Join a park interpreter and discover the unique network of trails here at Pinnacle Mountain State Park. Plan your path to adventure as we delve into the different routes, features and terrain you can…

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…

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…

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…

Village Creek State Park’s natural beauty sets the stage for us to enjoy the perfect camping combo: stories and s'mores! Join a park interpreter to build a campfire and enjoy a s'more while hearing…

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…

Many of the early explorers, including those that traveled through the area around what is now Lake Dardanelle State Park, kept journals of the things they saw and experienced as they traversed the…

Test your outdoor knowledge in this interactive camping quiz set at Mount Nebo State Park. Through fun questions, clues, and real-life examples, you’ll practice spotting common plants and recognizing…

Join a park interpreter to learn the essentials of campfire building, including the importance of tinder, kindling, and proper structure. Whether you're new to fire-starting or looking to refine your…

Cossatot River State Park is home to many shapes and sizes of our feathered friends. How much do you know about the birds of Cossatot? Stop by and chat with a park interpreter about birds at this come…

Take a moment to pay attention to your surroundings using all your senses and experience Queen Wilhelmina State Park in a whole new way. Meet a park interpreter at the Lover's Leap trailhead for a…

The living things that glow at night can add a magical feel to your visit to the park, but have you ever thought about how and why they glow? Join a park interpreter to discover the science behind the…

Curious about cast iron cooking? Stop by our Dutch Oven Cooking Look & Learn Table in the visitor center to see Dutch ovens up close, explore how they work, and discover how people have used them…

Ball and cup, buzz saw, graces, and rolling hoops are just some of the toys that were used by pioneer children. Try your hand with these toys and learn about the life of a pioneer child. Even…

Take a moment to enjoy and capture the scenery through watercolor painting and discover how art has always been tied to Devil’s Den State Park. Supplies are limited.

You may know the animals of Queen Wilhelmina State Park, but can you identify them by their skulls alone? Each one holds clues about the creature it belonged to. Join a park interpreter for a fun and…

Meet at the amphitheater to enjoy a scrumptious cobbler cooked in a Dutch oven. Learn the basics of cast iron cooking and how to season and care for a Dutch oven. Bring a cool beverage and your…

Gardeners are the masters of our landscapes, at least we are in our imagination. We decide the life and death of many lifeforms based on the plants we encourage and those we attempt to eliminate. We…

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…