Calendar of Events

State Park Events

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March 2025

Mar 31
8:45p
End Date

Astronomy with Buddy

South Llano River State Park
Come by for a quick look at the stars!

April 2025

Apr 1
8:15a
End Date

Birding with a Ranger - CANCELLED April 8th, 15th, 22nd

Choke Canyon State Park - Calliham Unit
Use binoculars to spot all kinds of birds feeding in our Bird Sanctuary!
Apr 1
8:30a
End Date

Golden-cheeked Warbler Hike

South Llano River State Park
Join birding Master Naturalists for a walk to explore the golden-cheeked warbler habitat and other park birds.
Apr 1
9:00a
End Date

Hawk Watch

Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley State Park
Using keen eyesight, binoculars and spotting scopes, watch in awe and help keep count of the many raptors flying over as they continue their migration.
Apr 2
8:15a
End Date

Birding with a Ranger - CANCELLED April 8th, 15th, 22nd

Choke Canyon State Park - Calliham Unit
Use binoculars to spot all kinds of birds feeding in our Bird Sanctuary!
Apr 2
8:30a
End Date

Shorebird Walk

Goose Island State Park
Spring bird walks are back!
Apr 2
9:00a
End Date

Hawk Watch

Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley State Park
Using keen eyesight, binoculars and spotting scopes, watch in awe and help keep count of the many raptors flying over as they continue their migration.
Apr 2
9:00a
End Date

Bison & Longhorn Self-Guided Viewing

San Angelo State Park
Watch Bison and Longhorn graze and meet with park staff!
Apr 3
8:15a
End Date

Birding with a Ranger - CANCELLED April 8th, 15th, 22nd

Choke Canyon State Park - Calliham Unit
Use binoculars to spot all kinds of birds feeding in our Bird Sanctuary!
Apr 3
8:30a
End Date

Woodland Bird Tour

Goose Island State Park
Spring migration has kicked off!
Apr 3
8:30a
End Date

Golden-cheeked Warbler Hike

South Llano River State Park
Join birding Master Naturalists for a walk to explore the golden-cheeked warbler habitat and other park birds.
Apr 3
9:00a
End Date

Nature Walk

Lost Maples State Natural Area
See what nature calls Lost Maples home.
Apr 3
9:00a
End Date

Scenic Overlook Nature Walk

Guadalupe River State Park
Join us on the first three Thursdays of the month for an easy nature walk with a beautiful view!
Apr 3
9:00a
End Date

Hawk Watch

Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley State Park
Using keen eyesight, binoculars and spotting scopes, watch in awe and help keep count of the many raptors flying over as they continue their migration.
Apr 3
10:00a
End Date

Hike With Homeless Dogs

Davis Mountains State Park
Help a homeless dog have a great time on the trail!
Apr 3
6:30p
End Date

Cowboy Campfire - Poetry, Stories, and Songs

Abilene State Park
Listen to Cowboy stories and learn about our cowboy heritage!
Apr 3
9:00p
End Date

Starry Night Stories

Davis Mountains State Park
Enjoy an evening of constellation viewing and storytelling.
Apr 4
8:00a
End Date

The Joy of Birding (CLSP Birding Month)

Caddo Lake State Park
Channel your inner "Bob Ross" chill, join a ranger on a peaceful bird adventure, and learn the benefits of birding!
Apr 4
8:00a
End Date

Birding Hike

Brazos Bend State Park
Brazos Bend State Park is home to over 300 species of birds making it the perfect place to bird-watch all year round!
Apr 4
8:15a
End Date

Birding with a Ranger - CANCELLED April 8th, 15th, 22nd

Choke Canyon State Park - Calliham Unit
Use binoculars to spot all kinds of birds feeding in our Bird Sanctuary!
Apr 4
8:30a
End Date

Wild Wellness

Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley State Park
Connect with nature through exercise and meditation.
Apr 4
8:30a
End Date

Big Tree Birding (Registration Required)

Goose Island State Park
Come along with us to view birds at the Big Tree Natural Area!
Apr 4
9:00a
End Date

Hawk Watch

Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley State Park
Using keen eyesight, binoculars and spotting scopes, watch in awe and help keep count of the many raptors flying over as they continue their migration.
Apr 4
9:30a
End Date

Birding 101 Hike

Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to learn about our feathered friends in the park!
Apr 4
10:00a
End Date

Women's Hike

Palo Duro Canyon State Park
Join us for a 3 mile hike.
Apr 4
10:00a
End Date

Bird Bingo

Choke Canyon State Park - Calliham Unit
Birding and Bingo is a fun combination for the whole family! Test out your Bird ID skills with this game!
Apr 4
11:00a
End Date

Coffee with a Ranger

Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
Have questions, will drink coffee.
Apr 4
1:00p
End Date

Bison History

Caprock Canyons State Park & Trailway
Travel back in time and learn about the mighty American bison.
Apr 4
1:30p
End Date

Butterfly and Dragonfly Tours

Estero Llano Grande State Park
Join us on a ranger-led tour for all ages and experience levels through the park noting these beautiful insects, some found nowhere else but in South Texas. This tour is for YOU!
Apr 4
1:30p
End Date

Wilderness Survival Hike

Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to learn about the plants and other resources native people used in our area!
Apr 4
2:00p
End Date

Meet The Longhorns

Copper Breaks State Park
Meet some of the official state longhorn herd!
Apr 4
2:00p
End Date

Goose Island Tram Tour (Registration Required)

Goose Island State Park
Tram tours are back! Explore the park history from the comfort of our electric tram.
Apr 4
3:00p
End Date

Critters of LCCSP

Lake Corpus Christi State Park
Learn about the wild animals of the park.
Apr 4
3:00p
End Date

All About Knots

Tyler State Park
Hook, Line, and Sinker!
Apr 4
6:00p
End Date

Evening Guided Hike

Inks Lake State Park
Join us to learn about the ecology and history of Inks Lake State Park.
Apr 4
6:30p
End Date

Garner State Park | Two Night Event | Texas Outdoor Family | Austin Area (SOLD OUT)

Garner State Park
Join us for a fun-filled weekend and discover the joys of camping in your Texas State Parks.
Apr 4
7:30p
End Date

Night Ride

Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley State Park
Join a park naturalist and explore the park after dark.
Apr 5 End Date

Story Book Stroll

Meridian State Park
Check out our self-guided hike available at the Shinnery Ridge Trail, featuring the children's book "The Legend of The Bluebonnet" by author Tomie DePaola.
Apr 5
7:30a
End Date

Warbler Walk

Government Canyon State Natural Area
Did you know EVERY Golden-cheeked Warbler born on Planet Earth is a Native Texan?? It’s true! Learn about these federally-listed endangered songbirds who come to Government Canyon every Spring to nest, mate and start their families here in the Texas Hill Country.
Apr 5
8:00a
End Date

Explore the Canyon

Government Canyon State Natural Area
Join dedicated volunteers for an informative and FUN hike at Government Canyon SNA
Apr 5
8:00a
End Date

Birding Hike

Mission Tejas State Park
Join the park interpreter for an early-morning birdwatching hike!
Apr 5
8:00a
End Date

Scutes, Scales and Slime Scavenger Hunt

Sheldon Lake State Park & Environmental Learning Center
Crawl, slither or hop through the park to find all of our cold-blooded critters!
Apr 5
8:15a
End Date

Birding with a Ranger - CANCELLED April 8th, 15th, 22nd

Choke Canyon State Park - Calliham Unit
Use binoculars to spot all kinds of birds feeding in our Bird Sanctuary!
Apr 5
8:30a
End Date

Woodland Bird Tour

Goose Island State Park
Spring migration has kicked off!
Apr 5
8:30a
End Date

Birding with a Ranger

Pedernales Falls State Park
Join our park ranger in viewing local and migrating birds!
Apr 5
8:30a
End Date

Birdwatching with a Ranger

Lake Bob Sandlin State Park
Join us to learn the skills and tools to watch birds!
Apr 5
8:30a
End Date

Storybook Stroll

Dinosaur Valley State Park
Take a stroll through a story, where every step brings a new adventure to life!
Apr 5
9:00a
End Date

TPWD - AGENCY-WIDE CAREER & VOLUNTEER FAIR

Tyler State Park
TPWD CAREER FAIR April 5, 2025 9 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. FREE ENTRY (Day Use ONLY) Tyler State Park, 789 Park Road 16, Tyler, TX 75706-9141 Event Site in Park: Northside Day Use Area Register for the Agency-Wide Fair here. TEXAS PARKS AND WILDLIFE DEPARTMENT’S MISSION To manage and conserve the natural and cultural resources of Texas and to provide hunting, fishing and outdoor recreation opportunities for the use and enjoyment of present and future generations. Achieve your career goals while making a difference for Texas! Meet us in person to learn how your expertise aligns with our agency values and mission as we work together to continue to make Texas awesome! Attendees will have the opportunity to: Speak with hiring managers and HR representatives. Experience the beautiful Tyler State Park. View current positions on the Career Opportunities website. Benefits Offered: Health insurance Retirement benefits Work-life balance Training and growth opportunities Make an impact! WORKING AT THE TPWD See who we are and what we do and one of the reasons why the TPWD is a great place to work! We offer competitive compensation and benefits package including medical, dental, vision, 401(k), flexible spending, and flexible work hours so you can have a work/life balance! For more information about these benefits and more visit: Benefits - Jobs & Careers at TPWD - TPWD (texas.gov) Questions: contact us at recruitment@tpwd.texas.gov Qualifications View current positions on the Career Opportunities website. Register here: https://forms.office.com/pages/responsepage.aspx?id=p_1keK1i7EeB7DIyZuOjX7ZtWfuSmrZKkdAj670TFnBUQjY1UzYyNlBLSkZPRlRLSkpZVEVBWjFLNy4u&route=shorturl.
Apr 5
9:00a
End Date

Saturday Honey Creek Guided Walk

Honey Creek State Natural Area
Experience the natural and cultural history of Honey Creek!
Apr 5
9:00a
End Date

Coffee with a Ranger

Caprock Canyons State Park & Trailway
Need coffee. Need conversation.
Apr 5
9:00a
End Date

Birding Tour

Lake Corpus Christi State Park
Spot some of the over 200 species of birds identified at Lake Corpus Christi State Park!
Apr 5
9:00a
End Date

Volunteer Workday

San Angelo State Park
Work with park staff on projects around the park.
Apr 5
9:00a
End Date

Dutch Oven Cooking

Daingerfield State Park
Interested in learning to cook in a Dutch oven over a campfire? Daingerfield State Park is the place to be!
Apr 5
9:00a
End Date

Lake Hike

Abilene State Park
Get outside, get fit!
Apr 5
9:00a
End Date

Hunter Education Internet + Field Course (Registration Required)

Goose Island State Park
Obtain your Hunter Education certification followed by fishing with the instructor.
Apr 5
9:00a
End Date

Hawk Watch

Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley State Park
Using keen eyesight, binoculars and spotting scopes, watch in awe and help keep count of the many raptors flying over as they continue their migration.
Apr 5
9:00a
End Date

Spring Migration Bird Walk

Galveston Island State Park
Explore the wonderful world of birds with us!
Apr 5
9:00a
End Date

"All Things GREEN" Alphabet Hunt

Lake Whitney State Park
It's always fun to explore Lake Whitney State Park, add the challenge of looking for anything green but it must correspond to the letters of the alphabet to celebrate earth day month. It's an exciting way to connect with nature and learn about the environment while hunting for GREEN treasures!
Apr 5
9:00a
End Date

Bison & Longhorn Self-Guided Viewing

San Angelo State Park
Watch Bison and Longhorn graze and meet with park staff!
Apr 5
9:15a
End Date

Native Plants Education Station

Buescher State Park
Stop by to learn about the many benefits of wildscaping your yard with native plants!
Apr 5
9:30a
End Date

Guided Summit Hike

Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
Join a ranger or volunteer for a morning hike on our most popular trail.
Apr 5
10:00a
End Date

All About Us!

Brazos Bend State Park
Join us to experience the park, like it's your first time, on our Creekfield Lake Trail.
Apr 5
10:00a
End Date

Trail Mix: Edible Plants Guided Hike

Buescher State Park
Hit the trails with a Lost Pines Master Naturalist on a fun guided hike!
Apr 5
10:00a
End Date

Fire Through Our Forest - Guided Hike

Bastrop State Park
Fire in the woods is natural and necessary find out how and why on this guided hike.
Apr 5
10:00a
End Date

Craft a Pinwheel

Fort Richardson State Park & Historic Site / Lost Creek Reservoir State Trailway
Come decorate and build your very own springtime pinwheel!
Apr 5
10:00a
End Date

Hard Labor Hike

Lockhart State Park
Hear the story of the Civilian Conservation Corps and discover their legacy in this engaging hike!
Apr 5
10:00a
End Date

Track Talk

Dinosaur Valley State Park
Gather round and hear the 113-million-year-old story of our dinosaur tracks!
Apr 5
10:00a
End Date

Microscopic Water Bugs - CANCELLED March 29th

Choke Canyon State Park - Calliham Unit
What's in the water? Let's find out!
Apr 5
10:00a
End Date

First Saturday Nature Walk

Stephen F. Austin State Park
Every month, we invite you to dive into the wonders of Stephen F. Austin State Park on a fun and informative guided hike.
Apr 5
10:00a
End Date

Fishing 101

Blanco State Park
Come on out and catch some fish with us!
Apr 5
10:00a
End Date

Aranama Nature Trail Hike

Goliad State Park & Historic Site
Explore the flora, fauna, and history of Goliad State Park on this ranger-led 1/3-mile hike.
Apr 5
10:00a
End Date

Bug Safari

Lake Somerville State Park - Birch Creek Unit
Join us for a Bug-tastic adventure with our Bug Safari program!
Apr 5
10:00a
End Date

They Don't All Sting You!

Inks Lake State Park
Come learn about the fascinating insects called wasps and bees!
Apr 5
10:00a
End Date

Coffee with a Ranger

Bonham State Park
Do you have any questions about the park? Stop by and ask away.
Apr 5
11:00a
End Date

Skins and Skulls

Bonham State Park
Check out the skin and skull collection from the Bluestem Master Naturalist Chapter.
Apr 5
11:00a
End Date

Wildlife Hike

Pedernales Falls State Park
Join our ranger in hiking along the river, surveying flood damage and erosion!
Apr 5
11:00a
End Date

Wildcraft: Armadillos!

Brazos Bend State Park
Join us for a story about armadillos and make a macaroni armadillo to take home!
Apr 5
12:00p
End Date

Is this a Danger Noodle?

Stephen F. Austin State Park
Get to know the slithery residents of the park—learn snake identification and safety!
Apr 5
12:00p
End Date

Nature Center Hours

Stephen F. Austin State Park
Come explore the wonders of nature at the Nature Center this April!
Apr 5
1:00p
End Date

Explore Bowhunting

Purtis Creek State Park
Learn how to bow hunt with a fun community workshop!
Apr 5
1:00p
End Date

Intro to Archery

Lockhart State Park
Learn how to shoot like Robin Hood or Katniss Everdeen!
Apr 5
1:00p
End Date

Intro to Archery

Choke Canyon State Park - Calliham Unit
Come shoot some arrows! Equipment provided.
Apr 5
1:00p
End Date

Alligators: From Egg to Apex

Brazos Bend State Park
Join us to hear how the largest predator at Brazos Bend starts at the bottom!
Apr 5
1:00p
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!
Apr 5
2:00p
End Date

Meet The Longhorns

Copper Breaks State Park
Meet some of the official state longhorn herd!
Apr 5
2:00p
End Date

iNaturalist 101

Franklin Mountains State Park
Ever found a plant or animal in the park, or even your backyard, and asked "What is that?" Want to participate in this year's City Nature Challenge, a bioblitz-style competition to see which city can get the most number of people identifying plants and animals? Join us to learn how to use this amazing citizen science app!
Apr 5
2:00p
End Date

Intro to Archery

Choke Canyon State Park - Calliham Unit
Come shoot some arrows! Equipment provided.
Apr 5
2:00p
End Date

iNaturalist 101

Franklin Mountains State Park
Ever see a plant or animal on a trail and wish you knew what it was? Join us for a fun and interactive program where we teach you to use iNaturalist, a free citizen science app that helps you identify the nature around you.
Apr 5
2:00p
End Date

The Buzz About Bees

Fort Boggy State Park
Bees and other pollinators are responsible for one out of every three bites of food we eat.
Apr 5
2:00p
End Date

Reading with a Ranger

Caprock Canyons State Park & Trailway
Storytelling for all ages!
Apr 5
2:00p
End Date

Mission History Tour

Goliad State Park & Historic Site
Enjoy a guided history tour of Mission Espiritu Santo as you learn about life in and around the mission during the Spanish Colonial Era.
Apr 5
2:00p
End Date

Scat and Tracks

South Llano River State Park
Come discover what animals leave behind!
Apr 5
2:00p
End Date

Nature Journaling

Sheldon Lake State Park & Environmental Learning Center
Let the park inspire you!
Apr 5
2:00p
End Date

iNaturalist and Seek Hike

Cooper Lake State Park - South Sulphur Unit
Learn how to become a citizen scientist.
Apr 5
2:30p
End Date

Rice Family Log Home Tour

Mission Tejas State Park
Come learn about the history of the Rice Family Log Home from the park interpreter!
Apr 5
2:30p
End Date

Reptiles with a Ranger

Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to meet some of our native reptiles!
Apr 5
3:00p
End Date

Wildcraft

Lake Corpus Christi State Park
Make a craft to remember the park by!
Apr 5
3:00p
End Date

Golf for Beginners 4

Lockhart State Park
Join our golf instructor to hone your skills and knowledge of the game! Registration required.
Apr 5
3:00p
End Date

Paddle Around

Tyler State Park
Time to get on the water!
Apr 5
3:00p
End Date

Native American Atlatl Hunting

Choke Canyon State Park - Calliham Unit
A family-friendly blast to the past. Hunt like the Native Americans used to, with real Atlatls!
Apr 5
3:00p
End Date

Beach Walk

Galveston Island State Park
The Gulf of Mexico is our destination. What exciting things will we see along the way?
Apr 5
3:30p
End Date

Ancient Spear Throwing

Lockhart State Park
Join us to learn the basics of prehistoric hunting with an atlatl!
Apr 5
7:30p
End Date

Nocturnal Insect Mission

Lake Somerville State Park - Birch Creek Unit
Join us at Birch Creek Unit for an exciting Nocturnal Insect Mission!
Apr 5
8:00p
End Date

Star Party with the San Antonio Astronomical Association

Guadalupe River State Park
Join us for stargazing and planet watching!
Apr 5
8:30p
End Date

Star Party

Lake Brownwood State Park
Join us for a night under the stars to learn about what's out there in the night sky!
Apr 5
8:30p
End Date

Night Hike

Lake Mineral Wells State Park & Trailway
Discover fun nighttime activities in the outdoors! Call to Reserve a spot! (940) 328-1171 x 222.
Apr 6
8:00a
End Date

Birding Hike

Brazos Bend State Park
Brazos Bend State Park is home to over 300 species of birds making it the perfect place to bird-watch all year round!
Apr 6
8:30a
End Date

Women's Hike - Lower Sunset

Franklin Mountains State Park
Come explore the beautiful Chihuahuan Desert with other women, led by a female ranger or volunteer. Learn about best hiking practices and the unique desert ecosystems. This hike is open to women of all experience levels who are excited to spend more quality time outdoors.
Apr 6
8:30a
End Date

Storybook Stroll

Dinosaur Valley State Park
Take a stroll through a story, where every step brings a new adventure to life!
Apr 6
9:00a
End Date

Sunday Honey Creek Guided Walk

Honey Creek State Natural Area
Experience the natural and cultural history of Honey Creek!
Apr 6
9:00a
End Date

Hawk Watch

Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley State Park
Using keen eyesight, binoculars and spotting scopes, watch in awe and help keep count of the many raptors flying over as they continue their migration.
Apr 6
9:00a
End Date

CCC History Hike

Abilene State Park
Join a ranger in a hike along our Legacy Trail and learn about the people who built the park!
Apr 6
9:00a
End Date

Birding with a Ranger

Inks Lake State Park
Discover the birds that visit Inks Lake State Park!
Apr 6
10:00a
End Date

Ranching & Roping

Goliad State Park & Historic Site
Learn why Goliad is considered the Birthplace of Texas Ranching and try your hand at roping!
Apr 6
10:00a
End Date

All About Us!

Brazos Bend State Park
Join us to experience the park, like it's your first time, on our Creekfield Lake Trail.
Apr 6
10:00a
End Date

Track Talk

Dinosaur Valley State Park
Gather round and hear the 113-million-year-old story of our dinosaur tracks!
Apr 6
10:00a
End Date

Fishing with a Ranger

Lyndon B. Johnson State Park & Historic Site
Join a Ranger for a leisurely morning of fishing on the Pedernales River!
Apr 6
10:30a
End Date

Sunday Morning Wildflower Wander

Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
This event cancelled, 03/30/2025. What's blooming at Enchanted Rock this spring? Take a stroll by the creek with Ranger Hannah and find out!
Apr 6
11:00a
End Date

Alligators: From Egg to Apex

Brazos Bend State Park
Join us to hear how the largest predator at Brazos Bend starts at the bottom!
Apr 6
12:00p
End Date

Nature Center Hours

Stephen F. Austin State Park
Come explore the wonders of nature at the Nature Center this April!
Apr 6
1:30p
End Date

Art in the Park

Cooper Lake State Park - South Sulphur Unit
Paint yourself into to nature because everyone plays a role.
Apr 6
2:00p
End Date

Enchanting Rocks

Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
Stop by our gazebo and learn about the geology, rocks, and minerals that make this park so ENCHANTING!
Apr 6
2:00p
End Date

Mission History Tour

Goliad State Park & Historic Site
Enjoy a guided history tour of Mission Espiritu Santo as you learn about life in and around the mission during the Spanish Colonial Era.
Apr 6
2:00p
End Date

Gator Gazing

Sheldon Lake State Park & Environmental Learning Center
Alligators are out and about!
Apr 6
2:00p
End Date

The Old Tree's Beard: Garlands of the Swamp

Brazos Bend State Park
Come learn about those weird, gray vines hanging from our trees: Spanish moss!
Apr 7
9:00a
End Date

Hawk Watch

Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley State Park
Using keen eyesight, binoculars and spotting scopes, watch in awe and help keep count of the many raptors flying over as they continue their migration.
Apr 8
8:15a
End Date

Birding with a Ranger - CANCELLED April 8th, 15th, 22nd

Choke Canyon State Park - Calliham Unit
Use binoculars to spot all kinds of birds feeding in our Bird Sanctuary!
Apr 8
8:30a
End Date

Golden-cheeked Warbler Hike

South Llano River State Park
Join birding Master Naturalists for a walk to explore the golden-cheeked warbler habitat and other park birds.
Apr 8
9:00a
End Date

Hawk Watch

Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley State Park
Using keen eyesight, binoculars and spotting scopes, watch in awe and help keep count of the many raptors flying over as they continue their migration.
Apr 8
10:00a
End Date

Homeschool Program

Davis Mountains State Park
This outdoor education program promises a fun time for kids and parents.
Apr 8
10:00a
End Date

Homeschool Class: Stream Study

Lockhart State Park
Experience Lockhart State Park as an outdoor classroom in this program for school-age kids! Registration required.
Apr 9
8:15a
End Date

Birding with a Ranger - CANCELLED April 8th, 15th, 22nd

Choke Canyon State Park - Calliham Unit
Use binoculars to spot all kinds of birds feeding in our Bird Sanctuary!
Apr 9
8:30a
End Date

Shorebird Walk

Goose Island State Park
Spring bird walks are back!
Apr 9
9:00a
End Date

Hawk Watch

Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley State Park
Using keen eyesight, binoculars and spotting scopes, watch in awe and help keep count of the many raptors flying over as they continue their migration.
Apr 9
9:00a
End Date

Bison & Longhorn Self-Guided Viewing

San Angelo State Park
Watch Bison and Longhorn graze and meet with park staff!
Apr 9
10:00a
End Date

Homeschool Class: Stream Study

Lockhart State Park
Experience Lockhart State Park as an outdoor classroom in this program for school-age kids! Registration required.
Apr 9
10:00a
End Date

Guided Hike at New Northern Enchanted Rock Property

Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
Join a ranger for a first glimpse at the newest addition to Enchanted Rock State Natural Area, to the north of the main park.
Apr 9
10:00a
End Date

Homeschool Program at Blanco State Park

Blanco State Park
Join us for a homeschool program in the park!
Apr 9
10:00a
End Date

Master Naturalist Hike

Davis Mountains State Park
Take an introductory deep dive into the Davis Mountains on this moderate walk 'n' talk.
Apr 9
2:00p
End Date

Homeschool Class: Stream Study

Lockhart State Park
Experience Lockhart State Park as an outdoor classroom in this program for school-age kids! Registration required.
Apr 9
4:00p
End Date

Reading with a Ranger at Pioneer Memorial Library

Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
Join a ranger at the historic Pioneer Memorial Library in Fredericksburg for a nature-oriented story time!
Apr 10
8:15a
End Date

Birding with a Ranger - CANCELLED April 8th, 15th, 22nd

Choke Canyon State Park - Calliham Unit
Use binoculars to spot all kinds of birds feeding in our Bird Sanctuary!
Apr 10
8:30a
End Date

Woodland Bird Tour

Goose Island State Park
Spring migration has kicked off!
Apr 10
8:30a
End Date

Golden-cheeked Warbler Hike

South Llano River State Park
Join birding Master Naturalists for a walk to explore the golden-cheeked warbler habitat and other park birds.
Apr 10
9:00a
End Date

Scenic Overlook Nature Walk

Guadalupe River State Park
Join us on the first three Thursdays of the month for an easy nature walk with a beautiful view!
Apr 10
9:00a
End Date

Hawk Watch

Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley State Park
Using keen eyesight, binoculars and spotting scopes, watch in awe and help keep count of the many raptors flying over as they continue their migration.
Apr 10
10:00a
End Date

Homeschool Class: Stream Study

Lockhart State Park
Experience Lockhart State Park as an outdoor classroom in this program for school-age kids! Registration required.
Apr 10
10:00a
End Date

Hike With Homeless Dogs

Davis Mountains State Park
Help a homeless dog have a great time on the trail!
Apr 11
8:00a
End Date

The Joy of Birding (CLSP Birding Month)

Caddo Lake State Park
Channel your inner "Bob Ross" chill, join a ranger on a peaceful bird adventure, and learn the benefits of birding!
Apr 11
8:15a
End Date

Birding with a Ranger - CANCELLED April 8th, 15th, 22nd

Choke Canyon State Park - Calliham Unit
Use binoculars to spot all kinds of birds feeding in our Bird Sanctuary!
Apr 11
8:30a
End Date

Big Tree Birding (Registration Required)

Goose Island State Park
Come along with us to view birds at the Big Tree Natural Area!
Apr 11
9:00a
End Date

Hawk Watch

Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley State Park
Using keen eyesight, binoculars and spotting scopes, watch in awe and help keep count of the many raptors flying over as they continue their migration.
Apr 11
9:00a
End Date

Bentsen Easy Nature Walk

Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley State Park
Explore the wonders of the Rio Grande Valley on a guided walk in its wild spaces.
Apr 11
9:00a
End Date

Cottonwood Canopy Tour

Davis Mountains State Park
Explore the Cottonwood trees along Limpia Creek and learn why they are an important desert species.
Apr 11
9:30a
End Date

Fishing with a Ranger

Lake Brownwood State Park
Come and learn some new fishing skills with a ranger!
Apr 11
10:00a
End Date

Fishing with a Ranger

Purtis Creek State Park
Join a ranger for some fishin'!
Apr 11
10:00a
End Date

Bird Bingo

Choke Canyon State Park - Calliham Unit
Birding and Bingo is a fun combination for the whole family! Test out your Bird ID skills with this game!
Apr 11
1:00p
End Date

Skins, Skulls, Tracks, and Scat!

