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Texas Outdoor Family | Galveston Island State Park

When:   Sep 11, 2010 09:00 AM to Sep 12, 2010 12:00 PM 
Where:  Galveston Island State Park 
Contact: tofsp@tpwd.state.tx.us  or (512)389-8903 

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
Best of all, no experience is necessary and you get all the help and advice you need from highly skilled outdoor specialists and trained volunteers!

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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 and conservation
•Know Before You Go ... Breaking Camp and Leaving no Trace of your stay

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