Wildlife Viewing
August 2025
Aug
8
8:00p
End Date
Herp Hike
Atlanta State Park
Join a ranger on a hike to find some of our hopping and slithering friends!
Aug
9
8:00a
End Date
Guided Birdwatching Hike
Mission Tejas State Park
Come join state park staff at Mission Tejas for a morning birdwatching hike!
Aug
9
8:00a
End Date
Second Saturday Birdwatching
Martin Dies, Jr. State Park
Join us on the second Saturday of the month to bird watch with a knowledgeable volunteer!
Aug
9
8:30a
End Date
Kayak Tour of St. Charles Bay (Registration Required)
Goose Island State Park
What will we discover on the bay?
Aug
9
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.
Aug
9
9:00a
End Date
Skins, Skulls, Scales and Scat
Pedernales Falls State Park
What can we learn about wildlife from what they leave behind?
Aug
9
9:00a
End Date
Bison & Longhorn Self-Guided Viewing
San Angelo State Park
Watch Bison and Longhorn graze and meet with park staff!
Aug
9
9:30a
End Date
Introduction to Kayaking
Choke Canyon State Park - Calliham Unit
RESERVATION ONLY... please call 361-786-3868. Come kayak the water at Choke Canyon Reservoir in this beginner friendly class!
Aug
9
10:00a
End Date
Bay Exploration
Galveston Island State Park
Explore the marsh and bay ecosystems, on land and below the surface.
Aug
9
10:00a
End Date
Wildlife Viewing
Cooper Lake State Park - Doctors Creek Unit
Learn some tips and tricks on viewing wildlife.
Aug
9
10:00a
End Date
Tide Talk and Walk
Mustang Island State Park
Join a Ranger on a morning stroll along the beach! Learn about barrier island ecology & see what sorts of animals we can spot along the way!
Aug
9
2:00p
End Date
Mammals of Texas
Eisenhower State Park
Join a park ranger to get an up-close look at mammals in Texas!
Aug
9
4:00p
End Date
Oysters: The Pearl of Goose Island
Goose Island State Park
How do oysters provide protection to the coast? Come find out!
Aug
9
8:00p
End Date
Aug
9
8:30p
End Date
Frog & Toad Watch
Lockhart State Park
Join a park ranger to search for the amphibians that call Lockhart home!
Aug
10
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.
Aug
10
9:00a
End Date
Aug
13
9:00a
End Date
Morning Bird Walk
Davis Mountains State Park
Discovery the variety of birds residing in the park or just visiting for the season.
Aug
13
9:00a
End Date
Bison & Longhorn Self-Guided Viewing
San Angelo State Park
Watch Bison and Longhorn graze and meet with park staff!
Aug
14
10:00a
End Date
Tide Talk and Walk
Mustang Island State Park
Join a Ranger on a morning stroll along the beach! Learn about barrier island ecology & see what sorts of animals we can spot along the way!
Aug
16
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.
Aug
16
9:00a
End Date
Bison & Longhorn Self-Guided Viewing
San Angelo State Park
Watch Bison and Longhorn graze and meet with park staff!
Aug
16
8:00p
End Date
Mothing: Insect Hunt
Caddo Lake State Park
Join a ranger to attract insects and learn which ones come out at night!
Aug
17
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.
Aug
20
9:00a
End Date
Morning Bird Walk
Davis Mountains State Park
Discovery the variety of birds residing in the park or just visiting for the season.
Aug
20
9:00a
End Date
Bison & Longhorn Self-Guided Viewing
San Angelo State Park
Watch Bison and Longhorn graze and meet with park staff!
Aug
20
6:30p
End Date
Nighttime Pollinators
Old Tunnel State Park
Learn about Nighttime Pollinators the first and third wednesday of August, September, and October.
Aug
21
10:00a
End Date
Tide Talk and Walk
Mustang Island State Park
Join a Ranger on a morning stroll along the beach! Learn about barrier island ecology & see what sorts of animals we can spot along the way!
Aug
22
9:00a
End Date
Birding with a Ranger
Goose Island State Park
Discover the birds that call Goose Island State Park home!
Aug
22
2:30p
End Date
What Lurks Beneath
Goose Island State Park
What kind of marine life is found in our local bays? Join a ranger to find out!
Aug
22
3:00p
End Date
Binoculars 101
Inks Lake State Park
Learn how to properly use binoculars to view wildlife and the beautiful scenery of Inks Lake!
