March into spring at Bonham State Park
By Linda Brinlee
Mar 6, 2024
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Bonham, Texas -- Join us at Bonham State Park as we March into spring. We are offering several activities to enjoy the warmer weather. Some of the planned events include, but are not limited to:

Guided Hikes - meet at the Flagpole
7 pm on Friday, March 8 - Night Creatures
10 am on Saturday, March 9 - Texas Pollinators
7 pm on Friday March 22 - Night Sky
10 am on Saturday, April 13 - Colours of the Park, a Wildflower Hike

Ranger Programs – meet at the Lakeside Pavilion
10-11am on Saturday, March 23 - Games and Crafts Outpost
10-11am on Saturday, March 30 - Birds and More Birds
10-11am on Saturday, April 6 - Coffee with the Ranger

Fishing101 – meet at the Pier
2-3 pm on Tuesday, March 12
2-3 pm on Thursday, March 14

Outdoor Cooking Workshops - meet at Picnic Grounds
10 am on Thursday, March 14 - Camp Cooking Knowhow
10 am on Friday, March 15 - Grandma’s Classic Cooking
10 am on Saturday, March 16 - Dutch Oven 101

Special Programs - meet at Headquarters
7-9:30 pm on Saturday, March 9 - Movie Night “Over the Hedge”

1-3 pm on Saturday, March 23 - Cowboy Chuck Wagon

Noon on Monday, April 8 – Solar Eclipse for Young and Old

The events are free with a valid day-use permit. Entrance fee of $4.00 for visitors, 13 years old and up. Children, 12 years old and younger, have free entrance into the park.

Remember that day-use only and camping permits are limited at Texas State Parks. Book your reservations online up to 5 months ahead for camping and 30 days ahead for day-use only. Check us out on Facebook and our webpage for additional details and dates.

Sneak Peek for April - Those who wish to view the solar eclipse totality at Bonham State Park on Monday, April 8, must pre-purchase their day passes online through www.ReserveAmerica.com. Day passes are available up to 30 days in advance. It is anticipated that the park will quickly reach maximum capacity. Approved solar eclipse viewing glasses are available for purchase. Get your viewing glasses soon before they are sold out.