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Ride the Monument: The Story Beneath our Tires
Friday, June 27, 2025
/ 9 a.m. - 9:45 a.m.
There's more to the Monument trails at Devil's Den State Park than berms and switchbacks. Join a park interpreter to learn about the geology beneath your tires, the design behind the ride, and how you…
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Exploring Nature
Friday, June 27, 2025
/ 10 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.
Looking for an escape from your daily routine? Escape to Lake Fort Smith State Park and explore nature on a much deeper level by making connections to your natural surroundings. Meet at the service…
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Monument Trail Tabletop: Wolf Den Loop
Friday, June 27, 2025
/ 1 p.m. - 3 p.m.
Spend some time biking or hiking the Monument Trails at Hobbs State Park! We’ll have a fun photo op and trail information waiting for you at the Monument Trail parking area near the…
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Legacy of the WPA
Friday, June 27, 2025
/ 2 p.m. - 3 p.m.
President Franklin D. Roosevelt's New Deal Project created work groups during the 1930s Great Depression Era, such as the Works Progress Administration (WPA). The WPA built public…
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Nifty Nests
Friday, June 27, 2025
/ 2:30 p.m. - 3 p.m.
Just as humans live in different types of houses, birds live in different types of nests! Join a park interpreter to find out which birds live in what nests and how those nests compare to our own…
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Be an Explorer Look & Learn Table
Friday, June 27, 2025
/ 4 p.m. - 5 p.m.
Arkansas State Parks' Explorer Program is intended for young people ages 6-14 (although anyone is welcome to participate) who care about nature, history, safety, and fun! Participants will work to…
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Devil's Den Softball
Friday, June 27, 2025
/ 4 p.m. - 5 p.m.
Everyone is invited to join the park interpreters for softball. Come be a part of this living legacy! We have gloves, bats, and balls, but we need you for a game! Meet at the ball field in Camp Area…
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Mountain Songs at the Amphitheater
Friday, June 27, 2025
/ 5 p.m. - 5:30 p.m.
Join a park interpreter and enjoy one of the most beautiful views in Arkansas, as well as a few original guitar songs that highlight some of the wonderful natural and cultural resources you might…
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Critter Trivia
Friday, June 27, 2025
/ 7:30 p.m. - 8 p.m.
Compete with your fellow campers to see who is Champion of the Critters! Join Park Interpreter Andrea at the amphitheater for a game show-style trivia challenge to test your knowledge of…
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Summer Stargazing
Friday, June 27, 2025
/ 10 p.m. - 11 p.m.
Mount Magazine’s exceptionally dark skies make for exceptionally bright stars. Witness stunning light that has taken an unfathomably long journey to be enjoyed by you from Cameron Bluff…
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Nature Photography on the Monument Trails Hike
Saturday, June 28, 2025
/ 9 a.m. - 9:30 a.m.
Do you enjoy taking pictures while exploring the natural world? Then join a park interpreter to wander on parts of the Fossil Flats Monument Trail to create some beautiful photos! Remember to wear…
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Adventure Series Workshop - Camping 101
Saturday, June 28, 2025
/ 9 a.m. - 11 a.m.
Come celebrate Great Outdoors Month at Lake Dardanelle State Park and engage in new outdoor adventures. We will host a new workshop each Saturday from 9-11 a.m. Registration for each will include all…
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Ento-Roadshow
Saturday, June 28, 2025
/ 10 a.m. - 2 p.m.
Come visit Hobbs State Park for the ENTO-ROADSHOW, a travelling STEAM (science,
technology, art, and math) classroom trailer that has interactive displays from
the University of Arkansas Arthropod…
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Devil's Den Softball
Saturday, June 28, 2025
/ 10 a.m. - 11 a.m.
Everyone is invited to join the park interpreters for a game of Devil’s Den softball! Come be a part of this living legacy. We have gloves, bats, and balls, but we need you for a game!
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Monument Trail Etiquette and Safety Tabletop
Saturday, June 28, 2025
/ 10:30 a.m. - 12 p.m.
Before or after your bike ride or hike, stop by a tabletop at the Karst Trail parking lot off Rambo Road and visit with a park interpreter about trail etiquette, outdoor safety, and…
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What's for Lunch
Saturday, June 28, 2025
/ 11:30 a.m. - 12 p.m.
We have 8,000 gallons of aquariums, filled with many of the fish species found in Lake Dardanelle. Join park staff in the visitor center as they feed the fish live food. See for yourself, what’s for…
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B.A.R.K Ranger
Saturday, June 28, 2025
/ 1 p.m. - 1:45 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 guided 1-mile hike. Then stick around to get your fur-baby certified as a Devil's Den State…
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Ozark Chinquapin: Saving an American Treasure
Saturday, June 28, 2025
/ 2 p.m. - 2:45 p.m.
The Ozark Chinquapin
used to be a key member of our forests, but this tree has nearly disappeared
from its native range over the last 100 years. Where did all the Ozark Chinquapins
go? And what is…
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Marsh Mystery
Saturday, June 28, 2025
/ 2 p.m. - 2:45 p.m.
As the Arkansas River journeys through Lake Dardanelle, it continually shapes the land and creates opportunities for people like you. We have to be careful when enjoying these opportunities so that we…
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Fashion Meets Function
Saturday, June 28, 2025
/ 2 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.
The wildlife at Withrow Springs State Park have adapted to ensure that their appearance is more than just fashionable but functional as well. Join a park interpreter to learn about the different…
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