Hikes & Nature Walks
August 2022
Aug
19
9:00a
End Date
Survival Hike
Davis Mountains State Park
Sharpen your survival skills on this moderate, 2-hour hike, as you encounter survival scenarios common in the Davis Mountains.
Aug
19
9:00a
End Date
Monsoon Magic Bird Hike
Big Bend Ranch State Park
Witness the magical bird diversity created by afternoon rains and the beginnings of fall migration by joining a ranger on a guided hike to a lush oasis in the desert.
Aug
19
10:00a
End Date
Shipwrecked!
Mustang Island State Park
Can you survive on a deserted island? Come test your survival skills in an interactive game.
The beach is a beautiful place to visit but could you survive being stranded? Meet us on the day use beach at 3pm to play the survival game.
Aug
19
10:00a
End Date
Beach Hike
Galveston Island State Park
The Gulf of Mexico is our destination. What exciting things will we see along the way?
Aug
19
10:30a
End Date
Butterfly and Dragonfly Tours
Estero Llano Grande State Park
Join us on a ranger-led tour through the park noting these beautiful insects, some found nowhere else but in South Texas.
Aug
19
8:00p
End Date
Nature's Night Shift **Canceled 8.19**
Palmetto State Park
Join Ranger Samantha for a night hike full of adventures. Registration is required.
Aug
19
8:30p
End Date
Night Hike!
Lake Casa Blanca International State Park
A guided nature hike on our trails - see what the park is like after dark!
Aug
19
8:30p
End Date
Ranger Talk: Fascinatingly Florescent Scorpion Search
Cedar Hill State Park
Come out to search for our florescent friend, the scorpion!
Aug
19
9:00p
End Date
Scorpion Scavenger Hunt
Palo Duro Canyon State Park
Bring an ultra-violet flashlight and join us in searching for scorpions along the trail in this evening hike!
Aug
20
8:00a
End Date
Horned Lizard Hike
Copper Breaks State Park
Join a Texas Master Naturalist and a park ranger on a Texas Horned Lizard survey!
Aug
20
8:00a
End Date
Home on the Plains: Penn Farm Tour
Cedar Hill State Park
Come out to Penn Farm to explore the lives of the farmers who made North Texas their home!
Aug
20
8:30a
End Date
World Birding Center Birding Tours
Estero Llano Grande State Park
All ages and skill-levels are welcome on this two-hour tour of the park, finding as many species of birds as possible, especially the 30 that are termed Valley Specialties!
Aug
20
8:30a
End Date
Birding On The Wild Side
Davis Mountains State Park
Come observe the vast array of winged wildlife living in DMSP on a birding walk through an area of the park few guests visit.
Aug
20
9:00a
End Date
Saturday Honey Creek Nature Hike
Honey Creek State Natural Area
Experience the natural and cultural history of Honey Creek!
Aug
20
9:00a
End Date
Guided Nature Hike
Inks Lake State Park
Join a park ranger on a short .2-mile hike down to Devil's Waterhole to learn about native plants and local geology.
Aug
20
9:00a
End Date
Wildlife Walk
Brazos Bend State Park
Explore the different wildlife along 40 Acre Lake with a guided tour of our most popular trail.
Aug
20
9:00a
End Date
Guided Hike - Pollinators!
Village Creek State Park
August 20 is World Honeybee Awareness Day and World Mosquito Day. Did you know that both are pollinators? There are many, many pollinators, including beetles, flies, bats, birds, and more! Take a walk with a ranger on the new 1-mile long Longleaf Loop Trail to see how many pollinators and pollinator host plants that we can find.
Aug
20
9:00a
End Date
Medicinal and Edible Plants Hike
Lake Livingston State Park
Join rangers for a one mile, one and a half hour guided hike featuring edible and medicinal plants on the Pineywoods Nature Trail Boardwalk.
Aug
20
10:00a
End Date
Bay Exploration
Galveston Island State Park
Explore the marsh and bay ecosystems, on land and below the surface.
Aug
20
10:00a
End Date
Useful and Edible Plants
Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley State Park
Learn about the plants of deep south Texas and their importance to people & wildlife.
Aug
20
10:00a
End Date
Edible and Medicinal Plant Walk
Mission Tejas State Park
Nature can provide, if you know what to look for!
Aug
20
10:00a
End Date
Basic Geocache
Fort Boggy State Park
There is hidden treasure out there just waiting for you to find!
