Lake Dardanelle has an abundance of macroinvertebrates living in the water. Stop by the park interpreter’s Look & Learn Table at the visitor center to find out what some of our macroinvertebrates…

Join a park interpreter and journey back in time before the days of cell phones, e-mail, typewriters, and ink pens to learn how messages would have been written and sent in Davidsonville’s time. Make…

The Plum Bayou Mounds site is one of the largest and most impressive archeological sites in the Lower Mississippi River Valley. Occupied by American Indians from about 650 to 1050 AD, this site is…

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…

Lake Chicot State Park is home to several wild American alligators and our resident alligator. Meet this ambassador animal and learn about the important role that alligators play in their native…

Explore the underwater world of the Cossatot River with a park interpreter! Snorkel in search of macroinvertebrates and learn how to assess water health based on our finds. All supplies provided.…

Trees have been telling stories longer than we have. Did you know that you have the ability to learn to read their stories? Join a park interpreter to decode the secret life of trees and learn what…

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! 

Whether or not you intend to stay out overnight, shelter is important to have. Meet a park interpreter in the grassy area across from the visitor center to talk about tent set up and primitive shelter…

Access your inner artist through the process of nature journaling. Historically kept by naturalists exploring new areas, nature journals are a fun, creative way to connect with your surroundings. Join…

Hunting and trapping served an important role on the White River and contributed to Jacksonport's economy. Join a park interpreter to learn what animals were hunted and trapped in this area. Learn…

Can you correctly name the furs on our table? In this fun-filled game, try to be the first to name all the furs and learn about the animals they belong to with a park interpreter at Cane Creek State…

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…

Snakes share the trails with hikers at Lake Frierson State Park. Join the park interpreter (and scaly friend) to discover the importance of snakes to the park. Become a snake detective and sleuth out…

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.…

Arkansas’ climate makes it a perfect year-round home for our slithering friends. Join Park Interpreter Haley to learn about some of the snake species that call Withrow Springs State Park home. You…

Meet the park interpreters for a fun, family game of softball – Petit Jean style. We have some softball equipment, but if you have your own bring it out and join us.

Have you heard that baby snakes are more dangerous than adults? Or been told you're "blind as a bat?” Join a park interpreter to explore the truth behind common animal myths, including some you may…

Turtles wear their life stories on their sleeve (and on their shell). Put your detective skills to the test and join the park interpreter and their shelled friend in exploring some of the stories…

"Water" your plans on the river this summer? Join a park interpreter to learn how to keep the fun going by taking some simple steps to avoid common water hazards.