Birding
December 2022
Dec
7
8:30a
End Date
Dec
7
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
8
8:30a
End Date
Dec
8
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
9
8:30a
End Date
Bentsen Birds
Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley State Park
Join us for a guided walk showcasing special resident birds such as the Plain Chachalaca, Great Kiskadee, Green Jay and Altamira Oriole.
Dec
9
8:30a
End Date
Big Tree Natural Area Birding Tram Tour (Registration Required)
Goose Island State Park
Come along with us to view birds at the Big Tree Natural Area!
Dec
10
8:00a
End Date
Holiday in the Park 2022
Brazos Bend State Park
Join us for festive fun at the park and enjoy a full day of events!
Dec
10
8:30a
End Date
Bentsen Birds
Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley State Park
Join us for a guided walk showcasing special resident birds such as the Plain Chachalaca, Great Kiskadee, Green Jay and Altamira Oriole.
Dec
10
8:30a
End Date
Dec
10
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
10
9:00a
End Date
Birding with a Ranger
McKinney Falls State Park
Come see the wonderful variety of resident and migratory birds the park has to offer!
Dec
10
9:00a
End Date
Birding Tour
Lake Corpus Christi State Park
Spot some of the over 200 species of birds identified at Lake Corpus Christi State Park!
Dec
10
9:30a
End Date
Birding Walk
Davis Mountains State Park
Enjoy a walk between our bird blinds and observe our current winged wildlife residents.
Dec
10
2:00p
End Date
Santa's Workshop
Pedernales Falls State Park
Help Santa's elves build gifts for all the good birdies!
Dec
10
3:00p
End Date
Dec
10
3:30p
End Date
"What Was That?"
Davis Mountains State Park
Come enjoy this slideshow presentation to discover the many animals that call the Davis Mountains home.
Dec
11
8:30a
End Date
Bentsen Birds
Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley State Park
Join us for a guided walk showcasing special resident birds such as the Plain Chachalaca, Great Kiskadee, Green Jay and Altamira Oriole.
Dec
11
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
11
9:00a
End Date
Birding the Two Bridges Trail
Lake Whitney State Park
Explore the 1-mile trail with a master naturalist as you learn to identify birds. Join us for a fun walk and opportunity to learn something new or see a bird you have not noticed before.
Dec
11
9:00a
End Date
Birding 101
Lake Casa Blanca International State Park
Join a park ranger for an introduction to birdwatching!
Dec
11
9:00a
End Date
Birding Tour
Lake Corpus Christi State Park
Spot some of the over 200 species of birds identified at Lake Corpus Christi State Park!
Dec
13
7:30a
End Date
Winter Birding Walk
Cedar Hill State Park
It’s a pouf! It’s a fluff ball! It’s a feathery orb! No, it’s a bird that is very ready for the winter weather!
Dec
14
8:30a
End Date
Dec
14
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
15
8:30a
End Date
Dec
15
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
16
8:30a
End Date
Bentsen Birds
Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley State Park
Join us for a guided walk showcasing special resident birds such as the Plain Chachalaca, Great Kiskadee, Green Jay and Altamira Oriole.
Dec
16
8:30a
End Date
Big Tree Natural Area Birding Tram Tour (Registration Required)
Goose Island State Park
Come along with us to view birds at the Big Tree Natural Area!
Dec
16
9:30p
End Date
Bentsen Nature Walk
Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley State Park
Explore the wonders of the Rio Grande Valley on a guided walk in its wild spaces.
Dec
17
8:30a
End Date
Bentsen Birds
Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley State Park
Join us for a guided walk showcasing special resident birds such as the Plain Chachalaca, Great Kiskadee, Green Jay and Altamira Oriole.
Dec
17
8:30a
End Date
Dec
17
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
17
9:00a
End Date
Dec
17
9:00a
End Date
Birding with a Ranger
McKinney Falls State Park
Come see the wonderful variety of resident and migratory birds the park has to offer!
Dec
17
9:00a
End Date
Birding Tour
Lake Corpus Christi State Park
Spot some of the over 200 species of birds identified at Lake Corpus Christi State Park!
Dec
17
11:30a
End Date
Dec
17
2:00p
End Date
Dec
17
2:00p
End Date
Santa's Workshop
Pedernales Falls State Park
Help Santa's elves build gifts for all the good birdies!
