Calendar of Events

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.

July 2025

Jul 10
12:00p
End Date

Reading with a Ranger

Fort Richardson State Park & Historic Site / Lost Creek Reservoir State Trailway
Snuggle up under the trees and enjoy a nature themed story with a Park Ranger!
Jul 10
3:00p
End Date

Critters of East Texas

Lake Livingston State Park
Explore the diversity of local mammals and reptiles.
Jul 10
8:00p
End Date

Full Moon Night Hike *Registration Required*--CANCELLED

Guadalupe River State Park
Join us for a night hike under July's full moon!
Jul 11
9:00a
End Date

Kayaking 101

Cooper Lake State Park - Doctors Creek Unit
Join a ranger to learn the basics of kayaking. Instruction provided. Limited equipment available. Reserve your kayak today.
Jul 11
10:30a
End Date

Skins and Skulls

Sheldon Lake State Park & Environmental Learning Center
Want to know what wildlife lives in the park?
Jul 11
1:00p
End Date

Art in the Park

Choke Canyon State Park - Calliham Unit
Families are welcome to paint and draw the nature around them.
Jul 11
2:00p
End Date

Goose Island Tram Tour (Registration Required)

Goose Island State Park
Explore the park history from the comfort of our electric tram.
Jul 11
2:00p
End Date

Backyard Bass

Eisenhower State Park
Learn how to cast with this fun game!
Jul 11
3:00p
End Date

Shell and Tell

Mustang Island State Park
Get hands on with coastal curiosities and the shells of creatures that help shape our shores and society!
Jul 11
4:00p
End Date

What's That Snake?

Eisenhower State Park
Do you know how to identify snakes?
Jul 12
8:00a
End Date

Bird Outing

Lake Arrowhead State Park
Join the Texas Master Naturalists: Rolling Plains chapter to look for birds
Jul 12
9:00a
End Date

Storybook Stroll

Dinosaur Valley State Park
Take a stroll through a story, where every step brings a new adventure to life!
Jul 12
9:00a
End Date

The Atlatl

Lake Arrowhead State Park
Join a park ranger to learn about this ancient hunting tool
Jul 12
9:00a
End Date

Skins and Skulls - Omnivores

Cooper Lake State Park - Doctors Creek Unit
Join a ranger for a hands-on program exploring the wild world of native omnivores!
Jul 12
9:00a
End Date

Wildlife Detectives

Cooper Lake State Park - South Sulphur Unit
Learn how to hone your observation skills!
Jul 12
9:00a
End Date

Setting the Hook Fishing Clinic at Greenline Park

San Antonio, TX - Greenline Park
Come out and catch some fun, at this free family fishing event!
Jul 12
10:00a
End Date

Microscopic Water Bugs

Choke Canyon State Park - Calliham Unit
What's in the lake water? Let's find out!
Jul 12
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 12
10:00a
End Date

Lake Life -Aquatic Explorations!

Buescher State Park
Let's get our hands wet as we learn about the critters that call Buescher Lake home! Have some cool fun during the hot Texas summer!
Jul 12
10:00a
End Date

Skins, Skulls, Scales, & Tails

Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
Stop by our table behind headquarters 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.
Jul 12
10:00a
End Date

Pioneer Toys and Games

Mission Tejas State Park
Swing by the park Visitor Center and discover some of the fascinating history of Mission Tejas State Park while playing with toys and games that the pioneer kids did!
Jul 12
10:30a
End Date

Backyard Bass

Sheldon Lake State Park & Environmental Learning Center
Come and enjoy a land lover's spin on fishing!
Jul 12
10:30a
End Date

Watersense 101

Resaca de la Palma State Park
Discover the hydrology in the Rio Grande Delta with a ranger.
Jul 12
11:00a
End Date

Frog Chorus

Eisenhower State Park
Sing like the frogs!
Jul 12
11:00a
End Date

Skins, Skulls, Scales and Scat

Pedernales Falls State Park
What can we learn about wildlife from what they leave behind?
Jul 12
1:00p
End Date

Critters of LCCSP

Lake Corpus Christi State Park
Learn about the wild animals of the park.
Jul 12
1:00p
End Date

Nature Journaling

Cooper Lake State Park - South Sulphur Unit
Take a moment to collect your thoughts.
Jul 12
1:00p
End Date

Summer Reading with a Ranger: Weslandia!

