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Finding Footprints Bingo
Wednesday, September 24, 2025
/ 3 p.m. - 3:45 p.m.
Ever wonder who’s wandering through the woods when you’re not looking? Join a park interpreter to learn about Mount Magazine State Park’s wildlife by identifying their tracks and uncovering their…
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Hidden Creatures
Wednesday, September 24, 2025
/ 4 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Humans wear camouflage to blend in while hunting, and sometimes just for style. But, animals have to use camouflage to survive in the wild. Meet a park interpreter in the visitor center Orientation…
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Hidden Histories of the Monument Trails
Wednesday, September 24, 2025
/ 5 p.m. - 5:30 p.m.
Embark on an engaging journey through time with a park interpreter as we discover the fascinating stories behind out Monument Trail names that connect back to Devil's Den State Park's rich history.
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Inching Along Big Ben Hike
Thursday, September 25, 2025
/ 9 a.m. - 9:45 a.m.
Little things at Village Creek State Park can lead you on big adventures! Join a park interpreter to hunt for natural objects one inch or smaller in size as we hike along the 0.5-mile Big Ben Trail…
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Woolly Cabin Tour
Thursday, September 25, 2025
/ 10 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.
Love history? Join a park interpreter to learn more about our local history while touring the 143-year-old Woolly Cabin! The inside of the cabin can only be viewed during tours, so don’t…
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Burn Smart, Leave No Mark
Thursday, September 25, 2025
/ 10 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.
Campfires can warm the night and cook our meals, but they can also scar the land for years. Join a park interpreter for a guided activity about how to enjoy fire sustainably and responsibly. From…
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Grab Bag Adventures
Thursday, September 25, 2025
/ 11 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
Are you brave enough to stick your hand into the unknown depths of the nature grab bag and try to guess what's inside? Meet the park interpreter for this hilarious audience participation adventure…
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Oh, I am on a Mountain!: A Dripping Springs Trail Hike
Thursday, September 25, 2025
/ 11:30 a.m. - 1 p.m.
While it’s great to immerse yourself in all the trees of Mount Magazine State Park, it can be easy to forget one is on Arkansas’ tallest mountain. A hike down Dripping Springs trail serves as one…
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Sunny Life of a Reptile
Thursday, September 25, 2025
/ 1 p.m. - 1:45 p.m.
Why do reptiles bathe in the sun? Join a park interpreter to learn more about the lives of the reptiles found in Woolly Hollow State Park. After discussing reptile traits and habits, we will make a…
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Backyard Bass
Thursday, September 25, 2025
/ 1:30 p.m. - 2 p.m.
Backyard Bass is the perfect game for beginning anglers of all ages. Join a park interpreter to learn more about fishing and practicing your casting skills while staying high and dry in this fun…
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Mammals of Village Creek
Thursday, September 25, 2025
/ 2 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.
Have you ever felt the fur of a bobcat? Meet a park interpreter to learn about our native mammals and feel their furs. This program is great for any age!
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White-tailed Deer of the Ozarks
Thursday, September 25, 2025
/ 2 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.
Meet a park interpreter to learn about these common residents of the park and how they thrive in this area. Uncover the history of deer in Arkansas and discover some interesting facts about…
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Tree Rings Tell All
Thursday, September 25, 2025
/ 2:30 p.m. - 3 p.m.
What are the hidden messages in the rings of a
tree, and how do they tell the story of the forest? Join a park interpreter to learn how to decipher those messages and piece together the
history of the…
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Plant Armor: From Thorns to Toxins
Thursday, September 25, 2025
/ 4 p.m. - 4:45 p.m.
Lace up your hiking shoes and get ready for a stroll along Devil’s Den’s 0.25-mile Woody Plant Trail with a park interpreter to discover the clever ways plants protect themselves!
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Who Needs a Prairie?
Thursday, September 25, 2025
/ 4 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Join a park interpreter to learn about Woolly Hollow State Park’s prairie restoration plans and why this plan is important in supporting habitat diversity and ecosystem balance here in Arkansas.…
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Furbearers of Bull Shoals-White River State Park
Thursday, September 25, 2025
/ 4 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Join a park interpreter to discover what animals live here at Bull Shoals-White River State Park and what their fur feels like! Learn what features the animals have that help them survive…
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Monument Sips and Birds
Friday, September 26, 2025
/ 8 a.m. - 9 a.m.
Nestle into the serene beauty of the Mayfield Area and let nature come to you! Join a park interpreter for a tranquil morning of birdwatching in the unique landscape of Devils Racetrack—all while…
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Daybreak Diamond Tour
Friday, September 26, 2025
/ 8:30 a.m. - 9 a.m.
Join a park interpreter in the Diamond Discovery Center, lower level to walk through the search area and learn about the best places to search for diamonds. Along the way, you’ll hear stories of past…
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Cedar Falls Overlook Stroll
Friday, September 26, 2025
/ 9 a.m. - 9:30 a.m.
Join a park interpreter for this easy, handicap accessible, 1/4-mile stroll. We will talk about some of the things that make Petit Jean State Park a special place, as well as enjoy the view of Cedar…
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