Ever wondered why some spider webs look like wheels while others resemble tangled threads? Join a park interpreter and discover the fascinating secrets behind the many web designs crafted by different…

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

Come see the fish feast! It is very entertaining and quite interesting to watch the feeding habits of fish, like a bass striking at a worm or minnow. Gather around the fish tanks and enjoy the show.

Learn all about the bat species that call Lake Sylvia home! Learn about their habitat, diet, behavior, and special adaptations. Then make a fun bat-themed craft! 

How do bats catch something as small as a moth at night? How do moths try to avoid getting eaten by bats? Join a park interpreter to learn all about it and play a game of bats vs. moths.

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.

Not every costume at Halloween is man-made! Drop by the Hearth Room to explore the real-life coats and coverings of Arkansas mammals. From soft furs to tough hides, you'll see what local creatures…

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…

Join a park interpreter at the amphitheater for helpful hints about slithering snakes you may meet on the trails of Petit Jean State Park. Learn about venomous and non-venomous species and how to tell…

Eagles and hawks are not the only raptors soaring overhead. Join a park interpreter to unlock the secrets of success which vultures have mastered. From eyesight and smell to teamwork and smarts,…

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! 

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…

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…

The natural resources at Bull Shoals-White River State Park are being threatened by an army of silent invaders! Discover what these are and how they could potentially impact our park. Learn…

It is not uncommon to catch a glimpse of the undertakers of Petit Jean State Park soaring over our cliffs. Join a park interpreter to investigate the life and habits of a vulture and see if we can…

Step into the past of Jackson County and discover the economic power of King Cotton. This white gold was the economic backbone of the south during the 19th century and allowed the people of Jackson…

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…

Lace up your hiking shoes and join a park interpreter for a 1-mile trek along the Lover's Leap Trail. Along the way, we'll search for mystery items hidden in the woods, and maybe a few treats, too!…

"Who" likes owls? If you do, meet a park interpreter to discover the owls that live at Lake Poinsett State Park. Then, we'll take a short walk into the woods to call some up and listen for an answer!…

Even though the bat, the only mammal capable of sustained flight, plays an important role in the environment, they have a bad reputation. Join a park interpreter to explore the bat and to debunk some…