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Arkansas State Parks Calendar of Events
Arboretum Trail Stroll
Saturday, June 07, 2025
/ 7 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
Join a park interpreter for a relaxing stroll on the Arboretum Trail. We will talk about the trees and other plants that make up the unique landscape of Village Creek State Park This is a…
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Guided-Night Bat Hike
Saturday, June 07, 2025
/ 8 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.
When the sun sets, the night life at Daisy State Park begins!
Join Park Superintendent Nathan on an exciting nighttime hike about the history
of bats here. This guided hike along the Daisy Creek…
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Inching Along the Trail
Sunday, June 08, 2025
/ 9 a.m. - 10 a.m.
The little things can lead you to big adventures at Lake
Ouachita State Park! Join a park interpreter in a hunt for natural objects one
inch or smaller in size as we hike along the 1-mile red loop of…
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Birding 101
Sunday, June 08, 2025
/ 9 a.m. - 9:45 a.m.
Meet a park interpreter to learn the basics of birding then
put your new skills to the test. We will look and listen for birds during a 0.5-mile walk on the Arboretum Trail. Wear sturdy shoes, bring…
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Archeological Excavation: Guided Walking Tour
Sunday, June 08, 2025
/ 9:30 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.
Plum Bayou Mounds Archeological State Park will host an archeological excavation during the first two weeks of June, and you’re invited! This is one of the largest and most impressive archeological…
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A Beneficial Benefield Hike
Sunday, June 08, 2025
/ 10 a.m. - 11 a.m.
Experience the benefits of hiking outdoors on historic Benefield Trail. Breathtaking views can be expected on this hike. Seasonally appropriate attire, drinking water, sturdy hiking shoes,…
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Woodland Birding Hike
Sunday, June 08, 2025
/ 10 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.
The forests of Lake Fort Smith State Park offer the perfect habitat for tree birds like nuthatches, woodpeckers, vireos, and warblers. Join a park interpreter for a short hike to search for these…
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Animal Signs Hike
Sunday, June 08, 2025
/ 10:15 a.m. - 11:15 a.m.
Sometimes we don't see the animals that live at Lake Poinsett State Park because they're nocturnal or good at hiding. How else can we see signs of these critters at the park? Join a park interpreter…
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UFO: Unidentified Forest Objects Hike
Sunday, June 08, 2025
/ 10:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
The Ouachita National Forest surrounds Queen Wilhelmina State Park and is full of the unknown. Join a park interpreter as we investigate some unknown forest objects, try to decipher the clues, and…
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Delta Heritage Trail Guided Hike Elaine Trailhead
Sunday, June 08, 2025
/ 3 p.m. - 3:45 p.m.
Join a park interpreter for a 1-mile guided hike lasting about 45 minutes on a gravel surface trail. Meet at the Elaine trailhead as we discover the rich natural heritage of the area and history of…
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Highpoint Hike
Monday, June 09, 2025
/ 10 a.m. - 11:15 a.m.
Reaching the highpoint provides more than just bragging rights- it provides a sense of home and habitat! Join a park interpreter for a hike to the highest point in Arkansas. Seasonally appropriate…
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Gold Creek Hike
Monday, June 09, 2025
/ 10 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.
Join a park interpreter at the Gold Creek trailhead for a 1/5th-mile
hike to become acquainted with some of the birds, trees, and wildflowers that
live in Woolly Hollow State Park. Wear sturdy shoes…
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Soaring Scavengers
Monday, June 09, 2025
/ 2 p.m. - 3 p.m.
A bird? A plane? No, it’s a vulture! Join a park interpreter to look for and learn about these intriguing birds while picking up litter on this easy, 1-mile guided walk along the Island…
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Archeological Excavation: Guided Walking Tour
Wednesday, June 11, 2025
/ 9:30 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.
Plum Bayou Mounds Archeological State Park will host an archeological excavation during the first two weeks of June, and you’re invited! This is one of the largest and most impressive archeological…
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If Trees Could Speak
Thursday, June 12, 2025
/ 8 a.m. - 9 a.m.
We’ve all heard that the Lorax speaks for the trees, but what if the trees could speak for themselves? Imagine the stories they would share about this beautiful land that we now call our…
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Wildlife Walk and Watch
Thursday, June 12, 2025
/ 8:30 a.m. - 9:30 a.m.
Join a park interpreter at the Wildlife Observation Blind trailhead to take a quick ½-mile walk to the wildlife
observation blind. Along the way we will listen and look for any signs of wildlife.…
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Bird Hike on Sinking Stream Trail
Thursday, June 12, 2025
/ 9 a.m. - 10 a.m.
Join a park interpreter for a relaxing bird hike through the scenic beauty of the Sinking Stream Trail. Perfect for beginners and nature lovers alike, this gentle half-mile trek…
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Archeological Excavation: Guided Walking Tour
Thursday, June 12, 2025
/ 9:30 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.
Plum Bayou Mounds Archeological State Park will host an archeological excavation during the first two weeks of June, and you’re invited! This is one of the largest and most impressive archeological…
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