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Feel the Furs
Wednesday, July 16, 2025
/ 10 a.m. - 10:45 a.m.
Have you ever wondered what a deer feels like? What about a bear? Come explore the world of animal furs with a park interpreter at the trailhead.
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Owl's Last Supper
Wednesday, July 16, 2025
/ 3:30 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.
It's dissection time! Join a park interpreter at the nature cabin to discover the owls of Lake Catherine State Park and their special adaptations. We will be dissecting real owl pellets to take a…
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Art in the Park
Thursday, July 17, 2025
/ 8:30 a.m. - 9:30 a.m.
Memories are made here at Lake Catherine State Park! Join a park interpreter outside the nature cabin to discuss the natural beauty of Lake Catherine during this lakeside painting activity.
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Butterflies vs. Moths
Thursday, July 17, 2025
/ 10:30 a.m. - 11 a.m.
Butterfly or moth? What's the difference? Join a park interpreter at the nature cabin to find out! Participants will have the opportunity to craft their very own butterfly or moth.
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Wildflower Bingo
Thursday, July 17, 2025
/ 1:30 p.m. - 2 p.m.
Lake Catherine State Park is home to many stunning wildflowers! Meet a park interpreter at the nature cabin to play this fun game and learn all about the beautiful flowers that grow here.
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Safety Sense
Friday, July 18, 2025
/ 11:30 a.m. - 12 p.m.
With the right knowledge, you can be prepared for anything! Join a park interpreter at the amphitheater to learn how to identify some of Arkansas' poisonous plants and how to feel confident on any…
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Nature Cabin
Friday, July 18, 2025
/ 1 p.m. - 4 a.m.
Stop by the nature cabin to discover the things that make Lake Catherine State Park so special. Park interpreters will be available to give short programs; help start your explorer program or answer…
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Bat Behavior
Friday, July 18, 2025
/ 7 p.m. - 7:45 p.m.
Bats are some of the most efficient communicators in the animal kingdom! Join a park interpreter at the amphitheater to learn about these fascinating animals and have the chance to see a few.
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Match that Mammal
Saturday, July 19, 2025
/ 11:30 a.m. - 12 a.m.
Join a park interpreter at the nature cabin to test your knowledge of mammals! We will be using a combination of tracks and furs to identify some of the mammals found here at the park.
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Nature Cabin
Saturday, July 19, 2025
/ 1 p.m. - 4 p.m.
Stop by the nature cabin to discover the things that make Lake Catherine State Park so special. Park interpreters will be available to give short programs; help start your explorer program or answer…
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Snakes of Arkansas
Sunday, July 20, 2025
/ 10:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
Join a park interpreter at the nature cabin for a creative introduction to snakes! Learn how to identify the venomous and non-venomous snakes of Arkansas. Participants will have the opportunity to see…
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Nature Cabin
Sunday, July 20, 2025
/ 1 p.m. - 4 p.m.
Stop by the nature cabin to discover the things that make Lake Catherine State Park so special. Park interpreters will be available to give short programs; help start your explorer program or answer…
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Women's Outdoor Weekend
Friday, October 10, 2025 - Sunday, October 12, 2025
Open the door to all your senses by getting away and reconnecting with nature. During this three-day, two-night adventure, we will offer sessions on basic camping, hiking, introduction to kayaking,…
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Halloween in the Park 2025
Saturday, October 18, 2025
/ 6 p.m. - 8 p.m.
Join the friends and staff of Lake Catherine State Park as we host a community fall festival. This event features trick-or-treating in the campground and a hot dog and marshmallow roast. The event…
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