Ranger Talks & Nature Programs
March 2024
Mar
28
2:00p
End Date
Art in the Park - Leaf Printing
Daingerfield State Park
Learn about leaves and make some leaf art with a Texas Master Naturalist.
Mar
29
9:00a
End Date
Hawk Watch
Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley State Park
Using keen eyesight, binoculars and spotting scopes, watch in awe and help keep count of the many raptors flying over as they continue their migration.
Mar
29
9:00a
End Date
Paddling 101
Caddo Lake State Park
Learn the basics of paddling with a ranger and test your new skills on our Saw Mill Pond!
Mar
29
10:00a
End Date
From The Ground Up: Daingerfield State Park & the CCC
Daingerfield State Park
Did you know... we're old?! Come learn about the beginnings for Daingerfield State Park and many of our sister parks.
Mar
29
1:30p
End Date
Butterfly and Dragonfly Tours
Estero Llano Grande State Park
Join us on a ranger-led tour for all ages and experience levels through the park noting these beautiful insects, some found nowhere else but in South Texas. This tour is for YOU!
Mar
29
1:30p
End Date
Wilderness Survival Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to learn about the plants and other resources native people used in our area!
Mar
29
2:00p
End Date
Mar
29
2:00p
End Date
Fort Davis Tales
Davis Mountains State Park
Come hear stories about the colorful characters and events which shaped the development of the coolest town in Texas (and highest county seat).
Mar
29
2:00p
End Date
Fishing on the Bayou
Caddo Lake State Park
Learn to cast a pole and test your fishing luck on the Big Cypress Bayou!
Mar
29
2:00p
End Date
Bison Grocery Store
Caprock Canyons State Park & Trailway
Learn about how the Southern Plains Bison were a source of sustenance for the Indigenous people.
Mar
29
2:00p
End Date
Mountain View Hike
Daingerfield State Park
Discover the Mountain View Trail on a guided hike with a ranger.
Mar
29
7:00p
End Date
Mar
29
7:15p
End Date
Nocturnal Hike
Lake Somerville State Park - Birch Creek Unit
Join us for a guided nocturnal hike to improve night vision and spot and observe nocturnal wildlife.
Mar
30
8:00a
End Date
Warbler Walk
Government Canyon State Natural Area
Did you know EVERY Golden-cheeked Warbler born on Planet Earth is a Native Texan?? It’s true! Learn about these federally-listed endangered songbirds who come to Government Canyon every Spring to nest, mate and start their families here in the Texas Hill Country.
Mar
30
8:30a
End Date
World Birding Center Birding Tours
Estero Llano Grande State Park
All ages and skill-levels are welcome on this two-hour tour of the park, finding as many species of birds as possible, especially the 30 that are termed Valley Specialties, followed by an optional birding presentation on Sundays.
Mar
30
8:30a
End Date
Bentsen Birds
Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley State Park
Join us for a guided walk showcasing special resident birds such as the Plain Chachalaca, Great Kiskadee, Green Jay and Altamira Oriole.
Mar
30
8:30a
End Date
Mar
30
8:30a
End Date
Walk in the Park - Agave loop
Franklin Mountains State Park
Celebrate walk in the park day with a nice stroll through the mountains!
Mar
30
9:00a
End Date
Hawk Watch
Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley State Park
Using keen eyesight, binoculars and spotting scopes, watch in awe and help keep count of the many raptors flying over as they continue their migration.
Mar
30
9:30a
End Date
Mar
30
10:00a
End Date
Track Talk
Dinosaur Valley State Park
Gather round and hear the 113-million-year-old story of our dinosaur tracks!
Mar
30
10:00a
End Date
Hike the Island Trail
Martin Dies, Jr. State Park
Join us for a guided hike along the beautiful Island Trail.
Mar
30
10:00a
End Date
All About Us!
Brazos Bend State Park
Join us to experience the park, like it's your first time, on our Creekfield Lake Trail.
Mar
30
10:00a
End Date
Nature Walk
Lost Maples State Natural Area
Join a ranger on a relaxing walk to the Ponds to discover what plants and animals we can find.
Mar
30
10:00a
End Date
Mar
30
10:00a
End Date
A Slice of Palo Duro Pie
Palo Duro Canyon State Park
Learn about the geology that makes up each slice of Palo Duro Canyon in this short hike.
Mar
30
10:00a
End Date
Mar
30
10:00a
End Date
Furs and Skulls
Lake Tawakoni State Park
Drop in at the Swim Beach to see the furs and skulls of some of the park's native animals!
Mar
30
10:00a
End Date
Mar
30
10:00a
End Date
Wonders of the River
Big Bend Ranch State Park
Join Ranger Layla to uncover what makes the Rio Grande spectacular!
Mar
30
10:00a
End Date
Wonderful Watercolors
Palmetto State Park
Come and paint the wonderful scenery found here at Palmetto State Park
Mar
30
10:00a
End Date
Becoming a Junior Ranger
Cooper Lake State Park - Doctors Creek Unit
Learn how to become a Junior Ranger and earn your badge!
Mar
30
10:00a
End Date
Skins and Skulls
Sheldon Lake State Park & Environmental Learning Center
Come and learn about wildlife that calls Sheldon Lake State Park home!
Mar
30
10:00a
End Date
Mar
30
10:00a
End Date
Ranching & Roping
Goliad State Park & Historic Site
Learn why Goliad is considered the Birthplace of Texas Ranching and try your hand at roping!
Mar
30
10:30a
End Date
Useful and Edible Plants
Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley State Park
Learn about the plants of deep south Texas and their importance to people & wildlife.
Mar
30
11:00a
End Date
Overlook Hike
Dinosaur Valley State Park
Grab your boots and join a ranger for a hike to the best view in the park!
Mar
30
11:00a
End Date
Solar Eclipse Prep
Ray Roberts Lake State Park - Johnson Branch Unit
Are you ready for the Solar Eclipse? Join rangers as we talk about the does and don'ts when it comes to viewing the eclipse.
Mar
30
11:00a
End Date
Wildcraft: Dragonflies!
Brazos Bend State Park
Learn all about dragonflies and make a jeweled dragonfly to take home!
Mar
30
12:00p
End Date
Mar
30
1:00p
End Date
Spectacular Snakes!
Brazos Bend State Park
Join us for a talk about our slithery friends, the snakes!
Mar
30
1:00p
End Date
Make and Take: Solar Viewing Masks
Big Spring State Park
Prepare for the upcoming solar eclipse by making a fun mask for safe viewing.
Mar
30
1:00p
End Date
Alligator Chat (with LIVE gator)
Martin Dies, Jr. State Park
Meet a LIVE alligator to discover all about alligators and how they survive in the wild! Our Natural Resource Specialist and Park Police have teamed up to share all about their experiences in the wild.
Mar
30
1:30p
End Date
CCC Trail Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to learn about the Civilian Conservation Corps in our park!
Mar
30
1:30p
End Date
Mar
30
2:00p
End Date
Mar
30
2:00p
End Date
Mar
30
2:00p
End Date
Mission History Tour
Goliad State Park & Historic Site
Enjoy a guided history tour of Mission Espiritu Santo as you learn about life in and around the mission during the Spanish Colonial Era.
Mar
30
2:00p
End Date
Skins, Skulls, Tracks, and SCAT!
Caprock Canyons State Park & Trailway
Get up close with the pelts and skulls of the animals who call Caprock home.
Mar
30
2:00p
End Date
Mar
30
2:00p
End Date
Mar
30
2:00p
End Date
THE Palo Duro Van Tour
Palo Duro Canyon State Park
Enjoy a guided drive through Palo Duro Canyon from the comfort of our van.
Mar
30
2:00p
End Date
Wildflowers, Pollinators, and Predators
Tyler State Park
See how quickly the savanna recovers after a prescribed burn.
Mar
30
2:00p
End Date
Settler Women
Ray Roberts Lake State Park - Isle Du Bois Unit
Pioneers and settlers braved the unknown, yet some of the unknown women settlers were the bravest of them all!
Mar
30
2:00p
End Date
Becoming a Junior Ranger
Cooper Lake State Park - South Sulphur Unit
Learn how to become a Junior Ranger and earn your badge!
Mar
30
2:00p
End Date
Eclipse 101
Daingerfield State Park
What makes an eclipse? Join us to learn why these rare events happen.
Mar
30
2:00p
End Date
Water Quality Survey and Ecology
Caddo Lake State Park
Join a ranger to test the Big Cypress Bayou water quality and learn the importance of a healthy bayou!
Mar
30
2:00p
End Date
Nature Journaling
Buescher State Park
Nature journaling can be a special way to preserve unique memories from your camping / hiking / outdoor adventures.
Mar
30
3:00p
End Date
Shipwrecked!
Mustang Island State Park
The beach is a beautiful place to visit but can you survive being stranded?
Mar
30
3:00p
End Date
Mar
30
3:30p
End Date
Geocache 101
Lake Bob Sandlin State Park
Join us for a introduction to the world's biggest scavenger hunt!
Mar
30
7:00p
End Date
Discovery Night
Estero Llano Grande State Park
A ranger-guided night hike which may include stargazing, alligators, pauraques, owls, scorpions, tarantulas, frogs, snakes, armadillos, or raccoons-- it's a surprise for all of us!
Mar
30
7:00p
End Date
Park After Dark
Atlanta State Park
Experience Atlanta State Park at night! Find out who and what all comes out after the sun goes down!
Mar
30
7:00p
End Date
Frog and Toad Watch
Lockhart State Park
Join a park ranger as we search for the amphibians that call Lockhart home!
Mar
30
7:00p
End Date
Stargazing Party in the Park
Lake Whitney State Park
Enjoy an evening in the park as you explore the galaxy by star maps and telescope. Retired national park ranger/astronomer Larry Smith will guide you through the planets, moon and stars with fascinating facts.
Mar
30
7:15p
End Date
Nocturnal Hike
Lake Somerville State Park - Nails Creek Unit
Join us for a guided nocturnal hike to improve night vision and spot and observe nocturnal wildlife.
