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Looking for a family-friendly overnight camping adventure close to home? Registration is open for the City of Bryan’s Parks and Recreation Department for Family Campout at Austin’s Colony Park on Saturday, April 26. The campout begins at 3 p.m. Saturday and ends at 9 a.m. Sunday.
Enjoy an evening of family fun with stargazing with the Brazos Valley Astronomy Club, campfire storytelling by the Bryan + College Station Public Library System, crafts, games, and s’mores. The night wraps up with a showing of the film “RV.” Dinner and breakfast are included.
| Time | Event |
|---|---|
| 3 p.m. | Check-In & Camp Site Set-up |
| 3 – 8 p.m. | Family Games & Activities
|
| 6:30 – 8 p.m. | Hot Dog Dinner & S’mores |
| 7:30 – 8:30 p.m. | Campfire Stories |
| 8 – 10 p.m. | Stargazing |
| Dusk – 10:30 p.m. | Movie: “RV” |
| 11 p.m. – 6 a.m. | Quiet Hours |
| 6:30 – 8:30 a.m. | Breakfast |
| 9 a.m. | Break Camp |
Electricity is not provided. Campers should bring a tent, snacks, drinks, flashlights, lanterns, sleeping bags, insect repellent, folding chairs, and other supplies. Don’t have camping gear? You can rent from Texas A&M Outdoor Adventures.
Pets, alcohol, and glass containers are not allowed.
The cost is $7 per person before April 25 or $10 at the park. Children 3 and younger are free. Ages 18 and under must be accompanied by an adult.
Thank you to event sponsors MetroNet and Bryan / North College Station KOA Holiday.
For more information or to register, call 979-209-5528.
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