Bull Shoals-White River State Park is home to a multitude of wildflowers that are lots of different shapes, sizes, and colors that bloom for a short time before giving way to the next lineup of…

With their fathers, brothers, and husbands gone off to fight in the Civil War, Southern women had to do not only their own housework but learn to take on the jobs of their male relatives, too! Join a…

Eagles and hawks are not the only raptors soaring overhead. Join a park interpreter in the day-use area (1st picnic table nearest restroom) to unlock the secrets of success which vultures have…

Bring your binoculars and join a park interpreter at the breezeway of historic Mather Lodge. We are taking a short hike to the Cedar Falls Overlook, looking for spring wildflowers and bird species…

Get ready for a fun-filled wildlife trivia night! Join a park interpreter to answer questions about Lake Sylvia's most common animals. Test your knowledge to win a cool prize to remember your time at…

Discover how food was cooked in the Ozarks in the good old days. Join park staff for a Dutch oven outdoor cooking demonstration and learn how to make an easy dessert. Don’t miss your chance to relive…

Discover the colorful symbols of spring at Arkansas’ first state park! Wildflower related talks, guided walks, and other programs are offered. These weekend programs are great for the whole…

Experience Petit Jean State Park in motion as spring brings new color and energy to the landscape. This guided cycling program explores how seasonal change shapes the park’s trails, views, and…

The Arkansas River creates many recreational opportunities for us to enjoy. Join Lake Dardanelle State Park staff for O.W.L.S. (Outdoor Women Learning Skills) this program series is designed to give…

Tin punching is a traditional American metalworking technique that was used for everyday items. As tin was inexpensive and easy to work with, tin punching offered a cost-effective way for many…

Turn everyday waste into something wonderful! In this hands-on workshop, participants will dive into the basics of eco-gardening and learn why it’s beneficial for the health of our ecosystems. You'll…

What's that weird plant or leaf you found? Join a park interpreter at Lake Poinsett State Park to explore the Pale Wood trail and the plants that grow on it. Wear appropriate clothes and closed-toe…

Tin punching is a traditional American metalworking technique that was used for everyday items. As tin was inexpensive and easy to work with, tin punching offered a cost-effective way for many…

What’s blooming out on the trails? Join a park interpreter on a section of the River Corridor Trail to look for and identify wildflowers. We'll be hiking a mile southbound from Cossatot Falls, rated…

Stop by the Delta Heritage Trail Visitor Center and discover the myriads of outdoor recreation opportunities from kayaking, camping, hiking, and cycling that are available on the soon to be completed…

This fun (and slightly wacky) tea party is inspired by the 1865 book, “Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland”. Children can attend the Mad Hatter’s Tea Party, play croquet with the Queen of Hearts, run in…

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…

The people of Davidsonville didn’t have electric lights or batteries to help them see after dark, so they had to use other kinds of light to illuminate the dark. Join a park interpreter to learn about…

Knots are one of the simplest things you can know for being prepared for the great outdoors in Arkansas. All people of Arkansas’ history have used ropes and knots in their everyday life from the…

Join us for a peaceful hour of birdwatching along the 1-mile hiking trail. Meet at the trailhead.