What would Petit Jean State Park be like without our trees? Meet a park interpreter for a short walk around the amphitheater to get to know the trees of the park, and how they shape the land around…

Did you know that there are four species of venomous snakes at Hobbs? Learn more about the lives and behavior of these secretive creatures and how to tell the difference between them and non-venomous…

Interested in becoming an Arkansas State Parks Explorer? Meet a park interpreter on the Dardanelle side of the park in the grassy area near the playground to learn how to get started! The…

Join a park interpreter at the Woolly Cabin to explore the history of the parks first settlers and what life was like in the 1800s.

Green anoles are fabulous looking lizards. Join a park interpreter to get a closer look into the remarkable lifestyles of these native reptiles and the stupendous components that makes these lizards…

Have you ever been told that juvenile snakes are more venomous than adult snakes? Or has your mother ever told you that you are blind as a bat? Join a park interpreter to discuss the…

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…

The butterflies of Lake Frierson State Park paint the skies using color and tricks of light. Join the park interpreter to learn about the science behind the diverse butterfly…

Delta Heritage Trail State Park offers miles and miles to explore the outdoors through hiking and biking. Here is your chance to start or continue your journey from the Lake View trailhead by joining…

Meet a park interpreter to discover the many interesting features of Petit Jean State Park’s eight-legged residents and hear a Cherokee legend about spiders. We will also try to find spider…

Join park staff to make a simple small bird feeder of your own while learning about the ways that farms and birds have interacted over time and the ways that modern farmers are helping…

Join a park interpreter for a special 2-hour open self-guided tour of the 1872 Courthouse Museum! Learn how Jacksonport became the county seat, what the building was used for after the county seat…

Far from just being a prop in the story of Sleeping Beauty, a spinning wheel was a common and useful piece of furniture in the homes of Territorial Arkansans. Join a park interpreter to learn how to…

The Plum Bayou Mounds site is one of the largest and most impressive archeological sites in the Lower Mississippi River Valley. Occupied by American Indians from about 650 to 1050 AD, this site is…

The American black bear relies on quality habitat in order to thrive and call Arkansas their home. Join a park interpreter to discover the day to day activities of the life of a black bear and…

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

Is it a turtle? Or a tortoise? And what is a terrapin? Meet a park Interpreter for answers to these questions and more about these fascinating reptiles. 

Ready for an adventure? Learn how to use GPS technology to find hidden treasures and discover tips for becoming a successful treasure hunter. Stop by the park interpreter's Look & Learn Table at the…

Stop by the visitor center to join a park interpreter in feeding our resident critters– snakes, frogs, turtles and more!

At Lake Frierson State Park, our favorite gardeners get to work in winter. Join the park interpreter for a 0.5-mile hike on the Dogwood Lane Trail and learn more about one of our favorite park…