Can you name the Cane Creek State Park creature craniums correctly? Do you know how to identify animals by their skull? There are lots of wonderful and amazing creatures that call Arkansas home, and…

Join a park interpreter for a 1-mile guided bike ride through time as we explore the craftsmanship and legacy of the Civilian Conservation Corps (CCC) at Devil's Den State Park. Starting at the…

Daisy State Park provides diverse habitats for all types of species large and small. Join the park superintendent and staff at the visitor center to discover some of the smaller creatures and what…

Meet a park interpreter in the Diamond Discovery Center to learn the tricks of the trade at this demonstration of diamond searching methods!

Discover the magical world of dragonflies and damselflies with a park interpreter. Expect to go on a short hike around the Kingfisher Trail and throughout the day use area to observe dragonflies and…

Explore the underwater world of the Cossatot River with a park interpreter! Snorkel in search of macroinvertebrates and learn how to assess water health based on our finds. All supplies provided.…

Join a park interpreter at the fishing pier next to the boat ramp (within the park) for a kayak tour (weather permitting). Your guide will discuss kayaking basics, and you will get to experience Lake…

Combine two of Lake Frierson State Park's most popular activities into one grand adventure! Join the park interpreter and cast your line out from a kayak to discover Arkansas sportfish species in…

Lake Chicot State Park is home to several wild American alligators and our resident alligator. Meet this ambassador animal and learn about the important role that alligators play in their native…

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…

Have you ever felt the fur of a fox? How about a bobcat? Join a park interpreter to touch some real furs and discover the furry mammals of Lake Fort Smith State Park.

Ready to beat the summer heat at Lake Dunn? Join a park interpreter to talk about ways to stay safe (while having fun) in and around the water! This is a free, family-friendly event and no…

Meet a park interpreter at the picnic area near the mine entrance to learn about one of the park's most useful minerals and see how many colors of jasper you can find! Regular admission to the diamond…

Join a park interpreter to learn more about freshwater diversity. Get the opportunity to “fish” for common species in Lake Bennet, as well as learn how to better protect the health of our lake.…

What's that strange thing in the bag? We often use our senses of smell, sight, and hearing to experience the outdoors, but what about our sense of touch? Join a park interpreter for this fun…

The Arkansas River creates many opportunities for enjoyment as it journeys through Lake Dardanelle. What all lives in the Lake besides fish and turtles? Well, here is your chance to find out. We will…

The "healing" waters of Three Sisters Springs had an impact on many people from the past as they continue to be important to us today. Join a park interpreter for a trip back in time to rediscover the…

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…

Did you know that wildflowers have a secret language for our pollinators? Come join a park interpreter to discover how flowers here at Devils Den communicate with our pollinators.

Join a park interpreter to make your very own nature journal. Take this keepsake with you and use it to record your future experiences in nature! All materials provided. Appropriate for all…