Birding
December 2025
Dec
28
8:30a
End Date
Birding With a Ranger
Lake Corpus Christi State Park
A relaxing, family and child friendly introduction to birding and binocular usage.
Dec
28
8:30a
End Date
World Birding Center Birding Tours
Estero Llano Grande State Park
All ages and skill-levels are welcome on this two-hour tour of the park, finding as many species of birds as possible, especially the 30 that are termed Valley Specialties.
Dec
28
2:00p
End Date
Electric Tram Tour
Estero Llano Grande State Park
Join us on a narrated ranger-driven, two-hour tour of the park in a quiet electric tram. Reservations required: (956) 565-3919.
Dec
29
8:30a
End Date
Birding With a Ranger
Lake Corpus Christi State Park
A relaxing, family and child friendly introduction to birding and binocular usage.
Dec
30
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.
Dec
30
8:30a
End Date
Birding With a Ranger
Lake Corpus Christi State Park
A relaxing, family and child friendly introduction to birding and binocular usage.
Dec
30
4:00p
End Date
Mid-Week Bird Walk
Lake Corpus Christi State Park
Camping mid-week and wishing for programming? Look no further than the Tuesday evening bird walk! Great for winter Texans and families alike.
Dec
31
8:30a
End Date
Birding With a Ranger
Lake Corpus Christi State Park
A relaxing, family and child friendly introduction to birding and binocular usage.
Dec
31
8:30a
End Date
World Birding Center Birding Tours
Estero Llano Grande State Park
All ages and skill-levels are welcome on this two-hour tour of the park, finding as many species of birds as possible, especially the 30 that are termed Valley Specialties.
January 2026
Jan
1
8:30a
End Date
Jan
1
8:30a
End Date
First Day Hike - Start it Right!
Estero Llano Grande State Park
Join us on our annual First Day Hike, a fun way to fulfill those New Year resolutions!
Jan
1
8:30a
End Date
Birding With a Ranger
Lake Corpus Christi State Park
A relaxing, family and child friendly introduction to birding and binocular usage.
Jan
1
8:30a
End Date
First Day Birding Tour
Goose Island State Park
This program is part of First Day Hikes. Get birdy on the first day of the new year!
Jan
1
9:00a
End Date
First Day Hike: Birding the Island
Martin Creek Lake State Park
Start your New Year off with our feathered friends!
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
9:30a
End Date
First Day Bird Walk
Lyndon B. Johnson State Park & Historic Site
It's a new year -- time to start your yearly bird list!
Jan
1
10:00a
End Date
First Day Hike 2026
Mother Neff State Park
Come enjoy miles of fun and join us on the trails at Mother Neff. Explore the park at your own pace and learn about the history of the park along the way. We will also have interpretive stations throughout the park sharing about the park's history and natural resources from 10am-3pm. Once you have completed your hike, come back by the visitors’ center and share your experience. We will even have a small memento for your participation and weather permitting the Leon River Dutch Oven Gang will be serving up some black-eyed peas for good luck in the coming year (while they last)!
Jan
2
6:00a
End Date
Christmas Bird Count - Bentsen/Anzalduas
Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley State Park
Birders of all skill levels are invited to help survey birds in our count circle. Participation is free.
Jan
2
8:00a
End Date
Birding Hike
Brazos Bend State Park
Brazos Bend State Park is home to over 300 species of birds making it the perfect place to bird-watch all year round!
Jan
2
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
2
8:30a
End Date
Birding With a Ranger
Lake Corpus Christi State Park
A relaxing, family and child friendly introduction to birding and binocular usage.
Jan
2
10:00a
End Date
Jan
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.
Jan
3
8:30a
End Date
Birding With a Ranger
Lake Corpus Christi State Park
A relaxing, family and child friendly introduction to birding and binocular usage.
Jan
3
8:45a
End Date
Jan
3
9:00a
End Date
Jan
4
8:30a
End Date
Birding With a Ranger
Lake Corpus Christi State Park
A relaxing, family and child friendly introduction to birding and binocular usage.
Jan
5
8:30a
End Date
Birding With a Ranger
Lake Corpus Christi State Park
A relaxing, family and child friendly introduction to birding and binocular usage.
Jan
5
8:45a
End Date
Jan
6
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
6
8:30a
End Date
Birding With a Ranger
Lake Corpus Christi State Park
A relaxing, family and child friendly introduction to birding and binocular usage.
Jan
7
8:30a
End Date
Birding With a Ranger
Lake Corpus Christi State Park
A relaxing, family and child friendly introduction to birding and binocular usage.
Jan
7
9:00a
End Date
Whooper Walk (Registration Required)
Goose Island State Park
Join biologists from the International Crane Foundation and a park ranger to learn more about the endangered Whooping Crane!
Jan
8
8:30a
End Date
Jan
8
8:30a
End Date
Birding With a Ranger
Lake Corpus Christi State Park
A relaxing, family and child friendly introduction to birding and binocular usage.
