Kids
Kid-focused events that explore nature and history of Texas state parks.
We provide tools to help kids learn and explore through the Junior Ranger Program.
May 2026
May
13
10:00a
End Date
Homeschool Classes at the Park
Guadalupe River State Park
Experience Guadalupe River State Park as an outdoor classroom in this program for school-age kids!
May
13
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
14
10:00a
End Date
Homeschool Classes at the Park
Guadalupe River State Park
Experience Guadalupe River State Park as an outdoor classroom in this program for school-age kids!
May
14
11:00a
End Date
Visitor Center (Castle) Hours
Lake Corpus Christi State Park
Learning about natural and cultural resources combine at the historic Castle / Refectory!
May
15
10:00a
End Date
Homeschool Classes at the Park
Guadalupe River State Park
Experience Guadalupe River State Park as an outdoor classroom in this program for school-age kids!
May
15
11:00a
End Date
Visitor Center (Castle) Hours
Lake Corpus Christi State Park
Learning about natural and cultural resources combine at the historic Castle / Refectory!
May
15
2:00p
End Date
May
15
2:30p
End Date
May
16
9:00a
End Date
Learn to Fish - College Station
College Station, TX - Lick Creek Park
Learn to fish at this fun, FREE, family event!
May
16
9:00a
End Date
Nest Quest
Government Canyon State Natural Area
Kids will learn how to identify common birds and practice with binoculars on this ranger-led bird walk.
May
16
9:00a
End Date
Geocaching 101
Lake Whitney State Park
What is Geocaching? It is the ultimate treasure hunt! This outdoor adventure has participants use the Geocaching app and/or a GPS device to navigate to cleverly hidden containers called geocaches. There are millions of geocaches in 190 countries waiting to be discovered—there are some near you right now. Let's start this treasure hunt!
May
16
9:00a
End Date
Mini Fish #5 and #6
Lake Corpus Christi State Park
Fishing Competition for ages 5-12. Free rods to take home with participation!
May
16
10:00a
End Date
Skins, Skulls, Scales and Scat
Pedernales Falls State Park
What can we learn about wildlife from what they leave behind?
May
16
10:00a
End Date
May
16
10:00a
End Date
Junior Ranger Academy - Boater Safety Edition
Goose Island State Park
Celebrate National Safe Boating Week with Ranger Sara and Officer Malone!
May
16
10:00a
End Date
Pioneer Toys and Games
Mission Tejas State Park
Swing by the park Visitor Center for a time of fun and play with toys and games that the pioneer kids did!
May
16
10:00a
End Date
May
16
10:00a
End Date
Fishing with a Ranger
Lake Casa Blanca International State Park
Have you ever wanted to learn how to fish but don't know how to get started?
May
16
10:00a
End Date
10 Essentials Survival Game
Goliad State Park & Historic Site
Think you have what it takes to survive?
May
16
11:00a
End Date
Visitor Center (Castle) Hours
Lake Corpus Christi State Park
Learning about natural and cultural resources combine at the historic Castle / Refectory!
May
16
11:00a
End Date
Junior Rangers
Daingerfield State Park
Learn how to become an environmental hero and earn your Junior Ranger badge with our Park Rangers!
May
16
11:00a
End Date
May
16
2:00p
End Date
Return of the Black Bear
Davis Mountains State Park
Black bears are returning to their native land here in the Trans-Pecos. Do you know how to live in harmony with these fascinating creatures?
May
16
2:00p
End Date
Identifying Heat Illness and the Ten Essentials
Cooper State Park - Doctors Creek Unit
Is it Heat Illness? Whoa, I feel dizzy....
May
16
2:00p
End Date
May
16
3:00p
End Date
May
16
3:00p
End Date
May
16
8:00p
End Date
Stargazing
Cooper State Park - South Sulphur Unit
Starry nights are seen out here. I wish I may, I wish I might, wish upon a star tonight!
May
16
8:00p
End Date
Create a Constellation
Dinosaur Valley State Park
Join a ranger for some constellation story tales. Then get creative and write your own story in the stars!
