Arts & Crafts
April 2025
Apr
19
9:00a
End Date
Goose Island Birding Festival
Goose Island State Park
Join us in celebrating one of the best times of the year: Spring Migration!
Apr
19
10:00a
End Date
Art in the Park: Watercolor Painting
Copper Breaks State Park
Let out your creative spirit with water coloring!
Apr
19
10:00a
End Date
Easter at the Farm
Lyndon B. Johnson State Park & Historic Site
Celebrate Easter at an early 20th-century German-Texan farm.
Apr
19
10:00a
End Date
🦋 Spring Wing Ding 🦋
Dinosaur Valley State Park
Join us as we celebrate everything migratory and winged! 🦋
Apr
19
10:00a
End Date
Wonders of Wildflowers
Guadalupe River State Park
Join us for a blooming celebration of Central Texas’ vibrant native flora!
Apr
19
11:00a
End Date
Wildcraft: Dragonflies!
Brazos Bend State Park
Learn all about dragonflies and make a jeweled dragonfly to take home!
Apr
19
12:00p
End Date
Nature Center Hours
Stephen F. Austin State Park
Come explore the wonders of nature at the Nature Center this April!
Apr
19
1:30p
End Date
Kites & Breezes: Exploring the Power of Wind
Lake Tawakoni State Park
Join a Ranger at the Farkleberry Trailhead for an exciting adventure into the science of wind!
Apr
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).
Apr
19
2:00p
End Date
Apr
19
2:00p
End Date
Nature Journaling
Abilene State Park
Learn to connect deeper with nature and to sharpen your perceptions!
Apr
19
2:00p
End Date
Nature Journaling for Beginners
Palo Duro Canyon State Park
Come hike and learn the art of nature journaling!
Apr
19
2:00p
End Date
Apr
19
2:00p
End Date
Easter Egg Hunt/ Crafts
Fort Richardson State Park & Historic Site / Lost Creek Reservoir State Trailway
Hop on over to Fort Richardson for an egg-citing Easter adventure!
Apr
19
2:00p
End Date
Apr
19
2:00p
End Date
Apr
19
3:00p
End Date
Apr
19
4:00p
End Date
Rope Making
Choke Canyon State Park - Calliham Unit
Turn plants into rope fibers, just like the Native Americans! Playing tug-of-war at the end is optional, but encouraged!
Apr
20
12:00p
End Date
Nature Center Hours
Stephen F. Austin State Park
Come explore the wonders of nature at the Nature Center this April!
Apr
20
2:00p
End Date
Apr
25
2:00p
End Date
Constellation Journaling
Davis Mountains State Park
Make a journal full of springtime constellations that you can use for nighttime star gazing.
Apr
26
10:00a
End Date
Make a Teepee
Fort Richardson State Park & Historic Site / Lost Creek Reservoir State Trailway
Join us for a fun and creative craft session where you can design and build your very own miniature teepee!
Apr
26
10:00a
End Date
Apr
26
12:00p
End Date
Nature Center Hours
Stephen F. Austin State Park
Come explore the wonders of nature at the Nature Center this April!
Apr
26
2:00p
End Date
Colors of the Wind Watercolor
Lockhart State Park
Paint with all the colors of the wind at Lockhart State Park!
Apr
26
3:00p
End Date
Apr
26
6:00p
End Date
Maples and Meteors Night Sky Fest
Lost Maples State Natural Area
🎉 Celebrate all things night sky related at our night sky fest and stay after for constellation viewing!
Apr
27
11:00a
End Date
Art in the Park
Dinosaur Valley State Park
Celebrate the wonders of our park by creating a masterpiece!
Apr
27
12:00p
End Date
Nature Center Hours
Stephen F. Austin State Park
Come explore the wonders of nature at the Nature Center this April!
May 2025
May
2
2:00p
End Date
Nature Journaling
Fort Richardson State Park & Historic Site / Lost Creek Reservoir State Trailway
Slow down and deepen your experience of the natural world with mindful observations.
May
3
10:00a
End Date
May
3
12:00p
End Date
May
9
4:00p
End Date
Mother's Day Crafts
Fort Richardson State Park & Historic Site / Lost Creek Reservoir State Trailway
Celebrate Mom with Handmade Love!
May
10
10:00a
End Date
Watercolor in the Park
Guadalupe River State Park
Come and capture the stunning natural beauty of the park's landscapes on paper.
May
10
10:00a
End Date
Colors of the Caprock
Caprock Canyons State Park & Trailway
Be inspired by the rich hues of the Caprock Canyons and its breathtaking palette!
May
10
2:00p
End Date
May
10
2:00p
End Date
May
15
10:30a
End Date
Reading Ranger at the Blanco Public Library
Blanco State Park
Join a ranger for Storytime at the Blanco Library!
May
17
9:00a
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!
May
17
10:00a
End Date
Four Lives of a Fleece
Lyndon B. Johnson State Park & Historic Site
Processing wool from sheep to shawl!
May
17
10:00a
End Date
May
17
2:00p
End Date
Nature Journaling
Abilene State Park
Learn to connect deeper with nature and to sharpen your perceptions!
May
17
2:00p
End Date
May
17
2:00p
End Date
The Bread That Stood the Test of Time
Fort Richardson State Park & Historic Site / Lost Creek Reservoir State Trailway
Imagine you're a soldier in the Civil War, or a pioneer heading west. Food is scarce, and fresh bread is impossible to keep for more than a day. What do you eat? Hardtack
May
17
2:00p
End Date
Colors of the Canyon
Government Canyon State Natural Area
Create beautiful artwork that captures the colors of an spring day at Government Canyon.
