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Ongoing Statewide - Angler Education Classes - See the Class Schedule.
Ongoing Statewide - Boater Education Classes - See the Class Schedule.
Ongoing Statewide - Hunter Education Classes - See the Class Schedule.
Ongoing Statewide - Project WILD - Find out more.
December 4, 2007 Palacios, Texas - Angler Education Instructor Course - This free workshop is open to anyone 17 or older interested in becoming a Volunteer Angler Education Instructor to teach the basics of fishing in their communities. The program provides the curriculum, equipment, materials and support to help adult volunteers successfully introduce youth and their families to fishing. Teachers receive SBEC credit. Wear comfortable clothing for outdoor activities and bring a snack and/or drink. Held at the Texas State Marine Education Center, 102 Marine Center Dr. Accessible for the mobility impaired. 9 a.m.-2 p.m.; preregistration required. To register, contact the Marine Education Center at tsmeck12@tisd.net or (361) 972-3774. For specific questions on the course, contact Kevin Cunningham at kevin.cunningham@tpwd.state.tx.us or (281) 534-0123.
December 8, 2007 Deer Park, Texas - Advanced Fishing Class - The class will provide the opportunity for families to spend time together in the outdoors while learning advanced fishing skills through hands-on instruction. Designed as an intermediate corollary to the Basic Fishing Class, this clinic will equip adults and children (over the age of 6) with a more detailed understanding of fishing methods and aquatic habitat. Completion of the Basic Fishing Class is not required, but encouraged. This program, presented by the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department, is offered through the City of Deer Park. Held at the City of Deer Park, Parks and Recreation Department, 610 E. San Augustine. 9 a.m.-noon; fee $5 per person; preregistration required. To register, contact Kevin Cunningham at kevin.cunningham@tpwd.state.tx.us or (281) 534-0123 or the City of Deer Park at (281) 478-2050.
December 8, 2007 Deer Park, Texas - Angler Education Instructor Course - This free workshop is open to anyone 17 or older interested in becoming a Volunteer Angler Education Instructor to teach the basics of fishing in their communities. The program provides the curriculum, equipment, materials and support to help adult volunteers successfully introduce youth and their families to fishing. Participants should wear comfortable clothing for outdoor activities and bring a snack and/or drink. This free program, presented by the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department, is offered through the City of Deer Park. Held at the City of Deer Park, Parks and Recreation Department, 610 E. San Augustine. 1:45 p.m. 6 p.m.; preregistration required. To register, contact Kevin Cunningham at kevin.cunningham@tpwd.state.tx.us or (281) 534-0123.
December 15, 22, 2007 Tyler SP - Man Make Fire! - Learn to start a campfire with and without matches, then stay as we enjoy the campfire. Bring whatever you want to roast, a camp chair and a drink. Those so talented may want to tell a campfire story or sing a song. 4 p.m. (903) 597-5338.
January 19, 26, 2008 Tyler SP - Man Make Fire! - Learn to start a campfire with and without matches, then stay as we enjoy the campfire. Bring whatever you want to roast, a camp chair and a drink. Those so talented may want to tell a campfire story or sing a song. 4 p.m. (903) 597-5338.
January 19, 2008 Bellaire, Texas - 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. Held at Nature Discovery Center, 7112 Newcastle. 9 a.m.-3:30 p.m.; fee $15; preregistration required, contact Mary Ann Beauchemin, mbeauch@naturediscoverycenter.org or (713) 667-6550.
February 2-3, 2008 Copper Breaks SP - Hunter Safety Course - State approved and required course for all hunters born on or after September 2, 1971. Certified instructor and Lead Ranger Wendell Barberee teaches this two-day course. 9 a.m.-5:30 p.m. Saturday and 12:30-5:30 p.m. Sunday. Participants must take the entire course to be certified. Fee $15 per person and is non-refundable; reservations required (940) 839-4331.
February 2, 2008 Lockhart SP - Landscaping for Wildlife - Attend this hands-on workshop and learn about the use of native, drought-tolerant plants for your gardens and their benefits to wildlife. Participants will receive some native wildflower seeds and information on "Wildscape" Certification. 1-3 p.m. (512) 398-3479.
