of July - Fishing with a Ranger

Purtis Creek State Park
Join a ranger for some fishin'!
Jul 4
10:30a
End Date

Butterfly and Dragonfly Tours

Estero Llano Grande State Park
Join us on a ranger-led tour for all ages and experience levels through the park noting these beautiful insects, some found nowhere else but in South Texas. This tour is for YOU!
Jul 4
11:00a
End Date

Junior Ranger Course

Lake Tawakoni State Park
Earn your Junior Ranger badge with the assistance of a park ranger!
Jul 4
12:00p
End Date

Stars, Stripes & Snow Cones

Guadalupe River State Park
Come chill out with us this Independence Day!
Jul 4
12:00p
End Date

ONLINE PROGRAM | Fun Facts: Skeleton-leaf Goldeneye

Facebook/WylerAerialTramwayStatePark
Let's talk about the least pickiest plant in our desert?
Jul 4
1:00p
End Date

Art in the Park

Choke Canyon State Park - Calliham Unit
Families are welcome to paint and draw the nature around them.
Jul 4
2:00p
End Date

Fort Davis Tales

Davis Mountains State Park
Come hear stories about the colorful characters and events which shaped the development of the coolest town in Texas (and highest county seat).
Jul 4
2:00p
End Date

Meet The Longhorns

Copper Breaks State Park
Meet some of the official state longhorn herd!
Jul 4
2:00p
End Date

Firecracker Craft and Palo Duro’s Birthday!

Palo Duro Canyon State Park
We’re celebrating two birthdays—the United States and Palo Duro Canyon State Park, opened in 1934!
Jul 4
2:00p
End Date

Goose Island Tram Tour (Registration Required)

Goose Island State Park
Explore the park history from the comfort of our electric tram.
Jul 4
2:00p
End Date

Colors of the Wind Watercolor

Lockhart State Park
Paint with all the colors of the wind at Lockhart State Park!
Jul 4
2:00p
End Date

Skins & Skulls

Lake Tawakoni State Park
Come discover some of the amazing creatures found here at the park and have a chance to interact with real skins and skulls!
Jul 4
2:00p
End Date

Nocturnal Critters Mask Making

Buescher State Park
Listen to a story about a cool critter of the night and then decorate a critter mask.
Jul 4
2:00p
End Date

Guided Kayak Tour to the Devil's Waterhole

Inks Lake State Park
Learn kayaking basics then join park Rangers for fun kayak trip.
Jul 4
2:00p
End Date

Bison Day!

Caprock Canyons State Park & Trailway
Happy 4th of July!
Jul 4
2:00p
End Date

Let Freedom Bloom: Seed Packet Decorating

Eisenhower State Park
Celebrate through living symbols of freedom!
Jul 4
3:00p
End Date

Shell and Tell

Mustang Island State Park
Get hands on with coastal curiosities and the shells of creatures that help shape our shores and society!
Jul 4
3:30p
End Date

4th of July Bike Parade

Purtis Creek State Park
Decorate your bike and help us put on a parade around the camp loop!
Jul 4
3:30p
End Date

Ranger Hike: A Walk Through Time

Copper Breaks State Park
Join a ranger for a hike and see some of the oldest features at Copper Breaks!
Jul 4
4:00p
End Date

Indian Lodge Tour

Davis Mountains State Park
Discover the history behind the ONLY hotel in the Texas State Park system.
Jul 4
4:00p
End Date

Make a Badge

Fort Richardson State Park & Historic Site / Lost Creek Reservoir State Trailway
Draw it. Decorate it. Rock it. Your ranger badge adventure starts here!
Jul 4
7:00p
End Date

Clarity Tunnel Bat Tours

Caprock Canyons State Park & Trailway
Come along for the ride on our trailway with a ranger!
Jul 4
7:30p
End Date

🌅 Golden Hour Bird Walk

Galveston Island State Park
Explore the wonderful world of birds without the need for an alarm clock!
Jul 4
8:00p
End Date

Spot the Nature Myth

Lake Mineral Wells State Park & Trailway
Is the Daddy Longleg REALLY the most venomous spider in the world?
Jul 4
8:00p
End Date

America's Wonders (Fourth of July Event)

Caddo Lake State Park
Experience America's night time wonders during multiple evening activities!
Jul 4
9:00p
End Date

Scorpion Scavenger Hunt

Fort Richardson State Park & Historic Site / Lost Creek Reservoir State Trailway
Join us for a scorpion scavenger hunt!
Jul 5
7:30a
End Date

Lantern-lit Mine Tour

Franklin Mountains State Park
Step back in time and explore the copper prospecting mine by lantern light.
Jul 5
8:00a
End Date

Women's Hike

Palo Duro Canyon State Park
Join us for a Women’s Hike through beautiful Palo Duro Canyon.
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
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.
Jul 5
8:30a
End Date

Saturday Honey Creek Guided Walk

Honey Creek State Natural Area
Experience the natural and cultural history of Honey Creek!
Jul 5
8:30a
End Date

Hike with a Ranger

Lake Tawakoni State Park
Walk along the shores of Lake Tawakoni with a Ranger!
Jul 5
8:30a
End Date

Coffee and Birds

McKinney Falls State Park
Enjoy your morning coffee with a side of bird watching!
Jul 5
8:30a
End Date

Guided Summit Hike

Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
Join a ranger or volunteer for a morning hike on our most popular trail.
Jul 5
9:00a
End Date

Lake Hike

Abilene State Park
Get outside, get fit!
Jul 5
9:00a
End Date

Dutch Oven Cooking

Daingerfield State Park
Interested in learning to cook in a Dutch oven over a campfire? Daingerfield State Park is the place to be!
Jul 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!
Jul 5
9:00a
End Date

Storybook Stroll

Dinosaur Valley State Park
Take a stroll through a story, where every step brings a new adventure to life!
Jul 5
9:00a
End Date

Red, White and Blue Scavenger Hunt

Eisenhower State Park
Explore the park and find our patriotic colors in nature with this self guided scavenger hunt.
Jul 5
9:00a
End Date

Pokémon Safari Hike

Lockhart State Park
Join us to catch some real-life Pokémon on this fun hike!
Jul 5
9:00a
End Date

Prehistoric Hunting - The Atlatl

Pedernales Falls State Park
How well can you use ancient technology to survive?
Jul 5
9:00a
End Date

Trap Ball

Cooper Lake State Park - South Sulphur Unit
Baseball anyone?
Jul 5
9:00a
End Date

Fishing 101

Cedar Hill State Park
Come learn how to fish at Cedar Hill State Park!
Jul 5
9:00a
End Date

Red, White and Bluegill Family Fishing Event

Huntsville State Park
Join Fishings Future and Huntsville State Park for patriotic family fishing fun.
Jul 5
9:00a
End Date

Bison Grocery Store

Caprock Canyons State Park & Trailway
This isn't your ordinary grocery store...
Jul 5
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.
Jul 5
9:15a
End Date

Guided Hike to Sunburst Shelter

Devils River State Natural Area - Dan A. Hughes Unit
Come on a guide hike to the past! Learn about the rock art at Sunburst Shelter.
Jul 5
9:30a
End Date

Wildflower Walk

Lake Brownwood State Park
Join us to learn about flowers in bloom and other plants in the park!
Jul 5
10:00a
End Date

Microscopic Water Bugs

Choke Canyon State Park - Calliham Unit
What's in the lake water? Let's find out!
Jul 5
10:00a
End Date

Coffee with a Ranger

Bonham State Park
Do you have any questions about the park? Stop by and ask away.
Jul 5
10:00a
End Date

Tide Talk and Walk

Mustang Island State Park
Join a Ranger on a morning stroll along the beach! Learn about barrier island ecology & see what sorts of animals we can spot along the way!
Jul 5
10:00a
End Date

Animals of the Park Discovery Table

Lockhart State Park
Stop by Park HQ to test your nature knowledge! Drop in any time between 10am-2pm.
Jul 5
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?
Jul 5
10:00a
End Date

All About Us: a Guided Hike

Brazos Bend State Park
Join us to experience the park, like it's your first time, on our Creekfield Lake Trail.
Jul 5
10:00a
End Date

Welcome to the Lost Pines

Bastrop State Park
Join a ranger on a 1 mile guided hike through the Lost Pines!
Jul 5
10:00a
End Date

Turkey Talk

South Llano River State Park
Join us to learn more about the bird Benjamin Franklin hoped would be the national bird - the Wild Turkey!
Jul 5
10:00a
End Date

Birding For Beginners

Copper Breaks State Park
Learn what it takes to be a birder and gain firsthand experience!
Jul 5
10:00a
End Date

Village Slough - Discovery Hike

Village Creek State Park
Let's see what's out on the trails at Village Creek State Park! Join a Ranger on this guided hike and explore some of the curiosities of nature. You never know what you might discover!
Jul 5
10:00a
End Date

Binoculars 101

Inks Lake State Park
Learn how to properly use binoculars to view wildlife and the beautiful scenery of Inks Lake!
Jul 5
10:00a
End Date

Snack Shack for Birds

Fort Richardson State Park & Historic Site / Lost Creek Reservoir State Trailway
Curious about what birds like to eat?
Jul 5
10:00a
End Date

Prospect Mine Tour

Franklin Mountains State Park
Join us for a hike out to the copper prospecting mines.
Jul 5
10:00a
End Date

Cooking Ranger

Tyler State Park
Bold flavor, one pot — Dutch oven magic!
Jul 5
10:00a
End Date

Track Talk

Dinosaur Valley State Park
Gather round and hear the 113-million-year-old story of our dinosaur tracks!
Jul 5
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.
Jul 5
10:00a
End Date

Insect Inspection

Lake Casa Blanca International State Park
Test your detective skills and investigate what insects are around Lake Casa Blanca.
Jul 5
10:00a
End Date

Rice Family Log Home Tour

Mission Tejas State Park
Come experience the history of the Rice Family Log Home with the park interpreter!
Jul 5
10:00a
End Date

1st Saturday Nature Walk

Stephen F. Austin State Park
Explore the Wonders of the forest on a fun and informative guided hike.
Jul 5
10:30a
End Date

Seed Paper

Sheldon Lake State Park & Environmental Learning Center
Want to learn how to make your very own seed paper?
Jul 5
10:45a
End Date

Backyard Birding

Purtis Creek State Park
What's that chirp?
Jul 5
11:00a
End Date

Art in the Park!

Bonham State Park
Join a Ranger for a creative morning making nature-inspired postcards!
Jul 5
11:00a
End Date

Feeders for the Birds

Lockhart State Park
Let's make bird feeders for our feathered friends!
Jul 5
11:00a
End Date

Art in the Park - Dinosaurs!

Dinosaur Valley State Park
Let your creativity go wild as you color your own dinosaur!
Jul 5
11:15a
End Date

CCC Trail Hike

Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to learn about the Civilian Conservation Corps in our park!
Jul 5
12:00p
End Date

Tied Together: The Story about the Yucca and its Moth

Barton Warnock Visitor Center
A desert friendship like no other. Meet the flower and moth that can’t live without each other.
Jul 5
1:00p
End Date

Intro to Archery

Choke Canyon State Park - Calliham Unit
Come shoot some arrows! Equipment provided.
Jul 5
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!
Jul 5
1:00p
End Date

Critters of LCCSP

Lake Corpus Christi State Park
Learn about the wild animals of the park.
Jul 5
1:30p
End Date

Super Special Snakes!

Mission Tejas State Park
Although our snakes may get a bad rap, these shy, slithery serpents play important roles in our lives and the Texas ecosystem. Join our park interpreter for a presentation on the stories we tell about these important animals and design your own snake!
Jul 5
1:30p
End Date

Adaptation Investigations

Resaca de la Palma State Park
Investigate the clues animals leave behind with a ranger.
Jul 5
2:00p
End Date

Intro to Archery

Choke Canyon State Park - Calliham Unit
Come shoot some arrows! Equipment provided.
Jul 5
2:00p
End Date

Meet The Longhorns

Copper Breaks State Park
Meet some of the official state longhorn herd!
Jul 5
2:00p
End Date

Geocaching 101

Abilene State Park
Learn about Geocaching with a ranger!
Jul 5
2:00p
End Date

Lost Pines Wildlife - Skins and Skulls

Buescher State Park
Who goes bump in the night making sounds around your campsite after dark? Come find out!
Jul 5
2:00p
End Date

Turkey Time Crafts

South Llano River State Park
Creativity is for all ages! Celebrate a special bird with us through creativity and creation!
Jul 5
2:00p
End Date

Colors of the Park

Fort Richardson State Park & Historic Site / Lost Creek Reservoir State Trailway
Come pound some natural beauty into your artwork!
Jul 5
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!
Jul 5
2:00p
End Date

Weather Day

Tyler State Park
Harness the storm!
Jul 5
2:00p
End Date

Art in the Park

Lake Bob Sandlin State Park
Make memories of your park with art!
Jul 5
2:00p
End Date

Wildcraft

Lake Corpus Christi State Park
Make a craft to remember the park by!
Jul 5
2:00p
End Date

Roving Ranger Rex

Dinosaur Valley State Park
Stop by the Dino Models to ask Ranger Laney any of your questions about Dinosaur Valley, plus see what fun activities she has for you!
Jul 5
2:30p
End Date

Fishing with a Ranger

Goose Island State Park
Fish with a ranger and check out our 1620-foot pier!
Jul 5
2:30p
End Date

Decorate a Star Chart

Goose Island State Park
Make and decorate your very own map of the night sky!
Jul 5
3:00p
End Date

Skins and Skulls

Inks Lake State Park
Come discover some of the amazing creatures found here at the park and have a chance to interact with real skins and skulls!
Jul 5
3:30p
End Date

Atlatl: Prehistoric Spear Throwing

Copper Breaks State Park
Before the bow and arrow, there was the atlatl and dart. Join a park ranger to learn about this ancient hunting tool.
Jul 5
3:30p
End Date

Bugs and More!

Tyler State Park
How do bugs help us?
Jul 5
4:00p
End Date

Soar with the Eagles

Eisenhower State Park
Become one with our national bird!
Jul 5
6:30p
End Date

Music in the Park

Caprock Canyons State Park & Trailway
Folk and Country Music in the park!
Jul 5
7:00p
End Date

Marvel at the Moon

Blanco State Park
Come view the marvelous moon!
Jul 5
7:00p
End Date

CCC Dance and Celebration

Caddo Lake State Park
Step in to the 1930s and experience a classic dance tradition, exhibit, board games, and more!
Jul 5
8:00p
End Date

Let's Celebrate the Moon, Stars and Planets Together!

Lake Whitney State Park
Enjoy an evening in the park viewing all you can see in the galaxy by using star maps, a laser pointer and telescopes. Retired National Park Ranger and Astronomer Larry Smith will guide you through these astronomical wonders.
Jul 5
8:00p
End Date

Star Party with the San Antonio Astronomical Association

Guadalupe River State Park
Join us for stargazing and planet watching!
Jul 5
8:00p
End Date

Cowboy Campfire -Stories, Poetry and Songs

Lake Mineral Wells State Park & Trailway
Listening to Cowboy stories and learning about our cowboy heritage can be fun!”
Jul 5
8:30p
End Date

Creatures of the Night Hike

Lockhart State Park
Join us for a night hike to discover the critters that come out when the sun goes down!
Jul 5
9:00p
End Date

Star Party

Galveston Island State Park
Join us for a stellar astronomy program to witness a breathtaking view of the stars!✨ Bring your own chair or blanket!
Jul 5
9:00p
End Date

Freedom to Roam: Wildlife After Dark Hike

Eisenhower State Park
Let's go on a nighttime adventure!
Jul 5
9:00p
End Date

Over the Moon

San Angelo State Park
Look up! It's the moon!
Jul 6
7:30a
End Date

Women's Hike - Aztec Caves

Franklin Mountains State Park
What better way to celebrate mother's day then to explore the beautiful Chihuahuan Desert with other women, led by a female ranger or volunteer. Learn about best hiking practices and the unique desert ecosystems. This hike is open to women of all experience levels who are excited to spend more quality time outdoors.
Jul 6
8:30a
End Date

World Birding Center Birding Tours

Estero Llano Grande State Park
All ages and skill-levels are welcome on this two-hour tour of the park, finding as many species of birds as possible, especially the 30 that are termed Valley Specialties.
Jul 6
8:30a
End Date

Sunday Honey Creek Guided Walk

Honey Creek State Natural Area
Experience the natural and cultural history of Honey Creek!
Jul 6
9:00a
End Date

Storybook Stroll

Dinosaur Valley State Park
Take a stroll through a story, where every step brings a new adventure to life!
Jul 6
9:00a
End Date

Prairie on Fire: A Hike of New Growth

Galveston Island State Park
Experience Galveston Island’s wild side in a way few ever have!
Jul 6
9:00a
End Date

Birding with a Ranger

Lake Casa Blanca International State Park
Join a ranger and discover and learn about the great hobby of birding!
Jul 6
9:00a
End Date

Guided hike with a Ranger

Inks Lake State Park
Join a ranger on a hike to the Devil's Waterhole!
Jul 6
9:00a
End Date

Frog Pond Frolic

Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
Join a ranger for a short hike out to Frog Pond and explore some of the aquatic life of the park!
Jul 6
9:15a
End Date

Guided Hike to Sunburst Shelter

Devils River State Natural Area - Dan A. Hughes Unit
Come on a guide hike to the past! Learn about the rock art at Sunburst Shelter.
Jul 6
10:00a
End Date

All About Us: a Guided Hike

Brazos Bend State Park
Join us to experience the park, like it's your first time, on our Creekfield Lake Trail.
Jul 6
10:00a
End Date

Track Talk

Dinosaur Valley State Park
Gather round and hear the 113-million-year-old story of our dinosaur tracks!
Jul 6
10:00a
End Date

Art in the Park

Cooper Lake State Park - Doctors Creek Unit
Paint yourself into the great outdoors.
Jul 6
10:30a
End Date

Mysterious Macroinvertebrates

Sheldon Lake State Park & Environmental Learning Center
Bugs and crayfish and mollusks, oh my!
Jul 6
11:00a
End Date

Dinosaur Hunt

Dinosaur Valley State Park
Track down the dinosaurs that have gotten loose in Dinosaur Valley!
Jul 6
11:00a
End Date

Solar Powered Crafts

Mustang Island State Park
Come make arts and crafts using the power of the sun! Fun for all ages!
Jul 6
11:00a
End Date

The Amazing Sensory Powers of Butterflies

Brazos Bend State Park
Learn about how butterflies explore the world around them!
Jul 6
12:00p
End Date

Make a Tree ID

Inks Lake State Park
Learn about trees and make a simple tool to identify some of the common trees in the park
Jul 6
12:00p
End Date

Red, White, and Blue...gill!

Blanco State Park
Join a Ranger for some fourth of July weekend fishing!
Jul 6
1:00p
End Date

Sunday Open Castle

Lake Corpus Christi State Park
Look inside the historic CCC Refectory and ask the Park Ranger any questions you might have.
Jul 6
1:30p
End Date

Adaptation Investigations

Resaca de la Palma State Park
Investigate the clues animals leave behind with a ranger.
Jul 6
2:00p
End Date

Electric Tram Tour

Estero Llano Grande State Park
Join us on a narrated ranger-driven, two-hour tour of the park in a quiet electric tram. Reservations required: (956) 565-3919.
Jul 6
2:00p
End Date

Spectacular Snakes!

