Calendar of Events

Outdoor Skills Workshops

January 2026

Jan 9
3:00p
End Date

All About Knots

Tyler State Park
Hook, Line, and Sinker!
Jan 10
9:00a
End Date

Annual Kid's Trout Derby

Ray Roberts Lake State Park - Johnson Branch Unit
Cast a line and catch some trout with our Rangers!
Jan 10
10:00a
End Date

Dutch Oven Cookin'

Tyler State Park
Bold flavor, one pot — Dutch oven magic!
Jan 10
10:00a
End Date

Explore Bowhunting Workshop (moved to JANUARY 10)

Goose Island State Park
Join us for a hands-on workshop that will get you ready to go out and harvest your first deer with a bow.
Jan 10
1:00p
End Date

Prehistoric Hunting - The Atlatl

Pedernales Falls State Park
How well can you use ancient technology to survive?
Jan 10
1:30p
End Date

Backyard Bass

Tyler State Park
Learn how to reel in the big one!
Jan 10
2:00p
End Date

Fire Craft

Lake Bob Sandlin State Park
Learn tips and tricks for building the good campfire!
Jan 17
2:00p
End Date

Fire Craft

Lake Bob Sandlin State Park
Learn tips and tricks for building the good campfire!
Jan 18
9:00a
End Date

Birding with a Ranger

Lake Casa Blanca International State Park
Join a ranger and discover and learn about the great hobby of birding!
Jan 18
10:00a
End Date

Campfire 101

Cooper State Park - Doctors Creek Unit
Tips and tricks to building a campfire.
Jan 18
1:30p
End Date

Campfire 101

Cooper State Park - South Sulphur Unit
Learn the skills and use the tips to build a campfire.
Jan 18
2:00p
End Date

Knots for Everyday Use

Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley State Park
Master the art of knots and transform ordinary situations into extraordinary solutions with the timeless skill of knot tying.
Jan 24
9:00a
End Date

Annual Kid's Trout Fishing Day

Cooper State Park - South Sulphur Unit
What a wonderful day it is when you reel in a fighting trout!
Jan 24
10:00a
End Date

Outdoor Cooking - Dutch Oven

Franklin Mountains State Park
Join us to learn the secrets of Dutch oven cooking!
Jan 24
1:00p
End Date

Prehistoric Hunting - The Atlatl

Pedernales Falls State Park
How well can you use ancient technology to survive?
Jan 24
1:30p
End Date

Mountain Biking for Beginners

Lockhart State Park
Join us for a biking adventure on park trails! Some equipment provided. Registration required.
Jan 24
2:00p
End Date

Fire Craft

Lake Bob Sandlin State Park
Learn tips and tricks for building the good campfire!
Jan 24
2:00p
End Date

Backyard Bass

Dinosaur Valley State Park
Learn the basics of fishing with this kid-friendly activity!
Jan 31
8:30a
End Date

Golf for Beginners 1

Lockhart State Park
Take a swing at golf! Learn the basics of the sport in this fun class. Registration required.
Jan 31
9:00a
End Date

Fly Fishing Class

Texas Freshwater Fisheries Center
Join us for a beginners fly fishing class - no experience required. Master fly-fisher Bob Cappallo will focus on equipment, equipment selection, basic knot tying, casting and casting fundamentals. Registration required.
Jan 31
1:00p
End Date

Archery 101

Tyler State Park
May Your Arrow Fly Straight & Your Aim Be True.
Jan 31
2:00p
End Date

Find Your Way: Orienteering Adventure

Fort Boggy State Park
Ready to explore the outdoors in a whole new way?
Jan 31
2:00p
End Date

Intro to Orienteering

Lockhart State Park
Learn how to navigate like a pirate and hunt for hidden booty! ARRR!
Jan 31
2:30p
End Date

Archery 101

Tyler State Park
May Your Arrow Fly Straight & Your Aim Be True.

February 2026

Feb 7
9:00a
End Date

Dutch Oven Cooking & Tasting (Cancelled for January)

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!
Feb 7
9:00a
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.
Feb 21
10:00a
End Date

Explore Bowhunting--Rescheduled from 10/25/2025

Honey Creek State Natural Area
Join us as we Explore Bowhunting!

March 2026

Mar 6
6:30p
End Date

Texas Outdoor Family Leadership Training | Brazos Bend State Park | (Application Open Until Feb 27th)

Brazos Bend State Park
The Texas Outdoor Family program provides 900+ families with a "Learn to Camp" experience in Texas State Parks each year. Could you help?
Mar 7
9:00a
End Date

Dutch Oven Cooking & Tasting (Cancelled for January)

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!

April 2026

Apr 4
9:00a
End Date

Dutch Oven Cooking & Tasting (Cancelled for January)

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 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 (Cancelled for January)

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!

June 2026

Jun 6
9:00a
End Date

Dutch Oven Cooking & Tasting (Cancelled for January)

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 (Cancelled for January)

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 (Cancelled for January)

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 (Cancelled for January)

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 (Cancelled for January)

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 (Cancelled for January)

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 (Cancelled for January)

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!