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Wonder House Tour: Stories Set in Stone
Saturday, October 04, 2025
/ 4:30 p.m. - 5 p.m.
What is the Wonder House? More than just a place, it’s an experience. Listed on the National Register of Historic Places, this unique home offers a glimpse into life nearly a century ago. Join a park…
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Skull Detectives
Saturday, October 04, 2025
/ 6:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
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…
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The Pioneer Cemetery: A Lasting Legacy
Sunday, October 05, 2025
/ 9:30 a.m. - 10 a.m.
Tucked away on Rich Mountain lies the final resting place of the area’s earliest settlers. Join a park interpreter at the Pioneer Cemetery to uncover stories of life on the mountain in the 1860s and…
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Bear Necessities
Sunday, October 05, 2025
/ 2:30 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.
Did you know Arkansas was historically known as “The Bear State?” The story of Arkansas’ black bears is one of upheaval and resilience. Join a park interpreter to explore the history of black bears in…
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Microscopic Mayhem
Friday, October 10, 2025
/ 1:30 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.
There’s an unseen world teeming with life right beneath your feet! Join a park interpreter in the Hearth Room, then head outside to gather moss and soil samples. Back indoors, learn how to prep slides…
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Wonder House Tour: Stories Set in Stone
Friday, October 10, 2025
/ 4 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.
What is the Wonder House? More than just a place, it’s an experience. Listed on the National Register of Historic Places, this unique home offers a glimpse into life nearly a century ago. Join a park…
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Owl Pellet Dissection: The Leftovers Lab
Friday, October 10, 2025
/ 6:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
Many meat-eating birds, like owls, have an interesting way of dealing with unwanted parts of their food. Join a park interpreter for a closer look at owl pellets, nature’s version of a mystery puzzle.…
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Animal Myths: Truth or Tail?
Saturday, October 11, 2025
/ 4:30 p.m. - 5:30 p.m.
Have you heard that baby snakes are more dangerous than adults? Or been told you're "blind as a bat?” Join a park interpreter to explore the truth behind common animal myths, including some you may…
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Know Your Knots
Saturday, October 11, 2025
/ 6:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
Whether you're fishing, 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…
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UFO: Unidentified Forest Objects Hike
Sunday, October 12, 2025
/ 9:30 a.m. - 11 a.m.
Strange things lurk in the Ouachita National Forest, and not everything is easily explained. Join a park interpreter for a 1-mile hike along the Spring Trail as we investigate mysterious forest finds,…
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Mammals of the Mountain
Sunday, October 12, 2025
/ 12 p.m. - 12:30 p.m.
How well do you know the mammals of Queen Wilhelmina State Park? Join a park interpreter to discover some fascinating (and furry) facts about the animals that call this mountain home!
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Pinecone Bird Feeders
Sunday, October 12, 2025
/ 2:30 p.m. - 3 p.m.
From worms to seeds, fish to insects, birds have quite a menu! Join a park interpreter to learn what different birds eat and craft your own all-natural pinecone bird feeder to take home. Note: This…
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Mammals of the Mountain
Friday, October 17, 2025
/ 2 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.
How well do you know the mammals of Queen Wilhelmina State Park? Join a park interpreter to discover some fascinating (and furry) facts about the animals that call this mountain home!
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Bear Necessities
Friday, October 17, 2025
/ 5 p.m. - 6 p.m.
Did you know Arkansas was historically known as “The Bear State?” The story of Arkansas’ black bears is one of upheaval and resilience. Join a park interpreter to explore the history of black bears in…
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Wonder House Tour: Stories Set in Stone
Sunday, October 19, 2025
/ 10 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.
What is the Wonder House? More than just a place, it’s an experience. Listed on the National Register of Historic Places, this unique home offers a glimpse into life nearly a century ago. Join a park…
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Picture This: Smartphone Photography
Sunday, October 19, 2025
/ 12:30 p.m. - 1:45 p.m.
Use professional photography techniques to capture your memories of Queen Wilhelmina State Park through the lens of a smartphone. Join a park interpreter to learn essential photography tips and simple…
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Skull Detectives
Sunday, October 19, 2025
/ 3 p.m. - 4 p.m.
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…
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Wonder House Tour: Stories Set in Stone
Friday, October 24, 2025
/ 1:30 p.m. - 2 p.m.
What is the Wonder House? More than just a place, it’s an experience. Listed on the National Register of Historic Places, this unique home offers a glimpse into life nearly a century ago. Join a park…
Read more
Pinecone Bird Feeders
Friday, October 24, 2025
/ 4 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.
From worms to seeds, fish to insects, birds have quite a menu! Join a park interpreter to learn what different birds eat and craft your own all-natural pinecone bird feeder to take home. Note: This…
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