Events
Call (361) 729-2858 or email the park to schedule a program or field trip for your group.
November 2025
Nov
22
2:00p
End Date
Nov
22
2:30p
End Date
Nov
22
7:00p
End Date
Night Sky Exploration
Goose Island State Park
Join a ranger as we tour the constellations of the night sky. Bonus: We're testing out our new telescopes!
Nov
23
8:00a
End Date
Birding with Kelly
Goose Island State Park
Join retired TPWD Biologist, Kelly Bryan, on a bird walk through Goose Island.
Nov
28
10:00a
End Date
America's Forgotten Tea
Goose Island State Park
Learn about North America's only caffeine-producing shrub!
Nov
28
2:30p
End Date
Youth Hunting Series: The Art of a Quiet Hunt
Goose Island State Park
Learn the importance of stealth and the importance of using your ears to detect deer and other living things around you.
Nov
29
9:00a
End Date
Birding with a Ranger (at Big Tree)
Goose Island State Park
Discover the birds that call Goose Island State Park home!
Nov
29
2:00p
End Date
Intro to Archery (Registration Required)
Goose Island State Park
Discover your new favorite hobby: archery!
Nov
29
2:30p
End Date
Nov
30
8:00a
End Date
Birding with Kelly
Goose Island State Park
Join retired TPWD Biologist, Kelly Bryan, on a bird walk through Goose Island.
December 2025
Dec
3
9:00a
End Date
Whooper Walk (Registration Required)
Goose Island State Park
Join biologists from the International Crane Foundation and a park ranger to learn more about the endangered Whooping Crane!
Dec
6
8:30a
End Date
Bird Banding Demonstration
Goose Island State Park
Observe expert bird banders catalogue some of Goose Island's winter residents.
Dec
10
9:00a
End Date
Whooper Walk (Registration Required)
Goose Island State Park
Join biologists from the International Crane Foundation and a park ranger to learn more about the endangered Whooping Crane!
Dec
13
5:30p
End Date
Christmas in the Park
Goose Island State Park
See the park in lights, enjoy holiday activities, and CAMP FOR FREE when you decorate your campsite!
Dec
17
9:00a
End Date
Whooper Walk (Registration Required)
Goose Island State Park
Join biologists from the International Crane Foundation and a park ranger to learn more about the endangered Whooping Crane!
January 2026
Jan
1
9:00a
End Date
First Day Hikes: Self-Guided Activities
Goose Island State Park
Start the New Year off with a resolution to spend more time outside enjoying nature!
Jan
7
9:00a
End Date
Whooper Walk (Registration Required)
Goose Island State Park
Join biologists from the International Crane Foundation and a park ranger to learn more about the endangered Whooping Crane!
Jan
10
10:00a
End Date
Explore Bowhunting (moved to JANUARY 10)
Goose Island State Park
Join us for a hands-on workshop that will get you ready to go out and harvest your first deer with a bow.
Jan
14
9:00a
End Date
Whooper Walk (Registration Required)
Goose Island State Park
Join biologists from the International Crane Foundation and a park ranger to learn more about the endangered Whooping Crane!
Jan
21
9:00a
End Date
Whooper Walk (Registration Required)
Goose Island State Park
Join biologists from the International Crane Foundation and a park ranger to learn more about the endangered Whooping Crane!
Jan
28
9:00a
End Date
Whooper Walk (Registration Required)
Goose Island State Park
Join biologists from the International Crane Foundation and a park ranger to learn more about the endangered Whooping Crane!
Jan
31
9:00a
End Date
Growing Up WILD Workshop - Rockport
Goose Island State Park
Professional development for anyone who works with young children including early childcare professionals, teachers, homeschool parents, and more.
February 2026
Feb
4
9:00a
End Date
Whooper Walk (Registration Required)
Goose Island State Park
Join biologists from the International Crane Foundation and a park ranger to learn more about the endangered Whooping Crane!
Feb
11
9:00a
End Date
Whooper Walk (Registration Required)
Goose Island State Park
Join biologists from the International Crane Foundation and a park ranger to learn more about the endangered Whooping Crane!
Feb
18
9:00a
End Date
Whooper Walk (Registration Required)
Goose Island State Park
Join biologists from the International Crane Foundation and a park ranger to learn more about the endangered Whooping Crane!
Feb
25
9:00a
End Date
Whooper Walk (Registration Required)
Goose Island State Park
Join biologists from the International Crane Foundation and a park ranger to learn more about the endangered Whooping Crane!
March 2026
Mar
4
9:00a
End Date
Whooper Walk (Registration Required)
Goose Island State Park
Join biologists from the International Crane Foundation and a park ranger to learn more about the endangered Whooping Crane!
Mar
11
9:00a
End Date
Whooper Walk (Registration Required)
Goose Island State Park
Join biologists from the International Crane Foundation and a park ranger to learn more about the endangered Whooping Crane!
Mar
18
9:00a
End Date
Whooper Walk (Registration Required)
Goose Island State Park
Join biologists from the International Crane Foundation and a park ranger to learn more about the endangered Whooping Crane!
Mar
25
9:00a
End Date
Whooper Walk (Registration Required)
Goose Island State Park
Join biologists from the International Crane Foundation and a park ranger to learn more about the endangered Whooping Crane!
