Join a park interpreter for some splashing in the spring! Cool off while learning about the tiny organisms (macroinvertebrates) that call Withrow Springs State Park home. Learn about the role that…

Make your own one-of-a-kind nature journal during this creative program! Join a park interpreter at the amphitheater to create a nature journal about wildflowers, animals, trees, and more. This…

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.

Many meat-eating birds, like owls, have an interesting way of dealing with unwanted parts of their food. Meet a park interpreter to dissect owl pellets, figure out what owls are eating, and learn…

The confluence of the Black and White Rivers have shaped the past and will shape the future of Jacksonport State Park and the surrounding area. Join a park interpreter to learn about "stewardship" and…

What if you were lost in the wilderness without food, water, or shelter? What if you always had a tool on hand to help you? Paracord can be the answer and is an invaluable tool in any outdoor person's…

Join a park interpreter at the CCC Hike and Bike parking area, across from the old visitor center, to take a ride in the park. Bring your own bike and helmet for a 45-minute guided bicycle tour…

Thomas Todd Tunstall was the founder of Jacksonport and a fascinating man. He made, lost, and made again several small fortunes throughout his life from his two passions, racehorses and steamboats.…

Ever wish you had a picture of something you saw but didn’t have a camera? Nature journals are a sure way to have that picture and never have to get a picture printed. Join a park…

Join Park Interpreter Andrea for a scenic wagon ride around the summit of Mount Nebo! This round-trip tour takes roughly 30 minutes and offers visitors the opportunity to sit back and enjoy beautiful…

Join a park interpreter for a lakeside 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.…

Owls are expert hunters. Do you know why? Join a park interpreter to discover why owls are perfectly adapted for life in Bull Shoals-White River State Park, and which ones live at the park!

Nature has a secret hidden side, if you are willing to search for it. Meet a park interpreter to go on a scavenger hunt and investigate what you might miss at first glance. This program is great for…

Pokemon are often thought of as having the coolest abilities and adaptations to their environment. Queen Wilhelmina State Park is home to wildlife with adaptations that rival that of Pokemon! Join a…

Join a park interpreter for a 2/3-mile round trip hike (1/3-mile each way) that includes a scenic and shallow crossing over Lee Creek. On the other side, a campfire awaits with s'mores and a chance to…

Enjoy a relaxing and scenic cruise on DeGray Lake! Discover the history of the lake, wildlife, view rock outcrops, and unique islands. Seating is limited—reservations can be made beginning…

Join a park interpreter to test your nature knowledge. Questions will range from Withrow Springs State Park history, animals, plants, and more. Think you got what it takes? Bring the family and some…

Every summer evening the lake comes alive with a chorus of frogs! Meet a park interpreter to hear their song and learn the froggy faces behind our summer serenade.   

"Who" is out in the woods? Join a park interpreter near the Cossatot Falls campground to discuss these hunters of the night and call to owls to see if they respond. This walk is 1 mile round-trip.

Discover the Wonders of the Night Sky! Join park staff and the Northwest Arkansas Astronomical Society at the pavilion for an evening of stargazing. Bring your own telescope or binoculars or explore…