Aug
20
10:00a
End Date
Aug
20
11:00a
End Date
BioBlitz Beginners
Dinosaur Valley State Park
Want to learn how to use iNaturalist? Join us to learn and participate in a BioBlitz!
Aug
20
1:00p
End Date
Wrack Line Treasure Hunt
Galveston Island State Park
Treasures are hidden in the tide line, if you look closely.
Aug
20
4:00p
End Date
Aug
20
6:00p
End Date
Ramble with a Ranger
Caddo Lake State Park
Join a park ranger for an evening ramble along the Caddo Forest Trail. During this relaxed hike we will enjoy nature's beauty and explore our surroundings.
Aug
20
7:00p
End Date
Night Hike Safety Hike
Palo Duro Canyon State Park
Join our rangers for a quick stroll to discuss hiking at night and being safe while hiking after dark.
Aug
20
7:00p
End Date
Aug
20
8:00p
End Date
Solar System Walk
Dinosaur Valley State Park
Ever wondered how close the planets are to each other? Come with us as we take a walk through a scale model of our solar system.
Aug
20
8:30p
End Date
Frog and Toad Watch
Lockhart State Park
Join a Park Ranger as we search for the amphibians that call Lockhart home!
Aug
20
9:00p
End Date
Walking with Spiders
Palo Duro Canyon State Park
Bring a flashlight and join us in searching for Wolf Spiders along the trail in this evening hike!
Aug
20
9:00p
End Date
Night Hike
Lake Mineral Wells State Park & Trailway
Discover fun nighttime activities in the outdoors!
Aug
21
8:30a
End Date
World Birding Center Birding Tours
Estero Llano Grande State Park
All ages and skill-levels are welcome on this two-hour tour of the park, finding as many species of birds as possible, especially the 30 that are termed Valley Specialties!
Aug
21
9:00a
End Date
Bird Sleuths of the Two Bridges Trail
Lake Whitney State Park
Explore the 1-mile trail with a master naturalist as you become a bird sleuth.
Learn to identify birds not only by sight but by sound using an app on your phone.
Call or email Rita at the park to sign up. Group sizes will be limited to 15 to allow all to fit the trail space and hear the speaker.
Aug
21
9:00a
End Date
Sunday Honey Creek Nature Hike
Honey Creek State Natural Area
Experience the natural and cultural history of Honey Creek!
Aug
21
9:00a
End Date
Prairie Adventure Hike
Galveston Island State Park
Join a ranger for an adventure through the remaining 1% of coastal prairie habitat.
Aug
21
11:00a
End Date
BioBlitz Beginners
Dinosaur Valley State Park
Want to learn how to use iNaturalist? Join us to learn and participate in a BioBlitz!
Aug
23
6:15a
End Date
Aug
23
8:30a
End Date
Aug
24
9:30a
End Date
Birding 101
Davis Mountains State Park
Gain a "bird's eye view" of the park while learning about seasonal and migratory birds of the Davis Mountains.
Aug
25
9:00a
End Date
Scenic Overlook Nature Hike
Guadalupe River State Park
Join us every Thursday for an easy nature hike with a beautiful view! Beginning in April, this hike starts at 9 am so we can beat the heat!
Aug
25
9:00a
End Date
Davis Mountains: Yesterday, Today, and Tomorrow
Davis Mountains State Park
Take an introductory deep dive into the Davis Mountains on this 1.5-mile hike.
Aug
25
10:00a
End Date
Birding for Beginners
Resaca de la Palma State Park
Learn how to identify birds in this beginners birding class!
Aug
25
8:00p
End Date
Creatures of the Night
Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley State Park
Take a little stroll and explore the wildlife in the park after dark. Space is limited!
Aug
26
9:00a
End Date
Survival Hike
Davis Mountains State Park
Sharpen your survival skills on this moderate, 2-hour hike, as you encounter survival scenarios common in the Davis Mountains.
Aug
26
10:00a
End Date
Beach Hike
Galveston Island State Park
The Gulf of Mexico is our destination. What exciting things will we see along the way?
Aug
26
10:30a
End Date
Butterfly and Dragonfly Tours
Estero Llano Grande State Park
Join us on a ranger-led tour through the park noting these beautiful insects, some found nowhere else but in South Texas.
Aug
26
7:00p
End Date
Aug
26
8:15p
End Date
Wonders of the Night
Lake Corpus Christi State Park
Ever wonder what critters explore the park after dark?
Aug
26
8:30p
End Date
Night Hike!
