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Wildlife Viewing

July 2026

Jul 18
7:30a
End Date

Beat the Heat Morning Hike

Ray Roberts Lake State Park - Johnson Branch Unit
It's HOT! Let's take it slow and enjoy the outdoors.
Jul 18
8:30a
End Date

Kayak Tour of St. Charles Bay (REGISTRATION REQUIRED)

Goose Island State Park
What will we see on the water today?
Jul 18
8:30a
End Date

Birding on the New Property

Lockhart State Park
Join a Ranger to explore the new acreage at Lockhart State Park and look for birds!
Jul 18
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.
Jul 18
9:00a
End Date

Birding for Beginners

Buescher State Park
Join Ranger Madalyn
Jul 18
9:00a
End Date

Bison & Longhorn Self-Guided Viewing

San Angelo State Park
Meet with park staff and watch bison and longhorn graze!
Jul 18
2:30p
End Date

Oysters: The Pearl of Goose Island

Goose Island State Park
Oysters are more than just food; they help protect the Texas coast!
Jul 18
8:00p
End Date

Light Trapping for Moths

Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley State Park
Join a park naturalist and learn about light trapping to attract bugs. Get tips on where to look for moths and other insects, how to start to identify these diverse creatures, and see some of the local moths that can be found at Bentsen!
Jul 18
9:30p
End Date

Moth-O-Geddon: The Night Shift in Big Bend Ranch

Big Bend Ranch State Park
Join us for National Moth Week to celebrate the beauty, diversity, and ecological importance of moths.
Jul 22
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.
Jul 22
9:00a
End Date

Bison & Longhorn Self-Guided Viewing

San Angelo State Park
Meet with park staff and watch bison and longhorn graze!
Jul 24
8:30a
End Date

Kayak Tour of St. Charles Bay (REGISTRATION REQUIRED)

Goose Island State Park
What will we see on the water today?
Jul 24
9:00a
End Date

Wildlife Viewing

Cooper State Park - South Sulphur Unit
Leave no trace while viewing wildlife.
Jul 24
8:00p
End Date

Night Ride

Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley State Park
Join a park naturalist and explore the park after dark. RESERVATIONS ARE REQUIRED. Please call (956) 584-9156 to save your spot!
Jul 25
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.
Jul 25
9:00a
End Date

Lake Life -Aquatic Explorations!

Buescher State Park
Let's get our hands wet as we learn about the tiny critters that call Buescher Lake home! Have some cool fun during the hot Texas summer!
Jul 25
9:00a
End Date

Bison & Longhorn Self-Guided Viewing

San Angelo State Park
Meet with park staff and watch bison and longhorn graze!
Jul 25
10:00a
End Date

Fishing with a Ranger

Goose Island State Park
Fish with a ranger and check out our 1620-foot pier!
Jul 25
2:00p
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!
Jul 25
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!
Jul 25
3:00p
End Date

Nature Journaling

Lake Tawakoni State Park
Put your observation skills to the test
Jul 25
8:00p
End Date

Light Trapping for Moths

Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley State Park
Join a park naturalist and learn about light trapping to attract bugs. Get tips on where to look for moths and other insects, how to start to identify these diverse creatures, and see some of the local moths that can be found at Bentsen!
Jul 29
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.
Jul 29
9:00a
End Date

Bison & Longhorn Self-Guided Viewing

San Angelo State Park
Meet with park staff and watch bison and longhorn graze!
Jul 31
7:45p
End Date

Sunset Swifts

Bastrop State Park
Swoops, dives, and chittering! Come watch with Chimney Swifts at sunset!

August 2026

Aug 1
8:30a
End Date

Birding with a Ranger

Big Bend Ranch State Park
Join a ranger and discover and learn about birding!
Aug 1
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 1
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 1
9:00a
End Date

Bison & Longhorn Self-Guided Viewing

San Angelo State Park
Meet with park staff and watch bison and longhorn graze!
Aug 1
10:00a
End Date

Stream Safari

Lockhart State Park
Wear your favorite water shoes, and join us to meet the residents of Clear Fork Creek!
Aug 1
8:15p
End Date

Night Hike!

South Llano River State Park
Join park rangers for a hike to discover what happens after dark at South Llano!
Aug 5
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 5
9:00a
End Date

Bison & Longhorn Self-Guided Viewing

San Angelo State Park
Meet with park staff and watch bison and longhorn graze!
Aug 7
9:00a
End Date

Lookout for Lizards- Herpetology Hike

Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
Join Rangers for a morning hike to spot some of the reptiles and amphibians of the park. REGISTRATION REQUIRED
Aug 7
8:30p
End Date

Desert Adaptations Night Hike

Big Bend Ranch State Park
Join us for a night hike as we explore how plants, animals, and even people have adapted to the desert night life for thousands of years!
Aug 8
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 8
9:00a
End Date

Bay Exploration🌊

Galveston Island State Park
Celebrate the wonders of Galveston Bay!
Aug 8
9:00a
End Date

Bison & Longhorn Self-Guided Viewing

San Angelo State Park
Meet with park staff and watch bison and longhorn graze!
Aug 12
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 12
9:00a
End Date

Bison & Longhorn Self-Guided Viewing

San Angelo State Park
Meet with park staff and watch bison and longhorn graze!
Aug 15
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 15
9:00a
End Date

Bison & Longhorn Self-Guided Viewing

San Angelo State Park
Meet with park staff and watch bison and longhorn graze!
Aug 16
9:00a
End Date

