Have you wanted to take your family on a camping trip, but you didn't feel you knew everything you might need to know to have a successful camping experience?
Texas Outdoor Family (TOF) workshops are hosted at state parks where your family receives hands-on experience learning basic outdoor skills. You will learn everything you need to create great memories enjoying the outdoors with your family, including:
- How to set up and break down camp (including your tent)
- Fire starting
- Outdoor cooking
- Guided walks
- Nature activities
- How to use a GPS
- Geocaching
- Introductions to a wide range of outdoor activities (such as fishing, kayaking, wildlife watching) depending on the site location, facilities and the season of the year
Agenda & Activities
Saturday
Credible Campers & Campsites:
Adults: Learn Leave no Trace principles, how to pitch your tent and use stoves safely
Junior Rangers: PEAK Program “Promoting environmental awareness in kids” to leave no trace
Building Base Camp: Families come together, gather equipment and build base camp for the weekend.
Caching in on State Park Trails: Trail adventure and exploration through GPS and Geo-caching
Fire Building and Outdoor Cooking Tips: How to safely build fires and cook on open flames / grills
Experience the natural wonders at night: Celebrating nature’s natural night noises at State Parks
Sunday
Coffee and chat with a Park Ranger: Q&A – Learn more about parks through conservation
Know Before You Go ... Breaking Camp and Leaving No Trace of your stay
Additional Site Specific Activities
Birding Tram Ride: Enjoy an amazing variety of birds from the comfort of the state park tram as we explore their habitat.
Additional Curriculum
State Park Junior Ranger Certification Programs – Targeted Audience: 5-12 years of age
Environmentally-friendly program which adopts and teaches the 'Leave No Trace' philosophy and practices
Additional programs specifically for use and enjoyment of a state park
Meals
A shopping list/menu will be provided; you will need to bring your own food. Click here to see the suggested shopping list: TOFPre-Materials
Instructors will teach you how to enjoy family camp cooking
Fees
$65 per family (up to 6 individuals) - includes all entry and camping fees.
How to Register
Call 512-389-8903 and ask to speak to one of our "Texas Outdoor Family" customer service representatives Monday through Friday 9:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. They can answer any questions you might have and also can provide the contact number for partner site workshops.
You will be e-mailed a confirmation packet with directions and additional items.
Please note that all reservations and full payment must be made at least four business days in advance of the workshops. All fees are non-refundable.
http://www.tpwd.state.tx.us/calendar/texas-outdoor-family-estero-llano-grande-rio-grande-valley
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