Caprock Canyons State Park & Trailway
Take a look at some wildlife skins, skulls, tracks, and even some scat with us!
Apr 11
1:30p
End Date

Butterfly and Dragonfly Tours

Estero Llano Grande State Park
Join us on a ranger-led tour for all ages and experience levels through the park noting these beautiful insects, some found nowhere else but in South Texas. This tour is for YOU!
Apr 11
1:30p
End Date

Wilderness Survival Hike

Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to learn about the plants and other resources native people used in our area!
Apr 11
2:00p
End Date

Meet The Longhorns

Copper Breaks State Park
Meet some of the official state longhorn herd!
Apr 11
2:00p
End Date

Sketch in Nature

Davis Mountains State Park
Join us as we flex our sketching skills, capturing the beauty of the Davis Mountains.
Apr 11
3:00p
End Date

Art in the Park

Tyler State Park
Let's find the beauty in nature
Apr 11
5:00p
End Date

Plant Survival Trail

Choke Canyon State Park - Calliham Unit
Lost in the woods? Come learn what plants you could use to survive in the wild!
Apr 11
6:00p
End Date

Palo Duro Van Tour

Palo Duro Canyon State Park
Learn a bit about Palo Duro Canyon from the comfort of our van.
Apr 11
6:30p
End Date

Lake Tawakoni State Park | Two Night Event | Texas Outdoor Family | DFW Area (SOLD OUT)

Lake Tawakoni State Park
Join us for a fun-filled weekend and discover the joys of camping in your Texas State Parks.
Apr 11
8:00p
End Date

Night Creatures

Bonham State Park
Discover the wild side of Bonham State Park’ s nightlife.
Apr 11
8:30p
End Date

Mothing: The Wonderful World of Moths

Bonham State Park
Discover the amazing critters of the night using only a sheet and a flashlight.
Apr 12
8:15a
End Date

Birding with a Ranger - CANCELLED April 8th, 15th, 22nd

Choke Canyon State Park - Calliham Unit
Use binoculars to spot all kinds of birds feeding in our Bird Sanctuary!
Apr 12
8:30a
End Date

Woodland Bird Tour

Goose Island State Park
Spring migration has kicked off!
Apr 12
8:30a
End Date

Birdwatching with a Ranger

Lake Bob Sandlin State Park
Join us to learn the skills and tools to watch birds!
Apr 12
9:00a
End Date

Bird Outing

Lake Arrowhead State Park
Join the Texas Master Naturalists: Rolling Plains chapter to look for birds
Apr 12
9:00a
End Date

Dutch Oven Cooking

Purtis Creek State Park
Come check out what the Purtis Creek Dutch Oven Society is all about!
Apr 12
9:00a
End Date

Saturday Honey Creek Guided Walk

Honey Creek State Natural Area
Experience the natural and cultural history of Honey Creek!
Apr 12
9:00a
End Date

Birding Tour

Lake Corpus Christi State Park
Spot some of the over 200 species of birds identified at Lake Corpus Christi State Park!
Apr 12
9:00a
End Date

Kid’s Wilderness Survival

Lake Mineral Wells State Park & Trailway
A great program for your child’s outdoor safety and parents learn as much as the kids.
Apr 12
9:00a
End Date

Hawk Watch

Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley State Park
Using keen eyesight, binoculars and spotting scopes, watch in awe and help keep count of the many raptors flying over as they continue their migration.
Apr 12
9:00a
End Date

Cooking on the Dance Floor

Abilene State Park
Learn to cook the old fashioned way!
Apr 12
9:00a
End Date

Coffee with the Birds Birds Hike

Lake Whitney State Park
Start your day off right by connecting with nature and fellow bird enthusiasts! Join us for a relaxing bird walk where we will sip on coffee and enjoy the sights and sounds of our feathered friends.
Apr 12
9:00a
End Date

Bison & Longhorn Self-Guided Viewing

San Angelo State Park
Watch Bison and Longhorn graze and meet with park staff!
Apr 12
9:30a
End Date

Guided Summit Hike

Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
Join a ranger or volunteer for a morning hike on our most popular trail.
Apr 12
9:30a
End Date

Wildflower Walk

Lake Brownwood State Park
Join us to learn about flowers in bloom and other plants in the park!
Apr 12
9:30a
End Date

Brazos Bend State Park | One Night Event | Texas Outdoor Family | Houston Area (Registration Open)

Brazos Bend State Park
Join us for a fun-filled weekend and discover the joys of camping in your Texas State Parks.
Apr 12
9:30a
End Date

Junior Ranger Academy

Government Canyon State Natural Area
Explore the trails at Government Canyon with a ranger and earn your Junior Ranger badge.
Apr 12
9:30a
End Date

Easter in the Park

Atlanta State Park
Hunt for Easter eggs, take a picture with the Easter Bunny, fish, play games, and more! *Easter egg hunters must be in the park by 9:30 a.m.*
Apr 12
10:00a
End Date

All About Us!

Brazos Bend State Park
Join us to experience the park, like it's your first time, on our Creekfield Lake Trail.
Apr 12
10:00a
End Date

Dutch Oven Cooking 101

Lake Somerville State Park - Nails Creek Unit
Let's get cooking! Join us to get a taste of Dutch oven knowledge...and maybe even a taste of yummy Dutch oven cooking!
Apr 12
10:00a
End Date

Wildlife Walk

Lockhart State Park
Whose park is this?
Apr 12
10:00a
End Date

Colors of the Park: Wildflower Hike

Bonham State Park
Take a short hike to explore the park from a different viewpoint.
Apr 12
10:00a
End Date

Rascally Raccoons

Dinosaur Valley State Park
Come dive into the fascinating world of raccoons!
Apr 12
10:00a
End Date

Guided Hike - Fantastical Fungi

Village Creek State Park
Hike with a Ranger, he's a real fun guy! What do I need for this hike you might ask? Amanita pair of boots and a sense of adventure. Adults and toadstools welcome, it's no truffle at all!
Apr 12
10:00a
End Date

Track Talk

Dinosaur Valley State Park
Gather round and hear the 113-million-year-old story of our dinosaur tracks!
Apr 12
10:00a
End Date

Birding 101

South Llano River State Park
Come on out and explore birding with a Ranger!
Apr 12
10:00a
End Date

Knots and Fishing with a Ranger

McKinney Falls State Park
Join us for fishing and knot tying at Upper Falls!
Apr 12
10:00a
End Date

Microscopic Water Bugs - CANCELLED March 29th

Choke Canyon State Park - Calliham Unit
What's in the water? Let's find out!
Apr 12
10:00a
End Date

Discover the Forest Hike

Stephen F. Austin State Park
Join us for a fun and educational guided hike through the beautiful Bottomland Forest at Stephen F. Austin State Park!
Apr 12
10:00a
End Date

Nature Hike

Lake Bob Sandlin State Park
Join us on a guided hike to learn about many of the park's plants, animals, and some of its history.
Apr 12
10:00a
End Date

Wings on the Wind - A Science and Nature Festival

Abilene State Park
Join Texas Master Naturalists to learn about the mysteries of wind!
Apr 12
10:00a
End Date

Parks on the Air!

Bastrop State Park
Join Park Host volunteer Rog and Carolyn to learn about HAM Radios! During this event, other HAM Radio operators will be calling in from all over the USA and farther to Bastrop State Park!
Apr 12
10:00a
End Date

3rd Annual Fun For All

Inks Lake State Park
Join us for a fun-filled and all-inclusive day with a variety of programs modified for accessibility needs.
Apr 12
10:00a
End Date

Mission Scavenger Hunt

Goliad State Park & Historic Site
Join a ranger on a scavenger hunt as you use your given clues to find "artifacts" in the park, then hear what makes each artifact special to Mission Espiritu Santo!
Apr 12
11:00a
End Date

Wildcraft: Hummingbird Feeders!

Blanco State Park
We are buzzing with excitement about our hummingbirds!
Apr 12
11:00a
End Date

Balmorhea Community Day

Balmorhea State Park
A free park entry day full of atlatl throwing, specialty tours, crafts, 10+ education tables, and (of course) swimming!
Apr 12
11:00a
End Date

Tejas Watercolors

Mission Tejas State Park
Come express yourself artistically with watercolors!
Apr 12
11:00a
End Date

Nature Walk

Dinosaur Valley State Park
Come take a walk with us and discover the many species that call Dino Valley home!
Apr 12
12:00p
End Date

Nature Center Hours

Stephen F. Austin State Park
Come explore the wonders of nature at the Nature Center this April!
Apr 12
12:00p
End Date

Water Safety Day

Meridian State Park
Explore the booths, learn from experts, participate in interactive demonstrations, and discover how to stay safe while enjoying Texas lakes and rivers.
Apr 12
12:30p
End Date

Second Saturdays with Steve – Austin’s Cannon and Jane Long

Stephen F. Austin State Park
Step back in time and explore the fascinating history of Austin’s Cannon and Jane Long’s legacy!
Apr 12
1:00p
End Date

Hiss- teria

Caprock Canyons State Park & Trailway
Slither into adventure with us!
Apr 12
1:00p
End Date

Intro to Archery

Choke Canyon State Park - Calliham Unit
Come shoot some arrows! Equipment provided.
Apr 12
1:00p
End Date

Alligators: From Egg to Apex

Brazos Bend State Park
Join us to hear how the largest predator at Brazos Bend starts at the bottom!
Apr 12
1:30p
End Date

CCC Trail Hike

Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to learn about the Civilian Conservation Corps in our park!
Apr 12
2:00p
End Date

Meet The Longhorns

Copper Breaks State Park
Meet some of the official state longhorn herd!
Apr 12
2:00p
End Date

Junior Ranger Club

Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley State Park
Fun activities for our future Rangers!
Apr 12
2:00p
End Date

Bay Exploration

Galveston Island State Park
Explore the marsh and bay ecosystems, on land and below the surface.
Apr 12
2:00p
End Date

Atlatl

South Llano River State Park
Join a ranger and practice your ancient hunter and gather skills.
Apr 12
2:00p
End Date

Intro to Archery

Choke Canyon State Park - Calliham Unit
Come shoot some arrows! Equipment provided.
Apr 12
2:00p
End Date

Bug Safari

Lake Somerville State Park - Nails Creek Unit
Join us for a Bug-tastic adventure with our Bug Safari program!
Apr 12
2:00p
End Date

Mission History Tour

Goliad State Park & Historic Site
Enjoy a guided history tour of Mission Espiritu Santo as you learn about life in and around the mission during the Spanish Colonial Era.
Apr 12
2:00p
End Date

Trap Ball

Cooper Lake State Park - South Sulphur Unit
Baseball anyone?
Apr 12
2:30p
End Date

Rice Family Log Home Tour

Mission Tejas State Park
Come learn about the history of the Rice Family Log Home from the park interpreter!
Apr 12
3:00p
End Date

Wildcraft

Lake Corpus Christi State Park
Make a craft to remember the park by!
Apr 12
3:00p
End Date

Colors of the Creek

Purtis Creek State Park
Join us for some watercolor fun!
Apr 12
3:00p
End Date

Creepy Crawlies!

Tyler State Park
Appreciate our creepy crawly friends in a new light.
Apr 12
3:00p
End Date

Solar Viewing

Blanco State Park
Come look at the sun...safely!
Apr 12
3:00p
End Date

Native American Atlatl Hunting

Choke Canyon State Park - Calliham Unit
A family-friendly blast to the past. Hunt like the Native Americans used to, with real Atlatls!
Apr 12
5:00p
End Date

Brazos River Pickers

Brazos Bend State Park
Come and enjoy the Brazos River Pickers as they play live country and bluegrass music from America’s roots.
Apr 12
6:30p
End Date

4th Annual Glow in the Dark Egg Hunt

Fort Boggy State Park
When the sun goes down, the hunt is on!
Apr 12
7:30p
End Date

Nocturnal Insect Mission

Lake Somerville State Park - Nails Creek Unit
Join us at Birch Creek Unit for an exciting Nocturnal Insect Mission!
Apr 12
8:00p
End Date

Park After Dark

Purtis Creek State Park
Come out for a moon-lit hike!
Apr 12
8:00p
End Date

Full Moon Hike

Palo Duro Canyon State Park
Experience the beauty of the canyon like never before under the glow of this month's full moon!
Apr 12
8:00p
End Date

Pink Full Moon Hike

Fort Richardson State Park & Historic Site / Lost Creek Reservoir State Trailway
Experience the rising of April’s Pink Moon in this full moon hike.
Apr 12
8:00p
End Date

Nightlife Talk

Dinosaur Valley State Park
Learn about the nightlife of Dinosaur Valley from a Texas Master Naturalist!
Apr 12
8:00p
End Date

Pink Moon Hike

Davis Mountains State Park
Come enjoy the beautiful full moon as it rises over the Davis Mountains. During April it's called the Pink Moon.
Apr 12
8:00p
End Date

Snipe Hunt

Lockhart State Park
Ever searched for Easter eggs after dark? It's fun for the whole family – and that’s no joke! Registration required.
Apr 12
8:00p
End Date

History of Enchanted Rock- Campfire Chat

Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
Sit around the campfire with a ranger and volunteer and learn about the geologic and human history of our State Natual Area.
Apr 12
8:00p
End Date

Full Moon Night Hike

Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
Join a ranger for an exploration of our most popular trail under the light of the moon!
Apr 12
8:00p
End Date

Let's Celebrate the Moon, Stars and Planets together!

Lake Whitney State Park
Enjoy an evening in the park viewing all you can see in the galaxy by using star maps, a laser pointer and telescopes. Retired National Park Ranger and Astronomer Larry Smith will guide you through these astronomical wonders.
Apr 12
8:30p
End Date

Full Moon Hike

Lake Bob Sandlin State Park
Join for a walk under the full moon.
Apr 13
7:30a
End Date

Peak Challenge - Thousand Steps

Franklin Mountains State Park
Challenge yourself against some of the most difficult hikes in the Franklin Mountains.
Apr 13
9:00a
End Date

Sunday Honey Creek Guided Walk

Honey Creek State Natural Area
Experience the natural and cultural history of Honey Creek!
Apr 13
9:00a
End Date

Prairie on Fire: A Hike of New Growth

Galveston Island State Park
Experience Galveston Island’s wild side in a way few ever have!
Apr 13
9:00a
End Date

Wildflower Walk

Government Canyon State Natural Area
Take a hike in search of spring's best colors. Learn to identify local wildflowers, and take photos if you wish.
Apr 13
9:00a
End Date

Hawk Watch

Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley State Park
Using keen eyesight, binoculars and spotting scopes, watch in awe and help keep count of the many raptors flying over as they continue their migration.
Apr 13
9:00a
End Date

Guided Bird Walk at Honey Creek Ranch *Registration Required*

Honey Creek State Natural Area
Join us this spring for a special opportunity to explore Honey Creek Ranch with State Natural Area Superintendent, Gilbert, as your guide!
Apr 13
9:30a
End Date

Guided Hike to Sunburst Shelter

Devils River State Natural Area - Dan A. Hughes Unit
Required: Must have day pass and complete park orientation. Meet: at Park HQ at 9:30am Cost: Free with park admission
Apr 13
9:30a
End Date

Frog Pond Frolic

Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
Join a ranger for a short hike out to Frog Pond and explore some of the aquatic life of the park!
Apr 13
10:00a
End Date

Skins, Skulls, Scales and Scat

Pedernales Falls State Park
What can we learn about wildlife from what they leave behind?
Apr 13
10:00a
End Date

All About Us!

Brazos Bend State Park
Join us to experience the park, like it's your first time, on our Creekfield Lake Trail.
Apr 13
10:00a
End Date

Track Talk

Dinosaur Valley State Park
Gather round and hear the 113-million-year-old story of our dinosaur tracks!
Apr 13
10:00a
End Date

Story of Saint Francis

Goliad State Park & Historic Site
Learn the fascinating story of Saint Francis, founder of the Franciscan Order of friars who would cross the globe to convert Native Americans to Catholicism.
Apr 13
10:00a
End Date

Fishing 101

Lockhart State Park
Join Ranger Chris for an introduction to fishing!
Apr 13
11:00a
End Date

Wildflower Walk

Dinosaur Valley State Park
Wander through the park with a ranger in search of gorgeous Texas Wildflowers!
Apr 13
12:00p
End Date

Nature Center Hours

Stephen F. Austin State Park
Come explore the wonders of nature at the Nature Center this April!
Apr 13
2:00p
End Date

Mission History Tour

Goliad State Park & Historic Site
Enjoy a guided history tour of Mission Espiritu Santo as you learn about life in and around the mission during the Spanish Colonial Era.
Apr 13
2:00p
End Date

Skins and Skulls

Sheldon Lake State Park & Environmental Learning Center
Want to learn more about the wildlife that calls the park their home?
Apr 13
2:00p
End Date

Junior Ranger Academy

Dinosaur Valley State Park
Learn to think like a real park ranger!
Apr 13
2:00p
End Date

Spectacular Snakes!

Brazos Bend State Park
Join us for a talk about our slithery friends, the snakes!
Apr 13
7:30p
End Date

Night Ride

Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley State Park
Join a park naturalist and explore the park after dark.
Apr 14
9:00a
End Date

Hawk Watch

Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley State Park
Using keen eyesight, binoculars and spotting scopes, watch in awe and help keep count of the many raptors flying over as they continue their migration.
Apr 14
9:30a
End Date

Art in the Park

Big Bend Ranch State Park
Leave No Trace ethics principles 4: Leave what you Find. Taking pictures, painting or nature journaling can help you take those memories with you.
Apr 15
8:15a
End Date

Birding with a Ranger - CANCELLED April 8th, 15th, 22nd

Choke Canyon State Park - Calliham Unit
Use binoculars to spot all kinds of birds feeding in our Bird Sanctuary!
Apr 15
8:30a
End Date

Golden-cheeked Warbler Hike

South Llano River State Park
Join birding Master Naturalists for a walk to explore the golden-cheeked warbler habitat and other park birds.
Apr 15
9:00a
End Date

Hawk Watch

Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley State Park
Using keen eyesight, binoculars and spotting scopes, watch in awe and help keep count of the many raptors flying over as they continue their migration.
Apr 15
10:00a
End Date

Preschool in the Park: Wildflowers

Lockhart State Park
Come explore, create, and sing with us as we learn about our amazing environment!
Apr 16
8:15a
End Date

Birding with a Ranger - CANCELLED April 8th, 15th, 22nd

Choke Canyon State Park - Calliham Unit
Use binoculars to spot all kinds of birds feeding in our Bird Sanctuary!
Apr 16
8:30a
End Date

Shorebird Walk

Goose Island State Park
Spring bird walks are back!
Apr 16
9:00a
End Date

Hawk Watch

Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley State Park
Using keen eyesight, binoculars and spotting scopes, watch in awe and help keep count of the many raptors flying over as they continue their migration.
Apr 16
9:00a
End Date

Bison & Longhorn Self-Guided Viewing

San Angelo State Park
Watch Bison and Longhorn graze and meet with park staff!
Apr 16
10:00a
End Date

Wingin' It on Wednesday

Caprock Canyons State Park & Trailway
Soar into the park for some birding...
Apr 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!
Apr 16
1:00p
End Date

Pokémon Safari Hike

Lockhart State Park
Join us to catch some real-life Pokémon on this fun hike!
Apr 16
6:00p
End Date

Earth Day Fair

Earth Day Fair celebration in Presidio. Join Ranger Arian and Ranger Omar as we celebrate Earth Day with a "camp oh no" set up along with an informative booth to show the leave no trace ethics.
Apr 16
6:30p
End Date

Chapel Illumination

Goliad State Park & Historic Site
The annual Illumination occurs when the sun lines up perfectly through a window to illuminate the crucifix above the front altar of Mission Espiritu Santo.
Apr 17 End Date

Frontier Fest at Fort Martin Scott- Skins and Skulls

Fredericksburg, TX - Fort Martin Scott Historic Site
Come visit our table and learn about the local wildlife at the first annual Frontier Fest in Fredericksburg, Texas.
Apr 17
8:15a
End Date

Birding with a Ranger - CANCELLED April 8th, 15th, 22nd

Choke Canyon State Park - Calliham Unit
Use binoculars to spot all kinds of birds feeding in our Bird Sanctuary!
Apr 17
8:30a
End Date

Woodland Bird Tour

Goose Island State Park
Spring migration has kicked off!
Apr 17
8:30a
End Date

Golden-cheeked Warbler Hike

South Llano River State Park
Join birding Master Naturalists for a walk to explore the golden-cheeked warbler habitat and other park birds.
Apr 17
9:00a
End Date

Scenic Overlook Nature Walk

Guadalupe River State Park
Join us on the first three Thursdays of the month for an easy nature walk with a beautiful view!
Apr 17
9:00a
End Date

Hawk Watch

Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley State Park
Using keen eyesight, binoculars and spotting scopes, watch in awe and help keep count of the many raptors flying over as they continue their migration.
Apr 17
10:00a
End Date

Hike With Homeless Dogs

Davis Mountains State Park
Help a homeless dog have a great time on the trail!
Apr 17
10:30a
End Date

Reading Ranger at the Blanco Public Library

Blanco State Park
Join a ranger for Storytime at the Blanco Library!
Apr 17
9:00p
End Date

Starry Night Stories

Davis Mountains State Park
Enjoy an evening of constellation viewing and storytelling.
Apr 18
8:00a
End Date

The Joy of Birding (CLSP Birding Month)

Caddo Lake State Park
Channel your inner "Bob Ross" chill, join a ranger on a peaceful bird adventure, and learn the benefits of birding!
Apr 18
8:15a
End Date

Birding with a Ranger - CANCELLED April 8th, 15th, 22nd

Choke Canyon State Park - Calliham Unit
Use binoculars to spot all kinds of birds feeding in our Bird Sanctuary!
Apr 18
8:30a
End Date

Big Tree Birding (Registration Required)

Goose Island State Park
Come along with us to view birds at the Big Tree Natural Area!
Apr 18
8:30a
End Date

Self-Guided Birding Hike

Lake Brownwood State Park
Join us to see how many birds you can find on our checklist!
Apr 18
9:00a
End Date

Hawk Watch

Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley State Park
Using keen eyesight, binoculars and spotting scopes, watch in awe and help keep count of the many raptors flying over as they continue their migration.
Apr 18
9:00a
End Date

Bentsen Easy Nature Walk

Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley State Park
Explore the wonders of the Rio Grande Valley on a guided walk in its wild spaces.
Apr 18
9:00a
End Date

Cottonwood Canopy Tour

Davis Mountains State Park
Explore the Cottonwood trees along Limpia Creek and learn why they are an important desert species.
Apr 18
10:00a
End Date

Desert Sketches

Barton Warnock Visitor Center
Desert Sketches will help you leave no trace by making memory drawings in a nature journal or sketch book.
Apr 18
10:00a
End Date

Bird Bingo

Choke Canyon State Park - Calliham Unit
Birding and Bingo is a fun combination for the whole family! Test out your Bird ID skills with this game!
Apr 18
11:00a
End Date

Guided Geology Hike

Pedernales Falls State Park
The Geology of Pedernales Falls
Apr 18
1:30p
End Date

Butterfly and Dragonfly Tours

Estero Llano Grande State Park
Join us on a ranger-led tour for all ages and experience levels through the park noting these beautiful insects, some found nowhere else but in South Texas. This tour is for YOU!
Apr 18
1:30p
End Date

Wilderness Survival Hike

Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to learn about the plants and other resources native people used in our area!
Apr 18
2:00p
End Date

Binoculars 101

Inks Lake State Park
Learn how to properly use binoculars to view wildlife and the beautiful scenery of Inks Lake!
Apr 18
2:00p
End Date

Meet The Longhorns

Copper Breaks State Park
Meet some of the official state longhorn herd!
Apr 18
2:00p
End Date

Paint in the Canyon

Palo Duro Canyon State Park
Calling all young artists!
Apr 18
2:00p
End Date

Goose Island Tram Tour (Registration Required)

Goose Island State Park
Tram tours are back! Explore the park history from the comfort of our electric tram.
Apr 18
2:00p
End Date

Prehistoric Hunting - The Atlatl

Pedernales Falls State Park
How well can you use ancient technology to survive?
Apr 18
2:00p
End Date

Sketch in Nature

Davis Mountains State Park
Join us as we flex our sketching skills, capturing the beauty of the Davis Mountains.
Apr 18
3:00p
End Date

Critters of LCCSP

Lake Corpus Christi State Park
Learn about the wild animals of the park.
Apr 18
4:00p
End Date

