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.
June 2023
Jun
1
9:00a
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1
9:00a
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Eco-Explorers: Wildlife & Science
Brazos Bend State Park
Brazos Bend is offering Eco-Explorer programs five Thursday mornings from June 1st to June 29th. Come discover and learn about the offense and defense found in nature!
Jun
2
10:00a
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Jun
2
10:00a
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Skins and Skulls May Break my Bones
Palo Duro Canyon State Park
Learn about who’s who in Palo Duro and how carnivores hunt their prey.
Jun
2
11:30a
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Jun
2
2:00p
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Bison Grocery Store
Palo Duro Canyon State Park
Learn about the bison who once roamed Palo Duro Canyon and their many uses to the Comanche People.
Jun
2
3:00p
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Jun
3
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Fishing 101!
Lake Livingston State Park
🎉 Join park rangers for a day full of programs designed to teach you all of the skills you need to start fishing!
Jun
3
9:00a
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Jun
3
9:00a
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Archery 101
Choke Canyon State Park - Calliham Unit
Ever wanted to learn how to shoot? Here's your chance! For ages 10+ (adults that includes you too)!
Jun
3
9:00a
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Kids Fish Derby
Ray Roberts Lake State Park - Johnson Branch Unit
Join Rangers at the Kid Fishpond for a day of fishing.
Jun
3
9:00a
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Jun
3
9:00a
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National Trails Day - River Clean-up
Pedernales Falls State Park
Join us in cleaning up our precious natural water ways.
Jun
3
9:00a
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Lockhart State Park Showcase
Lockhart State Park
🎉 Come see all Lockhart State Park has to offer and more for FREE at the Lockhart State Park Showcase!
Jun
3
9:00a
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Youth Fishing Day - Sea Center Texas
Sea Center Texas
Join Sea Center Texas for a morning of catch-and-release fishing. No registration required. Bring your own bait & equipment.
Jun
3
9:30a
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Roving with the Ranger
Cooper Lake State Park - South Sulphur Unit
Stop our ranger as she roves around the park. Try to stump the ranger with your questions about the interpretive items she's carrying around.
Jun
3
10:00a
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Jun
3
10:00a
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Annual LBJ Fishing Day
Lyndon B. Johnson State Park & Historic Site
Celebrate Free Fishing Day with us by fishing on the Pedernales River.
Jun
3
10:00a
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Nature Detectives: Scat and Tracks
Barton Warnock Visitor Center
Bring your sleuth skills and join a ranger to discover who is hiking on the trails with you!
Jun
3
10:00a
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Jun
3
10:00a
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Jun
3
10:00a
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CANCELLED Summer Discovery Series: Tree Identification
Martin Dies, Jr. State Park
THIS PROGRAM HAS BEEN CANCELLED Explore our local trees. Discover tree identification tools.
Jun
3
10:00a
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100 S'more Years
Goliad State Park & Historic Site
Join us in celebrating 100 years of Texas State Parks with s'mores and a S'mission Competition!
Jun
3
10:00a
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Track Talk
Dinosaur Valley State Park
Gather round and hear the 113-million-year-old story of our dinosaur tracks!
Jun
3
10:00a
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Leave No Trace
Lake Casa Blanca International State Park
Come and learn what Leave No Trace principles are all about and how you can apply them to your daily life!
Jun
3
10:00a
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Atlatl
South Llano River State Park
Join a Ranger and practice your ancient hunter and gather skills.
Jun
3
11:00a
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Craft time with Beverly 11am
South Llano River State Park
Join Park Host Beverly for some cool craft projects !
Jun
3
11:00a
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Heat Hacks Hike
Dinosaur Valley State Park
Learn how to beat the heat with these outdoor heat hacks and tips!
Jun
3
11:00a
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Storytime and Crafts: Dragonflies!
Brazos Bend State Park
Learn all about dragonflies and make a jeweled dragonfly to take home!
Jun
3
1:30p
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Jun
3
2:00p
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Jun
3
2:00p
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Kayaking 101
Cooper Lake State Park - Doctors Creek Unit
Join a ranger to learn the basics of kayaking. Instruction will be provided. Limited equipment available. Reserve your kayak today.
Jun
3
2:00p
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Skins, Skulls, Scales and Scat
Pedernales Falls State Park
What can we learn about wildlife from what they leave behind?
Jun
3
3:30p
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Track Talk
Dinosaur Valley State Park
Gather round and hear the 113-million-year-old story of our dinosaur tracks!
Jun
3
7:45p
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Star Party with the San Antonio Astronomical Association
Guadalupe River State Park
Join us for stargazing!
Jun
3
8:45p
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Strawberry Moon Astronomy Hour - REGISTRATION REQUIRED
Palo Duro Canyon State Park
Experience the rising of June’s Strawberry Moon, both with the naked eye, and through our telescope.
