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May 16
10:00am - 1:00pm

Outdoor Workshop: Basecamp Adventure Dutch Oven Campfire Cooking

5539 Hwy 49 Helena-West Helena, AR 72390 United States
A day of hiking and biking on Delta Heritage Trail creates quite an appetite. While a pack lunch and snacks can satisfy on the trail, a hot meal prepared outdoors over a fire in a base camp is an outdoor skill and experience you do not want to miss...
May 16
10:00am - 11:00am

Breakfast in the Den: A Dutch Oven Outdoor Cooking Demonstration

11333 West Arkansas Hwy. 74 West Fork, AR 72774 United States
Join a park interpreter for a morning of flavorful exploration as we showcase the art of crafting delicious breakfast treats in Arkansas' official state cooking vessel, the cast iron Dutch oven. We will cover the basics of temperature control, proper...
May 16
10:00am - 11:00am

Historic Townsite Tour

8047 Hwy. 166 South Pocahontas, AR 72455 United States
Come to Davidsonville Historic State Park to walk the historic townsite with a park interpreter, see the "ghost structures" which provide scale and context for how the town looked when it was here, and hear stories of the people who lived at...
May 16
11:00am - 12:00pm

Kingfisher Trail Hike: Wonderful Wetlands Weekend

9600 Highway 300 Roland, AR 72135 United States
Celebrate Wonderful Wetlands Weekend by exploring a wetland firsthand! This walk travels a 0.5-mile paved loop, where we will meander along the shoreline of the Little Maumelle River and discover why our wetlands are so important to the local ecology...
May 16
11:00am - 12:00pm

Wildlife Hike

100 State Park Drive Russellville, AR 72802 United States
Deer, rabbits, squirrels and various winter birds are just a few of the animals that live in Lake Dardanelle State Park. Join a park interpreter at the Meadowbrook trailhead near the amphitheater for an easy walk and discover the signs left behind...
May 16
11:00am - 12:00pm

Rock Climbing Beta Blast

1285 Petit Jean Mountain Road Morrilton, AR 72110 United States
Struggling to figure out that one move or get your foot to stick on that tiny foothold? You might need the “Beta,” or the specific body positioning, sequence of moves, and techniques needed to get to the top of your climb. Join a park interpreter for...
May 16
11:30am - 12:00pm

What's for Lunch?

100 State Park Drive Russellville, AR 72802 United States
We have 8,000 gallons of aquariums, filled with many of the fish species found in Lake Dardanelle. Join park staff in the visitor center as they feed the fish live food. See for yourself what's for lunch.
May 16
1:00pm - 1:45pm

Discovery on the Lake Trail Hike

11333 West Arkansas Hwy. 74 West Fork, AR 72774 United States
Join a park interpreter as we discover what nature has to offer by enjoying a fun nature walk along the easy Lake Trail.
May 16
1:00pm - 2:00pm

Owl Pass Walk: Wonderful Wetlands Weekend

9600 Highway 300 Roland, AR 72135 United States
Join a park interpreter and embark on a 2-mile round-trip walk on our park’s newest trail, Owl Pass! Explore pristine wetlands, enjoy beautiful views along the base of Pinnacle Mountain, and learn about local flora and fauna as we experience this...
May 16
1:30pm - 1:45pm

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 16
1:30pm - 2:30pm

Snake Sense

Queen Wilhelmina State Park 3877 Highway 88 West Mena, AR 71953 United States
There’s no such thing as a “bad snake," just misunderstood ones. Join a park interpreter to learn about Arkansas’ six venomous snake species and discover how to stay safe if you ever encounter one in the wild.
May 16
2:00pm - 4:00pm

Kayak Cruise

7904 Hwy. 141 Jonesboro, AR 72401 United States
One of the best ways to experience Lake Frierson is from inside a kayak! Join a park interpreter to cruise north on the lake, where the water starts to shallow, water plants thrive, and chances of spotting wildlife increase. No paddling experience is...
May 16
2:00pm - 3:30pm

Macroinvertebrate Mayhem

9600 Highway 300 Roland, AR 72135 United States
An active, kinesthetic program for guests of all ages that teaches how environmental stressors, such as pollution, impact aquatic biodiversity and stream health . With a park interpreter as your guide, you can catch macroinvertebrates in the stream...
May 16
2:00pm - 3:00pm

International Museum Day: Behind-The-Scenes Tour

4815 AR Hwy 161 South Scott, AR 72142 United States
To celebrate International Museum Day, join park staff in taking a sneak peek at how museum artifacts are stored when not on display. Discover how the museum acquires and preserves its collection with a guided behind-the-scenes tour of Plantation...
May 16
2:00pm - 3:00pm

River Safari

1980 Hwy. 278 West Wickes, AR 71973 United States
Explore the underwater world of the Cossatot River with a park interpreter. Snorkel in search of macroinvertebrates and learn how to assess water health based on our finds. All supplies provided. Dress water ready.