Calendar of Events

San Antonio Events

Events in and around San Antonio.

September 2024

Sep 17
10:00a
End Date

Preschool in the Park: Our Solar System

Lockhart State Park
Come explore, create, and sing with us as we learn about our amazing environment!
Sep 17
7:30p
End Date

Super Harvest Moon Viewing Party

Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
Bring your telescope and binoculars and join us for an evening of moon viewing!
Sep 18
10:00a
End Date

Homeschool Classes in the Park

Guadalupe River State Park
Experience Guadalupe River State Park as an outdoor classroom in this program for school-age kids!
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 19
10:00a
End Date

Scenic Overlook Nature Walk

Guadalupe River State Park
Join us on the first three Thursdays of the month for an easy nature walk with a beautiful view!
Sep 19
10:00a
End Date

Native Plants Hike

Lockhart State Park
Hike with a Ranger to discover our favorite plants!
Sep 19
10:00a
End Date

Homeschool Classes in the Park

Guadalupe River State Park
Experience Guadalupe River State Park as an outdoor classroom in this program for school-age kids!
Sep 20
10:00a
End Date

Homeschool Classes in the Park

Guadalupe River State Park
Experience Guadalupe River State Park as an outdoor classroom in this program for school-age kids!
Sep 20
1:00p
End Date

Make Your Own Animal Print!

Choke Canyon State Park - Calliham Unit
Use Plaster of Paris to make and take your animal footprint of choice!
Sep 21
8:30a
End Date

Saturday Honey Creek Guided Walk

Honey Creek State Natural Area
Experience the natural and cultural history of Honey Creek!
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
9:00a
End Date

History of Piñatas

Goliad State Park & Historic Site
Now a common party activity, piñatas weren't always just fun and games! Come learn the fascinating history of piñatas and their link to Spanish missions.
Sep 21
9:00a
End Date

National Clean-up Day - River Clean-up

Pedernales Falls State Park
Join us in cleaning up our precious natural water ways.
Sep 21
9:30a
End Date

Bison Head to Toe

Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
Join a Master Naturalist for an overview of the many ways Indigenous tribes use all parts of the once-plentiful American bison.
Sep 21
10:00a
End Date

Kids Compass Class

Lake Corpus Christi State Park
Learn how to find the way.
Sep 21
10:00a
End Date

Hunter Education Course

Lockhart State Park
Class costs $15. Registration required.
Sep 21
10:00a
End Date

Devil's Waterhole Guided Paddle (Registration Only)

Inks Lake State Park
Learn kayaking basics then follow a Park Ranger or volunteer on a Guided Paddle to Devil's Waterhole!
Sep 21
10:00a
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.
Sep 21
10:00a
End Date

Drawing 101: Art in the Park Conservation Series

Choke Canyon State Park - Calliham Unit
Come relax, unwind and record your time at Choke Canyon State Park with a piece of art!
Sep 21
10:00a
End Date

Scat and Tracks

South Llano River State Park
Come discover what animals leave behind!
Sep 21
12:00p
End Date

Nature Center

Stephen F. Austin State Park
Explore our exhibits, engage in hands-on activities, ask questions!
Sep 21
1:00p
End Date

Ancient Spear Throwing

Lockhart State Park
Join us to learn the basics of prehistoric hunting with an atlatl!
Sep 21
1:00p
End Date

Intro to Archery

Choke Canyon State Park - Calliham Unit
Come shoot some arrows!
Sep 21
2:00p
End Date

Nature Craft-ivities-Spiderweb Masterpieces

Inks Lake State Park
Come learn about a nature topic followed by an arts and crafts project!
Sep 21
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!
Sep 21
2:00p
End Date

Watercolor Wonders

Lake Corpus Christi State Park
Enjoy the outdoors by painting it!
Sep 21
2:00p
End Date

Watercolor

South Llano River State Park
Join a ranger and enjoy some watercolors.
Sep 21
2:00p
End Date

Lotería y Pan Dulce- *TIME HAS CHANGED*

Guadalupe River State Park
Come play nature lotería and enjoyed some pan dulce!
Sep 21
2:00p
End Date

All Things Birds

Garner State Park
Learn some facts about birds with a ranger, then learn how to use binoculars to find birds at the Pavillion.
Sep 21
2:30p
End Date

Papel Picado

Lockhart State Park
Create your own dazzling papel picado as you learn the history of this traditional decoration!
Sep 21
3:00p
End Date

Mysteries of the Night: An Owl Exploration

Stephen F. Austin State Park
Unlock the secrets of the night and discover why owls reign supreme under the starry sky!
Sep 21
3:30p
End Date

Skins, Skulls, Scales and Scat

Pedernales Falls State Park
What can we learn about wildlife from what they leave behind?
Sep 21
7:30p
End Date

September Inks Lake Star Party!

Inks Lake State Park
Join the Austin Astronomical Society and use their equipment for some amazing stargazing!
Sep 22
8:30a
End Date

Sunday Honey Creek Guided Walk

Honey Creek State Natural Area
Experience the natural and cultural history of Honey Creek!
Sep 22
8:30a
End Date

Pupper Falls! Walk for Paws & Nature

McKinney Falls State Park
Experience the connection with nature in our local state park while giving shelter dogs a much-needed outing!
Sep 22
9:00a
End Date

Guided Bird Walk at Honey Creek Ranch *Registration Required*

Honey Creek State Natural Area
Join us this fall for a special opportunity to explore Honey Creek Ranch with State Natural Area Superintendent, Gilbert, as your guide!
Sep 22
10:00a
End Date

Intro to Fly Fishing

Lockhart State Park
Learn the basics of fly fishing in this fun class!
Sep 22
10:00a
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.
Sep 22
10:00a
End Date

Skins, Skulls, Scales and Scat

Pedernales Falls State Park
What can we learn about wildlife from what they leave behind?
Sep 22
11:00a
End Date