February 2, 2008 San Antonio, Texas - Project WILD Aquatic 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. Held at The Witte Museum, 3801 Broadway. 9 a.m.-4 p.m.; fee $10; preregistration required; for more information, e-mail tkinsey1@satx.rr.com, to register, call (210) 357-1910.
February 9, 2008 Dallas, Texas - 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. Held at Dallas Zoo, 650 South R. L. Thornton Freeway. 9 a.m.-3:30 p.m.; fee $5; preregistration required. To register, contact Allison Milstead at allison.milstead@dallascityhall.com or (214) 670-8957.
February 16, 2008 Grand Prairie, Texas - Angler Education Instructor Workshop - Free workshop open to anyone 17 or older interested in becoming a Volunteer Instructor to teach fishing basics in their communities. This program provides the curriculum, equipment, materials and support to help adult volunteers successfully introduce youths and families to fishing. Participants should wear comfortable clothing for outdoor activities and bring a snack and/or drink. This workshop is presented by the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department. Held at the North Texas Education Center, 5411 Robinson Road. 9 a.m.-2 p.m.; preregistration required. To register, contact Steve Campbell at stephen.campbell@tpwd.state.tx.us or METRO (972) 263-0427.
February 16, 2008 San Antonio, Texas - Angler Education Instructor Course - This FREE class will provide participants with hands-on activities, instructional materials and access to equipment to teach youth and adults basic fishing skills. Wear comfortable clothing for some outdoor activities and bring a sack lunch and drink or a restaurant is available in the store. Class size limited. Held at Bass Pro Shops Outdoor World, 17907 IH-10 West. A tour of the store will be included in this special instructor class. 9 a.m.-3 p.m.; preregistration required. To register, call Peggy York at (210) 647-7053.
February 16, 2008 Tyler SP - Man Make Fire! - Learn to start a campfire with and without matches, then stay as we enjoy the campfire. Bring whatever you want to roast, a camp chair and a drink. Those so talented may want to tell a campfire story or sing a song. 4 p.m. (903) 597-5338.
February 19-20, 2008 Abilene SP - Abilene Farm, Ranch and Wildlife Expo - Seminars on various wildlife topics varying from plant identification, wildlife and grazing operations, water sources, white-tailed deer census techniques, camera inventory, herbicides and GPS uses. Held at the Taylor County Expo Center, 1700 Hwy. 36. Accessible for the mobility impaired. 8 a.m.-5 p.m.; fee $25 per person; reservations required, deadline February 10, 2008. For reservations, call (325) 672-6048. (325) 572-3204.
March 1, 2, 5, 12, 13, 15, 16, 19, 20, 29, 2008 Inks Lake SP - Basic Canoe Skills Clinic - First-time boaters, learn the skills needed to enjoy a canoe trip. The clinic will focus on the basics of canoeing-paddling, steering and stabilizing the canoe. Wear footwear that can get wet. Space is limited; three-person maximum and 450 pound weight limit per canoe; children under 13 must be accompanied by an adult. Accessible for the mobility, visually and hearing impaired. 11 a.m.-noon; fees $3 Texas State Parks Pass members, $4 non-members, $3 senior citizens, $3 children 12 and under; reservations required, deadline morning of tour (512) 793-2223.
March 1, 2008 Purtis Creek SP - Introduction to Backpacking - Are you interested in backpacking but not sure where to start? Learn about different backpacks and how to properly fit the pack, tents, stoves and food. As part of the program we will hike into our primitive sites and learn about site selection and the principals of Leave No Trace camping. Accessible for the hearing impaired. 6:30-8:30 p.m. (903) 425-2332.
March 1, 2008 Sea Center Texas - Nature Day - Fishing, birding and habitat gardening are just a few the activities that will be highlighted at this event. See live animals exhibits, hear many tips on how to enjoy nature in your backyard or at your favorite outdoor getaways. Youth planning to fish will need to bring their own rod, reel, tackle and bait. Cut squid or fresh dead shrimp work well fished on the bottom; no artificial lures and barbless hooks only. Nature scavenger hunt from 10 a.m.-noon; catch and release fishing is from 1-3 p.m. only. All other activities from 10 a.m.-3 p.m. (979) 292-0100.
