Whooper Walk (Registration Required)

Whooping Cranes are back!

Join us at Big Tree for a free weekly guided bird walk starting Wednesday, Dec. 3, 2025, through Wednesday, March 25, 2026, from 9 to 10 a.m.. Note: We will not hold a walk on Dec. 24 or 31.

Space is limited and registration is required: https://savingcranes.org/events/guided-texas-whooping-crane-walk/
Bring: Sunscreen, water, insect repellent, and binoculars, if you have them, along with appropriate outdoor clothing and comfortable shoes. We'll have some loaner binoculars available on a first come first serve basis.

Accessibility: This walk takes place over pavement and grassy/sandy areas. We could walk up to 3/4 of a mile, however there will be an opportunity to park your vehicle further down the road if needed. For accessibility questions, email Ranger Sara: c2FyYSAhIHJvY2sgfCB0cHdkICEgdGV4YXMgISBnb3Y=

You may also like the following events from Goose Island State Park - Texas Parks and Wildlife:

• This Friday, 28th November, 10:00 am, America's Forgotten Tea in Rockport
• This Friday, 28th November, 02:30 pm, Youth Hunting Series: The Art of a Quiet Hunt in Rockport
• This Saturday, 29th November, 09:00 am, Birding with a Ranger (at Big Tree) in Rockport