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Arkansas State Parks Calendar of Events
Presidents’ Day Eagle Patriot Flight
Monday, February 16, 2026
/ 9 a.m. - 10 a.m.
Spot majestic bald eagles on Mississippi River flood plains. Using spotting scopes, learn how conservation efforts along the Mississippi revived eagle populations, part of our story of resilience and…
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Diamond Mining 101
Monday, February 16, 2026
/ 10 a.m. - 10:15 a.m.
Meet a park interpreter on the upper level of the Diamond Discovery Center to learn the tricks of the trade at this demonstration of diamond searching methods!
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Nature Sense
Monday, February 16, 2026
/ 10 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.
Join a park interpreter to put your sense of sight, touch, smell, and hearing to the test as you try to guess what natural wonders are found in Lake Fort Smith State Park.
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Park Jeopardy
Monday, February 16, 2026
/ 2 p.m. - 3 p.m.
Cue the theme music, it's time to play Jeopardy! Put your Crater of Diamonds State Park trivia knowledge to use in one of America's favorite games. Meet in the Diamond Discovery Center classroom.
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Hike to the Waterfall
Monday, February 16, 2026
/ 2 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.
Meet a park interpreter for a hike to the waterfall on the Ozark Highlands Trail. This trek is designed for all ages. Just bring your appreciation of waterfalls and your ability to walk approximately…
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Everything Eagle
Monday, February 16, 2026
/ 3 p.m. - 4 p.m.
Start celebrating our nation’s 250th birthday early with a mighty and majestic, feathered resident of Cane Creek Lake. Discover how you measure up to one of the most awe-inspiring birds you can…
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Diamond Mining 101
Tuesday, February 17, 2026
/ 10 a.m. - 10:15 a.m.
Meet a park interpreter on the upper level of the Diamond Discovery Center to learn the tricks of the trade at this demonstration of diamond searching methods!
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What's for Lunch?
Tuesday, February 17, 2026
/ 11:30 a.m. - 12 p.m.
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…
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Colors in the Rocks Hike
Wednesday, February 18, 2026
/ 8:30 a.m. - 9:30 a.m.
Meet in the lower level of the Diamond Discovery Center and learn about colorful rocks and minerals found at Crater of Diamonds State Park before going on a short walk and finding some rocks of your…
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Diamond Mining 101
Wednesday, February 18, 2026
/ 10 a.m. - 10:15 a.m.
Meet a park interpreter on the upper level of the Diamond Discovery Center to learn the tricks of the trade at this demonstration of diamond searching methods!
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Tinkering for Tots
Wednesday, February 18, 2026
/ 10 a.m. - 11 a.m.
Are you ready to explore? Bring your young children to the Arkansas Museum of Natural Resources for the monthly “Tinkering for Tots” program. This activity is geared towards children ages 1-5. Through…
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Diamond Mining 101
Thursday, February 19, 2026
/ 10 a.m. - 10:15 a.m.
Meet a park interpreter on the upper level of the Diamond Discovery Center to learn the tricks of the trade at this demonstration of diamond searching methods!
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Reading Nature’s Morning Newspaper on the Monument
Friday, February 20, 2026
/ 9 a.m. - 10 a.m.
Join a park interpreter for a 1–2 mile hike as we explore the trails to discover animal tracks, scat, and other signs of wildlife. Learn how to “read” the forest like a newspaper and uncover the…
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Art in The Park
Friday, February 20, 2026
/ 9:30 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.
Memories are made here at Lake Catherine State Park! Join a park interpreter at the nature cabin to discuss the natural beauty of Lake Catherine during this lakeside painting activity.
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Coping with the Cold
Friday, February 20, 2026
/ 10 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.
How do the plants and animals survive the during the winter? Discover the answer as we discuss tactics such as hibernation and migration.
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Diamond Mining 101
Friday, February 20, 2026
/ 10 a.m. - 10:15 a.m.
Meet a park interpreter on the upper level of the Diamond Discovery Center to learn the tricks of the trade at this demonstration of diamond searching methods!
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Nature Detectives
Friday, February 20, 2026
/ 10 a.m. - 11 a.m.
Join a park interpreter to observe, study, and explore the natural environments of Hornor Neck Lake. We will be nature detectives, using our senses to investigate the plants, animals, and habitats…
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Build a Bird Feeder
Friday, February 20, 2026
/ 11 a.m. - 11:45 a.m.
Did you know you can make simple bird feeders using items found in nature? We'll show you how to make one to take home! Meet a park interpreter at the nature cabin for this fun activity.
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Adventure in the Ozarks Hike
Friday, February 20, 2026
/ 12:30 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.
Join a park interpreter for a hike to explore an Ozark mountain trail and take in the views from the Yellow Rock Overlook. The program will end at Yellow Rock, so you have extra time to spend there or…
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Legacy of Mather Lodge
Friday, February 20, 2026
/ 1 p.m. - 1:45 p.m.
Join a park interpreter in the breezeway of Mather Lodge for a tour of this architectural park gem. Discover some secrets of the past and gain insight into the undergone changes of one of Arkansas’…
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