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Monument Sips and Birds
                                    Friday, October 31, 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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        Secret Language of Flowers
                                    Friday, October 31, 2025
                                            / 12 p.m. - 12:30 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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        Campground Wildlife Look & Learn Table
                                    Friday, October 31, 2025
                                            / 2 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.
                                                
            
                                                                            The diverse habitats in and around Lake Dardanelle State Park create many opportunities to spot wildlife. The wildlife you encounter while camping may even be one of the most memorable parts of your…
                            
                        
            
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        Skull Sleuth
                                    Friday, October 31, 2025
                                            / 3 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.
                                                
            
                                                                            What does the shape of an animal’s skull tell you about that animal? Solve the mystery with a park interpreter as we become skull sleuths! 
                            
                        
            
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        Hawktober Hawk Watch
                                    Friday, October 31, 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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        Spider Hider
                                    Friday, October 31, 2025
                                            / 4 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.
                                                
            
                                                                            What has eight legs and eats bugs? Discover some of the fascinating things spiders do. Learn how they make their homes, find food, and even which ones are dangerous to us. Join a park interpreter in…
                            
                        
            
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        Mountain Songs at the Amphitheater
                                    Friday, October 31, 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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        The Moth Stop
                                    Friday, October 31, 2025
                                            / 6:30 p.m. - 7 p.m.
                                                
            
                                                                            When the sun sets, Mount Magazine State Park comes alive with fluttering wings! Join a park interpreter at a glowing moth cloth to meet the hidden pollinators of the night and discover their…
                            
                        
            
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        What's for Lunch
                                    Saturday, November 01, 2025
                                            / 6:30 a.m. - 7 a.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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        Corn Husk Figurines
                                    Saturday, November 01, 2025
                                            / 9 a.m. - 9:45 a.m.
                                                
            
                                                                            Exploration, opportunity, and progress forged the culture that you find here today. Join a park interpreter in the Lakeview Room of the visitor center to learn about an early toy that was made by the…
                            
                        
            
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        West End Wander
                                    Saturday, November 01, 2025
                                            / 10 a.m. - 12 p.m.
                                                
            
                                                                            Have you ever wanted to wander the woods of Mount Magazine? Join a park interpreter as you explore interesting sandstone structures, both natural and human-made, on the west end of Mount Magazine…
                            
                        
            
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        Hiking Basics and Monument Trails
                                    Saturday, November 01, 2025
                                            / 10 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.
                                                
            
                                                                            Did you know that the Monument Trails can also be used for hiking? But which one should you pick for an adventure? Join a park interpreter to learn how to pick the best trail for you and your family,…
                            
                        
            
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        Map Reading Basics
                                    Saturday, November 01, 2025
                                            / 11 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
                                                
            
                                                                            GPS is a handy tool to use getting from one place to another, but what if you are in an area where your GPS does not work? How do you navigate? With a
map and a compass! Join a park interpreter to…
                            
                        
            
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        Cherokee Clay Creations: Make a Pinch Pot
                                    Saturday, November 01, 2025
                                            / 11 a.m. - 12 p.m.
                                                
            
                                                                            Before Arkansas became a state, Cherokee families in this region crafted pottery by hand using local clay. Join a park interpreter to learn about this tradition and make your own small clay vessel to…
                            
                        
            
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        Osage Ribbonwork
                                    Saturday, November 01, 2025
                                            / 2 p.m. - 3 p.m.
                                                
            
                                                                            Ribbonwork is a vibrant and meaningful tradition in Osage culture, used to decorate clothing and express identity. Join a park interpreter to discover the history and symbolism behind Osage…
                            
                        
            
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        Finding Footprints Bingo
                                    Saturday, November 01, 2025
                                            / 2 p.m. - 2:45 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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        Choctaw Beadwork
                                    Saturday, November 01, 2025
                                            / 4 p.m. - 5 p.m.
                                                
            
                                                                            Beadwork has long been a meaningful form of cultural expression for the Choctaw people. Join a park interpreter to explore traditional designs, learn about the history and symbolism behind them, and…
                            
                        
            
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        Grab Bag Adventures
                                    Saturday, November 01, 2025
                                            / 6 p.m. - 7 p.m.
                                                
            
                                                                            The diverse habitats around Lake Dardanelle State Park create many opportunities for discovery and exploration. Meet a park interpreter in the grassy area across from the visitor center to find out…
                            
                        
            
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        Falling for Fall Tabletop
                                    Sunday, November 02, 2025
                                            / 11 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
                                                
            
                                                                            It’s one of the best seasons in the
Ozarks with the comfortable weather and beautiful tree foliage, but what
exactly is fall or autumn, and why does it occur? How do leaves change color?
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        Venomous Snake and Tick Safety Monument Trail Tabletop
                                    Sunday, November 02, 2025
                                            / 1:30 p.m. - 3 p.m.
                                                
            
                                                                            These two groups of creatures are the most dangerous that you could encounter when hiking or biking at Hobbs State Park. Discover more about these creatures and how to avoid them. A…
                            
                        
            
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