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Nature Scavenger Hunt
Friday, September 12, 2025
/ 4 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Learn about nature and see a new perspective on our nature scavenger hunt! Join a park interpreter for a guided 3/4-mile hike to complete this outdoor scavenger hunt. Please wear good shoes…
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Dutch Oven Cooking Series: Campfire Nachos
Friday, September 12, 2025
/ 5:30 p.m. - 6:30 p.m.
Ready for some easy and delicious campfire nachos cooked in a Dutch oven? Join a park interpreter at the amphitheater for this Dutch oven dinner! We will learn the basics of Dutch oven cooking in this…
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Bike the Park
Saturday, September 13, 2025
/ 10 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.
Join Park Interpreter Sophia at the main pavilion for a morning bike tour of Daisy State Park. Come see the park by bike and learn more about the interesting history of the park. Please bring your…
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Introduction To Geocaching
Saturday, September 13, 2025
/ 11 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
Do you enjoy puzzles and spending time in the outdoors? If so, join us to find out how you can start geocaching today! Learn the basics of geocaching and try your luck locating the geocaches hidden in…
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Turtle Talk
Saturday, September 13, 2025
/ 1:30 p.m. - 2 p.m.
Daisy State Park provides diverse habitats for all types of species large and small. Join park staff at the visitor center to discover some of the smaller creatures and what they eat in this real-life…
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Girl Scouts Love State Parks: Intro to Geocaching
Saturday, September 13, 2025
/ 2 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.
Calling all Girl Scouts who love to explore! Join a park interpreter at the visitor center for a fun geocaching program just for your Girl Scout troop! We will cover the basics of geocaching and even…
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Kayaking 101
Saturday, September 13, 2025
/ 4:30 p.m. - 6 p.m.
Learn the basics of paddling in a kayak and take a short tour of one of the coves of Lake Greeson. See for yourself that this sport can be easy, fun, and relaxing. Bring clothing and shoes that can…
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Guided Night Bat Hike
Saturday, September 13, 2025
/ 7:30 p.m. - 8 p.m.
When the sun sets, the night life at Daisy State Park begins! Join the park interpreter on an exciting nighttime hike about the history of bats here. This guided hike along the Daisy Creek…
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Communit-trees Hike
Friday, September 19, 2025
/ 6 p.m. - 6:30 p.m.
Join a park interpreter on a 3/4-mile guided walk along the Daisy Creek Trail to learn more about Daisy State Park's tree community. Participants will discover some common Arkansas tree species and…
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Guided Night Bat Hike
Friday, September 19, 2025
/ 7:30 p.m. - 8 p.m.
When the sun sets, the night life at Daisy State Park begins! Join the park interpreter on an exciting nighttime hike about the history of bats here. This guided hike along the Daisy Creek…
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Turtle Talk
Saturday, September 20, 2025
/ 1:30 p.m. - 2 p.m.
Daisy State Park provides diverse habitats for all types of species large and small. Join park staff at the visitor center to discover some of the smaller creatures and what they eat in this real-life…
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Nature Arts and Crafts Series: Spider Sidekicks
Saturday, September 20, 2025
/ 2:30 p.m. - 3 p.m.
There's a lot more to spiders than meets the eye! Join a park interpreter at the amphitheater for a guided craft to make your own spider sidekick and learn more about the many benefits of spiders at…
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Daisy Sunset Kayak Tour
Saturday, September 20, 2025
/ 5 p.m. - 7 p.m.
Join a park interpreter for one of the most beautiful views of Lake Greeson and the Ouachita Mountains at sunset by kayak. Bring clothing and shoes that can get wet. Please sign-up in person at…
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Flora and Fauna Identification
Sunday, September 21, 2025
/ 11 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
Interested in learning more about the species of flowers, birds, fungi, and more here at Daisy State Park? Join us at the visitor center to discover how to identify the species at the park. We will…
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Fishing Fun
Sunday, September 21, 2025
/ 4 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Fishing is a great way to enjoy your day here at Daisy State Park! Join a park interpreter as we discuss what fish you are most likely to catch here in Lake Greeson. Kids are welcome to try "paperclip…
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All the Buzz about Bees
Monday, September 22, 2025
/ 11 a.m. - 11:45 a.m.
Buzz on over to the amphitheater to learn all about bees! We will explore the ways that bees interact and help our daily lives and how they help Daisy State Park. Everyone will get to make their own…
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Leave No Trace Hike
Tuesday, September 23, 2025
/ 4 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Join a park interpreter to hike along the 3/4-mile Daisy Creek Trail and learn about how you can keep your park clean and green for years to come by practicing “Leave No Trace.” We will discover the…
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Birding Basics
Wednesday, September 24, 2025
/ 10 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.
Join a park interpreter for a 3/4-mile stroll on the Daisy Creek Trail to learn the basics of
birding and begin your birding checklist today! This morning walk will be calm and relaxing while we learn…
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Introduction To Geocaching
Saturday, September 27, 2025
/ 10 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.
Do you enjoy puzzles and spending time in the outdoors? If so, join us to find out how you can start geocaching today! Learn the basics of geocaching and try your luck locating the geocaches hidden in…
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Turtle Talk
Saturday, September 27, 2025
/ 1:30 p.m. - 2 p.m.
Daisy State Park provides diverse habitats for all types of species large and small. Join park staff at the visitor center to discover some of the smaller creatures and what they eat in this real-life…
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