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Wire Wrapped Bracelet Class
Tuesday, June 17, 2025
/ 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Wire Wrapped Bracelet ClassTaught by Linda Widmer*** Click Here for more information or to register ***Learn to make a beautiful sterling silver and gold-filled wire bracelet with the fine wire…
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Kayak Koving
Wednesday, June 18, 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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Summer Solstice Stained Glass Panel
Thursday, June 19, 2025 | Friday, June 20, 2025
Summer Solstice Stained Glass Panel Workshop Taught by Dona Sawyer***Click here for more information or to Register ****Make a 10" by 7 1/2" stained glass Summer Solstice panel in your…
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Sunset SUP (Stand up Paddleboarding for Beginners)
Friday, June 20, 2025
/ 7 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.
It is hard not to love a good sunset on the water. We think you will love it even more once you are standing atop the beautiful, clear waters of DeGray Lake. Stand up paddleboarding is one of the…
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One Day Taste of Clay
Saturday, June 21, 2025
/ 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.
One Day Taste of Clay WorkshopTaught By Judi Munn & John Perry *** Click here for more information or to register ***Learn the basics of creating functional mugs, bowls, vases, and other…
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Kayak and Snorkel Adventure!
Saturday, June 21, 2025
/ 1:30 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.
Here’s your chance to experience DeGray Lake to the fullest, from above and below! Sign up early for this guided kayak and snorkel adventure. We’ll paddle out to an island, snorkel along the…
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Kayak Koving
Wednesday, June 25, 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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Sunset Kayak Tour
Wednesday, June 25, 2025
/ 7 p.m. - 9 p.m.
Spend the evening paddling on Beaver Lake while
guided by a park interpreter. We will learn the basics of paddling and enjoy
the sunset on the lake. Meet at the visitor center and then caravan to
the…
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Sunset Kayaking on Dardanelle Bay
Friday, June 27, 2025
/ 7 p.m. - 9 p.m.
Lake Dardanelle State
Park is known for its stunning sunsets. Enjoy the beauty as we paddle along
some of the seldom seen shorelines of this 34,000-acre lake. Sign up at the
visitor center (479)…
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Camping for Beginners
Saturday, June 28, 2025
/ 9:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
Ever wanted to take up camping, but just didn’t know where to start? Join a park interpreter to learn the basics of camping such as tent setup, campfire building, campground cooking and other tips and…
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Kayak Tour
Saturday, June 28, 2025
/ 10 a.m. - 12 p.m.
One of the best ways to enjoy the lake is from inside a kayak! Whether it's paddling along the shoreline or exploring quiet coves, the beauty of the lake is worth a look. Flatwater kayaks, paddles,…
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Kayak Tour
Saturday, June 28, 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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Paddleboard Test Drive
Monday, June 30, 2025
/ 9:30 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.
Join a park interpreter at the kayak beach near the visitor center for a free paddleboard test drive where you will have the opportunity to try one out for yourself. Each turn will last long enough…
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Kids Clay Camp
Tuesday, July 01, 2025
/ 9 a.m. - 12 p.m.
Kids Clay Camp for students 6 to 10 years old!Taught by Judi Munn. Total Cost of Class $70 *** Click Here for more information or to register.*** This class is especially for young people ages 6 to…
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Youth Clay Camp
Tuesday, July 01, 2025
/ 1 p.m. - 4 p.m.
Youth Clay CampFor young people 11-15 years old taught by Judi Munn. *** Click Here for more information or to register. *** Total Cost of Class $70This class is especially for young people ages 11 to…
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Kayak Koving
Wednesday, July 02, 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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Old Town Lake Sunset Kayak Tour
Saturday, July 05, 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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Rag Quilt Class
Saturday, July 12, 2025
/ 9 a.m. - 2 p.m.
Rag Quilt ClassTaught by Donna NicholsIn this class you will learn some basic sewing techniques and different types of fabrics used in sewing and quilting. *** Click Here for more information or to…
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Canning Workshop
Saturday, July 12, 2025
/ 9 a.m. - 1 p.m.
Did your garden grow more
than you expected this year? Have you
ever wished there was a way to enjoy those fruits and veggies all year
long? Join park staff at Powhatan
Historic…
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Letterpress Printing Workshop
Monday, July 14, 2025
/ 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Letterpress Printing WorkshopTaught by Troy Odom *** Click Here to register or for more information ***This one day class will include basic terminology, hand setting type and plate…
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