May
17
9:00a
End Date
Skins and Skulls
Goliad State Park & Historic Site
Get up close and personal with some of the animals of Goliad State Park by looking at, and feeling, their fur, talons, and teeth!
May
17
10:00a
End Date
Nature Journaling
Stephen F. Austin State Park
Unlock your creativity and connect with the natural world in a whole new way!
May
17
10:30a
End Date
May
17
11:00a
End Date
Visitor Center (Castle) Hours
Lake Corpus Christi State Park
Learning about natural and cultural resources combine at the historic Castle / Refectory!
May
17
1:00p
End Date
May
19
9:00a
End Date
May
21
9:00a
End Date
Hike With Homeless Dogs
Davis Mountains State Park
Give a local shelter dog have a great time on the trail and possibly meet your new forever friend.
May
21
9:00a
End Date
Homeschool Discovery Morning
Fort Richardson State Park & Historic Site / Lost Creek Reservoir State Trailway
Join us for Homeschool Discovery Morning here at the Fort!
May
21
11:00a
End Date
Visitor Center (Castle) Hours
Lake Corpus Christi State Park
Learning about natural and cultural resources combine at the historic Castle / Refectory!
May
22
10:00a
End Date
History of Piñatas
Goliad State Park & Historic Site
Now a common party activity, piñatas weren't always just fun and games! Come learn the fascinating history of piñatas and their link to Spanish missions.
May
22
10:00a
End Date
May
22
11:00a
End Date
Visitor Center (Castle) Hours
Lake Corpus Christi State Park
Learning about natural and cultural resources combine at the historic Castle / Refectory!
May
22
11:00a
End Date
Dino Story Time
Dinosaur Valley State Park
Join a ranger to hear a nature-themed story followed by an activity or craft.
May
22
8:00p
End Date
May
23
9:00a
End Date
Insectigation Hike
Government Canyon State Natural Area
What's bugging you? Let's take a hike to observe some of the little things that are really running the world.
May
23
9:00a
End Date
Patriotic Duck Hunt at Lake Whitney State Park
Lake Whitney State Park
Celebrate Memorial Day Weekend with a fun and family friendly Patriotic Duck Hunt! Start your adventure at HQ, where you’ll pick up your instruction sheet. From there, head down to the Two Bridges Trail, scan the clue, and begin your hunt!
May
23
9:00a
End Date
May
23
9:00a
End Date
Guinea Grass Pull Party
Goose Island State Park
Help us remove invasive Guinea grass from the Big Tree Natural Area!
May
23
10:00a
End Date
Fire Through Our Forest - Guided Hike
Bastrop State Park
Fire in the woods is natural and necessary find out how and why on this guided hike.
May
23
10:00a
End Date
Trail Mix: Edible Plants Guided Hike
Buescher State Park
Hit the trails with a Lost Pines Master Naturalist on a fun guided hike!
May
23
10:00a
End Date
What's in the Water?
Lake Casa Blanca International State Park
Ever wondered what kind of fish and small organisms make Lake Casa Blanca their home?
May
23
10:00a
End Date
May
23
10:00a
End Date
May
23
10:00a
End Date
Skins and Skulls
Cooper State Park - Doctors Creek Unit
Get an inside look at some of the mammals of the park.
May
23
10:00a
End Date
Jr. Ranger Explorers
Purtis Creek State Park
Learn about Leave No Trace and explore the wonders of nature!
May
23
10:00a
End Date
May
23
10:00a
End Date
Guided Hike
Stephen F. Austin State Park
Join our Interpretive Ranger on a hike to learn about our native flora and fauna.
May
23
11:00a
End Date
Visitor Center (Castle) Hours
Lake Corpus Christi State Park
Learning about natural and cultural resources combine at the historic Castle / Refectory!
May
23
11:00a
End Date
Wildcraft: Wading Birds!
Brazos Bend State Park
Join us to learn about wading birds through story and get creative making crafts!
May
23
1:00p
End Date
May
23
1:00p
End Date
Backyard Bass
Dinosaur Valley State Park
Learn the basics of fishing with this kid-friendly activity!