Jan
9
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!
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
8:30a
End Date
Birding With a Ranger
Lake Corpus Christi State Park
A relaxing, family and child friendly introduction to birding and binocular usage.
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
8:30a
End Date
Birding With a Ranger
Lake Corpus Christi State Park
A relaxing, family and child friendly introduction to birding and binocular usage.
Jan
10
8:45a
End Date
Jan
10
9:00a
End Date
Birding 101
Palmetto State Park
Join us on a bird walk to learn more about the species found in the park.
Jan
10
9:00a
End Date
Jan
10
9:00a
End Date
Morning Ranger Hike
Davis Mountains State Park
Join Ranger Charlie on a brisk, morning hike up either Skyline Drive or CCC Trail. Along the way, he'll share info on plants, animals, geology, and history.
Jan
10
10:00a
End Date
Jan
11
8:30a
End Date
Birding With a Ranger
Lake Corpus Christi State Park
A relaxing, family and child friendly introduction to birding and binocular usage.
Jan
12
8:30a
End Date
Birding With a Ranger
Lake Corpus Christi State Park
A relaxing, family and child friendly introduction to birding and binocular usage.
Jan
12
8:45a
End Date
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
13
8:30a
End Date
Birding With a Ranger
Lake Corpus Christi State Park
A relaxing, family and child friendly introduction to birding and binocular usage.
Jan
14
8:30a
End Date
Birding With a Ranger
Lake Corpus Christi State Park
A relaxing, family and child friendly introduction to birding and binocular usage.
Jan
14
9:00a
End Date
Whooper Walk (Registration Required)
Goose Island State Park
Join biologists from the International Crane Foundation and a park ranger to learn more about the endangered Whooping Crane!
Jan
15
8:30a
End Date
Jan
15
8:30a
End Date
Birding With a Ranger
Lake Corpus Christi State Park
A relaxing, family and child friendly introduction to birding and binocular usage.
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
8:30a
End Date
Birding With a Ranger
Lake Corpus Christi State Park
A relaxing, family and child friendly introduction to birding and binocular usage.
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
8:30a
End Date
Birding With a Ranger
Lake Corpus Christi State Park
A relaxing, family and child friendly introduction to birding and binocular usage.
Jan
17
8:45a
End Date
Jan
18
8:30a
End Date
Birding With a Ranger
Lake Corpus Christi State Park
A relaxing, family and child friendly introduction to birding and binocular usage.
Jan
19
8:30a
End Date
Birding With a Ranger
Lake Corpus Christi State Park
A relaxing, family and child friendly introduction to birding and binocular usage.
Jan
19
8:45a
End Date
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
20
8:30a
End Date
Birding With a Ranger
Lake Corpus Christi State Park
A relaxing, family and child friendly introduction to birding and binocular usage.
Jan
21
8:30a
End Date
Birding With a Ranger
Lake Corpus Christi State Park
A relaxing, family and child friendly introduction to birding and binocular usage.
Jan
21
9:00a
End Date
Whooper Walk (Registration Required)
Goose Island State Park
Join biologists from the International Crane Foundation and a park ranger to learn more about the endangered Whooping Crane!
Jan
22
8:30a
End Date
Jan
22
8:30a
End Date
Birding With a Ranger
Lake Corpus Christi State Park
A relaxing, family and child friendly introduction to birding and binocular usage.
Jan
23
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!
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
8:30a
End Date
Birding With a Ranger
Lake Corpus Christi State Park
A relaxing, family and child friendly introduction to birding and binocular usage.
Jan
23
3:00p
End Date
Jan
24
8:00a
End Date
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
8:30a
End Date
Birding With a Ranger
Lake Corpus Christi State Park
A relaxing, family and child friendly introduction to birding and binocular usage.
Jan
24
8:45a
End Date
Jan
24
9:00a
End Date
Birding 101
Palmetto State Park
Join us on a bird walk to learn more about the species found in the park.
Jan
24
9:00a
End Date
Jan
24
9:00a
End Date
Morning Ranger Hike
Davis Mountains State Park
Join Ranger Charlie on a brisk, morning hike up either Skyline Drive or CCC Trail. Along the way, he'll share info on plants, animals, geology, and history.
Jan
24
11:00a
End Date
Jan
24
1:00p
End Date
Jan
24
2:00p
End Date
Jan
25
8:30a
End Date
Birding With a Ranger
Lake Corpus Christi State Park
A relaxing, family and child friendly introduction to birding and binocular usage.
Jan
26
8:30a
End Date
Birding With a Ranger
Lake Corpus Christi State Park
A relaxing, family and child friendly introduction to birding and binocular usage.
Jan
26
8:45a
End Date
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
27
8:30a
End Date
Birding With a Ranger
Lake Corpus Christi State Park
A relaxing, family and child friendly introduction to birding and binocular usage.
Jan
28
8:30a
End Date
Birding With a Ranger
Lake Corpus Christi State Park
A relaxing, family and child friendly introduction to birding and binocular usage.
