Calendar of Events

Dallas/Fort Worth Events

Events in and around the Dallas/Fort Worth area.

March 2025

Mar 18
10:00a
End Date

Penitentiary Hollow Wild Walk

Lake Mineral Wells State Park & Trailway
Explore beautiful sandstone formations in remote areas only accessible on this guided hike.
Mar 18
11:00a
End Date

Birds of Eisenhower

Eisenhower State Park
Explore the avian wonders of Eisenhower State Park!
Mar 18
2:00p
End Date

Hike with a Ranger

Purtis Creek State Park
Learn about the plants and animals of Purtis Creek while hiking!
Mar 18
2:30p
End Date

Art in the Park

Lake Bob Sandlin State Park
Make memories of your park with art!
Mar 18
2:30p
End Date

Backyard Bass

Eisenhower State Park
Learn how to cast with this fun game!
Mar 19
2:00a
End Date

Kayaking 101

Lake Bob Sandlin State Park
Learn to master the paddle and hit the water!
Mar 19
11:00a
End Date

Toads vs. Frogs

Eisenhower State Park
Uncover the secrets of toads and frogs!
Mar 19
1:00p
End Date

Watercolor Wonders

Fort Parker State Park
Capture the beauty of Fort Parker State Park in watercolor and take home your own masterpiece!
Mar 19
2:00p
End Date

Let's Play Trapball

Lake Mineral Wells State Park & Trailway
“Play a historic bat and ball game that predates baseball.”
Mar 19
2:00p
End Date

Backyard Bass

Purtis Creek State Park
What's in our lake? Join a ranger to find out!
Mar 19
2:00p
End Date

Archery 101

Tyler State Park
May Your Arrow Fly Straight & Your Aim Be True.
Mar 19
3:00p
End Date

Skull Detectives

Eisenhower State Park
Think you're a bone-afide expert on animal skulls?
Mar 20
9:00a
End Date

Spring Equinox Hike

Cedar Hill State Park
Celebrate the official first day of Spring!
Mar 20
10:00a
End Date

Nature Bingo Hike

Eisenhower State Park
Looking for a unique outdoor experience?
Mar 20
2:00p
End Date

Birding with a Ranger

Purtis Creek State Park
What's that chirp?
Mar 20
2:00p
End Date

Guided Nature Hike

Lake Mineral Wells State Park & Trailway
“See the Cross Timbers as it was 300 years ago as we hike through undisturbed woodland.”
Mar 20
2:30p
End Date

Frog Chorus

Eisenhower State Park
Sing like the frogs!
Mar 21
8:00a
End Date

Photo Scavenger Hunt - Self Guided Program

Eisenhower State Park
Snap, Click, Scavenger Hunt!!
Mar 21
12:00p
End Date

Art in the Park

Purtis Creek State Park
Enjoy nature and unleash your creativity!
Mar 21
1:30p
End Date

Lake Dipping

Lake Bob Sandlin State Park
Reach into the murky water and see what you can find!
Mar 21
2:00p
End Date

Dutch Oven Delights

Eisenhower State Park
Come watch a Dutch oven demonstration and try a treat!
Mar 21
2:00p
End Date

Love Poems for Misunderstood Creatures

Fort Parker State Park
Learn about some of our most misunderstood creatures like snakes, spiders, skunks, vultures and more. Then craft a love poem for your fave!
Mar 21
3:00p
End Date

Skins, Skulls, & Tracks

Purtis Creek State Park
What lives here? Come explore our collection and find out!
Mar 21
4:00p
End Date

Camping 101

Tyler State Park
Let's make camping enjoyable!
Mar 21
7:00p
End Date

Storytelling Down In The Hollow

Lake Mineral Wells State Park & Trailway
“Listen to stories, cowboy poetry and folklore in a beautiful setting.”
Mar 21
8:00p
End Date

Stargazing

Cooper Lake State Park - South Sulphur Unit
Starry nights are seen out here.
Mar 21
9:00p
End Date

