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May 9
9:00am - 9:30am

Knots and Navigation

1285 Petit Jean Mountain Road Morrilton, AR 72110 United States
Meet a park interpreter in the CCC Room at Mather Lodge to put your knot tying skills to the test. Knots are useful in a number of outdoor recreation adventures, and this is a fun way to ensure you are prepared and confident for safety wherever you...
May 9
9:00am - 9:45am

Hike to the Big Bluff Overlook

153 Dam Overlook Lane Bull Shoals, AR 72619 United States
Enjoy the sights, sounds, and scenery of Bull Shoals-White River State Park on a guided hike to the Big Bluff overlook. This hike is moderately strenuous. Bring water and wear sturdy shoes.
May 9
9:00am - 10:00am

Nature Scavenger Hunt & Hike

50 State Park Road Star City, AR 71667 United States
Take a hike to the exterior fishing pier while searching for natural items along the way! This hike is about 1-mile in length. Wear good hiking shoes and bring your observation skills.
May 9
9:00am - 3:00pm

Pedal and Paddle Tour

5539 Hwy 49 Helena-West Helena, AR 72390 United States
Here is your chance to immerse yourself into the natural landscape and discover the rich heritage of the Delta region on a guided bike and kayak tour led by a park interpreter. We will meet at the visitor center and then caravan in your vehicle to...
May 9
9:00am - 11:00am

Huckleberry Nature Hike

82 Woolly Hollow Road Greenbrier, AR 72058 United States
Join a park interpreter at the main Huckleberry trailhead for a moderately challenging, 3.5-mile hike around Lake Bennet to learn more about the park’s flora, fauna, and unique history. We will see what moments of wonder we can find on this fun trek...
May 9
9:00am - 10:00am

Wetlands Walk on the Kingfisher Trail

9600 Highway 300 Roland, AR 72135 United States
Meet a park interpreter as we traverse along the shore of the Little Maumelle River along the Kingfisher Trail, learning about the local flora and fauna that make up this unique wetland habitat as we go. This hike is 0.5-mile round trip and is on a...
May 9
9:30am - 11:00am

Logoly Hiking Club

131 Columbia Road 459 Magnolia, AR 71753 United States
Join the park interpreter and other members of our community to hike, socialize, and enjoy the beauty of Logoly State Park. The Logoly Hiking Club is open to adult hikers of all experience levels. An all-terrain wheelchair is available for guests...
May 9
10:00am - 3:00pm

Tourism Day Celebration at Mammoth Spring State Park

17 Highway 63 North Mammoth Spring, AR 72554 United States
Join us as we celebrate Arkansas' 2nd largest economic driver -tourism! Join park staff to learn the rich history of Mammoth Spring State Park, home of the 10th largest spring in the world. Take a hike around Spring Lake, visit the 1886 Frisco Museum...
May 9
10:00am - 11:00am

Tree I.D. Hike

5752 State Park Lane Harrisburg, AR 72432 United States
How well do you know your trees? Join a park interpreter at Lake Poinsett State Park to learn how to identify trees by their bark and leaves as we hike the trail. Bring insect repellent, water and wear weather-appropriate clothing.
May 9
10:00am - 2:00pm

Great American Cleanup

563 Hwy. 387 Bluff City, AR 71722 United States
Join us for a community cleanup as part of the statewide Keep Arkansas Beautiful campaign! This year's focus is picking up roadside trash in front of the park boundary. We will meet at 10 a.m. and go until 2 p.m. or earlier if all trash is removed...
May 9
10:00am - 10:30am

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 9
10:30am - 12:00pm

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 9
11:00am - 11:45am

Sight, Flight, Animals Who Bite

201 County Road 754 Wynne, AR 72396 United States
Some animals can see ultraviolet colors, and some can blend into plain sight, but why? Join a park interpreter to learn about common animal adaptations and how they are used. Stick around to create your own imaginary animal using what we learned...
May 9
11:00am - 12:00pm

HUMMINGBIRD FEEDER MAGIC

Meet a park interpreter for a hands-on activity to attract hummingbirds. Included in this program are how to mix nectar (1:4 sugar-water), fill feeders, and learn cleaning/placement tips.
May 9
11:00am - 12:00pm

Petit Jean Camping Basics

1285 Petit Jean Mountain Road Morrilton, AR 72110 United States
Meet a park interpreter at the demonstration area behind the visitor center for a short class in how to set up camp at Petit Jean State Park. We will learn how to set up a tent, a camp kitchen, and so much more. This program will last about 1 hour...