Bentsen-RGV State Park has announced their March programs that include roasting s’mores. There are fun and informative programs for all ages. Scheduled programs are free with park admission. A few events require reservations.

The park has their hawk watch daily from 9 to 11 a.m. at the Hawk Tower. Bird walks are held every Friday, Saturday and Sunday at 8:30 a.m. There will be a Hawk ID Workshop on March 1 at 1 p.m.

Wild Wellness will be held on Friday, March 7 at 8:30 a.m. Fire Building 101 will be held on Saturday, March 15 at 1:30 p.m. The S’more History program will be held on Saturday, March 15 at 2:30 p.m. On Saturday, March 22, there will be a night tour at 7:30 p.m. All of these programs require reservations.

Sign up for events that require reservations begin on the first of the month.

Park grounds are open 7 a.m. to 10 p.m. The store is open from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Tram transportation service is available from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. daily and leaves from headquarters on the hour.

All programs meet at the tram turnaround at the park headquarters unless otherwise specified. Call ahead to confirm the schedule and details at (956) 584-9156. The park is located at 2800 S. Bentsen Palm Drive in Mission.