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...
2027 State Park Entrance Road
Bismarck, AR 71929
United States
Enjoy a relaxing and scenic cruise on DeGray Lake with a park interpreter as your guide. Discover the history of the lake, watch for wildlife, and view rock outcrops and unique islands. Seating is limited; reservations can be made beginning noon the...
Reaching the highpoint of The Natural State provides more than just bragging rights - it provides a sense of home and habitat. Join a park interpreter for a hike to the highest elevation in Arkansas. Seasonally appropriate attire, drinking water...
100 State Park Drive
Russellville, AR 72802
United States
Exciting recreation and adventure await you on Lake Dardanelle as long as you are mindful of some basics. Meet a park interpreter across from the pavilion near the kayak rental kiosk to learn how to stay safe while enjoying the water at Lake...
Join a Park Interpreter who will explain where turtles live, what they eat, and how they survive, we will highlight unique features of some special species like the alligator snapper or the small stinkpot turtles.
Join a park interpreter for a beary fun time! Discover the amazing bears found in the Ouachita Mountains. View fascinating pelts, skulls and other animal artifacts to learn about one of Arkansas' largest mammals. Then complete a fun bear-themed paint...
8047 Hwy. 166 South
Pocahontas, AR 72455
United States
Join a park interpreter and journey back in time before the days of cell phones, e-mail, typewriters, and ink pens to learn how messages would have been written and sent in Davidsonville’s time. Write your very own message for friends and family...
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.
11333 West Arkansas Hwy. 74
West Fork, AR 72774
United States
Did you know there is a rabbit seen on the moon? Discover how the cottontail rabbit survives every day on the ground here at Devil’s Den State Park. Then listen to stories of rabbits living in the sky.
131 Columbia Road 459
Magnolia, AR 71753
United States
Frogs are fascinating creatures, but life isn’t always easy for them. Join the park interpreter to learn about the remarkable life of these little green critters and the role they play at Logoly State Park.
82 Woolly Hollow Road
Greenbrier, AR 72058
United States
Join a park interpreter at the Fishing Pier for your chance to pull a seine in Lake Bennett! Once we have completed our seine pulls, we will identify what we catch. Please wear clothes that can get wet and sturdy shoes (no flip flops or slides) for...
Join a park interpreter for a relaxing lakeside watercolor session. All skill levels welcome. Supplies are limited or bring your own. Capture the beauty of the water’s edge with color and creativity.
100 State Park Drive
Russellville, AR 72802
United States
Join a park interpreter at the visitor center to explore different ways to cook outdoors at this drop-in program. From classic campground grills to Dutch ovens, camp stoves, and no-cook options, discover how your camp kitchen can be as simple or as...
1285 Petit Jean Mountain Road
Morrilton, AR 72110
United States
Want to learn how to build a fire? Join a park interpreter at the amphitheater to learn how to build your own. This program will last around 30 minutes.