Have you ever wondered if you can keep that fish you just caught? Well, come learn how we fissure that out by learning the basics of the rod, the reel, how to cast, and how to look up our fish.
May
23
1:00p
End Date
May
23
2:00p
End Date
Skins and Skulls
Cooper State Park - South Sulphur Unit
Get an inside look at a few of the local mammals.
May
23
8:00p
End Date
Flint & Steel Fire Starting
Lake Livingston State Park
Learn how to use flint & steel fire starters!
May
24
9:00a
End Date
Aranama Nature Trail Hike
Goliad State Park & Historic Site
Explore the flora, fauna, and history of Goliad State Park on this ranger-led 1/3-mile hike.
May
24
9:00a
End Date
May
24
10:00a
End Date
Nature Journaling
Stephen F. Austin State Park
Unlock your creativity and connect with the natural world in a whole new way!
May
24
10:00a
End Date
Art in the Park
Cooper State Park - South Sulphur Unit
Create a work of art by painting yourself into nature.
May
24
11:00a
End Date
Visitor Center (Castle) Hours
Lake Corpus Christi State Park
Learning about natural and cultural resources combine at the historic Castle / Refectory!
May
24
1:00p
End Date
May
24
1:00p
End Date
Fishing for Beginners
Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley State Park
Get certified! Become a bona fide angler with Bentsen State Park. Open to all ages.
May
24
1:00p
End Date
May
24
1:30p
End Date
May
24
2:00p
End Date
May
27
10:00a
End Date
Stream Safari
Lockhart State Park
Wear your favorite water shoes, and join us to meet the residents of Clear Fork Creek!
May
28
11:00a
End Date
Visitor Center (Castle) Hours
Lake Corpus Christi State Park
Learning about natural and cultural resources combine at the historic Castle / Refectory!
May
28
3:00p
End Date
Critters of East Texas
Lake Livingston State Park
Explore the diversity of local mammals and reptiles.
May
29
10:00a
End Date
Wildlife Discovery
Lake Casa Blanca International State Park
Learn from a ranger about the different wild animals at the park and how to be safe around them!
May
29
11:00a
End Date
Visitor Center (Castle) Hours
Lake Corpus Christi State Park
Learning about natural and cultural resources combine at the historic Castle / Refectory!
May
29
2:00p
End Date
Desert Snakes and Creepy Crawlies
Davis Mountains State Park
Don't be scared...be curious!! Come learn about the "scary" critters inhabiting our park.
May
29
2:00p
End Date
May
29
2:30p
End Date
May
29
6:00p
End Date
Edible Plant Walk
Lake Corpus Christi State Park
Discover what fruits and flowers helped sustain the human race before the invention of Walmart.
May
29
8:00p
End Date
May
29
8:30p
End Date
UV Night Hike
Dinosaur Valley State Park
See Dinosaur Valley in a new light by finding out what nocturnal critters glow under UV!
May
30
8:30a
End Date
Birding 101 Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to learn about our feathered friends in the park!
May
30
9:00a
End Date
Mini Fish #5 and #6
Lake Corpus Christi State Park
Fishing Competition for ages 5-12. Free rods to take home with participation!
May
30
9:00a
End Date
FREE: Girls’ Outdoor Workshop
Lockhart State Park
Join us for a FREE outdoor skills workshop exclusively for girls ages 10-18! Registration required.
May
30
9:00a
End Date
Boaters Education Course (Registration Required)
Goose Island State Park
This course is required for those that wish to operate certain vessels on the public waterways of Texas.
May
30
9:00a
End Date
Fishing with a Ranger
Pedernales Falls State Park
Come learn how to fish on the Pedernales with a loaner rod or bring your own!
May
30
10:00a
End Date
Guided Hike
Stephen F. Austin State Park
Join our Interpretive Ranger on a hike to learn about our native flora and fauna.
May
30
10:00a
End Date
May
30
10:00a
End Date
May
30
10:30a
End Date
Virginia Reel 101!
