All Events
November 2026
Nov
3
5:30p
End Date
Kids’ Golf Club
Lockhart State Park
Join Ranger Steven for a semi-weekly informal golf clinic for kids!
Nov
4
8:30a
End Date
Trail Maintenance Mornings
Dinosaur Valley State Park
Get your hands dirty and give back to the park you love to visit.
Nov
4
8:30a
End Date
Senior Stroll
Lake Somerville State Park - Birch Creek Unit
Take a walk on the mild side with an easy 0.5-mile hike.
Nov
4
9:00a
End Date
Bison & Longhorn Self-Guided Viewing
San Angelo State Park
Meet with park staff and watch bison and longhorn graze!
Nov
4
9:30a
End Date
Morning Nature Walk
Davis Mountains State Park
Enjoy the wide variety of bird, plant, and animal species found in the park on this fun and informative morning walk.
Nov
4
10:00a
End Date
Hiring Red White & You - Killeen
Ft. Hood, TX - Lone Star Conference Center
Hosted by Ft. Hood TAP. TPWD Recruitment representatives will be attending to discuss career, internship, and volunteer opportunities with attendees.
Nov
4
10:00a
End Date
Coffee with a Ranger
Lyndon B. Johnson State Park & Historic Site
Sit down, warm up and enjoy a hot beverage with us!
Nov
4
1:00p
End Date
Nature Center
Choke Canyon State Park - Calliham Unit
Visit the Nature to learn about all the wonderful history and wildlife here at Choke Canyon State Park!
Nov
4
1:00p
End Date
Visitor Center (Castle) Hours
Lake Corpus Christi State Park
Learn about local natural and cultural resources at the historic Castle (CCC Refectory) and see the interior!
Nov
4
1:30p
End Date
Nov
4
5:30p
End Date
UT CNS Connections, Networking Event
Austin, TX - UT Austin William C. Powers Student Activity Center
Hosted by UT Austin College of Natural Sciences. TPWD Recruitment representatives will be attending to discuss career, internship, and volunteer opportunities with students.
Nov
5
8:30a
End Date
Birding on the New Property
Lockhart State Park
Join a Ranger to explore the new acreage at Lockhart State Park and look for birds!
Nov
5
8:30a
End Date
Tiny Trailblazers
Lake Somerville State Park - Birch Creek Unit
See what little wonders we can find on this 0.5‑mile hike made for curious kids and their favorite grown‑ups!
Nov
5
9:00a
End Date
Coffee with the Superintendents
Davis Mountains State Park
Coffee, conversation, and connection on the porch of the Indian Lodge Historic Lobby.
Nov
5
10:00a
End Date
Reading With a Ranger
Woodville, TX - Alan Shivers Library
Come hang out with a Ranger at the Alan Shivers Library in Woodville!
Nov
5
10:00a
End Date
Hike With Homeless Dogs
Davis Mountains State Park
Come give some local shelter dogs the best walk of their week!
Nov
5
10:00a
End Date
Homeschool Hour at Pedernales Falls!
Pedernales Falls State Park
Sign your homeschool student up for a lesson in nature on a Thursday!
Nov
5
10:00a
End Date
Nov
5
1:00p
End Date
Nature Center
Choke Canyon State Park - Calliham Unit
Visit the Nature to learn about all the wonderful history and wildlife here at Choke Canyon State Park!
Nov
5
1:00p
End Date
Visitor Center (Castle) Hours
Lake Corpus Christi State Park
Learn about local natural and cultural resources at the historic Castle (CCC Refectory) and see the interior!
Nov
5
2:00p
End Date
Awesome Opossums
Martin Dies, Jr. State Park
Adaptable, resilient, and opportunistic. Three words that describe the Opossum.
Nov
5
3:00p
End Date
Critters of East Texas
Lake Livingston State Park
Explore the diversity of local mammals and reptiles.
Nov
5
4:45p
End Date
Sunset Watercolors🎨
Galveston Island State Park
Join us for an unforgettable evening of nature, art, and beauty!
Nov
5
7:00p
End Date
Nov
5
7:00p
End Date
Miles of Stars
Davis Mountains State Park
Join us as we appreciate some of the darkest skies in the U.S. through storytelling and telescope viewing.
Nov
6
8:00a
End Date
Birding Hike
Brazos Bend State Park
Brazos Bend State Park is home to over 300 species of birds making it the perfect place to bird-watch all year round!
Nov
6
9:00a
End Date
Llano Outdoor Sports Expo
Llano, TX - Llano Visitor Center
Hosted by Llano Chamber of Commerce. TPWD staff will be attending to discuss career, internship, and volunteer opportunities with attendees.
Nov
6
9:30a
End Date
Hands on Rock- Cancelled
Is it cool enough for a hike? Finally?
Nov
6
10:00a
End Date
Master Naturalist Hike
Davis Mountains State Park
Take an introductory deep dive into the Davis Mountains on this moderate walk 'n' talk.
Nov
6
10:00a
End Date
Homeschool Hour at Pedernales Falls!
Pedernales Falls State Park
Sign your homeschool student up for a lesson in nature on a Friday!
Nov
6
10:00a
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
6
10:00a
End Date
Nov
6
10:00a
End Date
Nov
6
10:30a
End Date
Nature Center
Choke Canyon State Park - Calliham Unit
Visit the Nature Center to learn about all the wonderful history and wildlife here at Choke Canyon State Park!
Nov
6
11:00a
End Date
Nov
6
12:00p
End Date
ONLINE PROGRAM | Fun Facts: Allthorn
Facebook/WylerAerialTramwayStatePark
Can you guess how this plant got its name?
Nov
6
1:00p
End Date
Visitor Center (Castle) Hours
Lake Corpus Christi State Park
Learn about local natural and cultural resources at the historic Castle (CCC Refectory) and see the interior!
Nov
6
1:30p
End Date
Pollinator Arts & Crafts
Choke Canyon State Park - Calliham Unit
Come and draw some nature with a ranger.
Nov
6
1:30p
End Date
Nov
6
1:30p
End Date
Virginia Reel 101!
Mission Tejas State Park
Bring your dancing shoes and explore one of the most classic dances of the Pioneer days!
Nov
6
2:00p
End Date
Nov
6
2:00p
End Date
Alligators: Predatory Engineers
Martin Dies, Jr. State Park
How alligators got to be Predatory Engineers of the ecosystems they inhabit.
Nov
6
2:00p
End Date
Nov
6
3:00p
End Date
Jr. Ranger Explorers
Purtis Creek State Park
Learn about Leave No Trace and explore the wonders of nature!
Nov
6
3:00p
End Date
Track Discovery
Lake Mineral Wells State Park & Trailway
Learn about native animals by the evidence they leave behind.
Nov
6
4:00p
End Date
Indian Lodge Tour
Davis Mountains State Park
Discover the history behind the ONLY hotel in the Texas State Park system.
Nov
6
5:30p
End Date
Nov
6
6:00p
End Date
Scorpion Spotlight
Lake Somerville State Park - Nails Creek Unit
Uncover nature's glow-in-the-dark wonders.
Nov
6
7:00p
End Date
Night Hike at Honey Creek SNA--Registration Required
Honey Creek State Natural Area
Join Ranger Gil for an evening hike on the new trails at Honey Creek State Natural Area.
Nov
7
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.
Nov
7
End Date
Gyotaku – Fish Printing
A Japanese art form that captured the beauty of fish, evidence of a catch and early conservation work.
Nov
7
6:00a
End Date
Celestial Safari: A Night Sky Program
Brazos Bend State Park
Join us to take a look at far off stars and distant planets!
Nov
7
7:00a
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. How far will the Big Tex Backyard go this year?
Nov
7
8:00a
End Date
Nov
7
8:30a
End Date
Native Prairie Plant-a-Thon
Sheldon Lake State Park & Environmental Learning Center
Looking for an opportunity to join in on the park's restoration efforts?
Nov
7
8:30a
End Date
Nov
7
8:30a
End Date
Fly Fishing Instructor Training Workshop - Blanco State Park
Blanco State Park
Become a Texas Parks and Wildlife Certified Angler Education Fly Fishing Instructor
Nov
7
8:30a
End Date
Cowboy Coffee
Inks Lake State Park
Start off your day right by joining a park Ranger and volunteer for some hot coffee made the old-fashioned way!
Nov
7
9:00a
End Date
Dutch Oven Cooking & Tasting
Daingerfield State Park
Join the Little Pine Friends of Daingerfield State Park to learn how to cook in a Dutch oven and sample some of their delicious dishes! *BURN BAN = AUTOMATICALLY CANCELLED*
Nov
7
9:00a
End Date
Nov
7
9:00a
End Date
Saturday Honey Creek Guided Walk--Registration Required
Honey Creek State Natural Area
Experience the natural and cultural history of Honey Creek!
Nov
7
9:00a
End Date
Bison & Longhorn Self-Guided Viewing
San Angelo State Park
Meet with park staff and watch bison and longhorn graze!
Nov
7
9:00a
End Date
Weekend Bird Walks
Lake Corpus Christi State Park
Join birding hosts Chantal and Tom on an exploratory bird walk, using sight and sound to ID birds of all sizes! Great for families, campers and winter Texans alike.
Nov
7
9:00a
End Date
Bird Watching / Feeding
Lake Corpus Christi State Park
Bird watch with birding hosts Chantal and Tom in the bird viewing area. Birds are fed in this area from November 1st to March 31st.
Nov
7
9:00a
End Date
Guided Birdwatching Hike
Mission Tejas State Park
Come experience the fall migration at Mission Tejas with a guided birdwatching hike!
Nov
7
9:00a
End Date
Nov
7
9:00a
End Date
Prehistoric Hunting - The Atlatl
Pedernales Falls State Park
How well can you use ancient technology to survive?
Nov
7
9:00a
End Date
Nov
7
9:00a
End Date
Let's Geocache!
Lake Whitney State Park
Adventure is closer than you think! Geocaching is a worldwide treasure hunt where explorers use the Geocaching app or a GPS device to track down hidden geocaches. Come join the fun and see what surprises are waiting nearby at Lake Whitney State Park.
Nov
7
9:00a
End Date
Nov
7
9:00a
End Date
Beginning Fly Fishing Class - Coppell
Coppell, TX - The Core
Learn basic fly fishing skills in a fun, free, hands-on workshop!
Nov
7
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!
Nov
7
9:00a
End Date
Nov
7
9:00a
End Date
Built for the Prairie
San Angelo State Park
Discover what makes bison perfectly built for life on the prairie!
Nov
7
9:00a
End Date
Coffee with the Bison
Caprock Canyons State Park & Trailway
Don't let the title fool you. We will not drink coffee WITH the bison.
Nov
7
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.
Nov
7
9:30a
End Date
Nov
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.
Nov
7
10:00a
End Date
Gifts from the Trees Hike
Lockhart State Park
Discover the secrets of your backyard trees in this fun walk!
Nov
7
10:00a
End Date
Dino-bility Day!
Dinosaur Valley State Park
You’re invited to join us at Dinosaur Valley State Park for our 2nd annual Dino-bility Day - a celebration of accessibility, community, and outdoor recreation for people of all abilities!
Nov
7
10:00a
End Date
🍲 Dutch Oven Cooking 🍲
Lake Somerville State Park - Nails Creek Unit
Learn Dutch oven cooking with Uncle Mike's Outdoor Kitchen! Hands-on tips, tasty food, and outdoor fun!
Nov
7
10:00a
End Date
Cowboy Coffee with a Ranger
Fort Boggy State Park
Let's discuss the history of Fort Boggy over a warm cup of frontier brew!
Nov
7
10:00a
End Date
Wild Calm
Bastrop State Park
Join Lost Pines Master Naturalist, Aliceanne, on a 1 mile guided exploration hike through the Lost Pines!
Nov
7
10:00a
End Date
Junior Ranger Hike
Lake Casa Blanca International State Park
Grab your sense of adventure and learn how you can become an official junior ranger!
Nov
7
10:00a
End Date
Art in the Park - Nature Craft
Inks Lake State Park
Join park volunteers and make your very own super fun Nature craft.
Nov
7
10:00a
End Date
Nov
7
10:00a
End Date
Mindful Movements with Ranger Caleb
Inks Lake State Park
Join Ranger Caleb for a morning session of mindful movements with a beautiful lakeside view
Nov
7
10:00a
End Date
Lost Pines Wildlife Habitat Day
Bastrop State Park
Experience wildlife of the Lost Pines! Join in on interactive booths, activities, live wildlife, informational presentations and more at this free event at Bastrop State Park!
Nov
7
10:00a
End Date
Guided Summit Hike
Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
Join a ranger or volunteer for a morning hike on our most popular trail.
Nov
7
10:00a
End Date
Nov
7
10:15a
End Date
Medicinal Plants
South Llano River State Park
Interested in learning about plant ID and traditional use of plants in central Texas? This is the program for you!
Nov
7
10:30a
End Date
Nature Center
Choke Canyon State Park - Calliham Unit
Visit the Nature Center to learn about all the wonderful history and wildlife here at Choke Canyon State Park!
Nov
7
11:00a
End Date
Fall Walk **Cancelled**
Lost Maples State Natural Area
This hike has been cancelled. Please check out our self-guided hike or one of our other guided hikes!
Nov
7
11:00a
End Date
Nov
7
1:00p
End Date
Gator Talk – Cohabitation with an Apex Predator
Huntsville State Park
Get to know about the prehistoric predator that lurks below the surface of Lake Raven
Nov
7
1:00p
End Date
Visitor Center (Castle) Hours
Lake Corpus Christi State Park
Learn about local natural and cultural resources at the historic Castle (CCC Refectory) and see the interior!
Nov
7
1:00p
End Date
Nov
7
1:00p
End Date
Tipis on the Prairie
Lockhart State Park
Join us to set up a tipi and learn about Native American culture!
Nov
7
1:00p
End Date
Backyard Bass
Lake Mineral Wells State Park & Trailway
Learn the basics of casting with this kid-friendly activity!
Nov
7
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!
Nov
7
1:00p
End Date
Calls of the Wild!
Mission Tejas State Park
Come join the park staff at the visitor center for a fun program about all the sounds we hear deep in the woods!
Nov
7
1:30p
End Date
Archery 101
Choke Canyon State Park - Calliham Unit
Interested in learning how to use a bow and arrow? Join a ranger to test your skills.
Nov
7
1:30p
End Date
Nature's Gifts
Government Canyon State Natural Area
The diverse native plants of south-central Texas have always offered food, medicine, fiber, and other gifts to people who know how to use them.
Nov
7
1:30p
End Date
Geocaching 101
Lake Somerville State Park - Birch Creek Unit
Cache in on adventure as you explore hidden treasures around the park!
Nov
7
2:00p
End Date
Nov
7
2:00p
End Date
Art In The Park
Davis Mountains State Park
Join us for an all-ages & all-ability levels arts & crafts workshop (cap at 25 people).
Nov
7
2:00p
End Date
Bat Sense
Fort Boggy State Park
Join us for a bat inspired activity and learn the importance of these flying mammals!
Nov
7
2:00p
End Date
Nov
7
2:00p
End Date
Art in the Park
Cooper State Park - South Sulphur Unit
Join us as we celebrate Native American Heritage month through art.
Nov
7
2:00p
End Date
Nov
7
3:00p
End Date
Nov
7
3:00p
End Date
Nov
7
3:00p
End Date
Gardening for Wildlife
Lockhart State Park
Join us to learn the who and why of planting with native plants!
Nov
7
3:00p
End Date
Planetarium Show
Copper Breaks State Park
Join Copper Breaks State Park on a virtual space adventure through the November Night Sky!
Nov
7
3:30p
End Date
"X" Marks the Geocache
Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
Take a step back in technological time and learn the basics of land navigation using a map, then find park geocaches on paper and mobile devices with the help of a ranger or volunteer.
Nov
7
3:30p
End Date
Nov
7
5:30p
End Date
Campfire Talk: Echoes of the Night Sky
Cedar Hill State Park
Celebrate Indigenous People's Month with s'mores and traditional stories around the campfire
Nov
7
5:30p
End Date
History of Enchanted Rock Campfire Chat
Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
Sit around the campfire and learn about the geologic and human history of our State Natural Area.
Nov
7
6:30p
End Date
Star Party
Palo Pinto Mountains State Park
Come look through telescopes and learn about the night sky from experts!
Nov
7
6:30p
End Date
Stargazing
Cooper State Park - Doctors Creek Unit
Wishing upon a star is a favorite past time. How many constellations do you know?
Nov
7
6:30p
End Date
Nov
7
6:45p
End Date
Volunteer-led Star Party
South Llano River State Park
Come out to experience all things night sky! Star clusters, constellations, distant galaxies, and more!
Nov
7
7:00p
End Date
Night Hike Along The Pineywoods Boardwalk Trail 7PM
Lake Livingston State Park
Night hike for wildlife!
Nov
7
7:30p
End Date
Star Walk
Copper Breaks State Park
Take a telescopic stroll at Copper Breaks State Park to view different celestial objects at our amazing dark sky park!
Nov
8
6:30a
End Date
Sunrise Hike
Lake Somerville State Park - Birch Creek Unit
Start November off on the right foot with a 1-mile guided sunrise hike.
Nov
8
8:00a
End Date
Bald in the U.S.A.
Lake Somerville State Park - Birch Creek Unit
Celebrate America 250 by surveying the skies for our national bird: the bald eagle.
Nov
8
9:00a
End Date
Sunday Honey Creek Guided Walk--Registration Required
Honey Creek State Natural Area
Experience the natural and cultural history of Honey Creek!
Nov
8
9:00a
End Date
Nov
8
9:00a
End Date
Paws and Paths: Exploring the Bauer Unit *Registration Required*
Guadalupe River State Park
Join us for a paws-itively delightful adventure at the Bauer Unit!
Nov
8
9:00a
End Date
Weekend Bird Walks
Lake Corpus Christi State Park
Join birding hosts Chantal and Tom on an exploratory bird walk, using sight and sound to ID birds of all sizes! Great for families, campers and winter Texans alike.
Nov
8
9:00a
End Date
Bird Watching / Feeding
Lake Corpus Christi State Park
Bird watch with birding hosts Chantal and Tom in the bird viewing area. Birds are fed in this area from November 1st to March 31st.
Nov
8
9:00a
End Date
Nov
8
9:00a
End Date
Angler Education Instructor Training Workshop - San Antonio
San Antonio, TX - Rodeo Contestant Hospitality Room
Become a Texas Parks and Wildlife Certified Angler Education Instructor
Nov
8
9:30a
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!
Nov
8
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.
Nov
8
10:00a
End Date
Discovery Walk Sundays
Stephen F. Austin State Park
Let the woods lead the way at Stephen F. Austin State Park.
Nov
8
10:00a
End Date
Our Dynamic Sun
Government Canyon State Natural Area
The Sun is not just a light bulb in the sky—it is a spinning, magnetic, eruptive star that enables life on Earth. Learn more about the sun's layers, solar "wind," radiation flares, and more...and safely view the sun's surface through a filtered telescope.
Nov
8
10:00a
End Date
Outdoor Cooking - Dutch Oven
Franklin Mountains State Park
Join us to learn the secrets of Dutch oven cooking!
Nov
8
10:30a
End Date
Fishing with a Ranger
Lake Somerville State Park - Nails Creek Unit
Spend a fun morning at the Family Fishing Pond!
Nov
8
11:00a
End Date
Book Lady Book Fair
Davis Mountains State Park
Come browse Margaret's (Book Lady) collection of books, many of which focus on the outdoors...all for FREE!
Nov
8
11:00a
End Date
Seed Paper
Sheldon Lake State Park & Environmental Learning Center
Want to learn how to make your own seed paper?
Nov
8
12:30p
End Date
Enchanting Rocks
Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
Join park volunteer Mark at the Gazebo and learn about the rocks and minerals that make our magical natural area so ENCHANTING!
Nov
8
1:00p
End Date
Nature Center
Choke Canyon State Park - Calliham Unit
Visit the Nature to learn about all the wonderful history and wildlife here at Choke Canyon State Park!
