Austin Events
Events in and around the Austin area.
June 2024
Jun
28
6:30p
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Texas Outdoor Family Outdoor Leadership Training | Lake Somerville State Park (Application Open)
Lake Somerville State Park - Birch Creek Unit
The Texas Outdoor Family program provides 900+ families with a "Learn to Camp" experience in Texas State Parks each year. Could you help?
Jun
30
10:00a
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Jun
30
10:00a
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Painting in The Garden
Garner State Park
Come enjoy the native flowers, birds and other wildlife in our native garden. Use them as inspiration for your watercolor painting. Get painting tips from our expert volunteers.
July 2024
Jul
2
6:45p
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Hayrides by Friends of Garner State Park
Garner State Park
Listen to the history of Garner State Park while touring the park on a hayride. This is a great way to support the Friends of Garner Non-profit.
Jul
3
9:00a
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Reading In The Garden
Garner State Park
Come listen to a Ranger read a children's nature book then do an arts and craft activity in our native garden.
Jul
4
9:00a
End Date
Along the Riverbank
Garner State Park
This is a nature hike on the Blinn River Trail. Identify plant and animals the call the bank of the Frio River home.
Jul
4
9:45a
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4th of July Campground Parade!
Guadalupe River State Park
Bring your family, friendly and leashed dog, and/or yourself and join us in a 4th of July patriotic parade!
Jul
4
10:00a
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Red, White, & Blue Scavenger Hunt Hike
Lockhart State Park
Join us this Fourth of July to find our country's colors on park trails!
Jul
4
11:30a
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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
4
1:00p
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Constitution to Nature
Guadalupe River State Park
Join Rangers Jessica and Katy to learn about the U.S. Constitution, oak-gall ink, and practice your penmanship skills using the ink and a feather quill!
Jul
4
2:00p
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Colors of the Wind Watercolor
Lockhart State Park
Paint with all the colors of the wind at Lockhart State Park!
Jul
4
2:00p
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Jul
4
6:45p
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Hayrides by Friends of Garner State Park
Garner State Park
Listen to the history of Garner State Park while touring the park on a hayride. This is a great way to support the Friends of Garner Non-profit.
Jul
5
9:00a
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Constitution to Nature
Inks Lake State Park
Join Ranger Jamie in learning about the U.S. Constitution, Oak-gall ink, and practice your penmanship skills using ink and a feather quill!
Jul
5
10:00a
End Date
Snakes Alive!
Inks Lake State Park
Listen to Ranger Jamie teach about some native snakes, and why we actually want them around the park.
Jul
5
10:00a
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Atlatl
South Llano River State Park
Join a ranger and practice your ancient hunter and gather skills.
Jul
5
11:30a
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Jul
5
2:00p
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Skins and Skulls!
South Llano River State Park
Check out animal skins and furs found in the Hill Country.
Jul
5
7:00p
End Date
Staring at the Sun (Safely)
Pedernales Falls State Park
Using special equipment, we'll look for sunspots, solar flares, and talk about our closest star!
Jul
5
8:00p
End Date
S'mores Storytime
Government Canyon State Natural Area
Stop by for an evening storytime and nature craft, followed by s'mores and a setting sun.
Jul
5
9:00p
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Jul
6
8:00a
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First Saturday Guided Hike
Government Canyon State Natural Area
Join dedicated volunteers for an informative and FUN hike at Government Canyon SNA.
Jul
6
8:30a
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Saturday Honey Creek Guided Walk
Honey Creek State Natural Area
Experience the natural and cultural history of Honey Creek!
Jul
6
9:00a
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Jul
6
9:00a
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Capturing Dragons Photography Class
Inks Lake State Park
Learn about and take pictures of dragonflies and damselflies!!
Jul
6
9:00a
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Jul
6
9:00a
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Hike Crystal Cave
Garner State Park
Go on a guided hike to Crystal Cave with a park historian who will discuss history of Garner State Park's natural and cultural recourses.
