Austin Events
Events in and around the Austin area.
July 2024
Jul
27
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
27
9:00a
End Date
Jul
27
9:00a
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Jul
27
9:00a
End Date
Birding for Beginners
Bastrop State Park
Learn the basics to birding and identify some of the birds that live in the Lost Pines!
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
9:00a
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
9:30a
End Date
Coffee with a Ranger
McKinney Falls State Park
Bring your questions and join Ranger Tessa for this outdoor coffee chat!
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
Gyotaku (Japanese Fish Printing)
Guadalupe River State Park
Learn about Gyotaku and make your own fish print to take home.
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
11:00a
End Date
Bird Brain Guessing Game
Buescher State Park
Look at bird skulls, feathers and eggs and guess which flighty friend they belong to.
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
1:30p
End Date
Lost Pines Van Tour
Bastrop State Park
Ride along on a guided tour through the park, making several stops along the way. Participants must be able to get into and out of a Ford Transit van. Reservations required.
Jul
27
2:00p
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Jul
27
3:00p
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Jul
27
4:00p
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Animals from Lake Somerville
Lake Somerville State Park - Nails Creek Unit
Join one of our team members for an educational program. Learn about the park's venomous snakes and learn the answer to questions such as why shouldn't we be afraid of them?
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
8:00p
End Date
Nocturnal Hike
Lake Somerville State Park - Birch Creek Unit
Join us for a guided nocturnal hike to improve night vision and spot and observe nocturnal wildlife.
Jul
27
8:30p
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!
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
28
2:00p
End Date
Inks Lake State Park Volunteer Fair!
Inks Lake State Park
Learn about the different ways to volunteer and get involved at our Park.
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 nonprofit.
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
2:30p
End Date
Skins and Skulls
McKinney Falls State Park
Learn how an animal's unique fur pattern or skull anatomy helps it survive and touch real specimens!
Aug
2
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!
Aug
2
8:30p
End Date
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
9:00a
End Date
Birding for Beginners
Bastrop State Park
Learn the basics to birding and identify some of the birds that live in the Lost Pines!
Aug
3
9:30a
End Date
Coffee with a Ranger
McKinney Falls State Park
Bring your questions and join Ranger Tessa for this outdoor coffee chat!
Aug
3
10:00a
End Date
Atlatl
South Llano River State Park
Join a ranger and practice your ancient hunter and gather skills.
Aug
3
10:00a
End Date
Aug
3
11:00a
End Date
Bird Brain Guessing Game
Buescher State Park
Look at bird skulls, feathers and eggs and guess which flighty friend they belong to.
Aug
3
1:00p
End Date
Intro to Orienteering
Lockhart State Park
Learn how to navigate like a pirate and hunt for hidden booty! ARRR!
Aug
3
1:30p
End Date
Lost Pines Van Tour
Bastrop State Park
Ride along on a guided tour through the park, making several stops along the way. Participants must be able to get into and out of a Ford Transit van. Reservations required.
Aug
3
2:00p
End Date
Aug
3
3:00p
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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
7:00p
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!
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
3
8:30p
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
8:30a
End Date
Morning Bird Walk
McKinney Falls State Park
Come see the wonderful variety of resident and migratory birds the park has to offer!
Aug
4
10:00a
End Date
Exploration Station: Owls
Guadalupe River State Park
Come celebrate International Owl Awareness Day with us!
Aug
4
10:00a
End Date
Aug
8
10:00a
End Date
Aug
8
9:15p
End Date
Aug
9
2:30p
End Date
Skins and Skulls
McKinney Falls State Park
Learn how an animal's unique fur pattern or skull anatomy helps it survive and touch real specimens!
Aug
9
9:00p
End Date
Star Stories
Lockhart State Park
Discover the constellations that decorate our summer sky and listen to the exciting tales that surround them!
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
Birding for Beginners
Bastrop State Park
Learn the basics to birding and identify some of the birds that live in the Lost Pines!
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
10:00a
End Date
Dutch Oven Cooking 101
Lake Somerville State Park - Birch Creek Unit
Let's get cooking! Join us to get a taste of Dutch oven knowledge...and maybe even a taste of yummy Dutch oven cooking!
Aug
10
11:00a
End Date
Bird Brain Guessing Game
Buescher State Park
Look at bird skulls, feathers and eggs and guess which flighty friend they belong to.
Aug
10
1:30p
End Date
Lost Pines Van Tour
Bastrop State Park
Ride along on a guided tour through the park, making several stops along the way. Participants must be able to get into and out of a Ford Transit van. Reservations required.
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
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!
Aug
10
8:00p
End Date
CANCELED-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
8:30p
End Date
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
14
10:00a
End Date
Stream Safari
Lockhart State Park
Wear your favorite water shoes, and join us to meet the residents of Clear Fork Creek!
Aug
15
10:00a
End Date
Solar Arts and Crafts
Lockhart State Park
Join us to explore our nearest star and create sun-powered crafts!
Aug
16
10:00a
End Date
Wildcraft: Lizards
Guadalupe River State Park
Join us for a belated World Lizard Day celebration to learn about the scaly friends in the park and make a craft to take home!
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
Birding for Beginners
Bastrop State Park
Learn the basics to birding and identify some of the birds that live in the Lost Pines!