Nov
8
1:00p
End Date
Visitor Center (Castle) Hours
Lake Corpus Christi State Park
Learn about local natural and cultural resources at the historic Castle (CCC Refectory) and see the interior!
Nov
8
1:00p
End Date
Nov
8
1:00p
End Date
Nov
8
2:00p
End Date
Nov
8
2:00p
End Date
The Bows that Shaped Texas
Brazos Bend State Park
Discover how one nation changed Texan culture and history forever!
Nov
8
3:00p
End Date
Nov
9
9:00a
End Date
Hiring Red White & You - San Antonio
San Antonio, TX - Boeing Center at Tech Port
Hosted by Workforce Solutions Alamo. TPWD Recruitment representatives will be attending to discuss career, internship, and volunteer opportunities with attendees.
Nov
10
9:00a
End Date
Hiring Red, White & You - Round Rock
Round Rock, TX - Round Rock Sports Center
Hosted by Workforce Solutions Rural Capital Area. TPWD Recruitment representatives will be attending to discuss career, internship, and volunteer opportunities with attendees.
Nov
10
9:00a
End Date
Hiring Red White & You - San Marcos
San Marcos, TX -
Hosted by Workforce Solutions Capital Area. TPWD Recruitment representatives will be attending to discuss career, internship, and volunteer opportunities with attendees.
Nov
10
10:00a
End Date
Nature's Classroom Homeschool Program
Davis Mountains State Park
This monthly outdoor education program promises a fun and educational time for kids and parents.
Nov
10
1:00p
End Date
East TX A&M All Majors Career Fair
Commerce, TX - Rayburn Student Center, 2nd Floor Conference Room
Hosted by East TX A&M University. TPWD Recruitment representatives will be attending to discuss career, internship, and volunteer opportunities with East TX A&M students.
Nov
10
5:30p
End Date
Kids’ Golf Club
Lockhart State Park
Join Ranger Steven for a semi-weekly informal golf clinic for kids!
Nov
10
6:30p
End Date
Angler Education Instructor Training Workshop - Two Part Online
Online
Become a Texas Parks and Wildlife Certified Angler Education Instructor
Nov
11
9:00a
End Date
Bison & Longhorn Self-Guided Viewing
San Angelo State Park
Meet with park staff and watch bison and longhorn graze!
Nov
11
9:00a
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 Veterans Day Hike!
Nov
11
9:00a
End Date
Senior Stroll
Lake Somerville State Park - Nails Creek Unit
Take a walk on the mild side with an easy 0.5-mile hike.
Nov
11
9:00a
End Date
Veteran's Day Guided Hike to Honor all Who Have Served
Inks Lake State Park
Join retired Army Veteran and Texas Master Naturalist Matt Jary for a Special Veteran's Day hike to the Valley Springs Waterfall
Nov
11
9:30a
End Date
Morning Nature Walk
Davis Mountains State Park
Enjoy the wide variety of bird, plant, and animal species found in the park on this fun and informative morning walk.
Nov
11
10:00a
End Date
FULL Homeschool: History Hike
Lockhart State Park
Experience Lockhart State Park as an outdoor classroom in this program for school-age kids! Registration required.
Nov
11
10:00a
End Date
Fun and Games at the Farm
Lyndon B. Johnson State Park & Historic Site
Join us to celebrate Armistice Day and the end of the Great War by playing games of the time!
Nov
11
11:00a
End Date
Tree Talk
Lost Maples State Natural Area
Ever wonder why the leaves change color before they fall from the trees?
Nov
11
1:00p
End Date
Nature Center
Choke Canyon State Park - Calliham Unit
Visit the Nature to learn about all the wonderful history and wildlife here at Choke Canyon State Park!
Nov
11
1:00p
End Date
Visitor Center (Castle) Hours
Lake Corpus Christi State Park
Learn about local natural and cultural resources at the historic Castle (CCC Refectory) and see the interior!
Nov
11
1:30p
End Date
Nov
11
2:00p
End Date
Homeschool: History Hike
Lockhart State Park
Experience Lockhart State Park as an outdoor classroom in this program for school-age kids! Registration required.
Nov
11
6:00p
End Date
Sea Rim at the Library
Port Neches, TX - Effie & Wilton Hebert Public Library
Join Ranger Laura for her Sea Rim Series
Nov
12
8:30a
End Date
Trail Maintenance Mornings
Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
Volunteer your time with Enchanted Rock SNA staff and work to rebuild our trails.
Nov
12
9:00a
End Date
Scenic Overlook Nature Walk
Guadalupe River State Park
Join us for an easy nature walk with a beautiful view!
Nov
12
9:00a
End Date
Nov
12
9:00a
End Date
Tiny Trailblazers
Lake Somerville State Park - Nails Creek Unit
See what little wonders we can find on this 0.5‑mile hike made for curious kids and their favorite grown‑ups!
Nov
12
10:00a
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Nov
12
10:00a
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FULL Homeschool: History Hike
Lockhart State Park
Experience Lockhart State Park as an outdoor classroom in this program for school-age kids! Registration required.
Nov
12
10:00a
End Date
Nov
12
1:00p
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Nature Center
Choke Canyon State Park - Calliham Unit
Visit the Nature to learn about all the wonderful history and wildlife here at Choke Canyon State Park!
Nov
12
1:00p
End Date
Visitor Center (Castle) Hours
Lake Corpus Christi State Park
Learn about local natural and cultural resources at the historic Castle (CCC Refectory) and see the interior!
Nov
12
2:00p
End Date
Awesome Opossums
Martin Dies, Jr. State Park
Adaptable, resilient, and opportunistic. Three words that describe the Opossum.
Nov
12
3:00p
End Date
Critters of East Texas
Lake Livingston State Park
Explore the diversity of local mammals and reptiles.
Nov
12
3:00p
End Date
LEADING Program 4th Annual Career Fair
San Marcos, TX - LBJ Student Center
Hosted by Texas State University. TPWD Recruitment representatives will be attending to discuss career, internship, and volunteer opportunities with attendees.
Nov
12
4:00p
End Date
UMGC MilVet Connections
San Antonio, TX -
Hosted by University of Maryland Global Campus. TPWD Recruitment representatives will be attending to discuss career, internship, and volunteer opportunities with attendees.
Nov
12
6:00p
End Date
Basics of Fly Fishing - Belton
Belton, TX - Heritage Park Kayak Launch
Learn to Fly Fish at this fun, free clinic.
Nov
12
6:15p
End Date
Astronomy with Buddy
South Llano River State Park
Come see the wonders of the night sky with Buddy the astronomer. Clusters, shooting stars, constellations and more!
Nov
12
6:30p
End Date
Angler Education Instructor Training Workshop - Two Part Online
Online
Become a Texas Parks and Wildlife Certified Angler Education Instructor
Nov
12
7:00p
End Date
Miles of Stars
Davis Mountains State Park
Join us as we appreciate some of the darkest skies in the U.S. through storytelling and telescope viewing.
Nov
13
9:00a
End Date
Birding For Beginners
Davis Mountains State Park
Come learn some basic tips as you dip your toe into the wonderful world of birding.
Nov
13
9:00a
End Date
Coffee with a Ranger
Fort Leaton State Historic Site
Come and join us for a hot cup of mesquite bean coffee (or regular coffee) and conversation!
Nov
13
9:00a
End Date
Adopt-a-Highway Clean-Up
Dinosaur Valley State Park
Give back to the park you love to visit and help keep our entrance road clean.
Nov
13
9:00a
End Date
Living History Days
Fort Richardson State Park & Historic Site / Lost Creek Reservoir State Trailway
History comes to life at Fort Richardson!
Nov
13
10:00a
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Nov
13
10:00a
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Mission Talk and ECR Hike
Mission Tejas State Park
Come visit the Commemorative Mission and experience the history that brought so many to what is now Mission Tejas!
Nov
13
10:30a
End Date
Nature Center
Choke Canyon State Park - Calliham Unit
Visit the Nature Center to learn about all the wonderful history and wildlife here at Choke Canyon State Park!
Nov
13
11:45a
End Date
Homeschool Living History Afternoon
Fort Richardson State Park & Historic Site / Lost Creek Reservoir State Trailway
History comes to life at Fort Richardson!
Nov
13
1:00p
End Date
Visitor Center (Castle) Hours
Lake Corpus Christi State Park
Learn about local natural and cultural resources at the historic Castle (CCC Refectory) and see the interior!
Nov
13
1:30p
End Date
Pollinator Arts & Crafts
Choke Canyon State Park - Calliham Unit
Come and draw some nature with a ranger.
Nov
13
1:30p
End Date
Skins and Skulls
Caddo Lake State Park
Curious about critters? Come check out this interactive wildlife display to learn about the animals who call Caddo Lake home.
Nov
13
2:00p
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Nov
13
2:00p
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Tree Seekers
Purtis Creek State Park
Enjoy the fall colors and join a ranger to learn how to ID trees in the Post Oak Savannah!
Nov
13
2:00p
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Nov
13
3:00p
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Nov
13
3:00p
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Nov
13
4:00p
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Indian Lodge Tour
Davis Mountains State Park
Discover the history behind the ONLY hotel in the Texas State Park system.
Nov
13
6:00p
End Date
The Not-so-Haunted House Tour
Lyndon B. Johnson State Park & Historic Site
A spooky nighttime tour of the living history farm, perfect for Friday the 13th!
Nov
13
6:00p
End Date
Nov
13
7:00p
End Date
Haunted History Hike (Registration Required)
Palo Pinto Mountains State Park
Come hike and hear the haunting tales of the hills in Palo Pino Mountains State Park!
Nov
13
7:30p
End Date
Star Party
San Angelo State Park
Spend an evening under the West Texas sky and discover what’s shining above us!
Nov
14
End Date
Explore the Outdoors Day at Franklin Mountains State Park
Franklin Mountains State Park
🎉 Ever wonder "what is there to do in El Paso?" Wonder no more; explore more!
Nov
14
8:00a
End Date
Bird Outing
Lake Arrowhead State Park
Join the Texas Master Naturalists: Rolling Plains chapter to look for birds
Nov
14
8:00a
End Date
Nov
14
8:30a
End Date
Cowboy Coffee
Inks Lake State Park
Start off your day right by joining a park Ranger and volunteer for some hot coffee made the old-fashioned way!
Nov
14
8:30a
End Date
Fishing with a Ranger
Lake Somerville State Park - Birch Creek Unit
Spend a reel-y fun morning at the lake!
Nov
14
9:00a
End Date
Saturday Honey Creek Guided Walk--Registration Required
Honey Creek State Natural Area
Experience the natural and cultural history of Honey Creek!
Nov
14
9:00a
End Date
Bison & Longhorn Self-Guided Viewing
San Angelo State Park
Meet with park staff and watch bison and longhorn graze!
Nov
14
9:00a
End Date
Weekend Bird Walks
Lake Corpus Christi State Park
Join birding hosts Chantal and Tom on an exploratory bird walk, using sight and sound to ID birds of all sizes! Great for families, campers and winter Texans alike.
Nov
14
9:00a
End Date
Bird Watching / Feeding
Lake Corpus Christi State Park
Bird watch with birding hosts Chantal and Tom in the bird viewing area. Birds are fed in this area from November 1st to March 31st.
Nov
14
9:00a
End Date
Coffee with the Bison
Caprock Canyons State Park & Trailway
Don't let the title fool you. We will not drink coffee WITH the bison.
Nov
14
9:00a
End Date
Living History Days
Fort Richardson State Park & Historic Site / Lost Creek Reservoir State Trailway
History comes to life at Fort Richardson!
Nov
14
9:00a
End Date
Hike Among The Cottonwoods
Davis Mountains State Park
Enjoy a nature walk on the primitive side of the park to learn about the significance of Cottonwood trees and enjoy their fall foliage.
Nov
14
9:00a
End Date
Dutch Oven Demonstration and Potluck with the Lone Star Dutch Oven Society
Cedar Hill State Park
Learn how to cook the old-fashioned way!
Nov
14
9:00a
End Date
Turkeys on the Trail: Wild Turkey Trek
Lake Whitney State Park
Get ready to separate fact from fiction as you explore the fascinating world of one of Texas' most iconic and misunderstood birds. Join us on the Wild Turkey Trek for an exciting journey through turkey habitat, behavior, and survival strategies. Along the way, you'll uncover surprising facts, common myths, and discover why these bold, colorful birds have earned a reputation as some of the most dramatic wildlife in Texas. Perfect for nature enthusiasts of all ages, this adventure offers a fun and educational.
Nov
14
9:00a
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Rio! Rio!
Goliad State Park & Historic Site
For centuries people have been settling along the San Antonio River, from native hunters and gatherers to European immigrants. Come see how they lived and changed the surrounding area at this exciting event!
Nov
14
9:00a
End Date
TPWD Career & Volunteer Fair @ Palo Pinto Mtn SP
Palo Pinto Mountains State Park
TPWD HR Recruitment team will be on hand to talk with Palo Pinto Mountains State Park visitors about careers, internships, and volunteer opportunities.
Nov
14
9:00a
End Date
Archery 101
Cooper State Park - South Sulphur Unit
Want to learn a lifetime sport, we have the sport for you.
Nov
14
9:00a
End Date
Dutch Oven Cooking
Purtis Creek State Park
Come check out what the Purtis Creek Dutch Oven Society is all about and enjoy good food with even better friends!
Nov
14
9:00a
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Nov
14
9:30a
End Date
McKinney Falls State Park | One Night Event | Texas Outdoor Family | Austin Area (SOLD OUT)
McKinney Falls State Park
Join us for a fun-filled weekend and discover the joys of camping in your Texas State Parks.
Nov
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.
Nov
14
10:00a
End Date
The Forest You Almost Missed
Buescher State Park
Join Lost Pines Master Naturalist, Ryan, on a 1 mile family friendly guided hike through the Lost Pines forest! Bring your curiosity and sense of wonder!
Nov
14
10:00a
End Date
Track Talk
Dinosaur Valley State Park
Gather round and hear the 113-million-year-old story of our dinosaur tracks!
Nov
14
10:00a
End Date
Guided Summit Hike
Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
Join a ranger or volunteer for a morning hike on our most popular trail.
Nov
14
10:00a
End Date
Through the Ringer
Sheldon Lake State Park & Environmental Learning Center
Want to experience the life of a tree?
Nov
14
10:00a
End Date
Nature Drawing Class
Lake Corpus Christi State Park
Gather at the Mesquite Pavilion overlooking the lake and learn to draw nature from the park! We select from a bird, a landscape, or a plant.
Nov
14
10:00a
End Date
Historic Sacred Spaces
Beaumont, TX - Theodore R Johns Sr Library
Join Pvt. Mack as he travels out to Beaumont to share stories of the Buffalo Soldiers and honor the ones buried in historic cemeteries Beaumont.
Nov
14
10:00a
End Date
Big Country Frontier Day
Abilene State Park
Immerse yourself in the wild history of the Texas frontier for a day.
Nov
14
10:00a
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Nov
14
10:00a
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Nov
14
10:00a
End Date
Scavenger Hunt Hike
Lockhart State Park
Embark on a scavenger adventure - from vultures and insects to a scavenger-themed scavenger hunt - you won’t want to miss this fun hike!
Nov
14
10:30a
End Date
Nature Center
Choke Canyon State Park - Calliham Unit
Visit the Nature Center to learn about all the wonderful history and wildlife here at Choke Canyon State Park!
Nov
14
10:30a
End Date
Texas Tracks Walk
Lake Somerville State Park - Birch Creek Unit
Put your tracking skills to the test.
Nov
14
11:00a
End Date
Explore Bowhunting
South Llano River State Park
Want to find out if Bowhunting is for you? Attend this event to find out and learn more about the sport!
Nov
14
11:00a
End Date
Prehistoric Hunting - The Atlatl
Pedernales Falls State Park
How well can you use ancient technology to survive?
Nov
14
11:00a
End Date
Cyanotype and Hike!
Atlanta State Park
Harness the power of the sun to make a botanical print! While these develop, hike with a ranger to learn about the plants growing in the park!
Nov
14
11:00a
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Nov
14
11:00a
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Wildcraft: Alligators!
Brazos Bend State Park
Join us to learn about alligators through storytime and get creative making crafts!
Nov
14
12:00p
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Nov
14
12:30p
End Date
Second Saturdays with Steve (Stephen F. Austin): Log Cabins
Stephen F. Austin State Park
Learn about the History and Legacy of Log Cabins in the Austin Colony with a historian.
Nov
14
1:00p
End Date
Gator Talk – American Alligator VS Tyrannosaurus Rex. Who is the ultimate Survivalist
Huntsville State Park
They once roamed the earth together. What adaptations led one to prosperity and the other to extinction.
Nov
14
1:00p
End Date
Visitor Center (Castle) Hours
Lake Corpus Christi State Park
Learn about local natural and cultural resources at the historic Castle (CCC Refectory) and see the interior!
Nov
14
1:00p
End Date
Nov
14
1:00p
End Date
Dog Day Out! (SPCA of Polk County)
Lake Livingston State Park
Come hike with SPCA of Polk County's dogs!
Nov
14
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!
Nov
14
1:30p
End Date
Archery 101
Choke Canyon State Park - Calliham Unit
Interested in learning how to use a bow and arrow? Join a ranger to test your skills.
Nov
14
1:30p
End Date
Nov
14
1:30p
End Date
Mountain Biking for Beginners
Lockhart State Park
Join us for a biking adventure on park trails! Some equipment provided. Registration required.
Nov
14
1:30p
End Date
Colors of the Canyon
Government Canyon State Natural Area
Stop by the Picnic Pavilion to create beautiful artwork that captures the colors of Government Canyon.
Nov
14
1:30p
End Date
Geocaching 101
Lake Somerville State Park - Nails Creek Unit
Cache in on adventure as you explore hidden treasures around the park!
Nov
14
1:30p
End Date
Guided Hike on the Pecan Flats Trail
Inks Lake State Park
Join us for an awesome hike along the beautiful Pecan Flats trail.
Nov
14
2:00p
End Date
Nov
14
2:00p
End Date
Friend's Group Meeting
Mission Tejas State Park
Join the Mission Tejas Friend's Group at their monthly meeting and see about getting involved in park volunteering, events and projects!
Nov
14
2:00p
End Date
Archery Program
Stephen F. Austin State Park
Practice shooting a bow and arrow in our safe, inflatable archery range!
Nov
14
2:00p
End Date
Hiking Through History
Pedernales Falls State Park
Join us on a hike through time, starting in modern history and hiking down to 300-million-year old fossils!
Nov
14
2:00p
End Date
Art in the Park
Cooper State Park - Doctors Creek Unit
Celebrate Native American Heritage month through art.
Nov
14
2:30p
End Date
Nov
14
3:00p
End Date
Nov
14
3:00p
End Date
Nov
14
3:30p
End Date
Fall Foliage Hike
Caddo Lake State Park
Hike with as ranger as you explore the trails for pops of fall colors!
Nov
14
5:00p
End Date
Brazos River Pickers
Brazos Bend State Park
Come and enjoy the Brazos River Pickers as they play live country and bluegrass music from America’s roots.
Nov
14
5:45p
End Date
Senses on the Summit Night Hike
Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
Experience the nocturnal side of Enchanted Rock with our nighttime guided hike to the summit.
Nov
14
6:00p
End Date
Night Hike **REGISTRATION REQUIRED**
Stephen F. Austin State Park
See Stephen F. Austin State Park in a whole new moonlight during an engaging stroll after dark.
Nov
14
6:00p
End Date
Nov
14
6:00p
End Date
Star Party 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
14
6:30p
End Date
Big and Bright Stars
Mission Tejas State Park
Come join park staff to look at the stars and planets through a telescope and learn about how stars are born and the legendary figures the constellations are named after!
Nov
14
6:30p
End Date
Nov
14
7:00p
End Date
Nov
14
7:00p
End Date
Star Party
Devils River State Natural Area - Del Norte Unit
Join San Antonio Astronomical Association at Devils River SNA -Del Norte to view the amazing night skies.
Nov
15
2:30a
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Nov
15
8:30a
End Date
Trail Maintenance Mornings
Dinosaur Valley State Park
Get your hands dirty and give back to the park you love to visit.
