San Antonio Events
Events in and around San Antonio.
January 2025
Jan
22
8:15a
End Date
Birding with a Ranger
Choke Canyon State Park - Calliham Unit
Use binoculars to spot all kinds of birds feeding in our Bird Sanctuary!
Jan
23
8:15a
End Date
Birding with a Ranger
Choke Canyon State Park - Calliham Unit
Use binoculars to spot all kinds of birds feeding in our Bird Sanctuary!
Jan
23
10:00a
End Date
Tipis on the Prairie
Lockhart State Park
Join us to set up a tipi and learn about Native American culture!
Jan
24
8:15a
End Date
Birding with a Ranger
Choke Canyon State Park - Calliham Unit
Use binoculars to spot all kinds of birds feeding in our Bird Sanctuary!
Jan
24
9:00a
End Date
Birding Tour
Lake Corpus Christi State Park
Spot some of the over 200 species of birds identified at Lake Corpus Christi State Park!
Jan
24
10:00a
End Date
Bird Bingo
Choke Canyon State Park - Calliham Unit
Birding and Bingo is a fun combination for the whole family! Test out your Bird ID skills with this game!
Jan
24
6:00p
End Date
Dutch Oven Cooking
Choke Canyon State Park - Calliham Unit
Learn how to make a dish with Dutch Oven cooking!
Jan
25
8:15a
End Date
Birding with a Ranger
Choke Canyon State Park - Calliham Unit
Use binoculars to spot all kinds of birds feeding in our Bird Sanctuary!
Jan
25
8:30a
End Date
Cowboy Coffee
Inks Lake State Park
Join a park volunteer for a hot, fresh cup of coffee made the old-fashioned way!
Jan
25
9:00a
End Date
Saturday Honey Creek Guided Walk
Honey Creek State Natural Area
Experience the natural and cultural history of Honey Creek!
Jan
25
9:00a
End Date
Jan
25
9:00a
End Date
Jan
25
10:00a
End Date
Look Out for the Trout Festival
Blanco State Park
Learn everything you need to know about fishing, including trout fishing! We'll even provide the gear.
Jan
25
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
25
10:00a
End Date
Fire Through Our Forest – Guided Hike
Bastrop State Park
Join a Ranger on a guided hike through the Lost Pines and learn all it has to tell!
Jan
25
10:00a
End Date
Jan
25
10:00a
End Date
Trade Beads - Universal Currency
Goliad State Park & Historic Site
Colorful beads played a huge role as Europeans began exploring new places and encountering unknown groups of people.
Jan
25
10:00a
End Date
Jan
25
10:00a
End Date
Nature Craftivity-Birdhouses and Bughouses
Inks Lake State Park
Use provided materials to make your own birdhouse or bughouse to take home!
Jan
25
10:00a
End Date
Nature Center Hours
Stephen F. Austin State Park
Explore Our Exhibits, Engage in Hands-On Activities, Ask Questions!
Jan
25
11:30a
End Date
Strange Meals: A Look at Mammal Feeding Behavior
Stephen F. Austin State Park
Dive into the world of some native Texas mammals and their bizarre eating habits!
Jan
25
12:00p
End Date
Jan
25
1:00p
End Date
Jan
25
1:30p
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.
Jan
25
2:00p
End Date
Intro to Archery
Choke Canyon State Park - Calliham Unit
Come shoot some arrows! Equipment provided.
Jan
25
2:00p
End Date
Mission History Tour
Goliad State Park & Historic Site
Enjoy a guided history tour of Mission Espiritu Santo as you learn about life in and around the mission during the Spanish Colonial Era.
Jan
25
2:00p
End Date
Jan
25
3:30p
End Date
Advanced Archery
Lockhart State Park
Join us to sharpen your skills at international style archery! This program is for folks who have already taken our Intro to Archery class at Lockhart State Park.
Jan
25
5:00p
End Date
Jan
25
6:30p
End Date
Stargazing with a Ranger
Pedernales Falls State Park
Join us for an evening of exploring the night sky!
