Texas Park & Wildlife Events

Jan 20

1:00p

MLK Day of Service

Nurdle Patrol! What is a nurdle and why do we have to patrol it?
Jan 21

8:30a

Bird Walk

Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley State Park
Join us for a guided walk showcasing migratory as well as tropical resident birds such as Plain Chachalaca, Great Kiskadee, Green Jay and Altamira Oriole.
Jan 21

8:30a

Choke Canyon Bird Walk

Choke Canyon State Park – Calliham Unit
Come join our Bird Host for a bird walk at Choke Canyon State Park!
Jan 21

7:00p

Line Dancing Class

Lockhart State Park
Don’t miss the music and fun in this family-friendly dance class! All ages and abilities welcome.
Jan 22

Fate Bell’s Pictograph Shelter/Canyon Guided Walking Tour

Seminole Canyon State Park & Historic Site
For the month of January, the park will be offering two guided-only hikes, 10 am and then again at 3 pm, to go down into the canyon to view pictographs (ancient drawings) on Wednesday through Sunday. There are no tours available on Monday and Tuesday. For more information to plan your visit, click on blue title (above) for FAQs.
Jan 22

8:00a

Bird Sanctuary Fun

Choke Canyon State Park – Calliham Unit
Learn to provide setup situations for photographing and watching birds in a controlled environment.
Jan 22

8:30a

World Birding Center Bird Walks

Estero Llano Grande State Park
All ages and skill-levels are welcome on this two-hour tour of the park, finding as many species of birds as possible, especially the 30 that are termed Valley Specialties!
Jan 22

8:30a

Woodland Bird Walk

Goose Island State Park
What will you find on a bird walk through the woods?
Jan 22

2:00p

Electric Tram Tour

Estero Llano Grande State Park
Join us on a narrated ranger-driven, two-hour tour of the park in a quiet electric tram. Reservations required.
Jan 22

6:00p

TPWD Angler Education Instructor Training Workshop – CANCELLED

Hurst, TX – Longhorn Council Scout Office
Sorry -this workshop has been cancelled due to low registration.
Jan 23

Fate Bell’s Pictograph Shelter/Canyon Guided Walking Tour

Seminole Canyon State Park & Historic Site
For the month of January, the park will be offering two guided-only hikes, 10 am and then again at 3 pm, to go down into the canyon to view pictographs (ancient drawings) on Wednesday through Sunday. There are no tours available on Monday and Tuesday. For more information to plan your visit, click on blue title (above) for FAQs.
Jan 23

8:30a

Bird Walk

Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley State Park
Join us for a guided walk showcasing migratory as well as tropical resident birds such as Plain Chachalaca, Great Kiskadee, Green Jay and Altamira Oriole.
Jan 23

8:30a

Big Tree Natural Area Bird Walk

Goose Island State Park
Come along with us to view birds at the Big Tree Natural Area!
Jan 23

9:00a

Hike with a Homeless Dog

Davis Mountains State Park
Help a homeless dog have a great time on the trail!
Jan 23

10:00a

Hike with a Ranger!

South Llano River State Park
Hike the West Canyon Loop trail with a ranger!
Jan 23

10:00a

Beginning Bird Photography Hike

Choke Canyon State Park – Calliham Unit
Take a guided photo tour to learn the secrets of bird photography from our Bird Host, Alan.
Jan 23

1:30p

Plant Hike

Estero Llano Grande State Park
Join us for a ranger-led hike to identify and learn about interesting native and non-native plants in the park.
Jan 23

2:00p

Fort Davis Tales

Indian Lodge
Come hear how the coolest town in Texas came to be.
Jan 23

7:00p

Line Dancing Class

Lockhart State Park
Don’t miss the music and fun in this family-friendly dance class! All ages and abilities welcome.
Jan 23

7:00p

New Moon Hike

Estero Llano Grande State Park
A two-hour hike at night, led by knowledgeable rangers. You’ve seen the park in the daytime, now see it at night!
Jan 24

Fate Bell’s Pictograph Shelter/Canyon Guided Walking Tour

Seminole Canyon State Park & Historic Site
For the month of January, the park will be offering two guided-only hikes, 10 am and then again at 3 pm, to go down into the canyon to view pictographs (ancient drawings) on Wednesday through Sunday. There are no tours available on Monday and Tuesday. For more information to plan your visit, click on blue title (above) for FAQs.
Jan 24

7:30a

Coffee with a Ranger

Goose Island State Park
Lapping waves, salt air, and conversation with a ranger over morning coffee!
Jan 24

8:00a

Wildlife Tax Valuation Workshop – Burnet – Full

Burnet, TX – AgriLife Extension
Workshop is full. Biologists will provide an overview of the wildlife tax valuation, developing a wildlife management plan, and management practices.
Jan 24

8:30a

Bird Walk

Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley State Park
Join us for a guided walk showcasing migratory as well as tropical resident birds such as Plain Chachalaca, Great Kiskadee, Green Jay and Altamira Oriole.
Jan 24

8:30a

Shorebird Walk

Goose Island State Park
Discover the birds that call the shorelines of Goose Island State Park home!
Jan 24

8:30a

Choke Canyon Bird Walk

Choke Canyon State Park – Calliham Unit
Come join our Bird Host for a bird walk at Choke Canyon State Park!
Jan 24

9:00a

Project WILD Facilitator Training

Dallas, TX – Dallas Zoo
Training and certification to conduct Texas Project WILD, Aquatic WILD, and Growing Up WILD workshops – prerequisite required
Jan 24

10:00a

10 am Tram Tour

Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley State Park
Join us while we explore Bentsen State Park from the comfort of an electric park shuttle.
Jan 24

10:00a

Pre-K in the Park

South Llano River State Park
Bring the little ones (ages 3-5) and explore the great outdoors!
Jan 24

