Events
August 2026
Aug
7
7:00p
End Date
Aug
8
10:00a
End Date
Aug
8
10:00a
End Date
Fishing Knots
Bastrop State Park
Have a reel fun time learning how to tie two common fishing knots! Come and Go anytime between 10am to 11am.
Aug
8
2:00p
End Date
Slithering Snakes
Bastrop State Park
Come ssssseeeee what all the fuss is about! Are snakes really scary or just misunderstood? Learn how to identify 10 native snakes to Central Texas by their identifying characteristics. *no live snakes at this program*
Aug
10
8:30a
End Date
Interpretive Center Open 8:30am to 10:30am - Bastrop State Park
Bastrop State Park
Experience our brand new educational exhibits in our new Interpretive Center located inside the Historic Golf Shelter!
Aug
12
8:30p
End Date
Peering at Perseids
Buescher State Park
The Perseids are peaking on the 12th and 13th, join us for a watch party!
Aug
14
8:30a
End Date
Little Hike - Birding For Beginners
Buescher State Park
Join expert birders from Bastrop Audubon Society, Texas Master Naturalists and Bastrop Bird City to see how many different birds we can find! Beginners and experts welcome! We have free loaner binoculars if needed.
Aug
15
9:00a
End Date
Beavers, Birds and Butterflies of Buescher Lake
Buescher State Park
Beaver Watch! Let's explore the wildlife of Buescher Lake!
Aug
15
10:00a
End Date
Fishing Knots
Bastrop State Park
Have a reel fun time learning how to tie two common fishing knots! Come and Go anytime between 10am to 11am.
Aug
15
2:00p
End Date
Going Batty - Bat Craft
Bastrop State Park
Learn about some Texas Bats and build your own bat to take home with you!
Aug
17
8:30a
End Date
Interpretive Center Open 8:30am to 2:30pm - Bastrop State Park
Bastrop State Park
Experience our brand new educational exhibits in our new Interpretive Center located inside the Historic Golf Shelter!
Aug
19
10:30a
End Date
Reading Ranger
Buescher State Park
Join Ranger Madalyn at the Smithville Public Library for themed book readings and a craft! All ages welcome!
Aug
21
7:00p
End Date
Aug
22
9:00a
End Date
Exploration Station- Come and Go Discovery Table
Bastrop State Park
Discover the little critters of the Lost Pines!
Aug
22
9:00a
End Date
Binoculars and Birds for Beginners
Bastrop State Park
Learn the basics to birding and identify some of the birds that live in the Lost Pines!
Aug
22
2:00p
End Date
How the Parks Were Built - CCC
Buescher State Park
Explore the lives of the men enrolled in the Civilian Conservation Corps and how their hard work and dedication can still be seen today at Buescher State Park.
Aug
22
4:00p
End Date
Aug
24
8:30a
End Date
Interpretive Center Open 8:30am to 2:30pm - Bastrop State Park
Bastrop State Park
Experience our brand new educational exhibits in our new Interpretive Center located inside the Historic Golf Shelter!
Aug
28
8:30p
End Date
Full Moon Night Hike
Bastrop State Park
Enjoy the park after dark and see the trails in a new light on this fun night hike!
Aug
29
9:00a
End Date
Beavers, Birds and Butterflies of Buescher Lake
Buescher State Park
Beaver Watch! Let's explore the wildlife of Buescher Lake!
Aug
29
10:00a
End Date
Fishing Knots
Bastrop State Park
Have a reel fun time learning how to tie two common fishing knots! Come and Go anytime between 10am to 11am.
Aug
29
2:00p
End Date
Pollinator Camouflage Craft
Bastrop State Park
Many critters have adapted to use camouflage to help them survive, create your own adapted pollinator to help them blend in inside our interpretive center.
Aug
31
8:30a
End Date
Interpretive Center Open 8:30am to 2:30pm - Bastrop State Park
Bastrop State Park
Experience our brand new educational exhibits in our new Interpretive Center located inside the Historic Golf Shelter!
September 2026
Sep
12
9:30a
End Date
Bastrop State Park | One Night Event | Texas Outdoor Family | Austin Area (SPOTS FILLING FAST)
Bastrop State Park
Join us for a fun-filled weekend and discover the joys of camping in your Texas State Parks.
Sep
16
10:30a
End Date
Reading Ranger
Buescher State Park
Join Ranger Madalyn at the Smithville Public Library for themed book readings and a craft! All ages welcome!
Sep
26
9:00a
End Date
Veteran Mental Health Awareness Ruck Hike - Free Community Event
Bastrop State Park
Join us for support, connection, and remembrance through rucking together as a community.
October 2026
Oct
21
10:30a
End Date
Reading Ranger
Buescher State Park
Join Ranger Madalyn at the Smithville Public Library for themed book readings and a craft! All ages welcome!
November 2026
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!
Nov
18
10:30a
End Date
Reading Ranger
Buescher State Park
Join Ranger Madalyn at the Smithville Public Library for themed book readings and a craft! All ages welcome!
December 2026
Dec
16
10:30a
End Date
Reading Ranger
Buescher State Park
Join Ranger Madalyn at the Smithville Public Library for themed book readings and a craft! All ages welcome!
January 2027
Jan
20
10:30a
End Date
Reading Ranger
Buescher State Park
Join Ranger Madalyn at the Smithville Public Library for themed book readings and a craft! All ages welcome!
February 2027
Feb
17
10:30a
End Date
Reading Ranger
Buescher State Park
Join Ranger Madalyn at the Smithville Public Library for themed book readings and a craft! All ages welcome!
March 2027
Mar
17
10:30a
End Date
Reading Ranger
Buescher State Park
Join Ranger Madalyn at the Smithville Public Library for themed book readings and a craft! All ages welcome!
April 2027
Apr
21
10:30a
End Date
Reading Ranger
Buescher State Park
Join Ranger Madalyn at the Smithville Public Library for themed book readings and a craft! All ages welcome!
May 2027
May
19
10:30a
End Date
Reading Ranger
Buescher State Park
Join Ranger Madalyn at the Smithville Public Library for themed book readings and a craft! All ages welcome!
June 2027
Jun
16
10:30a
End Date
Reading Ranger
Buescher State Park
Join Ranger Madalyn at the Smithville Public Library for themed book readings and a craft! All ages welcome!
July 2027
Jul
21
10:30a
End Date
Reading Ranger
Buescher State Park
Join Ranger Madalyn at the Smithville Public Library for themed book readings and a craft! All ages welcome!
