Inks Lake State Park
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Friday October 31 All Day
Park Host Virtual Information Session
Learn what it means to be a park host and how you can begin your hosting adventures with us! Park hosts serve as representatives and stewards of Texas State Parks. They provide support to the park and information to visitors.As a park host you’ll have the opportu......More
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Friday October 31 6:30pm - 7:30pm CDT
Creatures of the Night
Join us for a fun hike as we learn about some of our favorite nocturnal creatures! Enjoy and easy hike to the Devil's Waterhole as you learn about different critters that you might see roaming the park after dark!This is a Halloween-themed nature event that will ......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
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Sunday November 2 10:00am - 11:00am CST
Guided Hike with a Ranger
Join a Ranger on a hike to the Devil's Waterhole! Come and enjoy a guided hike down to Devil's Waterhole where we will cover topics ranging from the ecology, to the human and geologic history, and everything in between!Difficulty: Easy Length: 0.4 miles, but the ......More
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Sunday November 2 12:30pm - 2:30pm CST
Crafts by the Lake
Join Park Rangers and awesome volunteers to create a fun, lakeside craft Join us on the back porch and enjoy the beautiful lakeside view as we enjoy a fun filled nature craft. . Where: The Park Store Porch*Supplies are limitedPark admission is free with a Texas S......More
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Sunday November 2 3:00pm - 4:00pm CST
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 November 8 9:30am - 10:30am CST
Guided Hike with a Ranger
Join a ranger on a hike to the Devil's Waterhole! Come and enjoy a guided hike down to Devil's Waterhole where we will cover topics ranging from the ecology, to the human and geologic history, and everything in between!Difficulty: Easy Length: 0.4 miles, but the ......More
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Saturday November 8 11:00am - 12:30pm CST
Hike the Valley Spring Creek Trail
Join a ranger on a hike along the Valley Spring Creek Trail! Come and enjoy a guided hike down to the Devil's Waterhole and then along the Valley Spring Creek Trail where we will cover topics ranging from the ecology, to the human and geologic history, and everyt......More
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Saturday November 15 8:30am - 10:00am CST
Cowboy Coffee
Start off your day right by joining a park Ranger and volunteer for some hot coffee made the old-fashioned way! Join us for coffee prepared the old-fashioned way by an awesome volunteer, and spend some time visiting with a park Ranger. There will be a limited sup......More
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Saturday November 22 8:30am - 10:00am CST
Cowboy Coffee
Start off your day right by joining a park Ranger and volunteer for some hot coffee made the old-fashioned way! Join us for coffee prepared the old-fashioned way by an awesome volunteer, and spend some time visiting with a park Ranger. There will be a limited sup......More
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Saturday November 22 2:00pm - 3:00pm CST
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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Sunday November 23 10:00am - 11:00am CST
Guided Hike with a Ranger
Join a ranger on a hike to the Devil's Waterhole! Come and enjoy a guided hike down to Devil's Waterhole where we will cover topics ranging from the ecology, to the human and geologic history, and everything in between!Difficulty: Easy Length: 0.4 miles, but the ......More
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Sunday November 23 1:00pm - 3:00pm CST
Decorate an Ornament
Make a Christmas ornament, and get a head start on your holiday decorating. Join us on the back porch and enjoy the beautiful lakeside view as we craft our very own Christmas ornaments. Everything you need it provided, so just bring your holiday spirit and imagi......More
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Monday November 24 9:00am - 10:00am CST
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 lovers' greatest tool. Then stay after the program for some awesome birding! Where: The Park Store PorchFeel free......More
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Monday November 24 10:00am - 11:00am CST
Birding with a Ranger
Come join us to learn how to become a bird expert! Join our Ranger to learn the basics of birding. Learn what kind of bird species we have, how to use binoculars, and the importance of bird migration!We'll practice our newfound skills on the shoreline behind the ......More
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Thursday November 27 9:00am - 11:00am CST
Walk Before you Waddle
Get your steps before the stuffing! Come out to Inks Lake State Park and start your holiday off right with a Ranger lead hike along the beautiful 1.2 mile Lake trail.Let's meet at the Lake trail parking lot right across from the amphitheater around 8:45 am, so we......More
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Friday November 28 1:00pm - 2:00pm CST
Find Your Way at Inks Lake!
Join us for a hands-on Map & Compass Navigation Course Join Ranger Kyle and learn the essentials of orienteering, using a compass, and navigating trails with confidence. Perfect for hikers, campers, and outdoor enthusiasts of all levels.Where: Central ParkPark ad......More
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Saturday November 29 8:30am - 10:00am CST
Cowboy Coffee
Start off your day right by joining a park Ranger and volunteer for some hot coffee made the old-fashioned way! Join us for coffee prepared the old-fashioned way by an awesome volunteer, and spend some time visiting with a park Ranger. There will be a limited sup......More
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Saturday November 29 10:00am - 12:00pm CST
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 November 29 1:00pm - 3:00pm CST
Archery in the Park
Learn the basics of archery and practice your skills with a bow and arrow! Join park Rangers and learn the basics of archery, then test out your skills on our awesome range!All equipment is provided.Meet: Across from Central Park.Requirements:Participants must b......More