Calendar of Events

Tyler Events

March 2026

Mar 18
2:00a
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Kayaking 101

Lake Bob Sandlin State Park
Learn to master the paddle and hit the water!
Mar 18
9:00a
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Wild Walk

Lake Tawakoni State Park
What was that?
Mar 18
10:00a
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Skins, Skulls, Tracks, and Scat

Daingerfield State Park
Experience and learn about the critters that call Daingerfield State Park home!
Mar 18
10:00a
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Fishing with a Ranger

Purtis Creek State Park
Join a ranger for some fishin'!
Mar 18
10:00a
End Date

Pioneer Toys and Games

Mission Tejas State Park
Swing by the park Visitor Center for a time of fun and play with toys and games that the pioneer kids did!
Mar 18
10:00a
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Cookin' with Cast Iron: Dutch Oven Basics

Martin Creek Lake State Park
Discover historic cooking with a little modern flare!
Mar 18
11:00a
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Vulture Time

Tyler State Park
Nature's clean-up crew!
Mar 18
2:00p
End Date

All About Mammals

Tyler State Park
What is a mammal?
Mar 19
9:00a
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Coffee with a Ranger

Lake Tawakoni State Park
Join a ranger for a cup of coffee!
Mar 19
9:00a
End Date

Hooks and Rods

Caddo Lake State Park
No fishing rod? No problem! Borrow one from us and fish in Saw Mill Pond.
Mar 19
10:00a
End Date

Insects of Mission Tejas

Mission Tejas State Park
Come explore the wide variety of insects that make Mission Tejas home and learn how they help nature and us!
Mar 19
10:00a
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Kayaking: A Paddle Around the Island

Martin Creek Lake State Park
Paddle your way to adventure!
Mar 19
10:00a
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Fishing with a Ranger

Lake Bob Sandlin State Park
Learn how to catch a fish and test your new skills!
Mar 19
10:00a
End Date

Fishing 101

Daingerfield State Park
Learn to cast a pole and test your fishing luck on Little Pine Lake!
Mar 20
10:00a
End Date

Underwater Discovery (Water Bugs)

Daingerfield State Park
Discover the creatures that live under Little Pine Lake!
Mar 20
10:00a
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Family Fun Fishing

Martin Creek Lake State Park
Wet a hook and learn a bit about fishing!
Mar 20
10:00a
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Skins and Skulls

Caddo Lake State Park
Curious about critters? Come check out this interactive wildlife display to learn about the animals who call Caddo Lake home.
Mar 20
1:00p
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How big is the earth?

Lake Tawakoni State Park
Shadow Science
Mar 20
2:00p
End Date

Pottery in the Park

Lake Bob Sandlin State Park
Join us as we learn about Caddoan pottery and make a pinch pot!
Mar 20
2:00p
End Date

Spring Equinox Hike

Lake Tawakoni State Park
the High(est)light of the year!
Mar 20
2:00p
End Date

Jr. Ranger Explorers

Purtis Creek State Park
Learn about Leave No Trace and explore the wonders of nature!
Mar 20
3:00p
End Date

Photography 101

Tyler State Park
Lights. Camera. ACTION!
Mar 20
7:45p
End Date

Charting the Stars

Purtis Creek State Park
Meet us under the stars and explore the cosmos!
Mar 20
8:00p
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Star Party

Tyler State Park
Look at the night lights!
Mar 21
8:00a
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Guided Hike

Caddo Lake State Park
Spring is finally here! Get your day off to a good start with this morning hike.
Mar 21
8:30a
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Guided Birdwatching Hike

Mission Tejas State Park
Come join state park staff at Mission Tejas for a morning birdwatching hike!
Mar 21
9:00a
End Date

Intro to Birding

Lake Tawakoni State Park
Learn the basics of birding using tools you already have!
Mar 21
9:00a
End Date

B.A.R.K. Ranger Academy

Purtis Creek State Park
Bring the pups and learn what it takes to become a certified B.A.R.K. Ranger!
Mar 21
9:00a
End Date

Archery: Loose the Fun!

