Arkansas State Park Events

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Our interpretive guides routinely schedule fun, family-friendly adventures that are designed to help you have a more meaningful park experience and make memories of a lifetime. We offer more than 15,000 activities each year, including outdoor recreation skills demonstrations and workshops, guided hikes, lake tours on park boats, birding walks, kayak tours, living history activities, nature games, bald eagle watches, spring wildflower walks, campfires, school field trips, and much more — there’s something going on all the time! Use the search filters to view specific parks, dates, or topics.

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May 24
1:00pm - 2:00pm

Know Your Knots

Queen Wilhelmina State Park, Queen Wilhelmina State Park 3877 Highway 88 West, Mena, AR 71953 United States
Whether you're fishing, camping, or just securing your gear at home, knowing the right knot for the job can make all the difference. Join a park interpreter to literally learn the ropes. Spend an hour getting hands-on with a variety of useful knots...
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May 24
1:00pm - 2:00pm

Fishing 101

Daisy State Park, 103 East Park, Kirby, AR 71950 United States
During this hands-on program you'll learn some of the basic techniques of sport fishing and discuss the different types of equipment and bait used for common game fish caught on Lake Greeson. Supplies and equipment are provided for this experience...
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May 24
1:00pm - 1:30pm

Legends of Petit Jean

Petit Jean State Park, 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.
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May 24
1:30pm - 2:30pm

Cottonseed Sensory Walk

Plantation Agriculture Museum, 4815 AR Hwy 161 South, Scott, AR 72142 United States
In the story of cotton, we sometimes overlook the journey of the seed. Join park staff to use our senses on a short and gentle walk that follows the path of a cottonseed as it goes from the plant to our plates.
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May 24
1:30pm - 3:30pm

Afternoon Kayak Expedition

DeGray Lake Resort State Park, 2027 State Park Entrance Road, Bismarck, AR 71929 United States
Seeing DeGray Lake is not the same as experiencing it! Hands down, one of the best ways to enjoy the lake is from inside a kayak, paddling along the shoreline and exploring beautiful coves. No paddling experience is necessary to sign up for this...
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May 24
1:30pm - 1:45pm

Diamond Mining 101

Crater of Diamonds State Park, 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.
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May 24
1:30pm - 3:30pm

Beaver Lake Kayak Tour

Hobbs State Park-Conservation Area, 20201 East Hwy. 12, Rogers, AR 72756 United States
Spend a couple of hours relaxing on Beaver Lake while enjoying the beautiful scenery. All equipment is provided and the basics of kayaking will be covered. Space is limited to 10 people. Bring a bottle of water, insect repellent, and dress for the...
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May 24
1:30pm - 2:30pm

Guided Museum tour

Arkansas Museum of Natural Resources, 4087 Smackover Hwy., Smackover, AR 71762 United States
Join a museum interpreter for a guided tour of the Arkansas Museum of Natural Resources. You'll hear the story of the oil boom in South Arkansas and walk through a recreation of Boomtown Smackover.
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May 24
1:30pm - 2:30pm

Mussel Madness and the Pearling Industry

Powhatan Historic State Park, 4414 Hwy 25, Powhatan, AR 72458 United States
The first freshwater pearl found in the Black River kicked off a pearling craze that affected almost every river system in Arkansas. Learn about pearling’s winding history and its impact on our waterways. This program is perfect for families. Kids...
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May 24
2:00pm - 3:00pm

Historic Toys and Games

Lower White River Museum State Park, 2009 Main Street, Des Arc, AR 72040 United States
Life wasn’t only about chores in the pioneer days of Arkansas. People liked to have fun then too. Discover how kids used to play with historic toys and games. Learn to play “Graces,” “Drop the Clothespin,” and more. Fun for the whole family!
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May 24
2:00pm - 3:00pm

Pine Needle Paintbrushes

Cane Creek State Park, 50 State Park Road, Star City, AR 71667 United States
Join a park interpreter and learn how to make your own pine needle paintbrush. Paint a picture of what you've seen here at the park.
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May 24
2:00pm - 2:30pm

Healing Waters

Lake Ouachita State Park, 5451 Mountain Pine Rd, Mountain Pine, AR 71956 United States
The “healing” waters of Three Sisters Springs had an impact on many people from the past and they continue to be important to us today. Join a park interpreter for a trip back in time to rediscover the “World’s Wonder Waters.” Meet at the Three...
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May 24
2:00pm - 3:00pm

Wetland Safari Walk

Lake Dardanelle State Park, 100 State Park Drive, Russellville, AR 72802 United States
Lake Dardanelle State Park's diverse habitat is home to a wide variety of creatures. Join a park interpreter at the visitor center to take a stroll through the park and spot some of the vital players in the park's ecosystem.
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May 24
2:00pm - 4:00pm

Outdoor Photograph Scavenger Hunt

Mount Nebo State Park, 16728 West State Hwy. 155, Dardanelle, AR 72834 United States
Explore, discover, and capture the beauty of the outdoors, one photo at a time. Join a park interpreter for an easy 3-mile hike , providing fresh air and scenic views. Take part in a photo scavenger hunt and photograph different landmarks or...
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May 24
2:00pm - 3:00pm

Snake Smarts

Pinnacle Mountain State Park, 9600 Highway 300, Roland, AR 72135 United States
Can you identify Arkansas native snakes? Do you know how to keep yourself safe while on the trail or at home? Join a park interpreter for a brief lesson on simple species identification, debunking myths, and the Do's and Don'ts for safe interactions...
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