Fort Leaton State Historic Site
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Friday December 5 11:00am CST
Coffee with a Ranger: Skins & Skulls
Join Ranger Omar to learn about some of the critters that call BBRSP home. Big Bend Ranch State Park is full of a fascinating array of critters, each with special adaptations that help them thrive in this tough environment. Come on by, relax with a cup of coffee,......More
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Saturday December 13 6:00pm - 8:00pm CST
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Wednesday December 17 10:00am - 11:00am CST
Desert Sketches- Cochineal dye
Desert Sketches will help you leave no trace by making memory drawings in a nature journal or sketch book with a twist - using natural color dye pigment from the Cochineal. Nature journaling is a great way to take your memories with you in a drawing, watercolor o......More
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Friday December 19 11:00am - 1:00pm CST
The Atlatl: A Hurl into the Past
Join Rangers to discover how to use an atlatl and how it connects us to the past! What is an atlatl? Join Rangers to find out and learn the importance of this tool to the earliest inhabitants of the Big Bend.Please Note: This event includes throwing a projectile ......More
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Saturday December 20 6:30pm CST
Star Party in the Borderlands *Reservations Required*
The stars at night are big and brightâ¨â¨â¨! Join park rangers on a tour across our galactic neighborhood. Explore the far outreaches of the universe and share stories behind your favorite constellation. Park Rangers will take you on a guided tour of our night sk......More
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Saturday December 27 2:00pm - 3:00pm CST
Dutch Oven Cooking at the Fort
Gather round the campfire and learn about the history and how to cook with a Dutch Ovens. Join the Fort Leaton Rangers to learn about the rich and deep history of Dutch oven cooking. This method of cooking helped the wagoneers survive the trip before reaching For......More
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Wednesday December 31 11:45am CST
Frio en el Rio - Polar Plunge
Dive into the New Year with a dip in the cool waters of the Rio Grande! What better way to end 2025 than with a dip in the cool, refreshing waters of the Rio Grande!This event is free and all park admissions will be waived for participants. We are Freezin' for a ......More
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Thursday January 1 9:00am - 11:00am CST
First Day Hike Chinati Mountains State Natural Area
Be one of the first to start the new year off right with a hike at Chinati Mountains State Natural Area! 12 Days of Christmas Fun!Purchase a raffle ticket for a chance to take a First Day Hike at Chinati Mountains State Natural Area. This special place is not y......More
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Thursday January 1 10:00am - 11:30am CST
First Day Hike: Hoodoos Trailhead
Start the new year off right with a hike to the iconic Hoodoos Trailhead along the park's river district on River Road FM170. Celebrate the new year and a fresh start with a hike to one of Big Bend Ranch State Park's favorite overlooks. The Hoodoos trailhead is a......More
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Saturday January 17 6:30pm CST
Star Party in the Borderlands *Reservations Required*
The stars at night are big and brightâ¨â¨â¨! Join park rangers on a tour across our galactic neighborhood. Explore the far outreaches of the universe and share stories behind your favorite constellation. Park Rangers will take you on a guided tour of our night sk......More