Calendar of Events

Fishing

March 2023

Mar 25
9:00a
End Date

Bait and Bay Fishing

Galveston Island State Park
Learn some tips and tricks for fishing in Galveston Bay.
Mar 25
10:00a
End Date

Fishing 101

Inks Lake State Park
Join a park ranger or volunteer to learn how to cast a line!
Mar 25
10:00a
End Date

Sea Center Texas Nature Day

Sea Center Texas
Come celebrate nature with Sea Center Texas! This is a free event to attend. Participate in Catch-&-Release fishing, pet live reptiles, watch the Birds of Prey show, and more!
Mar 25
12:00p
End Date

Mother & Son Fishing Adventure Day - The Colony

The Colony, TX - Lions Club Park
Come out to the Lions Club Park for a day of free fishing and fun!
Mar 26
9:00a
End Date

Fishing with a Ranger

Pedernales Falls State Park
Good ole fishing down at the river.
Mar 27
5:30p
End Date

Angler Education Instructor Workshop: Online, Two - part

Become a Certified Angler Education Volunteer Instructor
Mar 31 End Date

Beachside Grand Reopening

Galveston Island State Park
🎉 A weekend filled with festivities celebrating the renovated beachside of Galveston Island State Park.

April 2023

Apr 1
9:00a
End Date

Learn to Fish - Farmers Branch

Farmers Branch, TX - Gussie Field at Watterworth Park
Come learn the basics of fishing at this fun, FREE clinic!
Apr 1
9:00a
End Date

Festival of the Fish

Cooper Lake State Park - Doctors Creek Unit
🎉 Here fishy, fishy, fish! We will have several come and go programs during this celebration of fish.
Apr 1
9:00a
End Date

Get Hooked on the Outdoors

Lake Somerville State Park - Birch Creek Unit
🎉 A new spring fishing event which incorporates multiple styles of fishing. Come learn to fly fish with our partners at Good Fly, experience creek fishing from a kayak, or take a child fishing for the first time in our stocked family fishing pond. All ages and experience levels welcome.
Apr 1
9:30a
End Date

Huntsville State Park | One Night Event | Texas Outdoor Family | Houston Area (Registration Open)

Huntsville State Park
Join us for a fun-filled weekend and discover the joys of camping in your Texas State Parks.
Apr 1
10:00a
End Date

Fishing 101

Inks Lake State Park
Join a park ranger or volunteer to learn how to cast a line!
Apr 1
10:00a
End Date

Fishing 101 for All Ages

Blanco State Park
Learn all the basics of angling (fishing), practice casting with the backyard bass game, and fish in the Blanco River. A fishing license is not required. Instructions and all equipment are provided.
Apr 1
10:00a
End Date

Fishing Fools Day

Texas Freshwater Fisheries Center
Celebrate all things fishing and kick off the event with our one-mile family fun run!
Apr 1
1:00p
End Date

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!
Apr 3
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!
Apr 4
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)
Apr 8
10:00a
End Date

Fishing 101

Inks Lake State Park
Join a park ranger or volunteer to learn how to cast a line!
Apr 8
10:00a
End Date

Fishing 101 for All Ages

Blanco State Park
Learn all the basics of angling (fishing), practice casting with the backyard bass game, and fish in the Blanco River. A fishing license is not required. Instructions and all equipment are provided.
Apr 8
10:00a
End Date

Angler Education Instructor Training Workshop

Pearland, TX - Bass Pro Shops
Become a TPWD Certified Angler Education Instructor
Apr 14
8:00p
End Date

Caddo Homecoming!

Caddo Lake State Park
🎉 Celebrate 100 years of Texas State Parks and 30 years of good conservation with the Caddo Lake Institute. Walk into yesteryear at Caddo Lake State Park and try your hand at canoeing, fishing, games, art, and a sock hop! Decorate your campsite with a retro theme, visit an outreach table or local presentation, and grab a bite to eat!
Apr 15 End Date

Deaf Day and Picnic

Texas Freshwater Fisheries Center
Join us for Deaf Day and Picnic at Texas Freshwater Fisheries Center!
Apr 15
9:00a
End Date

Mustang Island State Park – Explore the Shore Event

Mustang Island State Park
🎉 Help Texas State Parks celebrate 100 years of providing outdoor camping, fishing, and hunting!
Apr 15
9:00a
End Date

Bait and Boats

Martin Creek Lake State Park
🎉 Join us for an introduction to water-based recreation.
Apr 15
10:00a
End Date

Fishing 101

Inks Lake State Park
Join a park ranger or volunteer to learn how to cast a line!
Apr 15
10:00a
End Date

Fishing 101 for All Ages

Blanco State Park
Learn all the basics of angling (fishing), practice casting with the backyard bass game, and fish in the Blanco River. A fishing license is not required. Instructions and all equipment are provided.
Apr 16
2:00p
End Date