Jun
4
9:00a
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Bark in the Park
Cooper Lake State Park - Doctors Creek Unit
Join a ranger with your pups for a lovely morning walk in wildlife.
Jun
4
9:00a
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Art in the Park
Goliad State Park & Historic Site
No matter your skill level, art can be a fun and relaxing way to enjoy the outdoors. Take some time for yourself and discover your creativity!
Jun
4
10:00a
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Track Talk
Dinosaur Valley State Park
Gather round and hear the 113-million-year-old story of our dinosaur tracks!
Jun
4
2:00p
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Jun
4
2:00p
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Bark in the Park
Cooper Lake State Park - South Sulphur Unit
Join a ranger with your pups for a wonder-filled afternoon walk in nature.
Jun
4
3:30p
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Track Talk
Dinosaur Valley State Park
Gather round and hear the 113-million-year-old story of our dinosaur tracks!
Jun
6
2:00p
End Date
THE Palo Duro Van Tour
Palo Duro Canyon State Park
Beat the heat with a drive through Palo Duro Canyon from the comfort of our van.
Jun
7
10:00a
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Jun
7
2:00p
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THE Palo Duro Van Tour
Palo Duro Canyon State Park
Beat the heat with a drive through Palo Duro Canyon from the comfort of our van.
Jun
7
2:00p
End Date
Jun
7
3:00p
End Date
Jun
8
9:00a
End Date
Eco-Explorers: Wildlife & Science
Brazos Bend State Park
Brazos Bend is offering Eco-Explorer programs five Thursday mornings from June 1st to June 29th. Come discover and learn about the offense and defense found in nature!
Jun
8
9:00a
End Date
Scenic Overlook Nature Hike
Guadalupe River State Park
Join us almost every Thursday for an easy nature hike with a beautiful view!
Jun
9
10:00a
End Date
Gyotaku (Japanese Fish Printing)
Guadalupe River State Park
Learn about Gyotaku and make your own fish print to take home.
Jun
9
10:00a
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Skins and Skulls
Cooper Lake State Park - Doctors Creek Unit
Join us during a come-and-go program that allows a great way to see and learn about park wildlife close up!
Jun
9
11:30a
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Jun
9
2:00p
End Date
Skins and Skulls!
South Llano River State Park
Check out animal skins and furs found in the Hill Country.
Jun
9
2:00p
End Date
Jun
9
2:00p
End Date
Skins and Skulls
Cooper Lake State Park - South Sulphur Unit
Who is the fastest or the furriest? Join us during a come-and-go program that allows a great way to see and learn about park wildlife close up!
Jun
9
3:00p
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Jun
9
8:00p
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Jun
10
8:00a
End Date
Bird Outing
Lake Arrowhead State Park
Join the Texas Master Naturalists: Rolling Plains chapter to look for birds
Jun
10
9:00a
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Archery 101
Choke Canyon State Park - Calliham Unit
Ever wanted to learn how to shoot? Here's your chance! For ages 10+ (adults that includes you too)!
Jun
10
9:00a
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Jun
10
9:00a
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Cordage - The Leaves that Bind
Goliad State Park & Historic Site
Discover how Native Americans made rope from yucca leaves, then try it yourself!
Jun
10
10:00a
End Date
Track Talk
Dinosaur Valley State Park
Gather round and hear the 113-million-year-old story of our dinosaur tracks!
Jun
10
10:00a
End Date
Junior Ranger Games
Ray Roberts Lake State Park - Johnson Branch Unit
Play games to earn your Junior Ranger Badge.
Jun
10
10:00a
End Date
Art in the Park
Cooper Lake State Park - South Sulphur Unit
Learn how to record your outing in nature with art.
Jun
10
10:00a
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Reading with the Ranger
Fort Boggy State Park
Tator's not big on reading books, but when his mom comes down sick, he needs to read a book to find a cure.
Jun
10
10:00a
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100-year Celebration Outdoor Community Day!
Cleburne State Park
🎉 Texas State Parks are turning 100! Join us for our 100-year celebration of Texas State Parks!
Jun
10
11:00a
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Craft time with Beverly 11am
South Llano River State Park
Join Park Host Beverly for some cool craft projects !
Jun
10
11:00a
End Date
Junior Ranger Academy
Dinosaur Valley State Park
Come work with an actual Park Ranger to earn your Junior Ranger badge!
Jun
10
11:00a
End Date
Storytime and Crafts: Armadillos!
Brazos Bend State Park
Join us for a story about armadillos and make a macaroni armadillo to take home!
Jun
10
2:00p
End Date
Art in the Park
Cooper Lake State Park - Doctors Creek Unit
Calling all artists! No experience needed.