Jan
26
9:00a
End Date
Sunday Honey Creek Guided Walk
Honey Creek State Natural Area
Experience the natural and cultural history of Honey Creek!
Jan
26
10:00a
End Date
Corn Husk Dolls
Goliad State Park & Historic Site
Get creative with corn husks! Make your own corn husk doll to take home and learn about the history of corn husk dolls.
Jan
26
10:00a
End Date
Nature Center Hours
Stephen F. Austin State Park
Explore Our Exhibits, Engage in Hands-On Activities, Ask Questions!
Jan
26
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
26
2:00p
End Date
Mission History Tour
Goliad State Park & Historic Site
Enjoy a guided history tour of Mission Espiritu Santo as you learn about life in and around the mission during the Spanish Colonial Era.
Jan
28
8:15a
End Date
Birding with a Ranger
Choke Canyon State Park - Calliham Unit
Use binoculars to spot all kinds of birds feeding in our Bird Sanctuary!
Jan
29
8:15a
End Date
Birding with a Ranger
Choke Canyon State Park - Calliham Unit
Use binoculars to spot all kinds of birds feeding in our Bird Sanctuary!
Jan
30
8:15a
End Date
Birding with a Ranger
Choke Canyon State Park - Calliham Unit
Use binoculars to spot all kinds of birds feeding in our Bird Sanctuary!
Jan
30
7:00p
End Date
Jan
31
8:15a
End Date
Birding with a Ranger
Choke Canyon State Park - Calliham Unit
Use binoculars to spot all kinds of birds feeding in our Bird Sanctuary!
Jan
31
9:00a
End Date
Birding Tour
Lake Corpus Christi State Park
Spot some of the over 200 species of birds identified at Lake Corpus Christi State Park!
Jan
31
10:00a
End Date
Bird Bingo
Choke Canyon State Park - Calliham Unit
Birding and Bingo is a fun combination for the whole family! Test out your Bird ID skills with this game!
Jan
31
11:00a
End Date
Jan
31
7:00p
End Date
Intro to Astro
Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
Join a ranger and volunteers for an introduction to astronomy at our beloved Dark Sky Park.
February 2025
Feb
1
9:00a
End Date
Saturday Honey Creek Guided Walk
Honey Creek State Natural Area
Experience the natural and cultural history of Honey Creek!
Feb
1
9:00a
End Date
Family Stroll
Government Canyon State Natural Area
Start your kids out on the right foot enjoying the outdoors! Join dedicated volunteers on a FUN and easy family-friendly walk.
Feb
1
9:30a
End Date
Name That Tune: Birdsong Edition
Government Canyon State Natural Area
Most avid birders eventually add sound identification to the tool set they use in identifying birds. But bird songs convey more information than just the identity of the singer.
Feb
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.
Feb
1
10:00a
End Date
Feb
1
10:00a
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.
Feb
1
10:00a
End Date
Angler Education Instructor Training Workshop - Lockhart
Lockhart State Park
Become a TPWD Certified Angler Education Instructor
Feb
1
10:00a
End Date
Nature Center Hours
Stephen F. Austin State Park
Explore Our Exhibits, Engage in Hands-On Activities, Ask Questions!
Feb
1
1:30p
End Date
RESCHEDULED: Iron Riders Biking Workshop
Lockhart State Park
**Update: This workshop has been rescheduled to 2/8/25. Sorry for the inconvenience!**
Join us for a biking adventure on park trails! Registration required.
Feb
1
2:00p
End Date
Hiking Through History
Pedernales Falls State Park
Join us on a hike through time, starting in modern history and hiking down to 300-million-year old fossils!
Feb
1
2:00p
End Date
Feb
1
2:00p
End Date
Feb
1
2:00p
End Date
Intro to Orienteering
Lockhart State Park
Learn how to navigate like a pirate and hunt for hidden booty! ARRR!
Feb
1
6:00p
End Date
Star Party
Pedernales Falls State Park
Join the Austin Astronomical Society in viewing the night sky!
