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Cane Pole Fishing
Thursday, October 02, 2025
/ 9 a.m. - 10 a.m.
Cane poles are an efficient and affordable tool for both beginner and expert fishermen. Join a park interpreter at the marina to tackle some fishing the old-fashioned way! Poles and bait will be…
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Nature Bookmarks
Thursday, October 02, 2025
/ 11 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
Do you like to read? This is the program for you! Meet a park interpreter at the nature cabin to make a bookmark out of items found in nature.
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Safety Sense
Friday, October 03, 2025
/ 11 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
With the right knowledge, you can be prepared for anything! Join a park interpreter at the amphitheater to learn how to identify poisonous plants and how to feel confident on any outdoor adventure.
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Snakes of Arkansas
Friday, October 03, 2025
/ 2 p.m. - 2:45 p.m.
Join a park interpreter at the nature cabin for a creative introduction to snakes! Learn how to identify the venomous snakes of Arkansas. Participants will have the opportunity to see a speckled…
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Owl's Last Supper
Saturday, October 04, 2025
/ 2 p.m. - 3 p.m.
It's dissection time! Join a park interpreter at the nature cabin to discover the owls of Lake Catherine State Park and what makes them so special. We will be dissecting real owl pellets to take a…
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Art in the Park
Sunday, October 05, 2025
/ 9 a.m. - 10 a.m.
Memories are made here at Lake Catherine State Park! Join a park interpreter at the swim beach to discuss the natural beauty of Lake Catherine during this lakeside painting activity.
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Leave No Trace
Sunday, October 05, 2025
/ 10:30 a.m. - 11 a.m.
Come to the amphitheater to learn how to practice the seven ethical principles of Leave No Trace and how they apply to Lake Catherine State Park. Leave No Trace helps us be better stewards of our…
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Feel the Furs
Sunday, October 05, 2025
/ 2 p.m. - 2:45 p.m.
Have you ever wondered what a deer feels like? What about a bear? Explore the world of animal furs with a park interpreter at the trailhead.
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Art in the Park
Thursday, October 16, 2025
/ 9 a.m. - 10 a.m.
Memories are made here at Lake Catherine State Park! Join a park interpreter at the swim beach to discuss the natural beauty of Lake Catherine during this lakeside painting activity.
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Match that Mammal
Thursday, October 16, 2025
/ 2 p.m. - 2:30 p.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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Feel the Furs
Thursday, October 23, 2025
/ 11 a.m. - 11:45 a.m.
Have you ever wondered what a deer feels like? What about a bear? Explore the world of animal furs with a park interpreter at the trailhead.
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Cane Pole Fishing
Friday, October 24, 2025
/ 9 a.m. - 10 a.m.
Cane poles are an efficient and affordable tool for both beginner and expert fishermen. Join a park interpreter at the marina to tackle some fishing the old-fashioned way! Poles and bait will be…
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Build a Bird Feeder
Friday, October 24, 2025
/ 11 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
Did you know you can make simple bird feeders using items found in nature? We'll demonstrate how to make one to take home! Meet a park interpreter at the nature cabin for this fun activity.
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Nature Bookmarks
Saturday, October 25, 2025
/ 2 p.m. - 2:45 p.m.
Do you like to read? This is the program for you! Meet a park interpreter at the nature cabin to make a bookmark out of items found in nature.
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Art in the Park
Sunday, October 26, 2025
/ 10 a.m. - 11 a.m.
Memories are made here at Lake Catherine State Park! Join a park interpreter at the swim beach to discuss the natural beauty of Lake Catherine during this lakeside painting activity.
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Safety Sense
Sunday, October 26, 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 poisonous plants and how to feel confident on any outdoor adventure.
Read more
Match that Mammal
Sunday, October 26, 2025
/ 2 p.m. - 2:30 p.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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Feel the Furs
Thursday, October 30, 2025
/ 12 p.m. - 12:45 p.m.
Have you ever wondered what a deer feels like? What about a bear? Explore the world of animal furs with a park interpreter at the trailhead.
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Bat Behavior
Thursday, October 30, 2025
/ 6 p.m. - 7 p.m.
Bats play a significant role in keeping the ecosystem of Lake Catherine State Park alive! Join a park interpreter at the amphitheater to learn about these fascinating animals and have the chance to…
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Build a Bird Feeder
Friday, October 31, 2025
/ 12 p.m. - 12:30 p.m.
Did you know you can make simple bird feeders using items found in nature? We'll demonstrate how to make one to take home! Meet a park interpreter at the nature cabin for this fun activity.
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