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Birds on the Beach
Learn about the shorebirds of Matagorda Bay.
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Wednesday, Jul 28
RegisterBeach Craft
Discover creative ways you can use beach treasures for art! All materials provided.
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Thursday, Jul 29
RegisterFish Prints
Learn the ancient art of Gyotaku and take a souvenir t-shirt home with you. Supplies will be provided.
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Friday, Jul 30
RegisterFamily Nature Quest
Parents and kids engage in nature-play activities through a series of self-guided mystery box stations.
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Saturday, Jul 31
RegisterSandcastle Fun
Learn tips and tricks to build first-rate sandcastles. Buckets and shovels provided.
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Saturday, Jul 31
RegisterTwilight Trails
Join our naturalists for a nature hike to experience the nocturnal world and learn about creatures of the night. Hikers will hone their observation skills on this night hike. All ages welcome.
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Saturday, Jul 31
RegisterAugust 2021
Art in the Park – Family Class
This series is a process-based art experience using nature for inspiration. Explore several topics, including en plein air, print-making, land art and pottery. Walk away with a hands-on appreciation and basic techniques of each art form.
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Friday, Aug 6
RegisterFamily Nature Quest
Parents and kids engage in nature-play activities through a series of self-guided mystery box stations.
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Saturday, Aug 7
RegisterTwilight Trails
Join our naturalists for a nature hike to experience the nocturnal world and learn about creatures of the night. Hikers will hone their observation skills on this night hike. All ages welcome.
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Saturday, Aug 7
RegisterConstellation Kayaking Tour
Enjoy the serenity of Lake Bastrop while kayaking under the stars. Your guide will teach you to identify summer constellations as you paddle along the shoreline of the lake. Then, you’ll view nebulae and globular star clusters through a high-powered telescope on the shore.
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Saturday, Aug 7
RegisterHigh Ropes Obstacle Course and Zipline
Calling all thrill seekers! Take on our 40-foot climbing tower at McKinney Roughs Nature Park. Master the rock climbing wall, high ropes challenge and zipline.
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Wednesday, Aug 11
RegisterArchery
Everything you need to know to get started in the sport of archery! Learn the basics regarding equipment selection and care, range and shooting safety and even shooting techniques used by the USA Olympic Archery team.
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Wednesday, Aug 11
RegisterOutdoor Survival Skills
Learn the basics of DIY outdoor survival. Our staff will guide you through selected activities including fire building, water filtration, shelter building, knots tying, wilderness first aid and primitive weapons. For ages 10 years and up.
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Friday, Aug 13
RegisterInterpretive Hike with Capitol Area Master Naturalists
Learn about the diversity of life at Muleshoe Bend and a history of the Highland Lakes on an interpretive hike.
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Saturday, Aug 14
RegisterFamily Nature Quest
Parents and kids engage in nature-play activities through a series of self-guided mystery box stations.
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Saturday, Aug 14
RegisterNature Day: Life on the Lake
Discover the lake ecosystem on a guided kayak tour.
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Saturday, Aug 14
RegisterIntro to Kayaking
Learn the golden rules of kayaking on the Colorado River.
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Saturday, Aug 14
RegisterTwilight Trails
Join our naturalists for a nature hike to experience the nocturnal world and learn about creatures of the night. Hikers will hone their observation skills on this night hike. All ages welcome.
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Saturday, Aug 14
RegisterUTV Tour
Climb aboard our high-performance utility task vehicles (UTVs) and see native wildlife and stunning views.
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Sunday, Aug 15
RegisterMuleshoe by Night
Join our naturalists for a nature hike to experience the nocturnal world and learn about creatures of the night. Hikers will hone their observation skills on this night hike. All ages welcome.
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Friday, Aug 20
RegisterREI: Essential Kayaking Skills
During this class, you will learn about proper strokes and paddling technique, and get the chance to practice these new skills on a beautiful, local waterway. REI’s expert guides will also teach the basics of water safety, trip planning, and how to have an enjoyable time on the water. This is a great way to build a new skill set or improve upon what you already know about kayaking. REI provides kayaks, paddles and all necessary safety equipment.
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Saturday, Aug 21
RegisterFamily Nature Quest
Parents and kids engage in nature-play activities through a series of self-guided mystery box stations.
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Saturday, Aug 21
RegisterTwilight Trails
Join our naturalists for a nature hike to experience the nocturnal world and learn about creatures of the night. Hikers will hone their observation skills on this night hike. All ages welcome.
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Saturday, Aug 21
RegisterREI: Essential Kayaking Skills
During this class, you will learn about proper strokes and paddling technique, and get the chance to practice these new skills on a beautiful, local waterway. REI’s expert guides will also teach the basics of water safety, trip planning, and how to have an enjoyable time on the water. This is a great way to build a new skill set or improve upon what you already know about kayaking. REI provides kayaks, paddles and all necessary safety equipment.
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Saturday, Aug 28
RegisterIntro to Kayaking
Learn the golden rules of kayaking on the Colorado River.
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Saturday, Aug 28
RegisterREI: Essential Kayaking Skills
During this class, you will learn about proper strokes and paddling technique, and get the chance to practice these new skills on a beautiful, local waterway. REI’s expert guides will also teach the basics of water safety, trip planning, and how to have an enjoyable time on the water. This is a great way to build a new skill set or improve upon what you already know about kayaking. REI provides kayaks, paddles and all necessary safety equipment.
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