Austin Events
Events in and around the Austin area.
October 2025
Oct
10
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Annual Texas Pollinator BioBlitz w/iNaturalist
Guadalupe River State Park
Mark your calendars now and come contribute to community science!
Oct
10
End Date
Texas Pollinator BioBlitz (Self-Guided)
Stephen F. Austin State Park
Mark your calendar and contribute to a statewide community science project. Observe, document, and share pollinators and nectar-rich plants at Stephen F. Austin State Park!
Oct
10
10:00a
End Date
Homeschool Classes at Honey Creek State 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
8:00p
End Date
Night Hike
Palmetto State Park
Join us for this nighttime hike to see what the park offers after dark!
Oct
11
6:00a
End Date
Lake Somerville Bird Blitz 2025
Lake Somerville State Park - Birch Creek Unit
Grab your binoculars and join us for our first fall migration survey!
Oct
11
6:00a
End Date
Lake Somerville Bird Blitz 2025
Lake Somerville State Park - Nails Creek Unit
Grab your binoculars and join us for our first fall migration survey!
Oct
11
8:00a
End Date
Trek to the Dino Tracks
Government Canyon State Natural Area
This October is Government Canyon's 20th Anniversary month, and we've scheduled a series of activities to celebrate! This weekend, we're focused on our ANCIENT history. Take a 5-mile guided hike to see the dinosaur tracks at Government Canyon.
Oct
11
8:30a
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Oct
11
9:00a
End Date
Saturday Honey Creek Guided Walk
Honey Creek State Natural Area
Experience the natural and cultural history of Honey Creek!
Oct
11
9:00a
End Date
Trek to the Dino Tracks
Government Canyon State Natural Area
This October is Government Canyon's 20th Anniversary month, and we've scheduled a series of activities to celebrate! This weekend, we're focused on our ANCIENT history. Take a 5-mile guided hike to see the dinosaur tracks at Government Canyon.
Oct
11
9:00a
End Date
Friends of Guadalupe River State Park/Honey Creek State Natural Area at Herff Farm
Boerne, TX - Farmers Market at Herff Farm
Come visit the Friends of Guadalupe River State Park/Honey Creek State Natural Area at the Farmers Market at Herff Farm!
Oct
11
9:30a
End Date
Mountain Biking for Beginners
Lockhart State Park
Join us for a biking adventure on park trails! Some equipment provided. Registration required.
Oct
11
9:30a
End Date
Guided Summit Hike
Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
Join a ranger or volunteer for a morning hike on our most popular trail.
Oct
11
10:00a
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Oct
11
10:00a
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Oct
11
10:00a
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From Field to Fabric
Lyndon B. Johnson State Park & Historic Site
Let's have a cotton-picking good time as we learn about cotton in the early 1900s and today!
Oct
11
10:00a
End Date
Time Travelers Hike
Lockhart State Park
Hear the story of the Civilian Conservation Corps and discover their legacy in this engaging hike!
Oct
11
10:00a
End Date
Bug Eats Bug - Master Naturalist Guided Hike
Buescher State Park
Join a Texas Master Naturalist to find out how it's a bug-eat-bug world out there! Explore the world of tiny predators and tiny prey; how they see and how they slay!
Oct
11
10:00a
End Date
Oct
11
10:30a
End Date
Golf Clinic
Lockhart State Park
Want to practice your driving, chipping, and putting skills while getting pointers from our golf coach? This informal clinic is for you! Registration required.
Oct
11
12:00p
End Date
Oct
11
12:30p
End Date
Second Saturdays with Steve: Texas Archeology Month
Stephen F. Austin State Park
Join us at the Stephen F. Austin State Park Nature Center to learn all about Texas Archeology Month!
Oct
11
1:00p
End Date
FREE: Fall Festival & Native Plant Sale
Lockhart State Park
Join the fun at Lockhart State Park for a celebration of fall, pollinators, and plants! Drop in any time between 1-4pm.
Oct
11
2:00p
End Date
Oct
11
2:00p
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Hunters and Gatherers
Pedernales Falls State Park
Will you be able to survive living in a prehistoric Texas?
Oct
11
3:00p
End Date
Going Batty - Bat Craft
Bastrop State Park
Learn about some Texas Bats and build your own bat to take home with you!
Oct
11
6:00p
End Date
Oct
11
6:30p
End Date
Trail of Terror
Stephen F. Austin State Park
Fear awaits you...are you ready for Stephen F. Austin State Park's haunted trail experience?
Oct
11
7:00p
End Date
Creatures of the Night - Guided Hike
Buescher State Park
Don't be afraid of the dark! Learn about our friends that live in the park and come out to explore in the night!
Oct
11
7:00p
End Date
October Star Party with the Austin Astronomical Society
Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
Set out your blankets, turn off your phones, and prepare for a night of stargazing at our International Dark Sky Park.
Oct
11
7:00p
End Date
Second Saturday Nature Series at Honey Creek State Natural Area *Registration Required*
Honey Creek State Natural Area
Come explore, learn, and connect with nature in this unique setting!
Oct
11
7:30p
End Date
Oct
12
9:00a
End Date
Sunday Honey Creek Guided Walk
Honey Creek State Natural Area
Experience the natural and cultural history of Honey Creek!
Oct
12
9:00a
End Date
Oct
12
10:00a
End Date
Wild Plants Unlimited!
Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
Join Texas Master Naturalists Constance Weaver and Stephen Bishop and examine examples of the many uses of native plants by the First Peoples.
Oct
12
10:00a
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Oct
12
10:00a
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Oct
12
11:00a
End Date
Prehistoric Hunting - The Atlatl
Pedernales Falls State Park
How well can you use ancient technology to survive?
Oct
12
11:30a
End Date
Wild Plants Unlimited Hike
Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
Join Texas Master Naturalists Constance Weaver and Stephen Bishop and find examples of the many native plants used by the First Peoples in Enchanted Rock SNA.
Oct
12
2:00p
End Date
Oct
13
10:00a
End Date
Skins, Skulls, Scales and Scat
Pedernales Falls State Park
What can we learn about wildlife from what they leave behind?