Cedar Hill State Park
Join a Park Ranger in person or online for a live reading of Weslandia by Paul Fleischman, the classic story of one creative boy's fantastical summer adventures!
Jul 12
1:00p
End Date

Turtles Of East Texas

Lake Livingston State Park
Learn about the Turtles of east Texas.
Jul 12
1:30p
End Date

Introduction to Kayaking

Choke Canyon State Park - Calliham Unit
RESERVATION ONLY... please call 361-786-3868. Come kayak the water at Choke Canyon Reservoir in this beginner friendly class!
Jul 12
2:00p
End Date

Junior Ranger Academy

Davis Mountains State Park
This fun, ranger-led workshop is aimed for kids, ages 5-12 (but open to all), who want to build their outdoor skills.
Jul 12
2:00p
End Date

Art in the Park

Lake Bob Sandlin State Park
Make memories of your park with art!
Jul 12
2:00p
End Date

Skins & Skulls

Lake Tawakoni State Park
Come discover some of the amazing creatures found here at the park and have a chance to interact with real skins and skulls!
Jul 12
2:00p
End Date

Skins and Skulls at Visitor Center

Mission Tejas State Park
Come by the our visitor center and get a closer look at some of the wildlife found at Mission Tejas!
Jul 12
2:30p
End Date

Fishing with a Ranger

Goose Island State Park
Fish with a ranger and check out our 1620-foot pier!
Jul 12
2:30p
End Date

Micro Scavenger Hunt

Martin Creek Lake State Park
What tiny wonders can you find?
Jul 12
3:00p
End Date

Nature Origami

Lockhart State Park
Create a nature-inspired masterpiece from folded paper!
Jul 12
8:00p
End Date

Discovery Night

Estero Llano Grande State Park
A ranger-guided night hike which may include stargazing, alligators, pauraques, owls, scorpions, tarantulas, frogs, snakes, armadillos, or raccoons - it's a surprise for all of us!
Jul 12
8:00p
End Date

Art in the Park - Fireflies!

Dinosaur Valley State Park
Get crafty and create your own firefly!
Jul 12
8:00p
End Date

Fishing with a Ranger

Lake Livingston State Park
Join Ranger Eric for fishing!
Jul 12
8:45p
End Date

Discoveries in the Dark

Goose Island State Park
Explore the park after dark!
Jul 12
9:00p
End Date

Insect Extravaganza!

Dinosaur Valley State Park
Observe the diverse insects found right here at Dinosaur Valley under UV light!
Jul 13
9:00a
End Date

Storybook Stroll

Dinosaur Valley State Park
Take a stroll through a story, where every step brings a new adventure to life!
Jul 13
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 13
10:00a
End Date

Fossil Table

Pedernales Falls State Park
The geology of the falls gives us some great views! Come see the small details that make the view even more special!
Jul 13
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?
Jul 13
10:00a
End Date

Peak Preparedness - Trail Safety Tips

Davis Mountains State Park
Want to explore our desert trails? Park host Terry will cover the basics to ensure you have what it takes to stay safe.
Jul 13
10:30a
End Date

Watersense 101

Resaca de la Palma State Park
Discover the hydrology in the Rio Grande Delta with a ranger.
Jul 13
11:00a
End Date

Junior Ranger Academy

Dinosaur Valley State Park
Learn to think like a real park ranger!
Jul 13
11:00a
End Date

Solar Powered Crafts

Mustang Island State Park
Come make arts and crafts using the power of the sun! Fun for all ages!
Jul 13
3:00p
End Date

Shell and Tell

Mustang Island State Park
Get hands on with coastal curiosities and the shells of creatures that help shape our shores and society!
Jul 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!
Jul 17
3:00p
End Date

Critters of East Texas

Lake Livingston State Park
Explore the diversity of local mammals and reptiles.
Jul 17
7:30p
End Date