Fall Equinox Guided Hike

McKinney Falls State Park
Come welcome the new season at McKinney Falls and join our Fall Equinox Guided Hike!
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 22
7:00p
End Date

Sunset Hike

Goliad State Park & Historic Site
Celebrate the Fall Equinox by reconnecting with nature at Goliad State Park.
Sep 22
7:00p
End Date

Bird and UV Night Walk with Central Texas Mycological Society

McKinney Falls State Park
Join us for a UV night walk to explore the park to look for glowing birds, night pollinators, glowing plants, fungus, lichens and more.
Sep 25
10:00a
End Date

Rock ID Hike

Lockhart State Park
Ever wondered what types of rocks are common in Central Texas? Join us to find out!
Sep 27
9:00a
End Date

Little Naturalist Preschool Classes

Guadalupe River State Park
Experience Guadalupe River State Park as an outdoor classroom in this program for preschool-age kids!
Sep 27
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!
Sep 27
1:00p
End Date

Make Your Own Animal Print!

Choke Canyon State Park - Calliham Unit
Use Plaster of Paris to make and take your animal footprint of choice!
Sep 27
7:00p
End Date

Plant Survival Trail

Choke Canyon State Park - Calliham Unit
Lost in the woods? Come learn what plants you could use to survive in the wild!
Sep 28
8:00a
End Date

Veteran Suicide Awareness Ruck March

McKinney Falls State Park
Join us as McKinney Falls State Park hosts the 2nd Annual Veteran Suicide Awareness Ruck on September 28, 2024.
Sep 28
8:30a
End Date

Saturday Honey Creek Guided Walk

Honey Creek State Natural Area
Experience the natural and cultural history of Honey Creek!
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 28
9:00a
End Date

Fishing with a Ranger

Pedernales Falls State Park
Good ole fishing down at the river.
Sep 28
9:00a
End Date

Veterans Suicide Awareness Ruck Hike

September is National Suicide Prevention Month, and Garner State Park will be hosting a ruck hike to shed light on this issue, which affects many veterans and their loved ones. The Veteran Suicide Awareness Ruck Hike covers 4 miles across the park to the top of Old Baldy.
Sep 28
9:00a
End Date

Fishing with a Ranger

Guadalupe River State Park
Come celebrate Hunting and Fishing Day with us!
Sep 28
9:00a
End Date

Skins and Skulls

Goliad State Park & Historic Site
Get up close and personal with some of the animals of Goliad State Park by looking at, and feeling, their fur, talons, and teeth!
Sep 28
9:30a
End Date

Bison Head to Toe

Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
Join a Master Naturalist for an overview of the many ways Indigenous tribes use all parts of the once-plentiful American bison.
Sep 28
10:00a
End Date

Cotton Craze

Lyndon B. Johnson State Park & Historic Site
Help us handpick the cotton from our small cotton patch.
Sep 28
10:00a
End Date

Inflatable Archery

Stephen F. Austin State Park
Practice shooting a bow and arrow for safe-inflatable archery fun
Sep 28
10:00a
End Date

FREE: Deaf Outdoors Day

Lockhart State Park
Discover your park with ASL interpreters! Registration required.
Sep 28
10:00a
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.
Sep 28
10:00a
End Date

Drawing 101: Art in the Park Conservation Series

Choke Canyon State Park - Calliham Unit
Come relax, unwind and record your time at Choke Canyon State Park with a piece of art!
Sep 28
12:00p
End Date

Nature Center

Stephen F. Austin State Park
Explore our exhibits, engage in hands-on activities, ask questions!
Sep 28
1:00p
End Date

Guided Nature Hike

Inks Lake State Park
Join a park ranger or volunteer on a short but informative hike!
Sep 28
1:00p
End Date

Intro to Archery

Choke Canyon State Park - Calliham Unit
Come shoot some arrows!
Sep 28
2:00p
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!
Sep 28
2:00p
End Date

Prehistoric Hunting - The Atlatl

Pedernales Falls State Park
How well can you use ancient technology to survive?
Sep 28
2:00p
End Date

All Things Birds

Garner State Park
Learn some facts about birds with a ranger, then learn how to use binoculars to find birds at the Pavillion.
Sep 28
2:30p
End Date

Geocaching 101

Lockhart State Park
Join us for a high-tech treasure hunt!
Sep 28
3:00p
End Date

Mysteries of the Night: An Owl Exploration

Stephen F. Austin State Park
Unlock the secrets of the night and discover why owls reign supreme under the starry sky!
Sep 28
7:15p
End Date

Night Hike

Lockhart State Park
Explore the park after dark!
Sep 28
7:30p
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!
Sep 29
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!
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

Art in the Park

Goliad State Park & Historic Site
Embrace your creative side by making Fall themed crafts on the grounds of Mission Espiritu Santo.
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.
Sep 29
10:00a
End Date

Archery in the Park

Guadalupe River State Park
Learn how to shoot a bow and arrow!
Sep 29
10:00a
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.
Sep 29
10:00a
End Date

Veteran Suicide Awareness Ruck Hike

Inks Lake State Park
Join us on an easy ruck or hike as we partner with Burnet VFW Post 6974 to raise awareness for a good cause.