Lake Casa Blanca International State Park
A guided nature hike on our trails - see what the park is like after dark!
Aug
26
9:00p
End Date
Night Hike
Copper Breaks State Park
*Limited availability, registration required* Creatures of the night from scorpions to bats might make an appearance on this hike. Anything is possible! Join us for a hike to see some of these creatures.
Aug
27
8:00a
End Date
Women's Hike - Aztec Caves
Franklin Mountains State Park
Come explore the beautiful Chihuahuan Desert with other women, led by a female ranger or volunteer. Learn about best hiking practices and the unique desert ecosystems. This hike is open to women of all experience levels who are excited to spend more quality time outdoors.
Aug
27
8:00a
End Date
Birding Basics
Ray Roberts Lake State Park - Johnson Branch Unit
Join Ranger Mindy as she teaching birding basics and takes you on a short hike to test out your new knowledge.
Aug
27
8:30a
End Date
World Birding Center Birding Tours
Estero Llano Grande State Park
All ages and skill-levels are welcome on this two-hour tour of the park, finding as many species of birds as possible, especially the 30 that are termed Valley Specialties!
Aug
27
8:30a
End Date
Birding On The Wild Side
Davis Mountains State Park
Come observe the vast array of winged wildlife living in DMSP on a birding walk through an area of the park few guests visit.
Aug
27
9:00a
End Date
Saturday Honey Creek Nature Hike
Honey Creek State Natural Area
Experience the natural and cultural history of Honey Creek!
Aug
27
9:00a
End Date
Guided Nature Hike
Inks Lake State Park
Join a park ranger on a short .2-mile hike down to Devil's Waterhole to learn about native plants and local geology.
Aug
27
9:00a
End Date
Junior Rangers in Training
Palmetto State Park
Come join Ranger Samantha to earn your badge to become the next Junior Ranger!
Aug
27
9:00a
End Date
Woodpecker Hike
Atlanta State Park
Join us for an introduction to woodpeckers in the park! You will learn why woodpeckers are a Keystone Species, the eight types of woodpeckers found in East Texas, and the adaptations that make woodpeckers master carpenters.
Aug
27
9:00a
End Date
Aug
27
9:00a
End Date
Forest Bathing
Lockhart State Park
Immerse yourself in nature to de-stress and improve your well-being.
Aug
27
9:00a
End Date
The Hiking Dead - A Zombie Apocalypse Hike
Lake Livingston State Park
Would you survive the zombie apocalypse? Join us for a 1 mile hike to find out.
Aug
27
10:00a
End Date
Bay Exploration
Galveston Island State Park
Explore the marsh and bay ecosystems, on land and below the surface.
Aug
27
10:00a
End Date
Nature Hike
Fort Boggy State Park
No local grocery store? The land provided many things for the settlers of Fort Boggy.
Aug
27
10:00a
End Date
Aug
27
10:00a
End Date
Wildlife Detectives
Cooper Lake State Park - Doctors Creek Unit
Follow the clues and discover what ate that leaf.
Aug
27
10:30a
End Date
Dog Days of Summer Guided Hike
Sheldon Lake State Park & Environmental Learning Center
Bring Fido for a fun, ranger-led hike on Sheldon Lake's trails.
Aug
27
9:00p
End Date
Scorpion Scavenger Hunt
Palo Duro Canyon State Park
Bring an ultra-violet flashlight and join us in searching for scorpions along the trail in this evening hike!
Aug
28
7:00a
End Date
Old Tin Mine Hike
Franklin Mountains State Park
Join a Park Ranger or volunteer guides for a hike out to the El Paso Tin Mines, the remains of a mining operation from the early 1900s.
Aug
28
7:30a
End Date
Last Sunday Hike - West Cottonwood Springs
Franklin Mountains State Park
Join a park ranger on a guided hike through the Western foothills of the Franklin Mountains.
Aug
28
8:30a
End Date
World Birding Center Birding Tours
Estero Llano Grande State Park
All ages and skill-levels are welcome on this two-hour tour of the park, finding as many species of birds as possible, especially the 30 that are termed Valley Specialties!
Aug
28
9:00a
End Date
Bird Sleuths of the Two Bridges Trail
Lake Whitney State Park
Explore the 1-mile trail with a master naturalist as you become a bird sleuth.
Learn to identify birds not only by sight but by sound using an app on your phone.
Call or email Rita at the park to sign up. Group sizes will be limited to 15 to allow all to fit the trail space and hear the speaker.
