BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 X-WR-CALNAME:Big Thicket National Preserve Events X-WR-CALDESC:Upcoming events at Big Thicket National Preserve REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT12H CALSCALE:GREGORIAN PRODID:adamgibbons/ics METHOD:PUBLISH X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT12H BEGIN:VEVENT UID:81025C81-B307-0A63-CD8C7D7798EBB29E@nps-ical SUMMARY:Nature Walk: Learn About Longleaf! DTSTAMP:20260511T003658Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260517T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260517T103000 DESCRIPTION:Join Ranger Nathan for a family-friendly stroll on the Longleaf Pine Trail!\n\nExplore one of Big Thicket's most exciting ecosystems\, th e longleaf pine uplands\, and check out the plants and animals that call i t home. Along the way\, learn how the preserve uses many tools to restore this area—including fire!\n\nThe walk is 1 mile roundtrip. Participants wi ll have a chance to explore on their own after the program ends.\n\nMeet a t the visitor center flagpole. All ages welcome\; no reservations required .\n\nEvent details: https://www.nps.gov/planyourvisit/event-details.htm?id =81025C81-B307-0A63-CD8C7D7798EBB29E\n\nAll events: https://www.nps.gov/bi th/planyourvisit/calendar.htm URL:https://www.nps.gov/planyourvisit/event-details.htm?id=81025C81-B307-0A 63-CD8C7D7798EBB29E LOCATION:Big Thicket Visitor Center\, 6102 FM 420\, Kountze\, TX 77625 CATEGORIES:Hike,Walk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:E6E47C8D-0CDA-2084-8C71D1D734BBA721@nps-ical SUMMARY:Canoe Trip DTSTAMP:20260511T003658Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260521T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260521T140000 DESCRIPTION:Join park rangers for a guided canoe trip on the waters of the preserve. The program targets the casual and novice paddler. Canoes\, life jackets\, and paddles are provided. Visitors are asked to bring water\, s nacks\, and water shoes. Canoe trips start in the morning (actual start ti me depends on the season) and take 3-4 hours.\n\nThe location of the canoe trip will be provided upon registration. Please call the visitor center a t 409-951-6700 to reserve your spot. We have 16 seats available per trip. Please limit one family per reservation. Reservations open 2 weeks prior t o trip.\n\nRegistration: Please call the visitor center at 409-951-6700 to reserve your spot. Reservations open 2 weeks prior to trip.\n\nMore info: https://www.nps.gov/bith/planyourvisit/paddle-programs.htm\n\nEvent detai ls: https://www.nps.gov/planyourvisit/event-details.htm?id=E6E47C8D-0CDA-2 084-8C71D1D734BBA721\n\nAll events: https://www.nps.gov/bith/planyourvisit /calendar.htm URL:https://www.nps.gov/bith/planyourvisit/paddle-programs.htm LOCATION:Canoe trip leader will provide specific location 1-2 days before t he trip. Trips are usually on Village Creek in Kountze\, Silsbee\, or Lumb erton\, or Neches River in Beaumont. CATEGORIES:Guided Tour END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:E6E81BCD-CCEE-9F5C-1FFA6653776EA923@nps-ical SUMMARY:Big Thicket by Lamplight DTSTAMP:20260511T003658Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260522T203000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260522T213000 DESCRIPTION:Have you ever experienced the Big Thicket at night?\n\nBring yo ur flashlight to join a ranger on a hike through the Big Thicket in the da rk. This hike will explore some of the stories that make the Big Thicket s pecial and mysterious. If you enjoy legends and real-life stories of the B ig Thicket\, this is the hike for you!\n\n \n\n1 hour\, 1 mile roundtrip. Please bring a flashlight and shoes suitable for hiking.\n\n \n\nMeet at t he Sundew Trail\, on County Road 1910 between Kountze and Warren.\n\nEvent details: https://www.nps.gov/planyourvisit/event-details.htm?id=E6E81BCD- CCEE-9F5C-1FFA6653776EA923\n\nAll events: https://www.nps.gov/bith/planyou rvisit/calendar.htm URL:https://www.nps.gov/planyourvisit/event-details.htm?id=E6E81BCD-CCEE-9F 5C-1FFA6653776EA923 LOCATION:Sundew Trail\, Hickory Creek Savannah Unit | Warren\, TX CATEGORIES:Campfire/Evening Program,Guided Tour,Hike,Walk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:8105187A-9601-D7D9-988D6087AD56BC30@nps-ical SUMMARY:Nature Walk: Carnivorous Plants DTSTAMP:20260511T003658Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260523T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260523T110000 DESCRIPTION:It's a trap!\n\nBig Thicket's carnivorous plants use deception to trick and trap insects in order to get the nutrients they need.\n\nExpl ore a natural garden of carnivorous plants with a ranger. This 1-mile\, ho ur-long walk on the Pitcher Plant Trail will give you an up-close look at these unusual plants.\n\nThe Pitcher Plant Trail is located near Warren\, TX. From US Hwy 69/287 in Warren\, go east on FM 1943\, then south on Coun ty Road 4850\, and look for the trail parking area.