Jan
28
9:00a
End Date
Whooper Walk (Registration Required)
Goose Island State Park
Join biologists from the International Crane Foundation and a park ranger to learn more about the endangered Whooping Crane!
Jan
29
8:30a
End Date
Jan
29
8:30a
End Date
Birding With a Ranger
Lake Corpus Christi State Park
A relaxing, family and child friendly introduction to birding and binocular usage.
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
8:30a
End Date
Birding With a Ranger
Lake Corpus Christi State Park
A relaxing, family and child friendly introduction to birding and binocular usage.
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
8:30a
End Date
Birding With a Ranger
Lake Corpus Christi State Park
A relaxing, family and child friendly introduction to birding and binocular usage.
Jan
31
8:45a
End Date
Jan
31
9:00a
End Date
Jan
31
10:00a
End Date
Jan
31
11:00a
End Date
Art in the Park: Bird Houses and Watercolors
Lake Corpus Christi State Park
Paint and watch birds! Great for kids, families and couples!
February 2026
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
4
9:00a
End Date
Whooper Walk (Registration Required)
Goose Island State Park
Join biologists from the International Crane Foundation and a park ranger to learn more about the endangered Whooping Crane!
Feb
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!
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
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
11
9:00a
End Date
Whooper Walk (Registration Required)
Goose Island State Park
Join biologists from the International Crane Foundation and a park ranger to learn more about the endangered Whooping Crane!
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
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
9:00a
End Date
Whooper Walk (Registration Required)
Goose Island State Park
Join biologists from the International Crane Foundation and a park ranger to learn more about the endangered Whooping Crane!
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
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
25
9:00a
End Date
Whooper Walk (Registration Required)
Goose Island State Park
Join biologists from the International Crane Foundation and a park ranger to learn more about the endangered Whooping Crane!
March 2026
Mar
4
9:00a
End Date
Whooper Walk (Registration Required)
Goose Island State Park
Join biologists from the International Crane Foundation and a park ranger to learn more about the endangered Whooping Crane!
Mar
11
9:00a
End Date
Whooper Walk (Registration Required)
Goose Island State Park
Join biologists from the International Crane Foundation and a park ranger to learn more about the endangered Whooping Crane!
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
Mar
14
10:00a
End Date
Caddo Adventure Day (Day 3 - Main Event)
Caddo Lake State Park
Choose your adventure at our 3rd annual Caddo Adventure Day! Participate in archery, fishing, paddling, hiking, learning, and more, throughout multiple days, all inside our beautiful park!
Mar
18
9:00a
End Date
Whooper Walk (Registration Required)
Goose Island State Park
Join biologists from the International Crane Foundation and a park ranger to learn more about the endangered Whooping Crane!
Mar
21
7:30a
End Date
Warbler Walk
Government Canyon State Natural Area
Did you know EVERY Golden-cheeked Warbler is a Native Texan? Learn about these federally-listed endangered songbirds who come to Government Canyon every spring to build their nests and start their families here in the Texas Hill Country.
Mar
25
9:00a
End Date
Whooper Walk (Registration Required)
Goose Island State Park
Join biologists from the International Crane Foundation and a park ranger to learn more about the endangered Whooping Crane!
Mar
28
9:00a
End Date
Birding 101 Walk and Talk
Caprock Canyons State Park & Trailway
It is peak birding migration season!
April 2026
Apr
3
8:00a
End Date
Birding Hike
Brazos Bend State Park
Brazos Bend State Park is home to over 300 species of birds making it the perfect place to bird-watch all year round!
Apr
5
8:00a
End Date
Birding Hike
Brazos Bend State Park
Brazos Bend State Park is home to over 300 species of birds making it the perfect place to bird-watch all year round!
Apr
11
7:30a
End Date
Warbler Walk
Government Canyon State Natural Area
Did you know EVERY Golden-cheeked Warbler is a Native Texan? Learn about these federally-listed endangered songbirds who come to Government Canyon every spring to build their nests and start their families here in the Texas Hill Country.
Apr
11
10:00a
End Date
May 2026
May
1
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!
May
3
8:00a
End Date
Birding Hike
Brazos Bend State Park
Brazos Bend State Park is home to over 300 species of birds making it the perfect place to bird-watch all year round!
May
16
9:00a
End Date
Nest Quest
Government Canyon State Natural Area
Kids will learn how to identify common birds and play bird bingo on this ranger-led bird walk.
May
30
7:30a
End Date
Bird Walk
Government Canyon State Natural Area
Search for summer tanagers, painted buntings, golden-cheeked warblers, and other summer specialties along Government Canyon's Backcountry Trails.
September 2026
Sep
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!
October 2026
Oct
2
8:00a
End Date
Birding Hike
Brazos Bend State Park
Brazos Bend State Park is home to over 300 species of birds making it the perfect place to bird-watch all year round!
Oct
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!
November 2026
Nov
1
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
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!
December 2026
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!