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.
September 2018
Sep
21
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Texas State Forest Festival
Lufkin, TX - George H. Henderson, Jr. Exposition Center
TPWD will have an educational booth set up at the Texas State Forest Festival in Lufkin, TX.
Sep
26
End Date
Choke Canyon Bird and Wildlife Tracks
Choke Canyon State Park - Calliham Unit
Do you want to become an expert tracker? Get started by coming to this introductory program to learn how to identify some common Texas wildlife tracks and have some fun with arts and crafts!
Sep
27
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Tyke Hike
Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley State Park
Share the enjoyment of the outdoors with your kids while learning about the animals of Bentsen!
Sep
27
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Home School Days
Village Creek State Park
Looking for a fun place to bring your home school children to learn about nature and the outdoors? Have we got the place for you!
Each month we will explore a different topic in a hands-on, educational, and fun hour or so of learning guaranteed to get your child excited about animals, plants, and the world around them.
Our first Home school Day will be Thursday, September 27th from 10 am until noon. We will be learning about animal adaptations by doing some bone sleuthing with a hands-on study of skulls and bones. We’ll end with a fun craft activity to check out what they learned.
Sep
27
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Tram Tour
Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley State Park
Join us while we explore Bentsen State Park from the comfort of an electric park shuttle.
Sep
28
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The Search for Bigfoot
Daingerfield State Park
Join us on our 2nd annual Search for Bigfoot weekend!
Sep
28
End Date
Moms + Tots
Franklin Mountains State Park
Grab your boots! Grab your kid! Load up on snacks! Join other moms looking to spend quality time outdoors with their little ones. Reservations required; to reserve your spot, call the office at (915) 566-6441 Monday-Friday from 8:00am to 4:00pm.
Sep
28
End Date
Choke Canyon Nature Walk
Choke Canyon State Park - Calliham Unit
Join our interpretive park ranger on this short guided hike as we explore all that nature and wildlife have to offer within Choke Canyon State Park.
Sep
28
End Date
2018 State Fair of Texas
Dallas, TX - Fair Park
A tradition since 1886, the State Fair of Texas has something for everyone.
Sep
28
End Date
Facebook Live - Ask a Ranger!
Lake Livingston State Park
Join Ranger Joel and other park staff each week for a live Facebook event called "Ask a Ranger".
Sep
28
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Painting on the Frio
Garner State Park
Capture the beauty of Garner State Park with watercolors and learn how art has played a role in shaping our National and State Parks!
Sep
28
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Homeschool Days
Sheldon Lake State Park & Environmental Learning Center
NO PROGRAM 9/7 From fishing to ponding to technology, kids will learn something new each week! Great for all school-aged kids!
Sep
28
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Scrubby Survival Skills
Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley State Park
What did it take to survive in the Thornscrub forest? Learn some of the ways native people embraced the forest! Take a survival hike and see if you survive! Plus, see a bow-drill fire-making demonstration.
Sep
28
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Sep
29
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The Search for Bigfoot
Daingerfield State Park
Join us on our 2nd annual Search for Bigfoot weekend!
Sep
29
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Sep
29
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Chihuahuan Desert Fiesta
Franklin Mountains State Park
Join us at this free event to discover the wonders of our desert. Enjoy educational exhibits, guided hikes, demonstrations, and other fun outdoor activities.
Sep
29
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Bag Some Bugs - Critter Catch and Release!
Mission Tejas State Park
Bug out with Ranger Jared, the fastest net in the West…
Sep
29
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Sep
29
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Beach Explorations
Galveston Island State Park
Discover the beaches and dunes while hunting for island treasures.
Sep
29
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River Critters - Exploration Station
McKinney Falls State Park
Have you ever wondered what's swimming in the water right next to you? Not all heroes wear capes - meet the teeny tiny river critters we hardly ever notice that play a vital role in river health!
Sep
29
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Choke Canyon Nature Walk
Choke Canyon State Park - Calliham Unit
Join our interpretive park ranger on this short guided hike as we explore all that nature and wildlife have to offer within Choke Canyon State Park.
Sep
29
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Ask A Ranger Broadcast
Huntsville State Park
Live broadcast from within the park. Every Friday at 10 a.m.