Frog Philharmonics

Purtis Creek State Park
Come be a part of a "ribbiting" frog choir!
Apr 18
5:00p
End Date

Plant Survival Trail

Choke Canyon State Park - Calliham Unit
Lost in the woods? Come learn what plants you could use to survive in the wild!
Apr 18
8:00p
End Date

Sounds of the Night

Blanco State Park
Come learn about the park's after-dark sounds and the nocturnal animals that make them!
Apr 18
8:00p
End Date

Star Party

Tyler State Park
Look at the night lights!
Apr 18
8:00p
End Date

Sounds of the Night

Government Canyon State Natural Area
Sssshhhh...did you hear that? What was that noise?
Apr 19 End Date

Backyard Birds Scavenger Hunt

Meridian State Park
Hit the trail for a self-guided birding adventure!
Apr 19
8:00a
End Date

The Joy of Birding (CLSP Birding Month)

Caddo Lake State Park
Channel your inner "Bob Ross" chill, join a ranger on a peaceful bird adventure, and learn the benefits of birding!
Apr 19
8:00a
End Date

Birding Hike

Brazos Bend State Park
Brazos Bend State Park is home to over 300 species of birds making it the perfect place to bird-watch all year round!
Apr 19
8:15a
End Date

Birding with a Ranger - CANCELLED April 8th, 15th, 22nd

Choke Canyon State Park - Calliham Unit
Use binoculars to spot all kinds of birds feeding in our Bird Sanctuary!
Apr 19
8:30a
End Date

Bird Walk 101

Palmetto State Park
Join us on this guided hike to learn about the birds that call Palmetto SP home.
Apr 19
8:30a
End Date

Birdwatching with a Ranger

Lake Bob Sandlin State Park
Join us to learn the skills and tools to watch birds!
Apr 19
8:30a
End Date

Coffee and Birds

McKinney Falls State Park
Enjoy your morning coffee with a side of bird watching
Apr 19
9:00a
End Date

Saturday Honey Creek Guided Walk

Honey Creek State Natural Area
Experience the natural and cultural history of Honey Creek!
Apr 19
9:00a
End Date

Birding Tour

Lake Corpus Christi State Park
Spot some of the over 200 species of birds identified at Lake Corpus Christi State Park!
Apr 19
9:00a
End Date

The Wonder of Texas' Native Plants

Government Canyon State Natural Area
Take a plant walk to discover the diverse native wildflowers, trees, and shrubs of Bexar County.
Apr 19
9:00a
End Date

Bugs of Texas

Palo Duro Canyon State Park
Stop by and learn all about our Texas bugs!
Apr 19
9:00a
End Date

Goose Island Birding Festival

Goose Island State Park
Join us in celebrating one of the best times of the year: Spring Migration!
Apr 19
9:00a
End Date

Coffee With the Birds

Blanco State Park
Enjoy your morning coffee with a side of bird watching!
Apr 19
9:00a
End Date

Volunteer Workday

Eisenhower State Park
Let's work together to preserve our park's beauty!
Apr 19
9:00a
End Date

Hawk Watch

Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley State Park
Using keen eyesight, binoculars and spotting scopes, watch in awe and help keep count of the many raptors flying over as they continue their migration.
Apr 19
9:00a
End Date

Story Book Trail: I Can Save the Earth

Lake Whitney State Park
Happy Earth Day! Come celebrate by joining us on a fun and educational book walk adventure with Max the monster who discovers how to reduce, reuse and recycle to help save the earth! This adorable story by Alison Inches and Viviana Garafoli shows us how small changes in our everyday habits can make a big difference in protrecting our planet.
Apr 19
9:00a
End Date

Spring Migration Bird Walk

Galveston Island State Park
Explore the wonderful world of birds with us!
Apr 19
9:00a
End Date

Archery 101

Cooper Lake State Park - South Sulphur Unit
Come learn a lifetime sport. Registration is required, reserve your spot!
Apr 19
9:00a
End Date

Bird is the Word

Hill Country State Natural Area
Seek out the birds of Hill Country State Natural Area with Ranger Augie. View, hear and identify our feathered friends of the HCSNA.
Apr 19
9:00a
End Date

Bison & Longhorn Self-Guided Viewing

San Angelo State Park
Watch Bison and Longhorn graze and meet with park staff!
Apr 19
9:30a
End Date

Guided Summit Hike

Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
Join a ranger or volunteer for a morning hike on our most popular trail.
Apr 19
9:30a
End Date

Wildflower Walk

Lake Brownwood State Park
Join us to learn about flowers in bloom and other plants in the park!
Apr 19
10:00a
End Date

Easter Egg Hunt

Daingerfield State Park
Join us for an Easter Egg Hunt in the meadow!
Apr 19
10:00a
End Date

All About Us!

Brazos Bend State Park
Join us to experience the park, like it's your first time, on our Creekfield Lake Trail.
Apr 19
10:00a
End Date

Reading with the Ranger - Compost Stew

Fort Boggy State Park
Environmental chefs learn the composting do's and don'ts in starting a composting bin.
Apr 19
10:00a
End Date

Guided Hike with a Ranger

Inks Lake State Park
Join us for a guided hike through the Pecan Flats Campground
Apr 19
10:00a
End Date

Castle Tour

Lake Corpus Christi State Park
Learn about the CCC and the magnificent building they constructed at the park.
Apr 19
10:00a
End Date

Mindfulness Hike

Purtis Creek State Park
Observe nature on this leisurely guided hike!
Apr 19
10:00a
End Date

Dutch Oven 101

Bonham State Park
Join Ranger Linda to learn the ins-and-outs of cast-iron cooking.
Apr 19
10:00a
End Date

Trail Mix: Edible Plants - Guided Hike

Bastrop State Park
Join a Lost Pines Master Naturalist for an adventure on the trails!
Apr 19
10:00a
End Date

Predators of the Pines - Guided Hike

Buescher State Park
Hit the trails with a Texas Master Naturalist and learn about survival characteristics of the wild!
Apr 19
10:00a
End Date

🦋 Spring Wing Ding 🦋

Dinosaur Valley State Park
Join us as we celebrate everything migratory and winged! 🦋
Apr 19
10:00a
End Date

Edible Plants Walk

Lockhart State Park
Join us to explore the wild treats of the woods in this fun hike!
Apr 19
10:00a
End Date

Microscopic Water Bugs - CANCELLED March 29th

Choke Canyon State Park - Calliham Unit
What's in the water? Let's find out!
Apr 19
10:00a
End Date

Discover the Forest Hike

Stephen F. Austin State Park
Join us for a fun and educational guided hike through the beautiful Bottomland Forest at Stephen F. Austin State Park!
Apr 19
10:00a
End Date

Riparian Walk

South Llano River State Park
Come join a Ranger for some riparian fun!
Apr 19
10:00a
End Date

Easter at the Farm

Lyndon B. Johnson State Park & Historic Site
Celebrate Easter at an early 20th-century German-Texan farm.
Apr 19
10:00a
End Date

Atlatl - Ancient Hunting

Goliad State Park & Historic Site
Test your skills with the atlatl, an ancient hunting tool once used across the globe.
Apr 19
10:00a
End Date

Nature Hike

Lake Bob Sandlin State Park
Join us on a guided hike to learn about many of the park's plants, animals, and some of its history.
Apr 19
10:00a
End Date

Steep Ravine Guided Hike

Mission Tejas State Park
Join the park interpreter for a guided hike!
Apr 19
11:00a
End Date

Mythbusters: Snake Edition!

Blanco State Park
Let bust some myths and misconceptions about snakes
Apr 19
11:00a
End Date

Clean Up Our Park Earth Day

Tyler State Park
Help make our park a better place one piece at a time!
Apr 19
11:00a
End Date

Track Talk

Sheldon Lake State Park & Environmental Learning Center
Can you identify a critter's Tracks?
Apr 19
11:00a
End Date

Wildcraft: Dragonflies!

Brazos Bend State Park
Learn all about dragonflies and make a jeweled dragonfly to take home!
Apr 19
12:00p
End Date

Is this a Danger Noodle?

Stephen F. Austin State Park
Get to know the slithery residents of the park—learn snake identification and safety!
Apr 19
12:00p
End Date

Nature Center Hours

Stephen F. Austin State Park
Come explore the wonders of nature at the Nature Center this April!
Apr 19
1:00p
End Date

Intro to Archery

Choke Canyon State Park - Calliham Unit
Come shoot some arrows! Equipment provided.
Apr 19
1:00p
End Date

Geocaching with Challenge

Bonham State Park
Want to add an adventure to your state park visit? Try geocaching!
Apr 19
1:00p
End Date

Alligators: From Egg to Apex

Brazos Bend State Park
Join us to hear how the largest predator at Brazos Bend starts at the bottom!
Apr 19
1:00p
End Date

The American Bison

Caprock Canyons State Park & Trailway
Dive inside the American bison at this come and go event!
Apr 19
1:30p
End Date

Reading with a Ranger

Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley State Park
Join us as we read stories about the fascinating world around us and the animals that live here.
Apr 19
2:00p
End Date

Backyard Bass

Inks Lake State Park
Learn the fundamentals of fishing and perfect your cast with a game of Backyard Bass
Apr 19
2:00p
End Date

Meet The Longhorns

Copper Breaks State Park
Meet some of the official state longhorn herd!
Apr 19
2:00p
End Date

Art in the Park

Purtis Creek State Park
Enjoy nature and unleash your creativity!
Apr 19
2:00p
End Date

Nature Journaling for Beginners

Palo Duro Canyon State Park
Come hike and learn the art of nature journaling!
Apr 19
2:00p
End Date

Intro to Archery

Choke Canyon State Park - Calliham Unit
Come shoot some arrows! Equipment provided.
Apr 19
2:00p
End Date

Tails on the Trails

Eisenhower State Park
Take a rescue pup on an adventure!
Apr 19
2:00p
End Date

Junior Ranger Academy

Pedernales Falls State Park
Earn your Junior Ranger badge!
Apr 19
2:00p
End Date

Easter Egg Hunt

Lake Bob Sandlin State Park
Come join us for our Annual Easter Egg Hunt!
Apr 19
2:00p
End Date

Easter Egg Hunt/ Crafts

Fort Richardson State Park & Historic Site / Lost Creek Reservoir State Trailway
Hop on over to Fort Richardson for an egg-citing Easter adventure!
Apr 19
2:00p
End Date

Nature Journaling

Abilene State Park
Learn to connect deeper with nature and to sharpen your perceptions!
Apr 19
2:00p
End Date

Watercolor

South Llano River State Park
Join a ranger and enjoy some watercolors.
Apr 19
2:00p
End Date

Skins and Skulls

McKinney Falls State Park
Learn how an animal's unique fur pattern or skull anatomy helps it survive. You'll get to touch real specimens!
Apr 19
2:00p
End Date

Mission History Tour

Goliad State Park & Historic Site
Enjoy a guided history tour of Mission Espiritu Santo as you learn about life in and around the mission during the Spanish Colonial Era.
Apr 19
2:00p
End Date

Art in the Park

Davis Mountains State Park
Join us for an all-ages & all-ability levels arts & crafts workshop (cap at 25 people).
Apr 19
2:30p
End Date

Rice Family Log Home Tour

Mission Tejas State Park
Come learn about the history of the Rice Family Log Home from the park interpreter!
Apr 19
2:30p
End Date

Reptiles with a Ranger

Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to meet some of our native reptiles!
Apr 19
3:00p
End Date

Wildcraft

Lake Corpus Christi State Park
Make a craft to remember the park by!
Apr 19
3:00p
End Date

Our Daytime Sky

Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley State Park
Astronomy is not just for night owls! Join us and discover some of the unique features of the daytime sky and the science behind them.
Apr 19
3:00p
End Date

Paddle Around

Tyler State Park
Time to get on the water!
Apr 19
3:00p
End Date

Native American Atlatl Hunting

Choke Canyon State Park - Calliham Unit
A family-friendly blast to the past. Hunt like the Native Americans used to, with real Atlatls!
Apr 19
3:00p
End Date

Beach Walk

Galveston Island State Park
The Gulf of Mexico is our destination. What exciting things will we see along the way?
Apr 19
4:00p
End Date

Rope Making

Choke Canyon State Park - Calliham Unit
Turn plants into rope fibers, just like the Native Americans! Playing tug-of-war at the end is optional, but encouraged!
Apr 19
6:00p
End Date

Night Hike

Tyler State Park
They are on the prowl!
Apr 19
6:30p
End Date

Cowboy Songs and Poems

Palo Duro Canyon State Park
Join us for an evening of cowboy fun!
Apr 19
8:00p
End Date

Night Hike (RSVP REQUIRED)

Abilene State Park
Join a ranger for an after-hours night hike!
Apr 19
8:00p
End Date

Star Party

Pedernales Falls State Park
Join the Austin Astronomical Society in viewing the night sky!
Apr 19
8:00p
End Date

Cowboy Campfire -Stories, Poetry and Songs

Lake Mineral Wells State Park & Trailway
“Learning about our cowboy heritage can be fun!”
Apr 19
8:00p
End Date

Star Party

Meridian State Park
Let your imagination blast off with captivating constellation stories and stargazing through a telescope!
Apr 19
9:00p
End Date

Star Party

Dinosaur Valley State Park
Celebrate the night sky and learn from real astronomers!
Apr 20
8:30a
End Date

Lantern-lit Mine Tour

Franklin Mountains State Park
Step back in time and explore the copper prospecting mine by lantern light.
Apr 20
9:00a
End Date

Sunday Honey Creek Guided Walk

Honey Creek State Natural Area
Experience the natural and cultural history of Honey Creek!
Apr 20
9:00a
End Date

Hawk Watch

Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley State Park
Using keen eyesight, binoculars and spotting scopes, watch in awe and help keep count of the many raptors flying over as they continue their migration.
Apr 20
10:00a
End Date

Junior Ranger Hike

Abilene State Park
An informative hike led by a ranger for youth and their parents!
Apr 20
10:00a
End Date

All About Us!

Brazos Bend State Park
Join us to experience the park, like it's your first time, on our Creekfield Lake Trail.
Apr 20
10:00a
End Date

Guided Hike with a Ranger

Inks Lake State Park
Join a ranger on a hike to the Devil's Waterhole!
Apr 20
10:00a
End Date

Track Talk

Dinosaur Valley State Park
Gather round and hear the 113-million-year-old story of our dinosaur tracks!
Apr 20
10:00a
End Date

Easter Mindfulness Walk

Stephen F. Austin State Park
Step away from the bustle and connect with nature through the serene trails of Stephen F. Austin State Park, where we’ll practice mindfulness exercises and explore the natural beauty around us
Apr 20
10:00a
End Date

Atlatl - Ancient Hunting

Goliad State Park & Historic Site
Test your skills with the atlatl, an ancient hunting tool once used across the globe.
Apr 20
10:00a
End Date

Egg Hunt on the Trails!

A rascally rabbit has forgotten how to Leave No Trace when hiking the trails at Village Creek State Park!
Apr 20
11:00a
End Date

Prospect Mine Tour

Franklin Mountains State Park
Join us for a hike out to the copper prospecting mines.
Apr 20
11:00a
End Date

Dinosaur Hunt

Dinosaur Valley State Park
Track down the dinosaurs that have gotten loose in Dinosaur Valley!
Apr 20
12:00p
End Date

Nature Center Hours

Stephen F. Austin State Park
Come explore the wonders of nature at the Nature Center this April!
Apr 20
2:00p
End Date

Prospect Mine Tour

Franklin Mountains State Park
Join us for a hike out to the copper prospecting mines.
Apr 20
2:00p
End Date

Mission History Tour

Goliad State Park & Historic Site
Enjoy a guided history tour of Mission Espiritu Santo as you learn about life in and around the mission during the Spanish Colonial Era.
Apr 20
2:00p
End Date

Alligator Egg Hunt

Sheldon Lake State Park & Environmental Learning Center
There are no bunny eggs here, but this program will surely get you in the holiday spirit!
Apr 20
2:00p
End Date

Paint with a Ranger

Dinosaur Valley State Park
Join a ranger to create a masterpiece!
Apr 20
2:00p
End Date

The Bows that Shaped Texas

Brazos Bend State Park
Come learn about how one nation changed Texan culture and history forever!
Apr 21
9:00a
End Date

Hawk Watch

Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley State Park
Using keen eyesight, binoculars and spotting scopes, watch in awe and help keep count of the many raptors flying over as they continue their migration.
Apr 22
8:15a
End Date

Birding with a Ranger - CANCELLED April 8th, 15th, 22nd

Choke Canyon State Park - Calliham Unit
Use binoculars to spot all kinds of birds feeding in our Bird Sanctuary!
Apr 22
8:30a
End Date

Golden-cheeked Warbler Hike

South Llano River State Park
Join birding Master Naturalists for a walk to explore the golden-cheeked warbler habitat and other park birds.
Apr 22
9:00a
End Date

Leave No Trace

Fort Leaton State Historic Site
Camp Oh No! is a great way to learn the leave no trace ethics. Join us as we review our camp oh no and take a walk on the nature trail at the Fort Leaton to learn the trash time line as well.
Apr 22
9:00a
End Date

Hawk Watch

Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley State Park
Using keen eyesight, binoculars and spotting scopes, watch in awe and help keep count of the many raptors flying over as they continue their migration.
Apr 22
9:00a
End Date

McKinney Falls Earth Day Clean-up!

McKinney Falls State Park
Join us on April 22nd for a community cleanup to celebrate Earth Day!
Apr 22
9:30a
End Date

Angler Education Instructor Training Workshop - Caddo Lake State Park

Caddo Lake State Park
Become a TPWD Certified Angler Education Instructor
Apr 22
8:00p
End Date

Scorpion Hunting

Choke Canyon State Park - Calliham Unit
Illuminate scorpions with a blacklight on our Scorpion Hunting Night Hike!
Apr 23
8:15a
End Date

Birding with a Ranger - CANCELLED April 8th, 15th, 22nd

Choke Canyon State Park - Calliham Unit
Use binoculars to spot all kinds of birds feeding in our Bird Sanctuary!
Apr 23
8:30a
End Date

Shorebird Walk

Goose Island State Park
Spring bird walks are back!
Apr 23
9:00a
End Date

Leave No Trace

Fort Leaton State Historic Site
Camp Oh No! is a great way to learn the leave no trace ethics. Join us as we review our camp oh no and take a walk on the nature trail at the Fort Leaton to learn the trash time line as well.
Apr 23
9:00a
End Date

Hawk Watch

Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley State Park
Using keen eyesight, binoculars and spotting scopes, watch in awe and help keep count of the many raptors flying over as they continue their migration.
Apr 23
9:00a
End Date

Bison & Longhorn Self-Guided Viewing

San Angelo State Park
Watch Bison and Longhorn graze and meet with park staff!
Apr 23
10:00a
End Date

Master Naturalist Hike

Davis Mountains State Park
Take an introductory deep dive into the Davis Mountains on this moderate walk 'n' talk.
Apr 23
9:00p
End Date

Terlingua Community Star Party

Big Bend Ranch State Park
As part of International Dark Sky Week, the McDonald observatory, Big Bend Ranch State Park and host Far Flung outdoor center will be setting up telescopes for the public to use.
Apr 24
8:15a
End Date

Birding with a Ranger - CANCELLED April 8th, 15th, 22nd

Choke Canyon State Park - Calliham Unit
Use binoculars to spot all kinds of birds feeding in our Bird Sanctuary!
Apr 24
8:30a
End Date

Woodland Bird Tour

Goose Island State Park
Spring migration has kicked off!
Apr 24
8:30a
End Date

Golden-cheeked Warbler Hike

South Llano River State Park
Join birding Master Naturalists for a walk to explore the golden-cheeked warbler habitat and other park birds.
Apr 24
9:00a
End Date

Leave No Trace

Fort Leaton State Historic Site
Camp Oh No! is a great way to learn the leave no trace ethics. Join us as we review our camp oh no and take a walk on the nature trail at the Fort Leaton to learn the trash time line as well.
Apr 24
9:00a
End Date

Hawk Watch

Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley State Park
Using keen eyesight, binoculars and spotting scopes, watch in awe and help keep count of the many raptors flying over as they continue their migration.
Apr 24
10:00a
End Date

Homeschool Program

Fort Richardson State Park & Historic Site / Lost Creek Reservoir State Trailway
This outdoor education program promises a fun time for kids and parents.
Apr 24
10:00a
End Date

Hike With Homeless Dogs

Davis Mountains State Park
Help a homeless dog have a great time on the trail!
Apr 24
8:00p
End Date

Night Hike (Reservation Required)

Lake Brownwood State Park
Come join us to observe wildlife at night!
Apr 25
8:00a
End Date

The Joy of Birding (CLSP Birding Month)

Caddo Lake State Park
Channel your inner "Bob Ross" chill, join a ranger on a peaceful bird adventure, and learn the benefits of birding!
Apr 25
8:15a
End Date

Birding with a Ranger - CANCELLED April 8th, 15th, 22nd

Choke Canyon State Park - Calliham Unit
Use binoculars to spot all kinds of birds feeding in our Bird Sanctuary!
Apr 25
8:30a
End Date

Big Tree Birding (Registration Required)

Goose Island State Park
Come along with us to view birds at the Big Tree Natural Area!
Apr 25
9:00a
End Date

Morning Moth Walk for Beginners

Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley State Park
Enter the fascinating world of moths and discover the beauty of these diverse butterfly relatives.
Apr 25
9:00a
End Date

Hawk Watch

Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley State Park
Using keen eyesight, binoculars and spotting scopes, watch in awe and help keep count of the many raptors flying over as they continue their migration.
Apr 25
9:00a
End Date

Sneak-Peek Hike **Reservation Required, Experience Recommended**

Lake Brownwood State Park
We are excited to announce that we will be offering an opportunity to explore our newly acquired property!
Apr 25
9:00a
End Date

City Nature Challenge Bioblitz

Lost Maples State Natural Area
Ever wonder what types of plants and animals are right outside our front doors?
Apr 25
10:00a
End Date

Bird Bingo

Choke Canyon State Park - Calliham Unit
Birding and Bingo is a fun combination for the whole family! Test out your Bird ID skills with this game!
Apr 25
11:00a
End Date

Coffee with a Ranger

Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
Have questions, will drink coffee.
Apr 25
1:30p
End Date

Butterfly and Dragonfly Tours

Estero Llano Grande State Park
Join us on a ranger-led tour for all ages and experience levels through the park noting these beautiful insects, some found nowhere else but in South Texas. This tour is for YOU!
Apr 25
1:30p
End Date

Wilderness Survival Hike

Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to learn about the plants and other resources native people used in our area!
Apr 25
2:00p
End Date

Meet The Longhorns

Copper Breaks State Park
Meet some of the official state longhorn herd!
Apr 25
2:00p
End Date

Constellation Journaling

Davis Mountains State Park
Make a journal full of springtime constellations that you can use for nighttime star gazing.
Apr 25
2:00p
End Date

Skins, Skulls, Scales and Scat

Pedernales Falls State Park
What can we learn about wildlife from what they leave behind?
Apr 25
3:00p
End Date

Critters of LCCSP

Lake Corpus Christi State Park
Learn about the wild animals of the park.
Apr 25
3:00p
End Date

Adaptations!

Tyler State Park
What is your superpower?
Apr 25
4:00p
End Date

The Bison Grocery Store

Caprock Canyons State Park & Trailway
This isn't your ordinary grocery store...
Apr 25
6:45p
End Date

Night Critter Crawl

Franklin Mountains State Park
Join the Franklin Mountains Rangers for an evening hike to explore the night life at Franklin Mountains State Park. Don't forget to add your observations on iNaturalist to count toward the City Nature Challenge!
Apr 25
8:00p
End Date

Summer Night Sky

Bonham State Park
Night sky viewing
Apr 25
8:30p
End Date

Stories in the Stars

Pedernales Falls State Park
What stories do the stars tell?
Apr 25
9:00p
End Date

Miles of Stars

Davis Mountains State Park
Come join us as we appreciate some of the darkest skies in the U.S.
Apr 26 End Date

Family Volunteer Day at Blanco State Park

Blanco State Park
Join us for Texas State Parks' first Family Volunteer Day on April 26th!
Apr 26
8:00a
End Date

Big Sit- Great Texas Birding Classic

South Llano River State Park
Come bird with us as we compete in the Great Texas Birding Classic.
Apr 26
8:15a
End Date

Birding with a Ranger - CANCELLED April 8th, 15th, 22nd

Choke Canyon State Park - Calliham Unit
Use binoculars to spot all kinds of birds feeding in our Bird Sanctuary!
Apr 26
8:30a
End Date

Woodland Bird Tour

Goose Island State Park
Spring migration has kicked off!
Apr 26
8:30a
End Date

Bird Walk 101

Palmetto State Park
Join us on this guided hike to learn about the birds that call Palmetto SP home.
Apr 26
9:00a
End Date

Choke Canyon State Park - Family Volunteer Day

Choke Canyon State Park - Calliham Unit
Great for NHS hours! Keep the park beautiful on our local family volunteer day!
Apr 26
9:00a
End Date

City Nature Challenge BioBlitz at Honey Creek State Natural Area *Registration Required*

Honey Creek State Natural Area
Discover, Document, and Make a Difference – Join the City Nature Challenge BioBlitz at Honey Creek State Natural Area!
Apr 26
9:00a
End Date

Birding Tour

Lake Corpus Christi State Park
Spot some of the over 200 species of birds identified at Lake Corpus Christi State Park!
Apr 26
9:00a
End Date

A Meal with the CCC

Abilene State Park
Come dine in historic fashion.
Apr 26
9:00a
End Date

Family Volunteer Day-Insect Survey

Government Canyon State Natural Area
Help our wildlife managers monitor arthropod abundance and diversity in our grassland ecosystems.
Apr 26
9:00a
End Date

Let's try Geocaching

Lake Whitney State Park
What is Geocaching? It is the ultimate treasure hunt! This outdoor adventure has participants use the Geocaching app and/or a GPS device to navigate to cleverly hidden containers called geocaches. There are millions of geocaches in 190 countries waiting to be discovered—there are some near you right now. Let's start this treasure hunt!
Apr 26
9:00a
End Date

Hawk Watch

Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley State Park
Using keen eyesight, binoculars and spotting scopes, watch in awe and help keep count of the many raptors flying over as they continue their migration.
Apr 26
9:00a
End Date

Fishing 101

Inks Lake State Park
Join us for the chance to learn the basics of fishing!
Apr 26
9:00a
End Date

Catfish Corral

Sheldon Lake State Park & Environmental Learning Center
Come catch the fun!
Apr 26
9:00a
End Date

Bison & Longhorn Self-Guided Viewing

San Angelo State Park
Watch Bison and Longhorn graze and meet with park staff!
Apr 26
9:30a
End Date

Guided Summit Hike

Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
Join a ranger or volunteer for a morning hike on our most popular trail.
Apr 26
9:30a
End Date

Wildflower Walk

Lake Brownwood State Park
Join us to learn about flowers in bloom and other plants in the park!
Apr 26
10:00a
End Date

All About Us!

