Calendar of Events

Fishing

May 2023

May 28
8:00a
End Date

Rockport Youth Fishing Tournament

Rockport, TX - Rockport-Fulton Pier
Bring the kids out to test their fishing skills at the Rockport Fishing Tournament
May 29
9:00a
End Date

Surf Fishing

Galveston Island State Park
Beachside fishing? Yes please!
May 29
9:00a
End Date

Fishing with a Ranger

Lake Arrowhead State Park
Fish ID and fishing basics!
May 31
6:00p
End Date

Evening Angling

Cedar Hill State Park
Come learn how to fish at Cedar Hill State Park!

June 2023

Jun 1
9:00a
End Date

Basic Fishing

Galveston Island State Park
Need the basics for fishing? We've got them!
Jun 3 End Date

Fishing 101!

Lake Livingston State Park
🎉 Join park rangers for a day full of programs designed to teach you all of the skills you need to start fishing!
Jun 3
9:00a
End Date

Shore Fishing Clinic

Sea Rim State Park
Learn tips and tricks for fishing from the beach!
Jun 3
9:00a
End Date

Bait and Bay Fishing

Galveston Island State Park
Learn some tips and tricks for fishing in Galveston Bay.
Jun 3
9:00a
End Date

Kids Fish Derby

Ray Roberts Lake State Park - Johnson Branch Unit
Join Rangers at the Kid Fishpond for a day of fishing.
Jun 3
9:00a
End Date

Annual Mark Howell Memorial Adult Rough Fish Contest

Lake Arrowhead State Park
Let's fish!
Jun 3
9:00a
End Date

Free Fishing Day - Cypress, TX

Cypress, TX - JPL Environmental Educational Center
Come out to John Paul Landing Educational Center for a day of Free fishing and fun!
Jun 3
9:00a
End Date

Lockhart State Park Showcase

Lockhart State Park
🎉 Come see all Lockhart State Park has to offer and more for FREE at the Lockhart State Park Showcase!
Jun 3
9:00a
End Date

Youth Fishing Day - Sea Center Texas

Sea Center Texas
Join Sea Center Texas for a morning of catch-and-release fishing. No registration required. Bring your own bait & equipment.
Jun 3
9:00a
End Date

Fish Tag Friendzy and Texas Fish Art Contest Celebration

Texas Freshwater Fisheries Center
Celebrate Free Fishing Day with us! We will be having a dual event to kick off National Fishing and Boating Week.
Jun 3
10:00a
End Date

Backyard Bass - Learn to Cast

Eisenhower State Park
Learn how to rig, bait, and cast a fishing rod. This activity is perfect for beginners who have never been fishing before! Rods, reels, and tackle will be provided!
Jun 3
10:00a
End Date

Annual LBJ Fishing Day

Lyndon B. Johnson State Park & Historic Site
Celebrate Free Fishing Day with us by fishing on the Pedernales River.
Jun 3
10:00a
End Date

Angler Expo

Bonham State Park
Grab the whole family and enjoy fishing and aquatic activities on Bonham State Park Lake.
Jun 3
10:00a
End Date

Lake Arrowhead Kid Fish

Lake Arrowhead State Park
🎉 Let's fish!
Jun 3
10:00a
End Date

Angler Education Instructor Training Workshop

Pearland, TX - Bass Pro Shops
Become a TPWD Certified Volunteer Angler Education Instructor
Jun 3
11:00a
End Date

Backyard Bass

Sheldon Lake State Park & Environmental Learning Center
Come help us celebrate Free Fishing Day!
Jun 3
1:30p
End Date

Kid Fish

Martin Creek Lake State Park
Come fish with a ranger!
Jun 3
3:00p
End Date

Hook - it - 2 - Cook - it!

Hidalgo, TX - Hidalgo Punp House
Come learn to fish on Free Fishing Day!
Jun 4
10:00a
End Date

Fishing with a Ranger

Lockhart State Park
Come fish with us! All ages and abilities welcome. Drop in any time between 10-11am.
Jun 5
6:30p
End Date

Virtual Family Fish Camps

Virtual
Virtual fun for the whole family! Learn the tools, tips, and tricks your will need to plan a family fishing trip!
Jun 6
6:00a
End Date

Join us Tuesday at the Park!