Light Painting at Night

Fort Boggy State Park
Be a part of our Spring Art in the Park Series. Learn light painting with your phone and some simple props.
Mar 22
8:30a
End Date

Birdwatching with a Ranger

Lake Bob Sandlin State Park
Join us to learn the skills and tools to watch birds!
Mar 22
8:30a
End Date

Storybook Stroll

Dinosaur Valley State Park
Take a stroll through a story, where every step brings a new adventure to life!
Mar 22
9:00a
End Date

Disc Golf with a Ranger

Lake Arrowhead State Park
Play a round of disc golf
Mar 22
9:00a
End Date

Hiking 101

Cedar Hill State Park
Get ready for hiking season with tips and tricks from a Ranger!
Mar 22
9:00a
End Date

Volunteer Workday

Eisenhower State Park
Let's work together to preserve our park's beauty!
Mar 22
9:30a
End Date

Eisenhower State Park | One Night Event | Texas Outdoor Family | DFW Area (SOLD OUT)

Eisenhower State Park
Join us for a fun-filled weekend and discover the joys of camping in your Texas State Parks.
Mar 22
10:00a
End Date

Guided Hike

Cooper Lake State Park - Doctors Creek Unit
Join a ranger on a short leisurely hike.
Mar 22
10:00a
End Date

Fishin' with a Ranger

Tyler State Park
Hook, Line, 'n Sinker
Mar 22
10:00a
End Date

Scavenger Hunt

Fort Richardson State Park & Historic Site / Lost Creek Reservoir State Trailway
Ready for an adventure?
Mar 22
10:00a
End Date

Track Talk

Dinosaur Valley State Park
Gather round and hear the 113-million-year-old story of our dinosaur tracks!
Mar 22
10:00a
End Date

CCC Boys and Their Stories

Bonham State Park
Learn about the Civilian Conservation Corps and hear stories of the boys that were in it.
Mar 22
10:00a
End Date

Nature Hike

Lake Bob Sandlin State Park
Join us on a guided hike to learn about many of the park's plants, animals, and some of its history.
Mar 22
11:00a
End Date

Ramble with a Ranger

Fort Parker State Park
Join Ranger Christy for a fun, educational hike on our 1/2-mile Bur Oak Nature Trail loop. Learn about local flora and fauna. Take in the view from our bird blind and learn about our resident blue herons!
Mar 22
11:00a
End Date

Reading with a Ranger

Lake Tawakoni State Park
Join a Ranger at the Farkleberry Trailhead to read All About Nature by Huda Harajli and Let’s Go on a Hike! By Katrina Liu
Mar 22
1:00p
End Date

The Atlatl

Lake Arrowhead State Park
Join a park ranger to learn about this ancient hunting tool
Mar 22
1:00p
End Date

Guided Hike

Cooper Lake State Park - South Sulphur Unit
Join us for a short leisurely springtime hike.
Mar 22
2:00p
End Date

Basic Silk Screen Painting

Fort Boggy State Park
Be a part of our Spring Art in the Park Series. Have you ever wanted to learn how to print your own t-shirts? Basic silk screen printing will get you started.
Mar 22
3:00p
End Date

Slithering Snakes

Tyler State Park
Are they slimy?
Mar 22
3:00p
End Date

B.A.R.K. Ranger Hike

Eisenhower State Park
Join the pack!
Mar 22
8:00p
End Date

Star Party

Dinosaur Valley State Park
Celebrate the night sky and learn from real astronomers!
Mar 22
8:30p
End Date

Stargazing the Texas Night Sky

Lake Mineral Wells State Park & Trailway
“The stars at night are big and bright …” Learn more about one of Texas’ best natural resources – the night sky.
Mar 23
9:00a
End Date

Fishing with a Ranger

Lake Arrowhead State Park
Let's go fishing!
Mar 23
10:00a
End Date

Track Talk

Dinosaur Valley State Park
Gather round and hear the 113-million-year-old story of our dinosaur tracks!
Mar 23
11:00a
End Date

Critter Corner

Dinosaur Valley State Park
Use your senses to explore the life of a Northern Cardinal!
Mar 23
1:00p
End Date

The Atlatl

Lake Arrowhead State Park
Join a park ranger to learn about this ancient hunting tool
Mar 23
2:00p
End Date

Design-a-Dino!