Intro to Fly Fishing

Lockhart State Park
Learn the basics of fly fishing in this fun class!
Apr 17
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!
Apr 22
10:00a
End Date

Fishing 101

Inks Lake State Park
Join a park ranger or volunteer to learn how to cast a line!
Apr 23
2:00p
End Date

Fishing with a Ranger

Lockhart State Park
Come fish with us! All ages and abilities welcome. Drop in any time between 2-3pm.
Apr 29
7:00a
End Date

North Texas Women Fishing Retreat

Ray Roberts Lake State Park - Isle Du Bois Unit
Come out for fishing and fellowship at this women's only Fishing Retreat & Workshop Weekend.
Apr 29
10:00a
End Date

Fishing 101

Inks Lake State Park
Join a park ranger or volunteer to learn how to cast a line!
Apr 29
10:00a
End Date

Fishing with the Ranger

Fort Boggy State Park
Come out for a leisurely afternoon of fishing with Ranger Anthony.
Apr 29
10:00a
End Date

Goose Island Extravaganza!

Goose Island State Park
🎉 Join us in the celebration of 100 years in Texas State Parks! Activities include fishing, archery, kayaking, a star party, demonstrations, food, and much, much more!

May 2023

May 2
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)
May 6
8:00a
End Date

Learn To Fish

Leander, TX - Southwest Williamson County Regional Park
Come out to Southwest Williamson County Regional Park to learn fishing tips and tricks at this fun, FREE, family event!
May 6
9:00a
End Date

Shore Fishing Clinic

Sea Rim State Park
Learn tips and tricks for fishing from the beach!
May 6
9:00a
End Date

100-Year Fun For All Celebration

Inks Lake State Park
🎉 Join us for a fun filled and all-inclusive day with a variety of programs modified for accessibility needs.
May 6
10:00a
End Date

Fishing 101

Inks Lake State Park
Join a park ranger or volunteer to learn how to cast a line!
May 6
10:00a
End Date

Experience Caprock!

Caprock Canyons State Park & Trailway
🎉 Join us to learn all about Caprock! From beginner hiker tours to fishing clinics and more, you're sure to learn about and enjoy a variety of recreational opportunities and educational experiences that make Caprock Canyons State Park unique!
May 8
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!
May 12
6:30p
End Date

Cleburne State Park | Two Night Event | Texas Outdoor Family | Dallas Area (Registration Open)

Cleburne State Park
Join us for a fun-filled weekend and discover the joys of camping in your Texas State Parks.
May 13
9:00a
End Date

Lake Brownwood Bash

Lake Brownwood State Park
🎉 Join us for a day of fun, learning and celebration!
May 13
10:00a
End Date

Fishing 101

Inks Lake State Park
Join a park ranger or volunteer to learn how to cast a line!
May 13
10:00a
End Date

Family Adventure Fest

Falcon State Park
🎉 Join us for a one-day event full of wild activities for everyone to enjoy here at the park. This year's event will offer outdoor activities for all ages focusing on different skills such as archery, kayaking, fishing, outdoor cooking, camping, hiking and much more!
May 13
10:00a
End Date

New Experiences, New Memories, A New You

Daingerfield State Park
🎉 Come celebrate the Texas State Parks 100-year anniversary at Daingerfield State Park! New to the outdoors or experienced this event is for you! We will be showcasing the various activities to experience the world outdoors at each person's comfort level.
May 20
9:00a
End Date

Lure'ing You in to Eisenhower State Park

Eisenhower State Park
🎉 Take a deep dive into fishing at our Everything Fish Expo!
May 20
10:00a
End Date

Fishing 101

Inks Lake State Park
Join a park ranger or volunteer to learn how to cast a line!
May 20
10:00a
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.
May 20
10:00a
End Date

Angler Education Instructor Training Workshop

Houston, TX - Challenger 7 County Park
Become a TPWD Angler Education Instructor
May 22
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!
May 27
8:30a
End Date

Rowing into a Century

Possum Kingdom State Park
🎉 Join us in celebrating 100 years of Texas State Parks!
May 27
9:00a
End Date

Fly Fishing 101 at Sea Center Texas

Sea Center Texas
Learn the basics of Fly Fishing at this fun FREE clinic!
May 27
10:00a
End Date

Fishing 101

Inks Lake State Park
Join a park ranger or volunteer to learn how to cast a line!

June 2023

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

Annual Mark Howell Memorial Adult Rough Fish Contest

Lake Arrowhead State Park
Let's fish!
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
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

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
1:30p
End Date

Kid Fish

Martin Creek Lake State Park
Come fish with a ranger!
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 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 17
9:00a
End Date

Fly Fishing 101 at Sea Center Texas

Sea Center Texas
Learn the basics of Fly Fishing at this fun FREE clinic!
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!

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 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 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 22
9:00a
End Date

Kids Fish

Sea Rim State Park
🎉 Bring the kids to the beach for a day of fishing and fun!

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 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!