Nov
15
9:00a
End Date
Sunday Honey Creek Guided Walk--Registration Required
Honey Creek State Natural Area
Experience the natural and cultural history of Honey Creek!
Nov
15
9:00a
End Date
Guided Bird Walk at Honey Creek State Natural Area *Registration Required*
Honey Creek State Natural Area
Join us this fall for a special opportunity to explore the new trails at Honey Creek State Natural Area with State Natural Area Superintendent, Gilbert, as your guide!
Nov
15
9:00a
End Date
Weekend Bird Walks
Lake Corpus Christi State Park
Join birding hosts Chantal and Tom on an exploratory bird walk, using sight and sound to ID birds of all sizes! Great for families, campers and winter Texans alike.
Nov
15
9:00a
End Date
Bird Watching / Feeding
Lake Corpus Christi State Park
Bird watch with birding hosts Chantal and Tom in the bird viewing area. Birds are fed in this area from November 1st to March 31st.
Nov
15
9:00a
End Date
Rise of the Wild Prairie Guided Hike
Galveston Island State Park
Experience Galveston Island’s wild side!
Nov
15
9:30a
End Date
Nov
15
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.
Nov
15
10:00a
End Date
Discovery Walk Sundays
Stephen F. Austin State Park
Let the woods lead the way at Stephen F. Austin State Park.
Nov
15
10:00a
End Date
Blacksmithing Demonstration
Lyndon B. Johnson State Park & Historic Site
Live blacksmithing demonstration at the Sauer-Beckmann Farm!
Nov
15
10:00a
End Date
Binoculars and Birds
Inks Lake State Park
Join a park ranger and sharpen your binocular skills. Then head out for an easy bird walk alone the shoreline of Inks Lake.
Nov
15
10:00a
End Date
Tracks, Scat & Wildlife Clues
San Angelo State Park
Become a wildlife detective as we explore the tracks, scat, and other signs animals leave behind.
Nov
15
10:30a
End Date
Fishing with a Ranger
Brazos Bend State Park
If you're thinking of getting into fishing, then this is the program for you!
Nov
15
1:00p
End Date
Nature Center
Choke Canyon State Park - Calliham Unit
Visit the Nature to learn about all the wonderful history and wildlife here at Choke Canyon State Park!
Nov
15
1:00p
End Date
Visitor Center (Castle) Hours
Lake Corpus Christi State Park
Learn about local natural and cultural resources at the historic Castle (CCC Refectory) and see the interior!
Nov
15
1:00p
End Date
Nov
15
1:00p
End Date
Nov
15
1:30p
End Date
Track Talk
Dinosaur Valley State Park
Gather round and hear the 113-million-year-old story of our dinosaur tracks!
Nov
15
1:30p
End Date
Texas Tracks Walk
Lake Somerville State Park - Nails Creek Unit
Put your tracking skills to the test.
Nov
15
2:30p
End Date
Watercolor with the Dinosaurs
Dinosaur Valley State Park
Be inspired by the beauty of Dinosaur Valley!
Nov
15
3:00p
End Date
Nov
15
5:00p
End Date
Batty Buddies
Old Tunnel State Park
Join Ranger Izzy and learn the history of the tunnel, bats, and see if any bats emerge.
Nov
15
7:00p
End Date
Fireballs of Fall: A Stargazing Program
Lake Somerville State Park - Birch Creek Unit
Witness November's brightest meteors as they blaze across the autumn sky.
Nov
17
5:30p
End Date
Kids’ Golf Club
Lockhart State Park
Join Ranger Steven for a semi-weekly informal golf clinic for kids!
Nov
17
11:55p
End Date
Self-guided Leonid Meteor Shower
Cooper State Park - South Sulphur Unit
Falling stars to wish upon and fireballs.
Nov
17
11:55p
End Date
Self-guided Leonid Meteor Shower
Cooper State Park - Doctors Creek Unit
Falling stars to wish upon and the Earth passing through the debris left by Comet Tempel-Tuttle.
Nov
18
8:30a
End Date
Senior Stroll
Lake Somerville State Park - Birch Creek Unit
Take a walk on the mild side with an easy 0.5-mile hike.
Nov
18
9:00a
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Nov
18
9:00a
End Date
Bison & Longhorn Self-Guided Viewing
San Angelo State Park
Meet with park staff and watch bison and longhorn graze!
Nov
18
9:30a
End Date
Morning Nature Walk
Davis Mountains State Park
Enjoy the wide variety of bird, plant, and animal species found in the park on this fun and informative morning walk.
Nov
18
10:00a
End Date
Homeschool Classes at the Park
Guadalupe River State Park
Experience Guadalupe River State Park as an outdoor classroom in this program for school-age kids!
Nov
18
10:00a
End Date
Coffee with a Ranger
Lyndon B. Johnson State Park & Historic Site
Sit down, warm up and enjoy a hot beverage with us!
Nov
18
10:00a
End Date
Preschool in the Park: Wildlife
Lockhart State Park
Come explore, create, and sing with us as we learn about our amazing environment!
Nov
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!
Nov
18
1:00p
End Date
Nature Center
Choke Canyon State Park - Calliham Unit
Visit the Nature to learn about all the wonderful history and wildlife here at Choke Canyon State Park!
Nov
18
1:00p
End Date
Visitor Center (Castle) Hours
Lake Corpus Christi State Park
Learn about local natural and cultural resources at the historic Castle (CCC Refectory) and see the interior!
Nov
18
1:30p
End Date
Nov
18
2:00p
End Date
Nov
19
8:30a
End Date
Trail Maintenance Mornings
Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
Volunteer your time with Enchanted Rock SNA staff and work to rebuild our trails.
Nov
19
8:30a
End Date
Tiny Trailblazers
Lake Somerville State Park - Birch Creek Unit
See what little wonders we can find on this 0.5‑mile hike made for curious kids and their favorite grown‑ups!
Nov
19
9:00a
End Date
Scenic Overlook Nature Walk
Guadalupe River State Park
Join us for an easy nature walk with a beautiful view!
Nov
19
9:00a
End Date
Nov
19
10:00a
End Date
Homeschool Classes at the Park
Guadalupe River State Park
Experience Guadalupe River State Park as an outdoor classroom in this program for school-age kids!
Nov
19
10:00a
End Date
Hike With Homeless Dogs
Davis Mountains State Park
Come give some local shelter dogs the best walk of their week!
Nov
19
1:00p
End Date
Nature Center
Choke Canyon State Park - Calliham Unit
Visit the Nature to learn about all the wonderful history and wildlife here at Choke Canyon State Park!
Nov
19
1:00p
End Date
Visitor Center (Castle) Hours
Lake Corpus Christi State Park
Learn about local natural and cultural resources at the historic Castle (CCC Refectory) and see the interior!
Nov
19
2:00p
End Date
Awesome Opossums
Martin Dies, Jr. State Park
Adaptable, resilient, and opportunistic. Three words that describe the Opossum.
Nov
20
8:00a
End Date
Nov
20
9:00a
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Nov
20
9:00a
End Date
Wing Walks
Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
Join a ranger or volunteer for an introductory birdwatching walk in the shade.
Nov
20
9:00a
End Date
Backyard Birding
Purtis Creek State Park
Explore the park with a ranger and become a backyard birder!
Nov
20
10:00a
End Date
Master Naturalist Hike
Davis Mountains State Park
Take an introductory deep dive into the Davis Mountains on this moderate walk 'n' talk.
Nov
20
10:00a
End Date
Homeschool Classes at the Park
Guadalupe River State Park
Experience Guadalupe River State Park as an outdoor classroom in this program for school-age kids!
Nov
20
10:00a
End Date
Nov
20
10:00a
End Date
Prehistoric Hunting - The Atlatl
Pedernales Falls State Park
Can you use ancient technology to survive?
Nov
20
10:00a
End Date
Homeschool in the Park: Old School Ink Making
Dinosaur Valley State Park
Experience Dinosaur Valley State Park as an outdoor classroom!
Nov
20
10:30a
End Date
Nature Center
Choke Canyon State Park - Calliham Unit
Visit the Nature Center to learn about all the wonderful history and wildlife here at Choke Canyon State Park!
Nov
20
1:00p
End Date
Visitor Center (Castle) Hours
Lake Corpus Christi State Park
Learn about local natural and cultural resources at the historic Castle (CCC Refectory) and see the interior!
Nov
20
1:30p
End Date
Pollinator Arts & Crafts
Choke Canyon State Park - Calliham Unit
Come and draw some nature with a ranger.
Nov
20
2:00p
End Date
Nov
20
2:00p
End Date
Nov
20
2:00p
End Date
Nov
20
2:00p
End Date
Flying through Life!
Lake Casa Blanca International State Park
How do different types of animals start their life? Come find out in this interactive program.
Nov
20
2:00p
End Date
Nov
20
2:00p
End Date
Nov
20
5:00p
End Date
Campfire Chat
Lost Maples State Natural Area
Join a ranger for a s’more and a nice evening by the fire!
Nov
20
6:00p
End Date
Nov
20
6:30p
End Date
Nov
20
6:30p
End Date
Texas Outdoor Family Outdoor Leadership Training | Buescher State Park (Application Open Until November 1st)
Buescher State Park
The Texas Outdoor Family program provides 900+ families with a "Learn to Camp" experience in Texas State Parks each year. Could you help?
Nov
20
7:00p
End Date
Moth Madness Campfire Chat
Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
Join Ranger Clair and her trusty bug sheet around the campfire for an exploration on the insect offerings of Erock.
Nov
20
8:00p
End Date
Public Hunt- Youth Deer
Guadalupe River State Park
Guadalupe River State Park (including the Bauer Unit) and Honey Creek State Natural Area will be closed starting at 8pm on Friday, November 20, 2026 and will reopen at 12pm on Tuesday, November 24, 2026.
Nov
21
End Date
The Great Turkey Treasure Hunt
Lake Somerville State Park - Birch Creek Unit
Embark on a feather-filled adventure through Birch Creek with The Great Turkey Treasure Hunt!
Nov
21
End Date
Fa La La Through The Forest Scavenger Hunt
Bastrop State Park
Follow the ornaments with clues through the park to get to the hidden cache! Write your name in the journal and share your favorite part of the journey!
Nov
21
End Date
The Great Turkey Treasure Hunt
Lake Somerville State Park - Nails Creek Unit
Embark on a feather-filled adventure through Nails Creek with The Great Turkey Treasure Hunt!
Nov
21
8:30a
End Date
Family Volunteer Day- Fort Boggy Trash Dash
Fort Boggy State Park
Come and experience our beautiful park with your family, practice stewardship, and have the chance to win a prize!
Nov
21
8:30a
End Date
Cowboy Coffee
Inks Lake State Park
Start off your day right by joining a park Ranger and volunteer for some hot coffee made the old-fashioned way!
Nov
21
8:30a
End Date
Nov
21
9:00a
End Date
The Wonder of Texas' Native Plants
Government Canyon State Natural Area
Take a plant walk to discover the diverse native wildflowers, trees, and shrubs of Bexar County.
Nov
21
9:00a
End Date
Weekend Bird Walks
Lake Corpus Christi State Park
Join birding hosts Chantal and Tom on an exploratory bird walk, using sight and sound to ID birds of all sizes! Great for families, campers and winter Texans alike.
Nov
21
9:00a
End Date
Bird Watching / Feeding
Lake Corpus Christi State Park
Bird watch with birding hosts Chantal and Tom in the bird viewing area. Birds are fed in this area from November 1st to March 31st.
Nov
21
9:00a
End Date
Fishing with a Ranger
Pedernales Falls State Park
Come learn how to fish on the Pedernales with a loaner rod or bring your own!
Nov
21
9:00a
End Date
Lake Casa Blanca State Park- Family Volunteer Day Event!
Lake Casa Blanca International State Park
Come and experience our beautiful park with your family! Texas State Parks wants to invite you to a day of fun and volunteer service. Join our park team to help with a variety of family-friendly and kid-friendly volunteer activities.
Nov
21
9:00a
End Date
Palo Duro Photography Workshop Series
Palo Duro Canyon State Park
Join us for our monthly photography classes at Palo Duro Canyon!
Nov
21
9:00a
End Date
Trek to the Dino Tracks
Government Canyon State Natural Area
Take a 5-mile guided hike to see the dinosaur tracks at Government Canyon.
Nov
21
9:00a
End Date
Chisholm Trail Turkey Trot
Lockhart State Park
Ready, Set….Gobble! Join us for a 1-mile or 5K run/walk to celebrate fall in the park!
Nov
21
9:00a
End Date
Bird Welcome Party
Lake Corpus Christi State Park
Learn about and celebrate birds with the whole family at the end of their fall migration!
Nov
21
9:00a
End Date
Fishing with the Ranger
Cooper State Park - South Sulphur Unit
Fish tales told here! Learn a new hobby or rediscover a favorite pastime.
Nov
21
9:00a
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Nov
21
9:00a
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Family Volunteer Day - FPSP
Fort Parker State Park
Join our park team to help with a variety of family-friendly volunteer activities! All ages are welcome! The morning will be filled with volunteer service activities. The afternoon will be free time to explore the park and participate in our educational program "Let's Talk Turkey" at 2pm. Park entry and educational program is free for all volunteers.
Nov
21
9:00a
End Date
Volunteer Day
San Angelo State Park
Give back to the great outdoors and help make a difference at San Angelo State Park!
Nov
21
9:00a
End Date
Nov
21
9:00a
End Date
Nov
21
9:30a
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Nov
21
9:30a
End Date
Tejas Timber Nature Hike
Mission Tejas State Park
Come join a park ranger for a guided nature walk on the Tejas Timber Trail. Come on this easy hike and scenery of the forest and learn about how wildlife prepares for the winter.
Nov
21
10:00a
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Nov
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.
Nov
21
10:00a
End Date
Skins, Skulls and Gators in the Day Use
Huntsville State Park
Stop by our table in the Day Use are to touch the furs and skulls of our wildlife. And learn about the American Alligator in our lake.
Nov
21
10:00a
End Date
Edible Plants Walk
Lockhart State Park
Join us to explore the wild treats of the woods in this fun hike!
Nov
21
10:00a
End Date
Predators of the Pines - Guided Hike
Bastrop State Park
Join a Texas Master Naturalist to discover what creatures are roaming through the Lost Pines!
Nov
21
10:00a
End Date
Guided Summit Hike
Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
Join a ranger or volunteer for a morning hike on our most popular trail.
Nov
21
10:00a
End Date
Nov
21
10:00a
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Nov
21
10:00a
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Nov
21
10:00a
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B.A.R.K. Ranger Guided Hike
Buescher State Park
Bring your furry friend on a B.A.R.K. Ranger Hike in Buescher State Park!
Nov
21
10:00a
End Date
Harvest Kitchen Science
Eisenhower State Park
There're more to Thanksgiving dinner than meets the eye!
Nov
21
10:00a
End Date
Fall Colors Tree ID - Guided Hike
Join a Village Creek Ranger for an fall walk through the woods for a new outlook on nature.
Nov
21
10:00a
End Date
Nov
21
10:30a
End Date
Nature Center
Choke Canyon State Park - Calliham Unit
Visit the Nature Center to learn about all the wonderful history and wildlife here at Choke Canyon State Park!
Nov
21
10:30a
End Date
Nov
21
11:00a
End Date
Backyard Bass
Sheldon Lake State Park & Environmental Learning Center
Come and enjoy this land lover's spin on fishing!
Nov
21
11:00a
End Date
Let's Talk Turkey
Ray Roberts Lake State Park - Johnson Branch Unit
Let's talk about everyone's favorite Thanksgiving bird!
Nov
21
11:00a
End Date
Binoculars 101
Inks Lake State Park
Learn how to use binoculars to view wildlife and the beautiful scenery of Inks Lake!
Nov
21
11:00a
End Date
Nov
21
11:00a
End Date
Fall Walk **REGISTRATION REQUIRED**
Lost Maples State Natural Area
Take a relaxing walk to the Pond at Lost Maples!
Nov
21
11:00a
End Date
Nov
21
1:00p
End Date
Visitor Center (Castle) Hours
Lake Corpus Christi State Park
Learn about local natural and cultural resources at the historic Castle (CCC Refectory) and see the interior!
Nov
21
1:00p
End Date
Nov
21
1:00p
End Date
Nov
21
1:00p
End Date
Nov
21
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!
Nov
21
1:30p
End Date
Archery 101
Choke Canyon State Park - Calliham Unit
Interested in learning how to use a bow and arrow? Join a ranger to test your skills.
Nov
21
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).
Nov
21
2:00p
End Date
Nov
21
2:00p
End Date
Alligators: Predatory Engineers
Martin Dies, Jr. State Park
How alligators got to be Predatory Engineers of the ecosystems they inhabit.
Nov
21
2:00p
End Date
Track Talk
Dinosaur Valley State Park
Gather round and hear the 113-million-year-old story of our dinosaur tracks!
Nov
21
2:00p
End Date
Tracking 101
Bastrop State Park
Learn about some of the common animals of Central Texas, their scat and prints, and the basics on how to track a wounded animal.
Nov
21
2:00p
End Date
Drop-In Archery 101
Cedar Hill State Park
Come out and try your hand at archery at Cedar Hill State Park!
Nov
21
2:00p
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Nov
21
2:00p
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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!
Nov
21
2:00p
End Date
Nov
21
2:00p
End Date
Make your own Corn Husk Doll!
Mission Tejas State Park
Join us at the visitor center and learn how you can create your own corn husk doll!
Nov
21
2:00p
End Date
Geocache 101
Lake Bob Sandlin State Park
Join us for a introduction to the world's biggest scavenger hunt!
Nov
21
2:00p
End Date
Nov
21
2:00p
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?
Nov
21
2:30p
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Nov
21
3:00p
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Nov
21
3:00p
End Date
Nov
21
3:00p
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Nov
21
3:00p
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Nov
21
6:00p
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Intermediate to Advanced Astrophotography
Palo Pinto Mountains State Park
Want to improve your skills at capturing the stars on a camera? Come learn from an expert astrophotographer!
Nov
21
6:00p
End Date
Night Hike on the Valley Spring Trail
Inks Lake State Park
Join a park ranger on night hike along the Valley Spring Creek Trail!
Nov
21
6:00p
End Date
November 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.
Nov
21
6:00p
End Date
Park After Dark
Purtis Creek State Park
Come out for a hike under the stars to learn about the creatures of the night!
Nov
21
6:00p
End Date
Nov
21
10:00p
End Date
*Park Closed For Wildlife Management*
Pedernales Falls State Park
Pedernales Falls SP will be closed to all visitors and campers during this time.
Nov
22
8:00a
End Date
Women's Hike
San Angelo State Park
Start your morning with fresh air, beautiful scenery, and a West Texas view!
Nov
22
9:00a
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Nov
22
9:00a
End Date
Weekend Bird Walks
Lake Corpus Christi State Park
Join birding hosts Chantal and Tom on an exploratory bird walk, using sight and sound to ID birds of all sizes! Great for families, campers and winter Texans alike.
Nov
22
9:00a
End Date
Bird Watching / Feeding
Lake Corpus Christi State Park
Bird watch with birding hosts Chantal and Tom in the bird viewing area. Birds are fed in this area from November 1st to March 31st.
Nov
22
9:00a
End Date
Learn to Bird
Dinosaur Valley State Park
Calling all birders (and non‑birders)! Let's check out what birds we can hear and see during migration season.
Nov
22
9:00a
End Date
Guided Hike
Sheldon Lake State Park & Environmental Learning Center
Come learn all about the park's history and wildlife on a guided adventure!
Nov
22
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!
Nov
22
9:00a
End Date
Guided Hike on the Lake Trail
Inks Lake State Park
Join us for an awesome hike along the beautiful lake trail
Nov
22
9:00a
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.
Nov
22
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.
Nov
22
10:00a
End Date
Discovery Walk Sundays
Stephen F. Austin State Park
Let the woods lead the way at Stephen F. Austin State Park.
Nov
22
10:00a
End Date
Nov
22
10:00a
End Date
Homeschool in the Park: Old School Ink Making
Dinosaur Valley State Park
Experience Dinosaur Valley State Park as an outdoor classroom!