Jul
6
10:00a
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Animals of the Park Discovery Table
Lockhart State Park
Stop by Park HQ to test your nature knowledge! Drop in any time between 10am-2pm.
Jul
6
10:00a
End Date
Underwater Discovery
Inks Lake State Park
Come join our volunteers or park rangers for some seining to see what they can collect from the lake!
Jul
6
10:00a
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Prehistoric Hunting - The Atlatl
Pedernales Falls State Park
How well can you use ancient technology to survive?
Jul
6
11:00a
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Stream Safari
Lockhart State Park
Wear your favorite water shoes, and join us to meet the residents of Clear Fork Creek!
Jul
6
12:00p
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Skins, Skulls, Scales and Scat
Pedernales Falls State Park
What can we learn about wildlife from what they leave behind?
Jul
6
1:00p
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Come and Capture the Scene View of the Devils River
Devils River State Natural Area
Get inspired by the waterway and create your own memories in water coloring painting.
Water coloring painting activity is from beginners to experience artist.
Jul
6
1:00p
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All Things Birds
Garner State Park
Read a children's book about birds with a ranger, then learn how to use binoculars to find birds at the Pavillion.
Jul
6
8:30p
End Date
Frog and Toad Watch
Lockhart State Park
Join a park ranger as we search for the amphibians that call Lockhart home!
Jul
6
9:30p
End Date
Star Party!
South Llano River State Park
Come look through a telescope, find constellations, and more!
Jul
7
8:30a
End Date
Sunday Honey Creek Guided Walk
Honey Creek State Natural Area
Experience the natural and cultural history of Honey Creek!
Jul
7
9:00a
End Date
River Clean-Up
Guadalupe River State Park
Help us keep the Guadalupe River free of trash and debris!
Jul
7
9:00a
End Date
Birding with an Expert!
Inks Lake State Park
Join a local expert to learn about our native birds and how to spot them using some of our binoculars.
Jul
9
6:45p
End Date
Hayrides by Friends of Garner State Park
Garner State Park
Listen to the history of Garner State Park while touring the park on a hayride. This is a great way to support the Friends of Garner Non-profit.
Jul
10
9:00a
End Date
Reading In The Garden
Garner State Park
Come listen to a Ranger read a children's nature book then do an arts and craft activity in our native garden.
Jul
11
9:00a
End Date
Along the Riverbank
Garner State Park
This is a nature hike on the Blinn River Trail. Identify plant and animals the call the bank of the Frio River home.
Jul
11
6:45p
End Date
Hayrides by Friends of Garner State Park
Garner State Park
Listen to the history of Garner State Park while touring the park on a hayride. This is a great way to support the Friends of Garner Non-profit.
Jul
11
9:30p
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Jul
12
9:00a
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Hike with a Ranger - River Trail
South Llano River State Park
Come meet up with a Ranger and go on hike !
Jul
12
10:00a
End Date
Nature Journaling
Guadalupe River State Park
Learn about the natural world and how to chronicle your discoveries!
Jul
12
1:00p
End Date
All Things Birds
Garner State Park
Read a children's book about birds with a ranger, then learn how to use binoculars to find birds at the Pavillion.
Jul
13
8:30a
End Date
Saturday Honey Creek Guided Walk
Honey Creek State Natural Area
Experience the natural and cultural history of Honey Creek!
Jul
13
9:00a
End Date
Junior Ranger Academy
Government Canyon State Natural Area
Explore the trails at Government Canyon with a ranger and earn your Junior Ranger badge.
Jul
13
9:00a
End Date
Edible Plants Walk
Lockhart State Park
Join us to explore the wild treats of the woods in this fun hike!
Jul
13
9:00a
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Guided Nature Hike
Inks Lake State Park
Join a park ranger or volunteer on a short but informative hike!
Jul
13
9:00a
End Date
Hike Crystal Cave
Garner State Park
Go on a guided hike to Crystal Cave with a park historian who will discuss history of Garner State Park's natural and cultural recourses.
