All events.
Bird walks, star parties, nature festivals, family programs, and community talks.
1stSaturday each month
First Saturday Bird Walk.
Meet in the ANC parking area at 7 am for a guided walk with an experienced birder. Bring binoculars, a field guide, and a camera if you have them.
Reasons to return all year.
Dates are announced as plans are finalized.
- Monarch Fest
- Family activities, pollinator learning, and a closer look at the plants monarchs need during migration.
- Saturday, October 10, 2026 · 10 am to 2 pm
- Event details
- Rock Star
- A combined rocks and geology program and star party with hands-on learning and views of the night sky.
- Saturday, November 14, 2026 · 4 to 9 pm
- Event details
- Great Backyard Bird Count
- Join a worldwide citizen-science effort to observe, count, and report birds.
- Winter 2027, date to be announced
- Event details
- Feather Fest
- A celebration of birds, habitat, and migration for families, birders, and educators.
- Fourth Saturday in March
- Event details
- Community Lecture Series
- Scientists, educators, and conservation leaders share useful ideas close to home.
- Dates announced throughout the year
- Explore the series
- Homeschool Program
- Hands-on outdoor learning for ages 5 through high school.
- First Fridays, September through May
- Program details
- Guided Field Trips
- Educational programs for schools and organized groups led by Rio Brazos Master Naturalist educators.
- By request with 6 to 8 weeks of notice
- Request details
Big ideas, close to home.
Free talks bring scientists, land stewards, educators, and conservation leaders to Hood County. Programs are usually held at the Opal Durant Acton Community Center.
6430 Smoky Hill Ct., Granbury, TX 76049
Before you head out.
Weather and seasonal conditions may affect outdoor programs. Check event details and dress for the trail.
Plan your visit