Galveston Island State Park

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Opt Outside Kayak Tour: Opt out of the biggest shopping day of the year by taking a kayak tour out on the Galveston Bay. *Registration Required*
Winter Birding: Owl bet it will be a hoot
Prairie Adventure Hike: Join a prairie expert for an adventure through the remaining 1% of coastal prairie habitat.
Bay Exploration: Explore the marsh and bay ecosystems, on land and below the surface.
Sunset Watercolor: Unleash your creative side and enjoy the island's best sunsets.
Sargassum Search: Search through these tiny floating islands for the organisms that call the sargassum home.
Wrack Line Treasure Hunt: Treasures are hidden in the tide line, if you look closely.
Beach Walk: The Gulf of Mexico is our destination. What exciting things will we see along the way?
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First Day Hike - Sunrise Beach Walk: Begin 2024 with a sunrise walk on the beach at Galveston Island State Park!
First Day Hike: Give 2023 the boot and get the new year started on the right foot!
Night Hike: The night is full of surprises, if you only know where to look.
African American History on Galveston Island: Take a self-led walk through notable moments of African American history on Galveston Island State Park.
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Bait and Bay Fishing: Learn some tips and tricks for fishing in Galveston Bay.
Insect Inspection: Some call them creepy crawlers, but these small invertebrates are a critical part of the food chain.
Nature Bingo: Take a hike and play bingo. It's that easy!
Beach Walk: The Gulf of Mexico is our destination. What exciting things will we see along the way?
Morning Paddle: Morning kayaking on the bay is simply magical.
Kayaking 101: Join a certified kayak guide to learn the basics of kayaking.
Destination Exploration: 🎉 Follow the stories of the people and events that shaped the island and Galveston Island State Park
100 S'more Years at Galveston Island State Park: You are invited to pull up a chair, get toasty around the campfire and make a s'more with us.
Recovering Texas History: The indigenous people of coastal Texas shaped the contemporary culture and history of this state.
Sargassum Search: Search through these tiny floating islands for the organisms that call the sargassum home.
Basic Fishing: Need the basics for fishing? We've got them!
Surf Fishing: Beachside fishing? Yes please!
Turtle Talk: Turtle-y awesome talk about turtles
Turtle Talk: Turtle-y awesome talk about turtles
Sunset Paddle: Enjoy the West End sunset over the bay from a kayak.
GISP Guided Bird Hike: Three ecosystems of birding - beach, prairie, and bay!
Pond Life: Freshwater holds so much life. Any guesses on what we will find?
Pond Life: Freshwater holds so much life. Any guesses on what we will find?
Summer Solstice Sunset Paddle: *Canceled* End the longest day of the year with a paddle through Oak Bayou, at sunset.
Summer Solstice Solar Soiree: Have you ever been told to not stare directly at the sun? Well, what if you could?
Bay Exploration: Explore the marsh and bay ecosystems, on land and below the surface.
Kayaking 101: Join a certified kayak guide to learn the basics of kayaking.
Guided Turkey Hike - Cancelled: *This event has been cancelled due to poor weather and trail conditions* There has never been a Wild Turkey recorded in the park, but that won’t stop us from looking for one!
Opt Outside Hike: Tell the crowds to TAKE A HIKE!
Holiday Heritage Trail Hike: Take a hike on our self-guided Holiday Trail!
Opt Outside Beach Walk: The Gulf of Mexico is our destination. What exciting things will we see along the way?
Campfire Stories with a Ranger: What's more cozy than a campfire and a story during the holidays?
Galveston Island State Park Holiday Special: Tune in for a virtual reading of some special books about the beach and the holidays!
Bird Walk: Explore the wonderful world of birds with us!
Isle Info Live: Pop by our live feed for important park updates, get answers to your questions, and more!
Great Backyard Bird Count: Join the citizen science movement from the Nature Center's backyard!
Stars and Sea Beach Walk: Come and "sea" the beauty of the beach at night!
Partial Eclipse Party: Experience this amazing celestial event island style!
Beach Walk: Enjoy a walk on the beach with us!
Bay Exploration: Explore the marsh and bay ecosystems, on land and below the surface.
Kayak Shed Cleanout: Join us for this community service project!
Community Trail Maintenance Day: Come hike around with us and make our trails a better place!
Evening Bird Walk: Explore the wonderful world of birds without the need for an alarm clock!
Beach Walk: The Gulf of Mexico is our destination. What exciting things will we see along the way?
Sunset Watercolor: Unleash your creative side and enjoy the island's best sunsets.
Volunteer Training: Guided Hike and Beach Walk: Want to spend your time sharing your love of nature with others? If so, this program is for you!
Sea Turtle Celebration!: Join us in celebrating World Sea Turtle Day with activities, crafts, and more!
ACA - Kayaking 101: Summer is right around the corner and kayaking is a great way to enjoy Texas’ beautiful outdoors! Texas Parks & Wildlife Department (TPWD), the US Coast Guard Auxiliary and the certified paddle-sports instructors of American Canoe Association (ACA) Texas are teaming up to get you started!