Jun
10
3:00p
End Date
Junior Rangers of Mustang Island
Mustang Island State Park
Explore Mustang Island with a specially designed pack
Jun
10
3:30p
End Date
Track Talk
Dinosaur Valley State Park
Gather round and hear the 113-million-year-old story of our dinosaur tracks!
Jun
10
8:00p
End Date
Star Party in the Park 8 pm
Lake Whitney State Park
Enjoy an evening in the park viewing the galaxy by using star maps, a laser pointer and telescope.
Retired National Park Ranger and Astronomer Larry Smith will guide you through the planets, moon and stars.
Jun
11
9:00a
End Date
Fish with a Ranger
Choke Canyon State Park - Calliham Unit
Choke Canyon offers some of the best fishing in Texas! Come join us for a relaxing morning at the lake. Equipment provided! Ages 7+
Jun
11
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!
Jun
11
10:00a
End Date
Track Talk
Dinosaur Valley State Park
Gather round and hear the 113-million-year-old story of our dinosaur tracks!
Jun
11
2:00p
End Date
Skins, Skulls, Scales and Scat
Pedernales Falls State Park
What can we learn about wildlife from what they leave behind?
Jun
11
3:30p
End Date
Track Talk
Dinosaur Valley State Park
Gather round and hear the 113-million-year-old story of our dinosaur tracks!
Jun
14
10:00a
End Date
Skins, Skulls, and Scat!
Guadalupe River State Park
Ever wonder which mammals call Guadalupe River State Park home?
Jun
14
2:00p
End Date
THE Palo Duro Van Tour
Palo Duro Canyon State Park
Beat the heat with a drive through Palo Duro Canyon from the comfort of our van.
Jun
15
9:00a
End Date
Jun
15
9:00a
End Date
Eco-Explorers: Wildlife & Science
Brazos Bend State Park
Brazos Bend is offering Eco-Explorer programs five Thursday mornings from June 1st to June 29th. Come discover and learn about the offense and defense found in nature!
Jun
15
9:00a
End Date
Scenic Overlook Nature Hike
Guadalupe River State Park
Join us almost every Thursday for an easy nature hike with a beautiful view!
Jun
15
7:30p
End Date
Sunset Watercolor
Galveston Island State Park
Unleash your creative side and enjoy the island's best sunsets.
Jun
15
9:30p
End Date
Jun
16
10:00a
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Jun
16
11:30a
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Jun
16
2:00p
End Date
THE Palo Duro Van Tour
Palo Duro Canyon State Park
Beat the heat with a drive through Palo Duro Canyon from the comfort of our van.
Jun
16
3:00p
End Date
Jun
16
3:00p
End Date
Jun
16
9:00p
End Date
Night Hike
Copper Breaks State Park
*Limited availability, registration required* Gaze at the stars and hunt for scorpions on a Copper Breaks night hike!
Jun
17
9:00a
End Date
Archery 101
Choke Canyon State Park - Calliham Unit
Ever wanted to learn how to shoot? Here's your chance! For ages 10+ (adults that includes you too)!
Jun
17
9:00a
End Date
Jr. Ranger Club - Social
Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley State Park
Fun activities for our future Rangers!
Jun
17
9:00a
End Date
Guided Hike
Cooper Lake State Park - South Sulphur Unit
Water is life - take a hike to the water's edge
Jun
17
9:00a
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Jun
17
10:00a
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Track Talk
Dinosaur Valley State Park
Gather round and hear the 113-million-year-old story of our dinosaur tracks!
Jun
17
10:00a
End Date
Leave No Trace
Lake Casa Blanca International State Park
Come and learn what Leave No Trace principles are all about and how you can apply them to your daily life!
Jun
17
10:00a
End Date
Nature Journaling
Ray Roberts Lake State Park - Johnson Branch Unit
Learn how to use your 5 senses to observe the world around you and how to put those observations into a fun creative journal.
Jun
17
10:00a
End Date
Storytime and Craft: Hummingbirds *Registration Required*
Guadalupe River State Park
Join us for story time and a take-home craft.
Jun
17
10:00a
End Date
Summer Discovery Series: Big Bad Wolf
Martin Dies, Jr. State Park
Do you have what it takes to engineer a home that can stand up to the big bad wolf?
Jun
17
10:00a
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Jun
17
10:00a
End Date
Skins , Skulls, and Scat - Oh My!
Bastrop State Park
Who calls this park home and what might you see while staying here? Touch, feel, and find your way to the answers.
Jun
17
10:30a
End Date
Reading with a Ranger
Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley State Park
Join us as we read stories about the fascinating world around us and the animals that live here.
Jun
17
11:00a
End Date
Craft time with Beverly 11am
South Llano River State Park
Join Park Host Beverly for some cool craft projects !