Aug
28
11:00a
End Date
Overlook Hike
Dinosaur Valley State Park
Grab your boots and join a ranger for a hike to the best view in the park!
Aug
30
9:00a
End Date
A Slice of Palo Duro Pie
Palo Duro Canyon State Park
Learn about the geology that makes up each slice of Palo Duro Canyon in this short hike.
Aug
31
9:30a
End Date
Birding 101
Davis Mountains State Park
Gain a "bird's eye view" of the park while learning about seasonal and migratory birds of the Davis Mountains.
September 2022
Sep
1
9:00a
End Date
Davis Mountains: Yesterday, Today, and Tomorrow
Davis Mountains State Park
Take an introductory deep dive into the Davis Mountains on this 1.5-mile hike.
Sep
2
9:00a
End Date
Survival Hike
Davis Mountains State Park
Sharpen your survival skills on this moderate, 2-hour hike, as you encounter survival scenarios common in the Davis Mountains.
Sep
2
8:00p
End Date
Sep
2
8:00p
End Date
Creatures of the Night - Evening Walk
Cooper Lake State Park - South Sulphur Unit
Nocturnal wanderings amoung the nocturnal.
Sep
2
8:45p
End Date
Night Hike
Copper Breaks State Park
*Limited availability, registration required* Creatures of the night from scorpions to bats might make an appearance on this hike. Anything is possible! Join us for a hike to see some of these creatures.
Sep
3
8:30a
End Date
Birding On The Wild Side
Davis Mountains State Park
Come observe the vast array of winged wildlife living in DMSP on a birding walk through an area of the park few guests visit.
Sep
3
9:00a
End Date
Sep
3
10:00a
End Date
Nature Walk
Stephen F. Austin State Park
Join us for a short hike as we learn about the native plants that inhabit the three ecozones present at Stephen F. Austin State Park.
Sep
3
2:00p
End Date
Sep
3
3:00p
End Date
Wildlife Detective's
Cooper Lake State Park - South Sulphur Unit
Follow the clues and discover what ate that leaf.
Sep
4
7:30a
End Date
Peak Challenge - Thousand Steps
Franklin Mountains State Park
Challenge yourself against some of the most difficult hikes in the Franklin Mountains.
Sep
4
8:00a
End Date
Birding Hike
Brazos Bend State Park
Brazos Bend State Park is home to over 300 species of birds; it's the perfect place to bird-watch all year round!
Sep
4
9:00a
End Date
Bird Sleuths of the Two Bridges Trail
Lake Whitney State Park
Explore the 1-mile trail with a master naturalist as you become a bird sleuth.
Learn to identify birds not only by sight but by sound using an app on your phone.
Call or email Rita at the park to sign up. Group sizes will be limited to 15 to allow all to fit the trail space and hear the speaker.
Sep
4
10:00a
End Date
Hiking Through History
Pedernales Falls State Park
Join us on a hike through time, starting in modern history and hiking down to 300-million-year old fossils!
Sep
7
9:30a
End Date
Birding 101
Davis Mountains State Park
Gain a "bird's eye view" of the park while learning about seasonal and migratory birds of the Davis Mountains.
Sep
8
9:00a
End Date
Davis Mountains: Yesterday, Today, and Tomorrow
Davis Mountains State Park
Take an introductory deep dive into the Davis Mountains on this 1.5-mile hike.
Sep
8
10:00a
End Date
Birding for Beginners
Resaca de la Palma State Park
Learn how to identify birds in this beginners birding class!
Sep
9
9:00a
End Date
Survival Hike
Davis Mountains State Park
Sharpen your survival skills on this moderate, 2-hour hike, as you encounter survival scenarios common in the Davis Mountains.
Sep
9
6:30p
End Date
Outdoor Leadership Training | Huntsville State Park (Application Open Until August 29th))
Huntsville State Park
The Texas Outdoor Family program provides 900+ families with a "Learn to Camp" experience in Texas State Parks each year. Could you help?
Sep
10
8:30a
End Date
Birding On The Wild Side
Davis Mountains State Park
Come observe the vast array of winged wildlife living in DMSP on a birding walk through an area of the park few guests visit.
Sep
10
9:00a
End Date
Hiking Through History
Pedernales Falls State Park
Join us on a hike through time, starting in modern history and hiking down to 300-million-year old fossils!
