Davis Mountains State Park
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Sunday June 2 2:00pm - 3:00pm CDT
Rock Stars of the Davis Mountains
Come learn about the eruptive origin of our amazing geology. Have you marveled at the amazing rock formations located in our park and the surrounding area? Join Ranger Sacha and hear the story of their origin and how they shaped our present-day landscape. This sl......More
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Monday June 3 2:00pm - 3:00pm CDT
First Peoples of the Davis Mountains
Come hear about the various cultures that have inhabited the Davis Mountains long before the arrival of Fort Davis. This area might have been put on the map in 1854 with the establishment of Fort Davis, but peoples have inhabited the Davis Mountains for 1000s of ......More
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Tuesday June 4 2:00pm - 3:00pm CDT
Anatomy of a Wildfire
Learn all about the benefits and harm that wildfires present. Wildfires present a constant threat out here in the high desert of West Texas. But wildfires do reap positive benefits too, and have been used to clear and enrich farmland for centuries. Come learn abo......More
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Wednesday June 5 9:00am - 10:30am CDT
Davis Mountains 101
Take an introductory deep dive into the Davis Mountains on this easy walk 'n' talk. Join a park volunteer (and master naturalist) on this 1.5 - 2 hour easy hike along the scenic Skyline Dr. Trail. As you take in the majestic views, learn about the interrelatednes......More
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Wednesday June 5 9:30pm - 10:30pm CDT
Dark Sky Tour
Come join us as we appreciate some of the darkest skies in the U.S. Most people live in cities where light pollution has ruined the dark sky. Out here in the Davis Mountains, we still have some of the darkest skies around. Join us as we point out planets and cons......More
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Thursday June 6 9:00am - 10:00am CDT
Hike with Homeless Dogs
Help a homeless dog have a great time on the trail! Join our pack at the Interpretive Center and give a rescue dog from Grand Companions of Fort Davis a fun morning on the trail. Maybe you'll find your new forever friend!Come ready to hike. Dog friendly. Kid frie......More
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Friday June 7 6:00pm - 7:00pm CDT
Fort Davis N.H.S. Summer Program Series
Enjoy an evening program with interpreters from Fort Davis National Historic Site. A variety of topics will be covered every Saturday through early August. One of our summer traditions is hosting interpreters from neighboring Fort Davis N.H.S for evening programs......More
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Sunday June 9 2:00pm - 3:00pm CDT
Rock Stars of the Davis Mountains
Come learn about the eruptive origin of our amazing geology. Have you marveled at the amazing rock formations located in our park and the surrounding area? Join Ranger Sacha and hear the story of their origin and how they shaped our present-day landscape. This sl......More
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Monday June 10 2:00pm - 3:00pm CDT
First Peoples of the Davis Mountains
Come hear about the various cultures that have inhabited the Davis Mountains long before the arrival of Fort Davis. This area might have been put on the map in 1854 with the establishment of Fort Davis, but peoples have inhabited the Davis Mountains for 1000s of ......More
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Tuesday June 11 10:00am - 12:00pm CDT
Homeschool Program
This outdoor education program promises a fun time for kids and parents, too. If you are a home school parent living in the vicinity, or just visiting the park, please join us for this monthly outdoor education program. We promise to deliver a little bit of learn......More
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Tuesday June 11 2:00pm - 3:00pm CDT
Anatomy of a Wildfire
Learn all about the benefits and harm that wildfires present. Wildfires present a constant threat out here in the high desert of West Texas. But wildfires do reap positive benefits too, and have been used to clear and enrich farmland for centuries. Come learn abo......More