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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Nov 8
2:00pm - 2:30pm

Nifty Nests

Devil's Den State Park, 11333 West Arkansas Hwy. 74, West Fork, AR 72774 United States
Discover which birds live in what nests and how those nests compare to our own style of home.
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Nov 8
5:00pm - 6:00pm

Owl Prowl Hike

Petit Jean State Park, 1285 Petit Jean Mountain Road, Morrilton, AR 72110 United States
Meet a park interpreter at the Seven Hollows trailhead to discover the nocturnal birds of prey called owls that make Petit Jean State Park home. Before the evening is over, we will invite a few owls to come in for a visit. Please bring a flashlight...
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Nov 12
4:00pm - 5:00pm

Adventure Hour

Lake Dardanelle State Park, 100 State Park Drive, Russellville, AR 72802 United States
Join park staff for an outdoor recreation program designed for ages 6-14. Each session introduces a different activity like fishing, paddling, hiking, camping, and birding. Build confidence and skills for enjoying the outdoors at Lake Dardanelle...
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Nov 13
3:30pm - 4:00pm

Build a Bird Feeder

Lake Catherine State Park, 1200 Catherine Park Road, Hot Springs, AR 71913 United States
Did you know you can make simple bird feeders using items found in nature? We'll show you how to make one to take home. Join a park interpreter at the Nature Cabin for this fun activity.
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Nov 13
6:00pm - 7:00pm

Owl Prowl

Lake Catherine State Park, 1200 Catherine Park Road, Hot Springs, AR 71913 United States
Join a park interpreter at the amphitheater to soar into the wonderful world of owls at Lake Catherine State Park. Learn all about these birds of prey and have the chance to call for them on this night-time adventure. This program will include a...
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Nov 14
1:00pm - 2:00pm

Birding 101 Walk

Petit Jean State Park, 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 visitor center breezeway. We will take an easy walk around the visitor center lawn and Lake Bailey, and you will learn to spot and...
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Nov 19
9:00am - 10:00am

Introduction to Birding Walk

Woolly Hollow State Park, 82 Woolly Hollow Road, Greenbrier, AR 72058 United States
Meet a park interpreter at the lake center (backside of the snack bar) to learn about the different species of birds found at Woolly Hollow State Park. Together we will take a short walk to listen for and spot birds. A limited number of binoculars...
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Nov 19
4:00pm - 5:00pm

Adventure Hour

Lake Dardanelle State Park, 100 State Park Drive, Russellville, AR 72802 United States
Join park staff for an outdoor recreation program designed for ages 6-14. Each session introduces a different activity like fishing, paddling, hiking, camping, and birding. Build confidence and skills for enjoying the outdoors at Lake Dardanelle...
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Nov 20
10:00am - 11:00am

BIRDING BINGO HIKE

Mississippi River State Park, 2955 State Hwy 44, Marianna, AR 72360 United States
Join a park interpreter for a fun round of Birding Bingo as we explore the sights and sounds of our feathered neighbors. Binoculars and field guides will be available. Wear sturdy shoes and don't forget to bring water.
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Nov 20
10:00am - 11:00am

"Bird Song Symphonies" Hike

Devil's Den State Park, 11333 West Arkansas Hwy. 74, West Fork, AR 72774 United States
You may hear a symphony of songs being performed by the many different birds here at Devil's Den State Park while exploring. Learn how to pick out some of the common individual bird songs you could hear in the park as we walk along the easy 1-mile...
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Nov 20
5:00pm - 6:00pm

Owl Prowl Hike

Petit Jean State Park, 1285 Petit Jean Mountain Road, Morrilton, AR 72110 United States
Meet a park interpreter at the Seven Hollows trailhead to discover the nocturnal birds of prey called owls that make Petit Jean State Park home. Before the evening is over, we will invite a few owls to come in for a visit. Please bring a flashlight...
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Nov 22
9:00am - 10:00am

Introduction to Birding Walk

Woolly Hollow State Park, 82 Woolly Hollow Road, Greenbrier, AR 72058 United States
Meet a park interpreter at the lake center (backside of the snack bar) to learn about the different species of birds found at Woolly Hollow State Park. Together we will take a short walk to listen for and spot birds. A limited number of binoculars...
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Nov 22
9:00am - 10:00am

Birding Basics Hike

Lake Catherine State Park, 1200 Catherine Park Road, Hot Springs, AR 71913 United States
Join a park interpreter at the Slunger Creek Nature Trail to learn the basics of birding. On this 5/8-mile hike, guests will have the opportunity to spot some of Lake Catherine State Park's beautiful birds. Bring a pair of binoculars, water and wear...
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Nov 22
2:00pm - 3:00pm

Birding 101 Walk

Petit Jean State Park, 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 visitor center breezeway. We will take an easy walk around the visitor center lawn and Lake Bailey, and you will learn to spot and...
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Nov 23
4:30pm - 5:30pm

SUNSET BIRD WALK

Mississippi River State Park, 2955 State Hwy 44, Marianna, AR 72360 United States
Join a park interpreter for an evening 1-mile hike to listen to evening bird calls, watch birds returning to roost, and learn how the forests provide shelter and resting places. Bring water, insect repellent, and wear sturdy shoes.
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