Oct
15
10:00a
End Date
Papel Picado
Lockhart State Park
Create your own dazzling papel picado as you learn the history of this traditional decoration!
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
16
10:00a
End Date
Scenic Overlook Nature Walk
Guadalupe River State Park
Join us for an easy nature walk with a beautiful view!
Oct
16
10:00a
End Date
Homeschool Program at Blanco State Park
Blanco State Park
Join us for a homeschool program in the park!
Oct
17
10:00a
End Date
Homeschool Program at Blanco State Park
Blanco State Park
Join us for a homeschool program in the park!
Oct
17
7:00p
End Date
Oct
18
End Date
Historic Campsite Decorating Contest
Inks Lake State Park
Decorate Your Campsite, and Help us Celebrate the Timeless Traditions of Camping
Oct
18
6:00a
End Date
BigTex Backyard Ultra: Last Runner Standing
Stephen F. Austin State Park
The Ultimate Test of Grit—4.17 miles every hour until only one runner remains
Oct
18
9:00a
End Date
Saturday Honey Creek Guided Walk
Honey Creek State Natural Area
Experience the natural and cultural history of Honey Creek!
Oct
18
9:00a
End Date
Oct
18
9:00a
End Date
Conservation Community Fair
Government Canyon State Natural Area
This October is Government Canyon's 20th Anniversary month, and we've invited all our friends to celebrate!
Oct
18
9:00a
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Oct
18
9:30a
End Date
Guided Summit Hike
Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
Join a ranger or volunteer for a morning hike on our most popular trail.
Oct
18
9:30a
End Date
Oct
18
9:30a
End Date
Lockhart State Park | One Night Event | Texas Outdoor Family | Austin Area (Registration Open)
Lockhart State Park
Join us for a fun-filled weekend and discover the joys of camping in your Texas State Parks.
Oct
18
10:00a
End Date
Lake Somerville Fall Festival🍂
Lake Somerville State Park - Nails Creek Unit
Join us for horseback riding, Dutch oven cooking, fishing activities, archery education, water safety, and family-friendly fun.
Oct
18
10:00a
End Date
75th Birthday Celebration
Inks Lake State Park
Come join us in celebrating Inks Lake State Park's 75th birthday!
Oct
18
10:00a
End Date
Scavenger Hunt Hike
Lockhart State Park
Embark on a scavenger adventure - from vultures and insects to a scavenger-themed scavenger hunt - you won’t want to miss this fun hike!
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
12:00p
End Date
Oct
18
1:00p
End Date
Ancient Spear Throwing
Lockhart State Park
Join us to learn the basics of prehistoric hunting with an atlatl!
Oct
18
1:00p
End Date
Prehistoric Hunting - The Atlatl
Pedernales Falls State Park
How well can you use ancient technology to survive?
Oct
18
3:00p
End Date
Oct
18
6:00p
End Date
Williamson County EMS Trunk-or-Treat
Georgetown, TX - Williamson County EMS
Join us for a spook-tacular evening of trunk-or-treating!
Oct
18
7:00p
End Date
The Not-So-Haunted House Tour
Lyndon B. Johnson State Park & Historic Site
Let's get into the Halloween spirit with this night-time tour of the Sauer-Beckmann Farm!
Oct
18
7:00p
End Date
Star Party
Pedernales Falls State Park
Come join the Austin Astronomical Society in viewing stars, planets and galaxies through dozens of different telescopes!
Oct
18
7:30p
End Date
"Deep in the Heart" film screening
Government Canyon State Natural Area
We're bringing our 20th anniversary celebration to a close with a visually stunning film that highlights what makes Texas unique.
Oct
18
8:00p
End Date
Oct
19
9:00a
End Date
Sunday Honey Creek Guided Walk
Honey Creek State Natural Area
Experience the natural and cultural history of Honey Creek!
Oct
19
9:00a
End Date
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
19
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
19
9:00a
End Date
Cowboy Coffee
Palmetto State Park
Learn to brew coffee just like the cowboys did on the historic Chisholm trail.
Oct
19
9:00a
End Date
Guided Bird Walk at Honey Creek State Natural Area *Registration Required*
Honey Creek State Natural Area
Join us this fall for a special opportunity to explore the newest addition to Honey Creek State Natural Area with State Natural Area Superintendent, Gilbert, as your guide!
Oct
19
9:30a
End Date
Hike like a Geologist
Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
Take a hike through time with a geologist and learn more about ERSNA and how to make any hike a GEOLOGY HIKE! An hour plus of fairly easy hiking and observing, starting at the Summit Trail gazebo.
Oct
19
10:00a
End Date
Oct
19
11:00a
End Date
Tracking 101
Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
Learn about some of the common animals of Central Texas, their prints, and how to track a wounded animal at our new northern addition.
Oct
19
12:30p
End Date
Enchanting Rocks
Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
Stop by our gazebo and learn about the geology, rocks, and minerals that make this park so ENCHANTING!
Oct
21
End Date
Unplug Texas Day
Guadalupe River State Park
The 2025 Texas Legislature designated Oct. 21 as Unplug Texas Day, a day dedicated to encouraging Texans to disconnect from their electronic devices and reconnect with nature, family, and friends.
Oct
21
9:00a
End Date
Unplug Texas Day
Pedernales Falls State Park
Unplug yourself from electronics today and join us on a guided hike!
Oct
21
10:00a
End Date
Preschool in the Park: Spiders
Lockhart State Park
Come explore, create, and sing with us as we learn about our amazing environment!
Oct
22
6:30p
End Date
Orionids Party!
Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
Stargaze with us and see some meteors on the second peak night of the Orionids Meteor Shower!
Oct
23
5:30p
End Date
Picnic in the Park
Buescher State Park
Friends of the Lost Pines State Parks presents their annual Picnic in the Park at the Picnic Pavilion at Buescher State Park! Free event, free food, free fun!
Oct
23
7:30p
End Date
Oct
24
9:00a
End Date
Oct
24
9:30a
End Date
Guided Hike at New Northern Enchanted Rock Property
Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
Join a ranger for a first glimpse at the newest addition to Enchanted Rock State Natural Area, to the north of the main park.
Oct
24
6:30p
End Date
McKinney Falls Presents: Trunk-or-Treat!