Feb
2
9:00a
End Date
Sunday Honey Creek Guided Walk
Honey Creek State Natural Area
Experience the natural and cultural history of Honey Creek!
Feb
2
10:00a
End Date
Feb
2
10:00a
End Date
Nature Center Hours
Stephen F. Austin State Park
Explore Our Exhibits, Engage in Hands-On Activities, Ask Questions!
Feb
2
11:00a
End Date
Enchanting Rocks
Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
Join a ranger at the Gazebo to explore the rocks and minerals that make our magical natural area so ENCHANTING!
Feb
4
10:00a
End Date
Homeschool Class: Your Watershed
Lockhart State Park
Experience Lockhart State Park as an outdoor classroom in this program for school-age kids! Registration required.
Feb
5
10:00a
End Date
Homeschool Class: Your Watershed
Lockhart State Park
Experience Lockhart State Park as an outdoor classroom in this program for school-age kids! Registration required.
Feb
5
2:00p
End Date
Homeschool Class: Your Watershed
Lockhart State Park
Experience Lockhart State Park as an outdoor classroom in this program for school-age kids! Registration required.
Feb
6
10:00a
End Date
Homeschool Class: Your Watershed
Lockhart State Park
Experience Lockhart State Park as an outdoor classroom in this program for school-age kids! Registration required.
Feb
7
6:30p
End Date
Creatures of the Night Hike
Lockhart State Park
Join us for a night hike to discover the critters that come out when the sun goes down!
Feb
8
8:30a
End Date
Feb
8
9:00a
End Date
Saturday Honey Creek Guided Walk
Honey Creek State Natural Area
Experience the natural and cultural history of Honey Creek!
Feb
8
9:00a
End Date
Bug Safari
McKinney Falls State Park
Join us to learn about the bugs that call McKinney Falls State Park home!
Feb
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.
Feb
8
10:00a
End Date
Atlatl
South Llano River State Park
Join a ranger and practice your ancient hunter and gather skills.
Feb
8
10:00a
End Date
Smokehouse Secrets
Lyndon B. Johnson State Park & Historic Site
Discover how to preserve meat before refrigeration.
Feb
8
10:00a
End Date
Hunters and Gatherers
Pedernales Falls State Park
Will you be able to survive living in a prehistoric Texas?
Feb
8
10:00a
End Date
Nature Center Hours
Stephen F. Austin State Park
Explore Our Exhibits, Engage in Hands-On Activities, Ask Questions!
Feb
8
12:00p
End Date
Prehistoric Hunting - The Atlatl
Pedernales Falls State Park
How well can you use prehistoric technology to survive?
Feb
8
12:30p
End Date
Second Saturdays with Steve: The Cholera Outbreak that Shaped Texas History
Stephen F. Austin State Park
Step back in time for Second Saturdays with Steve (Stephen F. Austin) and uncover the gripping story of the Cholera outbreak that struck Texas in 1833-1834.
Feb
8
1:30p
End Date
Iron Riders Biking Workshop
Lockhart State Park
Join us for a biking adventure on park trails! Registration required.
Feb
8
1:30p
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.
Feb
8
2:00p
End Date
Watercolor on the River: Valentine's Day Greeting Cards
Blanco State Park
Be inspired by the beauty of the Blanco River.
Feb
8
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!
Feb
8
2:00p
End Date
Feb
8
2:00p
End Date
Feb
8
6:30p
End Date
Star Party with the San Antonio Astronomical Association
Guadalupe River State Park
Join us for stargazing and planet watching!
Feb
8
6:30p
End Date
Feb
8
6:30p
End Date
Campfire Chat
Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
Sit around the campfire with a ranger or park volunteer and enjoy some wildlife stories!
Feb
9
9:00a
End Date
Sunday Honey Creek Guided Walk
Honey Creek State Natural Area
Experience the natural and cultural history of Honey Creek!
Feb
9
10:00a
End Date
Mysterious Mushroom Hike
Lockhart State Park
Join us on a hunt for one of the rarest fungi in Texas, the Texas Star Mushroom!