May
23
7:00p
End Date
Sunset Watercolor
Galveston Island State Park
Unleash your creative side and enjoy the island's best sunsets.
May
31
2:00p
End Date
May
31
2:30p
End Date
Solar Arts and Crafts
Lockhart State Park
Join us to explore our nearest star and create sun-powered crafts!
June 2025
Jun
6
4:00p
End Date
Jun
7
4:00p
End Date
Colors of the Caprock
Caprock Canyons State Park & Trailway
The rich hues of the Caprock Canyon are waiting for you!
Jun
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!
Jun
21
2:00p
End Date
Nature Journaling
Abilene State Park
Learn to connect deeper with nature and to sharpen your perceptions!
July 2025
Jul
10
8:00p
End Date
Jul
16
10:30a
End Date
Reading Ranger
Buescher State Park
Join Ranger Madalyn at the Smithville Public Library for themed book readings and a craft! All ages welcome!
Jul
19
2:00p
End Date
Nature Journaling
Abilene State Park
Learn to connect deeper with nature and to sharpen your perceptions!
Jul
26
8:30a
End Date
Colors of the Caprock
Caprock Canyons State Park & Trailway
In this special outdoor lesson, we will be inspired by the rich hues of the Caprock Canyons landscape and its breathtaking palette.
Jul
26
9:00a
End Date
Colors of the Canyon
Government Canyon State Natural Area
Create beautiful artwork that captures the colors of a summer day at Government Canyon.
August 2025
Aug
2
9:00a
End Date
Shade Tree Journaling
Government Canyon State Natural Area
Slow down, find a shady spot, and deepen your experience of the natural world with mindful observations.
Aug
16
2:00p
End Date
Nature Journaling
Abilene State Park
Learn to connect deeper with nature and to sharpen your perceptions!
Aug
20
10:30a
End Date
Reading Ranger
Buescher State Park
Join Ranger Madalyn at the Smithville Public Library for themed book readings and a craft! All ages welcome!
September 2025
Sep
17
10:30a
End Date
Reading Ranger
Buescher State Park
Join Ranger Madalyn at the Smithville Public Library for themed book readings and a craft! All ages welcome!
Sep
20
2:00p
End Date
Nature Journaling
Abilene State Park
Learn to connect deeper with nature and to sharpen your perceptions!
October 2025
Oct
11
5:30p
End Date
Fall Forest Fest 2025
Stephen F. Austin State Park
Celebrate the fall season at Fall Forest Fest at Stephen F. Austin State Park! This family-friendly event promises a “Spooky Forest” filled with fun activities for all ages.
Oct
15
10:30a
End Date
Reading Ranger
Buescher State Park
Join Ranger Madalyn at the Smithville Public Library for themed book readings and a craft! All ages welcome!
Oct
18
2:00p
End Date
Nature Journaling
Abilene State Park
Learn to connect deeper with nature and to sharpen your perceptions!
November 2025
Nov
15
2:00p
End Date
Nature Journaling
Abilene State Park
Learn to connect deeper with nature and to sharpen your perceptions!
Nov
19
10:30a
End Date
Reading Ranger
Buescher State Park
Join Ranger Madalyn at the Smithville Public Library for themed book readings and a craft! All ages welcome!
December 2025
Dec
17
10:30a
End Date
Reading Ranger
Buescher State Park
Join Ranger Madalyn at the Smithville Public Library for themed book readings and a craft! All ages welcome!
Dec
20
2:00p
End Date
Nature Journaling
Abilene State Park
Learn to connect deeper with nature and to sharpen your perceptions!
January 2026
Jan
17
2:00p
End Date
Nature Journaling
Abilene State Park
Learn to connect deeper with nature and to sharpen your perceptions!
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!
February 2026
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
2:00p
End Date
Nature Journaling
Abilene State Park
Learn to connect deeper with nature and to sharpen your perceptions!
March 2026
Mar
21
2:00p
End Date
Nature Journaling
Abilene State Park
Learn to connect deeper with nature and to sharpen your perceptions!
April 2026
Apr
18
2:00p
End Date
Nature Journaling
Abilene State Park
Learn to connect deeper with nature and to sharpen your perceptions!
May 2026
May
16
2:00p
End Date
Nature Journaling
Abilene State Park
Learn to connect deeper with nature and to sharpen your perceptions!
June 2026
Jun
20
2:00p
End Date
Nature Journaling
Abilene State Park
Learn to connect deeper with nature and to sharpen your perceptions!
July 2026
Jul
18
2:00p
End Date
Nature Journaling
Abilene State Park
Learn to connect deeper with nature and to sharpen your perceptions!
August 2026
Aug
15
2:00p
End Date
Nature Journaling
Abilene State Park
Learn to connect deeper with nature and to sharpen your perceptions!
September 2026
Sep
19
2:00p
End Date
Nature Journaling
Abilene State Park
Learn to connect deeper with nature and to sharpen your perceptions!
October 2026
Oct
17
2:00p
End Date
Nature Journaling
Abilene State Park
Learn to connect deeper with nature and to sharpen your perceptions!
November 2026
Nov
21
2:00p
End Date
Nature Journaling
Abilene State Park
Learn to connect deeper with nature and to sharpen your perceptions!
December 2026
Dec
19
2:00p
End Date
Nature Journaling
Abilene State Park
Learn to connect deeper with nature and to sharpen your perceptions!
January 2027
Jan
16
2:00p
End Date
Nature Journaling
Abilene State Park
Learn to connect deeper with nature and to sharpen your perceptions!