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Equipped to Survive
                                    Monday, November 10, 2025
                                            / 3 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.
                                                
            
                                                                             Life
at Mount Magazine State Park is equipped to survive what can be a challenging
environment. Are you equipped to survive a quiz that tests your knowledge of
Mount Magazine State Park’s resources?…
                            
                        
            
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        What's for Lunch
                                    Tuesday, November 11, 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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        Morning Bird Hike
                                    Tuesday, November 11, 2025
                                            / 8:30 a.m. - 9:30 a.m.
                                                
            
                                                                            Join a park interpreter in front of the visitor center to take a walk through the area in search of our visiting birds. Even if you’ve never birded before, you can enjoy these creatures in a whole new…
                            
                        
            
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        Fish Feeding
                                    Tuesday, November 11, 2025
                                            / 11 a.m. - 11:30 p.m.
                                                
            
                                                                            Come see the fish feast! It is very entertaining and quite interesting to watch the feeding habits of fish, like a bass striking at a worm or minnow. Gather around the fish tanks and enjoy the show.
                            
                        
            
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        A Walk amongst the Fish
                                    Tuesday, November 11, 2025
                                            / 3 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.
                                                
            
                                                                            Join park staff for a walk through the visitor center and look at the aquariums. Learn how to identify the many fish living in Lake Dardanelle. 
                            
                        
            
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        Spinning and Lace Making Demonstration
                                    Wednesday, November 12, 2025
                                            / 10 a.m. - 12 p.m.
                                                
            
                                                                            In this special showcase, local spinners will share how they craft fibers into yarn and lacemakers will exhibit the creation of handmade laces. They welcome all interested visitors to join them for an…
                            
                        
            
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        Diamond Mining 101
                                    Wednesday, November 12, 2025
                                            / 10 a.m. - 10:15 a.m.
                                                
            
                                                                            Meet a park interpreter in the Diamond Discovery Center to learn the tricks of the trade at this demonstration of diamond searching methods!
                            
                        
            
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        The Floor is Lava
                                    Wednesday, November 12, 2025
                                            / 2 p.m. - 2:45 p.m.
                                                
            
                                                                            Quick, get to solid ground, the floor is lava! The only way to move forward and get to safety is to correctly answer volcano myth questions. This activity will take place in the Diamond Discovery…
                            
                        
            
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        Diamond Mining 101
                                    Thursday, November 13, 2025
                                            / 10 a.m. - 10:15 a.m.
                                                
            
                                                                            Meet a park interpreter in the Diamond Discovery Center to learn the tricks of the trade at this demonstration of diamond searching methods!
                            
                        
            
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        Beginner Birding
                                    Thursday, November 13, 2025
                                            / 11 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
                                                
            
                                                                            Bull Shoals-White River State Park is a great place to begin your birdwatching journey! Discover field guides and other methods of bird identification. A park interpreter will also provide tips for…
                            
                        
            
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        Feel the Furs
                                    Thursday, November 13, 2025
                                            / 11:30 a.m. - 12 p.m.
                                                
            
                                                                            Have you ever wondered what a deer feels like? What about a bear? Explore the world of animal furs with a park interpreter at the trailhead.
                            
                        
            
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        Wings Over the Water
                                    Thursday, November 13, 2025
                                            / 4 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.
                                                
            
                                                                            Get a chance to view the two species of vulture in Arkansas as they soar above Bull Shoals Lake and the White River. Learn interesting facts about these birds and how to identify…
                            
                        
            
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        The Arkansas Traveler
                                    Thursday, November 13, 2025
                                            / 4 p.m. - 4:45 p.m.
                                                
            
                                                                            Lake Dardanelle State Park is the site of many unique events in history, and the Arkansas Traveler is one that has molded Arkansas folklore for years. The painting is thought to have been based on…
                            
                        
            
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        Daybreak Diamond Tour
                                    Friday, November 14, 2025
                                            / 8:30 a.m. - 9 a.m.
                                                
            
                                                                            Join a park interpreter in the Diamond Discovery Center, lower level to walk through the search area and learn about the best places to search for diamonds. Along the way, you’ll hear stories of past…
                            
                        
            
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        Diamond Mining 101
                                    Friday, November 14, 2025
                                            / 10 a.m. - 10:15 a.m.
                                                
            
                                                                            Meet a park interpreter in the Diamond Discovery Center to learn the tricks of the trade at this demonstration of diamond searching methods!
                            
                        
            
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        Build a Bird Feeder
                                    Friday, November 14, 2025
                                            / 11 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
                                                
            
                                                                            Did you know you can make simple bird feeders using items found in nature? We'll demonstrate how to make one to take home! Meet a park interpreter at the nature cabin for this fun activity. 
                            
                        
            
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        What's the Catch?
                                    Friday, November 14, 2025
                                            / 11 a.m. - 11:45 a.m.
                                                
            
                                                                            Do fish have a sixth sense? Meet a park interpreter to discover how fish use their senses to navigate their underwater world. We will make a paper fish craft, all while uncovering the secret…
                            
                        
            
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        Autumn Adventure Quest
                                    Friday, November 14, 2025
                                            / 1 p.m. - 2 p.m.
                                                
            
                                                                            Drop by the breezeway at Mather Lodge and take on the Autumn Adventure Quest! Pick up a quest card and complete fun seasonal challenges—like spotting fall leaves, discovering wildlife clues,…
                            
                        
            
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        Diamond Mining 101
                                    Friday, November 14, 2025
                                            / 1:30 p.m. - 1:45 p.m.
                                                
            
                                                                            Meet a park interpreter in the Diamond Discovery Center to learn the tricks of the trade at this demonstration of diamond searching methods!
                            
                        
            
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        Tracking Wildlife
                                    Friday, November 14, 2025
                                            / 2 p.m. - 3 p.m.
                                                
            
                                                                            Join a park interpreter to learn how to find signs of animals! Play the game "Guess the Animal" to test your skills and win a fun prize! 
                            
                        
            
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