Sunset Watercolor

Galveston Island State Park
Unleash your creative side and enjoy the island's best sunsets.
Jul 18
9:00a
End Date

Introduction to Fishing

Choke Canyon State Park - Calliham Unit
Kids and grownups can fish together this summer off the bank of Choke Canyon State Park! Poles are provided. No fishing license is needed.
Jul 18
9:00a
End Date

Fishing with a Ranger

Guadalupe River State Park
Enjoy a morning of fishing on the Guadalupe River.
Jul 18
9:00a
End Date

Amphibians

Cooper Lake State Park - South Sulphur Unit
Amazing amphibians love land and water!
Jul 18
9:00a
End Date

Nature Journaling

Cooper Lake State Park - Doctors Creek Unit
Learn to connect deeper with nature and to sharpen your perceptions!
Jul 18
10:30a
End Date

What Lurks Beneath

Goose Island State Park
What kind of marine life is found in our local bays? Join a ranger to find out!
Jul 18
11:00a
End Date

Stream Safari

Lockhart State Park
Wear your favorite water shoes, and join us to meet the residents of Clear Fork Creek!
Jul 18
1:00p
End Date

Art in the Park

Choke Canyon State Park - Calliham Unit
Families are welcome to paint and draw the nature around them.
Jul 18
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.
Jul 18
2:30p
End Date

Decorate a Star Chart

Goose Island State Park
Make and decorate your very own map of the night sky!
Jul 18
3:00p
End Date

Shell and Tell

Mustang Island State Park
Get hands on with coastal curiosities and the shells of creatures that help shape our shores and society!
Jul 18
8:00p
End Date

Nocturnal Marvels: Moth Madness

Resaca de la Palma State Park
See what the buzz is about during National Moth Week!
Jul 19
8:30a
End Date

Summer Color! Storybook on the Trail

Lake Whitney State Park
Summer Color! by Diana Murray, illustrated by Zoe Persico, is a joyful story that celebrates the vibrant colors and simple wonders of summer. As the pages turn, readers explore bright scenes filled with nature’s red, blues, yellows, and greens, inspiring curiosity and a love for the outdoors.
Jul 19
9:00a
End Date

Storybook Stroll

Dinosaur Valley State Park
Take a stroll through a story, where every step brings a new adventure to life!
Jul 19
9:00a
End Date

The Atlatl

Lake Arrowhead State Park
Join a park ranger to learn about this ancient hunting tool
Jul 19
9:00a
End Date

Fishing with the Ranger

Cooper Lake State Park - South Sulphur Unit
Let's go fishing!
Jul 19
10:00a
End Date

Microscopic Water Bugs

Choke Canyon State Park - Calliham Unit
What's in the lake water? Let's find out!
Jul 19
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 19
10:00a
End Date

Insect Inspection

Lake Casa Blanca International State Park
Test your detective skills and investigate what insects are around Lake Casa Blanca.
Jul 19
10:00a
End Date

Gyotaku (Japanese Fish Printing)

Guadalupe River State Park
Learn about Gyotaku and make your own fish print to take home.
Jul 19
10:00a
End Date

Skins and Skulls

Copper Breaks State Park
Join us to learn about the animals that call the Rolling Plains home!
Jul 19
10:00a
End Date

Insects of Mission Tejas

Mission Tejas State Park
Come explore the wide variety of insects that make Mission Tejas home and learn how they help nature and us!
Jul 19
11:00a
End Date

Trail Cam Explorers

Dinosaur Valley State Park
Explore the wonderful world of our wildlife with Ranger Sabrina by learning and setting up trail cameras!
Jul 19
1:00p
End Date

Fishing with the Ranger

Cooper Lake State Park - Doctors Creek Unit
Join us learning the basics of fishing. All ages and stages welcome. No experience required!
Jul 19
1:00p
End Date

Mammals of East Texas

Lake Livingston State Park
Explore the diversity of local mammals.
Jul 19
2:00p
End Date

Art in the Park

Davis Mountains State Park
Join us for an all-ages & all-ability levels arts & crafts workshop (cap at 25 people).
Jul 19
2:00p
End Date

