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May 24
11:00am - 12:00pm

Pedal and Picnic Ride

1285 Petit Jean Mountain Road Morrilton, AR 72110 United States
Join a park interpreter for a family-friendly bike ride along the CCC Hike and Bike Trail. We’ll start at the CCC Hike and Bike trailhead at the old visitor center, ride to Mather Lodge with a stop at the Lower Cedar Creek Canyon overlook, then...
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May 24
11:00am - 12:00pm

BARK Ranger Memorial Day Hike

506 East Douglas Street Prairie Grove, AR 72753 United States
Join a park interpreter for a 1.5-mile hike along the Battlefield Trail. BARK Rangers must be leashed at all times. Treats and special BARK Ranger certificates will be available at the end of the hike. Hike will meet at Hindman Hall.
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May 24
11:00am - 12:00pm

Catch of the Day

100 State Park Drive Russellville, AR 72802 United States
Thanks to the healthy fishery of Lake Dardanelle, you can experience the thrill of nature and the success of the catch. Join a park interpreter in the grassy area across from the visitor center to discover the diversity of the fishery and Lake...
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May 24
11:00am - 12:00pm

Mammals and Their Habits

3705 Hwy. 25 Powhatan, AR 72458 United States
Join the park interpreter to learn about some of the local furbearing residents that call the park home. You will have the opportunity to feel the furs of various mammals as we discuss their relationships to each other as well as their roles in the...
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May 24
11:00am - 12:00pm

Micro Hike

1980 Hwy. 278 West Wickes, AR 71973 United States
Have you ever imagined the world from the perspective of a bug? Join a park interpreter as we slow down and observe the smaller elements in the landscape– you never know what you might find! This 0.5-mile round trip hike is rated easy to moderate.
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May 24
11:00am - 12:00pm

RIDGE EXPLORATION HIKE

What natural wonders await us? Join a park interpreter for a 1-mile hike to explore Crowley’s Ridge State Park habitat and plants. Wear sturdy shoes and bring water.
May 24
12:00pm - 1:00pm

Leave No Trace Watercolors

1980 Hwy. 278 West Wickes, AR 71973 United States
Do you know the 7 principles of Leave No Trace? Join a park interpreter to create your own watercolor painting as we learn about the different ways we can help keep our park clean and healthy for visitors and animals for years to come. All supplies...
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May 24
12:00pm - 12:30pm

Campfire Craft

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.
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May 24
12:30pm - 2:30pm

Guided Kayak Adventure: Kate Adams Lake

5539 Hwy 49 Helena-West Helena, AR 72390 United States
Get outdoors and experience the Delta on a guided kayak tour on Kate Adams Lake. Explore the natural world and rich cultural history of the lake and Arkansas City. We will meet at the Arkansas City Trailhead Office and then caravan in your personal...
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May 24
1:00pm - 3:00pm

Herbs and Herb Uses

5530 Hwy. 165 South Gillett, AR 72055 United States
The settlers of the Arkansas Grand Prairie had many uses for wild and domesticated herbs. Join museum staff in the kitchen garden to learn about garden herbs that grow in the Delta and what uses they had in the households of the southern Grand...
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May 24
1:00pm - 2:00pm

Know Your Knots

Queen Wilhelmina State Park 3877 Highway 88 West Mena, AR 71953 United States
Whether you're fishing, camping, or just securing your gear at home, knowing the right knot for the job can make all the difference. Join a park interpreter to learn the ropes, literally! Spend an hour getting hands-on with a variety of useful knots...
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May 24
1:00pm - 4:00pm

Nature Cabin Drop-In

1200 Catherine Park Road Hot Springs, AR 71913 United States
Drop into the nature cabin to discover the things that make Lake Catherine State Park so special. Park interpreters will be available to give brief programs, help start your explorer program or answer any questions you may have about this special...
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May 24
1:00pm - 1:30pm

Legends of Petit Jean

1285 Petit Jean Mountain Road Morrilton, AR 72110 United States
Petit Jean is a strange mountain with many natural wonders, but that isn’t all that is fascinating. Meet a park interpreter to discover some stories surrounding the naming of this mountain during the early days of exploration.
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May 24
1:00pm - 2:00pm

Make your own Button Bracelets

506 East Douglas Street Prairie Grove, AR 72753 United States
During and after the Civil War, one of the most popular ways to make jewelry was to repurpose items soldiers had access to. Uniform buttons were often used to make necklaces or bracelets. Soldiers could send them home to family, but families and...
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May 24
1:00pm - 1:30pm

Pinecone Bird Feeders

15458 Sheperd Springs Road Mountainburg, AR 72946-0004 United States
Join a park interpreter for a fun-filled family activity. Discover birds that call Lake Fort Smith State Park home. Craft a bird feeder to help our feathered friends as they prepare for the coming season. Be aware, peanut butter will be used in the...
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