McKinney Falls State Park
Join us for a spooktacular evening at McKinney Falls State Park!
Oct
24
7:00p
End Date
Moth Madness Campfire Chat
Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
Join Ranger Clair and her trusty bug sheet around the campfire for an exploration on the insect offerings of Erock.
Oct
24
7:30p
End Date
Oct
25
9:00a
End Date
Saturday Honey Creek Guided Walk
Honey Creek State Natural Area
Experience the natural and cultural history of Honey Creek!
Oct
25
9:30a
End Date
Guided Summit Hike
Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
Join a ranger or volunteer for a morning hike on our most popular trail.
Oct
25
9:30a
End Date
Blanco State Park | One Night Event | Texas Outdoor Family | Austin Area (Registration Open)
Blanco State Park
Join us for a fun-filled weekend and discover the joys of camping in your Texas State Parks.
Oct
25
10:00a
End Date
Backyard Bass
Inks Lake State Park
Learn the fundamentals of fishing and perfect your cast with a game of Backyard Bass
Oct
25
10:00a
End Date
Find Your Way at Inks Lake!
Inks Lake State Park
Join us for a hands-on Map & Compass Navigation Course
Oct
25
10:00a
End Date
Hunters and Gatherers
Pedernales Falls State Park
Will you be able to survive living in a prehistoric Texas?
Oct
25
10:00a
End Date
Edible Plants Walk
Lockhart State Park
Join us to explore the wild treats of the woods in this fun hike!
Oct
25
10:00a
End Date
Oct
25
10:00a
End Date
Discovery Hour with the Master Naturalists
Blanco State Park
Chat and learn with a Highland Lakes Master Naturalist!
Oct
25
10:30a
End Date
Early Settlers of Honey Creek Area: The Doeppenschmidt and Weidner Families
Join the Friends of GRSP/HCSNA at the Mammen Family Public Library for this unique presentation!
Oct
25
12:00p
End Date
Oct
25
1:00p
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!
Oct
25
1:00p
End Date
The Living Dead Forest
Bastrop State Park
Join Ranger Madalyn for a 1 mile guided hike through spooky remnants of the Lost Pines forest.
Oct
25
2:00p
End Date
Enchanting Junior Ranger Academy
Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
Join Ranger Bex for a fun afternoon of activities and adventure at Enchanted Rock!
Oct
25
2:00p
End Date
Skins and Skulls
McKinney Falls State Park
Learn how an animal's unique fur pattern or skull anatomy helps it survive. You'll get to touch real specimens!
Oct
25
3:00p
End Date
Spooky Spanish Moss
Buescher State Park
Learn about the legends of Spanish Moss and create your own spooky scene.
Oct
25
3:30p
End Date
Inflatable Archery
Stephen F. Austin State Park
Practice shooting a bow and arrow for safe-inflatable archery fun under the guidance of a skilled instructor, participants will learn the art of precision, focus, and discipline.
Oct
25
5:00p
End Date
Trunk or Treat
Buescher State Park
Join us at the free community event- Smithville ISD Trunk or Treat at Smithville JR High and High School for a spooky fun time!
Oct
25
6:00p
End Date
Wildlife Trick or Treat
Government Canyon State Natural Area
Take a short, wooded hike to visit a series of trail stations where you'll learn about "spooky" wildlife including scorpions, bats, spiders and more. Bring your trick-or-treat gear!
Oct
25
6:15p
End Date
Sounds of the Night
Government Canyon State Natural Area
Sssshhhh...did you hear that? What was that noise?
Oct
25
6:30p
End Date
Adapted for the Night Hike *RSVP REQUIRED*
Stephen F. Austin State Park
Eyes that shine, ears that hear, join us to explore the wild after dark...if you dare!
Oct
25
7:30p
End Date
Oct
26
9:00a
End Date
Sunday Honey Creek Guided Walk
Honey Creek State Natural Area
Experience the natural and cultural history of Honey Creek!
Oct
26
10:00a
End Date
Oct
26
10:00a
End Date
Campfire 101: Making Camping S’more Fun
Lockhart State Park
Join us for a fire-building demonstration!
Oct
30
8:30a
End Date
Trail Maintenance Mornings
Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
Volunteer your time with Enchanted Rock SNA staff and work to rebuild our trails.
Oct
30
7:00p
End Date
Halloween Night Hike
Government Canyon State Natural Area
Join us for a hauntingly fun night hike through the eerie trails of Guadalupe River State Park!
Oct
31
End Date
Park Host Virtual Information Session
Inks Lake State Park
Learn what it means to be a park host and how you can begin your hosting adventures with us!
Oct
31
3:30p
End Date
Create-a-Cryptid Skins and Skulls
Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
Join us for this special Halloween event to learn about native animals and their features with Ranger Hannah, then turn your imagination on high and create your own Texas cryptid based on our critters!
Oct
31
6:00p
End Date
"Baking" Enchanted Rock- Dutch Oven Brownies and Igneous Rock Formation
Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
How did those bumps, cracks, and lumps get there? Join Ranger Hannah and Texas Outdoor Family for a lesson on Dutch Oven Cooking and Geology.
Oct
31
6:30p
End Date
Creatures of the Night
Inks Lake State Park
Join us for a fun hike as we learn about some of our favorite nocturnal creatures!
Oct
31
6:30p
End Date
Enchanted Rock State Natural Area | Two Night Event | Texas Outdoor Family | Austin Area (Registration Open)
Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
Join us for a fun-filled weekend and discover the joys of camping in your Texas State Parks.
November 2025
Nov
1
9:00a
End Date
Saturday Honey Creek Guided Walk
Honey Creek State Natural Area
Experience the natural and cultural history of Honey Creek!
Nov
1
10:00a
End Date
1st Saturday Nature Walk
Stephen F. Austin State Park
Explore the Wonders of the forest on a fun and informative guided hike.
Nov
1
10:00a
End Date
Gifts from the Trees Hike
Lockhart State Park
Discover the secrets of your backyard trees in this fun walk!
Nov
1
10:00a
End Date
Guided Summit Hike
Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
Join a ranger or volunteer for a morning hike on our most popular trail.