Mission Tejas State Park
Bring your dancing shoes and explore one of the most classic dances of the Pioneer days!
May
30
11:00a
End Date
Visitor Center (Castle) Hours
Lake Corpus Christi State Park
Learning about natural and cultural resources combine at the historic Castle / Refectory!
May
30
11:00a
End Date
Wildcraft: Alligators!
Brazos Bend State Park
Join us to learn about alligators through storytime and get creative making crafts!
May
30
1:00p
End Date
May
30
2:00p
End Date
May
30
3:00p
End Date
May
30
3:00p
End Date
May
30
8:00p
End Date
May
31
9:00a
End Date
May
31
9:00a
End Date
Plants of the Mission
Goliad State Park & Historic Site
Explore how Native Americans utilized the plants in the area for food, clothing, tools, and more!
May
31
10:00a
End Date
Nature Journaling
Stephen F. Austin State Park
Unlock your creativity and connect with the natural world in a whole new way!
May
31
11:00a
End Date
Visitor Center (Castle) Hours
Lake Corpus Christi State Park
Learning about natural and cultural resources combine at the historic Castle / Refectory!
May
31
1:00p
End Date
May
31
2:00p
End Date
Knots for Everyday Use
Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley State Park
Master the art of knots and transform ordinary situations into extraordinary solutions with the timeless skill of knot tying.
June 2026
Jun
4
9:00a
End Date
Hike With Homeless Dogs
Davis Mountains State Park
Give a local shelter dog have a great time on the trail and possibly meet your new forever friend.
Jun
6
End Date
Annual Mark Howell Memorial Fishing Rodeo
Lake Arrowhead State Park
It's time for our annual kid fish and adult rough fish contest!
Jun
6
8:30a
End Date
Family Stroll
Government Canyon State Natural Area
Start your kids out on the right foot enjoying the outdoors! Join dedicated volunteers on a FUN and easy family-friendly walk.
Jun
6
9:00a
End Date
Take a Walk in the Wild - National Trails Day
Cooper State Park - South Sulphur Unit
Happy National Trails Day®! Be a part of the nation’s largest trails event by leaving the trails better than you found them. Any trail. Anywhere. Take the @AmericanHiking #NationalTrailsDay Pledge and learn more about how to get involved today!
Jun
6
10:00a
End Date
Jun
6
11:00a
End Date
Free Fishing Day & Kerrville-Schriener Park Community Day
Kerrville, TX - Kerrville-Schriener Park
Bring the whole family out for a fun, free day of fishing!
Jun
6
3:00p
End Date
Twisting Tradition: Making Rope from Yucca
Fort Richardson State Park & Historic Site / Lost Creek Reservoir State Trailway
Ever wondered how people made rope before modern materials?
Jun
7
10:00a
End Date
Skins, Skulls, Scales, & Tails
Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
Stop by our interactive table and learn about some of the common creatures of Enchanted Rock, as well as safety tips on what to do if you encounter them while hiking.
Jun
9
10:00a
End Date
Nature's Classroom Homeschool Program
Davis Mountains State Park
This monthly outdoor education program promises a fun and educational time for kids and parents.
Jun
10
9:00a
End Date
Library Day at TFFC
Texas Freshwater Fisheries Center
TFFC is collaborating with Henderson County Public Library to bring you a day for all things books and fish. Bring your library card and get in free!
Jun
13
8:00a
End Date
Bird Outing
Lake Arrowhead State Park
Join the Texas Master Naturalists: Rolling Plains chapter to look for birds
Jun
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!
Jun
18
9:00a
End Date
Hike With Homeless Dogs
Davis Mountains State Park
Give a local shelter dog have a great time on the trail and possibly meet your new forever friend.
Jun
27
9:00a
End Date
Enchanting Junior Ranger Academy
Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
Come join our Junior Ranger Academy and learn how to protect the outdoors, leave no trace, and hike like a park ranger.
Jun
27
2:00p
End Date
July 2026
Jul
2
9:00a
End Date
Hike With Homeless Dogs
Davis Mountains State Park
Give a local shelter dog have a great time on the trail and possibly meet your new forever friend.
