Wildlife Viewing
June 2017
Jun
30
End Date
Jun
30
End Date
Jun
30
End Date
Bat Tour
Caprock Canyons State Park & Trailway
Join us on a guided vehicle tour to historic Clarity Tunnel for the bat emergence flight.
Jun
30
End Date
July 2017
Jul
1
End Date
Weekly Birding Walk in the Park
Davis Mountains State Park
Every week a ranger guides a walk to find and identify birds, plants, sights and sounds at one of the most beautiful places in the Big Bend Region! This walk is for the amateur and experienced birder, as well as any visitor, young or old who wants to learn about wildlife, the park, and its bird life. Bring water, binoculars, and field guide.
Jul
1
End Date
World Birding Center Bird Walks
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
1
End Date
Art in the Park - Paint The Park Day
Pedernales Falls State Park
Pedernales Falls is heating up for the summer! Come out and join us in the Butterfly Garden to take advantage of the beautiful garden scenery in the cool of the morning. Flowers, birds, butterflies, and more will provide your inspiration to create a masterpiece. Paint and paper will be provided but feel free to bring your own set! Take your creation home or add it to our garden exhibit!
Jul
1
End Date
Jul
1
End Date
Beach Exploration
Galveston Island State Park
Discover the life that lives at the edge of the sea...
Jul
1
End Date
Bat Hike - 7:00 PM
Colorado Bend State Park
Join a park ranger for a hike to view the emerging bats at Gorman Cave.
Jul
1
End Date
Jul
1
End Date
Twilight Paddle
Inks Lake State Park
Experience the lake from on the water once the sun goes down and the stars come out.
Jul
2
End Date
World Birding Center Bird Walks
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
2
End Date
Jul
2
End Date
Furs and Skulls, Oh My!
McKinney Falls State Park
Find out what kinds of animals call McKinney Falls home.
Jul
2
End Date
Bay Explorations
Galveston Island State Park
Pull a net and learn where your shrimp, fish, and crabs live!
Jul
3
End Date
Jul
4
End Date
Fishing on the Fourth
Lockhart State Park
Come fish with us this 4th of July! All ages and abilities are welcome! Drop in any time between 9-11am.
Jul
4
End Date
Jul
4
End Date
Twilight Paddle
Inks Lake State Park
Experience the lake from on the water once the sun goes down and the stars come out.
Jul
5
End Date
Morning Paddle
Galveston Island State Park
Adult paddling program (ages 13yrs+), must RSVP in advance.
Jul
7
End Date
Jul
7
End Date
Bat Tour
Caprock Canyons State Park & Trailway
Join us on a guided vehicle tour to historic Clarity Tunnel for the bat emergence flight. Reservations required.
Jul
7
End Date
Full and New Moon Parties
Estero Llano Grande State Park
An especially kid-friendly Ranger-led hike which may include stargazing, owls, scorpions, tarantulas, alligators, frogs and more!
Jul
8
End Date
Jul
8
End Date
Weekly Birding Walk in the Park
Davis Mountains State Park
Every week a ranger guides a walk to find and identify birds, plants, sights and sounds at one of the most beautiful places in the Big Bend Region! This walk is for the amateur and experienced birder, as well as any visitor, young or old who wants to learn about wildlife, the park, and its bird life. Bring water, binoculars, and field guide.
Jul
8
End Date
World Birding Center Bird Walks
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
8
End Date
Kayaking 101
Mustang Island State Park
Join a ranger lead kayaking program for beginners and experts alike and get a fresh perspective on the estuary.
Jul
8
End Date
Beach Exploration
Galveston Island State Park
Discover the life that lives at the edge of the sea...
Jul
9
End Date
World Birding Center Bird Walks
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
9
End Date
Bay Explorations
Galveston Island State Park
Pull a net and learn where your shrimp, fish, and crabs live!
Jul
14
End Date
Jul
14
End Date
Bat Tour
Caprock Canyons State Park & Trailway
Join us on a guided vehicle tour to historic Clarity Tunnel for the bat emergence flight. Reservations required.