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
Skins and Skulls
Inks Lake State Park
Learn how an animal's unique fur pattern or skull anatomy helps it survive and touch real specimens!
Jul
13
10:00a
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Jul
13
1:00p
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All Things Birds
Garner State Park
Read a children's book about birds with a ranger, then learn how to use binoculars to find birds at the Pavillion.
Jul
13
2:00p
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Jul
13
8:00p
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Exploration Station: the Moon
Guadalupe River State Park
Come learn about the moon prior to the Star Party!
Jul
13
8:45p
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Star Party with the San Antonio Astronomical Association
Guadalupe River State Park
Join us for stargazing and planet watching!
Jul
14
8:30a
End Date
Sunday Honey Creek Guided Walk
Honey Creek State Natural Area
Experience the natural and cultural history of Honey Creek!
Jul
14
10:00a
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Watercolor in the Park
Guadalupe River State Park
Come and capture the stunning natural beauty of the park's landscapes on paper.
Jul
14
10:00a
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Jul
16
6:45p
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Hayrides by Friends of Garner State Park
Garner State Park
Listen to the history of Garner State Park while touring the park on a hayride. This is a great way to support the Friends of Garner Non-profit.
Jul
17
9:00a
End Date
Reading In The Garden
Garner State Park
Come listen to a Ranger read a children's nature book then do an arts and craft activity in our native garden.
Jul
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!
Jul
17
12:30p
End Date
Geocaching 101 at the Schertz Public Library
Shertz, TX - Schertz Public Library
Join Ranger Jessica offsite at the Schertz Public Library!
Jul
18
9:00a
End Date
Along the Riverbank
Garner State Park
This is a nature hike on the Blinn River Trail. Identify plant and animals the call the bank of the Frio River home.
Jul
18
6:45p
End Date
Hayrides by Friends of Garner State Park
Garner State Park
Listen to the history of Garner State Park while touring the park on a hayride. This is a great way to support the Friends of Garner Non-profit.
Jul
19
1:00p
End Date
All Things Birds
Garner State Park
Read a children's book about birds with a ranger, then learn how to use binoculars to find birds at the Pavillion.
Jul
19
2:00p
End Date
Skins, Skulls, Scales and Scat
Pedernales Falls State Park
What can we learn about wildlife from what they leave behind?
Jul
19
7:00p
End Date
Sunset History Hike
Government Canyon State Natural Area
Join us on a trip back in time with a short but beautiful hike to the historic Kallison Ranch complex.
Jul
20
8:30a
End Date
Saturday Honey Creek Guided Walk
Honey Creek State Natural Area
Experience the natural and cultural history of Honey Creek!
Jul
20
9:00a
End Date
Hiking Through History
Pedernales Falls State Park
Join us on a hike through time, starting in modern history and hiking down to 300-million-year old fossils!
Jul
20
9:00a
End Date
Guided Nature Hike
Inks Lake State Park
Join a park ranger or volunteer on a short but informative hike!
Jul
20
9:00a
End Date
Hike Crystal Cave
Garner State Park
Go on a guided hike to Crystal Cave with a park historian who will discuss history of Garner State Park's natural and cultural recourses.
Jul
20
9:00a
End Date
The Wonder of Texas' Native Plants
Government Canyon State Natural Area
Take a plant walk to discover the diverse native wildflowers, trees, and shrubs of Bexar County.
Jul
20
10:00a
End Date
Animals of the Park Discovery Table
Lockhart State Park
Stop by Park HQ to test your nature knowledge! Drop in any time between 10am-2pm.
Jul
20
10:00a
End Date
Snakes Alive!
Guadalupe River State Park
Join special guest Ranger Jamie (from Inks Lake State Park) to learn about our native snakes and their important roles in our park.
Jul
20
10:00a
End Date
Skins and Skulls!
South Llano River State Park
Check out animal skins and furs found in the Hill Country.
Jul
20
10:00a
End Date
Skins and Skulls
Inks Lake State Park
Learn how an animal's unique fur pattern or skull anatomy helps it survive and touch real specimens!
