TPWD Calendar
Use the links in the left column to find events by activity, region, site and date. Links are also listed for canceled events and restricted access to sites, as well as special calendars for landowners, state parks and wildlife management areas.
South Texas Plains
December 2006 — World Birding Center - Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley SP — Bird Walk — Every Sunday. Explore the bird life of the park with a park naturalist. Green jay, plain chachalaca, great kiskadee and many other South Texas specialties are frequently seen. Bring binoculars and a field guide. 8-10 a.m.; reservations recommended (956) 584-9156. [Events at the Same Site] [Similar Activities] [More About World Birding Center - Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley SP]
December 2006 — World Birding Center - Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley SP — Butterfly Walk — Every Wednesday. Join a park naturalist and observe the vast numbers of colorful butterflies that are attracted to the gardens in the park. Many species can be seen in south Texas that occur nowhere else in the US. Bring binoculars and a field guide. 1:30-3:30 p.m.; reservations recommended (956) 584-9156. [Events at the Same Site] [Similar Activities] [More About World Birding Center - Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley SP]
December 2006 — World Birding Center - Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley SP — Creatures of the Night — Every Thursday. Join one of our naturalists as we delve into the enchanting world of nocturnal creatures. We'll search for owls, paraque, armadillos, bats and even draw in insects using our black light. 6-8 p.m.; reservations required (956) 584-9156. [Events at the Same Site] [Similar Activities] [More About World Birding Center - Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley SP]
December 2006 — World Birding Center - Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley SP — Dragonfly Walk — Every Friday. Meet some of nature's most fearsome predators that fly over the park's wetlands every day. Many dragonfly and damselfly species can be found in South Texas, which occur nowhere else in the United States. Bring binoculars and a field guide. 1:30-3:30 p.m.; reservations recommended (956) 584-9156. [Events at the Same Site] [Similar Activities] [More About World Birding Center - Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley SP]
December 2006 — World Birding Center - Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley SP — Lunch With a Naturalist — Every Thursday. Drop by the Y Cafe , buy your lunch and meet one of the professional naturalists who work at the park. Bring your questions about birds, bats, cats, snakes, butterflies, dragonflies, observing nature in the park, attracting wildlife to your yard, or the naturalist as a career path. 11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m.; reservations recommended (956) 584-9156. [Events at the Same Site] [Similar Activities] [More About World Birding Center - Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley SP]
December 2006 — World Birding Center - Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley SP — Tram Tour — Every Tuesday. Experience the park aboard our open-air tram with a naturalist as your guide. Enjoy nature in a relaxed atmosphere while your guide reveals the history of the park and its native flora and fauna. Space limited to 14 passengers. 9-11 a.m.; reservations recommended (956) 584-9156. [Events at the Same Site] [Similar Activities] [More About World Birding Center - Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley SP]
December 18–22, 2006 — Chaparral WMA — Gun Deer-Either Sex Hunt — By special drawn permit only. Standby applicants must be present by 11 a.m. on the first day of the hunt. (830) 676-3413. [Events at the Same Site] [Similar Activities] [More About Chaparral WMA] [More About WMAs]
December 22, 2006 — Government Canyon SNA — Animal Stamping — Children of all ages can use molds made from real animal paws and hooves to stamp papers that they can take home. Children under 10 need adult supervision. 11 a.m.-noon (210) 688-9055. [Events at the Same Site] [Similar Activities] [More About Government Canyon SNA]
December 22, 2006 — Government Canyon SNA — Scats and Tracks Hike — If you can't spot animals while hiking at the natural area, you will see their evidence on our trails. Enjoy a guided hike and hear staff describe the animal tracks and scats commonly found. Open to all ages; group size limited to the first 10 people; no pets please; dress appropriately; bring water, snack and sturdy hiking shoes. Noon-3 p.m; for more information, call (210) 688-9055. [Events at the Same Site] [Similar Activities] [More About Government Canyon SNA]
December 22–25, 2006 — Government Canyon SNA — Holiday Labyrinth — Both adults and children can enjoy labyrinth walks on this spiritual journey set to holiday music in the natural surroundings. Scheduled walking times 3-5 p.m. Friday and Sunday, noon-2 p.m. Saturday and Monday; entrance fees waived on Monday with hours of operation shortened to 8 a.m.-3 p.m. (210) 688-9055. [Events at the Same Site] [Similar Activities] [More About Government Canyon SNA]
