# Event Details

- **Event Name**: Ink Your Own Declaration
- **Event Start and End Date**: Sat, 04 Jul, 2026 at 08:30 am – Sat, 04 Jul, 2026 at 12:00 pm
- **Event Description**: On this date, we celebrate the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence, which was written using ink made from oak galls. What's a gall? Stop by and find out!

Visit with a Ranger at the Visitor Center to learn about oak galls and iron gall ink. This is the same type of ink the Founding Fathers used to write and sign the Declaration, but this time made with oak galls found at Government Canyon. You can use a quill to write your very own Declaration!

Come and go any time during the event. 

Who Is Invited: 

This activity is stationary (no hike), and all ages are welcome. Minors must be accompanied by their parent or guardian. 

Where to Meet:

This activity meets at the Visitor Center. Lot A will be the closest parking. 

Accessibility: 

This activity is wheelchair-friendly. There is a paved path leading from the parking lots to the Visitor Center. There is an accessible restroom. 

If other ADA assistance is required, please request modifications using this form, or email accessibility@tpwd.texas.gov at least 2 weeks in advance.

How to Prepare:

Registration is not required for this activity. Though the event is free, entrance fees to the Natural Area do apply. 

Dress for time spent outdoors. Comfortable shoes, sunscreen, bug spray and a hat are recommended. 

Cancellation:

This program is weather-dependent and subject to cancellation. Check conditions by calling GCSNA's main office at 210-688-9055, or go to the GCSNA webpage, Instagram, or Facebook.
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/helotes/ink-your-own-declaration/200030117278948
- **Event Categories**: 
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 17

## Ticket Details


## Event venue details

- **city**: Helotes
- **state**: TX
- **country**: United States
- **location**: 12861 Galm Rd, San Antonio, TX, United States, Texas 78254
- **lat**: 29.53708
- **long**: -98.74747
- **full address**: 12861 Galm Rd, San Antonio, TX, United States, Texas 78254, 12861 Galm Rd, San Antonio, TX 78254-9588, United States, Helotes

## Event gallery

- **Alt text**: Ink Your Own Declaration
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## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is Ink Your Own Declaration being held?
  - **A:** Ink Your Own Declaration takes place on Sat, 04 Jul, 2026 at 08:30 am to Sat, 04 Jul, 2026 at 12:00 pm at 12861 Galm Rd, San Antonio, TX, United States, Texas 78254, 12861 Galm Rd, San Antonio, TX 78254-9588, United States, Helotes.
- **Q**: Who is organizing Ink Your Own Declaration?
  - **A:** Ink Your Own Declaration is organized by Government Canyon State Natural Area - Texas Parks and Wildlife.

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