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"Around the Mountain" Base Trail Hike
Sunday, January 04, 2026
/ 10 a.m. - 12 p.m.
Join a park interpreter as we travel the base of Pinnacle Mountain, enjoying the beauty of the season and seeing what we can discover along the way! This trail is moderate in difficulty, make sure to…
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Day of Service
Sunday, January 04, 2026
/ 10 a.m. - 11 a.m.
For this day of service, we are calling on volunteers to help us keep Lake Chicot State Park a pristine place for visitors and animals that call the lake home. Meet at the visitor center to pick up…
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One Fish, Two Fish
Sunday, January 04, 2026
/ 10:30 a.m. - 11 a.m.
Learn how the fish survive here at Devil's Den State Park and make your own 3D paper fish!
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Mammals of Village Creek
Sunday, January 04, 2026
/ 11 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
Have you ever felt the fur of a bobcat? Meet a park interpreter to learn about many of the diverse mammal species that call Village Creek State Park home in this hands-on fur showcase.
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Feel the Furs
Sunday, January 04, 2026
/ 11:30 a.m. - 12 p.m.
Have you ever wondered what a deer feels like? What about a bear? Come explore the world of animal furs with a park interpreter at the trailhead.
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Camouflaged Critters
Sunday, January 04, 2026
/ 1 p.m. - 1:30 p.m.
When exploring the park, critters can be hard to spot. Learn about the different types of camouflaged that our critters can use.
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Rohwer Trailhead Guided Hike
Sunday, January 04, 2026
/ 1 p.m. - 2 p.m.
Here is your chance to get outdoors and experience Delta Heritage Trail State Park on a guided hike with a park interpreter. We will meet at the Rohwer Trailhead for an easy 1-mile hike lasting…
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Big Ben Trail Guided Hike
Sunday, January 04, 2026
/ 2 p.m. - 2:45 p.m.
Why does this trail have a name? Join a park interpreter to hike the Big Ben Trail (0.5-mile, moderate difficulty), learn about Village Creek State Park's history, and discover the stories…
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Ceremonial Site Walking Tour
Sunday, January 04, 2026
/ 2 p.m. - 3 p.m.
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…
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Discovery on the Lake Trail
Sunday, January 04, 2026
/ 2 p.m. - 2:45 p.m.
Join a park interpreter as we discover what nature has to offer by enjoying a fun nature walk along the easy Lake Trail.
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Eagle Watch Cruise
Sunday, January 04, 2026
/ 2 p.m. - 3 p.m.
Looking for an adventure? Join a park interpreter for a guided eagle-watching cruise on DeGray Lake. We will spend the hour searching for wintering bald eagles, ospreys, loons, herons, grebes, ducks,…
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Pioneer Play
Sunday, January 04, 2026
/ 2 p.m. - 4 p.m.
Join a park interpreter in the grassy area across from the visitor center to discover what pioneer kids did to pass the time while the exploration and progress of their parents forged the culture you…
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Dendrochronology Detectives
Sunday, January 04, 2026
/ 2:30 p.m. - 3 p.m.
Trees can reveal the mysteries of the past. Put your detective skills to the test and learn how to decode the ancient secrets of trees with a park interpreter. This cryptic case will take place…
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Sensory Grab Bag
Sunday, January 04, 2026
/ 3 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.
How well do you think you could identify objects found in nature by using only your sense of touch? It’s harder than you think!
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Critter Feeding
Sunday, January 04, 2026
/ 3 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.
Stop by the visitor center to join a park interpreter in feeding our resident critters– snakes, frogs, turtles and more!
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Hiking through the Legacy of the CCC
Sunday, January 04, 2026
/ 3:30 p.m. - 4:15 p.m.
Join a park interpreter to walk in the footsteps of the Civilian Conservation Corps, where hard work and craftsmanship created a park that is seamless with the landscape. This is an easy…
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Pelican Party
Sunday, January 04, 2026
/ 4 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Meet a park interpreter in the grassy area across from the visitor center and explore the fascinating world of pelicans, including their unique behaviors and habitats. Perfect for all ages, this is a…
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Winter Workshop Series: Hiking 101 - Winter Edition
Saturday, January 10, 2026
/ 9 a.m. - 3 p.m.
Join park staff for a special hiking 101 course.
This course will include a hike along the park's Boy Scout Trail. While we won’t complete the full trail, we will hike about 7 miles of it. This is a…
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Make a Snowflake
Saturday, January 10, 2026
/ 1 p.m. - 2 p.m.
Relax and unwind as you learn about snow while making a fun and festive craft! Engage in a brief program with a park interpreter about the science of snow. Then enjoy crafting a beautiful snowflake…
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Stained Glass Snowflake Panel Class
***Click Here for more information or to register*** Learn how to make an 8” stained glass Snowflake Panel in your choice of colors. Students will learn the Tiffany Method of stained glass which uses…
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