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Kayaking 101
Sunday, June 01, 2025
/ 1 p.m. - 3 p.m.
Introduce yourself to the beautiful world of solo kayaking. A certified guide will instruct you on all the skills needed to safely navigate the beautiful still waters of Lake Sylvia. Instruction…
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Women in the Woods: Sunset Kayak Cruise
Sunday, June 01, 2025
/ 7 p.m. - 9 p.m.
Treat yourself to a relaxing sunset paddle at Lake Frierson State Park. Join park interpreters, old friends and new, for an evening guided kayak cruise of Lake Frierson, a lake surrounded entirely by…
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Kayak Koving
Wednesday, June 04, 2025
/ 10 a.m. - 12 p.m.
Kayaking gives you the opportunity to interact with Lake Ouachita in a fun and engaging way. Join a park interpreter as we paddle out to explore nearby coves. Kayaks, paddles and…
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Lake Chicot Sunset Kayaking
Wednesday, June 04, 2025
/ 7 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.
The sunset at Lake Chicot State Park is exceptional, but the sunset from a kayak on Lake Chicot is an experience you won't soon forget. Join the park interpreter to view the beauty of Lake Chicot…
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Kayak Test Drive
Thursday, June 05, 2025
/ 9 a.m. - 10 a.m.
Join a park interpreter at the kayak beach near the visitor center to take one of the park’s kayaks out for a test drive. This is a perfect opportunity for those who want to try kayaking but don’t…
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Lake Chicot Sunset Kayaking
Thursday, June 05, 2025
/ 7 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.
The sunset at Lake Chicot State Park is exceptional, but the sunset from a kayak on Lake Chicot is an experience you won't soon forget. Join the park interpreter to view the beauty of Lake Chicot…
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Birding on Beaver Lake Kayak Tour
Friday, June 06, 2025
/ 9 a.m. - 11 a.m.
Join
our park interpreters and spend the morning birding from inside a kayak. Learn
the basics of kayaking and enjoy the spring scenery on the lake, weather
permitting. All equipment is provided.…
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Kayak Tour
Saturday, June 07, 2025
/ 2 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.
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…
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Horner Neck Lake Kayak Adventure
Sunday, June 08, 2025
/ 1 p.m. - 3 p.m.
Horner Neck Lake is a wetland lake teeming with wildlife, making it a perfect place to go kayaking! Come see what’s flying in the air, swimming through the water, perched in the trees,…
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Kayak Koving
Wednesday, June 11, 2025
/ 2 p.m. - 4 p.m.
Kayaking gives you the opportunity to interact with Lake Ouachita in a fun and engaging way. Join a park interpreter as we paddle out to explore nearby coves. Kayaks, paddles and…
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Paddle and Play at the Falls
Wednesday, June 11, 2025
/ 3 p.m. - 5 p.m.
Experience Lake Catherine State Park in a new way! Join a park interpreter for Paddle and Play at the Falls, a scenic 3-mile kayaking excursion perfect for paddlers of all skill levels. Over the…
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Lake Chicot Sunset Kayaking
Wednesday, June 11, 2025
/ 7 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.
The sunset at Lake Chicot State Park is exceptional, but the sunset from a kayak on Lake Chicot is an experience you won't soon forget. Join the park interpreter to view the beauty of Lake Chicot…
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Sunset Kayak Tour
Wednesday, June 11, 2025
/ 7:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.
Paddle into the golden hour with us! Join a park interpreter for a peaceful evening kayak tour and experience Lake Catherine like never before. As we glide across the calm waters, we’ll explore the…
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Sunset-Moonrise Kayak Tour
Wednesday, June 11, 2025
/ 7:45 p.m. - 9:45 p.m.
DeGray Lake is often at its calmest during the night, and this makes for some pristine flatwater kayaking conditions. Join a park interpreter to enjoy the cooler, quieter side of DeGray Lake…
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Full Moon Kayak Tour
Wednesday, June 11, 2025
/ 9 p.m. - 10 p.m.
Experience Lake Catherine in a whole new light—moonlight! Join our park interpreters for a magical evening paddle under the stars. As we kayak across the calm, moonlit waters, you’ll enjoy the quiet…
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Intro to Stand Up Paddleboarding
Thursday, June 12, 2025
/ 10:30 a.m. - 12 p.m.
Stand up paddleboarding is one of the fastest-growing recreational sports. Arkansas is a natural fit for the sport with an abundance of clean, clear lakes and rivers around the state. Join a park…
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Kayaking Excursion on Dardanelle Bay
Thursday, June 12, 2025
/ 3 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Kayaking on Dardanelle Bay gives you a different view of Lake Dardanelle you may have not gotten before, all from the safety of your boat. Join a park interpreter for a lake excursion via kayak. Sign…
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Stand Up Paddleboarding 101
Thursday, June 12, 2025
/ 5 p.m. - 6 p.m.
Ready to try something new and exciting? Join a park interpreter for a fun and beginner-friendly stand-up paddleboarding (SUP) session on the calm, clear waters of Lake Catherine. You'll get a quick…
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Sunset Kayak Tour
Thursday, June 12, 2025
/ 7:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.
Paddle into the golden hour with us! Join a park interpreter for a peaceful evening kayak tour and experience Lake Catherine like never before. As we glide across the calm waters, we’ll explore the…
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Kayak Tour on Bull Shoals Lake
Saturday, June 14, 2025
/ 10 a.m. - 12 p.m.
Join park interpreters for a scenic kayak tour on Bull Shoals Lake as we spend time exploring the shoreline and hopefully spot some wildlife. All gear is provided. Wear clothing that can get wet…
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