Feb
9
10:00a
End Date
Nature Center Hours
Stephen F. Austin State Park
Explore Our Exhibits, Engage in Hands-On Activities, Ask Questions!
Feb
9
10:30a
End Date
Wing Walks
Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
Join a ranger or volunteer for an introductory birdwatching walk in the shade.
Feb
10
10:00a
End Date
Guided Hike at New 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.
Feb
10
4:30p
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
11
10:00a
End Date
Preschool in the Park: Weather
Lockhart State Park
Come explore, create, and sing with us as we learn about our amazing environment!
Feb
12
10:00a
End Date
Homeschool Program at Blanco State Park
Blanco State Park
Join us for a homeschool program in the park!
Feb
13
10:30a
End Date
Reading Ranger at the Blanco Public Library
Blanco State Park
Join a ranger for Storytime at the Blanco Library!
Feb
14
11:00a
End Date
Feb
14
2:00p
End Date
Feb
14
6:30p
End Date
Feb
15
9:00a
End Date
Saturday Honey Creek Guided Walk
Honey Creek State Natural Area
Experience the natural and cultural history of Honey Creek!
Feb
15
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.
Feb
15
9:00a
End Date
Skins, Skulls, Scales and Scat
Pedernales Falls State Park
What can we learn about wildlife from what they leave behind?
Feb
15
9:30a
End Date
Poetry Hike
Government Canyon State Natural Area
Spend a morning reading and composing poetry on this special hike. We’ll be hiking about 1.25 miles on the Discovery Trail, stopping and writing along the way.
Feb
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.
Feb
15
10:00a
End Date
Feb
15
10:00a
End Date
Nature Center Hours
Stephen F. Austin State Park
Explore Our Exhibits, Engage in Hands-On Activities, Ask Questions!
Feb
15
11:00a
End Date
Hunters and Gatherers
Pedernales Falls State Park
Will you be able to survive living in a prehistoric Texas?
Feb
15
11:00a
End Date
Nature Talks: Eclectic Nature
Stephen F. Austin State Park
Join Honorary Ranger Armadillo Jack for an exciting presentation about the diverse and eclectic nature that can be found both within and outside of Stephen F. Austin State Park.
Feb
15
2:00p
End Date
Feb
15
2:00p
End Date
Hidden Treasures Scavenger Hunt
Pedernales Falls State Park
Join millions of others in the largest game of scavenger hunt!
Feb
15
2:00p
End Date
Feb
15
6:30p
End Date
Full Moon Night Hike
Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
Join a ranger for an exploration of our most popular trail under the light of the moon!
Feb
16
9:00a
End Date
Sunday Honey Creek Guided Walk
Honey Creek State Natural Area
Experience the natural and cultural history of Honey Creek!
Feb
16
10:00a
End Date
Hiking Through History
Pedernales Falls State Park
Join us on a hike through time, starting in modern history and hiking down to 300-million-year old fossils!
Feb
16
10:00a
End Date
Nature Center Hours
Stephen F. Austin State Park
Explore Our Exhibits, Engage in Hands-On Activities, Ask Questions!
Feb
16
2:00p
End Date
Prehistoric Hunting - The Atlatl
Pedernales Falls State Park
How well can you use ancient technology to survive?
Feb
17
10:00a
End Date
Skins, Skulls, Scales and Scat
Pedernales Falls State Park
What can we learn about wildlife from what they leave behind?
Feb
17
12:00p
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!
Feb
19
2:00p
End Date
Campfire 101: Making Camping S’more Fun
Lockhart State Park
Join us for a fire-building demonstration!
Feb
20
6:00p
End Date
Souper Supper Potluck
Bastrop State Park
Everyone is welcome to come out to the Friends of the Lost Pines Souper Supper Potluck event!
Feb
22
9:00a
End Date
Saturday Honey Creek Guided Walk
Honey Creek State Natural Area
Experience the natural and cultural history of Honey Creek!
