Dinosaur Valley State Park Campout - Glen Rose

TEXAS OUTDOOR FAMILY presents...

Visit Dinosaur Valley State Park and see the preserved Dinosaur Tracks in the riverbed! After a day of fun, learn the basics of a beloved camping past time - Dutch Oven Cooking! We'll provide all of the camping equipment you'll need for the weekend including a Dutch Oven and instruction on how to use it. Suggested recipes will be provided before the event.

Equipment

Thanks to TPWD sponsors, the basic camping equipment needed for the weekend will be provided. Participants will need to bring their own food, plates, sleeping bags and personal items. Click here for a suggested packing list: TOFPackingList

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 (conditions permitting)
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 and conservation
Know Before You Go ... Breaking Camp and Leaving no Trace of your stay

Additonal Site Specific Activities

Introduction to Dutch Oven Cooking: Learn the basics of Dutch Oven cooking, recipes and oven provided
Explore the Dino Tracks: Explore the perfectly preserved Dinosaur Tracks in the Paluxy Riverbed!

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.
You will be asked to bring your family's food for the two-day event and a suggested list of items will be provided via email.

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.
You will receive a confirmation packet with directions and more details will be sent to you via email after you are registered for a Texas Outdoor Family workshop.
Please note that all reservations and full payment must be made at least three business days in advance of the workshops. All fees are non-refundable.

Pre-workshop Materials