Dinosaur Valley State Park
Let's get creative and learn to draw a dinosaur!
Mar 23
2:00p
End Date

Nature Art Frames

Fort Boggy State Park
See the park through a new window.
Mar 24
2:00p
End Date

Watercolors in the Park

Fort Boggy State Park
Express your artistic side through watercolors.
Mar 26
1:00p
End Date

Watercolor Wonders

Fort Parker State Park
Capture the beauty of Fort Parker State Park in watercolor and take home your own masterpiece!
Mar 27
10:00a
End Date

Home School - Plains People Atlatl

Lake Mineral Wells State Park & Trailway
Bring your kids to an outdoor classroom at Lake Mineral Wells State Park! Reservations Required Call Park HQ.
Mar 28
9:00a
End Date

Nature Hike - Armadillo Hill

Eisenhower State Park
Learn about the local flora and fauna on a 1.5-mile hike with a park ranger.
Mar 28
2:00p
End Date

End of Month Update (Virtual)

Palo Pinto Mountains State Park
Log on and listen to updates on park construction! (Next event will be Nov 26)
Mar 28
2:00p
End Date

Love Poems for Misunderstood Creatures

Fort Parker State Park
Learn about some of our most misunderstood creatures like snakes, spiders, skunks, vultures and more. Then craft a love poem for your fave!
Mar 28
3:00p
End Date

Photography 101

Tyler State Park
Lights. Camera. ACTION!
Mar 28
3:00p
End Date

More About S'mores

Eisenhower State Park
Have you ever wondered where s'mores came from?
Mar 28
3:00p
End Date

Nature Journaling

Purtis Creek State Park
Learn how to journal and spend time in nature!
Mar 28
7:00p
End Date

Night Sky

Bonham State Park
Night sky viewing
Mar 28
7:30p
End Date

Owl Prowl

Cedar Hill State Park
Join a Ranger for an after-dark search for owls and learn about these unique birds!
Mar 29
8:30a
End Date

Birdwatching with a Ranger

Lake Bob Sandlin State Park
Join us to learn the skills and tools to watch birds!
Mar 29
8:30a
End Date

Storybook Stroll

Dinosaur Valley State Park
Take a stroll through a story, where every step brings a new adventure to life!
Mar 29
8:30a
End Date

Dutch Oven 101

Cooper Lake State Park - Doctors Creek Unit
Cast iron cooking - cowboy classic! Reservations required to borrow a Dutch oven.
Mar 29
9:30a
End Date

Guided Hike

Lake Tawakoni State Park
Meet a ranger at the Spring Point Trailhead for a half-mile guided hike!
Mar 29
10:00a
End Date

Nature Journaling

Ray Roberts Lake State Park - Johnson Branch Unit
Learn about the 5 senses we use to observe the world around us and create your very own nature journal.
Mar 29
10:00a
End Date

Secrets of the Pond

Cedar Hill State Park
Join a ranger-led investigation through the hidden depths of Perch Pond!
Mar 29
10:00a
End Date

Craft a Pioneer Rag Doll

Fort Richardson State Park & Historic Site / Lost Creek Reservoir State Trailway
Step back in time and learn how to create your very own pioneer-style rag doll!
Mar 29
10:00a
End Date

Track Talk

Dinosaur Valley State Park
Gather round and hear the 113-million-year-old story of our dinosaur tracks!
Mar 29
10:00a
End Date

Hike with a Ranger

Purtis Creek State Park
Start the day off right!
Mar 29
10:00a
End Date

Color in the Park - Art in the Park

Bonham State Park
Be inspired by nature and create a memento of your visit.
Mar 29
10:00a
End Date

Nature Hike

Lake Bob Sandlin State Park
Join us on a guided hike to learn about many of the park's plants, animals, and some of its history.
Mar 29
10:00a
End Date