Nov
22
11:00a
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Nov
22
11:00a
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Track Talk
Dinosaur Valley State Park
Gather round and hear the 113-million-year-old story of our dinosaur tracks!
Nov
22
1:00p
End Date
Nature Center
Choke Canyon State Park - Calliham Unit
Visit the Nature to learn about all the wonderful history and wildlife here at Choke Canyon State Park!
Nov
22
1:00p
End Date
Visitor Center (Castle) Hours
Lake Corpus Christi State Park
Learn about local natural and cultural resources at the historic Castle (CCC Refectory) and see the interior!
Nov
22
1:00p
End Date
Nov
22
1:00p
End Date
Nov
22
1:30p
End Date
Guided Hike at Enchanted Rock Backcountry Area
Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
Join a ranger for a guided hike at the newest addition to Enchanted Rock State Natural Area, to the north of the main park.
Nov
22
2:00p
End Date
Archery 101
Dinosaur Valley State Park
Join rangers in learning about this primitive hunting technique.
Nov
22
2:00p
End Date
Whispering Woods Walk
Fort Boggy State Park
Join in on this ranger-led mindfulness hike to unplug and reset in nature.
Nov
22
2:00p
End Date
Introduction to Nature Journaling
Village Creek State Park
Take your creativity outside and discover where art, creative writing, and biology converge in this intro to nature journaling!
Nov
22
2:00p
End Date
Insect Inspection
Lake Casa Blanca International State Park
Test your detective skills and investigate what insects are around Lake Casa Blanca.
Nov
22
2:00p
End Date
The Battle of the Birds
Brazos Bend State Park
Discover the birds that almost became the symbol of our country!
Nov
22
3:00p
End Date
Nov
24
10:00a
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Nov
24
10:00a
End Date
Native American Rope Making
Lake Corpus Christi State Park
Use plants like Native people did to make functional rope!
Nov
24
10:00a
End Date
Turkey for your Table
Bastrop State Park
Learn about our feathered friend as we have fun making a Turkey just in time to decorate your Thanksgiving table!
Nov
24
10:30a
End Date
Skins & Skulls
Barton Warnock Visitor Center
Join Ranger Omar to learn about some of the critters that call BBRSP home.
Nov
24
11:00a
End Date
Nov
24
5:30p
End Date
Beaver Moon Hike
Davis Mountains State Park
Enjoy the full Beaver moon rise from atop Skyline Drive.
Nov
24
5:30p
End Date
Beaver Moon🌕 Guided Hike
Big Bend Ranch State Park
Join Ranger Omar under the glow of the full moon and discover what makes Big Bend Ranch State Park such a special place!
Nov
24
6:30p
End Date
November Full Moon Hike
Cedar Hill State Park
Join us for a Full Moon Hike under the November Beaver Moon!
Nov
25
9:00a
End Date
Bison & Longhorn Self-Guided Viewing
San Angelo State Park
Meet with park staff and watch bison and longhorn graze!
Nov
25
9:30a
End Date
Morning Nature Walk
Davis Mountains State Park
Enjoy the wide variety of bird, plant, and animal species found in the park on this fun and informative morning walk.
Nov
25
10:00a
End Date
Nov
25
10:00a
End Date
Storytime and Craft: Wild Turkeys
Guadalupe River State Park
Join us for an unforgettable wild turkey story and craft!
Nov
25
10:00a
End Date
Thanksgiving Archery
Lake Corpus Christi State Park
Learn to shoot a bow and arrow! It is open to complete beginners, and equipment is provided! Only children 8+ and adults may participate.
Nov
25
10:00a
End Date
Arch(eology) in the park
Big Bend Ranch State Park
Join Park Archaeologist Tim for a tour of an active excavation site. Learn about his findings and the Indigenous people who called Big Bend Ranch home.
Nov
25
10:00a
End Date
Dutch Oven Dessert Demo
Bastrop State Park
Dutch Ovens are a fun way to cook up a delicious meal at a campsite! Come experience an easy dessert around the camp fire!
Nov
25
11:00a
End Date
CCC at Caddo Lake
Caddo Lake State Park
Recreate a piece of history to take home while you learn about the men we can thank for building Caddo Lake State Park: the Civilian Conservation Corps!
Nov
25
11:00a
End Date
Nov
25
1:00p
End Date
Nature Center
Choke Canyon State Park - Calliham Unit
Visit the Nature to learn about all the wonderful history and wildlife here at Choke Canyon State Park!
Nov
25
1:00p
End Date
Visitor Center (Castle) Hours
Lake Corpus Christi State Park
Learn about local natural and cultural resources at the historic Castle (CCC Refectory) and see the interior!
Nov
25
1:00p
End Date
Hunters and Gatherers
Pedernales Falls State Park
Will you be able to survive living in prehistoric Texas?
Nov
25
1:00p
End Date
Pre-Thanksgiving Day Paddle
Martin Dies, Jr. State Park
Experience late fall in MDJSP with a two-hour paddle amongst the sloughs!
Nov
25
2:00p
End Date
Secrets of the Swamp
Caddo Lake State Park
Unravel the mysteries of the plants and animals who call Caddo Lake home!
Nov
25
2:00p
End Date
Turkey For Your Table
Buescher State Park
Gobble Gobble! Thanksgiving is a time to reflect upon all that we are grateful for; from the wildlife that live in the park to the men that built it in the 1930s.
Nov
26
8:00a
End Date
Turkey Trot 2026
Fort Richardson State Park & Historic Site / Lost Creek Reservoir State Trailway
Ready, set… GOBBLE!
Nov
26
9:00a
End Date
Nov
26
9:00a
End Date
Turkey Trot
Fort Parker State Park
Join us pre-turkey on Thanksgiving Day for a 1/2-mile hike on the Bur Oak nature trail. Be a brisk bird or amble along with a ranger for a more educational experience.
Nov
26
10:00a
End Date
Post Turkey Day Hike
Martin Dies, Jr. State Park
Walk off your turkey meal on this 3-mile guided hike.
Nov
26
10:00a
End Date
Guided Turkey Hike
Galveston Island State Park
There has never been a Wild Turkey recorded in the park, but that won’t stop us from looking for one!
Nov
26
10:00a
End Date
Turkeys in Texas: An Underdog Story
Purtis Creek State Park
Come hear the story of how turkeys became the ultimate underdog of Texas!
Nov
26
10:00a
End Date
Turkey Talk
Guadalupe River State Park
Join us this Thanksgiving Day for a gobble-tastic experience!
Nov
26
10:00a
End Date
Turkey Trot and Fun Run!
South Llano River State Park
Join us Thanksgiving Day for our 9th Annual Turkey Trot 5k and 1-mile fun run!
Nov
26
10:00a
End Date
Hike on Wildlife/Island Trail Loop
Martin Dies, Jr. State Park
Walk through swamp and pine forests with a ranger!
Nov
26
1:00p
End Date
Nature Center
Choke Canyon State Park - Calliham Unit
Visit the Nature to learn about all the wonderful history and wildlife here at Choke Canyon State Park!
Nov
26
1:00p
End Date
Visitor Center (Castle) Hours
Lake Corpus Christi State Park
Learn about local natural and cultural resources at the historic Castle (CCC Refectory) and see the interior!
Nov
27
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.
Nov
27
End Date
Opt Outside Day at Guadalupe River State Park
Guadalupe River State Park
Skip the stores and #OptOutside with us!
Nov
27
9:00a
End Date
Nov
27
9:00a
End Date
Gobble Wobble Scavenger Hunt - Self Guided
Eisenhower State Park
Ready to gobble up a little adventure?
Nov
27
10:00a
End Date
Nov
27
10:00a
End Date
Walk Off the Stuffing
Ray Roberts Lake State Park - Johnson Branch Unit
Join rangers on trail as we walk off the stuffing from Thanksgiving.
Nov
27
10:00a
End Date
Turkey Walk **REGISTRATION REQUIRED**
Lost Maples State Natural Area
Walk off that Thanksgiving turkey!
Nov
27
10:00a
End Date
Incredible Plants of South Texas
Lake Casa Blanca International State Park
Discover the variety of plant life that is around Lake Casa Blanca and South Texas!
Nov
27
10:00a
End Date
Reset Ramble
Caddo Lake State Park
Stuffed on stuffing? After sleeping in, take a leisurely hike through the forest with a ranger to hike off that Thanksgiving meal!
Nov
27
10:00a
End Date
Nov
27
10:00a
End Date
Nov
27
10:00a
End Date
Gobble Till You Wobble
Bastrop State Park
#OptOutside! Instead of taking on Black Friday shopping, spend a relaxing time outdoors on a 3.5 mile ranger led hike at Bastrop State Park!
Nov
27
10:00a
End Date
Nov
27
10:30a
End Date
Nature Center
Choke Canyon State Park - Calliham Unit
Visit the Nature Center to learn about all the wonderful history and wildlife here at Choke Canyon State Park!
Nov
27
12:00p
End Date
Opt Outside Kayak Tour
Galveston Island State Park
Opt out of the biggest shopping day of the year by taking a kayak tour out on the Galveston Bay. *Registration Required*
Nov
27
1:00p
End Date
Visitor Center (Castle) Hours
Lake Corpus Christi State Park
Learn about local natural and cultural resources at the historic Castle (CCC Refectory) and see the interior!
Nov
27
1:00p
End Date
Nov
27
1:00p
End Date
Post-Pie Paddle (Registration Required)
Caddo Lake State Park
Paddle off that pie during Kayaking 101 with a ranger! Learn the basics of paddling and explore Saw Mill Pond in our tandem kayaks!
Nov
27
1:30p
End Date
Pollinator Arts & Crafts
Choke Canyon State Park - Calliham Unit
Come and draw some nature with a ranger.
Nov
27
1:30p
End Date
Primitive Fire
Mission Tejas State Park
Need to spark up alternative ways to light your campfire? Come explore the many different ways pioneers and backpackers ignite a flame!
Nov
27
2:00p
End Date
Nov
27
2:00p
End Date
Nov
27
2:00p
End Date
Giving Thanks for a Desert Haven
Fort Leaton State Historic Site
Watch Fort Leaton come to life and experience what it was like for travelers taking refuge inside the walls of Fort Leaton!
Nov
27
2:00p
End Date
Taking Aim with Archery - Ages 9+
Purtis Creek State Park
Join a Ranger for an archery 101 class and test your skills at the bow! No RSVP required!
Nov
27
2:30p
End Date
Walk Off the Turkey Hike
Lake Bob Sandlin State Park
Step on to the trail, and walk off those Thanksgiving calories!
Nov
27
4:00p
End Date
Indian Lodge Tour
Davis Mountains State Park
Discover the history behind the ONLY hotel in the Texas State Park system.
Nov
27
5:00p
End Date
Mindfulness Hike and Yoga
Dinosaur Valley State Park
Skip the stores this Black Friday and spend time outdoors!
Nov
27
6:00p
End Date
Nov
28
8:00a
End Date
Dogs on the Dogwood
Huntsville State Park
Bring your canine companion and have them become a B.A.R.K. Ranger.
Nov
28
8:00a
End Date
Nov
28
8:00a
End Date
Self-guided Fall Hike
Cooper State Park - South Sulphur Unit
Too much turkey, time to break free from that turkey!
Nov
28
8:30a
End Date
Cowboy Coffee
Inks Lake State Park
Start off your day right by joining a park Ranger and volunteer for some hot coffee made the old-fashioned way!
Nov
28
9:00a
End Date
Last Saturday Volunteer Workday
Village Creek State Park
Need volunteer hours? Help your local State Park look great!
Nov
28
9:00a
End Date
B.A.R.K. Ranger Hike
Brazos Bend State Park
Bring your furry friend along for a light hike in the park!
Nov
28
9:00a
End Date
Saturday Honey Creek Guided Walk--Registration Required
Honey Creek State Natural Area
Experience the natural and cultural history of Honey Creek!
Nov
28
9:00a
End Date
Bison & Longhorn Self-Guided Viewing
San Angelo State Park
Meet with park staff and watch bison and longhorn graze!
Nov
28
9:00a
End Date
Weekend Bird Walks
Lake Corpus Christi State Park
Join birding hosts Chantal and Tom on an exploratory bird walk, using sight and sound to ID birds of all sizes! Great for families, campers and winter Texans alike.
Nov
28
9:00a
End Date
Bird Watching / Feeding
Lake Corpus Christi State Park
Bird watch with birding hosts Chantal and Tom in the bird viewing area. Birds are fed in this area from November 1st to March 31st.
Nov
28
9:00a
End Date
Coffee with the Bison
Caprock Canyons State Park & Trailway
Don't let the title fool you. We will not drink coffee WITH the bison.
Nov
28
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.
Nov
28
9:00a
End Date
Nov
28
9:00a
End Date
Gobble Wobble Scavenger Hunt - Self Guided
Eisenhower State Park
Ready to gobble up a little adventure?
Nov
28
9:00a
End Date
Nov
28
9:00a
End Date
Dutch Oven Demo- Biscuit and Coffee Edition
Lake Bob Sandlin State Park
Gather around the fire to cook a pioneer breakfast!
Nov
28
9:00a
End Date
Nov
28
9:00a
End Date
Nov
28
9:00a
End Date
Indigenous People, Plants and Animals
Government Canyon State Natural Area
Take a walk with knowledgeable volunteers to explore the historical and present-day symbiotic relationship between native plants, animals and people in the Government Canyon area.
Nov
28
9:00a
End Date
Guided Hike
Sheldon Lake State Park & Environmental Learning Center
Come learn all about the park's history and wildlife on a guided adventure!
Nov
28
10:00a
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Island Trail Hike
Martin Dies, Jr. State Park
Spot insects, reptiles, and more during this guided hike.
Nov
28
10:00a
End Date
Trail Mix: Edible Plants Guided Hike
Buescher State Park
Hit the trails with a Lost Pines Master Naturalist on a fun guided hike! Edible plants grow all around us but we must learn to distinguish them from inedible or poisonous plants.
Nov
28
10:00a
End Date
Guided Summit Hike
Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
Join a ranger or volunteer for a morning hike on our most popular trail.
Nov
28
10:00a
End Date
Nov
28
10:00a
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Nov
28
10:00a
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Deck the Halls
Lyndon B. Johnson State Park & Historic Site
Learn about making Christmas decorations with natural materials.
Nov
28
10:00a
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Nov
28
10:00a
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Thankful for the CCC
Bastrop State Park
Join a ranger to learn about the CCC who built the park and try your hand at building a block arch.
Nov
28
10:00a
End Date
Flintknapping Demo
Palo Pinto Mountains State Park
Ever wonder how an arrowhead is made? Come find out from an expert flintknapper!
Nov
28
10:00a
End Date
Nov
28
10:00a
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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!
Nov
28
10:00a
End Date
Dutch Oven November (Pie)
Lake Corpus Christi State Park
Enjoy the outdoors this fall/winter by learning to cook your favorite dishes over a campfire!
Nov
28
10:00a
End Date
B.A.R.K. Ranger Academy
Purtis Creek State Park
Bring the pups and learn what it takes to become a certified B.A.R.K. Ranger!
Nov
28
10:00a
End Date
Hoodoos Trail Hike
Big Bend Ranch State Park
Join a ranger for a guided hike through the Hoodoos, an area rich in history, biodiversity, and geology!
Nov
28
10:00a
End Date
Bottomland Forest Hike
Stephen F. Austin State Park
Join a ranger-led hike to explore towering trees, learn about the role of seasonal flooding, and experience one of Stephen F. Austin State Park's most diverse habitats.
Nov
28
10:00a
End Date
Gyotaku: Fish Art
Atlanta State Park
Experience a historic way of recording fish and create your own fish print!
Nov
28
10:00a
End Date
Turkey Trot Dog Walk
Cedar Hill State Park
Work off that Thanksgiving feast with your four-legged friend or meet a new one!
Nov
28
10:00a
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Nov
28
10:00a
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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.
Nov
28
10:15a
End Date
Turkey Talk
South Llano River State Park
Do you have what it takes to be a wild turkey? Join this program to find out!
Nov
28
10:30a
End Date
Nature Center
Choke Canyon State Park - Calliham Unit
Visit the Nature Center to learn about all the wonderful history and wildlife here at Choke Canyon State Park!
Nov
28
11:00a
End Date
Track Talk
Dinosaur Valley State Park
Gather round and hear the 113-million-year-old story of our dinosaur tracks!
Nov
28
11:00a
End Date
Track Talk
Dinosaur Valley State Park
Gather round and hear the 113-million-year-old story of our dinosaur tracks!
Nov
28
11:00a
End Date
Frontier Candle Dipping
Fort Richardson State Park & Historic Site / Lost Creek Reservoir State Trailway
Come dip candles with us!
Nov
28
11:00a
End Date
Wildcraft: Raccoons!
Brazos Bend State Park
Discover a little about raccoons and make your own raccoon puppet!
Nov
28
12:00p
End Date
Nov
28
1:00p
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Gator Talk – Cohabitation with an Apex Predator
Huntsville State Park
Get to know about the prehistoric predator that lurks below the surface of Lake Raven
Nov
28
1:00p
End Date
Visitor Center (Castle) Hours
Lake Corpus Christi State Park
Learn about local natural and cultural resources at the historic Castle (CCC Refectory) and see the interior!
Nov
28
1:00p
End Date
Nov
28
1:00p
End Date
Art in the Park-Decorate an Ornament
Inks Lake State Park
Join park volunteers and create your very own fun, nature theme artwork
Nov
28
1:00p
End Date
Junior Ranger Academy
Palo Duro Canyon State Park
Join us for a come-and-go program in the Visitor Center!
Nov
28
1:00p
End Date
Ink of Independence Workshop
Stephen F. Austin State Park
Get your hands on this piece of history and make your own declaration to nature.
Nov
28
1:00p
End Date
Nov
28
1:00p
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Nov
28
1:00p
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Alligators: From Egg to Apex
Brazos Bend State Park
Join us to hear how the largest predator at Brazos Bend starts at the bottom!
Nov
28
1:00p
End Date
Guided Geology Hike
Pedernales Falls State Park
Come on a hike to see the unique and spectacular geologic formations and fossils!
Nov
28
1:00p
End Date
Home on the Plains: Penn Farm Tour
Cedar Hill State Park
Living life on the Texas prairie was always an adventure!
Nov
28
1:30p
End Date
Archery 101
Choke Canyon State Park - Calliham Unit
Interested in learning how to use a bow and arrow? Join a ranger to test your skills.
Nov
28
2:00p
End Date
Nov
28
2:00p
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Alligators: Predatory Engineers
Martin Dies, Jr. State Park
How alligators got to be Predatory Engineers of the ecosystems they inhabit.
Nov
28
2:00p
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Why Does It Hurt?
Big Bend Ranch State Park
Plants with thorns, spines and burrs in Big Bend Ranch State Park may be pokey and can hurt but our cacti have adapted to use these spines to survive in the Chihuahuan desert.
Nov
28
2:00p
End Date
Air Rifle Basics- *Registration is Required
Inks Lake State Park
Test your aim on our air rifle range
Nov
28
2:00p
End Date
Palo Duro Van Tour
Palo Duro Canyon State Park
Learn a bit about Palo Duro Canyon from the comfort of our van.
Nov
28
2:00p
End Date
Tales in Motion
Fort Boggy State Park
Take a break to experience the spirit of play and tradition! Try out some Native American games and hear a traditional story read by a Ranger.
Nov
28
2:00p
End Date
Kallison Ranch Hike
Government Canyon State Natural Area
Join us on a trip back in time with a short but beautiful hike to the historic Kallison Ranch complex.
Nov
28
2:00p
End Date
Water Color by the Waters Edge
Buescher State Park
Come enjoy life by the edge of the water! We will learn about En Plein Air painting and make a memory to take home!
Nov
28
2:00p
End Date
Binoculars 101
South Llano River State Park
Learn how to properly use binoculars to discover all things nature at South Llano River State Park!
Nov
28
2:00p
End Date
Nov
28
2:00p
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Nov
28
2:00p
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Nov
28
2:00p
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Nov
28
2:30p
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Nov
28
2:30p
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Nov
28
2:30p
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Owls of Mission Tejas - A real Hoottin-anny!
