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This calendar lists events and activities that are held at TPWD sites or associated with TPWD programs or in which TPWD staff has a presence.

Symbols and Abbreviations

  • Checkmark Image = Featured Event
  • Checkmark Image = Accessible Event (See Below)
  • 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

 Accessibility

 Accessibility information is included in the event descriptions.

  • Mobility Impaired (Facilities/paths are considered wheelchair accessible, there is seating that is accessible.)
  • Visually Impaired (Sight is not essential for the experience; audio descriptions given, handout material covered verbally, available electronically or in Braille.)
  • Hearing Impaired (Assistive listening devices or sign language interpreters available with advance notice.)

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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.

 Featured Events

This is a select group of events that feature the best of the new or out-of-the-ordinary events. For all other events, use the links on the left.

Featured Event October 10, 2009 — Government Canyon SNA — Dutch Oven Cooking — Members of the San Antonio Chuck Wagon Gang Chapter of the Lone Star Dutch Oven Society will demonstrate how to cook in a Dutch oven. Help them prepare various delicacies then sample the outcome. This event will take place at the covered pavilion, so come prepared to be outside for several hours. Open to all ages, but participation is limited. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Bring plenty of drinking water. 9 a.m.-noon; fee $3 per person for supplies payable to the presenters; reservations required and will be accepted beginning at noon September10, 2009 and ending at noon October 9, 2009. For reservation or more information, e-mail reservations@friendsofgc.org. Include names of each participant, age if under 18, and e-mail address and telephone number. (210) 688-9055 [Events at the Same Site] [Events in the Same Region] [Similar Activities] [More About Government Canyon SNA] [Featured Events]

Featured Event October 11, 2009 — World Birding Center - Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley SP — The Big Sit — Join the team at the park as we enter the nationwide Big Sit, coordinated by Bird Watcher's Digest. Help us measure up against rivals in the Valley, around the state, and across the country as we identify as many bird species as possible in a single day, from within a 17-foot diameter circle located atop the hawk tower. Stay awhile and help us spot birds, or just pay a visit and make sure we're still awake! Accessible for the mobility and visually impaired. 5 a.m.-10 p.m. (956) 584-9156. [Events at the Same Site] [Events in the Same Region] [Similar Activities] [More About World Birding Center - Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley SP] [Featured Events]

Featured Event October 16–17, 2009 — Washington-on-the-Brazos SHS — Storytellin' at the Tavern — Hear tale telling and yarn spinning in the finest tradition of the old-time Texians. After a brief introduction, settle in to a period setting and the tale telling will begin. This is a special after hours program 5:30-6:30 p.m. and 7:30-8:30 p.m.; reservations required, deadline October 9 (936) 878-2214. [Events at the Same Site] [Events in the Same Region] [Similar Activities] [More About Washington-on-the-Brazos SHS] [Featured Events]

Featured Event October 17, 2009 — Colorado Bend SP — Fall Friends Festival — The Friends of Colorado Bend State Park invite you to come enjoy the Hill Country autumn on the banks of the Colorado River. Among the many activities offered throughout the day are nature and mountain bike (bring your own bike) tours and kayaking. Hourly cave tours given to ages 6 and older with advance reservations, beginning at 10 a.m. Accessible for the visually and hearing impaired. 9 a.m.-5 p.m.; fee $15 for cave tours. (325) 628-3240. [Events at the Same Site] [Events in the Same Region] [Similar Activities] [More About Colorado Bend SP] [Featured Events]

Featured Event October 17, 2009 — Enchanted Rock SNA — 18th Annual Granite Gripper Climbing Competition — This competition is for climbers of all ages and abilities, featuring roped and bouldering categories. The event is completely coordinated by the Friends of Enchanted Rock. Festivities include a raffle, silent auction, dinner and an awards ceremony capped off by an evening slide show presentation. More information is available at http://www.granitegripper.com. (830) 685-3636. [Events at the Same Site] [Events in the Same Region] [Similar Activities] [More About Enchanted Rock SNA] [Featured Events]

Featured Event October 17, 2009 — Fort Richardson SP&HS & Lost Creek Reservoir State Trailway — Red Steagall Wagon Train and Doc Wood — The park will be the starting point of Red Steagall's annual wagon train journey to Fort Worth. See the wagons as they start arriving Saturday afternoon. Stay and enjoy Cowboy Poetry featuring the renowned Doc Woods and others on the steps of the historic hospital. Wagon train 3-6 p.m., Cowboy Poetry 7-9 p.m. (940) 567-3506. [Events at the Same Site] [Events in the Same Region] [Similar Activities] [More About Fort Richardson SP&HS & Lost Creek Reservoir State Trailway] [Featured Events]