Jul
4
8:30a
End Date
Guided Summit Hike
Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
Join a ranger or volunteer for a morning hike on our most popular trail.
Jul
4
10:00a
End Date
First Saturday Hike
Stephen F. Austin State Park
Explore the Wonders of the forest on a fun and informative guided hike.
Jul
4
10:00a
End Date
American 250th: Artillery Demo
Fort Richardson State Park & Historic Site / Lost Creek Reservoir State Trailway
Join us for this 4th of July celebration as we fire the cannons, display firearms, and watch military drills conducted by our reenactors.
Jul
11
8:30a
End Date
Guided Summit Hike
Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
Join a ranger or volunteer for a morning hike on our most popular trail.
Jul
15
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!
Jul
16
9:00a
End Date
Hike With Homeless Dogs
Davis Mountains State Park
Give a local shelter dog have a great time on the trail and possibly meet your new forever friend.
Jul
18
8:30a
End Date
Guided Summit Hike
Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
Join a ranger or volunteer for a morning hike on our most popular trail.
Jul
18
9:00a
End Date
Habitat Hike
Government Canyon State Natural Area
Go “shopping” for wildlife habitat with a ranger at Government Canyon State Natural Area.
Jul
18
11:00a
End Date
Sea Center Shark Celebration
Sea Center Texas
See and touch real shark specimens; chat with shark experts; participate in a Shark Scavenger Hunt (prizes for the first 100 winners); search for shark teeth in the sand pit; get your face painted; create a shark-themed craft; purchase snacks from vendors; and more!
Jul
25
8:30a
End Date
Guided Summit Hike
Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
Join a ranger or volunteer for a morning hike on our most popular trail.
Jul
25
9:00a
End Date
Enchanting Junior Ranger Academy
Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
Come join our Junior Ranger Academy and learn how to protect the outdoors, leave no trace, and hike like a park ranger.
Jul
25
9:00a
End Date
Junior Ranger Academy
Government Canyon State Natural Area
Explore the trails at Government Canyon with a ranger and earn your Junior Ranger badge.
Jul
30
9:00a
End Date
Hike With Homeless Dogs
Davis Mountains State Park
Give a local shelter dog have a great time on the trail and possibly meet your new forever friend.
August 2026
Aug
1
8:30a
End Date
Guided Summit Hike
Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
Join a ranger or volunteer for a morning hike on our most popular trail.
Aug
1
10:00a
End Date
First Saturday Hike
Stephen F. Austin State Park
Explore the Wonders of the forest on a fun and informative guided hike.
Aug
6
9:00a
End Date
Hike With Homeless Dogs
Davis Mountains State Park
Give a local shelter dog have a great time on the trail and possibly meet your new forever friend.
Aug
8
8:30a
End Date
Guided Summit Hike
Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
Join a ranger or volunteer for a morning hike on our most popular trail.
Aug
15
End Date
National Geocaching Day
Guadalupe River State Park
Join fellow park visitors in enjoying geocaching!
Aug
15
8:30a
End Date
Guided Summit Hike
Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
Join a ranger or volunteer for a morning hike on our most popular trail.
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
20
9:00a
End Date
Hike With Homeless Dogs
Davis Mountains State Park
Give a local shelter dog have a great time on the trail and possibly meet your new forever friend.
Aug
22
8:30a
End Date
Guided Summit Hike
Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
Join a ranger or volunteer for a morning hike on our most popular trail.
Aug
22
9:00a
End Date
Enchanting Junior Ranger Academy
Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
Come join our Junior Ranger Academy and learn how to protect the outdoors, leave no trace, and hike like a park ranger.
Aug
29
8:30a
End Date
Guided Summit Hike
Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
Join a ranger or volunteer for a morning hike on our most popular trail.
Aug
29
10:00a
End Date
Fun & Games at the Farm for LBJ's 117th Birthday Celebration
Lyndon B. Johnson State Park & Historic Site
Come celebrate Lyndon B. Johnson's birthday early with us at the Sauer-Beckmann Farm!