Mar
30
7:30p
End Date
Storytelling Down In The Hollow
Lake Mineral Wells State Park & Trailway
“Listen to stories, cowboy poetry and folklore in a beautiful setting.”
Mar
30
8:00p
End Date
Mar
30
8:30p
End Date
Owls of the Big Bend
Fort Leaton State Historic Site
Come learn about the birds that make the night their home!
Mar
31
8:30a
End Date
World Birding Center Birding Tours
Estero Llano Grande State Park
All ages and skill-levels are welcome on this two-hour tour of the park, finding as many species of birds as possible, especially the 30 that are termed Valley Specialties, followed by an optional birding presentation on Sundays.
Mar
31
8:30a
End Date
Bentsen Birds
Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley State Park
Join us for a guided walk showcasing special resident birds such as the Plain Chachalaca, Great Kiskadee, Green Jay and Altamira Oriole.
Mar
31
9:00a
End Date
Hawk Watch
Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley State Park
Using keen eyesight, binoculars and spotting scopes, watch in awe and help keep count of the many raptors flying over as they continue their migration.
Mar
31
9:00a
End Date
Hiking Through History
Pedernales Falls State Park
Join us on a hike through time, starting in modern history and hiking down to 300-million-year old fossils!
Mar
31
9:30a
End Date
Coffee with a Ranger
Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
Enjoy a cup of hot coffee while you chat with a Park Ranger!
Mar
31
10:00a
End Date
Track Talk
Dinosaur Valley State Park
Gather round and hear the 113-million-year-old story of our dinosaur tracks!
Mar
31
10:00a
End Date
All About Us!
Brazos Bend State Park
Join us to experience the park, like it's your first time, on our Creekfield Lake Trail.
Mar
31
2:00p
End Date
Rock Stars of the Davis Mountains
Davis Mountains State Park
Come learn about the eruptive origin of our amazing geology.
Mar
31
2:00p
End Date
Mar
31
2:00p
End Date
Mar
31
2:00p
End Date
Alligators: From Egg to Apex
Brazos Bend State Park
Join us to hear how the largest predator at Brazos Bend starts at the bottom!
Mar
31
2:00p
End Date
Alligator Egg Hunt
Sheldon Lake State Park & Environmental Learning Center
Bring out your family for some festive fun!
April 2024
Apr
1
9:00a
End Date
Hawk Watch
Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley State Park
Using keen eyesight, binoculars and spotting scopes, watch in awe and help keep count of the many raptors flying over as they continue their migration.
Apr
2
9:00a
End Date
Hawk Watch
Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley State Park
Using keen eyesight, binoculars and spotting scopes, watch in awe and help keep count of the many raptors flying over as they continue their migration.
Apr
2
10:00a
End Date
Homeschool Program
Davis Mountains State Park
This outdoor education program promises a fun time for kids and parents, too.
Apr
3
9:00a
End Date
Hawk Watch
Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley State Park
Using keen eyesight, binoculars and spotting scopes, watch in awe and help keep count of the many raptors flying over as they continue their migration.
Apr
3
2:00p
End Date
Anatomy of a Wildfire
Davis Mountains State Park
Learn all about the benefits and harm that wildfires present.
Apr
3
2:00p
End Date
Amazing Microscopes!
Choke Canyon State Park - Calliham Unit
Learn how to use simple Prism Microscopes to experience the tiny living things at Choke Canyon Reservoir!
Apr
3
9:00p
End Date
Dark Sky Tour
Davis Mountains State Park
Come join us as we appreciate some of the darkest skies in the U.S.
Apr
4
9:00a
End Date
Hawk Watch
Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley State Park
Using keen eyesight, binoculars and spotting scopes, watch in awe and help keep count of the many raptors flying over as they continue their migration.
Apr
4
9:00a
End Date
Apr
4
12:30p
End Date
Apr
5
8:00a
End Date
Warbler Walk
Government Canyon State Natural Area
Did you know EVERY Golden-cheeked Warbler born on Planet Earth is a Native Texan?? It’s true! Learn about these federally-listed endangered songbirds who come to Government Canyon every Spring to nest, mate and start their families here in the Texas Hill Country.
Apr
5
9:00a
End Date
News from the Big Bend
Big Bend Ranch State Park
Join rangers for a live on social media for park updates highlighting upcoming events, current park conditions, and important information when planning your trip!
Apr
5
9:00a
End Date
Hawk Watch
Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley State Park
Using keen eyesight, binoculars and spotting scopes, watch in awe and help keep count of the many raptors flying over as they continue their migration.
Apr
5
10:00a
End Date
Wildlife Water Safari
Blanco State Park
Let's go on a Safari to find wildlife along the banks of the Blanco River! We will make binoculars (from cardboard tubes), hunt for signs of wildlife near the river, and document what we see in our Wildlife Water Safari Field Notebook. Targeted to children ages 3-7, but all are welcome.
Apr
5
1:00p
End Date
Nature Center
Choke Canyon State Park - Calliham Unit
Come see (and touch!) skulls, feathers, skins and more! Learn about Calliham and Choke Canyon State Park. Great for kids!
Apr
5
1:30p
End Date
Wilderness Survival Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to learn about the plants and other resources native people used in our area!
Apr
5
2:00p
End Date
Apr
5
2:00p
End Date
Solar Eclipse Masks
Lockhart State Park
Prep for the upcoming solar eclipse (on Monday, April 8th) by making a solar eclipse mask!
Apr
5
3:00p
End Date
Apr
5
3:30p
End Date
Bison Grocery Store
Caprock Canyons State Park & Trailway
Learn about how the Southern Plains Bison were a source of sustenance for the Indigenous people.
Apr
5
6:30p
End Date
Apr
6
7:30a
End Date
Misty Morning Paddle Trip **No rental boats available**
Martin Dies, Jr. State Park
Relish in the beauty of the lake in the morning. We'll discover all about local flora and fauna and try to capture the beauty of the world waking up.
Apr
6
9:00a
End Date
Hawk Watch
Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley State Park
Using keen eyesight, binoculars and spotting scopes, watch in awe and help keep count of the many raptors flying over as they continue their migration.
Apr
6
9:00a
End Date
Discovery Table: Animals of the Park
Palmetto State Park
Curious to find out what animals call this park home?
Apr
6
9:00a
End Date
Junior Ranger Academy
Government Canyon State Natural Area
Explore the trails at Government Canyon with a ranger and earn your Junior Ranger badge.
Apr
6
9:30a
End Date
Guided Summit Trail Hike
Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
Join us as we hike to the top of Enchanted Rock!
Apr
6
10:00a
End Date
All About Us!
Brazos Bend State Park
Join us to experience the park, like it's your first time, on our Creekfield Lake Trail.
Apr
6
10:00a
End Date
Morning Coffee with a Ranger
Bonham State Park
Ask your questions about Bonham State Park and other Texas State Parks.
Apr
6
10:00a
End Date
Reading with a Ranger
Blanco State Park
Join us as we read a children's story about the eclipse and do a craft.
Apr
6
10:00a
End Date
Track Talk
Dinosaur Valley State Park
Gather round and hear the 113-million-year-old story of our dinosaur tracks!
Apr
6
10:00a
End Date
Edible Plants Walk
Lockhart State Park
Join us to explore the wild treats of the woods in this fun hike!
Apr
6
10:30a
End Date
Eclipse 101
Lake Tawakoni State Park
Join a Ranger at the Amphitheatre to learn about the different types of solar eclipses!
Apr
6
10:30a
End Date
Apr
6
11:00a
End Date
Fun in the Sun
Ray Roberts Lake State Park - Johnson Branch Unit
Ever seen sunspots through a telescope?
Apr
6
1:00p
End Date
Nature Center
Choke Canyon State Park - Calliham Unit
Come see (and touch!) skulls, feathers, skins and more! Learn about Calliham and Choke Canyon State Park. Great for kids!
Apr
6
1:30p
End Date
Apr
6
1:30p
End Date
Animals and their Habitats
Martin Dies, Jr. State Park
Discover animal habitats and what animals need to live. Then, try your hand at building an animal shelter of your own!
Apr
6
2:00p
End Date
Apr
6
2:00p
End Date
Apr
6
2:00p
End Date
The Atlatl: A Hurl into the Past
Barton Warnock Visitor Center
Join Ranger Layla to discover how to use an atlatl and how it connects us to the past!
Apr
6
2:00p
End Date
Mission History Tour
Goliad State Park & Historic Site
Enjoy a guided history tour of Mission Espiritu Santo as you learn about life in and around the mission during the Spanish Colonial Era.
Apr
6
2:00p
End Date
Apr
6
2:00p
End Date
THE Palo Duro Van Tour
Palo Duro Canyon State Park
Beat the heat with a drive through Palo Duro Canyon from the comfort of our van.
Apr
6
3:00p
End Date
Secrets In The Sand
Mustang Island State Park
Where does the sand come from? What is it made of? How do plants and animals survive in it? Explore the tiniest details that create this magical habitat.
Apr
6
7:00p
End Date
Great American Eclipse: Exploring the Marvels of Total Eclipses
Guadalupe River State Park
Come join Joe Cheban, president of the Cordillera Ranch Nature Club, for a total solar eclipse presentation!
Apr
6
7:00p
End Date
Solar Eclipse Stomp
Dinosaur Valley State Park
Join a Ranger on this hike and learn about the Solar Eclipse!
Apr
6
8:00p
End Date
Stars and Sea Beach Walk
Galveston Island State Park
Come and "sea" the beauty of the beach at night!
Apr
7
9:00a
End Date
Hawk Watch
Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley State Park
Using keen eyesight, binoculars and spotting scopes, watch in awe and help keep count of the many raptors flying over as they continue their migration.
Apr
7
9:30a
End Date
Nature Journaling
Stephen F. Austin State Park
Take your creativity outside and discover where art, creative writing, and biology converge in this intro to nature journaling!