Aug
22
7:30p
End Date
Things That Go Bump
Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley State Park
Learn about the spooky sounds you hear at night and the unique creatures that make them on a guided hike through the park.
Aug
22
9:00p
End Date
Moth-O-Geddon: The Night Shift in Big Bend Ranch
Big Bend Ranch State Park
Join us for Moth-o-geddon, a celebration of the desert’s nocturnal pollinators! Discover the vital role moths play in the Chihuahuan Desert ecosystem and learn how protecting our night skies helps them thrive.
Aug
23
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.
Aug
23
9:00a
End Date
Painted Wings at Lake Whitney State Park
Lake Whitney State Park
A flutter of color awaits! Join us for Painted Wings at Lake Whitney State Park, a colorful, family-friendly educational program to learn all about our native butterflies. Learn about the fascinating life cycles, habits, and local species of these delicate pollinators.
Aug
23
9:00a
End Date
Bison & Longhorn Self-Guided Viewing
San Angelo State Park
Watch Bison and Longhorn graze and meet with park staff!
Aug
23
8:00p
End Date
New Moon Night Hike
Falcon State Park
We'll see what we find under a dark sky. Join a ranger for a short presentation and a night hike on the trail.
Aug
23
8:30p
End Date
Insects of the Night
Goose Island State Park
It's a whole different world at night, let's discover some new insects!
Aug
24
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.
Aug
24
9:00a
End Date
Birding with a Ranger
Lake Casa Blanca International State Park
Join a ranger and discover and learn about the great hobby of birding!
Aug
27
9:00a
End Date
Morning Bird Walk
Davis Mountains State Park
Discovery the variety of birds residing in the park or just visiting for the season.
Aug
27
9:00a
End Date
Bison & Longhorn Self-Guided Viewing
San Angelo State Park
Watch Bison and Longhorn graze and meet with park staff!
Aug
28
10:00a
End Date
Tide Talk and Walk
Mustang Island State Park
Join a Ranger on a morning stroll along the beach! Learn about barrier island ecology & see what sorts of animals we can spot along the way!
Aug
29
9:00a
End Date
Birding with a Ranger
Goose Island State Park
Discover the birds that call Goose Island State Park home!
Aug
29
3:00p
End Date
Skins and Skulls
Inks Lake State Park
Come discover some of the amazing creatures found here at the park and have a chance to interact with real skins and skulls!
Aug
29
8:00p
End Date
Nocturnal Marvels: Nighttime Navigators
Resaca de la Palma State Park
Join a ranger to learn about our nocturnal creatures’ secrets to success.
Aug
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.
Aug
30
9:00a
End Date
Aug
30
9:00a
End Date
Bison & Longhorn Self-Guided Viewing
San Angelo State Park
Watch Bison and Longhorn graze and meet with park staff!
Aug
30
10:00a
End Date
Tide Talk and Walk
Mustang Island State Park
Join a Ranger on a morning stroll along the beach! Learn about barrier island ecology & see what sorts of animals we can spot along the way!
Aug
30
7:15p
End Date
Sunset Watercolors🎨
Galveston Island State Park
Join us for an unforgettable evening of nature, art, and beauty!
Aug
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.
Aug
31
1:00p
End Date
Hawk ID Workshop
Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley State Park
Get all the tips, tricks, and more to identify the hawk-filled skies this migration season.
September 2025
Sep
3
9:00a
End Date
Bison & Longhorn Self-Guided Viewing
San Angelo State Park
Watch Bison and Longhorn graze and meet with park staff!
Sep
3
6:30p
End Date
Nighttime Pollinators
Old Tunnel State Park
Learn about Nighttime Pollinators the first and third wednesday of August, September, and October.
Sep
6
9:00a
End Date
Bison & Longhorn Self-Guided Viewing
San Angelo State Park
Watch Bison and Longhorn graze and meet with park staff!
Sep
10
9:00a
End Date
Bison & Longhorn Self-Guided Viewing
San Angelo State Park
Watch Bison and Longhorn graze and meet with park staff!
Sep
13
8:00a
End Date
Second Saturday Birdwatching
Martin Dies, Jr. State Park
Join us on the second Saturday of the month to bird watch with a knowledgeable volunteer!
