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Monument Sips and Birds
Sunday, October 12, 2025
/ 8 a.m. - 9 a.m.
Nestle into the serene beauty of the Mayfield Area and let nature come to you! Join a park interpreter for a tranquil morning of birdwatching in the unique landscape of Devils Racetrack—all while…
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Hawktober Hawk Watch
Sunday, October 12, 2025
/ 10 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.
Join a park interpreter at the Cameron Bluff Overlook learn how to help Mount Magazine State Park identify and count broad-winged hawks! Participants could
potentially view broad-winged…
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Snail Snot
Sunday, October 12, 2025
/ 10 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.
Snot, slime or mucus? Is there a difference
and why are snails covered in it? What is their purpose in the park? Join a park interpreter to uncover the slimy secrets of snails!
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Tools of Survival
Sunday, October 12, 2025
/ 11 a.m. - 11:45 a.m.
How did early Arkansans survive without modern tools? Join a park interpreter in the grassy area across from the visitor center to explore the traditional tools and weapons used for…
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"Got Water?" Monument Trail Tabletop
Sunday, October 12, 2025
/ 11 a.m. - 1 p.m.
Water is essential to have available on
your outdoor adventures, whether hiking or biking the trails. Learn how to
figure out how much water you need to take on hikes or rides to avoid
dehydration.…
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Nightshine: Eyes in the Dark
Sunday, October 12, 2025
/ 1 p.m. - 1:30 p.m.
Meet a park interpreter to find out the creature behind glowing eyes in the dark and why they glow.
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Nature vs. Nurture
Sunday, October 12, 2025
/ 2 p.m. - 2:45 p.m.
From instincts to experience, animals at Lake Dardanelle State Park learn what it takes to survive. Meet a park interpreter in the grassy area across from the visitor center to discover how…
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Secret Language of Flowers
Sunday, October 12, 2025
/ 2 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.
Did you know that wildflowers have a secret language for our pollinators? Come join a park interpreter to discover how flowers here at Devils Den communicate with our pollinators.
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The CCC Circuit
Sunday, October 12, 2025
/ 3 p.m. - 4 p.m.
Join a park interpreter for a 1-mile guided bike ride through time as we explore the craftsmanship and legacy of the Civilian Conservation Corps (CCC) at Devil's Den State Park. Starting at the…
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Hawktober Hawk Watch
Sunday, October 12, 2025
/ 3 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.
Join a park interpreter at the Cameron Bluff Overlook learn how to help Mount Magazine State Park identify and count broad-winged hawks! Participants could
potentially view broad-winged…
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Lake Fort Smith Furbearers
Sunday, October 12, 2025
/ 3 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.
Have you ever felt the fur of a fox? How about a bobcat? Join a park interpreter to touch some real furs and find out about the furry mammals of Lake Fort Smith State Park.
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Dutch Oven Cooking Look & Learn Table
Sunday, October 12, 2025
/ 4 p.m. - 4:45 p.m.
Curious about cast iron cooking? Stop by our Dutch Oven Look & Learn Table in the visitor center to see Dutch ovens up close, explore how they work, and discover how people have used them for…
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Mountain Songs on the Lodge Terrace
Sunday, October 12, 2025
/ 5 p.m. - 5:30 p.m.
Join a park interpreter and enjoy the beautiful view of Blue Mountain and Blue Mountain Lake, as well as a few original guitar songs that highlight some of the wonderful natural and cultural resources…
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Life in a Covered Wagon
Monday, October 13, 2025
/ 9 a.m. - 9:30 a.m.
Discover how the use of a covered wagon enabled pioneers to settle the area now known as Lake Fort Smith. Daily life was full of hard choices of what to pack for the westward expansion. Come meet a…
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Rabbits in the Sky and on the Ground
Monday, October 13, 2025
/ 11 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
One of the many wild animals that makes Lake Fort Smith State Park its home is the Eastern cottontail rabbit. Did you know there are also rabbits that live in the sky? Meet a park interpreter…
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A Walk amongst the Fish
Tuesday, October 14, 2025
/ 10 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.
Join park staff for a walk through the visitor center and look at the aquariums. Learn how to identify the many fish living in Lake Dardanelle.
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Finding Footprints Bingo
Thursday, October 16, 2025
/ 3 p.m. - 3:45 p.m.
Ever wonder who’s wandering through the woods when you’re not looking? Join a park interpreter to learn about Mount Magazine State Park’s wildlife by identifying their tracks and uncovering their…
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Under Construction
Thursday, October 16, 2025
/ 4 p.m. - 4:45 p.m.
Lake Dardanelle State Park’s diverse habitats sustain many living creatures, including animal architects. Join a park interpreter in the grassy area across from the visitor center to learn how the…
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Watercolor by the Water's Edge
Thursday, October 16, 2025
/ 5:30 p.m. - 6:30 p.m.
Join a park interpreter for a creek side painting session where water meets color! Whether you're a seasoned artist or picking up a brush for the first time, this program is for all skill levels.…
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Knot Knowing is Half the Fun
Friday, October 17, 2025
/ 2 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.
Want to know how you can make good connections while fishing at Lake Fort Smith State Park? Join a park interpreter for a hands-on knot tying
demonstration where you will discover how to make…
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