Art in the Park

Lake Bob Sandlin State Park
Make memories of your park with art!
Jul 19
2:00p
End Date

Wildcraft

Lake Corpus Christi State Park
Make a craft to remember the park by!
Jul 19
2:00p
End Date

Roving Ranger Rex

Dinosaur Valley State Park
Stop by the Dino Models to ask Ranger Laney any of your questions about Dinosaur Valley, plus see what fun activities she has for you!
Jul 19
2:00p
End Date

Skins and Skulls at Visitor Center

Mission Tejas State Park
Come by the our visitor center and get a closer look at some of the wildlife found at Mission Tejas!
Jul 19
2:00p
End Date

Goose Island Tram Tour (Registration Required)

Goose Island State Park
Explore the park history from the comfort of our electric tram.
Jul 19
8:30p
End Date

Moth Week Moth Night

Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley State Park
It’s National Moth Week! See what the buzz is about as we light the way for moths and more. Learn more about moths during National Moth Week. Meet at the Birding Center (HQ) Gardens for a closer look at moths! No reservations required. Free program with paid park entry.
Jul 19
8:30p
End Date

Beach Walk by Starlight

Galveston Island State Park
The stars at night, are big and bright....Deep in the heart of Texas!
Jul 19
9:30p
End Date

Night Sky Exploration

Goose Island State Park
Join a ranger as we tour the constellations of the night sky!
Jul 19
9:30p
End Date

Star Party

Fort Richardson State Park & Historic Site / Lost Creek Reservoir State Trailway
The stars are calling, maybe your extraterrestrial friend is too!
Jul 20
9:00a
End Date

Storybook Stroll

Dinosaur Valley State Park
Take a stroll through a story, where every step brings a new adventure to life!
Jul 20
10:00a
End Date

Camp Cooking Made Easy

Davis Mountains State Park
Join park host Kari for this fun, outdoor-oriented cooking demo and learn how to make simple & delicious camp meals.
Jul 20
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 20
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?
Jul 20
11:00a
End Date

Solar Powered Crafts

Mustang Island State Park
Come make arts and crafts using the power of the sun! Fun for all ages!
Jul 20
11:00a
End Date

Art in the Park - Prickly Pear Cactus!

Dinosaur Valley State Park
Learn step by step how to draw a Prickly Pear Cactus!
Jul 20
2:00p
End Date

Ice Cream Making

Fort Boggy State Park
Ready to turn your sweetest dreams into creamy reality?
Jul 20
3:00p
End Date

Shell and Tell

Mustang Island State Park
Get hands on with coastal curiosities and the shells of creatures that help shape our shores and society!
Jul 24
9:00p
End Date

Cedar Hill Moth Night

Join Cedar Hill Parks and Rec, Cedar Hill State Park, and Dogwood Canyon Audubon for a moon-lit evening as we explore some of our city's most mysterious residents.
Jul 24
9:30p
End Date

Astronomy with Buddy!

South Llano River State Park
Come by for a quick look at the stars!
Jul 25
9:00a
End Date

Wildlife Viewing

Cooper Lake State Park - South Sulphur Unit
Learn some tips and tricks on viewing wildlife.
Jul 25
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?
Jul 25
1:00p
End Date

Art in the Park

Choke Canyon State Park - Calliham Unit
Families are welcome to paint and draw the nature around them.
Jul 25
2:30p
End Date

Gyotaku (Registration Required)

Goose Island State Park
Join us to learn about this Japanese art form and create your own fish print!
Jul 25
3:00p
End Date

Shell and Tell

Mustang Island State Park
Get hands on with coastal curiosities and the shells of creatures that help shape our shores and society!
Jul 25
4:00p
End Date

Skull Detectives

Eisenhower State Park
Think you're a bone-afide expert on animal skulls?
Jul 25
7:00p
End Date

Skins, Skulls, and Scat: Nocturnal Marvels

Blanco State Park
Explore, touch, and learn about some of the nighttime animals that call Blanco State Park home!
Jul 25
8:45p
End Date