\n\nEvent details: http s://www.nps.gov/planyourvisit/event-details.htm?id=8105187A-9601-D7D9-988D 6087AD56BC30\n\nAll events: https://www.nps.gov/bith/planyourvisit/calenda r.htm URL:https://www.nps.gov/planyourvisit/event-details.htm?id=8105187A-9601-D7 D9-988D6087AD56BC30 LOCATION:Pitcher Plant Trail\, Turkey Creek Unit | Warren\, TX CATEGORIES:Guided Tour,Hike,Walk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:8107851A-A7CF-24CC-6B6BA506E1EE0216@nps-ical SUMMARY:Nature Walk: Carnivorous Plants DTSTAMP:20260511T003658Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260530T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260530T110000 DESCRIPTION:It's a trap!\n\nBig Thicket's carnivorous plants use deception to trick and trap insects in order to get the nutrients they need.\n\nExpl ore a natural garden of carnivorous plants with a ranger. This 1-mile\, ho ur-long walk on the Pitcher Plant Trail will give you an up-close look at these unusual plants.\n\nThe Pitcher Plant Trail is located near Warren\, TX. From US Hwy 69/287 in Warren\, go east on FM 1943\, then south on Coun ty Road 4850\, and look for the trail parking area.\n\nEvent details: http s://www.nps.gov/planyourvisit/event-details.htm?id=8107851A-A7CF-24CC-6B6B A506E1EE0216\n\nAll events: https://www.nps.gov/bith/planyourvisit/calenda r.htm URL:https://www.nps.gov/planyourvisit/event-details.htm?id=8107851A-A7CF-24 CC-6B6BA506E1EE0216 LOCATION:Pitcher Plant Trail\, Turkey Creek Unit | Warren\, TX CATEGORIES:Guided Tour,Hike,Walk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:810A0A24-F77A-5EF2-3BC412462C66EAD8@nps-ical SUMMARY:Nature Walk: Learn About Longleaf! DTSTAMP:20260511T003658Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260531T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260531T103000 DESCRIPTION:Join Ranger Nathan for a family-friendly stroll on the Longleaf Pine Trail!\n\nExplore one of Big Thicket's most exciting ecosystems\, th e longleaf pine uplands\, and check out the plants and animals that call i t home. Along the way\, learn how the preserve uses many tools to restore this area—including fire!\n\nThe walk is 1 mile roundtrip. Participants wi ll have a chance to explore on their own after the program ends.\n\nMeet a t the visitor center flagpole. All ages welcome\; no reservations required .\n\nEvent details: https://www.nps.gov/planyourvisit/event-details.htm?id =810A0A24-F77A-5EF2-3BC412462C66EAD8\n\nAll events: https://www.nps.gov/bi th/planyourvisit/calendar.htm URL:https://www.nps.gov/planyourvisit/event-details.htm?id=810A0A24-F77A-5E F2-3BC412462C66EAD8 LOCATION:Big Thicket Visitor Center\, 6102 FM 420\, Kountze\, TX 77625 CATEGORIES:Hike,Walk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:13E35792-C337-64B7-EDAEB4CF8F3D9C57@nps-ical SUMMARY:Texas Free Fishing Day DTSTAMP:20260511T003658Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260606T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260606T110000 DESCRIPTION:Fish for free with a Park Ranger!\n\nKids and families can lear n all about fishing in the Big Thicket. Learn how to tie different knots\, the types of fish you can catch\, and even try fishing from the bank with a ranger.\n\nLocation:\nCollier's Ferry Park\n5390 Pine St\nBeaumont\, TX 77703\n\nLat/Long Coordinates:\n30.132568\, -94.095898\n\nFishing license not required. All fishing gear is provided. For any questions\, contact u s at 409-951-6700.\n\nEvent details: https://www.nps.gov/planyourvisit/eve nt-details.htm?id=13E35792-C337-64B7-EDAEB4CF8F3D9C57\n\nAll events: https ://www.nps.gov/bith/planyourvisit/calendar.htm URL:https://www.nps.gov/planyourvisit/event-details.htm?id=13E35792-C337-64 B7-EDAEB4CF8F3D9C57 LOCATION:Collier's Ferry Park\, 5390 Pine St\, Beaumont\, TX 77703 CATEGORIES:Children’s Program,Cultural/Craft Demonstration END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:E0AD8EE3-DF8A-85D4-995D3D1A8B01EA12@nps-ical SUMMARY:Summer Movie Series: The Lorax DTSTAMP:20260511T003658Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260607T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260607T160000 DESCRIPTION:It's showtime at Big Thicket!\n\nWhen it's hot outside\, stay c ool and watch a free movie in the Big Thicket Visitor Center theater. Befo re the movie begins\, we invite you to learn all about longleaf pines and what we're doing to protect them.\n\nSunday\, June 7\, 2026:\n\nThe Lorax\ n\n2012 • Rated PG\n\nIn this charming adaptation of the Dr. Seuss story\, a young boy seeks to impress his pretty neighbor by getting a tree\, sinc e real vegetation in their land is rare. In the process\, he meets the Lor ax\, a cantankerous yet endearing forest dweller.