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May 3
12:00pm - 2:00pm

Fishing with Family & Friends

50 State Park Road Star City, AR 71667 United States
Cane Creek State Park is o pening Shady Pond to junior anglers ages 15 years old and younger. Bring your family and friends along with your own fishing pole, bait and tackle. Parents are welcome to help, but the kids must do the fishing.
May 3
1:00pm - 3:00pm

Great Arkansas Clean Up

5539 Hwy 49 Helena-West Helena, AR 72390 United States
A Great Arkansas Cleanup event is planned for Delta Heritage Trail State Park at the visitor center. Here is your chance to help clean up the park that belongs to all of us. It is a perfect opportunity for groups looking for a service project or...
May 3
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...
May 3
1:00pm - 2:00pm

"Birding 101" Hike

1285 Petit Jean Mountain Road Morrilton, AR 72110 United States
Interested in birding but not sure where to start? Join a park interpreter for an introduction to birding basics at the Seven Hollows trailhead. We will walk a relatively easy 1/2-mile section of the Seven Hollows Trail, and you will learn to spot...
May 3
1:30pm - 2:30pm

FUN WITH FURS

Touch and examine real furs with a park interpreter while learning about the park’s native mammals. This activity is family-friendly and great for curious minds of all ages.
May 3
1:30pm - 1:45pm

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 3
2:00pm - 2:30pm

Colors of Nature

201 County Road 754 Wynne, AR 72396 United States
Discover nature’s colorful side. Meet a park interpreter to search for what colors can be found around Village Creek State Park. This program is great for kids of any age.
May 3
2:00pm - 4:00pm

Fur Trapping and Trading

8047 Hwy. 166 South Pocahontas, AR 72455 United States
In the heyday of Davidsonville and even before, trapping animals for their skins and furs was a way that many people made a living. Join a park interpreter to learn more about the different animals that were trapped, why the furs were so valuable...
May 3
2:00pm - 2:30pm

Jasper Bingo

209 State Park Rd Murfreesboro, AR 71958 United States
Meet a park interpreter at the picnic area near the mine entrance to learn about one of the park's most useful minerals and see how many colors of jasper you can find! Regular admission to the diamond search area is required for program attendance.
May 3
2:00pm - 2:30pm

Bird Song Symphonies

11333 West Arkansas Hwy. 74 West Fork, AR 72774 United States
It’s Birder Weekend! While exploring you may hear a symphony of songs being performed by the many different birds here at Devil's Den State Park. At this fun, interactive program, learn how to pick out some of the common individual bird songs you...
May 3
2:00pm - 3:15pm

Highpoint Hike

16878 AR-309 Paris, AR 72855 United States
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...
May 3
2:30pm - 3:00pm

Cotton Ginning Demonstration

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.
May 3
3:00pm - 5:00pm

Hues of the Hollow Hike

11333 West Arkansas Hwy. 74 West Fork, AR 72774 United States
Take a closer look at the colors hiding in plain sight. From mossy greens to fiery reds, Devil's Den State Park is full of vibrant surprises waiting to be discovered. Join a park interpreter for mildly strenuous 1 or 2-mile hike. Please wear sturdy...
May 3
4:00pm - 5:00pm

THE GRAVEL GRIND

Join a park interpreter for a gravel ride, covering 4-6 miles on a mixed flat and gentle uphill terrain (suitable for beginner riders). Don’t have a bike? The park offers rentals - call 870-295-4040 in advance to make a reservation. All participants...
May 3
5:00pm - 6:00pm

Keep Arkansas Beautiful and Outdoor Recreation

1285 Petit Jean Mountain Road Morrilton, AR 72110 United States
Join park interpreter and long-time outdoor recreationist, Joe Larson, at the Seven Hollows Trailhead to learn Keep Arkansas Beautiful principles and how thoughtful, responsible recreation helps protect Petit Jean State Park’s natural and cultural...