Featured Event October 17, 2009 — Lake Mineral Wells SP & Trailway — 13th Annual North Texas Skywatch Amateur Astronomer's Star Party — "The stars at night are big and bright ". Learn more about one of Texas' best natural resources the night sky. The star party is designed for amateur astronomers to get together and share ideas and experiences, learn new techniques, swap equipment and observe in a dark sky location. There will be a beginner's astronomy slide presentation at sunset. All park visitors are welcome and can learn about astronomy and to have a chance to see the night sky through a wide variety of telescopes. Accessible for the mobility impaired. 4:30 p.m. (940) 328-1171. [Events at the Same Site] [Events in the Same Region] [Similar Activities] [More About Lake Mineral Wells SP & Trailway] [Featured Events]

Featured Event October 17–18, 2009 — Hueco Tanks SP&HS — 15th Annual Interpretive Fair — See history and culture come alive at one of El Paso's most unique natural areas. Attractions of the two-day event will include Native American dancing and drumming, a Buffalo Soldier encampment, Folklorico dancers, pictograph and birding tours, climbing demonstrations, environmental and cultural information booths, an evening program and food, music, art, gifts and books for sale. Accessible for mobility, visually, and hearing impaired; 8 a.m.-9 p.m.Saturday, 8 a.m.-5 p.m. Sunday (915) 857-1135. [Events at the Same Site] [Events in the Same Region] [Similar Activities] [More About Hueco Tanks SP&HS] [Featured Events]

Featured Event October 18, 24–25, 2009/1990 — Government Canyon SNA — Camp With A Ranger — Join Staff Interpreter John Koepke on this very special overnight backpack trip into the heart of the Government Canyon Backcountry! Along the way you'll learn the history of Government Canyon, get tips and tricks for backpacking and backcountry travel, capped off by a unique opportunity to pitch your tent under the stars in the midst of this awesome natural area. Pack your rucksack for fun and adventure in San Antonio's largest expanse of urban wilderness! There is a pre-trip meeting October 18, 10 a.m.-noon you must attend prior to the campout. Open to adults 18 or older with previous backpacking experience; group size limited to 12; no pets please. Noon Saturday-noon Sunday; reservations required and will be accepted beginning at noon September 17, 2009 and ending at noon October 16, 2009. More details provided when you make your reservation. For reservations, e-mail reservations@friendsofgc.org Include name, e-mail address and telephone number for each reservation; no more than two people per reservation accepted. Program subject to cancellation. (210) 688-9055, ext. 291. [Events at the Same Site] [Events in the Same Region] [Similar Activities] [More About Government Canyon SNA] [Featured Events]

Featured Event October 24, 2009 — Purtis Creek SP — Halloween Carnival — Bring the family for a hauntingly good time at the carnival with activities, games and prizes. Take a hayride to the campground then trick or treat at the campsites marked with orange pumpkins. 6-10 p.m.; tickets 25 cents for games, 50 cents for hayride, park entrance fee waived for those participating in the Halloween events. (903) 425-2332. [Events at the Same Site] [Events in the Same Region] [Similar Activities] [More About Purtis Creek SP] [Featured Events]

Featured Event October 24, 2009 — World Birding Center - Estero Llano Grande SP — 4th Annual Halloween Spooky Science Fest — Bring the whole family and enjoy crafts, a kids' costume contest, night hikes, spooky stories, candy, science experiments and much more! Accessible for the mobility, visually and hearing impaired. 6-10 p.m.; fees $5 adults, $2 for children 12 and under; call for more information (956) 565-3919. [Events at the Same Site] [Events in the Same Region] [Similar Activities] [More About World Birding Center - Estero Llano Grande SP] [Featured Events]

Featured Event October 29, 2009 — Texas Freshwater Fisheries Center — Halloween at the Hatchery — Local businesses and organizations will hand out free candy, and the center will be decorated throughout with a Halloween theme. Accessible for the mobility, visually and hearing impaired 6-8:30 p.m.; fee $1 per person (903) 676-BASS. [Events at the Same Site] [Events in the Same Region] [Similar Activities] [More About Texas Freshwater Fisheries Center] [Featured Events]

Featured Event October 31, 2009 — Caprock Canyons SP & Trailway — Haunted Canyon — Bring the whole family and gather around for stories of night creatures, set out bravely on a moonlight hike, and dress up for a costume contest with prizes. Call for more information. Accessible for the mobility impaired. 6-10 p.m., weather permitting; for more information, call (806) 455-1492. [Events at the Same Site] [Events in the Same Region] [Similar Activities] [More About Caprock Canyons SP & Trailway] [Featured Events]

Featured Event October 31, 2009 — Fort Richardson SP&HS & Lost Creek Reservoir State Trailway — Annual Ghost Walk — Meet at the parade grounds and take a night walk to see inside the historic buildings after dark. A fun, safe event for kids of all ages. 8-9 p.m. (940) 567-3506. [Events at the Same Site] [Events in the Same Region] [Similar Activities] [More About Fort Richardson SP&HS & Lost Creek Reservoir State Trailway] [Featured Events]