Sep
13
8:30a
End Date
Bird Walk Before Breakfast 🐦
Galveston Island State Park
Start your morning with the sights and sounds of our feathered friends!
Sep
13
9:00a
End Date
Bison & Longhorn Self-Guided Viewing
San Angelo State Park
Watch Bison and Longhorn graze and meet with park staff!
Sep
13
10:00a
End Date
Fall Into the Bottomland Forest
Stephen F. Austin State Park
Experience the vibrant beauty of autumn with a guided hike!
Sep
17
9:00a
End Date
Bison & Longhorn Self-Guided Viewing
San Angelo State Park
Watch Bison and Longhorn graze and meet with park staff!
Sep
17
6:30p
End Date
Nighttime Pollinators
Old Tunnel State Park
Learn about Nighttime Pollinators the first and third wednesday of August, September, and October.
Sep
20
9:00a
End Date
Bison & Longhorn Self-Guided Viewing
San Angelo State Park
Watch Bison and Longhorn graze and meet with park staff!
Sep
20
10:00a
End Date
Fall Into the Bottomland Forest
Stephen F. Austin State Park
Experience the vibrant beauty of autumn with a guided hike!
Sep
24
9:00a
End Date
Bison & Longhorn Self-Guided Viewing
San Angelo State Park
Watch Bison and Longhorn graze and meet with park staff!
Sep
27
9:00a
End Date
Bison & Longhorn Self-Guided Viewing
San Angelo State Park
Watch Bison and Longhorn graze and meet with park staff!
Sep
27
10:00a
End Date
Fall Into the Bottomland Forest
Stephen F. Austin State Park
Experience the vibrant beauty of autumn with a guided hike!
October 2025
Oct
1
9:00a
End Date
Bison & Longhorn Self-Guided Viewing
San Angelo State Park
Watch Bison and Longhorn graze and meet with park staff!
Oct
1
6:30p
End Date
Nighttime Pollinators
Old Tunnel State Park
Learn about Nighttime Pollinators the first and third wednesday of August, September, and October.
Oct
4
9:00a
End Date
Bison & Longhorn Self-Guided Viewing
San Angelo State Park
Watch Bison and Longhorn graze and meet with park staff!
Oct
8
9:00a
End Date
Bison & Longhorn Self-Guided Viewing
San Angelo State Park
Watch Bison and Longhorn graze and meet with park staff!
Oct
11
8:00a
End Date
Second Saturday Birdwatching
Martin Dies, Jr. State Park
Join us on the second Saturday of the month to bird watch with a knowledgeable volunteer!
Oct
11
9:00a
End Date
Bison & Longhorn Self-Guided Viewing
San Angelo State Park
Watch Bison and Longhorn graze and meet with park staff!
Oct
11
10:00a
End Date
Fall Into the Bottomland Forest
Stephen F. Austin State Park
Experience the vibrant beauty of autumn with a guided hike!
Oct
15
9:00a
End Date
Bison & Longhorn Self-Guided Viewing
San Angelo State Park
Watch Bison and Longhorn graze and meet with park staff!
Oct
15
6:30p
End Date
Nighttime Pollinators
Old Tunnel State Park
Learn about Nighttime Pollinators the first and third wednesday of August, September, and October.
Oct
18
9:00a
End Date
Bison & Longhorn Self-Guided Viewing
San Angelo State Park
Watch Bison and Longhorn graze and meet with park staff!
Oct
18
10:00a
End Date
31st Annual Hueco Tanks Community Fair
Hueco Tanks State Park & Historic Site
It's time for our Annual Community Fair! Come on out for a fun weekend full of tours, presentations, demonstrations, rock climbing and much more!
Oct
19
10:00a
End Date
31st Annual Hueco Tanks Community Fair
Hueco Tanks State Park & Historic Site
It's time for our Annual Community Fair! Come on out for a fun weekend full of tours, presentations, demonstrations, rock climbing and much more!
Oct
22
9:00a
End Date
Bison & Longhorn Self-Guided Viewing
San Angelo State Park
Watch Bison and Longhorn graze and meet with park staff!
Oct
25
9:00a
End Date
Bison & Longhorn Self-Guided Viewing
San Angelo State Park
Watch Bison and Longhorn graze and meet with park staff!
Oct
29
9:00a
End Date
Bison & Longhorn Self-Guided Viewing
San Angelo State Park
Watch Bison and Longhorn graze and meet with park staff!