Dec
17
3:30p
End Date
"What Was That?"
Davis Mountains State Park
Come enjoy this slideshow presentation to discover the many animals that call the Davis Mountains home.
Dec
18
8:30a
End Date
Bentsen Birds
Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley State Park
Join us for a guided walk showcasing special resident birds such as the Plain Chachalaca, Great Kiskadee, Green Jay and Altamira Oriole.
Dec
18
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
18
9:00a
End Date
Birding the Two Bridges Trail
Lake Whitney State Park
Explore the 1-mile trail with a master naturalist as you learn to identify birds. Join us for a fun walk and opportunity to learn something new or see a bird you have not noticed before.
Dec
18
9:00a
End Date
Birding 101
Lake Casa Blanca International State Park
Join a park ranger for an introduction to birdwatching!
Dec
18
9:00a
End Date
Birding Tour
Lake Corpus Christi State Park
Spot some of the over 200 species of birds identified at Lake Corpus Christi State Park!
Dec
21
8:30a
End Date
Dec
21
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
22
End Date
Christmas Bird Count
Estero Llano Grande State Park
Join in and become a part of the National Audubon Society's 120th year of Christmas Bird Counts!
Dec
22
8:30a
End Date
Dec
22
10:00a
End Date
Bayside Nature Tour
Mustang Island State Park
Explore the bayside of Mustang Island on an easy 1 mile walk
Dec
22
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
23
8:30a
End Date
Bentsen Birds
Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley State Park
Join us for a guided walk showcasing special resident birds such as the Plain Chachalaca, Great Kiskadee, Green Jay and Altamira Oriole.
Dec
23
8:30a
End Date
Big Tree Natural Area Birding Tram Tour (Registration Required)
Goose Island State Park
Come along with us to view birds at the Big Tree Natural Area!
Dec
23
11:00a
End Date
Wildlife Hike
Pedernales Falls State Park
Join our park ranger in viewing local wildlife in their native habitat!
Dec
24
8:30a
End Date
Bentsen Birds
Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley State Park
Join us for a guided walk showcasing special resident birds such as the Plain Chachalaca, Great Kiskadee, Green Jay and Altamira Oriole.
Dec
24
8:30a
End Date
Dec
24
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
24
9:00a
End Date
Birding with a Ranger
McKinney Falls State Park
Come see the wonderful variety of resident and migratory birds the park has to offer!
Dec
24
3:30p
End Date
"What Was That?"
Davis Mountains State Park
Come enjoy this slideshow presentation to discover the many animals that call the Davis Mountains home.
Dec
25
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
8:30a
End Date
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
10:00a
End Date
Bayside Nature Tour
Mustang Island State Park
Explore the bayside of Mustang Island on an easy 1 mile walk
Dec
29
7:30a
End Date
Winter Birding Walk
Cedar Hill State Park
It’s a pouf! It’s a fluff ball! It’s a feathery orb! No, it’s a bird that is very ready for the winter weather.
Dec
29
8:30a
End Date
Dec
29
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
30
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.
Dec
30
8:30a
End Date
Big Tree Natural Area Birding Tram Tour (Registration Required)
Goose Island State Park
Come along with us to view birds at the Big Tree Natural Area!
Dec
30
2:00p
End Date
Goose Island Tram Tour
Goose Island State Park
Join a ranger on a ride through the park to learn about the history and ecology that makes Goose Island special.
Dec
31
8:30a
End Date
Bentsen Birds
Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley State Park
Join us for a guided walk showcasing special resident birds such as the Plain Chachalaca, Great Kiskadee, Green Jay and Altamira Oriole.
Dec
31
8:30a
End Date
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!
Dec
31
9:00a
End Date
Birding with a Ranger
McKinney Falls State Park
Come see the wonderful variety of resident and migratory birds the park has to offer!
Dec
31
9:00a
End Date
Birding Tour
Lake Corpus Christi State Park
Spot some of the over 200 species of birds identified at Lake Corpus Christi State Park!
Dec
31
9:00a
End Date
Birding Stroll 101
Palmetto State Park
Join us on this walk to learn about the birds that call this park home.
Dec
31
3:30p
End Date
"What Was That?"