Jul
20
11:15a
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Jul
20
12:00p
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
20
1:00p
End Date
All Things Birds
Garner State Park
Read a children's book about birds with a ranger, then learn how to use binoculars to find birds at the Pavillion.
Jul
20
2:00p
End Date
Jul
20
3:00p
End Date
Golf for Beginners 3
Lockhart State Park
Join our golf instructor to hone your skills and knowledge of the game! Registration required.
Jul
20
8:00p
End Date
Night Fishing!
Inks Lake State Park
Join Park Rangers and TPWD Angler Educators for a very special night fishing program.
Jul
20
8:30p
End Date
Night Crawlers
Government Canyon State Natural Area
Glow-in-the-dark scorpions, mysterious moths, and more...this night walk is just for invertebrate enthusiasts.
Jul
21
8:30a
End Date
Sunday Honey Creek Guided Walk
Honey Creek State Natural Area
Experience the natural and cultural history of Honey Creek!
Jul
21
12:00p
End Date
Ice Cream (in a bag) Social
Guadalupe River State Park
Come celebrate National Ice Cream Day and make your own ice cream with us!
Jul
23
6:45p
End Date
Hayrides by Friends of Garner State Park
Garner State Park
Listen to the history of Garner State Park while touring the park on a hayride. This is a great way to support the Friends of Garner Non-profit.
Jul
24
9:00a
End Date
Reading In The Garden
Garner State Park
Come listen to a Ranger read a children's nature book then do an arts and craft activity in our native garden.
Jul
25
9:00a
End Date
Along the Riverbank
Garner State Park
This is a nature hike on the Blinn River Trail. Identify plant and animals the call the bank of the Frio River home.
Jul
25
6:45p
End Date
Hayrides by Friends of Garner State Park
Garner State Park
Listen to the history of Garner State Park while touring the park on a hayride. This is a great way to support the Friends of Garner Non-profit.
Jul
26
10:00a
End Date
Hidden Treasures Scavenger Hunt
Pedernales Falls State Park
Join millions of others in the largest game of scavenger hunt!
Jul
26
1:00p
End Date
All Things Birds
Garner State Park
Read a children's book about birds with a ranger, then learn how to use binoculars to find birds at the Pavillion.
Jul
27
8:30a
End Date
Saturday Honey Creek Guided Walk
Honey Creek State Natural Area
Experience the natural and cultural history of Honey Creek!
Jul
27
9:00a
End Date
Jul
27
9:00a
End Date
Jul
27
9:00a
End Date
Hike Crystal Cave
Garner State Park
Go on a guided hike to Crystal Cave with a park historian who will discuss history of Garner State Park's natural and cultural recourses.
Jul
27
10:00a
End Date
Atlatl
South Llano River State Park
Join a ranger and practice your ancient hunter and gather skills.
Jul
27
10:00a
End Date
Skins and Skulls
Inks Lake State Park
Learn how an animal's unique fur pattern or skull anatomy helps it survive and touch real specimens!
Jul
27
1:00p
End Date
Ancient Spear Throwing
Lockhart State Park
Join us to learn the basics of prehistoric hunting with an atlatl!
Jul
27
1:00p
End Date
All Things Birds
Garner State Park
Read a children's book about birds with a ranger, then learn how to use binoculars to find birds at the Pavillion.
Jul
27
2:00p
End Date
Jul
27
3:00p
End Date
Jul
27
4:00p
End Date
Skins, Skulls, Scales and Scat
Pedernales Falls State Park
What can we learn about wildlife from what they leave behind?
Jul
27
6:30p
End Date
Staring at the Sun (Safely)
Pedernales Falls State Park
Using special equipment, we'll look for sunspots, solar flares, and talk about our closest star!
Jul
27
9:00p
End Date
Jul
28
8:30a
End Date
Sunday Honey Creek Guided Walk
Honey Creek State Natural Area
Experience the natural and cultural history of Honey Creek!