Nov
1
10:00a
End Date
Predators of the Pines - Guided Hike
Bastrop State Park
Join a Texas Master Naturalist to discover what creatures are roaming through the Lost Pines!
Nov
1
11:30a
End Date
Give a Hoot
Stephen F. Austin State Park
Unlock the secrets of the night and discover why owls reign supreme under the starry sky!
Nov
1
12:00p
End Date
Nov
1
2:00p
End Date
Nature's Gifts
Government Canyon State Natural Area
The diverse native plants of south-central Texas have always offered food, medicine, fiber, and other gifts to people who know how to use them.
Nov
1
3:30p
End Date
Create-a-Cryptid Skins and Skulls
Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
Join us for this special Halloween event to learn about native animals and their features with Ranger Hannah, then turn your imagination on high and create your own Texas cryptid based on our critters!
Nov
1
6:30p
End Date
November Inks Lake Star Party
Inks Lake State Park
Join the Austin Astronomical Society and use their equipment for some amazing stargazing!
Nov
1
7:00p
End Date
Star Party with the San Antonio Astronomical Association
Guadalupe River State Park
Join us for stargazing and planet watching!
Nov
2
9:00a
End Date
Frog Pond Frolic
Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
Join a ranger for a short hike out to Frog Pond and explore some of the aquatic life of the park!
Nov
2
9:00a
End Date
Sunday Honey Creek Guided Walk
Honey Creek State Natural Area
Experience the natural and cultural history of Honey Creek!
Nov
2
10:00a
End Date
Nov
4
10:00a
End Date
Homeschool Class: Soil
Lockhart State Park
Experience Lockhart State Park as an outdoor classroom in this program for school-age kids! Registration required.
Nov
5
10:00a
End Date
Homeschool Class: Soil
Lockhart State Park
Experience Lockhart State Park as an outdoor classroom in this program for school-age kids! Registration required.
Nov
5
10:00a
End Date
Homeschool Classes at Honey Creek State 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
5
2:00p
End Date
Homeschool Class: Soil
Lockhart State Park
Experience Lockhart State Park as an outdoor classroom in this program for school-age kids! Registration required.
Nov
6
10:00a
End Date
Homeschool Class: Soil
Lockhart State Park
Experience Lockhart State Park as an outdoor classroom in this program for school-age kids! Registration required.
Nov
6
10:00a
End Date
Homeschool Classes at Honey Creek State 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
Scenic Overlook Nature Walk
Guadalupe River State Park
Join us for an easy nature walk with a beautiful view!
Nov
6
10:30a
End Date
Reading Ranger at the Blanco Public Library
Blanco, TX - Blanco Public Library
Join a ranger for Storytime at the Blanco Library!
Nov
7
10:00a
End Date
Homeschool Classes at Honey Creek State 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
8
8:00a
End Date
Veterans Day Hike
Government Canyon State Natural Area
Come out to Government Canyon State Natural Area and celebrate our military members with a Veterans Day Hike!
Nov
8
9:00a
End Date
Saturday Honey Creek Guided Walk
Honey Creek State Natural Area
Experience the natural and cultural history of Honey Creek!
Nov
8
9:00a
End Date
Birding 101
Palmetto State Park
Learn more about the numerous bird species that call Palmetto State Park home on this guided hike.
Nov
8
9:30a
End Date
Hike like a Geologist
Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
Take a hike through time with a geologist and learn more about ERSNA and how to make any hike a GEOLOGY HIKE! An hour plus of fairly easy hiking and observing, starting at the Summit Trail gazebo.
Nov
8
10:00a
End Date
Nov
8
10:00a
End Date
Bug-Eat-Bug Hike
Lockhart State Park
Explore the world of tiny predators and tiny prey; how they see and how they slay.
Nov
8
10:00a
End Date
Guided Summit Hike
Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
Join a ranger or volunteer for a morning hike on our most popular trail.
Nov
8
10:00a
End Date
Predators of the Pines - Guided Hike
Buescher State Park
Hit the trails with a Texas Master Naturalist and learn about survival characteristics of the wild!
Nov
8
10:00a
End Date
Paul Revere of the Forest - The white-tailed deer
Stephen F. Austin State Park
Nature’s Watchman: Discover the life of the white-tailed deer at Stephen F. Austin State Park.
Nov
8
12:30p
End Date
Enchanting Rocks
Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
Join a ranger at the Gazebo and learn about the rocks and minerals that make our magical natural area so ENCHANTING!
Nov
9
9:00a
End Date
Fall Plant Walk
Government Canyon State Natural Area
Take a hike in search of fall color. Learn to identify local wildflowers, and take photos if you wish.
Nov
9
9:00a
End Date
Binos 101
Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
What’s that in the distance?! Learn how to use binoculars to find objects near and far with Ranger Hannah.
Nov
9
10:00a
End Date
Nov
9
2:00p
End Date
Tracking 101
Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
Learn about some of the common animals of Central Texas, their prints, and how to track a wounded animal at our new northern addition.
Nov
11
10:00a
End Date
Fun and Games at the Farm
Lyndon B. Johnson State Park & Historic Site
Join us to celebrate Armistice Day and the end of the Great War by playing games of the time!
Nov
12
4:00p
End Date
Reading with a Ranger at Pioneer Memorial Library
Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
Join a ranger at the historic Pioneer Memorial Library in Fredericksburg for a nature-oriented story time!
Nov
13
10:00a
End Date
Guided Hike at New Southern Enchanted Rock Property
Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
Join a ranger for a 2.0-mile guided hike at Enchanted Rock State Natural Area’s newly acquired southern property.
Nov
13
10:00a
End Date
Scenic Overlook Nature Walk
Guadalupe River State Park
Join us for an easy nature walk with a beautiful view!
Nov
13
10:00a
End Date
Homeschool Program at Blanco State Park
Blanco State Park
Join us for a homeschool program in the park!
Nov
14
10:00a
End Date
Homeschool Program at Blanco State Park
Blanco State Park
Join us for a homeschool program in the park!
Nov
15
9:00a
End Date
Saturday Honey Creek Guided Walk
Honey Creek State Natural Area
Experience the natural and cultural history of Honey Creek!
