Dinosaur Valley State Park

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April 2026

Apr 16
2:00p
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Reading with a Ranger

Dinosaur Valley State Park
Join a ranger to hear a nature-themed story followed by an activity or craft.
Apr 17
2:00p
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Predators of the Park

Dinosaur Valley State Park
Learn about the carnivores that call Dino Valley home as we explore how they adapt to our habitats and live amongst us.
Apr 17
3:30p
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Plant Walk

Dinosaur Valley State Park
Join a ranger for a 1-mile guided walk to explore our local ecosystems as we see what plants are greening-up and flowering this spring. Learn how to ID a tree and some of our wildflowers along the way. We will also demonstrate how to use the iNaturalist app to help you ID plants.
Apr 18
10:00a
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Spring Wingding

Dinosaur Valley State Park
Spring Wingding is a community celebration that brings together all types of nature enthusiasts to share their expert knowledge with YOU about birds, bats, bees, butterflies, & dinosaurs!
Apr 18
8:30p
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BioBlitz: Backlighting for Insects

Dinosaur Valley State Park
Observe the diverse insects found right here at Dinosaur Valley under UV light! Dinosaur Valley is home to a diverse group of insects, many of which are active at night! Stop by to examine our insect populations. Visitors are encouraged to take pictures of the bugs they see and contribute observations to iNaturalist. Stay the whole evening or stop by at different times. We will see more insect diversity the later it gets!
Apr 19
10:00a
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Track Talk

Dinosaur Valley State Park
Gather round and hear the 113-million-year-old story of our dinosaur tracks! At this stationary program we'll discuss the tracks, the dinosaurs that made them, and a bit of the geologic history of the park.
Apr 21
8:30a
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Golden-Cheeked Warbler Hike

Dinosaur Valley State Park
Join a ranger on a approximate 2 mile hike to find this rare TX species. Participants will learn how to ID this bird by sight and sound.
Apr 23
2:00p
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Reading with a Ranger

Dinosaur Valley State Park
Join a ranger to hear a nature-themed story followed by an activity or craft.
Apr 24
5:00p
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Fire Building 101

Dinosaur Valley State Park
Join a ranger to learn how to build a successful campfire. Learn about the different structures and fuel sources used. After a demonstration, participants will get to build a campfire. We will light the structure if we are not in a burn ban at the time. Enjoy some s’more treats afterwards to celebrate your fire building success.
Apr 24
7:30p
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Sunset Overlook Hike

Dinosaur Valley State Park
Join a ranger for a guided 1.5-mile roundtrip moderate hike up to our Scenic Overlook. Explore our park's nature along the way and take in the views.
Apr 25
10:00a
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Fishing 101

Dinosaur Valley State Park
Join a ranger to learn the basics of fishing. Learn how to tie on a hook, cast a line, and hear about common fish found in the Paluxy River. We will have limited fishing rods and bait for participants to fish at the blue hole. Want to continue to fish after the program? Stop by our headquarters building and check out our Tackle Loaner Program. You may fish at any Texas State Park without a fishing license. State bag and length limits still apply.
Apr 25
1:00p
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River Romp

Dinosaur Valley State Park
Join a ranger on a walking Track Talk. We will hike a 1-mile round trip trail as we explore some of the different trackways in the Paluxy River. There is a chance to get into 1-2 ft of water and walk with the dinosaurs mid hike if the river levels are appropriate.
Apr 25
3:30p
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Junior Ranger Academy

Dinosaur Valley State Park
Learn how to become an environmental hero and earn our Junior Ranger Badge with our park rangers! This month we will be learning about our park mammals and how we survey for them.
Apr 26
10:00a
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Track Talk

Dinosaur Valley State Park
Gather round and hear the 113-million-year-old story of our dinosaur tracks! At this stationary program we'll discuss the tracks, the dinosaurs that made them, and a bit of the geologic history of the park.

May 2026

May 16
9:00p
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Star Party

Dinosaur Valley State Park
Notice: Event canceled due to weather. Celebrate the night sky and learn from real astronomers!
May 28
10:00a
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Dublin Public Library Visit

Dublin, TX - Dublin Public Library

August 2026

Aug 8
9:00p
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Star Party

Dinosaur Valley State Park
Notice: Event canceled due to weather. Celebrate the night sky and learn from real astronomers!

September 2026

Sep 12
8:00p
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Star Party

Dinosaur Valley State Park
Celebrate the night sky and learn from real astronomers!

October 2026

Oct 10
8:00p
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Star Party

Dinosaur Valley State Park
Celebrate the night sky and learn from real astronomers!

December 2026

Dec 12
8:00p
End Date

Star Party

Dinosaur Valley State Park
Celebrate the night sky and learn from real astronomers!