October 2024

Oct 3
10:00a
End Date

Scenic Overlook Nature Walk

Guadalupe River State Park
Join us on the first three Thursdays of the month for an easy nature walk with a beautiful view!
Oct 3
10:00a
End Date

Winter Garden Program

Lyndon B. Johnson State Park & Historic Site
Oct 4
5:00p
End Date

Arts in the Park

Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
Join a ranger for a brief discussion of how art connects us to nature, and craft a memento of Enchanted Rock to take home with you!
Oct 4
7:15p
End Date

Sounds of the Night

Guadalupe River State Park
Learn how to identify common animals by the sounds they make at night.
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

Saturday Honey Creek Guided Walk

Honey Creek State Natural Area
Experience the natural and cultural history of Honey Creek!
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 5
8:30a
End Date

Golf for Beginners 2

Lockhart State Park
Take another swing at golf! Registration required.
Oct 5
9:00a
End Date

Bug Safari

McKinney Falls State Park
Join us to learn about the bugs that call McKinney Falls State Park home!
Oct 5
9:30a
End Date

Guided Summit Hike

Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
Join a ranger or volunteer for a morning guided hike to the top of Enchanted Rock.
Oct 5
10:00a
End Date

Go Native, Go Wild

Buescher State Park
Wildscaping is coming to a yard near you!
Oct 5
10:00a
End Date

Bug-Eat-Bug Hike

Lockhart State Park
Explore the world of tiny predators and tiny prey; how they see and how they slay.
Oct 5
10:00a
End Date

Storytime and Scavenger Hunt: Butterflies

Guadalupe River State Park
Join us for storytime and then embark on a guided walk to complete a pollinator-themed scavenger hunt!
Oct 5
11:00a
End Date

Skins, Skulls, Scales, & Tails

Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
Stop by our headquarters and learn about some of the common creatures of Enchanted Rock, as well as safety tips on what to do if you encounter them while hiking.
Oct 5
12:00p
End Date

Nature Center Open Hours

Stephen F. Austin State Park
Dive into nature at the Nature Center!
Oct 5
1:00p
End Date

Intro to Archery

Choke Canyon State Park - Calliham Unit
Come shoot some arrows!
Oct 5
1:00p
End Date

Prehistoric Hunting - The Atlatl

Pedernales Falls State Park
How well can you use ancient technology to survive?
Oct 5
3:00p
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!
Oct 5
3:00p
End Date

Mysteries of the Night: An Owl Exploration

Stephen F. Austin State Park
Unlock the secrets of the night and discover why owls reign supreme under the starry sky!
Oct 5
7:30p
End Date

Stories in the Stars

Pedernales Falls State Park
What stories do the stars tell?
Oct 5
8:30p
End Date

Star Party!

South Llano River State Park
Come look through a telescope, find constellations, and more!
Oct 6
8:30a
End Date

Sunday Honey Creek Guided Walk

Honey Creek State Natural Area
Experience the natural and cultural history of Honey Creek!
Oct 6
9:00a
End Date

Wing Walks

Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
Join a ranger or volunteer for an introductory birdwatching walk in the shade.
Oct 6
9:00a
End Date

Guided Bird Walk at Honey Creek Ranch *Registration Required*

Honey Creek State Natural Area
Join us this fall for a special opportunity to explore Honey Creek Ranch with State Natural Area Superintendent, Gilbert, as your guide!
Oct 6
10:00a
End Date

Fishing 101

Lockhart State Park
Join Ranger Chris for an introduction to fishing!
Oct 6
10:30a
End Date

Enchanting Rocks

Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
Stop by our gazebo and learn about the geology, rocks, and minerals that make this park so ENCHANTING!
Oct 6
12:00p
End Date

Nature Center Open Hours

Stephen F. Austin State Park
Dive into nature at the Nature Center!
Oct 8
10:00a
End Date

Homeschool Class: Ecosystems

Lockhart State Park
Experience Lockhart State Park as an outdoor classroom in this program for school-age kids! Registration required.
Oct 9
10:00a
End Date

Homeschool Class: Ecosystems

Lockhart State Park
Experience Lockhart State Park as an outdoor classroom in this program for school-age kids! Registration required.
Oct 9
2:00p
End Date

Homeschool Class: Ecosystems

Lockhart State Park
Experience Lockhart State Park as an outdoor classroom in this program for school-age kids! Registration required.
Oct 10
10:00a
End Date

Scenic Overlook Nature Walk

Guadalupe River State Park
Join us on the first three Thursdays of the month for an easy nature walk with a beautiful view!
Oct 10
10:00a
End Date

Homeschool Class: Ecosystems

Lockhart State Park
Experience Lockhart State Park as an outdoor classroom in this program for school-age kids! Registration required.
Oct 11 End Date

Annual Texas Pollinator BioBlitz with iNaturalist

McKinney Falls State Park
Mark your calendars now and come contribute to community science!
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

Birding Tour

Lake Corpus Christi State Park
Spot some of the over 200 species of birds identified at Lake Corpus Christi State Park!
Oct 11
9:00a
End Date

Little Naturalist Preschool Classes

Guadalupe River State Park
Experience Guadalupe River State Park as an outdoor classroom in this program for preschool-age kids!
Oct 11
7:00p
End Date

Intro to Astro

Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
Join a ranger for an introduction to astronomy at our beloved Dark Sky Park.
Oct 11
7:30p
End Date

Observe the Moon

Pedernales Falls State Park
Lets take a close look at the brightest object in the night sky!
Oct 12
8:30a
End Date

Saturday Honey Creek Guided Walk

Honey Creek State Natural Area
Experience the natural and cultural history of Honey Creek!
Oct 12
8:30a
End Date

Golf for Beginners 4

Lockhart State Park
Join our golf instructor for our most advanced lesson yet! Registration required.
Oct 12
9:00a
End Date

Set in Stone

Pedernales Falls State Park
The Geology of Pedernales Falls
Oct 12
9:30a
End Date

Guided Summit Hike

Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
Join a ranger or volunteer for a morning hike on our most popular trail.
Oct 12
10:00a
End Date

World Migratory Bird Day Tabling

Guadalupe River State Park
Learn about migratory birds!
Oct 12
10:00a
End Date

iNaturalist and Seek for Beginners

Lake Corpus Christi State Park
Learn how to combine technology, nature, and citizen science.
Oct 12
10:00a
End Date

Edible Plants Walk

Lockhart State Park
Join us to explore the wild treats of the woods in this fun hike!
Oct 12
11:00a
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!
Oct 12
11:00a
End Date

Magic Metamorphoses

Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
What do Packsaddle Schist and monarch butterflies have in common? Come find out about the magic of geologic and biologic change with a ranger!
Oct 12
12:30p
End Date