Brazos Bend State Park
Join us for a talk about our slithery friends, the snakes!
Jul 6
3:00p
End Date

Shell and Tell

Mustang Island State Park
Get hands on with coastal curiosities and the shells of creatures that help shape our shores and society!
Jul 6
5:00p
End Date

Fireworks at the Fisheries

Texas Freshwater Fisheries Center
After a long renovation and closure, the Texas Freshwater Fisheries Center will once again host one of the community’s favorite traditions, Fireworks at the Fisheries, on Sunday, July 6.
Jul 6
7:30p
End Date

Sunset Watercolor

Galveston Island State Park
Unleash your creative side and enjoy the island's best sunsets.
Jul 7
6:00p
End Date

Angler Education Instructor Training Workshop; Online, Two-part

Online
Become a TPWD Certified Angler Education Instructor
Jul 8
2:00p
End Date

Art in the Park

Garner State Park
Join a park volunteer outdoors at the park Visitor Center creating works of art!
Jul 8
6:00p
End Date

Angler Education Instructor Training Workshop; Online, Two-part

Online
Become a TPWD Certified Angler Education Instructor
Jul 8
6:00p
End Date

Texas State Parks Wildsam Texas Field Guide Release

Austin, TX - First Light Books
Celebrate the re-release of the Wildsam Texas Road Trips field guide with Texas State Parks!
Jul 9
9:00a
End Date

Animal Signs Bingo Hike

Lockhart State Park
Who pooped in the park? Join us to find out and play a fun game of bingo on the trails!
Jul 9
4:00p
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!
Jul 9
7:45p
End Date

Night Critter Crawl

Franklin Mountains State Park
Join the Franklin Mountains Rangers for an evening hike to explore the night life at Franklin Mountains State Park.
Jul 9
8:00p
End Date

July Full Moon Hike

Cedar Hill State Park
Join us for a Full Moon Hike under the July Buck Moon!
Jul 10
9:00a
End Date

Hike With Homeless Dogs

Davis Mountains State Park
Help a homeless dog have a great time on the trail!
Jul 10
10:00a
End Date

Tide Talk and Walk

Mustang Island State Park
Join a Ranger on a morning stroll along the beach! Learn about barrier island ecology & see what sorts of animals we can spot along the way!
Jul 10
12:00p
End Date

Reading with a Ranger

Fort Richardson State Park & Historic Site / Lost Creek Reservoir State Trailway
Snuggle up under the trees and enjoy a nature themed story with a Park Ranger!
Jul 10
2:00p
End Date

Electric Tram Tour

Estero Llano Grande State Park
Join us on a narrated ranger-driven, two-hour tour of the park in a quiet electric tram. Reservations required: (956) 565-3919.
Jul 10
8:00p
End Date

Full Moon Night Hike *Registration Required*

Guadalupe River State Park
Join us for a night hike under July's full moon!
Jul 10
8:00p
End Date

Watercolor at Sunset

Caprock Canyons State Park & Trailway
Cool off in the evening with some art!
Jul 10
8:15p
End Date

Moonlight Paddle

Martin Creek Lake State Park
A night-time paddling adventure
Jul 10
9:00p
End Date

Full Moon Hike

Palo Duro Canyon State Park
Come watch the moon rise over the canyon wall!
Jul 11
8:00a
End Date

Birding Hike

Palo Duro Canyon State Park
Join us for a morning of birdwatching along the scenic Kiowa Trail!
Jul 11
9:00a
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 11
9:00a
End Date

The Invasives Around Us

Tyler State Park
The "How's, Why's, and What's" about invasive species.
Jul 11
9:00a
End Date

Project WILD Workshop - Abilene

Abilene, TX - Cisco College
Professional development for anyone who works in education with children or the public, including teachers, homeschoolers, informal educators, and scout leaders
Jul 11
9:00a
End Date

Kayaking 101

Cooper Lake State Park - Doctors Creek Unit
Join a ranger to learn the basics of kayaking. Instruction provided. Limited equipment available. Reserve your kayak today.
Jul 11
9:00a
End Date

Paddling for Beginners

Village Creek State Park
*Registration Required see below* 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.
Jul 11
10:00a
End Date

Kayaking 101

Lake Bob Sandlin State Park
Learn to master the paddle and hit the water!
Jul 11
10:00a
End Date

Hydrate with a Ranger

Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
Water? Check. Map? Check. Electrolytes? We have you covered.
Jul 11
10:30a
End Date

Butterfly and Dragonfly Tours

Estero Llano Grande State Park
Join us on a ranger-led tour for all ages and experience levels through the park noting these beautiful insects, some found nowhere else but in South Texas. This tour is for YOU!
Jul 11
10:30a
End Date

Skins and Skulls

Sheldon Lake State Park & Environmental Learning Center
Want to know what wildlife lives in the park?
Jul 11
1:00p
End Date

Art in the Park

Choke Canyon State Park - Calliham Unit
Families are welcome to paint and draw the nature around them.
Jul 11
2:00p
End Date

Meet The Longhorns

Copper Breaks State Park
Meet some of the official state longhorn herd!
Jul 11
2:00p
End Date

Goose Island Tram Tour (Registration Required)

Goose Island State Park
Explore the park history from the comfort of our electric tram.
Jul 11
2:00p
End Date

Backyard Bass

Eisenhower State Park
Learn how to cast with this fun game!
Jul 11
2:00p
End Date

Skins and Skulls

Garner State Park
Join a Texas Master Naturalist in exploring some of the skins and skulls of animals found in the park.
Jul 11
3:00p
End Date

Shell and Tell

Mustang Island State Park
Get hands on with coastal curiosities and the shells of creatures that help shape our shores and society!
Jul 11
3:00p
End Date

Jr Ranger Academy

Inks Lake State Park
Complete some fun activities and earn the title of Jr. Ranger.
Jul 11
3:30p
End Date

Roping with a Ranger

Copper Breaks State Park
Learn to rope a steer at Copper Breaks State Park!
Jul 11
4:00p
End Date

What's That Snake?

Eisenhower State Park
Do you know how to identify snakes?
Jul 11
7:00p
End Date

Clarity Tunnel Bat Tours

Caprock Canyons State Park & Trailway
Come along for the ride on our trailway with a ranger!
Jul 11
7:00p
End Date

Whooo Done it? A Pellet Mystery

Bonham State Park
Join our local Master Naturalists in solving a mystery of the night.
Jul 11
8:00p
End Date

Night Creatures

Bonham State Park
Discover the wild side of Bonham State Park’ s nightlife.
Jul 11
8:00p
End Date

Night Ride

Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley State Park
Join a park naturalist and explore the park after dark.
Jul 11
8:00p
End Date

More About S'mores! Campfire Tales

Bonham State Park
Gather 'round the fire with a Ranger for an evening of stories, stars, and s’mores!
Jul 11
8:00p
End Date

Full Moon Paddle

Tyler State Park
Get the best seat on the lake!
Jul 11
8:30p
End Date

Firefly Frolic!

Blanco State Park
Join us for a walk with the fireflies!
Jul 12
8:00a
End Date

Second Saturday Birdwatching

Martin Dies, Jr. State Park
Join us on the second Saturday of the month to bird watch with a knowledgeable volunteer!
Jul 12
8:00a
End Date

Bird Outing

Lake Arrowhead State Park
Join the Texas Master Naturalists: Rolling Plains chapter to look for birds
Jul 12
8:30a
End Date

World Birding Center Birding Tours

Estero Llano Grande State Park
All ages and skill-levels are welcome on this two-hour tour of the park, finding as many species of birds as possible, especially the 30 that are termed Valley Specialties.
Jul 12
8:30a
End Date

Saturday Honey Creek Guided Walk

Honey Creek State Natural Area
Experience the natural and cultural history of Honey Creek!
Jul 12
8:30a
End Date

Guided Summit Hike

Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
Join a ranger or volunteer for a morning hike on our most popular trail.
Jul 12
8:30a
End Date

Bird Walk Before Breakfast 🐦

Galveston Island State Park
Start your morning with the sights and sounds of our feathered friends!
Jul 12
8:30a
End Date

Kayak Tour of St. Charles Bay (Registration Required)

Goose Island State Park
What will we see on today's trip?
Jul 12
9:00a
End Date

Nature Walk on the Wild Side

Davis Mountains State Park
Explore the park's primitive side on a guided nature walk.
Jul 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.
Jul 12
9:00a
End Date

Storybook Stroll

Dinosaur Valley State Park
Take a stroll through a story, where every step brings a new adventure to life!
Jul 12
9:00a
End Date

Cooking on the Dance Floor

Abilene State Park
Learn to cook the old fashioned way!
Jul 12
9:00a
End Date

Pedal in the Park

Davis Mountains State Park
Enjoy the sights and sounds of the park as we tour by bicycle.
Jul 12
9:00a
End Date

Dutch Oven Cooking

Purtis Creek State Park
Come check out what the Purtis Creek Dutch Oven Society is all about!
Jul 12
9:00a
End Date

Skins and Skulls - Omnivores

Cooper Lake State Park - Doctors Creek Unit
Join a ranger for a hands-on program exploring the wild world of native omnivores!
Jul 12
9:00a
End Date

Wildlife Detectives

Cooper Lake State Park - South Sulphur Unit
Learn how to hone your observation skills!
Jul 12
9:00a
End Date

Intro to Archery

Lockhart State Park
Learn how to shoot like Robin Hood or Katniss Everdeen!
Jul 12
9:00a
End Date

Art in the Park: Fish Painting

Inks Lake State Park
Join park volunteers in Central Park to learn the art of Fish Painting!
Jul 12
9:00a
End Date

B.A.R.K. Ranger Hike

Eisenhower State Park
Join the pack!
Jul 12
9:00a
End Date

Setting the Hook Fishing Clinic at Greenline Park

San Antonio, TX - Greenline Park
Come out and catch some fun, at this free family fishing event!
Jul 12
9:00a
End Date

Sneak-Peek Hike **Reservation Required, Experience Recommended**

Lake Brownwood State Park
We are excited to announce that we will be offering an opportunity to explore our newly acquired property!
Jul 12
9:00a
End Date

Crystal Cave Guided Hike

Garner State Park
Join the Interpretive Park Ranger on a morning hike to stunning overlooks and to Crystal Cave.
Jul 12
9:00a
End Date

Kayaking 101

Cedar Hill State Park
Learn how to Kayak in this introductory class.
Jul 12
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!
Jul 12
9:15a
End Date

Guided Hike to Sunburst Shelter

Devils River State Natural Area - Dan A. Hughes Unit
Come on a guide hike to the past! Learn about the rock art at Sunburst Shelter.
Jul 12
10:00a
End Date

Microscopic Water Bugs

Choke Canyon State Park - Calliham Unit
What's in the lake water? Let's find out!
Jul 12
10:00a
End Date

CCC Boys and Their Stories

Bonham State Park
Learn about the Civilian Conservation Corps and hear stories of the boys that were in it.
Jul 12
10:00a
End Date

Second Saturday Nature Series at Honey Creek Ranch *Registration Required*

Honey Creek State Natural Area
Come explore, learn, and connect with nature in this unique setting!
Jul 12
10:00a
End Date

Tide Talk and Walk

Mustang Island State Park
Join a Ranger on a morning stroll along the beach! Learn about barrier island ecology & see what sorts of animals we can spot along the way!
Jul 12
10:00a
End Date

Bay Exploration

Galveston Island State Park
Explore the marsh and bay ecosystems, on land and below the surface.
Jul 12
10:00a
End Date

All About Us: a Guided Hike

Brazos Bend State Park
Join us to experience the park, like it's your first time, on our Creekfield Lake Trail.
Jul 12
10:00a
End Date

Track Talk

Dinosaur Valley State Park
Gather round and hear the 113-million-year-old story of our dinosaur tracks!
Jul 12
10:00a
End Date

Nature Hike

Lake Bob Sandlin State Park
Join us on a guided hike to learn about many of the park's plants, animals, and some of its history.
Jul 12
10:00a
End Date

Lake Life -Aquatic Explorations!

Buescher State Park
Let's get our hands wet as we learn about the critters that call Buescher Lake home! Have some cool fun during the hot Texas summer!
Jul 12
10:00a
End Date

Archery Basics

Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley State Park
Learn about archery safety and techniques before trying your hand at hitting the bullseye.
Jul 12
10:00a
End Date

Fishing 101

Blanco State Park
Learn the basics of fishing- and test your luck in the beautiful Blanco River!
Jul 12
10:00a
End Date

Crafting with a Ranger

McKinney Falls State Park
Join us for a fun craft
Jul 12
10:00a
End Date

Macro Madness

South Llano River State Park
Explore the small heroes of the water - macroinvertebrates! Come prepared to get wet and enjoy the South Llano River.
Jul 12
10:00a
End Date

Tabling at Spring Ho!

Lampasas, TX - W. M. Brook Park
Join us at Spring Ho! to learn a little about our park and to potentially participate in a kayak race!
Jul 12
10:00a
End Date

Skins, Skulls, Scales, & Tails

Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
Stop by our table behind 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.
Jul 12
10:00a
End Date

Pioneer Toys and Games

Mission Tejas State Park
Swing by the park Visitor Center and discover some of the fascinating history of Mission Tejas State Park while playing with toys and games that the pioneer kids did!
Jul 12
10:00a
End Date

Kayak with a Ranger

Copper Breaks State Park
Learn kayaking basics with a ranger.
Jul 12
10:30a
End Date

Backyard Bass

Sheldon Lake State Park & Environmental Learning Center
Come and enjoy a land lover's spin on fishing!
Jul 12
10:30a
End Date

Watersense 101

Resaca de la Palma State Park
Discover the hydrology in the Rio Grande Delta with a ranger.
Jul 12
11:00a
End Date

Skins and Skulls

Bonham State Park
Check out the skin and skull collection from the Bluestem Master Naturalist Chapter.
Jul 12
11:00a
End Date

Frog Chorus

Eisenhower State Park
Sing like the frogs!
Jul 12
12:00p
End Date

A Day in the Life of the CCC

Palmetto State Park
Follow in the footsteps of the CCC workers who built Palmetto State Park.
Jul 12
12:30p
End Date

Second Saturdays with Steve: What's New? Archeology at San Felipe

Stephen F. Austin State Park
Come learn about all the new and exciting things that are happening with archeology at the San Felipe de Austin State Historic Site!
Jul 12
1:00p
End Date

Critters of LCCSP

Lake Corpus Christi State Park
Learn about the wild animals of the park.
Jul 12
1:00p
End Date

Nature Journaling

Cooper Lake State Park - South Sulphur Unit
Take a moment to collect your thoughts.
Jul 12
1:00p
End Date

Ancient Spear Throwing

Lockhart State Park
Join us to learn the basics of prehistoric hunting with an atlatl!
Jul 12
1:00p
End Date

Summer Reading with a Ranger: Weslandia!

Cedar Hill State Park
Join a Park Ranger in person or online for a live reading of Weslandia by Paul Fleischman, the classic story of one creative boy's fantastical summer adventures!
Jul 12
1:00p
End Date

Alligators: From Egg to Apex

Brazos Bend State Park
Join us to hear how the largest predator at Brazos Bend starts at the bottom!
Jul 12
1:30p
End Date

Introduction to Kayaking

Choke Canyon State Park - Calliham Unit
RESERVATION ONLY... please call 361-786-3868. Come kayak the water at Choke Canyon Reservoir in this beginner friendly class!
Jul 12
2:00p
End Date

Junior Ranger Academy

Davis Mountains State Park
This fun, ranger-led workshop is aimed for kids, ages 5-12 (but open to all), who want to build their outdoor skills.
Jul 12
2:00p
End Date

Meet The Longhorns

Copper Breaks State Park
Meet some of the official state longhorn herd!
Jul 12
2:00p
End Date

Skins & Skulls

Abilene State Park
Have you ever wondered what the fur of wild animals felt like?
Jul 12
2:00p
End Date

Art in the Park

Lake Bob Sandlin State Park
Make memories of your park with art!
Jul 12
2:00p
End Date

Skins & Skulls

Lake Tawakoni State Park
Come discover some of the amazing creatures found here at the park and have a chance to interact with real skins and skulls!
Jul 12
2:00p
End Date

Wonderful Watersheds

South Llano River State Park
Where does water go, and why are YOUR actions important?
Jul 12
2:00p
End Date

Geology of McKinney Falls

McKinney Falls State Park
Join us at this indoor tabling event to learn about the geology of McKinney Falls.
Jul 12
2:00p
End Date

Skins and Skulls at Visitor Center

Mission Tejas State Park
Come by the our visitor center and get a closer look at some of the wildlife found at Mission Tejas!
Jul 12
2:00p
End Date

Roving Ranger

Eisenhower State Park
Stop by our ranger's table to see the feature of the week!
Jul 12
2:30p
End Date

Reptiles with a Ranger

Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to meet some of our native reptiles!
Jul 12
2:30p
End Date

Fishing with a Ranger

Goose Island State Park
Fish with a ranger and check out our 1620-foot pier!
Jul 12
3:00p
End Date

Nature Origami

Lockhart State Park
Create a nature-inspired masterpiece from folded paper!
Jul 12
3:30p
End Date

Bison History

Caprock Canyons State Park & Trailway
Journey through time...
Jul 12
3:30p
End Date

Fish with a Ranger

Copper Breaks State Park
Join a ranger to learn fishing basics. Let's go fishing!
Jul 12
6:00p
End Date

Fort Davis Ranger Talk - Summer Program Series

Davis Mountains State Park
Enjoy an evening program with interpreters from Fort Davis National Historic Site. A variety of topics will be covered every Saturday through early August.
Jul 12
7:30p
End Date

Night Hike

Tyler State Park
They are on the prowl!
Jul 12
8:00p
End Date

Cosmic Creepy Crawlies Night Hike

Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
Join us for a night hike on our Loop Trail! This easy hike will take brave visitors spider snuffing and scorpion spotting all the way out to our Scenic Overlook, where we will discuss some of the misconceptions about these arachnids and their presence in our constellations.
Jul 12
8:00p
End Date

Art in the Park - Fireflies!

Dinosaur Valley State Park
Get crafty and create your own firefly!
Jul 12
8:00p
End Date

Night Sounds

Lake Mineral Wells State Park & Trailway
“After attending the Night Sounds program, I found my daughter sitting on the back porch the next night, not watching TV or playing video games, but listening to nature!” – Park Visitor
Jul 12
8:30p
End Date

Creatures of the Night Hike (RSVP)

Lake Tawakoni State Park
Join a ranger on an after-hours dark hike on one of our trails!
Jul 12
8:30p
End Date

Night Hike: Scorpion Search

Inks Lake State Park
Use a black light to explore the trail after dark and spot a crawly friend
Jul 12
8:45p
End Date

Nocturnal Nature

Purtis Creek State Park
Come learn what lurks in the shadows as the park comes to life at night!
Jul 12
8:45p
End Date

Discoveries in the Dark

Goose Island State Park
Explore the park after dark!
Jul 12
9:00p
End Date

Insect Extravaganza!

Dinosaur Valley State Park
Observe the diverse insects found right here at Dinosaur Valley under UV light!
Jul 13 End Date

Leaves Like You Wouldn't Be-leaf!

Sheldon Lake State Park & Environmental Learning Center
Be-leaf me, you're going to want to try this!
Jul 13
8:30a
End Date

World Birding Center Birding Tours

Estero Llano Grande State Park
All ages and skill-levels are welcome on this two-hour tour of the park, finding as many species of birds as possible, especially the 30 that are termed Valley Specialties.
Jul 13
8:30a
End Date

Sunday Honey Creek Guided Walk

Honey Creek State Natural Area
Experience the natural and cultural history of Honey Creek!
Jul 13
9:00a
End Date

Storybook Stroll

Dinosaur Valley State Park
Take a stroll through a story, where every step brings a new adventure to life!
Jul 13
9:15a
End Date

Guided Hike to Sunburst Shelter

Devils River State Natural Area - Dan A. Hughes Unit
Come on a guide hike to the past! Learn about the rock art at Sunburst Shelter.
Jul 13
10:00a
End Date

All About Us: a Guided Hike

Brazos Bend State Park
Join us to experience the park, like it's your first time, on our Creekfield Lake Trail.
Jul 13
10:00a
End Date

Hike like a Geologist

Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
Take a hike through time with a geologist and learn more about ERSNA and how to make any hike a GEOLOGY HIKE! An hour plus of fairly easy hiking and observing, starting at the Summit Trail gazebo.
Jul 13
10:00a
End Date

Caves 'n Karst

Colorado Bend State Park
Learn about the geology that formed Colorado Bend State Park
Jul 13
10:00a
End Date

Track Talk

Dinosaur Valley State Park
Gather round and hear the 113-million-year-old story of our dinosaur tracks!
Jul 13
10:00a
End Date

Intro to Fly Fishing

Lockhart State Park
Learn the basics of fly fishing in this fun class!
Jul 13
10:00a
End Date

What's in the Water?

Lake Casa Blanca International State Park
Ever wondered what kind of fish and small organisms make Lake Casa Blanca their home?
Jul 13
10:00a
End Date

Peak Preparedness - Trail Safety Tips

Davis Mountains State Park
Want to explore our desert trails? Park host Terry will cover the basics to ensure you have what it takes to stay safe.
Jul 13
10:30a
End Date

Watersense 101

Resaca de la Palma State Park
Discover the hydrology in the Rio Grande Delta with a ranger.
Jul 13
11:00a
End Date

Junior Ranger Academy

Dinosaur Valley State Park
Learn to think like a real park ranger!
Jul 13
11:00a
End Date

Solar Powered Crafts

Mustang Island State Park
Come make arts and crafts using the power of the sun! Fun for all ages!
Jul 13
1:00p
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!
Jul 13
1:00p
End Date

Sunday Open Castle

Lake Corpus Christi State Park
Look inside the historic CCC Refectory and ask the Park Ranger any questions you might have.
Jul 13
2:00p
End Date

Electric Tram Tour

Estero Llano Grande State Park
Join us on a narrated ranger-driven, two-hour tour of the park in a quiet electric tram. Reservations required: (956) 565-3919.
Jul 13
2:00p
End Date

Spiders of Lake Tawakoni

Lake Tawakoni State Park
Learn about why spiders are such an important part of nature and the history of Lake Tawakoni State Park!
Jul 13
2:00p
End Date

The Bows that Shaped Texas

Brazos Bend State Park
Come learn about how one nation changed Texan culture and history forever!
Jul 13
3:00p
End Date

Shell and Tell

Mustang Island State Park
Get hands on with coastal curiosities and the shells of creatures that help shape our shores and society!
Jul 15
2:00p
End Date

Art in the Park

Garner State Park
Join a park volunteer outdoors at the park Visitor Center creating works of art!
Jul 16
8:30a
End Date

Guided Hike at New Northern Enchanted Rock Property

Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
Join a ranger for a first glimpse at the newest addition to Enchanted Rock State Natural Area, to the north of the main park.
Jul 16
8:30a
End Date

Project WILD & Flying WILD Combo Workshop - Galveston

La Marque, TX - Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Office
Professional development for anyone who works in education with children or the public. This workshop will cover Project WILD and Flying WILD.
Jul 16
9:00a
End Date

Takin Flight Day Camp

Sheldon Lake State Park & Environmental Learning Center
Fly on over to learn all about birds!
Jul 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!
Jul 16
7:45p
End Date

Night Critter Crawl

Franklin Mountains State Park
Join the Franklin Mountains Rangers for an evening hike to explore the night life at Franklin Mountains State Park.
Jul 17
9:00a
End Date

Hike With Homeless Dogs

Davis Mountains State Park
Help a homeless dog have a great time on the trail!
Jul 17
10:00a
End Date

Tide Talk and Walk

Mustang Island State Park
Join a Ranger on a morning stroll along the beach! Learn about barrier island ecology & see what sorts of animals we can spot along the way!
Jul 17
2:00p
End Date

Electric Tram Tour

Estero Llano Grande State Park
Join us on a narrated ranger-driven, two-hour tour of the park in a quiet electric tram. Reservations required: (956) 565-3919.
Jul 17
7:30p
End Date

Sunset Watercolor

Galveston Island State Park
Unleash your creative side and enjoy the island's best sunsets.
Jul 18
8:00a
End Date