11:00a

Texas Southern University Part-time Job Fair

Houston, TX – Student Center (Tiger Room) 3rd Floor
Talk with a Texas Parks and Wildlife Recruiter about internship and career opportunities.
Jan 24

1:00p

Red River Rendezvous Fly Tying Extravaganza

Eisenhower State Park
Meet other fly fisherman, learn to tie flies and fish at Eisenhower State Park
Jan 24

1:30p

Butterfly and Dragonfly Walks

Estero Llano Grande State Park
Join us on a ranger-led hike through the park noting these beautiful insects, some found nowhere else but in South Texas.
Jan 24

2:00p

Homeschool Days

Sheldon Lake State Park & Environmental Learning Center
From fishing to ponding to technology, kids will learn something new each week! Great for all school-aged kids!
Jan 24

6:30p

Stargazing 101

Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
Join a park ranger as we learn to navigate our dark skies.
Jan 24

6:30p

Starrytelling

Copper Breaks State Park
Come spend a night under the stars!
Jan 25

Fate Bell’s Pictograph Shelter/Canyon Guided Walking Tour

Seminole Canyon State Park & Historic Site
For the month of January, the park will be offering two guided-only hikes, 10 am and then again at 3 pm, to go down into the canyon to view pictographs (ancient drawings) on Wednesday through Sunday. There are no tours available on Monday and Tuesday. For more information to plan your visit, click on blue title (above) for FAQs.
Jan 25

Family Trout Fishing Days

Daingerfield State Park
We’re being stocked with trout! Join us for a fun fishing day for the whole family!
Jan 25

29th Annual Trout Clinic

Fort Parker State Park
The Annual Trout Clinic introduces children and youth to the fun of fishing! Come help catch the 1,000 fresh, colorful rainbow trout in our Lake Springfield!
Jan 25

8:00a

Upper Canyon Half-Day Guided Hike

Seminole Canyon State Park & Historic Site
THIS EVENT REQUIRES REGISTRATION.This guided-only hike takes you into the remote upper sections of Seminole Canyon boundaries, where the participants will be led to several remnant-sites of the Southern Pacific railroad-era (1882–1892) and to the Seminole Watering Hole, a historical stopover/camp site for the U.S. Army’s Detachment Black Seminole-Indian Scouts and their Lt. John L. Bullis.
Jan 25

8:30a

Volunteer Trail Work Day!

Buescher State Park
Join us to improve the trails in the Lost Pines Park Complex! January 25th at Buescher State Park!
Jan 25

8:30a

Coffee With Rangers

Cleburne State Park
Join us for campfire coffee and questions with rangers.
Jan 25

8:30a

World Birding Center Bird Walks

Estero Llano Grande State Park
All ages and skill-levels are welcome on this two-hour tour of the park, finding as many species of birds as possible, especially the 30 that are termed Valley Specialties!
Jan 25

8:30a

Bird Walk

Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley State Park
Join us for a guided walk showcasing migratory as well as tropical resident birds such as Plain Chachalaca, Great Kiskadee, Green Jay and Altamira Oriole.
Jan 25

8:30a

Big Tree Natural Area Bird Walk

Goose Island State Park
Come along with us to view birds at the Big Tree Natural Area!
Jan 25

8:30a

Choke Canyon Bird Walk

Choke Canyon State Park – Calliham Unit
Come join our Bird Host for a bird walk at Choke Canyon State Park!
Jan 25

8:30a

Coffee and Conversation with a Ranger

Colorado Bend State Park
Join a ranger for hot coffee and conversation.
Jan 25

9:00a

Birding Walk on the Wild Side

Davis Mountains State Park
Explore bird life on a slow one-mile nature walk through Limpia Canyon with experienced volunteers.
Jan 25

9:00a

Honey Creek Saturday Morning Nature Hike

Honey Creek State Natural Area
Join us to learn the about the cultural and natural history of Honey Creek.
Jan 25

9:00a

Last Saturday Volunteer Work Day

Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
Join us in making the park better for everyone.
Jan 25

9:00a

Incredible Edible Plant Walk

Sheldon Lake State Park & Environmental Learning Center
Take a walk into the past and see which plants were utilized by those who came before us!
Jan 25

9:00a

Junior Rangers

Estero Llano Grande State Park
A free Activity Journal is included in this ranger-led exploration of the park culminating in a Junior Ranger Badge.
Jan 25

9:00a

Beginner Bird Hike

McKinney Falls State Park
Come see the wonderful variety of resident and migratory birds that live at McKinney Falls!
Jan 25

9:00a

Fly Fishing Class

Texas Freshwater Fisheries Center
Join us for a beginners fly fishing class – no experience required. Master fly-fisher Bob Cappallo will focus on equipment, equipment selection, basic knot tying, casting and casting fundamentals.
Jan 25

9:00a

28th Annual Kid Fish!

Lake Corpus Christi State Park
Bring the entire family out to learn the basics of casting, and enjoy all the fun activities at Lake Corpus Christi State Park during this wonderful annual event.
Jan 25

9:00a

Bird Walk

Garner State Park
Join a local naturalist on an easy guided hike observing the birds of the Hill Country!
Jan 25

9:30a

Summit Hike

Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
Join a park ranger or Master Naturalist as we hike to the top of Enchanted Rock! — START TIME FOR JANUARY 17th HAS BEEN CHANGED TO 2:30PM.
Jan 25

10:00a

Fish Arts & Crafts

Martin Dies, Jr. State Park
Join Park Host Lorinda to make a fun fish arts & crafts.
Jan 25

10:00a

10 am Tram Tour

Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley State Park
Join us while we explore Bentsen State Park from the comfort of an electric park shuttle.
Jan 25

10:00a

Backyard Bass: Flex Your Fishing Skills

Inks Lake State Park
Let’s practice casting and reeling in plastic fish! Fun for all ages!
Jan 25

