Abilene State Park
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Saturday December 6 9:00am - 11:00am CST
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Saturday December 6 2:00pm - 3:00pm CST
Geocaching 101
Learn about Geocaching with a ranger! Join a ranger for a demonstration and introduction to a new hobby! Learn the wonders of geocaching and perhaps find some of our hidden treasures for yourselfMake sure to download the Geocaching app before this event!Meet: The......More
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Saturday December 13 9:00am - 12:00pm CST
Cooking on the Dance Floor
Learn to cook the old fashioned way! Join us with the Lone Star Dutch Oven Society as we explore all the different foods that can be cooked in the versatile vessel that is the Dutch oven. If you’ve ever wanted to give Dutch oven cooking a try, here’s your chance.......More
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Saturday December 13 9:00am - 10:00am CST
Edible & Medicinal Plant Hike
Join a ranger in a hike that will teach you about the edible and medicinal plants native to the park. This guided hike along the Elm Creek Nature Trail will teach you about the edible and medicinal plants in the park, including how the use of these plants may hav......More
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Saturday December 13 2:00pm - 3:00pm CST
Skins & Skulls
Have you ever wondered what the fur of wild animals felt like? Join a ranger to learn about the local wildlife and get a chance to touch their furs and replica skulls!Meet: The CCC Concession buildingBring: Water and an open mind!Cost: Free with park admission. O......More
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Saturday December 13 6:00pm - 8:00pm CST
Fa La La in the Forest
See the dazzling Christmas lights at Abilene State Park! Drive through the park to see the wonderful flickering lights and get into the holiday spirit! Campers adorn their campsites, screened shelters, and yurts with festive decorations for all to see. Organized ......More
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Saturday December 20 2:00pm - 3:00pm CST
Nature Journaling
Learn to connect deeper with nature and to sharpen your perceptions! Join a ranger to create your own nature journal and draw your first entry into it! This is an art-based program targeted for kids 8 and older. No pets, please.Meet: The CCC Concession buildingBr......More
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Saturday December 20 6:00pm - 7:30pm CST
Night Hike (RSVP REQUIRED)
Join a ranger for an after-hours night hike! RSVP REQUIRED FOR THIS EVENT, CALL (325) 352-6154 TO RSVPJoin a ranger on a hike along our Elm Creek Nature Trail at night. Bring a flashlight with a red-light function to explore the park after dark! All ages welcome.......More
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Sunday December 21 10:00am - 11:00am CST
Junior Ranger Hike
An informative hike led by a ranger for youth and their parents! This hike is intended for youth and their parents. All youth MUST be accompanied by a responsible adult. This guided hike for Junior Rangers will go through several areas of the park. There will be ......More
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Saturday December 27 9:00am - 10:30am CST
Elm Creek Nature Hike
Join a ranger in a short and informative hike along the Elm Creek Nature Trail. This guided hike along a portion of the Elm Creek Nature Trail will open your eyes to local West Texas flora and fauna. This hike is for all ages. We will meet at the CCC concession b......More
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Thursday January 1 9:00am - 10:00am CST
Early Risers First Day Hike
Start your new year outdoors! Join us for our annual first day hikes. Start the new year off right, outside! Join us for an early morning hike along the Elm Creek Nature Trail. We welcome any canine friends on leashes. Strollers are not recommended due to stairs.......More
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Thursday January 1 2:00pm - 3:00pm CST
Late Risers First Day Hike
Start your new year outdoors! Join us for our annual first day hikes. Start the new year off right, outside! Join us for an early afternoon hike along the Abilene Dam Road Trail. We welcome any canine friends on leashes. Strollers are not recommended due to rough......More
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Saturday January 3 2:00pm - 3:00pm CST
Geocaching 101
Learn about Geocaching with a ranger! Join a ranger for a demonstration and introduction to a new hobby! Learn the wonders of geocaching and perhaps find some of our hidden treasures for yourselfMake sure to download the Geocaching app before this event!Meet: The......More