Sep
29
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Sep
29
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Back to School Hike & Scavenger Hunt
Fort Richardson State Park & Historic Site / Lost Creek Reservoir State Trailway
Hike through the park in search of the items on your list
Sep
29
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Make Your Own Binoculars - Kid Craft
McKinney Falls State Park
Calling all budding birders! Make your own play binoculars out of cardboard and yarn!
Sep
29
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Fishing with a Ranger
Blanco State Park
Open to all ages. Whether you are experienced, or a first-time angler, come on out and catch some fish with us! We have the poles and the worms, and a fishing license is not required while on state park property.
Sep
29
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Skulls, Scat, and Tracks
Village Creek State Park
Sometimes it is very hard to actually see a wild animal, but you can learn a lot from what they leave behind. Learn about the animals that call the park home by studying skulls and bones, tracks, scat and other animal clues.
Sep
29
End Date
Build-A-Gator Family Workshop
Huntsville State Park
Help Ranger Pick turn an audience member into an alligator!
Sep
29
End Date
Insect Safari
Galveston Island State Park
Catching, observing, and releasing some six-legged friends!
Sep
29
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Monarch Madness!
Ray Roberts Lake State Park - Isle Du Bois Unit
The Fall monarch migration is almost underway!
Sep
29
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Sep
29
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Choke Canyon Skins and Skulls
Choke Canyon State Park - Calliham Unit
Come learn about wildlife found at Choke Canyon State Park and other areas of Texas with one of our park rangers! Then put your identification skills to the test with a game!
Sep
29
End Date
All about Frogs
Sheldon Lake State Park & Environmental Learning Center
Join us while we talk amphibian! A game, a craft, and a mini-hike is included in this fun program for all ages.
Sep
29
End Date
Native American Games
Caprock Canyons State Park & Trailway
Join us for some fun and games the Native American way!
Sep
29
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Language of the Fan
McKinney Falls State Park
Despite the fact that the first day of fall was 9/22, it’s still hot as blazes around here! Join a Ranger to learn about how ladies like Mrs. Anna McKinney (the first woman to live in the Homestead) stayed cool and sent secret messages to others using the language of the fan in the 1850s.
Sep
29
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Gone To Texas: Settling Austin's Colony in Mexican Texas
Stephen F. Austin State Park
Enjoy a trip through Texas history where we will discuss Austin's Colony and how the people of Texas carried on with their lives and the operations of running the colony in the 1800s.
Sep
29
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Wildflowers, Pollinators, and Predators
Tyler State Park
Sep
29
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Critters of East Texas
Lake Livingston State Park
Explore the diversity of local mammals and reptiles.
Sep
29
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Sep
29
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Savages or Survivors..?
Mission Tejas State Park
Let's talk about a native canine in North America that is seen by many, heard by most, and misunderstood by all.
Sep
29
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Junior Ranger
Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley State Park
Kids can earn a Junior Ranger Badge exploring with their families and a Park Naturalist.
Sep
29
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Saturday Night Dances
Daingerfield State Park
Come join us this Saturday for music, dancing, and fun for the whole family!
Sep
29
End Date
BATS!
Fort Parker State Park
Are BATS really the notorious, secretive creatures their sinister reputations make them out to be? Fort Parker is home to several species of bats. Come join us and learn the thrilling truths about these mysterious predators of the night!
Sep
29
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Sep
30
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Bay Exploration
Galveston Island State Park
Hands-on discovery of what's lurking beneath the murky bay waters.
Sep
30
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Junior Ranger Explorers
Resaca de la Palma State Park
Become a Junior Ranger Explorer by learning about nature through different activities, and borrow one of our Explorer Packs.
Sep
30
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Welcome to Cretaceous Park - Exploration Station
McKinney Falls State Park
Did you know that there is an extinct volcano near McKinney Falls State Park? Did you know that all of central Texas was at one point under a shallow sea? Discover the creatures that lived in the deep at this Cretaceous Park Exploration Station!
October 2018
Oct
3
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Choke Canyon Bird and Wildlife Tracks
Choke Canyon State Park - Calliham Unit
Do you want to become an expert tracker? Get started by coming to this introductory program to learn how to identify some common Texas wildlife tracks and have some fun with arts and crafts!
Oct
4
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Home School Field Trip Day!
Lake Livingston State Park
Are you a member of a home-school group, a church group, or other special interest group? Join us for a monthly field trip day full of educational activities.
