Fishing
January 2026
Jan
10
9:00a
End Date
Learn to Fish with an Angler Specialist
Buescher State Park
Learn how to cast a line at Buescher Lake!
Jan
10
9:00a
End Date
Annual Kid's Trout Derby
Ray Roberts Lake State Park - Johnson Branch Unit
Cast a line and catch some trout with our Rangers!
Jan
10
9:30a
End Date
Angler Education Instructor Training Workshop - Grand Prairie
Grand Prairie, TX - North Texas Education Center
Become a TPWD Certified Angler Education Instructor
Jan
10
1:30p
End Date
Jan
10
2:00p
End Date
Jan
11
9:00a
End Date
Jan
11
11:00a
End Date
Backyard Bass
Sheldon Lake State Park & Environmental Learning Center
Come and enjoy a land lover's spin on fishing!
Jan
16
1:00p
End Date
Jan
17
9:00a
End Date
Learn to Fish with an Angler Specialist
Buescher State Park
Learn how to cast a line at Buescher Lake!
Jan
17
9:00a
End Date
Fishing 101
Goliad State Park & Historic Site
Join a Ranger and go fish! On the banks of the San Antonio River, you'll get all the assistance you need to wet a line and try your luck at reeling in a catch!
Jan
17
9:00a
End Date
Kids Fishing Derby
Fort Richardson State Park & Historic Site / Lost Creek Reservoir State Trailway
Grab the kids and head out to Quarry Lake, freshly stocked and ready for fishing fun!
Jan
17
10:00a
End Date
Angler Education Instructor Training Workshop - Bass Pro Shops, Pearland
Pearland, TX - Bass Pro Shops
Become a TPWD Certified Angler Education Instructor
Jan
17
10:00a
End Date
Jan
17
1:00p
End Date
Jan
17
1:30p
End Date
Jan
18
9:00a
End Date
Jan
24
8:30a
End Date
Jan
24
9:00a
End Date
Learn to Fish with an Angler Specialist
Buescher State Park
Learn how to cast a line at Buescher Lake!
Jan
24
9:00a
End Date
Kid Fish 2026
Lake Corpus Christi State Park
Join us for a family friendly free fishing experience with free fishing poles to take home!
Jan
24
9:00a
End Date
Annual Kid's Trout Fishing Day
Cooper State Park - South Sulphur Unit
What a wonderful day it is when you reel in a fighting trout!
Jan
24
9:00a
End Date
Angler Education Instructor Training Workshop - San Antonio
San Antonio, TX - Bass Pro Shop
Become a TPWD certified Angler Education Instructor
Jan
24
2:00p
End Date
Backyard Bass
Dinosaur Valley State Park
Learn the basics of fishing with this kid-friendly activity!
Jan
25
2:00p
End Date
Fishing 101
Dinosaur Valley State Park
Cast a line and try your hand at catching a fish! (Supplies limited; children must be attended at all times.)
Jan
31
9:00a
End Date
Fly Fishing Class
Texas Freshwater Fisheries Center
Join us for a beginners fly fishing class - no experience required. Master fly-fisher Bob Cappallo will focus on equipment, equipment selection, basic knot tying, casting and casting fundamentals. Registration required.
Jan
31
10:00a
End Date
36th Annual Kid's Fishing Day
Lake Bob Sandlin State Park
Join us for the 36th Annual Kid's Fishing Day!
Jan
31
10:00a
End Date
Jan
31
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.
Jan
31
1:30p
End Date
February 2026
Feb
7
8:00a
End Date
Trout Derby - McKinney, TX
Grab your fishing gear and get ready to catch some trout!
Feb
7
8:00a
End Date
Trick-a-Trout
Frisco, TX - Vial Lake at Warren Sports Complex
Get hooked on fishing at Frisco's annual Trick-a-Trout event!
Feb
7
9:00a
End Date
Angler Education Instructor Training Workshop - Fort Boggy State Park
Centerville, TX - Fort Boggy State Park Pavillion
Become a TPWD Certified Angler Education Instructor
Feb
7
9:00a
End Date
Angler Education Instructor Training Workshop - College Station
College Station, TX - Lick Creek Park
Become a TPWD Certified Angler Education Instructor
Feb
14
10:00a
End Date
Feb
18
6:00p
End Date
Angler Education Instructor Training Workshop; Two-Part, Online
Online
Become a TPWD Certified Angler Education Instructor
Feb
19
6:00p
End Date
Angler Education Instructor Training Workshop; Two-Part, Online
Online
Become a TPWD Certified Angler Education Instructor
Feb
21
9:00a
End Date
Kids Fishing Derby
Fort Richardson State Park & Historic Site / Lost Creek Reservoir State Trailway
Grab the kids and head out to Quarry Lake, freshly stocked and ready for fishing fun!
March 2026
Mar
7
9:00a
End Date
9th Annual Kid Fish
Fort Boggy State Park
Kids 12 and under are invited to join us for the 9th Annual Kid Fish - a hands-on fishing adventure they'll never forget!
Mar
14
10:00a
End Date
Mar
14
10:00a
End Date
Caddo Adventure Day (Day 3 - Main Event)
Caddo Lake State Park
Choose your adventure at our 3rd annual Caddo Adventure Day! Participate in archery, fishing, paddling, hiking, learning, and more, throughout multiple days, all inside our beautiful park!
April 2026
Apr
11
9:00a
End Date
Fly Fishing 101 - Sea Center TX
Sea Center Texas
Learn the basics of fly fishing at this fun FREE clinic!
Apr
11
9:30a
End Date
Pedernales Falls State Park | One Night Event | Texas Outdoor Family | Austin/San Antonio Area (Spots Filling Fast)
Pedernales Falls State Park
Join us for a fun-filled weekend and discover the joys of camping in your Texas State Parks.
Apr
11
10:00a
End Date
Apr
18
11:00a
End Date
Sea Center Nature Day
Sea Center Texas
This is a free event. Activities will include, but are not limited to:
Live Reptiles, Learning Activities, and More, 11 A.M. to 3 P.M.
Birds of Prey Show, 12 P.M. & 2 P.M.
May 2026
May
15
6:30p
End Date
McKinney Falls State Park | Two Night Event | Texas Outdoor Family | Austin Area (Spots Filling Fast)
McKinney Falls State Park
Join us for a fun-filled weekend and discover the joys of camping in your Texas State Parks.
June 2026
Jun
13
9:30a
End Date
Guadalupe River State Park | One Night Event | Texas Outdoor Family | Austin Area (On Sale Soon)
Guadalupe River State Park
Join us for a fun-filled weekend and discover the joys of camping in your Texas State Parks.
July 2026
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!
August 2026
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
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!
January 2027
Jan
23
8:30a
End Date
January 2028
Jan
22
8:30a
End Date
January 2029
Jan
27
8:30a
End Date
January 2030
Jan
26
8:30a
End Date