America 250
June 2026
Jun
13
10:00a
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What is Flag Day?
Guadalupe River State Park
Learn the history of the United States flag and design your own!
Jun
13
12:30p
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2nd Saturday with Steve (Stephen F. Austin): Stories of the Enslaved in San Felipe de Austin
Stephen F. Austin State Park
Join educators from the San Felipe de Austin Historic Site and the Texas Historical Commission for a meaningful historical presentation.
Jun
13
1:30p
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Broad Stripes and Bright Stars
Ray Roberts Lake State Park - Johnson Branch Unit
Celebrate Flag Day by learning the history of the United States flag and design your own!
Jun
14
9:00a
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Red, White, and Blue Birding Walk
Village Creek State Park
In honor of the USA's 250th, join a Park Ranger to learn about birding and see how many red, white, or blue birds we can find along the way.
Jun
14
2:00p
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Jun
20
10:00a
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A Century of History: Ranger Talk
Lake Corpus Christi State Park
Interested in details of the park's history not displayed in the Castle? Telegraphs, photos and stories will be shared from the 30's until the present of Lake Corpus Christi State Park.
Jun
27
10:00a
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Jun
27
2:00p
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Goose Island History Tour (Registration Required)
Goose Island State Park
Join volunteer Doreen for a special tour that will highlight America 250!
Jun
27
2:00p
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If Trees Could Talk
Dinosaur Valley State Park
Throughout their lives, trees witness life and death and if we stop to listen, we can hear the stories they have to tell about the park. Join a ranger to hear stories about the parks history and celebrate the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence with us. We will explore our local tree species and what tree rings mean.
Jun
28
2:00p
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The Battle of the Birds
Brazos Bend State Park
Discover the birds that almost became the symbol of our country!
July 2026
Jul
1
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America 250 Ultimate Picnic Photo Challenge
Galveston Island State Park
Join a coast‑to‑coast celebration of outdoor traditions with one simple snapshot.🎉
Jul
2
7:45p
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America 250: Sunset Watercolors on the Coast🎨
Galveston Island State Park
Celebrate 250 years of Americans finding inspiration in the outdoors!
Jul
3
9:00a
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Red, White & Blue Bird Walk
Goose Island State Park
Celebrate America's 250th birthday with a patriotic bird walk!
Jul
3
10:00a
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Battle of the Birds
Lake Casa Blanca International State Park
Do you know the history of our national bird?
Jul
3
5:30p
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Signing the Declaration: What is an Oak Gall?
Palo Pinto Mountains State Park
When signing the Declaration of Independence, our Founding Fathers used oak gall ink. What is a gall? And how do you turn it into ink? Come find out!
Jul
3
7:00p
End Date
America 250 Family Trivia Night
Fort Parker State Park
Test your family’s knowledge about our state and national symbols!
Join a ranger for a family-friendly trivia game about eagles, oak trees, cactus, and more!
Discover the state and national symbols that you can find at Fort Parker State Park.
Jul
3
7:00p
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*At Capacity, Registration is Closed* Red, White, and Blue Guided Kayak Tour
Inks Lake State Park
Join park Rangers and volunteers on a patriotic sunset paddle of Inks Lake as we kick off our Independence Day celebrations, so bring your Red, White, and Blue patriotic themed lake gear for the trip
Jul
4
8:30a
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Ink Your Own Declaration
Government Canyon State Natural Area
On this date, we celebrate the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence, which was written using ink made from oak galls. What's a gall? Stop by and find out!
Jul
4
9:00a
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Fishing for America 250
Purtis Creek State Park
Come celebrate U.S.A.'s 250th Anniversary by casting a line with us!
Jul
4
9:00a
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History Beneath Our Feet
Ray Roberts Lake State Park - Johnson Branch Unit
Celebrate America250 as we hike through the history of the Johnson Branch Unit.
Jul
4
9:00a
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Hunting Through History-Learn to throw an Atlatl *Registration is required
Inks Lake State Park
Learn about this ancient hunting technology and then test your aim
Jul
4
9:00a
End Date
Red, White, and Blue Bird Walk!
McKinney Falls State Park
Join us for a festive bird walk celebrating the incredible diversity of red, white, and blue bird species found in our park.
Jul
4
9:00a
End Date
Red, White, and Blue Birding Walk
Village Creek State Park
In honor of the USA's 250th, join a Park Ranger to learn about birding and see how many red, white, or blue birds we can find along the way.
Jul
4
9:00a
End Date
Red White and Bluegill Family Fishing Event
Huntsville State Park
Celebrate Independence Day participating in one of this country’s oldest outdoor activities.
Jul
4
9:30a
End Date
Red, White, and Blue Birding Hike (Registration Required)
Palo Pinto Mountains State Park
How many birds can you find sporting the flags colors on this guided hike?
Jul
4
9:30a
End Date
America 250: If Trees Could Talk
Lake Brownwood State Park
Join Ranger George to celebrate America 250 and learn about our nation's history with tree rings!
Jul
4
9:30a
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Jul
4
10:00a
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America 250: Independence Ink
Fort Parker State Park
Did you know the Declaration of Independence was written with ink made from oak galls? Find out what an oak gall is and try your hand at writing with real oak gall ink and a quill pen at this program.
Jul
4
10:00a
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Hunting Through History- Archery *Registration is required
Inks Lake State Park
Learn the history of archery and then practice your skills with a bow and arrow!
Jul
4
10:00a
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Inking The Constitution: Ink Making Class
Lake Corpus Christi State Park
Bring your whole family to the park to learn how to make the ink our founders used to sign the constitution 250 years ago! This is an America 250 Program.
Jul
4
10:00a
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American 250th: Artillery Demo
Fort Richardson State Park & Historic Site / Lost Creek Reservoir State Trailway
Join us for this 4th of July celebration as we fire the cannons, display firearms, and watch military drills conducted by our reenactors.
Jul
4
11:00a
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Dutch Oven Cooking
Ray Roberts Lake State Park - Johnson Branch Unit
Celebrate America250 while we cook some classic American pies!
Jul
4
1:00p
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Jul
4
2:00p
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Jul
4
4:30p
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Jul
4
7:00p
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CCC Dance and Celebration
Caddo Lake State Park
Step back into the 1930's to celebrate this extra special Fourth of July with us in the historic CCC Rec Hall!
Jul
4
8:30p
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Red, White, and Blue Night Hike *Registration is Recommended
Inks Lake State Park
Join us on a Patriotic and colorful Night Hike along lake trail as we celebrate America's 250th Birthday
Jul
4
9:00p
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Jul
5
10:00a
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Tree Stories
Lake Tawakoni State Park
Every tree has a tale to tell. Explore the life cycle of trees and hear the story of a remarkable oak that may be as old as the U.S.A.
September 2026
Sep
18
5:30p
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Writing the US Constitution: What is an Oak Gall?
Palo Pinto Mountains State Park
Our Founding Fathers used oak gall ink to write and sign the US Constitution on September 17, 1787. What is a gall? And how do you turn it into ink? Come find out!
October 2026
Oct
30
7:00p
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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!
Oct
31
7:00p
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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!