Calendar of Events

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

Woodland Bird Walk

Goose Island State Park
A bird walk through the live oak forest.
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

Impeckable Nature

Tyler State Park
Knock knock whose there?
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

Bird Walk

Falcon State Park
Grab your binoculars and let's look at some birds!
Jan 3
9:00a
End Date

Learn to Bird

Sea Rim State Park
Interested in birds and want to learn more?
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

Bird Walk

Falcon State Park
Grab your binoculars and let's look at some birds!
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

Woodland Bird Walk

Goose Island State Park
A bird walk through the live oak forest.
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

Bird Walk

Falcon State Park
Grab your binoculars and let's look at some birds!
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

Winter Birding

Galveston Island State Park
Owl bet it will be a hoot! 🦉
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

Learn to Bird

Sea Rim State Park
Want to pick up a new hobby?
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

Bird Walk

Falcon State Park
Grab your binoculars and let's look at some birds!
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

Woodland Bird Walk

Goose Island State Park
A bird walk through the live oak forest.
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

Bird Walk

Falcon State Park
Grab your binoculars and let's look at some birds!
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

Bird Walk

Falcon State Park
Grab your binoculars and let's look at some birds!
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

Woodland Bird Walk

Goose Island State Park
A bird walk through the live oak forest.
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

Birding with a Ranger

Purtis Creek State Park
What's that chirp?
Jan 24
8:00a
End Date

Birding Hike

Palo Duro Canyon State Park
Join us for a morning of birdwatching!
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

Bird Walk

Falcon State Park
Grab your binoculars and let's look at some birds!
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

Winter Birding

Galveston Island State Park
Owl bet it will be a hoot! 🦉
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

Birds of Eisenhower

Eisenhower State Park
Explore the avian wonders of Eisenhower State Park!
Jan 24
1:00p
End Date

Learn to Bird

Sea Rim State Park
Interested in birds and want to learn more?
Jan 24
2:00p
End Date

Birding for Beginners Hike

Eisenhower State Park
Let's go birding!
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

Bird Walk

Falcon State Park
Grab your binoculars and let's look at some birds!
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

Woodland Bird Walk

Goose Island State Park
A bird walk through the live oak forest.
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

Bird Walk

Falcon State Park
Grab your binoculars and let's look at some birds!
Jan 31
9:00a
End Date

Winter Bird Walk

Cedar Hill State Park
Get to know the winter birds of Texas!
Jan 31
10:00a
End Date

Birding for Beginners

Lockhart State Park
Whet your beak with this introductory bird walk!
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

Learn to Bird

Sea Rim State Park
Want to pick up a new hobby?
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

Learn to Bird

Sea Rim State Park
Want to pick up a new hobby?
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

Learn to Bird

Sea Rim State Park
Want to pick up a new hobby?

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!