December 23, 2006 — Government Canyon SNA — Holiday Hike — Be one of the first to enjoy Government Canyon's remote and rugged northeast Protected Habitat Area, which is closed seasonally for golden-cheeked warbler nesting. This is an all day hike and participants must be in good physical shape and able to hike around 12-13 miles over broken and rocky terrain with good portion of elevation gain and loss. Group size limited; dress in layers appropriate to the weather; carry at least three liters of water per person; bring snacks, lunch, sunscreen, hat and raingear; wear sturdy, well broken-in hiking shoes or boots and bring extra socks if needed. Optional items include camera, binoculars and walking sticks/poles. 8:15 a.m.; donations to the Friends of Government Canyon gratefully accepted; reservations required, (210) 688-9055 Ext. 286. [Events at the Same Site] [Similar Activities] [More About Government Canyon SNA]
December 23, 2006 — Government Canyon SNA — Make it Snow — Learn basic concepts about the water cycle, make clouds in a jar and watch while we try to make it snow! Open to all ages; children 12 and under must be accompanied by an adult. 11 a.m.-noon (210) 688-9055. [Events at the Same Site] [Similar Activities] [More About Government Canyon SNA]
December 24, 2006 — Government Canyon SNA — Holiday Hike the Canyon — Unfamiliar with the trails at Government Canyon or just want to go hiking there with other people? Join the Friends of Government Canyon Volunteers for a guided hike on one of the many trails at the natural area. Meet at the Visitors Center by the rainwater harvesting towers. Open to ages 13 and over, minors must be accompanied by an adult; group size limited to the first 10 people; no pets please; dress appropriately; bring water, snack and sturdy hiking shoes. Noon-3 p.m.; donations to Friends of Government Canyon gratefully accepted; for more information, call (210) 688-9055. [Events at the Same Site] [Similar Activities] [More About Government Canyon SNA]
December 24, 2006 — Government Canyon SNA — Make Your Own Cave Formations — Learn about natural cave processes while making your own cave formations! Open to all ages; children 12 and under must be accompanied by an adult. 11 a.m.-noon (210) 688-9055. [Events at the Same Site] [Similar Activities] [More About Government Canyon SNA]
December 25, 2006 — Government Canyon SNA — Story Time with a Park Ranger — Join "Miss Candy Cane" for winter stories and activities for the young and the young at heart. 11 a.m.-noon; entrance fees waived (210) 688-9055. [Events at the Same Site] [Similar Activities] [More About Government Canyon SNA]
December 28–31, 2006 — Chaparral WMA — Youth Only Gun Deer-Either Sex Hunt — Youth must be accompanied by adult, but only youth may hunt; no fee is charged. Permits issued by drawing; no standby permits will be available for this hunt. (830) 676-3413. [Events at the Same Site] [Similar Activities] [More About Chaparral WMA] [More About WMAs]
December 30, 2006 — Government Canyon SNA — Family Fun Hike — Enjoy an hour long hike involving kid-friendly interpretation and activities. Beginner-to-intermediate; open to all ages; group size limited to the first 10 people. Bring water, sunscreen and/or hat and wear sturdy hiking shoes. Meet at Visitor Center by the rainwater harvesting tower. No pets please. 8:30 a.m. 9:30 a.m.; subject to cancellation, call to confirm. For more information, call (210) 688-9055. [Events at the Same Site] [Similar Activities] [More About Government Canyon SNA]
January 2007 — Falcon SP — Birding and Nature Walk — Bring field glasses, water, sunscreen and comfortable shoes for this 1.5-mile hike around the park's nature trail and feeding stations with a park volunteer naturalist. 8-10:30 a.m.; held twice weekly; call for dates and sign up information (956) 848-5327. [Events at the Same Site] [Similar Activities] [More About Falcon SP]
January 2007 — World Birding Center - Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley SP — Bird Walk — Every Sunday. Explore the bird life of the park with a park naturalist. Green jay, plain chachalaca, great kiskadee and many other South Texas specialties are frequently seen. Bring binoculars and a field guide. 8-10 a.m.; reservations recommended (956) 584-9156. [Events at the Same Site] [Similar Activities] [More About World Birding Center - Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley SP]
January 2007 — World Birding Center - Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley SP — Butterfly Walk — Every Wednesday. Join a park naturalist and observe the vast numbers of colorful butterflies that are attracted to the gardens in the park. Many species can be seen in south Texas that occur nowhere else in the US. Bring binoculars and a field guide. 1:30-3:30 p.m.; reservations recommended (956) 584-9156. [Events at the Same Site] [Similar Activities] [More About World Birding Center - Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley SP]
January 2007 — World Birding Center - Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley SP — Creatures of the Night — Every Thursday. Join one of our naturalists as we delve into the enchanting world of nocturnal creatures. We'll search for owls, paraque, armadillos, bats and even draw in insects using our black light. 6-8 p.m.; reservations required (956) 584-9156. [Events at the Same Site] [Similar Activities] [More About World Birding Center - Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley SP]