Women's Hike

Palo Duro Canyon State Park
Join us for a Women’s Hike through the beautiful Palo Duro Canyon.
Jul 18
8:15a
End Date

Self-Guided Birding Hike

Lake Brownwood State Park
Join us to see how many birds you can find on our checklist!
Jul 18
8:30a
End Date

Roving Ranger

Tyler State Park
Can you find me?
Jul 18
9:00a
End Date

Master Naturalist Hike

Davis Mountains State Park
Take an introductory deep dive into the Davis Mountains on this moderate walk 'n' talk.
Jul 18
9:00a
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 18
9:00a
End Date

Introduction to Fishing

Choke Canyon State Park - Calliham Unit
Kids and grownups can fish together this summer off the bank of Choke Canyon State Park! Poles are provided. No fishing license is needed.
Jul 18
9:00a
End Date

Fishing with a Ranger

Guadalupe River State Park
Enjoy a morning of fishing on the Guadalupe River.
Jul 18
9:00a
End Date

Paddling for Beginners

Village Creek State Park
*Registration Required see below* 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.
Jul 18
9:00a
End Date

Amphibians

Cooper Lake State Park - South Sulphur Unit
Amazing amphibians love land and water!
Jul 18
9:00a
End Date

Growing Up WILD Workshop - Abilene

Abilene, TX - Cisco College
Professional development for anyone who works with young children including early childcare professionals, teachers, homeschool parents, and more.
Jul 18
9:00a
End Date

Nature Journaling

Cooper Lake State Park - Doctors Creek Unit
Learn to connect deeper with nature and to sharpen your perceptions!
Jul 18
9:00a
End Date

Learn to Fish

Lake Bob Sandlin State Park
Learn how to catch a fish and test your new skills!
Jul 18
10:00a
End Date

Nature Journaling

Fort Richardson State Park & Historic Site / Lost Creek Reservoir State Trailway
Slow down and deepen your experience of the natural world with mindful observations.
Jul 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!
Jul 18
10:30a
End Date

What Lurks Beneath

Goose Island State Park
What kind of marine life is found in our local bays? Join a ranger to find out!
Jul 18
10:45a
End Date

Scavenger Hunt

Tyler State Park
Come out and find what is living all around you
Jul 18
11:00a
End Date

Stream Safari

Lockhart State Park
Wear your favorite water shoes, and join us to meet the residents of Clear Fork Creek!
Jul 18
1:00p
End Date

Art in the Park

Choke Canyon State Park - Calliham Unit
Families are welcome to paint and draw the nature around them.
Jul 18
1:00p
End Date

Fishing for Beginners

Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley State Park
Get certified! Become a bona fide angler with Bentsen State Park. Open to all ages.
Jul 18
2:00p
End Date

Meet The Longhorns

Copper Breaks State Park
Meet some of the official state longhorn herd!
Jul 18
2:00p
End Date

Roadrunner Roundup

Eisenhower State Park
Come learn what makes roadrunners so great!
Jul 18
2:30p
End Date

Decorate a Star Chart

Goose Island State Park
Make and decorate your very own map of the night sky!
Jul 18
3:00p
End Date

Shell and Tell

Mustang Island State Park
Get hands on with coastal curiosities and the shells of creatures that help shape our shores and society!
Jul 18
4:00p
End Date

Indian Lodge Tour

Davis Mountains State Park
Discover the history behind the ONLY hotel in the Texas State Park system.
Jul 18
4:00p
End Date

Texoma Tarantulas

Eisenhower State Park
Come learn more about our 8-legged friends!!
Jul 18
7:30p
End Date

🌅 Golden Hour Bird Walk

Galveston Island State Park
Explore the wonderful world of birds without the need for an alarm clock!
Jul 18
8:00p
End Date

Campfire Talk: The Sounds of Summer

Cedar Hill State Park
Join us for a campfire talk to explore the sounds that emerge in nature throughout the summer season!
Jul 18
8:00p
End Date

Let's Get Batty About Bats!

Blanco State Park
Come learn about the silent superheroes of the night…bats!
Jul 18
8:00p
End Date

Evening Guided Hike

Inks Lake State Park
Join us for an evening hike to learn about the ecology and history of Inks Lake State Park.
Jul 18
8:00p
End Date

Nocturnal Marvels: Moth Madness

Resaca de la Palma State Park
See what the buzz is about during National Moth Week!
Jul 18
8:30p
End Date

Night Hike!

Lake Casa Blanca International State Park
Discover the park's night life like you never have before!
Jul 18
9:00p
End Date

Scorpion Hike

Palo Duro Canyon State Park
Join us for a scorpion hunt! Bring an ultra-violet flashlight and join us in searching for scorpions along the trail in this evening hike!
Jul 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.
Jul 19
8:30a
End Date

Saturday Honey Creek Guided Walk

Honey Creek State Natural Area
Experience the natural and cultural history of Honey Creek!
Jul 19
8:30a
End Date

Guided Summit Hike

Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
Join a ranger or volunteer for a morning hike on our most popular trail.
Jul 19
8:30a
End Date

Summer Color! Storybook on the Trail

Lake Whitney State Park
Summer Color! by Diana Murray, illustrated by Zoe Persico, is a joyful story that celebrates the vibrant colors and simple wonders of summer. As the pages turn, readers explore bright scenes filled with nature’s red, blues, yellows, and greens, inspiring curiosity and a love for the outdoors.
Jul 19
9:00a
End Date

Nature Walk on the Wild Side

Davis Mountains State Park
Explore the park's primitive side on a guided nature walk.
Jul 19
9:00a
End Date

Storybook Stroll

Dinosaur Valley State Park
Take a stroll through a story, where every step brings a new adventure to life!
Jul 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.
Jul 19
9:00a
End Date

Fishing with the Ranger

Cooper Lake State Park - South Sulphur Unit
Let's go fishing!
Jul 19
9:00a
End Date

CANCELED-Ranger Reveal

Hill Country State Natural Area
Accompany Ranger Augie as he details mammals via the skulls and skins of HCSNA native, and invasive species. Engage in discussions of legend, lore and facts regarding the animals that inhabit HCSNA.
Jul 19
9:00a
End Date

Birding for Beginners

Village Creek State Park
Have you ever wanted to find out what it takes to be a birder? Join a Ranger to learn about one of the fastest-growing hobbies in the nation!
Jul 19
9:00a
End Date

Growing Up WILD Workshop - Corpus Christi

Corpus Christi, TX - Oso Bay Wetlands Preserve
Professional development for anyone who works with young children including early childcare professionals, teachers, homeschool parents, and more.
Jul 19
9:00a
End Date

Backyard Bass Game

Bonham State Park
Come play a fishing game to improve your casting and identification skills.
Jul 19
9:00a
End Date

Backyard Bass

South Llano River State Park
Join park volunteers to practice your casting skills and learn about different species of fish!
Jul 19
9:00a
End Date

Volunteer Workday

Eisenhower State Park
Let's work together to preserve our park's beauty!
Jul 19
9:15a
End Date

Guided Hike to Sunburst Shelter

Devils River State Natural Area - Dan A. Hughes Unit
Come on a guide hike to the past! Learn about the rock art at Sunburst Shelter.
Jul 19
9:30a
End Date

Wildflower Walk

Lake Brownwood State Park
Join us to learn about flowers in bloom and other plants in the park!
Jul 19
9:30a
End Date

Fishing 101

Lake Tawakoni State Park
Learn the basics of fishing with a Ranger!
Jul 19
9:30a
End Date

Owl Hour

Tyler State Park
What's the hoot all about?
Jul 19
10:00a
End Date

Camp Cooking Basics

Bonham State Park
Feast your eyes, and your tongue, on cooking options before your next adventure into the outdoors.
Jul 19
10:00a
End Date

Junior Ranger Hike

Abilene State Park
An informative hike led by a ranger for youth and their parents!
Jul 19
10:00a
End Date

Microscopic Water Bugs

Choke Canyon State Park - Calliham Unit
What's in the lake water? Let's find out!
Jul 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.
Jul 19
10:00a
End Date

Animals of the Park Discovery Table

Lockhart State Park
Stop by Park HQ to test your nature knowledge! Drop in any time between 10am-2pm.
Jul 19
10:00a
End Date

All About Us: a Guided Hike

Brazos Bend State Park
Join us to experience the park, like it's your first time, on our Creekfield Lake Trail.
Jul 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!
Jul 19
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.
Jul 19
10:00a
End Date

Insect Inspection

Lake Casa Blanca International State Park
Test your detective skills and investigate what insects are around Lake Casa Blanca.
Jul 19
10:00a
End Date

Gyotaku (Japanese Fish Printing)

Guadalupe River State Park
Learn about Gyotaku and make your own fish print to take home.
Jul 19
10:00a
End Date

The Real Buzz on Bees!

Blanco State Park
Come see what all the buzz is about!
Jul 19
10:00a
End Date

Binoculars 101

Inks Lake State Park
Learn how to properly use binoculars to view wildlife and the beautiful scenery of Inks Lake!
Jul 19
10:00a
End Date

Fishing at Buck Lake

South Llano River State Park
All ages are welcome to join us at Busk Lake for a FIN-tastic time fishing!
Jul 19
10:00a
End Date

Skins and Skulls

Copper Breaks State Park
Join us to learn about the animals that call the Rolling Plains home!
Jul 19
10:00a
End Date

Insects of Mission Tejas

Mission Tejas State Park
Come explore the wide variety of insects that make Mission Tejas home and learn how they help nature and us!
Jul 19
10:00a
End Date

Archery 101

Cedar Hill State Park
Come out and learn the fundamentals of archery at Cedar Hill State Park!
Jul 19
11:00a
End Date

Trail Cam Explorers

Dinosaur Valley State Park
Explore the wonderful world of our wildlife with Ranger Sabrina by learning and setting up trail cameras!
Jul 19
11:15a
End Date

CCC Trail Hike

Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to learn about the Civilian Conservation Corps in our park!
Jul 19
11:30a
End Date

Park Inferno

Tyler State Park
How does fire help us?
Jul 19
1:00p
End Date

Fishing with the Ranger

Cooper Lake State Park - Doctors Creek Unit
Join us learning the basics of fishing. All ages and stages welcome. No experience required!
Jul 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!
Jul 19
1:30p
End Date

Flying WILD Workshop - Corpus Christi

Corpus Christi, TX - Oso Bay Wetlands Preserve
Professional development for anyone who works in education with children or the public including teachers, homeschoolers, informal educators, and scout leaders.
Jul 19
2:00p
End Date

Meet The Longhorns

Copper Breaks State Park
Meet some of the official state longhorn herd!
Jul 19
2:00p
End Date

Nature Journaling

Abilene State Park
Learn to connect deeper with nature and to sharpen your perceptions!
Jul 19
2:00p
End Date

Safety is a Summit

Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
Stop by our heat and hiking safety table to learn about the best ways to prepare for your outdoor adventures with a ranger!
Jul 19
2:00p
End Date

Art in the Park

Lake Bob Sandlin State Park
Make memories of your park with art!
Jul 19
2:00p
End Date

Wildcraft

Lake Corpus Christi State Park
Make a craft to remember the park by!
Jul 19
2:00p
End Date

Roving Ranger Rex

Dinosaur Valley State Park
Stop by the Dino Models to ask Ranger Laney any of your questions about Dinosaur Valley, plus see what fun activities she has for you!
Jul 19
2:00p
End Date

Skins and Skulls at Visitor Center

Mission Tejas State Park
Come by the our visitor center and get a closer look at some of the wildlife found at Mission Tejas!
Jul 19
2:00p
End Date

Roving Ranger

Eisenhower State Park
Stop by our ranger's table to see the feature of the week!
Jul 19
2:00p
End Date

Goose Island Tram Tour (Registration Required)

Goose Island State Park
Explore the park history from the comfort of our electric tram.
Jul 19
2:00p
End Date

Nature Journaling

McKinney Falls State Park
Come learn how to combine art and science to creatively record your environment
Jul 19
2:00p
End Date

Nature Journaling

Lake Tawakoni State Park
Discover a new way to preserve unique memories from your outdoor adventures!
Jul 19
3:00p
End Date

Skins and Skulls

Inks Lake State Park
Come discover some of the amazing creatures found here at the park and have a chance to interact with real skins and skulls!
Jul 19
6:00p
End Date

Fort Davis Ranger Talk - Summer Program Series

Davis Mountains State Park
Enjoy an evening program with interpreters from Fort Davis National Historic Site. A variety of topics will be covered every Saturday through early August.
Jul 19
6:30p
End Date

Music in the Park

Caprock Canyons State Park & Trailway
Folk music in the park
Jul 19
8:00p
End Date

Stories, Folklore & Tales

Lake Mineral Wells State Park & Trailway
Come listen to Native American stories, cowboy poetry, local folklore and just plain fun stories.
Jul 19
8:30p
End Date

Moth Week Moth Night

Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley State Park
It’s National Moth Week! See what the buzz is about as we light the way for moths and more. Learn more about moths during National Moth Week. Meet at the Birding Center (HQ) Gardens for a closer look at moths! No reservations required. Free program with paid park entry.
Jul 19
8:30p
End Date

Stars of the Solstice

Hill Country State Natural Area
Come aboard with Ranger Augie and the San Antonio Astronomical Association as we tour the dark Hill Country night sky. Witness the Summer Triangle, the "road sign" to the Milky Way, and other Hill Country celestial sights through telescopes, binoculars and the naked eye.
Jul 19
8:30p
End Date

Star Party

Pedernales Falls State Park
Join the Austin Astronomical Society as they explore the night sky!
Jul 19
8:30p
End Date

Beach Walk by Starlight

Galveston Island State Park
The stars at night, are big and bright....Deep in the heart of Texas!
Jul 19
9:00p
End Date

Night Hike (RSVP REQUIRED)

Abilene State Park
Join a ranger for an after-hours night hike!
Jul 19
9:30p
End Date

Stargazing by the Shore

Mustang Island State Park
Adventure away from a well-lit world and explore our cosmos through the dark skies of Mustang Island!
Jul 19
9:30p
End Date

Night Sky Exploration

Goose Island State Park
Join a ranger as we tour the constellations of the night sky!
Jul 19
9:30p
End Date

Star Party

Fort Richardson State Park & Historic Site / Lost Creek Reservoir State Trailway
The stars are calling, maybe your extraterrestrial friend is too!
Jul 20 End Date

Arts in the Park

Sheldon Lake State Park & Environmental Learning Center
Create a cool craft with us!
Jul 20
8:30a
End Date

World Birding Center Birding Tours

Estero Llano Grande State Park
All ages and skill-levels are welcome on this two-hour tour of the park, finding as many species of birds as possible, especially the 30 that are termed Valley Specialties.
Jul 20
8:30a
End Date

Sunday Honey Creek Guided Walk

Honey Creek State Natural Area
Experience the natural and cultural history of Honey Creek!
Jul 20
9:00a
End Date

Storybook Stroll

Dinosaur Valley State Park
Take a stroll through a story, where every step brings a new adventure to life!
Jul 20
9:00a
End Date

🚣‍♀️ Magical Morning Paddle on the Bay 🌊

Galveston Island State Park
Start your day gliding across the calm waters of Galveston Bay—it’s peaceful, scenic, and unforgettable! Registration required!
Jul 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!
Jul 20
9:00a
End Date

Morning Moth Walk for Beginners

Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley State Park
Enter the fascinating world of moths and discover the beauty of these diverse butterfly relatives.
Jul 20
9:00a
End Date

Guided Hike with a Ranger

Inks Lake State Park
Join a ranger on a hike to the Devil's Waterhole!
Jul 20
9:15a
End Date

Guided Hike to Sunburst Shelter

Devils River State Natural Area - Dan A. Hughes Unit
Come on a guide hike to the past! Learn about the rock art at Sunburst Shelter.
Jul 20
10:00a
End Date

All About Us: a Guided Hike

Brazos Bend State Park
Join us to experience the park, like it's your first time, on our Creekfield Lake Trail.
Jul 20
10:00a
End Date

Camp Cooking Made Easy

Davis Mountains State Park
Join park host Kari for this fun, outdoor-oriented cooking demo and learn how to make simple & delicious camp meals.
Jul 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!
Jul 20
10:00a
End Date

What's in the Water?

Lake Casa Blanca International State Park
Ever wondered what kind of fish and small organisms make Lake Casa Blanca their home?
Jul 20
10:00a
End Date

Turtle Kayak Adventure

Blanco State Park
Let's look for some turtles! (Registration Required)
Jul 20
11:00a
End Date

Solar Powered Crafts

Mustang Island State Park
Come make arts and crafts using the power of the sun! Fun for all ages!
Jul 20
11:00a
End Date

Art in the Park - Prickly Pear Cactus!

Dinosaur Valley State Park
Learn step by step how to draw a Prickly Pear Cactus!
Jul 20
1:00p
End Date

Sunday Open Castle

Lake Corpus Christi State Park
Look inside the historic CCC Refectory and ask the Park Ranger any questions you might have.
Jul 20
2:00p
End Date

Electric Tram Tour

Estero Llano Grande State Park
Join us on a narrated ranger-driven, two-hour tour of the park in a quiet electric tram. Reservations required: (956) 565-3919.
Jul 20
2:00p
End Date

Skins and Skulls

Garner State Park
Join a Texas Master Naturalist in exploring some of the skins and skulls of animals found in the park.
Jul 20
2:00p
End Date

Ice Cream Making

Fort Boggy State Park
Ready to turn your sweetest dreams into creamy reality?
Jul 20
2:00p
End Date

Spectacular Snakes!

Brazos Bend State Park
Join us for a talk about our slithery friends, the snakes!
Jul 20
3:00p
End Date

Shell and Tell

Mustang Island State Park
Get hands on with coastal curiosities and the shells of creatures that help shape our shores and society!
Jul 20
7:00p
End Date

Faltin's Overlook Sunset Hike

Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
Experience the evening with a view from Enchanted Rock State Natural Area's newly acquired Faltin's Property.
Jul 22
9:00a
End Date

Angler Education Instructor Training Workshop - Richmond

Richmond, TX - Long Acres Ranch
Become a TPWD Certified Angler Education Instructor
Jul 22
2:00p
End Date

Art in the Park

Garner State Park
Join a park volunteer outdoors at the park Visitor Center creating works of art!
Jul 23
2:00p
End Date

River Model Activity

Garner State Park
Get your hands wet with a Park Ranger in this river model activity!
Jul 24
9:00a
End Date

Hike With Homeless Dogs

Davis Mountains State Park
Help a homeless dog have a great time on the trail!
Jul 24
9:00a
End Date

Old Baldy Guided Hike

Garner State Park
Join a Park Ranger on a guided hike to summit the park's most iconic hill, Old Baldy!
Jul 24
9:00a
End Date

Angler Education Instructor Training Workshop - Lake Brownwood State Park

Lake Brownwood State Park
Become a TPWD Certified Angler Education Instructor
Jul 24
10:00a
End Date

Tide Talk and Walk

Mustang Island State Park
Join a Ranger on a morning stroll along the beach! Learn about barrier island ecology & see what sorts of animals we can spot along the way!
Jul 24
10:30a
End Date

Skins and Skulls

Sheldon Lake State Park & Environmental Learning Center
Curious about the critters that call the park home?
Jul 24
2:00p
End Date

Electric Tram Tour

Estero Llano Grande State Park
Join us on a narrated ranger-driven, two-hour tour of the park in a quiet electric tram. Reservations required: (956) 565-3919.
Jul 24
9:30p
End Date

Astronomy with Buddy!

