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Fire Building 101
Friday, May 30, 2025
/ 3 p.m. - 4 p.m.
Campfires sit at the heart of camp outs literally and figuratively. If it weren't for them, where would we cook our s'mores, tell our stories, or simply grow closer to our family and friends? Join the…
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Nature Journaling
Saturday, May 31, 2025
/ 10 a.m. - 11 a.m.
Nature journaling is a great way to remember what you have seen, increase observational skills, relax, or just be creative. It is also open to anyone of any age. All ages can find journaling a great…
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B.A.R.K Ranger
Saturday, May 31, 2025
/ 1 p.m. - 2 p.m.
Calling all dog parents! Join a park interpreter in learning what it takes to be a B.A.R.K. Ranger on this PAW-some guided hike along the 1/2-mile Trotting Fox Trail. Then, stick around to get your…
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Knots for Anglers
Saturday, May 31, 2025
/ 2 p.m. - 2:45 p.m.
Knowing how to tie the correct knot for all your fishing needs is important for any angler. Join the park interpreter to learn 5 basic knots for all your fishing needs. All supplies…
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T.R.A.I.L.S. Guided Hike
Saturday, May 31, 2025
/ 5 p.m. - 6 p.m.
So, you've found yourself lost in the wilderness. Now what? Join a park interpreter on the Delta Woodlands Trail to learn the ABC's of what to do in this worst-case scenario. This is an easy, paved,…
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Visitor Center Explorers
Sunday, June 01, 2025
/ 10 a.m. - 11 a.m.
Escape the weather and visit a park interpreter at the visitor center! Explore our sensory station with furs of local animals, learn about reptiles and turtles, and experience many other wonders that…
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Trailblazing Tales
Sunday, June 01, 2025
/ 10 a.m. - 11 a.m.
Join a park interpreter on National Trails Day to learn about the trailblazers who pioneered Bear Creek Loop Trail! As we honor the past, we'll also celebrate the present and ponder on the future,…
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The American Alligator
Wednesday, June 04, 2025
/ 3 p.m. - 3:45 p.m.
Lake
Chicot State Park is home to several wild American alligators and our resident
alligator. Meet this ambassador animal and learn about the important role that
alligators play in their native…
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Knots for Anglers
Thursday, June 05, 2025
/ 2 p.m. - 2:45 p.m.
Knowing how to tie the correct knot for all your fishing needs is important for any angler. Join the park interpreter to learn 5 basic knots for all your fishing needs. All supplies…
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Fish Cleaning Demonstration
Friday, June 06, 2025
/ 2 p.m. - 2:45 p.m.
Would you like to begin utilizing the fish you catch as food to feed your family? Join a park employee and learn how to clean a fish and use the Lake Chicot State Park fish cleaning station. Bring a…
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Knots for Boaters
Friday, June 06, 2025
/ 4 p.m. - 4:45 p.m.
Knowing how to tie the correct knot for all your boating needs is important for any person enjoying the water on a boat. Join the park interpreter to learn 5 basic knots for all your boating needs.…
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Sweet Treats at Storm Creek
Friday, June 06, 2025
/ 5 p.m. - 6 p.m.
Have you ever wanted to cook in a cast iron Dutch oven? Here’s your chance. This evening you can help a park interpreter prepare and cook a couple of tasty treats for you to try. We will cover the…
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Delta Heritage Trail State Park Guided Bike Ride Watson to Yancopin
Saturday, June 07, 2025
/ 10 a.m. - 12 p.m.
Delta Heritage Trail State Park offers miles and miles to explore the outdoors through hiking and biking. Start your journey by joining a park interpreter on a guided 10-mile bike ride on an easy flat…
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Historic Angling Workshop
Saturday, June 07, 2025
/ 2 p.m. - 4 p.m.
People have been fishing at Lake Chicot for hundreds of years. Join a park interpreter to learn about the different methods used throughout time for recreation and survival. Then test your skills by…
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Fish Cleaning Demonstration
Friday, June 13, 2025
/ 2 p.m. - 2:45 p.m.
Would you like to begin utilizing the fish you catch as food to feed your family? Join a park employee and learn how to clean a fish and use the Lake Chicot State Park fish cleaning station. Bring a…
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Visitor Center Explorers
Sunday, June 15, 2025
/ 10 a.m. - 11 a.m.
Escape the weather and visit a park interpreter at the visitor center! Explore our sensory station with furs of local animals, learn about reptiles and turtles, and experience many other wonders that…
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Fish Cleaning Demonstration
Friday, June 20, 2025
/ 2 p.m. - 2:45 p.m.
Would you like to begin utilizing the fish you catch as food to feed your family? Join a park employee and learn how to clean a fish and use the Lake Chicot State Park fish cleaning station. Bring a…
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Trees: Stories From the Past Guided Hike
Sunday, June 22, 2025
/ 2 p.m. - 2:45 p.m.
Trees line the long path of Delta Heritage Trail State Park and have a story to tell. Here is your chance hear this story of how people used them in the past. Meet at the visitor center to join a park…
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Fish Cleaning Demonstration
Friday, June 27, 2025
/ 2 p.m. - 2:45 p.m.
Would you like to begin utilizing the fish you catch as food to feed your family? Join a park employee and learn how to clean a fish and use the Lake Chicot State Park fish cleaning station. Bring a…
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Visitor Center Explorers
Sunday, June 29, 2025
/ 10 a.m. - 11 a.m.
Escape the weather and visit a park interpreter at the visitor center! Explore our sensory station with furs of local animals, learn about reptiles and turtles, and experience many other wonders that…
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