10:00a

Angler Education Instructor Training Workshop

Pearland, TX – Bass Pro Shops Pearland
Become a TPWD Certified Angler Education Instructor
Jan 25

10:00a

31st Annual Kid’s Fishing Day

Lake Bob Sandlin State Park
Join us for the 31st Annual Kid’s Fishing Day!
Jan 25

10:00a

Archery in the Park

Ray Roberts Lake State Park – Johnson Branch Unit
Learn how to shoot!
Jan 25

10:00a

Geocaching 101

Wyler Aerial Tramway
Have you heard about geocaching? No? This program is for you, then!
Jan 25

10:00a

Atlatl in the Morning

Blanco State Park
Prehistoric spear throwing. Come see primitive hunting techniques, and physics in motion!
Jan 25

10:00a

Trails, Cameras, Action!

Hill Country State Natural Area
Get your cameras ready and put your detective skills to the test!
Jan 25

10:00a

Cross Timbers Bird Walk

Lake Mineral Wells State Park & Trailway
Join our guided birding walk in the park. How many species can we find?
Jan 25

10:00a

Mission Rosario History Tour

Goliad State Park & Historic Site
See the ruins of Mission Rosario and learn about its history on a Ranger-led tour of this unique site.
Jan 25

11:00a

A Year of Nature Journaling

Lake Arrowhead State Park
Let’s make 2020 even more epic by keeping a year-long nature journal!
Jan 25

11:00a

Skins and Skulls

Copper Breaks State Park
Join us to learn more about who’s who in the park
Jan 25

11:00a

Native Edible and Medicinal Plants Walk

McKinney Falls State Park
Join us for explorations in ethnobotany! Learn the names and historic uses of common Texas Hill Country plants.
Jan 25

1:00p

Guided Hike

Garner State Park
Explore Crystal Cave and Bridges Trail with a ranger.
Jan 25

1:00p

Hike Through January

Daingerfield State Park
Join us on an afternoon hike around the lake!
Jan 25

1:00p

Birding for Beginners Hike

Bastrop State Park
Being bird brained is fun! Come join us to learn a new hobby for your outdoor adventures!
Jan 25

1:00p

Archery in the Park

Ray Roberts Lake State Park – Johnson Branch Unit
Learn the basics of archery!
Jan 25

1:00p

Geology with Jeff!

Palo Duro Canyon State Park
Take a hike with GeoJeff, a local geologist, and discover the canyon in a gneiss way!
Jan 25

1:30p

Birding Basics

Estero Llano Grande State Park
Basic techniques from field guides to binoculars, especially for newbies!
Jan 25

2:00p

Skins & Skulls

Choke Canyon State Park – Calliham Unit
Come learn about wildlife found at Choke Canyon State Park and other areas of Texas with one of our park rangers! Then put your identification skills to the test with a game!
Jan 25

2:00p

Lil’ Naturalist Nature Hike

Sheldon Lake State Park & Environmental Learning Center
A story and a stroll for the lil’ nature lovers in your family!
Jan 25

2:00p

Guided 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.
Jan 25

2:00p

Zombie Apocalypse

Tyler State Park
Can you survive?
Jan 25

2:00p

Junior Ranger Exploration Trek

San Angelo State Park
This hike is for the kiddos who would like to be sworn in as official Junior Rangers, complete the field journal, and get their badges.
Jan 25

2:00p

Do It Yourself Dutch Ovens (Program Full)

Eisenhower State Park
Like cooking classes? Enjoy collaborative learning? Interested in learning how to use a camp Dutch oven, but don’t have one? Then register for Do It Yourself Dutch Ovens!
Jan 25

2:00p

The Atlatl

Lake Arrowhead State Park
Try your hand at throwing a prehistoric weapon
Jan 25

2:00p

Penitentiary Hollow Wild Walk

Lake Mineral Wells State Park & Trailway
Explore beautiful sandstone formations in remote areas only accessible on this guided hike.
Jan 25

2:00p

Welcome to Cretaceous Park – Exploration Station

McKinney Falls State Park
Did you know that there is an extinct volcano near McKinney Falls State Park? Did you know that all of central Texas was at one point under a shallow sea? Discover the creatures that lived in the deep at this Cretaceous Park Exploration Station!
Jan 25

2:00p

Reading with a Ranger

Ray Roberts Lake State Park – Isle Du Bois Unit
Bring the little ones out for nature-themed story time!
Jan 25

3:00p

Track Talk

Dinosaur Valley State Park
Gather round and hear the 113-million-year-old story of our dinosaur tracks!
Jan 25

3:00p

Fire is Living History!

Copper Breaks State Park
Come learn the importance of fire for survival!
Jan 25

3:00p

Fish Printing – Art in the Park!

Buescher State Park
Use your creativity to decorate your own fish creation to take home!
Jan 25

3:00p

Prehistoric Hunting – The Atlatl

Pedernales Falls State Park
How well can you use ancient technology to survive?
Jan 25

3:15p

Keeper’s Cottage Tour

Goliad State Park & Historic Site
Explore the unique history of the CCC-built “Keeper’s Cottage” at the El Camino Real Visitors Center as a ranger presents the fascinating story of this beautiful building.
Jan 25

4:00p

Evening Bayside Exploration Walk

Mustang Island State Park
Crabs, birds, fish, Oh my! You haven’t experienced the whole island if you’ve never explored the bayside…
Jan 25

4:00p

On the Hunt with Geocaching

Goose Island State Park
A modern-day treasure hunt that’s fun for the whole family!
Jan 25

4:00p

Phases of the Moon

Lake Livingston State Park
Learn about the different phases of the moon and why the moon appears to disappear and reappear each month.
Jan 25

4:00p

Create a Star Wheel

Ray Roberts Lake State Park – Isle Du Bois Unit
Equip yourself to discover the night sky.
Jan 25

4:45p

Create Your Own Planisphere!

