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May 31
9:00am - 10:00am

Volunteer Hour

2542 Hwy. 257 Lake Village, AR 71653 United States
For this service hour, we are calling on volunteers to help us keep Lake Chicot State Park a pristine place for visitors and animals that call the lake home. Meet at the visitor center to pick up supplies and receive an assignment. Water, warm...
May 31
9:00am - 9:45am

Big Ben Trail Guided Hike

201 County Road 754 Wynne, AR 72396 United States
Meet a park interpreter to learn about Village Creek State Park's history, listen to the stories behind the name of Ben, and acknowledge the power your actions can have here. This is a 0.5-mile moderate trail. Make sure you wear sturdy shoes, bring...
May 31
9:00am - 10:00am

Orienteering

1980 Hwy. 278 West Wickes, AR 71973 United States
No cell service at your campsite? No worries! Forgo the online map and learn how to use a compass with a park interpreter. We will discuss how to brush up on basic compass skills. (Program best suited for adults and kids 12+.)
May 31
9:00am - 10:00am

FUN WITH FURS

Examine native furs and skulls with a park interpreter. Learn about park mammals in this hands-on drop-in session.
May 31
10:00am - 11:00am

Devil's Den Softball

11333 West Arkansas Hwy. 74 West Fork, AR 72774 United States
Everyone is invited to join the park interpreters for a game of Devil’s Den Softball. Come be a part of this living legacy. We have gloves, bats, and balls, but we need you for a game. This friendly game connects participants to the past at Devil's...
May 31
10:00am - 11:00am

Discovery Hike

5752 State Park Lane Harrisburg, AR 72432 United States
Join a park interpreter for an easy hike down the Pale Wood Trail where we will discover what nature has in store. Feel free to bring binoculars, field guides, and your nature questions. Closed-toe shoes and weather-appropriate clothes are...
May 31
10:00am - 11:30am

Camp Ouachita Walking Tour

Hwy. 324 Perryville, AR 72126 United States
Enjoy a walking tour to learn the rich history of Lake Sylvia and Camp Ouachita. Explore the renovated and historic structures, view vintage photos and hear memories of the past as you take a stroll on the old cabin trail. The walk will be taken at a...
May 31
10:00am - 10:15am

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 31
10:00am - 10:30am

Beautiful Butterflies

131 Columbia Road 459 Magnolia, AR 71753 United States
How does a caterpillar become the beautiful butterfly that you see flying in the park? Join the park interpreter to discover the answer and make a craft to take home.
May 31
10:00am - 12:00pm

Birding along Owl Pass

9600 Highway 300 Roland, AR 72135 United States
Are you a birder or wanting to get into it? We have a great opportunity to go down the newly built Owl Pass Trail from the visitor center to the Arboretum which parallels the Little Maumelle River. This 2.5-mile round trip walk will be on pavement...
May 31
11:00am - 12:00pm

MINNOW TRAP

Make a minnow trap from a 2-liter bottle to catch live bait. Bring a bottle if you have one. Supplies are limited.
May 31
11:00am - 11:45am

What's the Catch?

201 County Road 754 Wynne, AR 72396 United States
Do fish have a sixth sense? Meet a park interpreter to discover how fish use their senses to navigate their underwater world. We will make a paper fish craft, all while uncovering the secret superpower of a fish—their sixth sense!
May 31
1:00pm - 1:45pm

Geocaching Hike

2027 State Park Entrance Road Bismarck, AR 71929 United States
Join the 21st century and discover what geocaching is all about. We’ll take a crash course on one of the fastest-growing activities in America. Then we will hit the trail in search of an actual cache! Smartphone users are encouraged to download a...
May 31
1:00pm - 3:00pm

Butterfly Tabletop

20201 East Hwy. 12 Rogers, AR 72756 United States
Butterflies are probably the most popular insects due to their beautiful wings. They play an important role as pollinators of many plants, and some are food for birds and other wildlife. Discover the butterflies you could see while exploring the park...
May 31
1:00pm - 1:45pm

"Becoming A Wildlife Watcher" Walk

1285 Petit Jean Mountain Road Morrilton, AR 72110 United States
Meet a park interpreter at the pool parking area to begin your nature observation adventure. We will learn some helpful habits for observing wildlife and shortly embark on a seasonal nature walk to put our skills to the test. Please remember to wear...