Featured Event October 31, 2009 — Lake Somerville SP & Trailway/Birch Creek Unit — Hallows Eve Hike — Come join us for a spookily good time on our Hallows Eve Trail. After completing the tormenting trek, you will be greeted by a park ranger telling ghost stories around the campfire. Appropriate for ages 6 and up. Dusk-eerily dark; fee $1 per person (979) 535-7763. [Events at the Same Site] [Events in the Same Region] [Similar Activities] [More About Lake Somerville SP & Trailway/Birch Creek Unit] [Featured Events]

Featured Event October 31, 2009 — Lake Texana SP — Annual Haunted Trail — Come on out for a spooky good time. There will be carnival games, candy, and of course the Haunted Trail through the woods. Accessible for the mobility impaired. 7-9 p.m. (361) 782-5718. [Events at the Same Site] [Events in the Same Region] [Similar Activities] [More About Lake Texana SP] [Featured Events]

Featured Event October 31, 2009 — Martin Dies, Jr. SP — Haunted Hike — Take a walk down the "Haunted Trail" and encounter scary "monsters" and frightening ghouls! For $1, you can cozy up to the campfire while you roast a hotdog and marshmallows and drink a soda. Play games, win prizes and get a terrifying Halloween tattoo. Fun for the whole family! 6-8 p.m. (409) 384-5231. [Events at the Same Site] [Events in the Same Region] [Similar Activities] [More About Martin Dies, Jr. SP] [Featured Events]

Featured Event November 14, 2009 — Big Bend Ranch SP — La Fiesta — Big Bend Ranch State Park welcomes a new era of family recreation and outdoor adventure opportunities. Come celebrate with the state park staff and residents of the local communities of the Big Bend area as Texas Parks and Wildlife Department presents this public awareness event at the ranch. Free park entry, a free barbecue lunch and a variety of free tours and activities will be offered to each guest who wishes to participate in the outdoor recreation opportunities promotion of Texas' premier primitive wilderness park. Accessible for the mobility and visually impaired. 9:30 a.m.-5 p.m.; reservations required (432) 358-4444. [News Release] [Events at the Same Site] [Events in the Same Region] [Similar Activities] [More About Big Bend Ranch SP] [Featured Events]

Featured Event November 16–17, 2009 — Fort Worth, Texas — H2O4TEXAS: The Water Event — This event will increase public awareness of the critical water shortfalls facing Texas and begin mobilizing support for full implementation of the State Water Plan, a goal that the H2O4TEXAS campaign will continue to pursue before and after the conference. Sen. Kip Averitt and Rep. Allan Ritter, in conjunction with the Texas Water Foundation, will host this conference, held at the Omni Hotel, 1300 Houston St. Noon-7 p.m. Monday and 8 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Tuesday. For the agenda, visit http://www.gillelandcreekpress.com/H2O4TEXASagenda.pdf and to register, visit http://www.texaswater.org/waterfortexas/. It is recommended that you register and book hotel rooms soon, as they are expected to fill quickly. [Events at the Same Site] [Events in the Same Region] [Similar Activities] [Featured Events]

Featured Event November 28, 2009 — Fanthorp Inn SHS — Twilight-Firelight — Visit the 1850s stagecoach inn bedecked with lanterns, luminaries and holiday decorations. The inn comes to life with dulcimer music, caroling, cowboy poetry, living history and period characters. Ride the stagecoach and wagon from the historic Grimes County Courthouse to the inn. Enjoy holiday fare and start the holidays off right. 4:30-7:30 p.m. (936) 873-2633. [Events at the Same Site] [Events in the Same Region] [Similar Activities] [More About Fanthorp Inn SHS] [Featured Events]

Featured Event November 28, 2009 — Lyndon B. Johnson SP&HS — Holiday Cookie Decorating and German Traditions — Have fun decorating cookies as it was done for a German Christmas tree in the 1900s at the Sauer-Beckmann Living History Farm. Enjoy hearing the legend of St. Nicholas and experience other German holiday activities and traditions on the farm. Christmas shopping in the park gift store, and the other holiday traditions in the park and farm are sure to get you in the holiday spirit! Accessible for the mobility impaired. 10 a.m.-3 p.m. (830) 644-2252. [Events at the Same Site] [Events in the Same Region] [Similar Activities] [More About Lyndon B. Johnson SP&HS] [Featured Events]

Updated 2009-10-05 06:06:09


Information:

This calendar lists events and activities that are held at TPWD sites or associated with TPWD programs or in which TPWD staff has a presence.

Symbols and Abbreviations

  • Checkmark Image = Featured Event
  • Checkmark Image = Accessible Event (See Below)
  • 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

 Accessibility

 Accessibility information is included in the event descriptions.

  • Mobility Impaired (Facilities/paths are considered wheelchair accessible, there is seating that is accessible.)
  • Visually Impaired (Sight is not essential for the experience; audio descriptions given, handout material covered verbally, available electronically or in Braille.)
  • Hearing Impaired (Assistive listening devices or sign language interpreters available with advance notice.)

Calendars on Other Sites