One of the many wild animals that makes Lake Fort Smith State Park its home is the Eastern cottontail rabbit. Did you know there are also rabbits that live in the sky? Meet Park Interpreter…

Did you know that Arkansas used to be called the Bear State? Join a park interpreter for a fascinating program on the history and present habitat of bears in Arkansas. This program is full…

Let’s explore springtime in Devil’s Den State Park through art! Join a park interpreter in creating your very own nature journal that you can use in the park.

This Mother's Day, make the beautiful drive to the Ozark Folk Center in Mountain View on Sunday, May 11 for a tasty Southern buffet and homemade desserts! The Skillet will serve its famous Mother's…

The choices you make when you are outside make a big difference. The Leave No Trace principles are important for all ages, but especially for girls and boys who are just beginning to experience…

Bears, like all animals, have certain requirements that need to be met if they are to survive. Join Park Interpreter Kara for a fun game of playing bear and see if you could survive in the forest.

There are many animals that live in Lake Fort Smith State Park. Stop by the visitor center Exhibit Room where Park Interpreter Mystina has a critter for you to meet up close!

Join a park interpreter and pick a color! Take time to enjoy the great outdoors at Bull Shoals-White River State Park, and try to find your chosen color on this moderately difficult trail…

Presenter Jim Warnock will focus on easy-to-do adjustments you can make in how you pack, what you eat, and how you care for the most vulnerable parts of your body whether on short hikes or multi-day…

What is metamorphosis? What kind of animals go through it and how does that compare to how people grow? Join a park interpreter to learn about the process, why it’s unique, and create a tie-dye coffee…

Join Park Interpreter Mystina for a hike to explore an Ozark mountain trail and take in your surroundings. We will search for and discover more about the native Ozark plants, animals, and…

We have 8,000 gallons of aquariums, filled with many of the fish species found in Lake Dardanelle. Join park staff in the visitor center as they feed the fish live food. See for yourself, what’s for…

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…

Join Park Interpreter Mystina for a hike to put your sense of sight, touch, smell, and hearing to the test as you explore some of the natural wonders of Lake Fort Smith State Park. Meet at the Warren…

Lake Fort Smith is a life source that has transformed over the years. Each transformation brought life and challenges to the wildlife and people of the area. Join Park Interpreter Mystina to…

Join Park Interpreter Mystina to play a fun game of nature bingo. As we play, we will discover more about the natural things found at Lake Fort Smith State Park.

Join park staff for a walk through the visitor center and look at the aquariums. Learn how to identify the many fish living in Lake Dardanelle.

Stained Glass Tulip Panel Class Taught by Dona Sawyer*** Click Here for more information or to register. ***Total cost of class - $320 includes all materials and use of tools during class and…

Do you know what an edge habitat is? Join a park interpreter to find out as we wander along part of the southern terminus of the Devil’s Racetrack Monument Trail!

Looking for an escape from your daily routine? Escape to Lake Fort Smith State Park and explore nature on a much deeper level by making connections to your natural surroundings. Meet at the service…