As the sun rises, we’ll explore the trail’s unique features, including its terrain, flora, and views of the Lee Creek Valley. This is a moderate 2-mile hike, offering a peaceful start to your day,…

Come see the fish feast! It is very entertaining and quite interesting to watch the feeding habits of fish, like a bass striking at a worm or minnow. Gather around the fish tanks and enjoy the show.

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…

Let's explore the natural world through art! Create your very own natural journal that you can you use in the park. Supplies provided.

Did you know that Arkansas used to be called the Bear State? Even though seeing a black bear isn’t as likely today as it once was, they still call Arkansas home. Join a park interpreter to learn about…

Join a park interpreter in the grassy area across from the visitor center to discover the magical sounds of frogs and toads! You'll learn how each species has its own special call and how these calls…

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 these…

Listen to legends that shaped this region, creating new memories from stories that have been passed down. Bring a flashlight.

This one day class will include basic terminology and hand setting type and plate preparation for printing and finishing of a personalized note sheet and notecard. Participants have the option to…

Take a closer look at the colors hiding in plain sight. From mossy greens to fiery reds, Devil's Den State Park is full of vibrant surprises waiting to be discovered. Join a park interpreter for this…

This springtime class is about identifying and harvesting the useful weeds and planting annual herbs. Determined gardener, Tina Marie, often feeds the compost pile instead of making use of the…

Before the invention of the synthetic dyes we use now, people used the plants, minerals, and sometimes the animals around them to color their clothes. Join a park interpreter to learn more about how…

Meet a park interpreter and get the inside scoop of which fish are biting in Lake Fort Smith. Discover habitats and feeding behavior that will help you become a better angler. You will have the…

Be prepared to spark your next adventure! Join a park interpreter in the grassy area across from the visitor center to learn how to make your own fire starters—an easy, useful skill…

Owls are expert hunters. Do you know why? Join a park interpreter to discover why owls are perfectly adapted for life in Bull Shoals-White River State Park, and which ones live at the park!

To help celebrate Archaeology Month, we have partnered with the Arkansas Archeological Survey to host an Artifact ID event. Bring any artifacts you have at home to the Collections Management Facility…

This 1.5-mile hike, led by a park interpreter, will showcase the rolling hills, valleys, and bluffs of the Ozarks. We’ll discuss the history of the Shaddox family and discover some secrets of the…

Enjoy the beauty of Lake Fort Smith from a kayak. Take the opportunity to observe quiet coves, waterfalls, and wildlife available from the unique perspective a kayak. Flatwater kayaks, paddles, and…

Bull Shoals-White River State Park is a great place to begin your birdwatching journey! Discover field guides and other methods of bird identification. A park interpreter will also provide tips for…

Meet a park interpreter in the grassy area across from the visitor center to see how in tune you are with the natural world. We'll be testing your skills about furs, tracks, and some mystery items!…