Davis Mountains State Park
Come enjoy this slideshow presentation to discover the many animals that call the Davis Mountains home.
January 2023
Jan
1
7:30a
End Date
First Day Birding Tour
Lake Corpus Christi State Park
Start your year list with Lake Corpus Christi State Park!
Jan
1
8:00a
End Date
First Day Beginner's Birding Outing
Government Canyon State Natural Area
Start the New Year with some feathered friends!
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
Jan
1
9:00a
End Date
First Day Hike - Birding with a Guide
Lake Whitney State Park
Join Master Naturalists for an easy 1 mile hike to discover birding tips and tricks.
Start your New Year enjoying the views of Lake Whitney State Park.
Jan
1
9:00a
End Date
Jan
1
10:00a
End Date
Self-guided Bird Walk
Old Tunnel State Park
Pick up a bird checklist and hike the 1/2-mile nature trail looking for winter birds.
Jan
4
8:30a
End Date
Jan
5
8:30a
End Date
Jan
6
8:30a
End Date
Big Tree Natural Area Birding Tram Tour (Registration Required)
Goose Island State Park
Come along with us to view birds at the Big Tree Natural Area!
Jan
7
8:30a
End Date
Jan
7
10:00a
End Date
Bike and Bird
Resaca de la Palma State Park
Ride your bike around the tram loop as we search for birds!
Jan
11
8:30a
End Date
Jan
12
8:30a
End Date
Jan
12
10:00a
End Date
Birding for Beginners
Resaca de la Palma State Park
Learn how to identify birds in this beginners birding class!
Jan
13
8:30a
End Date
Big Tree Natural Area Birding Tram Tour (Registration Required)
Goose Island State Park
Come along with us to view birds at the Big Tree Natural Area!
Jan
14
8:30a
End Date
Jan
18
8:30a
End Date
Jan
19
8:30a
End Date
Jan
19
10:00a
End Date
Birding for Beginners
Resaca de la Palma State Park
Learn how to identify birds in this beginners birding class!
Jan
20
8:30a
End Date
Big Tree Natural Area Birding Tram Tour (Registration Required)
Goose Island State Park
Come along with us to view birds at the Big Tree Natural Area!
Jan
21
8:30a
End Date
Jan
21
10:00a
End Date
Bike and Bird
Resaca de la Palma State Park
Ride your bike around the tram loop as we search for birds!
Jan
22
9:00a
End Date
Birding the Two Bridges Trail
Lake Whitney State Park
Explore the 1-mile trail with a master naturalist as you learn to identify birds. Join us for a fun walk and opportunity to learn something new or see a bird you have not noticed before.
Jan
25
8:30a
End Date
Jan
26
8:30a
End Date
Jan
27
8:30a
End Date
Big Tree Natural Area Birding Tram Tour (Registration Required)
Goose Island State Park
Come along with us to view birds at the Big Tree Natural Area!
Jan
28
8:30a
End Date
Jan
29
9:00a
End Date
Birding the Two Bridges Trail
Lake Whitney State Park
Explore the 1-mile trail with a master naturalist as you learn to identify birds. Join us for a fun walk and opportunity to learn something new or see a bird you have not noticed before.
February 2023
Feb
1
8:30a
End Date
Feb
2
8:30a
End Date
Feb
3
8:30a
End Date
Big Tree Natural Area Birding Tram Tour (Registration Required)
Goose Island State Park
Come along with us to view birds at the Big Tree Natural Area!
Feb
4
8:30a
End Date
Feb
5
10:00a
End Date
Birding for Beginners
Resaca de la Palma State Park
Learn how to identify birds in this beginners birding class!
Feb
8
8:30a
End Date
Feb
9
8:30a
End Date
Feb
10
8:30a
End Date
Big Tree Natural Area Birding Tram Tour (Registration Required)
Goose Island State Park
Come along with us to view birds at the Big Tree Natural Area!
Feb
11
8:30a
End Date
Feb
15
8:30a
End Date
Feb
16
8:30a
End Date
Feb
17
8:30a
End Date
Big Tree Natural Area Birding Tram Tour (Registration Required)
Goose Island State Park
Come along with us to view birds at the Big Tree Natural Area!