Oct
5
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Choke Canyon Nature Walk
Choke Canyon State Park - Calliham Unit
Join our interpretive park ranger on this short guided hike as we explore all that nature and wildlife have to offer within Choke Canyon State Park.
Oct
5
End Date
Facebook Live - Ask a Ranger!
Lake Livingston State Park
Join Ranger Joel and other park staff each week for a live Facebook event called "Ask a Ranger".
Oct
6
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Hill Country Heritage Expo
Inks Lake State Park
Step back in time and visits pockets of history in this day and a half cultural extravaganza!
Oct
6
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Public Fishing Day for Youth
Sea Center Texas
Pack your sunscreen, hat, lawn chair and fishing gear for catch-and-release fishing at our marine fish hatchery and visitor education center.
Oct
6
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Go Fish! Learn to Fish Event
McKinney Falls State Park
Join us at McKinney Falls State Park where youth and adults can learn the basics of fishing. Event start time is 9:00 A.M.
Oct
6
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Oct
6
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Oct
6
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Beach Explorations
Galveston Island State Park
Discover the beaches and dunes while hunting for island treasures.
Oct
6
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Choke Canyon Nature Walk
Choke Canyon State Park - Calliham Unit
Join our interpretive park ranger on this short guided hike as we explore all that nature and wildlife have to offer within Choke Canyon State Park.
Oct
6
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Oct
6
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Nature Cubs Club
Sheldon Lake State Park & Environmental Learning Center
Attention all lil' nature lovers, Sheldon Lake State Park has an event just for you!
Oct
6
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Oct
6
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Choke Canyon Skins and Skulls
Choke Canyon State Park - Calliham Unit
Come learn about wildlife found at Choke Canyon State Park and other areas of Texas with one of our park rangers! Then put your identification skills to the test with a game!
Oct
6
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Oct
6
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Zombie Apocalypse Hike
Galveston Island State Park
Could you survive and thrive on this short humorous hike?
Oct
6
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Nature Trail Hike
Franklin Mountains State Park
Come explore the beautiful Chihuahua desert on a guided hike with one of our park rangers or volunteers. This is an easy 0.75-mile hike and is excellent for families with younger children, beginner hikers, or wildlife enthusiasts. Reservations required; to reserve your spot, call the office at (915) 566-6441.
Oct
6
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Oct
7
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Bay Exploration
Galveston Island State Park
Hands-on discovery of what's lurking beneath the murky bay waters.
Oct
10
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Choke Canyon Bird and Wildlife Tracks
Choke Canyon State Park - Calliham Unit
Do you want to become an expert tracker? Get started by coming to this introductory program to learn how to identify some common Texas wildlife tracks and have some fun with arts and crafts!
Oct
12
End Date
Choke Canyon Nature Walk
Choke Canyon State Park - Calliham Unit
Join our interpretive park ranger on this short guided hike as we explore all that nature and wildlife have to offer within Choke Canyon State Park.
Oct
12
End Date
Facebook Live - Ask a Ranger!
Lake Livingston State Park
Join Ranger Joel and other park staff each week for a live Facebook event called "Ask a Ranger".
Oct
13
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Oct
13
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Beach Explorations
Galveston Island State Park
Discover the beaches and dunes while hunting for island treasures.
Oct
13
End Date
Choke Canyon Nature Walk
Choke Canyon State Park - Calliham Unit
Join our interpretive park ranger on this short guided hike as we explore all that nature and wildlife have to offer within Choke Canyon State Park.
Oct
13
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Archaeology Day
Fort Richardson State Park & Historic Site / Lost Creek Reservoir State Trailway
Learn about archaeology and how archaeologists study the past
Oct
13
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Birding 101: Introduction to Birding
Tyler State Park
Discover one of the fastest growing hobbies in the nation.
Oct
13
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Oct
13
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Oct
13
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Choke Canyon Skins and Skulls
Choke Canyon State Park - Calliham Unit
Come learn about wildlife found at Choke Canyon State Park and other areas of Texas with one of our park rangers! Then put your identification skills to the test with a game!
Oct
13
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Oct
13
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Zombie Apocalypse Hike
Galveston Island State Park
Could you survive and thrive on this short humorous hike?
Oct
13
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Oct
13
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Saturday Night Dances
Daingerfield State Park
Come join us this Saturday for music, dancing, and fun for the whole family!
