July 3, 2009 -- CCC Trail Hike - Hike the only trail that goes from the rim to the floor and learn about the Civilian Conservation Corps contribution to the park. Geology and other information will be given. Meet at the overlook parking lot, half mile from park entrance. Weather permitting. 8:30-10:30 a.m. Please, no dogs. (806) 488-2227

July 4, 2009 -- 75th Anniversary Celebration - Help us celebrate 75 years as a public park by being our guests! All park entrance fees will be waived for our visitors, removing all excuses for you to come for the first time ever, or just the first time in a while. Special programs will be presented on Saturday to show the history of the canyon throughout the day. During the evening hours, the Independence Day version of our annual musical drama, ''TEXAS!'' will sing and dance its way into your hearts. On Sunday, our Pioneer Amphitheatre will host a special concert with Boz Scaggs and his band. Both shows will also have catered meals by Amarillo's famous Big Texan Steak Ranch Restaurant available beforehand, allowing you to enjoy the park's beauty by day, and indulge in dinner and a show at night. Tickets for both nights' entertainment can be purchased at http://www.texas-show.com. Accessible for the mobility impaired. 8 a.m.-midnight; reservations required (806) 488-2227

July 5, 2009 -- 75th Anniversary Celebration - Help us celebrate 75 years as a public park by being our guests! All park entrance fees will be waived for our visitors, removing all excuses for you to come for the first time ever, or just the first time in a while. Special programs will be presented on Saturday to show the history of the canyon throughout the day. During the evening hours, the Independence Day version of our annual musical drama, ''TEXAS!'' will sing and dance its way into your hearts. On Sunday, our Pioneer Amphitheatre will host a special concert with Boz Scaggs and his band. Both shows will also have catered meals by Amarillo's famous Big Texan Steak Ranch Restaurant available beforehand, allowing you to enjoy the park's beauty by day, and indulge in dinner and a show at night. Tickets for both nights' entertainment can be purchased at http://www.texas-show.com. Accessible for the mobility impaired. 8 a.m.-midnight; reservations required (806) 488-2227

July 7, 2009 -- Full Moon Hike - What might you see and hear on a full moon night in the canyon? Come along on a hike and find out. Join park staff on the Juniper Riverside Trail. Park in the parking lot on Alternate Road 5 and walk into Juniper Picnic Area to begin the hike. Bring flashlights. Weather permitting. 9-10 p.m. Please, no dogs. (806) 488-2227.

July 8, 2009 -- Childrens' Nature Program - Elementary age children are invited to participate in learning about various topics related to Palo Duro Canyon. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Meet at Water Crossing #1 picnic area. Weather permitting. Accessible for the mobility impaired. 9-10 a.m. (806) 488-2227.

July 10, 2009 -- Ranger Talk - Join park staff at the Lone Star Interpretive Theater to learn about various topics of interest. Weather permitting. Accessible for the mobility impaired. 8-9 p.m. Please, no dogs. (806) 488-2227

July 11, 2009 -- Bird Walks and Talks - in birds? Want to know more? Meet with an area birder at the Lone Star Interpretive Theater for information and then tour the area to discover what species are present. 8:30-10:30 a.m. )Please, no dogs. (806) 488-2227.

July 15, 2009 -- Family Nature Hike - Join the Park Interpreter at the Pioneer Nature Trail for a leisurely half-mile hike. Learn about the flora and fauna of the canyon and other trails your family might want to explore. Easy trail for families with young children. 9-10 a.m. Please, no dogs. (806) 488-2227

July 17, 2009 -- Givens, Spicer, Lowry Trail Hike - Hike the Givens, Spicer, Lowry Trail with park staff and learn about the American Indian culture and geology of the canyon. Weather permitting. 8:30-10:30 a.m. Please, no dogs.(806) 488-2227.

July 18, 2009 -- Palo Duro Night Sky - Join an area astronomer to view the beautiful skies over Palo Duro Canyon in the Juniper Picnic Area. Bring lawn chairs and telescopes. Park in the parking area on Alternate Road 5 and walk down into picnic area. Weather permitting. Accessible for the mobility impaired. 9-10 p.m. Please, no dogs. (806) 488-2227.

July 22, 2009 -- Childrens' Nature Program - Elementary age children are invited to participate in learning about various topics related to Palo Duro Canyon. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Meet at Water Crossing #1 picnic area. Weather permitting. Accessible for the mobility impaired. (806( 488-2227

July 24, 2009 -- Ranger Talk - Join park staff at the Lone Star Interpretive Theater to learn about various topics of interest. Weather permitting. Accessible for the mobility impaired. 8-9 p.m. Plese, no dogs.(806) 488-2227

July 25, 2009 -- Bird Walks and Talks - Interested in birds? Want to know more? Meet with an area birder at the Lone Star Interpretive Theater for information and then tour the area to discover what species are present. 8:30-10:30 a.m. Please no dogs. (806) 488-2227.

July 29, 2009 -- Family Nature Hike - Join the Park Interpreter at the Pioneer Nature Trail for a leisurely half-mile hike. Learn about the flora and fauna of the canyon and other trails your family might want to explore. Easy trail for families with young children. 9-10 a.m. Please, no dogs. (806) 488-2227