Decorate an Upcycled Bird Feeder

Guadalupe River State Park
Come celebrate World Migratory Bird Day with us!
Oct 12
1:00p
End Date

Intro to Archery

Lockhart State Park
Learn how to shoot like Robin Hood or Katniss Everdeen!
Oct 12
1:00p
End Date

Intro to Archery

Choke Canyon State Park - Calliham Unit
Come shoot some arrows!
Oct 12
2:00p
End Date

Pollinator Friends

Lake Corpus Christi State Park
Bees, bats, birds, oh my! Pssst, we also have crafts....
Oct 12
3:30p
End Date

Ancient Spear Throwing

Lockhart State Park
Join us to learn the basics of prehistoric hunting with an atlatl!
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
6:30p
End Date

Annual Observe the Moon Night

Lyndon B. Johnson State Park & Historic Site
Join the Hill Country Astronomers as we celebrate lunar observation, science, and exploration!
Oct 12
6:30p
End Date

Owl Prowl

Lockhart State Park
Whooo lives in Lockhart State Park?
Oct 13
8:30a
End Date

Sunday Honey Creek Guided Walk

Honey Creek State Natural Area
Experience the natural and cultural history of Honey Creek!
Oct 13
9:00a
End Date

Wing Walks

Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
Join a ranger or volunteer for an introductory birdwatching walk in the shade.
Oct 13
9:00a
End Date

Guided Bird Walk at Honey Creek Ranch *Registration Required*

Honey Creek State Natural Area
Join us this fall for a special opportunity to explore Honey Creek Ranch with State Natural Area Superintendent, Gilbert, as your guide!
Oct 13
12:00p
End Date

Fish Printing Art

Lake Corpus Christi State Park
Make a fishy artwork!
Oct 13
2:00p
End Date

Read, Create, and Explore - Pollinators

Lake Corpus Christi State Park
What is all the buzzzzz about pollinators??
Oct 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!
Oct 15
10:00a
End Date

Preschool in the Park: The Moon

Lockhart State Park
Come explore, create, and sing with us as we learn about our amazing environment!
Oct 16
10:00a
End Date

Homeschool Classes in the Park

Guadalupe River State Park
Experience Guadalupe River State Park as an outdoor classroom in this program for school-age kids!
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 16
2:00p
End Date

Butterfly Hike

Lockhart State Park
Join Ranger Lauren on a hunt for beautiful butterflies!
Oct 17
10:00a
End Date

Scenic Overlook Nature Walk

Guadalupe River State Park
Join us on the first three Thursdays of the month for an easy nature walk with a beautiful view!
Oct 17
10:00a
End Date

Homeschool Classes in the Park

Guadalupe River State Park
Experience Guadalupe River State Park as an outdoor classroom in this program for school-age kids!
Oct 17
5:30p
End Date

Halloweenie Roast

Buescher State Park
Friends of the Lost Pines State Parks presents their annual Halloweenie Roast at the Picnic Pavilion at Buescher State Park!
Oct 18
9:00a
End Date

Wildlife Hike

Pedernales Falls State Park
Join our park ranger in viewing local wildlife in their native habitat!
Oct 18
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!
Oct 18
10:00a
End Date

Homeschool Classes in the Park

Guadalupe River State Park
Experience Guadalupe River State Park as an outdoor classroom in this program for school-age kids!
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
8:30a
End Date

Saturday Honey Creek Guided Walk

Honey Creek State Natural Area
Experience the natural and cultural history of Honey Creek!
Oct 19
9:00a
End Date

Skins, Skulls, Scales and Scat

Pedernales Falls State Park
What can we learn about wildlife from what they leave behind?
Oct 19
9:00a
End Date

The Wonder of Texas' Native Plants

Government Canyon State Natural Area
Take a plant walk to discover the diverse native wildflowers, trees, and shrubs of Bexar County.
Oct 19
9:30a
End Date

Guided Summit Hike

Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
Join a ranger or volunteer for a morning hike on our most popular trail.
Oct 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 19
10:00a
End Date

Bug-Eat-Bug Hike

Lockhart State Park
Explore the world of tiny predators and tiny prey; how they see and how they slay.
Oct 19
11:00a
End Date

Junior Ranger Academy

Pedernales Falls State Park
Earn your Junior Ranger badge!
Oct 19
11:00a
End Date

Majestic Monarchs

Guadalupe River State Park
Come learn all about monarch butterflies and watch a monarch tagging demonstration!
Oct 19
12:00p
End Date

Nature Center Open Hours

Stephen F. Austin State Park
Dive into nature at the Nature Center!
Oct 19
1:00p
End Date

Intro to Archery

Choke Canyon State Park - Calliham Unit
Come shoot some arrows!
Oct 19
1:00p
End Date

FREE: Fall Festival & Native Plant Sale

Lockhart State Park
Join the fun at Lockhart State Park for a celebration of fall, pollinators, and plants! Drop in any time between 1-4pm.
Oct 19
3:00p
End Date

Build-A-Bug Workshop

Lake Corpus Christi State Park
Join the creepy-crawly critter craze!
Oct 19
5:00p
End Date

Junior Ranger Academy

Lake Corpus Christi State Park
Start your journey to becoming a Junior Ranger today!
Oct 19
7:00p
End Date

Night Hike & Stargazing Adventure

Stephen F. Austin State Park
Embrace the beauty of the night sky and explore the wonders of the great outdoors at Stephen F. Austin State Park!
Oct 19
7:00p
End Date

Moth Madness

Lake Corpus Christi State Park
Let's go mothing!
Oct 20
8:30a
End Date

Sunday Honey Creek Guided Walk

Honey Creek State Natural Area
Experience the natural and cultural history of Honey Creek!
Oct 20
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 20
9:00a
End Date

Wing Walks

Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
Join a ranger or volunteer for an introductory birdwatching walk in the shade.
Oct 20
11:00a
End Date