Fort Parker State Park
Free entry on the first Tuesday of the month (excluding holidays)!
Jun 7
8:30a
End Date

Angler Education Instructor Training Workshop - Brock

Brock, TX - Brock Jr. High Archery Center
Become a TPWD Certified Angler Education Instructor
Jun 10
9:00a
End Date

Bait and Bay Fishing

Galveston Island State Park
Learn some tips and tricks for fishing in Galveston Bay.
Jun 10
9:00a
End Date

Kid Fish Tournament

South Llano River State Park
Come on out and let’s go fishing!
Jun 11
9:00a
End Date

Fish with a Ranger

Choke Canyon State Park - Calliham Unit
Choke Canyon offers some of the best fishing in Texas! Come join us for a relaxing morning at the lake. Equipment provided! Ages 7+
Jun 11
9:00a
End Date

Angler Education Instructor Training Workshop - New Braunfels

New Braunfels, TX - Texas Wildlife Association Headquarters
Become a TPWD Certified Angler Education Instructor.
Jun 12
9:00a
End Date

Surf Fishing

Galveston Island State Park
Beachside fishing? Yes please!
Jun 15
8:00a
End Date

Angler Education Instructor Training Workshop

Dodd City, TX - Bois D'Arc Lake Operations Center
Become a TPWD Certified Angler Education Instructor
Jun 15
9:00a
End Date

Basic Fishing

Galveston Island State Park
Need the basics for fishing? We've got them!
Jun 17
9:00a
End Date

Bait and Bay Fishing

Galveston Island State Park
Learn some tips and tricks for fishing in Galveston Bay.
Jun 17
9:00a
End Date

Angler Education Instructor Training Workshop - New Braunfels

New Braunfels, TX - Texas Wildlife Association Headquarters
Become a TPWD Certified Angler Education Instructor.
Jun 17
1:30p
End Date

Fishing with Dad/Rangers

Martin Creek Lake State Park
Come fish with us!
Jun 18
9:00a
End Date

Fish with a Ranger

Choke Canyon State Park - Calliham Unit
Choke Canyon offers some of the best fishing in Texas! Come join us for a relaxing morning at the lake. Equipment provided! Ages 7+
Jun 19
9:00a
End Date

Surf Fishing

Galveston Island State Park
Beachside fishing? Yes please!
Jun 22
9:00a
End Date

Basic Fishing

Galveston Island State Park
Need the basics for fishing? We've got them!
Jun 24
9:00a
End Date

Bait and Bay Fishing

Galveston Island State Park
Learn some tips and tricks for fishing in Galveston Bay.
Jun 24
1:00p
End Date

Fishing for Beginners

Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley State Park
Get certified! Become a bona fide angler with Bentsen State Park. Open to all ages.
Jun 24
2:00p
End Date

Fishing with a Ranger

Cooper Lake State Park - South Sulphur Unit
Need some new fishing stories? Join a ranger learning the basics of fishing. All ages and stages welcome.
Jun 25
9:00a
End Date

Fish with a Ranger

Choke Canyon State Park - Calliham Unit
Choke Canyon offers some of the best fishing in Texas! Come join us for a relaxing morning at the lake. Equipment provided! Ages 7+
Jun 25
10:00a
End Date

Intro to Fly Fishing

Lockhart State Park
Learn the basics of fly fishing in this fun class!
Jun 26
9:00a
End Date

Surf Fishing

Galveston Island State Park
Beachside fishing? Yes please!
Jun 27
6:30p
End Date

Angler Education Instructor Workshop: Online, Two - part

Online - Zoom
Become a TPWD Certified Angler Education Instructor
Jun 29
9:00a
End Date

Basic Fishing

Galveston Island State Park
Need the basics for fishing? We've got them!
Jun 29
6:30p
End Date

Angler Education Instructor Workshop: Online, Two - part

Online - Zoom
Become a TPWD Certified Angler Education Instructor

July 2023

Jul 1
9:00a
End Date

Shore Fishing Clinic

Sea Rim State Park
Learn tips and tricks for fishing from the beach!
Jul 1
9:00a
End Date

Family & Friends Fishing Event

San Antonio, TX - Acequia Park
Come out to Acequia Park to learn the basics of fishing at this fun, free family event!
Jul 1
10:00a
End Date

Backyard Bass - Learn to Cast

Eisenhower State Park
Learn how to rig, bait, and cast a fishing rod. This activity is perfect for beginners who have never been fishing before! Rods, reels, and tackle will be provided!
Jul 1
10:00a
End Date