Mission Tejas State Park
Come join park staff for a program on owls at the park amphitheater and how they live and hunt at night!
Nov
28
3:00p
End Date
Nov
28
3:00p
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Nov
28
3:00p
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Gyotaku: Fish Art
Caddo Lake State Park
Experience a historic way of recording fish and create your own fish print!
Nov
28
3:00p
End Date
Trees to Meet You! Activity Walk
Cedar Hill State Park
Learn the stories of our local trees and take home some leaf rubbings!
Nov
28
3:30p
End Date
Campfire Stories and Smores
Inks Lake State Park
Join us for a fun filled campfire chat, complete with Smores
Nov
28
5:00p
End Date
Sunset Over Somerville
Lake Somerville State Park - Nails Creek Unit
Reds and yellows, oranges and blues, spend golden hour with all of the hues!
Nov
28
5:00p
End Date
Breathe in the Sunset Hike
Lake Whitney State Park
As the sun prepares to set over Lake Whitney—casting golden light across the water—join us for a relaxing evening hike along the Two Bridges Trail. This is one of the best times of day to experience the park’s calm beauty and watch the landscape transform as daylight fades.
Nov
28
6:00p
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Nov
28
6:00p
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Nov
28
6:30p
End Date
Twilight Trek
Fort Boggy State Park
Test your senses under the stars and explore what hiking at night can uncover!
Nov
28
6:30p
End Date
Nov
28
6:30p
End Date
Saturn Soirée
Lake Somerville State Park - Nails Creek Unit
Saturn's showing off, and you're invited!
Nov
28
7:00p
End Date
Stargazing at the Park!
Lake Livingston State Park
Learn about the stars and constellations visible above East Texas.
Nov
29
2:30a
End Date
Nov
29
7:00a
End Date
Nov
29
9:00a
End Date
Weekend Bird Walks
Lake Corpus Christi State Park
Join birding hosts Chantal and Tom on an exploratory bird walk, using sight and sound to ID birds of all sizes! Great for families, campers and winter Texans alike.
Nov
29
9:00a
End Date
Bird Watching / Feeding
Lake Corpus Christi State Park
Bird watch with birding hosts Chantal and Tom in the bird viewing area. Birds are fed in this area from November 1st to March 31st.
Nov
29
9:00a
End Date
Hike to the Valley Spring Creek Waterfall
Inks Lake State Park
Join a ranger on a hike along the Valley Spring Creek trail to the waterfall overlook!
Nov
29
9:30a
End Date
EarthScope Adventure at Enchanted Rock
Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
Earth science at work inside Enchanted Rock SNA! Take a short hike with us to examine and learn about our resident EarthScope station.
Nov
29
9:30a
End Date
Nov
29
10:00a
End Date
Discovery Walk Sundays
Stephen F. Austin State Park
Let the woods lead the way at Stephen F. Austin State Park.
Nov
29
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.
Nov
29
10:00a
End Date
Know your Knots
Lake Casa Blanca International State Park
Knot tying is an important skill to use in everyday life! In this stationary program, learn and practice 4-6 knots and how to use them.
Nov
29
10:00a
End Date
Coffee with a Ranger
Dinosaur Valley State Park
Gather around and ask our interpretive Ranger Kristina anything about the park!
Nov
29
11:00a
End Date
Paws and Plaster
Sheldon Lake State Park & Environmental Learning Center
Come learn some of the common tracks you can find here on our trails!
Nov
29
12:30p
End Date
Enchanting Rocks
Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
Join park volunteer Mark at the Gazebo and learn about the rocks and minerals that make our magical natural area so ENCHANTING!
Nov
29
1:00p
End Date
Nature Center
Choke Canyon State Park - Calliham Unit
Visit the Nature to learn about all the wonderful history and wildlife here at Choke Canyon State Park!
Nov
29
1:00p
End Date
Visitor Center (Castle) Hours
Lake Corpus Christi State Park
Learn about local natural and cultural resources at the historic Castle (CCC Refectory) and see the interior!
Nov
29
1:00p
End Date
Nov
29
1:00p
End Date
Nov
29
1:00p
End Date
Track Talk
Dinosaur Valley State Park
Gather round and hear the 113-million-year-old story of our dinosaur tracks!
Nov
29
1:00p
End Date
Journey Through the Post Oak Savannah
Lake Somerville State Park - Birch Creek Unit
Learn about the flora and fauna that make this transitional ecosystem so important.
Nov
29
1:30p
End Date
Spectacular Snakes!
Brazos Bend State Park
Join us for a talk about our slithery friends, the snakes!
Nov
29
2:00p
End Date
Art in the Park: Oak Gall Ink Holiday Cards
Dinosaur Valley State Park
Design your holiday cards using natural ink.
Nov
29
3:00p
End Date
December 2026
Dec
1
End Date
Pictograph Tours (Reservations Required)
Hueco Tanks State Park & Historic Site
Join us for guided pictograph tours Wednesdays through Sundays to learn more about the over 10,000 years of history at Hueco Tanks! RESERVATIONS ARE REQUIRED. Call park headquarters at (915) 857-1135 to save your spots!
Dec
2
9:00a
End Date
Bison & Longhorn Self-Guided Viewing
San Angelo State Park
Meet with park staff and watch bison and longhorn graze!
Dec
2
9:30a
End Date
Morning Nature Walk
Davis Mountains State Park
Enjoy the wide variety of bird, plant, and animal species found in the park on this fun and informative morning walk.
Dec
2
1:00p
End Date
Nature Center
Choke Canyon State Park - Calliham Unit
Visit the Nature to learn about all the wonderful history and wildlife here at Choke Canyon State Park!
Dec
2
1:30p
End Date
Dec
3
9:00a
End Date
Dec
3
9:00a
End Date
Coffee with the Superintendents
Davis Mountains State Park
Coffee, conversation, and connection on the porch of the Indian Lodge Historic Lobby.
Dec
3
10:00a
End Date
Reading With a Ranger
Woodville, TX - Alan Shivers Library
Come hang out with a Ranger at the Alan Shivers Library in Woodville!
Dec
3
10:00a
End Date
Homeschool Hour at Pedernales Falls!
Pedernales Falls State Park
Sign your homeschool student up for a lesson in nature on a Thursday!
Dec
3
10:00a
End Date
Homeschool Program
Fort Richardson State Park & Historic Site / Lost Creek Reservoir State Trailway
This educational program promises a fun time for kids and parents.
Dec
3
1:00p
End Date
Nature Center
Choke Canyon State Park - Calliham Unit
Visit the Nature to learn about all the wonderful history and wildlife here at Choke Canyon State Park!
Dec
3
2:00p
End Date
Alligators: Predatory Engineers
Martin Dies, Jr. State Park
How alligators got to be Predatory Engineers of the ecosystems they inhabit.
Dec
3
7:00p
End Date
Miles of Stars
Davis Mountains State Park
Join us as we appreciate some of the darkest skies in the U.S. through storytelling and telescope viewing.
Dec
4
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.
Dec
4
8:00a
End Date
Birding Hike
Brazos Bend State Park
Brazos Bend State Park is home to over 300 species of birds making it the perfect place to bird-watch all year round!
Dec
4
10:00a
End Date
Master Naturalist Hike
Davis Mountains State Park
Take an introductory deep dive into the Davis Mountains on this moderate walk 'n' talk.
Dec
4
10:00a
End Date
Homeschool Hour at Pedernales Falls!
Pedernales Falls State Park
Sign your homeschool student up for a lesson in nature on a Friday!
Dec
4
10:00a
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
4
10:00a
End Date
Smithsonian At Fort Clark Springs
Brackettville, TX - Old Guardhouse Museum
The traveling Smithsonian exhibit "Spark! Places of Innovation!" is coming to Fort Clark Springs, Texas! Join the Buffalo Soldiers as we help celebrate the rich history of Fort Clark.
Dec
4
10:30a
End Date
Nature Center
Choke Canyon State Park - Calliham Unit
Visit the Nature Center to learn about all the wonderful history and wildlife here at Choke Canyon State Park!
Dec
4
12:00p
End Date
Dec
4
1:30p
End Date
Pollinator Arts & Crafts
Choke Canyon State Park - Calliham Unit
Come and draw some nature with a ranger.
Dec
4
2:00p
End Date
Dec
4
2:00p
End Date
Awesome Opossums
Martin Dies, Jr. State Park
Adaptable, resilient, and opportunistic. Three words that describe the Opossum.
Dec
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.
Dec
5
8:00a
End Date
Dec
5
9:00a
End Date
Dutch Oven Cooking & Tasting
Daingerfield State Park
Join the Little Pine Friends of Daingerfield State Park to learn how to cook in a Dutch oven and sample some of their delicious dishes! *BURN BAN = AUTOMATICALLY CANCELLED*
Dec
5
9:00a
End Date
Park 2 Park Hike
Davis Mountains State Park
Join park rangers on a hike from a state park to a national historic site...all in the same hike!
Dec
5
9:00a
End Date
Dec
5
9:00a
End Date
Saturday Honey Creek Guided Walk--Registration Required
Honey Creek State Natural Area
Experience the natural and cultural history of Honey Creek!
Dec
5
9:00a
End Date
Bison & Longhorn Self-Guided Viewing
San Angelo State Park
Meet with park staff and watch bison and longhorn graze!
Dec
5
9:00a
End Date
Fishing with a Ranger
Pedernales Falls State Park
Come learn how to fish on the Pedernales with a loaner rod or bring your own!
Dec
5
10:00a
End Date
First Saturday Hike
Stephen F. Austin State Park
Explore the Wonders of the forest on a fun and informative guided hike.
Dec
5
10:00a
End Date
Dec
5
10:00a
End Date
Guided Summit Hike
Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
Join a ranger or volunteer for a morning hike on our most popular trail.
Dec
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.
Dec
5
10:00a
End Date
Tiny Predators; Tiny Prey - Guided Hike
Bastrop State Park
It's a bug-eat-bug world out there! Discover these tiny predators and what's for dinner.
Dec
5
10:00a
End Date
Dec
5
10:00a
End Date
Art in the Park: Christmas Cards
Guadalupe River State Park
Join us for an early celebration of National Christmas Card Day!
Dec
5
10:00a
End Date
30th Anniversary Celebration
Ray Roberts Lake State Park - Johnson Branch Unit
Come celebrate Ray Roberts Lake State Park - Johnson Branch Unit's 30th Birthday with us!
Dec
5
10:30a
End Date
Nature Center
Choke Canyon State Park - Calliham Unit
Visit the Nature Center to learn about all the wonderful history and wildlife here at Choke Canyon State Park!
Dec
5
1:00p
End Date
Dec
5
1:00p
End Date
Christmas at the Ranch
South Llano River State Park
Come enjoy some Christmas Cheer at the historic Buck House!
Dec
5
1:00p
End Date
Holiday Craft Workshop
Palo Duro Canyon State Park
Come and go Christmas craft program at the Visitor Center.
Dec
5
1:00p
End Date
Dec
5
2:00p
End Date
Dec
5
2:00p
End Date
Hiking Through History
Pedernales Falls State Park
Join us on a hike through time, starting in modern history and hiking down to 300-million-year old fossils!
Dec
5
6:00p
End Date
Dec
5
6:30p
End Date
Dec
5
6:45p
End Date
Star Party!
South Llano River State Park
Come out to experience all things night sky! Star clusters, constellations, distant galaxies, and more!
Dec
5
7:00p
End Date
Dec
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!
Dec
6
9:00a
End Date
Sunday Honey Creek Guided Walk--Registration Required
Honey Creek State Natural Area
Experience the natural and cultural history of Honey Creek!
Dec
6
9:00a
End Date
Guided Bird Walk at Honey Creek State Natural Area *Registration Required*
Honey Creek State Natural Area
Join us this fall for a special opportunity to explore the new trails at Honey Creek State Natural Area with State Natural Area Superintendent, Gilbert, as your guide!
Dec
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.
Dec
6
1:00p
End Date
Nature Center
Choke Canyon State Park - Calliham Unit
Visit the Nature to learn about all the wonderful history and wildlife here at Choke Canyon State Park!
Dec
7
6:00p
End Date
Angler Education Instructor Training Workshop - Two Part Online
Online
Become a Texas Parks and Wildlife Certified Angler Education Instructor
Dec
8
10:00a
End Date
Nature's Classroom Homeschool Program
Davis Mountains State Park
This monthly outdoor education program promises a fun and educational time for kids and parents.
Dec
8
10:00a
End Date
FULL Homeschool: Old School Ink Making
Lockhart State Park
Experience Lockhart State Park as an outdoor classroom in this program for school-age kids! Registration required.
Dec
9
9:00a
End Date
Bison & Longhorn Self-Guided Viewing
San Angelo State Park
Meet with park staff and watch bison and longhorn graze!
Dec
9
10:00a
End Date
Homeschool Classes at the Park
Guadalupe River State Park
Experience Guadalupe River State Park as an outdoor classroom in this program for school-age kids!
Dec
9
10:00a
End Date
Homeschool: Old School Ink Making
Lockhart State Park
Experience Lockhart State Park as an outdoor classroom in this program for school-age kids! Registration required.
Dec
9
1:30p
End Date
Dec
9
2:00p
End Date
Homeschool: Old School Ink Making
Lockhart State Park
Experience Lockhart State Park as an outdoor classroom in this program for school-age kids! Registration required.
Dec
9
6:00p
End Date
Angler Education Instructor Training Workshop - Two Part Online
Online
Become a Texas Parks and Wildlife Certified Angler Education Instructor
Dec
10
8:30a
End Date
Trail Maintenance Mornings
Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
Volunteer your time with Enchanted Rock SNA staff and work to rebuild our trails.
Dec
10
10:00a
End Date
Homeschool Classes at the Park
Guadalupe River State Park
Experience Guadalupe River State Park as an outdoor classroom in this program for school-age kids!
Dec
10
10:00a
End Date
Homeschool: Old School Ink Making
Lockhart State Park
Experience Lockhart State Park as an outdoor classroom in this program for school-age kids! Registration required.
Dec
10
6:15p
End Date
Astronomy with Buddy
South Llano River State Park
Come see the wonders of the night sky with Buddy the astronomer. Clusters, shooting stars, constellations and more!
Dec
10
7:00p
End Date
Miles of Stars
Davis Mountains State Park
Join us as we appreciate some of the darkest skies in the U.S. through storytelling and telescope viewing.
Dec
11
10:00a
End Date
Homeschool Classes at the Park
Guadalupe River State Park
Experience Guadalupe River State Park as an outdoor classroom in this program for school-age kids!
Dec
11
10:30a
End Date
Nature Center
Choke Canyon State Park - Calliham Unit
Visit the Nature Center to learn about all the wonderful history and wildlife here at Choke Canyon State Park!
Dec
11
1:00p
End Date
A Crafty Caddo Christmas
Caddo Lake State Park
Join us by the fire for hot chocolate, cookies, and creating your own Christmas tree ornaments in our cozy CCC Rec Hall. All supplies will be provided!
Dec
11
1:30p
End Date
Pollinator Arts & Crafts
Choke Canyon State Park - Calliham Unit
Come and draw some nature with a ranger.
Dec
11
2:00p
End Date
Dec
11
4:00p
End Date
Indian Lodge Tour
Davis Mountains State Park
Discover the history behind the ONLY hotel in the Texas State Park system.
Dec
11
5:00p
End Date
Christmas in the Park
Guadalupe River State Park
Join us for a night of holiday magic on Friday, December 11th and Saturday, December 12th as Guadalupe River State Park transforms into a winter wonderland!
Dec
11
5:00p
End Date
Dec
11
5:30p
End Date
Dec
11
6:00p
End Date
Christmas in the Park 2026
Lake Bob Sandlin State Park
Join us for the 14th Annual Christmas in the Park!
Dec
11
6:00p
End Date
Christmas in the Park
Atlanta State Park
Experience a Christmas Wonderland inside the Pineywoods of Atlanta State Park!
Dec
11
6:00p
End Date
Dec
12
8:00a
End Date
Bird Outing
Lake Arrowhead State Park
Join the Texas Master Naturalists: Rolling Plains chapter to look for birds
Dec
12
8:00a
End Date
We Wish you a Merry Birding
Stephen F. Austin State Park
Join us for a morning on the trails as we celebrate the holiday season with some of nature's own singers.
Dec
12
9:00a
End Date
Saturday Honey Creek Guided Walk--Registration Required
Honey Creek State Natural Area
Experience the natural and cultural history of Honey Creek!
Dec
12
9:00a
End Date
Bison & Longhorn Self-Guided Viewing
San Angelo State Park
Meet with park staff and watch bison and longhorn graze!
Dec
12
9:00a
End Date
Growing Up WILD Workshop - DFW
Combine, TX - John Bunker Sands Wetland Center
Professional development for anyone who works with young children including early childcare professionals, teachers, homeschool parents, and more.
Dec
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 and enjoy good food with even better friends!
Dec
12
10:00a
End Date
Trail Mix: Edible Plants Guided Hike
Buescher State Park
Hit the trails with a Lost Pines Master Naturalist on a fun guided hike! Edible plants grow all around us but we must learn to distinguish them from inedible or poisonous plants.
Dec
12
10:00a
End Date
Guided Summit Hike
Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
Join a ranger or volunteer for a morning hike on our most popular trail.
Dec
12
10:00a
End Date
Scavenger Hunt Hike
Lockhart State Park
Embark on a scavenger adventure - from vultures and insects to a scavenger-themed scavenger hunt - you won’t want to miss this fun hike!
Dec
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.
Dec
12
10:00a
End Date
Winter Holiday Traditions
Government Canyon State Natural Area
Celebrate the holidays the old-fashioned way by hand-crafting items families might have been made on the historic ranches that became Government Canyon.
Dec
12
10:00a
End Date
Birdwatching
South Llano River State Park
Meet us at the Buck House for a fun morning of birding. All experience levels are welcome!
Dec
12
10:30a
End Date
Nature Center
Choke Canyon State Park - Calliham Unit
Visit the Nature Center to learn about all the wonderful history and wildlife here at Choke Canyon State Park!
Dec
12
12:00p
End Date
Skins, Skulls, Scales and Scat
Pedernales Falls State Park
What can we learn about wildlife from what they leave behind?
Dec
12
12:00p
End Date
Dec
12
1:00p
End Date
A Crafty Caddo Christmas
Caddo Lake State Park
Join us by the fire for hot chocolate, cookies, and creating your own Christmas tree ornaments in our cozy CCC Rec Hall. All supplies will be provided!
Dec
12
1:00p
End Date
Lakeside Christmas
Fort Parker State Park
A Fort Parker State Park tradition! Take pics with Santa, make ornaments, play games galore! Win prizes!
Dec
12
2:00p
End Date
Dec
12
2:00p
End Date
Holiday on the Frontier
Fort Boggy State Park
Join the Fort Boggy State Park team for a jolly good time!
Dec
12
2:00p
End Date
Christmas Crafts
Lockhart State Park
Paint a nature-inspired salt dough ornament to take home with you! Drop in any time between 2:00pm and 3:30pm.
Dec
12
2:00p
End Date
Dec
12
2:00p
End Date
A Very Marshy Christmas
Sea Rim State Park
Watch Santa, ride an airboat into Sea Rim State Park, and join them for hot cocoa, Christmas crafts, and photo opportunities!
Dec
12
2:30p
End Date
Dec
12
4:00p
End Date
Christmas Campfire Stories
Martin Creek Lake State Park
Listen to a Christmas tale by a crackling campfire!
Dec
12
5:00p
End Date
Brazos River Pickers
Brazos Bend State Park
Come and enjoy the Brazos River Pickers as they play live country and bluegrass music from America’s roots.
Dec
12
5:00p
End Date
Christmas in the Park
Guadalupe River State Park
Join us for a night of holiday magic on Friday, December 11th and Saturday, December 12th as Guadalupe River State Park transforms into a winter wonderland!
Dec
12
5:00p
End Date
Dec
12
5:00p
End Date
Ghost of Christmas Past
Fort Richardson State Park & Historic Site / Lost Creek Reservoir State Trailway
Stroll through the fort and observe the “ghosts” of cavalry soldiers and their families as they celebrate Christmas inside the historic commanding officer's house from the 1870s.