Aug
17
9:00a
End Date
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
Skins and Skulls!
South Llano River State Park
Check out animal skins and furs found in the Hill Country.
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
17
11:00a
End Date
Skins, Skulls, Scales and Scat
Pedernales Falls State Park
What can we learn about wildlife from what they leave behind?
Aug
17
11:00a
End Date
Bird Brain Guessing Game
Buescher State Park
Look at bird skulls, feathers and eggs and guess which flighty friend they belong to.
Aug
17
1:30p
End Date
Lost Pines Van Tour
Bastrop State Park
Ride along on a guided tour through the park, making several stops along the way. Participants must be able to get into and out of a Ford Transit van. Reservations required.
Aug
17
2:00p
End Date
Aug
17
8:30p
End Date
Frog & Toad Watch
Lockhart State Park
Join a park ranger to search for the amphibians that call Lockhart 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
18
10:00a
End Date
RESCHEDULED: Intro to Fly Fishing
Lockhart State Park
*This program has been rescheduled to 8/25/24. Sorry for the inconvenience!*
Learn the basics of fly fishing in this fun class!
Aug
18
7:00p
End Date
Full Moon Evening Bird Walk
McKinney Falls State Park
Come see the wonderful variety of resident and migratory birds the park has to offer under the light of the full moon!
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
22
10:00a
End Date
Tipis on the Prairie
Lockhart State Park
Join us to set up a tipi and learn about Native American culture!
Aug
23
10:00a
End Date
Animal Signs Bingo Hike
Lockhart State Park
Who pooped in the park? Join us to find out and play a fun game of bingo on the trails!
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
9:00a
End Date
Birding for Beginners
Bastrop State Park
Learn the basics to birding and identify some of the birds that live in the Lost Pines!
Aug
24
9:00a
End Date
Fun & Games at the Farm for LBJ's 116th Birthday Celebration
Lyndon B. Johnson State Park & Historic Site
Celebrate President Johnson's birthday at LBJ State Park with games from the turn of the century!
Aug
24
9:30a
End Date
Coffee with a Ranger
McKinney Falls State Park
Bring your questions and join Ranger Tessa for this outdoor coffee chat!
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
10:00a
End Date
Hidden Treasures Scavenger Hunt
Pedernales Falls State Park
Join millions of others in the largest game of scavenger hunt!
Aug
24
10:00a
End Date
Aug
24
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!
Aug
24
1:30p
End Date
Lost Pines Van Tour
Bastrop State Park
Ride along on a guided tour through the park, making several stops along the way. Participants must be able to get into and out of a Ford Transit van. Reservations required.
Aug
24
2:00p
End Date
Aug
24
6:45p
End Date
Aug
24
8:00p
End Date
Star Party
Lost Maples State Natural Area
Join us for a look at the stars with the San Antonio Astronomical Association.
Aug
24
8:00p
End Date
Bat Walk and Talk
Guadalupe River State Park
Join us on International Bat Night for a walk and talk!
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
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!
Aug
31
9:00a
End Date
Foliage Frolic: A Journey Amongst the Trees
Guadalupe River State Park
Stay in the shade and come on a guided walk with us!
Aug
31
9:00a
End Date
FREE: 4-H Kickoff & Open House
Lockhart State Park
Join us at Lockhart State Park for an event full of FREE family-friendly fun!
Aug
31
9:30a
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.
Aug
31
9:30a
End Date
Coffee with a Ranger
McKinney Falls State Park
Bring your questions and join Ranger Tessa for this outdoor coffee chat!
Aug
31
10:00a
End Date
Atlatl
South Llano River State Park
Join a ranger and practice your ancient hunter and gather skills.
Aug
31
10:30a
End Date
Legacy in Lockhart: Guided CCC Walk
Lockhart State Park
Hike with a ranger to learn about the Civilian Conservation Corps and their enduring legacy at Lockhart State Park!
Aug
31
2:00p
End Date
Aug
31
3:00p
End Date
Gardening for Wildlife
Lockhart State Park
Join us to learn the who and why of planting with native plants!
Aug
31
6:00p
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!
Aug
31
8:00p
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!
September 2024
Sep
4
2:00p
End Date
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
Veteran Suicide Awareness Walk/Ruck
Government Canyon State Natural Area
Join us for a walk in honor of those we have lost to suicide and in support of those still struggling to find a way to live after their service.
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
19
10:00a
End Date
Insectigation Hike
Government Canyon State Natural Area
What's bugging you? Let's take a hike to observe some of the little things that are really running the world.
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
3
9:00a
End Date
Fall Plant Walk
Government Canyon State Natural Area
Join us as we search for fall colors, late bloomers and other interesting plants on this guided walk.
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
8:00a
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 Veteran’s Day Hike.
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
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
16
6:30p
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.
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
23
9:30a
End Date
Nature's Gifts
Government Canyon State Natural Area
For thousands of years, the diverse native plants of south-central Texas have offered food, medicine, fiber, and other gifts to people who know how to use them.
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
21
6:00p
End Date
Winter Solstice Night Hike
Government Canyon State Natural Area
Take a walk over fields and through the woods on a starry (fingers crossed), moonless night...the longest night of the year.
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!