Martin Creek Lake State Park
Introduction to the world of archery
Mar 21
9:30a
End Date

All About Snakes

Caddo Lake State Park
Slither on over to learn about the snakes who call Caddo Lake home!
Mar 21
10:00a
End Date

Coffee with a Ranger

Lake Bob Sandlin State Park
Gather around the fire with a cup of coffee and ask the ranger anything!
Mar 21
10:00a
End Date

Tech in Nature (Pokémon Go Hike)

Daingerfield State Park
Join a ranger to collect Pokémon and enjoy the outdoors!
Mar 21
10:00a
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Barks 'N' Rec

Tyler State Park
Wagging tails and winding trails!
Mar 21
11:00a
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Wildlife Detectives

Purtis Creek State Park
Investigate wildlife clues left behind to determine the critter culprit!
Mar 21
1:00p
End Date

Pioneer Must-Haves Game and Hike

Mission Tejas State Park
Come to Mission Tejas for a game and hike on the essentials every pioneer and camper needs out on the trail.
Mar 21
1:00p
End Date

Archery: Loose the Fun!

Martin Creek Lake State Park
Introduction to the world of archery
Mar 21
1:00p
End Date

Folklore Hike

Tyler State Park
Exploring the folklore of our state and beyond!
Mar 21
1:30p
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Birdwatching with a Ranger

Lake Bob Sandlin State Park
Join us to learn the skills and tools to watch birds!
Mar 21
2:00p
End Date

Art in the Park: Abstract Animals

Lake Tawakoni State Park
Get your creative juices flowing!
Mar 21
8:00p
End Date

Astronomy 101

Daingerfield State Park
Join a ranger on an astronomy tour of stars, planets, and other celestial wonders!
Mar 22
10:00a
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Paddling 101

Daingerfield State Park
Learn the basics of paddling and test your new skills on Little Pine Lake!
Mar 25
10:00a
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Art in the Park: Bald Cypress

Caddo Lake State Park
Capture the beauty of the bayou with watercolors!
Mar 26
10:00a
End Date

All About Snakes

Caddo Lake State Park
Slither on over to learn about the snakes who call Caddo Lake home!
Mar 28
9:00a
End Date

Skins and Skulls

Caddo Lake State Park
Have you ever wondered what bobcat fur feels like? You’ll have the chance to find out that and more with our collection of animal skulls and skins during this interactive program.
Mar 28
9:30a
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Intro to Dutch Oven Cooking

Mission Tejas State Park
Come join us for an introduction to cooking with cast ironware and enjoy some fresh monkey bread!
Mar 28
10:00a
End Date

Coffee with a Ranger

Lake Bob Sandlin State Park
Gather around the fire with a cup of coffee and ask the ranger anything!
Mar 28
10:00a
End Date

The Joy of Birding (Birding 101)

Daingerfield State Park
Channel your inner "Bob Ross" chill, join a ranger on a peaceful bird adventure, and learn the benefits of birding!
Mar 28
10:00a
End Date

Tawakoni Tracks!

Lake Tawakoni State Park
Use your deduction skills to identify animal tracks found in the park!
Mar 28
1:30p
End Date

Birdwatching with a Ranger

Lake Bob Sandlin State Park
Join us to learn the skills and tools to watch birds!
Mar 28
2:00p
End Date

Jr. Ranger Explorers

Purtis Creek State Park
Learn about Leave No Trace and explore the wonders of nature!
Mar 28
2:00p
End Date

Art in the Park

Tyler State Park
Let's find the beauty in nature
Mar 28
2:30p
End Date

Super Special Snakes!

Mission Tejas State Park
Although our snakes may get a bad rap, these shy, slithery serpents play important roles in our lives and the Texas ecosystem. Join our park interpreter for a presentation on the stories we tell about these important animals and design your own snake!
Mar 28
5:00p
End Date

Fishin' with a Ranger

Tyler State Park
Hook, Line, 'n Sinker
Mar 28
7:00p
End Date

Night Hike

Tyler State Park
They are on the prowl!
Mar 29
10:00a
End Date

The Joy of Birding (Birding 101)

Daingerfield State Park
Channel your inner "Bob Ross" chill, join a ranger on a peaceful bird adventure, and learn the benefits of birding!

