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May 9
8:15pm - 9:00pm

Owl Prowl

Queen Wilhelmina State Park 3877 Highway 88 West Mena, AR 71953 United States
Silent wings. Piercing vision. Deadly precision. Owls rule the night with remarkable adaptations that make them expert predators in the dark. Join a park interpreter to uncover the secrets of these mysterious birds, then take a short hike along the...
May 9
9:00pm - 10:00pm

The Forest Glows Hike

11333 West Arkansas Hwy. 74 West Fork, AR 72774 United States
Step into the hidden world of Devil’s Den State Park after dark with a park interpreter on a 1/4-guided UV discovery hike. Using special blacklight flashlights, we’ll uncover glowing fungi, insects, and other hidden surprises. Please wear sturdy...
May 10
7:30am - 8:30am

Early Birder Guided Hike

2542 Hwy. 257 Lake Village, AR 71653 United States
Start your day with the sounds of the Delta waking up. Join a park interpreter for a peaceful sunrise birding hike along the Delta Woodlands Trail, when birds are at their most active and the landscape is alive with song. As we walk, you'll learn how...
May 10
9:00am - 10:30am

Wings over the Water Lake Tour

2542 Hwy. 257 Lake Village, AR 71653 United States
Join a park interpreter for a relaxing birding tour on the calm waters of Lake Chicot, as we cruise along the shoreline to spot winter waterfowl, wading birds, and resident species, learning tips for identifying birds by sight and sound along the way...
May 10
9:00am - 9:45am

Discovery Hike Along the Lakeside Trail

153 Dam Overlook Lane Bull Shoals, AR 72619 United States
Join a park interpreter on a 1-mile hike on the Lakeside Trail. As spring descends on Bull Shoals-White River State Park, it’s exciting to see nature waking up. Dress for the weather, wear appropriate shoes, and bring water.
May 10
9:00am - 10:00am

"Reading Nature's Morning Newspaper" Hike

11333 West Arkansas Hwy. 74 West Fork, AR 72774 United States
Join a park interpreter for a 1 or 2-mile hike as we explore the trails to discover animal tracks, scat and other signs of wildlife. Learn how to “read” the forest like a newspaper and uncover the secret lives of animals.
May 10
10:00am - 11:30am

A Hike of Many Colors

131 Columbia Road 459 Magnolia, AR 71753 United States
The forest at Logoly State Park is full of color, especially at this time of year. Join the park interpreter for a 1.25-mile hike to search for the colors of the woods. Tennis shoes or hiking boots are recommended.
May 10
10:00am - 10:45am

Trailblazer's Crossing Hike

11333 West Arkansas Hwy. 74 West Fork, AR 72774 United States
Embark on a 0.50-mile walk along the easy Lake Trail, where history and wild beauty collide. Be sure to wear comfortable hiking shoes. Bring drinking water and insect repellant.
May 10
10:00am - 11:00am

Owl Pass Monument Trail Walk

9600 Highway 300 Roland, AR 72135 United States
Join a park interpreter and embark on a 2-mile round-trip walk on our park’s newest trail, Owl Pass! Explore pristine wetlands, enjoy beautiful views along the base of Pinnacle Mountain, and learn about local flora and fauna as we experience this...
May 10
10:00am - 11:00am

Coffee with a Ranger: Birding Chat

2542 Hwy. 257 Lake Village, AR 71653 United States
Start your morning with fresh coffee and even fresher bird stories. Join park staff for a relaxed, sit-down program all about the birds of Lake Chicot State Park. As you sip your coffee, we'll explore who's flying through the Delta, how to identify...
May 10
10:00am - 10:45am

"Trees and Stories they Tell" Guided Hike

5539 Hwy 49 Helena-West Helena, AR 72390 United States
Trees line much of the long path of Delta Heritage Trail State Park and have a story to tell. Here is your chance hear this story of how people used them in the past. Meet at the visitor center to join a park interpreter for a guided hike lasting...
May 10
10:00am - 11:15am

UFO: Unidentified Forest Objects Hike

Queen Wilhelmina State Park 3877 Highway 88 West Mena, AR 71953 United States
Strange things lurk in the Ouachita National Forest, and not everything is easily explained. Join a park interpreter for a 1-mile hike along the Spring Trail as we investigate mysterious forest finds, examine clues and try to identify the unknown...
May 10
11:00am - 11:30am

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.
May 10
1:00pm - 1:30pm

Who Needs a Tree?

9600 Highway 300 Roland, AR 72135 United States
Did you know that Pinnacle Mountain State Park used to be surrounded by logging camps? Or that some of our trees act like mega-skyscrapers, playing host to a multitude of wildlife? Who uses our trees, and why is it important to us? Join a park...
May 10
1:00pm - 1:30pm

Pioneer Cemetery Tour

Queen Wilhelmina State Park 3877 Highway 88 West Mena, AR 71953 United States
Tucked away on Rich Mountain lies the final resting place for the area's earliest settlers. Join a park interpreter at the Pioneer Cemetery to uncover stories of life on the mountain in the 1860s and learn about hardships, resilience and history that...