Nov
15
10:00a
End Date
Fall Into the Bottomland Forest Hike
Stephen F. Austin State Park
Experience the vibrant beauty of autumn with a guided hike!
Nov
15
10:00a
End Date
Scavenger Hunt Hike
Lockhart State Park
Embark on a scavenger adventure - from vultures and insects to a scavenger-themed scavenger hunt - you won’t want to miss this fun hike!
Nov
15
10:00a
End Date
Guided Summit Hike
Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
Join a ranger or volunteer for a morning hike on our most popular trail.
Nov
15
11:30a
End Date
Fur, Fat & Seasonal Survival
Stephen F. Austin State Park
From burrows to winter coats, explore the clever ways Texas mammals weather fall and winter.
Nov
15
12:00p
End Date
Nov
16
9:00a
End Date
Sunday Honey Creek Guided Walk
Honey Creek State Natural Area
Experience the natural and cultural history of Honey Creek!
Nov
16
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
16
9:00a
End Date
Guided Bird Walk at Honey Creek State Natural Area *Registration Required*
Honey Creek State Natural Area
Join us this fall for a special opportunity to explore the newest addition to Honey Creek State Natural Area with State Natural Area Superintendent, Gilbert, as your guide!
Nov
16
10:00a
End Date
Nov
18
10:00a
End Date
Preschool in the Park: Turkeys
Lockhart State Park
Come explore, create, and sing with us as we learn about our amazing environment!
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!
Nov
20
10:00a
End Date
Guided Hike at New Northern Enchanted Rock Property
Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
Join a ranger for a first glimpse at the newest addition to Enchanted Rock State Natural Area.
Nov
20
10:00a
End Date
Scenic Overlook Nature Walk
Guadalupe River State Park
Join us for an easy nature walk with a beautiful view!
Nov
21
6:30p
End Date
Texas Outdoor Family Outdoor Leadership Training | Bastrop State Park (Application Open Until November 6th)
Bastrop State Park
The Texas Outdoor Family program provides 900+ families with a "Learn to Camp" experience in Texas State Parks each year. Could you help?
Nov
21
7:00p
End Date
History of Enchanted Rock- Campfire Chat
Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
Sit around the campfire and learn about the geologic and human history of our State Natural Area.
Nov
21
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 21, 2025 and will reopen 12pm on Tuesday, November 25, 2025.
Nov
22
9:00a
End Date
Birding 101
Palmetto State Park
Learn more about the numerous bird species that call Palmetto State Park home on this guided hike.
Nov
22
9:00a
End Date
Indigenous People, Plants and Animals
Government Canyon State Natural Area
Take a walk with knowledgeable volunteers to explore the historical and present-day symbiotic relationship between native plants, animals and people in the Government Canyon area.
Nov
22
10:00a
End Date
Make Your Own Yucca Fiber Twine
Government Canyon State Natural Area
For thousands of years, humans have used the fibers within yucca leaves to create cordage for a variety of uses. Stop by and try it yourself!
Nov
22
10:00a
End Date
Time Travelers Hike
Lockhart State Park
Hear the story of the Civilian Conservation Corps and discover their legacy in this engaging hike!
Nov
22
10:00a
End Date
Fall Into the Bottomland Forest Hike
Stephen F. Austin State Park
Experience the vibrant beauty of autumn with a guided hike!
Nov
22
10:00a
End Date
Guided Summit Hike
Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
Join a ranger or volunteer for a morning hike on our most popular trail.
Nov
22
10:00a
End Date
Discovery Hour with the Master Naturalists
Blanco State Park
Chat and learn with a Highland Lakes Master Naturalist!
Nov
22
12:00p
End Date
Nov
22
2:00p
End Date
Enchanting Junior Ranger Academy
Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
Join Ranger Bex for a fun afternoon of activities and adventure at Enchanted Rock!
Nov
22
6:30p
End Date
November Star Party with the Hill Country Astronomers
Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
Set out your blankets, turn off your phones, and prepare for a night of stargazing at our International Dark Sky Park.
Nov
23
10:00a
End Date
Skins, Skulls, Scales, & Tails
Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
Stop by our interactive table 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.
Nov
23
10:00a
End Date
Nov
23
1:30p
End Date
Sunday Story Time: Wild Turkeys (and Deer, too!)
Government Canyon State Natural Area
Bring the family and settle in for not one, but two seasonal stories read by GCSNA volunteer and author Karol Antrim.
Nov
26
10:00a
End Date
Storytime and Craft: Wild Turkeys
Guadalupe River State Park
Join us for an unforgettable wild turkey story and craft!
Nov
27
10:00a
End Date
Nov
28
End Date
Opt Outside Day at Guadalupe River State Park
Guadalupe River State Park
Skip the stores and #OptOutside with us!
Nov
28
6:00p
End Date
Night Hike
Government Canyon State Natural Area
Sunset can transform a familiar trail into a new environment with sights and sounds not experienced during daylight.
Nov
28
7:00p
End Date
Moth Madness Campfire Chat
Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
Join Ranger Clair and her trusty bug sheet around the campfire for an exploration on the insect offerings of Erock.
Nov
29
9:00a
End Date
Saturday Honey Creek Guided Walk
Honey Creek State Natural Area
Experience the natural and cultural history of Honey Creek!
Nov
29
10:00a
End Date
Make Your Own Yucca Fiber Twine
Government Canyon State Natural Area
For thousands of years, humans have used the fibers within yucca leaves to create cordage for a variety of uses. Stop by and try it yourself!
Nov
29
10:00a
End Date
Deck the Halls
Lyndon B. Johnson State Park & Historic Site
Learn about making Christmas decorations with natural materials.
Nov
29
10:00a
End Date
Fall Into the Bottomland Forest Hike
Stephen F. Austin State Park
Experience the vibrant beauty of autumn with a guided hike!
Nov
29
10:00a
End Date
Guided Summit Hike
Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
Join a ranger or volunteer for a morning hike on our most popular trail.
Nov
29
10:00a
End Date
Edible Plants Walk
Lockhart State Park
Join us to explore the wild treats of the woods in this fun hike!
Nov
29
12:00p
End Date
Nov
29
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.