Jun
17
11:00a
End Date
Storytime and Crafts: Alligators!
Brazos Bend State Park
Join us to learn about alligators through storytime and get creative making crafts!
Jun
17
1:00p
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Jun
17
1:30p
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Jun
17
2:00p
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Jun
17
3:00p
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Skins and Skulls!
Eisenhower State Park
Come meet the mammals of Eisenhower State Park! Learn how an animal's unique fur pattern or skull anatomy helps it survive.
Jun
17
3:00p
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Jun
17
3:30p
End Date
Track Talk
Dinosaur Valley State Park
Gather round and hear the 113-million-year-old story of our dinosaur tracks!
Jun
17
4:00p
End Date
THE Palo Duro Van Tour
Palo Duro Canyon State Park
Beat the heat with a drive through Palo Duro Canyon from the comfort of our van.
Jun
17
8:00p
End Date
Jun
18
9:00a
End Date
Fish with a Ranger
Choke Canyon State Park - Calliham Unit
Choke Canyon offers some of the best fishing in Texas! Come join us for a relaxing morning at the lake. Equipment provided! Ages 7+
Jun
18
9:00a
End Date
Jun
18
10:00a
End Date
Track Talk
Dinosaur Valley State Park
Gather round and hear the 113-million-year-old story of our dinosaur tracks!
Jun
18
11:00a
End Date
Bird Walk
Dinosaur Valley State Park
Come join us to identify different bird species found in the park!
Jun
18
3:30p
End Date
Track Talk
Dinosaur Valley State Park
Gather round and hear the 113-million-year-old story of our dinosaur tracks!
Jun
20
8:00a
End Date
Camp Wild: Summer Day Camp (REGISTRATION CLOSED)
Stephen F. Austin State Park
Looking for new ways to get your kids outside? Stephen F. Austin State Park actively engages children with nature through outdoor and creative activities, a 4-day adventure for 8- to 12-year olds!
Jun
20
2:00p
End Date
THE Palo Duro Van Tour
Palo Duro Canyon State Park
Beat the heat with a drive through Palo Duro Canyon from the comfort of our van.
Jun
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!
Jun
21
2:00p
End Date
THE Palo Duro Van Tour
Palo Duro Canyon State Park
Beat the heat with a drive through Palo Duro Canyon from the comfort of our van.
Jun
22
9:00a
End Date
Jun
22
9:00a
End Date
Eco-Explorers: Wildlife & Science
Brazos Bend State Park
Brazos Bend is offering Eco-Explorer programs five Thursday mornings from June 1st to June 29th. Come discover and learn about the offense and defense found in nature!
Jun
22
9:00a
End Date
Scenic Overlook Nature Hike
Guadalupe River State Park
Join us almost every Thursday for an easy nature hike with a beautiful view!
Jun
22
10:00a
End Date
THE Palo Duro Van Tour
Palo Duro Canyon State Park
Beat the heat with a drive through Palo Duro Canyon from the comfort of our van.
Jun
23
9:00a
End Date
GISP Guided Bird Hike
Galveston Island State Park
Three ecosystems of birding - beach, prairie, and bay!
Jun
23
11:30a
End Date
Jun
23
2:00p
End Date
THE Palo Duro Van Tour
Palo Duro Canyon State Park
Beat the heat with a drive through Palo Duro Canyon from the comfort of our van.
Jun
23
3:00p
End Date
Jun
23
3:00p
End Date
Jun
23
8:00p
End Date
Light Painting
Cooper Lake State Park - South Sulphur Unit
Learn how to light paint using your cell phone camera!
Jun
24
9:00a
End Date
Cool Animals
Fort Boggy State Park
The temperatures are rising and the animals at Fort Boggy are trying to stay cool. Come find out how.
Jun
24
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!
Jun
24
10:00a
End Date
Track Talk
Dinosaur Valley State Park
Gather round and hear the 113-million-year-old story of our dinosaur tracks!
Jun
24
10:00a
End Date
Skins , Skulls, and Scat - Oh My!
Bastrop State Park
Who calls this park home and what might you see while staying here? Touch, feel, and find your way to the answers.
Jun
24
10:00a
End Date
Jun
24
10:00a
End Date
Summer Discovery Series: Lake Dipping
Martin Dies, Jr. State Park
Investigate the tiny creatures that live in Steinhagan Lake!
Jun
24
10:00a
End Date
Jun
24
11:00a
End Date
Marvelous Moon Prequel
South Llano River State Park
Come explore the moon and listen to a marvelous book to get ready for the full moon!
Jun
24
11:00a
End Date
Storytime and Crafts: Wading Birds!
Brazos Bend State Park
Join us to learn about wading birds through storytime and get creative making crafts!
