South Texas Events

Beachcombing Basics
Sometimes it's the little things that paint a bigger picture
Shipwrecked!
The beach is a beautiful place to visit but could you survive being stranded? Play the interactive game to find out!
Virtual Visit to Mustang Island State Park
Join us on Facebook for park updates and cool views
Catfish Point Trail Guided Hike
Get outside and enjoy some time on the trail!
Intro to Archery (Registration Required)
Discover your new favorite hobby: archery!
Meteor Shower Star Party
Adults and children can view the Perseid Meteor Shower with telescopes, s'mores and more!
Nature Center
Come see (and touch!) skulls, feathers, skins and more! Learn about Calliham and Choke Canyon State Park. Great for kids!
Solar Powered Crafts
Come make arts and crafts using the power of the sun! Fun for all ages!
Big Tree Birding (Registration Required)
Come along with us to view birds at the Big Tree Natural Area!
Shorebird Walk
Spring bird walks are back!
Nightime Critter Crawl!
Join Park Rangers on a short night hike to see some nocturnal animals.
Hike and Seek
Learn about the plants and wildlife around you using the "Seek" smartphone app!
National Moth Week: Moth Exploration
It's National Moth Week! Join us in discovering the nocturnal pollinators of Goose Island.
Fourth of July Seed Bombs
Come enjoy the fourth of July out in nature, with the whole family!
Introduction to Fishing
Kids and grownups can fish together this summer off the bank of Choke Canyon State Park! Poles are provided. No fishing license is needed.
Kayak Litter Cleanup (Registration Required)
Help us remove trash from the bay from one of our kayaks!
Sink Your Shucks Community Oyster Reef Restoration Event (Registration Required)
Support local waterways and marine life by helping us restore oyster reefs!
Whooping Crane Couples Walk
Did you know that Whooping Crane pairs are bonded for life?
Insects of the Night
It's a whole different world at night, let's discover some new insects!
Lotería (Spanish Bingo) - Goose Island Edition
A fun game for the whole family!