November 2025
Nov
1
9:00a
End Date
Bison & Longhorn Self-Guided Viewing
San Angelo State Park
Watch Bison and Longhorn graze and meet with park staff!
Nov
5
9:00a
End Date
Bison & Longhorn Self-Guided Viewing
San Angelo State Park
Watch Bison and Longhorn graze and meet with park staff!
Nov
8
8:00a
End Date
Second Saturday Birdwatching
Martin Dies, Jr. State Park
Join us on the second Saturday of the month to bird watch with a knowledgeable volunteer!
Nov
8
9:00a
End Date
Bison & Longhorn Self-Guided Viewing
San Angelo State Park
Watch Bison and Longhorn graze and meet with park staff!
Nov
8
10:00a
End Date
Fall Into the Bottomland Forest
Stephen F. Austin State Park
Experience the vibrant beauty of autumn with a guided hike!
Nov
12
9:00a
End Date
Bison & Longhorn Self-Guided Viewing
San Angelo State Park
Watch Bison and Longhorn graze and meet with park staff!
Nov
15
9:00a
End Date
Bison & Longhorn Self-Guided Viewing
San Angelo State Park
Watch Bison and Longhorn graze and meet with park staff!
Nov
15
10:00a
End Date
Fall Into the Bottomland Forest
Stephen F. Austin State Park
Experience the vibrant beauty of autumn with a guided hike!
Nov
19
9:00a
End Date
Bison & Longhorn Self-Guided Viewing
San Angelo State Park
Watch Bison and Longhorn graze and meet with park staff!
Nov
22
9:00a
End Date
Bison & Longhorn Self-Guided Viewing
San Angelo State Park
Watch Bison and Longhorn graze and meet with park staff!
Nov
22
10:00a
End Date
Fall Into the Bottomland Forest
Stephen F. Austin State Park
Experience the vibrant beauty of autumn with a guided hike!
Nov
26
9:00a
End Date
Bison & Longhorn Self-Guided Viewing
San Angelo State Park
Watch Bison and Longhorn graze and meet with park staff!
Nov
29
9:00a
End Date
Bison & Longhorn Self-Guided Viewing
San Angelo State Park
Watch Bison and Longhorn graze and meet with park staff!
Nov
29
10:00a
End Date
Fall Into the Bottomland Forest
Stephen F. Austin State Park
Experience the vibrant beauty of autumn with a guided hike!
December 2025
Dec
3
9:00a
End Date
Bison & Longhorn Self-Guided Viewing
San Angelo State Park
Watch Bison and Longhorn graze and meet with park staff!
Dec
6
9:00a
End Date
Bison & Longhorn Self-Guided Viewing
San Angelo State Park
Watch Bison and Longhorn graze and meet with park staff!
Dec
10
9:00a
End Date
Bison & Longhorn Self-Guided Viewing
San Angelo State Park
Watch Bison and Longhorn graze and meet with park staff!
Dec
13
8:00a
End Date
Second Saturday Birdwatching
Martin Dies, Jr. State Park
Join us on the second Saturday of the month to bird watch with a knowledgeable volunteer!
Dec
13
9:00a
End Date
Bison & Longhorn Self-Guided Viewing
San Angelo State Park
Watch Bison and Longhorn graze and meet with park staff!
Dec
17
9:00a
End Date
Bison & Longhorn Self-Guided Viewing
San Angelo State Park
Watch Bison and Longhorn graze and meet with park staff!
Dec
20
8:00a
End Date
Winter Bird Walk
Government Canyon State Natural Area
Search for vesper sparrows, loggerhead shrikes, spotted towhees, and other winter residents in the varied habitats along Lytle's Loop.
Dec
20
9:00a
End Date
Bison & Longhorn Self-Guided Viewing
San Angelo State Park
Watch Bison and Longhorn graze and meet with park staff!
Dec
24
9:00a
End Date
Bison & Longhorn Self-Guided Viewing
San Angelo State Park
Watch Bison and Longhorn graze and meet with park staff!
Dec
27
9:00a
End Date
Bison & Longhorn Self-Guided Viewing
San Angelo State Park
Watch Bison and Longhorn graze and meet with park staff!
Dec
31
9:00a
End Date
Bison & Longhorn Self-Guided Viewing
San Angelo State Park
Watch Bison and Longhorn graze and meet with park staff!