Jun
24
12:30p
End Date
Jun
24
1:00p
End Date
Stream Safari
Lockhart State Park
Wear your favorite water shoes, and join us to meet the residents of Clear Fork Creek!
Jun
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.
Jun
24
1:00p
End Date
Sneaky Slithering Snakes
Buescher State Park
Find out how snakes aren't scary and learn to identify 10 native snakes of Central Texas by using patterns, characteristics and clues!
Jun
24
2:00p
End Date
Jun
24
2:00p
End Date
Snake Safety Hike
Dinosaur Valley State Park
Join us for a quick hike to talk about snake species and safety!
Jun
24
2:00p
End Date
Fishing with a Ranger
Cooper Lake State Park - South Sulphur Unit
Need some new fishing stories? Join a ranger learning the basics of fishing. All ages and stages welcome.
Jun
24
3:00p
End Date
Junior Rangers of Mustang Island
Mustang Island State Park
Explore Mustang Island with a specially designed pack
Jun
24
3:30p
End Date
Track Talk
Dinosaur Valley State Park
Gather round and hear the 113-million-year-old story of our dinosaur tracks!
Jun
24
3:30p
End Date
Take Aim With Atlatls
Copper Breaks State Park
Before the bow and arrow, there was the atlatl and dart. Join a park ranger to learn about this ancient hunting tool.
Jun
24
4:00p
End Date
THE Palo Duro Van Tour
Palo Duro Canyon State Park
Beat the heat with a drive through Palo Duro Canyon from the comfort of our van.
Jun
24
6:00p
End Date
Skins and Skulls at the Trammel Trace Pavilion
Martin Creek Lake State Park
Come learn about east Texas wildlife.
Jun
24
7:00p
End Date
S'mores and Stories
Lake Casa Blanca International State Park
Enjoy a fun night of story telling and then after enjoy making your own s'more!
Jun
24
8:00p
End Date
The Stars at Night Hike
Big Bend Ranch State Park
Ever wondered the name of that constellation or what animal is making that sound! Join a ranger on a 1.5 mile hike to find out.
Jun
24
8:30p
End Date
Jun
24
8:45p
End Date
Jun
24
9:30p
End Date
Jun
25
9:00a
End Date
Fish with a Ranger
Choke Canyon State Park - Calliham Unit
Choke Canyon offers some of the best fishing in Texas! Come join us for a relaxing morning at the lake. Equipment provided! Ages 7+
Jun
25
9:00a
End Date
Native American Games
Goliad State Park & Historic Site
Sometimes life for Native Americans was all fun and games!
Jun
25
10:00a
End Date
Track Talk
Dinosaur Valley State Park
Gather round and hear the 113-million-year-old story of our dinosaur tracks!
Jun
25
10:30a
End Date
Nature Journaling
Cooper Lake State Park - South Sulphur Unit
Take a moment to collect your thoughts.
Jun
25
11:00a
End Date
Jun
25
2:00p
End Date
What's In This Water?
Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley State Park
Explorers of all ages can join us to discover the wonders of water through scientific methods.
Jun
25
3:30p
End Date
Track Talk
Dinosaur Valley State Park
Gather round and hear the 113-million-year-old story of our dinosaur tracks!
Jun
27
2:00p
End Date
THE Palo Duro Van Tour
Palo Duro Canyon State Park
Beat the heat with a drive through Palo Duro Canyon from the comfort of our van.
Jun
28
9:00a
End Date
Jun
29
9:00a
End Date
Jun
29
9:00a
End Date
Eco-Explorers: Wildlife & Science
Brazos Bend State Park
Brazos Bend is offering Eco-Explorer programs five Thursday mornings from June 1st to June 29th. Come discover and learn about the offense and defense found in nature!
Jun
30
11:30a
End Date
Jun
30
3:00p
End Date
July 2023
Jul
1
8:30a
End Date
Jul
1
9:00a
End Date
Jul
1
10:00a
End Date
Track Talk
Dinosaur Valley State Park
Gather round and hear the 113-million-year-old story of our dinosaur tracks!
Jul
1
10:00a
End Date
Fourth of July Bike Decorating
Martin Creek Lake State Park
Decorate your bike for the Holiday Weekend.
Jul
1
11:00a
End Date
Storytime and Crafts: Food Chain!
Brazos Bend State Park
Join us for a story about the food chain and create your own food chain by making paper links!
Jul
1
11:30a
End Date
4th of July Campground Parade!
South Llano River State Park
Bring your dog, your bike, or yourself and join us on our 4th of July patriotic parade!
Jul
1
2:00p
End Date
Jul
1
3:30p
End Date
Track Talk
Dinosaur Valley State Park
Gather round and hear the 113-million-year-old story of our dinosaur tracks!