Feb
22
9:00a
End Date
Feb
22
9:00a
End Date
Bird Walk
Lockhart State Park
How many birds can we find and identify around Lockhart State Park? Take a walk with a ranger to find out! All ages and experience levels welcome.
Feb
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.
Feb
22
10:00a
End Date
Nature Center Hours
Stephen F. Austin State Park
Explore Our Exhibits, Engage in Hands-On Activities, Ask Questions!
Feb
22
10:00a
End Date
Nature Journaling
Stephen F. Austin State Park
Unlock your creativity and connect with the natural world in a whole new way!
Feb
22
12:00p
End Date
Water Quality Community Scientist Training
Lockhart State Park
Become a citizen scientist! Registration required.
Feb
22
1:00p
End Date
Feb
22
2:00p
End Date
Nature Journaling
Government Canyon State Natural Area
Slow down and deepen your experience of the natural world with mindful observations.
Feb
22
2:00p
End Date
Skins and Skulls!
South Llano River State Park
Check out animal skins and furs found in the Hill Country.
Feb
22
2:00p
End Date
Feb
22
6:30p
End Date
Feb
22
7:00p
End Date
Feb
23
9:00a
End Date
Sunday Honey Creek Guided Walk
Honey Creek State Natural Area
Experience the natural and cultural history of Honey Creek!
Feb
23
10:00a
End Date
Feb
23
10:00a
End Date
Nature Center Hours
Stephen F. Austin State Park
Explore Our Exhibits, Engage in Hands-On Activities, Ask Questions!
Feb
23
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.
Feb
27
10:00a
End Date
Guided Hike at New 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.
Feb
27
2:00p
End Date
Ancient Spear Throwing
Lockhart State Park
Join us to learn the basics of prehistoric hunting with an atlatl!
Feb
27
7:15p
End Date
Feb
28
6:30p
End Date
February Mini Star Party
Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
Bring your telescope or binoculars and join us for a night of star viewing at Enchanted Rock!
March 2025
Mar
1
6:00a
End Date
San Felipe Shootout
Stephen F. Austin State Park
Challenge yourself at the San Felipe Shootout! Conquer the 5k, 10k, or Half Marathon – or take on all three for The Triple Challenge – at Stephen F Austin State Park.
Mar
1
8:00a
End Date
Intro to Hiking for Women
Government Canyon State Natural Area
Want to spend more time in the beautiful Texas Hill Country, but unsure how to begin? Hiking is a wonderful way to immerse yourself in the outdoors and provides a great source of relaxation and physical fitness.
Mar
1
9:00a
End Date
Saturday Honey Creek Guided Walk
Honey Creek State Natural Area
Experience the natural and cultural history of Honey Creek!
Mar
1
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.
Mar
1
9:30a
End Date
Bastrop State Park | One Night Event | Texas Outdoor Family | Austin Area (Registration Open)
Bastrop State Park
Join us for a fun-filled weekend and discover the joys of camping in your Texas State Parks.
Mar
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.
Mar
1
1:30p
End Date
Hiking Through History
Pedernales Falls State Park
Join us on a hike through time, starting in modern history and hiking down to 300-million-year old fossils!
Mar
2
9:00a
End Date
Sunday Honey Creek Guided Walk
Honey Creek State Natural Area
Experience the natural and cultural history of Honey Creek!
Mar
2
10:30a
End Date
Wing Walks
Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
Join a ranger or volunteer for an introductory birdwatching walk in the shade.
Mar
2
2:00p
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!
Mar
4
10:00a
End Date
Homeschool Class: Fish
Lockhart State Park
Experience Lockhart State Park as an outdoor classroom in this program for school-age kids! Registration required.
Mar
5
10:00a
End Date
Homeschool Class: Fish
Lockhart State Park
Experience Lockhart State Park as an outdoor classroom in this program for school-age kids! Registration required.
Mar
5
2:00p
End Date
Homeschool Class: Fish
Lockhart State Park
Experience Lockhart State Park as an outdoor classroom in this program for school-age kids! Registration required.