\n\nEvent details: https: //www.nps.gov/planyourvisit/event-details.htm?id=E0AD8EE3-DF8A-85D4-995D3D 1A8B01EA12\n\nAll events: https://www.nps.gov/bith/planyourvisit/calendar. htm URL:https://www.nps.gov/planyourvisit/event-details.htm?id=E0AD8EE3-DF8A-85 D4-995D3D1A8B01EA12 LOCATION:Big Thicket Visitor Center\, 6102 FM 420\, Kountze\, TX 77625 CATEGORIES:Children’s Program,Exhibition/Show,Talk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:E7C734A0-A70E-DA52-694AE1DD5973EFA0@nps-ical SUMMARY:Big Thicket by Lamplight DTSTAMP:20260511T003658Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260612T210000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260612T220000 DESCRIPTION:Have you ever experienced the Big Thicket at night?\n\nBring yo ur flashlight to join a ranger on a hike through the Big Thicket in the da rk. This hike will explore some of the stories that make the Big Thicket s pecial and mysterious. If you enjoy legends and real-life stories of the B ig Thicket\, this is the hike for you!\n\n \n\n1 hour\, 1 mile roundtrip. Please bring a flashlight and shoes suitable for hiking.\n\n \n\nMeet at t he Sundew Trail\, on County Road 1910 between Kountze and Warren.\n\nEvent details: https://www.nps.gov/planyourvisit/event-details.htm?id=E7C734A0- A70E-DA52-694AE1DD5973EFA0\n\nAll events: https://www.nps.gov/bith/planyou rvisit/calendar.htm URL:https://www.nps.gov/planyourvisit/event-details.htm?id=E7C734A0-A70E-DA 52-694AE1DD5973EFA0 LOCATION:Sundew Trail\, Hickory Creek Savannah Unit | Warren\, TX CATEGORIES:Campfire/Evening Program,Guided Tour,Hike,Walk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:8113ECB9-988E-2621-205A172BB66A9C0B@nps-ical SUMMARY:Nature Walk: Carnivorous Plants DTSTAMP:20260511T003658Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260614T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260614T110000 DESCRIPTION:It's a trap!\n\nBig Thicket's carnivorous plants use deception to trick and trap insects in order to get the nutrients they need.\n\nExpl ore a natural garden of carnivorous plants with a ranger. This 1-mile\, ho ur-long walk on the Pitcher Plant Trail will give you an up-close look at these unusual plants.\n\nThe Pitcher Plant Trail is located near Warren\, TX. From US Hwy 69/287 in Warren\, go east on FM 1943\, then south on Coun ty Road 4850\, and look for the trail parking area.\n\nEvent details: http s://www.nps.gov/planyourvisit/event-details.htm?id=8113ECB9-988E-2621-205A 172BB66A9C0B\n\nAll events: https://www.nps.gov/bith/planyourvisit/calenda r.htm URL:https://www.nps.gov/planyourvisit/event-details.htm?id=8113ECB9-988E-26 21-205A172BB66A9C0B LOCATION:Pitcher Plant Trail\, Turkey Creek Unit | Warren\, TX CATEGORIES:Guided Tour,Hike,Walk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:E7CE1F62-BB95-82BB-FD86AAAEE2E8F8D4@nps-ical SUMMARY:Canoe Trip DTSTAMP:20260511T003658Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260618T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260618T140000 DESCRIPTION:Join park rangers for a guided canoe trip on the waters of the preserve. The program targets the casual and novice paddler. Canoes\, life jackets\, and paddles are provided. Visitors are asked to bring water\, s nacks\, and water shoes. Canoe trips start in the morning (actual start ti me depends on the season) and take 3-4 hours.\n\nThe location of the canoe trip will be provided upon registration. Please call the visitor center a t 409-951-6700 to reserve your spot. We have 16 seats available per trip. Please limit one family per reservation. Reservations open 2 weeks prior t o trip.\n\nRegistration: Please call the visitor center at 409-951-6700 to reserve your spot. Reservations open 2 weeks prior to trip.\n\nMore info: https://www.nps.gov/bith/planyourvisit/paddle-programs.htm\n\nEvent detai ls: https://www.nps.gov/planyourvisit/event-details.htm?id=E7CE1F62-BB95-8 2BB-FD86AAAEE2E8F8D4\n\nAll events: https://www.nps.gov/bith/planyourvisit /calendar.htm URL:https://www.nps.gov/bith/planyourvisit/paddle-programs.htm LOCATION:Canoe trip leader will provide specific location 1-2 days before t he trip. Trips are usually on Village Creek in Kountze\, Silsbee\, or Lumb erton\, or Neches River in Beaumont. CATEGORIES:Guided Tour END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:13B6CCFD-086C-0D0F-63669CAA69744A35@nps-ical SUMMARY:Canoe Trip DTSTAMP:20260511T003658Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260620T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260620T140000 DESCRIPTION:Join park rangers for a guided canoe trip on the waters of the preserve. The program targets the casual and novice paddler. Canoes\, life jackets\, and paddles are provided. Visitors are asked to bring water\, s nacks\, and water shoes. Canoe trips start in the morning (actual start ti me depends on the season) and take 3-4 hours.\n\nThe location of the canoe trip will be provided upon registration. Please call the visitor center a t 409-951-6700 to reserve your spot. We have 16 seats available per trip. Please limit one family per reservation. Reservations open 2 weeks prior t o trip.\n\nRegistration: Please call the visitor center at 409-951-6700 to reserve your spot. Reservations open 2 weeks prior to trip.