Inks Lake State Park
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Saturday June 21 10:00am - 12:00pm CDT
A "Gneiss" day for a flight
Learn how drones are used to conduct modern day scientific research of The Llano Uplift as we study the oldest rocks in Texas. Join Geologist Peter Anderson on a guided tour to the Devi's waterhole, and the surrounding area to explore the Precambrian rocks of the......More
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Sunday June 22 10:00am - 11:00am CDT
Binoculars 101
Learn how to properly use binoculars to view wildlife and the beautiful scenery of Inks Lake! Join a ranger as you learn how to properly use a nature's lovers' greatest tool. Where: Central ParkFeel free to bring your own binoculars, a limited number will be avai......More
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Friday June 27 11:00am - 12:00pm CDT
Skins and Skulls
Come discover some of the amazing creatures found here at the park and have a chance to interact with real skins and skulls! Look at real skull and fur specimens and learn how different features like the shape of the teeth and fur coloring help each animal surviv......More
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Saturday June 28 9:00am - 11:00am CDT
Fishing with a Ranger
Join a park volunteer and learn the basics of fishing! Join park volunteers and a ranger to learn how to cast a line! Everything is provided. Fun for the whole family.Meet: North Fishing PierNo fishing license is required to attend.Park admission is free with a T......More
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Saturday June 28 2:00pm - 3:00pm CDT
Art in the Park
Join Ranger Laura for a fun watercolor craft! Enjoy our beautiful lakeside scenery and let your creative energy flow while you create a watercolor masterpiece. All supplies are provided, and this event is great for all ages. Meet: Park Store PorchPark admission ......More
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Sunday June 29 9:00am - 11:00am CDT
Beauty after the burn
Join a ranger and volunteers to discover how our landscape has recovered after a wildfire. This hike will start at the youth group camping area and take us through a landscape burned in a 2018 wildfire. We will view a variety of plant and animal life and learn ho......More
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Saturday August 2 8:30pm - 10:30pm CDT
August Inks Lake Star Party
Join the Austin Astronomical Society and use their equipment for some amazing stargazing! Bring your chairs, blankets, and binoculars for a night with the stars! Austin Astronomical Society will be at Inks Lake to share their amazing, high-powered telescopes and ......More
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Sunday August 10 9:00am - 10:30am CDT
Kayak through time
Come kayak with us, and learn about the history and geology of Inks Lake State Park Join us in kayaking to the Devil’s Waterhole and surrounding areas as we talk about the history of Inks Lake! This includes the human and geologic history as well as how and why t......More
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Saturday September 27 7:30pm - 10:00pm CDT
September Inks Lake Star Party
Join the Austin Astronomical Society and use their equipment for some amazing stargazing! Bring your chairs, blankets, and binoculars for a night with the stars! Austin Astronomical Society will be at Inks Lake to share their amazing, high-powered telescopes and ......More
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Saturday November 1 6:30pm - 9:00pm CDT
November Inks Lake Star Party
Join the Austin Astronomical Society and use their equipment for some amazing stargazing! Bring your chairs, blankets, and binoculars for a night with the stars! Austin Astronomical Society will be at Inks Lake to share their amazing, high-powered telescopes and ......More