Jul
15
End Date
Weekly Birding Walk in the Park
Davis Mountains State Park
Every week a ranger guides a walk to find and identify birds, plants, sights and sounds at one of the most beautiful places in the Big Bend Region! This walk is for the amateur and experienced birder, as well as any visitor, young or old who wants to learn about wildlife, the park, and its bird life. Bring water, binoculars, and field guide.
Jul
15
End Date
World Birding Center Bird Walks
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
15
End Date
Kayaking 101
Mustang Island State Park
Join a ranger lead kayaking program for beginners and experts alike and get a fresh perspective on the estuary.
Jul
15
End Date
Beach Exploration
Galveston Island State Park
Discover the life that lives at the edge of the sea...
Jul
16
End Date
World Birding Center Bird Walks
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
16
End Date
Bay Explorations
Galveston Island State Park
Pull a net and learn where your shrimp, fish, and crabs live!
Jul
21
End Date
Jul
21
End Date
Bat Tour
Caprock Canyons State Park & Trailway
Join us on a guided vehicle tour to historic Clarity Tunnel for the bat emergence flight. Reservations required.
Jul
21
End Date
Full and New Moon Parties
Estero Llano Grande State Park
An especially kid-friendly Ranger-led hike which may include stargazing, owls, scorpions, tarantulas, alligators, frogs and more!
Jul
22
End Date
Weekly Birding Walk in the Park
Davis Mountains State Park
Every week a ranger guides a walk to find and identify birds, plants, sights and sounds at one of the most beautiful places in the Big Bend Region! This walk is for the amateur and experienced birder, as well as any visitor, young or old who wants to learn about wildlife, the park, and its bird life. Bring water, binoculars, and field guide.
Jul
22
End Date
World Birding Center Bird Walks
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
End Date
Beach Exploration
Galveston Island State Park
Discover the life that lives at the edge of the sea...
Jul
22
End Date
River Bugs! - 3 pm
South Llano River State Park
Join us as we discover what kind of insects live in the river!
Jul
23
End Date
World Birding Center Bird Walks
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
23
End Date
Bay Explorations
Galveston Island State Park
Pull a net and learn where your shrimp, fish, and crabs live!
Jul
28
End Date
Kayaking 101
Mustang Island State Park
Join a ranger lead kayaking program for beginners and experts alike and get a fresh perspective on the estuary.
Jul
28
End Date
Jul
28
End Date
Bat Tour
Caprock Canyons State Park & Trailway
Join us on a guided vehicle tour to historic Clarity Tunnel for the bat emergence flight. Reservations required.
Jul
29
End Date
Weekly Birding Walk in the Park
Davis Mountains State Park
Every week a ranger guides a walk to find and identify birds, plants, sights and sounds at one of the most beautiful places in the Big Bend Region! This walk is for the amateur and experienced birder, as well as any visitor, young or old who wants to learn about wildlife, the park, and its bird life. Bring water, binoculars, and field guide.
Jul
29
End Date
World Birding Center Bird Walks
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
End Date
Beach Exploration
Galveston Island State Park
Discover the life that lives at the edge of the sea...
Jul
29
End Date
Jul
30
End Date
World Birding Center Bird Walks
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
30
End Date
Bay Explorations
Galveston Island State Park
Pull a net and learn where your shrimp, fish, and crabs live!
August 2017
Aug
2
End Date
Morning Paddle
Galveston Island State Park
Adult paddling program (ages 13yrs+), must RSVP in advance.
Aug
4
End Date
Aug
4
End Date
Full and New Moon Parties
Estero Llano Grande State Park
An especially kid-friendly Ranger-led hike which may include stargazing, owls, scorpions, tarantulas, alligators, frogs and more!
Aug
5
End Date
Weekly Birding Walk in the Park
Davis Mountains State Park
Every week a ranger guides a walk to find and identify birds, plants, sights and sounds at one of the most beautiful places in the Big Bend Region! This walk is for the amateur and experienced birder, as well as any visitor, young or old who wants to learn about wildlife, the park, and its bird life. Bring water, binoculars, and field guide.
Aug
5
End Date
World Birding Center Bird Walks
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
End Date
Beach Exploration
Galveston Island State Park
Discover the life that lives at the edge of the sea...
