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Survival Skills Weekend
                                                                            Start or add to your knowledge of surviving in the great outdoors. This weekend will be filled with survival skills workshops and bush craft such as map and compass, fire starting, shelter building,…
                            
                        
            
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        Dutch Oven Outdoor Cooking
                                    Saturday, November 29, 2025
                                            / 9 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.
                                                
            
                                                                            Still hungry after the holiday? Dutch oven outdoor cooking is not only delicious, but it is the perfect way to make fond memories while staying at Arkansas' only Resort State Park! Join a park…
                            
                        
            
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        Big Ben Trail Guided Hike
                                    Saturday, November 29, 2025
                                            / 9 a.m. - 9:45 a.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 can have here. This is a 0.5-mile…
                            
                        
            
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        Lake Cruise
                                    Saturday, November 29, 2025
                                            / 10 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
                                                
            
                                                                            Sign up in advance for a relaxing cruise on Bull Shoals Lake. Sit back and enjoy the breezes as we explore this fascinating Ozark region and learn how the construction of the dam shaped both the…
                            
                        
            
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        Opt Outside: Migrating Birds of Pinnacle Mountain State Park
                                    Saturday, November 29, 2025
                                            / 10 a.m. - 10:45 a.m.
                                                
            
                                                                            Each fall, millions of birds journey across Arkansas as they migrate along the Great Flyway. Why do they travel such incredible distances, and what challenges do they face along the way? Join a park…
                            
                        
            
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        Fall Colors Nature Hike
                                    Saturday, November 29, 2025
                                            / 10 a.m. - 10:45 a.m.
                                                
            
                                                                            Join a park interpreter for this relaxing walk through the forest of Lake Poinsett State Park. Along the way, take in the beautiful colors and sounds of fall. Please wear tennis shoes or hiking boots…
                            
                        
            
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        Diamond Mining 101
                                    Saturday, November 29, 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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        West End Wander
                                    Saturday, November 29, 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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        Ozark Holidays Craft Show
                                    Saturday, November 29, 2025
                                            / 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.
                                                
            
                                                                            Get away from the fuss and
flurry of the modern city and come to where holidays are about people and
craftsmanship is done by hand. Shop the Ozark Folk Center State Park Craft
Village during the Ozark…
                            
                        
            
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        Communit-trees Hike
                                    Saturday, November 29, 2025
                                            / 10 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.
                                                
            
                                                                            Join a park interpreter on a 3/4-mile guided walk along the Daisy Creek Trail to learn more about Daisy State Park's tree community. Participants will discover some common Arkansas tree species and…
                            
                        
            
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        White River Hunters and Trappers
                                    Saturday, November 29, 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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        Wildlife Hike
                                    Saturday, November 29, 2025
                                            / 10 a.m. - 10:45 a.m.
                                                
            
                                                                            You can explore nature at this park because Lake Dardanelle State Park’s diverse habitats sustain many living creatures. Meadowbrook Trail is home to many of these creatures. Join a park interpreter…
                            
                        
            
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        Eco-Artistry: Leaf Printed Coasters
                                    Saturday, November 29, 2025
                                            / 10 a.m. - 11 a.m.
                                                
            
                                                                            Take time to enjoy the beautiful nature that surrounds Camp Ouachita while creating a craft. At this program, you will learn the trees that are above us by looking at their leaves. Then, you will…
                            
                        
            
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        Ceremonial Site Tour
                                    Saturday, November 29, 2025
                                            / 11 a.m. - 12 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 American Indians from about 650 to 1050 AD, this site is…
                            
                        
            
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        Campground Wildlife Look & Learn Table
                                    Saturday, November 29, 2025
                                            / 11 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
                                                
            
                                                                            The diverse habitats in and around Lake Dardanelle State Park create many opportunities to see unique wildlife. The wildlife you encounter while camping may be the most memorable part of your trip.…
                            
                        
            
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        Winter Bird I.D. and Feeding Tabletop
                                    Saturday, November 29, 2025
                                            / 11 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
                                                
            
                                                                            Winter is a perfect time to enjoy the
growing hobby of bird feeding! While observing our feeders, learn to identify
some common feeder birds, as well as what foods you can offer them, different
feeder…
                            
                        
            
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        Catch of the Day
                                    Saturday, November 29, 2025
                                            / 12 p.m. - 12:30 p.m.
                                                
            
                                                                            Thanks to the healthy fishery of Lake Dardanelle, you can experience the thrill of nature and the success of the catch. Join a park interpreter in the grassy area across from the visitor center…
                            
                        
            
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        Opt Outside: Nature Soundscapes Walk
                                    Saturday, November 29, 2025
                                            / 1 p.m. - 2 p.m.
                                                
            
                                                                            Join a park interpreter for a guided walk on the Kingfisher Trail, where we'll focus on experiencing nature through sound! This is a paved 1/2-mile trail that is ADA and stroller accessible. Make sure…
                            
                        
            
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        Arkansas State Park Jeopardy
                                    Saturday, November 29, 2025
                                            / 1 p.m. - 2 p.m.
                                                
            
                                                                            Are you an Arkansas State Park fan? Test your knowledge about The Natural State and the parks inside with this nature-themed jeopardy! Bring your family and see who can get the most points in this…
                            
                        
            
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        Turtle Talk
                                    Saturday, November 29, 2025
                                            / 1:30 p.m. - 2 p.m.
                                                
            
                                                                            Daisy State Park provides diverse habitats for all types of species large and small. Join park staff at the visitor center to discover some of the smaller creatures and what they eat in this real-life…
                            
                        
            
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