Want to catch more fish? Want to know more about what fish eat and where they live? Meet a park interpreter to think like a fish and discover more about the fish that live in Lake Fort Smith.

Take the lead to help keep our community clean! Join us from 9 a.m. to noon for the Great Arkansas Cleanup at Prairie Grove Battlefield State Park. Volunteers will help clean up and beautify the park…

Learn how to take a more compelling photo that you want to print and hang on the wall. Tim Johnson will discuss various aspects of nature photography, including equipment and techniques that…

Embark on an engaging journey through time with a park interpreter as we discover the fascinating stories behind out Monument Trail names that connect back to Devil's Den State Park's rich history.…

Help Keep Arkansas Beautiful by volunteering at Mount Magazine State Park! Projects include, but are not limited to, litter pickup along roadsides and trails, trail beautification and improvement,…

Meet a park interpreter to discover how a hiking stick can make your hike safer, enjoyable, and more memorable. We will discuss proper sizing, primary and secondary uses for a hiking stick,…

Be prepared to spark your next adventure! Join a park interpreter in the grassy area across from the visitor center to learn how to make your own fire starters—an easy, useful skill…

During the Great Depression—when the park was first being built—families had to get creative with their celebrations. Costumes were often handmade, and decorations crafted from whatever materials were…

Join us at Devil's Den State Park to celebrate the fall season like it's the 1930s! Much like the families that lived during the Great Depression, the era that our park was built by the Civilian…

Gather around with a park interpreter to discover the art of Dutch oven cooking—then treat yourself to a warm cinnamon roll fresh from the fire.

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…

Enjoy the beauty of Lake Fort Smith from a kayak. Take the opportunity to observe quiet coves, waterfalls, and wildlife available from the unique perspective a kayak. Flatwater kayaks, paddles, and…

Exploration, opportunity, and progress forged the culture that you find here today. Join a park interpreter in the grassy area near the weigh-in pavilion to learn about an early toy that was made by…

How much do you know about the butterflies of Mount Magazine State Park? Play a fun interactive game that familiarizes you with our friends that flutter! This program will be best enjoyed by ages…

Storytelling has long been a cherished tradition—not only among campers, but also among the early settlers of the Ozarks. Join a park interpreter as we share some legends that shaped this region,…

Perseverance of life at Mount Magazine State Park should be music to your ears! Let a park interpreter share some original ukulele songs on the way up to Arkansas' highpoint that highlight…

Dress up as your favorite animal and roam Camp Area E with Mother Nature! As you pass each campsite, stay alert for sightings of the park’s native wildlife and learn why candy—though delicious for…

As the sun goes down on Lake Dardanelle, the sky is lit up with beautiful colors glowing in the sky. Join a park interpreter in the picnic area between the visitor center and the weigh-in pavilion as…

Spend the evening paddling on Beaver Lake while guided by a park interpreter. We will learn the basics of paddling and enjoy the sunset on the lake. Meet at the visitor center and then caravan to the…

Nestle into the serene beauty of the Mayfield Area and let nature come to you! Join a park interpreter for a tranquil morning of birdwatching in the unique landscape of Devils Racetrack—all while…