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Girl Scouts Love State Parks: Delta Woodlands Trail Hike
Saturday, September 13, 2025
/ 10 a.m. - 11 a.m.
At Lake Chicot State Park, girl scouts can 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,…
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Delta Heritage Trail Compass Hike
Sunday, September 14, 2025
/ 10 a.m. - 10:45 a.m.
Here is your chance to learn how to use a compass and experience Delta Heritage Trail State Park. We will meet at the visitor center for an introduction and then try out our new skills using a compass…
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Girl Scouts Love State Parks: Wildlife Observation and Tracking
Sunday, September 14, 2025
/ 10 a.m. - 11 a.m.
Girl Scouts, come search for tracks, scat,
and other animal signs on a guided 1-mile hike. Wear sturdy shoes, bring water
and insect repellent. #GSLoveStateParks
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Discovery Hike
Saturday, September 20, 2025
/ 3 p.m. - 4 p.m.
What is that cool thing in the woods? Join a park interpreter to hike the beginning of the Delta View Trail and make neat discoveries along the way! The hike is 1-mile in length, bring water and wear…
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Delta Heritage Trail Guided Hike Lake View Trailhead
Sunday, September 21, 2025
/ 9 a.m. - 9:45 a.m.
Meet at the Lake View trailhead, in the community of Lake View, for a guided hike led by a park interpreter as we discover the natural world and rich cultural history of the Lake View community with…
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Arkansas City Trailhead Guided Hike
Saturday, September 27, 2025
/ 1 p.m. - 1:30 p.m.
Join us at the Arkansas City trailhead as we explore the rich history of Delta Heritage Trail State Park's southern terminus in Arkansas City. From the trailhead, a park interpreter will lead an easy…
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T.R.A.I.L.S. Guided Hike
Saturday, September 27, 2025
/ 3 p.m. - 4 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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Trees: Stories From the Past Guided Hike
Sunday, September 28, 2025
/ 2 p.m. - 2:45 p.m.
Trees line the long path of Delta Heritage Trail State Park and have a story to tell. Here is your chance hear this story of how people used them in the past. Meet at the visitor center to join a park…
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Bark Ranger Weekend: B.A.R.K. Ranger Hike
Saturday, October 04, 2025
/ 11 a.m. - 12 p.m.
On this Bark
Ranger hike, bring your pet and learn the four B.A.R.K. Ranger principles
and experience the beauty and diversity of Lake Chicot State Park’s bottomland hardwood forest. Insect repellant,…
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Owl Prowl: Horner Neck
Saturday, October 04, 2025
/ 6 p.m. - 6:45 p.m.
Ideally suited for their nocturnal existence, owls command the night skies on silent wings. Discover the incredible adaptations these creatures have developed that allow them to be predators of the…
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Fall Trail Bingo
Sunday, October 05, 2025
Hiking the trails at Mississippi River State Park is an excellent way to see the forest prepare for Fall. Stop by the visitor center to pick up your very own Fall bingo sheet to find even more along…
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Delta Heritage Trail Guided Hike
Sunday, October 05, 2025
/ 9 a.m. - 9:30 a.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 for an easy 1-mile hike on a gravel surface…
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Birding Basics
Sunday, October 12, 2025
/ 1:30 p.m. - 2:30 p.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. We will cover the basics…
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Delta Heritage Trail Lick Creek Guided Hike
Sunday, October 12, 2025
/ 2 p.m. - 3 p.m.
Here is your chance to get outdoors and experience Delta Heritage Trail State Park. Meet at the visitor center and then we will caravan in your personal vehicles a short way to the Lick Creek…
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Let's Talk Cypress
Monday, October 13, 2025
/ 4 p.m. - 4:45 p.m.
Guess what has lots of knees but no feet? Have you ever wondered about those huge, strange trees that look like giants from the Amazon rain forest? We’ll explore some of the fascinating…
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Morning Bird Walk
Friday, October 17, 2025
/ 8:30 a.m. - 9:30 a.m.
Join a park interpreter for a peaceful 1-mile morning walk to spot and listen for birds along the trail. Bring water, insect repellent, and wear
sturdy shoes.
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Possible Places in the Park for Biking
Friday, October 17, 2025
/ 11 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
Explore the park’s biking options with a discussion and Q&A session led by a park interpreter.
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Discover the Yancopin Bridge Guided Hike
Saturday, October 18, 2025
/ 9:45 a.m. - 12 p.m.
Here is your chance to discover the Yancopin Bridge! This bridge crosses the Arkansas River along the Delta Heritage Trail. Experience it for yourself on a 3-mile round trip guided hike led by a park…
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Bat Discovery Hike
Saturday, October 18, 2025
/ 6 p.m. - 6:30 p.m.
Bats aren't blind, they won’t get stuck in your hair—and they’re some of nature’s most important nighttime hunters! Join a park interpreter for a short, guided hike to uncover the truth about these…
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Discover the Yancopin Bridge Guided Hike
Sunday, October 19, 2025
/ 9:45 a.m. - 12 p.m.
Here is your chance to discover the Yancopin Bridge! This bridge crosses the Arkansas River along the Delta Heritage Trail. Experience it for yourself on a 3-mile round trip guided hike led by a park…
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