January 2007 — World Birding Center - Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley SP — Dragonfly Walk — Every Friday. Meet some of nature's most fearsome predators that fly over the park's wetlands every day. Many dragonfly and damselfly species can be found in South Texas, which occur nowhere else in the United States. Bring binoculars and a field guide. 1:30-3:30 p.m.; reservations recommended (956) 584-9156. [Events at the Same Site] [Similar Activities] [More About World Birding Center - Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley SP]
January 2007 — World Birding Center - Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley SP — Lunch With a Naturalist — Every Thursday. Drop by the Y Cafe , buy your lunch and meet one of the professional naturalists who work at the park. Bring your questions about birds, bats, cats, snakes, butterflies, dragonflies, observing nature in the park, attracting wildlife to your yard, or the naturalist as a career path. 11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m.; reservations recommended (956) 584-9156. [Events at the Same Site] [Similar Activities] [More About World Birding Center - Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley SP]
January 2007 — World Birding Center - Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley SP — Tram Tour — Every Tuesday. Experience the park aboard our open-air tram with a naturalist as your guide. Enjoy nature in a relaxed atmosphere while your guide reveals the history of the park and its native flora and fauna. Space limited to 14 passengers. 9-11 a.m.; reservations recommended (956) 584-9156. [Events at the Same Site] [Similar Activities] [More About World Birding Center - Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley SP]
January 3, 2007 — World Birding Center - Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley SP — Christmas Bird Count — Join staff and volunteers as they participate in the 107th year of this nationwide tradition, tallying as many birds as possible within a 15-mile-diameter circle that includes the park. Participants, working in teams, may opt for a few hours' counting, an all-day marathon or anything in between. A potluck dinner and "countdown" wraps up the action. 7 a.m.-9 p.m.; fee $5 per participant helps the National Audubon Society analyze the results. (956) 584-9156. [Events at the Same Site] [Similar Activities] [More About World Birding Center - Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley SP] [Featured Events]
January 3–7, 8–12, 2007 — Chaparral WMA — Gun Deer-Either Sex Hunt — By special drawn permit only. Standby applicants must be present by 11 a.m. on the first day of the hunt. (830) 676-3413. [Events at the Same Site] [Similar Activities] [More About Chaparral WMA] [More About WMAs]
January 6, 2007 — Government Canyon SNA — Naturally Fit Hike — Enjoy the outdoors while getting fit with beginner-to-intermediate, 2-4-hour hikes. Open to all ages; group size limited to the first 10 people. Bring water, sunscreen or hat and wear good, protective hiking shoes. Meet at the Visitors Center by the rainwater harvesting tower. No pets please. 8:30 a.m.; subject to cancellation, call to confirm. For more information, call (210) 688-9055. [Events at the Same Site] [Similar Activities] [More About Government Canyon SNA]
January 6, 2007 — World Birding Center - Estero Llano Grande SP — Resolution Solution: New Year's in the Park — Keep your New Year's resolution and come to the park to walk, jog or ride your bike. With interesting scenery and subtropical wildlife, exercise has never been this fun. Kids will enjoy themselves as well with free arts and crafts. 10 a.m.-4 p.m. (956) 565-3919. [Events at the Same Site] [Similar Activities] [More About World Birding Center - Estero Llano Grande SP] [Featured Events]
January 13, 2007 — Goliad SP — Los Pastores - A Shephers's Play — Created when Spain came to the New World, shepherd's plays were used to teach Native Americans about Spanish culture and religion through song and dance. Come find out what it was like to be an 18th Century Native American new to the sights and sounds of Mission Espiritu Santo! The program is presented by the members of Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church, San Antonio. 2-4 p.m. (361) 645-3405. [Events at the Same Site] [Similar Activities] [More About Goliad SP] [Featured Events]
January 13, 2007 — Government Canyon SNA — Hike the Canyon — Unfamiliar with the trails at Government Canyon or just want to go hiking there with other people? Join the Friends of Government Canyon Volunteers for a guided hike on one of the many trails at the natural area. Meet at the Visitors Center by the rainwater harvesting towers. Open to ages 13 and over, minors must be accompanied by an adult; group size limited to the first 10 people; no pets please; dress appropriately; bring water, snack and sturdy hiking shoes. Noon-3 p.m.; donations to Friends of Government Canyon gratefully accepted; for more information, call (210) 688-9055. [Events at the Same Site] [Similar Activities] [More About Government Canyon SNA]