September 2026
Sep
5
8:30a
End Date
Family Stroll
Government Canyon State Natural Area
Start your kids out on the right foot enjoying the outdoors! Join dedicated volunteers on a FUN and easy family-friendly walk.
Sep
5
8:30a
End Date
Guided Summit Hike
Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
Join a ranger or volunteer for a morning hike on our most popular trail.
Sep
5
10:00a
End Date
First Saturday Hike
Stephen F. Austin State Park
Explore the Wonders of the forest on a fun and informative guided hike.
Sep
12
8:30a
End Date
Guided Summit Hike
Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
Join a ranger or volunteer for a morning hike on our most popular trail.
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
19
8:30a
End Date
Guided Summit Hike
Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
Join a ranger or volunteer for a morning hike on our most popular trail.
Sep
26
8:30a
End Date
Guided Summit Hike
Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
Join a ranger or volunteer for a morning hike on our most popular trail.
October 2026
Oct
3
10:00a
End Date
First Saturday Hike
Stephen F. Austin State Park
Explore the Wonders of the forest on a fun and informative guided hike.
Oct
17
5:00p
End Date
Boo in the Park 2026
Lake Tawakoni State Park
Welcome to our annual "Boo in the Park" celebration! Come out to see the decorated campsites and trick or treat!
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!
Oct
24
5:00p
End Date
Trick or Treating in the Park
Fort Richardson State Park & Historic Site / Lost Creek Reservoir State Trailway
Get ready for a spook-tacular time at our annual Trick-or-Treat in the Park!
Oct
31
4:00p
End Date
November 2026
Nov
7
10:00a
End Date
First Saturday Hike
Stephen F. Austin State Park
Explore the Wonders of the forest on a fun and informative guided hike.
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
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
14
7:00p
End Date
Star Party in the Park
Lake Whitney State Park
Enjoy an evening in the park as you explore the galaxy by star maps, laser pointers and telescope. Retired national park ranger/astronomer Larry Smith will guide you through the planets, moon and stars with fascinating facts.
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
5
10:00a
End Date
First Saturday Hike
Stephen F. Austin State Park
Explore the Wonders of the forest on a fun and informative guided hike.
Dec
12
1:00p
End Date
Lakeside Christmas
Fort Parker State Park
A Fort Parker State Park tradition! Take pics with Santa, make ornaments, play games galore! Win prizes!
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!
Dec
31
6:30p
End Date
New Year's Eve: Night Hike
Fort Parker State Park
Take a New Year’s night hike with a Fort Parker State Park ranger! Explore the 1/2-mile Bur Oak Nature Trail and see what you might with an awesome black light!
January 2027
Jan
2
10:00a
End Date
First Saturday Hike
Stephen F. Austin State Park
Explore the Wonders of the forest on a fun and informative guided hike.
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
6
10:00a
End Date
First Saturday Hike
Stephen F. Austin State Park
Explore the Wonders of the forest on a fun and informative guided hike.
Feb
13
9:00a
End Date
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
6
10:00a
End Date
First Saturday Hike
Stephen F. Austin State Park
Explore the Wonders of the forest on a fun and informative guided hike.
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
3
10:00a
End Date
First Saturday Hike
Stephen F. Austin State Park
Explore the Wonders of the forest on a fun and informative guided hike.
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
1
10:00a
End Date
First Saturday Hike
Stephen F. Austin State Park
Explore the Wonders of the forest on a fun and informative guided hike.
May
8
10:00a
End Date
Lakeside Legacy Event
Fort Parker State Park
FREE family-friendly event featuring archery, boat tours, baby gators, snakes, owls, face painting, Dutch oven cooking demonstration, soldiers, cowboys and much much more!!!
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
5
10:00a
End Date
First Saturday Hike
Stephen F. Austin State Park
Explore the Wonders of the forest on a fun and informative guided hike.
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!
December 2027
Dec
11
1:00p
End Date
Lakeside Christmas
Fort Parker State Park
A Fort Parker State Park tradition! Take pics with Santa, make ornaments, play games galore! Win prizes!