Native Plant Walk

Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
Experience the unique botanical offerings of Enchanted Rock with a ranger or volunteer on this easy hike.
Oct 20
12:00p
End Date

Nature Center Open Hours

Stephen F. Austin State Park
Dive into nature at the Nature Center!
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 Naturalist Preschool Classes

Guadalupe River State Park
Experience Guadalupe River State Park as an outdoor classroom in this program for preschool-age kids!
Oct 25
2:00p
End Date

Texas Pollinator BioBlitz

Garner State Park
Participate in citizen science by observing and tracking pollinators and flowering plants at Garner State Park. A parker Ranger will instruct you how to use the iNaturalist app observe and identify pollinators then guide to the best viewing areas in the park for pollinator viewing.
Oct 25
5:00p
End Date

Little Rangers: Spider Web Wonders

Lake Corpus Christi State Park
Come spin a web with us!
Oct 25
6:30p
End Date

Campfire Cures: Scary Stories & Fears of the Dark

Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
Sit around the campfire with a ranger and shed some light on your fears of the dark.
Oct 25
7:00p
End Date

Halloween Night Hike *Registration Required*

Guadalupe River State Park
Join us for a hauntingly fun night hike through the eerie trails of Guadalupe River State Park!
Oct 25
7:00p
End Date

Decorate a Star Chart

Lake Corpus Christi State Park
Make and decorate your very own map of the night sky!
Oct 25
9:00p
End Date

Tour the Cosmos

Lake Corpus Christi State Park
Stop by and take some time to observe the wonders of the night sky.
Oct 26
8:30a
End Date

Saturday Honey Creek Guided Walk

Honey Creek State Natural Area
Experience the natural and cultural history of Honey Creek!
Oct 26
9:30a
End Date

Guided Summit Hike

Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
Join a ranger or volunteer for a morning hike on our most popular trail.
Oct 26
10:00a
End Date

Gifts from the Trees Hike

Lockhart State Park
Discover the secrets of your backyard trees in this fun walk!
Oct 26
12:00p
End Date

Nature Center Open Hours

Stephen F. Austin State Park
Dive into nature at the Nature Center!
Oct 26
1:00p
End Date

Intro to Archery

Choke Canyon State Park - Calliham Unit
Come shoot some arrows!
Oct 26
1:00p
End Date

Pollinator BioBlitz

Lockhart State Park
Let's see how many different pollinator species we can find at Lockhart State Park!
Oct 26
3:00p
End Date

Decorate a Bird Feeder

Lake Corpus Christi State Park
Birds + Crafts = Happiness
Oct 26
3:00p
End Date

Feeders for the Birds

Lockhart State Park
Let's make bird feeders for our feathered friends!
Oct 26
5:00p
End Date

Watercolor Wonders

Lake Corpus Christi State Park
Enjoy the outdoors by painting it!
Oct 26
6:30p
End Date

Wildlife Trick or Treat

Government Canyon State Natural Area
Take a short, wooded hike to visit a series of trail stations where you'll learn about "spooky" wildlife including scorpions, bats, skunks and more. Bring your trick-or-treat gear!
Oct 26
7:00p
End Date

Cosmic Creepy Crawlies Night Hike

Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
Summon your courage and join us for a spooky Night Hike with spider snuffing, black light scorpion spotting, and stargazing!
Oct 26
7:00p
End Date

Spooky Creatures of the Night Hike

Lockhart State Park
Ever wondered what (or who) goes bump in the night?
Oct 26
7:00p
End Date

Moth Madness

Lake Corpus Christi State Park
Let's go mothing!
Oct 26
8:15p
End Date

Sounds of the Night

Government Canyon State Natural Area
Sssshhhh...did you hear that? What was that noise?
Oct 27
8:30a
End Date

Sunday Honey Creek Guided Walk

Honey Creek State Natural Area
Experience the natural and cultural history of Honey Creek!
Oct 27
8:30a
End Date

Guinea Grass Pull Party (Reservations Required)

Lake Corpus Christi State Park
It's a natural resource conservation party, whoop!
Oct 27
9:00a
End Date

Wing Walks

Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
Join a ranger or volunteer for an introductory birdwatching walk in the shade.
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.
Oct 27
10:00a
End Date

Archery in the Park

Guadalupe River State Park
Learn how to shoot a bow and arrow!
Oct 27
10:00a
End Date

Intro to Fly Fishing

Lockhart State Park
Learn the basics of fly fishing in this fun class!
Oct 27
11:00a
End Date

Skins, Skulls, Scales, & Tails

Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
Stop by our headquarters and learn about some of the common creatures of Enchanted Rock, as well as safety tips on what to do if you encounter them while hiking.
Oct 27
12:00p
End Date

Nature Center Open Hours

Stephen F. Austin State Park
Dive into nature at the Nature Center!
Oct 31
7:45p
End Date

Astronomy with Buddy!

South Llano River State Park
Come by for a quick look at the stars!

November 2024

Nov 1
10:00a
End Date

Coffee with a Ranger

Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
Have questions, will drink coffee.
Nov 2
8:30a
End Date

Saturday Honey Creek Guided Walk

Honey Creek State Natural Area
Experience the natural and cultural history of Honey Creek!
Nov 2
9:00a
End Date

Bug Safari

McKinney Falls State Park
Join us to learn about the bugs that call McKinney Falls State Park home!
Nov 2
9:30a
End Date

Guided Summit Hike

Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
Join a ranger or volunteer for a morning hike on our most popular trail.
Nov 2
10:00a
End Date

Storytime and Craft: Turkeys

Guadalupe River State Park
Join us for storytime and a take-home craft.
Nov 2
10:00a
End Date

Bug-Eat-Bug Hike

Lockhart State Park
Explore the world of tiny predators and tiny prey; how they see and how they slay.
Nov 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 2
6:30p
End Date

Star Party

Join us for a star party and learn about the magic of the skies!
Nov 2
7:30p
End Date

