Homeschooling
July 2026
Jul
24
9:00a
End Date
Jul
24
8:00p
End Date
Night Ride
Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley State Park
Join a park naturalist and explore the park after dark. RESERVATIONS ARE REQUIRED. Please call (956) 584-9156 to save your spot!
Jul
25
10:00a
End Date
Jul
25
10:30a
End Date
Crafts with a Ranger at Lake Whitney State Park
Lake Whitney State Park
Join us for a fun, hands-on day of creativity and nature-inspired crafting! We'll be hosting TWO craft sessions behind HQ's office. Come make something memorable, learn a little about nature knowledge along the way, and enjoy a relaxing time outdoors with family and friends.
Jul
25
8:00p
End Date
Light Trapping for Moths
Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley State Park
Join a park naturalist and learn about light trapping to attract bugs. Get tips on where to look for moths and other insects, how to start to identify these diverse creatures, and see some of the local moths that can be found at Bentsen!
Jul
25
8:45p
End Date
Stargazing
Cooper State Park - South Sulphur Unit
Twinkle, twinkle little star. I wish I may, I wish I might, wish upon a star tonight!
Jul
25
9:30p
End Date
Jul
26
2:00p
End Date
August 2026
Aug
2
9:00a
End Date
Aug
6
10:00a
End Date
Reading With a Ranger
Woodville, TX - Alan Shivers Library
Come hang out with a Ranger at the Alan Shivers Library in Woodville!
Aug
6
7:45p
End Date
Sunset Watercolors🎨
Galveston Island State Park
Join us for an unforgettable evening of nature, art, and beauty!
Aug
14
10:00a
End Date
Junior Ranger Day :)
Caprock Canyons State Park & Trailway
Back to School! - Join us for a come-and-go program at the Visitor Center Pavilion!
Aug
15
11:00a
End Date
Aug
16
9:00a
End Date
Aug
19
10:30a
End Date
Reading Ranger
Buescher State Park
Join Ranger Madalyn at the Smithville Public Library for themed book readings and a craft! All ages welcome!
Aug
23
9:00a
End Date
La Mer: A French Soundscape with Wild Notes🎼
Galveston Island State Park
Join the Wild Notes Foundation cellist for a morning of French music inspired by water, light, and the ocean's endless movement.🎻
Aug
29
10:00a
End Date
Junior Rangers Day :)
Caprock Canyons State Park & Trailway
Back to School! - Join us for a come-and-go program at the Visitor Center Pavilion!
Aug
30
9:00a
End Date
September 2026
Sep
3
10:00a
End Date
Reading With a Ranger
Woodville, TX - Alan Shivers Library
Come hang out with a Ranger at the Alan Shivers Library in Woodville!
Sep
10
10:00a
End Date
Sep
13
9:00a
End Date
Sep
16
10:30a
End Date
Reading Ranger
Buescher State Park
Join Ranger Madalyn at the Smithville Public Library for themed book readings and a craft! All ages welcome!
Sep
27
9:00a
End Date
October 2026
Oct
1
10:00a
End Date
Reading With a Ranger
Woodville, TX - Alan Shivers Library
Come hang out with a Ranger at the Alan Shivers Library in Woodville!
Oct
15
10:00a
End Date
Oct
21
10:30a
End Date
Reading Ranger
Buescher State Park
Join Ranger Madalyn at the Smithville Public Library for themed book readings and a craft! All ages welcome!
November 2026
Nov
7
10:00a
End Date
Lost Pines Wildlife Habitat Day
Bastrop State Park
Experience wildlife of the Lost Pines! Join in on interactive booths, activities, live wildlife, informational presentations and more at this free event at Bastrop State Park!
Nov
13
9:00a
End Date
Living History Days
Fort Richardson State Park & Historic Site / Lost Creek Reservoir State Trailway
History comes to life at Fort Richardson!
Nov
13
1:00p
End Date
Homeschool Living History Afternoon
Fort Richardson State Park & Historic Site / Lost Creek Reservoir State Trailway
History comes to life at Fort Richardson!
Nov
14
9:00a
End Date
Living History Days
Fort Richardson State Park & Historic Site / Lost Creek Reservoir State Trailway
History comes to life at Fort Richardson!
Nov
18
10:30a
End Date
Reading Ranger
Buescher State Park
Join Ranger Madalyn at the Smithville Public Library for themed book readings and a craft! All ages welcome!
December 2026
Dec
12
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!
Dec
16
10:30a
End Date
Reading Ranger
Buescher State Park
Join Ranger Madalyn at the Smithville Public Library for themed book readings and a craft! All ages welcome!
January 2027
Jan
20
10:30a
End Date
Reading Ranger
Buescher State Park
Join Ranger Madalyn at the Smithville Public Library for themed book readings and a craft! All ages welcome!
February 2027
Feb
17
10:30a
End Date
Reading Ranger
Buescher State Park
Join Ranger Madalyn at the Smithville Public Library for themed book readings and a craft! All ages welcome!
March 2027
Mar
17
10:30a
End Date
Reading Ranger
Buescher State Park
Join Ranger Madalyn at the Smithville Public Library for themed book readings and a craft! All ages welcome!
April 2027
Apr
21
10:30a
End Date
Reading Ranger
Buescher State Park
Join Ranger Madalyn at the Smithville Public Library for themed book readings and a craft! All ages welcome!
May 2027
May
19
10:30a
End Date
Reading Ranger
Buescher State Park
Join Ranger Madalyn at the Smithville Public Library for themed book readings and a craft! All ages welcome!
June 2027
Jun
16
10:30a
End Date
Reading Ranger
Buescher State Park
Join Ranger Madalyn at the Smithville Public Library for themed book readings and a craft! All ages welcome!
July 2027
Jul
21
10:30a
End Date
Reading Ranger
Buescher State Park
Join Ranger Madalyn at the Smithville Public Library for themed book readings and a craft! All ages welcome!