January 13, 2007 — Government Canyon SNA — Rainwater Collection — Interested in water independence? Join Kendall County's rainwater expert, John Kight, for a presentation and discussion of rainwater collection systems. Learn the basics of design, capacity and cost. Since 2002, every drop of water for drinking, cooking, bathing, cleaning and lawn irrigation at his family's home north of Boerne comes from the clouds, with no backup water supply. Group size limited to 18; not suitable for children. Held indoors 9-11 a.m.; donations to the Friends of Government Canyon will be gratefully accepted and help make these and other programs possible; reservations required and may be made beginning at noon January 1, 2007. Please include your name, e-mail address and telephone number for each reservation and e-mail to educcmte@hotmail.com. (210) 688-9055 Ext. 292. [Events at the Same Site] [Similar Activities] [More About Government Canyon SNA]
January 20, 2007 — Government Canyon SNA — Explore the Canyon — Interested in the flora, fauna, natural and cultural history of Government Canyon? Willing to court a little mystery? This walk may be for you. Meet at the Visitors Center by the rainwater harvesting tower. Open to all ages; group size limited to the first 10 people. No pets please. Dress appropriately; bring water, snack and sturdy hiking shoes. 8:30 a.m.-till; donations to the Friends of Government Canyon accepted; subject to cancellation, call to confirm. For more information, call (210) 688-9055. [Events at the Same Site] [Similar Activities] [More About Government Canyon SNA]
January 26–28, 2007 — Chaparral WMA — Quail Only Hunt — Daily fee of $15 waived with Annual Public Hunt Permit; no fee for youth under age 17 (830) 676-3413. [Events at the Same Site] [Similar Activities] [More About Chaparral WMA] [More About WMAs]
January 27, 2007 — Government Canyon SNA — Family Fun Hike — Enjoy an hour long hike involving kid-friendly interpretation and activities. Beginner-to-intermediate; open to all ages; group size limited to the first 10 people. Bring water, sunscreen and/or hat and wear sturdy hiking shoes. Meet at Visitor Center by the rainwater harvesting tower. No pets please. 8:30 a.m. 9:30 a.m.; subject to cancellation, call to confirm. For more information, call (210) 688-9055. [Events at the Same Site] [Similar Activities] [More About Government Canyon SNA]
January 27, 2007 — World Birding Center - Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley SP — Project WILD Workshop — Learn how to teach young people about ecology and wildlife using fun, hands-on educational activities. During the six-hour training workshop participants will sample activities and receive a curriculum and activity guide. Activities are adaptable for all grade levels, integrated with core subject curricula and aligned to the TEKS. Teachers, informal educators and youth group leaders may take the training. Bring a sack lunch or purchase lunch at the park cafe. 9 a.m.-4 p.m.; preregistration required. To register, contact Jennifer Liston at jennifer.liston@tpwd.state.tx.us or (956) 584-9156 Ext. 237. [Events at the Same Site] [Similar Activities] [More About World Birding Center - Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley SP] [Project WILD]
February 1, 2007 — Chaparral WMA — Prescribed Burning Seminar — A primer for landowners and managers on procedures and effects of burning in the western Rio Grande Plains. There will be an opportunity for hands on experience, weather permitting. Call for times and fees; reservations required (830) 676-3413. [Events at the Same Site] [Similar Activities] [More About Chaparral WMA] [More About WMAs]
February 2007 — Falcon SP — Birding and Nature Walk — Bring field glasses, water, sunscreen and comfortable shoes for this 1.5-mile hike around the park's nature trail and feeding stations with a park volunteer naturalist. 8-10:30 a.m.; held twice weekly; call for dates and sign up information (956) 848-5327. [Events at the Same Site] [Similar Activities] [More About Falcon SP]
February 2007 — World Birding Center - Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley SP — Bird Walk — Every Sunday. Explore the bird life of the park with a park naturalist. Green jay, plain chachalaca, great kiskadee and many other South Texas specialties are frequently seen. Bring binoculars and a field guide. 8-10 a.m.; reservations recommended (956) 584-9156. [Events at the Same Site] [Similar Activities] [More About World Birding Center - Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley SP]
February 2007 — World Birding Center - Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley SP — Butterfly Walk — Every Wednesday. Join a park naturalist and observe the vast numbers of colorful butterflies that are attracted to the gardens in the park. Many species can be seen in south Texas that occur nowhere else in the US. Bring binoculars and a field guide. 1:30-3:30 p.m.; reservations recommended (956) 584-9156. [Events at the Same Site] [Similar Activities] [More About World Birding Center - Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley SP]
February 2007 — World Birding Center - Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley SP — Creatures of the Night — Every Thursday. Join one of our naturalists as we delve into the enchanting world of nocturnal creatures. We'll search for owls, paraque, armadillos, bats and even draw in insects using our black light. 6-8 p.m.; reservations required (956) 584-9156. [Events at the Same Site] [Similar Activities] [More About World Birding Center - Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley SP]