Dec
12
5:30p
End Date
Dec
12
5:30p
End Date
Star Party
Inks Lake State Park
Join the Austin Astronomical Society and use their equipment for some amazing stargazing!
Dec
12
5:30p
End Date
Christmas in the Park
Goose Island State Park
Drive through decorated campsites and visit the Recreation Hall for crafts, holiday cheer, and the return of the star party!
Dec
12
6:00p
End Date
Christmas in the Park
Atlanta State Park
Experience a Christmas Wonderland inside the Pineywoods of Atlanta State Park!
Dec
12
6:00p
End Date
Dec
12
6:00p
End Date
Coastal Campsite Lights Night
Galveston Island State Park
Get ready for a festive evening on the coast as our campers light up the night with creative, family‑friendly campsite decorations!
Dec
12
6:00p
End Date
Christmas Starfest at Enchanted Rock
Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
What's better than wishing upon a star? Wishing upon 4,500 stars at once.... and also, Santa at the same time! Join Texas Parks and Wildlife staff for our biggest star party of the year, with telescopes run by experienced Rangers, holiday activities for the kids, a star tour, and an introductory astronomy lesson.
Dec
12
6:00p
End Date
Dec
12
6:00p
End Date
Posada
Fort Leaton State Historic Site
🎊Experience the holiday traditions of the borderlands at our annual Posada at Fort Leaton!🎊
Dec
12
6:00p
End Date
Holly Days 2026
San Angelo State Park
Sparkle at Holly Days as the park transforms into a magical winter haven filled with lights, laughter, and holiday enchantment!
Dec
12
7:00p
End Date
Holiday Hot Chocolate with a Ranger!
Mission Tejas State Park
Join park rangers for an evening cup of hot chocolate around the campfire and settle in for "tales of the glories of Christmases long, long ago!"
Dec
12
8:00p
End Date
Dec
13
9:00a
End Date
Sunday Honey Creek Guided Walk--Registration Required
Honey Creek State Natural Area
Experience the natural and cultural history of Honey Creek!
Dec
13
9:00a
End Date
Paws and Paths: Exploring the Bauer Unit *Registration Required*
Guadalupe River State Park
Join us for a paws-itively delightful adventure at the Bauer Unit!
Dec
13
9:30a
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!
Dec
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.
Dec
13
12:30p
End Date
Enchanting Rocks
Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
Join park volunteer Mark at the Gazebo and learn about the rocks and minerals that make our magical natural area so ENCHANTING!
Dec
13
1:00p
End Date
Nature Center
Choke Canyon State Park - Calliham Unit
Visit the Nature to learn about all the wonderful history and wildlife here at Choke Canyon State Park!
Dec
13
10:00p
End Date
*Park Closed For Wildlife Management*
Pedernales Falls State Park
Pedernales Falls SP will be closed to all visitors and campers during this time.
Dec
14
9:00a
End Date
Project WILD/Aquatic WILD Combo Workshop - Fort Worth
Fort Worth, TX - YMCA Camp Carter
Professional development for anyone who works in education with children or the public. This workshop will cover Project WILD and Aquatic WILD K-12 guides.
Dec
15
10:00a
End Date
Preschool in the Park: Tracks & Scats
Lockhart State Park
Come explore, create, and sing with us as we learn about our amazing environment!
Dec
16
9:00a
End Date
Bison & Longhorn Self-Guided Viewing
San Angelo State Park
Meet with park staff and watch bison and longhorn graze!
Dec
16
9:30a
End Date
Morning Nature Walk
Davis Mountains State Park
Enjoy the wide variety of bird, plant, and animal species found in the park on this fun and informative morning walk.
Dec
16
10:00a
End Date
JBSA Ft. Sam Houston Job & Resource Fair
San Antonio, TX - Military & Family Readiness Center Auditorium
Hosted by JBSA TAP. TPWD Recruitment representatives will be attending to discuss career, internship, and volunteer opportunities with attendees.
Dec
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!
Dec
16
1:00p
End Date
Nature Center
Choke Canyon State Park - Calliham Unit
Visit the Nature to learn about all the wonderful history and wildlife here at Choke Canyon State Park!
Dec
16
1:30p
End Date
Dec
16
6:00p
End Date
Christmas in the Park (FREE ENTRANCE)
Daingerfield State Park
Start a new tradition with us by driving through the park lit up like Santa Land Wednesday through Saturday! You'll get to meet Santa himself on Friday and Saturday!
Dec
17
8:30a
End Date
Trail Maintenance Mornings
Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
Volunteer your time with Enchanted Rock SNA staff and work to rebuild our trails.
Dec
17
1:00p
End Date
Nature Center
Choke Canyon State Park - Calliham Unit
Visit the Nature to learn about all the wonderful history and wildlife here at Choke Canyon State Park!
Dec
18
10:00a
End Date
Master Naturalist Hike
Davis Mountains State Park
Take an introductory deep dive into the Davis Mountains on this moderate walk 'n' talk.
Dec
18
10:30a
End Date
Nature Center
Choke Canyon State Park - Calliham Unit
Visit the Nature Center to learn about all the wonderful history and wildlife here at Choke Canyon State Park!
Dec
18
1:00p
End Date
Guided Geology Hike
Pedernales Falls State Park
Come on a hike to see the unique and spectacular geologic formations and fossils!
Dec
18
1:30p
End Date
Pollinator Arts & Crafts
Choke Canyon State Park - Calliham Unit
Come and draw some nature with a ranger.
Dec
18
2:00p
End Date
Dec
18
2:00p
End Date
Dec
18
6:00p
End Date
Christmastime Constellations
Pedernales Falls State Park
Come see what constellations and other objects are found in our December sky!
Dec
18
6:00p
End Date
Christmas Campsite Decoration Competition
Palo Duro Canyon State Park
Prizes awarded to top 3 campsites!
Dec
18
6:00p
End Date
Trail of Lights
Lake Mineral Wells State Park & Trailway
Join us for the 4th Annual Trail of Lights!
Dec
18
7:00p
End Date
Moth Madness Campfire Chat
Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
Join Ranger Clair and her trusty bug sheet around the campfire for an exploration on the insect offerings of Erock.
Dec
19
8:00a
End Date
We Wish you a Merry Birding
Stephen F. Austin State Park
Join us for a morning on the trails as we celebrate the holiday season with some of nature's own singers.
Dec
19
8:00a
End Date
Dec
19
8:30a
End Date
Story Walk
Lost Maples State Natural Area
Get ready to hibernate with a nice self-guided walk and a cute story!
Dec
19
9:00a
End Date
Saturday Honey Creek Guided Walk--Registration Required
Honey Creek State Natural Area
Experience the natural and cultural history of Honey Creek!
Dec
19
9:00a
End Date
Bison & Longhorn Self-Guided Viewing
San Angelo State Park
Meet with park staff and watch bison and longhorn graze!
Dec
19
9:00a
End Date
Grit and Grace: Women's History Hike
Government Canyon State Natural Area
Learn the history of Government Canyon’s trailblazing women and hear stories about the positive impacts they made on the canyon.
Dec
19
9:00a
End Date
Kids Fishing Derby
Fort Richardson State Park & Historic Site / Lost Creek Reservoir State Trailway
Grab the kids and head out to Quarry Lake, freshly stocked and ready for fishing fun!
Dec
19
10:00a
End Date
Dec
19
10:00a
End Date
Bug-Eat-Bug Hike
Lockhart State Park
Explore the world of tiny predators and tiny prey; how they see and how they slay.
Dec
19
10:00a
End Date
Guided Summit Hike
Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
Join a ranger or volunteer for a morning hike on our most popular trail.
Dec
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.
Dec
19
10:00a
End Date
Dec
19
10:00a
End Date
Happy Holly-Days
Bastrop State Park
Celebrate Christmas in the Lost Pines with a morning full of holly jolly good times in the park for the whole family!
Dec
19
10:00a
End Date
Notice. Wonder. Wander
Bastrop State Park
Join Lost Pines Master Naturalist, Aliceanne, on a 1 mile guided exploration hike through the Lost Pines!
Dec
19
10:00a
End Date
Christmas for the Birds
Guadalupe River State Park
Experience a festive feathered celebration this holiday season!
Dec
19
10:00a
End Date
Campfires and Cocoa
Ray Roberts Lake State Park - Johnson Branch Unit
Come enjoy a hot cup of cocoa around a nice toasty campfire.
Dec
19
10:15a
End Date
Medicinal Plants
South Llano River State Park
Interested in learning about plant ID and traditional use of plants in central Texas? This is the program for you!
Dec
19
10:30a
End Date
Nature Center
Choke Canyon State Park - Calliham Unit
Visit the Nature Center to learn about all the wonderful history and wildlife here at Choke Canyon State Park!
Dec
19
1:00p
End Date
Prehistoric Hunting - The Atlatl
Pedernales Falls State Park
How well can you use prehistoric technology to survive?
Dec
19
1:00p
End Date
Dec
19
1:30p
End Date
Archery 101
Choke Canyon State Park - Calliham Unit
Interested in learning how to use a bow and arrow? Join a ranger to test your skills.
Dec
19
1:30p
End Date
Tejas Christmas Ornaments
Mission Tejas State Park
Come to Mission Tejas and join park staff in crafting your own holiday decorations to bring home in time for Christmas!
Dec
19
2:00p
End Date
Dec
19
2:00p
End Date
Art In The Park
Davis Mountains State Park
Join us for an all-ages & all-ability levels arts & crafts workshop (cap at 25 people).
Dec
19
2:00p
End Date
Solar Viewing
South Llano River State Park
Ever wanted to take a look at the sun up close and personal without hurting your eyes? Come join us for a look at our solar system's one and only star!
Dec
19
3:00p
End Date
Holidays for the Birds
Lockhart State Park
Join the elves in Santa’s workshop by making bird feeders for our feathered friends!
Dec
19
3:30p
End Date
"X" Marks the Geocache
Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
Take a step back in technological time and learn the basics of land navigation using a map, find park geocaches on paper, and graduate to using your device to locate park geocaches.
Dec
19
5:00p
End Date
Twinkle Tour 2026
Lake Tawakoni State Park
🎄✨ Mark your calendars – Twinkle Tour 2026 is lighting up the park on Saturday, December 19, 2026, and we can’t wait to see your campsites sparkle! RESERVATIONS START JUNE 10 AT 10:00AM
Dec
19
5:30p
End Date
History of Enchanted Rock Campfire Chat
Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
Sit around the campfire and learn about the geologic and human history of our State Natural Area.
Dec
19
6:00p
End Date
Trail of Lights
Lake Mineral Wells State Park & Trailway
Join us for the 4th Annual Trail of Lights!
Dec
19
6:00p
End Date
A Polar Express Christmas Event!
Palo Pinto Mountains State Park
Hot! Hot! Hot chocolate! And cookies, and trains, and crafts, and so much more to celebrate this holiday season!
Dec
19
6:00p
End Date
Backyard Astronomy at Fort Leaton
Big Bend Ranch State Park
The stars at night are big and bright✨✨✨! Join park rangers on a tour across our galactic neighborhood.
Dec
19
6:00p
End Date
Christmastime Constellations
Pedernales Falls State Park
Come see what constellations and other objects are found in our December sky!
Dec
19
6:00p
End Date
Holiday Festival of Lights
Inks Lake State Park
If you're camping with us on Dec. 19th, please bring holiday decorations to brighten up your campsite!
Dec
19
6:00p
End Date
Dec
19
7:00p
End Date
Christmas Campfire Story and S'mores
Government Canyon State Natural Area
Bring a blanket and settle in for a festive story read by a ranger, then make s'mores over our campfire.
Dec
20
9:00a
End Date
Sunday Honey Creek Guided Walk--Registration Required
Honey Creek State Natural Area
Experience the natural and cultural history of Honey Creek!
Dec
20
9:00a
End Date
Rise of the Wild Prairie Guided Hike
Galveston Island State Park
Experience Galveston Island’s wild side!
Dec
20
9:00a
End Date
Tree Cookies
Stephen F. Austin State Park
Get ready to decorate for the holidays with a creative twist! Join us as we transform simple slices of wood, also known as "tree cookies," into one-of-a-kind ornaments perfect for the season.
Dec
20
9:30a
End Date
EarthScope Adventure at Enchanted Rock
Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
Earth science at work inside Enchanted Rock SNA! Take a short hike with us to examine and learn about our resident EarthScope station.
Dec
20
9:30a
End Date
Dec
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.
Dec
20
10:00a
End Date
Winter SOLE-stice Hike
Ray Roberts Lake State Park - Johnson Branch Unit
Join a ranger on a hike celebrating the first day of Winter!
Dec
20
10:30a
End Date
Fishing with a Ranger
Brazos Bend State Park
If you're thinking of getting into fishing, then this is the program for you!
Dec
20
12:30p
End Date
Enchanting Rocks
Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
Join park volunteer Mark at the Gazebo and learn about the rocks and minerals that make our magical natural area so ENCHANTING!
Dec
20
1:00p
End Date
Nature Center
Choke Canyon State Park - Calliham Unit
Visit the Nature to learn about all the wonderful history and wildlife here at Choke Canyon State Park!
Dec
20
5:30p
End Date
57th Annual Tree Lighting
Lyndon B. Johnson State Park & Historic Site
Enjoy this special tradition started 57 years ago by President and Mrs. Johnson.
Dec
22
1:30p
End Date
Junior Ranger Academy
Government Canyon State Natural Area
Explore the trails at Government Canyon with a ranger and earn your Junior Ranger badge.
Dec
23
9:00a
End Date
Bison & Longhorn Self-Guided Viewing
San Angelo State Park
Meet with park staff and watch bison and longhorn graze!
Dec
23
9:30a
End Date
Morning Nature Walk
Davis Mountains State Park
Enjoy the wide variety of bird, plant, and animal species found in the park on this fun and informative morning walk.
Dec
23
1:00p
End Date
Nature Center
Choke Canyon State Park - Calliham Unit
Visit the Nature to learn about all the wonderful history and wildlife here at Choke Canyon State Park!
Dec
23
1:00p
End Date
Veterans Village at the Armed Forces Bowl
Ft. Worth, TX - TCU Amon G Carter Stadium
Hosted by Workforce Solutions Capital Area. TPWD Recruitment representatives will be attending to discuss career, internship, and volunteer opportunities with attendees.
Dec
23
5:30p
End Date
Super Full Cold Moon Night Hike
Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
Experience the nocturnal side of Enchanted Rock with our nighttime guided hike to the summit under the light of the December full moon.
Dec
23
5:30p
End Date
Dec
24
10:30a
End Date
Dutch Oven Cookies & Cowboy Coffee
Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
Join Rangers for cozy sweet treats on Christmas Eve and learn about park history at our Day Use Area.
Dec
24
1:00p
End Date
Nature Center
Choke Canyon State Park - Calliham Unit
Visit the Nature to learn about all the wonderful history and wildlife here at Choke Canyon State Park!
Dec
25
9:00a
End Date
Christmas Morning Bird Walk
Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
Who's that chirping in the trees? Join a ranger with your morning cup of coffee and take a walk on the mild side with this introductory birdwatching walk.
Dec
25
10:30a
End Date
Nature Center
Choke Canyon State Park - Calliham Unit
Visit the Nature Center to learn about all the wonderful history and wildlife here at Choke Canyon State Park!
Dec
25
2:00p
End Date
Dec
26
9:00a
End Date
Saturday Honey Creek Guided Walk--Registration Required
Honey Creek State Natural Area
Experience the natural and cultural history of Honey Creek!
Dec
26
9:00a
End Date
Bison & Longhorn Self-Guided Viewing
San Angelo State Park
Meet with park staff and watch bison and longhorn graze!
Dec
26
9:00a
End Date
Dec
26
10:00a
End Date
Guided Summit Hike
Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
Join a ranger or volunteer for a morning hike on our most popular trail.
Dec
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.
Dec
26
10:00a
End Date
Nest Quest
Government Canyon State Natural Area
Kids will learn how to identify common birds and practice with binoculars on this ranger-led bird walk.
Dec
26
10:30a
End Date
Nature Center
Choke Canyon State Park - Calliham Unit
Visit the Nature Center to learn about all the wonderful history and wildlife here at Choke Canyon State Park!
Dec
26
11:00a
End Date
Nature Journaling
Lost Maples State Natural Area
Relax after the holidays with some nature journaling!
Dec
26
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).
Dec
26
2:00p
End Date
Dec
26
2:30p
End Date
Dec
27
9:00a
End Date
Sunday Honey Creek Guided Walk--Registration Required
Honey Creek State Natural Area
Experience the natural and cultural history of Honey Creek!
Dec
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.
Dec
27
1:00p
End Date
Nature Center
Choke Canyon State Park - Calliham Unit
Visit the Nature to learn about all the wonderful history and wildlife here at Choke Canyon State Park!
Dec
27
2:00p
End Date
Kallison Ranch Hike
Government Canyon State Natural Area
Join us on a trip back in time with a short but beautiful hike to the historic Kallison Ranch complex.
Dec
30
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.
Dec
30
9:00a
End Date
Bison & Longhorn Self-Guided Viewing
San Angelo State Park
Meet with park staff and watch bison and longhorn graze!
Dec
30
9:30a
End Date
Morning Nature Walk
Davis Mountains State Park
Enjoy the wide variety of bird, plant, and animal species found in the park on this fun and informative morning walk.
Dec
30
1:00p
End Date
Nature Center
Choke Canyon State Park - Calliham Unit
Visit the Nature to learn about all the wonderful history and wildlife here at Choke Canyon State Park!
Dec
31
11:00a
End Date
Learn Something New for New Years
Lost Maples State Natural Area
Finish the year strong with a new skill!
Dec
31
1:00p
End Date
Nature Center
Choke Canyon State Park - Calliham Unit
Visit the Nature to learn about all the wonderful history and wildlife here at Choke Canyon State Park!
Dec
31
5:00p
End Date
Dec
31
5:30p
End Date
New Year's Eve: Sunset Reflections
Fort Parker State Park
Enjoy the sunset reflecting on Fort Parker Lake, reflect on the past or upcoming year, or paint the scene in watercolor.
Dec
31
6:30p
End Date
New Year's Eve: Night Hike
Fort Parker State Park
Take a New Year’s night hike with a Fort Parker State Park ranger! Explore the 1/2-mile Bur Oak Nature Trail and see what you might with an awesome black light!
Dec
31
11:00p
End Date
First Day Midnight Hike *Registration Required*
Inks Lake State Park
Start 2027 with a midnight hike and ring in the New Year with us!
Dec
31
11:30p
End Date
First Day Hike: Midnight Kick-Off!
Purtis Creek State Park
Join a ranger for a midnight hike along the Wolfpen Trail to kick off the new year!
January 2027
Jan
1
End Date
Pictograph Tours (Reservations Required)
Hueco Tanks State Park & Historic Site
Join us for guided pictograph tours Wednesdays through Sundays to learn more about the over 10,000 years of history at Hueco Tanks! RESERVATIONS ARE REQUIRED. Call park headquarters at (915) 857-1135 to save your spots!
Jan
1
End Date
First Day Hike (Self-Guided)
Purtis Creek State Park
Join us at Purtis Creek and take to the trails to celebrate TPWD's 15th annual First Day Hike!
Jan
1
End Date
Jan
1
End Date
Jan
1
6:00a
End Date
First Day Hike - Self Guided
Palo Duro Canyon State Park
Ring in the New Year right with a First Day Hike!
Jan
1
6:00a
End Date
First Day Hike (Self Guided)
Ray Roberts Lake State Park - Johnson Branch Unit
Start the new year off on the right foot and enjoy a hike at the park.
Jan
1
7:00a
End Date
First Day Hike - Sunrise Beach Walk
Galveston Island State Park
Begin 2026 with a sunrise walk on the beach at Galveston Island State Park!
Jan
1
8:00a
End Date
First Day Self-guided Hike, Bike and/or Ride!
Cooper State Park - South Sulphur Unit
Join us on New Year's Day to celebrate wellness in nature!
Jan
1
8:00a
End Date
First Day Self-guided Hike!!