Apr
7
10:00a
End Date
All About Us!
Brazos Bend State Park
Join us to experience the park, like it's your first time, on our Creekfield Lake Trail.
Apr
7
10:00a
End Date
Track Talk
Dinosaur Valley State Park
Gather round and hear the 113-million-year-old story of our dinosaur tracks!
Apr
7
1:30p
End Date
Reading with a Ranger - Total Solar Eclipse - A Stellar Friendship Story
Lake Tawakoni State Park
Join a Ranger at the amphitheater to read Total Solar Eclipse - A Stellar Friendship Story!
Apr
7
2:00p
End Date
Rock Stars of the Davis Mountains
Davis Mountains State Park
Come learn about the eruptive origin of our amazing geology.
Apr
7
3:30p
End Date
River Romp
Dinosaur Valley State Park
Come along as we walk the Paluxy River Trail in search of dinosaur tracks!
Apr
7
5:30p
End Date
Evening Bird Walk
Galveston Island State Park
Explore the wonderful world of birds without the need for an alarm clock!
Apr
7
7:00p
End Date
Campfire Talk: The Science of Solar Eclipses
Cedar Hill State Park
Join us for this sunny campfire talk as we explore how solar eclipses affect living things around the globe!
Apr
8
9:00a
End Date
Hawk Watch
Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley State Park
Using keen eyesight, binoculars and spotting scopes, watch in awe and help keep count of the many raptors flying over as they continue their migration.
Apr
8
9:00a
End Date
Apr
8
11:00a
End Date
Our Nearest Star: Taking a Closer Look at the Sun (Solar Eclipse Viewing)
Barton Warnock Visitor Center
Join Ranger Layla on a tour across our solar system to explore the sun!
Apr
8
11:30a
End Date
Solar Eclipse Viewing Party!
Hueco Tanks State Park & Historic Site
Come and experience the Solar Eclipse together! View the eclipse safely through our solar scopes or by creating your own pinhole viewer!
Apr
8
12:00p
End Date
Eclipse Watch Party
Ray Roberts Lake State Park - Isle Du Bois Unit
Join Rangers for our Eclipse watch party and celebrate this spectacular event!
Apr
8
12:00p
End Date
Eclipse Viewing Party
Goliad State Park & Historic Site
Learn how cultures long ago explained eclipses and get an up-close look at the solar eclipse through specialized telescopes!
Apr
8
12:00p
End Date
Apr
8
12:00p
End Date
Partial Eclipse Party
Galveston Island State Park
Experience this amazing celestial event island style!
Apr
8
12:00p
End Date
It's a Solar-bration!
Palmetto State Park
Join us for a rare event of the Total Solar Eclipse, drop in any time between 12am-3pm.
Apr
8
12:30p
End Date
Solar Celebration!
Lockhart State Park
Join us to view the rare solar eclipse happening on Monday, April 8th! We will be giving away FREE eclipse viewing glasses, while supplies last. Drop in any time between 12:30-2:30pm.
Apr
8
12:30p
End Date
Apr
8
12:30p
End Date
Apr
8
12:30p
End Date
Solar Eclipse Viewing
Village Creek State Park
Join a park ranger this April as the skies go dark at mid-day during a Total Eclipse (90% coverage in our area).
Apr
8
1:00p
End Date
Total Solar Eclipse (99.3% Coverage)
Caddo Lake State Park
Come celebrate the solar eclipse with us!
Apr
8
3:30p
End Date
Apr
8
6:30p
End Date
Apr
9
9:00a
End Date
Hawk Watch
Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley State Park
Using keen eyesight, binoculars and spotting scopes, watch in awe and help keep count of the many raptors flying over as they continue their migration.
Apr
9
9:30a
End Date
Apr
9
10:00a
End Date
Homeschool: Insects
Lockhart State Park
Experience Lockhart State Park as an outdoor classroom in this program for school-age kids! Registration required.
Apr
10
9:00a
End Date
Hawk Watch
Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley State Park
Using keen eyesight, binoculars and spotting scopes, watch in awe and help keep count of the many raptors flying over as they continue their migration.
Apr
10
2:00p
End Date
Anatomy of a Wildfire
Davis Mountains State Park
Learn all about the benefits and harm that wildfires present.
Apr
10
2:00p
End Date
Amazing Microscopes!
Choke Canyon State Park - Calliham Unit
Learn how to use simple Prism Microscopes to experience the tiny living things at Choke Canyon Reservoir!
Apr
10
2:00p
End Date
Homeschool: Insects
Lockhart State Park
Experience Lockhart State Park as an outdoor classroom in this program for school-age kids! Registration required.
Apr
10
9:00p
End Date
Dark Sky Tour
Davis Mountains State Park
Come join us as we appreciate some of the darkest skies in the U.S.
Apr
11
9:00a
End Date
Hawk Watch
Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley State Park
Using keen eyesight, binoculars and spotting scopes, watch in awe and help keep count of the many raptors flying over as they continue their migration.
Apr
11
10:00a
End Date
Homeschool: Insects
Lockhart State Park
Experience Lockhart State Park as an outdoor classroom in this program for school-age kids! Registration required.
Apr
12
9:00a
End Date
Hawk Watch
Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley State Park
Using keen eyesight, binoculars and spotting scopes, watch in awe and help keep count of the many raptors flying over as they continue their migration.
Apr
12
1:00p
End Date
Nature Center
Choke Canyon State Park - Calliham Unit
Come see (and touch!) skulls, feathers, skins and more! Learn about Calliham and Choke Canyon State Park. Great for kids!
Apr
12
1:00p
End Date
Fishin' with a Ranger
Martin Dies, Jr. State Park
Slow down and enjoy the afternoon. We'll bring the bait and the poles! Join us for fishin' with a ranger.
Apr
12
1:30p
End Date
Wilderness Survival Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to learn about the plants and other resources native people used in our area!
Apr
12
2:00p
End Date
Apr
12
2:00p
End Date
Prairie Dogs: Talk of the Town
Caprock Canyons State Park & Trailway
Let's check out the Prairie Dog Town and get to know them and their habits!
Apr
12
7:00p
End Date
Apr
12
7:00p
End Date
Apr
12
7:30p
End Date
Karst: It's All About Water
Government Canyon State Natural Area
Discuss all things karst with Brent Doty, Research Manager for the Edwards Aquifer Authority
Apr
13
8:00a
End Date
Misty Morning Guided Hike
Martin Dies, Jr. State Park
Join us for a guided hike along the beautiful Island Trail
Apr
13
8:30a
End Date
Apr
13
8:30a
End Date
Spring Birds at Ojito Adentro
Big Bend Ranch State Park
Join a ranger to discover the magical birds that fly through the park every year!
Apr
13
8:30a
End Date
Rockin' Through Time
Government Canyon State Natural Area
The landscape at Government Canyon is full of clues about the ancient past, if you know how to look.
Apr
13
9:00a
End Date
Hawk Watch
Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley State Park
Using keen eyesight, binoculars and spotting scopes, watch in awe and help keep count of the many raptors flying over as they continue their migration.
Apr
13
9:00a
End Date
Prairie Restoration - Volunteer Day
Ray Roberts Lake State Park - Isle Du Bois Unit
Want to get involved to make a difference and do a little manual labor in the great outdoors?
Apr
13
9:30a
End Date
There and Back Again: A Journey Through Closed Canyon
Big Bend Ranch State Park
Join Ranger Layla on a trek through Closed Canyon to learn how geology shapes life in the park!
Apr
13
10:00a
End Date
All About Us!
Brazos Bend State Park
Join us to experience the park, like it's your first time, on our Creekfield Lake Trail.
Apr
13
10:00a
End Date
Bug-Eat-Bug Hike
Lockhart State Park
Explore the world of tiny predators and tiny prey; how they see and how they slay.
Apr
13
10:00a
End Date
Ranching & Roping
Goliad State Park & Historic Site
Learn why Goliad is considered the Birthplace of Texas Ranching and try your hand at roping!
Apr
13
10:00a
End Date
Track Talk
Dinosaur Valley State Park
Gather round and hear the 113-million-year-old story of our dinosaur tracks!
Apr
13
10:00a
End Date
Dutch Oven Cooking 101
Lake Somerville State Park - Nails Creek Unit
Let's get cooking! Join us to get a taste of Dutch oven knowledge...and maybe even a taste of yummy Dutch oven cooking!
Apr
13
10:30a
End Date
Compass Treasure Hunt **RSVP REQ'd**
Martin Dies, Jr. State Park
Boost your outdoors skills and discover how to use a compass. Then, take on the Compass Treasure Hunt!
Apr
13
11:30a
End Date
Apr
13
12:00p
End Date
Is this a Danger Noodle?
Stephen F. Austin State Park
Join Ranger Vinnie for a presentation about venomous and non-venomous snakes in the park.
Apr
13
1:00p
End Date
Meet Dexter the Corn Snake!
Martin Dies, Jr. State Park
Observe our resident corn snake, Dexter, up close. Discover the many different snakes that call this area home.
Apr
13
1:00p
End Date
Nature Center
Choke Canyon State Park - Calliham Unit
Come see (and touch!) skulls, feathers, skins and more! Learn about Calliham and Choke Canyon State Park. Great for kids!
Apr
13
2:00p
End Date
Apr
13
2:00p
End Date
Apr
13
2:00p
End Date
Mission History Tour
Goliad State Park & Historic Site
Enjoy a guided history tour of Mission Espiritu Santo as you learn about life in and around the mission during the Spanish Colonial Era.
Apr
13
2:00p
End Date
Apr
13
2:00p
End Date
Wildflower Bingo Walk
Lockhart State Park
Learn how to identify common wildflowers, and play a game of bingo on the trails!
Apr
13
2:00p
End Date
Apr
13
2:00p
End Date
Prairies and Pollinators with the Zula B. Wylie Public Library!
Cedar Hill State Park
Join us to learn about the Blackland Prairie and its pollinators, with the Zula B. Wylie Public Library!