Mothing at the Park

Guadalupe River State Park
Are you curious about the mysterious and mesmerizing creatures of the night? Embark on a captivating journey into the fascinating realm of moths!
Jul 25
9:30p
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!
Jul 25
9:30p
End Date

Star Party in the Borderlands

Big Bend Ranch State Park
The Stars at Night are Big and Bright! Join park rangers on a tour across our galactic neighborhood.
Jul 26
9:00a
End Date

Storybook Stroll

Dinosaur Valley State Park
Take a stroll through a story, where every step brings a new adventure to life!
Jul 26
9:00a
End Date

Setting the Hook Fishing Tournament at Greenline Park

San Antonio, TX - Greenline Park
Come out and catch some fun, at this free family fishing event!
Jul 26
9:00a
End Date

The Atlatl

Lake Arrowhead State Park
Join a park ranger to learn about this ancient hunting tool
Jul 26
10:00a
End Date

Microscopic Water Bugs

Choke Canyon State Park - Calliham Unit
What's in the lake water? Let's find out!
Jul 26
10:00a
End Date

River Bugs, Oh My!

Guadalupe River State Park
Join us as we discover what lives in the river!
Jul 26
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 26
10:00a
End Date

Become a Junior Ranger

Cooper Lake State Park - Doctors Creek Unit
Join a Ranger for a fun, hands-on adventure to learn what it takes to become a Junior Ranger!
Jul 26
10:00a
End Date

Ranch Roots - Brands, Butter and Buckskin

Saddle up for a hands-on journey through ranch life!
Jul 26
10:00a
End Date

Color Crazy

Lake Casa Blanca International State Park
Discover all the different ways animals use color from camouflage to warning signs!
Jul 26
11:00a
End Date

Junior Ranger Academy

Dinosaur Valley State Park
Learn to think like a real park ranger!
Jul 26
11:00a
End Date

Sunny Day

Tyler State Park
Soak up the sun!
Jul 26
1:00p
End Date

Critters of LCCSP

Lake Corpus Christi State Park
Learn about the wild animals of the park.
Jul 26
2:00p
End Date

Art in the Park

Lake Bob Sandlin State Park
Make memories of your park with art!
Jul 26
2:00p
End Date

Wildcraft

Lake Corpus Christi State Park
Make a craft to remember the park by!
Jul 26
2:00p
End Date

Roving Ranger Rex

Dinosaur Valley State Park
Stop by the Dino Models to ask Ranger Laney any of your questions about Dinosaur Valley, plus see what fun activities she has for you!
Jul 26
2:00p
End Date

Amazing Outdoor Apps

Davis Mountains State Park
Enhance your outdoor experience by learning how to use plant, wildlife, and star identifying apps.
Jul 26
2:00p
End Date

Going Batty - Bat Craft

Bastrop State Park
Learn about some Texas Bats and build your own bat to take home with you!
Jul 26
2:30p
End Date

Tejas Watercolors

Mission Tejas State Park
Come express yourself artistically with watercolors!
Jul 26
4:00p
End Date

Oysters: The Pearl of Goose Island

Goose Island State Park
How do oysters provide protection to the coast? Come find out!
Jul 26
8:00p
End Date

Intro to Astro

Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
Join a ranger and volunteers for an introduction to astronomy at our International Dark Sky Park.
Jul 26
8:00p
End Date

Bat-er to Hear You With

Resaca de la Palma State Park
Join a ranger for a moon-lit evening as we explore some of our park’s most mysterious residents.
Jul 26
8:30p
End Date

National Moth Week: Moth Exploration

Goose Island State Park
It's National Moth Week! Join us in discovering the nocturnal pollinators of Goose Island.
Jul 26
8:45p
End Date

Stargazing

Cooper Lake State Park - South Sulphur Unit
Starry nights are seen out here!
Jul 27
9:00a
End Date

Storybook Stroll

Dinosaur Valley State Park
Take a stroll through a story, where every step brings a new adventure to life!
Jul 27
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!
Jul 27
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 27
10:00a
End Date

Peak Preparedness - Trail Safety Tips

Davis Mountains State Park
Want to explore our desert trails? Park host Terry will cover the basics to ensure you have what it takes to stay safe.
Jul 27
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!
Jul 27
11:00a
End Date