Lookout for Lizards- Herpetology Hike

Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
Join Rangers for a morning hike to spot some of the reptiles and amphibians of the park. REGISTRATION REQUIRED
Aug 19
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 19
9:00a
End Date

Bison & Longhorn Self-Guided Viewing

San Angelo State Park
Meet with park staff and watch bison and longhorn graze!
Aug 22
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 22
9:00a
End Date

Bison & Longhorn Self-Guided Viewing

San Angelo State Park
Meet with park staff and watch bison and longhorn graze!
Aug 26
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 26
9:00a
End Date

Bison & Longhorn Self-Guided Viewing

San Angelo State Park
Meet with park staff and watch bison and longhorn graze!
Aug 29
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 29
9:00a
End Date

Bison & Longhorn Self-Guided Viewing

San Angelo State Park
Meet with park staff and watch bison and longhorn graze!

September 2026

Sep 2
9:00a
End Date

Bison & Longhorn Self-Guided Viewing

San Angelo State Park
Meet with park staff and watch bison and longhorn graze!
Sep 5
9:00a
End Date

Bison & Longhorn Self-Guided Viewing

San Angelo State Park
Meet with park staff and watch bison and longhorn graze!
Sep 9
9:00a
End Date

Bison & Longhorn Self-Guided Viewing

San Angelo State Park
Meet with park staff and watch bison and longhorn graze!
Sep 12
8:30a
End Date

Birding with a Ranger

Big Bend Ranch State Park
Join a ranger and discover and learn about birding!
Sep 12
9:00a
End Date

Bay Exploration🌊

Galveston Island State Park
Celebrate the wonders of Galveston Bay!
Sep 12
9:00a
End Date

Bison & Longhorn Self-Guided Viewing

San Angelo State Park
Meet with park staff and watch bison and longhorn graze!
Sep 16
9:00a
End Date

Bison & Longhorn Self-Guided Viewing

San Angelo State Park
Meet with park staff and watch bison and longhorn graze!
Sep 19
9:00a
End Date

Bison & Longhorn Self-Guided Viewing

San Angelo State Park
Meet with park staff and watch bison and longhorn graze!
Sep 23
9:00a
End Date

Bison & Longhorn Self-Guided Viewing

San Angelo State Park
Meet with park staff and watch bison and longhorn graze!
Sep 25
8:00p
End Date

Creepy Crawlies After Dark: Night Hike 🕸️🦂

Big Bend Ranch State Park
Discover glowing scorpions, spooky sounds, and the desert’s creepy crawlies that come alive after dark.
Sep 26
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 26
9:00a
End Date

Guided Trail Ride (Registration Required)

Palo Pinto Mountains State Park
Bring your horse to explore our iconic terrain with a guide!
Sep 26
9:00a
End Date

Bison & Longhorn Self-Guided Viewing

San Angelo State Park
Meet with park staff and watch bison and longhorn graze!
Sep 30
9:00a
End Date

Bison & Longhorn Self-Guided Viewing

San Angelo State Park
Meet with park staff and watch bison and longhorn graze!

October 2026

Oct 3
9:00a
End Date

Bison & Longhorn Self-Guided Viewing

San Angelo State Park
Meet with park staff and watch bison and longhorn graze!
Oct 7
9:00a
End Date

Bison & Longhorn Self-Guided Viewing

San Angelo State Park
Meet with park staff and watch bison and longhorn graze!
Oct 10
9:00a
End Date

Bison & Longhorn Self-Guided Viewing

San Angelo State Park
Meet with park staff and watch bison and longhorn graze!
Oct 14
9:00a
End Date

Bison & Longhorn Self-Guided Viewing

San Angelo State Park
Meet with park staff and watch bison and longhorn graze!
Oct 17
9:00a
End Date

Bison & Longhorn Self-Guided Viewing

San Angelo State Park
Meet with park staff and watch bison and longhorn graze!
Oct 21
9:00a
End Date

Bison & Longhorn Self-Guided Viewing

San Angelo State Park
Meet with park staff and watch bison and longhorn graze!
Oct 24
9:00a
End Date

Bison & Longhorn Self-Guided Viewing

San Angelo State Park
Meet with park staff and watch bison and longhorn graze!
Oct 28
9:00a
End Date

Bison & Longhorn Self-Guided Viewing

San Angelo State Park
Meet with park staff and watch bison and longhorn graze!
Oct 30
8:00p
End Date

Creepy Crawlies After Dark: Night Hike 🕸️🦂

Big Bend Ranch State Park
Discover glowing scorpions, spooky sounds, and the desert’s creepy crawlies that come alive after dark.
Oct 31
9:00a
End Date

Bison & Longhorn Self-Guided Viewing

San Angelo State Park
Meet with park staff and watch bison and longhorn graze!

November 2026

Nov 4
9:00a
End Date

Bison & Longhorn Self-Guided Viewing

San Angelo State Park
Meet with park staff and watch bison and longhorn graze!
Nov 7
9:00a
End Date

Bison & Longhorn Self-Guided Viewing

San Angelo State Park
Meet with park staff and watch bison and longhorn graze!
Nov 7
10:00a
End Date

Lost Pines Wildlife Habitat Day

Bastrop State Park
Experience wildlife of the Lost Pines! Join in on interactive booths, activities, live wildlife, informational presentations and more at this free event at Bastrop State Park!

January 2027

Jan 9
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.