Jul
28
9:00a
End Date
The Wonder of Texas' Native Plants
Government Canyon State Natural Area
Take a plant walk to discover the diverse native wildflowers, trees, and shrubs of Bexar County.
Jul
28
10:00a
End Date
Jul
28
11:00a
End Date
Geology of McKinney Falls
McKinney Falls State Park
Join us at this indoor tabling event to learn about the geology of McKinney Falls.
Jul
30
6:45p
End Date
Hayrides by Friends of Garner State Park
Garner State Park
Listen to the history of Garner State Park while touring the park on a hayride. This is a great way to support the Friends of Garner Non-profit.
Jul
31
9:00a
End Date
Reading In The Garden
Garner State Park
Come listen to a Ranger read a children's nature book then do an arts and craft activity in our native garden.
Jul
31
10:00a
End Date
Fish Printing at the Mammen Family Public Library
Bulverde, TX - Mammen Family Public Library
Join Ranger Jessica offsite at the Mammen Family Public Library in Bulverde, Texas!
August 2024
Aug
2
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!
Aug
3
8:00a
End Date
First Saturday Guided Hike
Government Canyon State Natural Area
Join dedicated volunteers for an informative and FUN hike at Government Canyon SNA.
Aug
3
8:30a
End Date
Saturday Honey Creek Guided Walk
Honey Creek State Natural Area
Experience the natural and cultural history of Honey Creek!
Aug
3
6:00p
End Date
Owl Pellet Dissection
Guadalupe River State Park
Join us as we dissect owl pellets... it'll be a hoot!
Aug
3
7:30p
End Date
Sounds of the Night
Government Canyon State Natural Area
Sssshhhh...did you hear that? What was that noise?
Aug
3
8:00p
End Date
Aug
4
8:30a
End Date
Sunday Honey Creek Guided Walk
Honey Creek State Natural Area
Experience the natural and cultural history of Honey Creek!
Aug
4
10:00a
End Date
Exploration Station: Owls
Guadalupe River State Park
Come celebrate International Owl Awareness Day with us!
Aug
8
9:15p
End Date
Aug
10
8:30a
End Date
Saturday Honey Creek Guided Walk
Honey Creek State Natural Area
Experience the natural and cultural history of Honey Creek!
Aug
10
9:00a
End Date
Angler Education Instructor Training Workshop
Lockhart State Park
Become a TPWD certified Angler Education Instructor
Aug
10
10:00a
End Date
Animals of the Park Discovery Table
Lockhart State Park
Stop by Park HQ to test your nature knowledge! Drop in any time between 10am-2pm.
Aug
10
1:30p
End Date
Aug
10
3:00p
End Date
Fly Fishing Instructor Training Workshop
Lockhart State Park
Become a TPWD certified Fly Fishing Instructor
Aug
10
8:00p
End Date
S'mores Storytime
Government Canyon State Natural Area
Stop by for an evening storytime and nature craft, followed by s'mores and a setting sun.
Aug
10
8:45p
End Date
Star Party with the San Antonio Astronomical Association
Guadalupe River State Park
Join us for stargazing and planet watching!
Aug
11
8:30a
End Date
Sunday Honey Creek Guided Walk
Honey Creek State Natural Area
Experience the natural and cultural history of Honey Creek!
Aug
11
10:00a
End Date
Storytime and Craft: Night Sky
Guadalupe River State Park
Join us for storytime and a take-home craft.
Aug
17
End Date
International Geocaching Day
Guadalupe River State Park
Join fellow park visitors in enjoying geocaching!
Aug
17
8:30a
End Date
Saturday Honey Creek Guided Walk
Honey Creek State Natural Area
Experience the natural and cultural history of Honey Creek!
Aug
17
9:00a
End Date
The Wonder of Texas' Native Plants
Government Canyon State Natural Area
Take a plant walk to discover the diverse native wildflowers, trees, and shrubs of Bexar County.
Aug
17
10:00a
End Date
What's all the Buzz About?