\n\nMore info: https://www.nps.gov/bith/planyourvisit/paddle-programs.htm\n\nEvent detai ls: https://www.nps.gov/planyourvisit/event-details.htm?id=13B6CCFD-086C-0 D0F-63669CAA69744A35\n\nAll events: https://www.nps.gov/bith/planyourvisit /calendar.htm URL:https://www.nps.gov/bith/planyourvisit/paddle-programs.htm LOCATION:Canoe trip leader will provide specific location 1-2 days before t he trip. Trips are usually on Village Creek in Kountze\, Silsbee\, or Lumb erton\, or Neches River in Beaumont. CATEGORIES:Guided Tour END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:E7D2AD8E-F817-5E0D-9B402C500821013D@nps-ical SUMMARY:Nature Walk: Learn About Longleaf! DTSTAMP:20260511T003658Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260621T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260621T103000 DESCRIPTION:Join Ranger Nathan for a family-friendly stroll on the Longleaf Pine Trail!\n\nExplore one of Big Thicket's most exciting ecosystems\, th e longleaf pine uplands\, and check out the plants and animals that call i t home. Along the way\, learn how the preserve uses many tools to restore this area—including fire!\n\nThe walk is 1 mile roundtrip. Participants wi ll have a chance to explore on their own after the program ends.\n\nMeet a t the visitor center flagpole. All ages welcome\; no reservations required .\n\nEvent details: https://www.nps.gov/planyourvisit/event-details.htm?id =E7D2AD8E-F817-5E0D-9B402C500821013D\n\nAll events: https://www.nps.gov/bi th/planyourvisit/calendar.htm URL:https://www.nps.gov/planyourvisit/event-details.htm?id=E7D2AD8E-F817-5E 0D-9B402C500821013D LOCATION:Big Thicket Visitor Center\, 6102 FM 420\, Kountze\, TX 77625 CATEGORIES:Hike,Walk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:E7DAA300-9915-CBF4-F694CCCDFBD839BA@nps-ical SUMMARY:Trash Clean-up Canoe Trip DTSTAMP:20260511T003658Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260624T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260624T140000 DESCRIPTION:Help keep our waters beautiful as you canoe!\n\nVolunteer with us as you paddle along a scenic waterway inside Big Thicket National Prese rve. Learn canoe skills\, enjoy the beauty\, and help keep our waterways c lean by picking up trash along the way.\n\nWe provide canoes\, paddles\, l ife jackets\, trash pick-up supplies\, and rangers to guide you. Please br ing water\, snacks\, water-ready shoes\, and any other gear you might need for a day outside. Trips typically take 3-4 hours.\n\nReservations:\n\nCa ll 409-951-6700 to reserve.\n\nParticipants will be signed up as volunteer s—please provide an email address for volunteer paperwork when you reserve .\n\nWe have 16 seats available per trip. Please limit one family per rese rvation.\n\nRegistration: Please call the visitor center at 409-951-6700 t o reserve your spot.\n\nEvent details: https://www.nps.gov/planyourvisit/e vent-details.htm?id=E7DAA300-9915-CBF4-F694CCCDFBD839BA\n\nAll events: htt ps://www.nps.gov/bith/planyourvisit/calendar.htm URL:https://www.nps.gov/planyourvisit/event-details.htm?id=E7DAA300-9915-CB F4-F694CCCDFBD839BA LOCATION:Canoe trip leader will provide specific location 1-2 days before t he trip. Trips are usually on Village Creek in Kountze\, Silsbee\, or Lumb erton\, or Neches River in Beaumont. CATEGORIES:Guided Tour,Volunteer Event END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:E14B186D-D541-D1C9-3A22D1A73C58917E@nps-ical SUMMARY:Summer Movie Series: Little Shop of Horrors DTSTAMP:20260511T003658Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260627T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260627T210000 DESCRIPTION:It's showtime at Big Thicket!\n\nWhen it's hot outside\, stay c ool and watch a free movie in the Big Thicket Visitor Center theater. Befo re the movie begins\, learn all about Big Thicket's carnivorous plants. Bu t don't worry—our plants don't come to life!\n\nSaturday\, June 27\, 2026: \n\nLittle Shop of Horrors\n\n1986 • Rated PG-13\n\nA quiet\, shy flower-s hop employee finds an extraordinary plant with unusual appetites.\n\nEvent details: https://www.nps.gov/planyourvisit/event-details.htm?id=E14B186D- D541-D1C9-3A22D1A73C58917E\n\nAll events: https://www.nps.gov/bith/planyou rvisit/calendar.htm URL:https://www.nps.gov/planyourvisit/event-details.htm?id=E14B186D-D541-D1 C9-3A22D1A73C58917E LOCATION:Big Thicket Visitor Center\, 6102 FM 420\, Kountze\, TX 77625 CATEGORIES:Campfire/Evening Program,Exhibition/Show,Talk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:E7E174EB-D845-3E18-1855844955B69043@nps-ical SUMMARY:Nature Walk: Learn About Longleaf! DTSTAMP:20260511T003658Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260628T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260628T103000 DESCRIPTION:Join Ranger Nathan for a family-friendly stroll on the Longleaf Pine Trail!\n\nExplore one of Big Thicket's most exciting ecosystems\, th e longleaf pine uplands\, and check out the plants and animals that call i t home. Along the way\, learn how the preserve uses many tools to restore this area—including fire!