Oct
14
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Bay Exploration
Galveston Island State Park
Hands-on discovery of what's lurking beneath the murky bay waters.
Oct
17
End Date
Choke Canyon Bird and Wildlife Tracks
Choke Canyon State Park - Calliham Unit
Do you want to become an expert tracker? Get started by coming to this introductory program to learn how to identify some common Texas wildlife tracks and have some fun with arts and crafts!
Oct
19
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Choke Canyon Nature Walk
Choke Canyon State Park - Calliham Unit
Join our interpretive park ranger on this short guided hike as we explore all that nature and wildlife have to offer within Choke Canyon State Park.
Oct
19
End Date
Facebook Live - Ask a Ranger!
Lake Livingston State Park
Join Ranger Joel and other park staff each week for a live Facebook event called "Ask a Ranger".
Oct
19
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Halloween Funfest 2018
Daingerfield State Park
Join us for our 3rd annual Halloween Funfest! The date has been changed to the 19th and 20th. Sorry for the inconvenience.
Oct
20
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Oct
20
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Beach Explorations
Galveston Island State Park
Discover the beaches and dunes while hunting for island treasures.
Oct
20
End Date
Choke Canyon Nature Walk
Choke Canyon State Park - Calliham Unit
Join our interpretive park ranger on this short guided hike as we explore all that nature and wildlife have to offer within Choke Canyon State Park.
Oct
20
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Oct
20
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Monarch Walk - 10:30 am
South Llano River State Park
The Monarchs are coming! The Monarchs are coming!
Oct
20
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Oct
20
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Choke Canyon Skins and Skulls
Choke Canyon State Park - Calliham Unit
Come learn about wildlife found at Choke Canyon State Park and other areas of Texas with one of our park rangers! Then put your identification skills to the test with a game!
Oct
20
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Oct
20
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Kid’s Wilderness Survival
Lake Mineral Wells State Park & Trailway
A great program for your child’s outdoor safety and parents learn as much as the kids.
Oct
20
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Halloween Funfest 2018
Daingerfield State Park
Join us for our 3rd annual Halloween Funfest! The date has been changed to the 19th and 20th. Sorry for the inconvenience.
Oct
20
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11th Annual Spooky Science Fest
Estero Llano Grande State Park
Bring your friends and family of all ages, in costume if you like, to join what has been 1,000 to 2,000 others for our annual Fall Festival to learn a little science and perhaps to be frightened just the right amount!
Oct
20
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Saturday Night Dances
Daingerfield State Park
Come join us this Saturday for music, dancing, and fun for the whole family!
Oct
21
End Date
Bay Exploration
Galveston Island State Park
Hands-on discovery of what's lurking beneath the murky bay waters.
Oct
24
End Date
Choke Canyon Bird and Wildlife Tracks
Choke Canyon State Park - Calliham Unit
Do you want to become an expert tracker? Get started by coming to this introductory program to learn how to identify some common Texas wildlife tracks and have some fun with arts and crafts!
Oct
26
End Date
Choke Canyon Nature Walk
Choke Canyon State Park - Calliham Unit
Join our interpretive park ranger on this short guided hike as we explore all that nature and wildlife have to offer within Choke Canyon State Park.
Oct
26
End Date
Stories in the Stars (8PM)
Atlanta State Park
Join us to listen to constellation stories and look through a telescope!
Oct
27
End Date
Junior Ranger: Fishing Knots
Martin Creek Lake State Park
Learn the basic knots that every fisherman needs to know.
Oct
27
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Oct
27
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Beach Explorations
Galveston Island State Park
Discover the beaches and dunes while hunting for island treasures.
Oct
27
End Date
Choke Canyon Nature Walk
Choke Canyon State Park - Calliham Unit
Join our interpretive park ranger on this short guided hike as we explore all that nature and wildlife have to offer within Choke Canyon State Park.
Oct
27
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Oct
27
End Date
Backyard Bass
Martin Creek Lake State Park
Learn the basics of casting and retrieving while playing a fun game!
Oct
27
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Oct
27
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Choke Canyon Skins and Skulls
Choke Canyon State Park - Calliham Unit
Come learn about wildlife found at Choke Canyon State Park and other areas of Texas with one of our park rangers! Then put your identification skills to the test with a game!