Vital Vultures

Ray Roberts Lake State Park - Isle Du Bois Unit
Stop and think what North Texas might look like without Vultures.
Mar 29
11:00a
End Date

Ramble with a Ranger

Fort Parker State Park
Join Ranger Christy for a fun, educational hike on our 1/2-mile Bur Oak Nature Trail loop. Learn about local flora and fauna. Take in the view from our bird blind and learn about our resident blue herons!
Mar 29
1:00p
End Date

Dutch Oven 101

Cooper Lake State Park - South Sulphur Unit
Mouthwatering meals made here! Reservations required to borrow a Dutch oven.
Mar 29
1:00p
End Date

Junior Ranger Games

Ray Roberts Lake State Park - Johnson Branch Unit
Kids will learn and test their skills as they work through the Junior Ranger Journal in order to earn their own Junior Ranger Badge.
Mar 29
2:00p
End Date

Fire Building 101

Eisenhower State Park
Ready to become a wildfire warrior?
Mar 29
2:00p
End Date

Fire Craft

Lake Bob Sandlin State Park
Learn tips and tricks for building the good campfire!
Mar 29
2:00p
End Date

Skins, Skulls, & Tracks

Purtis Creek State Park
What lives here? Come explore our collection and find out!
Mar 29
2:00p
End Date

Kid’s Wilderness Survival

Lake Mineral Wells State Park & Trailway
A great program for your child’s outdoor safety and parents learn as much as the kids.
Mar 29
2:00p
End Date

Squirrel Olympics

Ray Roberts Lake State Park - Isle Du Bois Unit
Join a Ranger to learn about your local squirrels.
Mar 29
3:00p
End Date

Predators of the Park

Dinosaur Valley State Park
Learn about the predators that hunt in our park!
Mar 30
9:00a
End Date

Fishing with a Ranger

Lake Arrowhead State Park
Let's go fishing!
Mar 30
10:00a
End Date

Track Talk

Dinosaur Valley State Park
Gather round and hear the 113-million-year-old story of our dinosaur tracks!
Mar 30
11:00a
End Date

Art in the Park

Dinosaur Valley State Park
Celebrate the wonders of our park by creating a masterpiece!
Mar 30
2:00p
End Date

Wildflower Walk

Dinosaur Valley State Park
Wander through the park with a ranger in search of gorgeous Texas Wildflowers!

April 2025

Apr 4
3:00p
End Date

All About Knots

Tyler State Park
Hook, Line, and Sinker!
Apr 5
10:00a
End Date

Craft a Pinwheel

Fort Richardson State Park & Historic Site / Lost Creek Reservoir State Trailway
Come decorate and build your very own springtime pinwheel!
Apr 5
10:00a
End Date

Track Talk

Dinosaur Valley State Park
Gather round and hear the 113-million-year-old story of our dinosaur tracks!
Apr 5
10:00a
End Date

Coffee with a Ranger

Bonham State Park
Do you have any questions about the park? Stop by and ask away.
Apr 5
11:00a
End Date

Skins and Skulls

Bonham State Park
Check out the skin and skull collection from the Bluestem Master Naturalist Chapter.
Apr 5
1:00p
End Date

Explore Bowhunting

Purtis Creek State Park
Learn how to bow hunt with a fun community workshop!
Apr 5
3:00p
End Date

Paddle Around

Tyler State Park
Time to get on the water!
Apr 6
10:00a
End Date

Track Talk

Dinosaur Valley State Park
Gather round and hear the 113-million-year-old story of our dinosaur tracks!
Apr 11
10:00a
End Date

Fishing with a Ranger

Purtis Creek State Park
Join a ranger for some fishin'!
Apr 11
3:00p
End Date

Art in the Park

Tyler State Park
Let's find the beauty in nature
Apr 11
6:30p
End Date

Lake Tawakoni State Park | Two Night Event | Texas Outdoor Family | DFW Area (SOLD OUT)

Lake Tawakoni State Park
Join us for a fun-filled weekend and discover the joys of camping in your Texas State Parks.
Apr 11
8:00p
End Date

