Join a park interpreter on a guided stroll along the Kingfisher Trail. We will stomp around the swamp learning about all that make wetlands great and the critters big and small that call it home.

Bull Shoals Lake level fluctuates throughout the year. During the winter the lake tends to be lower, allowing us to see more bluffs and enjoy wildlife viewing opportunities. Take a hike along Bull…

Join a park interpreter to hike this 1-mile mildly strenuous shaded trail through Crowley’s Ridge forests. Wear sturdy shoes and don't forget to bring water.

Come one, come all, and discover turtles both big and small. Where do they live, what do they eat, how do they survive this fast paced world? A park interpreter will explain it all.

Join a park interpreter to explore the vibrant wildlife at Lake Sylvia Recreation Area. Take a mile long hike on the Lake Sylvia Trail to see what animal evidence we can find! Learn about the wildlife…

Memories are made here at Lake Catherine State Park! Join a park interpreter at the nature cabin to discuss the natural beauty of Lake Catherine during this lakeside painting activity.

Erosion shapes everything at Village Creek State Park, from the landscape you see today to the history that's happened here. Join a park interpreter to discover the unique geology of the park and the…

Discover how the fish survive here at Devil's Den State Park and make your own 3D paper fish!

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…

Whether you’re fishing or camping, or just securing gear at home, knowing the right knot for the job can make all the difference. Join a park interpreter to learn the ropes, literally! Spend an hour…

Stop by the nature cabin to discover what makes Lake Catherine State Park so special. Park interpreters are available to present brief programs, help start your explorer program or answer any…

Do you know who your friends are that live in a “box," it is box turtles! Join a park interpreter to learn more about our “boxy” friends, and what to do if you come across one.

Spring is here and that means it’s time for most wild animals to start their new families! But what should you do if you find a wild animal baby? Discover the answer as well as the secret of how their…

Join us for a fun Sunday at the battlefield, filled with family-friendly games and activities from the 1800s. Meet at Latta Barn.

For the children of sharecroppers and tenant farmers in the early 20th century, games might’ve looked quite a bit different than the ones kids play today. Learn about the games of the past the best…

The Plum Bayou Mounds site is one of the largest and most impressive archeological sites in the Lower Mississippi River Valley. Occupied by Native Americans from about 650 to 1050 AD, this site is…

Camouflage is an important survival strategy in the animal kingdom. Whether animals are hunting for their meal or trying to avoid being eaten, blending into their environment is important! Join a park…

Crawfish, minnows, and variety of insects, there is an entire world of its own in the creek. Join a park interpreter to walk along a section of Lee Creek to observe the organisms that live there. Wear…

Enjoy a relaxing and scenic cruise on DeGray Lake! Discover the history of the lake, wildlife, view rock outcrops and unique islands. Seating is limited—reservations can be made beginning noon the day…

Join a park interpreter as you create your own bird feeders made from recyclable materials! This program will not only inspire you to create your own bird feeders but encourage you to help protect…