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Homecoming Hootenanny

1032 Park Avenue Mountain View, AR 72560 United States
Enjoy two nights of old-time mountain music and dance at our acclaimed 1,000-seat indoor music venue, Ozark Highlands Theater, during Memorial Day weekend. You'll enjoy performances by Ozark Folk Center favorites including award-winning vocalists...
May 22
9:00am - 10:00am

BIRD SOUNDSCAPE HIKE

Join a park interpreter to use audio recorders to capture spring bird calls. Analyze ecosystem health through sound diversity and connect to migration patterns at the park.
May 22
9:00am - 9:45am

Guided Hike

6071 Hwy. 600 Jersey, AR 71651 United States
Join a park ranger for an easy 0.25-mile hike through a beautiful bottomland hardwood forest. We will learn how to identify some trees and hopefully have some birding opportunities. Bug spray and walking shoes are recommended.
May 22
9:30am - 10:30am

Jewels of Pinnacle Mountain State Park (Dragonflies)

9600 Highway 300 Roland, AR 72135 United States
Come discover, observe, and be amazed by nature's most impressive arial predator. The real jewels of the skies are the dragonflies. We will explore the dragonfly’s anatomy, life cycle, and ecological significance.
May 22
10:00am - 10:30am

Critter Real Estate Hike

11333 West Arkansas Hwy. 74 West Fork, AR 72774 United States
Enjoy an easy 0.25-mile hike along the Woody Plant Trail as we discuss what makes this area great for critter habitats.
May 22
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 22
10:00am - 11:00am

Camping 101

100 State Park Drive Russellville, AR 72802 United States
Join a park Interpreter in the grassy area across from the visitor center to learn the basics of camping. Set yourself up to make some great memories with family or friends.
May 22
10:00am - 10:30am

Oil Field Park tour

4087 Smackover Hwy. Smackover, AR 71762 United States
Join us for a tour of our oilfield park. We will see a wooden oil derrick and an angle iron derrick as well as several different styles of oil pumping units from wooden to modern. The path through the oilfield park is about 1/4-mile long and is paved...
May 22
10:30am - 11:00am

Ride a Historic Donkey Powered Picnic Swing

1032 Park Avenue Mountain View, AR 72560 United States
Take a ride on an historic donkey powered picnic swing pulled by one of our donkeys Whiskey and Tango. Learn the history of the swing, about Ozark community gatherings, and how donkey power helped people in the Ozarks during this half-hour program...
May 22
1:00pm - 1:45pm

"Life in Lake Bailey" Hike

1285 Petit Jean Mountain Road Morrilton, AR 72110 United States
Join a park interpreter at the demonstration area behind the visitor center for a chance to examine the unseen life that resides beneath the surface of Lake Bailey. We will learn about the unique ecosystem our lake supports, and the aquatic creatures...
May 22
1:00pm - 1:30pm

Outdoor Adventure Skills - 10 Hiking Essentials

11333 West Arkansas Hwy. 74 West Fork, AR 72774 United States
What are the 10 essential items you should bring on your hike? Learn the answer along with how to pick the best trail for you and your family for your next hiking adventure.
May 22
1:30pm - 3:30pm

Beaver Lake Kayak Tour

20201 East Hwy. 12 Rogers, AR 72756 United States
Spend a couple of hours relaxing on Beaver Lake while enjoying the beautiful scenery. All equipment is provided and the basics of kayaking will be covered. Space is limited to 10 people. Bring a bottle of water, insect repellent, and dress for the...
May 22
2:00pm - 3:00pm

LEAVE NO TRACE PRINCIPLES

Join a park interpreter to discover how to enjoy Bear Creek Lake while protecting its wildlife and trails through fun and hands-on activities.
May 22
2:00pm - 2:30pm

Keeping Cool

153 Dam Overlook Lane Bull Shoals, AR 72619 United States
The weather is heating up just in time for Memorial Day Weekend. Join a park interpreter to discover methods of keeping cool while enjoying the outdoors and recreating at Bull Shoals-White River State Park. Learn the signs of heat-related illnesses...
May 22
2:00pm - 3:00pm

Who Goes There Hike

100 State Park Drive Russellville, AR 72802 United States
There are many creatures that call Lake Dardanelle State Park home. Join a park interpreter at the amphitheater to discover who they are and what clues they leave behind as they move. We will hike down the Meadowbrook Trail and discover who we share...