Apr
13
2:00p
End Date
Mammals of the Caprock: Skins and Skulls
Caprock Canyons State Park & Trailway
Get up close with the pelts and skulls of the animals who call Caprock home.
Apr
13
3:00p
End Date
Apr
13
5:30p
End Date
Evening Bird Walk
Galveston Island State Park
Explore the wonderful world of birds without the need for an alarm clock!
Apr
13
8:00p
End Date
Apr
13
8:30p
End Date
Stargazing the Texas Night Sky
Lake Mineral Wells State Park & Trailway
“The stars at night are big and bright …” Learn more about one of Texas’ best natural resources – the night sky.
Apr
14
9:00a
End Date
Hawk Watch
Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley State Park
Using keen eyesight, binoculars and spotting scopes, watch in awe and help keep count of the many raptors flying over as they continue their migration.
Apr
14
9:30a
End Date
Nature Journaling
Stephen F. Austin State Park
Take your creativity outside and discover where art, creative writing, and biology converge in this intro to nature journaling!
Apr
14
10:00a
End Date
All About Us!
Brazos Bend State Park
Join us to experience the park, like it's your first time, on our Creekfield Lake Trail.
Apr
14
10:00a
End Date
Apr
14
10:00a
End Date
Track Talk
Dinosaur Valley State Park
Gather round and hear the 113-million-year-old story of our dinosaur tracks!
Apr
14
10:00a
End Date
Aranama Nature Trail Hike
Goliad State Park & Historic Site
Explore the flora, fauna, and history of Goliad State Park on this ranger-led 1/3-mile hike.
Apr
14
10:30a
End Date
Apr
14
2:00p
End Date
Rock Stars of the Davis Mountains
Davis Mountains State Park
Come learn about the eruptive origin of our amazing geology.
Apr
14
2:00p
End Date
Meet the Rangers!
All Whole Earth Provision Co. Stores
Come chat with a Texas Park Ranger for insider tips and knowledge at Whole Earth Provision Co. stores!
Apr
14
2:00p
End Date
Apr
15
9:00a
End Date
Hawk Watch
Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley State Park
Using keen eyesight, binoculars and spotting scopes, watch in awe and help keep count of the many raptors flying over as they continue their migration.
Apr
16
9:00a
End Date
Hawk Watch
Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley State Park
Using keen eyesight, binoculars and spotting scopes, watch in awe and help keep count of the many raptors flying over as they continue their migration.
Apr
16
10:00a
End Date
Preschool in the Park: Shape & Color Walk
Lockhart State Park
Come explore, create, and sing with us as we learn about our amazing environment!
Apr
17
9:00a
End Date
Hawk Watch
Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley State Park
Using keen eyesight, binoculars and spotting scopes, watch in awe and help keep count of the many raptors flying over as they continue their migration.
Apr
17
2:00p
End Date
Anatomy of a Wildfire
Davis Mountains State Park
Learn all about the benefits and harm that wildfires present.
Apr
17
2:00p
End Date
Amazing Microscopes!
Choke Canyon State Park - Calliham Unit
Learn how to use simple Prism Microscopes to experience the tiny living things at Choke Canyon Reservoir!
Apr
17
2:00p
End Date
THE Palo Duro Van Tour
Palo Duro Canyon State Park
Beat the heat with a drive through Palo Duro Canyon from the comfort of our van.
Apr
17
2:00p
End Date
How Wood You Use It?
Fort Leaton State Historic Site
Join a ranger to discover the uses of Mesquite trees and Creosote!
Apr
18
9:00a
End Date
Hawk Watch
Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley State Park
Using keen eyesight, binoculars and spotting scopes, watch in awe and help keep count of the many raptors flying over as they continue their migration.
Apr
18
9:00a
End Date
Apr
18
12:30p
End Date
Apr
19
9:00a
End Date
News from the Big Bend
Big Bend Ranch State Park
Join rangers for a live on social media for park updates highlighting upcoming events, current park conditions, and important information when planning your trip!
Apr
19
9:00a
End Date
Hawk Watch
Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley State Park
Using keen eyesight, binoculars and spotting scopes, watch in awe and help keep count of the many raptors flying over as they continue their migration.
Apr
19
10:00a
End Date
Footsteps of the CCC
Palo Duro Canyon State Park
Walk in the footsteps of the CCC and learn about how they used their ingenuity to build Palo Duro Canyon State Park.
Apr
19
10:00a
End Date
Guided Kayak Trip **No rentals available**
Martin Dies, Jr. State Park
Explore the sloughs and lake, and discover all about local flora and fauna.
Apr
19
1:00p
End Date
Nature Center
Choke Canyon State Park - Calliham Unit
Come see (and touch!) skulls, feathers, skins and more! Learn about Calliham and Choke Canyon State Park. Great for kids!
Apr
19
1:30p
End Date
Wilderness Survival Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to learn about the plants and other resources native people used in our area!
Apr
19
2:00p
End Date
Apr
19
2:00p
End Date
Bison Grocery Store
Caprock Canyons State Park & Trailway
Learn about how the Southern Plains Bison were a source of sustenance for the Indigenous people.
Apr
19
2:00p
End Date
Kayaking 101
Mustang Island State Park
Learn the kayaking essentials in the calm waters of Fish Pass
Apr
19
3:30p
End Date
Apr
19
7:00p
End Date
Apr
19
7:00p
End Date
Apr
20
8:00a
End Date
Warbler Walk
Government Canyon State Natural Area
Did you know EVERY Golden-cheeked Warbler born on Planet Earth is a Native Texan?? It’s true! Learn about these federally-listed endangered songbirds who come to Government Canyon every Spring to nest, mate and start their families here in the Texas Hill Country.
Apr
20
8:30a
End Date
Apr
20
9:00a
End Date
Hawk Watch
Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley State Park
Using keen eyesight, binoculars and spotting scopes, watch in awe and help keep count of the many raptors flying over as they continue their migration.
Apr
20
9:00a
End Date
Plants of Palmetto Hike
Palmetto State Park
Do you know which plants could be tools, edible, or dangerous?
Apr
20
9:00a
End Date
Goose Island Birding Festival
Goose Island State Park
Join us in celebrating one of the best times of the year: Spring Migration!
Apr
20
9:30a
End Date
Wonders of the River
Big Bend Ranch State Park
Join Ranger Layla to uncover what makes the Rio Grande spectacular!
Apr
20
10:00a
End Date
All About Us!
Brazos Bend State Park
Join us to experience the park, like it's your first time, on our Creekfield Lake Trail.
Apr
20
10:00a
End Date
Gifts from the Trees Hike
Lockhart State Park
Discover the secrets of your backyard trees in this fun walk!
Apr
20
10:00a
End Date
Edible and Medicinal Plants Walk
Stephen F. Austin State Park
Join us on Earth Day weekend to explore the wild treats of the woods in this fun hike!
Apr
20
10:00a
End Date
🦋 Spring Wing Ding 🦋
Dinosaur Valley State Park
Join us as we celebrate everything migratory and winged! 🦋
Apr
20
10:00a
End Date
Dutch Oven Cooking
Ray Roberts Lake State Park - Isle Du Bois Unit
Join Members of the Lone Star Dutch Oven Society to learn about the skills and techniques of Dutch oven cooking.
Apr
20
1:00p
End Date
Meet Dexter the Corn Snake!
Martin Dies, Jr. State Park
Observe our resident corn snake, Dexter, up close. Discover the many different snakes that call this area home.
Apr
20
1:00p
End Date
Nature Center
Choke Canyon State Park - Calliham Unit
Come see (and touch!) skulls, feathers, skins and more! Learn about Calliham and Choke Canyon State Park. Great for kids!
Apr
20
1:30p
End Date
Apr
20
2:00p
End Date
Apr
20
2:00p
End Date
Apr
20
2:00p
End Date
Mission History Tour
Goliad State Park & Historic Site
Enjoy a guided history tour of Mission Espiritu Santo as you learn about life in and around the mission during the Spanish Colonial Era.
Apr
20
2:00p
End Date
Apr
20
3:30p
End Date
Track Talk
Dinosaur Valley State Park
Gather round and hear the 113-million-year-old story of our dinosaur tracks!
Apr
20
6:30p
End Date
Apr
20
8:00p
End Date
Let's view the moon and stars in the Park
Lake Whitney State Park
Enjoy an evening in the park viewing the galaxy by using star maps, a laser pointer and telescopes.
Retired National Park Ranger and Astronomer Larry Smith will guide you through the planets, moon and stars.
Apr
21
9:00a
End Date
Hawk Watch
Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley State Park
Using keen eyesight, binoculars and spotting scopes, watch in awe and help keep count of the many raptors flying over as they continue their migration.
Apr
21
10:00a
End Date
All About Us!
Brazos Bend State Park
Join us to experience the park, like it's your first time, on our Creekfield Lake Trail.
Apr
21
10:00a
End Date
Track Talk
Dinosaur Valley State Park
Gather round and hear the 113-million-year-old story of our dinosaur tracks!
Apr
21
2:00p
End Date
Rock Stars of the Davis Mountains
Davis Mountains State Park
Come learn about the eruptive origin of our amazing geology.
Apr
21
5:30p
End Date
Evening Bird Walk
Galveston Island State Park
Explore the wonderful world of birds without the need for an alarm clock!
Apr
22
9:00a
End Date
Hawk Watch
Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley State Park
Using keen eyesight, binoculars and spotting scopes, watch in awe and help keep count of the many raptors flying over as they continue their migration.
Apr
23
9:00a
End Date
Hawk Watch
Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley State Park
Using keen eyesight, binoculars and spotting scopes, watch in awe and help keep count of the many raptors flying over as they continue their migration.
Apr
24
9:00a
End Date
Hawk Watch
Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley State Park
Using keen eyesight, binoculars and spotting scopes, watch in awe and help keep count of the many raptors flying over as they continue their migration.