Oct
27
End Date
Gone To Texas: Settling Austin's Colony in Mexican Texas
Stephen F. Austin State Park
Enjoy a trip through Texas history where we will discuss Austin's Colony and how the people of Texas carried on with their lives and the operations of running the colony in the 1800s.
Oct
27
End Date
Zombie Apocalypse Hike
Galveston Island State Park
Could you survive and thrive on this short humorous hike?
Oct
27
End Date
Halloween in the Park
Sheldon Lake State Park & Environmental Learning Center
Experience the park after dark and join us for games, crafts, Spooky Trail, and more!
Oct
27
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Trunk - or - Treat
Fort Richardson State Park & Historic Site / Lost Creek Reservoir State Trailway
Walk the park and get lots of goodies to eat, then at dark come and stroll the historic grounds looking for ghosts, goblins and the dearly departed
Oct
27
End Date
3rd Annual Boo Camp
Lake Bob Sandlin State Park
Come join us for some family friendly Halloween fun!
Oct
27
End Date
Boo In the Park
Lake Tawakoni State Park
Welcome to our annual "Boo in the Park" celebration. Bring the family out for a campsite decorating contest, pumpkin carving contest, trick or treating, and spooky storytelling.
Oct
27
End Date
Creatures of the Night Halloween Walk
Inks Lake State Park
Discover the amazing creatures that roam at night on this trick or treating stroll!
Oct
27
End Date
Saturday Night Dances
Daingerfield State Park
Come join us this Saturday for music, dancing, and fun for the whole family!
Oct
28
End Date
Bay Exploration
Galveston Island State Park
Hands-on discovery of what's lurking beneath the murky bay waters.
Oct
31
End Date
Choke Canyon Bird and Wildlife Tracks
Choke Canyon State Park - Calliham Unit
Do you want to become an expert tracker? Get started by coming to this introductory program to learn how to identify some common Texas wildlife tracks and have some fun with arts and crafts!
November 2018
Nov
2
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Battle For Fort Richardson
Fort Richardson State Park & Historic Site / Lost Creek Reservoir State Trailway
Step back in time with re-enactors as they perform continuous living history demonstrations.
Nov
2
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Choke Canyon Nature Walk
Choke Canyon State Park - Calliham Unit
Join our interpretive park ranger on this short guided hike as we explore all that nature and wildlife have to offer within Choke Canyon State Park.
Nov
2
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Stories in the Stars
Martin Creek Lake State Park
Join us to listen to constellation stories and look through a telescope!
Nov
3
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Junior Ranger: Fishing Knot Tying
Atlanta State Park
Learn the basic knots that every fisherman needs to know.
Nov
3
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Nov
3
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Beach Explorations
Galveston Island State Park
Discover the beaches and dunes while hunting for island treasures.
Nov
3
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Choke Canyon Nature Walk
Choke Canyon State Park - Calliham Unit
Join our interpretive park ranger on this short guided hike as we explore all that nature and wildlife have to offer within Choke Canyon State Park.
Nov
3
End Date
Austin Powwow and American Indian Heritage Festival
Austin, TX - Travis County Exposition Center
Join us at this family friendly event celebrating the traditions and heritage of Native American Culture.
Nov
3
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Naturalists in Training
Hill Country State Natural Area
Calling all kids! Do you have what it takes to think like a naturalist?
Nov
3
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Nov
3
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Nature Cubs Club
Sheldon Lake State Park & Environmental Learning Center
Attention all lil' nature lovers, Sheldon Lake State Park has an event just for you!
Nov
3
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Backyard Bass (11AM)
Atlanta State Park
Learn the basics of casting and retrieving while playing a fun game!
Nov
3
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Nov
3
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Junior Earth Scholars
Government Canyon State Natural Area
Nature-based learning for children in grades 2-4.
Nov
3
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Choke Canyon Skins and Skulls
Choke Canyon State Park - Calliham Unit
Come learn about wildlife found at Choke Canyon State Park and other areas of Texas with one of our park rangers! Then put your identification skills to the test with a game!
Nov
3
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Nov
3
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Nov
3
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Nov
4
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Bay Exploration
Galveston Island State Park
Hands-on discovery of what's lurking beneath the murky bay waters.
Nov
7
End Date
Choke Canyon Bird and Wildlife Tracks
Choke Canyon State Park - Calliham Unit
Do you want to become an expert tracker? Get started by coming to this introductory program to learn how to identify some common Texas wildlife tracks and have some fun with arts and crafts!
