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In Search of the White River Monster Hike
Thursday, March 26, 2026
/ 4 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Join a park interpreter for a hike along the beach and learn about the history of White River Monster sightings while watching for items that may have been mistaken for this mythical monster in the…
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Hornor Neck Lake Kayak Tour
Thursday, March 26, 2026
/ 4 p.m. - 5 p.m.
Paddle Hornor Neck Lake with a park interpreter and explore the beauty of cypress trees. . Basic techniques covered. Space is limited, and pre-registration is required, call (870) 295-4040. Wear…
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Nature Jeopardy
Thursday, March 26, 2026
/ 5 p.m. - 6 p.m.
Here is a chance for you and your family to be in the “hot seat!” Bring your whole family to this fun game and challenge your brain on every aspect of the nature of Arkansas. Meet a park interpreter…
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Owl Prowl Hike
Thursday, March 26, 2026
/ 7 p.m. - 7:45 p.m.
Join a park interpreter to search for the amazing nocturnal raptor, the owl. This is a chance to hear or spot these stealthy flyers. The trail is rocky with uneven terrain, so wear comfortable shoes…
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Golf Course Safari
Thursday, March 26, 2026
/ 8 p.m. - 9 p.m.
Tonight, we’ll take a caravan of golf carts out in search of nocturnal animals. Be sure to bring a flashlight! Space is limited and reservations are required. Reservations can be made…
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Morning Bird Walk
Friday, March 27, 2026
/ 8:30 a.m. - 9:30 a.m.
Join a park interpreter for a peaceful 1-mile morning walk to spot and listen for birds along the trail. Bring water, insect repellent, and wear
sturdy shoes.
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Parent & Child Knifemaking Class
Friday, March 27, 2026
/ 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Spend quality time together while building a useful, handcrafted tool with Instructor Bradley Spurlock! In this one day, hands-on workshop you and your child will work as a team to assemble a…
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Crochet a Round Rag Rug Class
Friday, March 27, 2026 - Saturday, March 28, 2026
/ 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Learn to give old linens new life! In this two-day hands-on class, we’ll take recycled and thrifted bed sheets, cut them into strips and crochet them into beautiful round rag rugs. This traditional…
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Ranger Beads
Friday, March 27, 2026
/ 9 a.m. - 10 a.m.
Are we there yet? If you were hiking a trail or blazing your own path without the luxury of modern GPS technology, how would you know how far you had traveled or how far you had left to go to reach…
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Birding Hike on Sinking Stream Trail
Friday, March 27, 2026
/ 9 a.m. - 11 a.m.
Spring is a great time to go birding! Join a park interpreter for a casual bird hike. No matter what your level of experience, we welcome anyone interested in discovering how to identify birds. This…
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Mammal Station
Friday, March 27, 2026
/ 9 a.m. - 11 a.m.
Are you ready to discover the wild side of Cossatot River State Park? Stop by the falls to investigate the diverse wildlife of the area with a park interpreter! This is a come and go station.
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Icky, Sticky Spider Webs
Friday, March 27, 2026
/ 9 a.m. - 9:30 a.m.
Discover the fascinating secrets behind the many web designs crafted by different spider species—and discover even more cool spider facts!
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Hike to the Overlook
Friday, March 27, 2026
/ 9 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.
Join a park interpreter for a guided hike through some of the more hidden areas of the battlefield. Meet at Hindman Hall.
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Mockernut Hike
Friday, March 27, 2026
/ 10 a.m. - 11 a.m.
Join the park interpreter for a guided 3/4-mile hike of the Mockernut Trail. Experience first-hand the peaceful sights and sounds of nature, who knows what we may discover along the way! This hike is…
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Arkansas Spring Break Week: Spear and Atlatl Demonstration
Friday, March 27, 2026
/ 10 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.
Have you ever wanted to try your hand at throwing a spear? Join a park interpreter to learn how to throw a spear with the help of a little-known Native American tool called an atlatl. Through this fun…
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Monarch Migration
Friday, March 27, 2026
/ 10 a.m. - 11 a.m.
How do monarchs manage to migrate over 3,000 miles? What challenges do they face on their journey? Join a park interpreter at Lake Poinsett State Park to learn about the challenges monarchs face…
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Lake Austell Trail Adventure
Friday, March 27, 2026
/ 10 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
The unique landscape of Village Creek State Park makes it the perfect place to find a sense of adventure. Join a park interpreter to explore the characteristic hogback ridges and stream valleys of…
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Outdoor Cooking Workshop
Friday, March 27, 2026
/ 10 a.m. - 12 p.m.
Gather around the fire and experience a taste of Delta outdoor tradition during this hands-on outdoor cooking workshop. Learn classic cast-iron and Dutch oven techniques while preparing a hearty main…
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Legends of Petit Jean
Friday, March 27, 2026
/ 11 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
Petit Jean, a strange and fascinating mountain with many natural wonders, but that isn’t all that is fascinating. Meet a park interpreter at the Petit Jean Gravesite Overlook to discover some stories…
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Nature Photography Hike on the Monument Trails
Friday, March 27, 2026
/ 11 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
Learn the basics of nature photography with a park interpreter as we wander along a section of the Outlaw Loop.
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