Martin Dies, Jr. State Park
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Friday April 19 10:00am - 12:00pm CDT
Guided Kayak Trip **No rentals available**
Explore the sloughs and lake, and discover all about local flora and fauna. Reservations are not currently required to attend this program.THERE ARE NO RENTAL BOATS AVAILABLE FOR THIS PROGRAM DUE TO LAUNCH LOCATIONWhether you are an experienced kayaker or new to ......More
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Friday April 19 1:00pm - 3:00pm CDT
Education Center OPEN - Friday Hours
Explore our exhibits, engage in hands-on activities, ask questions! The Education Center is located in the Walnut Ridge Unit of the park. Come in to explore our exhibits, engage in hands on activities, ask questions, and share stories!Cost: This event is free wit......More
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Saturday April 20 8:00am - 9:00am CDT
Morning Stretches and Earth Day Breath
Wake up with the Earth through gentle stretching and intentional breath. Celebrate Earth Day this year by enjoying the glory of a beautiful morning. We'll wake up gently and practice gentle stretching and intentional breath. Feel your connection with the forest a......More
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Saturday April 20 10:00am - 1:00pm CDT
Guided Kayak Trip and Hiking Trip
Join us for a fun-filled day of kayaking and hiking! Reservations are not currently required to attend this program.Whether you are an experienced kayaker or new to the hobby, come on out and join us for a fun-filled day of kayaking and hiking with Gerald, Keith,......More
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Saturday April 20 10:00am - 11:00am CDT
Earth Day Litter Pick Up Brigade
Celebrate Earth Day in the best way - through an act of service! Help beautify our Hen House Ridge Day Use Area and give back to the Earth. Learn all about the 7 principles of Leave No Trace. Then take action and help beautify our Hen House Ridge Day Use Area. We......More
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Saturday April 20 1:00pm - 2:00pm CDT
Meet Dexter the Corn Snake!
Observe our resident corn snake, Dexter, up close. Discover the many different snakes that call this area home. First, we’ll get an up-close chance to observe Dexter, our resident corn snake. We’ll explore the important features of reptiles and learn what makes t......More
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Saturday April 20 2:30pm - 3:30pm CDT
Kids Outdoor Games
Engage in fun outdoor games! Adults must accompany youth but are allowed to sit on the sidelines! Get ready to walk like an animal, talk like an animal, and put your wildlife knowledge to the test! We'll get up and going to play different animal themed games!This......More
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Tuesday April 23 10:00am - 11:00am CDT
Homeschool Class: Compass Treasure Hunt
“Homeschool Classes” are educational field trip style lessons, only open homeschool families. Open posting to view program description. Boost your outdoors skills and discover how to use a compass. Then, put what you learned to the test and take on the Compass Tr......More
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Thursday April 25 8:30am - 12:00pm CDT
Volunteer Training: School Field Trip
Join our volunteer community and learn how to lead nature programs! All you need is a passion to discover and we'll teach you the rest. Share your knowledge and passion for nature with the next generation. School Field Trip volunteers help lead exciting outdoor e......More
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Friday April 26 10:00am - 11:30am CDT
Wellness Walk
Join us on this easy-going walk and add some forest fitness to your life! Join us on an easy going walk to kick start or continue your personal fitness journey! We'll be hiking on the Slough Trail which is approximately 2.2 miles long. When: 10amWhere: Slough Tra......More
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Friday April 26 1:00pm - 3:00pm CDT
Wildflower Seedbombs
Explore our Wildscape Garden and make your own wildflower seed bomb! This is an "open house" style program. This is an "open house" style program. About 15 people can make seed bombs at one time. If your group is larger than 15, expect to take turns. Explore our ......More
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Saturday April 27 10:30am - 11:30am CDT
Furs and Skulls **RSVP REQ'd**
Discover all about mammals as we explore furs and skulls. This program has limited capacity and requires RSVP to attend. Contact Ranger Katy to RSVP.Get a chance to explore all about mammals. We'll investigate their furs and skulls up close. We'll explore what ki......More
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Saturday April 27 1:00pm - 2:00pm CDT
Meet Dexter the Corn Snake!
Observe our resident corn snake, Dexter, up close. Discover the many different snakes that call this area home. First, we’ll get an up-close chance to observe Dexter, our resident corn snake. We’ll explore the important features of reptiles and learn what makes t......More
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Saturday April 27 1:00pm - 3:00pm CDT
Education Center OPEN - Saturday Hours
Explore our exhibits, engage in hands-on activities, ask questions! The Education Center is located in the Walnut Ridge Unit of the park. Come in to explore our exhibits, engage in hands on activities, ask questions, and share stories!Cost: This event is free wit......More
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Saturday April 27 2:00pm - 3:00pm CDT
Guided Hike
Join us for a guided hike along the beautiful Island Trail Meet up at the Walnut Slough Day Use Area. Hike along the Island Trail and learn about the native flora and fauna that call this area home. This guided hike will take about an hour and the trail is about ......More
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Saturday April 27 3:00pm - 4:00pm CDT
Conservation Hike with a Park Cop (RSVP REQ'd)
Join Officer McGarry to discover all about conservation as we hike the beautiful Island Trail. Earn the prestigious "Park Police Pal" badge for completing the hike! THIS PROGRAM HAS LIMITED SPACE. CONTACT RANGER KATY TO RSVPJoin Officer McGarry to explore all abo......More