Calendar of Events

Homeschooling

October 2025

Oct 24
9:00a
End Date

Hawk Watch

Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley State Park
Using keen eyesight, binoculars and spotting scopes, watch in awe and help keep count of the many raptors flying over as they continue their migration.
Oct 25
9:00a
End Date

Hawk Watch

Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley State Park
Using keen eyesight, binoculars and spotting scopes, watch in awe and help keep count of the many raptors flying over as they continue their migration.
Oct 25
9:00a
End Date

Fall Guided Hike

Cooper State Park - South Sulphur Unit
It's time for a colorful crunchy leaf filled guided hike.
Oct 25
1:00p
End Date

Fall Kayaking - *CANCELED*

Cooper State Park - Doctors Creek Unit
**Canceled**Enjoy a fall paddle while learning the basics of kayaking.
Oct 25
5:00p
End Date

Boo at the Bog

Fort Boggy State Park
A spooktacular celebration for all ages!
Oct 26
9:00a
End Date

Hawk Watch

Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley State Park
Using keen eyesight, binoculars and spotting scopes, watch in awe and help keep count of the many raptors flying over as they continue their migration.
Oct 26
2:00p
End Date

Trick- or -Tweet

Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley State Park
Create your own eco-friendly bird feeder from pumpkins for Halloween!
Oct 27
9:00a
End Date

Hawk Watch

Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley State Park
Using keen eyesight, binoculars and spotting scopes, watch in awe and help keep count of the many raptors flying over as they continue their migration.
Oct 28
9:00a
End Date

Hawk Watch

Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley State Park
Using keen eyesight, binoculars and spotting scopes, watch in awe and help keep count of the many raptors flying over as they continue their migration.
Oct 29
9:00a
End Date

Hawk Watch

Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley State Park
Using keen eyesight, binoculars and spotting scopes, watch in awe and help keep count of the many raptors flying over as they continue their migration.
Oct 30
9:00a
End Date

Hawk Watch

Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley State Park
Using keen eyesight, binoculars and spotting scopes, watch in awe and help keep count of the many raptors flying over as they continue their migration.
Oct 30
10:00a
End Date

Homeschool Program

Fort Richardson State Park & Historic Site / Lost Creek Reservoir State Trailway
This outdoor education program promises a fun time for kids and parents.
Oct 30
7:00p
End Date

Arachineers: Spooky Spider Science

Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley State Park
Discover the amazing world of spiders in this hands-on program where nature meets engineering!
Oct 31
9:00a
End Date

Hawk Watch

Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley State Park
Using keen eyesight, binoculars and spotting scopes, watch in awe and help keep count of the many raptors flying over as they continue their migration.

November 2025

Nov 1
9:00a
End Date

Park of the Dead

Celebrate Dia de los Muertos at BRGVSP!
Nov 1
10:00a
End Date

Fall Hike

Cooper State Park - Doctors Creek Unit
Crunchy leaves and cooler tempuratures make for an enjoyable outing.
Nov 1
2:00p
End Date

Fall Hike

Cooper State Park - South Sulphur Unit
It's time for a colorful crunchy leaf filled guided hike.
Nov 4
10:00a
End Date

Homeschool Class: Soil

Lockhart State Park
Experience Lockhart State Park as an outdoor classroom in this program for school-age kids! Registration required.
Nov 5
10:00a
End Date

Homeschool Class: Soil

Lockhart State Park
Experience Lockhart State Park as an outdoor classroom in this program for school-age kids! Registration required.
Nov 5
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!
Nov 5
2:00p
End Date

Homeschool Class: Soil

Lockhart State Park
Experience Lockhart State Park as an outdoor classroom in this program for school-age kids! Registration required.
Nov 6
10:00a
End Date

Homeschool Class: Soil

Lockhart State Park
Experience Lockhart State Park as an outdoor classroom in this program for school-age kids! Registration required.
Nov 6
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!
Nov 7
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!
Nov 8
9:00a
End Date

Fishing with the Ranger

Cooper State Park - South Sulphur Unit
Fish tales told here!
Nov 11
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.
Nov 12
10:00a
End Date

Log in and Learn

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

Homeschool Program at Blanco State Park

Blanco State Park
Join us for a homeschool program in the park!
Nov 14
10:00a
End Date

Homeschool Program at Blanco State Park

Blanco State Park
Join us for a homeschool program in the park!
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 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.**

December 2025

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 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!

January 2026

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 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 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 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 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.