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May 2
10:00am - 11:00am

Spring Wildflower Hike

2092 Hwy. 168 North Paragould, AR 72450 United States
Join a park interpreter in hiking the Spider Creek Trail in search of wildflowers that call Crowley’s Ridge home. This is a 1.0-mile moderate trail. Make sure you wear sturdy shoes, bring water, and dress for weather.
May 2
10:00am - 11:00am

Morning Bird Walk

100 State Park Drive Russellville, AR 72802 United States
Join a park interpreter in front of the visitor center to take a walk through the area in search of our visiting birds. Even if you’ve never birded before, you can enjoy these creatures in a whole new way!
May 2
10:00am - 10:45am

Meet a Snake

5752 State Park Lane Harrisburg, AR 72432 United States
Join a park interpreter to learn what the snakes of Arkansas can do for us and how they go about their everyday lives. You'll even get the chance to meet some live snakes.
May 2
10:00am - 10:30am

Cotton Ginning Demonstration

4815 AR Hwy 161 South Scott, AR 72142 United States
Join park staff to learn more about this machine that changed history. This program provides an up-close look at how a ten-saw gin functions and the chance to feel the difference between cotton before and after ginning.
May 2
10:30am - 11:30am

Fly Fishing 101

3705 Hwy. 25 Powhatan, AR 72458 United States
Think fly fishing can only be done in world-class trout rivers? Think again! Fly fishing can be done anywhere that conventional tackle is used, but with special considerations for certain bodies of water. Starting on lakes is a great introduction to...
May 2
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 2
1:00pm - 1:45pm

Discovering Nature Journals

82 Woolly Hollow Road Greenbrier, AR 72058 United States
Preserve your memories and experiences in the great outdoors in a journal. Meet a park interpreter at the lake center (backside of the snack bar) to make your own journal and learn some outdoor journaling tips. All materials are provided.
May 2
1:00pm - 2:00pm

Live Birds of Prey

11333 West Arkansas Hwy. 74 West Fork, AR 72774 United States
Nothing quite compares to the chance of meeting an owl up close and personal! Bring the family and all your questions to learn more about Arkansas’s birds of prey as guest speaker Lynn Sciumbato from Morning Star Wildlife Rehabilitation gives you...
May 2
1:00pm - 1:45pm

Arkansas City Trailhead Guided Hike

5539 Hwy 49 Helena-West Helena, AR 72390 United States
Join us at the Arkansas City Trailhead as we explore the rich history of Delta Heritage Trail State Park's southern terminus in Arkansas City. From the trailhead, a park interpreter will lead an easy 1-mile guided hike past the historical riverfront...
May 2
1:30pm - 2:30pm

Wildflower Hike

20201 East Hwy. 12 Rogers, AR 72756 United States
What is the difference between a wildflower and a weed? Join a park interpreter on this easy half-mile hike as we explore the beautiful wildflowers along the Sinking Stream Trail. Meet at the Van Winkle/Sinking Stream Trailhead.
May 2
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 2
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.
May 2
2:00pm - 4:00pm

Mr. Whitney's Cotton Gin

8047 Hwy. 166 South Pocahontas, AR 72455 United States
Cotton plants grow fluffy white bolls, but you can’t just pick them and turn them into cloth. Join a park interpreter to learn how one important machine helps make your favorite t-shirt possible. This is a come-and-go event, guests may drop in and...
May 2
2:00pm - 3:00pm

Constellation Can Lanterns

Surrounded by forest, Mississippi River State Park is perfect for viewing the night sky. Join a park interpreter to create your own night sky lantern!
May 2
2:00pm - 3:00pm

Scaly and Slimy Critters

Hwy. 324 Perryville, AR 72126 United States
Learn about the many reptiles and amphibians that call Lake Sylvia home! View taxidermy, snake skins and other animal artifacts to learn about these amazing critters. Then create a fun beaded snake craft as a souvenir of your visit.