Calendar of Events

Homeschooling

November 2025

Nov 15
10:00a
End Date

Lights Out, Texas at Lake Whitney State Park

Lake Whitney State Park
Join us at Lake Whitney State Park for an engaging and educational journey as we explore the importance of Lights Out, Texas. Discover how simple actions can make a big difference in protecting migratory birds and our local wildlife. Bring your curiosity and love for nature—this event is perfect for all ages! Together, we can help create a brighter, safer future for our feathered friends.
Nov 15
2:00p
End Date

Art in the Park

Cooper State Park - Doctors Creek Unit
Calling all artists! No experience needed.
Nov 15
2:00p
End Date

Junior Ranger Club

Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley State Park
Fun activities for our future Rangers!
Nov 15
6:30p
End Date

Stargazing

Cooper State Park - South Sulphur Unit
Learn about asterisms, constellations, and a meteor shower.
Nov 18
10:00a
End Date

Preschool in the Park: Turkeys

Lockhart State Park
Come explore, create, and sing with us as we learn about our amazing environment!
Nov 19
10:00a
End Date

ONLINE PROGRAM | Ask-the-Expert: Texas A & M AgriLife Nutrition Program

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Join us live to learn the different programs Texas A & M AgriLife hosts in our city.
Nov 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!
Nov 21
6:30p
End Date

Star Party

Galveston Island State Park
Join us for a stellar astronomy program to witness a breathtaking view of the stars!✨
Nov 22
9:00a
End Date

Archery 101

Cooper State Park - South Sulphur Unit
Try archery and learn a lifetime sport. **Registration is required, program limited to 15 participants.**
Nov 22
2:00p
End Date

Nature Journaling

Cooper State Park - Doctors Creek Unit
Take a moment to collect your thoughts.
Nov 22
7:30p
End Date

Our Night Sky

Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley State Park
What makes up our night sky? Is there more than meets the eye? Learn about the celestial bodies that make up the sky and the stories told about them.
Nov 26
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!

December 2025

Dec 4
2:00p
End Date

Homeschool - Habitat Hike

Lake Mineral Wells State Park & Trailway
Bring your kids to an outdoor classroom at Lake Mineral Wells State Park!
Dec 5
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!
Dec 6
2:00p
End Date

Gems of the Universe

Cooper State Park - South Sulphur Unit
The Geminids Meteor shower when and where to see them!
Dec 6
6:30p
End Date

Stargazing

Cooper State Park - Doctors Creek Unit
Enjoy our starry skies!
Dec 9
10:00a
End Date

Nature's Classroom - Home School Program

Davis Mountains State Park
This monthly outdoor education program promises a fun and educational time for kids and parents.
Dec 9
10:00a
End Date

Homeschool Class: Geology

Lockhart State Park
Experience Lockhart State Park as an outdoor classroom in this program for school-age kids! Registration required.
Dec 10
10:00a
End Date

Homeschool Class: Geology

Lockhart State Park
Experience Lockhart State Park as an outdoor classroom in this program for school-age kids! Registration required.
Dec 10
10:00a
End Date

Homeschool Classes at Honey Creek State Natural Area

Honey Creek State Natural Area
Experience Honey Creek State Natural Area as an outdoor classroom in this program for school-age kids!
Dec 10
2:00p
End Date

Homeschool Class: Geology

Lockhart State Park
Experience Lockhart State Park as an outdoor classroom in this program for school-age kids! Registration required.
Dec 11
10:00a
End Date

Homeschool Class: Geology

Lockhart State Park
Experience Lockhart State Park as an outdoor classroom in this program for school-age kids! Registration required.
Dec 11
10:00a
End Date

Homeschool Classes at Honey Creek State Natural Area

Honey Creek State Natural Area
Experience Honey Creek State Natural Area as an outdoor classroom in this program for school-age kids!
Dec 11
10:00a
End Date

Homeschool Program at Blanco State Park

Blanco State Park
Join us for a homeschool program in the park!
Dec 12
10:00a
End Date

Homeschool Classes at Honey Creek State Natural Area

Honey Creek State Natural Area
Experience Honey Creek State Natural Area as an outdoor classroom in this program for school-age kids!
Dec 12
10:00a
End Date