February 2007 — World Birding Center - Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley SP — Dragonfly Walk — Every Friday. Meet some of nature's most fearsome predators that fly over the park's wetlands every day. Many dragonfly and damselfly species can be found in South Texas, which occur nowhere else in the United States. Bring binoculars and a field guide. 1:30-3:30 p.m.; reservations recommended (956) 584-9156. [Events at the Same Site] [Similar Activities] [More About World Birding Center - Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley SP]
February 2007 — World Birding Center - Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley SP — Lunch With a Naturalist — Every Thursday. Drop by the Y Cafe , buy your lunch and meet one of the professional naturalists who work at the park. Bring your questions about birds, bats, cats, snakes, butterflies, dragonflies, observing nature in the park, attracting wildlife to your yard, or the naturalist as a career path. 11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m.; reservations recommended (956) 584-9156. [Events at the Same Site] [Similar Activities] [More About World Birding Center - Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley SP]
February 2007 — World Birding Center - Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley SP — Tram Tour — Every Tuesday. Experience the park aboard our open-air tram with a naturalist as your guide. Enjoy nature in a relaxed atmosphere while your guide reveals the history of the park and its native flora and fauna. Space limited to 14 passengers. 9-11 a.m.; reservations recommended (956) 584-9156. [Events at the Same Site] [Similar Activities] [More About World Birding Center - Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley SP]
February 2–4, 2007 — Choke Canyon SP/Calliham Unit — Choke Canyon Birding Festival at Three Rivers — Come enjoy birding at its best! There will be guided tours as well as lectures from experts on various birding topics and much more. 6 p.m. Friday-3 p.m. Sunday; fee $30 per person; reservations required, deadline January 26; for reservations and more information, contact the Three Rivers Chamber of Commerce, (888) 600-3115. (361) 786-3868. [Events at the Same Site] [Similar Activities] [More About Choke Canyon SP/Calliham Unit] [Featured Events]
February 3, 2007 — Government Canyon SNA — Hiking Basics Clinic — Join Robert Roehm from Whole Earth Provision Company for this clinic followed by a short hike on one of the natural area's trails. Learn the basics for day hiking: what to take, safety and emergency planning, water requirements, how to dress, footwear and simple map reading. Please dress for hiking, bring plenty of water and your packed daypack and find out if you have the right things in it. Open to ages 12 and up; space limited. 9 a.m. noon; donations to the Friends of Government Canyon gratefully accepted and help make these and other programs possible; reservations required and will be accepted beginning at noon January 22, 2007. For reservation or more information, e-mail rec_cmte@yahoo.com. Please include names of each participant, age, if under 18, e-mail address and telephone number. (210) 688-9055 Ext. 292. [Events at the Same Site] [Similar Activities] [More About Government Canyon SNA]
February 3, 2007 — World Birding Center - Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley SP — Project WILD Aquatic Workshop — Learn how to teach young people about aquatic wildlife and ecosystems using fun, hands-on educational activities. During the six-hour training workshop participants will sample activities and receive a curriculum and activity guide. Activities are adaptable for all grade levels, integrated with core subject curricula and aligned to the TEKS. Teachers, informal educators and youth group leaders may take the training. Bring a sack lunch or purchase lunch at the park cafe. 9 a.m.-4 p.m.; preregistration required. To register, contact Jennifer Liston at jennifer.liston@tpwd.state.tx.us or (956) 584-9156 Ext. 237. [Events at the Same Site] [Similar Activities] [More About World Birding Center - Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley SP] [Project WILD]
February 3–4, 10–11, 2007 — Chaparral WMA — Youth Only Javelina Hunt — Youth must be accompanied by adult, but only youth may hunt; no fee is charged. Permits issued by drawing; standby applicants must be present by 10 a.m. first day of hunt. Call for more information (830) 676-3413. [Events at the Same Site] [Similar Activities] [More About Chaparral WMA] [More About WMAs]
February 10, 2007 — Goliad SP — Fitness Walk — Take a five mile fitness walk through the beautiful town of Goliad and the park on a paved hike and bike trail. See historic Mission Espiritu Santo and General Zaragosa Birthplace as part of the walk. Begin at the Goliad Community Center and enjoy a spaghetti lunch upon return. Sponsored by the Amigos of Goliad State Park, proceeds will enable the friends group to assist the park with the preservation of the mission. 9 a.m.-4 p.m.; fee $10 per person (361) 645-3405. [Events at the Same Site] [Similar Activities] [More About Goliad SP]
