TEXANS FOR STATE PARKS ANNUAL CONFERENCE & AWARDS PROGRAM
The Texans for State Parks Annual Conference of the members is held each year for the transaction of the group’s business. The conference is open to all members, and non-members are also invited to attend. The annual conference provides an opportunity to help keep members and other park supporters informed about issues affecting the state park system and to have an opportunity to get involved and make a difference. It also provides an opportunity for members and interested persons to network with others working in support of the parks. The Conference is held each year in different parts of the state to make it more convenient for everyone to attend. The date and location of the 2026 Conference will be posted here when it’s available. Conference Registrations will begin at 5 pm Friday, with a welcome and light meal at 6 pm. Saturday will begin at 8 am with early registration, welcome and breakfast. The afternoon highlight will be the presentation of awards for Outstanding Park Superintendents and staff members, volunteers and partner groups from across the state. The link for registration below will be active for the next conference. To register online, click on the CONFERENCE REGISTRATION FORM link below to open the registration form.
See more about the awards program below
OUTSTANDING AWARDS PROGRAM
Texans for State Parks has developed an Awards Program to positively recognize persons for their exemplary service to our State Parks. The presentation of the awards will coincide with the Texans for State Parks Annual Conference each year. The opening date for Nominations and forms for submitting nominations in each category will be available below. Awards will be presented in four categories in each of the six (6) Texas State Parks Regional Areas. The four categories will be Outstanding Superintendent, Outstanding Staff Member, Outstanding Volunteer, and Outstanding Friends Group.
Nominations may be submitted by the general public, the State Park Staff, or the Friends Group members. For any nomination to be considered, it must be submitted through the Texans for State Parks Website using the format provided, and good park communication will avoid duplication of nominations. The nomination committee will present a list of those nominated to each of the regional directors for their review. Those nominated from each region will be voted on by the nomination committee to determine the final four awards in each region. The final results will be presented by the nominations committee to the President and full board of directors. A winner cannot be nominated again for five years.