Brazos Bend State Park
Join us to experience the park, like it's your first time, on our Creekfield Lake Trail.
Apr 26
10:00a
End Date

Dive into Discovery

Guadalupe River State Park
Explore Aquatic Life at Guadalupe River State Park for the City Nature Challenge!
Apr 26
10:00a
End Date

Mission Tejas Folk Festival

Mission Tejas State Park
Come to Mission Tejas for our annual folk festival! Come see presentations of pioneer life in Texas around the early to mid-1800's with activities such as butter churning, sewing and other aspects of pioneer life! Food and snacks will be offered by local vendors!
Apr 26
10:00a
End Date

Lakeside Stroll - Nature and History Hike

Bonham State Park
Lakes are more than just a body of water; they have a story to tell.
Apr 26
10:00a
End Date

Make a Teepee

Fort Richardson State Park & Historic Site / Lost Creek Reservoir State Trailway
Join us for a fun and creative craft session where you can design and build your very own miniature teepee!
Apr 26
10:00a
End Date

Bug-Eat-Bug Hike

Lockhart State Park
Explore the world of tiny predators and tiny prey; how they see and how they slay.
Apr 26
10:00a
End Date

Track Talk

Dinosaur Valley State Park
Gather round and hear the 113-million-year-old story of our dinosaur tracks!
Apr 26
10:00a
End Date

Microscopic Water Bugs - CANCELLED March 29th

Choke Canyon State Park - Calliham Unit
What's in the water? Let's find out!
Apr 26
10:00a
End Date

Intro to iNaturalist- City Nature Challenge

Goliad State Park & Historic Site
Learn how to use the free app, iNaturalist, to help identify plants and animals and participate in a citizen science project- the City Nature Challenge!
Apr 26
10:00a
End Date

Guided Kayaking Tour of Inks Lake

Inks Lake State Park
Learn kayaking basics then join park volunteers for a guided paddle program.
Apr 26
10:00a
End Date

Home, Home on the Prairie

Caprock Canyons State Park & Trailway
STAY OFF MY PRAIRIE, DOG!
Apr 26
11:00a
End Date

Wildflower Walk

Dinosaur Valley State Park
Wander through the park with a ranger in search of gorgeous Texas Wildflowers!
Apr 26
11:00a
End Date

Wildcraft: Alligators!

Brazos Bend State Park
Join us to learn about alligators through storytime and get creative making crafts!
Apr 26
11:30a
End Date

Daylight Stargazing

Brazos Bend State Park
Come learn about the thing all our lives constantly revolve around: the Sun!
Apr 26
12:00p
End Date

Nature Center Hours

Stephen F. Austin State Park
Come explore the wonders of nature at the Nature Center this April!
Apr 26
1:00p
End Date

BARK Ranger Hike

Meridian State Park
Take one of our local shelter dogs for a hike!
Apr 26
1:00p
End Date

iNaturalist Nature Walk

Government Canyon State Natural Area
Collect scientific observations to document biodiversity for the 2025 City Nature Challenge. Help San Antonio-area naturalists defend our title!
Apr 26
1:00p
End Date

Intro to Archery

Choke Canyon State Park - Calliham Unit
Come shoot some arrows! Equipment provided.
Apr 26
1:00p
End Date

Alligators: From Egg to Apex

Brazos Bend State Park
Join us to hear how the largest predator at Brazos Bend starts at the bottom!
Apr 26
1:30p
End Date

CCC Trail Hike

Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to learn about the Civilian Conservation Corps in our park!
Apr 26
2:00p
End Date

Dutch Oven Cooking

Fort Boggy State Park
Expand your camping menu by learning to cook a new dessert.
Apr 26
2:00p
End Date

Meet The Longhorns

Copper Breaks State Park
Meet some of the official state longhorn herd!
Apr 26
2:00p
End Date

Hike with a Ranger

Purtis Creek State Park
Learn about the plants and animals of Purtis Creek while hiking!
Apr 26
2:00p
End Date

Geocaching 101

Abilene State Park
Learn about Geocaching with a ranger!
Apr 26
2:00p
End Date

Colors of the Wind Watercolor

Lockhart State Park
Paint with all the colors of the wind at Lockhart State Park!
Apr 26
2:00p
End Date

Intro to Archery

Choke Canyon State Park - Calliham Unit
Come shoot some arrows! Equipment provided.
Apr 26
2:00p
End Date

Owl Day

Tyler State Park
Let's dive into the diet of an owl
Apr 26
2:00p
End Date

Mission History Tour

Goliad State Park & Historic Site
Enjoy a guided history tour of Mission Espiritu Santo as you learn about life in and around the mission during the Spanish Colonial Era.
Apr 26
2:00p
End Date

Junior Ranger Academy

Dinosaur Valley State Park
Learn to think like a real park ranger!
Apr 26
2:30p
End Date

Polllinators

Cooper Lake State Park - South Sulphur Unit
Do you like chocolate?
Apr 26
3:00p
End Date

Wildcraft

Lake Corpus Christi State Park
Make a craft to remember the park by!
Apr 26
3:00p
End Date

Native American Atlatl Hunting

Choke Canyon State Park - Calliham Unit
A family-friendly blast to the past. Hunt like the Native Americans used to, with real Atlatls!
Apr 26
3:00p
End Date

Birding 101

Inks Lake State Park
Come join us to learn how to become a bird expert!
Apr 26
6:00p
End Date

Maples and Meteors Night Sky Fest

Lost Maples State Natural Area
🎉 Celebrate all things night sky related at our night sky fest and stay after for constellation viewing!
Apr 26
7:00p
End Date

City Nature Challenge Bioblitz & Blacklight Event

Government Canyon State Natural Area
Join Jane Weeden, City Nature Challenge Bexar County Coordinator, and her volunteer team on a stroll in the canyon followed by an insect blacklighting event.
Apr 26
7:30p
End Date

Star Walk

Copper Breaks State Park
Observe the stars and planets through a telescope at Copper Breaks.
Apr 26
7:30p
End Date

Nocturnal Insect Mission

McKinney Falls State Park
Observe nocturnal insects at McKinney Falls State Park!
Apr 26
8:00p
End Date

UV Night Hike

Meridian State Park
Hike with a Ranger as we use UV lights to discover what creeps through the night!
Apr 26
8:00p
End Date

Star Party

Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
Join park staff for a tour through space. Multiple telescopes will be set up in Parking Lot 1 for viewing stars, star clusters, galaxies and more! Bring your own telescope, if you have one to share!
Apr 26
8:30p
End Date

Star Party!

South Llano River State Park
Come look through a telescope, find constellations, and more!
Apr 26
8:30p
End Date

Frog & Toad Watch

Lockhart State Park
Join a park ranger to search for the amphibians that call Lockhart home!
Apr 26
9:00p
End Date

Star Party in the Borderlands

Big Bend Ranch State Park
The Greater Big Bend International Dark Sky Reserve is the largest in the world and the Star Party in the Borderlands is a great way to view the darkest skies in Texas.
Apr 26
9:00p
End Date

Star Party

Abilene State Park
A night of stargazing!
Apr 26
9:00p
End Date

Stargazing the Texas Night Sky

Lake Mineral Wells State Park & Trailway
“The stars at night are big and bright …” Learn more about one of Texas’ best natural resources – the night sky.
Apr 27
9:00a
End Date

Sunday Honey Creek Guided Walk

Honey Creek State Natural Area
Experience the natural and cultural history of Honey Creek!
Apr 27
9:00a
End Date

City Nature Challenge BioBlitz at Honey Creek Ranch *Registration Required*

Honey Creek State Natural Area
Discover, Document, and Make a Difference – Join the City Nature Challenge BioBlitz at Honey Creek Ranch!
Apr 27
9:00a
End Date

Wellness Journey for Young Adults

Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley State Park
Young adults can learn about nature and develop healthy habits in this interactive program full of exercise, meditation, and the great outdoors!
Apr 27
9:00a
End Date

Paws and Paths: Exploring the Bauer Unit *Registration Required*

Guadalupe River State Park
Join us for a paws-itively delightful adventure at the Bauer Unit!
Apr 27
9:00a
End Date

Hawk Watch

Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley State Park
Using keen eyesight, binoculars and spotting scopes, watch in awe and help keep count of the many raptors flying over as they continue their migration.
Apr 27
9:00a
End Date

Elm Creek Nature Hike

Abilene State Park
Join a ranger in a short and informative hike along the Elm Creek Nature Trail.
Apr 27
10:00a
End Date

All About Us!

Brazos Bend State Park
Join us to experience the park, like it's your first time, on our Creekfield Lake Trail.
Apr 27
10:00a
End Date

Track Talk

Dinosaur Valley State Park
Gather round and hear the 113-million-year-old story of our dinosaur tracks!
Apr 27
10:00a
End Date

Intro to Fly Fishing

Lockhart State Park
Learn the basics of fly fishing in this fun class!
Apr 27
10:00a
End Date

Intro to iNaturalist- City Nature Challenge

Goliad State Park & Historic Site
Learn how to use the free app, iNaturalist, to help identify plants and animals and participate in a citizen science project- the City Nature Challenge!
Apr 27
10:30a
End Date

Backyard Bass

Sheldon Lake State Park & Environmental Learning Center
Come and enjoy a land lover's spin on fishing!
Apr 27
11:00a
End Date

Art in the Park

Dinosaur Valley State Park
Celebrate the wonders of our park by creating a masterpiece!
Apr 27
11:00a
End Date

Wildlife Viewing

Brazos Bend State Park
Come take a look at this park like never before!
Apr 27
11:00a
End Date

Reading with a Ranger

Inks Lake State Park
Come out and enjoy a fun, nature themed story with our ranger!
Apr 27
11:30a
End Date

Strange Meals: Mammal Feeding Behavior

Stephen F. Austin State Park
Dive into the fascinating world of native Texas mammals and their bizarre eating habits in this fun and interactive program, geared toward children!
Apr 27
12:00p
End Date

Nature Center Hours

Stephen F. Austin State Park
Come explore the wonders of nature at the Nature Center this April!
Apr 27
2:00p
End Date

Kallison Ranch Hike

Government Canyon State Natural Area
Join us on a trip back in time with a short but beautiful hike to the historic Kallison Ranch complex.
Apr 27
2:00p
End Date

River Romp

Dinosaur Valley State Park
Come along as we walk the Paluxy River Trail in search of dinosaur tracks!
Apr 27
2:00p
End Date

Mission History Tour

Goliad State Park & Historic Site
Enjoy a guided history tour of Mission Espiritu Santo as you learn about life in and around the mission during the Spanish Colonial Era.
Apr 28
9:00a
End Date

Hawk Watch

Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley State Park
Using keen eyesight, binoculars and spotting scopes, watch in awe and help keep count of the many raptors flying over as they continue their migration.
Apr 29
8:15a
End Date

Birding with a Ranger - CANCELLED April 8th, 15th, 22nd

Choke Canyon State Park - Calliham Unit
Use binoculars to spot all kinds of birds feeding in our Bird Sanctuary!
Apr 29
8:30a
End Date

Golden-cheeked Warbler Hike

South Llano River State Park
Join birding Master Naturalists for a walk to explore the golden-cheeked warbler habitat and other park birds.
Apr 29
9:00a
End Date

Hawk Watch

Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley State Park
Using keen eyesight, binoculars and spotting scopes, watch in awe and help keep count of the many raptors flying over as they continue their migration.
Apr 29
10:00a
End Date

Wildflower Bingo Walk

Lockhart State Park
Learn how to identify common wildflowers, and play a game of bingo on the trails!
Apr 30
8:15a
End Date

Birding with a Ranger - CANCELLED April 8th, 15th, 22nd

Choke Canyon State Park - Calliham Unit
Use binoculars to spot all kinds of birds feeding in our Bird Sanctuary!
Apr 30
8:30a
End Date

Shorebird Walk

Goose Island State Park
Spring bird walks are back!
Apr 30
9:00a
End Date

Hawk Watch

Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley State Park
Using keen eyesight, binoculars and spotting scopes, watch in awe and help keep count of the many raptors flying over as they continue their migration.
Apr 30
9:00a
End Date

Bison & Longhorn Self-Guided Viewing

San Angelo State Park
Watch Bison and Longhorn graze and meet with park staff!

May 2025

May 1
8:30a
End Date

Woodland Bird Tour

Goose Island State Park
Spring migration has kicked off!
May 1
9:00a
End Date

Nature Walk

Lost Maples State Natural Area
See what nature calls Lost Maples home.
May 1
9:00a
End Date

Scenic Overlook Nature Walk

Guadalupe River State Park
Join us on the first three Thursdays of the month for an easy nature walk with a beautiful view!
May 1
9:00p
End Date

Astronomy with Buddy!

South Llano River State Park
Come by for a quick look at the stars!
May 2
8:00a
End Date

Birding Hike

Brazos Bend State Park
Brazos Bend State Park is home to over 300 species of birds making it the perfect place to bird-watch all year round!
May 2
8:30a
End Date

Big Tree Birding (Registration Required)

Goose Island State Park
Come along with us to view birds at the Big Tree Natural Area!
May 2
1:30p
End Date

Wilderness Survival Hike

Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to learn about the plants and other resources native people used in our area!
May 2
2:00p
End Date

Meet The Longhorns

Copper Breaks State Park
Meet some of the official state longhorn herd!
May 2
2:00p
End Date

Nature Journaling

Fort Richardson State Park & Historic Site / Lost Creek Reservoir State Trailway
Slow down and deepen your experience of the natural world with mindful observations.
May 2
6:30p
End Date

Inks Lake State Park | Two Night Event | Texas Outdoor Family | Austin Area (SOLD OUT)

Inks Lake State Park
Join us for a fun-filled weekend and discover the joys of camping in your Texas State Parks.
May 3
7:00a
End Date

Big Sit-Great Texas Birding Classic

Government Canyon State Natural Area
Help our team tally bird species as we compete in the biggest, wildest birdwatching competition in the U.S.!
May 3
7:30a
End Date

Old Tin Mine Hike

Franklin Mountains State Park
Join a park ranger or volunteer guides for a hike out to the El Paso Tin Mines, the remains of a mining operation from the early 1900s.
May 3
8:30a
End Date

Woodland Bird Tour

Goose Island State Park
Spring migration has kicked off!
May 3
9:00a
End Date

Saturday Honey Creek Guided Walk

Honey Creek State Natural Area
Experience the natural and cultural history of Honey Creek!
May 3
9:00a
End Date

Family Stroll

Government Canyon State Natural Area
Start your kids out on the right foot enjoying the outdoors! Join dedicated volunteers on a FUN and easy family-friendly walk.
May 3
9:00a
End Date

Volunteer Workday

San Angelo State Park
Work with park staff on projects around the park.
May 3
9:00a
End Date

Dutch Oven Cooking

Daingerfield State Park
Interested in learning to cook in a Dutch oven over a campfire? Daingerfield State Park is the place to be!
May 3
9:00a
End Date

Lake Hike

Abilene State Park
Get outside, get fit!
May 3
9:00a
End Date

"Big Sit!" at the Woodland Blind

Guadalupe River State Park
How many birds can YOU spot from within a 50-foot circle? Join us and find out!
May 3
9:00a
End Date

Bison & Longhorn Self-Guided Viewing

San Angelo State Park
Watch Bison and Longhorn graze and meet with park staff!
May 3
9:15a
End Date

Guided Hike to Sunburst Shelter

Devils River State Natural Area - Dan A. Hughes Unit
Come on a guide hike to the past! Learn about the rock art at Sunburst Shelter
May 3
9:30a
End Date

Guided Summit Hike

Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
Join a ranger or volunteer for a morning hike on our most popular trail.
May 3
9:30a
End Date

Wildflower Walk

Lake Brownwood State Park
Join us to learn about flowers in bloom and other plants in the park!
May 3
10:00a
End Date

All About Us!

Brazos Bend State Park
Join us to experience the park, like it's your first time, on our Creekfield Lake Trail.
May 3
10:00a
End Date

Fire Through Our Forest - Guided Hike

Bastrop State Park
Fire in the woods is natural and necessary find out how and why on this guided hike.
May 3
10:00a
End Date

Predators of the Pines - Guided Hike

Buescher State Park
Hit the trails with a Texas Master Naturalist and learn about survival characteristics of the wild!
May 3
10:00a
End Date

First Saturday Nature Walk

Stephen F. Austin State Park
Every month, we invite you to dive into the wonders of Stephen F. Austin State Park on a fun and informative guided hike.
May 3
10:00a
End Date

Coffee with a Ranger

Bonham State Park
Do you have any questions about the park? Stop by and ask away.
May 3
2:00p
End Date

Meet The Longhorns

Copper Breaks State Park
Meet some of the official state longhorn herd!
May 3
2:00p
End Date

Geocaching 101

Abilene State Park
Learn about Geocaching with a ranger!
May 3
2:30p
End Date

Reptiles with a Ranger

Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to meet some of our native reptiles!
May 3
4:00p
End Date

Big Sit-Great Texas Birding Classic

Government Canyon State Natural Area
Help our team tally bird species as we compete in the biggest, wildest birdwatching competition in the U.S.!
May 3
6:30p
End Date

Dirt Storm Drifters

Caprock Canyons State Park & Trailway
Live music in the park!
May 3
8:00p
End Date

Star Party with the San Antonio Astronomical Association

Guadalupe River State Park
Join us for stargazing and planet watching!
May 4
9:00a
End Date

Sunday Honey Creek Guided Walk

Honey Creek State Natural Area
Experience the natural and cultural history of Honey Creek!
May 4
9:15a
End Date

Guided Hike to Sunburst Shelter

Devils River State Natural Area - Dan A. Hughes Unit
Come on a guide hike to the past! Learn about the rock art at Sunburst Shelter
May 4
10:00a
End Date

All About Us!

Brazos Bend State Park
Join us to experience the park, like it's your first time, on our Creekfield Lake Trail.
May 4
10:30a
End Date

Sunday Morning Wildflower Wander

Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
This event cancelled, 03/30/2025. What's blooming at Enchanted Rock this spring? Take a stroll by the creek with Ranger Hannah and find out!
May 7
8:30a
End Date

Shorebird Walk

Goose Island State Park
Spring bird walks are back!
May 7
9:00a
End Date

Bison & Longhorn Self-Guided Viewing

San Angelo State Park
Watch Bison and Longhorn graze and meet with park staff!
May 8
8:30a
End Date

Woodland Bird Tour

Goose Island State Park
Spring migration has kicked off!
May 8
9:00a
End Date

Scenic Overlook Nature Walk

Guadalupe River State Park
Join us on the first three Thursdays of the month for an easy nature walk with a beautiful view!
May 9
8:30a
End Date

Big Tree Birding (Registration Required)

Goose Island State Park
Come along with us to view birds at the Big Tree Natural Area!
May 9
9:00a
End Date

Coffee with a Ranger

Caprock Canyons State Park & Trailway
Need coffee? Need conversation?
May 9
1:30p
End Date

Wilderness Survival Hike

Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to learn about the plants and other resources native people used in our area!
May 9
2:00p
End Date

Meet The Longhorns

Copper Breaks State Park
Meet some of the official state longhorn herd!
May 9
5:00p
End Date

Reading with a Ranger

Caprock Canyons State Park & Trailway
Storytelling for all ages!
May 9
8:00p
End Date

Night Creatures

Bonham State Park
Discover the wild side of Bonham State Park’ s nightlife.
May 10
8:30a
End Date

Woodland Bird Tour

Goose Island State Park
Spring migration has kicked off!
May 10
8:30a
End Date

Coffee and Birds

McKinney Falls State Park
Enjoy your morning coffee with a side of bird watching!
May 10
9:00a
End Date

Bird Outing

Lake Arrowhead State Park
Join the Texas Master Naturalists: Rolling Plains chapter to look for birds
May 10
9:00a
End Date

Saturday Honey Creek Guided Walk

Honey Creek State Natural Area
Experience the natural and cultural history of Honey Creek!
May 10
9:00a
End Date

Paws and Paths: Exploring the Bauer Unit *Registration Required*

Guadalupe River State Park
Join us for a paws-itively delightful adventure at the Bauer Unit!
May 10
9:00a
End Date

Cooking on the Dance Floor

Abilene State Park
Learn to cook the old fashioned way!
May 10
9:00a
End Date

Angler Education Instructor Training Workshop - Lake Whitney State Park

Lake Whitney State Park
Become a TPWD Certified Angler Education Instructor
May 10
9:00a
End Date

Bison & Longhorn Self-Guided Viewing

San Angelo State Park
Watch Bison and Longhorn graze and meet with park staff!
May 10
9:15a
End Date

Guided Hike to Sunburst Shelter

Devils River State Natural Area - Dan A. Hughes Unit
Come on a guide hike to the past! Learn about the rock art at Sunburst Shelter
May 10
9:30a
End Date

Guided Summit Hike

Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
Join a ranger or volunteer for a morning hike on our most popular trail.
May 10
9:30a
End Date

Wildflower Walk

Lake Brownwood State Park
Join us to learn about flowers in bloom and other plants in the park!
May 10
10:00a
End Date

All About Us!

Brazos Bend State Park
Join us to experience the park, like it's your first time, on our Creekfield Lake Trail.
May 10
10:00a
End Date

Hard Labor Hike

Lockhart State Park
Hear the story of the Civilian Conservation Corps and discover their legacy in this engaging hike!
May 10
10:00a
End Date

Watercolor in the Park

Guadalupe River State Park
Come and capture the stunning natural beauty of the park's landscapes on paper.
May 10
10:00a
End Date

Colors of the Caprock

Caprock Canyons State Park & Trailway
Be inspired by the rich hues of the Caprock Canyons and its breathtaking palette!
May 10
1:30p
End Date

CCC Trail Hike

Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to learn about the Civilian Conservation Corps in our park!
May 10
2:00p
End Date

Meet The Longhorns

Copper Breaks State Park
Meet some of the official state longhorn herd!
May 10
2:00p
End Date

Crafting with a Ranger

McKinney Falls State Park
Join us for a fun craft.
May 11
8:00a
End Date

Women's Hike - Aztec Caves

Franklin Mountains State Park
What better way to celebrate mother's day then to explore the beautiful Chihuahuan Desert with other women, led by a female ranger or volunteer. Learn about best hiking practices and the unique desert ecosystems. This hike is open to women of all experience levels who are excited to spend more quality time outdoors.
May 11
8:30a
End Date

Mother's Day Wildflower Walk

Government Canyon State Natural Area
Spend Mother's Day with Mother Nature and learn to identify local wildflowers.
May 11
9:00a
End Date

Guided Mother's Day Walk at Honey Creek SNA *Registration Required*

Honey Creek State Natural Area
Celebrate this Mother’s Day with a serene and unforgettable experience at Honey Creek State Natural Area.
May 11
9:00a
End Date

Edible & Medicinal Plant Hike

Abilene State Park
Join a ranger in a hike that will teach you about the edible and medicinal plants native to the park.
May 11
9:00a
End Date

Guided Bird Walk at Honey Creek Ranch *Registration Required*

Honey Creek State Natural Area
Join us this spring for a special opportunity to explore Honey Creek Ranch with State Natural Area Superintendent, Gilbert, as your guide!
May 11
9:15a
End Date

Guided Hike to Sunburst Shelter

Devils River State Natural Area - Dan A. Hughes Unit
Come on a guide hike to the past! Learn about the rock art at Sunburst Shelter
May 11
9:30a
End Date

Frog Pond Frolic

Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
Join a ranger for a short hike out to Frog Pond and explore some of the aquatic life of the park!
May 11
10:00a
End Date

All About Us!

Brazos Bend State Park
Join us to experience the park, like it's your first time, on our Creekfield Lake Trail.
May 11
2:00p
End Date

Enchanting Rocks

Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
Stop by our gazebo and learn about the geology, rocks, and minerals that make this park so ENCHANTING!
May 13
10:00a
End Date

Homeschool Program

Davis Mountains State Park
This outdoor education program promises a fun time for kids and parents.
May 14
9:00a
End Date

Bison & Longhorn Self-Guided Viewing

San Angelo State Park
Watch Bison and Longhorn graze and meet with park staff!
May 14
10:00a
End Date

Homeschool Program at Blanco State Park

Blanco State Park
Join us for a homeschool program in the park!
May 14
4:00p
End Date

Reading with a Ranger at Pioneer Memorial Library

Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
Join a ranger at the historic Pioneer Memorial Library in Fredericksburg for a nature-oriented story time!
May 15
9:00a
End Date

Scenic Overlook Nature Walk

Guadalupe River State Park
Join us on the first three Thursdays of the month for an easy nature walk with a beautiful view!
May 15
9:30a
End Date

Guided Hike at New Enchanted Rock Property

Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
Join a ranger for a 2.0-mile guided hike at Enchanted Rock State Natural Area’s newly acquired southern property.
May 15
10:30a
End Date

Reading Ranger at the Blanco Public Library

Blanco State Park
Join a ranger for Storytime at the Blanco Library!
May 16
9:00a
End Date

Coffee with a Ranger

Caprock Canyons State Park & Trailway
Need coffee? Need conversation?
May 16
1:30p
End Date

Wilderness Survival Hike

Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to learn about the plants and other resources native people used in our area!
May 16
2:00p
End Date

Meet The Longhorns

Copper Breaks State Park
Meet some of the official state longhorn herd!
May 16
4:00p
End Date

Bison Grocery Store

Caprock Canyons State Park & Trailway
This is not your typical grocery store...
May 16
6:30p
End Date

Huntsville State Park | Two Night Event | Texas Outdoor Family | Houston Area (Registration Open)

Huntsville State Park
Join us for a fun-filled weekend and discover the joys of camping in your Texas State Parks.
May 16
6:30p
End Date

Blanco State Park | Two Night Event | Texas Outdoor Family | Austin Area (Registration Open)

Blanco State Park
Join us for a fun-filled weekend and discover the joys of camping in your Texas State Parks.
May 16
6:30p
End Date

Purtis Creek State Park | Two Night Event | Texas Outdoor Family | DFW Area (Registration Open)

Purtis Creek State Park
Join us for a fun-filled weekend and discover the joys of camping in your Texas State Parks.
May 17
8:00a
End Date

Birding Hike

Brazos Bend State Park
Brazos Bend State Park is home to over 300 species of birds making it the perfect place to bird-watch all year round!
May 17
9:00a
End Date

Saturday Honey Creek Guided Walk

Honey Creek State Natural Area
Experience the natural and cultural history of Honey Creek!
May 17
9:00a
End Date

Volunteer Workday

Eisenhower State Park
Let's work together to preserve our park's beauty!
May 17
9:00a
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!
May 17
9:00a
End Date

Bison & Longhorn Self-Guided Viewing

San Angelo State Park
Watch Bison and Longhorn graze and meet with park staff!
May 17
9:15a
End Date

Guided Hike to Sunburst Shelter

Devils River State Natural Area - Dan A. Hughes Unit
Come on a guide hike to the past! Learn about the rock art at Sunburst Shelter
May 17
9:30a
End Date

Guided Summit Hike

Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
Join a ranger or volunteer for a morning hike on our most popular trail.
May 17
9:30a
End Date

Wildflower Walk

Lake Brownwood State Park
Join us to learn about flowers in bloom and other plants in the park!
May 17
10:00a
End Date

All About Us!

