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Nature Arts and Crafts Series: Pine Needle Masterpieces
Sunday, May 25, 2025
/ 2 p.m. - 2:45 p.m.
Join a park interpreter the main pavilion to create a wonderful masterpiece using natural materials such as the Arkansas state tree, the Loblolly pine! We will use pine needles to create unique pieces…
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Rabbits in the Sky and on the Ground
Sunday, May 25, 2025
/ 2 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.
One of the many wild animals that makes Lake Fort Smith State Park its home is the Eastern cottontail rabbit. Did you know there are also rabbits that live in the sky? Meet Park Interpreter…
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Sunny Life on a Glade
Sunday, May 25, 2025
/ 2 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.
Join a park interpreter as we explore how life, such as the prickly pear cactus, can survive the harsh and sunny conditions on a glade. This program involves making your own suncatcher while we…
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Archeological Site Tram Tour
Sunday, May 25, 2025
/ 2 p.m. - 3 p.m.
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…
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Mammals of Village Creek
Sunday, May 25, 2025
/ 2 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.
Have you ever felt the fur of a bobcat? Meet a park interpreter to learn about our native mammals and feel their furs. This program is great for any age!
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Woolly Cabin Tour
Sunday, May 25, 2025
/ 2 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.
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.
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Prospector Trail Guided Hike
Sunday, May 25, 2025
/ 2 p.m. - 3 p.m.
Join a park interpreter at the Prospector trailhead, on the northwest side of the diamond search area, and experience Crater of Diamonds State Park like miners and geologists of the past!…
Heart Healthy
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Dazzling Dragonflies
Sunday, May 25, 2025
/ 2:30 p.m. - 3 p.m.
Dragonflies are unique creatures that tell us a lot about the environment. Join a park interpreter to discover their characteristics and why they are helpful!
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Critter Feeding
Sunday, May 25, 2025
/ 3 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.
Stop by the visitor center to join a park interpreter in feeding our resident critters– snakes, frogs, turtles and more!
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Hiking Tips: Are You Ready?
Sunday, May 25, 2025
/ 3 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.
Are you prepared for your hike at Lake Fort Smith State Park? Do you have the equipment and skills necessary for a fun and safe hike? Meet Park Interpreter Mystina to discover more…
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In this Life
Sunday, May 25, 2025
/ 3 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.
Many intriguing lives have been lived on Mount Magazine. Through a fun interactive activity, get a glimpse of some of these lives and how they have shaped the unique nature and history of Mount…
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Pinecone Bird Feeders
Sunday, May 25, 2025
/ 3 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.
Birds eat various things, from worms to fish, to seeds and insects. Join a park interpreter to learn all about the diet of birds while we make an all-natural bird feeder for you to take home…
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Letterboxing
Sunday, May 25, 2025
/ 3:30 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Letterboxing is an activity that has been around for centuries. All it takes is a journal, stamp, clues, and a compass. Come to the visitor center Orientation Room to learn about…
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Dip Net Discovery
Sunday, May 25, 2025
/ 3:30 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.
What tiny creatures are hiding in the waters of Lake Frierson? Join a park interpreter in this hands-on activity to discover and discuss the roles of Lake Frierson's macroinvertebrates. Wear clothes…
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Talk Like A Sailor 101
Sunday, May 25, 2025
/ 4 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Have you ever wondered where some of the phrases we use came from? Surprisingly, many originated from steamboat lingo. Join a park interpreter and learn how these phrases may or may not have changed…
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Wildlife Bingo
Sunday, May 25, 2025
/ 4 p.m. - 4:45 p.m.
You can explore nature at this park because Lake Dardanelle State Park's diverse habitats sustain many living creatures. Join a park interpreter at the amphitheater and discover some of the creatures…
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Grab Bag Adventures
Sunday, May 25, 2025
/ 4:30 p.m. - 5 p.m.
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…
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Don't Tread on Me
Sunday, May 25, 2025
/ 5 p.m. - 5:45 p.m.
Jackson County is home to many species of snakes but not all of them are dangerous to humans. In fact, many are helpful! Join a park interpreter to learn how to tell the difference between venomous…
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Mountain Songs on the Lodge Terrace
Sunday, May 25, 2025
/ 5 p.m. - 5:30 p.m.
Join a park interpreter and enjoy the beautiful view of Blue Mountain and Blue Mountain Lake, as well as a few original guitar songs that highlight some of the wonderful natural and cultural resources…
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Campfire Jeopardy
Sunday, May 25, 2025
/ 6 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
How much do you know about the state of Arkansas, local plants and wildlife, and outdoor safety? Test your knowledge with a fun game of Queen Wilhelmina State Park Campfire Jeopardy. Make teams and…
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