Summer Discovery Series: Fishing Frenzy

Martin Dies, Jr. State Park
Holiday weekend here we come! Join us to fish the day away.
Jul 2
5:00p
End Date

Fireworks at the Fisheries

Texas Freshwater Fisheries Center
Family fun Independence Day celebration with fishing, food, lots of fun, and fireworks!
Jul 8
9:00a
End Date

Angler Education Instructor Training Workshop

Richmond, TX - Long Acres Ranch
Become a TPWD Certified Angler Education Instructor
Jul 8
9:00a
End Date

Basic Fishing Clinic - Fort Parker State Park

Fort Parker State Park
Come learn the basics of fishing at Fort Parker State Park.
Jul 12
8:00a
End Date

Angler Education Instructor Training Workshop - Brock

Brock, TX - Brock Jr. High Archery Center
Become a TPWD Certified Angler Education Instructor
Jul 15
9:00a
End Date

Canceled: Boater Education Classroom Course

Sea Center Texas
Canceled: Get your Boaters Education Certification in a fun, educational, and informative class at Sea Center Texas.
Jul 15
11:00a
End Date

Sea Center Shark Celebration

Sea Center Texas
Join Sea Center Texas for an afternoon of shark exploration!
Jul 19
10:00a
End Date

Angler Education Instructor Training Workshop

Lake Somerville State Park - Birch Creek Unit
Become a TPWD Certified Angler Education Instructor
Jul 22
9:00a
End Date

Kids Fish

Sea Rim State Park
🎉 Bring the kids to the beach for a day of fishing and fun!
Jul 26
9:00a
End Date

Angler Education Instructor Training Workshop

Richmond, TX - Long Acres Ranch
Become a TPWD Certified Angler Education Instructor

August 2023

Aug 1
6:00a
End Date

Join us Tuesday at the Park!

Fort Parker State Park
Free entry on the first Tuesday of the month (excluding holidays)!
Aug 5
9:00a
End Date

Angler Education Instructor Training - Sea Center Texas

Sea Center Texas
Become a TPWD Certified Angler Education Instructor
Aug 5
9:00a
End Date

Angler Education Instructor Training Workshop - San Antonio

San Antonio, TX - Mayfield Park Baptist Church
Become a TPWD Certified Angler Education Instructor

September 2023

Sep 6
9:00a
End Date

Angler Education Instructor Training Workshop - Bonham

Bonham State Park
Become a TPWD Certified Angler Education Instructor
Sep 9
8:00a
End Date

Family Fishing Festival

Ray Roberts Lake State Park - Johnson Branch Unit
🎉 Come celebrate 100 Years of Texas State Parks at Ray Roberts Lake State Park’s Family Fishing Festival, presented by the Pilot Point Chamber of Commerce!
Sep 30
9:00a
End Date

Park Fun Day

Help us celebrate 100 years of State Park recreation at Choke Canyon State Park! We have fishing, archery, kayaking and basketball for all ages. Don't worry - we provide all equipment. Later, participants can test their new skills in a competition to bring home a trophy! Don't forget, kids 12 and under are FREE.

October 2023

Oct 7
10:00a
End Date

Backyard Bass - Learn to Cast

Eisenhower State Park
Learn how to rig, bait, and cast a fishing rod. This activity is perfect for beginners who have never been fishing before! Rods, reels, and tackle will be provided!

November 2023

Nov 4
10:00a
End Date

Backyard Bass - Learn to Cast

Eisenhower State Park
Learn how to rig, bait, and cast a fishing rod. This activity is perfect for beginners who have never been fishing before! Rods, reels, and tackle will be provided!
Nov 4
10:00a
End Date

Outdoor Adventure Expo!

Lake Casa Blanca International State Park
🎉 Join us for a fun-filled day of adventure and experience Lake Casa Blanca like you have never before!
Nov 21 End Date

Pioneer Day

Martin Dies, Jr. State Park
🎉Take a journey back in time and experience the life of pioneers.

December 2023

Dec 2
10:00a
End Date

Backyard Bass - Learn to Cast

Eisenhower State Park
Learn how to rig, bait, and cast a fishing rod. This activity is perfect for beginners who have never been fishing before! Rods, reels, and tackle will be provided!
Dec 2
10:00a
End Date

🎉Buescher Lake Bash

Buescher State Park
Celebrate 100 Years of Texas State Parks with us at the Buescher Lake Bash!