Brazos Bend State Park
Join us to experience the park, like it's your first time, on our Creekfield Lake Trail.
May 17
10:00a
End Date

Dutch Oven 101

Bonham State Park
Join Ranger Linda to learn the ins-and-outs of cast-iron cooking.
May 17
10:00a
End Date

Wildlife Walk

Lockhart State Park
Whose park is this?
May 17
10:00a
End Date

Golden-cheeked Warblers: Native Texan Songbirds

Guadalupe River State Park
Learn about Golden-cheeked Warblers and then join Ranger Jessica on a brief walk to try to see or hear one!
May 17
10:00a
End Date

Edible and Medicinal Plants Walk

Stephen F. Austin State Park
Join us for a guided walk-through Stephen F. Austin State Park to discover edible and medicinal plants.
May 17
10:00a
End Date

Four Lives of a Fleece

Lyndon B. Johnson State Park & Historic Site
Processing wool from sheep to shawl!
May 17
10:00a
End Date

Kids to Park Day

Caprock Canyons State Park & Trailway
All kids welcome!
May 17
10:00a
End Date

Insectigation Hike

Government Canyon State Natural Area
What's bugging you? Let's take a hike to observe some of the little things that are really running the world.
May 17
2:00p
End Date

Meet The Longhorns

Copper Breaks State Park
Meet some of the official state longhorn herd!
May 17
2:00p
End Date

The Bread That Stood the Test of Time

Fort Richardson State Park & Historic Site / Lost Creek Reservoir State Trailway
Imagine you're a soldier in the Civil War, or a pioneer heading west. Food is scarce, and fresh bread is impossible to keep for more than a day. What do you eat? Hardtack
May 17
2:00p
End Date

Nature Journaling

Abilene State Park
Learn to connect deeper with nature and to sharpen your perceptions!
May 17
2:00p
End Date

Colors of the Canyon

Government Canyon State Natural Area
Create beautiful artwork that captures the colors of an spring day at Government Canyon.
May 17
2:30p
End Date

Reptiles with a Ranger

Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to meet some of our native reptiles!
May 17
6:30p
End Date

Music in the Park

Caprock Canyons State Park & Trailway
Folk music by Roger Martin
May 17
8:00p
End Date

Intro to Astro

Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
Join a ranger and volunteers for an introduction to astronomy at our beloved Dark Sky Park.
May 17
8:00p
End Date

Night Hike (RSVP REQUIRED)

Abilene State Park
Join a ranger for an after-hours night hike!
May 17
8:30p
End Date

May Inks Lake Star Party

Inks Lake State Park
Join the Austin Astronomical Society and use their equipment for some amazing stargazing!
May 17
9:00p
End Date

Star Party

Abilene State Park
A night of stargazing!
May 18
8:30a
End Date

Wing Walks

Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
Join a ranger or volunteer for an introductory birdwatching walk in the shade.
May 18
9:00a
End Date

Sunday Honey Creek Guided Walk

Honey Creek State Natural Area
Experience the natural and cultural history of Honey Creek!
May 18
9:15a
End Date

Guided Hike to Sunburst Shelter

Devils River State Natural Area - Dan A. Hughes Unit
Come on a guide hike to the past! Learn about the rock art at Sunburst Shelter
May 18
10:00a
End Date

Junior Ranger Hike

Abilene State Park
An informative hike led by a ranger for youth and their parents!
May 18
10:00a
End Date

All About Us!

Brazos Bend State Park
Join us to experience the park, like it's your first time, on our Creekfield Lake Trail.
May 18
2:00p
End Date

Kallison Ranch Hike

Government Canyon State Natural Area
Join us on a trip back in time with a short but beautiful hike to the historic Kallison Ranch complex.
May 21
9:00a
End Date

Bison & Longhorn Self-Guided Viewing

San Angelo State Park
Watch Bison and Longhorn graze and meet with park staff!
May 21
10:00a
End Date

Wingin' It on Wednesday

Caprock Canyons State Park & Trailway
Birding for all ages and skill level!
May 23
1:00p
End Date

Skins, Skulls, Tracks, & Skat

Caprock Canyons State Park & Trailway
We all leave a trace wherever we go.
May 23
1:30p
End Date

Wilderness Survival Hike

Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to learn about the plants and other resources native people used in our area!
May 23
2:00p
End Date

Meet The Longhorns

Copper Breaks State Park
Meet some of the official state longhorn herd!
May 23
8:00p
End Date

Summer Night Sky

Bonham State Park
Night sky viewing
May 24
9:00a
End Date

Saturday Honey Creek Guided Walk

Honey Creek State Natural Area
Experience the natural and cultural history of Honey Creek!
May 24
9:00a
End Date

Let's try Geocaching

Lake Whitney State Park
What is Geocaching? It is the ultimate treasure hunt! This outdoor adventure has participants use the Geocaching app and/or a GPS device to navigate to cleverly hidden containers called geocaches. There are millions of geocaches in 190 countries waiting to be discovered—there are some near you right now. Let's start this treasure hunt!
May 24
9:00a
End Date

Bison & Longhorn Self-Guided Viewing

San Angelo State Park
Watch Bison and Longhorn graze and meet with park staff!
May 24
9:15a
End Date

Guided Hike to Sunburst Shelter

Devils River State Natural Area - Dan A. Hughes Unit
Come on a guide hike to the past! Learn about the rock art at Sunburst Shelter
May 24
9:30a
End Date

Guided Summit Hike

Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
Join a ranger or volunteer for a morning hike on our most popular trail.
May 24
9:30a
End Date

Wildflower Walk

Lake Brownwood State Park
Join us to learn about flowers in bloom and other plants in the park!
May 24
10:00a
End Date

All About Us!

Brazos Bend State Park
Join us to experience the park, like it's your first time, on our Creekfield Lake Trail.
May 24
10:00a
End Date

Walk, Talk, & Draw

Caprock Canyons State Park & Trailway
Nature inspired art!
May 24
10:00a
End Date

Predators of the Pines - Guided Hike

Bastrop State Park
Join a Texas Master Naturalist to discover what creatures are roaming through the Lost Pines!
May 24
1:30p
End Date

CCC Trail Hike

Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to learn about the Civilian Conservation Corps in our park!
May 24
2:00p
End Date

Meet The Longhorns

Copper Breaks State Park
Meet some of the official state longhorn herd!
May 24
2:00p
End Date

Skins & Skulls

Abilene State Park
Have you ever wondered what the fur of wild animals felt like?
May 24
7:30p
End Date

Star Walk

Copper Breaks State Park
Observe the stars and planets through a telescope at Copper Breaks.
May 24
8:00p
End Date

Cosmic Creepy Crawlies Night Hike

Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
Join us for a night hike on our Loop Trail! This easy hike will take brave visitors spider snuffing and scorpion spotting all the way out to our Scenic Overlook, where we will discuss some of the misconceptions about these arachnids and their presence in our constellations.
May 24
8:00p
End Date

Let's Celebrate the Moon, Stars and Planets together!

Lake Whitney State Park
Enjoy an evening in the park viewing all you can see in the galaxy by using star maps, a laser pointer and telescopes. Retired National Park Ranger and Astronomer Larry Smith will guide you through these astronomical wonders.
May 24
8:15p
End Date

Charting the Stars

Purtis Creek State Park
Join a ranger to craft a star chart & explore the constellations!
May 24
8:30p
End Date

Star Party

Lake Brownwood State Park
Join us for a night under the stars to learn about what's out there in the night sky!
May 24
9:00p
End Date

Star Party

Dinosaur Valley State Park
Celebrate the night sky and learn from real astronomers!
May 25
8:30a
End Date

Last Sunday Hike - West Cottonwood Springs

Franklin Mountains State Park
Join a park ranger on a guided hike through the Western foothills of the Franklin Mountains.
May 25
9:00a
End Date

Sunday Honey Creek Guided Walk

Honey Creek State Natural Area
Experience the natural and cultural history of Honey Creek!
May 25
9:00a
End Date

Guided Bird Walk at Honey Creek Ranch *Registration Required*

Honey Creek State Natural Area
Join us this spring for a special opportunity to explore Honey Creek Ranch with State Natural Area Superintendent, Gilbert, as your guide!
May 25
9:00a
End Date

Elm Creek Nature Hike

Abilene State Park
Join a ranger in a short and informative hike along the Elm Creek Nature Trail.
May 25
9:15a
End Date

Guided Hike to Sunburst Shelter

Devils River State Natural Area - Dan A. Hughes Unit
Come on a guide hike to the past! Learn about the rock art at Sunburst Shelter
May 25
10:00a
End Date

All About Us!

Brazos Bend State Park
Join us to experience the park, like it's your first time, on our Creekfield Lake Trail.
May 25
2:00p
End Date

Enchanting Rocks

Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
Stop by our gazebo and learn about the geology, rocks, and minerals that make this park so ENCHANTING!
May 28
9:00a
End Date

Bison & Longhorn Self-Guided Viewing

San Angelo State Park
Watch Bison and Longhorn graze and meet with park staff!
May 29
9:15p
End Date

Astronomy with Buddy!

South Llano River State Park
Come by for a quick look at the stars!
May 30 End Date

24 Hours in the Canyon

Palo Duro Canyon State Park
Palo Duro Canyon is hosting the 24 hour bike race once again this year!
May 30
1:30p
End Date

Wilderness Survival Hike

Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to learn about the plants and other resources native people used in our area!
May 30
2:00p
End Date

Meet The Longhorns

Copper Breaks State Park
Meet some of the official state longhorn herd!
May 31
7:00a
End Date

Peak Challenge Hike - Ron Coleman

Franklin Mountains State Park
Test yourself against some of the most difficult hikes in the Franklin Mountains State Park.
May 31
7:30a
End Date

Painted Bunting Walk

Government Canyon State Natural Area
Search for one of the most colorful birds in Texas at Government Canyon.
May 31
9:00a
End Date

Saturday Honey Creek Guided Walk

Honey Creek State Natural Area
Experience the natural and cultural history of Honey Creek!
May 31
9:00a
End Date

Bison & Longhorn Self-Guided Viewing

San Angelo State Park
Watch Bison and Longhorn graze and meet with park staff!
May 31
9:30a
End Date

Lake Tawakoni State Park | One Night Event | Texas Outdoor Family | DFW Area (Registration Open)

Lake Tawakoni State Park
Join us for a fun-filled weekend and discover the joys of camping in your Texas State Parks.
May 31
9:30a
End Date

Guided Summit Hike

Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
Join a ranger or volunteer for a morning hike on our most popular trail.
May 31
9:30a
End Date

Wildflower Walk

Lake Brownwood State Park
Join us to learn about flowers in bloom and other plants in the park!
May 31
10:00a
End Date

All About Us!

Brazos Bend State Park
Join us to experience the park, like it's your first time, on our Creekfield Lake Trail.
May 31
1:00p
End Date

The American Bison

Caprock Canyons State Park & Trailway
Dive into the fascinating world of the American Bison.
May 31
2:00p
End Date

Meet The Longhorns

Copper Breaks State Park
Meet some of the official state longhorn herd!
May 31
2:30p
End Date

Reptiles with a Ranger

Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to meet some of our native reptiles!

June 2025

Jun 1
9:00a
End Date

CCC History Hike

Abilene State Park
Join a ranger in a hike along our Legacy Trail and learn about the people who built the park!
Jun 1
9:15a
End Date

Guided Hike to Sunburst Shelter

Devils River State Natural Area - Dan A. Hughes Unit
Come on a guide hike to the past! Learn about the rock art at Sunburst Shelter
Jun 1
10:00a
End Date

All About Us!

Brazos Bend State Park
Join us to experience the park, like it's your first time, on our Creekfield Lake Trail.
Jun 6
8:30a
End Date

Listen For the Birds

Caprock Canyons State Park & Trailway
Stop. Listen. Look
Jun 6
1:30p
End Date

Wilderness Survival Hike

Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to learn about the plants and other resources native people used in our area!
Jun 6
2:00p
End Date

Meet The Longhorns

Copper Breaks State Park
Meet some of the official state longhorn herd!
Jun 6
4:00p
End Date

Owls Unveiled

Caprock Canyons State Park & Trailway
Hoot of a time!
Jun 7
8:00a
End Date

Intro to Hiking for Women

Government Canyon State Natural Area
Want to spend more time in the beautiful Texas Hill Country, but unsure how to begin? Come learn about hiking and Celebrate National Trails Day at a women’s beginners hiking clinic.
Jun 7
9:00a
End Date

Bison History

Caprock Canyons State Park & Trailway
Journey through time with the Southern Plains Bison.
Jun 7
9:00a
End Date

Dutch Oven Cooking

Daingerfield State Park
Interested in learning to cook in a Dutch oven over a campfire? Daingerfield State Park is the place to be!
Jun 7
9:00a
End Date

Lake Hike

Abilene State Park
Get outside, get fit!
Jun 7
9:15a
End Date

Guided Hike to Sunburst Shelter

Devils River State Natural Area - Dan A. Hughes Unit
Come on a guide hike to the past! Learn about the rock art at Sunburst Shelter
Jun 7
9:30a
End Date

Guided Summit Hike

Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
Join a ranger or volunteer for a morning hike on our most popular trail.
Jun 7
9:30a
End Date

Wildflower Walk

Lake Brownwood State Park
Join us to learn about flowers in bloom and other plants in the park!
Jun 7
9:30a
End Date

Palmetto State Park | One Night Event | Texas Outdoor Family | Austin Area (Registration Open)

Palmetto State Park
Join us for a fun-filled weekend and discover the joys of camping in your Texas State Parks.
Jun 7
10:00a
End Date

All About Us!

Brazos Bend State Park
Join us to experience the park, like it's your first time, on our Creekfield Lake Trail.
Jun 7
10:00a
End Date

Summer Outdoor Expo

Bonham State Park
Grab the family and celebrate nature, heritage, and community at Bonham State Park.
Jun 7
10:00a
End Date

First Saturday Nature Walk

Stephen F. Austin State Park
Every month, we invite you to dive into the wonders of Stephen F. Austin State Park on a fun and informative guided hike.
Jun 7
1:30p
End Date

CCC Trail Hike

Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to learn about the Civilian Conservation Corps in our park!
Jun 7
2:00p
End Date

Meet The Longhorns

Copper Breaks State Park
Meet some of the official state longhorn herd!
Jun 7
4:00p
End Date

Colors of the Caprock

Caprock Canyons State Park & Trailway
The rich hues of the Caprock Canyon are waiting for you!
Jun 7
8:00p
End Date

Star Party with the San Antonio Astronomical Association

Guadalupe River State Park
Join us for stargazing and planet watching!
Jun 8
9:00a
End Date

Edible & Medicinal Plant Hike

Abilene State Park
Join a ranger in a hike that will teach you about the edible and medicinal plants native to the park.
Jun 8
9:15a
End Date

Guided Hike to Sunburst Shelter

Devils River State Natural Area - Dan A. Hughes Unit
Come on a guide hike to the past! Learn about the rock art at Sunburst Shelter
Jun 8
9:30a
End Date

Frog Pond Frolic

Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
Join a ranger for a short hike out to Frog Pond and explore some of the aquatic life of the park!
Jun 8
10:00a
End Date

All About Us!

Brazos Bend State Park
Join us to experience the park, like it's your first time, on our Creekfield Lake Trail.
Jun 10
10:00a
End Date

Homeschool Program

Davis Mountains State Park
This outdoor education program promises a fun time for kids and parents.
Jun 11
4:00p
End Date

Reading with a Ranger at Pioneer Memorial Library

Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
Join a ranger at the historic Pioneer Memorial Library in Fredericksburg for a nature-oriented story time!
Jun 12
10:00a
End Date

Meet & Greet Mary Ann Goodnight

Caprock Canyons State Park & Trailway
Meet the mother of the Texas State Bison Herd.
Jun 13
1:30p
End Date

Wilderness Survival Hike

Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to learn about the plants and other resources native people used in our area!
Jun 13
2:00p
End Date

Meet The Longhorns

Copper Breaks State Park
Meet some of the official state longhorn herd!
Jun 13
6:30p
End Date

Ray Roberts Lake State Park: Johnson Branch Unit | Two Night Event | Texas Outdoor Family | DFW Area (Registration Open)

Ray Roberts Lake State Park - Johnson Branch Unit
Join us for a fun-filled weekend and discover the joys of camping in your Texas State Parks.
Jun 13
6:30p
End Date

Galveston Island State Park | Two Night Event | Texas Outdoor Family | Houston Area (SOLD OUT)

Galveston Island State Park
Join us for a fun-filled weekend and discover the joys of camping in your Texas State Parks.
Jun 13
8:00p
End Date

Night Creatures

Bonham State Park
Discover the wild side of Bonham State Park’ s nightlife.
Jun 14
9:00a
End Date

Fishing with a Ranger

Lyndon B. Johnson State Park & Historic Site
Join a Ranger for a leisurely morning of fishing on the Pedernales River!
Jun 14
9:00a
End Date

Cooking on the Dance Floor

Abilene State Park
Learn to cook the old fashioned way!
Jun 14
9:15a
End Date

Guided Hike to Sunburst Shelter

Devils River State Natural Area - Dan A. Hughes Unit
Come on a guide hike to the past! Learn about the rock art at Sunburst Shelter
Jun 14
9:30a
End Date

Wildflower Walk

Lake Brownwood State Park
Join us to learn about flowers in bloom and other plants in the park!
Jun 14
9:30a
End Date

Junior Ranger Academy

Government Canyon State Natural Area
Explore the trails at Government Canyon with a ranger and earn your Junior Ranger badge.
Jun 14
10:00a
End Date

Knit in Public Day

Lyndon B. Johnson State Park & Historic Site
Join the Wool Brigade and learn how knitting was a patriotic duty during World War I.
Jun 14
10:00a
End Date

Beach Birthday Bonanza

Galveston Island State Park
You're invited! 🎉
Jun 14
1:00p
End Date

Skulls, Skins, Tracks, & Skat

Caprock Canyons State Park & Trailway
We all leave a trace...
Jun 14
2:00p
End Date

Meet The Longhorns

Copper Breaks State Park
Meet some of the official state longhorn herd!
Jun 14
2:00p
End Date

Skins & Skulls

Abilene State Park
Have you ever wondered what the fur of wild animals felt like?
Jun 14
2:30p
End Date

Reptiles with a Ranger

Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to meet some of our native reptiles!
Jun 14
6:00p
End Date

Sunset History Hike

Government Canyon State Natural Area
Join us on a trip back in time to the historic Kallison Ranch complex.
Jun 14
8:00p
End Date

Let's Celebrate the Moon, Stars and Planets together!

Lake Whitney State Park
Enjoy an evening in the park viewing all you can see in the galaxy by using star maps, a laser pointer and telescopes. Retired National Park Ranger and Astronomer Larry Smith will guide you through these astronomical wonders.
Jun 14
8:30p
End Date

June Inks Lake Star Party

Inks Lake State Park
Join the Austin Astronomical Society and use their equipment for some amazing stargazing!
Jun 14
9:00p
End Date

Marvel at the Moon

Caprock Canyons State Park & Trailway
Moon watching in one of the best spots in Texas
Jun 15
9:15a
End Date

Guided Hike to Sunburst Shelter

Devils River State Natural Area - Dan A. Hughes Unit
Come on a guide hike to the past! Learn about the rock art at Sunburst Shelter
Jun 15
10:00a
End Date

Junior Ranger Hike

Abilene State Park
An informative hike led by a ranger for youth and their parents!
Jun 16
9:30a
End Date

Angler Education Instructor Training Workshop - Tyler State Park

Tyler State Park
Become a TPWD Certified Angler Education Instructor
Jun 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!
Jun 20
10:00a
End Date

Entomology Expedition

Caprock Canyons State Park & Trailway
Bugs. They are everywhere. Get used to it.
Jun 20
1:30p
End Date

Wilderness Survival Hike

Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to learn about the plants and other resources native people used in our area!
Jun 20
2:00p
End Date

Meet The Longhorns

Copper Breaks State Park
Meet some of the official state longhorn herd!
Jun 20
6:30p
End Date

Lake Livingston State Park | Two Night Event | Texas Outdoor Family | Houston Area (Registration Open)

Lake Livingston State Park
Join us for a fun-filled weekend and discover the joys of camping in your Texas State Parks.
Jun 21
9:00a
End Date

The Wonder of Texas' Native Plants

Government Canyon State Natural Area
Take a plant walk to discover the diverse native wildflowers, trees, and shrubs of Bexar County.
Jun 21
9:15a
End Date

Guided Hike to Sunburst Shelter

Devils River State Natural Area - Dan A. Hughes Unit
Come on a guide hike to the past! Learn about the rock art at Sunburst Shelter
Jun 21
9:30a
End Date

Wildflower Walk

Lake Brownwood State Park
Join us to learn about flowers in bloom and other plants in the park!
Jun 21
9:30a
End Date

Guadalupe River State Park | One Night Event | Texas Outdoor Family | Austin Area (Registration Open)

Guadalupe River State Park
Join us for a fun-filled weekend and discover the joys of camping in your Texas State Parks.
Jun 21
10:00a
End Date

Dutch Oven 101

Bonham State Park
Join Ranger Linda to learn the ins-and-outs of cast-iron cooking.
Jun 21
1:00p
End Date

Bison Grocery Store

Caprock Canyons State Park & Trailway
This is not your ordinary store...
Jun 21
1:30p
End Date

CCC Trail Hike

Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to learn about the Civilian Conservation Corps in our park!
Jun 21
2:00p
End Date

Meet The Longhorns

Copper Breaks State Park
Meet some of the official state longhorn herd!
Jun 21
2:00p
End Date

Nature Journaling

Abilene State Park
Learn to connect deeper with nature and to sharpen your perceptions!
Jun 21
6:30p
End Date

S'mores Storytime

Government Canyon State Natural Area
Meet a Giant Walkingstick, listen to a story about its life, build a crafty critter, and make a s'more at our campfire.
Jun 21
6:30p
End Date

The Dirt Storm Drifters

Caprock Canyons State Park & Trailway
Join us for Music in the Park!
Jun 21
8:00p
End Date

Night Hike (RSVP REQUIRED)

Abilene State Park
Join a ranger for an after-hours night hike!
Jun 21
8:30p
End Date

Star Party

Lake Brownwood State Park
Join us for a night under the stars to learn about what's out there in the night sky!
Jun 22
9:00a
End Date

Elm Creek Nature Hike

Abilene State Park
Join a ranger in a short and informative hike along the Elm Creek Nature Trail.
Jun 22
9:15a
End Date

Guided Hike to Sunburst Shelter

Devils River State Natural Area - Dan A. Hughes Unit
Come on a guide hike to the past! Learn about the rock art at Sunburst Shelter
Jun 26
9:30p
End Date

Astronomy with Buddy!

South Llano River State Park
Come by for a quick look at the stars!
Jun 27
1:30p
End Date

Wilderness Survival Hike

Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to learn about the plants and other resources native people used in our area!
Jun 27
2:00p
End Date

Meet The Longhorns

Copper Breaks State Park
Meet some of the official state longhorn herd!
Jun 27
6:30p
End Date

Texas Outdoor Family Outdoor Leadership Training | Bastrop State Park (Application Open)

Bastrop State Park
The Texas Outdoor Family program provides 900+ families with a "Learn to Camp" experience in Texas State Parks each year. Could you help?
Jun 27
6:30p
End Date

Texas Outdoor Family Outdoor Leadership Training | Lake Mineral Wells State Park (Application Open Until May 14th)

Lake Mineral Wells State Park & Trailway
The Texas Outdoor Family program provides 900+ families with a "Learn to Camp" experience in Texas State Parks each year. Could you help?
Jun 27
8:00p
End Date

Summer Night Sky

Bonham State Park
Night sky viewing
Jun 28
9:15a
End Date

Guided Hike to Sunburst Shelter

Devils River State Natural Area - Dan A. Hughes Unit
Come on a guide hike to the past! Learn about the rock art at Sunburst Shelter
Jun 28
9:30a
End Date

Wildflower Walk

Lake Brownwood State Park
Join us to learn about flowers in bloom and other plants in the park!
Jun 28
11:00a
End Date

Bison Trivia

Caprock Canyons State Park & Trailway
Educational gaming!
Jun 28
2:00p
End Date

Meet The Longhorns

Copper Breaks State Park
Meet some of the official state longhorn herd!
Jun 28
2:00p
End Date

Geocaching 101

Abilene State Park
Learn about Geocaching with a ranger!
Jun 28
2:30p
End Date

Reptiles with a Ranger

Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to meet some of our native reptiles!
Jun 28
7:30p
End Date

Star Walk

Copper Breaks State Park
Observe the stars and planets through a telescope at Copper Breaks.
Jun 28
8:00p
End Date

Night Crawlers

Government Canyon State Natural Area
Glow-in-the-dark scorpions, mysterious moths, and more...this night walk is just for invertebrate enthusiasts.
Jun 28
8:30p
End Date

Charting the Stars

Purtis Creek State Park
Join a ranger to craft a star chart & explore the constellations!
Jun 28
9:45p
End Date

Star Party

Caprock Canyons State Park & Trailway
The Star Party is almost here, and we're excited to see you under the night sky!
Jun 29
9:15a
End Date

Guided Hike to Sunburst Shelter

Devils River State Natural Area - Dan A. Hughes Unit
Come on a guide hike to the past! Learn about the rock art at Sunburst Shelter

July 2025

Jul 4
10:00a
End Date

Bison Day!