Guadalupe River State Park
Find out about pollinators and make your own beeswax candle to take home!
Aug
18
8:30a
End Date
Sunday Honey Creek Guided Walk
Honey Creek State Natural Area
Experience the natural and cultural history of Honey Creek!
Aug
18
10:00a
End Date
Aug
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!
Aug
23
8:00p
End Date
Sounds of the Night & Guided Night Walk
Guadalupe River State Park
Learn how to identify common animals by the sounds they make at night and then go on a guided night walk to try to hear them!
Aug
24
8:30a
End Date
Saturday Honey Creek Guided Walk
Honey Creek State Natural Area
Experience the natural and cultural history of Honey Creek!
Aug
24
10:00a
End Date
Animals of the Park Discovery Table
Lockhart State Park
Stop by Park HQ to test your nature knowledge! Drop in any time between 10am-2pm.
Aug
24
6:45p
End Date
Aug
25
8:30a
End Date
Sunday Honey Creek Guided Walk
Honey Creek State Natural Area
Experience the natural and cultural history of Honey Creek!
Aug
25
9:00a
End Date
The Wonder of Texas' Native Plants
Government Canyon State Natural Area
Take a plant walk to discover the diverse native wildflowers, trees, and shrubs of Bexar County.
Aug
25
10:00a
End Date
Aug
31
8:30a
End Date
Saturday Honey Creek Guided Walk
Honey Creek State Natural Area
Experience the natural and cultural history of Honey Creek!
September 2024
Sep
6
7:00p
End Date
Prairie in Your Pocket
Government Canyon State Natural Area
Wildlife habitat isn't just in our parks. Your own yard can provide a place of refuge for butterflies, birds, and other wildlife...as well as yourself.
Sep
6
8:45p
End Date
Sep
7
8:00a
End Date
First Saturday Guided Hike
Government Canyon State Natural Area
Join dedicated volunteers for an informative and FUN hike at Government Canyon SNA.
Sep
13
9:00a
End Date
Little Naturalists Preschool Class
Guadalupe River State Park
Experience Guadalupe River State Park as an outdoor classroom in this program for preschool-age kids!
Sep
14
4:00p
End Date
Night Moves Run
Stephen F. Austin State Park
Trail Racing Over Texas' (TROT)nighttime party race just West of Houston at Stephen F. Austin State Park!
Sep
14
8:45p
End Date
Star Party with the San Antonio Astronomical Association
Guadalupe River State Park
Join us for stargazing and planet watching!
Sep
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!
Sep
21
9:00a
End Date
Junior Ranger Academy
Government Canyon State Natural Area
Explore the trails at Government Canyon with a ranger and earn your Junior Ranger badge.
Sep
21
10:00a
End Date
Sep
22
1:00p
End Date
Kallison Ranch Hike
Government Canyon State Natural Area
Join us on a trip back in time with a short but beautiful hike to the historic Kallison Ranch complex.
Sep
27
9:00a
End Date
Little Naturalists Preschool Class
Guadalupe River State Park
Experience Guadalupe River State Park as an outdoor classroom in this program for preschool-age kids!
Sep
28
8:30a
End Date
Birding for Beginners
Government Canyon State Natural Area
Was that a kinglet, or a kingbird? Learn how you can add birding to your outdoor skills set.
Sep
29
9:00a
End Date
The Wonder of Texas' Native Plants
Government Canyon State Natural Area
Take a plant walk to discover the diverse native wildflowers, trees, and shrubs of Bexar County.
October 2024
Oct
5
8:00a
End Date
First Saturday Guided Hike
Government Canyon State Natural Area
Join dedicated volunteers for an informative and FUN hike at Government Canyon SNA.
Oct
5
8:30a
End Date
Nature Journaling
Government Canyon State Natural Area
Slow down and deepen your experience of the natural world with mindful observations.
Oct
6
9:00a
End Date
Paws and Paths: Exploring the Bauer Unit *Registration Required*
Guadalupe River State Park
Join us for a paws-itively delightful adventure at the Bauer Unit!