Mar
6
9:00a
End Date
Mar
6
10:00a
End Date
Homeschool Class: Fish
Lockhart State Park
Experience Lockhart State Park as an outdoor classroom in this program for school-age kids! Registration required.
Mar
8
9:00a
End Date
Saturday Honey Creek Guided Walk
Honey Creek State Natural Area
Experience the natural and cultural history of Honey Creek!
Mar
8
9:00a
End Date
Birding Festival
Choke Canyon State Park - Calliham Unit
Enjoy a day of bird themed family-friendly outdoor and indoor activities... including a live bird show!
Mar
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.
Mar
8
12:00p
End Date
Prehistoric Hunting - The Atlatl
Pedernales Falls State Park
How well can you use ancient technology to survive?
Mar
8
2:00p
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!
Mar
8
6:30p
End Date
Star Party with the San Antonio Astronomical Association
Guadalupe River State Park
Join us for stargazing and planet watching!
Mar
8
6:30p
End Date
Campfire Chat
Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
Sit around the campfire with a ranger or park volunteer and enjoy some wildlife stories!
Mar
8
6:30p
End Date
Observe the Moon
Pedernales Falls State Park
Lets take a close look at the brightest object in the night sky!
Mar
9
9:00a
End Date
Sunday Honey Creek Guided Walk
Honey Creek State Natural Area
Experience the natural and cultural history of Honey Creek!
Mar
9
11:00a
End Date
Scenic Overlook Dog Hike
Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
Bring your favorite furry hiking companion on our pet friendly Loop Trail for this 2.0-mile round trip hike out to our scenic overlook!
Mar
10
4:30p
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
11
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.
Mar
11
10:30a
End Date
Prehistoric Hunting - The Atlatl
Pedernales Falls State Park
How well can you use ancient technology to survive?
Mar
12
10:00a
End Date
Homeschool Program at Blanco State Park
Blanco State Park
Join us for a homeschool program in the park!
Mar
12
11:00a
End Date
Mar
13
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.
Mar
13
7:00p
End Date
Campfire Chat
Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
Sit around the fire with rangers and volunteers for stories, science, and stars!
Mar
14
11:00a
End Date
Mar
15
9:00a
End Date
Mar
15
9:00a
End Date
Saturday Honey Creek Guided Walk
Honey Creek State Natural Area
Experience the natural and cultural history of Honey Creek!
Mar
15
9:00a
End Date
Grit and Grace: Women's History Hike
Government Canyon State Natural Area
Celebrate Women’s History Month with a guided hike at Government Canyon.
Mar
15
9:30a
End Date
Name That Tune: Birdsong Edition
Government Canyon State Natural Area
Most avid birders eventually add sound identification to the tool set they use in identifying birds. But bird songs convey more information than just the identity of the singer.
Mar
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.
Mar
15
10:00a
End Date
Monarch and Friends Pollinator Fiesta
Guadalupe River State Park
Join us as we celebrate monarchs and all pollinators!
Mar
15
2:00p
End Date
Skins, Skulls, Scales and Scat
Pedernales Falls State Park
What can we learn about wildlife from what they leave behind?
Mar
16
9:00a
End Date
Sunday Honey Creek Guided Walk
Honey Creek State Natural Area
Experience the natural and cultural history of Honey Creek!
Mar
16
10:30a
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!
Mar
17
11:00a
End Date
Enchanting Rocks
Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
Stop by the gazebo for a quick lesson on the geology of 'The Rock', with rock and mineral samples, maps, and more!
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!
Mar
22
8:00a
End Date
Growing Up WILD Workshop - San Antonio
San Antonio, TX - Urban Ecology Center - Phil Hardberger Park
Professional development for anyone who works with young children including early childcare professionals, teachers, homeschool parents, and more.
Mar
22
9:00a
End Date
Saturday Honey Creek Guided Walk
Honey Creek State Natural Area
Experience the natural and cultural history of Honey Creek!
Mar
22
9:00a
End Date
Nature Journaling
Government Canyon State Natural Area
Slow down and deepen your experience of the natural world with mindful observations.
Mar
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.