Sep
10
9:00a
End Date
Nature Walk
Cooper Lake State Park - Doctors Creek Unit
"Nature has the power to renew and refresh.." Helen Keller
Sep
10
9:00a
End Date
Girl Scouts Love State Parks
Abilene State Park
Sep
10
10:00a
End Date
CCC Hike - Guided tour of the Bois d' Arc Trail
Bonham State Park
Learn about the Civilian Conservation Corps (CCC) features hidden around the park and on the Bois d' Arc Trail.
Sep
10
10:00a
End Date
Girl Scouts Butterfly Hike
Lockhart State Park
Join Ranger Lauren and your local girl scouts on a hunt for beautiful butterflies!
Sep
10
10:30a
End Date
Sep
10
3:00p
End Date
Sep
10
8:30p
End Date
Full Moon Hike
Hill Country State Natural Area
Grab your flashlight and join a ranger for a guided night hike.
Sep
10
8:30p
End Date
Night Hike
Copper Breaks State Park
*Limited availability, registration required* Creatures of the night from scorpions to bats might make an appearance on this hike. Anything is possible! Join us for a hike to see some of these creatures.
Sep
11
8:30a
End Date
Women's Hike - Schaeffer Shuffle
Franklin Mountains State Park
Come explore the beautiful Chihuahuan Desert with other women, led by a female ranger or volunteer. Learn about best hiking practices and the unique desert ecosystems. This hike is open to women of all experience levels who are excited to spend more quality time outdoors.
Sep
11
9:00a
End Date
Bird Sleuths of the Two Bridges Trail
Lake Whitney State Park
Explore the 1-mile trail with a master naturalist as you become a bird sleuth.
Learn to identify birds not only by sight but by sound using an app on your phone.
Call or email Rita at the park to sign up. Group sizes will be limited to 15 to allow all to fit the trail space and hear the speaker.
Sep
14
9:30a
End Date
Birding 101
Davis Mountains State Park
Gain a "bird's eye view" of the park while learning about seasonal and migratory birds of the Davis Mountains.
Sep
15
9:00a
End Date
Davis Mountains: Yesterday, Today, and Tomorrow
Davis Mountains State Park
Take an introductory deep dive into the Davis Mountains on this 1.5-mile hike.
Sep
16
9:00a
End Date
Survival Hike
Davis Mountains State Park
Sharpen your survival skills on this moderate, 2-hour hike, as you encounter survival scenarios common in the Davis Mountains.
Sep
17
8:30a
End Date
Birding On The Wild Side
Davis Mountains State Park
Come observe the vast array of winged wildlife living in DMSP on a birding walk through an area of the park few guests visit.
Sep
17
8:30a
End Date
Lantern-lit Mine Tour
Franklin Mountains State Park
Step back in time and explore the copper prospecting mine by lantern light.
Sep
17
9:00a
End Date
Recreating in Remote Places - Guided Hike
Big Bend Ranch State Park
Take a guided hike of the Cinco Tinajas Trail and learn tips for hiking in the Chihuahuan desert!
Sep
17
10:00a
End Date
Poisonous Plants Hike
Lockhart State Park
Discover the fierce plants of the forest in this fun hike!
Sep
17
10:00a
End Date
Prospect Mine Tour
Franklin Mountains State Park
Join us for a hike out to the copper prospecting mines.
Sep
17
1:00p
End Date
Sep
17
1:00p
End Date
Prospect Mine Tour
Franklin Mountains State Park
Join us for a hike out to the copper prospecting mines.
Sep
17
2:00p
End Date
Sep
17
2:00p
End Date
Trees, Nature's High Rise
Cooper Lake State Park - South Sulphur Unit
Learn about the place animals and insects live.
Sep
17
7:45p
End Date
Sep
17
8:00p
End Date
Solar System Walk
Dinosaur Valley State Park
Ever wondered how close the planets are to each other? Come with us as we take a walk through a scale model of our solar system.
Sep
17
8:30p
End Date
Night Hike
Copper Breaks State Park
*Limited availability, registration required* Creatures of the night from scorpions to bats might make an appearance on this hike. Anything is possible! Join us for a hike to see some of these creatures.
Sep
18
9:00a
End Date
Bird Sleuths of the Two Bridges Trail
Lake Whitney State Park
Explore the 1-mile trail with a master naturalist as you become a bird sleuth.
Learn to identify birds not only by sight but by sound using an app on your phone.
Call or email Rita at the park to sign up. Group sizes will be limited to 15 to allow all to fit the trail space and hear the speaker.
