
Alligators: Predatory Engineers at Martin Dies, Jr. State Park
Date: October 17, 2026
Time: 2:00 PM
Where: Martin Dies, Jr. State Park
Town: Jasper
Address: 634 Park Road 48 South, Jasper, TX 75951
Cost: free
A ranger explains how the American alligator became one of the most effective predators in the East Texas wetlands. The talk covers alligator anatomy, hunting behavior, and the role the animals play in shaping the habitat around B.A. Steinhagen Lake. Useful background for anyone camping, paddling, or fishing in the park.
Format: In-Person