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May 2
3:30pm - 4:30pm

Fishing 101

7904 Hwy. 141 Jonesboro, AR 72401 United States
Join the park interpreter to reel in some fun. This program is designed for fishing beginners. Learn the basics of fishing, fish living in Lake Frierson, and then put your new skills into practice out on the lake. Fishing poles and bait will be...
May 2
4:00pm - 4:30pm

Clever Crows

11333 West Arkansas Hwy. 74 West Fork, AR 72774 United States
It's the park's Annual Birder Weekend. Crows are seen and heard all over the park. Discover how they are incredibly clever birds.
May 2
4:30pm - 5:30pm

Snake Sense

Queen Wilhelmina State Park 3877 Highway 88 West Mena, AR 71953 United States
There’s no such thing as a “bad snake," just misunderstood ones. Join a park interpreter to learn about Arkansas’ six venomous snake species and discover how to stay safe if you ever encounter one in the wild.
May 2
6:00pm - 7:30pm

Sunset Kayaking Tour

2542 Hwy. 257 Lake Village, AR 71653 United States
The sunset at Lake Chicot State Park is exceptional, but the sunset from a kayak on Lake Chicot is an experience you won't soon forget. Join the Park Interpreter to view the beauty of Lake Chicot while paddling through cypress groves and along...
May 2
6:00pm - 7:00pm

Sweet Treats at Bear Creek

Learn the basics of Dutch oven outdoor cooking and cast-iron care with a park interpreter. Help prepare and taste sweet treats cooked over coals!
May 2
6:00pm - 6:30pm

Game Scene Investigation

100 State Park Drive Russellville, AR 72802 United States
When you walk around in nature and you see a track, do you take the track at face value as just a footprint, or do you look around to see what the big picture holds? Join a park interpreter in the grassy area across from the visitor center and see...
May 2
7:00pm - 8:00pm

Campfire Treats and Trivia

11333 West Arkansas Hwy. 74 West Fork, AR 72774 United States
Join a park interpreter at the campground amphitheater for an evening of fun around the campfire. Enjoy s'mores and a chance to test your park and nature knowledge through trivia! Supplies are limited and available on a first-come, first-served basis...
May 2
8:00pm - 8:45pm

Mammals Under Moonlight Hike

1285 Petit Jean Mountain Road Morrilton, AR 72110 United States
As the sun sets and the moon rises over Petit Jean, a whole new cast of critters begins to wake. Meet a park interpreter in the amphitheater to find out what mammals could be meandering just beyond the campfire’s light. This program and short walk...
May 2
8:30pm - 10:00pm

Alligator Prowl Lake Tour

2542 Hwy. 257 Lake Village, AR 71653 United States
Lake Chicot State Park is excited to introduce a new nighttime lake tour, offering visitors a unique way to experience the lake after dark. Venture onto the water as park staff guide you through cypress-lined shores and quiet backwaters while...
May 2
9:00pm - 10:00pm

"Moonlight Over the Monument Trails" Hike

11333 West Arkansas Hwy. 74 West Fork, AR 72774 United States
Step onto one of the Monument Trails at Devil's Den State Park by the light of the full moon and see the forest in a whole new way. As the sun sets and shadows stretch, we’ll hike beneath the stars, listen for night sounds, watch for nocturnal...
May 3
8:00am - 9:00am

Guided Birding Hike

2542 Hwy. 257 Lake Village, AR 71653 United States
Join a park interpreter for a morning birding hike on the Delta Woodlands Trail at Lake Chicot State Park as we explore the forest in search of resident and migratory birds, listening and looking for species such as woodpeckers, warblers, and raptors...
May 3
9:00am - 10:00am

Early Birder Hike

5752 State Park Lane Harrisburg, AR 72432 United States
It's early, but the birds are already up. Join a park interpreter for this leisurely hike down the 1.1-mile Great Blue Heron Trail to try and spot some local birds and other wildlife. Bring binoculars if you have them, and please wear tennis shoes or...
May 3
9:00am - 10:00am

Early Bird Hike

Hwy. 324 Perryville, AR 72126 United States
Enjoy a peaceful morning with a park interpreter exploring Camp Ouachita for birds. Learn about the many birds that call Lake Sylvia home and embark on the old cabin trail to see what you can find. This 1/2-mile stroll is taken at a slow pace. Bring...
May 3
9:00am - 10:00am

Discovery Hike

1200 Catherine Park Road Hot Springs, AR 71913 United States
Join a park interpreter at the Slunger Creek Nature Trail to explore the park's spring scenery. This stroll takes about 30 minutes and is 5/8-mile long. Be sure to wear comfortable walking shoes and bring water.
May 3
9:00am - 10:00am

Den Diaries and Morning Sips

11333 West Arkansas Hwy. 74 West Fork, AR 72774 United States
Start your morning with a cup of coffee and a campfire as we explore the stories that shaped Devil’s Den State Park. Join a park interpreter in the quiet magic of an Ozark morning to hear about the park’s hidden natural wonders and the craftsmanship...