Dec
31
6:30p
End Date
New Year's Eve: Night Hike
Fort Parker State Park
Take a New Year’s night hike with a Fort Parker State Park ranger! Explore the 1/2-mile Bur Oak Nature Trail and see what you might with an awesome black light!
February 2028
Feb
12
9:00a
End Date
May 2028
May
13
10:00a
End Date
Lakeside Legacy Event
Fort Parker State Park
FREE family-friendly event featuring archery, boat tours, baby gators, snakes, owls, face painting, Dutch oven cooking demonstration, soldiers, cowboys and much much more!!!
December 2028
Dec
9
1:00p
End Date
Lakeside Christmas
Fort Parker State Park
A Fort Parker State Park tradition! Take pics with Santa, make ornaments, play games galore! Win prizes!
Dec
31
6:30p
End Date
New Year's Eve: Night Hike
Fort Parker State Park
Take a New Year’s night hike with a Fort Parker State Park ranger! Explore the 1/2-mile Bur Oak Nature Trail and see what you might with an awesome black light!
February 2029
Feb
10
9:00a
End Date
May 2029
May
12
10:00a
End Date
Lakeside Legacy Event
Fort Parker State Park
FREE family-friendly event featuring archery, boat tours, baby gators, snakes, owls, face painting, Dutch oven cooking demonstration, soldiers, cowboys and much much more!!!
December 2029
Dec
8
1:00p
End Date
Lakeside Christmas
Fort Parker State Park
A Fort Parker State Park tradition! Take pics with Santa, make ornaments, play games galore! Win prizes!
Dec
31
6:30p
End Date
New Year's Eve: Night Hike
Fort Parker State Park
Take a New Year’s night hike with a Fort Parker State Park ranger! Explore the 1/2-mile Bur Oak Nature Trail and see what you might with an awesome black light!
February 2030
Feb
9
9:00a
End Date
May 2030
May
11
10:00a
End Date
Lakeside Legacy Event
Fort Parker State Park
FREE family-friendly event featuring archery, boat tours, baby gators, snakes, owls, face painting, Dutch oven cooking demonstration, soldiers, cowboys and much much more!!!
December 2030
Dec
14
1:00p
End Date
Lakeside Christmas
Fort Parker State Park
A Fort Parker State Park tradition! Take pics with Santa, make ornaments, play games galore! Win prizes!
Dec
31
6:30p
End Date
New Year's Eve: Night Hike
Fort Parker State Park
Take a New Year’s night hike with a Fort Parker State Park ranger! Explore the 1/2-mile Bur Oak Nature Trail and see what you might with an awesome black light!
February 2031
Feb
8
9:00a
End Date
May 2031
May
10
10:00a
End Date
Lakeside Legacy Event
Fort Parker State Park
FREE family-friendly event featuring archery, boat tours, baby gators, snakes, owls, face painting, Dutch oven cooking demonstration, soldiers, cowboys and much much more!!!
December 2031
Dec
13
1:00p
End Date
Lakeside Christmas
Fort Parker State Park
A Fort Parker State Park tradition! Take pics with Santa, make ornaments, play games galore! Win prizes!
Dec
31
6:30p
End Date
New Year's Eve: Night Hike
Fort Parker State Park
Take a New Year’s night hike with a Fort Parker State Park ranger! Explore the 1/2-mile Bur Oak Nature Trail and see what you might with an awesome black light!
February 2032
Feb
14
9:00a
End Date
May 2032
May
8
10:00a
End Date
Lakeside Legacy Event
Fort Parker State Park
FREE family-friendly event featuring archery, boat tours, baby gators, snakes, owls, face painting, Dutch oven cooking demonstration, soldiers, cowboys and much much more!!!
December 2032
Dec
31
6:30p
End Date
New Year's Eve: Night Hike
Fort Parker State Park
Take a New Year’s night hike with a Fort Parker State Park ranger! Explore the 1/2-mile Bur Oak Nature Trail and see what you might with an awesome black light!
February 2033
Feb
12
9:00a
End Date