South Llano River State Park
Come by for a quick look at the stars!
Jul 25
8:00a
End Date

Paddle Around

Tyler State Park
Time to get on the water!
Jul 25
9:00a
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 25
9:00a
End Date

Paddling for Beginners

Village Creek State Park
*Registration Required see below* 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.
Jul 25
9:00a
End Date

Wildlife Viewing

Cooper Lake State Park - South Sulphur Unit
Learn some tips and tricks on viewing wildlife.
Jul 25
9:15a
End Date

Pond Skimming (Macroinvertebrates)

Purtis Creek State Park
There's more than just fish in the lake!
Jul 25
10:00a
End Date

Hydrate with a Ranger

Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
Water? Check. Map? Check. Electrolytes? We have you covered.
Jul 25
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?
Jul 25
10:20a
End Date

Jr. Ranger Journaling

Purtis Creek State Park
Learn about Leave No Trace and explore the wonders of nature!
Jul 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!
Jul 25
1:00p
End Date

Art in the Park

Choke Canyon State Park - Calliham Unit
Families are welcome to paint and draw the nature around them.
Jul 25
2:00p
End Date

Meet The Longhorns

Copper Breaks State Park
Meet some of the official state longhorn herd!
Jul 25
2:30p
End Date

Gyotaku (Registration Required)

Goose Island State Park
Join us to learn about this Japanese art form and create your own fish print!
Jul 25
3:00p
End Date

Shell and Tell

Mustang Island State Park
Get hands on with coastal curiosities and the shells of creatures that help shape our shores and society!
Jul 25
3:00p
End Date

Jr Ranger Academy

Inks Lake State Park
Complete some fun activities and earn the title of Jr. Ranger.
Jul 25
3:30p
End Date

Solar Viewing

Copper Breaks State Park
Observe the sun through a solar filter and learn about our closest star.
Jul 25
4:00p
End Date

Indian Lodge Tour

Davis Mountains State Park
Discover the history behind the ONLY hotel in the Texas State Park system.
Jul 25
4:00p
End Date

Skull Detectives

Eisenhower State Park
Think you're a bone-afide expert on animal skulls?
Jul 25
6:00p
End Date

Movie Showing: The Buffalo Soldiers- An American Legacy

Cedar Hill State Park
Join us for a screening of a documentary on the American West's famous black soldiers
Jul 25
7:00p
End Date

Clarity Tunnel Bat Tours

Caprock Canyons State Park & Trailway
Come along for the ride on our trailway with a ranger!
Jul 25
7:00p
End Date

Beaver Walk & Talk

Bonham State Park
Join a Ranger for a fun and interactive talk all about beavers — the incredible builders of the animal world!
Jul 25
8:00p
End Date

Summer Night Sky

Bonham State Park
Night sky viewing
Jul 25
8:00p
End Date

Night Crawlers

Government Canyon State Natural Area
Glow-in-the-dark scorpions, mysterious moths, and more...this night walk is just for invertebrate enthusiasts.
Jul 25
8:00p
End Date

Lighting Up the Night

Tyler State Park
Learning all about our flashy friends
Jul 25
8:30p
End Date

Night Hike (Reservation Required)

Lake Brownwood State Park
Come join us to observe wildlife at night!
Jul 25
8:30p
End Date

Star Party (RSVP)

Lake Tawakoni State Park
Enjoy the cooler nights at Lake Tawakoni State Park by looking at the stars.
Jul 25
8:45p
End Date

Mothing at the Park

Guadalupe River State Park
Are you curious about the mysterious and mesmerizing creatures of the night? Embark on a captivating journey into the fascinating realm of moths!
Jul 25
9:00p
End Date

Bugged by the Light

Fort Richardson State Park & Historic Site / Lost Creek Reservoir State Trailway
Ever wonder what’s fluttering around after dark?
Jul 25
9:30p
End Date

Night Hike

Copper Breaks State Park
*Limited availability, registration required* Gaze at the stars and hunt for scorpions on a Copper Breaks night hike!
Jul 25
9:30p
End Date

Star Party in the Borderlands

Big Bend Ranch State Park
The Stars at Night are Big and Bright! Join park rangers on a tour across our galactic neighborhood.
Jul 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.
Jul 26
8:30a
End Date

Saturday Honey Creek Guided Walk

Honey Creek State Natural Area
Experience the natural and cultural history of Honey Creek!
Jul 26
8:30a
End Date

Guided Summit Hike

Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
Join a ranger or volunteer for a morning hike on our most popular trail.
Jul 26
8:30a
End Date

Hike with a Ranger

Lake Tawakoni State Park
Walk along the shores of Lake Tawakoni with a Ranger!
Jul 26
8:30a
End Date

Golf for Beginners 3

Lockhart State Park
Join Ranger Steven to build upon your golf knowledge and skills! Registration required.
Jul 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?
Jul 26
8:30a
End Date

Bird Walk

Lockhart State Park
How many birds can we find and identify around Lockhart State Park? Take a walk with a ranger to find out! All ages and experience levels welcome.
Jul 26
8:30a
End Date

Colors of the Caprock

Caprock Canyons State Park & Trailway
In this special outdoor lesson, we will be inspired by the rich hues of the Caprock Canyons landscape and its breathtaking palette.
Jul 26
8:30a
End Date

Nature Hike

Tyler State Park
It's the last hike of the month!
Jul 26
9:00a
End Date

Nature Walk on the Wild Side

Davis Mountains State Park
Explore the park's primitive side on a guided nature walk.
Jul 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.
Jul 26
9:00a
End Date

Storybook Stroll

Dinosaur Valley State Park
Take a stroll through a story, where every step brings a new adventure to life!
Jul 26
9:00a
End Date

Setting the Hook Fishing Tournament at Greenline Park

San Antonio, TX - Greenline Park
Come out and catch some fun, at this free family fishing event!
Jul 26
9:00a
End Date

Tails on the Trails

Eisenhower State Park
Take a rescue pup on an adventure!
Jul 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.
Jul 26
9:00a
End Date

Coffee with the Birds - Bird Hike

Lake Whitney State Park
Join us for a peaceful and scenic "Coffee with the Birds Bird Hike" on the Two Bridges Trail! Enjoy a relaxing morning hike through beautiful nature while sipping coffee and observing local bird species. It’s a perfect opportunity to connect with fellow nature enthusiasts, learn about the local wildlife, and start your day in a refreshing way. Don't miss out on this fun and educational experience—bring your friends, your curiosity, and your love for the outdoors! See you there!
Jul 26
9:00a
End Date

Summer Bark at the Park

Cedar Hill State Park
Bring your pup for a summertime walk along the lake!
Jul 26
9:00a
End Date

Colors of the Canyon

Government Canyon State Natural Area
Create beautiful artwork that captures the colors of a summer day at Government Canyon.
Jul 26
9:00a
End Date

Birding with a Ranger

Inks Lake State Park
Discover the birds that visit Inks Lake State Park!
Jul 26
9:00a
End Date

Fish with a Ranger

Buescher State Park
Learn how to cast a line at Buescher Lake!
Jul 26
9:15a
End Date

Guided Hike to Sunburst Shelter

Devils River State Natural Area - Dan A. Hughes Unit
Come on a guide hike to the past! Learn about the rock art at Sunburst Shelter.
Jul 26
10:00a
End Date

Microscopic Water Bugs

Choke Canyon State Park - Calliham Unit
What's in the lake water? Let's find out!
Jul 26
10:00a
End Date

Fun & Games Outpost

Bonham State Park
Play, laugh, and have fun with activities handed down through the generations.
Jul 26
10:00a
End Date

Tide Talk and Walk

Mustang Island State Park
Join a Ranger on a morning stroll along the beach! Learn about barrier island ecology & see what sorts of animals we can spot along the way!
Jul 26
10:00a
End Date

Bay Exploration

Galveston Island State Park
Explore the marsh and bay ecosystems, on land and below the surface.
Jul 26
10:00a
End Date

All About Us: a Guided Hike

Brazos Bend State Park
Join us to experience the park, like it's your first time, on our Creekfield Lake Trail.
Jul 26
10:00a
End Date

River Bugs, Oh My!

Guadalupe River State Park
Join us as we discover what lives in the river!
Jul 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!
Jul 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.
Jul 26
10:00a
End Date

Rice Family Log Home Tour

Mission Tejas State Park
Come experience the history of the Rice Family Log Home with the park interpreter!
Jul 26
10:00a
End Date

Kayaking 101

Blanco State Park
Learn the basics of kayaking! Pre-registration is required.
Jul 26
10:00a
End Date

Crafting with a Ranger

McKinney Falls State Park
Join us for a fun craft
Jul 26
10:00a
End Date

Guided Kayak Tour to the Devil's Waterhole

Inks Lake State Park
Learn kayaking basics then join park Rangers for fun kayak trip.
Jul 26
10:00a
End Date

Skins and Skulls

South Llano River State Park
Explore REAL skull and fur specimens and learn how their different adaptations help them survive in their environments!
Jul 26
10:00a
End Date

Become a Junior Ranger

Cooper Lake State Park - Doctors Creek Unit
Join a Ranger for a fun, hands-on adventure to learn what it takes to become a Junior Ranger!
Jul 26
10:00a
End Date

Geocaching 101

Lockhart State Park
Join us for a high-tech treasure hunt!
Jul 26
10:00a
End Date

Ranch Roots - Brands, Butter and Buckskin

Saddle up for a hands-on journey through ranch life!
Jul 26
10:00a
End Date

Color Crazy

Lake Casa Blanca International State Park
Discover all the different ways animals use color from camouflage to warning signs!
Jul 26
10:00a
End Date

Angler Education Instructor Training Workshop - Pearland

Pearland, TX - Deloris Fenwick Nature Center
Become a TPWD Certified Angler Education Instructor
Jul 26
10:30a
End Date

Dutch Oven Cooking Program

Lake Brownwood State Park
Join us to learn the history and use of Dutch ovens and sample some tasty food!
Jul 26
11:00a
End Date

Junior Ranger Academy

Dinosaur Valley State Park
Learn to think like a real park ranger!
Jul 26
11:00a
End Date

Turtle Talk

Eisenhower State Park
From land to water, our turtles are vital to our ecosystem!
Jul 26
11:00a
End Date

Let's Be Pal-igators

Sheldon Lake State Park & Environmental Learning Center
Crikey! Scute on over to the park to learn more about the American alligator!
Jul 26
11:00a
End Date

Sunny Day

Tyler State Park
Soak up the sun!
Jul 26
1:00p
End Date

Critters of LCCSP

Lake Corpus Christi State Park
Learn about the wild animals of the park.
Jul 26
1:00p
End Date

Native American Atlatl Hunting

Choke Canyon State Park - Calliham Unit
A family-friendly blast to the past. Hunt like ancient people used to, with real Atlatls!
Jul 26
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!
Jul 26
1:15p
End Date

Superstar Sun

Colorado Bend State Park
See the Sun on a whole new level through a solar scope!
Jul 26
2:00p
End Date

Meet The Longhorns

Copper Breaks State Park
Meet some of the official state longhorn herd!
Jul 26
2:00p
End Date

Art in the Park

Lake Bob Sandlin State Park
Make memories of your park with art!
Jul 26
2:00p
End Date

Wildcraft

Lake Corpus Christi State Park
Make a craft to remember the park by!
Jul 26
2:00p
End Date

Roving Ranger Rex

Dinosaur Valley State Park
Stop by the Dino Models to ask Ranger Laney any of your questions about Dinosaur Valley, plus see what fun activities she has for you!
Jul 26
2:00p
End Date

Roving Ranger

Eisenhower State Park
Stop by our ranger's table to see the feature of the week!
Jul 26
2:00p
End Date

Native American Atlatl Hunting

Choke Canyon State Park - Calliham Unit
A family-friendly blast to the past. Hunt like ancient people used to, with real Atlatls!
Jul 26
2:00p
End Date

Sunny Days Sun Craft

Lake Tawakoni State Park
Learn about the sun and why it makes summer so hot!
Jul 26
2:00p
End Date

Going Batty - Bat Craft

Bastrop State Park
Learn about some Texas Bats and build your own bat to take home with you!
Jul 26
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!
Jul 26
2:30p
End Date

Reptiles with a Ranger

Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to meet some of our native reptiles!
Jul 26
2:30p
End Date

Tejas Watercolors

Mission Tejas State Park
Come express yourself artistically with watercolors!
Jul 26
3:30p
End Date

Planetarium Show: In the Sky This Month

Copper Breaks State Park
Learn about some deep sky objects visible in the sky this month from the comfort of our planetarium!
Jul 26
4:00p
End Date

Oysters: The Pearl of Goose Island

Goose Island State Park
How do oysters provide protection to the coast? Come find out!
Jul 26
6:00p
End Date

Fort Davis Ranger Talk - Summer Program Series

Davis Mountains State Park
Enjoy an evening program with interpreters from Fort Davis National Historic Site. A variety of topics will be covered every Saturday through early August.
Jul 26
6:30p
End Date

Skins & Skulls

Purtis Creek State Park
What lives here? Come explore our collection and find out!
Jul 26
7:30p
End Date

Nature Journaling at Sunset

Caprock Canyons State Park & Trailway
Cool off with some lemonade and nature journaling
Jul 26
8:00p
End Date

Night Ride

Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley State Park
Join a park naturalist and explore the park after dark.
Jul 26
8:00p
End Date

Intro to Astro

Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
Join a ranger and volunteers for an introduction to astronomy at our International Dark Sky Park.
Jul 26
8:00p
End Date

Bat-er to Hear You With

Resaca de la Palma State Park
Join a ranger for a moon-lit evening as we explore some of our park’s most mysterious residents.
Jul 26
8:30p
End Date

Charting the Stars

Purtis Creek State Park
Join a ranger to craft a star chart & explore the constellations!
Jul 26
8:30p
End Date

National Moth Week: Moth Exploration

Goose Island State Park
It's National Moth Week! Join us in discovering the nocturnal pollinators of Goose Island.
Jul 26
8:45p
End Date

Stargazing

Cooper Lake State Park - South Sulphur Unit
Starry nights are seen out here!
Jul 26
9:00p
End Date

Star Walk

Copper Breaks State Park
Observe the stars and planets through a telescope at Copper Breaks!
Jul 26
9:00p
End Date

Star Stories

Lockhart State Park
Discover the constellations that decorate our summer sky and listen to the exciting tales that surround them!
Jul 26
9:00p
End Date

Stargazing the Texas Night Sky

Lake Mineral Wells State Park & Trailway
“The stars at night are big and bright …” Learn more about one of Texas’ best natural resources – the night sky.
Jul 27
7:30a
End Date

Last Sunday Hike - Lazy Cow

Franklin Mountains State Park
Join a park ranger on a guided hike through the Eastern foothills of the Franklin Mountains.
Jul 27
8:30a
End Date

World Birding Center Birding Tours

Estero Llano Grande State Park
All ages and skill-levels are welcome on this two-hour tour of the park, finding as many species of birds as possible, especially the 30 that are termed Valley Specialties.
Jul 27
8:30a
End Date

Sunday Honey Creek Guided Walk

Honey Creek State Natural Area
Experience the natural and cultural history of Honey Creek!
Jul 27
9:00a
End Date

Storybook Stroll

Dinosaur Valley State Park
Take a stroll through a story, where every step brings a new adventure to life!
Jul 27
9:00a
End Date

Guided Hike with a Ranger

Inks Lake State Park
Join a ranger on a hike to the Devil's Waterhole!
Jul 27
9:15a
End Date

Guided Hike to Sunburst Shelter

Devils River State Natural Area - Dan A. Hughes Unit
Come on a guide hike to the past! Learn about the rock art at Sunburst Shelter.
Jul 27
9:30a
End Date

Batty About Bats

Colorado Bend State Park
Learn about the importance of bats here in Texas!
Jul 27
10:00a
End Date

All About Us: a Guided Hike

Brazos Bend State Park
Join us to experience the park, like it's your first time, on our Creekfield Lake Trail.
Jul 27
10:00a
End Date

Hike like a Geologist

Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
Take a hike through time with a geologist and learn more about ERSNA and how to make any hike a GEOLOGY HIKE! An hour plus of fairly easy hiking and observing, starting at the Summit Trail gazebo.
Jul 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!
Jul 27
10:00a
End Date

Peak Preparedness - Trail Safety Tips

Davis Mountains State Park
Want to explore our desert trails? Park host Terry will cover the basics to ensure you have what it takes to stay safe.
Jul 27
10:00a
End Date

Wildlife Discovery

Lake Casa Blanca International State Park
Learn from a ranger about the different wild animals at the park and how to be safe around them!
Jul 27
10:00a
End Date

Fishing 101

Lockhart State Park
Join Ranger Chris for an introduction to fishing!
Jul 27
11:00a
End Date

Dinosaur Hunt

Dinosaur Valley State Park
Track down the dinosaurs that have gotten loose in Dinosaur Valley!
Jul 27
11:00a
End Date

Solar Powered Crafts

Mustang Island State Park
Come make arts and crafts using the power of the sun! Fun for all ages!
Jul 27
11:00a
End Date

Track Talk

Sheldon Lake State Park & Environmental Learning Center
Can you identify a critter's tracks?
Jul 27
1:00p
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!
Jul 27
1:00p
End Date

Sunday Open Castle

Lake Corpus Christi State Park
Look inside the historic CCC Refectory and ask the Park Ranger any questions you might have.
Jul 27
2:00p
End Date

Electric Tram Tour

Estero Llano Grande State Park
Join us on a narrated ranger-driven, two-hour tour of the park in a quiet electric tram. Reservations required: (956) 565-3919.
Jul 27
2:00p
End Date

Stay Cool

Lake Tawakoni State Park
When Texas turns up the heat, how does our wildlife keep their cool?
Jul 27
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!
Jul 27
3:00p
End Date

Shell and Tell

Mustang Island State Park
Get hands on with coastal curiosities and the shells of creatures that help shape our shores and society!
Jul 27
7:00p
End Date

Pollinator Hike: Pocket Prairies

Bonham State Park
Join a Ranger for a gentle, family-friendly hike through the park’s beautiful pocket prairies to discover the buzzing world of pollinators!
Jul 29
12:00p
End Date

Lunch & Learn: Chronic Wasting Disease

Bulverde, TX - Mammen Family Public Library
Join Texas Parks and Wildlife and the Mammen Family Public Library for a special Lunch & Learn session focused on an important topic affecting Texas wildlife: Chronic Wasting Disease (CWD).
Jul 30
9:00a
End Date

Project WILD Workshop - Sarita

Sarita, TX - Sarita Elementary School
Professional development for anyone who works in education with children or the public, including teachers, homeschoolers, informal educators, and scout leaders
Jul 31
9:00a
End Date

Hike With Homeless Dogs

Davis Mountains State Park
Help a homeless dog have a great time on the trail!
Jul 31
9:00a
End Date

2025 Deer Survey Methods

Online
Join TPWD biologists as they present about the various methods used to survey deer.
Jul 31
10:00a
End Date

Tide Talk and Walk

Mustang Island State Park
Join a Ranger on a morning stroll along the beach! Learn about barrier island ecology & see what sorts of animals we can spot along the way!
Jul 31
2:00p
End Date

Electric Tram Tour

Estero Llano Grande State Park
Join us on a narrated ranger-driven, two-hour tour of the park in a quiet electric tram. Reservations required: (956) 565-3919.
Jul 31
5:30p
End Date

Friends of Stephen F. Austin State Park – Monthly Meeting

Stephen F. Austin State Park
Join Us – Become a Friend of Stephen F. Austin State Park!
Jul 31
8:30p
End Date

Night Hike

Galveston Island State Park
The night is full of surprises, if you only know where to look.

August 2025

Aug 1
9:00a
End Date

Master Naturalist Hike

Davis Mountains State Park
Take an introductory deep dive into the Davis Mountains on this moderate walk 'n' talk.
Aug 1
9:00a
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 1
10:30a
End Date

Butterfly and Dragonfly Tours

Estero Llano Grande State Park
Join us on a ranger-led tour for all ages and experience levels through the park noting these beautiful insects, some found nowhere else but in South Texas. This tour is for YOU!
Aug 1
12:00p
End Date

ONLINE PROGRAM | Fun Facts: Golden Eagles

Facebook/WylerAerialTramwayStatePark
Second largest bird of prey in North America.
Aug 1
2:00p
End Date

Meet The Longhorns

Copper Breaks State Park
Meet some of the official state longhorn herd!
Aug 1
3:00p
End Date

Shell and Tell

Mustang Island State Park
Get hands on with coastal curiosities and the shells of creatures that help shape our shores and society!
Aug 1
6:45p
End Date

Clarity Tunnel Bat Tours

Caprock Canyons State Park & Trailway
Come along for the ride on our trailway with a ranger!
Aug 1
7:30p
End Date

🌅 Golden Hour Bird Walk

Galveston Island State Park
Explore the wonderful world of birds without the need for an alarm clock!
Aug 2
8:00a
End Date

C.A.S.T. for Kids - Rockport Beach

Rockport, TX - Rockport Beach
Do you have a child with special needs? Bring them out to fish!
Aug 2
8:00a
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.
Aug 2
8:30a
End Date

World Birding Center Birding Tours

Estero Llano Grande State Park
All ages and skill-levels are welcome on this two-hour tour of the park, finding as many species of birds as possible, especially the 30 that are termed Valley Specialties.
Aug 2
8:30a
End Date

Saturday Honey Creek Guided Walk

Honey Creek State Natural Area
Experience the natural and cultural history of Honey Creek!
Aug 2
8:30a
End Date

Guided Summit Hike

Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
Join a ranger or volunteer for a morning hike on our most popular trail.
Aug 2
9:00a
End Date

Lake Hike

Abilene State Park
Get outside, get fit!
Aug 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!
Aug 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!
Aug 2
9:00a
End Date

Shade Tree Journaling

Government Canyon State Natural Area
Slow down, find a shady spot, and deepen your experience of the natural world with mindful observations.
Aug 2
9:15a
End Date

Guided Hike to Sunburst Shelter

Devils River State Natural Area - Dan A. Hughes Unit
Come on a guide hike to the past! Learn about the rock art at Sunburst Shelter.
Aug 2
10:00a
End Date

Coffee with a Ranger

Bonham State Park
Do you have any questions about the park? Stop by and ask away.
Aug 2
10:00a
End Date

Tide Talk and Walk

Mustang Island State Park
Join a Ranger on a morning stroll along the beach! Learn about barrier island ecology & see what sorts of animals we can spot along the way!
Aug 2
10:00a
End Date

Animals of the Park Discovery Table

Lockhart State Park
Stop by Park HQ to test your nature knowledge! Drop in any time between 10am-2pm.
Aug 2
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?
Aug 2
10:00a
End Date

All About Us: a Guided Hike

Brazos Bend State Park
Join us to experience the park, like it's your first time, on our Creekfield Lake Trail.
Aug 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!
Aug 2
10:00a
End Date

1st Saturday Nature Walk

Stephen F. Austin State Park
Explore the Wonders of the forest on a fun and informative guided hike.
Aug 2
11:00a
End Date

Sea Center Shark Celebration

Sea Center Texas
Join Sea Center Texas for an afternoon of shark exploration!
Aug 2
2:00p
End Date

Meet The Longhorns

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

Geocaching 101

Abilene State Park
Learn about Geocaching with a ranger!
Aug 2
4:00p
End Date

Bison Grocery Store

Caprock Canyons State Park & Trailway
This isn't your ordinary grocery store...
Aug 2
6:00p
End Date

Fort Davis Ranger Talk - Summer Program Series

Davis Mountains State Park
Enjoy an evening program with interpreters from Fort Davis National Historic Site. A variety of topics will be covered every Saturday through early August.
Aug 2
8:00p
End Date

Star Party with the San Antonio Astronomical Association

Guadalupe River State Park
Join us for stargazing and planet watching!
Aug 2
8:00p
End Date

Bat O'Clock

Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
Join Ranger Hannah and Blanco State Park's Ranger Katy for a chitchat about bats.
Aug 2
8:30p
End Date

August Inks Lake Star Party

Inks Lake State Park
Join the Austin Astronomical Society and use their equipment for some amazing stargazing!
Aug 3
8:30a
End Date

World Birding Center Birding Tours

Estero Llano Grande State Park
All ages and skill-levels are welcome on this two-hour tour of the park, finding as many species of birds as possible, especially the 30 that are termed Valley Specialties.
Aug 3
8:30a
End Date

Sunday Honey Creek Guided Walk

Honey Creek State Natural Area
Experience the natural and cultural history of Honey Creek!
Aug 3
9:00a
End Date

Frog Pond Frolic

Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
Join a ranger for a short hike out to Frog Pond and explore some of the aquatic life of the park!
Aug 3
9:00a
End Date

Bug Out!

Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
Rangers will be sharing information about some of the many insects that call Enchanted Rock home on the porch at the headquarters building.
Aug 3
9:15a
End Date

Guided Hike to Sunburst Shelter

Devils River State Natural Area - Dan A. Hughes Unit
Come on a guide hike to the past! Learn about the rock art at Sunburst Shelter.
Aug 3
10:00a
End Date

All About Us: a Guided Hike

Brazos Bend State Park
Join us to experience the park, like it's your first time, on our Creekfield Lake Trail.
Aug 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!
Aug 3
11:30a
End Date

Safety is a Summit

Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
Stop by our heat and hiking safety table to learn about the best ways to prepare for your outdoor adventures with a ranger!
Aug 3
2:00p
End Date

Electric Tram Tour

Estero Llano Grande State Park
Join us on a narrated ranger-driven, two-hour tour of the park in a quiet electric tram. Reservations required: (956) 565-3919.
Aug 3
3:00p
End Date

Shell and Tell

Mustang Island State Park
Get hands on with coastal curiosities and the shells of creatures that help shape our shores and society!
Aug 6
9:00a
End Date

Project WILD Workshop - Tyler

Tyler, TX - Tyler Nature Center
Professional development for anyone who works in education with children or the public, including teachers, homeschoolers, informal educators, and scout leaders
Aug 7
8:30a
End Date

Guided Hike at New Southern Enchanted Rock Property

Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
Join a ranger for a 2.0-mile guided hike at Enchanted Rock State Natural Area’s newly acquired southern property.
Aug 7
9:00a
End Date

Hike With Homeless Dogs

Davis Mountains State Park
Help a homeless dog have a great time on the trail!
Aug 7
9:00a
End Date

Angler Education Instructor Training Workshop - Cedar Hill State Park

Cedar Hill State Park
Become a TPWD Certified Angler Education Instructor
Aug 7
9:00a
End Date

Scenic Overlook Nature Walk

Guadalupe River State Park
Join us on the first two Thursdays of the month this summer for an easy nature walk with a beautiful view!
Aug 7
10:00a
End Date

Tide Talk and Walk

Mustang Island State Park
Join a Ranger on a morning stroll along the beach! Learn about barrier island ecology & see what sorts of animals we can spot along the way!
Aug 7
2:00p
End Date

Electric Tram Tour

Estero Llano Grande State Park
Join us on a narrated ranger-driven, two-hour tour of the park in a quiet electric tram. Reservations required: (956) 565-3919.
Aug 8
9:00a
End Date

Master Naturalist Hike

Davis Mountains State Park
Take an introductory deep dive into the Davis Mountains on this moderate walk 'n' talk.
Aug 8
9:00a
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 8
10:30a
End Date

Butterfly and Dragonfly Tours

Estero Llano Grande State Park
Join us on a ranger-led tour for all ages and experience levels through the park noting these beautiful insects, some found nowhere else but in South Texas. This tour is for YOU!
Aug 8
2:00p
End Date

Meet The Longhorns

Copper Breaks State Park
Meet some of the official state longhorn herd!
Aug 8
3:00p
End Date

Shell and Tell

Mustang Island State Park
Get hands on with coastal curiosities and the shells of creatures that help shape our shores and society!
Aug 8
3:00p
End Date

Hiss-teria

Caprock Canyons State Park & Trailway
Wrangle some knowledge!
Aug 8
6:45p
End Date

Clarity Tunnel Bat Tours

Caprock Canyons State Park & Trailway
Come along for the ride on our trailway with a ranger!
Aug 8
7:00p
End Date

🌅 Kayaking 101: Sunset Paddle 🚣

Galveston Island State Park
New to kayaking? Join us for a relaxed, beginner-friendly intro as the sun sets over the bay!
Aug 8
8:00p
End Date

Night Creatures

Bonham State Park
Discover the wild side of Bonham State Park’ s nightlife.
Aug 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!
Aug 9
8:00a
End Date

Bird Outing

Lake Arrowhead State Park
Join the Texas Master Naturalists: Rolling Plains chapter to look for birds
Aug 9
8:30a
End Date

World Birding Center Birding Tours

Estero Llano Grande State Park
All ages and skill-levels are welcome on this two-hour tour of the park, finding as many species of birds as possible, especially the 30 that are termed Valley Specialties.
Aug 9
8:30a
End Date

Saturday Honey Creek Guided Walk

Honey Creek State Natural Area
Experience the natural and cultural history of Honey Creek!
Aug 9
8:30a
End Date

Guided Summit Hike

Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
Join a ranger or volunteer for a morning hike on our most popular trail.
Aug 9
8:30a
End Date

Listen For The Birds

Caprock Canyons State Park & Trailway
Do you hear that?
Aug 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.
Aug 9
9:00a
End Date

Cooking on the Dance Floor

Abilene State Park
Learn to cook the old fashioned way!
Aug 9
9:00a
End Date

Ranger Reveal

Hill Country State Natural Area
Accompany Ranger Augie as he details mammals via the skulls and skins of HCSNA native, and invasive species. Engage in discussions of legend, lore and facts regarding the animals that inhabit HCSNA.
Aug 9
9:00a
End Date

Angler Education Instructor Training Workshop - Lake Whitney State Park

Lake Whitney State Park
Become a TPWD Certified Angler Education Instructor
Aug 9
9:15a
End Date

Guided Hike to Sunburst Shelter

Devils River State Natural Area - Dan A. Hughes Unit
Come on a guide hike to the past! Learn about the rock art at Sunburst Shelter.
Aug 9
9:30a
End Date

Wildflower Walk

Lake Brownwood State Park
Join us to learn about flowers in bloom and other plants in the park!
Aug 9
10:00a
End Date

Dutch Oven Cooking 101

Lake Somerville State Park - Birch Creek Unit
Let's get cooking! Join us to get a taste of Dutch oven knowledge...and maybe even a taste of yummy Dutch oven cooking!
Aug 9
10:00a
End Date

Second Saturday Nature Series at Honey Creek Ranch *Registration Required*

Honey Creek State Natural Area
Come explore, learn, and connect with nature in this unique setting!
Aug 9
10:00a
End Date

Tide Talk and Walk

Mustang Island State Park
Join a Ranger on a morning stroll along the beach! Learn about barrier island ecology & see what sorts of animals we can spot along the way!
Aug 9
10:00a
End Date

All About Us: a Guided Hike

Brazos Bend State Park
Join us to experience the park, like it's your first time, on our Creekfield Lake Trail.
Aug 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!
Aug 9
2:00p
End Date

Meet The Longhorns

Copper Breaks State Park
Meet some of the official state longhorn herd!
Aug 9
2:00p
End Date

Skins & Skulls

Abilene State Park
Have you ever wondered what the fur of wild animals felt like?
Aug 9
2:30p
End Date

Reptiles with a Ranger

Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to meet some of our native reptiles!
Aug 9
6:30p
End Date

Music in the Park

Caprock Canyons State Park & Trailway
Live folk music!
Aug 9
8:00p
End Date

Cosmic Creepy Crawlies Night Hike

Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
Join us for a night hike on our Loop Trail! This easy hike will take brave visitors spider snuffing and scorpion spotting all the way out to our Scenic Overlook, where we will discuss some of the misconceptions about these arachnids and their presence in our constellations.
Aug 9
8:00p
End Date

S'mores and Games night

Franklin Mountains State Park
Happy Campfire Day! Join us for a fun evening around the fire sharing s'mores, games, and good times.
Aug 10
8:30a
End Date

World Birding Center Birding Tours

Estero Llano Grande State Park
All ages and skill-levels are welcome on this two-hour tour of the park, finding as many species of birds as possible, especially the 30 that are termed Valley Specialties.
Aug 10
8:30a
End Date

Sunday Honey Creek Guided Walk

Honey Creek State Natural Area
Experience the natural and cultural history of Honey Creek!
Aug 10
9:00a
End Date

Kayak through time

Inks Lake State Park
Come kayak with us, and learn about the history and geology of Inks Lake State Park
Aug 10
9:00a
End Date

Hike like a Geologist

Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
Take a hike through time with a geologist and learn more about ERSNA and how to make any hike a GEOLOGY HIKE! An hour plus of fairly easy hiking and observing, starting at the Summit Trail gazebo.
Aug 10
9:15a
End Date

Guided Hike to Sunburst Shelter

Devils River State Natural Area - Dan A. Hughes Unit
Come on a guide hike to the past! Learn about the rock art at Sunburst Shelter.
Aug 10
10:00a
End Date

All About Us: a Guided Hike

Brazos Bend State Park
Join us to experience the park, like it's your first time, on our Creekfield Lake Trail.
Aug 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!
Aug 10
1:00p
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!
Aug 10
2:00p
End Date

Electric Tram Tour

Estero Llano Grande State Park
Join us on a narrated ranger-driven, two-hour tour of the park in a quiet electric tram. Reservations required: (956) 565-3919.
Aug 10
3:00p
End Date

Shell and Tell

Mustang Island State Park
Get hands on with coastal curiosities and the shells of creatures that help shape our shores and society!
Aug 13
4:00p
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!
Aug 13
7:45p
End Date

Night Critter Crawl

Franklin Mountains State Park
Join the Franklin Mountains Rangers for an evening hike to explore the night life at Franklin Mountains State Park.
Aug 13
8:30p
End Date

Perseids Party!

Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
Stargaze with us and see some meteors on the second night of the Perseids Meteor Shower!
Aug 14
9:00a
End Date

Hike With Homeless Dogs

Davis Mountains State Park
Help a homeless dog have a great time on the trail!
Aug 14
9:00a
End Date

Scenic Overlook Nature Walk

Guadalupe River State Park
Join us on the first two Thursdays of the month this summer for an easy nature walk with a beautiful view!
Aug 14
10:00a
End Date

Tide Talk and Walk

Mustang Island State Park
Join a Ranger on a morning stroll along the beach! Learn about barrier island ecology & see what sorts of animals we can spot along the way!
Aug 14
2:00p
End Date

Electric Tram Tour

Estero Llano Grande State Park
Join us on a narrated ranger-driven, two-hour tour of the park in a quiet electric tram. Reservations required: (956) 565-3919.
Aug 15
9:00a
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 15
10:30a
End Date

Butterfly and Dragonfly Tours

Estero Llano Grande State Park
Join us on a ranger-led tour for all ages and experience levels through the park noting these beautiful insects, some found nowhere else but in South Texas. This tour is for YOU!
Aug 15
2:00p
End Date

Meet The Longhorns

Copper Breaks State Park
Meet some of the official state longhorn herd!
Aug 15
6:30p
End Date

Clarity Tunnel Bat Tours

Caprock Canyons State Park & Trailway
Come along for the ride on our trailway with a ranger!
Aug 15
7:30p
End Date

🌅 Golden Hour Bird Walk

Galveston Island State Park
Explore the wonderful world of birds without the need for an alarm clock!
Aug 15
8:00p
End Date

History of Enchanted Rock- Campfire Chat

Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
Sit around the campfire with a ranger and volunteer and learn about the geologic and human history of our State Natural Area.
Aug 16
7:30a
End Date

Women's Hike - Lower Sunset

Franklin Mountains State Park
Come explore the beautiful Chihuahuan Desert with other women, led by a female ranger or volunteer. Learn about best hiking practices and the unique desert ecosystems. This hike is open to women of all experience levels who are excited to spend more quality time outdoors.
Aug 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.
Aug 16
8:30a
End Date

Saturday Honey Creek Guided Walk

Honey Creek State Natural Area
Experience the natural and cultural history of Honey Creek!
Aug 16
8:30a
End Date

Guided Summit Hike

Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
Join a ranger or volunteer for a morning hike on our most popular trail.
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
9:00a
End Date

Volunteer Workday

Eisenhower State Park
Let's work together to preserve our park's beauty!
Aug 16
9:00a
End Date

Angler Education Instructor Training Workshop - San Antonio

San Antonio, TX - Bass Pro Shop
Become a TPWD certified Angler Education Instructor
Aug 16
9:15a
End Date

Guided Hike to Sunburst Shelter

Devils River State Natural Area - Dan A. Hughes Unit
Come on a guide hike to the past! Learn about the rock art at Sunburst Shelter.
Aug 16
9:30a
End Date

Wildflower Walk

Lake Brownwood State Park
Join us to learn about flowers in bloom and other plants in the park!
Aug 16
10:00a
End Date

Camp Cooking Basics

Bonham State Park
Feast your eyes, and your tongue, on cooking options before your next adventure into the outdoors.
Aug 16
10:00a
End Date

Junior Ranger Hike

Abilene State Park
An informative hike led by a ranger for youth and their parents!
Aug 16
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.
Aug 16
10:00a
End Date

Tide Talk and Walk

Mustang Island State Park
Join a Ranger on a morning stroll along the beach! Learn about barrier island ecology & see what sorts of animals we can spot along the way!
Aug 16
10:00a
End Date

Animals of the Park Discovery Table

Lockhart State Park
Stop by Park HQ to test your nature knowledge! Drop in any time between 10am-2pm.
Aug 16
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?
Aug 16
10:00a
End Date

All About Us: a Guided Hike

Brazos Bend State Park
Join us to experience the park, like it's your first time, on our Creekfield Lake Trail.
Aug 16
10:00a
End Date

Track Talk

Dinosaur Valley State Park
Gather round and hear the 113-million-year-old story of our dinosaur tracks!
Aug 16
11:15a
End Date

CCC Trail Hike

Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to learn about the Civilian Conservation Corps in our park!
Aug 16
2:00p
End Date

Meet The Longhorns

Copper Breaks State Park
Meet some of the official state longhorn herd!
Aug 16
2:00p
End Date

Nature Journaling

Abilene State Park
Learn to connect deeper with nature and to sharpen your perceptions!
Aug 16
2:00p
End Date

Safety is a Summit

Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
Stop by our heat and hiking safety table to learn about the best ways to prepare for your outdoor adventures with a ranger!
Aug 16
2:00p
End Date

Frontier Tea Party

Fort Richardson State Park & Historic Site / Lost Creek Reservoir State Trailway
Join us as we step back in time with Tea.
Aug 16
7:30p
End Date

Nature Journaling at Sunset

Caprock Canyons State Park & Trailway
Try and cool off this evening....
Aug 16
8:30p
End Date

Meteor Shower Star Party

Choke Canyon State Park - Calliham Unit
Adults and children can view the Perseid Meteor Shower with telescopes, s'mores and more!
Aug 16
9:00p
End Date

Star Party

Dinosaur Valley State Park
Celebrate the night sky and learn from real astronomers!
Aug 16
9:00p
End Date

Night Hike (RSVP REQUIRED)

Abilene State Park
Join a ranger for an after-hours night hike!
Aug 17
8:00a
End Date

Geocaching 101

Franklin Mountains State Park
Get ready for national geocaching day by going on a modern-day treasure hunt in Franklin Mountains State Park!
Aug 17
8:30a
End Date

World Birding Center Birding Tours

Estero Llano Grande State Park
All ages and skill-levels are welcome on this two-hour tour of the park, finding as many species of birds as possible, especially the 30 that are termed Valley Specialties.
Aug 17
8:30a
End Date

Sunday Honey Creek Guided Walk

Honey Creek State Natural Area
Experience the natural and cultural history of Honey Creek!
Aug 17
9:00a
End Date

🚣‍♀️ Magical Morning Paddle on the Bay 🌊

Galveston Island State Park
Start your day gliding across the calm waters of Galveston Bay—it’s peaceful, scenic, and unforgettable! Registration required!
Aug 17
9:15a
End Date

Guided Hike to Sunburst Shelter

Devils River State Natural Area - Dan A. Hughes Unit
Come on a guide hike to the past! Learn about the rock art at Sunburst Shelter.
Aug 17
10:00a
End Date

All About Us: a Guided Hike

Brazos Bend State Park
Join us to experience the park, like it's your first time, on our Creekfield Lake Trail.
Aug 17
10:00a
End Date

Track Talk

Dinosaur Valley State Park
Gather round and hear the 113-million-year-old story of our dinosaur tracks!
Aug 17
2:00p
End Date

Electric Tram Tour

Estero Llano Grande State Park
Join us on a narrated ranger-driven, two-hour tour of the park in a quiet electric tram. Reservations required: (956) 565-3919.
Aug 20
8:30a
End Date

Guided Hike at New Northern Enchanted Rock Property

Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
Join a ranger for a first glimpse at the newest addition to Enchanted Rock State Natural Area, to the north of the main park.
Aug 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!
Aug 21
9:00a
End Date

Hike With Homeless Dogs

Davis Mountains State Park
Help a homeless dog have a great time on the trail!
Aug 21
10:00a
End Date

Tide Talk and Walk

Mustang Island State Park
Join a Ranger on a morning stroll along the beach! Learn about barrier island ecology & see what sorts of animals we can spot along the way!
Aug 21
2:00p
End Date

Electric Tram Tour

Estero Llano Grande State Park
Join us on a narrated ranger-driven, two-hour tour of the park in a quiet electric tram. Reservations required: (956) 565-3919.
Aug 22
9:00a
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 22
10:00a
End Date

Hydrate with a Ranger

Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
Water? Check. Map? Check. Electrolytes? We have you covered.
Aug 22
10:30a
End Date

Butterfly and Dragonfly Tours

Estero Llano Grande State Park
Join us on a ranger-led tour for all ages and experience levels through the park noting these beautiful insects, some found nowhere else but in South Texas. This tour is for YOU!
Aug 22
2:00p
End Date

Meet The Longhorns

Copper Breaks State Park
Meet some of the official state longhorn herd!
Aug 22
3:00p
End Date

The American Bison

Caprock Canyons State Park & Trailway
Dive into the Southern Plains Bison!
Aug 22
6:30p
End Date

Clarity Tunnel Bat Tours

Caprock Canyons State Park & Trailway
Come along for the ride on our trailway with a ranger!
Aug 22
8:00p
End Date

Summer Night Sky

Bonham State Park
Night sky viewing
Aug 22
8:00p
End Date

Charting the Stars

Purtis Creek State Park
Join a ranger to craft a star chart & explore the constellations!
Aug 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.
Aug 23
8:30a
End Date

Saturday Honey Creek Guided Walk

Honey Creek State Natural Area
Experience the natural and cultural history of Honey Creek!
Aug 23
8:30a
End Date

Guided Summit Hike

Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
Join a ranger or volunteer for a morning hike on our most popular trail.
Aug 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.
Aug 23
9:15a
End Date

Guided Hike to Sunburst Shelter

Devils River State Natural Area - Dan A. Hughes Unit
Come on a guide hike to the past! Learn about the rock art at Sunburst Shelter.
Aug 23
9:30a
End Date

Wildflower Walk

Lake Brownwood State Park
Join us to learn about flowers in bloom and other plants in the park!
Aug 23
10:00a
End Date

All About Us: a Guided Hike

Brazos Bend State Park
Join us to experience the park, like it's your first time, on our Creekfield Lake Trail.
Aug 23
10:00a
End Date

Track Talk

Dinosaur Valley State Park
Gather round and hear the 113-million-year-old story of our dinosaur tracks!
Aug 23
10:00a
End Date

Angler Education Instructor Training Workshop - Bass Pro Shops, Pearland

Pearland, TX - Bass Pro Shops
Become a TPWD Certified Angler Education Instructor
Aug 23
2:00p
End Date

Meet The Longhorns

Copper Breaks State Park
Meet some of the official state longhorn herd!
Aug 23
2:30p
End Date

Reptiles with a Ranger

Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to meet some of our native reptiles!
Aug 23
6:30p
End Date

Music in the Park

Caprock Canyons State Park & Trailway
Folk Music at Caprock!
Aug 23
8:00p
End Date

Let's Celebrate the Moon, Stars and Planets Together!

