Design your own fishing lure inspired by local fish diets. All materials provided. A hands-on craft for anglers of all ages.

Join a park interpreter in the breezeway of Mather Lodge for a tour of this architectural park gem. Discover some secrets of the past and gain insight into the undergone changes of one of Arkansas’s…

Meet a park interpreter at the Seven Hollows trailhead to discover more about the nocturnal birds of prey called owls that make Petit Jean State Park their home. Before the evening is over, we…

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…

Memories are made here at Lake Catherine State Park! Join a park interpreter at the nature cabin to discuss the natural beauty of Lake Catherine during this lakeside painting activity.

Knowing how to tie the correct knot for all your boating needs is important for any person enjoying the water on a boat. Join the park interpreter to learn five basic knots for all your boating…

Lake Catherine State Park is home to many mysterious plants and animals. Put your detective skills to the test and learn how to decode the secrets of the park with a park interpreter. This…

Join a park interpreter around the campfire for several rounds of trivia and marshmallow roasting. Bring your nature questions! Marshmallows and roasting sticks are provided on a first-come,…

Made up of the best young men of Jackson County, the Jackson Guards, Company G, left Jacksonport with great fanfare on May 5, 1861—the day before Arkansas seceded from the Union. Young and…

Have you seen raccoons during you park visit? How do you stop raccoons from getting into your cooler? Discover the answer and more!

Have you ever thought about learning to fish but you’re not sure where to start? Join a park interpreter to learn about a few of the fish you could catch in DeGray Lake as well as some of the…

Forgot your fishing pole? No problem! Join a park interpreter to discover an innovative way to fish on a whim. All you will need to bring is an empty soda can (or bottle), and we will show you…

Stop by the nature cabin to discover what makes Lake Catherine State Park so special. Park interpreters are available to present brief programs, help start your explorer program or answer any…

There’s an unseen world teeming with life right beneath your feet! Join a park interpreter in the Hearth Room, then head outside to gather moss and soil samples. Back indoors, learn how to prep slides…

Why are snails so slimy? Uncover the slimy secrets of snails with a park interpreter.

Create your own colorful tie-dye T-shirt with a park interpreter. All supplies provided in fee. Great for all ages. Preregister by Thursday 9 a.m. call (870) 295-4040.

Explore Lake Sylvia Through the lens of a microscope! Look at photos of common natural items under the microscope to guess what they are! Play the guessing game to win a cool prize. Then learn…

Join a park interpreter to learn the essentials of campfire building, including the importance of tinder, kindling, and proper structure. Whether you're new to fire-starting or looking to refine your…

Lake Dardanelle State Park has a diverse ecosystem that supports a wide variety of life. Join a park interpreter in the grassy area across from the visitor center to race through this life-sized…

From worms to seeds, fish to insects, birds have quite a menu! Join a park interpreter in the Hearth Room to learn what different birds eat and craft your own all-natural bird feeder to take home.…