Cooper State Park - Doctors Creek Unit
Join us on New Year's Day to celebrate wellness in nature!
Jan
1
8:00a
End Date
First Day Hike 2027
Brazos Bend State Park
Start the New Year off on the right foot and join in the annual First Day Hike at Brazos Bend State Park!
Jan
1
8:00a
End Date
Self-Guided First Day Nature Hikes
Guadalupe River State Park
Experience the great outdoors and join us for a self-guided First Day Hike!
Jan
1
8:00a
End Date
Self Guided First Day Hikes
Fort Richardson State Park & Historic Site / Lost Creek Reservoir State Trailway
Ring in the New Year right with a First Day Hike
Jan
1
8:30a
End Date
First Day Hike - Tri Park a Thon
Ray Roberts Lake State Park - Isle Du Bois Unit
Start the new year off right with by hitting the trail and participating in our third Tri-Park-A-Thon!
Jan
1
8:30a
End Date
Tri-Park-A-Thon 2027
Ray Roberts Lake State Park - Johnson Branch Unit
Join rangers at Ray Roberts for our 4th Annual hike across all 3 units.
Jan
1
8:30a
End Date
First Day Hike 2027 - Greenbelt FM 428 Aubrey
Ray Roberts Lake State Park - Isle Du Bois Unit
Looking to start the New Year off right? Do it outdoors with a hike at the Greenbelt Unit!
Jan
1
9:00a
End Date
Mile - High First Day Hike
Davis Mountains State Park
Start 2027 off on the right (or left) foot by joining us on our Mile - High First Day Hike.
Jan
1
9:00a
End Date
First Day Hike
Sheldon Lake State Park & Environmental Learning Center
Start off the New Year on the right foot by joining us for our First Day Hike!
Jan
1
9:00a
End Date
First Day Dog Walk
Sheldon Lake State Park & Environmental Learning Center
Start off the New Year on the right foot by joining us for our First Day Hike, pups included!
Jan
1
9:00a
End Date
First Day Guided Hike
Caddo Lake State Park
Jan
1
9:00a
End Date
Jan
1
9:00a
End Date
Early Risers First Day Hike
Abilene State Park
Start your new year outdoors! Join us for our annual first day hikes.
Jan
1
9:00a
End Date
First Day Hikes
Caprock Canyons State Park & Trailway
Start the new year off with a hike at Caprock Canyons State Park!
Jan
1
9:00a
End Date
First Day Hike: Tails to the Trails
Government Canyon State Natural Area
Ease into the new year with your favorite canine friend on a guided dog-walk along the Savannah Loop Trail.
Jan
1
9:00a
End Date
First Day Hike - Bird Walk
Galveston Island State Park
Kick off 2026 with a refreshing Bird Walk at Galveston Island State Park!
Jan
1
9:00a
End Date
Closed Canyon First Day Hike
Big Bend Ranch State Park
First Day self- guided hike of the Closed Canyon at BBRSP.
Jan
1
9:00a
End Date
First Day Hike Chinati Mountains State Natural Area
Big Bend Ranch State Park
Guided First Day Hike to Chinati Mountains State Natural Area!
Jan
1
9:00a
End Date
Jan
1
9:00a
End Date
First Day Beach Walk
Start your resolutions off right by joining us for a hike on the beach on the first day of the new year!
Jan
1
9:30a
End Date
First Day Hike - Self-Guided
Lake Brownwood State Park
Take a First Day Hike at your own pace on our trails!
Jan
1
9:30a
End Date
First Day Hike! (Arduous Morning Hike)
Mission Tejas State Park
Kick-off the new year with a challenging ranger-led hike!
Jan
1
10:00a
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
1
10:00a
End Date
First Day Guided Hike (Morning)
Purtis Creek State Park
Join us at Purtis Creek and take to the trails to celebrate TPWD's 15th annual First Day Hike!
Jan
1
10:00a
End Date
First Day Hike!
Cooper State Park - South Sulphur Unit
Join us on New Year's Day to celebrate wellness in nature!
Jan
1
10:00a
End Date
First Day Hike: Family-Friendly Morning Hike
Government Canyon State Natural Area
Start your kids' new year on the right foot enjoying the outdoors at Government Canyon State Natural Area!
Jan
1
10:00a
End Date
Jan
1
10:00a
End Date
B.A.R.K. Ranger First Day Hike
Fort Richardson State Park & Historic Site / Lost Creek Reservoir State Trailway
Ring in the New Year right with a First Day Hike
Jan
1
10:00a
End Date
Jan
1
10:00a
End Date
First Day Hike (Ranger-Guided, Mountain View, 0.8 miles)
Daingerfield State Park
Start your New Year off right by going on a First Day Hike!
Jan
1
10:00a
End Date
Jan
1
10:00a
End Date
First Day Hike (B.A.R.K. Ranger)
Daingerfield State Park
Join us for a stroll around the day-use area with your B.A.R.K. Ranger and make a paw-lentine's card! Not a B.A.R.K Ranger yet? Come earn your badge!
Jan
1
11:00a
End Date
First Day Hike: What a View!
Government Canyon State Natural Area
Celebrate the first day of the new year with an adventure on the Bluff Spurs Trail.
Jan
1
11:00a
End Date
First Day Hike 2027 - Isle du Bois Unit
Ray Roberts Lake State Park - Isle Du Bois Unit
Looking to start the New Year off right? Do it outdoors with a hike at the Isle du Bois Unit!
Jan
1
1:00p
End Date
First Day Hike: Trek to the Tracks
Government Canyon State Natural Area
Take a 5-mile guided hike to see the dinosaur tracks at Government Canyon.
Jan
1
1:00p
End Date
First Day Guided Hike
Atlanta State Park
If you like to sleep in on New Year's Day, but still want to get the year started outdoors, this is the hike for you!
Jan
1
1:30p
End Date
First Day Hikes (Guided)
Ray Roberts Lake State Park - Johnson Branch Unit
Join rangers for our annual First Day Hike to celebrate the New Year.
Jan
1
1:30p
End Date
Jan
1
2:00p
End Date
First Day Hike! (Moderate Afternoon Hike)
Mission Tejas State Park
Kick-off the new year with a ranger-led hike!
Jan
1
2:00p
End Date
First Day Hike (Ranger-Guided, Rustling Leaves, 2.4 miles)
Daingerfield State Park
Start your New Year off right by joining us on our First Day Hike!
Jan
1
2:00p
End Date
Late Risers First Day Hike
Abilene State Park
Start your new year outdoors! Join us for our annual first day hikes.
Jan
1
2:00p
End Date
First Day Hike!
Cooper State Park - Doctors Creek Unit
Join us on New Year's Day to celebrate wellness in nature!
Jan
1
2:00p
End Date
First Day Hike (Interpretive/Educational)
Goose Island State Park
This FDH is for those that are looking for a slower-paced hike that makes frequent stops.
Jan
1
2:00p
End Date
Polar Plunge 2026
Fort Richardson State Park & Historic Site / Lost Creek Reservoir State Trailway
Jump into the new year right!
Jan
1
2:00p
End Date
First Day Guided Hike (Afternoon)
Purtis Creek State Park
Join us at Purtis Creek and take to the trails to celebrate TPWD's 15th annual First Day Hike!
Jan
2
8:00a
End Date
Guided Hike to the Protected Habitat Area
Government Canyon State Natural Area
Ready for a longer hike? Join experienced guides for an all-day excursion into the farthest reaches of Government Canyon SNA.
Jan
2
9:00a
End Date
Bison & Longhorn Self-Guided Viewing
San Angelo State Park
Meet with park staff and watch bison and longhorn graze!
Jan
2
10:00a
End Date
First Saturday Hike
Stephen F. Austin State Park
Explore the Wonders of the forest on a fun and informative guided hike.
Jan
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.
Jan
2
10:00a
End Date
Paws on Parade
Fort Richardson State Park & Historic Site / Lost Creek Reservoir State Trailway
Come walk with an adoptable shelter dog!
Jan
2
12:00p
End Date
Jan
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.
Jan
5
9:00a
End Date
Angler Education Instructor Training Workshop - Minerals Wells
Lake Mineral Wells State Park & Trailway
Become a TPWD Certified Angler Education Instructor!
Jan
6
9:00a
End Date
Bison & Longhorn Self-Guided Viewing
San Angelo State Park
Meet with park staff and watch bison and longhorn graze!
Jan
7
10:00a
End Date
Reading With a Ranger
Woodville, TX - Alan Shivers Library
Come hang out with a Ranger at the Alan Shivers Library in Woodville!
Jan
7
6:30p
End Date
Astronomy with Buddy
South Llano River State Park
Come see the wonders of the night sky with Buddy the astronomer. Clusters, shooting stars, constellations and more!
Jan
9
8:00a
End Date
Winter Bird Walk
Government Canyon State Natural Area
Search for vesper sparrows, loggerhead shrikes, spotted towhees, and other winter residents in the varied habitats along Lytle's Loop.
Jan
9
9:00a
End Date
Bison & Longhorn Self-Guided Viewing
San Angelo State Park
Meet with park staff and watch bison and longhorn graze!
Jan
9
9:00a
End Date
Jan
9
9:00a
End Date
Dutch Oven Cooking
Purtis Creek State Park
Come check out what the Purtis Creek Dutch Oven Society is all about and enjoy good food with even better friends!
Jan
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.
Jan
9
10:00a
End Date
Jan
9
10:00a
End Date
Explore Bowhunting Workshop
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
9
2:30p
End Date
Jan
9
5:00p
End Date
Brazos River Pickers
Brazos Bend State Park
Come and enjoy the Brazos River Pickers as they play live country and bluegrass music from America’s roots.
Jan
10
9:00a
End Date
Paws and Paths: Exploring the Bauer Unit *Registration Required*
Guadalupe River State Park
Join us for a paws-itively delightful adventure at the Bauer Unit!
Jan
10
9:00a
End Date
Project WILD Workshop - Austin
Austin, TX - Pease Park Conservancy
Professional development for anyone who works in education with children or the public, including teachers, homeschoolers, informal educators, and scout leaders
Jan
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.
Jan
11
8:00p
End Date
Public Hunt- Deer
Guadalupe River State Park
Guadalupe River State Park (including the Bauer Unit) and Honey Creek State Natural Area will be closed starting at 8pm on Monday, January 11, 2027 and will reopen at 12pm on Friday, January 15, 2027.
Jan
12
10:00a
End Date
Nature's Classroom Homeschool Program
Davis Mountains State Park
This monthly outdoor education program promises a fun and educational time for kids and parents.
Jan
16
9:00a
End Date
Bison & Longhorn Self-Guided Viewing
San Angelo State Park
Meet with park staff and watch bison and longhorn graze!
Jan
16
9:00a
End Date
Project WILD Workshop - Houston
Humble, TX - Jesse H. Jones Park & Nature Center
Professional development for anyone who works in education with children or the public, including teachers, homeschoolers, informal educators, and scout leaders
Jan
16
9:00a
End Date
Trout Time at Guadalupe River State Park
Guadalupe River State Park
Join fellow anglers of all ages as they try their luck at fishing for rainbow trout stocked by the Texas Parks and Wildlife Inland Fisheries Division.
Jan
16
10:00a
End Date
Jan
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.
Jan
16
1:30p
End Date
Junior Ranger Academy
Government Canyon State Natural Area
Explore the trails at Government Canyon with a ranger and earn your Junior Ranger badge.
Jan
16
2:00p
End Date
Kallison Ranch Hike
Government Canyon State Natural Area
Join us on a trip back in time with a short but beautiful hike to the historic Kallison Ranch complex.
Jan
17
9:30a
End Date
Jan
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.
Jan
17
10:30a
End Date
Fishing with a Ranger
Brazos Bend State Park
If you're thinking of getting into fishing, then this is the program for you!
Jan
18
10:00p
End Date
*Park Closed For Wildlife Management*
Pedernales Falls State Park
Pedernales Falls SP will be closed to all visitors and campers during this time.
Jan
20
9:00a
End Date
Bison & Longhorn Self-Guided Viewing
San Angelo State Park
Meet with park staff and watch bison and longhorn graze!
Jan
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!
Jan
22
6:30p
End Date
Full Moon Hike
Government Canyon State Natural Area
Join us for a short hike in the Frontcountry under the silvery light of the moon.
Jan
23
9:00a
End Date
Bison & Longhorn Self-Guided Viewing
San Angelo State Park
Meet with park staff and watch bison and longhorn graze!
Jan
23
9:00a
End Date
Jan
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.
Jan
23
10:00a
End Date
Get Hooked on Fishing!
Lost Maples State Natural Area
Ready to learn to fish? Come practice with a ranger!
Jan
23
1:30p
End Date
Bluff Spurs Hike
Government Canyon State Natural Area
Get a bird’s-eye view of Government Canyon on this ranger-led hike.
Jan
23
2:30p
End Date
Jan
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.
Jan
27
9:00a
End Date
Bison & Longhorn Self-Guided Viewing
San Angelo State Park
Meet with park staff and watch bison and longhorn graze!
Jan
29
10:00a
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
30
8:00a
End Date
Project WILD Workshop - San Antonio
San Antonio, TX - Urban Ecology Center @ Phil Hardberger Park
Professional development for anyone who works in education with children or the public, including teachers, homeschoolers, informal educators, and scout leaders
Jan
30
9:00a
End Date
Bison & Longhorn Self-Guided Viewing
San Angelo State Park
Meet with park staff and watch bison and longhorn graze!
Jan
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.
Jan
30
10:00a
End Date
Jan
30
10:00a
End Date
Name That Tune
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.
Jan
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.
February 2027
Feb
1
End Date
Pictograph Tours (Reservations Required)
Hueco Tanks State Park & Historic Site
Join us for guided pictograph tours Wednesdays through Sundays to learn more about the over 10,000 years of history at Hueco Tanks! RESERVATIONS ARE REQUIRED. Call park headquarters at (915) 857-1135 to save your spots!
Feb
3
9:00a
End Date
Bison & Longhorn Self-Guided Viewing
San Angelo State Park
Meet with park staff and watch bison and longhorn graze!
Feb
3
4:00p
End Date
Project WILD Facilitator Training
Lubbock, TX - Region 17 Education Service Center
Training to conduct the Suite of Texas Project WILD workshops. Prerequisite of WILD educator workshop required.
Feb
4
10:00a
End Date
Reading With a Ranger
Woodville, TX - Alan Shivers Library
Come hang out with a Ranger at the Alan Shivers Library in Woodville!
Feb
5
10:00a
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
6
9:00a
End Date
Bison & Longhorn Self-Guided Viewing
San Angelo State Park
Meet with park staff and watch bison and longhorn graze!
Feb
6
9:00a
End Date
Family Stroll
Government Canyon State Natural Area
Start your kids out on the right foot enjoying the outdoors! Join dedicated volunteers on a FUN and easy family-friendly walk.
Feb
6
9:00a
End Date
Angler Education Instructor Training Workshop - San Antonio
San Antonio, TX - Bass Pro Shop
Become a Texas Parks and Wildlife Certified Angler Education Instructor
Feb
6
10:00a
End Date
First Saturday Hike
Stephen F. Austin State Park
Explore the Wonders of the forest on a fun and informative guided hike.
Feb
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.
Feb
6
2:30p
End Date
Feb
6
6:00p
End Date
Murder Mystery at the Fort
Fort Richardson State Park & Historic Site / Lost Creek Reservoir State Trailway
Love… Betrayal… and Murder!
Feb
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.
Feb
9
10:00a
End Date
Nature's Classroom Homeschool Program
Davis Mountains State Park
This monthly outdoor education program promises a fun and educational time for kids and parents.
Feb
10
9:00a
End Date
Bison & Longhorn Self-Guided Viewing
San Angelo State Park
Meet with park staff and watch bison and longhorn graze!
Feb
13
9:00a
End Date
Bison & Longhorn Self-Guided Viewing
San Angelo State Park
Meet with park staff and watch bison and longhorn graze!
Feb
13
9:00a
End Date
Dutch Oven Cooking
Purtis Creek State Park
Come check out what the Purtis Creek Dutch Oven Society is all about and enjoy good food with even better friends!
Feb
13
9:00a
End Date
Feb
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.
Feb
13
10:00a
End Date
Nature's Gifts
Government Canyon State Natural Area
The diverse native plants of south-central Texas have always offered food, medicine, fiber, and other gifts to people who know how to use them.
Feb
13
2:00p
End Date
Kallison Ranch Hike
Government Canyon State Natural Area
Join us on a trip back in time with a short but beautiful hike to the historic Kallison Ranch complex.
Feb
13
5:00p
End Date
Brazos River Pickers
Brazos Bend State Park
Come and enjoy the Brazos River Pickers as they play live country and bluegrass music from America’s roots.
Feb
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.
Feb
16
3:00p
End Date
Project WILD Facilitator Training
Humble, TX - Jesse H. Jones Park & Nature Center
Training to conduct the Suite of Texas Project WILD workshops. Prerequisite of WILD educator workshop required.
Feb
17
9:00a
End Date
Bison & Longhorn Self-Guided Viewing
San Angelo State Park
Meet with park staff and watch bison and longhorn graze!
Feb
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!
Feb
20
9:00a
End Date
Bison & Longhorn Self-Guided Viewing
San Angelo State Park
Meet with park staff and watch bison and longhorn graze!
Feb
20
9:00a
End Date
Aquatic WILD Workshop - College Station
College Station, TX - Gary Halter Nature Center
Professional development for anyone who works in education with children or the public, including teachers, homeschoolers, informal educators, and scout leaders
Feb
20
10:00a
End Date
Feb
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.
Feb
20
2:30p
End Date
Feb
21
9:00a
End Date
Paws and Paths: Exploring the Bauer Unit *Registration Required*
Guadalupe River State Park
Join us for a paws-itively delightful adventure at the Bauer Unit!
Feb
21
9:30a
End Date
Feb
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.
Feb
21
10:30a
End Date
Fishing with a Ranger
Brazos Bend State Park
If you're thinking of getting into fishing, then this is the program for you!
Feb
24
9:00a
End Date
Bison & Longhorn Self-Guided Viewing
San Angelo State Park
Meet with park staff and watch bison and longhorn graze!
Feb
26
10:00a
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
27
9:00a
End Date
Bison & Longhorn Self-Guided Viewing
San Angelo State Park
Meet with park staff and watch bison and longhorn graze!
Feb
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.
Feb
27
1:30p
End Date
S'mores Storytime
Government Canyon State Natural Area
Hear a story about how birds build and take care of their nests, make a bird nest craft, and enjoy s'mores!
Feb
28
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.
March 2027
Mar
3
9:00a
End Date
Bison & Longhorn Self-Guided Viewing
San Angelo State Park
Meet with park staff and watch bison and longhorn graze!
Mar
4
10:00a
End Date
Reading With a Ranger
Woodville, TX - Alan Shivers Library
Come hang out with a Ranger at the Alan Shivers Library in Woodville!
Mar
5
10:00a
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
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
Mar
6
9:00a
End Date
Bison & Longhorn Self-Guided Viewing
San Angelo State Park
Meet with park staff and watch bison and longhorn graze!
Mar
6
10:00a
End Date
First Saturday Hike
Stephen F. Austin State Park
Explore the Wonders of the forest on a fun and informative guided hike.
Mar
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.
Mar
6
2:30p
End Date
Mar
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.
Mar
9
10:00a
End Date
Nature's Classroom Homeschool Program
Davis Mountains State Park
This monthly outdoor education program promises a fun and educational time for kids and parents.
Mar
10
9:00a
End Date
Bison & Longhorn Self-Guided Viewing
San Angelo State Park
Meet with park staff and watch bison and longhorn graze!
Mar
11
9:30a
End Date
Junior Ranger Academy
Government Canyon State Natural Area
Explore the trails at Government Canyon with a ranger and earn your Junior Ranger badge.
Mar
13
8:00a
End Date
Bilingual Grit and Grace: Women's History Hike/ Valor y Gracia: Caminata de la Historia de las Mujeres
Government Canyon State Natural Area
Learn the history of Government Canyon’s trailblazing women and hear stories about the positive impacts they made on the canyon. Information on this hike will be provided in both English and Spanish.