Star Stories

Lockhart State Park
Discover the constellations that decorate our fall sky and listen to the exciting tales that surround them!
Nov 3
8:30a
End Date

Sunday Honey Creek Guided Walk

Honey Creek State Natural Area
Experience the natural and cultural history of Honey Creek!
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 3
9:00a
End Date

Wing Walks

Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
Join a ranger or volunteer for an introductory birdwatching walk in the shade.
Nov 3
9:00a
End Date

Guided Bird Walk at Honey Creek Ranch *Registration Required*

Honey Creek State Natural Area
Join us this fall for a special opportunity to explore Honey Creek Ranch with State Natural Area Superintendent, Gilbert, as your guide!
Nov 3
11:00a
End Date

Magic Metamorphoses

Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
What do Packsaddle Schist and monarch butterflies have in common? Come find out about the magic of geologic and biologic change with a ranger!
Nov 5
10:00a
End Date

Homeschool Class: Mammals

Lockhart State Park
Experience Lockhart State Park as an outdoor classroom in this program for school-age kids! Registration required.
Nov 6
10:00a
End Date

Homeschool Class: Mammals

Lockhart State Park
Experience Lockhart State Park as an outdoor classroom in this program for school-age kids! Registration required.
Nov 6
2:00p
End Date

Homeschool Class: Mammals

Lockhart State Park
Experience Lockhart State Park as an outdoor classroom in this program for school-age kids! Registration required.
Nov 7
10:00a
End Date

Scenic Overlook Nature Walk

Guadalupe River State Park
Join us on the first three Thursdays of the month for an easy nature walk with a beautiful view!
Nov 7
10:00a
End Date

Homeschool Class: Mammals

Lockhart State Park
Experience Lockhart State Park as an outdoor classroom in this program for school-age kids! Registration required.
Nov 8
9:00a
End Date

Little Naturalist Preschool Classes

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
8:30a
End Date

Saturday Honey Creek Guided Walk

Honey Creek State Natural Area
Experience the natural and cultural history of Honey Creek!
Nov 9
9:30a
End Date

Guided Summit Hike

Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
Join a ranger or volunteer for a morning hike on our most popular trail.
Nov 9
10:00a
End Date

Rio! Rio!

Goliad State Park & Historic Site
For centuries people have been settling along the San Antonio River, from native hunters and gatherers to European immigrants. Come see how they lived and changed the surrounding area at this exciting event!
Nov 9
1:00p
End Date

Intro to Archery

Lockhart State Park
Learn how to shoot like Robin Hood or Katniss Everdeen!
Nov 9
3:30p
End Date

Ancient Spear Throwing

Lockhart State Park
Join us to learn the basics of prehistoric hunting with an atlatl!
Nov 9
8:45p
End Date

Star Party with the San Antonio Astronomical Association- 09/14 OFFERING CANCELLED; RESCHEDULED TO 09/21

Guadalupe River State Park
Join us for stargazing and planet watching!
Nov 10
8:30a
End Date

Sunday Honey Creek Guided Walk

Honey Creek State Natural Area
Experience the natural and cultural history of Honey Creek!
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 10
9:00a
End Date

Wing Walks

Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
Join a ranger or volunteer for an introductory birdwatching walk in the shade.
Nov 10
10:30a
End Date

Enchanting Rocks

Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
Stop by our gazebo and learn about the geology, rocks, and minerals that make this park so ENCHANTING!
Nov 11
10:00a
End Date

Fun and Games for Armistice Day

Lyndon B. Johnson State Park & Historic Site
Nov 13
10:00a
End Date

Homeschool Classes in the Park

Guadalupe River State Park
Experience Guadalupe River State Park as an outdoor classroom in this program for school-age kids!
Nov 14
10:00a
End Date

Scenic Overlook Nature Walk

Guadalupe River State Park
Join us on the first three Thursdays of the month for an easy nature walk with a beautiful view!
Nov 14
10:00a
End Date

Homeschool Classes in the Park

Guadalupe River State Park
Experience Guadalupe River State Park as an outdoor classroom in this program for school-age kids!
Nov 15
10:00a
End Date

Coffee with a Ranger

Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
Have questions, will drink coffee.
Nov 15
10:00a
End Date

Homeschool Classes in the Park

Guadalupe River State Park
Experience Guadalupe River State Park as an outdoor classroom in this program for school-age kids!
Nov 16
8:00a
End Date

Prep for the Pro Hab Hike

Government Canyon State Natural Area
Do you want to hike to Government Canyon’s Protected Habitat (Pro Hab)? Are you feeling unsure about taking on such a long hike? Join experienced guides who will lead you on a series of progressively longer hikes to help you prepare for the annual Hike to the Pro Hab.
Nov 16
8:30a
End Date

Saturday Honey Creek Guided Walk

Honey Creek State Natural Area
Experience the natural and cultural history of Honey Creek!
Nov 16
9:00a
End Date

Guided Loop Trail Hike

Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
Join a ranger for a guided hike of our longest trail, the 4.6-mile Loop Trail.
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
10:00a
End Date

Edible Plants Walk

Lockhart State Park
Join us to explore the wild treats of the woods in this fun hike!
Nov 16
11:00a
End Date

Native Plant Walk

Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
Experience the unique botanical offerings of Enchanted Rock with a ranger or volunteer on this easy hike.
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 17
8:30a
End Date

Sunday Honey Creek Guided Walk

Honey Creek State Natural Area
Experience the natural and cultural history of Honey Creek!
Nov 17
9:00a
End Date

Wing Walks

Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
Join a ranger or volunteer for an introductory birdwatching walk in the shade.
Nov 17
10:00a
End Date

Archery in the Park

Guadalupe River State Park
Learn how to shoot a bow and arrow!
Nov 19
10:00a
End Date

Preschool in the Park: Rainbows

Lockhart State Park
Come explore, create, and sing with us as we learn about our amazing environment!
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 21
10:00a
End Date