March 5-8, 2008 Houston, Texas - Ranching and Wildlife Expo - As a compliment to the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo and Texas Southwestern Cattle Raiser's Association commercial bull and heifer events and sales, this event features wildlife-related exhibits from TPWD, such as white-tailed deer research from Kerr WMA; Laser Shot interactive systems from Hunter Education, Operation Game Thief trailer, and Texas Big Game Awards, as well as a variety of other groups. The Expo also showcases presentations from experts in the field. Topics include Feral Hog Management, Managing Land for Wildlife and Cattle, Ageing Deer on the Hoof, Habitat Management for Nongame Birds and Bird Identification, Understanding Leasing Your Land for Recreational Use, Restoring Your Land to its Former Productivity, Water Issues, Urban Coyote issues, and The State of the Mountain Lion in Texas. Held at Reliant Arena, 916 Dallas St. Accessible for the mobility, visually and hearing impaired. 9 a.m.-5 p.m.; call for more information, (979) 968-6591.
March 15, 2008 Grand Prairie, Texas - Angler Education Instructor Workshop - Free workshop open to anyone 17 or older interested in becoming a Volunteer Instructor to teach fishing basics in their communities. This program provides the curriculum, equipment, materials and support to help adult volunteers successfully introduce youths and families to fishing. Participants should wear comfortable clothing for outdoor activities and bring a snack and/or drink. This workshop is presented by the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department. Held at the North Texas Education Center, 5411 Robinson Road. 9 a.m.-2 p.m.; preregistration required. To register, contact Steve Campbell at stephen.campbell@tpwd.state.tx.us or METRO (972) 263-0427.
March 22, 2008 Dallas, Texas - Flying WILD Workshop - Flying WILD, a companion piece to Project WILD, explores bird conservation through classroom activities and stewardship projects. During the six-hour workshop participants will receive an educator's manual, sample activities and explore guidelines on how to implement school bird festivals and conservation projects. Teachers, informal educators and youth group leaders may take the training. Held at Dallas Zoo, 650 South R. L. Thornton Freeway. 9 a.m.-3:30 p.m.; fee $5; preregistration required. To register, contact Allison Milstead at allison.milstea@dallascityhall.com or (214) 670-8957.
March 29, 2008 Purtis Creek SP - Basic Canoe Skills - Learn new skills or improve your current ones. This program will focus on safe canoe entry, paddling strokes and steering. Open to all ages; children must be accompanied by parent. Accessible for the hearing impaired. 4-6 p.m.; fee $6 per person, free for children 4 and under; reservations required (903) 425-2332.
March 29, 2008 San Antonio, Texas - 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. Held at The Witte Museum, 3801 Broadway. 9 a.m.-4 p.m.; fee $10; preregistration required; for more information, e-mail tkinsey1@satx.rr.com, to register, call (210) 357-1910.
April 3, 5, 6, 10, 19, 27, 2008 Inks Lake SP - Basic Canoe Skills Clinic - First-time boaters, learn the skills needed to enjoy a canoe trip. The clinic will focus on the basics of canoeing-paddling, steering and stabilizing the canoe. Wear footwear that can get wet. Space is limited; three-person maximum and 450 pound weight limit per canoe; children under 13 must be accompanied by an adult. Accessible for the mobility, visually and hearing impaired. 11 a.m.-noon; fees $3 Texas State Parks Pass members, $4 non-members, $3 senior citizens, $3 children 12 and under; reservations required, deadline morning of tour (512) 793-2223.
April 5, 2008 Texas Freshwater Fisheries Center - Outdoor Fools Day - Learn outdoor skills and get hands-on experience in a variety of areas-camping, fishing, birding, hunting and boating. Representatives of various divisions of Texas Parks and Wildlife Department, outdoor businesses and conservation organizations will be on hand to help you get ready to see it's true: Life's Better Outside. 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Free with admission to Center. For more information, call (903) 670-2222. (903) 676-BASS.