Apr
24
10:00a
End Date
Apr
24
2:00p
End Date
Anatomy of a Wildfire
Davis Mountains State Park
Learn all about the benefits and harm that wildfires present.
Apr
24
2:00p
End Date
Amazing Microscopes!
Choke Canyon State Park - Calliham Unit
Learn how to use simple Prism Microscopes to experience the tiny living things at Choke Canyon Reservoir!
Apr
24
2:00p
End Date
Kayaking 101
Mustang Island State Park
Learn the kayaking essentials in the calm waters of Fish Pass
Apr
25
9:00a
End Date
Hawk Watch
Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley State Park
Using keen eyesight, binoculars and spotting scopes, watch in awe and help keep count of the many raptors flying over as they continue their migration.
Apr
25
2:00p
End Date
A Slice of Palo Duro Pie
Palo Duro Canyon State Park
Learn about the geology that makes up each slice of Palo Duro Canyon in this short hike.
Apr
26
9:00a
End Date
Hawk Watch
Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley State Park
Using keen eyesight, binoculars and spotting scopes, watch in awe and help keep count of the many raptors flying over as they continue their migration.
Apr
26
1:00p
End Date
Wildflower Seedbombs
Martin Dies, Jr. State Park
Explore our Wildscape Garden and make your own wildflower seed bomb! This is an "open house" style program.
Apr
26
1:30p
End Date
Wilderness Survival Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to learn about the plants and other resources native people used in our area!
Apr
26
2:00p
End Date
Apr
26
2:00p
End Date
Prairie Dogs: Talk of the Town
Caprock Canyons State Park & Trailway
Let's check out the Prairie Dog Town and get to know them and their habits!
Apr
26
6:00p
End Date
Twilight Hike
Franklin Mountains State Park
Join the Franklin Mountains Rangers for an evening hike to explore the night life at Franklin Mountains State Park.
Apr
26
7:00p
End Date
Apr
26
7:30p
End Date
Sounds of the Night
Government Canyon State Natural Area
Sssshhhh...did you hear that? What was that noise?
Apr
27
9:00a
End Date
Hawk Watch
Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley State Park
Using keen eyesight, binoculars and spotting scopes, watch in awe and help keep count of the many raptors flying over as they continue their migration.
Apr
27
9:00a
End Date
Festival of the Fish
Cooper Lake State Park - Doctors Creek Unit
Here fishy, fishy, fish! We will have several come and go programs during this celebration of fish.
Apr
27
10:00a
End Date
All About Us!
Brazos Bend State Park
Join us to experience the park, like it's your first time, on our Creekfield Lake Trail.
Apr
27
10:00a
End Date
Apr
27
10:00a
End Date
Track Talk
Dinosaur Valley State Park
Gather round and hear the 113-million-year-old story of our dinosaur tracks!
Apr
27
10:00a
End Date
Caddo Adventure Day
Caddo Lake State Park
Choose your adventure at our 1st annual Caddo Adventure Day! Fish, paddle, hike, paint, explore, learn, and more all inside our beautiful park!
Apr
27
10:00a
End Date
Apr
27
10:00a
End Date
Apr
27
10:00a
End Date
2nd Annual Fun For All
Inks Lake State Park
Join us for a fun filled and all-inclusive day with a variety of programs modified for accessibility needs.
Apr
27
10:30a
End Date
Furs and Skulls **RSVP REQ'd**
Martin Dies, Jr. State Park
Discover all about mammals as we explore furs and skulls.
Apr
27
11:00a
End Date
Apr
27
12:00p
End Date
Is this a Danger Noodle?
Stephen F. Austin State Park
Join Ranger Vinnie for a presentation about venomous and non-venomous snakes in the park.
Apr
27
1:00p
End Date
Meet Dexter the Corn Snake!
Martin Dies, Jr. State Park
Observe our resident corn snake, Dexter, up close. Discover the many different snakes that call this area home.
Apr
27
1:00p
End Date
Nature Center
Choke Canyon State Park - Calliham Unit
Come see (and touch!) skulls, feathers, skins and more! Learn about Calliham and Choke Canyon State Park. Great for kids!
Apr
27
1:30p
End Date
CCC Trail Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to learn about the Civilian Conservation Corps in our park!
Apr
27
2:00p
End Date
Apr
27
2:00p
End Date
Apr
27
2:00p
End Date
Mission History Tour
Goliad State Park & Historic Site
Enjoy a guided history tour of Mission Espiritu Santo as you learn about life in and around the mission during the Spanish Colonial Era.
Apr
27
2:00p
End Date
Apr
27
2:00p
End Date
THE Palo Duro Van Tour
Palo Duro Canyon State Park
Beat the heat with a drive through Palo Duro Canyon from the comfort of our van.
Apr
27
2:00p
End Date
Mammals of the Caprock: Skins and Skulls
Caprock Canyons State Park & Trailway
Get up close with the pelts and skulls of the animals who call Caprock home.
Apr
27
2:00p
End Date
Apr
27
2:00p
End Date
Apr
27
2:00p
End Date
Orienteering 101
Barton Warnock Visitor Center
Join a ranger to learn how to navigate the backcountry of Big Bend Ranch State Park!
Apr
27
3:00p
End Date
Conservation Hike with a Park Cop (RSVP REQ'd)
Martin Dies, Jr. State Park
Join Officer McGarry to discover all about conservation as we hike the beautiful Island Trail. Earn the prestigious "Park Police Pal" badge for completing the hike!
Apr
27
5:30p
End Date
Evening Bird Walk
Galveston Island State Park
Explore the wonderful world of birds without the need for an alarm clock!
Apr
28
9:00a
End Date
Hawk Watch
Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley State Park
Using keen eyesight, binoculars and spotting scopes, watch in awe and help keep count of the many raptors flying over as they continue their migration.
Apr
28
9:30a
End Date
Nature Journaling
Stephen F. Austin State Park
Take your creativity outside and discover where art, creative writing, and biology converge in this intro to nature journaling!
Apr
28
10:00a
End Date
All About Us!
Brazos Bend State Park
Join us to experience the park, like it's your first time, on our Creekfield Lake Trail.
Apr
28
10:00a
End Date
Track Talk
Dinosaur Valley State Park
Gather round and hear the 113-million-year-old story of our dinosaur tracks!
Apr
28
2:00p
End Date
Rock Stars of the Davis Mountains
Davis Mountains State Park
Come learn about the eruptive origin of our amazing geology.
Apr
28
2:00p
End Date
River Romp
Dinosaur Valley State Park
Come along as we walk the Paluxy River Trail in search of dinosaur tracks!
Apr
28
2:00p
End Date
Home on the Plains: Penn Farm Tour
Cedar Hill State Park
Living life on the Texas prairie was always an adventure!
Apr
29
9:00a
End Date
Hawk Watch
Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley State Park
Using keen eyesight, binoculars and spotting scopes, watch in awe and help keep count of the many raptors flying over as they continue their migration.
Apr
30
9:00a
End Date
Hawk Watch
Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley State Park
Using keen eyesight, binoculars and spotting scopes, watch in awe and help keep count of the many raptors flying over as they continue their migration.
May 2024
May
3
End Date
Great Texas Birding Classic - Big Sit!
Martin Dies, Jr. State Park
Our local Texas Master Naturalists are competing in the Great Texas Birding Classic. Stop by to learn about the birds they've observed or how to become a Master Naturalist
May
3
9:00a
End Date
News from the Big Bend
Big Bend Ranch State Park
Join rangers for a live on social media for park updates highlighting upcoming events, current park conditions, and important information when planning your trip!
May
3
1:30p
End Date
Wilderness Survival Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to learn about the plants and other resources native people used in our area!
May
3
2:00p
End Date
May
4
9:00a
End Date
Junior Ranger Academy
Government Canyon State Natural Area
Explore the trails at Government Canyon with a ranger and earn your Junior Ranger badge.
May
4
10:00a
End Date
All About Us!
Brazos Bend State Park
Join us to experience the park, like it's your first time, on our Creekfield Lake Trail.
May
4
10:00a
End Date
Morning Coffee with a Ranger
Bonham State Park
Ask your questions about Bonham State Park and other Texas State Parks.
May
4
10:00a
End Date
Bug-Eat-Bug Hike
Lockhart State Park
Explore the world of tiny predators and tiny prey; how they see and how they slay.
May
4
10:00a
End Date
Track Talk
Dinosaur Valley State Park
Gather round and hear the 113-million-year-old story of our dinosaur tracks!
May
4
1:30p
End Date
May
4
2:00p
End Date
May
4
2:00p
End Date
May
4
8:30p
End Date
Night Sounds
Lake Mineral Wells State Park & Trailway
“After attending the Night Sounds program, I found my daughter sitting on the back porch the next night, not watching TV or playing video games, but listening to nature!” – Park Visitor
May
5
10:00a
End Date
All About Us!
Brazos Bend State Park
Join us to experience the park, like it's your first time, on our Creekfield Lake Trail.
May
5
10:00a
End Date
Track Talk
Dinosaur Valley State Park
Gather round and hear the 113-million-year-old story of our dinosaur tracks!
May
10
1:30p
End Date
Wilderness Survival Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to learn about the plants and other resources native people used in our area!
May
10
2:00p
End Date
May
11
9:00a
End Date
Nature Journaling
Government Canyon State Natural Area
Slow down and deepen your experience of the natural world with mindful observations.
May
11
10:00a
End Date
All About Us!
Brazos Bend State Park
Join us to experience the park, like it's your first time, on our Creekfield Lake Trail.
May
11
10:00a
End Date
May
11
10:00a
End Date
Golden-cheeked Warblers: Native Texan Songbirds
Guadalupe River State Park
Learn about Golden-cheeked Warblers and then join Ranger Jessica on a brief walk to try to see or hear one!
May
11
12:00p
End Date
Is this a Danger Noodle?
Stephen F. Austin State Park
Join Ranger Vinnie for a presentation about venomous and non-venomous snakes in the park.
May
11
1:30p
End Date
CCC Trail Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to learn about the Civilian Conservation Corps in our park!
