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Arkansas State Parks Calendar of Events
White River Hunters and Trappers
Sunday, June 08, 2025
/ 10 a.m. - 10:45 a.m.
Hunting and trapping served an important role on the White River and contributed to Jacksonport's economy. Join a park interpreter to learn what animals were hunted and trapped in this area. Learn…
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Animal Signs Hike
Sunday, June 08, 2025
/ 10:15 a.m. - 11:15 a.m.
Sometimes we don't see the animals that live at Lake Poinsett State Park because they're nocturnal or good at hiding. How else can we see signs of these critters at the park? Join a park interpreter…
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Discovering Nature Journals
Sunday, June 08, 2025
/ 11 a.m. - 11:45 a.m.
Journals are a great way to preserve memories of your trip to the park and your experience the day of the solar eclipse. Join the park interpreter to make your own journal, pick up journaling tips and…
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Carapace Capers
Sunday, June 08, 2025
/ 12 p.m. - 1 p.m.
Turtles wear their life stories on their sleeve (and on their shell). Put your detective skills to the test and join the park interpreter and their shelled friend in exploring some of the stories…
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Fish Name Game
Sunday, June 08, 2025
/ 2 p.m. - 2:45 p.m.
Want to brush up on your fish ID skills? Join a park interpreter outside the visitor center to play the Fish Name Game. We will learn what features can help you identify different fish, then put our…
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Preserving the Legacy
Sunday, June 08, 2025
/ 2 p.m. - 4 p.m.
Join a park interpreter for a special 2-hour open self-guided tour of the 1872 Courthouse Museum! Learn how Jacksonport became the county seat, what the building was used for after the county seat…
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The Wonders of Weaving
Sunday, June 08, 2025
/ 2 p.m. - 4 p.m.
Do you like crafting and want to try something new? Stop by Davidsonville Historic State Park and help park staff with a weaving project. We'll uncover the basics and learn about the types of looms,…
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Cast Away!
Sunday, June 08, 2025
/ 3 p.m. - 4 p.m.
You can cast away your worries and reel in the fun at Lake Frierson State Park. Join the park interpreter to test out your casting skills, see what is in Lake Frierson, and reel in fun opportunities…
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Don't Tread on Me
Sunday, June 08, 2025
/ 6 p.m. - 6:45 p.m.
Jackson County is home to many species of snakes but not all of them are dangerous to humans. In fact, many are helpful! Join a park interpreter to learn how to tell the difference between venomous…
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Rockin' Art
Wednesday, June 11, 2025
/ 10 a.m. - 11 a.m.
There are so many ways of expressing yourself through art, but did you know American Indians also used art to express themselves? Join a park interpreter to learn how American Indians used art. Call…
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Rockin' Art
Wednesday, June 11, 2025
/ 2 p.m. - 3 p.m.
There are so many ways of expressing yourself through art, but did you know American Indians also used art to express themselves? Join a park interpreter to learn how American Indians used art. Call…
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Discovery Hour at Jacksonport
Thursday, June 12, 2025
/ 10 a.m. - 11 a.m.
Join the fun every Thursday at Jacksonport State Park! Park interpreters will help you explore and understand the history and nature of Jacksonport State Park through action-packed games, crafts,…
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Dream Weavers
Thursday, June 12, 2025
/ 10 a.m. - 11 a.m.
Like us, American Indians from this area might have wanted protection from bad dreams. Join the park interpreter to learn the stories of the old ways and weave a dream catcher to help with your own…
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Dream Weavers
Thursday, June 12, 2025
/ 2 p.m. - 3 p.m.
Like us, American Indians from this area might have wanted protection from bad dreams. Join the park interpreter to learn the stories of the old ways and weave a dream catcher to help with your own…
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Story and Craft: Turtles
Thursday, June 12, 2025
/ 2 p.m. - 3 p.m.
Thursdays at 2 p.m., children are encouraged to visit the park for story and craft hour while school is out for summer! Come and enjoy hearing Native American stories of Turtle and make a crafty…
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The Sound of Silence
Friday, June 13, 2025
/ 2 p.m. - 3 p.m.
A silent walk on the trail reveals a world full of
music. Get your ears ready and join the park
interpreter on the 1-mile Boundary Trail to
see how the music of the woods changes along
Crowley's…
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Where the Trees Lead Us
Friday, June 13, 2025
/ 3:30 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Discover how trees at Lake Frierson State Park can help you find your way and explore the forest's hidden connections to life, light, and direction.
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Sight, Flight, Animals Who Bite
Friday, June 13, 2025
/ 4 p.m. - 4:45 p.m.
Some animals can see ultraviolet colors, and some can blend into plain sight, but why? Join a park interpreter to learn about common animal adaptations and how they are used. Stick…
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Big Ben Trail Guided Hike
Friday, June 13, 2025
/ 7 p.m. - 7:45 p.m.
Meet a park interpreter to learn about Village Creek State Park's history, listen to the stories behind the name of Ben, and acknowledge the power your actions have at our park. This is a 0.5-mile…
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Frog Calls
Friday, June 13, 2025
/ 8:30 p.m. - 9:30 p.m.
Do you ever listen to the frogs call? We have 25 species of frogs and toads in Arkansas and we have 11 at Lake Poinsett State Park! Join a park interpreter and learn how to call for frogs and how to…
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