Lake Livingston State Park
Create your own planisphere, which is a map of the night sky that you can adjust for any date and time!
Jan 25

5:00p

Inks Lake State Park Twilight Hike

Inks Lake State Park
Let’s discover the sights and sounds of twilight together.
Jan 25

5:30p

Owls: Silent Hunters of the Night

Tyler State Park
Discover Tyler State Park’s 4 owl species.
Jan 25

6:00p

Creatures of the Night

Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley State Park
See the creatures that creep, crawl, and call in the night!
Jan 25

6:30p

Night Hike

Copper Breaks State Park
Creatures of the night from scorpions to bats might make an appearance on this hike. Anything is possible! Join us for a hike to see some of these creatures.
Jan 25

7:00p

Winter Constellation Tour

Mustang Island State Park
Spanish and French explorers navigated by observing the stars. Peer through one of our telescopes and travel to the time before GPS
Jan 25

7:00p

Fall Constellations

Pedernales Falls State Park
The stars at night are big and bright!
Jan 25

7:00p

Stories in the Stars

Ray Roberts Lake State Park – Isle Du Bois Unit
Starhop across the winter sky.
Jan 25

7:30p

Winter Stargazing

Lockhart State Park
Discover the wonders of the Winter Sky in this special stargazing event!
Jan 25

8:00p

Star Party

Palo Duro Canyon State Park
Join the Amarillo Astronomy Club astronomers on a trip across the universe!
Jan 25

8:00p

Star Stories: Stargazing on the Peninsula

Lake Livingston State Park
Learn about the stars and constellations visible above East Texas.
Jan 26

Fate Bell’s Pictograph Shelter/Canyon Guided Walking Tour

Seminole Canyon State Park & Historic Site
For the month of January, the park will be offering two guided-only hikes, 10 am and then again at 3 pm, to go down into the canyon to view pictographs (ancient drawings) on Wednesday through Sunday. There are no tours available on Monday and Tuesday. For more information to plan your visit, click on blue title (above) for FAQs.
Jan 26

8:30a

World Birding Center Bird Walks

Estero Llano Grande State Park
All ages and skill-levels are welcome on this two-hour tour of the park, finding as many species of birds as possible, especially the 30 that are termed Valley Specialties!
Jan 26

8:30a

Bird Walk

Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley State Park
Join us for a guided walk showcasing migratory as well as tropical resident birds such as Plain Chachalaca, Great Kiskadee, Green Jay and Altamira Oriole.
Jan 26

8:30a

Birding Hike

Pedernales Falls State Park
Join our park ranger in viewing local and migrating birds!
Jan 26

9:00a

Honey Creek Sunday Morning Nature Hike

Honey Creek State Natural Area
Join us to learn the about the cultural and natural history of Honey Creek.
Jan 26

9:00a

Skins and Skulls

Goliad State Park & Historic Site
Get up close and personal with some of the animals of Goliad State Park by looking at, and feeling, their fur, talons, and teeth!
Jan 26

9:30a

Summit Hike

Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
Join a park ranger or Master Naturalist as we hike to the top of Enchanted Rock! — START TIME FOR JANUARY 17th HAS BEEN CHANGED TO 2:30PM.
Jan 26

9:30a

Birding 101 at the Wildlife Viewing Station

Inks Lake State Park
Learn to ID birds by shape, color, song and behavior, and also how to attract them to your yard at home!
Jan 26

10:00a

Wildlife Scavenger Hunt

Sheldon Lake State Park & Environmental Learning Center
Put your skills to the test on this wildlife-themed scavenger hunt!
Jan 26

10:00a

Ask a Ranger

Mustang Island State Park
Ever wonder what lives in the holes at the beach or why don’t we rake the sargassum seaweed?
Jan 26

10:00a

Fishing with a Ranger

Lake Arrowhead State Park
Fish ID and fishin’ basics!
Jan 26

11:00a

Overlook Hike

Dinosaur Valley State Park
Grab your boots and join a ranger for a hike to the best view in the park!
Jan 26

11:00a

Overlook Hike

Dinosaur Valley State Park
Grab your boots and join a ranger for a hike to the best view in the park!
Jan 26

11:30a

An Enchanted Rock Diet

Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
Re-connect with the natural world by learning more about the plants and animals around you!
Jan 26

12:00p

Last Sunday Hike

Wyler Aerial Tramway
Not much time? Join us for a short hike!
Jan 26

2:00p

Sunday Afternoon Ranger Walks

Palmetto State Park
Join us for a guided hike of Palmetto State Park. All ages welcome.
Jan 26

2:00p

Electric Tram Tour

Estero Llano Grande State Park
Join us on a narrated ranger-driven, two-hour tour of the park in a quiet electric tram. Reservations required.
Jan 26

2:00p

Birds of a Feather

Sheldon Lake State Park & Environmental Learning Center
Find out what kinds of birds live at Sheldon Lake State Park!
Jan 26

2:00p

Track Talk

Dinosaur Valley State Park
Gather round and hear the 113-million-year-old story of our dinosaur tracks!
Jan 26

2:00p

Guided 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.
Jan 26

2:00p

Disc Golf with a Ranger

Lake Arrowhead State Park
Play a round of disc golf!
Jan 26

2:30p

Nature Photography

Estero Llano Grande State Park
Everything you need to know about nature photography!
Jan 26

3:15p

Keeper’s Cottage Tour

Goliad State Park & Historic Site
Explore the unique history of the CCC-built “Keeper’s Cottage” at the El Camino Real Visitors Center as a ranger presents the fascinating story of this beautiful building.
Jan 28