Night Creatures

Bonham State Park
Discover the wild side of Bonham State Park’ s nightlife.
Apr 11
8:30p
End Date

Mothing: The Wonderful World of Moths

Bonham State Park
Discover the amazing critters of the night using only a sheet and a flashlight.
Apr 12
9:00a
End Date

Bird Outing

Lake Arrowhead State Park
Join the Texas Master Naturalists: Rolling Plains chapter to look for birds
Apr 12
10:00a
End Date

Colors of the Park: Wildflower Hike

Bonham State Park
Take a short hike to explore the park from a different viewpoint.
Apr 12
10:00a
End Date

Track Talk

Dinosaur Valley State Park
Gather round and hear the 113-million-year-old story of our dinosaur tracks!
Apr 12
2:00p
End Date

Colors of the Creek

Purtis Creek State Park
Join us for some watercolor fun!
Apr 12
3:00p
End Date

Creepy Crawlies!

Tyler State Park
Appreciate our creepy crawly friends in a new light.
Apr 12
6:30p
End Date

4th Annual Glow in the Dark Egg Hunt

Fort Boggy State Park
When the sun goes down, the hunt is on!
Apr 12
8:00p
End Date

Park After Dark

Purtis Creek State Park
Come out for a moon-lit hike!
Apr 12
8:00p
End Date

Pink Full Moon Hike

Fort Richardson State Park & Historic Site / Lost Creek Reservoir State Trailway
Experience the rising of April’s Pink Moon in this full moon hike.
Apr 12
8:00p
End Date

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

Lake Whitney State Park
Enjoy an evening in the park viewing all you can see in the galaxy by using star maps, a laser pointer and telescopes. Retired National Park Ranger and Astronomer Larry Smith will guide you through these astronomical wonders.
Apr 13
10:00a
End Date

Track Talk

Dinosaur Valley State Park
Gather round and hear the 113-million-year-old story of our dinosaur tracks!
Apr 18
4:00p
End Date

Frog Philharmonics

Purtis Creek State Park
Come be a part of a "ribbiting" frog choir!
Apr 18
8:00p
End Date

Star Party

Tyler State Park
Look at the night lights!
Apr 19
9:00a
End Date

Volunteer Workday

Eisenhower State Park
Let's work together to preserve our park's beauty!
Apr 19
10:00a
End Date

Mindfulness Hike

Purtis Creek State Park
Observe nature on this leisurely guided hike!
Apr 19
10:00a
End Date

Dutch Oven 101

Bonham State Park
Join Ranger Linda to learn the ins-and-outs of cast-iron cooking.
Apr 19
10:00a
End Date

Track Talk

Dinosaur Valley State Park
Gather round and hear the 113-million-year-old story of our dinosaur tracks!
Apr 19
11:00a
End Date

Clean Up Our Park Earth Day

Tyler State Park
Help make our park a better place one piece at a time!
Apr 19
1:00p
End Date

Geocaching with Challenge

Bonham State Park
Want to add an adventure to your state park visit? Try geocaching!
Apr 19
2:00p
End Date

Art in the Park

Purtis Creek State Park
Enjoy nature and unleash your creativity!
Apr 19
2:00p
End Date

Tails on the Trails

Eisenhower State Park
Take a rescue pup on an adventure!
Apr 19
2:00p
End Date

Easter Egg Hunt

Lake Bob Sandlin State Park
Come join us for our Annual Easter Egg Hunt!
Apr 19
2:00p
End Date

Easter Egg Hunt/ Crafts

Fort Richardson State Park & Historic Site / Lost Creek Reservoir State Trailway
Hop on over to Fort Richardson for an egg-citing Easter adventure!
Apr 19
3:00p
End Date

Paddle Around

Tyler State Park
Time to get on the water!
Apr 19
6:00p
End Date

Night Hike

Tyler State Park
They are on the prowl!
Apr 19
9:00p
End Date

Star Party

Dinosaur Valley State Park
Celebrate the night sky and learn from real astronomers!
Apr 20
10:00a
End Date

Track Talk

Dinosaur Valley State Park
Gather round and hear the 113-million-year-old story of our dinosaur tracks!
Apr 25
3:00p
End Date

Adaptations!