Sep
21
9:30a
End Date
Birding 101
Davis Mountains State Park
Gain a "bird's eye view" of the park while learning about seasonal and migratory birds of the Davis Mountains.
Sep
22
9:00a
End Date
Davis Mountains: Yesterday, Today, and Tomorrow
Davis Mountains State Park
Take an introductory deep dive into the Davis Mountains on this 1.5-mile hike.
Sep
23
9:00a
End Date
Survival Hike
Davis Mountains State Park
Sharpen your survival skills on this moderate, 2-hour hike, as you encounter survival scenarios common in the Davis Mountains.
Sep
23
8:30p
End Date
Night Hike
Copper Breaks State Park
*Limited availability, registration required* Creatures of the night from scorpions to bats might make an appearance on this hike. Anything is possible! Join us for a hike to see some of these creatures.
Sep
24
8:30a
End Date
Birding On The Wild Side
Davis Mountains State Park
Come observe the vast array of winged wildlife living in DMSP on a birding walk through an area of the park few guests visit.
Sep
24
10:30a
End Date
Edible and Medicinal Plant Walk
Mission Tejas State Park
Nature can provide, if you know what to look for!
Sep
24
1:00p
End Date
Legacy in Lockhart: Guided CCC Walk
Lockhart State Park
Hike with a ranger to learn about the Civilian Conservation Corps and their enduring legacy at Lockhart State Park!
Sep
25
9:00a
End Date
Bird Sleuths of the Two Bridges Trail
Lake Whitney State Park
Explore the 1-mile trail with a master naturalist as you become a bird sleuth.
Learn to identify birds not only by sight but by sound using an app on your phone.
Call or email Rita at the park to sign up. Group sizes will be limited to 15 to allow all to fit the trail space and hear the speaker.
Sep
28
9:30a
End Date
Birding 101
Davis Mountains State Park
Gain a "bird's eye view" of the park while learning about seasonal and migratory birds of the Davis Mountains.
Sep
29
9:00a
End Date
Davis Mountains: Yesterday, Today, and Tomorrow
Davis Mountains State Park
Take an introductory deep dive into the Davis Mountains on this 1.5-mile hike.
Sep
30
9:00a
End Date
Survival Hike
Davis Mountains State Park
Sharpen your survival skills on this moderate, 2-hour hike, as you encounter survival scenarios common in the Davis Mountains.
October 2022
Oct
1
8:30a
End Date
Birding On The Wild Side
Davis Mountains State Park
Come observe the vast array of winged wildlife living in DMSP on a birding walk through an area of the park few guests visit.
Oct
1
9:00a
End Date
Oct
1
9:30a
End Date
Lockhart State Park | One Night Event | Texas Outdoor Family | Austin Area (Registration Open)
Lockhart State Park
Join us for a fun-filled weekend and discover the joys of camping in your Texas State Parks.
Oct
1
10:00a
End Date
Nature Walk
Stephen F. Austin State Park
Join us for a short hike as we learn about the native plants that inhabit the three ecozones present at Stephen F. Austin State Park.
Oct
1
2:00p
End Date
Oct
1
2:30p
End Date
Plant Walk
Resaca de la Palma State Park
Find native plants in the park on a stroll through the garden.
Oct
2
8:00a
End Date
Birding Hike
Brazos Bend State Park
Brazos Bend State Park is home to over 300 species of birds; it's the perfect place to bird-watch all year round!
Oct
2
10:00a
End Date
Why Does Everything Hurt?
Fort Leaton State Historic Site
Join us for a walk along the Fort Leaton Nature Trail to learn why desert plants are so prickly!
Oct
5
9:30a
End Date
Birding 101
Davis Mountains State Park
Gain a "bird's eye view" of the park while learning about seasonal and migratory birds of the Davis Mountains.
Oct
6
9:00a
End Date
Davis Mountains: Yesterday, Today, and Tomorrow
Davis Mountains State Park
Take an introductory deep dive into the Davis Mountains on this 1.5-mile hike.
Oct
7
8:00a
End Date
Birding Hike
Brazos Bend State Park
Brazos Bend State Park is home to over 300 species of birds; it's the perfect place to bird-watch all year round!
Oct
7
9:00a
End Date
Survival Hike
Davis Mountains State Park
Sharpen your survival skills on this moderate, 2-hour hike, as you encounter survival scenarios common in the Davis Mountains.
