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May 24
10:00am - 11:00am

Branching Out Hike

2092 Hwy. 168 North Paragould, AR 72450 United States
Join the park interpreter for a hike on the Lake Ponder Trail to discover the native trees of Crowley's Ridge State Park and why they are suited to this habitat.
May 24
10:00am - 11:00am

Eagle Measure Up

100 State Park Drive Russellville, AR 72802 United States
Bald eagles are incredible not only for their beauty and speed but for their size as well. Join a park interpreter in the grassy area across from the visitor center to learn about the bald eagles that call Lake Dardanelle home and discover how you...
May 24
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 24
10:30am - 11:15am

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 24
10:30am - 11:00am

What's Blooming in the Heritage Herb Garden Today

1032 Park Avenue Mountain View, AR 72560 United States
Discover what’s in season at the Heritage Herb Garden with our “What’s Blooming” program. Join garden staff for a guided stroll through the beds to see what herbs, flowers, and heirloom plants are thriving right now. Learn about traditional and...
May 24
11:00am - 12:00pm

Pedal and Picnic Ride

1285 Petit Jean Mountain Road Morrilton, AR 72110 United States
Join a park interpreter for a family-friendly bike ride along the CCC Hike and Bike Trail. We’ll start at the CCC Hike and Bike trailhead at the old visitor center, ride to Mather Lodge with a stop at the Lower Cedar Creek Canyon overlook, then...
May 24
11:00am - 12:00pm

BARK Ranger Memorial Day Hike

506 East Douglas Street Prairie Grove, AR 72753 United States
Join a park interpreter for a 1.5-mile hike along the Battlefield Trail. BARK Rangers must be leashed at all times. Treats and special BARK Ranger certificates will be available at the end of the hike. Hike will meet at Hindman Hall.
May 24
11:00am - 12:00pm

Catch of the Day

100 State Park Drive Russellville, AR 72802 United States
Thanks to the healthy fishery of Lake Dardanelle, you can experience the thrill of nature and the success of the catch. Join a park interpreter in the grassy area across from the visitor center to discover the diversity of the fishery and Lake...
May 24
11:00am - 12:00pm

RIDGE EXPLORATION HIKE

What natural wonders await us? Join a park interpreter for a 1-mile hike to explore Crowley’s Ridge State Park habitat and plants. Wear sturdy shoes and bring water.
May 24
11:00am - 12:00pm

Mammals and Their Habits

3705 Hwy. 25 Powhatan, AR 72458 United States
Join the park interpreter to learn about some of the local furbearing residents that call the park home. You will have the opportunity to feel the furs of various mammals as we discuss their relationships to each other as well as their roles in the...
May 24
11:00am - 12:00pm

Micro Hike

1980 Hwy. 278 West Wickes, AR 71973 United States
Have you ever imagined the world from the perspective of a bug? Join a park interpreter as we slow down and observe the smaller elements in the landscape– you never know what you might find! This 0.5-mile round trip hike is rated easy to moderate.
May 24
12:00pm - 12:30pm

Campfire Craft

1285 Petit Jean Mountain Road Morrilton, AR 72110 United States
Want to learn how to build a fire? Join a park interpreter at the amphitheater to learn how to build your own. This program will last around 30 minutes.
May 24
12:00pm - 1:00pm

Leave No Trace Watercolors

1980 Hwy. 278 West Wickes, AR 71973 United States
Do you know the 7 principles of Leave No Trace? Join a park interpreter to create your own watercolor painting as we learn about the different ways we can help keep our park clean and healthy for visitors and animals for years to come. All supplies...
May 24
1:00pm - 2:00pm

Make your own Button Bracelets

506 East Douglas Street Prairie Grove, AR 72753 United States
During and after the Civil War, one of the most popular ways to make jewelry was to repurpose items soldiers had access to. Uniform buttons were often used to make necklaces or bracelets. Soldiers could send them home to family, but families and...
May 24
1:00pm - 3:00pm

Herbs and Herb Uses

5530 Hwy. 165 South Gillett, AR 72055 United States
The settlers of the Arkansas Grand Prairie had many uses for wild and domesticated herbs. Join museum staff in the kitchen garden to learn about garden herbs that grow in the Delta and what uses they had in the households of the southern Grand...