February 16–19, 2007 — World Birding Center - Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley SP — Great Backyard Bird Count — Join staff and volunteers as they participate in this nationwide four-day exercise in citizen science. Work on a staff-led bird walk, or go your own way; count birds in the park and turn your results over to the staff, or pick up forms to bring home and count birds in your own backyard, entering the results via the Internet into an online database. 7 a.m.-9 p.m. (956) 584-9156. [Events at the Same Site] [Similar Activities] [More About World Birding Center - Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley SP]
February 16–18, 23–25, 2007 — Chaparral WMA — Gun Javelina Hunt — By special drawn permit only. Standby applicants must be present by 11 a.m. on the first day of the hunt. (830) 676-3413. [Events at the Same Site] [Similar Activities] [More About Chaparral WMA] [More About WMAs]
February 17, 2007 — World Birding Center - Estero Llano Grande SP — Valentine's Day in the Park — Watch the sunset or take a romantic stroll through the park this Valentine's Day weekend. The park has many fun activities for non-lovebirds as well. There will also be free arts and crafts for kids. 10 a.m.-4 p.m. (956) 565-3919. [Events at the Same Site] [Similar Activities] [More About World Birding Center - Estero Llano Grande SP] [Featured Events]
March 2007 — Falcon SP — Birding and Nature Walk — Bring field glasses, water, sunscreen and comfortable shoes for this 1.5-mile hike around the park's nature trail and feeding stations with a park volunteer naturalist. 8-10:30 a.m.; held twice weekly; call for dates and sign up information (956) 848-5327. [Events at the Same Site] [Similar Activities] [More About Falcon SP]
March 2007 — World Birding Center - Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley SP — Bird Walk — Every Sunday. Explore the bird life of the park with a park naturalist. Green jay, plain chachalaca, great kiskadee and many other South Texas specialties are frequently seen. Bring binoculars and a field guide. 8:15-10:15 a.m.; reservations recommended (956) 584-9156. [Events at the Same Site] [Similar Activities] [More About World Birding Center - Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley SP]
March 2007 — World Birding Center - Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley SP — Butterfly Walk — Every Wednesday. Join a park naturalist and observe the vast numbers of colorful butterflies that are attracted to the gardens in the park. Many species can be seen in south Texas that occur nowhere else in the US. Bring binoculars and a field guide. 1:30-3:30 p.m.; reservations recommended (956) 584-9156. [Events at the Same Site] [Similar Activities] [More About World Birding Center - Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley SP]
March 2007 — World Birding Center - Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley SP — Creatures of the Night — Every Thursday. Join one of our naturalists as we delve into the enchanting world of nocturnal creatures. We'll search for owls, paraque, armadillos, bats and even draw in insects using our black light. 7-9 p.m.; reservations recommended (956) 584-9156. [Events at the Same Site] [Similar Activities] [More About World Birding Center - Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley SP]
March 2007 — World Birding Center - Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley SP — Hawks by the Hundreds — Every Saturday and Sunday. Join our Raptor Flight Biologist on our new Hawk Observation Tower and witness the spectacle of hawk migration. Local specialty raptors such as hook-billed kite and gray hawk are often spotted as well! Bring binoculars, sunhat, sun block and drinking water.9-11 a.m.; reservations recommended (956) 584-9156. [Events at the Same Site] [Similar Activities] [More About World Birding Center - Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley SP]
March 2007 — World Birding Center - Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley SP — Lunch With a Naturalist — Every Thursday. Drop by the Y Cafe , buy your lunch and meet one of the professional naturalists who work at the park. Bring your questions about birds, bats, cats, snakes, butterflies, dragonflies, observing nature in the park, attracting wildlife to your yard, or the naturalist as a career path. 11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m.; reservations recommended (956) 584-9156. [Events at the Same Site] [Similar Activities] [More About World Birding Center - Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley SP]
March 2007 — World Birding Center - Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley SP — Tram Tour — Every Tuesday. Experience the park aboard our open-air tram with a naturalist as your guide. Enjoy nature in a relaxed atmosphere while your guide reveals the history of the park and its native flora and fauna. Space limited to 14 passengers. 9-11 a.m.; reservations recommended (956) 584-9156. [Events at the Same Site] [Similar Activities] [More About World Birding Center - Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley SP]