Oct
8
8:30a
End Date
Birding On The Wild Side
Davis Mountains State Park
Come observe the vast array of winged wildlife living in DMSP on a birding walk through an area of the park few guests visit.
Oct
8
10:00a
End Date
CCC Hike - Guided tour of the Bois d' Arc Trail
Bonham State Park
Learn about the Civilian Conservation Corps (CCC) features hidden around the park and on the Bois d' Arc Trail.
Oct
8
2:00p
End Date
Oct
12
9:30a
End Date
Birding 101
Davis Mountains State Park
Gain a "bird's eye view" of the park while learning about seasonal and migratory birds of the Davis Mountains.
Oct
13
9:00a
End Date
Davis Mountains: Yesterday, Today, and Tomorrow
Davis Mountains State Park
Take an introductory deep dive into the Davis Mountains on this 1.5-mile hike.
Oct
13
10:00a
End Date
Oct
14
9:00a
End Date
Survival Hike
Davis Mountains State Park
Sharpen your survival skills on this moderate, 2-hour hike, as you encounter survival scenarios common in the Davis Mountains.
Oct
15
8:30a
End Date
Birding On The Wild Side
Davis Mountains State Park
Come observe the vast array of winged wildlife living in DMSP on a birding walk through an area of the park few guests visit.
Oct
15
10:00a
End Date
Life in the Desert Nature Walk
Fort Leaton State Historic Site
Join us for a walk as we explore how plants, animals, and even people have adapted to the desert for thousands of years!
Oct
15
8:00p
End Date
Solar System Walk
Dinosaur Valley State Park
Ever wondered how close the planets are to each other? Come with us as we take a walk through a scale model of our solar system.
Oct
16
10:00a
End Date
Why Does Everything Hurt?
Big Bend Ranch State Park
Join us for a walk along the Sauceda Nature Trail to learn why desert plants are so prickly!
Oct
19
9:30a
End Date
Birding 101
Davis Mountains State Park
Gain a "bird's eye view" of the park while learning about seasonal and migratory birds of the Davis Mountains.
Oct
20
9:00a
End Date
Davis Mountains: Yesterday, Today, and Tomorrow
Davis Mountains State Park
Take an introductory deep dive into the Davis Mountains on this 1.5-mile hike.
Oct
21
9:00a
End Date
Survival Hike
Davis Mountains State Park
Sharpen your survival skills on this moderate, 2-hour hike, as you encounter survival scenarios common in the Davis Mountains.
Oct
22
8:00a
End Date
Presa Canyon All-Day Guided Hike 10/22/2022
Seminole Canyon State Park & Historic Site
Online registration required and limit of 15 participants.
This guided hike takes participants into remote areas of the Seminole and Presa Canyons.
Please click on blue title for full tour description.
Oct
22
8:30a
End Date
Birding On The Wild Side
Davis Mountains State Park
Come observe the vast array of winged wildlife living in DMSP on a birding walk through an area of the park few guests visit.
Oct
22
2:00p
End Date
Oct
26
9:30a
End Date
Birding 101
Davis Mountains State Park
Gain a "bird's eye view" of the park while learning about seasonal and migratory birds of the Davis Mountains.
Oct
27
9:00a
End Date
Davis Mountains: Yesterday, Today, and Tomorrow
Davis Mountains State Park
Take an introductory deep dive into the Davis Mountains on this 1.5-mile hike.
Oct
27
10:00a
End Date
Oct
28
9:00a
End Date
Survival Hike
Davis Mountains State Park
Sharpen your survival skills on this moderate, 2-hour hike, as you encounter survival scenarios common in the Davis Mountains.
Oct
28
6:15p
End Date
Bat Walk
Fort Leaton State Historic Site
Walk with a ranger around Fort Leaton on the lookout for the bats who live there!
Oct
29
8:30a
End Date
Birding On The Wild Side
Davis Mountains State Park
Come observe the vast array of winged wildlife living in DMSP on a birding walk through an area of the park few guests visit.
Oct
29
2:30p
End Date
Plant Walk
Resaca de la Palma State Park
Find native plants in the park on a stroll through the garden.
November 2022
Nov
3
10:00a
End Date
Nov
4
8:00a
End Date
Birding Hike
Brazos Bend State Park
Brazos Bend State Park is home to over 300 species of birds; it's the perfect place to bird-watch all year round!
Nov
5
9:00a
End Date
Nov
5
10:00a
End Date
Nature Walk
Stephen F. Austin State Park
Join us for a short hike as we learn about the native plants that inhabit the three ecozones present at Stephen F. Austin State Park.
