Please spread the word and bring a friend or family member to volunteer. All ages are welcome. We are a fun group. We meet every third Saturday of every month, from 9 am to 11 am, to work on the Mineral Wells State Park pollinator garden. Additional volunteers are always needed.*If the temperature is below […]
“After attending the Night Sounds program, I found my daughter sitting on the back porch the next night, not watching TV or playing video games, but listening to nature!” – Park Visitor Listen to the sounds of a Texas night. Actual and recorded sounds of the insects, birds, frogs and mammals will be heard and […]
“The stars at night are big and bright …” Learn more about one of Texas’ best natural resources – the night sky. Observe stars, planets and constellation through the park telescopes! Learn about constellations and basic astronomy! This is a come and go event. Come by any time between 9:00 pm and 10:00 pm! Held […]
Listening to Cowboy stories and learning about our cowboy heritage can be fun!” Join David Owens, Park Ranger and Cowboy Poet for a fun evening of cowboy poetry and stories. Experience cowboy lifestyle through the poetry and stories of the Texas cowboy. Listen to cowboy stories! Bring your favorite camp chair! Held at the Lone […]
“The stars at night are big and bright …” Learn more about one of Texas’ best natural resources – the night sky. Observe stars, planets and constellation through the park telescopes! Learn about constellations and basic astronomy! This is a come and go event. Come by any time between 9:00 pm and 10:30 pm! Held […]
“Learn new songs! Songs written and performed by our native birds.” Come to the Lone Star Amphitheater to play a fun game of Texas bird identification. We will divide into teams and test our skills at identifying calls and photos of bird that can be found in the park. Bring your favorite lawn chair. Held […]
Gain confidence and build your resume as a volunteer outdoor educator! Assist Texas State Parks with overnight camping workshops with the Texas Outdoor Family Program. Outdoor Leadership Training is designed to provide Texas Outdoor Family Volunteers and Community Partner Leaders with hands-on experiences and scenarios to help them learn to facilitate overnight camping workshops at Texas […]