Scenic Overlook Nature Walk

Guadalupe River State Park
Join us on the first three Thursdays of the month for an easy nature walk with a beautiful view!
Nov 22
9:00a
End Date

Little Naturalist Preschool Classes

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
9:00a
End Date

Chisholm Trail Turkey Trot

Lockhart State Park
Ready, Set….Gobble! Join us for a 1-mile or 5K run/walk to celebrate fall in the 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 23
9:30a
End Date

Guided Summit Hike

Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
Join a ranger or volunteer for a morning hike on our most popular trail.
Nov 23
10:00a
End Date

Hard Labor Hike

Lockhart State Park
Hear the story of the Civilian Conservation Corps and discover their legacy in this engaging hike!
Nov 24
8:30a
End Date

Sunday Honey Creek Guided Walk

Honey Creek State Natural Area
Experience the natural and cultural history of Honey Creek!
Nov 24
9:00a
End Date

Wing Walks

Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
Join a ranger or volunteer for an introductory birdwatching walk in the shade.
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 24
11:00a
End Date

Native Plant Walk

Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
Experience the unique botanical offerings of Enchanted Rock with a ranger or volunteer on this easy hike.
Nov 26
2:00p
End Date

Dutch Oven Friendsgiving

Lake Corpus Christi State Park
Join your friends at Lake Corpus Christi State Park!
Nov 27
2:00p
End Date

Little Rangers: Terrific Turkeys

Lake Corpus Christi State Park
Gobble, gobble!
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 29
10:00a
End Date

Turkey Peak Turkey Trot

Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
Include Enchanted Rock in your Turkey Day weekend plans, and come walk, run, or jog this 3.0-mile trail challenge!
Nov 29
10:30a
End Date

7th Annual Turkey Trot 5K/1-Mile Fun Run

South Llano River State Park
Come earn those Thanksgiving calories!
Nov 29
2:00p
End Date

Opt Outside Hike

Lake Corpus Christi State Park
Head outdoors instead of in stores!
Nov 30
8:30a
End Date

Saturday Honey Creek Guided Walk

Honey Creek State Natural Area
Experience the natural and cultural history of Honey Creek!
Nov 30
9:00a
End Date

Guided Loop Trail Hike

Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
Join a ranger for a guided hike of our longest trail, the 4.6-mile Loop Trail.
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
10:00a
End Date

Deck the Halls

Lyndon B. Johnson State Park & Historic Site
Learn about making Christmas decorations with natural materials.
Nov 30
10:00a
End Date

Bug-Eat-Bug Hike

Lockhart State Park
Explore the world of tiny predators and tiny prey; how they see and how they slay.
Nov 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 1
8:30a
End Date

Sunday Honey Creek Guided Walk

Honey Creek State Natural Area
Experience the natural and cultural history of Honey Creek!
Dec 5
10:00a
End Date

Scenic Overlook Nature Walk

Guadalupe River State Park
Join us on the first three Thursdays of the month for an easy nature walk with a beautiful view!
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 7
8:30a
End Date

Saturday Honey Creek Guided Walk

Honey Creek State Natural Area
Experience the natural and cultural history of Honey Creek!
Dec 7
9:00a
End Date

Bug Safari

McKinney Falls State Park
Join us to learn about the bugs that call McKinney Falls State Park home!
Dec 7
9:30a
End Date

Guided Summit Hike

Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
Join a ranger or volunteer for a morning hike on our most popular trail.
Dec 7
10:00a
End Date

Winter Holiday Traditions

Government Canyon State Natural Area
Celebrate the holidays the old-fashioned way by hand-crafting items families might have made on the historic ranches that became Government Canyon.
Dec 7
10:00a
End Date

Marvelous Mammals Hike

Lockhart State Park
Meet the mammals of Lockhart State Park!
Dec 7
10:00a
End Date

Storytime and Craft: Winter

Guadalupe River State Park
Join us for storytime and a take-home craft.
Dec 7
11:00a
End Date

Enchanting Rocks

Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
Stop by our table at the gazebo and learn about some of the rocks that make our park so.... "Enchanting!"
Dec 7
2:00p
End Date

Christmas at the Ranch

South Llano River State Park
Come enjoy some Christmas Cheer!
Dec 7
7:00p
End Date

Christmas Campfire Story and S'mores

Government Canyon State Natural Area
Bring a blanket and settle in for a festive story read by a ranger, then make s'mores over our campfire.
Dec 8
8:30a
End Date

Sunday Honey Creek Guided Walk

Honey Creek State Natural Area
Experience the natural and cultural history of Honey Creek!
Dec 8
9:00a
End Date

Wing Walks

Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
Join a ranger or volunteer for an introductory birdwatching walk in the shade.
Dec 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!
Dec 10
10:00a
End Date

Homeschool Class: Birds

Lockhart State Park
Experience Lockhart State Park as an outdoor classroom in this program for school-age kids! Registration required.
Dec 11
10:00a
End Date

Homeschool Class: Birds

Lockhart State Park
Experience Lockhart State Park as an outdoor classroom in this program for school-age kids! Registration required.
Dec 11
2:00p
End Date

Homeschool Class: Birds

Lockhart State Park
Experience Lockhart State Park as an outdoor classroom in this program for school-age kids! Registration required.
Dec 12
10:00a
End Date

Scenic Overlook Nature Walk

Guadalupe River State Park
Join us on the first three Thursdays of the month for an easy nature walk with a beautiful view!
Dec 12
10:00a
End Date

Homeschool Class: Birds

Lockhart State Park
Experience Lockhart State Park as an outdoor classroom in this program for school-age kids! Registration required.
Dec 13
9:00a
End Date

Little Naturalist Preschool Classes

Guadalupe River State Park
Experience Guadalupe River State Park as an outdoor classroom in this program for preschool-age kids!
Dec 13
10:00a
End Date

Coffee with a Ranger

Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
Have questions, will drink coffee.
Dec 13
5:30p
End Date

