Nature Fest 2026
Hooked on NatureA free community celebration of Texas wildlife hosted by the Prairie Oaks Chapter of the Texas Master Naturalist program.
What to Expect
Something exciting at every turn for kids, families, and the naturally curious.
Hooked on Nature!
Cast your curiosity into the wild world of the Cross Timbers and discover the animals, plants, and places that make Texas nature so incredible.
Explore & Get Up Close with the WILD Stuff!
Walk through a real native prairie and pollinator garden. Touch, explore, and discover the incredible things living right here in our own backyard!
Play & Create All Day!
Games, arts and crafts, nature walks, and more. So much to do that even the grown-ups won’t want to leave!
Meet Real Nature Experts!
Rangers, biologists, and Master Naturalists are ready to share everything they love about Texas nature. Come learn, ask questions, and discover something new!
Kids Take Home a Rod & Reel!
Kids can take home their own rod and reel and start their own nature adventure. Available while supplies last.
Connect with Your Community!
Meet local organizations, conservation groups, and neighbors who share a passion for Texas nature and the Cross Timbers ecoregion.
Missed Nature Fest 2025? See the Highlights!
Browse our photo album from last year’s event. Because Nature Needs Neighbors.
Nature Fest is free and open to the entire community. Bring the whole family!
Learn more about who we are → The Prairie Oaks Chapter of the Texas Master Naturalist Program
Bosque River Nature Center
735 E. Long Street, Stephenville, TX
Follow signs for parking on arrival.
Get Directions →
Thank You to Our Sponsors
Nature Fest 2026 would not be possible without the generous support of our community partners.
Sportsmen’s Club of Fort Worth
Guadalupe Bass SponsorA proud supporter of Nature Fest 2026 and the wild, wonderful Cross Timbers. Thank you for helping us bring a free day of nature, learning, and community to Stephenville.
Live Oak Legend
Sponsor name coming soon
Armadillo Advocate
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Horned Lizard Helper
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Nature Fest 2026 is free and open to the entire community. Thank you to every sponsor who makes that possible.