May
11
2:00p
End Date
May
11
8:00p
End Date
Let's view the moon and stars in the Park
Lake Whitney State Park
Enjoy an evening in the park viewing the galaxy by using star maps, a laser pointer and telescopes.
Retired National Park Ranger and Astronomer Larry Smith will guide you through the planets, moon and stars.
May
12
10:00a
End Date
All About Us!
Brazos Bend State Park
Join us to experience the park, like it's your first time, on our Creekfield Lake Trail.
May
14
10:00a
End Date
Homeschool Program
Davis Mountains State Park
This outdoor education program promises a fun time for kids and parents, too.
May
17
9:00a
End Date
News from the Big Bend
Big Bend Ranch State Park
Join rangers for a live on social media for park updates highlighting upcoming events, current park conditions, and important information when planning your trip!
May
17
1:30p
End Date
Wilderness Survival Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to learn about the plants and other resources native people used in our area!
May
17
2:00p
End Date
May
17
6:30p
End Date
Huntsville State Park | Two Night Event | Texas Outdoor Family (Registration Open)
Huntsville State Park
Join us for a fun-filled weekend and discover the joys of camping in your Texas State Parks.
May
18
9:00a
End Date
Forest Bathing
Lockhart State Park
Immerse yourself in nature to de-stress and improve your well-being.
May
18
10:00a
End Date
All About Us!
Brazos Bend State Park
Join us to experience the park, like it's your first time, on our Creekfield Lake Trail.
May
18
10:00a
End Date
Scavenger Hunt Hike
Lockhart State Park
Embark on a scavenger adventure - from vultures and insects to a scavenger-themed scavenger hunt - you won’t want to miss this fun hike!
May
18
10:00a
End Date
Dutch Oven Cooking
Ray Roberts Lake State Park - Isle Du Bois Unit
Join Members of the Lone Star Dutch Oven Society to learn about the skills and techniques of Dutch oven cooking.
May
18
10:00a
End Date
Nature Talks: Check out these trees
Stephen F. Austin State Park
There are many trees in the forest, but what makes them special? Come find out at Stephen F. Austin State Park.
May
18
1:30p
End Date
May
18
2:00p
End Date
May
18
5:00p
End Date
S'mores and Skills
Sea Rim State Park
Celebrate National Kids to Parks Day by learning a new skill and making some s'mores!
May
18
8:30p
End Date
Owl Prowl
Lake Mineral Wells State Park & Trailway
Did you ever hear or see an owl at night?. . . Here is a good opportunity!
May
19
10:00a
End Date
All About Us!
Brazos Bend State Park
Join us to experience the park, like it's your first time, on our Creekfield Lake Trail.
May
24
1:30p
End Date
Wilderness Survival Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to learn about the plants and other resources native people used in our area!
May
24
2:00p
End Date
May
24
7:30p
End Date
Sounds of the Night
Government Canyon State Natural Area
Sssshhhh...did you hear that? What was that noise?
May
25
10:00a
End Date
All About Us!
Brazos Bend State Park
Join us to experience the park, like it's your first time, on our Creekfield Lake Trail.
May
25
10:00a
End Date
Edible Plants Walk
Lockhart State Park
Join us to explore the wild treats of the woods in this fun hike!
May
25
10:00a
End Date
Yoga and Forest Bathing
Ray Roberts Lake State Park - Johnson Branch Unit
Need to relax after a stressful week? Join yoga instructor Sandra for morning yoga and forest bathing.
May
25
1:30p
End Date
CCC Trail Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to learn about the Civilian Conservation Corps in our park!
May
25
2:00p
End Date
May
26
10:00a
End Date
All About Us!
Brazos Bend State Park
Join us to experience the park, like it's your first time, on our Creekfield Lake Trail.
May
26
9:00p
End Date
Stargazing the Texas Night Sky
Lake Mineral Wells State Park & Trailway
“The stars at night are big and bright …” Learn more about one of Texas’ best natural resources – the night sky.
May
31
9:00a
End Date
News from the Big Bend
Big Bend Ranch State Park
Join rangers for a live on social media for park updates highlighting upcoming events, current park conditions, and important information when planning your trip!
May
31
1:30p
End Date
Wilderness Survival Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to learn about the plants and other resources native people used in our area!
May
31
2:00p
End Date
June 2024
Jun
1
10:00a
End Date
All About Us!
Brazos Bend State Park
Join us to experience the park, like it's your first time, on our Creekfield Lake Trail.
Jun
1
10:00a
End Date
Morning Coffee with a Ranger
Bonham State Park
Ask your questions about Bonham State Park and other Texas State Parks.
Jun
1
1:30p
End Date
Jun
1
2:00p
End Date
Jun
1
8:00p
End Date
Let's view the moon and stars in the Park
Lake Whitney State Park
Enjoy an evening in the park viewing the galaxy by using star maps, a laser pointer and telescopes.
Retired National Park Ranger and Astronomer Larry Smith will guide you through the planets, moon and stars.
Jun
2
10:00a
End Date
All About Us!
Brazos Bend State Park
Join us to experience the park, like it's your first time, on our Creekfield Lake Trail.
Jun
7
1:30p
End Date
Wilderness Survival Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to learn about the plants and other resources native people used in our area!
Jun
7
2:00p
End Date
Jun
7
7:00p
End Date
Bat Talk and Walk
Government Canyon State Natural Area
Join our special guests from Bat Conservation International, who will discuss bats and their importance. Following the presentation, we will walk the trails with a handheld bat detector to see which bat species are in the air above us.
Jun
8
9:00a
End Date
Junior Ranger Academy
Government Canyon State Natural Area
Explore the trails at Government Canyon with a ranger and earn your Junior Ranger badge.
Jun
8
10:00a
End Date
All About Us!
Brazos Bend State Park
Join us to experience the park, like it's your first time, on our Creekfield Lake Trail.
Jun
8
1:30p
End Date
CCC Trail Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to learn about the Civilian Conservation Corps in our park!
Jun
8
2:00p
End Date
Jun
9
10:00a
End Date
All About Us!
Brazos Bend State Park
Join us to experience the park, like it's your first time, on our Creekfield Lake Trail.
Jun
10
9:00a
End Date
Camp Wild: Summer Day Camp (Registration April 1- May 10, 2024)
Stephen F. Austin State Park
Let's get some kids outside this summer at Stephen F. Austin State Park. This 4-day adventure for 10- to 12-year olds actively engages children with nature through outdoor and creative activities.
Jun
11
10:00a
End Date
Homeschool Program
Davis Mountains State Park
This outdoor education program promises a fun time for kids and parents, too.
Jun
14
1:30p
End Date
Wilderness Survival Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to learn about the plants and other resources native people used in our area!
Jun
14
2:00p
End Date
Jun
15
9:30a
End Date
Adaptation Artistry
Government Canyon State Natural Area
How do spotted fur, big ears, long tails, and other special features help animals survive in a challenging environment?
Jun
15
1:30p
End Date
Jun
15
2:00p
End Date
Jun
21
1:30p
End Date
Wilderness Survival Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to learn about the plants and other resources native people used in our area!
Jun
21
2:00p
End Date
Jun
22
8:30a
End Date
Nature Journaling
Government Canyon State Natural Area
Slow down and deepen your experience of the natural world with mindful observations.
Jun
22
1:30p
End Date
CCC Trail Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to learn about the Civilian Conservation Corps in our park!
Jun
22
2:00p
End Date
Jun
28
1:30p
End Date
Wilderness Survival Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to learn about the plants and other resources native people used in our area!
Jun
28
2:00p
End Date
Jun
29
1:30p
End Date
Jun
29
2:00p
End Date
Jun
29
8:30p
End Date
Night Crawlers
Government Canyon State Natural Area
Glow-in-the-dark scorpions, mysterious moths, and more...this night walk is just for invertebrate enthusiasts.
July 2024
Jul
5
1:30p
End Date
Wilderness Survival Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to learn about the plants and other resources native people used in our area!
Jul
5
2:00p
End Date
Jul
5
8:00p
End Date
S'mores Storytime
Government Canyon State Natural Area
Stop by for an evening storytime and nature show-and-tell, followed by s'mores and a setting sun.
Jul
6
10:00a
End Date
Morning Coffee with a Ranger
Bonham State Park
Ask your questions about Bonham State Park and other Texas State Parks.
Jul
6
1:30p
End Date
CCC Trail Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to learn about the Civilian Conservation Corps in our park!
Jul
6
2:00p
End Date
Jul
6
8:00p
End Date
Let's view the moon and stars in the Park
Lake Whitney State Park
Enjoy an evening in the park viewing the galaxy by using star maps, a laser pointer and telescopes.
Retired National Park Ranger and Astronomer Larry Smith will guide you through the planets, moon and stars.
Jul
12
1:30p
End Date
Wilderness Survival Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to learn about the plants and other resources native people used in our area!
Jul
12
2:00p
End Date
Jul
13
9:00a
End Date
Junior Ranger Academy
Government Canyon State Natural Area
Explore the trails at Government Canyon with a ranger and earn your Junior Ranger badge.
Jul
13
1:30p
End Date
Jul
13
2:00p
End Date
Jul
19
1:30p
End Date
Wilderness Survival Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to learn about the plants and other resources native people used in our area!
Jul
19
2:00p
End Date
Jul
20
1:30p
End Date
CCC Trail Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to learn about the Civilian Conservation Corps in our park!
Jul
20
2:00p
End Date
Jul
20
8:30p
End Date
Night Crawlers
Government Canyon State Natural Area
Glow-in-the-dark scorpions, mysterious moths, and more...this night walk is just for invertebrate enthusiasts.
Jul
26
1:30p
End Date
Wilderness Survival Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to learn about the plants and other resources native people used in our area!
Jul
26
2:00p
End Date
Jul
27
1:30p
End Date
Jul
27
2:00p
End Date
August 2024
Aug
2
1:30p
End Date
Wilderness Survival Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to learn about the plants and other resources native people used in our area!