Nov
9
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Choke Canyon Nature Walk
Choke Canyon State Park - Calliham Unit
Join our interpretive park ranger on this short guided hike as we explore all that nature and wildlife have to offer within Choke Canyon State Park.
Nov
9
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Night Hike: Nature's Night Shift (8PM)
Atlanta State Park
Join a park ranger to learn about nature's night shift and how these animals survive in the dark!
Nov
10
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Junior Ranger: Make a Snake
Martin Creek Lake State Park
Learn about our scaly friends and make a fun craft!
Nov
10
End Date
Go Fish! Learn to Fish Event
McKinney Falls State Park
Join us at McKinney Falls State Park where youth and adults can learn the basics of fishing. Event start time is 9:00 A.M.
Nov
10
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Nov
10
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Beach Explorations
Galveston Island State Park
Discover the beaches and dunes while hunting for island treasures.
Nov
10
End Date
Choke Canyon Nature Walk
Choke Canyon State Park - Calliham Unit
Join our interpretive park ranger on this short guided hike as we explore all that nature and wildlife have to offer within Choke Canyon State Park.
Nov
10
End Date
Birding 101: Introduction to Birding
Tyler State Park
Discover one of the fastest growing hobbies in the nation.
Nov
10
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Watercolor Painting
Martin Creek Lake State Park
An area as beautiful as Martin Creek Lake is meant to be painted!
Nov
10
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Nov
10
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Choke Canyon Skins and Skulls
Choke Canyon State Park - Calliham Unit
Come learn about wildlife found at Choke Canyon State Park and other areas of Texas with one of our park rangers! Then put your identification skills to the test with a game!
Nov
10
End Date
Saturday Night Dances
Daingerfield State Park
Come join us this Saturday for music, dancing, and fun for the whole family!
Nov
10
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FALLing Skies
Inks Lake State Park
Come learn about our universe with the Austin Astronomical Society!
Nov
11
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Bay Exploration
Galveston Island State Park
Hands-on discovery of what's lurking beneath the murky bay waters.
Nov
14
End Date
Choke Canyon Bird and Wildlife Tracks
Choke Canyon State Park - Calliham Unit
Do you want to become an expert tracker? Get started by coming to this introductory program to learn how to identify some common Texas wildlife tracks and have some fun with arts and crafts!
Nov
16
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Choke Canyon Nature Walk
Choke Canyon State Park - Calliham Unit
Join our interpretive park ranger on this short guided hike as we explore all that nature and wildlife have to offer within Choke Canyon State Park.
Nov
17
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Junior Ranger: Make a Snake (9AM)
Atlanta State Park
Learn about our scaly friends and make a fun craft!
Nov
17
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Nov
17
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Beach Explorations
Galveston Island State Park
Discover the beaches and dunes while hunting for island treasures.
Nov
17
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Choke Canyon Nature Walk
Choke Canyon State Park - Calliham Unit
Join our interpretive park ranger on this short guided hike as we explore all that nature and wildlife have to offer within Choke Canyon State Park.
Nov
17
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Nov
17
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Choke Canyon Skins and Skulls
Choke Canyon State Park - Calliham Unit
Come learn about wildlife found at Choke Canyon State Park and other areas of Texas with one of our park rangers! Then put your identification skills to the test with a game!
Nov
17
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Nov
17
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Saturday Night Dances
Daingerfield State Park
Come join us this Saturday for music, dancing, and fun for the whole family!
Nov
18
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Bay Exploration
Galveston Island State Park
Hands-on discovery of what's lurking beneath the murky bay waters.
Nov
23
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Trails, Cameras, Action!
Hill Country State Natural Area
Get your cameras ready and put your detective skills to the test!
Nov
24
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Geocaching 101
Martin Creek Lake State Park
Ever dreamed of being a treasure hunter? Well, now you can be!
Nov
24
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Geocaching 101 (9AM)
Atlanta State Park
Ever dreamed of being a treasure hunter? Well, now you can be!
Nov
24
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Nov
24
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Nov
24
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Nov
24
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Gone To Texas: Settling Austin's Colony in Mexican Texas
Stephen F. Austin State Park
Enjoy a trip through Texas history where we will discuss Austin's Colony and how the people of Texas carried on with their lives and the operations of running the colony in the 1800s.