March 2007 — World Birding Center - Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley SP — Dragonfly Walk — Every Friday. Meet some of nature's most fearsome predators that fly over the park's wetlands every day. Many dragonfly and damselfly species can be found in South Texas, which occur nowhere else in the United States. Bring binoculars and a field guide. 1:30-3:30 p.m.; reservations recommended (956) 584-9156. [Events at the Same Site] [Similar Activities] [More About World Birding Center - Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley SP]
March 24, 2007 — World Birding Center - Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley SP — Project WILD Workshop — Learn how to teach young people about ecology and wildlife using fun, hands-on educational activities. During the six-hour training workshop participants will sample activities and receive a curriculum and activity guide. Activities are adaptable for all grade levels, integrated with core subject curricula and aligned to the TEKS. Teachers, informal educators and youth group leaders may take the training. Bring a sack lunch or purchase lunch at the park cafe. 9 a.m.-4 p.m.; preregistration required. To register, contact Jennifer Liston at jennifer.liston@tpwd.state.tx.us or (956) 584-9156 Ext. 237. [Events at the Same Site] [Similar Activities] [More About World Birding Center - Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley SP] [Project WILD]
March 31, 2007 — World Birding Center - Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley SP — Project WILD Aquatic Workshop — Learn how to teach young people about aquatic wildlife and ecosystems using fun, hands-on educational activities. During the six-hour training workshop participants will sample activities and receive a curriculum and activity guide. Activities are adaptable for all grade levels, integrated with core subject curricula and aligned to the TEKS. Teachers, informal educators and youth group leaders may take the training. Bring a sack lunch or purchase lunch at the park cafe. 9 a.m.-4 p.m.; preregistration required. To register, contact Jennifer Liston at jennifer.liston@tpwd.state.tx.us or (956) 584-9156 Ext. 237. [Events at the Same Site] [Similar Activities] [More About World Birding Center - Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley SP] [Project WILD]
April 2007 — Goliad SP — Easter at the Mission — Come to Mission Espiritu Santo and celebrate a musical Easter season! You are invited to attend a concert by the Victoria College Choir and the Victoria Civic Chorus under the direction of Dr. Marylynn Fletcher. Held in the old mission chapel. Call for date; 3-4 p.m, (361) 645-3405. [Events at the Same Site] [Similar Activities] [More About Goliad SP]
April 2007 — World Birding Center - Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley SP — Bird Walk — Every Sunday. Explore the bird life of the park with a park naturalist. Green jay, plain chachalaca, great kiskadee and many other South Texas specialties are frequently seen. Bring binoculars and a field guide. 8:15-10:15 a.m.; reservations recommended (956) 584-9156. [Events at the Same Site] [Similar Activities] [More About World Birding Center - Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley SP]
April 2007 — World Birding Center - Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley SP — Butterfly Walk — Every Wednesday. Join a park naturalist and observe the vast numbers of colorful butterflies that are attracted to the gardens in the park. Many species can be seen in south Texas that occur nowhere else in the US. Bring binoculars and a field guide. 1:30-3:30 p.m.; reservations recommended (956) 584-9156. [Events at the Same Site] [Similar Activities] [More About World Birding Center - Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley SP]
April 2007 — World Birding Center - Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley SP — Creatures of the Night — Every Thursday. Join one of our naturalists as we delve into the enchanting world of nocturnal creatures. We'll search for owls, paraque, armadillos, bats and even draw in insects using our black light. 8-10 p.m.; reservations recommended (956) 584-9156. [Events at the Same Site] [Similar Activities] [More About World Birding Center - Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley SP]
April 2007 — World Birding Center - Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley SP — Dragonfly Walk — Every Friday. Meet some of nature's most fearsome predators that fly over the park's wetlands every day. Many dragonfly and damselfly species can be found in South Texas, which occur nowhere else in the United States. Bring binoculars and a field guide. 1:30-3:30 p.m.; reservations recommended (956) 584-9156. [Events at the Same Site] [Similar Activities] [More About World Birding Center - Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley SP]
April 2007 — World Birding Center - Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley SP — Hawks by the Hundreds — Every Saturday and Sunday. Join our Raptor Flight Biologist on our new Hawk Observation Tower and witness the spectacle of hawk migration. Local specialty raptors such as hook-billed kite and gray hawk are often spotted as well! Bring binoculars, sunhat, sun block and drinking water.9-11 a.m.; reservations recommended (956) 584-9156. [Events at the Same Site] [Similar Activities] [More About World Birding Center - Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley SP]
