FREE: 4-H Kickoff & Open House

Join us at Lockhart State Park for an event full of FREE family-friendly fun!

• Learn about wildlife, water, and more at our educational booths.
• Meet some snakes up close.
• Explore all 4-H has to offer.
• Learn about 4-H Grants from Capital Farm Credit.
• Climb inside a Texas Parks and Wildlife helicopter and meet the pilot.
• Get a glimpse of the park with guided hikes at 9:30am and 10:30am.  At 9:30am, experience the Bug-Eat-Bug world of Lockhart State Park with a Texas Master Naturalist.  At 10:30am, discover the rich history of Lockhart State Park with Ranger Lauren.  Both hikes meet at the Clear Fork Trailhead.

This event is for everyone (whether you’re affiliated with 4-H or not), so bring your family!  All ages welcome.  Drop in any time between 9am-12pm.

Prepare: Dress for the weather and bring water. No registration required.

Meet: The helicopter and booths will take place in the picnic area of the park. If driving from park HQ, pass the pool and take your first right-hand turn into the picnic area parking lot. The hikes will start at the Clear Fork Trailhead (adjacent to the picnic area) at 9:30am and 10:30am. 

Fees: This event is FREE for all attendees. When you check-in at Park HQ, simply tell them that you are here for the open house to gain free admission to the park & event.