Homeschool Program at Blanco State Park

Blanco State Park
Join us for a homeschool program in the park!
Dec 12
6:00p
End Date

The Lights at Liberty Grove - A Christmas in the Park Event

Cooper State Park - Doctors Creek Unit
Come drive through our Christmas event! The Liberty Grove campground will be decorated for the holiday season.
Dec 13
10:00a
End Date

Rain Deer and a Country Christmas

Cooper State Park - Doctors Creek Unit
Create a winter themed inspired painting.
Dec 13
2:00p
End Date

Rain Deer and a Country Christmas

Cooper State Park - South Sulphur Unit
Create a winter themed inspired painting.
Dec 13
6:00p
End Date

The Lights at Liberty Grove - A Christmas in the Park Event

Cooper State Park - Doctors Creek Unit
Come drive through our Christmas event! The Liberty Grove campground will be decorated for the holiday season.
Dec 16
10:00a
End Date

Preschool in the Park: Birds

Lockhart State Park
Come explore, create, and sing with us as we learn about our amazing environment!
Dec 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!
Dec 18
10:00a
End Date

Homeschool - Birding Walk

Lake Mineral Wells State Park & Trailway
Bring your kids to an outdoor classroom at Lake Mineral Wells State Park!
Dec 20
9:30a
End Date

Archery 101

Cooper State Park - South Sulphur Unit
Try archery and learn a lifetime sport. **Registration is required, program limited to 15 participants.**
Dec 20
10:00a
End Date

Kid's Fishing

Cooper State Park - Doctors Creek Unit
Fishing tales told here!
Dec 20
6:30p
End Date

Star Party

Galveston Island State Park
Join us for a stellar astronomy program to witness a breathtaking view of the stars!✨ Bring your own chair or blanket!

January 2026

Jan 1
8:00a
End Date

First Day Self-guided Hike, Bike and/or Ride!

Cooper State Park - South Sulphur Unit
Join us on New Year's Day to celebrate wellness in nature!
Jan 1
8:00a
End Date

First Day Self-guided Hike!

Cooper State Park - Doctors Creek Unit
Join us on New Year's Day to celebrate wellness in nature!
Jan 1
10:00a
End Date

First Day Hike!

Cooper State Park - South Sulphur Unit
Join us on New Year's Day to celebrate wellness in nature!
Jan 1
2:00p
End Date

First Day Hike!

Cooper State Park - Doctors Creek Unit
Join us on New Year's Day to celebrate wellness in nature!
Jan 2
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!
Jan 7
10:00a
End Date

Log in and Learn

Caprock Canyons State Park & Trailway
Caprock's homeschool friendly online learning!
Jan 13
10:00a
End Date

Nature's Classroom - Home School Program

Davis Mountains State Park
This monthly outdoor education program promises a fun and educational time for kids and parents.
Jan 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!
Jan 29
10:00a
End Date

Homeschool Program

Fort Richardson State Park & Historic Site / Lost Creek Reservoir State Trailway
This educational program promises a fun time for kids and parents.
Jan 30
10:00a
End Date

Homeschool Program

Fort Richardson State Park & Historic Site / Lost Creek Reservoir State Trailway
This educational program promises a fun time for kids and parents.

February 2026

Feb 10
10:00a
End Date

Nature's Classroom - Home School Program

Davis Mountains State Park
This monthly outdoor education program promises a fun and educational time for kids and parents.
Feb 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!

March 2026

Mar 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!
Mar 10
10:00a
End Date

Nature's Classroom - Home School Program

Davis Mountains State Park
This monthly outdoor education program promises a fun and educational time for kids and parents.

April 2026

Apr 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!
Apr 14
10:00a
End Date

Nature's Classroom - Home School Program

Davis Mountains State Park
This monthly outdoor education program promises a fun and educational time for kids and parents.

May 2026

May 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!
May 12
10:00a
End Date

Nature's Classroom - Home School Program

Davis Mountains State Park
This monthly outdoor education program promises a fun and educational time for kids and parents.

June 2026

Jun 5
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!
Jun 9
10:00a
End Date

Nature's Classroom - Home School Program

Davis Mountains State Park
This monthly outdoor education program promises a fun and educational time for kids and parents.