8:30a

Bird Walk

Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley State Park
Join us for a guided walk showcasing migratory as well as tropical resident birds such as Plain Chachalaca, Great Kiskadee, Green Jay and Altamira Oriole.
Jan 28

8:30a

Choke Canyon Bird Walk

Choke Canyon State Park – Calliham Unit
Come join our Bird Host for a bird walk at Choke Canyon State Park!
Jan 29

Fate Bell’s Pictograph Shelter/Canyon Guided Walking Tour

Seminole Canyon State Park & Historic Site
For the month of January, the park will be offering two guided-only hikes, 10 am and then again at 3 pm, to go down into the canyon to view pictographs (ancient drawings) on Wednesday through Sunday. There are no tours available on Monday and Tuesday. For more information to plan your visit, click on blue title (above) for FAQs.
Jan 29

8:00a

Bird Sanctuary Fun

Choke Canyon State Park – Calliham Unit
Learn to provide setup situations for photographing and watching birds in a controlled environment.
Jan 29

8:30a

World Birding Center Bird Walks

Estero Llano Grande State Park
All ages and skill-levels are welcome on this two-hour tour of the park, finding as many species of birds as possible, especially the 30 that are termed Valley Specialties!
Jan 29

8:30a

Woodland Bird Walk

Goose Island State Park
What will you find on a bird walk through the woods?
Jan 29

10:00a

Bird with a Ranger

Guadalupe River State Park
Come birding with us!
Jan 29

2:00p

Electric Tram Tour

Estero Llano Grande State Park
Join us on a narrated ranger-driven, two-hour tour of the park in a quiet electric tram. Reservations required.
Jan 29

2:00p

New Volunteer Orientation

Sea Center Texas
Join the team that makes what we do possible! Learn about Sea Center Texas and the variety of available volunteer opportunities.
Jan 30

Fate Bell’s Pictograph Shelter/Canyon Guided Walking Tour

Seminole Canyon State Park & Historic Site
For the month of January, the park will be offering two guided-only hikes, 10 am and then again at 3 pm, to go down into the canyon to view pictographs (ancient drawings) on Wednesday through Sunday. There are no tours available on Monday and Tuesday. For more information to plan your visit, click on blue title (above) for FAQs.
Jan 30

8:30a

Bird Walk

Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley State Park
Join us for a guided walk showcasing migratory as well as tropical resident birds such as Plain Chachalaca, Great Kiskadee, Green Jay and Altamira Oriole.
Jan 30

8:30a

Big Tree Natural Area Bird Walk

Goose Island State Park
Come along with us to view birds at the Big Tree Natural Area!
Jan 30

9:00a

Hike with a Homeless Dog

Davis Mountains State Park
Help a homeless dog have a great time on the trail!
Jan 30

9:00a

Veterans Job Fair

Fort Worth, TX – VA Veterans Employment Services
Talk with Texas Parks Wildlife Recruiting about your career and internships.
Jan 30

10:00a

Hike with a Ranger!

South Llano River State Park
Hike the West Canyon Loop trail with a ranger!
Jan 30

10:00a

Beginning Bird Photography Hike

Choke Canyon State Park – Calliham Unit
Take a guided photo tour to learn the secrets of bird photography from our Bird Host, Alan.
Jan 30

1:30p

Plant Hike

Estero Llano Grande State Park
Join us for a ranger-led hike to identify and learn about interesting native and non-native plants in the park.
Jan 30

2:00p

Fort Davis Tales

Indian Lodge
Come hear how the coolest town in Texas came to be.
Jan 31

Fate Bell’s Pictograph Shelter/Canyon Guided Walking Tour

Seminole Canyon State Park & Historic Site
For the month of January, the park will be offering two guided-only hikes, 10 am and then again at 3 pm, to go down into the canyon to view pictographs (ancient drawings) on Wednesday through Sunday. There are no tours available on Monday and Tuesday. For more information to plan your visit, click on blue title (above) for FAQs.
Jan 31

7:00a

Birding Field Trip –Harlingen and South Padre Island

Estero Llano Grande State Park
Our birding program leaves the Park itself in a 15-passenger van, with a birding guide, a driver, and the pleasure of birding the Valley.
Jan 31

8:00a

Wildlife Tax Valuation Workshop – Fredericksburg – Full

Fredericksburg, TX – AgriLife Extension
This workshop is full. Learn about the wildlife tax valuation, developing a wildlife management plan, and management practices.
Jan 31

8:30a

Bird Walk

Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley State Park
Join us for a guided walk showcasing migratory as well as tropical resident birds such as Plain Chachalaca, Great Kiskadee, Green Jay and Altamira Oriole.
Jan 31

8:30a

Shorebird Walk

Goose Island State Park
Discover the birds that call the shorelines of Goose Island State Park home!
Jan 31

8:30a

Choke Canyon Bird Walk

Choke Canyon State Park – Calliham Unit
Come join our Bird Host for a bird walk at Choke Canyon State Park!
Jan 31

10:00a

10 am Tram Tour

Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley State Park
Join us while we explore Bentsen State Park from the comfort of an electric park shuttle.
Jan 31

1:30p

Butterfly and Dragonfly Walks

Estero Llano Grande State Park
Join us on a ranger-led hike through the park noting these beautiful insects, some found nowhere else but in South Texas.
Jan 31

2:00p

Homeschool Days

Sheldon Lake State Park & Environmental Learning Center
From fishing to ponding to technology, kids will learn something new each week! Great for all school-aged kids!
Jan 31

4:00p

Birdy Hour!

Choke Canyon State Park – Calliham Unit
Watch and learn how to take great bird photos right in your own backyard, while relaxing with friends!
Jan 31

5:00p

Evening Track Talk

Dinosaur Valley State Park
Gather round and hear the tale 113-million-year-old story of our dinosaur tracks!
Jan 31

6:30p

Night Hike

Dinosaur Valley State Park
Explore the sounds, smells, and sights of the park at night!