Lake Whitney State Park
Enjoy an evening in the park viewing all you can see in the galaxy by using star maps, a laser pointer and telescopes. Retired National Park Ranger and Astronomer Larry Smith will guide you through these astronomical wonders.
Aug 23
9:00p
End Date

Star Walk

Copper Breaks State Park
Observe the stars and planets through a telescope at Copper Breaks!
Aug 23
9:30p
End Date

Star Party in the Borderlands *Reservations Required*

Big Bend Ranch State Park
The stars at night are big and bright✨✨✨! Join park rangers on a tour across our galactic neighborhood.
Aug 24
7:30a
End Date

Lantern-lit Mine Tour

Franklin Mountains State Park
Step back in time and explore the copper prospecting mine by lantern light.
Aug 24
8:30a
End Date

World Birding Center Birding Tours

Estero Llano Grande State Park
All ages and skill-levels are welcome on this two-hour tour of the park, finding as many species of birds as possible, especially the 30 that are termed Valley Specialties.
Aug 24
8:30a
End Date

Sunday Honey Creek Guided Walk

Honey Creek State Natural Area
Experience the natural and cultural history of Honey Creek!
Aug 24
9:00a
End Date

Hike like a Geologist

Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
Take a hike through time with a geologist and learn more about ERSNA and how to make any hike a GEOLOGY HIKE! An hour plus of fairly easy hiking and observing, starting at the Summit Trail gazebo.
Aug 24
9:15a
End Date

Guided Hike to Sunburst Shelter

Devils River State Natural Area - Dan A. Hughes Unit
Come on a guide hike to the past! Learn about the rock art at Sunburst Shelter.
Aug 24
10:00a
End Date

All About Us: a Guided Hike

Brazos Bend State Park
Join us to experience the park, like it's your first time, on our Creekfield Lake Trail.
Aug 24
10:00a
End Date

Track Talk

Dinosaur Valley State Park
Gather round and hear the 113-million-year-old story of our dinosaur tracks!
Aug 24
10:00a
End Date

Prospect Mine Tour

Franklin Mountains State Park
Join us for a hike out to the copper prospecting mines.
Aug 24
1:00p
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!
Aug 24
2:00p
End Date

Electric Tram Tour

Estero Llano Grande State Park
Join us on a narrated ranger-driven, two-hour tour of the park in a quiet electric tram. Reservations required: (956) 565-3919.
Aug 28
9:00a
End Date

Hike With Homeless Dogs

Davis Mountains State Park
Help a homeless dog have a great time on the trail!
Aug 28
10:00a
End Date

Tide Talk and Walk

Mustang Island State Park
Join a Ranger on a morning stroll along the beach! Learn about barrier island ecology & see what sorts of animals we can spot along the way!
Aug 28
2:00p
End Date

Electric Tram Tour

Estero Llano Grande State Park
Join us on a narrated ranger-driven, two-hour tour of the park in a quiet electric tram. Reservations required: (956) 565-3919.
Aug 28
5:30p
End Date

Friends of Stephen F. Austin State Park – Monthly Meeting

Stephen F. Austin State Park
Join Us – Become a Friend of Stephen F. Austin State Park!
Aug 29
8:30a
End Date

Path of the Bison

Caprock Canyons State Park & Trailway
Walk where the bison roam...
Aug 29
9:00a
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 29
10:30a
End Date

Butterfly and Dragonfly Tours

Estero Llano Grande State Park
Join us on a ranger-led tour for all ages and experience levels through the park noting these beautiful insects, some found nowhere else but in South Texas. This tour is for YOU!
Aug 29
2:00p
End Date

Meet The Longhorns

Copper Breaks State Park
Meet some of the official state longhorn herd!
Aug 29
6:15p
End Date

Clarity Tunnel Bat Tours

Caprock Canyons State Park & Trailway
Come along for a ride on our trailway with a ranger!
Aug 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.
Aug 30
8:30a
End Date

Saturday Honey Creek Guided Walk

Honey Creek State Natural Area
Experience the natural and cultural history of Honey Creek!
Aug 30
8:30a
End Date

Guided Summit Hike

Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
Join a ranger or volunteer for a morning hike on our most popular trail.
Aug 30
9:15a
End Date

Guided Hike to Sunburst Shelter

Devils River State Natural Area - Dan A. Hughes Unit
Come on a guide hike to the past! Learn about the rock art at Sunburst Shelter.
Aug 30
9:30a
End Date

Wildflower Walk

Lake Brownwood State Park
Join us to learn about flowers in bloom and other plants in the park!
Aug 30
10:00a
End Date

Tide Talk and Walk

Mustang Island State Park
Join a Ranger on a morning stroll along the beach! Learn about barrier island ecology & see what sorts of animals we can spot along the way!
Aug 30
10:00a
End Date

Animals of the Park Discovery Table

Lockhart State Park
Stop by Park HQ to test your nature knowledge! Drop in any time between 10am-2pm.
Aug 30
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?
Aug 30
10:00a
End Date

All About Us: a Guided Hike

Brazos Bend State Park
Join us to experience the park, like it's your first time, on our Creekfield Lake Trail.
Aug 30
10:00a
End Date

Track Talk

Dinosaur Valley State Park
Gather round and hear the 113-million-year-old story of our dinosaur tracks!
Aug 30
11:15a
End Date

CCC Trail Hike

Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to learn about the Civilian Conservation Corps in our park!
Aug 30
2:00p
End Date

Meet The Longhorns

Copper Breaks State Park
Meet some of the official state longhorn herd!
Aug 31
7:30a
End Date

Last Sunday Hike - Upper Sunset

Franklin Mountains State Park
Join a park ranger on a guided hike through the Western foothills of the Franklin Mountains.
Aug 31
8:30a
End Date

World Birding Center Birding Tours

Estero Llano Grande State Park
All ages and skill-levels are welcome on this two-hour tour of the park, finding as many species of birds as possible, especially the 30 that are termed Valley Specialties.
Aug 31
9:15a
End Date

Guided Hike to Sunburst Shelter

Devils River State Natural Area - Dan A. Hughes Unit
Come on a guide hike to the past! Learn about the rock art at Sunburst Shelter.
Aug 31
10:00a
End Date

All About Us: a Guided Hike

Brazos Bend State Park
Join us to experience the park, like it's your first time, on our Creekfield Lake Trail.
Aug 31
10:00a
End Date

Track Talk

Dinosaur Valley State Park
Gather round and hear the 113-million-year-old story of our dinosaur tracks!
Aug 31
2:00p
End Date

Electric Tram Tour

Estero Llano Grande State Park
Join us on a narrated ranger-driven, two-hour tour of the park in a quiet electric tram. Reservations required: (956) 565-3919.

September 2025

Sep 3
8:30a
End Date

Wingin' It on Wednesday

Caprock Canyons State Park & Trailway
Shhhhhhh...do you hear that?
Sep 5
8:00a
End Date

Birding Hike

Brazos Bend State Park
Brazos Bend State Park is home to over 300 species of birds making it the perfect place to bird-watch all year round!
Sep 5
9:00a
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 5
2:00p
End Date

Meet The Longhorns

Copper Breaks State Park
Meet some of the official state longhorn herd!
Sep 5
4:00p
End Date

Nature Journaling

Caprock Canyons State Park & Trailway
A beautiful evening with some inspirational nature journaling.
Sep 6
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.
Sep 6
9:00a
End Date

Lake Hike

Abilene State Park
Get outside, get fit!
Sep 6
9:00a
End Date

Dutch Oven Cooking

Daingerfield State Park
Interested in learning to cook in a Dutch oven over a campfire? Daingerfield State Park is the place to be!
Sep 6
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!
Sep 6
9:00a
End Date

Guided Summit Hike

Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
Join a ranger or volunteer for a morning hike on our most popular trail.
Sep 6
9:30a
End Date

Wildflower Walk

Lake Brownwood State Park
Join us to learn about flowers in bloom and other plants in the park!
Sep 6
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.
Sep 6
10:00a
End Date

Coffee with a Ranger

Bonham State Park
Do you have any questions about the park? Stop by and ask away.
Sep 6
10:00a
End Date

All About Us: a Guided Hike

Brazos Bend State Park
Join us to experience the park, like it's your first time, on our Creekfield Lake Trail.
Sep 6
10:00a
End Date

1st Saturday Nature Walk

Stephen F. Austin State Park
Explore the Wonders of the forest on a fun and informative guided hike.
Sep 6
2:00p
End Date

Meet The Longhorns

Copper Breaks State Park
Meet some of the official state longhorn herd!
Sep 6
2:00p
End Date

Geocaching 101

Abilene State Park
Learn about Geocaching with a ranger!
Sep 6
2:30p
End Date

Reptiles with a Ranger

Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to meet some of our native reptiles!
Sep 6
3:00p
End Date

Bison History

Caprock Canyons State Park & Trailway
Travel through time...
Sep 6
6:30p
End Date

Music in the Park

Caprock Canyons State Park & Trailway
Music in the park
Sep 6
8:00p
End Date

Star Party with the San Antonio Astronomical Association

Guadalupe River State Park
Join us for stargazing and planet watching!
Sep 7
9:00a
End Date

Frog Pond Frolic

Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
Join a ranger for a short hike out to Frog Pond and explore some of the aquatic life of the park!
Sep 7
10:00a
End Date

All About Us: a Guided Hike

Brazos Bend State Park
Join us to experience the park, like it's your first time, on our Creekfield Lake Trail.
Sep 7
1:00p
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!
Sep 10
10:00a
End Date

Homeschool Classes in the Natural Area

Honey Creek State Natural Area
Experience Honey Creek State Natural Area as an outdoor classroom in this program for school-age kids!
Sep 10
4:00p
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!
Sep 11
10:00a
End Date

Homeschool Classes in the Natural Area

Honey Creek State Natural Area
Experience Honey Creek State Natural Area as an outdoor classroom in this program for school-age kids!
Sep 12
9:00a
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 12
10:00a
End Date

Homeschool Classes in the Natural Area

Honey Creek State Natural Area
Experience Honey Creek State Natural Area as an outdoor classroom in this program for school-age kids!
Sep 12
2:00p
End Date

Meet The Longhorns

Copper Breaks State Park
Meet some of the official state longhorn herd!
Sep 12
4:00p
End Date

Home, Home on the Prairie

Caprock Canyons State Park & Trailway
Stay off my prairie, DOG!
Sep 12
7:00p
End Date

🌅 Kayaking 101: Sunset Paddle 🚣

Galveston Island State Park
New to kayaking? Join us for a relaxed, beginner-friendly intro as the sun sets over the bay!
Sep 13
8:00a
End Date

Second Saturday Birdwatching

Martin Dies, Jr. State Park
Join us on the second Saturday of the month to bird watch with a knowledgeable volunteer!
Sep 13
9:00a
End Date

Edible & Medicinal Plant Hike

Abilene State Park
Join a ranger in a hike that will teach you about the edible and medicinal plants native to the park.
Sep 13
9:00a
End Date

Cooking on the Dance Floor

Abilene State Park
Learn to cook the old fashioned way!
Sep 13
9:00a
End Date

Guided Summit Hike

Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
Join a ranger or volunteer for a morning hike on our most popular trail.
Sep 13
9:00a
End Date

Youth Fishing Day - Sea Center Texas

Sea Center Texas
Join Sea Center Texas for a morning of catch-and-release fishing. No registration required. Bring your own bait & equipment.
Sep 13
9:00a
End Date

TPWD Veteran Suicide Awareness Ruck Sack Walk

Cedar Hill State Park
Come out to join us for a Ruck Sack walk along the Talala Trail!
Sep 13
9:30a
End Date

Wildflower Walk

Lake Brownwood State Park
Join us to learn about flowers in bloom and other plants in the park!
Sep 13
10:00a
End Date

Second Saturday Nature Series at Honey Creek Ranch *Registration Required*

Honey Creek State Natural Area
Come explore, learn, and connect with nature in this unique setting!
Sep 13
10:00a
End Date

All About Us: a Guided Hike

Brazos Bend State Park
Join us to experience the park, like it's your first time, on our Creekfield Lake Trail.
Sep 13
11:15a
End Date

CCC Trail Hike

Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to learn about the Civilian Conservation Corps in our park!
Sep 13
2:00p
End Date

Meet The Longhorns

Copper Breaks State Park
Meet some of the official state longhorn herd!
Sep 13
2:00p
End Date

Skins & Skulls

Abilene State Park
Have you ever wondered what the fur of wild animals felt like?
Sep 13
4:30p
End Date

Walk, Talk, & Draw

Caprock Canyons State Park & Trailway
We are going to walk. We are going to talk. We are going to draw.
Sep 13
6:00p
End Date

Night Hike

Caprock Canyons State Park & Trailway
Night life. Night sights.
Sep 13
8:00p
End Date

Let's Celebrate the Moon, Stars and Planets Together!

Lake Whitney State Park
Enjoy an evening in the park viewing all you can see in the galaxy by using star maps, a laser pointer and telescopes. Retired National Park Ranger and Astronomer Larry Smith will guide you through these astronomical wonders.
Sep 14
10:00a
End Date

All About Us: a Guided Hike

Brazos Bend State Park
Join us to experience the park, like it's your first time, on our Creekfield Lake Trail.
Sep 17
8:30a
End Date

Guided Hike at New Northern Enchanted Rock Property

Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
Join a ranger for a first glimpse at the newest addition to Enchanted Rock State Natural Area, to the north of the main park.
Sep 17
10:30a
End Date

Reading Ranger

Buescher State Park
Join Ranger Madalyn at the Smithville Public Library for themed book readings and a craft! All ages welcome!
Sep 19
9:00a
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 19
2:00p
End Date

Meet The Longhorns

Copper Breaks State Park
Meet some of the official state longhorn herd!
Sep 20
9:00a
End Date

Volunteer Workday

Eisenhower State Park
Let's work together to preserve our park's beauty!
Sep 20
9:00a
End Date

Guided Summit Hike

Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
Join a ranger or volunteer for a morning hike on our most popular trail.
Sep 20
9:00a
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.
Sep 20
9:00a
End Date

Veteran Suicide Awareness Ruck Hike

Abilene State Park
Hike for veteran mental health awareness.
Sep 20
9:30a
End Date

Wildflower Walk

Lake Brownwood State Park
Join us to learn about flowers in bloom and other plants in the park!
Sep 20
10:00a
End Date

Junior Ranger Hike

Abilene State Park
An informative hike led by a ranger for youth and their parents!
Sep 20
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.
Sep 20
10:00a
End Date

Dutch Oven 101

Bonham State Park
Join Ranger Linda to learn the ins-and-outs of cast-iron cooking.
Sep 20
10:00a
End Date

All About Us: a Guided Hike

Brazos Bend State Park
Join us to experience the park, like it's your first time, on our Creekfield Lake Trail.
Sep 20
10:00a
End Date

Deaf Outdoors Day

Cedar Hill State Park
Discover your park with ASL interpreters!
Sep 20
2:00p
End Date

Meet The Longhorns

Copper Breaks State Park
Meet some of the official state longhorn herd!
Sep 20
2:00p
End Date

Nature Journaling

Abilene State Park
Learn to connect deeper with nature and to sharpen your perceptions!
Sep 20
2:00p
End Date

Safety is a Summit

Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
Stop by our heat and hiking safety table to learn about the best ways to prepare for your outdoor adventures with a ranger!
Sep 20
2:30p
End Date

Reptiles with a Ranger

Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to meet some of our native reptiles!
Sep 20
3:00p
End Date

Hiss-teria

Caprock Canyons State Park & Trailway
Wrangle some knowledge!
Sep 20
4:00p
End Date

Night Moves Trail Race

Stephen F. Austin State Park
Join us for a night of adventure just west of Houston! From a kid’s run to a 5K, 10K, half, and full marathon, Trail Racing Over Texas brings the party to the trails at Stephen F. Austin State Park.
Sep 20
8:00p
End Date

Star Party

Dinosaur Valley State Park
Celebrate the night sky and learn from real astronomers!
Sep 20
8:45p
End Date

Star Party

Caprock Canyons State Park & Trailway
The Star Party is almost here and we're excited to see you under the night sky!
Sep 20
9:00p
End Date

Night Hike (RSVP REQUIRED)

Abilene State Park
Join a ranger for an after-hours night hike!
Sep 20
9:00p
End Date

Star Walk

Copper Breaks State Park
Observe the stars and planets through a telescope at Copper Breaks!
Sep 21
9:00a
End Date

🚣‍♀️ Magical Morning Paddle on the Bay 🌊

Galveston Island State Park
Start your day gliding across the calm waters of Galveston Bay—it’s peaceful, scenic, and unforgettable! Registration required!
Sep 21
10:00a
End Date

All About Us: a Guided Hike

Brazos Bend State Park
Join us to experience the park, like it's your first time, on our Creekfield Lake Trail.
Sep 21
1:00p
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!
Sep 22
3:00p
End Date

Project WILD Facilitator Training

Junction, TX - Texas Tech Outdoor Learning Center
Training to conduct the Suite of Texas Project WILD workshops. Prerequisite of WILD educator workshop required.
Sep 26
9:00a
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 26
2:00p
End Date

Meet The Longhorns

Copper Breaks State Park
Meet some of the official state longhorn herd!
Sep 26
4:00p
End Date

Entomology Expedition

Caprock Canyons State Park & Trailway
BUGS! They are everywhere. Get used to it.
Sep 26
8:00p
End Date

Summer Night Sky

Bonham State Park
Night sky viewing
Sep 27
8:30a
End Date

CANCELED-Birding for Beginners

Government Canyon State Natural Area
Was that a kinglet, or a kingbird? Learn how you can add birding to your outdoor skills set.
Sep 27
8:30a
End Date

Veteran Suicide Awareness Walk/Ruck

Government Canyon State Natural Area
Join us for a walk in honor of those we have lost to suicide and in support of those still struggling to find a way to live after their service.
Sep 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.
Sep 27
9:00a
End Date

Guided Summit Hike

Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
Join a ranger or volunteer for a morning hike on our most popular trail.
Sep 27
9:30a
End Date

Wildflower Walk

Lake Brownwood State Park
Join us to learn about flowers in bloom and other plants in the park!
Sep 27
11:15a
End Date

CCC Trail Hike

Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to learn about the Civilian Conservation Corps in our park!
Sep 27
2:00p
End Date

Meet The Longhorns

Copper Breaks State Park
Meet some of the official state longhorn herd!
Sep 27
4:00p
End Date

Bison Grocery Store

Caprock Canyons State Park & Trailway
This is not your ordinary grocery store...
Sep 27
7:30p
End Date

September Inks Lake Star Party

Inks Lake State Park
Join the Austin Astronomical Society and use their equipment for some amazing stargazing!
Sep 27
7:30p
End Date

Watercolor at Sunset

Caprock Canyons State Park & Trailway
Cool off in the evening with some art and inspiration!

October 2025

Oct 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!
Oct 3
9:00a
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 3
9:00a
End Date

Wellington Living History Days!

Wellington, TX, TX - Powell Park
Join the Buffalo Soldiers as the head out on the trail to the Texas Panhandle for the Wellington, Texas Living History Days!
Oct 3
2:00p
End Date

Meet The Longhorns

Copper Breaks State Park
Meet some of the official state longhorn herd!
Oct 4
8:30a
End Date

Grit and Grace: Women's History Hike in memory of Kyle Cunningham

Government Canyon State Natural Area
This October is Government Canyon's 20th Anniversary month. Let's kick off the celebration with a hike honoring the women whose efforts led to this land's preservation. We will be hiking this time in memory of one of Government Canyon's founding mothers, Kyle Cunningham, who passed away in May 2025.
Oct 4
9:00a
End Date

Lake Hike

Abilene State Park
Get outside, get fit!
Oct 4
9:00a
End Date

Dutch Oven Cooking

Daingerfield State Park
Interested in learning to cook in a Dutch oven over a campfire? Daingerfield State Park is the place to be!
Oct 4
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!
Oct 4
9:30a
End Date

Wildflower Walk

Lake Brownwood State Park
Join us to learn about flowers in bloom and other plants in the park!
Oct 4
10:00a
End Date

Coffee with a Ranger

Bonham State Park
Do you have any questions about the park? Stop by and ask away.
Oct 4
10:00a
End Date

1st Saturday Nature Walk

Stephen F. Austin State Park
Explore the Wonders of the forest on a fun and informative guided hike.
Oct 4
2:00p
End Date

Meet The Longhorns

Copper Breaks State Park
Meet some of the official state longhorn herd!
Oct 4
2:00p
End Date

Geocaching 101

Abilene State Park
Learn about Geocaching with a ranger!
Oct 4
2:30p
End Date

Reptiles with a Ranger

Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to meet some of our native reptiles!
Oct 4
6:30p
End Date

Music in the Park

Caprock Canyons State Park & Trailway
Folk and Country Music in the park!
Oct 4
8:00p
End Date

Star Party with the San Antonio Astronomical Association

Guadalupe River State Park
Join us for stargazing and planet watching!
Oct 5
8:00a
End Date

Birding Hike

Brazos Bend State Park
Brazos Bend State Park is home to over 300 species of birds making it the perfect place to bird-watch all year round!
Oct 5
9:00a
End Date

Frog Pond Frolic

Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
Join a ranger for a short hike out to Frog Pond and explore some of the aquatic life of the park!
Oct 8
10:00a
End Date

Homeschool Classes in the Natural Area

Honey Creek State Natural Area
Experience Honey Creek State Natural Area as an outdoor classroom in this program for school-age kids!
Oct 8
4:00p
End Date

Reading with a Ranger at Pioneer Memorial Library

Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
Join a ranger at the historic Pioneer Memorial Library in Fredericksburg for a nature-oriented story time!
Oct 9
10:00a
End Date

Homeschool Classes in the Natural Area

Honey Creek State Natural Area
Experience Honey Creek State Natural Area as an outdoor classroom in this program for school-age kids!
Oct 10 End Date

Annual Texas Pollinator BioBlitz w/iNaturalist

Guadalupe River State Park
Mark your calendars now and come contribute to community science!
Oct 10
8:30a
End Date

Coffee with a Ranger

Caprock Canyons State Park & Trailway
Need coffee and conversation?
Oct 10
9:00a
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 10
9:30a
End Date

Morning Hike with a Ranger (Hands on Rock)

Caprock Canyons State Park & Trailway
Rocks are high and low... oh the places they go! and have been...
Oct 10
10:00a
End Date

Homeschool Classes in the Natural Area

Honey Creek State Natural Area
Experience Honey Creek State Natural Area as an outdoor classroom in this program for school-age kids!
Oct 10
2:00p
End Date

Meet The Longhorns

Copper Breaks State Park
Meet some of the official state longhorn herd!
Oct 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!
Oct 11
9:00a
End Date

Edible & Medicinal Plant Hike

Abilene State Park
Join a ranger in a hike that will teach you about the edible and medicinal plants native to the park.
Oct 11
9:00a
End Date

Cooking on the Dance Floor

Abilene State Park
Learn to cook the old fashioned way!
Oct 11
10:00a
End Date

Second Saturday Nature Series at Honey Creek Ranch *Registration Required*

Honey Creek State Natural Area
Come explore, learn, and connect with nature in this unique setting!
Oct 11
10:00a
End Date

50 Years Through the Ages

Galveston Island State Park
Step Back in Time and Celebrate 50 Years of Galveston Island State Park! 🎉
Oct 11
10:00a
End Date