Caprock Canyons State Park & Trailway
Happy 4th of July!
Jul 4
1:30p
End Date

Wilderness Survival Hike

Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to learn about the plants and other resources native people used in our area!
Jul 4
2:00p
End Date

Meet The Longhorns

Copper Breaks State Park
Meet some of the official state longhorn herd!
Jul 5
8:00a
End Date

Explore the Canyon

Government Canyon State Natural Area
Join dedicated volunteers for an informative and FUN hike at Government Canyon SNA
Jul 5
9:00a
End Date

Dutch Oven Cooking

Daingerfield State Park
Interested in learning to cook in a Dutch oven over a campfire? Daingerfield State Park is the place to be!
Jul 5
9:00a
End Date

Lake Hike

Abilene State Park
Get outside, get fit!
Jul 5
9:00a
End Date

Bison Grocery Store

Caprock Canyons State Park & Trailway
This isn't your ordinary grocery store...
Jul 5
9:15a
End Date

Guided Hike to Sunburst Shelter

Devils River State Natural Area - Dan A. Hughes Unit
Come on a guide hike to the past! Learn about the rock art at Sunburst Shelter
Jul 5
9:30a
End Date

Wildflower Walk

Lake Brownwood State Park
Join us to learn about flowers in bloom and other plants in the park!
Jul 5
10:00a
End Date

Coffee with a Ranger

Bonham State Park
Do you have any questions about the park? Stop by and ask away.
Jul 5
1:30p
End Date

CCC Trail Hike

Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to learn about the Civilian Conservation Corps in our park!
Jul 5
2:00p
End Date

Meet The Longhorns

Copper Breaks State Park
Meet some of the official state longhorn herd!
Jul 5
2:00p
End Date

Geocaching 101

Abilene State Park
Learn about Geocaching with a ranger!
Jul 5
8:00p
End Date

Star Party with the San Antonio Astronomical Association

Guadalupe River State Park
Join us for stargazing and planet watching!
Jul 5
8:00p
End Date

Let's Celebrate the Moon, Stars and Planets together!

Lake Whitney State Park
Enjoy an evening in the park viewing all you can see in the galaxy by using star maps, a laser pointer and telescopes. Retired National Park Ranger and Astronomer Larry Smith will guide you through these astronomical wonders.
Jul 6
9:00a
End Date

CCC History Hike

Abilene State Park
Join a ranger in a hike along our Legacy Trail and learn about the people who built the park!
Jul 6
9:15a
End Date

Guided Hike to Sunburst Shelter

Devils River State Natural Area - Dan A. Hughes Unit
Come on a guide hike to the past! Learn about the rock art at Sunburst Shelter
Jul 9
4:00p
End Date

Reading with a Ranger at Pioneer Memorial Library

Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
Join a ranger at the historic Pioneer Memorial Library in Fredericksburg for a nature-oriented story time!
Jul 10
8:00p
End Date

Watercolor at Sunset

Caprock Canyons State Park & Trailway
Cool off in the evening with some art!
Jul 11
1:30p
End Date

Wilderness Survival Hike

Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to learn about the plants and other resources native people used in our area!
Jul 11
2:00p
End Date

Meet The Longhorns

Copper Breaks State Park
Meet some of the official state longhorn herd!
Jul 11
8:00p
End Date

Night Creatures

Bonham State Park
Discover the wild side of Bonham State Park’ s nightlife.
Jul 12
9:00a
End Date

Home, Home on the Prairie

Caprock Canyons State Park & Trailway
Stay off my prairie, dog!
Jul 12
9:00a
End Date

Cooking on the Dance Floor

Abilene State Park
Learn to cook the old fashioned way!
Jul 12
9:15a
End Date

Guided Hike to Sunburst Shelter

Devils River State Natural Area - Dan A. Hughes Unit
Come on a guide hike to the past! Learn about the rock art at Sunburst Shelter
Jul 12
9:30a
End Date

Wildflower Walk

Lake Brownwood State Park
Join us to learn about flowers in bloom and other plants in the park!
Jul 12
2:00p
End Date

Meet The Longhorns

Copper Breaks State Park
Meet some of the official state longhorn herd!
Jul 12
2:00p
End Date

Skins & Skulls

Abilene State Park
Have you ever wondered what the fur of wild animals felt like?
Jul 12
2:30p
End Date

Reptiles with a Ranger

Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to meet some of our native reptiles!
Jul 12
3:30p
End Date

Bison History

Caprock Canyons State Park & Trailway
Journey through time...
Jul 13
9:00a
End Date

Edible & Medicinal Plant Hike

Abilene State Park
Join a ranger in a hike that will teach you about the edible and medicinal plants native to the park.
Jul 13
9:15a
End Date

Guided Hike to Sunburst Shelter

Devils River State Natural Area - Dan A. Hughes Unit
Come on a guide hike to the past! Learn about the rock art at Sunburst Shelter
Jul 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!
Jul 18
8:30a
End Date

Listen for the Birds

Caprock Canyons State Park & Trailway
Shhhhhhh do you hear that?
Jul 18
1:30p
End Date

Wilderness Survival Hike

Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to learn about the plants and other resources native people used in our area!
Jul 18
2:00p
End Date

Meet The Longhorns

Copper Breaks State Park
Meet some of the official state longhorn herd!
Jul 18
2:00p
End Date

Skulls, Tracks, Skin, & Skat

Caprock Canyons State Park & Trailway
We all leave a trace...
Jul 19
8:30a
End Date

Morning Hike with a Ranger

Caprock Canyons State Park & Trailway
Beat the heat!
Jul 19
9:15a
End Date

Guided Hike to Sunburst Shelter

Devils River State Natural Area - Dan A. Hughes Unit
Come on a guide hike to the past! Learn about the rock art at Sunburst Shelter
Jul 19
9:30a
End Date

Wildflower Walk

Lake Brownwood State Park
Join us to learn about flowers in bloom and other plants in the park!
Jul 19
10:00a
End Date

Dutch Oven 101

Bonham State Park
Join Ranger Linda to learn the ins-and-outs of cast-iron cooking.
Jul 19
1:30p
End Date

CCC Trail Hike

Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to learn about the Civilian Conservation Corps in our park!
Jul 19
2:00p
End Date

Meet The Longhorns

Copper Breaks State Park
Meet some of the official state longhorn herd!
Jul 19
2:00p
End Date

Nature Journaling

Abilene State Park
Learn to connect deeper with nature and to sharpen your perceptions!
Jul 19
6:00p
End Date

Music in the Park

Caprock Canyons State Park & Trailway
Folk music in the park
Jul 19
8:00p
End Date

Night Hike (RSVP REQUIRED)

Abilene State Park
Join a ranger for an after-hours night hike!
Jul 20
9:15a
End Date

Guided Hike to Sunburst Shelter

Devils River State Natural Area - Dan A. Hughes Unit
Come on a guide hike to the past! Learn about the rock art at Sunburst Shelter
Jul 20
10:00a
End Date

Junior Ranger Hike

Abilene State Park
An informative hike led by a ranger for youth and their parents!
Jul 24
9:30p
End Date

Astronomy with Buddy!

South Llano River State Park
Come by for a quick look at the stars!
Jul 25
8:30a
End Date

Coffee and Art

Caprock Canyons State Park & Trailway
Combining two of the best things in the world.
Jul 25
1:30p
End Date

Wilderness Survival Hike

Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to learn about the plants and other resources native people used in our area!
Jul 25
2:00p
End Date

Meet The Longhorns

Copper Breaks State Park
Meet some of the official state longhorn herd!
Jul 25
8:00p
End Date

Summer Night Sky

Bonham State Park
Night sky viewing
Jul 25
8:00p
End Date

Night Crawlers

Government Canyon State Natural Area
Glow-in-the-dark scorpions, mysterious moths, and more...this night walk is just for invertebrate enthusiasts.
Jul 26
8:30a
End Date

Colors of the Caprock

Caprock Canyons State Park & Trailway
In this special outdoor lesson, we will be inspired by the rich hues of the Caprock Canyons landscape and its breathtaking palette.
Jul 26
9:00a
End Date

Colors of the Canyon

Government Canyon State Natural Area
Create beautiful artwork that captures the colors of a summer day at Government Canyon.
Jul 26
9:15a
End Date

Guided Hike to Sunburst Shelter

Devils River State Natural Area - Dan A. Hughes Unit
Come on a guide hike to the past! Learn about the rock art at Sunburst Shelter
Jul 26
9:30a
End Date

Wildflower Walk

Lake Brownwood State Park
Join us to learn about flowers in bloom and other plants in the park!
Jul 26
2:00p
End Date

Meet The Longhorns

Copper Breaks State Park
Meet some of the official state longhorn herd!
Jul 26
2:30p
End Date

Reptiles with a Ranger

Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to meet some of our native reptiles!
Jul 26
7:30p
End Date

Nature Journaling at Sunset

Caprock Canyons State Park & Trailway
Cool off with some lemonade and nature journaling
Jul 26
7:30p
End Date

Star Walk

Copper Breaks State Park
Observe the stars and planets through a telescope at Copper Breaks.
Jul 26
8:30p
End Date

Charting the Stars

Purtis Creek State Park
Join a ranger to craft a star chart & explore the constellations!
Jul 27
9:00a
End Date

Elm Creek Nature Hike

Abilene State Park
Join a ranger in a short and informative hike along the Elm Creek Nature Trail.
Jul 27
9:15a
End Date

Guided Hike to Sunburst Shelter

Devils River State Natural Area - Dan A. Hughes Unit
Come on a guide hike to the past! Learn about the rock art at Sunburst Shelter

August 2025

Aug 1
1:30p
End Date

Wilderness Survival Hike

Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to learn about the plants and other resources native people used in our area!
Aug 1
2:00p
End Date

Meet The Longhorns

Copper Breaks State Park
Meet some of the official state longhorn herd!
Aug 2
9:00a
End Date

Shade Tree Journaling

Government Canyon State Natural Area
Slow down, find a shady spot, and deepen your experience of the natural world with mindful observations.
Aug 2
9:00a
End Date

Dutch Oven Cooking

Daingerfield State Park
Interested in learning to cook in a Dutch oven over a campfire? Daingerfield State Park is the place to be!
Aug 2
9:00a
End Date

Lake Hike

Abilene State Park
Get outside, get fit!
Aug 2
9:15a
End Date

Guided Hike to Sunburst Shelter

Devils River State Natural Area - Dan A. Hughes Unit
Come on a guide hike to the past! Learn about the rock art at Sunburst Shelter
Aug 2
9:30a
End Date

Wildflower Walk

Lake Brownwood State Park
Join us to learn about flowers in bloom and other plants in the park!
Aug 2
10:00a
End Date

Coffee with a Ranger

Bonham State Park
Do you have any questions about the park? Stop by and ask away.
Aug 2
1:30p
End Date

CCC Trail Hike

Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to learn about the Civilian Conservation Corps in our park!
Aug 2
2:00p
End Date

Meet The Longhorns

Copper Breaks State Park
Meet some of the official state longhorn herd!
Aug 2
2:00p
End Date

Geocaching 101

Abilene State Park
Learn about Geocaching with a ranger!
Aug 2
8:00p
End Date

Star Party with the San Antonio Astronomical Association

Guadalupe River State Park
Join us for stargazing and planet watching!
Aug 2
8:30p
End Date

August Inks Lake Star Party

Inks Lake State Park
Join the Austin Astronomical Society and use their equipment for some amazing stargazing!
Aug 3
9:00a
End Date

CCC History Hike

Abilene State Park
Join a ranger in a hike along our Legacy Trail and learn about the people who built the park!
Aug 3
9:15a
End Date

Guided Hike to Sunburst Shelter

Devils River State Natural Area - Dan A. Hughes Unit
Come on a guide hike to the past! Learn about the rock art at Sunburst Shelter
Aug 8
1:30p
End Date

Wilderness Survival Hike

Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to learn about the plants and other resources native people used in our area!
Aug 8
2:00p
End Date

Meet The Longhorns

Copper Breaks State Park
Meet some of the official state longhorn herd!
Aug 8
8:00p
End Date

Night Creatures

Bonham State Park
Discover the wild side of Bonham State Park’ s nightlife.
Aug 9
9:00a
End Date

Cooking on the Dance Floor

Abilene State Park
Learn to cook the old fashioned way!
Aug 9
9:15a
End Date

Guided Hike to Sunburst Shelter

Devils River State Natural Area - Dan A. Hughes Unit
Come on a guide hike to the past! Learn about the rock art at Sunburst Shelter
Aug 9
9:30a
End Date

Wildflower Walk

Lake Brownwood State Park
Join us to learn about flowers in bloom and other plants in the park!
Aug 9
10:00a
End Date

Dutch Oven Cooking 101

Lake Somerville State Park - Birch Creek Unit
Let's get cooking! Join us to get a taste of Dutch oven knowledge...and maybe even a taste of yummy Dutch oven cooking!
Aug 9
2:00p
End Date

Meet The Longhorns

Copper Breaks State Park
Meet some of the official state longhorn herd!
Aug 9
2:00p
End Date

Skins & Skulls

Abilene State Park
Have you ever wondered what the fur of wild animals felt like?
Aug 9
2:30p
End Date

Reptiles with a Ranger

Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to meet some of our native reptiles!
Aug 10
9:00a
End Date

Edible & Medicinal Plant Hike

Abilene State Park
Join a ranger in a hike that will teach you about the edible and medicinal plants native to the park.
Aug 10
9:15a
End Date

Guided Hike to Sunburst Shelter

Devils River State Natural Area - Dan A. Hughes Unit
Come on a guide hike to the past! Learn about the rock art at Sunburst Shelter
Aug 13
4:00p
End Date

Reading with a Ranger at Pioneer Memorial Library

Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
Join a ranger at the historic Pioneer Memorial Library in Fredericksburg for a nature-oriented story time!
Aug 15
1:30p
End Date

Wilderness Survival Hike

Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to learn about the plants and other resources native people used in our area!
Aug 15
2:00p
End Date

Meet The Longhorns

Copper Breaks State Park
Meet some of the official state longhorn herd!
Aug 16
9:00a
End Date

The Wonder of Texas' Native Plants

Government Canyon State Natural Area
Take a plant walk to discover the diverse native wildflowers, trees, and shrubs of Bexar County.
Aug 16
9:15a
End Date

Guided Hike to Sunburst Shelter

Devils River State Natural Area - Dan A. Hughes Unit
Come on a guide hike to the past! Learn about the rock art at Sunburst Shelter
Aug 16
9:30a
End Date

Wildflower Walk

Lake Brownwood State Park
Join us to learn about flowers in bloom and other plants in the park!
Aug 16
10:00a
End Date

Dutch Oven 101

Bonham State Park
Join Ranger Linda to learn the ins-and-outs of cast-iron cooking.
Aug 16
1:30p
End Date

CCC Trail Hike

Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to learn about the Civilian Conservation Corps in our park!
Aug 16
2:00p
End Date

Meet The Longhorns

Copper Breaks State Park
Meet some of the official state longhorn herd!
Aug 16
2:00p
End Date

Nature Journaling

Abilene State Park
Learn to connect deeper with nature and to sharpen your perceptions!
Aug 16
8:00p
End Date

Night Hike (RSVP REQUIRED)

Abilene State Park
Join a ranger for an after-hours night hike!
Aug 16
9:00p
End Date

Star Party

Dinosaur Valley State Park
Celebrate the night sky and learn from real astronomers!
Aug 17
9:15a
End Date

Guided Hike to Sunburst Shelter

Devils River State Natural Area - Dan A. Hughes Unit
Come on a guide hike to the past! Learn about the rock art at Sunburst Shelter
Aug 17
10:00a
End Date

Junior Ranger Hike

Abilene State Park
An informative hike led by a ranger for youth and their parents!
Aug 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!
Aug 22
1:30p
End Date

Wilderness Survival Hike

Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to learn about the plants and other resources native people used in our area!
Aug 22
2:00p
End Date

Meet The Longhorns

Copper Breaks State Park
Meet some of the official state longhorn herd!
Aug 22
8:00p
End Date

Summer Night Sky

Bonham State Park
Night sky viewing
Aug 23
9:15a
End Date

Guided Hike to Sunburst Shelter

Devils River State Natural Area - Dan A. Hughes Unit
Come on a guide hike to the past! Learn about the rock art at Sunburst Shelter
Aug 23
9:30a
End Date

Wildflower Walk

Lake Brownwood State Park
Join us to learn about flowers in bloom and other plants in the park!
Aug 23
2:00p
End Date

Meet The Longhorns

Copper Breaks State Park
Meet some of the official state longhorn herd!
Aug 23
2:30p
End Date

Reptiles with a Ranger

Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to meet some of our native reptiles!
Aug 23
7:30p
End Date

Star Walk

Copper Breaks State Park
Observe the stars and planets through a telescope at Copper Breaks.
Aug 23
8:00p
End Date

Charting the Stars

Purtis Creek State Park
Join a ranger to craft a star chart & explore the constellations!
Aug 23
8:00p
End Date

Let's Celebrate the Moon, Stars and Planets together!

Lake Whitney State Park
Enjoy an evening in the park viewing all you can see in the galaxy by using star maps, a laser pointer and telescopes. Retired National Park Ranger and Astronomer Larry Smith will guide you through these astronomical wonders.
Aug 24
9:00a
End Date

Elm Creek Nature Hike

Abilene State Park
Join a ranger in a short and informative hike along the Elm Creek Nature Trail.
Aug 24
9:15a
End Date

Guided Hike to Sunburst Shelter

Devils River State Natural Area - Dan A. Hughes Unit
Come on a guide hike to the past! Learn about the rock art at Sunburst Shelter
Aug 29
1:30p
End Date

Wilderness Survival Hike

Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to learn about the plants and other resources native people used in our area!
Aug 29
2:00p
End Date

Meet The Longhorns

Copper Breaks State Park
Meet some of the official state longhorn herd!
Aug 30
9:15a
End Date

Guided Hike to Sunburst Shelter

Devils River State Natural Area - Dan A. Hughes Unit
Come on a guide hike to the past! Learn about the rock art at Sunburst Shelter
Aug 30
9:30a
End Date

Wildflower Walk

Lake Brownwood State Park
Join us to learn about flowers in bloom and other plants in the park!
Aug 30
1:30p
End Date

CCC Trail Hike

Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to learn about the Civilian Conservation Corps in our park!
Aug 30
2:00p
End Date

Meet The Longhorns

Copper Breaks State Park
Meet some of the official state longhorn herd!
Aug 31
9:15a
End Date

Guided Hike to Sunburst Shelter

Devils River State Natural Area - Dan A. Hughes Unit
Come on a guide hike to the past! Learn about the rock art at Sunburst Shelter

September 2025

Sep 5
8:00a
End Date

Birding Hike

Brazos Bend State Park
Brazos Bend State Park is home to over 300 species of birds making it the perfect place to bird-watch all year round!
Sep 5
1:30p
End Date

Wilderness Survival Hike

Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to learn about the plants and other resources native people used in our area!
Sep 5
2:00p
End Date

Meet The Longhorns

Copper Breaks State Park
Meet some of the official state longhorn herd!
Sep 6
9:00a
End Date

Dutch Oven Cooking

Daingerfield State Park
Interested in learning to cook in a Dutch oven over a campfire? Daingerfield State Park is the place to be!
Sep 6
9:00a
End Date

Lake Hike

Abilene State Park
Get outside, get fit!
Sep 6
9:30a
End Date

Wildflower Walk

Lake Brownwood State Park
Join us to learn about flowers in bloom and other plants in the park!
Sep 6
9:30a
End Date

Junior Ranger Academy

Government Canyon State Natural Area
Explore the trails at Government Canyon with a ranger and earn your Junior Ranger badge.
Sep 6
10:00a
End Date

Coffee with a Ranger

Bonham State Park
Do you have any questions about the park? Stop by and ask away.
Sep 6
2:00p
End Date

Meet The Longhorns

Copper Breaks State Park
Meet some of the official state longhorn herd!
Sep 6
2:00p
End Date

Geocaching 101

Abilene State Park
Learn about Geocaching with a ranger!
Sep 6
2:30p
End Date

Reptiles with a Ranger

Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to meet some of our native reptiles!
Sep 6
8:00p
End Date

Star Party with the San Antonio Astronomical Association

Guadalupe River State Park
Join us for stargazing and planet watching!
Sep 7
9:00a
End Date

CCC History Hike

Abilene State Park
Join a ranger in a hike along our Legacy Trail and learn about the people who built the park!
Sep 10
4:00p
End Date

Reading with a Ranger at Pioneer Memorial Library

Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
Join a ranger at the historic Pioneer Memorial Library in Fredericksburg for a nature-oriented story time!
Sep 12
1:30p
End Date

Wilderness Survival Hike

Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to learn about the plants and other resources native people used in our area!
Sep 12
2:00p
End Date

Meet The Longhorns

Copper Breaks State Park
Meet some of the official state longhorn herd!
Sep 13
9:00a
End Date

Cooking on the Dance Floor

Abilene State Park
Learn to cook the old fashioned way!
Sep 13
9:30a
End Date

Wildflower Walk

Lake Brownwood State Park
Join us to learn about flowers in bloom and other plants in the park!
Sep 13
1:30p
End Date

CCC Trail Hike

Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to learn about the Civilian Conservation Corps in our park!
Sep 13
2:00p
End Date

Meet The Longhorns

Copper Breaks State Park
Meet some of the official state longhorn herd!
Sep 13
2:00p
End Date

Skins & Skulls

Abilene State Park
Have you ever wondered what the fur of wild animals felt like?
Sep 13
8:00p
End Date

Let's Celebrate the Moon, Stars and Planets together!

Lake Whitney State Park
Enjoy an evening in the park viewing all you can see in the galaxy by using star maps, a laser pointer and telescopes. Retired National Park Ranger and Astronomer Larry Smith will guide you through these astronomical wonders.
Sep 14
9:00a
End Date

Edible & Medicinal Plant Hike

Abilene State Park
Join a ranger in a hike that will teach you about the edible and medicinal plants native to the park.
Sep 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!
Sep 19
1:30p
End Date

Wilderness Survival Hike

Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to learn about the plants and other resources native people used in our area!
Sep 19
2:00p
End Date

Meet The Longhorns

Copper Breaks State Park
Meet some of the official state longhorn herd!
Sep 20
9:00a
End Date

Name That Tune: Birdsong Edition

Government Canyon State Natural Area
Most avid birders eventually add sound identification to the tool set they use in identifying birds. But bird songs convey more information than just the identity of the singer.
Sep 20
9:00a
End Date

Veteran Suicide Awareness Ruck Hike

Abilene State Park
Hike for veteran mental health awareness.
Sep 20
9:30a
End Date

Wildflower Walk

Lake Brownwood State Park
Join us to learn about flowers in bloom and other plants in the park!
Sep 20
10:00a
End Date

Dutch Oven 101

Bonham State Park
Join Ranger Linda to learn the ins-and-outs of cast-iron cooking.
Sep 20
2:00p
End Date

Meet The Longhorns

Copper Breaks State Park
Meet some of the official state longhorn herd!
Sep 20
2:00p
End Date

Nature Journaling

Abilene State Park
Learn to connect deeper with nature and to sharpen your perceptions!
Sep 20
2:30p
End Date

Reptiles with a Ranger

Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to meet some of our native reptiles!
Sep 20
7:30p
End Date

Star Walk

Copper Breaks State Park
Observe the stars and planets through a telescope at Copper Breaks.
Sep 20
8:00p
End Date

Night Hike (RSVP REQUIRED)

Abilene State Park
Join a ranger for an after-hours night hike!
Sep 20
8:00p
End Date

Star Party

Dinosaur Valley State Park
Celebrate the night sky and learn from real astronomers!
Sep 20
8:45p
End Date

Star Party

Caprock Canyons State Park & Trailway
The Star Party is almost here and we're excited to see you under the night sky!
Sep 21
10:00a
End Date

Junior Ranger Hike

Abilene State Park
An informative hike led by a ranger for youth and their parents!
Sep 26
1:30p
End Date

Wilderness Survival Hike

Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to learn about the plants and other resources native people used in our area!
Sep 26
2:00p
End Date

Meet The Longhorns

Copper Breaks State Park
Meet some of the official state longhorn herd!
Sep 26
8:00p
End Date

Summer Night Sky

Bonham State Park
Night sky viewing
Sep 27
8:30a
End Date

Birding for Beginners

Government Canyon State Natural Area
Was that a kinglet, or a kingbird? Learn how you can add birding to your outdoor skills set.
Sep 27
9:30a
End Date

Wildflower Walk

Lake Brownwood State Park
Join us to learn about flowers in bloom and other plants in the park!
Sep 27
1:30p
End Date

CCC Trail Hike

Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to learn about the Civilian Conservation Corps in our park!
Sep 27
2:00p
End Date

Meet The Longhorns

Copper Breaks State Park
Meet some of the official state longhorn herd!
Sep 27
7:30p
End Date

September Inks Lake Star Party

Inks Lake State Park
Join the Austin Astronomical Society and use their equipment for some amazing stargazing!
Sep 28
9:00a
End Date

Elm Creek Nature Hike

Abilene State Park
Join a ranger in a short and informative hike along the Elm Creek Nature Trail.