Oct
11
End Date
Annual Texas Pollinator BioBlitz w/iNaturalist
Guadalupe River State Park
Mark your calendars now and come contribute to community science!
Oct
11
9:00a
End Date
Little Naturalists Preschool Class
Guadalupe River State Park
Experience Guadalupe River State Park as an outdoor classroom in this program for preschool-age kids!
Oct
12
12:00p
End Date
Majestic Monarchs
Guadalupe River State Park
Come learn all about monarch butterflies and watch a monarch tagging demonstration!
Oct
12
5:30p
End Date
Fall Forest Fest
Stephen F. Austin State Park
Come to Stephen F. Austin State Park for a spooktacular evening of family-fun!
Oct
12
8:45p
End Date
Star Party with the San Antonio Astronomical Association
Guadalupe River State Park
Join us for stargazing and planet watching!
Oct
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!
Oct
19
8:00a
End Date
Prep for the Pro Hab Hike
Government Canyon State Natural Area
Do you want to hike to Government Canyon’s Protected Habitat (Pro Hab)? Are you feeling unsure about taking on such a long hike? Join experienced guides who will lead you on a series of progressively longer hikes to help you prepare for the annual Hike to the Pro Hab.
Oct
19
9:00a
End Date
The Wonder of Texas' Native Plants
Government Canyon State Natural Area
Take a plant walk to discover the diverse native wildflowers, trees, and shrubs of Bexar County.
Oct
20
2:00p
End Date
Kallison Ranch Hike
Government Canyon State Natural Area
Join us on a trip back in time with a short but beautiful hike to the historic Kallison Ranch complex.
Oct
25
9:00a
End Date
Little Naturalists Preschool Class
Guadalupe River State Park
Experience Guadalupe River State Park as an outdoor classroom in this program for preschool-age kids!
Oct
27
9:00a
End Date
The Wonder of Texas' Native Plants
Government Canyon State Natural Area
Take a plant walk to discover the diverse native wildflowers, trees, and shrubs of Bexar County.
November 2024
Nov
2
2:00p
End Date
Colors of the Canyon
Government Canyon State Natural Area
Create beautiful artwork that captures the colors of an autumn day at Government Canyon.
Nov
8
9:00a
End Date
Little Naturalists Preschool Class
Guadalupe River State Park
Experience Guadalupe River State Park as an outdoor classroom in this program for preschool-age kids!
Nov
9
8:45p
End Date
Star Party with the San Antonio Astronomical Association
Guadalupe River State Park
Join us for stargazing and planet watching!
Nov
10
9:00a
End Date
Paws and Paths: Exploring the Bauer Unit *Registration Required*
Guadalupe River State Park
Join us for a paws-itively delightful adventure at the Bauer Unit!
Nov
13
10:00a
End Date
Homeschool Class: Ancient Spear Throwing *Registration Required*
Guadalupe River State Park
Experience Guadalupe River State Park as an outdoor classroom in this program for school-age kids!
Nov
14
10:00a
End Date
Homeschool Class: Ancient Spear Throwing *Registration Required*
Guadalupe River State Park
Experience Guadalupe River State Park as an outdoor classroom in this program for school-age kids!
Nov
15
10:00a
End Date
Homeschool Class: Ancient Spear Throwing *Registration Required*
Guadalupe River State Park
Experience Guadalupe River State Park as an outdoor classroom in this program for school-age kids!
Nov
16
8:00a
End Date
Prep for the Pro Hab Hike
Government Canyon State Natural Area
Do you want to hike to Government Canyon’s Protected Habitat (Pro Hab)? Are you feeling unsure about taking on such a long hike? Join experienced guides who will lead you on a series of progressively longer hikes to help you prepare for the annual Hike to the Pro Hab.
Nov
16
9:00a
End Date
The Wonder of Texas' Native Plants
Government Canyon State Natural Area
Take a plant walk to discover the diverse native wildflowers, trees, and shrubs of Bexar County.