Aug
6
End Date
World Birding Center Bird Walks
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
6
End Date
Bay Explorations
Galveston Island State Park
Pull a net and learn where your shrimp, fish, and crabs live!
Aug
11
End Date
Aug
12
End Date
Weekly Birding Walk in the Park
Davis Mountains State Park
Every week a ranger guides a walk to find and identify birds, plants, sights and sounds at one of the most beautiful places in the Big Bend Region! This walk is for the amateur and experienced birder, as well as any visitor, young or old who wants to learn about wildlife, the park, and its bird life. Bring water, binoculars, and field guide.
Aug
12
End Date
World Birding Center Bird Walks
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
End Date
Beach Exploration
Galveston Island State Park
Discover the life that lives at the edge of the sea...
Aug
13
End Date
World Birding Center Bird Walks
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
13
End Date
Bay Explorations
Galveston Island State Park
Pull a net and learn where your shrimp, fish, and crabs live!
Aug
18
End Date
Aug
18
End Date
Full and New Moon Parties
Estero Llano Grande State Park
An especially kid-friendly Ranger-led hike which may include stargazing, owls, scorpions, tarantulas, alligators, frogs and more!
Aug
19
End Date
Weekly Birding Walk in the Park
Davis Mountains State Park
Every week a ranger guides a walk to find and identify birds, plants, sights and sounds at one of the most beautiful places in the Big Bend Region! This walk is for the amateur and experienced birder, as well as any visitor, young or old who wants to learn about wildlife, the park, and its bird life. Bring water, binoculars, and field guide.
Aug
19
End Date
World Birding Center Bird Walks
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
End Date
Beach Exploration
Galveston Island State Park
Discover the life that lives at the edge of the sea...
Aug
20
End Date
World Birding Center Bird Walks
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
End Date
Bay Explorations
Galveston Island State Park
Pull a net and learn where your shrimp, fish, and crabs live!
Aug
26
End Date
Weekly Birding Walk in the Park
Davis Mountains State Park
Every week a ranger guides a walk to find and identify birds, plants, sights and sounds at one of the most beautiful places in the Big Bend Region! This walk is for the amateur and experienced birder, as well as any visitor, young or old who wants to learn about wildlife, the park, and its bird life. Bring water, binoculars, and field guide.
Aug
26
End Date
World Birding Center Bird Walks
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
End Date
Beach Exploration
Galveston Island State Park
Discover the life that lives at the edge of the sea...
Aug
27
End Date
World Birding Center Bird Walks
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
27
End Date
Bay Explorations
Galveston Island State Park
Pull a net and learn where your shrimp, fish, and crabs live!
September 2017
Sep
1
End Date
Snakes of the Big Bend!
Davis Mountains State Park
Come to the Interpretive Center to learn from an expert and see live snakes from right here in the Big Bend!
Sep
2
End Date
Weekly Birding Walk in the Park
Davis Mountains State Park
Every week a ranger guides a walk to find and identify birds, plants, sights and sounds at one of the most beautiful places in the Big Bend Region! This walk is for the amateur and experienced birder, as well as any visitor, young or old who wants to learn about wildlife, the park, and its bird life. Bring water, binoculars, and field guide.
Sep
2
End Date
World Birding Center Bird Walks
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!
Sep
2
End Date
Beach Exploration
Galveston Island State Park
Discover the life that lives at the edge of the sea...
Sep
3
End Date
World Birding Center Bird Walks
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!
Sep
3
End Date
Bay Explorations
Galveston Island State Park
Pull a net and learn where your shrimp, fish, and crabs live!
Sep
9
End Date
Weekly Birding Walk in the Park
Davis Mountains State Park
Every week a ranger guides a walk to find and identify birds, plants, sights and sounds at one of the most beautiful places in the Big Bend Region! This walk is for the amateur and experienced birder, as well as any visitor, young or old who wants to learn about wildlife, the park, and its bird life. Bring water, binoculars, and field guide.
Sep
9
End Date
World Birding Center Bird Walks
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!
Sep
9
End Date
Beach Exploration
Galveston Island State Park
Discover the life that lives at the edge of the sea...
Sep
10
End Date
World Birding Center Bird Walks
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!
