Digital Discovery
DIGITAL DISCOVERY
Our interpretive programming is designed to connect guests' hearts and minds to the natural, historical, and cultural resources of Arkansas State Parks. We aim for every person to form a personal, meaningful "sense of place" with state parks. It's enjoyable, engaging, and experiential. Even if you can't visit a state park in person, our hope is that you find that connection through these videos, programs, photo essays, and articles.
Vlog: Sheep to Shawl
At Ozark Folk Center State Park you can watch artisans in the craft village, like Jeanette who makes beautiful rugs and shawls by hand, using
Let’s Ride: Mountain Biking Exhibit at State Capitol
“Let’s Ride: Mountain Biking in the State Parks of Arkansas” is a biking exhibit at the Arkansas Capitol, celebrating mountain biking in Arkansas State Parks.
Music Roots Hits All the Right Notes
The Music Roots Program in Stone County provides traditional folk music instruction in local schools. Skilled musicians provide youth with classes in traditional folk instruments.
More Than a Walk in the Woods at Petit Jean State Park
Seven Hollows Trail at Petit Jean State Park offer sweet spots where conservation, recreation, and legacy all come together to form a seamless triumvirate.
Caring for Conway Cemetery State Park
Cleaning gravestones is an important part of caring for the cemetery, and requires training to make sure it is done correctly.
What is a Park Interpreter?
On top of being guides and stewards of the parks, Park Interpreters identify plants and wildlife. They are biologists, geologists, botanists, historians, educators, and recreation
Crowley’s Ridge State Park: A High-Tech Marvel Built by the CCC
Crowley’s Ridge State Park was first constructed by the Civilian Conservation Corps in the 1930s, and included is still a beautiful and historic site you
What’s it Like to be Scarlett?
Historic Washington State Park
We thought we would see first hand the difficulties of dressing during this time period and went head to head to see who could get
How Do You Pronounce Lake Chicot?
Many people may know about the origins of this lake, but may not realize why we call it Lake Chicot. In order to understand where
Couple ‘Catches’ 15 Pound Fish Without Pole
One Arkansas couple rented a boat to explore the Ouachita Lake and Raymond Lake. To their surprise, a large fish jumped into their boat at Moro
5 State Parks Off the Beaten Path
Davidsonville Historic State Park
Whether you’re looking to hike a trail, journey through history, muddy up your mountain bike, or just get away for the weekend, there is an
Winter To Do List
If you’re looking for ways to come out of hibernation this winter, we have plenty of fun things to do. Here are 10 ideas we
