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. Meet a park…

Are you brave enough to stick your hand into an unknown nature-filled bag and try to guess what's inside? Meet a park interpreter to try your luck at guessing what's in the bag! Come with your family…

Petit Jean, a strange and fascinating mountain with many natural wonders, but that isn’t all that is fascinating. Meet a park interpreter at the Petit Jean Gravesite Overlook to discover some stories…

Take a step back in time as you join a park interpreter inside the historic café — a space hand-built by the Civilian Conservation Corps. In this 30-minute program, you’ll learn the story of the CCC…

Join park interpreter and long-time outdoor recreationist, Joe Larson, at the Seven Hollows Trailhead to learn Keep Arkansas Beautiful principles and how thoughtful, responsible recreation helps…

Join a park interpreter in the Diamond Discovery Center, lower level to walk through the search area and learn about the best places to search for diamonds. Along the way, you’ll hear…

While Arkansas isn’t covered in snow all winter, the inhabitants of forests undergo fascinating transformations and exhibit surprising habits to survive the colder months. Stop by the Falls to…

Ranger beads are an effective tool to keep track of your distance traveled, especially while hiking. Meet a park interpreter to make your own set of ranger beads and learn how they are used. No prior…

Meet a park interpreter on the upper level of the Diamond Discovery Center to learn the tricks of the trade at this demonstration of diamond searching methods!

Join a park interpreter for a hands-on demonstration and exercise of using a map and compass. This program will allow you the opportunity to properly utilize a topographic map for better preparedness…

Has cupid's arrow missed its mark a time or two with you? Look no further than birds at Mount Magazine State Park for some great dating advice, presented by a park interpreter! The family-friendly…

At Village Creek State Park, water is powerful. Join a park interpreter to learn some of the many ways water has the power to shape the park we see today, all while creating a watercolor painting that…

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…

Have you ever wondered what a deer feels like? What about a bear? Come explore the world of animal furs with a park interpreter at the trailhead.

Learn the basics of mountain biking safety and preparedness. Discover what gear to carry and how to handle common trail challenges. Whether you're new to the sport or need a refresher, this program…

Everyone who spends time outdoors should know the 10 essential items you should take with you on your outdoor adventures. Help a park interpreter pack these essential items as they discuss why you…

Join a park interpreter to explore pelts and animal artifacts of Lake Sylvias most common mammals! Then, get creative by coloring realistic pictures of the animals you learned about!

Birds have many special adaptations that make them especially suited for the area in which they live. Join a park interpreter in the grassy area across from the visitor center to explore some of these…

Learn essential knots every camper should know in this hands-on program led by a park interpreter. From securing tents and tarps to tying safe lanyards and lashings, you’ll practice simple, useful…

How well do you think you could identify objects found in nature by using only your sense of touch? It’s harder than you think!