Mar
22
8:00p
End Date
Cycles of the Earth & Sky Night Hike
Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
Experience the nocturnal side of Enchanted Rock with our nighttime guided hike to the summit.
Mar
23
9:00a
End Date
Sunday Honey Creek Guided Walk
Honey Creek State Natural Area
Experience the natural and cultural history of Honey Creek!
Mar
23
9:00a
End Date
Spring Has Sprung!
Government Canyon State Natural Area
Learn to identify local wildflowers as we search for early bloomers and coming attractions.
Mar
23
11:00a
End Date
Scenic Overlook Dog Hike
Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
Bring your favorite furry hiking companion on our pet friendly Loop Trail for this 2.0-mile round trip hike out to our scenic overlook!
Mar
23
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.
Mar
24
1:00p
End Date
Guided Hike at New 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.
Mar
29
9:00a
End Date
Saturday Honey Creek Guided Walk
Honey Creek State Natural Area
Experience the natural and cultural history of Honey Creek!
Mar
29
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.
Mar
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.
Mar
29
8:00p
End Date
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.
Mar
30
10:30a
End Date
Sunday Morning Wildflower Wander
Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
What's blooming at Enchanted Rock this spring? Take a stroll by the creek with Ranger Hannah and find out!
Mar
31
8:45p
End Date
April 2025
Apr
3
9:00a
End Date
Apr
3
10:00a
End Date
Guided Hike at New 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.
Apr
4
11:00a
End Date
Apr
4
6:30p
End Date
Garner State Park | Two Night Event | Texas Outdoor Family | Austin Area (Registration Open)
Garner State Park
Join us for a fun-filled weekend and discover the joys of camping in your Texas State Parks.
Apr
5
7:30a
End Date
Warbler Walk
Government Canyon State Natural Area
Did you know EVERY Golden-cheeked Warbler born on Planet Earth is a Native Texan?? It’s true! Learn about these federally-listed endangered songbirds who come to Government Canyon every Spring to nest, mate and start their families here in the Texas Hill Country.
Apr
5
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
Apr
5
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.
Apr
6
10:30a
End Date
Sunday Morning Wildflower Wander
Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
What's blooming at Enchanted Rock this spring? Take a stroll by the creek with Ranger Hannah and find out!
Apr
8
10:00a
End Date
Homeschool Class: Stream Study
Lockhart State Park
Experience Lockhart State Park as an outdoor classroom in this program for school-age kids! Registration required.
Apr
9
10:00a
End Date
Homeschool Class: Stream Study
Lockhart State Park
Experience Lockhart State Park as an outdoor classroom in this program for school-age kids! Registration required.
Apr
9
10:00a
End Date
Homeschool Program at Blanco State Park
Blanco State Park
Join us for a homeschool program in the park!
Apr
9
2:00p
End Date
Homeschool Class: Stream Study
Lockhart State Park
Experience Lockhart State Park as an outdoor classroom in this program for school-age kids! Registration required.
Apr
10
10:00a
End Date
Homeschool Class: Stream Study
Lockhart State Park
Experience Lockhart State Park as an outdoor classroom in this program for school-age kids! Registration required.
Apr
12
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.
Apr
12
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.
Apr
12
10:00a
End Date
3rd Annual Fun For All
Inks Lake State Park
Join us for a fun-filled and all-inclusive day with a variety of programs modified for accessibility needs.
Apr
12
8:15p
End Date
Full Moon Night Hike
Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
Join a ranger for an exploration of our most popular trail under the light of the moon!
Apr
13
9:00a
End Date
Wildflower Walk
Government Canyon State Natural Area
Take a hike in search of spring's best colors. Learn to identify local wildflowers, and take photos if you wish.
Apr
13
10:30a
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!
Apr
14
4:30p
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
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!
Apr
18
8:00p
End Date
Sounds of the Night
Government Canyon State Natural Area
Sssshhhh...did you hear that? What was that noise?
Apr
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.
Apr
19
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.
Apr
25
11:00a
End Date
Apr
26
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.