Tyler State Park
What is your superpower?
Apr 25
8:00p
End Date

Summer Night Sky

Bonham State Park
Night sky viewing
Apr 26
9:00a
End Date

Let's try Geocaching

Lake Whitney State Park
What is Geocaching? It is the ultimate treasure hunt! This outdoor adventure has participants use the Geocaching app and/or a GPS device to navigate to cleverly hidden containers called geocaches. There are millions of geocaches in 190 countries waiting to be discovered—there are some near you right now. Let's start this treasure hunt!
Apr 26
10:00a
End Date

Lakeside Stroll - Nature and History Hike

Bonham State Park
Lakes are more than just a body of water; they have a story to tell.
Apr 26
10:00a
End Date

Make a Teepee

Fort Richardson State Park & Historic Site / Lost Creek Reservoir State Trailway
Join us for a fun and creative craft session where you can design and build your very own miniature teepee!
Apr 26
10:00a
End Date

Track Talk

Dinosaur Valley State Park
Gather round and hear the 113-million-year-old story of our dinosaur tracks!
Apr 26
2:00p
End Date

Hike with a Ranger

Purtis Creek State Park
Learn about the plants and animals of Purtis Creek while hiking!
Apr 26
2:00p
End Date

Owl Day

Tyler State Park
Let's dive into the diet of an owl
Apr 27
10:00a
End Date

Track Talk

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

May 2025

May 3
10:00a
End Date

Coffee with a Ranger

Bonham State Park
Do you have any questions about the park? Stop by and ask away.
May 9
8:00p
End Date

Night Creatures

Bonham State Park
Discover the wild side of Bonham State Park’ s nightlife.
May 10
9:00a
End Date

Bird Outing

Lake Arrowhead State Park
Join the Texas Master Naturalists: Rolling Plains chapter to look for birds
May 16
6:30p
End Date

Purtis Creek State Park | Two Night Event | Texas Outdoor Family | DFW Area (Registration Open)

Purtis Creek State Park
Join us for a fun-filled weekend and discover the joys of camping in your Texas State Parks.
May 17
9:00a
End Date

Volunteer Workday

Eisenhower State Park
Let's work together to preserve our park's beauty!
May 17
10:00a
End Date

Dutch Oven 101

Bonham State Park
Join Ranger Linda to learn the ins-and-outs of cast-iron cooking.
May 23
8:00p
End Date

Summer Night Sky

Bonham State Park
Night sky viewing
May 24
9:00a
End Date

Let's try Geocaching

Lake Whitney State Park
What is Geocaching? It is the ultimate treasure hunt! This outdoor adventure has participants use the Geocaching app and/or a GPS device to navigate to cleverly hidden containers called geocaches. There are millions of geocaches in 190 countries waiting to be discovered—there are some near you right now. Let's start this treasure hunt!
May 24
8:00p
End Date

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

Lake Whitney State Park
Enjoy an evening in the park viewing all you can see in the galaxy by using star maps, a laser pointer and telescopes. Retired National Park Ranger and Astronomer Larry Smith will guide you through these astronomical wonders.
May 24
8:15p
End Date

Charting the Stars

Purtis Creek State Park
Join a ranger to craft a star chart & explore the constellations!
May 24
9:00p
End Date

Star Party

Dinosaur Valley State Park
Celebrate the night sky and learn from real astronomers!
May 28
9:00a
End Date

Project WILD Combo Workshop - Denton

Denton, TX - Elm Fork Education Center
Professional development for anyone who works in education with children or the public. This workshop will cover Project WILD, Aquatic WILD, and Growing Up WILD along with Climate & Wildlife as a bonus!
May 31
9:30a
End Date

Lake Tawakoni State Park | One Night Event | Texas Outdoor Family | DFW Area (Registration Open)

Lake Tawakoni State Park
Join us for a fun-filled weekend and discover the joys of camping in your Texas State Parks.

