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Full Moon Kayak Tour
Tuesday, June 10, 2025
/ 8 p.m. - 10 p.m.
Spend the evening paddling on Beaver Lake with
a park interpreter under the full moon. Learn the basics of kayaking, see
what’s visible in the night sky, and enjoy the sounds of the night on the…
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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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Herb Workshop
Saturday, June 14, 2025
Learn how to make herb bundles from scratch. We are using fresh and dried herbs from the museum garden. Food allergens may be present. This is a come-and-go program.
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Introduction to Forging Workshop
Saturday, June 14, 2025
/ 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Join the park smiths at the forge for a hands-on class covering the basic operations of blacksmithing. Participants will make simple art objects and more functional objects with the…
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Pearl Stringing
Saturday, June 14, 2025
/ 9 a.m. - 1 p.m.
Freshwater pearls from the bottom of the Black River have been a large part of our local history, but what do you do with the pearls once they’re found? Join park staff to make beautiful necklaces,…
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Learn to Make Tinctures
Saturday, June 14, 2025
/ 10 a.m. - 12 p.m.
Learn to Make TincturesTaught by Linda Odom*** Click Here For More Information or to Register ***In this 2-hour class you will learn how to make tinctures using dried herbs and fresh herbs and you…
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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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Kayak Football
Saturday, June 14, 2025
/ 2 p.m. - 4 p.m.
This is a great opportunity for beginners and experienced kayakers alike to learn and sharpen their paddling skills. A park interpreter will guide you through the basics of kayak and safety…
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Stand Up Paddleboarding 101
Saturday, June 14, 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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Old Town Lake Sunset Kayak Tour
Saturday, June 14, 2025
/ 5:45 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.
Old Town Lake is a well-known landmark on the Delta Heritage Trail. Here is your chance to join a park interpreter on an easy flat-water guided kayak tour of the lake to view the sunset. Paddle…
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Kayak Stargazing
Saturday, June 14, 2025
/ 7:30 p.m. - 9:30 p.m.
Experience a night full of stars and stories from the best stargazing spot in the park -- the middle of the lake! Join a park interpreter to discover how stars have guided humans for centuries while…
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