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Make a Paracord Handle for Your Walking Stick
Monday, October 06, 2025
/ 9 a.m. - 9:30 a.m.
Adding a paracord handle to your walking stick can provide a more comfortable grip as well as an effective way of carrying cordage that could be used in an emergency situation. Meet a park interpreter…
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Mighty Eagles
Monday, October 06, 2025
/ 11 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
The symbol of our nation comes in the form of a mighty bird; the eagle, but even the mighty can fall. Meet a park interpreter to learn the amazing story of resilience of the mighty eagle and how you…
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Reptilian Riddles
Tuesday, October 07, 2025
/ 4 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Many creatures call Lake Dardanelle State Park home. Many of these amazing creatures are reptiles. Join a park interpreter in the visitor center Orientation Room to discover some of the things that…
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Burn Smart, Leave No Mark
Wednesday, October 08, 2025
/ 10 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.
Campfires can warm the night and cook our meals, but they can also scar the land for years. Join a park interpreter for a guided activity about how to enjoy fire sustainably and responsibly. From…
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Spinning and Lace Making Demonstration
Wednesday, October 08, 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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Discover Devil's Den
Wednesday, October 08, 2025
/ 3 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.
Step back in time with a park interpreter as we explore the origins of Devil’s Den State Park and celebrate the enduring legacy of the CCC. With a sense of wonder, we’ll uncover the skill,…
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Smelly Skunks
Thursday, October 09, 2025
/ 1 p.m. - 1:30 p.m.
Why do skunks smell bad to some people? What
is the reason they spray? Learn the answers to these questions and more by
joining a park interpreter as we discuss one smelly animal, the striped
skunk.
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Fungus Among Us
Thursday, October 09, 2025
/ 3 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.
What comes to mind when you think of about fungus? Something helpful or something harmful? Some fungi help plants grow while others can cause animals to get sick. Join a park interpreter to learn…
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Finding Footprints Bingo
Thursday, October 09, 2025
/ 3 p.m. - 3:45 p.m.
Ever wonder who’s wandering through the woods when you’re not looking? Join a park interpreter to learn about Mount Magazine State Park’s wildlife by identifying their tracks and uncovering their…
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Wearable Water Cycle
Thursday, October 09, 2025
/ 4 p.m. - 4:45 p.m.
As the Arkansas River journeys through Lake Dardanelle it continually shapes the land and creates opportunities for people like you. Discover the many stops a drop of water makes on its journey…
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Ride the Monument: The Story Beneath our Tires
Thursday, October 09, 2025
/ 4:30 p.m. - 5 p.m.
There's more to the Monument trails at Devil's Den State Park than berms and switchbacks. Join a park interpreter to learn about the geology beneath your tires, the design behind the ride, and how you…
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Pedals and Preparation: The Essentials of Mountain Biking
Friday, October 10, 2025
/ 9 a.m. - 9:30 a.m.
Join a park interpreter to learn the basics of mountain biking safety and preparedness. Discover what gear to carry and how to handle common trail challenges. Whether you're new to the sport or need a…
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Icky, Sticky Spider Webs
Friday, October 10, 2025
/ 10 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.
Ever wondered why some spider webs look like wheels while others resemble tangled threads? Join a park interpreter and discover the fascinating secrets behind the many web designs crafted by different…
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Light My Fire: DIY Firestarter
Friday, October 10, 2025
/ 1:30 p.m. - 2 p.m.
Discover various ways to make a firestarter with a park interpreter and create one to take with you for your evening campfire.
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Bats vs. Moths
Friday, October 10, 2025
/ 2 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.
How do bats catch something as small as a moth at night? How do moths try to avoid getting eaten by bats? Join a park interpreter to learn all about it and play a game of bats vs. moths.
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Hawktober Hawk Watch
Friday, October 10, 2025
/ 3 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.
Join a park interpreter at the Cameron Bluff Overlook learn how to help Mount Magazine State Park identify and count broad-winged hawks! Participants could
potentially view broad-winged…
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Skull Sleuth
Friday, October 10, 2025
/ 3:30 p.m. - 4 p.m.
What does the shape of an animal’s skull tell you about that animal? Solve the mystery with a park interpreter as we become skull sleuths!
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CCC or Not?
Friday, October 10, 2025
/ 4 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Step into the past with a park interpreter and play the exciting game “CCC or Not?” Uncover the fascinating story on what the CCC is all about and how important they are for Devil's Den State Park.
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Feeding Time at the Lake
Friday, October 10, 2025
/ 4 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Wildlife requires a proper diet for their survival, and you can help. Meet a park interpreter as we discuss native foods that are essential for our wild and curated animals and also take part in their…
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