\n\nThe walk is 1 mile roundtrip. Participants wi ll have a chance to explore on their own after the program ends.\n\nMeet a t the visitor center flagpole. All ages welcome\; no reservations required .\n\nEvent details: https://www.nps.gov/planyourvisit/event-details.htm?id =E7E174EB-D845-3E18-1855844955B69043\n\nAll events: https://www.nps.gov/bi th/planyourvisit/calendar.htm URL:https://www.nps.gov/planyourvisit/event-details.htm?id=E7E174EB-D845-3E 18-1855844955B69043 LOCATION:Big Thicket Visitor Center\, 6102 FM 420\, Kountze\, TX 77625 CATEGORIES:Hike,Walk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:E1F9BEA8-9B51-53AE-A5791BB9431BCA11@nps-ical SUMMARY:Summer Movie Series: A Bug's Life DTSTAMP:20260511T003658Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260705T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260705T160000 DESCRIPTION:It's showtime at Big Thicket!\n\nWhen it's hot outside\, stay c ool and watch a free movie in the Big Thicket Visitor Center theater. Befo re the movie begins\, learn all about the bugs that call Big Thicket home. \n\nSunday\, July 5\, 2026:\n\nA Bug's Life\n\n1998 • Rated G\n\nAn ant co lony is terrorized by tyrannical\, voracious grasshoppers who demand an an nual food tribute from the ants be replaced after it is accidentally lost by Flik\, an inventive but bumbling ant. So Flik leaves home to find insec t warriors to help save his colony.\n\nEvent details: https://www.nps.gov/ planyourvisit/event-details.htm?id=E1F9BEA8-9B51-53AE-A5791BB9431BCA11\n\n All events: https://www.nps.gov/bith/planyourvisit/calendar.htm URL:https://www.nps.gov/planyourvisit/event-details.htm?id=E1F9BEA8-9B51-53 AE-A5791BB9431BCA11 LOCATION:Big Thicket Visitor Center\, 6102 FM 420\, Kountze\, TX 77625 CATEGORIES:Children’s Program,Exhibition/Show,Talk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:E7F5535A-A0B1-2790-760E6171D4184BFE@nps-ical SUMMARY:Nature Walk: Carnivorous Plants DTSTAMP:20260511T003658Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260711T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260711T110000 DESCRIPTION:It's a trap!\n\nBig Thicket's carnivorous plants use deception to trick and trap insects in order to get the nutrients they need.\n\nExpl ore a natural garden of carnivorous plants with a ranger. This 1-mile\, ho ur-long walk on the Pitcher Plant Trail will give you an up-close look at these unusual plants.\n\nThe Pitcher Plant Trail is located near Warren\, TX. From US Hwy 69/287 in Warren\, go east on FM 1943\, then south on Coun ty Road 4850\, and look for the trail parking area.\n\nEvent details: http s://www.nps.gov/planyourvisit/event-details.htm?id=E7F5535A-A0B1-2790-760E 6171D4184BFE\n\nAll events: https://www.nps.gov/bith/planyourvisit/calenda r.htm URL:https://www.nps.gov/planyourvisit/event-details.htm?id=E7F5535A-A0B1-27 90-760E6171D4184BFE LOCATION:Pitcher Plant Trail\, Turkey Creek Unit | Warren\, TX CATEGORIES:Guided Tour,Hike,Walk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:E7FB35C7-9BA7-1C8A-35377C08DBAF3CCD@nps-ical SUMMARY:Nature Walk: Learn About Longleaf! DTSTAMP:20260511T003658Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260712T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260712T103000 DESCRIPTION:Join Ranger Nathan for a family-friendly stroll on the Longleaf Pine Trail!\n\nExplore one of Big Thicket's most exciting ecosystems\, th e longleaf pine uplands\, and check out the plants and animals that call i t home. Along the way\, learn how the preserve uses many tools to restore this area—including fire!\n\nThe walk is 1 mile roundtrip. Participants wi ll have a chance to explore on their own after the program ends.\n\nMeet a t the visitor center flagpole. All ages welcome\; no reservations required .\n\nEvent details: https://www.nps.gov/planyourvisit/event-details.htm?id =E7FB35C7-9BA7-1C8A-35377C08DBAF3CCD\n\nAll events: https://www.nps.gov/bi th/planyourvisit/calendar.htm URL:https://www.nps.gov/planyourvisit/event-details.htm?id=E7FB35C7-9BA7-1C 8A-35377C08DBAF3CCD LOCATION:Big Thicket Visitor Center\, 6102 FM 420\, Kountze\, TX 77625 CATEGORIES:Hike,Walk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:E8047400-EBEE-FDC4-945F0912E9FC70D9@nps-ical SUMMARY:Canoe Trip DTSTAMP:20260511T003658Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260716T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260716T140000 DESCRIPTION:Join park rangers for a guided canoe trip on the waters of the preserve. The program targets the casual and novice paddler. Canoes\, life jackets\, and paddles are provided. Visitors are asked to bring water\, s nacks\, and water shoes. Canoe trips start in the morning (actual start ti me depends on the season) and take 3-4 hours.\n\nThe location of the canoe trip will be provided upon registration. Please call the visitor center a t 409-951-6700 to reserve your spot. We have 16 seats available per trip. Please limit one family per reservation. Reservations open 2 weeks prior t o trip.