Calendar of Events

Paddling

May 2026

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 8
10:00a
End Date

Guided Paddle

Martin Dies, Jr. State Park
Join our ranger on a guided paddle
May 8
5:00p
End Date

Paddle Around

Tyler State Park
Time to get on the water!
May 8
6:30p
End Date

Kayaking 101: Sunset Paddle 🚣

Galveston Island State Park
New to kayaking? Join us for a relaxed, beginner-friendly intro as the sun sets over the bay!🌅
May 9
9:30a
End Date

Palo Pinto Mountains State Park | One Night Event | Texas Outdoor Family | DFW Area (SOLD OUT)

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

Kayaking 101

Cooper State Park - Doctors Creek Unit
Join a ranger to learn the basics of kayaking. Instruction provided. Limited equipment available. Reserve your kayak today.
May 14
9:00a
End Date

Paddling for Beginners

Village Creek State Park
*Registration Required see below* Have you always wanted to kayak but never knew how or didn't have access? Join Ranger Alex for a guided paddling trip for beginners! We will launch at the park, learn some paddling basics and explore some of the wonders of Village Creek.
May 15
3:00p
End Date

Water Safety Day

Martin Creek Lake State Park
Staying safe out on the water
May 16
8:45a
End Date

Magical Morning Paddle on the Bay 🚣‍♀️

Galveston Island State Park
Start your day gliding across the calm waters of Galveston Bay—it’s peaceful, scenic, and unforgettable! Registration required!🌊
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 16
10:00a
End Date

Guided Paddle

Martin Dies, Jr. State Park
Guided paddle launching from the Walnut Slough Day-use Area!
May 22
10:00a
End Date

Guided Paddle

Martin Dies, Jr. State Park
Join our ranger on a guided paddle
May 23
1:00p
End Date

Stay Afloat

Meridian State Park
Stay safe and make a splash with confidence!
May 23
2:00p
End Date

Nature by Paddle

Eisenhower State Park
Drift into nature!
May 24
8:45a
End Date

Magical Morning Paddle on the Bay 🚣‍♀️

Galveston Island State Park
Start your day gliding across the calm waters of Galveston Bay—it’s peaceful, scenic, and unforgettable! Registration required!🌊
May 29
10:00a
End Date

Kayaking 101

Lake Bob Sandlin State Park
Learn to master the paddle and hit the water!
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 (SOLD OUT)

Purtis Creek State Park
Join us for a fun-filled weekend and discover the joys of camping in your Texas State Parks.
May 30
10:00a
End Date

Guided Kayaking

Lake Livingston State Park
Join Ranger Eric in a guided kayak trip.

June 2026

Jun 12
6:30p
End Date

Kayaking 101: Sunset Paddle 🚣

Galveston Island State Park
New to kayaking? Join us for a relaxed, beginner-friendly intro as the sun sets over the bay!🌅
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 20
8:45a
End Date

Magical Morning Paddle on the Bay 🚣‍♀️

Galveston Island State Park
Start your day gliding across the calm waters of Galveston Bay—it’s peaceful, scenic, and unforgettable! Registration required!🌊
Jun 20
10:00a
End Date

Guided Paddle

Martin Dies, Jr. State Park
Guided paddle launching from the Walnut Slough Day-use Area!
Jun 28
8:45a
End Date

Magical Morning Paddle on the Bay 🚣‍♀️

Galveston Island State Park
Start your day gliding across the calm waters of Galveston Bay—it’s peaceful, scenic, and unforgettable! Registration required!🌊

July 2026

Jul 10
6:30p
End Date

Kayaking 101: Sunset Paddle 🚣

Galveston Island State Park
New to kayaking? Join us for a relaxed, beginner-friendly intro as the sun sets over the bay!🌅
Jul 18
8:45a
End Date

Magical Morning Paddle on the Bay 🚣‍♀️

Galveston Island State Park
Start your day gliding across the calm waters of Galveston Bay—it’s peaceful, scenic, and unforgettable! Registration required!🌊
Jul 18
10:00a
End Date

Guided Paddle

Martin Dies, Jr. State Park
Guided paddle launching from the Walnut Slough Day-use Area!
Jul 26
8:45a
End Date

Magical Morning Paddle on the Bay 🚣‍♀️

Galveston Island State Park
Start your day gliding across the calm waters of Galveston Bay—it’s peaceful, scenic, and unforgettable! Registration required!🌊

August 2026

Aug 14
6:30p
End Date

Kayaking 101: Sunset Paddle 🚣

Galveston Island State Park
New to kayaking? Join us for a relaxed, beginner-friendly intro as the sun sets over the bay!🌅
Aug 15
8:45a
End Date

Magical Morning Paddle on the Bay 🚣‍♀️

Galveston Island State Park
Start your day gliding across the calm waters of Galveston Bay—it’s peaceful, scenic, and unforgettable! Registration required!🌊
Aug 15
10:00a
End Date

Guided Paddle

Martin Dies, Jr. State Park
Guided paddle launching from the Walnut Slough Day-use Area!
Aug 23
8:45a
End Date

Magical Morning Paddle on the Bay 🚣‍♀️

Galveston Island State Park
Start your day gliding across the calm waters of Galveston Bay—it’s peaceful, scenic, and unforgettable! Registration required!🌊

September 2026

Sep 11
6:30p
End Date

Kayaking 101: Sunset Paddle 🚣

Galveston Island State Park
New to kayaking? Join us for a relaxed, beginner-friendly intro as the sun sets over the bay!🌅
Sep 19
8:45a
End Date

Magical Morning Paddle on the Bay 🚣‍♀️

Galveston Island State Park
Start your day gliding across the calm waters of Galveston Bay—it’s peaceful, scenic, and unforgettable! Registration required!🌊
Sep 19
10:00a
End Date

Guided Paddle

Martin Dies, Jr. State Park
Guided paddle launching from the Walnut Slough Day-use Area!
Sep 27
8:45a
End Date

Magical Morning Paddle on the Bay 🚣‍♀️

Galveston Island State Park
Start your day gliding across the calm waters of Galveston Bay—it’s peaceful, scenic, and unforgettable! Registration required!🌊

October 2026

Oct 17
10:00a
End Date

Guided Paddle

Martin Dies, Jr. State Park
Guided paddle launching from the Walnut Slough Day-use Area!

November 2026

Nov 21
10:00a
End Date

Guided Paddle

Martin Dies, Jr. State Park
Guided paddle launching from the Walnut Slough Day-use Area!

December 2026

Dec 19
10:00a
End Date

Guided Paddle

Martin Dies, Jr. State Park
Guided paddle launching from the Walnut Slough Day-use Area!