Nov
6
8:00a
End Date
Birding Hike
Brazos Bend State Park
Brazos Bend State Park is home to over 300 species of birds; it's the perfect place to bird-watch all year round!
Nov
10
10:00a
End Date
Birding for Beginners
Resaca de la Palma State Park
Learn how to identify birds in this beginners birding class!
Nov
12
10:00a
End Date
CCC Hike - Guided tour of the Bois d' Arc Trail
Bonham State Park
Learn about the Civilian Conservation Corps (CCC) features hidden around the park and on the Bois d' Arc Trail.
Nov
17
10:00a
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Nov
19
8:00a
End Date
Presa Canyon All-Day Guided Hike 11/19/2022
Seminole Canyon State Park & Historic Site
Online registration required and limit of 15 participants. This guided only hike takes participants into remote areas of the Park. Click blue title for more details.
Nov
19
7:00p
End Date
Solar System Walk
Dinosaur Valley State Park
Ever wondered how close the planets are to each other? Come with us as we take a walk through a scale model of our solar system.
Nov
24
10:00a
End Date
Birding for Beginners
Resaca de la Palma State Park
Learn how to identify birds in this beginners birding class!
Nov
25
10:00a
End Date
Opt Outside: Cinco Tinajas Hike
Big Bend Ranch State Park
Walk off your Thanksgiving meal by joining a park ranger for a moderate hike along one of Big Bend Ranch State Park's hidden-treasure trails!
Nov
26
2:30p
End Date
Plant Walk
Resaca de la Palma State Park
Find native plants in the park on a stroll through the garden.
December 2022
Dec
3
9:00a
End Date
Dec
3
10:00a
End Date
Nature Walk
Stephen F. Austin State Park
Join us for a short hike as we learn about the native plants that inhabit the three ecozones present at Stephen F. Austin State Park.
Dec
4
8:00a
End Date
Birding Hike
Brazos Bend State Park
Brazos Bend State Park is home to over 300 species of birds; it's the perfect place to bird-watch all year round!
Dec
4
10:00a
End Date
Why Does Everything Hurt?
Fort Leaton State Historic Site
Join us for a walk along the Fort Leaton Nature Trail to learn why desert plants are so prickly!
Dec
17
8:00a
End Date
Presa Canyon All-Day Guided Hike 12/17/2022
Seminole Canyon State Park & Historic Site
Online registration required. Please click blue title for more details.
Dec
17
7:00p
End Date
Solar System Walk
Dinosaur Valley State Park
Ever wondered how close the planets are to each other? Come with us as we take a walk through a scale model of our solar system.
Dec
18
10:00a
End Date
Why Does Everything Hurt?
Big Bend Ranch State Park
Join us for a walk along the Sauceda Nature Trail to learn why desert plants are so prickly!
January 2023
Jan
1
10:00a
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Jan
1
10:00a
End Date
First Day Hike: Fresno West Rim
Big Bend Ranch State Park
Start the new year off right with a hike to the iconic West Rim overlook in the park's interior.
Jan
1
10:30a
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First Day Hike
South Llano River State Park
Start off the new year with a park ranger for a hike through the pecan bottom down to Buck Lake.
Jan
7
9:00a
End Date
Jan
21
8:00a
End Date
Presa Canyon All-Day Guided Hike 01/21/2023
Seminole Canyon State Park & Historic Site
Online registration required. Click above blue title for more information.
February 2023
Feb
11
8:00a
End Date
Presa Canyon All-Day Guided Hike 02/11/2023
Seminole Canyon State Park & Historic Site
Online registration required. Click above blue title for more details.
March 2023
Mar
31
8:00a
End Date
Birding Hike
Brazos Bend State Park
Brazos Bend State Park is home to over 300 species of birds; it's the perfect place to bird-watch all year round!
April 2023
Apr
1
8:00a
End Date
Birding Hike
Brazos Bend State Park
Brazos Bend State Park is home to over 300 species of birds; it's the perfect place to bird-watch all year round!
September 2023
Sep
30
8:00a
End Date
Birding Hike
Brazos Bend State Park
Brazos Bend State Park is home to over 300 species of birds; it's the perfect place to bird-watch all year round!
October 2023
Oct
1
8:00a
End Date
Birding Hike
Brazos Bend State Park
Brazos Bend State Park is home to over 300 species of birds; it's the perfect place to bird-watch all year round!