Colors of the Caprock

Caprock Canyons State Park & Trailway
Caprock is breathtaking ...
Oct 11
11:15a
End Date

CCC Trail Hike

Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to learn about the Civilian Conservation Corps in our park!
Oct 11
2:00p
End Date

Meet The Longhorns

Copper Breaks State Park
Meet some of the official state longhorn herd!
Oct 11
2:00p
End Date

Skins & Skulls

Abilene State Park
Have you ever wondered what the fur of wild animals felt like?
Oct 11
4:00p
End Date

Bison History

Caprock Canyons State Park & Trailway
Travel back in time
Oct 11
7:00p
End Date

October Star Party with the Austin Astronomical Society

Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
Set out your blankets, turn off your phones, and prepare for a night of stargazing at our International Dark Sky Park.
Oct 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!
Oct 15
5:30p
End Date

Project WILD Facilitator Training

Edinburg, TX - Edinburg Scenic Wetlands
Training to conduct the Suite of Texas Project WILD workshops. Prerequisite of WILD educator workshop required.
Oct 17
6:30a
End Date

Watercolor at Sunset

Caprock Canyons State Park & Trailway
Creative forces at work...
Oct 17
9:00a
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 17
9:00a
End Date

Morning Hike with a Ranger (Hands on Rock)

Caprock Canyons State Park & Trailway
Rocks are everywhere! Oh the places they go... and have been.
Oct 17
2:00p
End Date

Meet The Longhorns

Copper Breaks State Park
Meet some of the official state longhorn herd!
Oct 18
6:00a
End Date

BigTex Backyard Ultra: Last Runner Standing

Stephen F. Austin State Park
The Ultimate Test of Grit—4.17 miles every hour until only one runner remains
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
10:00a
End Date

Junior Ranger Hike

Abilene State Park
An informative hike led by a ranger for youth and their parents!
Oct 18
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 18
10:00a
End Date

Dutch Oven 101

Bonham State Park
Join Ranger Linda to learn the ins-and-outs of cast-iron cooking.
Oct 18
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 18
10:00a
End Date

State Park Spook-Tacular

Ray Roberts Lake State Park - Johnson Branch Unit
Join rangers all day and celebrate Halloween!
Oct 18
10:00a
End Date

Home, Home on the Prairie

Caprock Canyons State Park & Trailway
Stay off my prairie, DOG!
Oct 18
10:00a
End Date

Buzzing with Life: Pollinators of the Park

Guadalupe River State Park
Buzz on over to Guadalupe River State Park and take part in this year's Texas Pollinator BioBlitz!
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

Nature Journaling

Abilene State Park
Learn to connect deeper with nature and to sharpen your perceptions!
Oct 18
2:30p
End Date

Reptiles with a Ranger

Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to meet some of our native reptiles!
Oct 18
3:00p
End Date

Path of the Bison

Bison seem to keep on the path...
Oct 18
5:00p
End Date

Boo in the Park 2025

Lake Tawakoni State Park
Welcome to our annual "Boo in the Park" celebration! Come out to see the decorated campsites and trick or treat!
Oct 18
8:00p
End Date

Star Party

Dinosaur Valley State Park
Celebrate the night sky and learn from real astronomers!
Oct 18
9:00p
End Date

Night Hike (RSVP REQUIRED)

Abilene State Park
Join a ranger for an after-hours night hike!
Oct 18
9:00p
End Date

Star Walk

Copper Breaks State Park
Observe the stars and planets through a telescope at Copper Breaks!
Oct 22
9:00a
End Date

Angler Education Instructor Training Workshop - Possum Kingdom State Park

Possum Kingdom State Park
Become a TPWD Certified Angler Education Instructor
Oct 24
9:00a
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 24
9:00a
End Date

Bison Grocery Store

Caprock Canyons State Park & Trailway
This isn't your ordinary grocery store
Oct 24
2:00p
End Date

Meet The Longhorns

Copper Breaks State Park
Meet some of the official state longhorn herd!
Oct 24
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
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 25
10:00a
End Date

Explore Bowhunting

Guadalupe River State Park
SAVE THE DATE
Oct 25
11:15a
End Date

CCC Trail Hike

Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to learn about the Civilian Conservation Corps in our park!
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

Hiss- teria

Caprock Canyons State Park & Trailway
Wrangle some knowledge!
Oct 25
5:00p
End Date

Trick-or-Treating

Fort Richardson State Park & Historic Site / Lost Creek Reservoir State Trailway
Get ready for a spook-tacular time at our annual Trick-or-Treat in the Park!
Oct 25
5:00p
End Date

Spooky Stories with a Ranger

Tyler State Park
Come prepared for a scare!
Oct 25
5:00p
End Date

2nd Annual Halloween in the Park at Lake Whitney State Park

Lake Whitney State Park
2nd Annual Halloween in the Park at Lake Whitney State Park is creeping up! Join us for a night of frightful fun and festive chills on the Horseshoe Loop & Towash Forest trail! Don your costumes and bring your courage—it’s going to be a hauntingly good time!
Oct 25
5:00p
End Date

Parktober Camping Reservations

Tyler State Park
Spooky season has taken over!
Oct 25
5:30p
End Date

Costume Contest!

Tyler State Park
Put your creativity to the test!
Oct 25
6:00p
End Date

Parktober Trick or Treat

Tyler State Park
Trick or Treat through the park!
Oct 25
6:00p
End Date

Halloween in the Park

Abilene State Park
Safe trick-or-treating in the park.
Oct 25
8:00p
End Date

Let's Celebrate the Moon, Stars and Planets Together!

Lake Whitney State Park
Enjoy an evening in the park viewing all you can see in the galaxy by using star maps, a laser pointer and telescopes. Retired National Park Ranger and Astronomer Larry Smith will guide you through these astronomical wonders.
Oct 26
3:00p
End Date

Sea Center Spooktacular

Sea Center Texas
Join Sea Center Texas for our annual Halloween Spooktacular!
Oct 31
9:00a
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 31
2:00p
End Date

Meet The Longhorns

Copper Breaks State Park
Meet some of the official state longhorn herd!
Oct 31
4:00p
End Date

Goin' Batty!

Caprock Canyons State Park & Trailway
Get inspired by the Mexican Free-Tailed Bat!

November 2025

Nov 1
9:00a
End Date

Lake Hike

Abilene State Park
Get outside, get fit!
Nov 1
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 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!
Nov 1
10:00a
End Date

Coffee with a Ranger

Bonham State Park
Do you have any questions about the park? Stop by and ask away.
Nov 1
10:00a
End Date

1st Saturday Nature Walk

Stephen F. Austin State Park
Explore the Wonders of the forest on a fun and informative guided hike.
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

Geocaching 101

Abilene State Park
Learn about Geocaching with a ranger!
Nov 1
2:30p
End Date

Reptiles with a Ranger

Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to meet some of our native reptiles!
Nov 1
6:30p
End Date

November Inks Lake Star Party

Inks Lake State Park
Join the Austin Astronomical Society and use their equipment for some amazing stargazing!
Nov 1
8:00p
End Date

Star Party with the San Antonio Astronomical Association

Guadalupe River State Park
Join us for stargazing and planet watching!
Nov 2
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 5
10:00a
End Date

Homeschool Classes in the Natural Area

Honey Creek State Natural Area
Experience Honey Creek State Natural Area as an outdoor classroom in this program for school-age kids!
Nov 6
9:00a
End Date

Angler Education Instructor Training Workshop - Abilene State Park

Abilene State Park
Become a TPWD Certified Angler Education Instructor
Nov 6
10:00a
End Date

Homeschool Classes in the Natural Area

Honey Creek State Natural Area
Experience Honey Creek State Natural Area as an outdoor classroom in this program for school-age kids!
Nov 7
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 7
9:00a
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 7
10:00a
End Date

Homeschool Classes in the Natural Area

Honey Creek State Natural Area
Experience Honey Creek State Natural Area as an outdoor classroom in this program for school-age kids!
Nov 7
2:00p
End Date

Meet The Longhorns

Copper Breaks State Park
Meet some of the official state longhorn herd!
Nov 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!
Nov 8
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 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.
Nov 8
9:00a
End Date

Cooking on the Dance Floor

Abilene State Park
Learn to cook the old fashioned way!
Nov 8
10:00a
End Date

Frontier Day

Abilene State Park
Immerse yourself in the wild history of the Texas frontier for a day.
Nov 8
11:15a
End Date

CCC Trail Hike

Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to learn about the Civilian Conservation Corps in our park!
Nov 8
2:00p
End Date

Meet The Longhorns

Copper Breaks State Park
Meet some of the official state longhorn herd!
Nov 8
2:00p
End Date

Skins & Skulls

Abilene State Park
Have you ever wondered what the fur of wild animals felt like?
Nov 12
4:00p
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!
Nov 14
9:00a
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 14
2:00p
End Date

Meet The Longhorns

Copper Breaks State Park
Meet some of the official state longhorn herd!
Nov 15
9:00a
End Date

Living History Day

Fort Richardson State Park & Historic Site / Lost Creek Reservoir State Trailway
History comes to life at Fort Richardson!
Nov 15
10:00a
End Date

Junior Ranger Hike

Abilene State Park
An informative hike led by a ranger for youth and their parents!
Nov 15
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.
Nov 15
10:00a
End Date

Dutch Oven 101

Bonham State Park
Join Ranger Linda to learn the ins-and-outs of cast-iron cooking.
Nov 15
2:00p
End Date

Meet The Longhorns

Copper Breaks State Park
Meet some of the official state longhorn herd!
Nov 15
2:00p
End Date

Nature Journaling

Abilene State Park
Learn to connect deeper with nature and to sharpen your perceptions!
Nov 15
2:30p
End Date

Reptiles with a Ranger

Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to meet some of our native reptiles!
Nov 15
7:00p
End Date

Let's Stargaze in the Park

Lake Whitney State Park
Enjoy an evening in the park as you explore the galaxy by star maps, laser pointers and telescope. Retired national park ranger/astronomer Larry Smith will guide you through the planets, moon and stars with fascinating facts.
Nov 15
8:00p
End Date

Star Party

Dinosaur Valley State Park
Celebrate the night sky and learn from real astronomers!
Nov 15
9:00p
End Date

Night Hike (RSVP REQUIRED)

Abilene State Park
Join a ranger for an after-hours night hike!
Nov 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!
Nov 21
9:00a
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 21
2:00p
End Date

Meet The Longhorns

Copper Breaks State Park
Meet some of the official state longhorn herd!
Nov 21
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 21, 2025 and will reopen 12pm on Tuesday, November 25, 2025.
Nov 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.
Nov 22
11:15a
End Date

CCC Trail Hike

Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to learn about the Civilian Conservation Corps in our park!
Nov 22
2:00p
End Date

Meet The Longhorns

Copper Breaks State Park
Meet some of the official state longhorn herd!
Nov 22
9:00p
End Date

Star Walk

Copper Breaks State Park
Observe the stars and planets through a telescope at Copper Breaks!
Nov 28 End Date

Opt Outside Day at Guadalupe River State Park

Guadalupe River State Park
Skip the stores and #OptOutside with us!
Nov 28
9:00a
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 28
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

Meet The Longhorns

Copper Breaks State Park
Meet some of the official state longhorn herd!
Nov 29
2:30p
End Date

Reptiles with a Ranger

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

December 2025

Dec 5
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 5
9:00a
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 5
2:00p
End Date

Meet The Longhorns

Copper Breaks State Park
Meet some of the official state longhorn herd!
Dec 6
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
Dec 6
9:00a
End Date

Lake Hike

Abilene State Park
Get outside, get fit!
Dec 6
9:00a
End Date

Dutch Oven Cooking

Daingerfield State Park
Interested in learning to cook in a Dutch oven over a campfire? Daingerfield State Park is the place to be!
Dec 6
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 6
10:00a
End Date

1st Saturday Nature Walk

Stephen F. Austin State Park
Explore the Wonders of the forest on a fun and informative guided hike.
Dec 6
11:15a
End Date

CCC Trail Hike

Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to learn about the Civilian Conservation Corps in our park!
Dec 6
2:00p
End Date

Meet The Longhorns

Copper Breaks State Park
Meet some of the official state longhorn herd!
Dec 6
2:00p
End Date

Geocaching 101

Abilene State Park
Learn about Geocaching with a ranger!
Dec 10
10:00a
End Date

Homeschool Classes in the Natural Area

Honey Creek State Natural Area
Experience Honey Creek State Natural Area as an outdoor classroom in this program for school-age kids!
Dec 10
4:00p
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 11
10:00a
End Date

Homeschool Classes in the Natural Area

Honey Creek State Natural Area
Experience Honey Creek State Natural Area as an outdoor classroom in this program for school-age kids!
Dec 12
9:00a
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 12
10:00a
End Date

Homeschool Classes in the Natural Area

Honey Creek State Natural Area
Experience Honey Creek State Natural Area as an outdoor classroom in this program for school-age kids!
Dec 12
2:00p
End Date

Meet The Longhorns

Copper Breaks State Park
Meet some of the official state longhorn herd!
Dec 13
8:00a
End Date

Second Saturday Birdwatching

Martin Dies, Jr. State Park
Join us on the second Saturday of the month to bird watch with a knowledgeable volunteer!
Dec 13
9:00a
End Date

Edible & Medicinal Plant Hike

Abilene State Park
Join a ranger in a hike that will teach you about the edible and medicinal plants native to the park.
Dec 13
9:00a
End Date

Cooking on the Dance Floor

Abilene State Park
Learn to cook the old fashioned way!
Dec 13
1:00p
End Date

Christmas with the Fishes

Sea Center Texas
Join Sea Center Texas for an underwater Christmas spectacular!
Dec 13
2:00p
End Date

Meet The Longhorns

Copper Breaks State Park
Meet some of the official state longhorn herd!
Dec 13
2:00p
End Date

Skins & Skulls

Abilene State Park
Have you ever wondered what the fur of wild animals felt like?
Dec 13
2:30p
End Date

Reptiles with a Ranger

Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to meet some of our native reptiles!
Dec 13
5:00p
End Date

Twinkle Tour 2025

Lake Tawakoni State Park
🎄✨ Mark your calendars – Twinkle Tour 2025 is lighting up the park on Saturday, December 13, 2025, and we can’t wait to see your campsites sparkle! RESERVATIONS START JUNE 18 AT 10:30AM
Dec 13
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 13
6:00p
End Date

Fa La La in the Forest

Abilene State Park
See the dazzling Christmas lights at Abilene State Park!
Dec 17
10:30a
End Date

Reading Ranger

Buescher State Park
Join Ranger Madalyn at the Smithville Public Library for themed book readings and a craft! All ages welcome!
Dec 19
9:00a
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 19
2:00p
End Date

Meet The Longhorns

Copper Breaks State Park
Meet some of the official state longhorn herd!
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
10:00a
End Date

Junior Ranger Hike

Abilene State Park
An informative hike led by a ranger for youth and their parents!
Dec 20
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.
Dec 20
11:15a
End Date

CCC Trail Hike

Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to learn about the Civilian Conservation Corps in our park!
Dec 20
2:00p
End Date

Meet The Longhorns

Copper Breaks State Park
Meet some of the official state longhorn herd!
Dec 20
2:00p
End Date

Nature Journaling

Abilene State Park
Learn to connect deeper with nature and to sharpen your perceptions!
Dec 20
8:00p
End Date

Star Party

Dinosaur Valley State Park
Celebrate the night sky and learn from real astronomers!
Dec 20
9:00p
End Date

Night Hike (RSVP REQUIRED)

Abilene State Park
Join a ranger for an after-hours night hike!
Dec 26
9:00a
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 26
2:00p
End Date

Meet The Longhorns

Copper Breaks State Park
Meet some of the official state longhorn herd!
Dec 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.
Dec 27
2:00p
End Date

Meet The Longhorns

Copper Breaks State Park
Meet some of the official state longhorn herd!
Dec 27
2:30p
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 Nature 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 2
2:00p
End Date

Meet The Longhorns

Copper Breaks State Park
Meet some of the official state longhorn herd!
Jan 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!
Jan 3
10:00a
End Date

1st Saturday Nature Walk

Stephen F. Austin State Park
Explore the Wonders of the forest on a fun and informative guided hike.
Jan 3
11:15a
End Date

CCC Trail Hike

Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to learn about the Civilian Conservation Corps in our park!
Jan 3
2:00p
End Date

Meet The Longhorns

Copper Breaks State Park
Meet some of the official state longhorn herd!
Jan 3
2:00p
End Date

Geocaching 101

Abilene State Park
Learn about Geocaching with a ranger!
Jan 9
2:00p
End Date

Meet The Longhorns

Copper Breaks State Park
Meet some of the official state longhorn herd!
Jan 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.
Jan 10
2:00p
End Date

Meet The Longhorns

Copper Breaks State Park
Meet some of the official state longhorn herd!
Jan 10
2:00p
End Date

Skins & Skulls

Abilene State Park
Have you ever wondered what the fur of wild animals felt like?
Jan 10
2:30p
End Date

Reptiles with a Ranger

Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to meet some of our native reptiles!
Jan 12
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 12, 2026 and will reopen 12pm on Friday, January 16, 2026.
Jan 14
4:00p
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 16
2:00p
End Date

Meet The Longhorns

Copper Breaks State Park
Meet some of the official state longhorn herd!
Jan 17
10:00a
End Date

Junior Ranger Hike

Abilene State Park
An informative hike led by a ranger for youth and their parents!
Jan 17
11:15a
End Date

CCC Trail Hike

Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to learn about the Civilian Conservation Corps in our park!
Jan 17
2:00p
End Date

Meet The Longhorns

Copper Breaks State Park
Meet some of the official state longhorn herd!
Jan 17
2:00p
End Date

Nature Journaling

Abilene State Park
Learn to connect deeper with nature and to sharpen your perceptions!
Jan 17
9:00p
End Date

Night Hike (RSVP REQUIRED)

Abilene State Park
Join a ranger for an after-hours night hike!
Jan 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!
Jan 23
2:00p
End Date

Meet The Longhorns

Copper Breaks State Park
Meet some of the official state longhorn herd!
Jan 24
8:30a
End Date

Kid Fish

Fort Parker State Park
Fish for rainbow trout at Lake Springfield!
Jan 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.
Jan 24
10:00a
End Date

Explore Bowhunting

Goose Island State Park
Join us for a hands-on workshop that will get you ready to go out and harvest your first deer with a bow.
Jan 24
2:00p
End Date

Meet The Longhorns

Copper Breaks State Park
Meet some of the official state longhorn herd!
Jan 24
2:30p
End Date

Reptiles with a Ranger

Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to meet some of our native reptiles!
Jan 30
2:00p
End Date

Meet The Longhorns

Copper Breaks State Park
Meet some of the official state longhorn herd!
Jan 31
11:15a
End Date

CCC Trail Hike

Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to learn about the Civilian Conservation Corps in our park!
Jan 31
2:00p
End Date

Meet The Longhorns

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

February 2026

Feb 6
2:00p
End Date

Meet The Longhorns

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

Meet The Longhorns

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

Geocaching 101

Abilene State Park
Learn about Geocaching with a ranger!
Feb 7
2:30p
End Date

Reptiles with a Ranger

Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to meet some of our native reptiles!
Feb 11
4:00p
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 13
2:00p
End Date

Meet The Longhorns

Copper Breaks State Park
Meet some of the official state longhorn herd!
Feb 14
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 14
2:00p
End Date

Meet The Longhorns

Copper Breaks State Park
Meet some of the official state longhorn herd!
Feb 14
2:00p
End Date

Skins & Skulls

Abilene State Park
Have you ever wondered what the fur of wild animals felt like?
Feb 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!
Feb 20
2:00p
End Date

Meet The Longhorns

Copper Breaks State Park
Meet some of the official state longhorn herd!
Feb 21
10:00a
End Date

Junior Ranger Hike

Abilene State Park
An informative hike led by a ranger for youth and their parents!
Feb 21
2:00p
End Date

Meet The Longhorns

Copper Breaks State Park
Meet some of the official state longhorn herd!
Feb 21
2:00p
End Date

Nature Journaling

Abilene State Park
Learn to connect deeper with nature and to sharpen your perceptions!
Feb 21
2:30p
End Date

Reptiles with a Ranger

Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to meet some of our native reptiles!
Feb 21
9:00p
End Date

Night Hike (RSVP REQUIRED)

Abilene State Park
Join a ranger for an after-hours night hike!
Feb 27
2:00p
End Date

Meet The Longhorns

Copper Breaks State Park
Meet some of the official state longhorn herd!
Feb 28
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
2:00p
End Date

Meet The Longhorns

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

March 2026

Mar 6
2:00p
End Date

Meet The Longhorns

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

Meet The Longhorns

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

Geocaching 101

Abilene State Park
Learn about Geocaching with a ranger!
Mar 7
2:30p
End Date

Reptiles with a Ranger

Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to meet some of our native reptiles!
Mar 11
4:00p
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 13
2:00p
End Date

Meet The Longhorns

Copper Breaks State Park
Meet some of the official state longhorn herd!
Mar 14
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 14
2:00p
End Date

Meet The Longhorns

Copper Breaks State Park
Meet some of the official state longhorn herd!
Mar 14
2:00p
End Date

Skins & Skulls

Abilene State Park
Have you ever wondered what the fur of wild animals felt like?
Mar 20
2:00p
End Date

Meet The Longhorns

Copper Breaks State Park
Meet some of the official state longhorn herd!
Mar 21
10:00a
End Date

Junior Ranger Hike

Abilene State Park
An informative hike led by a ranger for youth and their parents!
Mar 21
2:00p
End Date

Meet The Longhorns

Copper Breaks State Park
Meet some of the official state longhorn herd!
Mar 21
2:00p
End Date

Nature Journaling

Abilene State Park
Learn to connect deeper with nature and to sharpen your perceptions!
Mar 21
2:30p
End Date

