Calendar of Events

Accessible Events

These events have some accessible features. Read the event carefully to learn about its accommodations. Reach out to the event contact for more information.

You can request accommodations for any event on our calendar. Just fill out the online modification request form at least two weeks before the event.

January 2026

Jan 9
8:30a
End Date

Big Tree Birding (Registration Required)

Goose Island State Park
Come along with us to view birds at the Big Tree Natural Area!
Jan 9
2:00p
End Date

Goose Island Tram Tour (Registration Required)

Goose Island State Park
The tram is back! Join a ranger or volunteer to learn the park's history.
Jan 10
8:00a
End Date

Bird Outing

Lake Arrowhead State Park
Join the Texas Master Naturalists: Rolling Plains chapter to look for birds
Jan 10
8:30a
End Date

Shorebird Tram Tour (Registration Required)

Goose Island State Park
Ducks, herons, and egrets! Oh my! Take a ride on the electric tram and bird with ease.
Jan 10
9:00a
End Date

Annual Kid's Trout Derby

Ray Roberts Lake State Park - Johnson Branch Unit
Cast a line and catch some trout with our Rangers!
Jan 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!
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 10
2:00p
End Date

Predators of the Park

Dinosaur Valley State Park
Learn about the predators that hunt in our park!
Jan 10
2:00p
End Date

North Texas Reptile Rescue

Fort Richardson State Park & Historic Site / Lost Creek Reservoir State Trailway
Join us as we welcome North Texas Reptile Rescue (NTRR) to the park!
Jan 10
2:00p
End Date

Junior Ranger Club

Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley State Park
Fun activities for our future Rangers!
Jan 10
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).
Jan 10
6:30p
End Date

CANCELED: The Stars at Night

Old Tunnel State Park
Look through telescopes to explore the night sky.
Jan 11
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 13
8:30a
End Date

Shorebird Tram Tour (Registration Required)

Goose Island State Park
Ducks, herons, and egrets! Oh my! Take a ride on the electric tram and bird with ease.
Jan 16
8:30a
End Date

Big Tree Birding (Registration Required)

Goose Island State Park
Come along with us to view birds at the Big Tree Natural Area!
Jan 16
2:00p
End Date

Goose Island Tram Tour (Registration Required)

Goose Island State Park
The tram is back! Join a ranger or volunteer to learn the park's history.
Jan 16
3:30p
End Date

Art in the Park-Water Color Techniques

Inks Lake State Park
Join us and learn watercolor techniques as we enjoy the lakeside view.
Jan 16
6:45p
End Date

Star Party

Galveston Island State Park
Join us for a stellar astronomy program to witness a breathtaking view of the stars!✨ Bring your own chair or blanket!
Jan 17
8:30a
End Date

Shorebird Tram Tour (Registration Required)

Goose Island State Park
Ducks, herons, and egrets! Oh my! Take a ride on the electric tram and bird with ease.
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
1:30p
End Date

Fishing with a Ranger

Goose Island State Park
Fish with a ranger and check out our 1620-foot pier!
Jan 17
5:30p
End Date

Charting the Stars

Purtis Creek State Park
Meet us under the stars and explore the cosmos!
Jan 17
7:00p
End Date

Night Sky Exploration

Goose Island State Park
Learn about some common winter constellations with a ranger!
Jan 18
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 18
11:00a
End Date

Art in the Park - Birds!

Dinosaur Valley State Park
Get crafty and celebrate our winged wonders!
Jan 18
2:00p
End Date

Knots for Everyday Use

Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley State Park
Master the art of knots and transform ordinary situations into extraordinary solutions with the timeless skill of knot tying.
Jan 20
8:30a
End Date

Shorebird Tram Tour (Registration Required)

Goose Island State Park
Ducks, herons, and egrets! Oh my! Take a ride on the electric tram and bird with ease.
Jan 21
10:30a
End Date

Reading Ranger

Buescher State Park
Join Ranger Madalyn at the Smithville Public Library for themed book readings and a craft! All ages welcome!
Jan 23
8:30a
End Date

Big Tree Birding (Registration Required)

Goose Island State Park
Come along with us to view birds at the Big Tree Natural Area!
Jan 23
2:00p
End Date

Goose Island Tram Tour (Registration Required)

Goose Island State Park
The tram is back! Join a ranger or volunteer to learn the park's history.
Jan 23
3:00p
End Date

Birding with a Ranger

Purtis Creek State Park
What's that chirp?
Jan 24
8:30a
End Date

Shorebird Tram Tour (Registration Required)

Goose Island State Park
Ducks, herons, and egrets! Oh my! Take a ride on the electric tram and bird with ease.
Jan 24
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!
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 24
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).
Jan 25
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
8:30a
End Date

Shorebird Tram Tour (Registration Required)

Goose Island State Park
Ducks, herons, and egrets! Oh my! Take a ride on the electric tram and bird with ease.
Jan 30
8:30a
End Date

Big Tree Birding (Registration Required)

Goose Island State Park
Come along with us to view birds at the Big Tree Natural Area!
Jan 30
2:00p
End Date

Goose Island Tram Tour (Registration Required)

Goose Island State Park
The tram is back! Join a ranger or volunteer to learn the park's history.
Jan 31
8:30a
End Date

Shorebird Tram Tour (Registration Required)

Goose Island State Park
Ducks, herons, and egrets! Oh my! Take a ride on the electric tram and bird with ease.
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.
Jan 31
1:30p
End Date

Fishing with a Ranger

Goose Island State Park
Fish with a ranger and check out our 1620-foot pier!