Jul
1
7:45p
End Date
Star Party with the San Antonio Astronomical Association
Guadalupe River State Park
Join us for stargazing!
Jul
1
8:00p
End Date
Star Party in the Park 8 pm
Lake Whitney State Park
Enjoy an evening in the park viewing the galaxy by using star maps, a laser pointer and telescope.
Retired National Park Ranger and Astronomer Larry Smith will guide you through the planets, moon and stars.
Jul
2
10:00a
End Date
Track Talk
Dinosaur Valley State Park
Gather round and hear the 113-million-year-old story of our dinosaur tracks!
Jul
2
3:30p
End Date
Track Talk
Dinosaur Valley State Park
Gather round and hear the 113-million-year-old story of our dinosaur tracks!
Jul
7
11:30a
End Date
Jul
7
2:00p
End Date
Skins and Skulls!
South Llano River State Park
Check out animal skins and furs found in the Hill Country.
Jul
7
3:00p
End Date
Jul
8
8:00a
End Date
Bird Outing
Lake Arrowhead State Park
Join the Texas Master Naturalists: Rolling Plains chapter to look for birds
Jul
8
10:00a
End Date
Track Talk
Dinosaur Valley State Park
Gather round and hear the 113-million-year-old story of our dinosaur tracks!
Jul
8
10:00a
End Date
Atlatl
South Llano River State Park
Join a Ranger and practice your ancient hunter and gather skills.
Jul
8
10:00a
End Date
Summer Discovery Series: Paddling Basics
Martin Dies, Jr. State Park
Discover paddling basics with the guide of a ranger. This program provides a low commitment opportunity and does not require you to paddle an entire trail.
Jul
8
11:00a
End Date
Storytime and Crafts: Alligators!
Brazos Bend State Park
Join us to learn about alligators through storytime and get creative making crafts!
Jul
8
2:00p
End Date
Jul
8
3:30p
End Date
Track Talk
Dinosaur Valley State Park
Gather round and hear the 113-million-year-old story of our dinosaur tracks!
Jul
9
10:00a
End Date
Track Talk
Dinosaur Valley State Park
Gather round and hear the 113-million-year-old story of our dinosaur tracks!
Jul
9
3:30p
End Date
Track Talk
Dinosaur Valley State Park
Gather round and hear the 113-million-year-old story of our dinosaur tracks!
Jul
14
11:30a
End Date
Jul
14
2:00p
End Date
Jul
14
3:00p
End Date
Jul
15
10:00a
End Date
Track Talk
Dinosaur Valley State Park
Gather round and hear the 113-million-year-old story of our dinosaur tracks!
Jul
15
11:00a
End Date
Storytime and Crafts: Owls!
Brazos Bend State Park
Listen to the story and make your own owl puppet.
Jul
15
3:00p
End Date
Skins and Skulls!
Eisenhower State Park
Come meet the mammals of Eisenhower State Park! Learn how an animal's unique fur pattern or skull anatomy helps it survive.
Jul
15
3:30p
End Date
Track Talk
Dinosaur Valley State Park
Gather round and hear the 113-million-year-old story of our dinosaur tracks!
Jul
15
8:30p
End Date
Jul
16
10:00a
End Date
Track Talk
Dinosaur Valley State Park
Gather round and hear the 113-million-year-old story of our dinosaur tracks!
Jul
16
3:30p
End Date
Track Talk
Dinosaur Valley State Park
Gather round and hear the 113-million-year-old story of our dinosaur tracks!
Jul
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!
Jul
20
9:30p
End Date
Jul
21
11:30a
End Date
Jul
21
3:00p
End Date
Jul
22
9:00a
End Date
Jul
22
10:00a
End Date
Track Talk
Dinosaur Valley State Park
Gather round and hear the 113-million-year-old story of our dinosaur tracks!
Jul
22
10:00a
End Date
Summer Discovery Series: Sounds of Nature
Martin Dies, Jr. State Park
Discover the glorious sounds of nature on this adventure!
Jul
22
11:00a
End Date
Storytime and Crafts: Tarantulas!
Brazos Bend State Park
Join us for a story about tarantulas and create your own eight-legged friend to take home!
Jul
22
3:30p
End Date
Track Talk
Dinosaur Valley State Park
Gather round and hear the 113-million-year-old story of our dinosaur tracks!
Jul
22
8:00p
End Date
100 S'more Years of Texas State Parks!
Dinosaur Valley State Park
Come and 'toast' the next 100 Years of Texas State Parks!
Jul
23
10:00a
End Date
Track Talk
Dinosaur Valley State Park
Gather round and hear the 113-million-year-old story of our dinosaur tracks!
