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Apr 12
2:00pm - 2:45pm

Hike to the Big Bluff Overlook

153 Dam Overlook Lane Bull Shoals, AR 72619 United States
Enjoy the sights, sounds, and scenery of Bull Shoals-White River State Park on a guided hike to the Big Bluff overlook. This hike is moderately strenuous. Bring water and wear sturdy shoes.
Apr 12
2:00pm - 3:00pm

Soda Can Fishing

2027 State Park Entrance Road Bismarck, AR 71929 United States
Forgot your fishing pole? No problem! Join a park interpreter to discover an innovative way to fish on a whim. All you will need to bring is an empty soda can (or bottle), and we will show you the rest. Drinks can be bought inside the marina for...
Apr 12
2:00pm - 4:00pm

Baa Baa Black Sheep

8047 Hwy. 166 South Pocahontas, AR 72455 United States
How does a fleece get from a sheep’s back to warm fluffy socks for you? Learn how the people of Davidsonville turned wool fibers into yarn for clothing and help a park interpreter do the same steps.
Apr 12
2:00pm - 3:45pm

Lake Tour

15458 Sheperd Springs Road Mountainburg, AR 72946-0004 United States
Enjoy Lake Fort Smith State Park's history, scenery, geology, wildlife, and possible waterfalls on this boating adventure! Meet a park interpreter at the marina dock. Binoculars and life vests are provided. Space is limited, pre-registration is...
Apr 12
2:00pm - 4:00pm

Preserving the Legacy

111 Avenue St. Newport, AR 72112 United States
Join a park interpreter for a special 2 hour open self-guided tour of the 1872 Courthouse Museum! Learn how Jacksonport became the county seat, what the building was used for after the county seat moved to Newport, and why the courthouse was almost...
Apr 12
2:00pm - 4:00pm

Dutch Oven Outdoor Cooking

1980 Hwy. 278 West Wickes, AR 71973 United States
Join a park interpreter for a tasty camp treat! We’ll be making biscuits and homemade butter as we discuss the history of Dutch ovens.
Apr 12
2:30pm - 3:00pm

A Tale of Tails

16728 West State Hwy. 155 Dardanelle, AR 72834 United States
Squirrels and opossums and lizards, oh my! The animals of Mount Nebo State Park have all different kinds of tails, and they use them for a variety of reasons. Join a park interpreter to learn how the animals of the park use their tails to survive.
Apr 12
3:00pm - 4:00pm

Critter Feeding

1980 Hwy. 278 West Wickes, AR 71973 United States
Stop by the visitor center to join a park interpreter in feeding our resident critters– snakes, frogs, turtles and more!
Apr 12
3:00pm - 4:00pm

Animal Myths: Truth or Tale?

Queen Wilhelmina State Park 3877 Highway 88 West Mena, AR 71953 United States
Have you heard that baby snakes are more dangerous than adults? Or been told you’re “blind as a bat?” Join a park interpreter to explore the truth behind common animal myths, including some you may have grown up believing! Take your best guess at...
Apr 12
3:00pm - 3:30pm

The Mystery of the Tracks

131 Columbia Road 459 Magnolia, AR 71753 United States
Many wild animals roam the park when we aren’t looking, leaving only tracks as evidence. Join the park interpreter to find out more about these wild footprints and uncover the mystery of the tracks. There will be an optional short hike after the...
Apr 12
3:00pm - 3:30pm

Meet a Tree Hike

1285 Petit Jean Mountain Road Morrilton, AR 72110 United States
What would Petit Jean State Park be like without our trees? Meet a park interpreter at the amphitheater for a short hike to get to know the trees of the park, and how they shape the land around us. This program lasts about 30 minutes.
Apr 12
3:30pm - 4:00pm

Chinquapin Chat

16728 West State Hwy. 155 Dardanelle, AR 72834 United States
Join a park interpreter to learn about the rich and amazing history of a tree that was thought to be extinct! This program includes its rediscover, restoration and everything in-between.
Apr 12
4:00pm - 5:00pm

Watercolor by the Water's Edge

Join a park interpreter for a lakeside painting session where water meets color! Whether you're a seasoned artist or picking up a brush for the first time, this program is for all skill levels. Supplies are limited and available on a first-come...
Apr 12
5:00pm - 5:45pm

Spring Ephemerals Hike

1285 Petit Jean Mountain Road Morrilton, AR 72110 United States
Do you want to get a glimpse of some of Petit Jean State Park’s most elusive and short-lived wildflowers? Join a park interpreter at Davies Bridge for a short hike and a look at some of the park's most uniquely adapted plant species. This hike lasts...
Apr 12
7:00pm - 7:30pm

Camouflage: Blending in to Stay Alive

153 Dam Overlook Lane Bull Shoals, AR 72619 United States
Camouflage is an important survival strategy in the animal kingdom. Whether animals are hunting for their meal or trying to avoid being eaten, blending into their environment is important! Join a park interpreter to learn more about camouflage!