Dinosaur Hunt

Dinosaur Valley State Park
Track down the dinosaurs that have gotten loose in Dinosaur Valley!
Jul 27
11:00a
End Date

Solar Powered Crafts

Mustang Island State Park
Come make arts and crafts using the power of the sun! Fun for all ages!
Jul 27
3:00p
End Date

Shell and Tell

Mustang Island State Park
Get hands on with coastal curiosities and the shells of creatures that help shape our shores and society!
Jul 31
3:00p
End Date

Critters of East Texas

Lake Livingston State Park
Explore the diversity of local mammals and reptiles.

August 2025

Aug 1
3:00p
End Date

Shell and Tell

Mustang Island State Park
Get hands on with coastal curiosities and the shells of creatures that help shape our shores and society!
Aug 2
8:00a
End Date

C.A.S.T. for Kids - Rockport Beach

Rockport, TX - Rockport Beach
Do you have a child with special needs? Bring them out to fish!
Aug 2
8:00a
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.
Aug 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!
Aug 2
11:00a
End Date

Sea Center Shark Celebration

Sea Center Texas
Join Sea Center Texas for an afternoon of shark exploration!
Aug 3
10:00a
End Date

Track Talk

Dinosaur Valley State Park
Gather round and hear the 113-million-year-old story of our dinosaur tracks!
Aug 3
3:00p
End Date

Shell and Tell

Mustang Island State Park
Get hands on with coastal curiosities and the shells of creatures that help shape our shores and society!
Aug 8
3:00p
End Date

Shell and Tell

Mustang Island State Park
Get hands on with coastal curiosities and the shells of creatures that help shape our shores and society!
Aug 9
8:00a
End Date

Bird Outing

Lake Arrowhead State Park
Join the Texas Master Naturalists: Rolling Plains chapter to look for birds
Aug 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!
Aug 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!
Aug 10
3:00p
End Date

Shell and Tell

Mustang Island State Park
Get hands on with coastal curiosities and the shells of creatures that help shape our shores and society!
Aug 15
8:00p
End Date

History of Enchanted Rock- Campfire Chat

Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
Sit around the campfire with a ranger and volunteer and learn about the geologic and human history of our State Natural Area.
Aug 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!
Aug 17
10:00a
End Date

Track Talk

Dinosaur Valley State Park
Gather round and hear the 113-million-year-old story of our dinosaur tracks!
Aug 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!
Aug 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!
Aug 23
8:00p
End Date

Let's Celebrate the Moon, Stars and Planets Together!

Lake Whitney State Park
Enjoy an evening in the park viewing all you can see in the galaxy by using star maps, a laser pointer and telescopes. Retired National Park Ranger and Astronomer Larry Smith will guide you through these astronomical wonders.
Aug 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!
Aug 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!
Aug 31
10:00a
End Date

Track Talk

Dinosaur Valley State Park
Gather round and hear the 113-million-year-old story of our dinosaur tracks!

September 2025

Sep 6
9:30a
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.
Sep 10
10:00a
End Date

Homeschool Classes in the Natural Area

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

Homeschool Classes in the Natural Area

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

Homeschool Classes in the Natural Area

Honey Creek State Natural Area
Experience Honey Creek State Natural Area as an outdoor classroom in this program for school-age kids!
Sep 13
9:00a
End Date

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.
Sep 13
9:00a
End Date

Adaptation Artistry

Government Canyon State Natural Area
How do spotted fur, big ears, long tails, and other special features help animals survive in a challenging environment? Stop by to learn more at a touch table and craft station. All are welcome, but this activity is timed to coincide with Girl Scouts Love State Parks weekend.
Sep 13
8:00p
End Date

Let's Celebrate the Moon, Stars and Planets Together!

Lake Whitney State Park
Enjoy an evening in the park viewing all you can see in the galaxy by using star maps, a laser pointer and telescopes. Retired National Park Ranger and Astronomer Larry Smith will guide you through these astronomical wonders.
Sep 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!
Sep 27
9:00a
End Date

Learn to Fish - College Station

College Station, TX - Lick Creek Park
Learn to fish at this fun, FREE, family event!