Aug
2
2:00p
End Date
Aug
3
10:00a
End Date
Morning Coffee with a Ranger
Bonham State Park
Ask your questions about Bonham State Park and other Texas State Parks.
Aug
3
1:30p
End Date
CCC Trail Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to learn about the Civilian Conservation Corps in our park!
Aug
3
2:00p
End Date
Aug
3
7:30p
End Date
Sounds of the Night
Government Canyon State Natural Area
Sssshhhh...did you hear that? What was that noise?
Aug
9
1:30p
End Date
Wilderness Survival Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to learn about the plants and other resources native people used in our area!
Aug
9
2:00p
End Date
Aug
10
1:30p
End Date
Aug
10
2:00p
End Date
Aug
10
8:00p
End Date
S'mores Storytime
Government Canyon State Natural Area
Stop by for an evening storytime and nature show-and-tell, followed by s'mores and a setting sun.
Aug
16
1:30p
End Date
Wilderness Survival Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to learn about the plants and other resources native people used in our area!
Aug
16
2:00p
End Date
Aug
17
1:30p
End Date
CCC Trail Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to learn about the Civilian Conservation Corps in our park!
Aug
17
2:00p
End Date
Aug
17
8:00p
End Date
Let's view the moon and stars in the Park
Lake Whitney State Park
Enjoy an evening in the park viewing the galaxy by using star maps, a laser pointer and telescopes.
Retired National Park Ranger and Astronomer Larry Smith will guide you through the planets, moon and stars.
Aug
23
1:30p
End Date
Wilderness Survival Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to learn about the plants and other resources native people used in our area!
Aug
23
2:00p
End Date
Aug
24
1:30p
End Date
Aug
24
2:00p
End Date
Aug
30
1:30p
End Date
Wilderness Survival Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to learn about the plants and other resources native people used in our area!
Aug
30
2:00p
End Date
Aug
31
1:30p
End Date
CCC Trail Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to learn about the Civilian Conservation Corps in our park!
Aug
31
2:00p
End Date
September 2024
Sep
6
1:30p
End Date
Wilderness Survival Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to learn about the plants and other resources native people used in our area!
Sep
6
2:00p
End Date
Sep
6
7:00p
End Date
Prairie in Your Pocket
Government Canyon State Natural Area
Wildlife habitat isn't just in our parks. Your own yard can provide a place of refuge for butterflies, birds, and other wildlife...as well as yourself.
Sep
7
10:00a
End Date
Morning Coffee with a Ranger
Bonham State Park
Ask your questions about Bonham State Park and other Texas State Parks.
Sep
7
1:30p
End Date
Sep
7
2:00p
End Date
Sep
13
1:30p
End Date
Wilderness Survival Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to learn about the plants and other resources native people used in our area!
Sep
13
2:00p
End Date
Sep
14
1:30p
End Date
CCC Trail Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to learn about the Civilian Conservation Corps in our park!
Sep
14
2:00p
End Date
Sep
20
1:30p
End Date
Wilderness Survival Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to learn about the plants and other resources native people used in our area!
Sep
20
2:00p
End Date
Sep
21
9:00a
End Date
Junior Ranger Academy
Government Canyon State Natural Area
Explore the trails at Government Canyon with a ranger and earn your Junior Ranger badge.
Sep
21
1:30p
End Date
Sep
21
2:00p
End Date
Sep
27
1:30p
End Date
Wilderness Survival Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to learn about the plants and other resources native people used in our area!
Sep
27
2:00p
End Date
Sep
28
9:00a
End Date
Birding for Beginners
Government Canyon State Natural Area
Was that a kinglet, or a kingbird? Learn how you can add birding to your outdoor skills set.
Sep
28
1:30p
End Date
CCC Trail Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to learn about the Civilian Conservation Corps in our park!
Sep
28
2:00p
End Date
Sep
28
8:00p
End Date
Let's view the moon and stars in the Park
Lake Whitney State Park
Enjoy an evening in the park viewing the galaxy by using star maps, a laser pointer and telescopes.
Retired National Park Ranger and Astronomer Larry Smith will guide you through the planets, moon and stars.
October 2024
Oct
4
1:30p
End Date
Wilderness Survival Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to learn about the plants and other resources native people used in our area!
Oct
4
2:00p
End Date
Oct
5
8:30a
End Date
Nature Journaling
Government Canyon State Natural Area
Slow down and deepen your experience of the natural world with mindful observations.
Oct
5
10:00a
End Date
Morning Coffee with a Ranger
Bonham State Park
Ask your questions about Bonham State Park and other Texas State Parks.
Oct
5
1:30p
End Date
Oct
5
2:00p
End Date
Oct
11
1:30p
End Date
Wilderness Survival Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to learn about the plants and other resources native people used in our area!
Oct
11
2:00p
End Date
Oct
12
1:30p
End Date
CCC Trail Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to learn about the Civilian Conservation Corps in our park!
Oct
12
2:00p
End Date
Oct
18
1:30p
End Date
Wilderness Survival Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to learn about the plants and other resources native people used in our area!
Oct
18
2:00p
End Date
Oct
19
1:30p
End Date
Oct
19
2:00p
End Date
Oct
19
8:00p
End Date
Let's view the moon and stars in the Park
Lake Whitney State Park
Enjoy an evening in the park viewing the galaxy by using star maps, a laser pointer and telescopes.
Retired National Park Ranger and Astronomer Larry Smith will guide you through the planets, moon and stars.
Oct
25
1:30p
End Date
Wilderness Survival Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to learn about the plants and other resources native people used in our area!
Oct
25
2:00p
End Date
Oct
26
1:30p
End Date
CCC Trail Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to learn about the Civilian Conservation Corps in our park!
Oct
26
2:00p
End Date
November 2024
Nov
1
1:30p
End Date
Wilderness Survival Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to learn about the plants and other resources native people used in our area!
Nov
1
2:00p
End Date
Nov
2
10:00a
End Date
Morning Coffee with a Ranger
Bonham State Park
Ask your questions about Bonham State Park and other Texas State Parks.
Nov
2
1:30p
End Date
Nov
2
2:00p
End Date
Nov
2
7:00p
End Date
Stargazing Party in the Park
Lake Whitney State Park
Enjoy an evening in the park as you explore the galaxy by star maps and telescope. Retired national park ranger/astronomer Larry Smith will guide you through the planets, moon and stars with fascinating facts.
Nov
8
1:30p
End Date
Wilderness Survival Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to learn about the plants and other resources native people used in our area!
Nov
8
2:00p
End Date
Nov
9
1:30p
End Date
CCC Trail Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to learn about the Civilian Conservation Corps in our park!
Nov
9
2:00p
End Date
Nov
15
1:30p
End Date
Wilderness Survival Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to learn about the plants and other resources native people used in our area!
Nov
15
2:00p
End Date
Nov
16
1:30p
End Date
Nov
16
2:00p
End Date
Nov
22
1:30p
End Date
Wilderness Survival Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to learn about the plants and other resources native people used in our area!
Nov
22
2:00p
End Date
Nov
23
1:30p
End Date
CCC Trail Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to learn about the Civilian Conservation Corps in our park!
Nov
23
2:00p
End Date
Nov
29
1:30p
End Date
Wilderness Survival Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to learn about the plants and other resources native people used in our area!
Nov
29
2:00p
End Date
Nov
30
1:30p
End Date
Nov
30
2:00p
End Date
December 2024
Dec
6
1:30p
End Date
Wilderness Survival Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to learn about the plants and other resources native people used in our area!
Dec
6
2:00p
End Date
Dec
7
1:30p
End Date
CCC Trail Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to learn about the Civilian Conservation Corps in our park!
Dec
7
2:00p
End Date
Dec
13
1:30p
End Date
Wilderness Survival Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to learn about the plants and other resources native people used in our area!
Dec
13
2:00p
End Date
Dec
14
1:30p
End Date
Dec
14
2:00p
End Date
Dec
20
1:30p
End Date
Wilderness Survival Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to learn about the plants and other resources native people used in our area!
Dec
21
1:30p
End Date
CCC Trail Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to learn about the Civilian Conservation Corps in our park!
Dec
27
1:30p
End Date
Wilderness Survival Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to learn about the plants and other resources native people used in our area!
Dec
28
1:30p
End Date
Dec
31
9:30p
End Date
Black Light Hike & Scavenger Hunt at Midnight!
Fort Parker State Park
Take a New Year’s hike at midnight with a Fort Parker State Park Ranger! Visit the 1/2-mile Bur Oak Trail and see what you might with an awesome black light! Continue the New Year's fun with a "Riddle-Me-This" scavenger hunt by moonlight. Can you answer the riddles to ring in the New Year?
January 2025
Jan
3
1:30p
End Date
Wilderness Survival Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to learn about the plants and other resources native people used in our area!
Jan
4
1:30p
End Date
CCC Trail Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to learn about the Civilian Conservation Corps in our park!
Jan
10
1:30p
End Date
Wilderness Survival Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to learn about the plants and other resources native people used in our area!
Jan
11
1:30p
End Date
Jan
17
1:30p
End Date
Wilderness Survival Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to learn about the plants and other resources native people used in our area!
Jan
18
1:30p
End Date
CCC Trail Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to learn about the Civilian Conservation Corps in our park!
Jan
24
1:30p
End Date
Wilderness Survival Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to learn about the plants and other resources native people used in our area!
Jan
25
1:30p
End Date
Jan
31
1:30p
End Date
Wilderness Survival Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to learn about the plants and other resources native people used in our area!
February 2025
Feb
1
1:30p
End Date
CCC Trail Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to learn about the Civilian Conservation Corps in our park!
Feb
7
1:30p
End Date
Wilderness Survival Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to learn about the plants and other resources native people used in our area!
Feb
8
1:30p
End Date
Feb
14
1:30p
End Date
Wilderness Survival Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to learn about the plants and other resources native people used in our area!
Feb
15
1:30p
End Date
CCC Trail Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to learn about the Civilian Conservation Corps in our park!
Feb
21
1:30p
End Date
Wilderness Survival Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to learn about the plants and other resources native people used in our area!