Intro to Astro

Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
Join a ranger for an introduction to astronomy at our beloved Dark Sky Park.
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

Saturday Honey Creek Guided Walk

Honey Creek State Natural Area
Experience the natural and cultural history of Honey Creek!
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 14
9:30a
End Date

Guided Summit Hike

Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
Join a ranger or volunteer for a morning hike on our most popular trail.
Dec 14
4:00p
End Date

Christmas in the Park

Guadalupe River State Park
Join us for a night of holiday magic on Saturday, December 14th as Guadalupe River State Park transforms into a winter wonderland!
Dec 14
6:00p
End Date

Holiday Light Drive-Thru

Lake Corpus Christi State Park
Check out our camper's holiday spirit by taking a drive by lighted campsites and park buildings!
Dec 15
8:30a
End Date

Sunday Honey Creek Guided Walk

Honey Creek State Natural Area
Experience the natural and cultural history of Honey Creek!
Dec 15
9:00a
End Date

Wing Walks

Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
Join a ranger or volunteer for an introductory birdwatching walk in the shade.
Dec 15
5:30p
End Date

55th Annual Tree Lighting

Lyndon B. Johnson State Park & Historic Site
Enjoy this special tradition started 55 years ago by President and Mrs. Johnson.
Dec 17
10:00a
End Date

Preschool in the Park: Bird Walk

Lockhart State Park
Come explore, create, and sing with us as we learn about our amazing environment!
Dec 18
10:00a
End Date

Homeschool Classes in the Park

Guadalupe River State Park
Experience Guadalupe River State Park as an outdoor classroom in this program for school-age kids!
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 19
10:00a
End Date

Scenic Overlook Nature Walk

Guadalupe River State Park
Join us on the first three Thursdays of the month for an easy nature walk with a beautiful view!
Dec 19
10:00a
End Date

Homeschool Classes in the Park

Guadalupe River State Park
Experience Guadalupe River State Park as an outdoor classroom in this program for school-age kids!
Dec 20
10:00a
End Date

Coffee with a Ranger

Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
Have questions, will drink coffee.
Dec 20
10:00a
End Date

Homeschool Classes in the Park

Guadalupe River State Park
Experience Guadalupe River State Park as an outdoor classroom in this program for school-age kids!
Dec 21
8:30a
End Date

Saturday Honey Creek Guided Walk

Honey Creek State Natural Area
Experience the natural and cultural history of Honey Creek!
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
9:30a
End Date

Guided Summit Hike

Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
Join a ranger or volunteer for a morning hike on our most popular trail.
Dec 21
10:00a
End Date

Watercolor Holiday Cards

Lake Corpus Christi State Park
Create a watercolor card for your loved ones this holiday season!
Dec 21
10:00a
End Date

Hard Labor Hike

Lockhart State Park
Hear the story of the Civilian Conservation Corps and discover their legacy in this engaging hike!
Dec 21
10:00a
End Date

A Lost Pines CCC Christmas

Bastrop State Park
Celebrate Christmas in the Lost Pines with an evening full of holly jolly good times in the park for the whole family!
Dec 21
1:00p
End Date

Christmas in the Park

Devils River State Natural Area
Come enjoy Christmas Dutch oven cooking!
Dec 21
2:00p
End Date

Holiday Gift for the Birds

Lake Corpus Christi State Park
Show your backyard birds some love with a hand-decorated feeder!
Dec 21
3:00p
End Date

Christmas in the Park

Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
Tell Santa your wish list, sip hot chocolate, color a greeting card, and join us for a very special Christmas night hike this December!
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 22
8:30a
End Date

Sunday Honey Creek Guided Walk

Honey Creek State Natural Area
Experience the natural and cultural history of Honey Creek!
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
9:30a
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
8:30a
End Date

Saturday Honey Creek Guided Walk

Honey Creek State Natural Area
Experience the natural and cultural history of Honey Creek!
Dec 28
9:30a
End Date

Guided Summit Hike

Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
Join a ranger or volunteer for a morning hike on our most popular trail.
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 28
6:30p
End Date

Star Party

Join us for a star party and learn about the magic of the skies!
Dec 29
9:00a
End Date

Wing Walks

Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
Join a ranger or volunteer for an introductory birdwatching walk in the shade.
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.
Dec 29
10:00a
End Date

Archery in the Park

Guadalupe River State Park
Learn how to shoot a bow and arrow!

January 2025

Jan 1 End Date

First Day Honey Creek Guided Walks *Registration Required*

Honey Creek State Natural Area
Experience the natural and cultural history of Honey Creek on our First Day Hikes!
Jan 1 End Date

Self-Guided First Day Nature Hikes

Guadalupe River State Park
Experience the great outdoors and join us for a self-guided First Day Hike!
Jan 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 4
9:30a
End Date

Guided Summit Hike

Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
Join a ranger or volunteer for a morning hike on our most popular trail.
Jan 5
9:00a
End Date

Wing Walks

Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
Join a ranger or volunteer for an introductory birdwatching walk in the shade.
Jan 11
9:30a
End Date

Guided Summit Hike

Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
Join a ranger or volunteer for a morning hike on our most popular trail.
Jan 12
9:00a
End Date

Wing Walks

Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
Join a ranger or volunteer for an introductory birdwatching walk in the shade.
Jan 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!
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!
Jan 18
9:30a
End Date

Guided Summit Hike

Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
Join a ranger or volunteer for a morning hike on our most popular trail.
Jan 19
9:00a
End Date

Wing Walks

Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
Join a ranger or volunteer for an introductory birdwatching walk in the shade.
Jan 26
9:00a
End Date

Wing Walks

Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
Join a ranger or volunteer for an introductory birdwatching walk in the shade.

February 2025

Feb 8
10:00a
End Date

El Viaje - The Journey

Goose Island State Park
Join us on a journey through time and explore Texas History through hands-on programming.
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 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 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 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 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!

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!