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Arkansas State Parks Calendar of Events
Birding Basics Hike
Saturday, May 24, 2025
/ 9 a.m. - 10 a.m.
You don't have to be an ornithologist to enjoy the birds at Lake Ouachita State Park! Learn some basics of finding our feathered friends. Bring binoculars and field guides if you have them. This basic…
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The Little Things Hike
Saturday, May 24, 2025
/ 9:30 a.m. - 11 a.m.
Logoly State Park is often considered a living laboratory, but it is the little things that make this a great place to explore the natural world. Join the park interpreter for a moderate 1.25-mile…
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Diamond Mining 101
Saturday, May 24, 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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Introduction To Geocaching
Saturday, May 24, 2025
/ 10 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.
Do you enjoy puzzles and spending time in the outdoors? If so, bring your food/snack and join a park interpreter to discover how you can start geocaching today! Learn the basics of geocaching and try…
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Owl Pellet Dissection
Saturday, May 24, 2025
/ 10 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.
Join the park interpreters in the classroom as we investigate the life of an owl. This is a fascinating, sanitary hands-on activity for all ages!
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Exploration Station: Skins, Skulls, and Scat
Saturday, May 24, 2025
/ 10:15 a.m. - 11 a.m.
Join
a park interpreter at the Exploration Station in Camp Area A to learn about the
local animals that call Lake Ouachita State Park home. Park interpreters will
have pelts, skulls, and tracks and…
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Nature Scavenger Hunt
Saturday, May 24, 2025
/ 11 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
This nature scavenger hunt is a great way to explore the outdoors and learn about nature with this awesome adventure for the whole family. This activity will stimulate your creativity as you…
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River Safari
Saturday, May 24, 2025
/ 1 p.m. - 2 p.m.
Explore the underwater world of the Cossatot River with a park interpreter! Snorkel in search of macroinvertebrates and learn how to access water health based on our finds. All supplies provided.…
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Diamond Mining 101
Saturday, May 24, 2025
/ 1:30 p.m. - 1:45 p.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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Picture This: Smartphone Photography
Saturday, May 24, 2025
/ 1:30 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.
Use professional photography techniques to capture your memories of Queen Wilhelmina State Park through the lens of a smartphone. Join a park interpreter to learn some essential rules of photography,…
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Turtle Talk
Saturday, May 24, 2025
/ 1:30 p.m. - 2 p.m.
Daisy State Park provides diverse habitats for all types of species large and small. Join the park superintendent and staff at the visitor center as to discover some of the smaller…
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Scenic Lake Tour
Saturday, May 24, 2025
/ 2 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.
Lake Ouachita's immense size, pristine shoreline, and numerous islands offer breathtaking scenery that is unparalleled in the state. Enjoy a tour with a park interpreter as you explore the wildlife,…
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Exploring Pond Life
Saturday, May 24, 2025
/ 2 p.m. - 2:45 p.m.
The waters of Logoly State Park are full of unseen mysteries. Many life cycles are carried out in the ponds and pools of this forest that are worth a closer look. Join a park interpreter to uncover…
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Fishing 101
Saturday, May 24, 2025
/ 2 p.m. - 3 p.m.
During this workshop you'll learn some of the basic techniques of sport fishing. We'll discuss the different types of equipment and bait used for common game fish caught on Lake Greeson. Supplies and…
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Scenic Lake Cruise
Saturday, May 24, 2025
/ 2 p.m. - 3 p.m.
Enjoy a relaxing and scenic cruise on DeGray Lake! Discover the history of the lake, wildlife, view rock outcrops and unique islands. Seating is limited; reservations can be made beginning…
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Ouachita Watercolors
Saturday, May 24, 2025
/ 3 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.
Throughout time, water holds power at Lake Ouachita State Park! Discover the history and importance of Lake Ouachita and its powerful water by joining a park interpreter during this lakeside…
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Wonder House Tour
Saturday, May 24, 2025
/ 4:30 p.m. - 5 p.m.
What is the Wonder House? It’s not only a place, but also an experience. Listed on the National Registry of Historic Places, the Wonder House takes us back in time almost 100 years.…
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Daisy Sunset Kayak Tour
Saturday, May 24, 2025
/ 6 p.m. - 8 p.m.
Join Park Superintendent Nathan on one of the most beautiful views of Lake Greeson and the Ouachita Mountains at sunset by kayak. Bring clothing and shoes that can get wet. Please…
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Skull Detectives
Saturday, May 24, 2025
/ 6:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
Most of us are familiar with the wildlife seen in Queen Wilhelmina State Park, but do you recognize the animal from only its skull? Each skull gives a set of clues to figure out what animal it is.…
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