Feb
18
8:30a
End Date
Feb
19
10:00a
End Date
Birding for Beginners
Resaca de la Palma State Park
Learn how to identify birds in this beginners birding class!
Feb
22
8:30a
End Date
Feb
23
8:30a
End Date
Feb
24
8:30a
End Date
Big Tree Natural Area Birding Tram Tour (Registration Required)
Goose Island State Park
Come along with us to view birds at the Big Tree Natural Area!
Feb
25
8:30a
End Date
March 2023
Mar
1
8:30a
End Date
Mar
2
8:30a
End Date
Mar
3
8:30a
End Date
Big Tree Natural Area Birding Tram Tour (Registration Required)
Goose Island State Park
Come along with us to view birds at the Big Tree Natural Area!
Mar
4
8:30a
End Date
Mar
8
8:30a
End Date
Mar
9
8:30a
End Date
Mar
10
8:30a
End Date
Big Tree Natural Area Birding Tram Tour (Registration Required)
Goose Island State Park
Come along with us to view birds at the Big Tree Natural Area!
Mar
11
8:30a
End Date
Mar
13
End Date
Spring Break Recreation at Huntsville State Park
Huntsville State Park
🎉 Spend Spring Break enjoying recreational activities available within Huntsville State Park
Mar
15
8:30a
End Date
Mar
16
8:30a
End Date
Mar
17
8:30a
End Date
Big Tree Natural Area Birding Tram Tour (Registration Required)
Goose Island State Park
Come along with us to view birds at the Big Tree Natural Area!
Mar
18
8:30a
End Date
Mar
18
9:00a
End Date
Play Day at Lake Whitney State Park
Lake Whitney State Park
🎉 It's spring break and we want you to have a Play Day with us as we celebrate 100 years of Texas State Parks!
Mar
22
8:30a
End Date
Mar
23
8:30a
End Date
Mar
24
8:30a
End Date
Big Tree Natural Area Birding Tram Tour (Registration Required)
Goose Island State Park
Come along with us to view birds at the Big Tree Natural Area!
Mar
25
8:30a
End Date
Mar
29
8:30a
End Date
Mar
30
8:30a
End Date
Mar
31
8:00a
End Date
Birding Hike
Brazos Bend State Park
Brazos Bend State Park is home to over 300 species of birds; it's the perfect place to bird-watch all year round!
Mar
31
8:30a
End Date
Big Tree Natural Area Birding Tram Tour (Registration Required)
Goose Island State Park
Come along with us to view birds at the Big Tree Natural Area!
April 2023
Apr
1
8:00a
End Date
Birding Hike
Brazos Bend State Park
Brazos Bend State Park is home to over 300 species of birds; it's the perfect place to bird-watch all year round!
Apr
1
8:30a
End Date
Apr
5
8:30a
End Date
Apr
6
8:30a
End Date
Apr
7
8:30a
End Date
Big Tree Natural Area Birding Tram Tour (Registration Required)
Goose Island State Park
Come along with us to view birds at the Big Tree Natural Area!
Apr
8
8:30a
End Date
Apr
12
8:30a
End Date
Apr
13
8:30a
End Date
Apr
14
8:30a
End Date
Big Tree Natural Area Birding Tram Tour (Registration Required)
Goose Island State Park
Come along with us to view birds at the Big Tree Natural Area!
Apr
15
8:30a
End Date
May 2023
May
6
10:00a
End Date
Brazos Bend Expo- Celebrating 100 Years of Texas State Parks
Brazos Bend State Park
🎉 We are excited to announce our BRAZOS BEND EXPO is coming back on May 6!! Join us for this special event that brings the whole community together at Brazos Bend State Park, and celebrate 100 Years of State Parks!
May
20
9:00a
End Date
Blanco State Park Celebration
Blanco State Park
🎉 Join us for an array of interactive activities and information stations set up throughout the park.
September 2023
Sep
30
8:00a
End Date
Birding Hike
Brazos Bend State Park
Brazos Bend State Park is home to over 300 species of birds; it's the perfect place to bird-watch all year round!
October 2023
Oct
1
8:00a
End Date
Birding Hike
Brazos Bend State Park
Brazos Bend State Park is home to over 300 species of birds; it's the perfect place to bird-watch all year round!