Calendar of Events

Outdoor Skills Workshops

April 2026

Apr 16
8:30p
End Date

Backyard Astronomy at Fort Leaton

Big Bend Ranch State Park
The stars at night are big and bright✨✨✨! Join park rangers on a tour across our galactic neighborhood.
Apr 17
6:30p
End Date

Brazos Bend State Park | Two Night Event | Texas Outdoor Family | Houston Area (Spots Filling Fast)

Brazos Bend State Park
Join us for a fun-filled weekend and discover the joys of camping in your Texas State Parks.
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 18
9:00a
End Date

Learn to Fish - College Station

College Station, TX - Lick Creek Park
Learn to fish at this fun, FREE, family event!
Apr 18
9:00a
End Date

Intro to Archery

Lockhart State Park
Learn how to shoot like Robin Hood or Katniss Everdeen! Visitors must be at least 10 years old and sign a liability waiver to participate.
Apr 18
9:00a
End Date

Fishing with a Ranger

Pedernales Falls State Park
Come learn how to fish on the Pedernales with a loaner rod or bring your own!
Apr 18
1:00p
End Date

Ancient Dart Throwing

Lockhart State Park
Join us to learn the basics of prehistoric hunting with an atlatl!
Apr 18
2:00p
End Date

Archery 101

Palo Pinto Mountains State Park
Learn the basics of archery from a ranger!
Apr 19
1:00p
End Date

Fishing for Beginners

Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley State Park
Get certified! Become a bona fide angler with Bentsen State Park. Open to all ages.
Apr 22
12:00p
End Date

Earth Day Wildlife Survey Hike

Post Oak Ridge State Park
Join us in conducting a wildlife survey at a brand new State Park!
Apr 24
6:30p
End Date

Lake Livingston State Park | Two Night Event | Texas Outdoor Family | Houston Area (Spots Filling Fast)

Lake Livingston State Park
Join us for a fun-filled weekend and discover the joys of camping in your Texas State Parks.
Apr 24
6:30p
End Date

Inks Lake State Park | Two Night Event | Texas Outdoor Family | Austin Area (All Abilities - FULL no more reservations available)

Inks Lake State Park
This is an All Abilities campout in conjunction with the Fun For All Adaptive event at Inks Lake on April 25th. It is specifically designed for families with disabilities and/or special needs to discover the joys of camping in Texas State Parks.
Apr 24
8:00p
End Date

Stargazing

Cooper State Park - Doctors Creek Unit
Enjoy our dark skies!
Apr 25
1:30p
End Date

Golf for Beginners 4

Lockhart State Park
Join our golf instructor to hone your skills and knowledge of the game! Registration required.
Apr 25
2:00p
End Date

Archery 101

Palo Pinto Mountains State Park
Learn the basics of archery from a ranger!
Apr 26
10:00a
End Date

Intro to Fly Fishing

Lockhart State Park
Learn the basics of fly fishing in this fun class!

May 2026

May 2
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.
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 2
9:30a
End Date

Lake Mineral Wells State Park | One Night Event | Texas Outdoor Family | DFW Area (SOLD OUT!)

Lake Mineral Wells State Park & Trailway
Join us for a fun-filled weekend and discover the joys of camping in your Texas State Parks.
May 5
9:00a
End Date

Basic Fishing

Galveston Island State Park
Need the basics for fishing? We've got them!
May 9
9:30a
End Date

Mountain Biking for Beginners

Lockhart State Park
Join us for a biking adventure on park trails! Some equipment provided. Registration required.
May 9
9:30a
End Date

Palo Pinto Mountains State Park | One Night Event | Texas Outdoor Family | DFW Area (Spots Filling Fast)

Palo Pinto Mountains State Park
Join us for a fun-filled weekend and discover the joys of camping in your Texas State Parks.
May 10
9:00a
End Date

Basic Fishing

Galveston Island State Park
Need the basics for fishing? We've got them!
May 15
6:30p
End Date

McKinney Falls State Park | Two Night Event | Texas Outdoor Family | Austin Area (Spots Filling Fast)

McKinney Falls State Park
Join us for a fun-filled weekend and discover the joys of camping in your Texas State Parks.
May 16
9:00a
End Date

Learn to Fish - College Station

College Station, TX - Lick Creek Park
Learn to fish at this fun, FREE, family event!
May 16
9:30a
End Date

Huntsville State Park | One Night Event | Texas Outdoor Family | Houston Area (Spots Filling Fast)

Huntsville State Park
Join us for a fun-filled weekend and discover the joys of camping in your Texas State Parks.
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 19
9:00a
End Date

Basic Fishing

Galveston Island State Park
Need the basics for fishing? We've got them!
May 23
3:00p
End Date

Hunters and Gatherers

Pedernales Falls State Park
Will you be able to survive living in a prehistoric Texas?
May 26
9:00a
End Date

Surf Fishing

Galveston Island State Park
Beachside fishing? Yes please!
May 29
6:30p
End Date

Galveston Island State Park | Two Night Event | Texas Outdoor Family | Houston Area (Spots Filling Fast)

Galveston Island 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.
May 30
9:00a
End Date

FREE: Girls’ Outdoor Workshop

Lockhart State Park
Join us for a FREE outdoor skills workshop exclusively for girls ages 10-18! Registration required.
May 31
9:00a
End Date

Basic Fishing

Galveston Island State Park
Need the basics for fishing? We've got them!

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!
Jun 13
9:30a
End Date

Lake Livingston State Park | One Night Event | Texas Outdoor Family | Houston Area (On Sale Soon)

Lake Livingston State Park
Join us for a fun-filled weekend and discover the joys of camping in your Texas State Parks.
Jun 13
9:30a
End Date

Cedar Hill State Park | One Night Event | Texas Outdoor Family | DFW Area (Spots Filling Fast!)

Cedar Hill State Park
Join us for a fun-filled weekend and discover the joys of camping in your Texas State Parks.
Jun 13
9:30a
End Date

Guadalupe River State Park | One Night Event | Texas Outdoor Family | Austin Area (On Sale Soon)

Guadalupe River State Park
Join us for a fun-filled weekend and discover the joys of camping in your Texas State Parks.
Jun 27
8:45a
End Date

Kid Fish

Sea Rim State Park
Fish for reds and more at the Gulf!

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
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.
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!