\n\nRegistration: Please call the visitor center at 409-951-6700 to reserve your spot. Reservations open 2 weeks prior to trip.\n\nMore info: https://www.nps.gov/bith/planyourvisit/paddle-programs.htm\n\nEvent detai ls: https://www.nps.gov/planyourvisit/event-details.htm?id=E8047400-EBEE-F DC4-945F0912E9FC70D9\n\nAll events: https://www.nps.gov/bith/planyourvisit /calendar.htm URL:https://www.nps.gov/bith/planyourvisit/paddle-programs.htm LOCATION:Canoe trip leader will provide specific location 1-2 days before t he trip. Trips are usually on Village Creek in Kountze\, Silsbee\, or Lumb erton\, or Neches River in Beaumont. CATEGORIES:Guided Tour END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:1445940D-CF68-F8C9-1FC72EA7ED75BD44@nps-ical SUMMARY:Sunset Canoe Trip DTSTAMP:20260511T003658Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260718T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260718T203000 DESCRIPTION:Spend an evening paddling the bayou while the sun sets!\n\nThe canoe trip starts a few hours before sunset and ends shortly after sunset.  \n\nDue to the possibility of paddling in the dark\, all participants are required to bring a headlamp or flashlight. Prior canoeing experience is strongly encouraged.\n\nCanoes\, life jackets\, and paddles are provided. Bring water\, snacks\, and water-ready shoes.\n\nWe have 16 seats availabl e per trip. Please limit one family per reservation.\n\nReservations open 2 weeks prior to the trip date.\n\nQuestions and Reservations: Call 409-95 1-6700\n\nRegistration: Call 409-951-6700 to reserve your spot.\n\nEvent d etails: https://www.nps.gov/planyourvisit/event-details.htm?id=1445940D-CF 68-F8C9-1FC72EA7ED75BD44\n\nAll events: https://www.nps.gov/bith/planyourv isit/calendar.htm URL:https://www.nps.gov/planyourvisit/event-details.htm?id=1445940D-CF68-F8 C9-1FC72EA7ED75BD44 LOCATION:Location will be provided upon registration. CATEGORIES:Guided Tour END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:E80731FC-D4A8-BE76-69F7ECCADC224719@nps-ical SUMMARY:Nature Walk: Learn About Longleaf! DTSTAMP:20260511T003658Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260719T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260719T103000 DESCRIPTION:Join Ranger Nathan for a family-friendly stroll on the Longleaf Pine Trail!\n\nExplore one of Big Thicket's most exciting ecosystems\, th e longleaf pine uplands\, and check out the plants and animals that call i t home. Along the way\, learn how the preserve uses many tools to restore this area—including fire!\n\nThe walk is 1 mile roundtrip. Participants wi ll have a chance to explore on their own after the program ends.\n\nMeet a t the visitor center flagpole. All ages welcome\; no reservations required .\n\nEvent details: https://www.nps.gov/planyourvisit/event-details.htm?id =E80731FC-D4A8-BE76-69F7ECCADC224719\n\nAll events: https://www.nps.gov/bi th/planyourvisit/calendar.htm URL:https://www.nps.gov/planyourvisit/event-details.htm?id=E80731FC-D4A8-BE 76-69F7ECCADC224719 LOCATION:Big Thicket Visitor Center\, 6102 FM 420\, Kountze\, TX 77625 CATEGORIES:Hike,Walk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:E23F96DF-E2F6-91F7-36DB3FEF1147C8E5@nps-ical SUMMARY:Summer Movie Series: The Princess and the Frog DTSTAMP:20260511T003658Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260725T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260725T220000 DESCRIPTION:It's showtime at Big Thicket!\n\nWhen it's hot outside\, stay c ool and watch a free movie in the Big Thicket Visitor Center theater. Befo re the movie begins\, learn about Big Thicket's frogs and toads. After the movie ends\, stargaze with a ranger and look through a telescope at Venus and the Moon (if conditions allow)!\n\nSaturday\, July 25\, 2026:\n\nThe Princess and the Frog\n\n2009 • Rated G\n\nA prince is transformed into a frog and accidentally curses a beautiful princess with an amphibian form a s well when he kisses her in an attempt to break the spell. The two then g o on a wild journey through the bayous of Louisiana in hopes of finding a voodoo priestess who may be able to restore their true forms.\n\nEvent det ails: https://www.nps.gov/planyourvisit/event-details.htm?id=E23F96DF-E2F6 -91F7-36DB3FEF1147C8E5\n\nAll events: https://www.nps.gov/bith/planyourvis it/calendar.htm URL:https://www.nps.gov/planyourvisit/event-details.htm?id=E23F96DF-E2F6-91 F7-36DB3FEF1147C8E5 LOCATION:Big Thicket Visitor Center\, 6102 FM 420\, Kountze\, TX 77625 CATEGORIES:Campfire/Evening Program,Children’s Program,Exhibition/Show,Talk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:E80BEF7F-E1E9-5A4F-01C474E4CC7CDE4E@nps-ical SUMMARY:Nature Walk: Learn About Longleaf! DTSTAMP:20260511T003658Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260809T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260809T103000 DESCRIPTION:Join Ranger Nathan for a family-friendly stroll on the Longleaf Pine Trail!