April 2026

Apr 4
9:00a
End Date

Dutch Oven Cooking & Tasting

Daingerfield State Park
Join the Little Pine Friends of Daingerfield State Park to learn how to cook in a Dutch oven and sample some of their delicious dishes!
Apr 4
9:45a
End Date

Easter Egg Hunt

Daingerfield State Park
Join us for an Easter Egg Hunt in the meadow! *Free Entrance*
Apr 4
10:00a
End Date

Intro to Birding (Birding Month)

Daingerfield State Park
Learn the birding basics with a park ranger during Birding Month!
Apr 4
2:00p
End Date

What's the Buzz?

Lake Tawakoni State Park
Discover our Native Pollinators!
Apr 5
8:30a
End Date

Advanced Birding (Birding Month)

Daingerfield State Park
Prepare for a fun and intense session of birding with a ranger! We will use eBird and learn advanced techniques for bird ID. BYOBinoculars
Apr 17
6:30p
End Date

Tyler State Park | Two Night Event | Texas Outdoor Family | DFW Area (SOLD OUT!)

Tyler State Park
Join us for a fun-filled weekend and discover the joys of camping in your Texas State Parks.
Apr 24
10:00a
End Date

Mission Tejas Folk Festival

Mission Tejas State Park
Come to Mission Tejas for our annual folk festival! Come see presentations of pioneer life in Texas around the early to mid-1800's with activities such as butter churning, kids' games, and other aspects of pioneer life!
Apr 25
10:00a
End Date

Introduction to Birding

Learn the basics of birding!
Apr 25
10:00a
End Date

Intro to Birding (Birding Month)

Daingerfield State Park
Learn the birding basics with a park ranger during Birding Month!
Apr 26
8:30a
End Date

Advanced Birding (Birding Month)

Daingerfield State Park
Prepare for a fun and intense session of birding with a ranger! We will use eBird and learn advanced techniques for bird ID. BYOBinoculars

May 2026

May 1
8:15p
End Date

Full Moon Hike

Lake Tawakoni State Park
Take a hike under the moonlight!
May 2
6:00a
End Date

Big Sit! Great Texas Birding Classic

Lake Tawakoni State Park
Sit back, relax, and enjoy the birds... wait, scratch that
May 2
9:00a
End Date

Dutch Oven Cooking & Tasting

Daingerfield State Park
Join the Little Pine Friends of Daingerfield State Park to learn how to cook in a Dutch oven and sample some of their delicious dishes!
May 16
9:30a
End Date

Purtis Creek State Park | One Night Event | Texas Outdoor Family | DFW Area (Spots Filling Fast)

Purtis Creek State Park
Join us for a fun-filled weekend and discover the joys of camping in your Texas State Parks.
May 29
6:30p
End Date

Purtis Creek State Park | Two Night Event | Texas Outdoor Family | DFW Area (Spots Filling Fast)

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

June 2026

Jun 6
9:00a
End Date

Dutch Oven Cooking & Tasting

Daingerfield State Park
Join the Little Pine Friends of Daingerfield State Park to learn how to cook in a Dutch oven and sample some of their delicious dishes!

July 2026

Jul 4
9:00a
End Date

Dutch Oven Cooking & Tasting

Daingerfield State Park
Join the Little Pine Friends of Daingerfield State Park to learn how to cook in a Dutch oven and sample some of their delicious dishes!

August 2026

Aug 1
9:00a
End Date

Dutch Oven Cooking & Tasting

Daingerfield State Park
Join the Little Pine Friends of Daingerfield State Park to learn how to cook in a Dutch oven and sample some of their delicious dishes!

September 2026

Sep 5
9:00a
End Date

Dutch Oven Cooking & Tasting

Daingerfield State Park
Join the Little Pine Friends of Daingerfield State Park to learn how to cook in a Dutch oven and sample some of their delicious dishes!

October 2026

Oct 3
9:00a
End Date

Dutch Oven Cooking & Tasting

Daingerfield State Park
Join the Little Pine Friends of Daingerfield State Park to learn how to cook in a Dutch oven and sample some of their delicious dishes!

November 2026

Nov 7
9:00a
End Date

Dutch Oven Cooking & Tasting

Daingerfield State Park
Join the Little Pine Friends of Daingerfield State Park to learn how to cook in a Dutch oven and sample some of their delicious dishes!

December 2026

Dec 5
9:00a
End Date

Dutch Oven Cooking & Tasting

Daingerfield State Park
Join the Little Pine Friends of Daingerfield State Park to learn how to cook in a Dutch oven and sample some of their delicious dishes!