October 2025

Oct 3
8:00a
End Date

Birding Hike

Brazos Bend State Park
Brazos Bend State Park is home to over 300 species of birds making it the perfect place to bird-watch all year round!
Oct 3
1:30p
End Date

Wilderness Survival Hike

Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to learn about the plants and other resources native people used in our area!
Oct 3
2:00p
End Date

Meet The Longhorns

Copper Breaks State Park
Meet some of the official state longhorn herd!
Oct 4
9:00a
End Date

Dutch Oven Cooking

Daingerfield State Park
Interested in learning to cook in a Dutch oven over a campfire? Daingerfield State Park is the place to be!
Oct 4
9:00a
End Date

Lake Hike

Abilene State Park
Get outside, get fit!
Oct 4
9:30a
End Date

Wildflower Walk

Lake Brownwood State Park
Join us to learn about flowers in bloom and other plants in the park!
Oct 4
10:00a
End Date

Coffee with a Ranger

Bonham State Park
Do you have any questions about the park? Stop by and ask away.
Oct 4
2:00p
End Date

Meet The Longhorns

Copper Breaks State Park
Meet some of the official state longhorn herd!
Oct 4
2:00p
End Date

Geocaching 101

Abilene State Park
Learn about Geocaching with a ranger!
Oct 4
2:30p
End Date

Reptiles with a Ranger

Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to meet some of our native reptiles!
Oct 4
8:00p
End Date

Star Party with the San Antonio Astronomical Association

Guadalupe River State Park
Join us for stargazing and planet watching!
Oct 5
8:00a
End Date

Birding Hike

Brazos Bend State Park
Brazos Bend State Park is home to over 300 species of birds making it the perfect place to bird-watch all year round!
Oct 5
9:00a
End Date

CCC History Hike

Abilene State Park
Join a ranger in a hike along our Legacy Trail and learn about the people who built the park!
Oct 8
4:00p
End Date

Reading with a Ranger at Pioneer Memorial Library

Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
Join a ranger at the historic Pioneer Memorial Library in Fredericksburg for a nature-oriented story time!
Oct 10
1:30p
End Date

Wilderness Survival Hike

Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to learn about the plants and other resources native people used in our area!
Oct 10
2:00p
End Date

Meet The Longhorns

Copper Breaks State Park
Meet some of the official state longhorn herd!
Oct 11
9:00a
End Date

Cooking on the Dance Floor

Abilene State Park
Learn to cook the old fashioned way!
Oct 11
10:00a
End Date

50 Years Through the Ages

Galveston Island State Park
Step Back in Time and Celebrate 50 Years of Galveston Island State Park! 🎉
Oct 11
1:30p
End Date

CCC Trail Hike

Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to learn about the Civilian Conservation Corps in our park!
Oct 11
2:00p
End Date

Meet The Longhorns

Copper Breaks State Park
Meet some of the official state longhorn herd!
Oct 11
2:00p
End Date

Skins & Skulls

Abilene State Park
Have you ever wondered what the fur of wild animals felt like?
Oct 12
9:00a
End Date

Edible & Medicinal Plant Hike

Abilene State Park
Join a ranger in a hike that will teach you about the edible and medicinal plants native to the park.
Oct 15
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!
Oct 17
1:30p
End Date

Wilderness Survival Hike

Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to learn about the plants and other resources native people used in our area!
Oct 17
2:00p
End Date

Meet The Longhorns

Copper Breaks State Park
Meet some of the official state longhorn herd!
Oct 18
9:00a
End Date

The Wonder of Texas' Native Plants

Government Canyon State Natural Area
Take a plant walk to discover the diverse native wildflowers, trees, and shrubs of Bexar County.
Oct 18
10:00a
End Date

Dutch Oven 101

Bonham State Park
Join Ranger Linda to learn the ins-and-outs of cast-iron cooking.
Oct 18
2:00p
End Date

Meet The Longhorns

Copper Breaks State Park
Meet some of the official state longhorn herd!
Oct 18
2:00p
End Date

Nature Journaling

Abilene State Park
Learn to connect deeper with nature and to sharpen your perceptions!
Oct 18
2:30p
End Date

Reptiles with a Ranger

Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to meet some of our native reptiles!
Oct 18
7:30p
End Date

Star Walk

Copper Breaks State Park
Observe the stars and planets through a telescope at Copper Breaks.
Oct 18
8:00p
End Date

Night Hike (RSVP REQUIRED)

Abilene State Park
Join a ranger for an after-hours night hike!
Oct 18
8:00p
End Date

Star Party

Dinosaur Valley State Park
Celebrate the night sky and learn from real astronomers!
Oct 19
10:00a
End Date

Junior Ranger Hike

Abilene State Park
An informative hike led by a ranger for youth and their parents!
Oct 24
1:30p
End Date

Wilderness Survival Hike

Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to learn about the plants and other resources native people used in our area!
Oct 24
2:00p
End Date

Meet The Longhorns

Copper Breaks State Park
Meet some of the official state longhorn herd!
Oct 25
1:30p
End Date

CCC Trail Hike

Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to learn about the Civilian Conservation Corps in our park!
Oct 25
2:00p
End Date

Meet The Longhorns

Copper Breaks State Park
Meet some of the official state longhorn herd!
Oct 25
5:00p
End Date

Spooky Stories with a Ranger

Tyler State Park
Come prepared for a scare!
Oct 25
5:30p
End Date

Costume Contest!

Tyler State Park
Put your creativity to the test!
Oct 25
6:00p
End Date

Parktober Trick or Treat

Tyler State Park
Trick or Treat through the park!
Oct 25
6:00p
End Date

Halloween in the Park

Abilene State Park
Safe trick-or-treating in the park.
Oct 25
8:00p
End Date

Let's Celebrate the Moon, Stars and Planets together!

Lake Whitney State Park
Enjoy an evening in the park viewing all you can see in the galaxy by using star maps, a laser pointer and telescopes. Retired National Park Ranger and Astronomer Larry Smith will guide you through these astronomical wonders.
Oct 26
9:00a
End Date

Elm Creek Nature Hike

Abilene State Park
Join a ranger in a short and informative hike along the Elm Creek Nature Trail.
Oct 31
1:30p
End Date

Wilderness Survival Hike

Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to learn about the plants and other resources native people used in our area!
Oct 31
2:00p
End Date

Meet The Longhorns

Copper Breaks State Park
Meet some of the official state longhorn herd!

November 2025

Nov 1
9:00a
End Date

Dutch Oven Cooking

Daingerfield State Park
Interested in learning to cook in a Dutch oven over a campfire? Daingerfield State Park is the place to be!
Nov 1
9:00a
End Date

Lake Hike

Abilene State Park
Get outside, get fit!
Nov 1
10:00a
End Date

Coffee with a Ranger

Bonham State Park
Do you have any questions about the park? Stop by and ask away.
Nov 1
2:00p
End Date

Meet The Longhorns

Copper Breaks State Park
Meet some of the official state longhorn herd!
Nov 1
2:00p
End Date

Geocaching 101

Abilene State Park
Learn about Geocaching with a ranger!
Nov 1
2:30p
End Date

Reptiles with a Ranger

Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to meet some of our native reptiles!
Nov 1
6:30p
End Date

November Inks Lake Star Party

Inks Lake State Park
Join the Austin Astronomical Society and use their equipment for some amazing stargazing!
Nov 1
8:00p
End Date

Star Party with the San Antonio Astronomical Association

Guadalupe River State Park
Join us for stargazing and planet watching!
Nov 2
8:00a
End Date

Birding Hike

Brazos Bend State Park
Brazos Bend State Park is home to over 300 species of birds making it the perfect place to bird-watch all year round!
Nov 2
9:00a
End Date

CCC History Hike

Abilene State Park
Join a ranger in a hike along our Legacy Trail and learn about the people who built the park!
Nov 7
8:00a
End Date

Birding Hike

Brazos Bend State Park
Brazos Bend State Park is home to over 300 species of birds making it the perfect place to bird-watch all year round!
Nov 7
1:30p
End Date

Wilderness Survival Hike

Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to learn about the plants and other resources native people used in our area!
Nov 7
2:00p
End Date

Meet The Longhorns

Copper Breaks State Park
Meet some of the official state longhorn herd!
Nov 8
9:00a
End Date

Cooking on the Dance Floor

Abilene State Park
Learn to cook the old fashioned way!
Nov 8
10:00a
End Date

Frontier Day

Abilene State Park
Immerse yourself in the wild history of the Texas frontier for a day.
Nov 8
1:30p
End Date

CCC Trail Hike

Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to learn about the Civilian Conservation Corps in our park!
Nov 8
2:00p
End Date

Meet The Longhorns

Copper Breaks State Park
Meet some of the official state longhorn herd!
Nov 8
2:00p
End Date

Skins & Skulls

Abilene State Park
Have you ever wondered what the fur of wild animals felt like?
Nov 9
9:00a
End Date

Edible & Medicinal Plant Hike

Abilene State Park
Join a ranger in a hike that will teach you about the edible and medicinal plants native to the park.
Nov 12
4:00p
End Date

Reading with a Ranger at Pioneer Memorial Library

Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
Join a ranger at the historic Pioneer Memorial Library in Fredericksburg for a nature-oriented story time!
Nov 14
1:30p
End Date

Wilderness Survival Hike

Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to learn about the plants and other resources native people used in our area!
Nov 14
2:00p
End Date

Meet The Longhorns

Copper Breaks State Park
Meet some of the official state longhorn herd!
Nov 15
9:00a
End Date

Living History Day

Fort Richardson State Park & Historic Site / Lost Creek Reservoir State Trailway
History comes to life at Fort Richardson!
Nov 15
10:00a
End Date

Dutch Oven 101

Bonham State Park
Join Ranger Linda to learn the ins-and-outs of cast-iron cooking.
Nov 15
2:00p
End Date

Meet The Longhorns

Copper Breaks State Park
Meet some of the official state longhorn herd!
Nov 15
2:00p
End Date

Nature Journaling

Abilene State Park
Learn to connect deeper with nature and to sharpen your perceptions!
Nov 15
2:30p
End Date

Reptiles with a Ranger

Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to meet some of our native reptiles!
Nov 15
7:00p
End Date

Let's Stargaze in the Park

Lake Whitney State Park
Enjoy an evening in the park as you explore the galaxy by star maps, laser pointers and telescope. Retired national park ranger/astronomer Larry Smith will guide you through the planets, moon and stars with fascinating facts.
Nov 15
8:00p
End Date

Night Hike (RSVP REQUIRED)

Abilene State Park
Join a ranger for an after-hours night hike!
Nov 15
8:00p
End Date

Star Party

Dinosaur Valley State Park
Celebrate the night sky and learn from real astronomers!
Nov 16
10:00a
End Date

Junior Ranger Hike

Abilene State Park
An informative hike led by a ranger for youth and their parents!
Nov 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!
Nov 21
1:30p
End Date

Wilderness Survival Hike

Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to learn about the plants and other resources native people used in our area!
Nov 21
2:00p
End Date

Meet The Longhorns

Copper Breaks State Park
Meet some of the official state longhorn herd!
Nov 22
1:30p
End Date

CCC Trail Hike

Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to learn about the Civilian Conservation Corps in our park!
Nov 22
2:00p
End Date

Meet The Longhorns

Copper Breaks State Park
Meet some of the official state longhorn herd!
Nov 22
7:30p
End Date

Star Walk

Copper Breaks State Park
Observe the stars and planets through a telescope at Copper Breaks.
Nov 23
9:00a
End Date

Elm Creek Nature Hike

Abilene State Park
Join a ranger in a short and informative hike along the Elm Creek Nature Trail.
Nov 28 End Date

Opt Outside Day at Guadalupe River State Park

Guadalupe River State Park
Skip the stores and #OptOutside with us!
Nov 28
1:30p
End Date

Wilderness Survival Hike

Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to learn about the plants and other resources native people used in our area!
Nov 28
2:00p
End Date

Meet The Longhorns

Copper Breaks State Park
Meet some of the official state longhorn herd!
Nov 29
2:00p
End Date

Meet The Longhorns

Copper Breaks State Park
Meet some of the official state longhorn herd!
Nov 29
2:30p
End Date

Reptiles with a Ranger

Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to meet some of our native reptiles!

December 2025

Dec 5
8:00a
End Date

Birding Hike

Brazos Bend State Park
Brazos Bend State Park is home to over 300 species of birds making it the perfect place to bird-watch all year round!
Dec 5
1:30p
End Date

Wilderness Survival Hike

Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to learn about the plants and other resources native people used in our area!
Dec 5
2:00p
End Date

Meet The Longhorns

Copper Breaks State Park
Meet some of the official state longhorn herd!
Dec 6
9:00a
End Date

Dutch Oven Cooking

Daingerfield State Park
Interested in learning to cook in a Dutch oven over a campfire? Daingerfield State Park is the place to be!
Dec 6
9:00a
End Date

Lake Hike

Abilene State Park
Get outside, get fit!
Dec 6
1:30p
End Date

CCC Trail Hike

Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to learn about the Civilian Conservation Corps in our park!
Dec 6
2:00p
End Date

Meet The Longhorns

Copper Breaks State Park
Meet some of the official state longhorn herd!
Dec 6
2:00p
End Date

Geocaching 101

Abilene State Park
Learn about Geocaching with a ranger!
Dec 7
9:00a
End Date

CCC History Hike

Abilene State Park
Join a ranger in a hike along our Legacy Trail and learn about the people who built the park!
Dec 10
4:00p
End Date

Reading with a Ranger at Pioneer Memorial Library

Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
Join a ranger at the historic Pioneer Memorial Library in Fredericksburg for a nature-oriented story time!
Dec 12
1:30p
End Date

Wilderness Survival Hike

Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to learn about the plants and other resources native people used in our area!
Dec 12
2:00p
End Date

Meet The Longhorns

Copper Breaks State Park
Meet some of the official state longhorn herd!
Dec 13
9:00a
End Date

Cooking on the Dance Floor

Abilene State Park
Learn to cook the old fashioned way!
Dec 13
2:00p
End Date

Meet The Longhorns

Copper Breaks State Park
Meet some of the official state longhorn herd!
Dec 13
2:00p
End Date

Skins & Skulls

Abilene State Park
Have you ever wondered what the fur of wild animals felt like?
Dec 13
2:30p
End Date

Reptiles with a Ranger

Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to meet some of our native reptiles!
Dec 13
6:00p
End Date

Fa La La in the Forest

Abilene State Park
See the dazzling Christmas lights at Abilene State Park!
Dec 14
9:00a
End Date

Edible & Medicinal Plant Hike

Abilene State Park
Join a ranger in a hike that will teach you about the edible and medicinal plants native to the park.
Dec 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!
Dec 19
1:30p
End Date

Wilderness Survival Hike

Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to learn about the plants and other resources native people used in our area!
Dec 19
2:00p
End Date

Meet The Longhorns

Copper Breaks State Park
Meet some of the official state longhorn herd!
Dec 20
9:00a
End Date

The Wonder of Texas' Native Plants

Government Canyon State Natural Area
Take a plant walk to discover the diverse native wildflowers, trees, and shrubs of Bexar County.
Dec 20
1:30p
End Date

CCC Trail Hike

Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to learn about the Civilian Conservation Corps in our park!
Dec 20
2:00p
End Date

Meet The Longhorns

Copper Breaks State Park
Meet some of the official state longhorn herd!
Dec 20
2:00p
End Date

Nature Journaling

Abilene State Park
Learn to connect deeper with nature and to sharpen your perceptions!
Dec 20
8:00p
End Date

Night Hike (RSVP REQUIRED)

Abilene State Park
Join a ranger for an after-hours night hike!
Dec 20
8:00p
End Date

Star Party

Dinosaur Valley State Park
Celebrate the night sky and learn from real astronomers!
Dec 21
10:00a
End Date

Junior Ranger Hike

Abilene State Park
An informative hike led by a ranger for youth and their parents!
Dec 26
1:30p
End Date

Wilderness Survival Hike

Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to learn about the plants and other resources native people used in our area!
Dec 26
2:00p
End Date

Meet The Longhorns

Copper Breaks State Park
Meet some of the official state longhorn herd!
Dec 27
2:00p
End Date

Meet The Longhorns

Copper Breaks State Park
Meet some of the official state longhorn herd!
Dec 27
2:30p
End Date

Reptiles with a Ranger

Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to meet some of our native reptiles!
Dec 28
9:00a
End Date

Elm Creek Nature Hike

Abilene State Park
Join a ranger in a short and informative hike along the Elm Creek Nature Trail.
Dec 31
9:30p
End Date

Black Light Hike & Scavenger Hunt at Midnight!

Fort Parker State Park
Take a New Year’s hike at midnight with a Fort Parker State Park ranger! Visit the 1/2-mile Bur Oak Nature Trail and see what you might with an awesome black light! Continue the New Year's fun with a "Riddle-Me-This" scavenger hunt by moonlight. Can you answer the riddles to ring in the New Year?

January 2026

Jan 2
2:00p
End Date

Meet The Longhorns

Copper Breaks State Park
Meet some of the official state longhorn herd!
Jan 3
1:30p
End Date

CCC Trail Hike

Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to learn about the Civilian Conservation Corps in our park!
Jan 3
2:00p
End Date

Meet The Longhorns

Copper Breaks State Park
Meet some of the official state longhorn herd!
Jan 3
2:00p
End Date

Geocaching 101

Abilene State Park
Learn about Geocaching with a ranger!
Jan 4
9:00a
End Date

CCC History Hike

Abilene State Park
Join a ranger in a hike along our Legacy Trail and learn about the people who built the park!
Jan 9
2:00p
End Date

Meet The Longhorns

Copper Breaks State Park
Meet some of the official state longhorn herd!
Jan 10
2:00p
End Date

Meet The Longhorns

Copper Breaks State Park
Meet some of the official state longhorn herd!
Jan 10
2:00p
End Date

Skins & Skulls

Abilene State Park
Have you ever wondered what the fur of wild animals felt like?
Jan 10
2:30p
End Date

Reptiles with a Ranger

Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to meet some of our native reptiles!
Jan 11
9:00a
End Date

Edible & Medicinal Plant Hike

Abilene State Park
Join a ranger in a hike that will teach you about the edible and medicinal plants native to the park.
Jan 14
4:00p
End Date

Reading with a Ranger at Pioneer Memorial Library

Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
Join a ranger at the historic Pioneer Memorial Library in Fredericksburg for a nature-oriented story time!
Jan 16
2:00p
End Date

Meet The Longhorns

Copper Breaks State Park
Meet some of the official state longhorn herd!
Jan 17
1:30p
End Date

CCC Trail Hike

Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to learn about the Civilian Conservation Corps in our park!
Jan 17
2:00p
End Date

Meet The Longhorns

Copper Breaks State Park
Meet some of the official state longhorn herd!
Jan 17
2:00p
End Date

Nature Journaling

Abilene State Park
Learn to connect deeper with nature and to sharpen your perceptions!
Jan 17
8:00p
End Date

Night Hike (RSVP REQUIRED)

Abilene State Park
Join a ranger for an after-hours night hike!
Jan 18
10:00a
End Date

Junior Ranger Hike

Abilene State Park
An informative hike led by a ranger for youth and their parents!
Jan 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!
Jan 23
2:00p
End Date

Meet The Longhorns

Copper Breaks State Park
Meet some of the official state longhorn herd!
Jan 24
8:30a
End Date

Kid Fish

Fort Parker State Park
Fish for rainbow trout at Lake Springfield!
Jan 24
2:00p
End Date

Meet The Longhorns

Copper Breaks State Park
Meet some of the official state longhorn herd!
Jan 24
2:30p
End Date

Reptiles with a Ranger

Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to meet some of our native reptiles!
Jan 25
9:00a
End Date

Elm Creek Nature Hike

Abilene State Park
Join a ranger in a short and informative hike along the Elm Creek Nature Trail.
Jan 30
2:00p
End Date

Meet The Longhorns

Copper Breaks State Park
Meet some of the official state longhorn herd!
Jan 31
1:30p
End Date

CCC Trail Hike

Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to learn about the Civilian Conservation Corps in our park!
Jan 31
2:00p
End Date

Meet The Longhorns

Copper Breaks State Park
Meet some of the official state longhorn herd!

February 2026

Feb 1
9:00a
End Date

CCC History Hike

Abilene State Park
Join a ranger in a hike along our Legacy Trail and learn about the people who built the park!
Feb 6
2:00p
End Date

Meet The Longhorns

Copper Breaks State Park
Meet some of the official state longhorn herd!
Feb 7
2:00p
End Date

Meet The Longhorns

Copper Breaks State Park
Meet some of the official state longhorn herd!
Feb 7
2:00p
End Date

Geocaching 101

Abilene State Park
Learn about Geocaching with a ranger!
Feb 7
2:30p
End Date

Reptiles with a Ranger

Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to meet some of our native reptiles!
Feb 8
9:00a
End Date

Edible & Medicinal Plant Hike

Abilene State Park
Join a ranger in a hike that will teach you about the edible and medicinal plants native to the park.
Feb 11
4:00p
End Date

Reading with a Ranger at Pioneer Memorial Library

Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
Join a ranger at the historic Pioneer Memorial Library in Fredericksburg for a nature-oriented story time!
Feb 13
2:00p
End Date

Meet The Longhorns

Copper Breaks State Park
Meet some of the official state longhorn herd!
Feb 14
2:00p
End Date

Meet The Longhorns

Copper Breaks State Park
Meet some of the official state longhorn herd!
Feb 14
2:00p
End Date

Skins & Skulls

Abilene State Park
Have you ever wondered what the fur of wild animals felt like?
Feb 15
10:00a
End Date

Junior Ranger Hike

Abilene State Park
An informative hike led by a ranger for youth and their parents!
Feb 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!
Feb 20
2:00p
End Date

Meet The Longhorns

Copper Breaks State Park
Meet some of the official state longhorn herd!
Feb 21
2:00p
End Date

Meet The Longhorns

Copper Breaks State Park
Meet some of the official state longhorn herd!
Feb 21
2:00p
End Date

Nature Journaling

Abilene State Park
Learn to connect deeper with nature and to sharpen your perceptions!
Feb 21
2:30p
End Date

Reptiles with a Ranger

Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to meet some of our native reptiles!
Feb 21
8:00p
End Date

Night Hike (RSVP REQUIRED)

Abilene State Park
Join a ranger for an after-hours night hike!
Feb 22
9:00a
End Date

Elm Creek Nature Hike

Abilene State Park
Join a ranger in a short and informative hike along the Elm Creek Nature Trail.
Feb 27
2:00p
End Date

Meet The Longhorns

Copper Breaks State Park
Meet some of the official state longhorn herd!
Feb 28
2:00p
End Date

Meet The Longhorns

Copper Breaks State Park
Meet some of the official state longhorn herd!

March 2026

Mar 1
9:00a
End Date

CCC History Hike

Abilene State Park
Join a ranger in a hike along our Legacy Trail and learn about the people who built the park!
Mar 6
2:00p
End Date

Meet The Longhorns

Copper Breaks State Park
Meet some of the official state longhorn herd!
Mar 7
2:00p
End Date

Meet The Longhorns

Copper Breaks State Park
Meet some of the official state longhorn herd!
Mar 7
2:00p
End Date

Geocaching 101

Abilene State Park
Learn about Geocaching with a ranger!
Mar 7
2:30p
End Date

Reptiles with a Ranger

Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to meet some of our native reptiles!
Mar 8
9:00a
End Date

Edible & Medicinal Plant Hike

Abilene State Park
Join a ranger in a hike that will teach you about the edible and medicinal plants native to the park.
Mar 11
4:00p
End Date

Reading with a Ranger at Pioneer Memorial Library

Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
Join a ranger at the historic Pioneer Memorial Library in Fredericksburg for a nature-oriented story time!
Mar 13
2:00p
End Date

Meet The Longhorns

Copper Breaks State Park
Meet some of the official state longhorn herd!
Mar 14
2:00p
End Date

Meet The Longhorns

Copper Breaks State Park
Meet some of the official state longhorn herd!
Mar 14
2:00p
End Date

Skins & Skulls

Abilene State Park
Have you ever wondered what the fur of wild animals felt like?
Mar 15
10:00a
End Date

Junior Ranger Hike

Abilene State Park
An informative hike led by a ranger for youth and their parents!
Mar 20
2:00p
End Date

Meet The Longhorns

Copper Breaks State Park
Meet some of the official state longhorn herd!
Mar 21
2:00p
End Date

Meet The Longhorns

Copper Breaks State Park
Meet some of the official state longhorn herd!
Mar 21
2:00p
End Date

Nature Journaling

Abilene State Park
Learn to connect deeper with nature and to sharpen your perceptions!
Mar 21
2:30p
End Date

Reptiles with a Ranger

Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to meet some of our native reptiles!
Mar 21
8:00p
End Date

Night Hike (RSVP REQUIRED)

Abilene State Park
Join a ranger for an after-hours night hike!
Mar 22
9:00a
End Date

Elm Creek Nature Hike

Abilene State Park
Join a ranger in a short and informative hike along the Elm Creek Nature Trail.
Mar 27
2:00p
End Date

Meet The Longhorns

Copper Breaks State Park
Meet some of the official state longhorn herd!
Mar 28
2:00p
End Date

Meet The Longhorns

Copper Breaks State Park
Meet some of the official state longhorn herd!

April 2026

Apr 3
2:00p
End Date

Meet The Longhorns

Copper Breaks State Park
Meet some of the official state longhorn herd!
Apr 4
2:00p
End Date

Meet The Longhorns

Copper Breaks State Park
Meet some of the official state longhorn herd!
Apr 4
2:00p
End Date

Geocaching 101

Abilene State Park
Learn about Geocaching with a ranger!
Apr 4
2:30p
End Date

Reptiles with a Ranger

Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to meet some of our native reptiles!
Apr 5
9:00a
End Date

CCC History Hike

Abilene State Park
Join a ranger in a hike along our Legacy Trail and learn about the people who built the park!
Apr 8
4:00p
End Date

Reading with a Ranger at Pioneer Memorial Library

Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
Join a ranger at the historic Pioneer Memorial Library in Fredericksburg for a nature-oriented story time!
Apr 10
2:00p
End Date

Meet The Longhorns

Copper Breaks State Park
Meet some of the official state longhorn herd!
Apr 11
2:00p
End Date

Meet The Longhorns

Copper Breaks State Park
Meet some of the official state longhorn herd!
Apr 11
2:00p
End Date

Skins & Skulls

Abilene State Park
Have you ever wondered what the fur of wild animals felt like?
Apr 12
9:00a
End Date

Edible & Medicinal Plant Hike

Abilene State Park
Join a ranger in a hike that will teach you about the edible and medicinal plants native to the park.
Apr 17
2:00p
End Date

Meet The Longhorns

Copper Breaks State Park
Meet some of the official state longhorn herd!
Apr 18
2:00p
End Date

Meet The Longhorns

Copper Breaks State Park
Meet some of the official state longhorn herd!
Apr 18
2:00p
End Date

Nature Journaling

Abilene State Park
Learn to connect deeper with nature and to sharpen your perceptions!
Apr 18
2:30p
End Date

Reptiles with a Ranger

Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to meet some of our native reptiles!
Apr 18
8:00p
End Date

Night Hike (RSVP REQUIRED)

Abilene State Park
Join a ranger for an after-hours night hike!
Apr 19
10:00a
End Date

Junior Ranger Hike

Abilene State Park
An informative hike led by a ranger for youth and their parents!
Apr 24
2:00p
End Date

Meet The Longhorns

Copper Breaks State Park
Meet some of the official state longhorn herd!
Apr 25
2:00p
End Date

Meet The Longhorns

Copper Breaks State Park
Meet some of the official state longhorn herd!
Apr 26
9:00a
End Date

Elm Creek Nature Hike

Abilene State Park
Join a ranger in a short and informative hike along the Elm Creek Nature Trail.