Feb
22
1:30p
End Date
Feb
28
1:30p
End Date
Wilderness Survival Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to learn about the plants and other resources native people used in our area!
March 2025
Mar
1
1:30p
End Date
CCC Trail Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to learn about the Civilian Conservation Corps in our park!
Mar
7
1:30p
End Date
Wilderness Survival Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to learn about the plants and other resources native people used in our area!
Mar
8
1:30p
End Date
Mar
14
1:30p
End Date
Wilderness Survival Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to learn about the plants and other resources native people used in our area!
Mar
15
1:30p
End Date
CCC Trail Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to learn about the Civilian Conservation Corps in our park!
Mar
21
1:30p
End Date
Wilderness Survival Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to learn about the plants and other resources native people used in our area!
Mar
22
1:30p
End Date
Mar
28
1:30p
End Date
Wilderness Survival Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to learn about the plants and other resources native people used in our area!
Mar
29
1:30p
End Date
CCC Trail Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to learn about the Civilian Conservation Corps in our park!
April 2025
Apr
4
1:30p
End Date
Wilderness Survival Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to learn about the plants and other resources native people used in our area!
Apr
5
1:30p
End Date
Apr
11
1:30p
End Date
Wilderness Survival Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to learn about the plants and other resources native people used in our area!
Apr
12
1:30p
End Date
CCC Trail Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to learn about the Civilian Conservation Corps in our park!
Apr
18
1:30p
End Date
Wilderness Survival Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to learn about the plants and other resources native people used in our area!
Apr
19
1:30p
End Date
Apr
25
1:30p
End Date
Wilderness Survival Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to learn about the plants and other resources native people used in our area!
Apr
26
1:30p
End Date
CCC Trail Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to learn about the Civilian Conservation Corps in our park!
May 2025
May
2
1:30p
End Date
Wilderness Survival Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
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May
3
1:30p
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May
9
1:30p
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Wilderness Survival Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
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May
10
1:30p
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CCC Trail Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
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May
16
1:30p
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Wilderness Survival Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
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May
17
1:30p
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May
23
1:30p
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Wilderness Survival Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
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May
24
1:30p
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CCC Trail Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
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May
30
1:30p
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Wilderness Survival Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
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May
31
1:30p
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June 2025
Jun
6
1:30p
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Wilderness Survival Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
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Jun
7
1:30p
End Date
CCC Trail Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
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Jun
13
1:30p
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Wilderness Survival Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
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Jun
14
1:30p
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Jun
20
1:30p
End Date
Wilderness Survival Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
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Jun
21
1:30p
End Date
CCC Trail Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
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Jun
27
1:30p
End Date
Wilderness Survival Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
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Jun
28
1:30p
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July 2025
Jul
4
1:30p
End Date
Wilderness Survival Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
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Jul
5
1:30p
End Date
CCC Trail Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
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Jul
11
1:30p
End Date
Wilderness Survival Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
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Jul
12
1:30p
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Jul
18
1:30p
End Date
Wilderness Survival Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
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Jul
19
1:30p
End Date
CCC Trail Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
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Jul
25
1:30p
End Date
Wilderness Survival Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
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Jul
26
1:30p
End Date
August 2025
Aug
1
1:30p
End Date
Wilderness Survival Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
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Aug
2
1:30p
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CCC Trail Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
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Aug
8
1:30p
End Date
Wilderness Survival Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
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Aug
9
1:30p
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Aug
15
1:30p
End Date
Wilderness Survival Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
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Aug
16
1:30p
End Date
CCC Trail Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
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Aug
22
1:30p
End Date
Wilderness Survival Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
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Aug
23
1:30p
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Aug
29
1:30p
End Date
Wilderness Survival Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
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Aug
30
1:30p
End Date
CCC Trail Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
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September 2025
Sep
5
1:30p
End Date
Wilderness Survival Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
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Sep
6
1:30p
End Date
Sep
12
1:30p
End Date
Wilderness Survival Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
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Sep
13
1:30p
End Date
CCC Trail Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
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Sep
19
1:30p
End Date
Wilderness Survival Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
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Sep
20
1:30p
End Date
Sep
26
1:30p
End Date
Wilderness Survival Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
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Sep
27
1:30p
End Date
CCC Trail Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
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October 2025
Oct
3
1:30p
End Date
Wilderness Survival Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
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Oct
4
1:30p
End Date
Oct
10
1:30p
End Date
Wilderness Survival Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
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Oct
11
1:30p
End Date
CCC Trail Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
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Oct
17
1:30p
End Date
Wilderness Survival Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
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Oct
18
1:30p
End Date
Oct
24
1:30p
End Date
Wilderness Survival Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
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Oct
25
1:30p
End Date
CCC Trail Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
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Oct
31
1:30p
End Date
Wilderness Survival Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
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November 2025
Nov
1
1:30p
End Date
Nov
7
1:30p
End Date
Wilderness Survival Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
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Nov
8
1:30p
End Date
CCC Trail Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
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Nov
14
1:30p
End Date
Wilderness Survival Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
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Nov
15
1:30p
End Date
Nov
21
1:30p
End Date
Wilderness Survival Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
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Nov
22
1:30p
End Date
CCC Trail Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
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Nov
28
1:30p
End Date
Wilderness Survival Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
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Nov
29
1:30p
End Date
December 2025
Dec
5
1:30p
End Date
Wilderness Survival Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
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Dec
6
1:30p
End Date
CCC Trail Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
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Dec
12
1:30p
End Date
Wilderness Survival Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
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Dec
13
1:30p
End Date
Dec
19
1:30p
End Date
Wilderness Survival Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
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Dec
20
1:30p
End Date
CCC Trail Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
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Dec
26
1:30p
End Date
Wilderness Survival Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
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Dec
27
1:30p
End Date
Dec
31
9:30p
End Date
Black Light Hike & Scavenger Hunt at Midnight!
Fort Parker State Park
Take a New Year’s hike at midnight with a Fort Parker State Park Ranger! Visit the 1/2-mile Bur Oak Trail and see what you might with an awesome black light! Continue the New Year's fun with a "Riddle-Me-This" scavenger hunt by moonlight. Can you answer the riddles to ring in the New Year?
January 2026
Jan
3
1:30p
End Date
CCC Trail Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
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Jan
10
1:30p
End Date
Jan
17
1:30p
End Date
CCC Trail Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
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Jan
24
1:30p
End Date
Jan
31
1:30p
End Date
CCC Trail Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
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February 2026
Feb
7
1:30p
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Feb
21
1:30p
End Date
March 2026
Mar
7
1:30p
End Date
Mar
21
1:30p
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April 2026
Apr
4
1:30p
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Apr
18
1:30p
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May 2026
May
2
1:30p
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May
16
1:30p
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May
30
1:30p
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June 2026
Jun
13
1:30p
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Jun
27
1:30p
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July 2026
Jul
11
1:30p
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Jul
25
1:30p
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August 2026
Aug
8
1:30p
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Aug
22
1:30p
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September 2026
Sep
5
1:30p
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Sep
19
1:30p
End Date
October 2026
Oct
3
1:30p
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Oct
17
1:30p
End Date
Oct
31
1:30p
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November 2026
Nov
14
1:30p
End Date
Nov
28
1:30p
End Date
December 2026
Dec
12
1:30p
End Date
Dec
26
1:30p
End Date
Dec
31
9:30p
End Date
Black Light Hike & Scavenger Hunt at Midnight!
Fort Parker State Park
Take a New Year’s hike at midnight with a Fort Parker State Park Ranger! Visit the 1/2-mile Bur Oak Trail and see what you might with an awesome black light! Continue the New Year's fun with a "Riddle-Me-This" scavenger hunt by moonlight. Can you answer the riddles to ring in the New Year?
January 2027
Jan
9
1:30p
End Date
Jan
23
1:30p
End Date
February 2027
Feb
6
1:30p
End Date
Feb
20
1:30p
End Date
March 2027
Mar
6
1:30p
End Date
Mar
20
1:30p
End Date
April 2027
Apr
3
1:30p
End Date
Apr
17
1:30p
End Date
May 2027
May
1
1:30p
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May
15
1:30p
End Date
May
29
1:30p
End Date
June 2027
Jun
12
1:30p
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Jun
26
1:30p
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July 2027
Jul
10
1:30p
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Jul
24
1:30p
End Date
August 2027
Aug
7
1:30p
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Aug
21
1:30p
End Date
September 2027
Sep
4
1:30p
End Date
Sep
18
1:30p
End Date
October 2027
Oct
2
1:30p
End Date
Oct
16
1:30p
End Date
Oct
30
1:30p
End Date
November 2027
Nov
13
1:30p
End Date
Nov
27
1:30p
End Date
December 2027
Dec
11
1:30p
End Date
Dec
25
1:30p
End Date
Dec
31
9:30p
End Date
Black Light Hike & Scavenger Hunt at Midnight!
Fort Parker State Park
Take a New Year’s hike at midnight with a Fort Parker State Park Ranger! Visit the 1/2-mile Bur Oak Trail and see what you might with an awesome black light! Continue the New Year's fun with a "Riddle-Me-This" scavenger hunt by moonlight. Can you answer the riddles to ring in the New Year?
January 2028
Jan
8
1:30p
End Date
December 2028
Dec
31
9:30p
End Date
Black Light Hike & Scavenger Hunt at Midnight!
Fort Parker State Park
Take a New Year’s hike at midnight with a Fort Parker State Park Ranger! Visit the 1/2-mile Bur Oak Trail and see what you might with an awesome black light! Continue the New Year's fun with a "Riddle-Me-This" scavenger hunt by moonlight. Can you answer the riddles to ring in the New Year?
December 2029
Dec
31
9:30p
End Date
Black Light Hike & Scavenger Hunt at Midnight!
Fort Parker State Park
Take a New Year’s hike at midnight with a Fort Parker State Park Ranger! Visit the 1/2-mile Bur Oak Trail and see what you might with an awesome black light! Continue the New Year's fun with a "Riddle-Me-This" scavenger hunt by moonlight. Can you answer the riddles to ring in the New Year?