June 2025

Jun 7
10:00a
End Date

Coffee with a Ranger

Bonham State Park
Do you have any questions about the park? Stop by and ask away.
Jun 13
6:30p
End Date

Ray Roberts Lake State Park: Johnson Branch Unit | Two Night Event | Texas Outdoor Family | DFW Area (Registration Open)

Ray Roberts Lake State Park - Johnson Branch Unit
Join us for a fun-filled weekend and discover the joys of camping in your Texas State Parks.
Jun 13
8:00p
End Date

Night Creatures

Bonham State Park
Discover the wild side of Bonham State Park’ s nightlife.
Jun 14
8:00p
End Date

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

Lake Whitney State Park
Enjoy an evening in the park viewing all you can see in the galaxy by using star maps, a laser pointer and telescopes. Retired National Park Ranger and Astronomer Larry Smith will guide you through these astronomical wonders.
Jun 16
9:30a
End Date

Angler Education Instructor Training Workshop - Tyler State Park

Tyler State Park
Become a TPWD Certified Angler Education Instructor
Jun 21
9:30a
End Date

Cedar Hill State Park | One Night Event | Texas Outdoor Family | DFW Area (Registration Open)

Cedar Hill State Park
Join us for a fun-filled weekend and discover the joys of camping in your Texas State Parks.
Jun 21
10:00a
End Date

Dutch Oven 101

Bonham State Park
Join Ranger Linda to learn the ins-and-outs of cast-iron cooking.
Jun 27
6:30p
End Date

Texas Outdoor Family Outdoor Leadership Training | Lake Mineral Wells State Park (Application Open Until May 14th)

Lake Mineral Wells State Park & Trailway
The Texas Outdoor Family program provides 900+ families with a "Learn to Camp" experience in Texas State Parks each year. Could you help?
Jun 27
8:00p
End Date

Summer Night Sky

Bonham State Park
Night sky viewing
Jun 28
8:30p
End Date

Charting the Stars

Purtis Creek State Park
Join a ranger to craft a star chart & explore the constellations!

July 2025

Jul 5
10:00a
End Date

Coffee with a Ranger

Bonham State Park
Do you have any questions about the park? Stop by and ask away.
Jul 5
8:00p
End Date

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

Lake Whitney State Park
Enjoy an evening in the park viewing all you can see in the galaxy by using star maps, a laser pointer and telescopes. Retired National Park Ranger and Astronomer Larry Smith will guide you through these astronomical wonders.
Jul 11
8:00p
End Date

Night Creatures

Bonham State Park
Discover the wild side of Bonham State Park’ s nightlife.
Jul 19
10:00a
End Date

Dutch Oven 101

Bonham State Park
Join Ranger Linda to learn the ins-and-outs of cast-iron cooking.
Jul 25
8:00p
End Date

Summer Night Sky

Bonham State Park
Night sky viewing
Jul 26
8:30p
End Date

Charting the Stars

Purtis Creek State Park
Join a ranger to craft a star chart & explore the constellations!

August 2025

Aug 2
10:00a
End Date

Coffee with a Ranger

Bonham State Park
Do you have any questions about the park? Stop by and ask away.
Aug 8
8:00p
End Date

Night Creatures

Bonham State Park
Discover the wild side of Bonham State Park’ s nightlife.
Aug 16
10:00a
End Date

Dutch Oven 101

Bonham State Park
Join Ranger Linda to learn the ins-and-outs of cast-iron cooking.
Aug 16
9:00p
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Star Party

Dinosaur Valley State Park
Celebrate the night sky and learn from real astronomers!
Aug 22
8:00p
End Date

Summer Night Sky

Bonham State Park
Night sky viewing
Aug 23
8:00p
End Date

Charting the Stars

Purtis Creek State Park
Join a ranger to craft a star chart & explore the constellations!
Aug 23
8:00p
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Let's Celebrate the Moon, Stars and Planets together!