May 2026

May 1
2:00p
End Date

Meet The Longhorns

Copper Breaks State Park
Meet some of the official state longhorn herd!
May 2
2:00p
End Date

Meet The Longhorns

Copper Breaks State Park
Meet some of the official state longhorn herd!
May 2
2:00p
End Date

Geocaching 101

Abilene State Park
Learn about Geocaching with a ranger!
May 2
2:30p
End Date

Reptiles with a Ranger

Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to meet some of our native reptiles!
May 3
9:00a
End Date

CCC History Hike

Abilene State Park
Join a ranger in a hike along our Legacy Trail and learn about the people who built the park!
May 8
2:00p
End Date

Meet The Longhorns

Copper Breaks State Park
Meet some of the official state longhorn herd!
May 9
2:00p
End Date

Meet The Longhorns

Copper Breaks State Park
Meet some of the official state longhorn herd!
May 9
2:00p
End Date

Skins & Skulls

Abilene State Park
Have you ever wondered what the fur of wild animals felt like?
May 10
9:00a
End Date

Edible & Medicinal Plant Hike

Abilene State Park
Join a ranger in a hike that will teach you about the edible and medicinal plants native to the park.
May 13
4:00p
End Date

Reading with a Ranger at Pioneer Memorial Library

Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
Join a ranger at the historic Pioneer Memorial Library in Fredericksburg for a nature-oriented story time!
May 15
2:00p
End Date

Meet The Longhorns

Copper Breaks State Park
Meet some of the official state longhorn herd!
May 16
2:00p
End Date

Meet The Longhorns

Copper Breaks State Park
Meet some of the official state longhorn herd!
May 16
2:00p
End Date

Nature Journaling

Abilene State Park
Learn to connect deeper with nature and to sharpen your perceptions!
May 16
2:30p
End Date

Reptiles with a Ranger

Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to meet some of our native reptiles!
May 16
8:00p
End Date

Night Hike (RSVP REQUIRED)

Abilene State Park
Join a ranger for an after-hours night hike!
May 17
10:00a
End Date

Junior Ranger Hike

Abilene State Park
An informative hike led by a ranger for youth and their parents!
May 22
2:00p
End Date

Meet The Longhorns

Copper Breaks State Park
Meet some of the official state longhorn herd!
May 23
2:00p
End Date

Meet The Longhorns

Copper Breaks State Park
Meet some of the official state longhorn herd!
May 24
9:00a
End Date

Elm Creek Nature Hike

Abilene State Park
Join a ranger in a short and informative hike along the Elm Creek Nature Trail.
May 29
2:00p
End Date

Meet The Longhorns

Copper Breaks State Park
Meet some of the official state longhorn herd!
May 30
2:00p
End Date

Meet The Longhorns

Copper Breaks State Park
Meet some of the official state longhorn herd!
May 30
2:30p
End Date

Reptiles with a Ranger

Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to meet some of our native reptiles!

June 2026

Jun 5
2:00p
End Date

Meet The Longhorns

Copper Breaks State Park
Meet some of the official state longhorn herd!
Jun 6
2:00p
End Date

Meet The Longhorns

Copper Breaks State Park
Meet some of the official state longhorn herd!
Jun 6
2:00p
End Date

Geocaching 101

Abilene State Park
Learn about Geocaching with a ranger!
Jun 7
9:00a
End Date

CCC History Hike

Abilene State Park
Join a ranger in a hike along our Legacy Trail and learn about the people who built the park!
Jun 10
4:00p
End Date

Reading with a Ranger at Pioneer Memorial Library

Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
Join a ranger at the historic Pioneer Memorial Library in Fredericksburg for a nature-oriented story time!
Jun 12
2:00p
End Date

Meet The Longhorns

Copper Breaks State Park
Meet some of the official state longhorn herd!
Jun 13
2:00p
End Date

Meet The Longhorns

Copper Breaks State Park
Meet some of the official state longhorn herd!
Jun 13
2:00p
End Date

Skins & Skulls

Abilene State Park
Have you ever wondered what the fur of wild animals felt like?
Jun 13
2:30p
End Date

Reptiles with a Ranger

Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to meet some of our native reptiles!
Jun 14
9:00a
End Date

Edible & Medicinal Plant Hike

Abilene State Park
Join a ranger in a hike that will teach you about the edible and medicinal plants native to the park.
Jun 19
2:00p
End Date

Meet The Longhorns

Copper Breaks State Park
Meet some of the official state longhorn herd!
Jun 20
2:00p
End Date

Meet The Longhorns

Copper Breaks State Park
Meet some of the official state longhorn herd!
Jun 20
2:00p
End Date

Nature Journaling

Abilene State Park
Learn to connect deeper with nature and to sharpen your perceptions!
Jun 20
8:00p
End Date

Night Hike (RSVP REQUIRED)

Abilene State Park
Join a ranger for an after-hours night hike!
Jun 21
10:00a
End Date

Junior Ranger Hike

Abilene State Park
An informative hike led by a ranger for youth and their parents!
Jun 26
2:00p
End Date

Meet The Longhorns

Copper Breaks State Park
Meet some of the official state longhorn herd!
Jun 27
2:00p
End Date

Meet The Longhorns

Copper Breaks State Park
Meet some of the official state longhorn herd!
Jun 27
2:30p
End Date

Reptiles with a Ranger

Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to meet some of our native reptiles!
Jun 28
9:00a
End Date

Elm Creek Nature Hike

Abilene State Park
Join a ranger in a short and informative hike along the Elm Creek Nature Trail.

July 2026

Jul 3
2:00p
End Date

Meet The Longhorns

Copper Breaks State Park
Meet some of the official state longhorn herd!
Jul 4
2:00p
End Date

Meet The Longhorns

Copper Breaks State Park
Meet some of the official state longhorn herd!
Jul 4
2:00p
End Date

Geocaching 101

Abilene State Park
Learn about Geocaching with a ranger!
Jul 5
9:00a
End Date

CCC History Hike

Abilene State Park
Join a ranger in a hike along our Legacy Trail and learn about the people who built the park!
Jul 10
2:00p
End Date

Meet The Longhorns

Copper Breaks State Park
Meet some of the official state longhorn herd!
Jul 11
2:00p
End Date

Meet The Longhorns

Copper Breaks State Park
Meet some of the official state longhorn herd!
Jul 11
2:00p
End Date

Skins & Skulls

Abilene State Park
Have you ever wondered what the fur of wild animals felt like?
Jul 11
2:30p
End Date

Reptiles with a Ranger

Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to meet some of our native reptiles!
Jul 12
9:00a
End Date

Edible & Medicinal Plant Hike

Abilene State Park
Join a ranger in a hike that will teach you about the edible and medicinal plants native to the park.
Jul 17
2:00p
End Date

Meet The Longhorns

Copper Breaks State Park
Meet some of the official state longhorn herd!
Jul 18
2:00p
End Date

Meet The Longhorns

Copper Breaks State Park
Meet some of the official state longhorn herd!
Jul 18
2:00p
End Date

Nature Journaling

Abilene State Park
Learn to connect deeper with nature and to sharpen your perceptions!
Jul 18
8:00p
End Date

Night Hike (RSVP REQUIRED)

Abilene State Park
Join a ranger for an after-hours night hike!
Jul 19
10:00a
End Date

Junior Ranger Hike

Abilene State Park
An informative hike led by a ranger for youth and their parents!
Jul 24
2:00p
End Date

Meet The Longhorns

Copper Breaks State Park
Meet some of the official state longhorn herd!
Jul 25
2:00p
End Date

Meet The Longhorns

Copper Breaks State Park
Meet some of the official state longhorn herd!
Jul 25
2:30p
End Date

Reptiles with a Ranger

Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to meet some of our native reptiles!
Jul 26
9:00a
End Date

Elm Creek Nature Hike

Abilene State Park
Join a ranger in a short and informative hike along the Elm Creek Nature Trail.
Jul 31
2:00p
End Date

Meet The Longhorns

Copper Breaks State Park
Meet some of the official state longhorn herd!

August 2026

Aug 1
2:00p
End Date

Meet The Longhorns

Copper Breaks State Park
Meet some of the official state longhorn herd!
Aug 1
2:00p
End Date

Geocaching 101

Abilene State Park
Learn about Geocaching with a ranger!
Aug 2
9:00a
End Date

CCC History Hike

Abilene State Park
Join a ranger in a hike along our Legacy Trail and learn about the people who built the park!
Aug 7
2:00p
End Date

Meet The Longhorns

Copper Breaks State Park
Meet some of the official state longhorn herd!
Aug 8
2:00p
End Date

Meet The Longhorns

Copper Breaks State Park
Meet some of the official state longhorn herd!
Aug 8
2:00p
End Date

Skins & Skulls

Abilene State Park
Have you ever wondered what the fur of wild animals felt like?
Aug 8
2:30p
End Date

Reptiles with a Ranger

Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to meet some of our native reptiles!
Aug 9
9:00a
End Date

Edible & Medicinal Plant Hike

Abilene State Park
Join a ranger in a hike that will teach you about the edible and medicinal plants native to the park.
Aug 14
2:00p
End Date

Meet The Longhorns

Copper Breaks State Park
Meet some of the official state longhorn herd!
Aug 15
2:00p
End Date

Meet The Longhorns

Copper Breaks State Park
Meet some of the official state longhorn herd!
Aug 15
2:00p
End Date

Nature Journaling

Abilene State Park
Learn to connect deeper with nature and to sharpen your perceptions!
Aug 15
8:00p
End Date

Night Hike (RSVP REQUIRED)

Abilene State Park
Join a ranger for an after-hours night hike!
Aug 16
10:00a
End Date

Junior Ranger Hike

Abilene State Park
An informative hike led by a ranger for youth and their parents!
Aug 21
2:00p
End Date

Meet The Longhorns

Copper Breaks State Park
Meet some of the official state longhorn herd!
Aug 22
2:00p
End Date

Meet The Longhorns

Copper Breaks State Park
Meet some of the official state longhorn herd!
Aug 22
2:30p
End Date

Reptiles with a Ranger

Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to meet some of our native reptiles!
Aug 23
9:00a
End Date

Elm Creek Nature Hike

Abilene State Park
Join a ranger in a short and informative hike along the Elm Creek Nature Trail.
Aug 28
2:00p
End Date

Meet The Longhorns

Copper Breaks State Park
Meet some of the official state longhorn herd!
Aug 29
2:00p
End Date

Meet The Longhorns

Copper Breaks State Park
Meet some of the official state longhorn herd!

September 2026

Sep 4
2:00p
End Date

Meet The Longhorns

Copper Breaks State Park
Meet some of the official state longhorn herd!
Sep 5
2:00p
End Date

Meet The Longhorns

Copper Breaks State Park
Meet some of the official state longhorn herd!
Sep 5
2:00p
End Date

Geocaching 101

Abilene State Park
Learn about Geocaching with a ranger!
Sep 5
2:30p
End Date

Reptiles with a Ranger

Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to meet some of our native reptiles!
Sep 6
9:00a
End Date

CCC History Hike

Abilene State Park
Join a ranger in a hike along our Legacy Trail and learn about the people who built the park!
Sep 11
2:00p
End Date

Meet The Longhorns

Copper Breaks State Park
Meet some of the official state longhorn herd!
Sep 12
2:00p
End Date

Meet The Longhorns

Copper Breaks State Park
Meet some of the official state longhorn herd!
Sep 12
2:00p
End Date

Skins & Skulls

Abilene State Park
Have you ever wondered what the fur of wild animals felt like?
Sep 13
9:00a
End Date

Edible & Medicinal Plant Hike

Abilene State Park
Join a ranger in a hike that will teach you about the edible and medicinal plants native to the park.
Sep 18
2:00p
End Date

Meet The Longhorns

Copper Breaks State Park
Meet some of the official state longhorn herd!
Sep 19
2:00p
End Date

Meet The Longhorns

Copper Breaks State Park
Meet some of the official state longhorn herd!
Sep 19
2:00p
End Date

Nature Journaling

Abilene State Park
Learn to connect deeper with nature and to sharpen your perceptions!
Sep 19
2:30p
End Date

Reptiles with a Ranger

Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to meet some of our native reptiles!
Sep 19
8:00p
End Date

Night Hike (RSVP REQUIRED)

Abilene State Park
Join a ranger for an after-hours night hike!
Sep 20
10:00a
End Date

Junior Ranger Hike

Abilene State Park
An informative hike led by a ranger for youth and their parents!
Sep 25
2:00p
End Date

Meet The Longhorns

Copper Breaks State Park
Meet some of the official state longhorn herd!
Sep 26
2:00p
End Date

Meet The Longhorns

Copper Breaks State Park
Meet some of the official state longhorn herd!

October 2026

Oct 2
2:00p
End Date

Meet The Longhorns

Copper Breaks State Park
Meet some of the official state longhorn herd!
Oct 3
2:00p
End Date

Meet The Longhorns

Copper Breaks State Park
Meet some of the official state longhorn herd!
Oct 3
2:00p
End Date

Geocaching 101

Abilene State Park
Learn about Geocaching with a ranger!
Oct 3
2:30p
End Date

Reptiles with a Ranger

Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to meet some of our native reptiles!
Oct 9
2:00p
End Date

Meet The Longhorns

Copper Breaks State Park
Meet some of the official state longhorn herd!
Oct 10
2:00p
End Date

Meet The Longhorns

Copper Breaks State Park
Meet some of the official state longhorn herd!
Oct 10
2:00p
End Date

Skins & Skulls

Abilene State Park
Have you ever wondered what the fur of wild animals felt like?
Oct 16
2:00p
End Date

Meet The Longhorns

Copper Breaks State Park
Meet some of the official state longhorn herd!
Oct 17
2:00p
End Date

Meet The Longhorns

Copper Breaks State Park
Meet some of the official state longhorn herd!
Oct 17
2:00p
End Date

Nature Journaling

Abilene State Park
Learn to connect deeper with nature and to sharpen your perceptions!
Oct 17
2:30p
End Date

Reptiles with a Ranger

Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to meet some of our native reptiles!
Oct 23
2:00p
End Date

Meet The Longhorns

Copper Breaks State Park
Meet some of the official state longhorn herd!
Oct 24
2:00p
End Date

Meet The Longhorns

Copper Breaks State Park
Meet some of the official state longhorn herd!
Oct 30
2:00p
End Date

Meet The Longhorns

Copper Breaks State Park
Meet some of the official state longhorn herd!
Oct 31
2:00p
End Date

Meet The Longhorns

Copper Breaks State Park
Meet some of the official state longhorn herd!
Oct 31
2:30p
End Date

Reptiles with a Ranger

Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to meet some of our native reptiles!

November 2026

Nov 6
2:00p
End Date

Meet The Longhorns

Copper Breaks State Park
Meet some of the official state longhorn herd!
Nov 7
2:00p
End Date

Meet The Longhorns

Copper Breaks State Park
Meet some of the official state longhorn herd!
Nov 7
2:00p
End Date

Geocaching 101

Abilene State Park
Learn about Geocaching with a ranger!
Nov 13
2:00p
End Date

Meet The Longhorns

Copper Breaks State Park
Meet some of the official state longhorn herd!
Nov 14
2:00p
End Date

Meet The Longhorns

Copper Breaks State Park
Meet some of the official state longhorn herd!
Nov 14
2:00p
End Date

Skins & Skulls

Abilene State Park
Have you ever wondered what the fur of wild animals felt like?
Nov 14
2:30p
End Date

Reptiles with a Ranger

Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to meet some of our native reptiles!
Nov 20
2:00p
End Date

Meet The Longhorns

Copper Breaks State Park
Meet some of the official state longhorn herd!
Nov 21
2:00p
End Date

Meet The Longhorns

Copper Breaks State Park
Meet some of the official state longhorn herd!
Nov 21
2:00p
End Date

Nature Journaling

Abilene State Park
Learn to connect deeper with nature and to sharpen your perceptions!
Nov 27
2:00p
End Date

Meet The Longhorns

Copper Breaks State Park
Meet some of the official state longhorn herd!
Nov 28
2:00p
End Date

Meet The Longhorns

Copper Breaks State Park
Meet some of the official state longhorn herd!
Nov 28
2:30p
End Date

Reptiles with a Ranger

Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to meet some of our native reptiles!

December 2026

Dec 4
2:00p
End Date

Meet The Longhorns

Copper Breaks State Park
Meet some of the official state longhorn herd!
Dec 5
2:00p
End Date

Meet The Longhorns

Copper Breaks State Park
Meet some of the official state longhorn herd!
Dec 5
2:00p
End Date

Geocaching 101

Abilene State Park
Learn about Geocaching with a ranger!
Dec 11
2:00p
End Date

Meet The Longhorns

Copper Breaks State Park
Meet some of the official state longhorn herd!
Dec 12
2:00p
End Date

Meet The Longhorns

Copper Breaks State Park
Meet some of the official state longhorn herd!
Dec 12
2:00p
End Date

Skins & Skulls

Abilene State Park
Have you ever wondered what the fur of wild animals felt like?
Dec 12
2:30p
End Date

Reptiles with a Ranger

Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to meet some of our native reptiles!
Dec 18
2:00p
End Date

Meet The Longhorns

Copper Breaks State Park
Meet some of the official state longhorn herd!
Dec 19
2:00p
End Date

Meet The Longhorns

Copper Breaks State Park
Meet some of the official state longhorn herd!
Dec 19
2:00p
End Date

Nature Journaling

Abilene State Park
Learn to connect deeper with nature and to sharpen your perceptions!
Dec 25
2:00p
End Date

Meet The Longhorns

Copper Breaks State Park
Meet some of the official state longhorn herd!
Dec 26
2:00p
End Date

Meet The Longhorns

Copper Breaks State Park
Meet some of the official state longhorn herd!
Dec 26
2:30p
End Date

Reptiles with a Ranger

Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to meet some of our native reptiles!
Dec 31
9:30p
End Date

Black Light Hike & Scavenger Hunt at Midnight!

Fort Parker State Park
Take a New Year’s hike at midnight with a Fort Parker State Park ranger! Visit the 1/2-mile Bur Oak Nature Trail and see what you might with an awesome black light! Continue the New Year's fun with a "Riddle-Me-This" scavenger hunt by moonlight. Can you answer the riddles to ring in the New Year?

January 2027

Jan 2
2:00p
End Date

Geocaching 101

Abilene State Park
Learn about Geocaching with a ranger!
Jan 9
2:00p
End Date

Skins & Skulls

Abilene State Park
Have you ever wondered what the fur of wild animals felt like?
Jan 9
2:30p
End Date

Reptiles with a Ranger

Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to meet some of our native reptiles!
Jan 16
2:00p
End Date

Nature Journaling

Abilene State Park
Learn to connect deeper with nature and to sharpen your perceptions!
Jan 23
8:30a
End Date

Kid Fish

Fort Parker State Park
Fish for rainbow trout at Lake Springfield!
Jan 23
2:30p
End Date

Reptiles with a Ranger

Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to meet some of our native reptiles!

February 2027

Feb 6
2:30p
End Date

Reptiles with a Ranger

Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to meet some of our native reptiles!
Feb 20
2:30p
End Date

Reptiles with a Ranger

Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to meet some of our native reptiles!

March 2027

Mar 6
2:30p
End Date

Reptiles with a Ranger

Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to meet some of our native reptiles!
Mar 20
2:30p
End Date

Reptiles with a Ranger

Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to meet some of our native reptiles!

April 2027

Apr 3
2:30p
End Date

Reptiles with a Ranger

Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to meet some of our native reptiles!
Apr 17
2:30p
End Date

Reptiles with a Ranger

Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to meet some of our native reptiles!

May 2027

May 1
2:30p
End Date

Reptiles with a Ranger

Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to meet some of our native reptiles!
May 15
2:30p
End Date

Reptiles with a Ranger

Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to meet some of our native reptiles!
May 29
2:30p
End Date

Reptiles with a Ranger

Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to meet some of our native reptiles!

June 2027

Jun 12
2:30p
End Date

Reptiles with a Ranger

Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to meet some of our native reptiles!
Jun 26
2:30p
End Date

Reptiles with a Ranger

Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to meet some of our native reptiles!

July 2027

Jul 10
2:30p
End Date

Reptiles with a Ranger

Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to meet some of our native reptiles!
Jul 24
2:30p
End Date

Reptiles with a Ranger

Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to meet some of our native reptiles!

August 2027

Aug 7
2:30p
End Date

Reptiles with a Ranger

Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to meet some of our native reptiles!
Aug 21
2:30p
End Date

Reptiles with a Ranger

Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to meet some of our native reptiles!

September 2027

Sep 4
2:30p
End Date

Reptiles with a Ranger

Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to meet some of our native reptiles!
Sep 18
2:30p
End Date

Reptiles with a Ranger

Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to meet some of our native reptiles!

October 2027

Oct 2
2:30p
End Date

Reptiles with a Ranger

Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to meet some of our native reptiles!
Oct 16
2:30p
End Date

Reptiles with a Ranger

Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to meet some of our native reptiles!
Oct 30
2:30p
End Date

Reptiles with a Ranger

Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to meet some of our native reptiles!

November 2027

Nov 13
2:30p
End Date

Reptiles with a Ranger

Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to meet some of our native reptiles!
Nov 27
2:30p
End Date

Reptiles with a Ranger

Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to meet some of our native reptiles!

December 2027

Dec 11
2:30p
End Date

Reptiles with a Ranger

Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to meet some of our native reptiles!
Dec 25
2:30p
End Date

Reptiles with a Ranger

Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to meet some of our native reptiles!
Dec 31
9:30p
End Date

Black Light Hike & Scavenger Hunt at Midnight!

Fort Parker State Park
Take a New Year’s hike at midnight with a Fort Parker State Park ranger! Visit the 1/2-mile Bur Oak Nature Trail and see what you might with an awesome black light! Continue the New Year's fun with a "Riddle-Me-This" scavenger hunt by moonlight. Can you answer the riddles to ring in the New Year?

January 2028

Jan 8
2:30p
End Date

Reptiles with a Ranger

Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to meet some of our native reptiles!
Jan 22
8:30a
End Date

Kid Fish

Fort Parker State Park
Fish for rainbow trout at Lake Springfield!
Jan 22
2:30p
End Date

Reptiles with a Ranger

Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to meet some of our native reptiles!

February 2028

Feb 5
2:30p
End Date

Reptiles with a Ranger

Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to meet some of our native reptiles!
Feb 19
2:30p
End Date

Reptiles with a Ranger

Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to meet some of our native reptiles!

March 2028

Mar 4
2:30p
End Date

Reptiles with a Ranger

Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to meet some of our native reptiles!
Mar 18
2:30p
End Date

Reptiles with a Ranger

Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to meet some of our native reptiles!

April 2028

Apr 1
2:30p
End Date

Reptiles with a Ranger

Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to meet some of our native reptiles!
Apr 15
2:30p
End Date

Reptiles with a Ranger

Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to meet some of our native reptiles!
Apr 29
2:30p
End Date

Reptiles with a Ranger

Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to meet some of our native reptiles!

May 2028

May 13
2:30p
End Date

Reptiles with a Ranger

Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to meet some of our native reptiles!
May 27
2:30p
End Date

Reptiles with a Ranger

Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to meet some of our native reptiles!

June 2028

Jun 10
2:30p
End Date

Reptiles with a Ranger

Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to meet some of our native reptiles!
Jun 24
2:30p
End Date

Reptiles with a Ranger

Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to meet some of our native reptiles!

July 2028

Jul 8
2:30p
End Date

Reptiles with a Ranger

Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to meet some of our native reptiles!
Jul 22
2:30p
End Date

Reptiles with a Ranger

Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to meet some of our native reptiles!

August 2028

Aug 5
2:30p
End Date

Reptiles with a Ranger

Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to meet some of our native reptiles!
Aug 19
2:30p
End Date

Reptiles with a Ranger

Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to meet some of our native reptiles!

September 2028

Sep 2
2:30p
End Date

Reptiles with a Ranger

Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to meet some of our native reptiles!
Sep 16
2:30p
End Date

Reptiles with a Ranger

Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to meet some of our native reptiles!
Sep 30
2:30p
End Date

Reptiles with a Ranger

Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to meet some of our native reptiles!

December 2028

Dec 31
9:30p
End Date

Black Light Hike & Scavenger Hunt at Midnight!

Fort Parker State Park
Take a New Year’s hike at midnight with a Fort Parker State Park ranger! Visit the 1/2-mile Bur Oak Nature Trail and see what you might with an awesome black light! Continue the New Year's fun with a "Riddle-Me-This" scavenger hunt by moonlight. Can you answer the riddles to ring in the New Year?

January 2029

Jan 27
8:30a
End Date

Kid Fish

Fort Parker State Park
Fish for rainbow trout at Lake Springfield!

December 2029

Dec 31
9:30p
End Date

Black Light Hike & Scavenger Hunt at Midnight!

Fort Parker State Park
Take a New Year’s hike at midnight with a Fort Parker State Park ranger! Visit the 1/2-mile Bur Oak Nature Trail and see what you might with an awesome black light! Continue the New Year's fun with a "Riddle-Me-This" scavenger hunt by moonlight. Can you answer the riddles to ring in the New Year?

January 2030

Jan 26
8:30a
End Date

Kid Fish

Fort Parker State Park
Fish for rainbow trout at Lake Springfield!