Apr
26
1:00p
End Date
iNaturalist Nature Walk
Government Canyon State Natural Area
Collect scientific observations to document biodiversity for the 2025 City Nature Challenge. Help San Antonio-area naturalists defend our title!
Apr
26
7:00p
End Date
City Nature Challenge Bioblitz & Blacklight Event
Government Canyon State Natural Area
Join Jane Weeden, City Nature Challenge Bexar County Coordinator, and her volunteer team on a stroll in the canyon followed by an insect blacklighting event.
Apr
27
10:30a
End Date
Sunday Morning Wildflower Wander
Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
What's blooming at Enchanted Rock this spring? Take a stroll by the creek with Ranger Hannah and find out!
Apr
27
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.
May 2025
May
1
9:00a
End Date
May
1
9:00p
End Date
May
2
6:30p
End Date
Inks Lake State Park | Two Night Event | Texas Outdoor Family | Austin Area (Registration Open)
Inks Lake State Park
Join us for a fun-filled weekend and discover the joys of camping in your Texas State Parks.
May
3
9:00a
End Date
Family Stroll
Government Canyon State Natural Area
Start your kids out on the right foot enjoying the outdoors! Join dedicated volunteers on a FUN and easy family-friendly walk.
May
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.
May
4
10:30a
End Date
Sunday Morning Wildflower Wander
Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
What's blooming at Enchanted Rock this spring? Take a stroll by the creek with Ranger Hannah and find out!
May
11
8:30a
End Date
Mother's Day Wildflower Walk
Government Canyon State Natural Area
Spend Mother's Day with Mother Nature and learn to identify local wildflowers.
May
11
10:30a
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!
May
12
4:30p
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
14
10:00a
End Date
Homeschool Program at Blanco State Park
Blanco State Park
Join us for a homeschool program in the park!
May
16
6:30p
End Date
Blanco State Park | Two 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.
May
17
10:00a
End Date
Edible and Medicinal Plants Walk
Stephen F. Austin State Park
Join us for a guided walk-through Stephen F. Austin State Park to discover edible and medicinal plants.
May
17
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.
May
17
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.
May
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.
May
29
9:15p
End Date
May
31
7:30a
End Date
Painted Bunting Walk
Government Canyon State Natural Area
Search for one of the most colorful birds in Texas at Government Canyon.
June 2025
Jun
7
8:00a
End Date
Intro to Hiking for Women
Government Canyon State Natural Area
Want to spend more time in the beautiful Texas Hill Country, but unsure how to begin? Come learn about hiking and Celebrate National Trails Day at a women’s beginners hiking clinic.
Jun
7
9:30a
End Date
Palmetto State Park | One Night Event | Texas Outdoor Family | Austin Area (Registration Open)
Palmetto State Park
Join us for a fun-filled weekend and discover the joys of camping in your Texas State Parks.
Jun
8
10:30a
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!
Jun
9
4:30p
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!
Jun
14
6:00p
End Date
Sunset History Hike
Government Canyon State Natural Area
Join us on a trip back in time to the historic Kallison Ranch complex.
Jun
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!
Jun
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.
Jun
21
9:30a
End Date
Guadalupe River State Park | One Night Event | Texas Outdoor Family | Austin Area (Registration Coming Soon)
Guadalupe River State Park
Join us for a fun-filled weekend and discover the joys of camping in your Texas State Parks.
July 2025
Jul
3
10:00a
End Date
Guided Hike at New 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.
Jul
5
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
Jul
14
4:30p
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!
Jul
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!
August 2025
Aug
11
4:30p
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!
Aug
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.
Aug
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!
September 2025
Sep
8
4:30p
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!
Sep
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!
October 2025
Oct
13
4:30p
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!
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
18
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 2025
Nov
10
4:30p
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
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!
December 2025
Dec
8
4:30p
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
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
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.
January 2026
Jan
12
4:30p
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
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!
February 2026
Feb
9
4:30p
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!
March 2026
Mar
9
4:30p
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!
April 2026
Apr
13
4:30p
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 2026
May
11
4:30p
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!