October 2025

Oct 8
10:00a
End Date

Homeschool Classes in the Natural Area

Honey Creek State Natural Area
Experience Honey Creek State Natural Area as an outdoor classroom in this program for school-age kids!
Oct 9
10:00a
End Date

Homeschool Classes in the Natural Area

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

Homeschool Classes in the Natural Area

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

50 Years Through the Ages

Galveston Island State Park
Step Back in Time and Celebrate 50 Years of Galveston Island State Park! 🎉
Oct 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!
Oct 18
9:00a
End Date

Learn to Fish - College Station

College Station, TX - Lick Creek Park
Learn to fish at this fun, FREE, family event!
Oct 18
10:00a
End Date

State Park Spook-Tacular

Ray Roberts Lake State Park - Johnson Branch Unit
Join rangers all day and celebrate Halloween!
Oct 18
10:00a
End Date

Home, Home on the Prairie

Caprock Canyons State Park & Trailway
Stay off my prairie, DOG!
Oct 18
10:00a
End Date

Buzzing with Life: Pollinators of the Park

Guadalupe River State Park
Buzz on over to Guadalupe River State Park and take part in this year's Texas Pollinator BioBlitz!
Oct 18
5:00p
End Date

Boo in the Park 2025

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 25
3:00p
End Date

Trunk or Treat

Lake Brownwood State Park
Join us for a family-friendly trick or treating event!
Oct 25
5:00p
End Date

Trick-or-Treating

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 25
5:00p
End Date

2nd Annual Halloween in the Park at Lake Whitney State Park

Lake Whitney State Park
2nd Annual Halloween in the Park at Lake Whitney State Park is creeping up! Join us for a night of frightful fun and festive chills on the Horseshoe Loop & Towash Forest trail! Don your costumes and bring your courage—it’s going to be a hauntingly good time!
Oct 25
5:30p
End Date

Costume Contest!

Tyler State Park
Put your creativity to the test!
Oct 25
6:00p
End Date

Parktober Trick or Treat

Tyler State Park
Trick or Treat through the park!
Oct 25
6:00p
End Date

Halloween in the Park

Abilene State Park
Safe trick-or-treating in the park.
Oct 25
8:00p
End Date

Let's Celebrate the Moon, Stars and Planets Together!

Lake Whitney State Park
Enjoy an evening in the park viewing all you can see in the galaxy by using star maps, a laser pointer and telescopes. Retired National Park Ranger and Astronomer Larry Smith will guide you through these astronomical wonders.
Oct 26
3:00p
End Date

Sea Center Spooktacular

Sea Center Texas
Join Sea Center Texas for our annual Halloween Spooktacular!
Oct 31
4:00p
End Date

Goin' Batty!

Caprock Canyons State Park & Trailway
Get inspired by the Mexican Free-Tailed Bat!

November 2025

Nov 1
9:00a
End Date

Learn to Fish - College Station

College Station, TX - Lick Creek Park
Learn to fish at this fun, FREE, family event!
Nov 5
10:00a
End Date

Homeschool Classes in the Natural Area

Honey Creek State Natural Area
Experience Honey Creek State Natural Area as an outdoor classroom in this program for school-age kids!
Nov 6
10:00a
End Date

Homeschool Classes in the Natural Area

Honey Creek State Natural Area
Experience Honey Creek State Natural Area as an outdoor classroom in this program for school-age kids!
Nov 7
10:00a
End Date

Homeschool Classes in the Natural Area

Honey Creek State Natural Area
Experience Honey Creek State Natural Area as an outdoor classroom in this program for school-age kids!
Nov 15
9:00a
End Date

Living History Day

Fort Richardson State Park & Historic Site / Lost Creek Reservoir State Trailway
History comes to life at Fort Richardson!
Nov 15
7:00p
End Date

Let's Stargaze 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 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!