Nov
30
10:00a
End Date
December 2025
Dec
4
10:00a
End Date
Scenic Overlook Nature Walk
Guadalupe River State Park
Join us for an easy nature walk with a beautiful view!
Dec
4
10:30a
End Date
Reading Ranger at the Blanco Public Library
Blanco, TX - Blanco Public Library
Join a ranger for Storytime at the Blanco Library!
Dec
6
8:00a
End Date
Explore the Canyon
Government Canyon State Natural Area
Join dedicated volunteers for an informative and FUN hike at Government Canyon SNA
Dec
6
9:00a
End Date
Saturday Honey Creek Guided Walk
Honey Creek State Natural Area
Experience the natural and cultural history of Honey Creek!
Dec
6
10:00a
End Date
1st Saturday Nature Walk
Stephen F. Austin State Park
Explore the Wonders of the forest on a fun and informative guided hike.
Dec
6
10:00a
End Date
Trail Mix: Edible Plants - Guided Hike
Bastrop State Park
Join a Lost Pines Master Naturalist for an adventure on the trails!
Dec
6
10:00a
End Date
Guided Summit Hike
Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
Join a ranger or volunteer for a morning hike on our most popular trail.
Dec
6
10:00a
End Date
Winter Holiday Traditions
Government Canyon State Natural Area
Celebrate the holidays the old-fashioned way by hand-crafting items families might have been made on the historic ranches that became Government Canyon.
Dec
6
12:00p
End Date
Art in the Park: Christmas Cards
Guadalupe River State Park
Join us for an early National Christmas Card Day Celebration!
Dec
6
7:00p
End Date
Christmas Campfire Story and S'mores
Government Canyon State Natural Area
Bring a blanket and settle in for a festive story read by a ranger, then make s'mores over our campfire.
Dec
7
9:00a
End Date
Frog Pond Frolic
Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
Join a ranger for a short hike out to Frog Pond and explore some of the aquatic life of the park!
Dec
7
9:00a
End Date
Sunday Honey Creek Guided Walk
Honey Creek State Natural Area
Experience the natural and cultural history of Honey Creek!
Dec
7
10:00a
End Date
Skins, Skulls, Scales, & Tails
Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
Stop by our interactive table 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.
Dec
9
10:00a
End Date
Homeschool Class: Geology
Lockhart State Park
Experience Lockhart State Park as an outdoor classroom in this program for school-age kids! Registration required.
Dec
10
10:00a
End Date
Homeschool Class: Geology
Lockhart State Park
Experience Lockhart State Park as an outdoor classroom in this program for school-age kids! Registration required.
Dec
10
10:00a
End Date
Homeschool Classes at Honey Creek State 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
10
2:00p
End Date
Homeschool Class: Geology
Lockhart State Park
Experience Lockhart State Park as an outdoor classroom in this program for school-age kids! Registration required.
Dec
10
4:00p
End Date
Reading with a Ranger at Pioneer Memorial Library
Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
Join a ranger at the historic Pioneer Memorial Library in Fredericksburg for a nature-oriented story time!
Dec
11
10:00a
End Date
Homeschool Class: Geology
Lockhart State Park
Experience Lockhart State Park as an outdoor classroom in this program for school-age kids! Registration required.
Dec
11
10:00a
End Date
Guided Hike at New Southern Enchanted Rock Property
Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
Join a ranger for a 2.0-mile guided hike at Enchanted Rock State Natural Area’s newly acquired southern property.
Dec
11
10:00a
End Date
Homeschool Classes at Honey Creek State 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
Scenic Overlook Nature Walk
Guadalupe River State Park
Join us for an easy nature walk with a beautiful view!
Dec
11
10:00a
End Date
Homeschool Program at Blanco State Park
Blanco State Park
Join us for a homeschool program in the park!
Dec
12
10:00a
End Date
Homeschool Classes at Honey Creek State 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 Program at Blanco State Park
Blanco State Park
Join us for a homeschool program in the park!
Dec
12
11:00a
End Date
Tracking 101
Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
Learn about some of the common animals of Central Texas, their prints, and how to track a wounded animal at our new northern addition.
Dec
12
4:00p
End Date
Christmas in the Park
Guadalupe River State Park
Join us for a night of holiday magic on Friday, December 12th and Saturday, December 13th as Guadalupe River State Park transforms into a winter wonderland!
Dec
13
8:30a
End Date
Birding with a Biologist
Stephen F. Austin State Park
Stephen F. Austin State Park is for the birds. Come see why with Wildlife Biologist Matt Johnson!
Dec
13
9:00a
End Date
Saturday Honey Creek Guided Walk
Honey Creek State Natural Area
Experience the natural and cultural history of Honey Creek!
Dec
13
10:00a
End Date
Reading Ranger: Dino Story and Craft
Government Canyon State Natural Area
Bring a blanket and settle in for a festive story read by a ranger, followed by a craft. We'll bring the hot cocoa.
Dec
13
10:00a
End Date
Dec
13
10:00a
End Date
Trail Mix: Edible Plants Guided Hike
Buescher State Park
Hit the trails with a Lost Pines Master Naturalist on a fun guided hike!
Dec
13
10:00a
End Date
Bug-Eat-Bug Hike
Lockhart State Park
Explore the world of tiny predators and tiny prey; how they see and how they slay.
Dec
13
10:00a
End Date
Guided Summit Hike
Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
Join a ranger or volunteer for a morning hike on our most popular trail.
Dec
13
2:00p
End Date
Christmas Crafts
Lockhart State Park
Paint a nature-inspired salt dough ornament to take home with you! Stop by any time between 2:00pm and 3:30pm.
Dec
13
4:00p
End Date
Christmas in the Park
Guadalupe River State Park
Join us for a night of holiday magic on Friday, December 12th and Saturday, December 13th as Guadalupe River State Park transforms into a winter wonderland!
Dec
13
6:00p
End Date
Christmas Starfest at Enchanted Rock
Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
What's better than wishing upon a star? Wishing upon 4,500 stars at once.... and also, Santa at the same time! Join Texas Parks and Wildlife staff for our biggest star party of the year, with telescopes run by experienced Rangers, holiday activities for the kids, a star tour, and an introductory astronomy lesson.