April 12, 2008 Dallas, Texas - 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. Held at Dallas Zoo, 650 South R. L. Thornton Freeway. 9 a.m.-3:30 p.m.; fee $5; preregistration required. To register, contact Allison Milstead at allison.milstea@dallascityhall.com or (214) 670-8957.
April 12, 2008 Purtis Creek SP - Campfire Building - Campfires are an enjoyable part of camping, but can be difficult to get started especially when weather is a factor. Here is a chance to learn firebuilding skills using safe firestarters that can be made at home and make your camping experience enjoyable. Accessible for the mobility and hearing impaired. 8-9 p.m. (903) 425-2332.
April 19, 2008 Grand Prairie, Texas - Angler Education Instructor Workshop - Free workshop open to anyone 17 or older interested in becoming a Volunteer Instructor to teach fishing basics in their communities. This program provides the curriculum, equipment, materials and support to help adult volunteers successfully introduce youths and families to fishing. Participants should wear comfortable clothing for outdoor activities and bring a snack and/or drink. This workshop is presented by the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department. Held at the North Texas Education Center, 5411 Robinson Road. 9 a.m.-2 p.m.; preregistration required. To register, contact Steve Campbell at stephen.campbell@tpwd.state.tx.us or METRO (972) 263-0427.
May 1, 3, 4, 17, 18, 22, 24, 25, 29, 31, 2008 Inks Lake SP - Basic Canoe Skills Clinic - First-time boaters, learn the skills needed to enjoy a canoe trip. The clinic will focus on the basics of canoeing-paddling, steering and stabilizing the canoe. Wear footwear that can get wet. Space is limited; three-person maximum and 450 pound weight limit per canoe; children under 13 must be accompanied by an adult. Accessible for the mobility, visually and hearing impaired. 11 a.m.-noon; fees $3 Texas State Parks Pass members, $4 non-members, $3 senior citizens, $3 children 12 and under; reservations required, deadline morning of tour (512) 793-2223.
May 17, 2008 Grand Prairie, Texas - Angler Education Instructor Workshop - Free workshop open to anyone 17 or older interested in becoming a Volunteer Instructor to teach fishing basics in their communities. This program provides the curriculum, equipment, materials and support to help adult volunteers successfully introduce youths and families to fishing. Participants should wear comfortable clothing for outdoor activities and bring a snack and/or drink. This workshop is presented by the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department. Held at the North Texas Education Center, 5411 Robinson Road. 9 a.m.-2 p.m.; preregistration required. To register, contact Steve Campbell at stephen.campbell@tpwd.state.tx.us or METRO (972) 263-0427.
June 21, 2008 Grand Prairie, Texas - Angler Education Instructor Workshop - Free workshop open to anyone 17 or older interested in becoming a Volunteer Instructor to teach fishing basics in their communities. This program provides the curriculum, equipment, materials and support to help adult volunteers successfully introduce youths and families to fishing. Participants should wear comfortable clothing for outdoor activities and bring a snack and/or drink. This workshop is presented by the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department. Held at the North Texas Education Center, 5411 Robinson Road. 9 a.m.-2 p.m.; preregistration required. To register, contact Steve Campbell at stephen.campbell@tpwd.state.tx.us or METRO (972) 263-0427.
July 19, 2008 Grand Prairie, Texas - Angler Education Instructor Workshop - Free workshop open to anyone 17 or older interested in becoming a Volunteer Instructor to teach fishing basics in their communities. This program provides the curriculum, equipment, materials and support to help adult volunteers successfully introduce youths and families to fishing. Participants should wear comfortable clothing for outdoor activities and bring a snack and/or drink. This workshop is presented by the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department. Held at the North Texas Education Center, 5411 Robinson Road. 9 a.m.-2 p.m.; preregistration required. To register, contact Steve Campbell at stephen.campbell@tpwd.state.tx.us or METRO (972) 263-0427.
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