Sep
10
End Date
Bay Explorations
Galveston Island State Park
Pull a net and learn where your shrimp, fish, and crabs live!
Sep
16
End Date
Weekly Birding Walk in the Park
Davis Mountains State Park
Every week a ranger guides a walk to find and identify birds, plants, sights and sounds at one of the most beautiful places in the Big Bend Region! This walk is for the amateur and experienced birder, as well as any visitor, young or old who wants to learn about wildlife, the park, and its bird life. Bring water, binoculars, and field guide.
Sep
16
End Date
World Birding Center Bird Walks
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!
Sep
16
End Date
Beach Exploration
Galveston Island State Park
Discover the life that lives at the edge of the sea...
Sep
17
End Date
World Birding Center Bird Walks
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!
Sep
17
End Date
Bay Explorations
Galveston Island State Park
Pull a net and learn where your shrimp, fish, and crabs live!
Sep
23
End Date
Weekly Birding Walk in the Park
Davis Mountains State Park
Every week a ranger guides a walk to find and identify birds, plants, sights and sounds at one of the most beautiful places in the Big Bend Region! This walk is for the amateur and experienced birder, as well as any visitor, young or old who wants to learn about wildlife, the park, and its bird life. Bring water, binoculars, and field guide.
Sep
23
End Date
World Birding Center Bird Walks
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!
Sep
23
End Date
Beach Exploration
Galveston Island State Park
Discover the life that lives at the edge of the sea...
Sep
24
End Date
World Birding Center Bird Walks
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!
Sep
24
End Date
Bay Explorations
Galveston Island State Park
Pull a net and learn where your shrimp, fish, and crabs live!
Sep
30
End Date
Weekly Birding Walk in the Park
Davis Mountains State Park
Every week a ranger guides a walk to find and identify birds, plants, sights and sounds at one of the most beautiful places in the Big Bend Region! This walk is for the amateur and experienced birder, as well as any visitor, young or old who wants to learn about wildlife, the park, and its bird life. Bring water, binoculars, and field guide.
Sep
30
End Date
World Birding Center Bird Walks
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!
Sep
30
End Date
Beach Exploration
Galveston Island State Park
Discover the life that lives at the edge of the sea...
October 2017
Oct
1
End Date
Bay Explorations
Galveston Island State Park
Pull a net and learn where your shrimp, fish, and crabs live!
Oct
6
End Date
Snakes of the Big Bend!
Davis Mountains State Park
Come to the Interpretive Center to learn from an expert and see live snakes from right here in the Big Bend!
Oct
7
End Date
Weekly Birding Walk in the Park
Davis Mountains State Park
Every week a ranger guides a walk to find and identify birds, plants, sights and sounds at one of the most beautiful places in the Big Bend Region! This walk is for the amateur and experienced birder, as well as any visitor, young or old who wants to learn about wildlife, the park, and its bird life. Bring water, binoculars, and field guide.
Oct
7
End Date
Beach Exploration
Galveston Island State Park
Discover the life that lives at the edge of the sea...
Oct
7
End Date
Oct
8
End Date
Bay Explorations
Galveston Island State Park
Pull a net and learn where your shrimp, fish, and crabs live!
Oct
14
End Date
Weekly Birding Walk in the Park
Davis Mountains State Park
Every week a ranger guides a walk to find and identify birds, plants, sights and sounds at one of the most beautiful places in the Big Bend Region! This walk is for the amateur and experienced birder, as well as any visitor, young or old who wants to learn about wildlife, the park, and its bird life. Bring water, binoculars, and field guide.
Oct
14
End Date
Beach Exploration
Galveston Island State Park
Discover the life that lives at the edge of the sea...
Oct
15
End Date
Bay Explorations
Galveston Island State Park
Pull a net and learn where your shrimp, fish, and crabs live!
Oct
21
End Date
Weekly Birding Walk in the Park
Davis Mountains State Park
Every week a ranger guides a walk to find and identify birds, plants, sights and sounds at one of the most beautiful places in the Big Bend Region! This walk is for the amateur and experienced birder, as well as any visitor, young or old who wants to learn about wildlife, the park, and its bird life. Bring water, binoculars, and field guide.
