Arkansas State Park Events

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Our interpretive guides routinely schedule fun, family-friendly adventures that are designed to help you have a more meaningful park experience and make memories of a lifetime. We offer more than 15,000 activities each year, including outdoor recreation skills demonstrations and workshops, guided hikes, lake tours on park boats, birding walks, kayak tours, living history activities, nature games, bald eagle watches, spring wildflower walks, campfires, school field trips, and much more — there’s something going on all the time! Use the search filters to view specific parks, dates, or topics.

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Oct 23
1:00pm - 1:30pm

Burn Smart, Leave No Mark

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Mount Magazine State Park, 16878 AR-309, Paris, AR 72855 United States
Campfires can warm the night and cook our meals but they can also scar the land for years. Join a park interpreter for a guided activity about how to enjoy fire sustainably and responsibly. From smart wood choices to safe extinguishing, discover how...
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Oct 23
1:30pm - 1:45pm

Diamond Mining 101

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Crater of Diamonds State Park, 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.
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Oct 23
1:30pm - 2:00pm

Turtle Time

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Devil's Den State Park, 11333 West Arkansas Hwy. 74, West Fork, AR 72774 United States
Meet a park interpreter for some turtle watching and discovering the secrets of the turtles of Devil’s Den State Park.
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Oct 23
2:00pm - 2:30pm

A Better Campfire

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Lake Fort Smith State Park, 15458 Shepherd Springs Road, Mountainburg, AR 72946-0004 United States
You can build a better campfire. Whether at the campsite or an emergency situation, fire starting is a valuable skill. Meet a park interpreter and discover various methods of starting a fire. Explore multiple types of fire used for specific purposes...
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Oct 23
2:00pm - 2:30pm

Colors of Nature

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Village Creek State Park, 201 County Road 754, Wynne, AR 72396 United States
Discover nature’s colorful side. Meet a park interpreter to search for what colors can be found around Village Creek State Park. This program is great for kids of any age.
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Oct 23
2:00pm - 2:30pm

Nature Journals

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Crater of Diamonds State Park, 209 State Park Rd, Murfreesboro, AR 71958 United States
There is a lot to explore at Crater of Diamonds State Park. Whether you are an entry level rockhound or are a wildflower wanderer, a nature journal can help you document your finds. Meet in the Diamond Discovery Center classroom to make your own...
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Oct 23
2:00pm - 2:45pm

Things You "Otter" Know

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Jacksonport State Park, 111 Avenue St., Newport, AR 72112 United States
Do otters eat animals that are found in the water? Do they have special adaptations that help them to swim better? Do otters live by the water or further inland? Join a park interpreter to discover more about this fun-loving, water-loving animal.
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Oct 23
2:00pm - 3:00pm

Owl Pellet Dissection

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Queen Wilhelmina State Park, Queen Wilhelmina State Park 3877 Highway 88 West, Mena, AR 71953 United States
Many meat-eating birds, like owls, have an interesting way of dealing with unwanted parts of their food. Join a park interpreter for a closer look at owl pellets, nature's version of a mystery puzzle. We'll dissect real pellets to uncover what owls...
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Oct 23
2:00pm - 3:00pm

Grab Bag Adventures

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Cane Creek State Park, 50 State Park Road, Star City, AR 71667 United States
Do you think you are adventurous enough to close your eyes and feel the contents of a nature grab bag? Fun and laughter expected during this program.
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Oct 23
3:00pm - 3:45pm

Trailblazer's Crossing Hike

Hikes
Devil's Den State Park, 11333 West Arkansas Hwy. 74, West Fork, AR 72774 United States
Embark on a 1-mile walk along the easy Lake Trail, where history and wild beauty collide. Be sure to wear comfortable hiking shoes. Bring drinking water and insect repellant.
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Oct 23
3:00pm - 3:45pm

Cameron Bluff Stroll

Hikes
Mount Magazine State Park, 16878 AR-309, Paris, AR 72855 United States
Stroll with a park interpreter into some intriguing history of early settlers on Mount Magazine State Park. Guests will also see some of Arkansas’ most scenic landscapes from Cameron’s Bluff. This hike includes mostly paved surfaces, some uneven...
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Oct 23
3:00pm - 3:45pm

Pioneer Life: Use and Care of Cast Iron

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Lake Fort Smith State Park, 15458 Shepherd Springs Road, Mountainburg, AR 72946-0004 United States
Cast iron cookware was an essential part of pioneer life. Come meet a park interpreter and discover how this timeless classic was used and why it remains a beloved items in kitchens and campsites alike. Be sure and stick around for samples that will...
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Oct 23
3:00pm - 3:45pm

Ten-Minute Outdoor Skills

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Petit Jean State Park, 1285 Petit Jean Mountain Road, Morrilton, AR 72110 United States
Want to level up your campfire game? Meet a park interpreter inside historic Mather Lodge to learn essential outdoor skills in just 10 minutes at a time. Whether it’s building the perfect camp, mastering a useful knot, or discovering clever campfire...
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Oct 23
4:00pm - 4:30pm

Wings Over the Water

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Bull Shoals-White River State Park, 153 Dam Overlook Lane, Bull Shoals, AR 72619 United States
Get a chance to view the two vulture species in Arkansas as they soar above Bull Shoals Lake and the White River. Learn interesting facts about these birds and their importance to the ecosystem here at the park. Don’t forget to bring your binoculars.
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Oct 23
4:00pm - 4:30pm

Mammals of Village Creek

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Village Creek State Park, 201 County Road 754, Wynne, AR 72396 United States
Have you ever felt the fur of a bobcat? Meet a park interpreter to learn about many of the diverse mammal species that call Village Creek State Park home in this hands-on fur experience.
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