December 2025

Dec 10
10:00a
End Date

Homeschool Classes in the Natural Area

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

Homeschool Classes in the Natural Area

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

Homeschool Classes in the Natural Area

Honey Creek State Natural Area
Experience Honey Creek State Natural Area as an outdoor classroom in this program for school-age kids!
Dec 13
1:00p
End Date

Christmas with the Fishes

Sea Center Texas
Join Sea Center Texas for an underwater Christmas spectacular!
Dec 13
5:30p
End Date

Christmas in the Park

Goose Island State Park
See the park in lights, enjoy holiday activities, and CAMP FOR FREE when you decorate your campsite!
Dec 17
10:30a
End Date

Reading Ranger

Buescher State Park
Join Ranger Madalyn at the Smithville Public Library for themed book readings and a craft! All ages welcome!
Dec 31
9:30p
End Date

Black Light Hike & Scavenger Hunt at Midnight!

Fort Parker State Park
Take a New Year’s hike at midnight with a Fort Parker State Park ranger! Visit the 1/2-mile Bur Oak Nature Trail and see what you might with an awesome black light! Continue the New Year's fun with a "Riddle-Me-This" scavenger hunt by moonlight. Can you answer the riddles to ring in the New Year?

January 2026

Jan 17
10:00a
End Date

Explore Bowhunting

Goose Island State Park
Join us for a hands-on workshop that will get you ready to go out and harvest your first deer with a bow.
Jan 21
10:30a
End Date

Reading Ranger

Buescher State Park
Join Ranger Madalyn at the Smithville Public Library for themed book readings and a craft! All ages welcome!
Jan 24
8:30a
End Date

Kid Fish

Fort Parker State Park
Fish for rainbow trout at Lake Springfield!

February 2026

Feb 18
10:30a
End Date

Reading Ranger

Buescher State Park
Join Ranger Madalyn at the Smithville Public Library for themed book readings and a craft! All ages welcome!

December 2026

Dec 31
9:30p
End Date

Black Light Hike & Scavenger Hunt at Midnight!

Fort Parker State Park
Take a New Year’s hike at midnight with a Fort Parker State Park ranger! Visit the 1/2-mile Bur Oak Nature Trail and see what you might with an awesome black light! Continue the New Year's fun with a "Riddle-Me-This" scavenger hunt by moonlight. Can you answer the riddles to ring in the New Year?

January 2027

Jan 23
8:30a
End Date

Kid Fish

Fort Parker State Park
Fish for rainbow trout at Lake Springfield!

December 2027

Dec 31
9:30p
End Date

Black Light Hike & Scavenger Hunt at Midnight!

Fort Parker State Park
Take a New Year’s hike at midnight with a Fort Parker State Park ranger! Visit the 1/2-mile Bur Oak Nature Trail and see what you might with an awesome black light! Continue the New Year's fun with a "Riddle-Me-This" scavenger hunt by moonlight. Can you answer the riddles to ring in the New Year?

January 2028

Jan 22
8:30a
End Date

Kid Fish

Fort Parker State Park
Fish for rainbow trout at Lake Springfield!

December 2028

Dec 31
9:30p
End Date

Black Light Hike & Scavenger Hunt at Midnight!

Fort Parker State Park
Take a New Year’s hike at midnight with a Fort Parker State Park ranger! Visit the 1/2-mile Bur Oak Nature Trail and see what you might with an awesome black light! Continue the New Year's fun with a "Riddle-Me-This" scavenger hunt by moonlight. Can you answer the riddles to ring in the New Year?

January 2029

Jan 27
8:30a
End Date

Kid Fish

Fort Parker State Park
Fish for rainbow trout at Lake Springfield!

December 2029

Dec 31
9:30p
End Date

Black Light Hike & Scavenger Hunt at Midnight!

Fort Parker State Park
Take a New Year’s hike at midnight with a Fort Parker State Park ranger! Visit the 1/2-mile Bur Oak Nature Trail and see what you might with an awesome black light! Continue the New Year's fun with a "Riddle-Me-This" scavenger hunt by moonlight. Can you answer the riddles to ring in the New Year?

January 2030

Jan 26
8:30a
End Date

Kid Fish

Fort Parker State Park
Fish for rainbow trout at Lake Springfield!