Oct
21
End Date
Beach Exploration
Galveston Island State Park
Discover the life that lives at the edge of the sea...
Oct
22
End Date
Bay Explorations
Galveston Island State Park
Pull a net and learn where your shrimp, fish, and crabs live!
Oct
28
End Date
Weekly Birding Walk in the Park
Davis Mountains State Park
Every week a ranger guides a walk to find and identify birds, plants, sights and sounds at one of the most beautiful places in the Big Bend Region! This walk is for the amateur and experienced birder, as well as any visitor, young or old who wants to learn about wildlife, the park, and its bird life. Bring water, binoculars, and field guide.
Oct
28
End Date
Beach Exploration
Galveston Island State Park
Discover the life that lives at the edge of the sea...
Oct
29
End Date
Bay Explorations
Galveston Island State Park
Pull a net and learn where your shrimp, fish, and crabs live!
November 2017
Nov
3
End Date
Snakes of the Big Bend!
Davis Mountains State Park
Come to the Interpretive Center to learn from an expert and see live snakes from right here in the Big Bend!
Nov
4
End Date
Weekly Birding Walk in the Park
Davis Mountains State Park
Every week a ranger guides a walk to find and identify birds, plants, sights and sounds at one of the most beautiful places in the Big Bend Region! This walk is for the amateur and experienced birder, as well as any visitor, young or old who wants to learn about wildlife, the park, and its bird life. Bring water, binoculars, and field guide.
Nov
4
End Date
Beach Exploration
Galveston Island State Park
Discover the life that lives at the edge of the sea...
Nov
5
End Date
Bay Explorations
Galveston Island State Park
Pull a net and learn where your shrimp, fish, and crabs live!
Nov
11
End Date
Weekly Birding Walk in the Park
Davis Mountains State Park
Every week a ranger guides a walk to find and identify birds, plants, sights and sounds at one of the most beautiful places in the Big Bend Region! This walk is for the amateur and experienced birder, as well as any visitor, young or old who wants to learn about wildlife, the park, and its bird life. Bring water, binoculars, and field guide.
Nov
11
End Date
Beach Exploration
Galveston Island State Park
Discover the life that lives at the edge of the sea...
Nov
12
End Date
Bay Explorations
Galveston Island State Park
Pull a net and learn where your shrimp, fish, and crabs live!
Nov
18
End Date
Weekly Birding Walk in the Park
Davis Mountains State Park
Every week a ranger guides a walk to find and identify birds, plants, sights and sounds at one of the most beautiful places in the Big Bend Region! This walk is for the amateur and experienced birder, as well as any visitor, young or old who wants to learn about wildlife, the park, and its bird life. Bring water, binoculars, and field guide.
Nov
18
End Date
Beach Exploration
Galveston Island State Park
Discover the life that lives at the edge of the sea...
Nov
19
End Date
Bay Explorations
Galveston Island State Park
Pull a net and learn where your shrimp, fish, and crabs live!
Nov
25
End Date
Beach Exploration
Galveston Island State Park
Discover the life that lives at the edge of the sea...
December 2017
Dec
1
End Date
Snakes of the Big Bend!
Davis Mountains State Park
Come to the Interpretive Center to learn from an expert and see live snakes from right here in the Big Bend!
January 2018
Jan
5
End Date
Snakes of the Big Bend!
Davis Mountains State Park
Come to the Interpretive Center to learn from an expert and see live snakes from right here in the Big Bend!
February 2018
Feb
2
End Date
Snakes of the Big Bend!
Davis Mountains State Park
Come to the Interpretive Center to learn from an expert and see live snakes from right here in the Big Bend!
March 2018
Mar
2
End Date
Snakes of the Big Bend!
Davis Mountains State Park
Come to the Interpretive Center to learn from an expert and see live snakes from right here in the Big Bend!
April 2018
Apr
6
End Date
Snakes of the Big Bend!
Davis Mountains State Park
Come to the Interpretive Center to learn from an expert and see live snakes from right here in the Big Bend!
May 2018
May
4
End Date
Snakes of the Big Bend!
Davis Mountains State Park
Come to the Interpretive Center to learn from an expert and see live snakes from right here in the Big Bend!