Nov
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!
Nov
22
9:00a
End Date
Little Naturalists Preschool Class
Guadalupe River State Park
Experience Guadalupe River State Park as an outdoor classroom in this program for preschool-age kids!
Nov
22
8:00p
End Date
Public Hunt- Youth Deer
Guadalupe River State Park
Guadalupe River State Park (including the Bauer Unit) will be closed starting at 8pm on Friday, November 22, 2024 and will reopen 12pm on Tuesday, November 26, 2024.
Nov
23
End Date
Star Party with Hill Country Astronomers
Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
Join the Hill Country Astronomers for a night of telescope stargazing at a Dark Sky Park.
Nov
24
9:00a
End Date
The Wonder of Texas' Native Plants
Government Canyon State Natural Area
Take a plant walk to discover the diverse native wildflowers, trees, and shrubs of Bexar County.
Nov
27
10:00a
End Date
Turkey Talk
Guadalupe River State Park
Join us the day before Thanksgiving for a gobble-tastic experience!
Nov
29
8:30a
End Date
Birding for Beginners
Government Canyon State Natural Area
Was that a kinglet, or a kingbird? Learn how you can add birding to your outdoor skills set.
Nov
30
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.
Nov
30
2:00p
End Date
Kallison Ranch Hike
Government Canyon State Natural Area
Join us on a trip back in time with a short but beautiful hike to the historic Kallison Ranch complex.
December 2024
Dec
7
8:00a
End Date
First Saturday Guided Hike
Government Canyon State Natural Area
Join dedicated volunteers for an informative and FUN hike at Government Canyon SNA.
Dec
13
9:00a
End Date
Little Naturalists Preschool Class
Guadalupe River State Park
Experience Guadalupe River State Park as an outdoor classroom in this program for preschool-age kids!
Dec
14
8:00a
End Date
Prep for the Pro Hab Hike
Government Canyon State Natural Area
Do you want to hike to Government Canyon’s Protected Habitat (Pro Hab)? Are you feeling unsure about taking on such a long hike? Join experienced guides who will lead you on a series of progressively longer hikes to help you prepare for the annual Hike to the Pro Hab.
Dec
14
8:30a
End Date
Hike to the Dino Tracks
Government Canyon State Natural Area
Take a 5-mile hike with a ranger to see the dinosaur tracks at Government Canyon.
Dec
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!
Dec
21
9:00a
End Date
The Wonder of Texas' Native Plants
Government Canyon State Natural Area
Take a plant walk to discover the diverse native wildflowers, trees, and shrubs of Bexar County.
Dec
26
9:00a
End Date
Bluff Spurs Hike
Government Canyon State Natural Area
Get a bird’s-eye view of Government Canyon on this ranger-led hike.
Dec
27
9:00a
End Date
Little Naturalists Preschool Class
Guadalupe River State Park
Experience Guadalupe River State Park as an outdoor classroom in this program for preschool-age kids!
Dec
27
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.
Dec
28
2:00p
End Date
Kallison Ranch Hike
Government Canyon State Natural Area
Join us on a trip back in time with a short but beautiful hike to the historic Kallison Ranch complex.
Dec
29
9:00a
End Date
The Wonder of Texas' Native Plants
Government Canyon State Natural Area
Take a plant walk to discover the diverse native wildflowers, trees, and shrubs of Bexar County.
January 2025
Jan
4
8:00a
End Date
Guided Hike to the Protected Habitat Area
Government Canyon State Natural Area
Ready for a longer hike? Join experienced guides for an all-day excursion into the farthest reaches of Government Canyon SNA.
Jan
13
8:00p
End Date
Public Hunt- Deer
Guadalupe River State Park
Guadalupe River State Park (including the Bauer Unit) will be closed starting at 8pm on Monday, January 13, 2025 and will reopen 12pm on Friday, January 17, 2025.
Jan
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!
February 2025
Feb
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!
March 2025
Mar
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!
April 2025
Apr
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!
May 2025
May
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!