Nov
24
End Date
Nov
24
End Date
Saturday Night Dances
Daingerfield State Park
Come join us this Saturday for music, dancing, and fun for the whole family!
December 2018
Dec
1
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Junior Earth Scholars
Government Canyon State Natural Area
Nature-based learning for children in grades 2-4
Dec
1
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Dec
1
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Dec
1
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Dec
1
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Christmas at the Ranch
South Llano River State Park
Celebrate Christmas with us at Mr. Buck's historic ranch home as we decorate trees, take pictures with Santa, some Christmas tunes on the front porch, hot chocolate, and more!
Dec
1
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Dec
7
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Nature Wonderland Hike
Tyler State Park
Dec
7
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A Pineywoods Christmas Decorated Drive-thru
Tyler State Park
Get outdoors, take a break from the holiday rush, and enjoy the season.
Dec
7
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Dec
8
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Dec
8
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Dec
8
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Hotels for the Holidays
Hill Country State Natural Area
Even bugs need a place to stay this holiday season! Join a park ranger to make your very own bug hotel.
Dec
8
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Nature Wonderland Hike
Tyler State Park
Dec
8
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A Pineywoods Christmas Decorated Drive-thru
Tyler State Park
Get outdoors, take a break from the holiday rush, and enjoy the season.
Dec
8
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Ghosts of Christmas Past
Fort Richardson State Park & Historic Site / Lost Creek Reservoir State Trailway
1870's Christmas
Dec
8
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Twinkle Tour
Lake Tawakoni State Park
Join us for our annual Twinkle Tour at Lake Tawakoni State Park. Enjoy all the festive Christmas lights and meet Santa at the amphitheater. Make note of your Christmas wishes and bring your camera!
Dec
8
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Dec
12
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Christmas in the Park
Daingerfield State Park
Come drive through the park lit up like Santa Land and get to meet Santa himself on Friday and Saturday!
Dec
13
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Christmas in the Park
Daingerfield State Park
Come drive through the park lit up like Santa Land and get to meet Santa himself on Friday and Saturday!
Dec
13
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The Sky is Falling! Geminids Meteor Shower
Inks Lake State Park
Watch the biggest meteor shower of the year and learn how humans looked up to survive.
Dec
14
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Christmas in the Park
Daingerfield State Park
Come drive through the park lit up like Santa Land and get to meet Santa himself on Friday and Saturday!
Dec
14
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Christmas in the Park
Atlanta State Park
Visit with Santa, Mrs. Claus, The Grinch, and Smokey the Bear and drive through decorated campgrounds. Refreshments will be served.
Dec
15
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Dec
15
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Dec
15
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Dec
15
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Christmas in the Park
Daingerfield State Park
Come drive through the park lit up like Santa Land and get to meet Santa himself on Friday and Saturday!
Dec
15
End Date
Christmas in the Park
Atlanta State Park
Visit with Santa, Mrs. Claus, The Grinch, and Smokey the Bear and drive through decorated campgrounds. Refreshments will be served.
Dec
22
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Dec
29
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Dec
29
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Gone To Texas: Settling Austin's Colony in Mexican Texas
Stephen F. Austin State Park
Enjoy a trip through Texas history where we will discuss Austin's Colony and how the people of Texas carried on with their lives and the operations of running the colony in the 1800s.
January 2019
Jan
1
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First Day Hike: Birding the Lakeshore
Tyler State Park
Start the New Year off right with a new walk and a new hobby.
Jan
1
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Jan
1
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First Day Hike: Hiking Through the Pines
Tyler State Park
Discover the health benefits of the forest.
Jan
1
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February 2019
Feb
23
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Fort Sherman Days 2019
Lake Bob Sandlin State Park
Join us as we go back in time to view our area history.
March 2019
Mar
2
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Texas Wildlife & Woodlands Expo
Conroe, TX - Lone Star College Montgomery
Play for a Day! Learn for a Lifetime!
April 2019
Apr
13
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Baytown Nurture Nature Festival
Baytown, TX - Baytown Nurture Center
Join TPWD Get Outside at this FREE family friendly festival - learn some outdoor skills, see and touch wildlife, listen to music and more.
Apr
20
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¡Fiesta de los Niños!
San Antonio, TX - Port San Antonio
Join TPWD Get Outside at Fiesta San Antonio's party for “Pint-Sized Folks”.
May 2019
May
4
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