Jul
23
3:30p
End Date
Track Talk
Dinosaur Valley State Park
Gather round and hear the 113-million-year-old story of our dinosaur tracks!
Jul
28
10:00a
End Date
Jul
28
11:30a
End Date
Jul
28
3:00p
End Date
Jul
29
10:00a
End Date
Track Talk
Dinosaur Valley State Park
Gather round and hear the 113-million-year-old story of our dinosaur tracks!
Jul
29
10:00a
End Date
Jul
29
11:00a
End Date
Storytime and Crafts: Owls!
Brazos Bend State Park
Listen to the story and make your own owl puppet.
Jul
29
2:00p
End Date
Jul
29
3:30p
End Date
Track Talk
Dinosaur Valley State Park
Gather round and hear the 113-million-year-old story of our dinosaur tracks!
Jul
29
7:45p
End Date
Star Party with the San Antonio Astronomical Association
Guadalupe River State Park
Join us for stargazing!
Jul
30
10:00a
End Date
Track Talk
Dinosaur Valley State Park
Gather round and hear the 113-million-year-old story of our dinosaur tracks!
Jul
30
3:30p
End Date
Track Talk
Dinosaur Valley State Park
Gather round and hear the 113-million-year-old story of our dinosaur tracks!
August 2023
Aug
5
10:00a
End Date
Atlatl
South Llano River State Park
Join a Ranger and practice your ancient hunter and gather skills.
Aug
5
11:00a
End Date
Storytime and Crafts: Alligators!
Brazos Bend State Park
Join us to learn about alligators through storytime and get creative making crafts!
Aug
5
2:00p
End Date
Aug
5
8:00p
End Date
Star Party in the Park 8 pm
Lake Whitney State Park
Enjoy an evening in the park viewing the galaxy by using star maps, a laser pointer and telescope.
Retired National Park Ranger and Astronomer Larry Smith will guide you through the planets, moon and stars.
Aug
12
11:00a
End Date
Storytime and Crafts: Food Chain!
Brazos Bend State Park
Join us for a story about the food chain and create your own food chain by making paper links!
Aug
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!
Aug
17
9:00p
End Date
Aug
19
11:00a
End Date
Storytime and Crafts: Armadillos!
Brazos Bend State Park
Join us for a story about armadillos and make a macaroni armadillo to take home!
Aug
19
3:00p
End Date
Skins and Skulls!
Eisenhower State Park
Come meet the mammals of Eisenhower State Park! Learn how an animal's unique fur pattern or skull anatomy helps it survive.
Aug
26
11:00a
End Date
Storytime and Crafts: Fireflies!
Brazos Bend State Park
Join us for a story about fireflies and make your own firefly magnet.
September 2023
Sep
9
8:00p
End Date
Star Party in the Park 8 pm
Lake Whitney State Park
Enjoy an evening in the park viewing the galaxy by using star maps, a laser pointer and telescope.
Retired National Park Ranger and Astronomer Larry Smith will guide you through the planets, moon and stars.
Sep
15
5:00p
End Date
Prairie Palooza: Palo Duro Canyon – Back to the Future
Palo Duro Canyon State Park
🎉 Celebrate Texas State Parks’ 100-year anniversary at Palo Duro Canyon State Park! This three-day event will chronical 100 years of our past and showcase 100 years of partnerships for the future!
Sep
16
3:00p
End Date
Skins and Skulls!
Eisenhower State Park
Come meet the mammals of Eisenhower State Park! Learn how an animal's unique fur pattern or skull anatomy helps it survive.
Sep
17
10:00a
End Date
Seed Stomp
Lyndon B. Johnson State Park & Historic Site
🎉 Plant wildflower seeds for future generations!
Sep
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!
Sep
23
End Date
Bentsen Outdoor Skills Showcase
Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley State Park
🎉 An exciting day for fun, games, and getting to know the outdoors!
Sep
23
7:30p
End Date
Texas State Parks 100-Year Celebration!
Fort Boggy State Park
Texas State Parks is celebrating 100 years! Celebrate this milestone and the future at Fort Boggy State Park.
Sep
30
9:00a
End Date
Park Fun Day
Help us celebrate 100 years of State Park recreation at Choke Canyon State Park! We have fishing, archery, kayaking and basketball for all ages. Don't worry - we provide all equipment. Later, participants can test their new skills in a competition to bring home a trophy!
Don't forget, kids 12 and under are FREE.
October 2023
Oct
7
9:00a
End Date
An "Un" Natural Halloween
Cooper Lake State Park - South Sulphur Unit
🎉 Join us for An "Un" Natural Halloween! We will host morning and evening activities.