Dec
14
9:00a
End Date
Sunday Honey Creek Guided Walk
Honey Creek State Natural Area
Experience the natural and cultural history of Honey Creek!
Dec
14
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!
Dec
14
10:00a
End Date
Art in the Park! Ornaments at Erock
Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
Craft your own "wild" ornament and learn about Leave No Trace principles with Ranger Hannah.
Dec
16
10:00a
End Date
Preschool in the Park: Birds
Lockhart State Park
Come explore, create, and sing with us as we learn about our amazing environment!
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
18
10:00a
End Date
Guided Hike at New Northern Enchanted Rock Property
Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
Join a ranger for a first glimpse at the newest addition to Enchanted Rock State Natural Area.
Dec
18
10:00a
End Date
Scenic Overlook Nature Walk
Guadalupe River State Park
Join us for an easy nature walk with a beautiful view!
Dec
19
2:00p
End Date
Dec
19
5:30p
End Date
Cold New Moon Night Hike
Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
Hike the challenging 0.8-mile Summit Trail with a ranger shortly after sunset and experience the magic of nightfall on Enchanted Rock!
Dec
20
8:00a
End Date
Winter Bird Walk
Government Canyon State Natural Area
Search for vesper sparrows, loggerhead shrikes, spotted towhees, and other winter residents in the varied habitats along Lytle's Loop.
Dec
20
9:00a
End Date
Saturday Honey Creek Guided Walk
Honey Creek State Natural Area
Experience the natural and cultural history of Honey Creek!
Dec
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.
Dec
20
10:00a
End Date
Time Travelers Hike
Lockhart State Park
Hear the story of the Civilian Conservation Corps and discover their legacy in this engaging hike!
Dec
20
10:00a
End Date
Guided Summit Hike
Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
Join a ranger or volunteer for a morning hike on our most popular trail.
Dec
20
10:00a
End Date
Christmas for the Birds
Guadalupe River State Park
Experience a festive feathered celebration this holiday season!
Dec
20
10:00a
End Date
Fun with Maps: Skills for teens
Stephen F. Austin State Park
Turn paper and compass into your ultimate adventure tools.
Dec
20
1:00p
End Date
Santa's Workshop
Pedernales Falls State Park
Help Santa's elves build gifts for all the good birdies!
Dec
20
1:00p
End Date
Dec
20
3:00p
End Date
Holidays for the Birds
Lockhart State Park
Join the elves in Santa’s workshop by making bird feeders for our feathered friends!
Dec
20
6:00p
End Date
Holiday Festival of Lights
Inks Lake State Park
If you're camping with us on Dec. 20th please bring holiday decorations to brighten up your campsite!
Dec
20
6:00p
End Date
Christmastime Constellations
Pedernales Falls State Park
Come see what constellations and other objects are found in our December sky!
Dec
21
9:00a
End Date
Sunday Honey Creek Guided Walk
Honey Creek State Natural Area
Experience the natural and cultural history of Honey Creek!
Dec
21
9:00a
End Date
Guided Bird Walk at Honey Creek State Natural Area *Registration Required*
Honey Creek State Natural Area
Join us this fall for a special opportunity to explore the newest addition to Honey Creek State Natural Area with State Natural Area Superintendent, Gilbert, as your guide!
Dec
21
5:30p
End Date
56th Annual Tree Lighting
Lyndon B. Johnson State Park & Historic Site
Enjoy this special tradition started 56 years ago by President and Mrs. Johnson.
Dec
26
10:00a
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.
Dec
27
9:00a
End Date
Trek to the Dino Tracks
Government Canyon State Natural Area
Take a 5-mile guided hike to see the dinosaur tracks at Government Canyon.
Dec
27
9:00a
End Date
Saturday Honey Creek Guided Walk
Honey Creek State Natural Area
Experience the natural and cultural history of Honey Creek!
Dec
27
10:00a
End Date
Guided Summit Hike
Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
Join a ranger or volunteer for a morning hike on our most popular trail.
Dec
27
2:00p
End Date
Enchanting Junior Ranger Academy
Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
Join Ranger Bex for a fun afternoon of activities and adventure at Enchanted Rock!
Dec
27
6:00p
End Date
Christmastime Constellations
Pedernales Falls State Park
Come see what constellations and other objects are found in our December sky!
Dec
28
9:00a
End Date
Sunday Honey Creek Guided Walk
Honey Creek State Natural Area
Experience the natural and cultural history of Honey Creek!
Dec
28
10:00a
End Date
Skins, Skulls, Scales, & Tails
Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
Stop by our interactive table 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.
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
31
End Date
Park Host Virtual Information Session
Inks Lake State Park
Learn what it means to be a park host and how you can begin your hosting adventures with us!
Dec
31
10:00p
End Date
New Year's Eve Honey Creek Nature Hike *Registration Required*
Honey Creek State Natural Area
Say goodbye to 2025 and ring in the new year while on a hike with us!
Dec
31
11:15p
End Date
Midnight Summit First Day Hike
Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
Join us for a 'Rock'ing New Year's Eve Hike on our Summit Trail and ring in the new year with fellow outdoor enthusiasts, adventurers, rangers, and rock-lovers under the stars*!
January 2026
Jan
1
End Date
First Day Honey Creek Guided Walks *Registration Required*
Honey Creek State Natural Area
Experience the natural and cultural history of Honey Creek on our First Day Hikes!
Jan
1
End Date
Self-Guided First Day Nature Hikes
Guadalupe River State Park
Experience the great outdoors and join us for a self-guided First Day Hike!
Jan
1
9:00a
End Date
First Day Hike: Family-Friendly Morning Hike
Government Canyon State Natural Area
Start your kids' new year on the right foot enjoying the outdoors at Government Canyon State Natural Area!
Jan
1
9:30a
End Date
First Day Poetry Hike
Government Canyon State Natural Area
Spend a morning reading and composing poetry in nature while hiking Government Canyon State Natural Area.
Jan
1
9:30a
End Date
First Day Hike: Bluff Spurs
Government Canyon State Natural Area
Celebrate the first day of the new year with an adventure on the Bluff Spurs Trail.
Jan
1
10:00a
End Date
First Day Hike: Tails to the Trails
Government Canyon State Natural Area
Ease into the new year with your favorite canine friend on a guided dog-walk along the Savannah Loop Trail.
