Texas Geocampers @ Colorado Bend State Park
We are a group of geocachers who hold monthly events touring the great State Parks of Texas! Our group will camp in a different Texas State Park every month. For this event, we will be camping in the River Group camping area, and we have reserved the entire area for the weekend. There will be activities and ranger-led events, allowing us to experience all that Texas has to offer! This GeoCampers event is planned for the weekend of April 13th, however some camping geocachers will begin arriving on the 12th to take full advantage of the weekend's camping and caching opportunities! You don't have to camp to attend, but camping is highly encouraged!
***Note*** We will be meeting at the Gorman Falls Trail Head at 10:30 AM on the 13th. From here we can hike to the falls as a group. It is a 3 mile hike round trip with -200 feet of elevation gain on the way there and 200 feet on the way back. The pay off will be the beautiful 65 foot waterfall at the end! Dont miss this great hike!
* We will also be planning to do some kayaking on the Coloroado River either Friday or Saturday. If you are interested in this please make note of it in your "will attend log".
Schedule of Events
Friday - Campers begin to arrive and set up camp. Dinner on your own.
Saturday AM - Wake Up! Breakfast on your own and at your own pace!
10:30 AM - Join us for Gorman Falls hike!
6:30 PM - Gather ‘round the fire for Savannah Rice provided by your hosts!
7:30 PM - S'mores supplies will be available around the fire for those who want them while we play a campfire game!
8:00 PM - Trackable Drawing! (Bring unactivated Geo-Coins, trackable tags, or personal tags to participate. )
8:15 PM - Event Ends.
Sunday AM - Breakfast on your own, pack up until next time!
*** Trackable Drawing Guidelines ***
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An unactivated coin = 2 tickets, an unactivated trackable tag = 1 ticket, 2 personal tags= 1 ticket. One ticket will be drawn and the winner recieves the entre haul!
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Group Camp Info
*PLEASE DO NOT CALL THE PARK!* We have the camp reserved, and we will collect the camping fees. You may register with us HERE for $25 per family for two days of camping (Friday and Saturday). Parking is available nearby. This is a primitive style camping with no electricity. Please pack accordingly. There is no running water but a composting toilet is at the site. If you prefer you can drive over to the comfort station for flush toilets and a shower. Hammock campers, there are plenty of trees but bring your stands/tripods if you need them.
NOTE:
Please log a "Will Attend" letting us know how many are attending. If you are planning to camp with us, please include how many are in your group. If you have any other questions, feel free to email us at texasgeocampers@gmail.com.
Want to bring your camper and have full hook up? See this HERE for more camping information that is offered within the park, and more information on how to make those reservations. This park has great hiking and kayaking opportunities. Cave exploration tours are also available if you coordinate wtih the tour service ahead of time.
You will need the normal expected camping gear, folding chairs, food, beverages, flashlights, and other items you require. There is a $4 gate fee per person if you don't have a park pass to enter any State Park.
If you would like to co-host a Texas GeoCampers weekend, please contact us. Thanks for your participation and assisting us support our great Texas State Parks and Historic Sites through camping and geocaching. Be sure to follow us on Facebook or Twitter You can also get the most information on and register for all of our upcoming and planned events at our website!