Cooking
June 2026
Jun
20
10:00a
End Date
Cookin' with Cast Iron: Dutch Oven Basics
Martin Creek Lake State Park
Discover historic cooking with a little modern flare!
Jun
20
2:00p
End Date
Tree of Life: Mesquite
Palo Pinto Mountains State Park
Widely considered a nuisance today, Mesquite used to be essential in the homes of Native Tribe members. Come find out about the range of traditional uses for this abundant plant!
Jun
20
3:00p
End Date
Dad's Dutch Oven Dessert
Eisenhower State Park
Join us for a campfire dessert to celebrate all the dads while learning a new skill!
July 2026
Jul
3
11:00a
End Date
America 250 Dutch Oven Cooking Demonstration
Mustang Island State Park
Come celebrate America's 250th birthday and join us for a Dutch Oven cooking demonstration!
Jul
4
9:00a
End Date
Dutch Oven Cooking & Tasting
Daingerfield State Park
Join the Little Pine Friends of Daingerfield State Park to learn how to cook in a Dutch oven and sample some of their delicious dishes!
Jul
4
11:00a
End Date
Dutch Oven Cooking
Ray Roberts Lake State Park - Johnson Branch Unit
Celebrate America250 while we cook some classic American pies!
Jul
4
4:30p
End Date
Jul
5
9:00a
End Date
America's Potluck! Dutch Oven 101
Cooper State Park - South Sulphur Unit
America's Potluck is an opportunity for neighbors to join one another to share a communal meal, creating a sense of connection and belonging and fostering interactions among people from all walks of life. You're invited, as we celebrate America 250.
Jul
5
1:30p
End Date
America's Potluck! Dutch Oven 101
Cooper State Park - Doctors Creek Unit
America's Potluck is an opportunity for neighbors to join one another to share a communal meal, creating a sense of connection and belonging and fostering interactions among people from all walks of life. You're invited, as we celebrate America 250.
August 2026
Aug
1
9:00a
End Date
Dutch Oven Cooking & Tasting
Daingerfield State Park
Join the Little Pine Friends of Daingerfield State Park to learn how to cook in a Dutch oven and sample some of their delicious dishes!
September 2026
Sep
5
9:00a
End Date
Dutch Oven Cooking & Tasting
Daingerfield State Park
Join the Little Pine Friends of Daingerfield State Park to learn how to cook in a Dutch oven and sample some of their delicious dishes!
October 2026
Oct
3
9:00a
End Date
Dutch Oven Cooking & Tasting
Daingerfield State Park
Join the Little Pine Friends of Daingerfield State Park to learn how to cook in a Dutch oven and sample some of their delicious dishes!
Oct
24
10:00a
End Date
Lake Somerville Fall Festival🍂
Lake Somerville State Park - Nails Creek Unit
Join us for horseback riding, Dutch oven cooking, fishing activities, archery education, water safety, and family-friendly fun.
November 2026
Nov
7
9:00a
End Date
Dutch Oven Cooking & Tasting
Daingerfield State Park
Join the Little Pine Friends of Daingerfield State Park to learn how to cook in a Dutch oven and sample some of their delicious dishes!
Nov
7
10:00a
End Date
🍲 Dutch Oven Cooking 🍲
Lake Somerville State Park - Nails Creek Unit
Learn Dutch oven cooking with Uncle Mike's Outdoor Kitchen! Hands-on tips, tasty food, and outdoor fun!
December 2026
Dec
5
9:00a
End Date
Dutch Oven Cooking & Tasting
Daingerfield State Park
Join the Little Pine Friends of Daingerfield State Park to learn how to cook in a Dutch oven and sample some of their delicious dishes!