Government Canyon State Natural Area

Habitat Hike

Go “shopping” for wildlife habitat with a ranger at Government Canyon State Natural Area.

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Junior Ranger Academy

Explore the trails at Government Canyon with a ranger and earn your Junior Ranger badge.

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Nature's Gifts

The diverse native plants of south-central Texas have always offered food, medicine, fiber, and other gifts to people who know how to use them.

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Insectigation Hike

What's bugging you? Let's take a hike to observe some of the little things that are really running the world.

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Make Your Own Yucca Fiber Twine

For thousands of years, humans have used the fibers within yucca leaves to create cordage for a variety of uses. Stop by and try it yourself!

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Junior Ranger Academy

Explore the trails at Government Canyon with a ranger and earn your Junior Ranger badge.

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Prairie in Your Pocket

Wildlife habitat isn't just in our parks. Your own yard can provide a place of refuge for butterflies, birds, and other wildlife...as well as yourself.

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Star Party

Bring a blanket or portable chairs for an evening of star gazing and planet-watching.

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Explore the Night Sky

Updated 5/1: Though trails will be closed on Saturday due to wet conditions, that will not affect this program and it will proceed as planned! Registration was required, and the roster is full.

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