Aprende sobre la historia de las mujeres pioneras del Government Canyon y escucha historias sobre los impactos positivos que hicieron en el cañón.
Mar
13
9:00a
End Date
Bison & Longhorn Self-Guided Viewing
San Angelo State Park
Meet with park staff and watch bison and longhorn graze!
Mar
13
9:00a
End Date
Dutch Oven Cooking
Purtis Creek State Park
Come check out what the Purtis Creek Dutch Oven Society is all about and enjoy good food with even better friends!
Mar
13
10:00a
End Date
Monarch and Friends Pollinator Fiesta
Guadalupe River State Park
Join us as we celebrate monarchs and all pollinators!
Mar
13
5:00p
End Date
Brazos River Pickers
Brazos Bend State Park
Come and enjoy the Brazos River Pickers as they play live country and bluegrass music from America’s roots.
Mar
14
9:00a
End Date
Paws and Paths: Exploring the Bauer Unit *Registration Required*
Guadalupe River State Park
Join us for a paws-itively delightful adventure at the Bauer Unit!
Mar
17
9:00a
End Date
Bison & Longhorn Self-Guided Viewing
San Angelo State Park
Meet with park staff and watch bison and longhorn graze!
Mar
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!
Mar
20
7:30a
End Date
Bird Walk
Government Canyon State Natural Area
Search for summer tanagers, golden-cheeked warblers, and other spring/summer specialties along Government Canyon's Backcountry Trails.
Mar
20
9:00a
End Date
Bison & Longhorn Self-Guided Viewing
San Angelo State Park
Meet with park staff and watch bison and longhorn graze!
Mar
20
10:00a
End Date
Mar
20
2:30p
End Date
Mar
21
9:00a
End Date
Spring Has Sprung!
Government Canyon State Natural Area
Take a hike in search of spring's best colors. Learn to identify local wildflowers, and take photos if you wish.
Mar
21
9:30a
End Date
Mar
21
10:30a
End Date
Fishing with a Ranger
Brazos Bend State Park
If you're thinking of getting into fishing, then this is the program for you!
Mar
22
4:00p
End Date
Project WILD Facilitator Training
Inks Lake State Park
Training to conduct the Suite of Texas Project WILD workshops. Prerequisite of WILD educator workshop required.
Mar
24
9:00a
End Date
Bison & Longhorn Self-Guided Viewing
San Angelo State Park
Meet with park staff and watch bison and longhorn graze!
Mar
26
10:00a
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
27
9:00a
End Date
Bison & Longhorn Self-Guided Viewing
San Angelo State Park
Meet with park staff and watch bison and longhorn graze!
Mar
31
9:00a
End Date
Bison & Longhorn Self-Guided Viewing
San Angelo State Park
Meet with park staff and watch bison and longhorn graze!
April 2027
Apr
1
10:00a
End Date
Reading With a Ranger
Woodville, TX - Alan Shivers Library
Come hang out with a Ranger at the Alan Shivers Library in Woodville!
Apr
3
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.
Apr
3
9:00a
End Date
Bison & Longhorn Self-Guided Viewing
San Angelo State Park
Meet with park staff and watch bison and longhorn graze!
Apr
3
9:00a
End Date
Bluff Spurs Hike
Government Canyon State Natural Area
Get a bird’s-eye view of Government Canyon on this ranger-led hike.
Apr
3
10:00a
End Date
First Saturday Hike
Stephen F. Austin State Park
Explore the Wonders of the forest on a fun and informative guided hike.
Apr
3
2:30p
End Date
Apr
3
5:30p
End Date
Sunset History Hike
Government Canyon State Natural Area
Join us on a trip back in time to the historic Kallison Ranch complex.
Apr
7
9:00a
End Date
Bison & Longhorn Self-Guided Viewing
San Angelo State Park
Meet with park staff and watch bison and longhorn graze!
Apr
10
7:30a
End Date
Bird Walk
Government Canyon State Natural Area
Search for summer tanagers, golden-cheeked warblers, and other spring/summer specialties along Government Canyon's Backcountry Trails.
Apr
10
9:00a
End Date
Bison & Longhorn Self-Guided Viewing
San Angelo State Park
Meet with park staff and watch bison and longhorn graze!
Apr
10
9:00a
End Date
Dutch Oven Cooking
Purtis Creek State Park
Come check out what the Purtis Creek Dutch Oven Society is all about and enjoy good food with even better friends!
Apr
10
5:00p
End Date
Brazos River Pickers
Brazos Bend State Park
Come and enjoy the Brazos River Pickers as they play live country and bluegrass music from America’s roots.
Apr
11
9:00a
End Date
Paws and Paths: Exploring the Bauer Unit *Registration Required*
Guadalupe River State Park
Join us for a paws-itively delightful adventure at the Bauer Unit!
Apr
11
9:00a
End Date
Wildflower Walk
Government Canyon State Natural Area
Take a hike in search of spring's best colors. Learn to identify local wildflowers, and take photos if you wish.
Apr
13
10:00a
End Date
Nature's Classroom Homeschool Program
Davis Mountains State Park
This monthly outdoor education program promises a fun and educational time for kids and parents.
Apr
14
9:00a
End Date
Bison & Longhorn Self-Guided Viewing
San Angelo State Park
Meet with park staff and watch bison and longhorn graze!
Apr
17
9:00a
End Date
Bison & Longhorn Self-Guided Viewing
San Angelo State Park
Meet with park staff and watch bison and longhorn graze!
Apr
17
10:00a
End Date
Apr
17
2:30p
End Date
Apr
17
8:00p
End Date
Night Hike
Government Canyon State Natural Area
Sunset can transform a familiar trail into a new environment with sights and sounds not experienced during daylight.
Apr
18
9:30a
End Date
Apr
18
10:30a
End Date
Fishing with a Ranger
Brazos Bend State Park
If you're thinking of getting into fishing, then this is the program for you!
Apr
21
9:00a
End Date
Bison & Longhorn Self-Guided Viewing
San Angelo State Park
Meet with park staff and watch bison and longhorn graze!
Apr
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!
Apr
24
9:00a
End Date
Bison & Longhorn Self-Guided Viewing
San Angelo State Park
Meet with park staff and watch bison and longhorn graze!
May 2027
May
1
8:30a
End Date
Family Stroll
Government Canyon State Natural Area
Start your kids out on the right foot enjoying the outdoors! Join dedicated volunteers on a FUN and easy family-friendly walk.
May
1
9:30a
End Date
iNaturalist Nature Walk
Government Canyon State Natural Area
Collect scientific observations to document biodiversity as part of the 2027 City Nature Challenge.
May
1
10:00a
End Date
First Saturday Hike
Stephen F. Austin State Park
Explore the Wonders of the forest on a fun and informative guided hike.
May
1
2:30p
End Date
May
1
3:00p
End Date
Lotería en el Parque
Government Canyon State Natural Area
Join us for a fun twist on a classic game! ¡Únete a nosotros para una divertida versión de un juego clásico!
May
6
10:00a
End Date
Reading With a Ranger
Woodville, TX - Alan Shivers Library
Come hang out with a Ranger at the Alan Shivers Library in Woodville!
May
8
9:00a
End Date
Dutch Oven Cooking
Purtis Creek State Park
Come check out what the Purtis Creek Dutch Oven Society is all about and enjoy good food with even better friends!
May
8
9:00a
End Date
"Big Sit!" at the Woodland Blind
Guadalupe River State Park
How many birds can YOU spot from within a 50-foot circle? Join us this Migratory Bird Day and find out!
May
8
9:30a
End Date
Insectigation Hike
Government Canyon State Natural Area
What's bugging you? Let's take a hike to observe some of the little things that are really running the world.
May
9
8:30a
End Date
Mother's Day Wildflower Walk
Government Canyon State Natural Area
Spend Mother's Day with Mother Nature and learn to identify local wildflowers.
May
11
10:00a
End Date
Nature's Classroom Homeschool Program
Davis Mountains State Park
This monthly outdoor education program promises a fun and educational time for kids and parents.
May
15
10:00a
End Date
May
15
2:30p
End Date
May
16
9:30a
End Date
May
16
10:30a
End Date
Fishing with a Ranger
Brazos Bend State Park
If you're thinking of getting into fishing, then this is the program for you!
May
17
5:30p
End Date
Project WILD Facilitator Training
Denton, TX - Elm Fork Education Center
Training to conduct the Suite of Texas Project WILD workshops. Prerequisite of WILD educator workshop required.
May
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!
May
29
10:00a
End Date
Butterfly Walk
Government Canyon State Natural Area
Walk with a ranger to search for and identify butterflies along the Savannah Loop.
May
29
2:30p
End Date
June 2027
Jun
3
10:00a
End Date
Reading With a Ranger
Woodville, TX - Alan Shivers Library
Come hang out with a Ranger at the Alan Shivers Library in Woodville!
Jun
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
Jun
5
10:00a
End Date
First Saturday Hike
Stephen F. Austin State Park
Explore the Wonders of the forest on a fun and informative guided hike.
Jun
8
10:00a
End Date
Nature's Classroom Homeschool Program
Davis Mountains State Park
This monthly outdoor education program promises a fun and educational time for kids and parents.
Jun
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 and enjoy good food with even better friends!
Jun
12
10:00a
End Date
Butterfly Walk
Government Canyon State Natural Area
Walk with a ranger to search for and identify butterflies in the Backcountry.
Jun
12
2:30p
End Date
Jun
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!
Jun
19
10:00a
End Date
Jun
26
2:30p
End Date
July 2027
Jul
1
10:00a
End Date
Reading With a Ranger
Woodville, TX - Alan Shivers Library
Come hang out with a Ranger at the Alan Shivers Library in Woodville!
Jul
10
9:00a
End Date
Dutch Oven Cooking
Purtis Creek State Park
Come check out what the Purtis Creek Dutch Oven Society is all about and enjoy good food with even better friends!
Jul
10
2:30p
End Date
Jul
17
10:00a
End Date
Jul
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!
Jul
24
2:30p
End Date
August 2027
Aug
5
10:00a
End Date
Reading With a Ranger
Woodville, TX - Alan Shivers Library
Come hang out with a Ranger at the Alan Shivers Library in Woodville!
Aug
7
2:30p
End Date
Aug
14
9:00a
End Date
Dutch Oven Cooking
Purtis Creek State Park
Come check out what the Purtis Creek Dutch Oven Society is all about and enjoy good food with even better friends!
Aug
21
9:00a
End Date
Angler Education Instructor Training Workshop - San Antonio
San Antonio, TX - Bass Pro Shop
Become a Texas Parks and Wildlife Certified Angler Education Instructor
Aug
21
10:00a
End Date
Aug
21
2:30p
End Date
September 2027
Sep
2
10:00a
End Date
Reading With a Ranger
Woodville, TX - Alan Shivers Library
Come hang out with a Ranger at the Alan Shivers Library in Woodville!
Sep
4
2:30p
End Date
Sep
11
9:00a
End Date
Dutch Oven Cooking
Purtis Creek State Park
Come check out what the Purtis Creek Dutch Oven Society is all about and enjoy good food with even better friends!
Sep
18
10:00a
End Date
Sep
18
2:30p
End Date
October 2027
Oct
2
2:30p
End Date
Oct
7
10:00a
End Date
Reading With a Ranger
Woodville, TX - Alan Shivers Library
Come hang out with a Ranger at the Alan Shivers Library in Woodville!
Oct
9
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.
Oct
9
9:00a
End Date
Dutch Oven Cooking
Purtis Creek State Park
Come check out what the Purtis Creek Dutch Oven Society is all about and enjoy good food with even better friends!
Oct
16
10:00a
End Date
Oct
16
2:30p
End Date
Oct
30
2:30p
End Date
November 2027
Nov
4
10:00a
End Date
Reading With a Ranger
Woodville, TX - Alan Shivers Library
Come hang out with a Ranger at the Alan Shivers Library in Woodville!
Nov
13
9:00a
End Date
Dutch Oven Cooking
Purtis Creek State Park
Come check out what the Purtis Creek Dutch Oven Society is all about and enjoy good food with even better friends!
Nov
13
2:30p
End Date
Nov
20
10:00a
End Date
Nov
27
2:30p
End Date
December 2027
Dec
2
10:00a
End Date
Reading With a Ranger
Woodville, TX - Alan Shivers Library
Come hang out with a Ranger at the Alan Shivers Library in Woodville!
Dec
11
9:00a
End Date
Dutch Oven Cooking
Purtis Creek State Park
Come check out what the Purtis Creek Dutch Oven Society is all about and enjoy good food with even better friends!
Dec
11
1:00p
End Date
Lakeside Christmas
Fort Parker State Park
A Fort Parker State Park tradition! Take pics with Santa, make ornaments, play games galore! Win prizes!
Dec
11
2:30p
End Date
Dec
25
2:30p
End Date
Dec
31
5:30p
End Date
New Year's Eve: Sunset Reflections
Fort Parker State Park
Enjoy the sunset reflecting on Fort Parker Lake, reflect on the past or upcoming year, or paint the scene in watercolor.
Dec
31
6:30p
End Date
New Year's Eve: Night Hike
Fort Parker State Park
Take a New Year’s night hike with a Fort Parker State Park ranger! Explore the 1/2-mile Bur Oak Nature Trail and see what you might with an awesome black light!
January 2028
Jan
1
9:30a
End Date
First Day Hike - Self-Guided
Lake Brownwood State Park
Take a First Day Hike at your own pace on our trails!
Jan
6
10:00a
End Date
Reading With a Ranger
Woodville, TX - Alan Shivers Library
Come hang out with a Ranger at the Alan Shivers Library in Woodville!
Jan
8
2:30p
End Date
Jan
22
2:30p
End Date
February 2028
Feb
5
2:30p
End Date
Feb
12
9:00a
End Date
Feb
19
2:30p
End Date
March 2028
Mar
4
2:30p
End Date
Mar
18
2:30p
End Date
April 2028
Apr
1
2:30p
End Date
Apr
15
2:30p
End Date
Apr
29
2:30p
End Date
May 2028
May
13
2:30p
End Date
May
27
2:30p
End Date
June 2028
Jun
10
2:30p
End Date
Jun
24
2:30p
End Date
July 2028
Jul
8
2:30p
End Date
Jul
22
2:30p
End Date
August 2028
Aug
5
2:30p
End Date
Aug
19
2:30p
End Date
September 2028
Sep
2
2:30p
End Date
Sep
16
2:30p
End Date
Sep
30
2:30p
End Date
October 2028
Oct
14
2:30p
End Date
Oct
28
2:30p
End Date
November 2028
Nov
11
2:30p
End Date
Nov
25
2:30p
End Date
December 2028
Dec
9
1:00p
End Date
Lakeside Christmas
Fort Parker State Park
A Fort Parker State Park tradition! Take pics with Santa, make ornaments, play games galore! Win prizes!
Dec
9
2:30p
End Date
Dec
23
2:30p
End Date
Dec
31
5:30p
End Date
New Year's Eve: Sunset Reflections
Fort Parker State Park
Enjoy the sunset reflecting on Fort Parker Lake, reflect on the past or upcoming year, or paint the scene in watercolor.
Dec
31
6:30p
End Date
New Year's Eve: Night Hike
Fort Parker State Park
Take a New Year’s night hike with a Fort Parker State Park ranger! Explore the 1/2-mile Bur Oak Nature Trail and see what you might with an awesome black light!
January 2029
Jan
1
9:30a
End Date
First Day Hike - Self-Guided
Lake Brownwood State Park
Take a First Day Hike at your own pace on our trails!
Jan
6
2:30p
End Date
Jan
20
2:30p
End Date
February 2029
Feb
3
2:30p
End Date
Feb
10
9:00a
End Date
Feb
17
2:30p
End Date
March 2029
Mar
3
2:30p
End Date
Mar
17
2:30p
End Date
Mar
31
2:30p
End Date
April 2029
Apr
14
2:30p
End Date
Apr
28
2:30p
End Date
May 2029
May
12
2:30p
End Date
May
26
2:30p
End Date
June 2029
Jun
9
2:30p
End Date
Jun
23
2:30p
End Date
July 2029
Jul
7
2:30p
End Date
Jul
21
2:30p
End Date
August 2029
Aug
4
2:30p
End Date
Aug
18
2:30p
End Date
September 2029
Sep
1
2:30p
End Date
Sep
15
2:30p
End Date
Sep
29
2:30p
End Date
October 2029
Oct
13
2:30p
End Date
Oct
27
2:30p
End Date
November 2029
Nov
10
2:30p
End Date
Nov
24
2:30p
End Date
December 2029
Dec
8
1:00p
End Date
Lakeside Christmas
Fort Parker State Park
A Fort Parker State Park tradition! Take pics with Santa, make ornaments, play games galore! Win prizes!
Dec
8
2:30p
End Date
Dec
22
2:30p
End Date
Dec
31
5:30p
End Date
New Year's Eve: Sunset Reflections
Fort Parker State Park
Enjoy the sunset reflecting on Fort Parker Lake, reflect on the past or upcoming year, or paint the scene in watercolor.
Dec
31
6:30p
End Date
New Year's Eve: Night Hike
Fort Parker State Park
Take a New Year’s night hike with a Fort Parker State Park ranger! Explore the 1/2-mile Bur Oak Nature Trail and see what you might with an awesome black light!
January 2030
Jan
1
9:30a
End Date
First Day Hike - Self-Guided
Lake Brownwood State Park
Take a First Day Hike at your own pace on our trails!
Jan
5
2:30p
End Date
Jan
19
2:30p
End Date
February 2030
Feb
2
2:30p
End Date
Feb
9
9:00a
End Date
Feb
16
2:30p
End Date
March 2030
Mar
2
2:30p
End Date
Mar
16
2:30p
End Date
Mar
30
2:30p
End Date
April 2030
Apr
13
2:30p
End Date
Apr
27
2:30p
End Date
May 2030
May
11
2:30p
End Date
May
25
2:30p
End Date
June 2030
Jun
8
2:30p
End Date
Jun
22
2:30p
End Date
July 2030
Jul
6
2:30p
End Date
Jul
20
2:30p
End Date
August 2030
Aug
3
2:30p
End Date
December 2030
Dec
14
1:00p
End Date
Lakeside Christmas
Fort Parker State Park
A Fort Parker State Park tradition! Take pics with Santa, make ornaments, play games galore! Win prizes!
Dec
31
5:30p
End Date
New Year's Eve: Sunset Reflections
Fort Parker State Park
Enjoy the sunset reflecting on Fort Parker Lake, reflect on the past or upcoming year, or paint the scene in watercolor.
Dec
31
6:30p
End Date
New Year's Eve: Night Hike
Fort Parker State Park
Take a New Year’s night hike with a Fort Parker State Park ranger! Explore the 1/2-mile Bur Oak Nature Trail and see what you might with an awesome black light!
February 2031
Feb
8
9:00a
End Date
December 2031
Dec
13
1:00p
End Date
Lakeside Christmas
Fort Parker State Park
A Fort Parker State Park tradition! Take pics with Santa, make ornaments, play games galore! Win prizes!
Dec
31
5:30p
End Date
New Year's Eve: Sunset Reflections
Fort Parker State Park
Enjoy the sunset reflecting on Fort Parker Lake, reflect on the past or upcoming year, or paint the scene in watercolor.
Dec
31
6:30p
End Date
New Year's Eve: Night Hike
Fort Parker State Park
Take a New Year’s night hike with a Fort Parker State Park ranger! Explore the 1/2-mile Bur Oak Nature Trail and see what you might with an awesome black light!
February 2032
Feb
14
9:00a
End Date
December 2032
Dec
31
5:30p
End Date
New Year's Eve: Sunset Reflections
Fort Parker State Park
Enjoy the sunset reflecting on Fort Parker Lake, reflect on the past or upcoming year, or paint the scene in watercolor.
Dec
31
6:30p
End Date
New Year's Eve: Night Hike
Fort Parker State Park
Take a New Year’s night hike with a Fort Parker State Park ranger! Explore the 1/2-mile Bur Oak Nature Trail and see what you might with an awesome black light!
February 2033
Feb
12
9:00a
End Date