Fishing Events

Oct 12

11:00a

Junior Ranger: Backyard Bass

Atlanta State Park
Backyard Bass is designed to teach the fundamentals of casting and retrieving with a standard rod and reel without the dangers of actual fish hooks.
Oct 13

1:00p

Angler Education Instructor Training Workshop – CANCELLED

Allen, TX – Greenville Oaks Church of Christ
This workshop has been CANCELLED
Oct 16

6:00p

Angler Education Instructor Training Two-Part Workshop

Austin, TX – Asian American Resource Center
Become a Texas Parks and Wildlife Certified Angler Education Instructor
Oct 19

1:00p

Fishing 101

Lockhart State Park
Join us for some fishing fun at Lockhart State Park!
Oct 19

6:00p

Spooky Science Fest

Estero Llano Grande State Park
Bring your friends and family of all ages, in costume if you like, to join what has been 1,000 to 2,000 others for our annual Fall Festival to learn a little science and perhaps to be frightened just the right amount!
Oct 20

9:00a

Fishing with a Ranger

Huntsville State Park
Come fish with a park ranger!
Oct 23

6:00p

Angler Education Instructor Training Two-Part Workshop

Austin, TX – Asian American Resource Center
Become a Texas Parks and Wildlife Certified Angler Education Instructor
Oct 24

6:00p

Halloween at the Hatchery 2019

Texas Freshwater Fisheries Center
Grab your costumes and trick-or-treating bags! Our annual Halloween at the Hatchery event returns for an evening of family-friendly fun.
Oct 26

9:00a

Go Fish – Learn to Fish Event!

McKinney Falls State Park
Join us at McKinney Falls State Park where youth and adults can learn the basics of fishing. Event start time is 9:00 A.M.
Oct 26

9:00a

Beginning Fly Fishing Workshop

Lewisville, TX, TX – Lewisville Lake Environmental Learning Area
Learn basic fly fishing skills in a fun, free, hands-on workshop!
Oct 26

9:00a

Fishing with a Ranger

Mission Tejas State Park
Set your hook in Texas history and fish San Pedro Creek!
Oct 27

9:00a

Fishing with a Ranger

Huntsville State Park
Come fish with a park ranger!
Oct 27

1:00p

Sea Center Spooktacular

Sea Center Texas
Join Sea Center Texas for its annual Halloween Spooktacular!

November 2019

Nov 9

10:00a

Angler Education Instructor Training Workshop

Pearland, TX – Bass Pro Shops Pearland
Become a TPWD Certified Angler Education Instructor
Nov 16

9:00a

Go Fish – Learn to Fish Event!

McKinney Falls State Park
Join us at McKinney Falls State Park where youth and adults can learn the basics of fishing. Event start time is 9:00 A.M.
Nov 23

8:30a

First Catch Center Fishing Event

Humble, TX – Jesse H. Jones Park & Nature Center
Adults and youth (ages 8+) can learn the basics of fishing.

December 2019

Dec 7

1:00p

Christmas with the Fishes

Sea Center Texas
Santa is coming to Sea Center!
Dec 31

10:00a

Catching Rainbows – Family Trout Fishing

Tyler State Park
They’re just waiting to be caught!

January 2020

Jan 18

10:30a

Fishing Tournament

South Llano River State Park
You think you got the skills to get your fish on?! Well prove it by signing up!
 Credit to Texas Park & Wildlife

ANTLER FEST 2018

Event credited to The Texas Deer Association: http://www.texasdeerassociation.com

ANTLER FEST 2018

FEBRUARY 9 – 10 | EMBASSY SUITES CONFERENCE CENTER & SPA SAN MARCOS TX

29 Nov The Explosion Of Exotics In Texas Webinar

Event credited to The Texas Deer Association: http://www.texasdeerassociation.com

 The Explosion Of Exotics In Texas Webinar

 The Explosion of Exotics in Texas 

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Exotic Wildlife Association
NEWS ALERT
“Promoting Conservation through Commerce”

 

  

  
 
 The Explosion of Exotics in Texas 
Join us TODAY for this important webinar as Charly Seale discusses the explosion of exotics in Texas. Join us as we examine the many reasons behind the increase in exotic species across Texas. Our discussion will explore the intersection between native wildlife and global exotic species on ranches across Texas. Join us to learn more on how to properly manage and introduce exotic species onto your land in Texas.
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Exotic Wildlife Association
Charly Seale, Executive Director

 
November 27, 2017
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TODAY ONLY, Memberships will be buy one, get one! Perfect time to sign up yourself & a friend! GIVE THE GIFT OF TDA!

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TODAY ONLY, Memberships will be buy one, get one! Perfect time to sign up yourself & a friend! GIVE THE GIFT OF TDA!

TEXASDEERASSOCIATION.COM
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Golden Buck Competition
Do your bucks have what it takes? Register your buck for the 2018 Golden Buck competition to find out. Click the button below for the entry form, the deadline is TODAY, November 7th. Show off your herd!
Auction Consignments
Remember to turn in your consignments before the extended deadline TOMORROW,November 8th!
Event Registration
Make sure that you register early so that you can skip the registration line! Click the link to fill out the registration form. You can also go to the DBC website to see all other event information.
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TDA Texas Tour Happy Hour

OCTOBER, 2017

2017 MON 30 OCT TDA TEXAS TOUR HAPPY HOUR

4:30 pm – 7:00 pm

EVENT DETAILS

The Rustic

3656 Howell Street

Dallas, TX 75204

 

