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Sunset Cruise
Friday, May 30, 2025
/ 7:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.
Enjoy a relaxing and scenic cruise on DeGray Lake! Discover the history of the lake, wildlife, view rock outcrops, and unique islands. Seating is limited—reservations can be made beginning…
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Stars on the Summit
Friday, May 30, 2025
/ 8:45 p.m. - 9:30 p.m.
What conditions are needed to view the planets and constellations in the night sky? Queen Wilhelmina State Park checks all the boxes! Join a park interpreter to take in the night sky through the lens…
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Night Owl Prowl
Friday, May 30, 2025
/ 9 p.m. - 9:30 p.m.
"Who" wants to join Park Superintendent Nathan on a quest to talk with our nighttime buddy, the owl? Meet at the amphitheater and bring your flashlight to learn a few quick interesting facts about our…
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Golf Course Safari
Friday, May 30, 2025
/ 9 p.m. - 10 p.m.
Tonight, we’ll take a caravan of golf carts out in search of nocturnal animals. Be sure to bring a flashlight! Space is limited and reservations are required. Reservations can be made beginning noon…
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Diamond Mining 101
Saturday, May 31, 2025
/ 10 a.m. - 10:15 a.m.
Meet a park interpreter in the Diamond Discovery Center to learn the tricks of the trade at this demonstration of diamond searching methods!
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Journey of a Water Drop
Saturday, May 31, 2025
/ 10 a.m. - 10:45 a.m.
Join us as we explore the incredible adventure of a water droplet, from its humble beginnings to its grand destination. Through engaging activities and hands-on experiments, participants will learn…
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Introduction To Geocaching
Saturday, May 31, 2025
/ 10 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.
Do you enjoy puzzles and spending time in the outdoors? If so, bring your food/snack and join a park interpreter to discover how you can start geocaching today! Learn the basics of geocaching and try…
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Drops In The Bucket
Saturday, May 31, 2025
/ 10:45 a.m. - 11 a.m.
Join us for the family-friendly "Drops In the Bucket" program, inspired by Project WET! Through fun, interactive activities, learn about water conservation and the significance of Lake Ouachita.…
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Skull Detectives
Saturday, May 31, 2025
/ 1 p.m. - 2 p.m.
Most of us are familiar with the wildlife seen in Queen Wilhelmina State Park, but do you recognize the animal from only its skull? Each skull gives a set of clues to figure out what animal it is.…
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Diamond Mining 101
Saturday, May 31, 2025
/ 1:30 p.m. - 1:45 p.m.
Meet a park interpreter in the Diamond Discovery Center to learn the tricks of the trade at this demonstration of diamond searching methods!
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Turtle Talk
Saturday, May 31, 2025
/ 1:30 p.m. - 2 p.m.
Daisy State Park provides diverse habitats for all types of species large and small. Join the park superintendent and staff at the visitor center as to discover some of the smaller…
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Crater of Diamonds JEOPARDY!
Saturday, May 31, 2025
/ 2 p.m. - 2:45 p.m.
Queue the theme music, we are playing JEOPARDY! See if you have what it takes to outwit your fellow competitors in this battle of the brains. Play as a team or an individual to find the questions to…
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Get Hooked on Fishing
Saturday, May 31, 2025
/ 2 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.
Have you ever thought about learning to fish but you’re not
sure where to start? Join a park interpreter to learn about a few of the fish
you could catch in DeGray Lake as well as…
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Pop Can Fishing
Saturday, May 31, 2025
/ 3 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.
Forgot your fishing pole? No problem! Join a park interpreter to discover an innovative way to fish on a whim. All you will need to bring is a soda can, and we will show you the rest. Drinks can be…
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UFO: Unidentified Forest Objects Hike
Saturday, May 31, 2025
/ 4 p.m. - 5 p.m.
The Ouachita National Forest surrounds Queen Wilhelmina State Park and is full of the unknown. Join a park interpreter as we investigate some unknown forest objects, try to decipher the clues, and…
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Arkansas Wildlife: Real Life Pokémon
Saturday, May 31, 2025
/ 7 p.m. - 8 p.m.
Pokemon are often thought of as having the coolest abilities and adaptations to their environment. Queen Wilhelmina State Park is home to wildlife with adaptations that rival that of Pokemon! Join a…
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Sunset Cruise
Saturday, May 31, 2025
/ 7:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.
Enjoy a relaxing and scenic cruise on DeGray Lake! Discover the history of the lake, wildlife, view rock outcrops, and unique islands. Seating is limited—reservations can be made beginning…
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Campfire Trivia
Saturday, May 31, 2025
/ 9 p.m. - 10 p.m.
Join a park interpreter around the campfire for several rounds of trivia and marshmallow roasting. Bring your nature questions! Marshmallows and roasting sticks are provided on a first-come,…
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Regurgitation Station (Amphitheater)
Sunday, June 01, 2025
/ 10 a.m. - 10:45 a.m.
Are you inquisitive and brave? If so, try to stomach this fascinating, hands-on activity. We’ll search for clues to solve the mystery of an owl’s last supper by dissecting an owl pellet. All…
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Bear Necessities
Sunday, June 01, 2025
/ 12:30 p.m. - 1:30 p.m.
Arkansas was historically known as "The Bear State" for its plentiful population of black bears. Join a park interpreter to hear about the history of black bears in the state and why they are so…
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