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Arkansas State Parks Calendar of Events
First Light Kayak Tour
Sunday, May 11, 2025
/ 6:30 a.m. - 8 a.m.
Many of us get lost in the hustle and bustle of the day and forget to take some time for ourselves, but the natural world relishes in the quiet before the storm. Embrace the day by joining a park…
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Birding Basics: Bear Creek
Sunday, May 11, 2025
/ 10 a.m. - 11 a.m.
Ever wonder what kind of bird was sitting in the tree by your campsite, or which one was singing a song to wake you up? Join a park interpreter to discover the joy of birding on Bear Creek Trail. We…
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Day of Service
Sunday, May 11, 2025
/ 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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Visitor Center Explorers
Sunday, May 11, 2025
/ 10 a.m. - 11 a.m.
Escape the weather and visit a park interpreter at the visitor center! Explore our sensory station with furs of local animals, learn about reptiles and turtles, and experience many other wonders that…
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Nature Scavenger Hunt
Sunday, May 11, 2025
/ 1 p.m. - 1:45 p.m.
Test your knowledge of the natural world of Crowley's Ridge! Everyone will get a list. To count your item, you just put a check mark on your paper or take a picture of the item. We can compare when…
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Delivering the Mail on Delta Heritage Trail Hike
Sunday, May 11, 2025
/ 2 p.m. - 2:45 p.m.
Delta Heritage Trail once was the path of trains that delivered mail to communities along its course. Here is your chance to discover how mail was delivered in the past and even get a chance to work…
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Fire Building 101
Friday, May 16, 2025
/ 2 p.m. - 3 p.m.
Campfires sit at the heart of camp outs literally and figuratively. If it weren't for them, where would we cook our s'mores, tell our stories, or simply grow closer to our family and friends? Join the…
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From Spark to Flame: Fire-Building Basics at Bear Creek
Friday, May 16, 2025
/ 5 p.m. - 6 p.m.
Join a park interpreter to learn the essentials of campfire building, including the importance of tinder, kindling, and proper structure. Whether you're new to fire-starting or looking to refine your…
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Delta Woodlands Trail Hike
Friday, May 16, 2025
/ 5 p.m. - 6 p.m.
At Lake Chicot State Park, explore a remnant of nature that was once a much bigger part of the greater Arkansas Delta region by hiking the Delta Woodlands Trail. This short, paved, 1-mile…
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Lake Chicot Sunset Tour
Friday, May 16, 2025
/ 7:15 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.
All aboard to experience a magical Delta sunset from the water! Along the way, discover what makes Lake Chicot unique and important to the state of Arkansas. Space is limited to 10 participants and…
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Let's Play Outside
Saturday, May 17, 2025
Playing outside is fun! Join the museum for a day of old-fashioned games such as jump rope, checkers, croquet, horse shoes and more! Wear sun protection and bring water and play all day.…
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Fishing 101 at Storm Creek
Saturday, May 17, 2025
/ 10 a.m. - 11 a.m.
Join the park ranger to learn some of the basics of fishing here at Mississippi River State Park. Discover some of the different types of fish that can be harvested from our lakes and what they…
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Knot Here!
Saturday, May 17, 2025
/ 1 p.m. - 1:45 p.m.
Drop in for a short visit with a park interpreter and learn three basic knots useful to an outdoors person. You’ll even learn what not to knot.
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Knots for Anglers
Saturday, May 17, 2025
/ 2 p.m. - 2:45 p.m.
Knowing how to tie the correct knot for all your fishing needs is important for any angler. Join the park interpreter to learn 5 basic knots for all your fishing needs. All supplies…
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Ridge Exploration Hike
Saturday, May 17, 2025
/ 3 p.m. - 4 p.m.
Discover the unique habitat of Crowley's Ridge as we hike through the forest and see how the plant life changes from cottonwoods and sycamores near the creek beds at the bottom of the ridge to more…
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T.R.A.I.L.S. Guided Hike
Saturday, May 17, 2025
/ 5 p.m. - 6 p.m.
So, you've found yourself lost in the wilderness. Now what? Join a park interpreter on the Delta Woodlands Trail to learn the ABC's of what to do in this worst-case scenario. This is an easy, paved,…
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Lake Chicot Sunset Tour
Saturday, May 17, 2025
/ 7:15 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.
All aboard to experience a magical Delta sunset from the water! Along the way, discover what makes Lake Chicot unique and important to the state of Arkansas. Space is limited to 10 participants and…
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Visitor Center Explorers
Sunday, May 18, 2025
/ 2 p.m. - 3 p.m.
Escape the weather and visit a park interpreter at the visitor center! Explore our sensory station with furs of local animals, learn about reptiles and turtles, and experience many other wonders that…
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Delta Heritage Trail Guided Hike
Sunday, May 18, 2025
/ 2 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.
Here is your chance to get outdoors with family and friends and start your journey exploring Delta Heritage Trail State Park. Meet at the visitor center at 2 p.m. for an easy 1-mile hike on a gravel…
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Fire Building 101
Friday, May 23, 2025
/ 2 p.m. - 3 p.m.
Campfires sit at the heart of camp outs literally and figuratively. If it weren't for them, where would we cook our s'mores, tell our stories, or simply grow closer to our family and friends? Join the…
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