\n\nExplore one of Big Thicket's most exciting ecosystems\, th e longleaf pine uplands\, and check out the plants and animals that call i t home. Along the way\, learn how the preserve uses many tools to restore this area—including fire!\n\nThe walk is 1 mile roundtrip. Participants wi ll have a chance to explore on their own after the program ends.\n\nMeet a t the visitor center flagpole. All ages welcome\; no reservations required .\n\nEvent details: https://www.nps.gov/planyourvisit/event-details.htm?id =E80BEF7F-E1E9-5A4F-01C474E4CC7CDE4E\n\nAll events: https://www.nps.gov/bi th/planyourvisit/calendar.htm URL:https://www.nps.gov/planyourvisit/event-details.htm?id=E80BEF7F-E1E9-5A 4F-01C474E4CC7CDE4E LOCATION:Big Thicket Visitor Center\, 6102 FM 420\, Kountze\, TX 77625 CATEGORIES:Hike,Walk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:E80EEB59-F192-9EE6-5F27EA619899FDB0@nps-ical SUMMARY:Canoe Trip DTSTAMP:20260511T003658Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260813T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260813T140000 DESCRIPTION:Join park rangers for a guided canoe trip on the waters of the preserve. The program targets the casual and novice paddler. Canoes\, life jackets\, and paddles are provided. Visitors are asked to bring water\, s nacks\, and water shoes. Canoe trips start in the morning (actual start ti me depends on the season) and take 3-4 hours.\n\nThe location of the canoe trip will be provided upon registration. Please call the visitor center a t 409-951-6700 to reserve your spot. We have 16 seats available per trip. Please limit one family per reservation. Reservations open 2 weeks prior t o trip.\n\nRegistration: Please call the visitor center at 409-951-6700 to reserve your spot. Reservations open 2 weeks prior to trip.\n\nMore info: https://www.nps.gov/bith/planyourvisit/paddle-programs.htm\n\nEvent detai ls: https://www.nps.gov/planyourvisit/event-details.htm?id=E80EEB59-F192-9 EE6-5F27EA619899FDB0\n\nAll events: https://www.nps.gov/bith/planyourvisit /calendar.htm URL:https://www.nps.gov/bith/planyourvisit/paddle-programs.htm LOCATION:Canoe trip leader will provide specific location 1-2 days before t he trip. Trips are usually on Village Creek in Kountze\, Silsbee\, or Lumb erton\, or Neches River in Beaumont. CATEGORIES:Guided Tour END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:E8125C71-E9A3-6A16-CE7DBD9B13512EF1@nps-ical SUMMARY:Canoe Trip DTSTAMP:20260511T003658Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260822T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260822T140000 DESCRIPTION:Join park rangers for a guided canoe trip on the waters of the preserve. The program targets the casual and novice paddler. Canoes\, life jackets\, and paddles are provided. Visitors are asked to bring water\, s nacks\, and water shoes. Canoe trips start in the morning (actual start ti me depends on the season) and take 3-4 hours.\n\nThe location of the canoe trip will be provided upon registration. Please call the visitor center a t 409-951-6700 to reserve your spot. We have 16 seats available per trip. Please limit one family per reservation. Reservations open 2 weeks prior t o trip.\n\nRegistration: Please call the visitor center at 409-951-6700 to reserve your spot. Reservations open 2 weeks prior to trip.\n\nMore info: https://www.nps.gov/bith/planyourvisit/paddle-programs.htm\n\nEvent detai ls: https://www.nps.gov/planyourvisit/event-details.htm?id=E8125C71-E9A3-6 A16-CE7DBD9B13512EF1\n\nAll events: https://www.nps.gov/bith/planyourvisit /calendar.htm URL:https://www.nps.gov/bith/planyourvisit/paddle-programs.htm LOCATION:Canoe trip leader will provide specific location 1-2 days before t he trip. Trips are usually on Village Creek in Kountze\, Silsbee\, or Lumb erton\, or Neches River in Beaumont. CATEGORIES:Guided Tour END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:E8150672-FFE3-6691-01682F351840C975@nps-ical SUMMARY:Nature Walk: Learn About Longleaf! DTSTAMP:20260511T003658Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260823T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260823T103000 DESCRIPTION:Join Ranger Nathan for a family-friendly stroll on the Longleaf Pine Trail!\n\nExplore one of Big Thicket's most exciting ecosystems\, th e longleaf pine uplands\, and check out the plants and animals that call i t home. Along the way\, learn how the preserve uses many tools to restore this area—including fire!\n\nThe walk is 1 mile roundtrip. Participants wi ll have a chance to explore on their own after the program ends.\n\nMeet a t the visitor center flagpole. All ages welcome\; no reservations required .