Goose Island State Park

Volunteer Birding Programs: Bird programs that are led by park hosts or volunteers
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Woodland Bird Walk: A bird walk through the live oak forest.
First Day Birding Tour: This program is part of First Day Hikes. Get birdy on the first day of the new year!
Christmas in the Park: See the park in lights, enjoy holiday activities, and CAMP FOR FREE when you decorate your campsite!
Big Tree Birding (Registration Required): Come along with us to view birds at the Big Tree Natural Area!
Shorebird Walk: Join birding host, Karen Irwin, for an exploratory bird walk along Goose Island's bayfront.
Explore Bowhunting Workshop (moved to JANUARY 10): Join us for a hands-on workshop that will get you ready to go out and harvest your first deer with a bow.
Take Aim with Atlatls: Do you have what it takes to survive? Learn about the atlatl and find out!
Intro to Archery (Registration Required): Discover your new favorite hobby: archery!
Discoveries in the Dark: Explore the park after dark!
Whooper Walk (Registration Required): Join biologists from the International Crane Foundation and a park ranger to learn more about the endangered Whooping Crane!
Night Sky Exploration: Learn about some common winter constellations with a ranger!
Goose Island History Tour (Registration Required): Join a ranger or volunteer to learn the park's history while riding through the park on the electric tram!
Fishing with a Ranger: Fish with a ranger and check out our 1620-foot pier!
Oysters: The Pearl of Goose Island: Oysters are more than just food; they help protect the Texas coast!
First Day Hikes: Self-Guided Activities: Start the New Year off with a resolution to spend more time outside enjoying nature!
Whooper Walk (Registration Required): Join biologists from the International Crane Foundation and a park ranger to learn more about the endangered Whooping Crane!
Bird Banding Demonstration: Observe expert bird banders catalogue some of Goose Island's resident and migratory birds.
Shorebird Tram Tour (Registration Required): Ducks, herons, and egrets! Oh my! Take a ride on the electric tram and bird with ease.
First Day Hike - Discovery Hike on Turks Cap Trail: Start the new year with a guided hike along the trail with a ranger!
First Day Hike - Bayfront Guided Hike: Start the new year with a guided hike along the bayfront.
Animal Tracking: Learn to identify tracks and other animal signs.
Fishing with a Ranger: Fish with a ranger and check out our 1620-foot pier!
Goose Island History Tour (Registration Required): Join a ranger or volunteer to learn the park's history while riding through the park on the electric tram!
THIS EVENT HAS BEEN CANCELLED - Goose Island History Tour (Registration Required): THIS EVENT HAS BEEN CANCELLED - Join a ranger or volunteer to learn the park's history while riding through the park on the electric tram!
Bird Bingo: Fun for the whole family!
Junior Ranger Adventure Hike: Learn about the 10 essential supplies of hiking in a fun and interactive game!
Intro to Archery (Registration Required): Discover your new favorite hobby: archery!
Discoveries in the Dark: Explore the park after dark!
Shorebird Walk: Join new birding host, Karen Irwin, for an exploratory bird walk along Goose Island's bayfront.
Introduction to Nature Photography: Learn tips and tricks to get you more familiar with your camera or phone.
The Secret Life of Plants: Explore hidden secrets of south Texas' native plants!
Aransas Bird Days - Wings of Spring: Join Goose Island SP and Aransas Pathways for a countywide celebration of migration in Aransas County, Texas!
Oysters: The Pearl of Goose Island: Oysters are more than just food; they help protect the Texas coast!
Skins, Skulls, and Tracks: Learn about some of the common creatures of Goose Island State Park.
Skins, Skulls, and Tracks: Learn about some of the common creatures of Goose Island State Park.
Native Flower and Butterfly Walk: Learn to identify Texas native flowers and butterflies!