Calendar of Events

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October 2025

Oct 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.
Oct 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.
Oct 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.
Oct 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.
Oct 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.
Oct 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.
Oct 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.
Oct 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.
Oct 9
8:30a
End Date

Trail Maintenance Mornings

Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
Volunteer your time with Enchanted Rock SNA staff and work to rebuild our trails.
Oct 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.
Oct 9
5:30p
End Date

Friends of Stephen F. Austin State Park – Monthly Meeting

Stephen F. Austin State Park
Join Us – Become a Friend of Stephen F. Austin State Park!
Oct 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.
Oct 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.
Oct 11
9:00a
End Date

Friends of Guadalupe River State Park/Honey Creek State Natural Area at Herff Farm

Boerne, TX - Farmers Market at Herff Farm
Come visit the Friends of Guadalupe River State Park/Honey Creek State Natural Area at the Farmers Market at Herff Farm!
Oct 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.
Oct 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.
Oct 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.
Oct 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.
Oct 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.
Oct 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.
Oct 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.
Oct 18
9:00a
End Date

Women's Hike

Caprock Canyons State Park & Trailway
Peak Power. Girl Power.
Oct 19
9:00a
End Date

Volunteer Trail Work Day

Palo Duro Canyon State Park
Get your hands dirty and help keep our trails beautiful!
Oct 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.
Oct 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.
Oct 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.
Oct 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.
Oct 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.
Oct 23
5:30p
End Date

Picnic in the Park

Buescher State Park
Friends of the Lost Pines State Parks presents their annual Picnic in the Park at the Picnic Pavilion at Buescher State Park! Free event, free food, free fun!
Oct 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.
Oct 25
9:00a
End Date

Volunteer Workdays - Trail Maintenance

Village Creek State Park
Need volunteer hours? Help your local State Park look great!
Oct 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.
Oct 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.
Oct 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.
Oct 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.
Oct 28
6:00p
End Date

Friends of Abilene State Park Meeting

Abilene, TX - Abilene Public Library - South Branch
The Friends of Abilene State Park is a group of interested citizens that actively support the park.
Oct 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.
Oct 30
8:30a
End Date

Trail Maintenance Mornings

Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
Volunteer your time with Enchanted Rock SNA staff and work to rebuild our trails.
Oct 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.
Oct 31 End Date

Park Host Virtual Information Session

Inks Lake State Park
Learn what it means to be a park host and how you can begin your hosting adventures with us!
Oct 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.

November 2025

Nov 13
5:30p
End Date

Friends of Stephen F. Austin State Park – Monthly Meeting

Stephen F. Austin State Park
Join Us – Become a Friend of Stephen F. Austin State Park!
Nov 15
9:00a
End Date

Women's Hike

Caprock Canyons State Park & Trailway
Peak Power. Girl Power.
Nov 18
6:00p
End Date

Friends of Abilene State Park Meeting

Abilene, TX - Abilene Public Library - South Branch
The Friends of Abilene State Park is a group of interested citizens that actively support the park.
Nov 21
6:30p
End Date

Texas Outdoor Family Outdoor Leadership Training | Bastrop State Park (Application Open Until November 6th)

Bastrop 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?
Nov 21
6:30p
End Date

Texas Outdoor Family Outdoor Leadership Training | Cedar Hill State Park (Application Open Until November 6th)

Cedar Hill 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?
Nov 29
9:00a
End Date

Volunteer Workdays - Trail Maintenance

Village Creek State Park
Need volunteer hours? Help your local State Park look great!

December 2025

Dec 27
9:00a
End Date

Volunteer Workdays - Trail Maintenance

Village Creek State Park
Need volunteer hours? Help your local State Park look great!
Dec 31 End Date

Park Host Virtual Information Session

Inks Lake State Park
Learn what it means to be a park host and how you can begin your hosting adventures with us!

January 2026

Jan 2
6:00a
End Date

Christmas Bird Count - Bentsen/Anzalduas

Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley State Park
Birders of all skill levels are invited to help survey birds in our count circle. Participation is free.
Jan 27
6:00p
End Date

Friends of Abilene State Park Meeting

Abilene, TX - Abilene Public Library - South Branch
The Friends of Abilene State Park is a group of interested citizens that actively support the park.
Jan 31 End Date

Park Host Virtual Information Session

Inks Lake State Park
Learn what it means to be a park host and how you can begin your hosting adventures with us!
Jan 31
9:00a
End Date

Volunteer Workdays - Trail Maintenance

Village Creek State Park
Need volunteer hours? Help your local State Park look great!

February 2026

Feb 24
6:00p
End Date

Friends of Abilene State Park Meeting

Abilene, TX - Abilene Public Library - South Branch
The Friends of Abilene State Park is a group of interested citizens that actively support the park.
Feb 28
9:00a
End Date

Volunteer Workdays - Trail Maintenance

Village Creek State Park
Need volunteer hours? Help your local State Park look great!

March 2026

Mar 24
6:00p
End Date

Friends of Abilene State Park Meeting

Abilene, TX - Abilene Public Library - South Branch
The Friends of Abilene State Park is a group of interested citizens that actively support the park.
Mar 28
9:00a
End Date

Volunteer Workdays - Trail Maintenance

Village Creek State Park
Need volunteer hours? Help your local State Park look great!
Mar 31 End Date

Park Host Virtual Information Session

Inks Lake State Park
Learn what it means to be a park host and how you can begin your hosting adventures with us!

April 2026

Apr 25
9:00a
End Date

Volunteer Workdays - Trail Maintenance

Village Creek State Park
Need volunteer hours? Help your local State Park look great!
Apr 28
6:00p
End Date

Friends of Abilene State Park Meeting

Abilene, TX - Abilene Public Library - South Branch
The Friends of Abilene State Park is a group of interested citizens that actively support the park.

May 2026

May 26
6:00p
End Date

Friends of Abilene State Park Meeting

Abilene, TX - Abilene Public Library - South Branch
The Friends of Abilene State Park is a group of interested citizens that actively support the park.
May 31 End Date

Park Host Virtual Information Session

Inks Lake State Park
Learn what it means to be a park host and how you can begin your hosting adventures with us!

July 2026

Jul 31 End Date

Park Host Virtual Information Session

Inks Lake State Park
Learn what it means to be a park host and how you can begin your hosting adventures with us!