Event · Outdoors
Basic Fishing — Galveston Island State Park
- When
- Sun, Oct 18 · 9:00 AM–12:00 PM
- Where
- Galveston Island State Park — Horseshoe Pond14901 FM 3005, Galveston, TX 77554Open in Google Maps ↗
- Ages
- Beginners; kids 12 & under free
- Cost
- $5 for adults, FREE for kids 12 & under
- Organizer
- Texas Parks and Wildlife — Galveston Island State Park
Upcoming dates: Sun, Oct 18 · Sun, Nov 8 · Wed, Nov 18 · Sun, Nov 22
Rangers at Galveston Island State Park teach the basics of fishing in three-hour sessions at Horseshoe Pond on Sunday, October 18, Sunday, November 8, Wednesday, November 18 and Sunday, November 22, 2026 (9 a.m. to noon). The program covers the skills needed to get from casting to catching, with beginner-friendly tips that also help families ready to improve. A limited supply of loaner gear is available, so bring your own rods if you have them. Expect sun and water: wear a hat, sunglasses, close-toed shoes and clothes that can get wet, and bring sunscreen, bug spray and a water bottle. Meet at Horseshoe Pond, Point of Interest #2 on the trail map. Cost is $5 for adults and free for kids 12 and under; entry is included with a Texas State Parks Pass.
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All four dates listed on the TPWD park events calendar for Galveston Island State Park; same 9 a.m.–noon session each date.
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