Reptiles with a Ranger

Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to meet some of our native reptiles!
Mar 21
9:00p
End Date

Night Hike (RSVP REQUIRED)

Abilene State Park
Join a ranger for an after-hours night hike!
Mar 27
2:00p
End Date

Meet The Longhorns

Copper Breaks State Park
Meet some of the official state longhorn herd!
Mar 28
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.
Mar 28
2:00p
End Date

Meet The Longhorns

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

April 2026

Apr 3
2:00p
End Date

Meet The Longhorns

Copper Breaks State Park
Meet some of the official state longhorn herd!
Apr 4
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!
Apr 4
2:00p
End Date

Meet The Longhorns

Copper Breaks State Park
Meet some of the official state longhorn herd!
Apr 4
2:00p
End Date

Geocaching 101

Abilene State Park
Learn about Geocaching with a ranger!
Apr 4
2:30p
End Date

Reptiles with a Ranger

Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to meet some of our native reptiles!
Apr 8
4:00p
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 10
2:00p
End Date

Meet The Longhorns

Copper Breaks State Park
Meet some of the official state longhorn herd!
Apr 11
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.
Apr 11
2:00p
End Date

Meet The Longhorns

Copper Breaks State Park
Meet some of the official state longhorn herd!
Apr 11
2:00p
End Date

Skins & Skulls

Abilene State Park
Have you ever wondered what the fur of wild animals felt like?
Apr 17
2:00p
End Date

Meet The Longhorns

Copper Breaks State Park
Meet some of the official state longhorn herd!
Apr 18
10:00a
End Date

Junior Ranger Hike

Abilene State Park
An informative hike led by a ranger for youth and their parents!
Apr 18
2:00p
End Date

Meet The Longhorns

Copper Breaks State Park
Meet some of the official state longhorn herd!
Apr 18
2:00p
End Date

Nature Journaling

Abilene State Park
Learn to connect deeper with nature and to sharpen your perceptions!
Apr 18
2:30p
End Date

Reptiles with a Ranger

Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to meet some of our native reptiles!
Apr 18
9:00p
End Date

Night Hike (RSVP REQUIRED)

Abilene State Park
Join a ranger for an after-hours night hike!
Apr 24
2:00p
End Date

Meet The Longhorns

Copper Breaks State Park
Meet some of the official state longhorn herd!
Apr 25
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.
Apr 25
2:00p
End Date

Meet The Longhorns

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

May 2026

May 1
2:00p
End Date

Meet The Longhorns

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

Meet The Longhorns

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

Geocaching 101

Abilene State Park
Learn about Geocaching with a ranger!
May 2
2:30p
End Date

Reptiles with a Ranger

Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to meet some of our native reptiles!
May 8
2:00p
End Date

Meet The Longhorns

Copper Breaks State Park
Meet some of the official state longhorn herd!
May 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.
May 9
2:00p
End Date

Meet The Longhorns

Copper Breaks State Park
Meet some of the official state longhorn herd!
May 9
2:00p
End Date

Skins & Skulls

Abilene State Park
Have you ever wondered what the fur of wild animals felt like?
May 13
4:00p
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!
May 15
2:00p
End Date

Meet The Longhorns

Copper Breaks State Park
Meet some of the official state longhorn herd!
May 16
10:00a
End Date

Junior Ranger Hike

Abilene State Park
An informative hike led by a ranger for youth and their parents!
May 16
2:00p
End Date

Meet The Longhorns

Copper Breaks State Park
Meet some of the official state longhorn herd!
May 16
2:00p
End Date

Nature Journaling

Abilene State Park
Learn to connect deeper with nature and to sharpen your perceptions!
May 16
2:30p
End Date

Reptiles with a Ranger

Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to meet some of our native reptiles!
May 16
9:00p
End Date

Night Hike (RSVP REQUIRED)

Abilene State Park
Join a ranger for an after-hours night hike!
May 22
2:00p
End Date

Meet The Longhorns

Copper Breaks State Park
Meet some of the official state longhorn herd!
May 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.
May 23
2:00p
End Date

Meet The Longhorns

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

Meet The Longhorns

Copper Breaks State Park
Meet some of the official state longhorn herd!
May 30
2:00p
End Date

Meet The Longhorns

Copper Breaks State Park
Meet some of the official state longhorn herd!
May 30
2:30p
End Date

Reptiles with a Ranger

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

June 2026

Jun 5
2:00p
End Date

Meet The Longhorns

Copper Breaks State Park
Meet some of the official state longhorn herd!
Jun 6
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!
Jun 6
2:00p
End Date

Meet The Longhorns

Copper Breaks State Park
Meet some of the official state longhorn herd!
Jun 6
2:00p
End Date

Geocaching 101

Abilene State Park
Learn about Geocaching with a ranger!
Jun 10
4:00p
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!
Jun 12
2:00p
End Date

Meet The Longhorns

Copper Breaks State Park
Meet some of the official state longhorn herd!
Jun 13
9:00a
End Date

Edible & Medicinal Plant Hike

Abilene State Park
Join a ranger in a hike that will teach you about the edible and medicinal plants native to the park.
Jun 13
2:00p
End Date

Meet The Longhorns

Copper Breaks State Park
Meet some of the official state longhorn herd!
Jun 13
2:00p
End Date

Skins & Skulls

Abilene State Park
Have you ever wondered what the fur of wild animals felt like?
Jun 13
2:30p
End Date

Reptiles with a Ranger

Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to meet some of our native reptiles!
Jun 19
2:00p
End Date

Meet The Longhorns

Copper Breaks State Park
Meet some of the official state longhorn herd!
Jun 20
10:00a
End Date

Junior Ranger Hike

Abilene State Park
An informative hike led by a ranger for youth and their parents!
Jun 20
2:00p
End Date

Meet The Longhorns

Copper Breaks State Park
Meet some of the official state longhorn herd!
Jun 20
2:00p
End Date

Nature Journaling

Abilene State Park
Learn to connect deeper with nature and to sharpen your perceptions!
Jun 20
9:00p
End Date

Night Hike (RSVP REQUIRED)

Abilene State Park
Join a ranger for an after-hours night hike!
Jun 26
2:00p
End Date

Meet The Longhorns

Copper Breaks State Park
Meet some of the official state longhorn herd!
Jun 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.
Jun 27
2:00p
End Date

Meet The Longhorns

Copper Breaks State Park
Meet some of the official state longhorn herd!
Jun 27
2:30p
End Date

Reptiles with a Ranger

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

July 2026

Jul 3
2:00p
End Date

Meet The Longhorns

Copper Breaks State Park
Meet some of the official state longhorn herd!
Jul 4
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!
Jul 4
2:00p
End Date

Meet The Longhorns

Copper Breaks State Park
Meet some of the official state longhorn herd!
Jul 4
2:00p
End Date

Geocaching 101

Abilene State Park
Learn about Geocaching with a ranger!
Jul 10
2:00p
End Date

Meet The Longhorns

Copper Breaks State Park
Meet some of the official state longhorn herd!
Jul 11
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.
Jul 11
2:00p
End Date

Meet The Longhorns

Copper Breaks State Park
Meet some of the official state longhorn herd!
Jul 11
2:00p
End Date

Skins & Skulls

Abilene State Park
Have you ever wondered what the fur of wild animals felt like?
Jul 11
2:30p
End Date

Reptiles with a Ranger

Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to meet some of our native reptiles!
Jul 17
2:00p
End Date

Meet The Longhorns

Copper Breaks State Park
Meet some of the official state longhorn herd!
Jul 18
10:00a
End Date

Junior Ranger Hike

Abilene State Park
An informative hike led by a ranger for youth and their parents!
Jul 18
2:00p
End Date

Meet The Longhorns

Copper Breaks State Park
Meet some of the official state longhorn herd!
Jul 18
2:00p
End Date

Nature Journaling

Abilene State Park
Learn to connect deeper with nature and to sharpen your perceptions!
Jul 18
9:00p
End Date

Night Hike (RSVP REQUIRED)

Abilene State Park
Join a ranger for an after-hours night hike!
Jul 24
2:00p
End Date

Meet The Longhorns

Copper Breaks State Park
Meet some of the official state longhorn herd!
Jul 25
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.
Jul 25
2:00p
End Date

Meet The Longhorns

Copper Breaks State Park
Meet some of the official state longhorn herd!
Jul 25
2:30p
End Date

Reptiles with a Ranger

Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to meet some of our native reptiles!
Jul 31
2:00p
End Date

Meet The Longhorns

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

August 2026

Aug 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!
Aug 1
2:00p
End Date

Meet The Longhorns

Copper Breaks State Park
Meet some of the official state longhorn herd!
Aug 1
2:00p
End Date

Geocaching 101

Abilene State Park
Learn about Geocaching with a ranger!
Aug 7
2:00p
End Date

Meet The Longhorns

Copper Breaks State Park
Meet some of the official state longhorn herd!
Aug 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.
Aug 8
2:00p
End Date

Meet The Longhorns

Copper Breaks State Park
Meet some of the official state longhorn herd!
Aug 8
2:00p
End Date

Skins & Skulls

Abilene State Park
Have you ever wondered what the fur of wild animals felt like?
Aug 8
2:30p
End Date

Reptiles with a Ranger

Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to meet some of our native reptiles!
Aug 14
2:00p
End Date

Meet The Longhorns

Copper Breaks State Park
Meet some of the official state longhorn herd!
Aug 15
10:00a
End Date

Junior Ranger Hike

Abilene State Park
An informative hike led by a ranger for youth and their parents!
Aug 15
2:00p
End Date

Meet The Longhorns

Copper Breaks State Park
Meet some of the official state longhorn herd!
Aug 15
2:00p
End Date

Nature Journaling

Abilene State Park
Learn to connect deeper with nature and to sharpen your perceptions!
Aug 15
9:00p
End Date

Night Hike (RSVP REQUIRED)

Abilene State Park
Join a ranger for an after-hours night hike!
Aug 21
2:00p
End Date

Meet The Longhorns

Copper Breaks State Park
Meet some of the official state longhorn herd!
Aug 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.
Aug 22
2:00p
End Date

Meet The Longhorns

Copper Breaks State Park
Meet some of the official state longhorn herd!
Aug 22
2:30p
End Date

Reptiles with a Ranger

Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to meet some of our native reptiles!
Aug 28
2:00p
End Date

Meet The Longhorns

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

Meet The Longhorns

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

September 2026

Sep 4
2:00p
End Date

Meet The Longhorns

Copper Breaks State Park
Meet some of the official state longhorn herd!
Sep 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!
Sep 5
2:00p
End Date

Meet The Longhorns

Copper Breaks State Park
Meet some of the official state longhorn herd!
Sep 5
2:00p
End Date

Geocaching 101

Abilene State Park
Learn about Geocaching with a ranger!
Sep 5
2:30p
End Date

Reptiles with a Ranger

Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to meet some of our native reptiles!
Sep 11
2:00p
End Date

Meet The Longhorns

Copper Breaks State Park
Meet some of the official state longhorn herd!
Sep 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.
Sep 12
2:00p
End Date

Meet The Longhorns

Copper Breaks State Park
Meet some of the official state longhorn herd!
Sep 12
2:00p
End Date

Skins & Skulls

Abilene State Park
Have you ever wondered what the fur of wild animals felt like?
Sep 18
2:00p
End Date

Meet The Longhorns

Copper Breaks State Park
Meet some of the official state longhorn herd!
Sep 19
10:00a
End Date

Junior Ranger Hike

Abilene State Park
An informative hike led by a ranger for youth and their parents!
Sep 19
2:00p
End Date

Meet The Longhorns

Copper Breaks State Park
Meet some of the official state longhorn herd!
Sep 19
2:00p
End Date

Nature Journaling

Abilene State Park
Learn to connect deeper with nature and to sharpen your perceptions!
Sep 19
2:30p
End Date

Reptiles with a Ranger

Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to meet some of our native reptiles!
Sep 19
9:00p
End Date

Night Hike (RSVP REQUIRED)

Abilene State Park
Join a ranger for an after-hours night hike!
Sep 25
2:00p
End Date

Meet The Longhorns

Copper Breaks State Park
Meet some of the official state longhorn herd!
Sep 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.
Sep 26
2:00p
End Date

Meet The Longhorns

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

October 2026

Oct 2
2:00p
End Date

Meet The Longhorns

Copper Breaks State Park
Meet some of the official state longhorn herd!
Oct 3
2:00p
End Date

Meet The Longhorns

Copper Breaks State Park
Meet some of the official state longhorn herd!
Oct 3
2:00p
End Date

Geocaching 101

Abilene State Park
Learn about Geocaching with a ranger!
Oct 3
2:30p
End Date

Reptiles with a Ranger

Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to meet some of our native reptiles!
Oct 9
2:00p
End Date

Meet The Longhorns

Copper Breaks State Park
Meet some of the official state longhorn herd!
Oct 10
2:00p
End Date

Meet The Longhorns

Copper Breaks State Park
Meet some of the official state longhorn herd!
Oct 10
2:00p
End Date

Skins & Skulls

Abilene State Park
Have you ever wondered what the fur of wild animals felt like?
Oct 16
2:00p
End Date

Meet The Longhorns

Copper Breaks State Park
Meet some of the official state longhorn herd!
Oct 17
2:00p
End Date

Meet The Longhorns

Copper Breaks State Park
Meet some of the official state longhorn herd!
Oct 17
2:00p
End Date

Nature Journaling

Abilene State Park
Learn to connect deeper with nature and to sharpen your perceptions!
Oct 17
2:30p
End Date

Reptiles with a Ranger

Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to meet some of our native reptiles!
Oct 23
2:00p
End Date

Meet The Longhorns

Copper Breaks State Park
Meet some of the official state longhorn herd!
Oct 24
2:00p
End Date

Meet The Longhorns

Copper Breaks State Park
Meet some of the official state longhorn herd!
Oct 30
2:00p
End Date

Meet The Longhorns

Copper Breaks State Park
Meet some of the official state longhorn herd!
Oct 31
2:00p
End Date

Meet The Longhorns

Copper Breaks State Park
Meet some of the official state longhorn herd!
Oct 31
2:30p
End Date

Reptiles with a Ranger

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

November 2026

Nov 6
2:00p
End Date

Meet The Longhorns

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

Meet The Longhorns

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

Geocaching 101

Abilene State Park
Learn about Geocaching with a ranger!
Nov 13
2:00p
End Date

Meet The Longhorns

Copper Breaks State Park
Meet some of the official state longhorn herd!
Nov 14
2:00p
End Date

Meet The Longhorns

Copper Breaks State Park
Meet some of the official state longhorn herd!
Nov 14
2:00p
End Date

Skins & Skulls

Abilene State Park
Have you ever wondered what the fur of wild animals felt like?
Nov 14
2:30p
End Date

Reptiles with a Ranger

Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to meet some of our native reptiles!
Nov 20
2:00p
End Date

Meet The Longhorns

Copper Breaks State Park
Meet some of the official state longhorn herd!
Nov 21
2:00p
End Date

Meet The Longhorns

Copper Breaks State Park
Meet some of the official state longhorn herd!
Nov 21
2:00p
End Date

Nature Journaling

Abilene State Park
Learn to connect deeper with nature and to sharpen your perceptions!
Nov 27
2:00p
End Date

Meet The Longhorns

Copper Breaks State Park
Meet some of the official state longhorn herd!
Nov 28
2:00p
End Date

Meet The Longhorns

Copper Breaks State Park
Meet some of the official state longhorn herd!
Nov 28
2:30p
End Date

Reptiles with a Ranger

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

December 2026

Dec 4
2:00p
End Date

Meet The Longhorns

Copper Breaks State Park
Meet some of the official state longhorn herd!
Dec 5
2:00p
End Date

Meet The Longhorns

Copper Breaks State Park
Meet some of the official state longhorn herd!
Dec 5
2:00p
End Date

Geocaching 101

Abilene State Park
Learn about Geocaching with a ranger!
Dec 11
2:00p
End Date

Meet The Longhorns

Copper Breaks State Park
Meet some of the official state longhorn herd!
Dec 12
2:00p
End Date

Meet The Longhorns

Copper Breaks State Park
Meet some of the official state longhorn herd!
Dec 12
2:00p
End Date

Skins & Skulls

Abilene State Park
Have you ever wondered what the fur of wild animals felt like?
Dec 12
2:30p
End Date

Reptiles with a Ranger

Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to meet some of our native reptiles!
Dec 18
2:00p
End Date

Meet The Longhorns

Copper Breaks State Park
Meet some of the official state longhorn herd!
Dec 19
2:00p
End Date

Meet The Longhorns

Copper Breaks State Park
Meet some of the official state longhorn herd!
Dec 19
2:00p
End Date

Nature Journaling

Abilene State Park
Learn to connect deeper with nature and to sharpen your perceptions!
Dec 25
2:00p
End Date

Meet The Longhorns

Copper Breaks State Park
Meet some of the official state longhorn herd!
Dec 26
2:00p
End Date

Meet The Longhorns

Copper Breaks State Park
Meet some of the official state longhorn herd!
Dec 26
2:30p
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 Nature 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 2
2:00p
End Date

Geocaching 101

Abilene State Park
Learn about Geocaching with a ranger!
Jan 9
2:00p
End Date

Skins & Skulls

Abilene State Park
Have you ever wondered what the fur of wild animals felt like?
Jan 9
2:30p
End Date

Reptiles with a Ranger

Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to meet some of our native reptiles!
Jan 16
2:00p
End Date

Nature Journaling

Abilene State Park
Learn to connect deeper with nature and to sharpen your perceptions!
Jan 23
8:30a
End Date

Kid Fish

Fort Parker State Park
Fish for rainbow trout at Lake Springfield!
Jan 23
2:30p
End Date

Reptiles with a Ranger

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

February 2027

Feb 6
2:30p
End Date

Reptiles with a Ranger

Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to meet some of our native reptiles!
Feb 20
2:30p
End Date

Reptiles with a Ranger

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

March 2027

Mar 6
2:30p
End Date

Reptiles with a Ranger

Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to meet some of our native reptiles!
Mar 20
2:30p
End Date

Reptiles with a Ranger

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

April 2027

Apr 3
2:30p
End Date

Reptiles with a Ranger

Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to meet some of our native reptiles!
Apr 17
2:30p
End Date

Reptiles with a Ranger

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

May 2027

May 1
2:30p
End Date

Reptiles with a Ranger

Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to meet some of our native reptiles!
May 15
2:30p
End Date

Reptiles with a Ranger

Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to meet some of our native reptiles!
May 29
2:30p
End Date

Reptiles with a Ranger

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

June 2027

Jun 12
2:30p
End Date

Reptiles with a Ranger

Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to meet some of our native reptiles!
Jun 26
2:30p
End Date

Reptiles with a Ranger

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

July 2027

Jul 10
2:30p
End Date

Reptiles with a Ranger

Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to meet some of our native reptiles!
Jul 24
2:30p
End Date

Reptiles with a Ranger

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

August 2027

Aug 7
2:30p
End Date

Reptiles with a Ranger

Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to meet some of our native reptiles!
Aug 21
2:30p
End Date

Reptiles with a Ranger

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

September 2027

Sep 4
2:30p
End Date

Reptiles with a Ranger

Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to meet some of our native reptiles!
Sep 18
2:30p
End Date

Reptiles with a Ranger

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

October 2027

Oct 2
2:30p
End Date

Reptiles with a Ranger

Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to meet some of our native reptiles!
Oct 16
2:30p
End Date

Reptiles with a Ranger

Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to meet some of our native reptiles!
Oct 30
2:30p
End Date

Reptiles with a Ranger

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

November 2027

Nov 13
2:30p
End Date

Reptiles with a Ranger

Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to meet some of our native reptiles!
Nov 27
2:30p
End Date

Reptiles with a Ranger

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

December 2027

Dec 11
2:30p
End Date

Reptiles with a Ranger

Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to meet some of our native reptiles!
Dec 25
2:30p
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 Nature 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
2:30p
End Date

Reptiles with a Ranger

Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to meet some of our native reptiles!
Jan 22
8:30a
End Date

Kid Fish

Fort Parker State Park
Fish for rainbow trout at Lake Springfield!
Jan 22
2:30p
End Date

Reptiles with a Ranger

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

February 2028

Feb 5
2:30p
End Date

Reptiles with a Ranger

Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to meet some of our native reptiles!
Feb 19
2:30p
End Date

Reptiles with a Ranger

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

March 2028

Mar 4
2:30p
End Date

Reptiles with a Ranger

Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to meet some of our native reptiles!
Mar 18
2:30p
End Date

Reptiles with a Ranger

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

April 2028

Apr 1
2:30p
End Date

Reptiles with a Ranger

Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to meet some of our native reptiles!
Apr 15
2:30p
End Date

Reptiles with a Ranger

Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to meet some of our native reptiles!
Apr 29
2:30p
End Date

Reptiles with a Ranger

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

May 2028

May 13
2:30p
End Date

Reptiles with a Ranger

Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to meet some of our native reptiles!
May 27
2:30p
End Date

Reptiles with a Ranger

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

June 2028

Jun 10
2:30p
End Date

Reptiles with a Ranger

Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to meet some of our native reptiles!
Jun 24
2:30p
End Date

Reptiles with a Ranger

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

July 2028

Jul 8
2:30p
End Date

Reptiles with a Ranger

Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to meet some of our native reptiles!
Jul 22
2:30p
End Date

Reptiles with a Ranger

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

August 2028

Aug 5
2:30p
End Date

Reptiles with a Ranger

Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to meet some of our native reptiles!
Aug 19
2:30p
End Date

Reptiles with a Ranger

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

September 2028

Sep 2
2:30p
End Date

Reptiles with a Ranger

Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to meet some of our native reptiles!
Sep 16
2:30p
End Date

Reptiles with a Ranger

Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to meet some of our native reptiles!
Sep 30
2:30p
End Date

Reptiles with a Ranger

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

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 Nature 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 Nature 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
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Kid Fish

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