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What's for Lunch
Saturday, November 01, 2025
/ 6:30 a.m. - 7 a.m.
We have 8,000 gallons of aquariums, filled with many of the fish species found in Lake Dardanelle. Join park staff in the visitor center as they feed the fish live food. See for yourself, what’s for…
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Corn Husk Figurines
Saturday, November 01, 2025
/ 9 a.m. - 9:45 a.m.
Exploration, opportunity, and progress forged the culture that you find here today. Join a park interpreter in the Lakeview Room of the visitor center to learn about an early toy that was made by the…
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Hiking Basics and Monument Trails
Saturday, November 01, 2025
/ 10 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.
Did you know that the Monument Trails can also be used for hiking? But which one should you pick for an adventure? Join a park interpreter to learn how to pick the best trail for you and your family,…
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West End Wander
Saturday, November 01, 2025
/ 10 a.m. - 12 p.m.
Have you ever wanted to wander the woods of Mount Magazine? Join a park interpreter as you explore interesting sandstone structures, both natural and human-made, on the west end of Mount Magazine…
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Map Reading Basics
Saturday, November 01, 2025
/ 11 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
GPS is a handy tool to use getting from one place to another, but what if you are in an area where your GPS does not work? How do you navigate? With a
map and a compass! Join a park interpreter to…
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Cherokee Clay Creations: Make a Pinch Pot
Saturday, November 01, 2025
/ 11 a.m. - 12 p.m.
Before Arkansas became a state, Cherokee families in this region crafted pottery by hand using local clay. Join a park interpreter to learn about this tradition and make your own small clay vessel to…
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Finding Footprints Bingo
Saturday, November 01, 2025
/ 2 p.m. - 2:45 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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Osage Ribbonwork
Saturday, November 01, 2025
/ 2 p.m. - 3 p.m.
Ribbonwork is a vibrant and meaningful tradition in Osage culture, used to decorate clothing and express identity. Join a park interpreter to discover the history and symbolism behind Osage…
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Choctaw Beadwork
Saturday, November 01, 2025
/ 4 p.m. - 5 p.m.
Beadwork has long been a meaningful form of cultural expression for the Choctaw people. Join a park interpreter to explore traditional designs, learn about the history and symbolism behind them, and…
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Grab Bag Adventures
Saturday, November 01, 2025
/ 6 p.m. - 7 p.m.
The diverse habitats around Lake Dardanelle State Park create many opportunities for discovery and exploration. Meet a park interpreter in the grassy area across from the visitor center to find out…
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Falling for Fall Tabletop
Sunday, November 02, 2025
/ 11 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
It’s one of the best seasons in the
Ozarks with the comfortable weather and beautiful tree foliage, but what
exactly is fall or autumn, and why does it occur? How do leaves change color?
Learn all…
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Venomous Snake and Tick Safety Monument Trail Tabletop
Sunday, November 02, 2025
/ 1:30 p.m. - 3 p.m.
These two groups of creatures are the most dangerous that you could encounter when hiking or biking at Hobbs State Park. Discover more about these creatures and how to avoid them. A…
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What's for Lunch
Tuesday, November 04, 2025
/ 5:30 a.m. - 6 a.m.
We have 8,000 gallons of aquariums, filled with many of the fish species found in Lake Dardanelle. Join park staff in the visitor center as they feed the fish live food. See for yourself, what’s for…
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Night Flight
Friday, November 07, 2025
/ 5 p.m. - 5:45 p.m.
Join a park interpreter at the amphitheater to learn about our silent hunters that come out when the sun goes down. We will talk about some of their unique features including looking at an owl pellet.…
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What's for Lunch
Saturday, November 08, 2025
/ 5:30 a.m. - 6 a.m.
We have 8,000 gallons of aquariums, filled with many of the fish species found in Lake Dardanelle. Join park staff in the visitor center as they feed the fish live food. See for yourself, what’s for…
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Be an Explorer Look & Learn Table
Saturday, November 08, 2025
/ 10 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.
Interested in becoming an Arkansas State Parks Explorer? Meet a park interpreter in the visitor center to learn how to get started! The Explorer Program is intended for young people ages 6-14 (though…
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Falling for Fall Tabletop
Saturday, November 08, 2025
/ 12 p.m. - 2 p.m.
It’s one of the best seasons in the
Ozarks with the comfortable weather and beautiful tree foliage, but what
exactly is fall or autumn, and why does it occur? How do leaves change color?
Learn all…
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Talking Turkey
Saturday, November 08, 2025
/ 1 p.m. - 1:45 p.m.
Cherokees who historically inhabited this area were heavily dependent on nature for their livelihood. Join a park interpreter at the amphitheater as she explains the importance the wild turkey had to…
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Finding Footprints Bingo
Saturday, November 08, 2025
/ 2 p.m. - 2:45 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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