10th Annual New Year’s Auction

10th Annual New Year’s Auction
Horseshoe Bay Resort
January 19-20, 2018
Auction Consignments
The 10th Annual New Year’s Auction in January is approaching! We hope to see you at the Horseshoe Bay Resort in Horseshoe Bay on January 19-20th. Remember to turn in your consignments. The consignment deadline is October 31st.
Deadline October 31st
Golden Buck Competition
Remember to register your buck for the 2018 Golden Buck competition. Click the link below for the entry form, the deadline is November 7th. Show off your herd!
Event Registraion
Make sure that you register early so that you can skip the registration line! Click the link to fill out the registration form. You can also go to the DBC website to see all other event information.
Deer Breeders Corp. | 972.289.3100 | info@dbcDeer.com | www.dbcDeer.com

Texas Deer Association

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TDA Event

TEXAS DEER ASSOCIATION

 

TDA wants to hear from YOU on our next stop on our Texas Tour in Dallas at The Rustic, Monday 10/30! All members and potential members are welcome. Let us know that you’re coming, RSVP today at judy@texasdeerassociation.com

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PERMIAN BASIN CHAPTER BANQUET ODESSA, TX

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Golden Buck Competition

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Golden Buck Competition
Do your bucks have what it takes? Register your buck for the 2018 Golden Buck competition to find out. Click the button below for the entry form, the deadline is November 7th. Show off your herd!
Auction Consignments
Remember to turn in your consignments before the deadline, October 31st! The 10th Annual New Year’s Auction will be at the Horseshoe Bay Resort on January 19-20th.
Event Registration
Make sure that you register early so that you can skip the registration line! Click the link to fill out the registration form. You can also go to the DBC website to see all other event information.
Deer Breeders Corp. | 972.289.3100 | info@dbcDeer.com | www.dbcDeer.com
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Golden Buck Competition

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Golden Buck Competition
Do your bucks have what it takes? Register your buck for the 2018 Golden Buck competition to find out. Click the button below for the entry form, the deadline is November 7th. Show off your herd!
Auction Consignments
Remember to turn in your consignments before the deadline, October 31st! The 10th Annual New Year’s Auction will be at the Horseshoe Bay Resort on January 19-20th.
Event Registration
Make sure that you register early so that you can skip the registration line! Click the link to fill out the registration form. You can also go to the DBC website to see all other event information.
Deer Breeders Corp. | 972.289.3100 | info@dbcDeer.com | www.dbcDeer.com
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DBC North American Deer Registry Update

NORTH AMERICAN DEER REGISTRY UPDATE
North American Deer Registry Office
Phone Number: 405-513-7228
When working your deer this fall don’t forget to pull samples on all your Bucks and Does that are in your breeding program.
Why Is This Important?
NADR is transitioning to new technology for Parentage beginning in 2017.  This new technology is called SNPs and will be utilized side by side with our old technology, STRs, until every breeder is fully transitioned over.  At that time, we will only utilize SNP technology for parentage testing.
What Are the Advantages?
  1. Lower costs
  2. More markers which means easier to interpret data and results
What Does Each Breeder Need to Do?
 
Although we expect this transition to take several years, each breeder can speed up their own ranches transition by proactively doing the following.
  1. Obtain a sample from any buck or doe that was tested prior to 2017 that you expect to produce offspring in the future.
  2. Contact the NADR office and coordinate submitting these samples with your 2017 fawns.
  3. Once your herd is transitioned, any future fawns submitted will only utilize the SNP technology for testing which will result in a reduced price to the breeder.
Will the Breeder Have to Pay To Transition His Breeding Stock to SNPs?
For every fawn sample submitted, NADR will process a Buck or Doe free of charge.  This will help expedite the transition for your ranch.   If you have questions, please call the NADR office and someone will walk you thru the process.
Deer Breeders Corp. | 972.289.3100 | info@dbcdeer.com | www.DBCdeer.com

Youth Videoconference – Owl Adaptations

Youth Videoconference – Owl Adaptations

When: October 3rd, 2017
Where: Online
Hosted By: TWA
Who: Youth Videoconference

 

The owl: nature’s nocturnal bird of prey.  Accompanied by our live Eastern Screech Owl in the studio, we will learn about these interesting animals found around the globe and all across Texas.  This program will examine the special adaptations which allow them to fly, hunt for prey, and survive in their environment.  We will also play the calls of some common Texas owls that your students may hear in their own backyard.

Join TWA for the Fall 2017 Youth Videoconferencing Programs

TWA’s Youth Videoconferencing is:

  • Free, interactive, curriculum-enhancing, natural resource programs
  • Designed for Grades 1-6, TEKS-aligned K-8
  • 45 minute programs (includes student Q&A)
  • TEKS aligned post activities and worksheets
  • Includes four (4) issues of TWA’s mini-magazine Critter Connections!

 

Registration closes one week prior to program date.  Each program time has 4 Interactive and 50 Non-interactive spots available.

Sign up now:

Interactive program times (CST): 9:00 AM10:15 AM12:30 PM, and 2:00 PM

Non-interactive program times (CST): 9:00 AM10:15 AM12:30 PM, and 2:00 PM

 

Texans Urged to Celebrate National Hunting and Fishing Day Saturday, Sept. 23

Texans Urged to Celebrate National Hunting and Fishing Day Saturday, Sept. 23

AUSTIN – National Hunting and Fishing Day, an annual celebration of the contributions hunters and anglers make in conserving and protecting the nation’s wild resources, is set for Saturday, Sept. 23.

Congress established National Hunting and Fishing Day to recognize hunters and anglers for their leadership in fish and wildlife conservation. Since launching in 1971, the day has been formally proclaimed by every U.S. president and countless governors and mayors.

In proclaiming National Hunting and Fishing Day in Texas, Gov. Greg Abbott said, “At this time, I encourage all Texans to learn more about and participate in our time-honored traditions of hunting and angling and recognize the ecological, cultural, and economic benefits they provide.”