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

September 2025

Sep 6
10:00a
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Coffee with a Ranger

Bonham State Park
Do you have any questions about the park? Stop by and ask away.
Sep 13
9:00a
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TPWD Veteran Suicide Awareness Ruck Sack Walk

Cedar Hill State Park
Come out to join us for a Ruck Sack walk along the Talala Trail!
Sep 13
8:00p
End Date

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

Lake Whitney State Park
Enjoy an evening in the park viewing all you can see in the galaxy by using star maps, a laser pointer and telescopes. Retired National Park Ranger and Astronomer Larry Smith will guide you through these astronomical wonders.
Sep 20
10:00a
End Date

Dutch Oven 101

Bonham State Park
Join Ranger Linda to learn the ins-and-outs of cast-iron cooking.
Sep 20
10:00a
End Date

Deaf Outdoors Day

Cedar Hill State Park
Discover your park with ASL interpreters!
Sep 20
8:00p
End Date

Star Party

Dinosaur Valley State Park
Celebrate the night sky and learn from real astronomers!
Sep 26
8:00p
End Date

Summer Night Sky

Bonham State Park
Night sky viewing

October 2025

Oct 4
10:00a
End Date

Coffee with a Ranger

Bonham State Park
Do you have any questions about the park? Stop by and ask away.
Oct 18
10:00a
End Date

Harvest Heritage Festival

Cedar Hill State Park
Get ready for food, fun, and games at Cedar Hill State Park's biggest annual event!
Oct 18
10:00a
End Date

Dutch Oven 101

Bonham State Park
Join Ranger Linda to learn the ins-and-outs of cast-iron cooking.
Oct 18
8:00p
End Date

Star Party

Dinosaur Valley State Park
Celebrate the night sky and learn from real astronomers!
Oct 24
7:00p
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Haunted History Walk

Cedar Hill State Park
Are the rumors of Penn Farm's haunted nature true? Come out to our haunted history walk to find out!
Oct 25
5:00p
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Spooky Stories with a Ranger

Tyler State Park
Come prepared for a scare!
Oct 25
5:30p
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Costume Contest!

Tyler State Park
Put your creativity to the test!
Oct 25
6:00p
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Parktober Trick or Treat

Tyler State Park
Trick or Treat through the park!
Oct 25
8:00p
End Date

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

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

November 2025

Nov 1
10:00a
End Date

Coffee with a Ranger

Bonham State Park
Do you have any questions about the park? Stop by and ask away.
Nov 15
10:00a
End Date

Dutch Oven 101

Bonham State Park
Join Ranger Linda to learn the ins-and-outs of cast-iron cooking.
Nov 15
7:00p
End Date

Let's Stargaze in the Park

Lake Whitney State Park
Enjoy an evening in the park as you explore the galaxy by star maps, laser pointers and telescope. Retired national park ranger/astronomer Larry Smith will guide you through the planets, moon and stars with fascinating facts.
Nov 15
8:00p
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Star Party

Dinosaur Valley State Park
Celebrate the night sky and learn from real astronomers!

December 2025

Dec 20
8:00p
End Date

Star Party

Dinosaur Valley State Park
Celebrate the night sky and learn from real astronomers!
Dec 31
9:30p
End Date

Black Light Hike & Scavenger Hunt at Midnight!

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

January 2026

Jan 24
8:30a
End Date

Kid Fish

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

December 2026

Dec 31
9:30p
End Date

Black Light Hike & Scavenger Hunt at Midnight!

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

January 2027

Jan 23
8:30a
End Date

Kid Fish

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

December 2027

Dec 31
9:30p
End Date

Black Light Hike & Scavenger Hunt at Midnight!

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

January 2028

Jan 22
8:30a
End Date

Kid Fish

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

December 2028

Dec 31
9:30p
End Date

Black Light Hike & Scavenger Hunt at Midnight!

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

January 2029

Jan 27
8:30a
End Date

Kid Fish

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

December 2029

Dec 31
9:30p
End Date

Black Light Hike & Scavenger Hunt at Midnight!

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

January 2030

Jan 26
8:30a
End Date

Kid Fish

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