# Event Details

- **Event Name**: Desert Sketches- Cochineal Dye
- **Event Start and End Date**: Wed, 17 Dec, 2025 at 10:00 am
- **Event Description**: Desert Sketches will help you leave no trace by making memory drawings in a nature journal or sketch book with a twist - using natural color dye pigment from the Cochineal.

Nature journaling is a great way to take your memories with you in a drawing, watercolor or description of what you see at the Fort Leaton Nature area. Ranger Arian will have all your art supplies. We will be using a natural dye called Cochineal and learn about its impact on the textile world. 

When:  10:00 am

Where: Fort Leaton State Historic Site Nature area

What: Bring your own chair or blanket, water bottle, sunscreen and dress for the weather. 

Cost: Program is free with your purchase of day use entrance fees, $5.00 for adults, children under 12 are free. You can use your TSPP to waive your entrance fee pass. Obtained passes at the Fort Leaton SHS or Barton Warnock VC.
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/presidio/desert-sketches-cochineal-dye/200029323654542
- **Event Categories**: art, fine-arts
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 6

## Ticket Details


## Event venue details

- **city**: Presidio
- **state**: TX
- **country**: United States
- **location**: Fort Leaton State Historic Site
- **lat**: 29.542674359454
- **long**: -104.3258432546
- **full address**: Fort Leaton State Historic Site, Presidio, Texas, United States

## Event gallery

- **Alt text**: Desert Sketches- Cochineal Dye
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## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is Desert Sketches- Cochineal Dye being held?
  - **A:** Desert Sketches- Cochineal Dye takes place on Wed, 17 Dec, 2025 at 10:00 am to Wed, 17 Dec, 2025 at 10:00 am at Fort Leaton State Historic Site, Presidio, Texas, United States.
- **Q**: Who is organizing Desert Sketches- Cochineal Dye?
  - **A:** Desert Sketches- Cochineal Dye is organized by Big Bend Ranch State Park-Texas Parks and Wildlife.
- **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me?
  - **A:** Desert Sketches- Cochineal Dye is ideal for art lovers, collectors, creatives, and anyone inspired by visual arts, installations, and exhibitions. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Presidio, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. If Desert Sketches- Cochineal Dye sounds like your kind of event, don't wait - spots fill up fast.

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