Jan
1
1:00p
End Date
First Day Hike: Trek to the Tracks
Government Canyon State Natural Area
Take a 5-mile guided hike to see the dinosaur tracks at Government Canyon.
Jan
3
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
3
10:00a
End Date
1st Saturday Nature Walk
Stephen F. Austin State Park
Explore the Wonders of the forest on a fun and informative guided hike.
Jan
3
10:00a
End Date
Guided Summit Hike
Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
Join a ranger or volunteer for a morning hike on our most popular trail.
Jan
3
6:00p
End Date
Full Moon Hike
Government Canyon State Natural Area
Join us for a short hike in the Frontcountry under the silvery light of the moon.
Jan
8
10:00a
End Date
Guided Hike at New Southern Enchanted Rock Property
Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
Join a ranger for a 2.0-mile guided hike at Enchanted Rock State Natural Area’s newly acquired southern property.
Jan
10
10:00a
End Date
Guided Summit Hike
Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
Join a ranger or volunteer for a morning hike on our most popular trail.
Jan
10
12:30p
End Date
Second Saturday with Steve: Housewives and other sewing tools
Stephen F. Austin State Park
Join us at the Stephen F. Austin State Park Nature Center to learn all about housewives and hussies of the 1830's!
Jan
12
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 12, 2026 and will reopen 12pm on Friday, January 16, 2026.
Jan
14
4:00p
End Date
Reading with a Ranger at Pioneer Memorial Library
Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
Join a ranger at the historic Pioneer Memorial Library in Fredericksburg for a nature-oriented story time!
Jan
17
10:00a
End Date
Guided Summit Hike
Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
Join a ranger or volunteer for a morning hike on our most popular trail.
Jan
18
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.
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
10:00a
End Date
Guided Summit Hike
Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
Join a ranger or volunteer for a morning hike on our most popular trail.
Jan
24
7:00p
End Date
Explore the Night Sky
Government Canyon State Natural Area
Take a tour of the winter night sky with an amateur astronomer.
Jan
31
End Date
Park Host Virtual Information Session
Inks Lake State Park
Learn what it means to be a park host and how you can begin your hosting adventures with us!
Jan
31
11:30a
End Date
Nature Talks: Check out These Trees
Stephen F. Austin State Park
There are many trees in the forest, but what makes them special? Come find out at Stephen F. Austin State Park.
February 2026
Feb
7
10:00a
End Date
1st Saturday Nature Walk
Stephen F. Austin State Park
Explore the Wonders of the forest on a fun and informative guided hike.
Feb
11
4:00p
End Date
Reading with a Ranger at Pioneer Memorial Library
Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
Join a ranger at the historic Pioneer Memorial Library in Fredericksburg for a nature-oriented story time!
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!
Feb
28
11:30a
End Date
Nature Talks: Invasives and Exotics
Stephen F. Austin State Park
Are you curious about the of invasive and exotic species at Stephen F. Austin State Park?
March 2026
Mar
7
10:00a
End Date
1st Saturday Nature Walk
Stephen F. Austin State Park
Explore the Wonders of the forest on a fun and informative guided hike.
Mar
11
4:00p
End Date
Reading with a Ranger at Pioneer Memorial Library
Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
Join a ranger at the historic Pioneer Memorial Library in Fredericksburg for a nature-oriented story time!
Mar
14
10:00a
End Date
Monarch and Friends Pollinator Fiesta
Guadalupe River State Park
Join us as we celebrate monarchs and all pollinators!
Mar
14
12:30p
End Date
Second Saturdays with Steve: The Burning of San Felipe de Austin
Stephen F. Austin State Park
Join us at the Stephen F. Austin State Park Nature Center to learn all about why San Felipe de Austin was burned to save a revolution.
Mar
31
End Date
Park Host Virtual Information Session
Inks Lake State Park
Learn what it means to be a park host and how you can begin your hosting adventures with us!
April 2026
Apr
4
10:00a
End Date
1st Saturday Nature Walk
Stephen F. Austin State Park
Explore the Wonders of the forest on a fun and informative guided hike.
Apr
8
4:00p
End Date
Reading with a Ranger at Pioneer Memorial Library
Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
Join a ranger at the historic Pioneer Memorial Library in Fredericksburg for a nature-oriented story time!
Apr
11
12:30p
End Date
Second Saturdays with Steve: The Legacy of Log Cabins in Austin’s Colony
Stephen F. Austin State Park
Join us for Second Saturday with Steve as we explore the fascinating history and importance of log cabins in Austin’s Colony!
Apr
18
5:30p
End Date
Sunset History Hike
Government Canyon State Natural Area
Join us on a trip back in time to the historic Kallison Ranch complex.
Apr
18
8:00p
End Date
Spring Star Party with UT ASA
Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
Join the University of Texas Astronomy Students Association for a fabulous Star Party under our Central Texas skies!
May 2026
May
9
12:30p
End Date
Second Saturday with Steve: Buttons and other closures
Stephen F. Austin State Park
Come on a journey through fashion history of San Felipe de Austin! Experience the craftsmanship, culture, and creativity of a bygone era.
May
13
4:00p
End Date
Reading with a Ranger at Pioneer Memorial Library
Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
Join a ranger at the historic Pioneer Memorial Library in Fredericksburg for a nature-oriented story time!
May
31
End Date
Park Host Virtual Information Session
Inks Lake State Park
Learn what it means to be a park host and how you can begin your hosting adventures with us!
June 2026
Jun
10
4:00p
End Date
Reading with a Ranger at Pioneer Memorial Library
Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
Join a ranger at the historic Pioneer Memorial Library in Fredericksburg for a nature-oriented story time!
July 2026
Jul
31
End Date
Park Host Virtual Information Session
Inks Lake State Park
Learn what it means to be a park host and how you can begin your hosting adventures with us!
August 2026
Aug
8
12:30p
End Date
Second Saturday with Steve – The Monitorial System of Education and its use in the Austin Colony
Stephen F. Austin State Park
Join us at the Nature Center for a fascinating journey into early education on the Texas frontier and explore the Monitorial System of Education shaped learning in the Austin Colony!