\n\nEvent details: https://www.nps.gov/planyourvisit/event-details.htm?id =E8150672-FFE3-6691-01682F351840C975\n\nAll events: https://www.nps.gov/bi th/planyourvisit/calendar.htm URL:https://www.nps.gov/planyourvisit/event-details.htm?id=E8150672-FFE3-66 91-01682F351840C975 LOCATION:Big Thicket Visitor Center\, 6102 FM 420\, Kountze\, TX 77625 CATEGORIES:Hike,Walk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:13F64CC3-02DF-12AB-5B75882F8758B704@nps-ical SUMMARY:Fish with a Ranger DTSTAMP:20260511T003658Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260829T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260829T110000 DESCRIPTION:Fish for free with a Park Ranger!\n\nKids and families can lear n all about fishing in the Big Thicket. Learn how to tie different knots\, the types of fish you can catch\, and even try fishing from the bank with a ranger.\n\nLocation:\nCollier's Ferry Park\n5390 Pine St\nBeaumont\, TX 77703\n\nLat/Long Coordinates:\n30.132568\, -94.095898\n\nFishing license not required. All fishing gear is provided. For any questions\, contact u s at 409-951-6700.\n\nEvent details: https://www.nps.gov/planyourvisit/eve nt-details.htm?id=13F64CC3-02DF-12AB-5B75882F8758B704\n\nAll events: https ://www.nps.gov/bith/planyourvisit/calendar.htm URL:https://www.nps.gov/planyourvisit/event-details.htm?id=13F64CC3-02DF-12 AB-5B75882F8758B704 LOCATION:Collier's Ferry Park\, 5390 Pine St\, Beaumont\, TX 77703 CATEGORIES:Children’s Program,Cultural/Craft Demonstration END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:E82C2F20-A36D-DFDC-B623AF0122ECEE07@nps-ical SUMMARY:Off-The-Beaten-Path Hike: Canyonlands Unit DTSTAMP:20260511T003658Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260913T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260913T130000 DESCRIPTION:Go off the beaten path in the Big Thicket!\n\nExplore the rugge d scenery of the rarely-visited Canyonlands Unit with a park ranger. If yo u like adventure\, this hike is for you!\n\nThis is not a typical ranger-l ed hike on a flat\, maintained trail. The hiking conditions will range fro m walking along a dirt road to off-trail hiking through the woods for over 4 miles. Participants may have to navigate inclines\, fallen trees\, and shallow water crossings.\n\nWear long pants and closed-toe shoes. Bring wa ter\, snacks\, and insect repellent. Getting to the site requires driving on a dirt road\, which may be muddy.\n\nFor more information\, reservation s\, and directions\, call us at 409-951-6700.\n\nRegistration: Call 409-95 1-6700 to reserve your spot.\n\nEvent details: https://www.nps.gov/planyou rvisit/event-details.htm?id=E82C2F20-A36D-DFDC-B623AF0122ECEE07\n\nAll eve nts: https://www.nps.gov/bith/planyourvisit/calendar.htm URL:https://www.nps.gov/planyourvisit/event-details.htm?id=E82C2F20-A36D-DF DC-B623AF0122ECEE07 LOCATION:Canyonlands Unit | Spurger\, TX CATEGORIES:Guided Tour,Hike END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:E8F7874D-D4C4-8D3F-5432B7EF032AE61B@nps-ical SUMMARY:Off-The-Beaten-Path Hike: Canyonlands Unit DTSTAMP:20260511T003658Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260920T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260920T130000 DESCRIPTION:Go off the beaten path in the Big Thicket!\n\nExplore the rugge d scenery of the rarely-visited Canyonlands Unit with a park ranger. If yo u like adventure\, this hike is for you!\n\nThis is not a typical ranger-l ed hike on a flat\, maintained trail. The hiking conditions will range fro m walking along a dirt road to off-trail hiking through the woods for over 4 miles. Participants may have to navigate inclines\, fallen trees\, and shallow water crossings.\n\nWear long pants and closed-toe shoes. Bring wa ter\, snacks\, and insect repellent. Getting to the site requires driving on a dirt road\, which may be muddy.\n\nFor more information\, reservation s\, and directions\, call us at 409-951-6700.\n\nRegistration: Call 409-95 1-6700 to reserve your spot.\n\nEvent details: https://www.nps.gov/planyou rvisit/event-details.htm?id=E8F7874D-D4C4-8D3F-5432B7EF032AE61B\n\nAll eve nts: https://www.nps.gov/bith/planyourvisit/calendar.htm URL:https://www.nps.gov/planyourvisit/event-details.htm?id=E8F7874D-D4C4-8D 3F-5432B7EF032AE61B LOCATION:Canyonlands Unit | Spurger\, TX CATEGORIES:Guided Tour,Hike END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:E9195406-B299-28D8-6C9C5A303E25CD6C@nps-ical SUMMARY:National Public Lands Day DTSTAMP:20260511T003658Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260926T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260926T120000 DESCRIPTION:Save the date for National Public Lands Day!\n\nNational Public Lands Day is a nationwide event where volunteers donate a few hours of th eir time to public lands like Big Thicket.\n\nThis event is being planned— check back at a later date for more details!\n\nRegistration: Reservations details TBD.\n\nEvent details: https://www.nps.gov/planyourvisit/event-de tails.htm?id=E9195406-B299-28D8-6C9C5A303E25CD6C\n\nAll events: https://ww w.nps.gov/bith/planyourvisit/calendar.htm URL:https://www.nps.gov/planyourvisit/event-details.htm?id=E9195406-B299-28 D8-6C9C5A303E25CD6C LOCATION:Big Thicket National Preserve CATEGORIES:Volunteer Event END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR