Fishing
May 2026
May
31
9:00a
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Fishing with a Ranger
Huntsville State Park
Join us for fishing on Lake Raven with a Park Ranger to guide you.
May
31
9:00a
End Date
June 2026
Jun
4
6:00p
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Basics of Fly Fishing - Belton
Belton, TX - The Landing at Creekside
Learn to Fly Fish at this fun, free clinic.
Jun
5
9:00a
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Jun
5
10:00a
End Date
Backyard Bass
Guadalupe River State Park
Learn how to cast a fishing pole, identify common fish species of Texas, and understand fishing regulations.
Jun
6
End Date
Annual Mark Howell Memorial Fishing Rodeo
Lake Arrowhead State Park
It's time for our annual kid fish and adult rough fish contest!
Jun
6
8:00a
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Youth Fishing Clinic on Free Fishing Day
Kyle, TX - Lake Kyle
Come celebrate Free Fishing Day with the City of Kyle at this Youth Fishing Clinic and Hooked on Fishing Derby at Lake Kyle Park.
Jun
6
8:00a
End Date
Free Fishing Day at Ascarate Lake
El Paso, TX - Ascarate Lake Pavillion
Come out and learn to fish at this fun event for all ages!
Jun
6
8:00a
End Date
Hutto Catfish Derby
Hutto, TX - Adam Orgain Park
Come celebrate Free Fishing Day with Hutto Parks & Recreation and Angler Ed Volunteers at the 2026 Catfish Derby
Jun
6
9:00a
End Date
Fish Tag Friend-zy
Texas Freshwater Fisheries Center
Celebrate the kick off National Fishing and Boating week with us at TFFC! Grab a friend and fish free all day.
Jun
6
9:00a
End Date
Carleton's Catfish Catch-A-Thon
Ray Roberts Lake State Park - Johnson Branch Unit
Join rangers for our annual kids Catfish Catch-A-Thon.
Jun
6
9:00a
End Date
Fishing with a Ranger
Lyndon B. Johnson State Park & Historic Site
Join a ranger for a leisurely morning of fishing on the Pedernales River!
Jun
6
9:00a
End Date
Jun
6
11:00a
End Date
Free Fishing Day & Kerrville-Schriener Park Community Day
Kerrville, TX - Kerrville-Schriener Park
Bring the whole family out for a fun, free day of fishing!
Jun
7
9:00a
End Date
Fishing with a Ranger
Huntsville State Park
Join us for fishing on Lake Raven with a Park Ranger to guide you.
Jun
7
10:30a
End Date
Backyard Bass
Sheldon Lake State Park & Environmental Learning Center
Come and enjoy this land lover's spin on fishing!
Jun
7
11:00a
End Date
Angler Education Instructor Training Workshop - Buda
Buda, TX - YMCA Camp Moody
Become a Texas Parks and Wildlife Certified Angler Education Instructor
Jun
9
9:00a
End Date
Fishing 101
Texas Freshwater Fisheries Center
Join us to learn the basics of fishing in this 3 hour workshop. Participants will have the opportunity to practice casting at the fishing ponds at TFFC. All fishing gear will be provided. A fishing license is NOT required.
Jun
10
9:00a
End Date
Library Day at TFFC
Texas Freshwater Fisheries Center
TFFC is collaborating with Henderson County Public Library to bring you a day for all things books and fish. Bring your library card and get in free!
Jun
10
10:00a
End Date
Jun
12
2:00p
End Date
Fishin' Friday
Caddo Lake State Park
No fishing rod? No problem! Borrow one from us and fish in Saw Mill Pond.
Jun
12
5:00p
End Date
Sunset Fishing with a Ranger
Huntsville State Park
Watch the sunset and the day wind down while fishing on the lake.
Jun
13
9:00a
End Date
Cane Pole Fishing
Sheldon Lake State Park & Environmental Learning Center
Ready for some fin-tastic fishing?
Jun
13
9:00a
End Date
Kid Fish Tournament
South Llano River State Park
Do you have what it takes to catch the biggest Channel Catfish at South Llano River State Park? Come out and compete in our annual Kid Fish tournament!
Jun
13
9:00a
End Date
Setting the Hook Youth Fishing Clinic at Greenline Park
San Antonio, TX - The Greenline Park
Come out and catch some fun, at this free family fishing event!
Jun
13
9:00a
End Date
Fishing Saturdays - Lubbock
Lubbock, TX - Mae Simmons Community Center
Bring the family out for a fun morning of fishing!
Jun
13
9:30a
End Date
Guadalupe River State Park | One Night Event | Texas Outdoor Family | Austin Area (Spots Filling Fast)
Guadalupe River State Park
Join us for a fun-filled weekend and discover the joys of camping in your Texas State Parks.
Jun
13
10:00a
End Date
Jun
13
8:00p
End Date
Jun
14
9:00a
End Date
Fishing with a Ranger
Huntsville State Park
Join us for fishing on Lake Raven with a Park Ranger to guide you.
Jun
17
6:00p
End Date
Angler Education Instructor Workshop - Two Part Online
Online
Become a Texas Parks and Wildlife Certified Angler Education Instructor
Jun
18
10:00a
End Date
Jun
18
6:00p
End Date
Angler Education Instructor Workshop - Two Part Online
Online
Become a Texas Parks and Wildlife Certified Angler Education Instructor
Jun
19
9:00a
End Date
Fishing Lake Texoma
Eisenhower State Park
Discover the fun of fishing at the Striper Capital of the World!
Jun
19
9:00a
End Date
June Fishing 101
Lake Corpus Christi State Park
Relax on the pier with your fishing pole or borrow one of ours. Beginner fishing lessons and free poles for kids 5-12 are available.
Jun
19
2:00p
End Date
Fishin' Friday
Caddo Lake State Park
No fishing rod? No problem! Borrow one from us and fish in Saw Mill Pond.
Jun
20
9:00a
End Date
Fishing Saturdays - Lubbock
Lubbock, TX - Mae Simmons Community Center
Bring the family out for a fun morning of fishing!
Jun
20
9:00a
End Date
Reel Good Dads
Ray Roberts Lake State Park - Johnson Branch Unit
Gone fishing with the absolute best!
Jun
20
9:00a
End Date
Jun
20
9:00a
End Date
Fish with a Ranger
Dinosaur Valley State Park
Join a ranger to learn the basics of fishing. Learn how to tie on a hook, cast a line, and hear about common fish found in the Paluxy River.
Want to continue to fish after the program? Stop by our headquarters building and check out our Tackle Loaner Program. You may fish at any Texas State Park without a fishing license. State bag and length limits still apply.
Jun
20
10:00a
End Date
Angler Education Instructor Training Workshop - Houston
Houston, TX - Dairy Ashford TPWD site
Become a TPWD Certified Angler Education Instructor
Jun
20
10:00a
End Date
Fishing with a Ranger
Lake Casa Blanca International State Park
Have you ever wanted to learn how to fish but don't know how to get started?
Jun
20
2:00p
End Date
Fishing with a Ranger
Garner State Park
Join park rangers in learning how to fish and the secret to Garner's best fishing spots.
Jun
20
2:00p
End Date
Fishing with a Ranger
Bonham State Park
Come and test your fishing skills with one of our Park Rangers!
Jun
21
9:00a
End Date
Fishing with a Ranger
Huntsville State Park
Join us for fishing on Lake Raven with a Park Ranger to guide you.
Jun
21
10:00a
End Date
Jun
21
2:00p
End Date
Jun
24
4:30p
End Date
Evening Fishin' at TFFC
Texas Freshwater Fisheries Center
Join us for an evening of fishing at the Texas Freshwater Fisheries Center, with extended visitor hours until 7:30 pm.
Jun
25
9:00a
End Date
Angler Education Instructor Training - LaMarque
LaMarque, TX - Carbide Park
Become a TPWD Certified Angler Education Instructor
Jun
26
2:00p
End Date
Fishin' Friday
Caddo Lake State Park
No fishing rod? No problem! Borrow one from us and fish in Saw Mill Pond.
Jun
27
8:45a
End Date
Jun
27
9:00a
End Date
Fishing Saturdays - Lubbock
Lubbock, TX - Mae Simmons Community Center
Bring the family out for a fun morning of fishing!
Jun
27
9:00a
End Date
Jun
27
9:30a
End Date
Hooks and Rods
Atlanta State Park
No fishing rod? No problem! Borrow one from us and fish in Lake Wright Patman!
Jun
27
9:30a
End Date
Lake Livingston State Park | One Night Event | Texas Outdoor Family | Houston Area (Spots Filling Fast)
Lake Livingston State Park
Join us for a fun-filled weekend and discover the joys of camping in your Texas State Parks.
Jun
27
10:00a
End Date
Jun
27
8:00p
End Date
Jun
28
9:00a
End Date
Fishing with a Ranger
Huntsville State Park
Join us for fishing on Lake Raven with a Park Ranger to guide you.
July 2026
Jul
4
9:00a
End Date
Fishing for America 250
Purtis Creek State Park
Come celebrate U.S.A.'s 250th Anniversary by casting a line with us!
Jul
4
9:00a
End Date
Red White and Bluegill Family Fishing Event
Huntsville State Park
Celebrate Independence Day participating in one of this country’s oldest outdoor activities.
Jul
5
9:00a
End Date
Fishing with a Ranger
Huntsville State Park
Join us for fishing on Lake Raven with a Park Ranger to guide you.
Jul
11
7:00a
End Date
Hooked on Fun Kids' Fishing Adventure
San Antonio, TX - Woodlawn Casting Pond and Park
Jul
11
9:00a
End Date
Fishing Saturdays - Lubbock
Lubbock, TX - Mae Simmons Community Center
Bring the family out for a fun morning of fishing!
Jul
12
9:00a
End Date
Fishing with a Ranger
Huntsville State Park
Join us for fishing on Lake Raven with a Park Ranger to guide you.
Jul
17
5:00p
End Date
Sunset Fishing with a Ranger
Huntsville State Park
Watch the sunset and the day wind down while fishing on the lake.
Jul
18
7:00a
End Date
Setting the Hook Youth Fishing Clinic at Greenline Park
San Antonio, TX - The Greenline Park
Come out and catch some fun, at this free family fishing event!
Jul
18
9:00a
End Date
Fishing Saturdays - Lubbock
Lubbock, TX - Mae Simmons Community Center
Bring the family out for a fun morning of fishing!
Jul
18
11:00a
End Date
Sea Center Shark Celebration
Sea Center Texas
See and touch real shark specimens; chat with shark experts; participate in a Shark Scavenger Hunt (prizes for the first 100 winners); search for shark teeth in the sand pit; get your face painted; create a shark-themed craft; purchase snacks from vendors; and more!
Jul
19
9:00a
End Date
Fishing with a Ranger
Huntsville State Park
Join us for fishing on Lake Raven with a Park Ranger to guide you.
Jul
25
9:00a
End Date
Fishing Saturdays - Lubbock
Lubbock, TX - Mae Simmons Community Center
Bring the family out for a fun morning of fishing!
Jul
25
10:00a
End Date
Angler Education Instructor Training Workshop - Bass Pro Shops, Pearland
Pearland, TX - Bass Pro Shops
Become a Certified Anger Education Volunteer Instructor
Jul
26
9:00a
End Date
Fishing with a Ranger
Huntsville State Park
Join us for fishing on Lake Raven with a Park Ranger to guide you.
August 2026
Aug
2
9:00a
End Date
Fishing with a Ranger
Huntsville State Park
Join us for fishing on Lake Raven with a Park Ranger to guide you.
Aug
9
9:00a
End Date
Fishing with a Ranger
Huntsville State Park
Join us for fishing on Lake Raven with a Park Ranger to guide you.
Aug
14
5:00p
End Date
Sunset Fishing with a Ranger
Huntsville State Park
Watch the sunset and the day wind down while fishing on the lake.
Aug
15
9:00a
End Date
Angler Education Instructor Training Workshop - San Antonio
San Antonio, TX - Bass Pro Shop
Become a TPWD certified Angler Education Instructor
Aug
16
9:00a
End Date
Fishing with a Ranger
Huntsville State Park
Join us for fishing on Lake Raven with a Park Ranger to guide you.
Aug
23
9:00a
End Date
Fishing with a Ranger
Huntsville State Park
Join us for fishing on Lake Raven with a Park Ranger to guide you.
Aug
30
9:00a
End Date
Fishing with a Ranger
Huntsville State Park
Join us for fishing on Lake Raven with a Park Ranger to guide you.
September 2026
Sep
26
End Date
National Hunting and Fishing Day
Guadalupe River State Park
Come celebrate the fishing park of Hunting and Fishing Day with us!
October 2026
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.
February 2027
Feb
13
9:00a
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February 2028
Feb
12
9:00a
End Date
February 2029
Feb
10
9:00a
End Date
February 2030
Feb
9
9:00a
End Date
February 2031
Feb
8
9:00a
End Date
February 2032
Feb
14
9:00a
End Date
February 2033
Feb
12
9:00a
End Date