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Isle du Bois Unit, Johnson Branch Unit, hiking, biking, camping, fishing, boating, and more! Life's Better Outside

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Happy #EarthDay 🌎 Here are some ways we're taking care of our planet.

Share one way you think life is #BetterOutside 🌿

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Happy #WorldPhotographyDay 📸Drop your favorite State Park photos below! We love seeing our families and friends outdoors 🏕🛶🥾#TPWD #GiantSwallowtail #WorldPhotographyDay2021

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Exciting news! This horned lizard hatchling is a new milestone in our effort to bring back this threatened species.

It was born to horned lizards raised at the @FortWorthZoo and then reintroduced in the wild.

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New season Hunting + Fishing licenses are on sale NOW! Order online or find a retailer at https://t.co/zQQzmok93A.

License fees support on-the-ground conservation efforts that keep #Texas hunting and fishing great. Thank you!

#BetterOutside

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Ever wonder about the secret life of bugs? Join a ranger to explore the wonderful world of insects and why they are so cool!

Meet: Isle Du Bois Nature Center July 27th @ 1PM

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Learn the basics of birding with a ranger. We'll cover the equipment birders need and how to identify birds in the field. Then we'll be going on a short hike to practice and look for birds.
Meet: Isle Du Bois Lost Pines Amphitheater @ 9AM July 27th

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From tying knots to casting a line, come on out and join us to learn how to fish! We provide fishing poles and tackle, but BRING YOUR OWN BAIT!
Meet: 6PM July 20th @ Elm Fork Park of the Greenbelt Corridor trailhead area down below the dam, take a left at the fork in the road

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Ever wonder about the secret life of bugs? Join a ranger to explore the wonderful world of insects and why they are so cool!

Meet: Isle Du Bois Nature Center July 20th @ 4PM

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From tying knots to casting a line, come on out and join us to learn how to fish! We provide fishing poles and tackle, but BRING YOUR OWN BAIT!
Meet: July 13th @ 11AM Elm Fork Park of the Greenbelt Corridor trailhead area down below the dam, take a left at the fork in the road

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Are bats truly blood sucking monsters?
Join a ranger to learn about the world's only flying mammal and why they are so incredible. Meet at Isle Du Bois Lost Pines Amphitheater July 12th @ 7pm.

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Learn the basics of birding with a ranger. We'll cover the equipment birders need and how to identify birds in the field. Then we'll be going on a short hike to practice and look for birds.
Meet: Isle Du Bois Lost Pines Amphitheater @ 9AM July 13th

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ATTENTION: All boat ramps EXCEPT Buck Creek are open!

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Ever wonder what critters prowl the forest after dark? Join a ranger June 28th for a short talk about nocturnal wildlife, followed by a night hike to experience the wonders of the night firsthand.
Meet at Isle Du Bois Lost Pines Amphitheater @ 9PM

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Come learn about the basics of Dutch oven cooking with us on June 28th, as well as a bit of history associated with the oven. We’ll also be cooking a tasty Dutch oven treat, so bring your fork and appetite for a sample.
Meet at the Isle Du Bios Lost Pines Amphitheater @ 6 PM.

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Join a ranger on June 22nd to learn about the history of fire & how to create fire as our ancestors once did; using primitive method demonstrations including the bow-drill, flint, & steel. Meet at the Isle Du Bois Lost Pines Amphitheatre @ 1PM .

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If you missed the opportunity to learn about and meet our friendly snakes earlier this month, now's your chance! Join us June 22nd at the Isle Du Bois Lost Pines Amphitheater @ 11AM.

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Before grocery stores and pharmacies, humans looked to nature for their needs. Join us at the Isle Du Bois Lost Pines Amphitheater @ 9AM for a hike to look at edible, medicinal, and generally useful plants native to north Texas.

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Cold blooded killers or misunderstood reptiles? Join a ranger June 15th for a fun and informative talk to learn about snakes. Afterwards, those brave enough will be able meet one of our friendly (non-venomous) snakes up close! Meet at Isle Du Bios Lost Pines Amphitheater @ 10AM.

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ATTENTION: The swimming beaches at Isle Du Bois and Johnson Branch are closed due to flooding!