Oct
7
10:00a
End Date
Destination Exploration
Galveston Island State Park
🎉 Follow the stories of the people and events that shaped the island and Galveston Island State Park
Oct
7
5:00p
End Date
Pedernales Falls Fest
Pedernales Falls State Park
🎉 Come celebrate 100 years of State Parks with a festival around the park and under the stars!
Oct
14
9:30a
End Date
Make a Solar Eclipse Viewing Box
Colorado Bend State Park
Get ready for the Annular Solar Eclipse. Learn how to make your own solar eclipse viewing box.
Oct
14
10:00a
End Date
Annular Solar Eclipse Viewing
Lake Brownwood State Park
Celebrate 100 Years of Texas State Parks with us by watching the solar eclipse!
Oct
14
11:00a
End Date
Annular Solar Event
Colorado Bend State Park
Use your new solar eclipse viewing box while viewing the Annular Solar Eclipse.
Oct
14
5:30p
End Date
Fall Forest Festival
Stephen F. Austin State Park
🎉 Come celebrate 100-Years of Texas State Parks at the First Annual Fall Forest Festival 2023, presented by Stephen F. Austin State Park. There will be food, music, fun and games for the entire family.
Oct
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!
Oct
20
End Date
Find Your Trail
Big Bend Ranch State Park
🎉 Embark on you next great adventure at Big Bend Ranch State Park!
Oct
21
10:00a
End Date
Hueco Tanks 29th Annual Community Fair
Hueco Tanks State Park & Historic Site
🎉 It's time for our Annual Community Fair! Come on out for a fun weekend full of tours, presentations, demonstrations, rock climbing and much more!
Oct
21
3:00p
End Date
Skins and Skulls!
Eisenhower State Park
Come meet the mammals of Eisenhower State Park! Learn how an animal's unique fur pattern or skull anatomy helps it survive.
Oct
21
5:00p
End Date
Boo in the Park 2023
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
21
7:00p
End Date
International Observe the Moon
Colorado Bend State Park
Enjoy a fall evening of observing the moon at first quarter phase. We will have telescopes available.
Oct
21
7:00p
End Date
Star Party in the Park
Lake Whitney State Park
Enjoy an evening in the park viewing the galaxy by using star maps, a laser pointer and telescope.
Retired National Park Ranger and Astronomer Larry Smith will guide you through the planets, moon and stars.
Oct
22
10:00a
End Date
Hueco Tanks 29th Annual Community Fair
Hueco Tanks State Park & Historic Site
🎉 It's time for our Annual Community Fair! Come on out for a fun weekend full of tours, presentations, demonstrations, rock climbing and much more!
Oct
28
10:30a
End Date
100 S'more Years of Campfire Cooking
Lyndon B. Johnson State Park & Historic Site
Celebrate 100 Years of Texas State Parks with us as we enjoy s'mores around a campfire.
Oct
28
3:00p
End Date
November 2023
Nov
4
10:00a
End Date
🎉Bastrop Field and Fun Fest
Bastrop State Park
Join us in celebrating 100 Years of Texas State Parks!
Nov
4
10:00a
End Date
Outdoor Adventure Expo!
Lake Casa Blanca International State Park
🎉 Join us for a fun-filled day of adventure and experience Lake Casa Blanca like you have never before!
Nov
4
7:00p
End Date
Star Party in the Park
Lake Whitney State Park
Enjoy an evening in the park viewing the galaxy by using star maps, a laser pointer and telescope.
Retired National Park Ranger and Astronomer Larry Smith will guide you through the planets, moon and stars.
Nov
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!
Nov
18
3:00p
End Date
Skins and Skulls!
Eisenhower State Park
Come meet the mammals of Eisenhower State Park! Learn how an animal's unique fur pattern or skull anatomy helps it survive.
Nov
23
10:30a
End Date
6th Annual Turkey Trot 5K/-Mile Fun Run
South Llano River State Park
🎉Come earn those Thanksgiving calories!
December 2023
Dec
2
10:00a
End Date
🎉Buescher Lake Bash
Buescher State Park
Celebrate 100 Years of Texas State Parks with us at the Buescher Lake Bash!
Dec
2
2:00p
End Date
Dec
16
3:00p
End Date
Skins and Skulls!
Eisenhower State Park
Come meet the mammals of Eisenhower State Park! Learn how an animal's unique fur pattern or skull anatomy helps it survive.
Dec
16
5:00p
End Date
Twinkle Tour 2023
Lake Tawakoni State Park
Join us for our annual Twinkle Tour at Lake Tawakoni State Park. Enjoy all the festive Christmas lights and listen to a reading of The Night Before Christmas at the amphitheater.
Dec
17
5:30p
End Date
54th Annual Tree Lighting
Lyndon B. Johnson State Park & Historic Site
🎉 Enjoy this special tradition started 54 years ago by President and Mrs. Johnson.
Dec
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!