April 2007 — World Birding Center - Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley SP — Lunch With a Naturalist — Every Thursday. Drop by the Y Cafe , buy your lunch and meet one of the professional naturalists who work at the park. Bring your questions about birds, bats, cats, snakes, butterflies, dragonflies, observing nature in the park, attracting wildlife to your yard, or the naturalist as a career path. 11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m.; reservations recommended (956) 584-9156. [Events at the Same Site] [Similar Activities] [More About World Birding Center - Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley SP]
April 2007 — World Birding Center - Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley SP — Tram Tour — Every Tuesday. Experience the park aboard our open-air tram with a naturalist as your guide. Enjoy nature in a relaxed atmosphere while your guide reveals the history of the park and its native flora and fauna. Space limited to 14 passengers. 9-11 a.m.; reservations recommended (956) 584-9156. [Events at the Same Site] [Similar Activities] [More About World Birding Center - Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley SP]
April 21, 2007 — Goliad SP — Music at the Mission — The Beeville Community Chorus under the direction of Dr. James Lee will present a selection of songs celebrating the return of Spring. The concert will take place inside the chapel of the old Spanish Colonial Mission Espiritu Santo de Zuniga. 7:30-8:30 p.m. (361) 645-3405. [Events at the Same Site] [Similar Activities] [More About Goliad SP]
May 2007 — World Birding Center - Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley SP — Bird Walk — Every Sunday. Explore the bird life of the park with a park naturalist. Green jay, plain chachalaca, great kiskadee and many other South Texas specialties are frequently seen. Bring binoculars and a field guide. 8:15-10:15 a.m.; reservations recommended (956) 584-9156. [Events at the Same Site] [Similar Activities] [More About World Birding Center - Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley SP]
May 2007 — World Birding Center - Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley SP — Butterfly Walk — Every Wednesday. Join a park naturalist and observe the vast numbers of colorful butterflies that are attracted to the gardens in the park. Many species can be seen in south Texas that occur nowhere else in the US. Bring binoculars and a field guide. 1:30-3:30 p.m.; reservations recommended (956) 584-9156. [Events at the Same Site] [Similar Activities] [More About World Birding Center - Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley SP]
May 2007 — World Birding Center - Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley SP — Creatures of the Night — Every Thursday. Join one of our naturalists as we delve into the enchanting world of nocturnal creatures. We'll search for owls, paraque, armadillos, bats and even draw in insects using our black light. 8-10 p.m.; reservations recommended (956) 584-9156. [Events at the Same Site] [Similar Activities] [More About World Birding Center - Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley SP]
May 2007 — World Birding Center - Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley SP — Lunch With a Naturalist — Every Thursday. Drop by the Y Cafe , buy your lunch and meet one of the professional naturalists who work at the park. Bring your questions about birds, bats, cats, snakes, butterflies, dragonflies, observing nature in the park, attracting wildlife to your yard, or the naturalist as a career path. 11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m.; reservations recommended (956) 584-9156. [Events at the Same Site] [Similar Activities] [More About World Birding Center - Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley SP]
May 2007 — World Birding Center - Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley SP — Tram Tour — Every Tuesday. Experience the park aboard our open-air tram with a naturalist as your guide. Enjoy nature in a relaxed atmosphere while your guide reveals the history of the park and its native flora and fauna. Space limited to 14 passengers. 9-11 a.m.; reservations recommended (956) 584-9156. [Events at the Same Site] [Similar Activities] [More About World Birding Center - Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley SP]
May 2007 — World Birding Center - Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley SP — Dragonfly Walk — Every Friday. Meet some of nature's most fearsome predators that fly over the park's wetlands every day. Many dragonfly and damselfly species can be found in South Texas, which occur nowhere else in the United States. Bring binoculars and a field guide. 1:30-3:30 p.m.; reservations recommended (956) 584-9156. [Events at the Same Site] [Similar Activities] [More About World Birding Center - Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley SP]
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Symbols and Abbreviations
- = Featured Event
- SP = State Park
- SHS = State Historic Site
- SP&HS = State Park and Historic Site
- SFH = State Fish Hatchery
- SNA = State Natural Area
- WMA = Wildlife Management Area
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