Arkansas State Park Events

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May 24
3:30pm - 4:00pm

Jitterbugs--Tinkering for Kids

4087 Smackover Hwy. Smackover, AR 71762 United States
Join a park interpreter as we tinker with circuits to create a jitterbug.
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May 24
4:00pm - 4:45pm

Bear Cave Hike

1285 Petit Jean Mountain Road Morrilton, AR 72110 United States
Join a park interpreter at the Bear Cave Trailhead for an interesting walk among the giant sandstone boulders and slot canyons of the Bear Cave area. This is a relatively easy 1/4-mile hike that is great for the whole family. Please wear sturdy shoes...
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May 24
4:00pm - 4:30pm

Web Watchers

11333 West Arkansas Hwy. 74 West Fork, AR 72774 United States
Discover the fascinating secrets behind the many web designs crafted by different spider species—and discover even more spider facts.
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May 24
5:30pm - 6:30pm

WATERCOLOR BY THE WATER'S EDGE

Join a park interpreter for a relaxing lakeside watercolor session. All skill levels welcome. Supplies available while they last or bring your own. Capture the beauty of the water’s edge with color and creativity.
May 24
6:00pm - 6:45pm

Bat Behavior

1200 Catherine Park Road Hot Springs, AR 71913 United States
Bats play a significant role in keeping the ecosystem of Lake Catherine State Park alive. Join a park interpreter at the amphitheater to learn about these fascinating animals and have a chance to see a few.
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May 24
6:00pm - 7:00pm

Sunset Watercolor Painting

Hwy. 324 Perryville, AR 72126 United States
Enjoy a relaxing evening inspired by the beauty of Lake Sylvia at sunset. Create a watercolor painting of the sunset on the lake with the help of a park interpreter. Gather for a sense of community and talk about the fun activities the long weekend...
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May 24
6:30pm - 7:30pm

Journaling the Journey

Queen Wilhelmina State Park 3877 Highway 88 West Mena, AR 71953 United States
Have you ever spotted something in the park you wished you could take home, but knew you shouldn’t? Nature journaling is the perfect way to capture what you see without disturbing the park’s natural setting. Join a park interpreter to create your own...
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May 24
6:30pm - 8:00pm

Sunset Kayak Tour

201 County Road 754 Wynne, AR 72396 United States
What better way to end the day than kayaking Lake Dunn at sunset? Join a park interpreter for a peaceful paddle tour where we will search for wildlife and discover who calls Village Creek State Park home. The tour will last around 1.5 hours...
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May 24
8:00pm - 8:45pm

Night Hike at the Reservoir

1285 Petit Jean Mountain Road Morrilton, AR 72110 United States
Meet a park interpreter at the pool parking lot for a special night-hiking experience around the Reservoir and the CCC Hike and Bike trail. We will look for some of the nocturnal creatures that call Petit Jean Mountain home. Please bring along a...
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May 24
8:00pm - 9:30pm

Stargazing

506 East Douglas Street Prairie Grove, AR 72753 United States
Join a park interpreter for stargazing at the Battlefield! Bring a chair, a blanket, and binoculars. Program will meet at Borden House.
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May 24
8:00pm - 8:30pm

Cicada Symphony

153 Dam Overlook Lane Bull Shoals, AR 72619 United States
Have you heard? Cicadas are out at Bull Shoals-White River State Park. Join a park interpreter to learn about these loud insects and why they make their home here. Get the opportunity to join the symphony by making your own cicada harmonica.
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May 24
8:00pm - 9:00pm

Night Sensory Hike

2092 Hwy. 168 North Paragould, AR 72450 United States
Join the park interpreter for a moderate 1/2-mile hike through the woods using most of our senses. What can you hear? What can you smell? We will be hiking the Lake Walcott Trail.
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May 24
9:00pm - 9:30pm

Knot Knowing is Half the Fun

15458 Sheperd Springs Road Mountainburg, AR 72946-0004 United States
Want to know how you can make good connections while fishing at Lake Fort Smith State Park? Join a park interpreter for a hands-on knot tying demonstration where you will discover how to make some of the strongest connections. No previous experience...
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May 25

Planting Day

5530 Hwy. 165 South Gillett, AR 72055 United States
Clean up and plant an herb garden. We will sow seeds from the past as we recreate a “kitchen garden” near our summer kitchen exhibit. Children will also be given their own special biodegradable planting pots to take home with soil and planted seeds...
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May 25
5:00am - 7:00am

Memorial Day Sunrise Hike on the West Summit Trail

9600 Highway 300 Roland, AR 72135 United States
Join a park interpreter on our yearly tradition as we depart from the West Summit trailhead to the top of Pinnacle Mountain to experience the Memorial Day sunrise over the Arkansas River valley. This hike is 1.5 miles round trip, and rated hard in...
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