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May 1
9:00am - 9:15am

Diamond Mining 101

209 State Park Rd Murfreesboro, AR 71958 United States
Meet in the upper level of the Diamond Discovery Center to learn the tips and tricks of diamond searching techniques.
May 1
9:00am - 4:00pm

Crochet a Round Rag Rug

1032 Park Avenue Mountain View, AR 72560 United States
Learn to give old linens new life! In this hands-on class, we’ll take recycled and thrifted bed sheets, cut them into strips and crochet them into beautiful round rag rugs. This traditional craft is simple, practical and a wonderful way to create...
May 1
9:00am - 10:00am

Birding Basics Hike

1200 Catherine Park Road Hot Springs, AR 71913 United States
Join a park interpreter at the Slunger Creek Nature Trail to learn the basics of birding. On this 5/8-mile hike, guests will have the opportunity to spot some of Lake Catherine's beautiful birds. Bring a pair of binoculars and water, and wear...
May 1
10:00am - 11:00am

Bear Creek Nature Detective Hike

Join a park interpreter to observe, study and explore the natural environments of Bear Creek Lake. We will be nature detectives, using our senses to investigate the plants, animals, and habitats around us.
May 1
10:00am - 2:00pm

Territorial Arkansas Living History School Day

8047 Hwy. 166 South Pocahontas, AR 72455 United States
Trade the school books for hands-on-history at Davidsonville Historic State Park as we celebrate 200 years since the construction of the oldest courthouse in Arkansas. Teachers, bring your class and come explore town as it would have been during a...
May 1
10:00am - 10:15am

Diamond Mining 101

209 State Park Rd Murfreesboro, AR 71958 United States
Meet in the upper level of the Diamond Discovery Center to learn the tips and tricks of diamond searching techniques.
May 1
11:00am - 11:30am

Fish Feeding

153 Dam Overlook Lane Bull Shoals, AR 72619 United States
Come see the fish feast! It is very entertaining and quite interesting to watch the feeding habits of fish, like a bass striking at a worm or minnow. Gather around the fish tanks and enjoy the show.
May 1
11:00am - 11:45pm

Geocaching Hike

2027 State Park Entrance Road Bismarck, AR 71929 United States
Join the 21st century and discover what geocaching is all about. We’ll take a crash course on one of the fastest-growing activities in America. Then we will hit the trail in search of an actual cache! Smartphone users are encouraged to download a...
May 1
1:00pm - 3:00pm

Yellow Rock Trail Hike Adventure

11333 West Arkansas Hwy. 74 West Fork, AR 72774 United States
Join a park interpreter for a guided hike to explore the Yellow Rock area and take in the views from the Yellow Rock Overlook. This is a 2-mile hike. Wear sturdy shoes and be sure to carry drinking water.
May 1
1:00pm - 1:03pm

Cedar Falls Overlook Stroll

1285 Petit Jean Mountain Road Morrilton, AR 72110 United States
Join a park interpreter at the Cedar Falls Overlook parking area for this easy, handicap accessible, 1/4-mile stroll. We will talk about some of the things that make Petit Jean State Park a special place, as well as enjoy the view of Cedar Falls from...
May 1
1:30pm - 2:30pm

Knot Tying

Learn three essential knots and which to avoid in this hands-on session.
May 1
2:00pm - 2:30pm

Nifty Nests

11333 West Arkansas Hwy. 74 West Fork, AR 72774 United States
It's our Annual Birder Weekend! Join a park interpreter to discover which birds live in what nests and how those nests compare to our own style of home.
May 1
2:00pm - 2:30pm

American Alligator

2542 Hwy. 257 Lake Village, AR 71653 United States
Lake Chicot State Park is home to several wild American alligators and our resident alligator. Meet this ambassador animal and learn about the important role that alligators play in their native ecosystems. After learning about this reptile, join the...
May 1
2:30pm - 3:15pm

The Floor is Lava

209 State Park Rd Murfreesboro, AR 71958 United States
Quick, get to solid ground, the floor is lava! The only way to move forward and get to safety is to correctly answer volcano myth questions. This activity will take place in the Diamond Discovery Center classroom.
May 1
3:00pm - 3:45pm

"Life in Lake Bailey" Hike

1285 Petit Jean Mountain Road Morrilton, AR 72110 United States
Join a park interpreter at the demonstration area behind the visitor center for a chance to examine the unseen life that resides beneath the surface of Lake Bailey. We will learn about the unique ecosystem our lake supports, and the aquatic creatures...