“Texas’ rich hunting and fishing heritage needs no introduction, but there are those among us who have not had the opportunity to experience our state’s great natural bounties firsthand,” said Carter Smith, Texas Parks and Wildlife Department Executive Director. “As we celebrate National Hunting and Fishing Day in Texas, I encourage each of you to take a friend, family member or co-worker fishing or hunting so they, where can i buy flagyl 500 mg too, can become part of our strong outdoor community of conservationists.”

Led by sportsman President Theodore Roosevelt, early conservationists urged sustainable use of fish and game, created hunting and fishing licenses, and lobbied for taxes on sporting equipment to provide funds for state conservation agencies. These actions were the foundation of the North American wildlife conservation model, a science-based, user-pay system that would foster the most dramatic conservation successes of all time.

Each year sportsmen and women are funding more projects that enable more public access areas to be open. Through license sales and excise taxes on equipment, hunters and anglers pay for most fish and wildlife conservation programs. On average, hunters spend $1,638 every year on the sport. Portions of these funds are allocated to support conservation.

This year, NASCAR legend Richard Childress has been selected to serve as the honorary chairman for National Hunting and Fishing Day. Childress, a 2017 inductee into the NASCAR Hall of Fame, currently serves as Chairman and CEO of Richard Childress Racing, a world-class high performance auto racing team based in Welcome, North Carolina.

For more information, visit www.nhfday.org .

Exotic Wildlife Association NEWS ALERT

Exotic Wildlife Association
NEWS ALERT
“Promoting Conservation through Commerce”

 

 

  
     
Attention Florida Members
To all our Florida members, please see Dr. Wisely’s message below. If you were affected by the Hurricane Irma, please fill out the survey below…
Thank you,
Charly Seale
Executive Director

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Dear Cervid Farming Community:
Hurricane Irma has affected every county in Florida. I hope that everyone in our community came through the storm and is safe. If you suffered losses or damages to your deer farm, we would like to hear about it. The University of Florida is collecting information from all parts of the agricultural sector to assess damages to the agricultural industry. Deer farming is an underappreciated contributor to the ag economy here in Florida, so it is especially important that your voice is heard at this time.
Please take a few minutes to fill out the following survey. The information will be shared with state and federal officials to assess losses, issues and needs across the state. The survey can be found here:
This link includes reporting of losses to Ag and horticulture crops, forestry, animals including dairy and beef cattle, poultry and other farm animals including cervids, and loss of infrastructure and equipment.  If you believe that a specific Ag-related loss is not included in this survey please specify it and include it in a category closest to it.
With warmest regards-Sam
Samantha M. Wisely, Ph.D.
Director, UF IFAS Cervidae Health Research Initiative
University of Florida
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Charly Seale, Executive Director

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September 21, 2017
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TDA Hurricane Harvey Relief Fund

Harvey brought its worst but Texans brought their best…

TDA members fought wind and waves to bring help and hope to their neighbors

CEDAR PARK, TEXAS (September 13, 2017)–August of 2017 will go down in history as the month that would change the landscape of our state forever.  Hurricane Harvey blew into Texas at Rockport, before continuing East up the coast line and parking over southeast Texas.  It began to rain—such an interminable downpour the likes of which had not been witnessed in generations.  Live were lost, homes were lost, equipment was lost, but hope was never was, thanks to the thousands upon thousands of volunteers across the state who have reached out to make all the difference in the world to their fellow neighbor. That Harvey hit our state is a tragedy, indeed.  But it has also given us the opportunity to shine as beacons of generosity, love, friendship, and showing the world just what it means to be a Texan.

“The degree to which TDA members stepped up to the plate to offer resources, equipment, donations, or even lodging at their own ranches has been tremendous,” said Patrick Tarlton, executive director of the Texas Deer Association (TDA).  We’ve witnessed such an outpouring of support from memberships, and we are ready and willing to pass that on to any who finds themselves in a difficult situation after Harvey,” said Patrick.

In addition to calling through its entire list of members, TDA quickly created #DeerRelief—an online database that allowed members to either offer assistance or to seek it out from other members.

“In the deer industry, we aren’t just competitors, we are family. I’m proud of the way our Association jumped into action to create #DeerRelief for Hurricane Harvey victims,” said TDA President Mark Hubbard. “Since its creation, hundreds of people have accessed our link, giving us the ability to connect with members from every portion of the affected areas of Texas.”

A number of TDA board, former board, staff and membership set out to deliver in-person assistance during the darkest days of Hurricane Harvey and its aftermath.  These hometown heroes selflessly have given of themselves and their resources to try and help their fellow Texans.  From helping clear debris in Rockport, helping at an evacuee processing center in Vidor, to driving boats in Beaumont, to directing supplies and managing centers in Cleveland to flying supplies to communities completely cut off by flood waters all over southeast Texas, our members have stepped up to the plate to do their part.

“Harvey may have hit us with its worst, but we are pushing back with our very best,” said Hubbard. “And TDA members and staff are leading the way, every step of the way.”

The path to rebuilding will lives, facilities, businesses, and normalcy will certainly take months, perhaps even years.  But TDA is committed to helping out deer breeders every step of the way.  If you or someone you know in the deer business has been impacted by Hurricane Harvey, please ask them to visit us at: https://texasdeerassociation.com/hurricane-harvey-relief-fund/

2ND ANNUAL TDA DOVE HUNT

SEPTEMBER, 2017

2017 WED 27 SEP 2ND ANNUAL TDA DOVE HUNT 1:00 am – 1:00 am G5 Ranch, Dilley, TX United StatesEvent Organized By: Texas Deer Association

TIME

(Wednesday) 1:00 am – 1:00 am

LOCATION

G5 Ranch

Dilley, TX United States

ORGANIZER

Texas Deer Association512-499-0466