February 2026

Feb 1
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 3
8:30a
End Date

Shorebird Tram Tour (Registration Required)

Goose Island State Park
Ducks, herons, and egrets! Oh my! Take a ride on the electric tram and bird with ease.
Feb 7
8:30a
End Date

Shorebird Tram Tour (Registration Required)

Goose Island State Park
Ducks, herons, and egrets! Oh my! Take a ride on the electric tram and bird with ease.
Feb 7
9:00a
End Date

Dutch Oven Cooking & Tasting (Cancelled for January)

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!
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 7
10:00a
End Date

Share a Valentine

Fort Richardson State Park & Historic Site / Lost Creek Reservoir State Trailway
A small act of kindness can make a big difference!
Feb 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.
Feb 10
8:30a
End Date

Shorebird Tram Tour (Registration Required)

Goose Island State Park
Ducks, herons, and egrets! Oh my! Take a ride on the electric tram and bird with ease.
Feb 14
8:00a
End Date

Bird Outing

Lake Arrowhead State Park
Join the Texas Master Naturalists: Rolling Plains chapter to look for birds
Feb 14
8:30a
End Date

Shorebird Tram Tour (Registration Required)

Goose Island State Park
Ducks, herons, and egrets! Oh my! Take a ride on the electric tram and bird with ease.
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 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.
Feb 17
8:30a
End Date

Shorebird Tram Tour (Registration Required)

Goose Island State Park
Ducks, herons, and egrets! Oh my! Take a ride on the electric tram and bird with ease.
Feb 18
10:30a
End Date

Reading Ranger

Buescher State Park
Join Ranger Madalyn at the Smithville Public Library for themed book readings and a craft! All ages welcome!
Feb 21
8:30a
End Date

Shorebird Tram Tour (Registration Required)

Goose Island State Park
Ducks, herons, and egrets! Oh my! Take a ride on the electric tram and bird with ease.
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 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.
Feb 24
8:30a
End Date

Shorebird Tram Tour (Registration Required)

Goose Island State Park
Ducks, herons, and egrets! Oh my! Take a ride on the electric tram and bird with ease.
Feb 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!
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.
Feb 28
6:30p
End Date

Star Party

Inks Lake State Park
Join the Austin Astronomical Society and use their equipment for some amazing stargazing!

March 2026

Mar 1
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 7
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.
Mar 7
9:00a
End Date

Dutch Oven Cooking & Tasting (Cancelled for January)

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!
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 7
10:00a
End Date

Ladies Bonnet Workshop

Fort Richardson State Park & Historic Site / Lost Creek Reservoir State Trailway
Join us at the park for a ladies’ bonnet workshop!
Mar 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.
Mar 14
8:00a
End Date

Bird Outing

Lake Arrowhead State Park
Join the Texas Master Naturalists: Rolling Plains chapter to look for birds
Mar 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.
Mar 14
10:00a
End Date

Monarch and Friends Pollinator Fiesta

Guadalupe River State Park
Join us as we celebrate monarchs and all pollinators!
Mar 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.
Mar 21
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!
Mar 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.
Mar 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.
Mar 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.
Mar 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.

April 2026

Apr 4
9:00a
End Date

Dutch Oven Cooking & Tasting (Cancelled for January)

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!
Apr 4
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.
Apr 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.
Apr 11
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.
Apr 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.
Apr 18
9:00a
End Date

The Wonder of Texas' Native Plants

Government Canyon State Natural Area
Take a plant walk to discover the diverse native wildflowers, trees, and shrubs of Bexar County.
Apr 18
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.
Apr 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.
Apr 25
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!
Apr 25
8:00p
End Date

Star Party

Inks Lake State Park
Join the Austin Astronomical Society and use their equipment for some amazing stargazing!

May 2026

May 2
9:00a
End Date

Dutch Oven Cooking & Tasting (Cancelled for January)

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!
May 23
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!

June 2026

Jun 6
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.
Jun 6
9:00a
End Date

Dutch Oven Cooking & Tasting (Cancelled for January)

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!
Jun 20
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!
Jun 20
8:30p
End Date

Star Party

Inks Lake State Park
Join the Austin Astronomical Society and use their equipment for some amazing stargazing!

July 2026

Jul 4
9:00a
End Date

Dutch Oven Cooking & Tasting (Cancelled for January)

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!

August 2026

Aug 1
9:00a
End Date

Dutch Oven Cooking & Tasting (Cancelled for January)

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!
Aug 1
8:50p
End Date

Star Party

Inks Lake State Park
Join the Austin Astronomical Society and use their equipment for some amazing stargazing!

September 2026

Sep 5
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.
Sep 5
9:00a
End Date

Dutch Oven Cooking & Tasting (Cancelled for January)

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!
Sep 19
9:00a
End Date

The Wonder of Texas' Native Plants

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

October 2026

Oct 3
9:00a
End Date

Dutch Oven Cooking & Tasting (Cancelled for January)

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!
Oct 17
7:00p
End Date

Star Party

Inks Lake State Park
Join the Austin Astronomical Society and use their equipment for some amazing stargazing!
Oct 24
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!

November 2026

Nov 7
9:00a
End Date

Dutch Oven Cooking & Tasting (Cancelled for January)

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!
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

B.A.R.K. Ranger Hike

Brazos Bend State Park
Bring your furry friend along for a light hike in the park!

December 2026

Dec 5
9:00a
End Date

Dutch Oven Cooking & Tasting (Cancelled for January)

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!
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!