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Arkansas State Parks Calendar of Events
Turtle Talk
Saturday, May 03, 2025
/ 1:30 p.m. - 2 p.m.
Daisy State Park provides diverse habitats for all types of species large and small. Join the park superintendent and staff at the visitor center as to discover some of the smaller…
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Turtle Talk
Saturday, May 10, 2025
/ 1:30 p.m. - 2 p.m.
Daisy State Park provides diverse habitats for all types of species large and small. Join the park superintendent and staff at the visitor center as to discover some of the smaller…
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Daisy Sunset Kayak Tour
Saturday, May 10, 2025
/ 5:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
Join Park Superintendent Nathan on 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…
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Daisy Guided Bat Hike
Saturday, May 10, 2025
/ 8 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.
When the sun sets, the night life at Daisy State Park begins! Join the park superintendent for an exciting nighttime hike focusing on the history of bats at the park. This guided hike along the Daisy…
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Introduction To Geocaching
Saturday, May 17, 2025
/ 10 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.
Do you enjoy puzzles and spending time in the outdoors? If so, bring your food/snack and join the park superintendent to find out how you can start geocaching today! Learn the basics of geocaching and…
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Turtle Talk
Saturday, May 17, 2025
/ 1:30 p.m. - 2 p.m.
Daisy State Park provides diverse habitats for all types of species large and small. Join the park superintendent and staff at the visitor center to discover some of the smaller creatures and what…
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Sunset Kayak Tour
Saturday, May 17, 2025
/ 5:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
Join Park Superintendent
Nathan 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. Kayaks are limited for…
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Guided Night Bat Hike
Saturday, May 17, 2025
/ 8 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.
When
the sun sets, the night life at Daisy State Park begins! Join Park
Superintendent Nathan on an exciting nighttime hike about the history of bats
here at Daisy State Park. This guided hike along…
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S'mores Meet and Greet Campfire
Friday, May 23, 2025
/ 7 p.m. - 8 p.m.
Join Park Superintendent Nathan and other park staff at the main pavilion area for a warm fire provided with marshmallows for s'mores for park guests to gather around and talk about the exciting…
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Night Owl Prowl
Friday, May 23, 2025
/ 9 p.m. - 9:30 p.m.
"Who" wants to join Park Superintendent Nathan on a quest to talk with our nighttime buddy, the owl? Meet at the amphitheater and bring your flashlight to learn a few quick interesting facts about our…
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Introduction To Geocaching
Saturday, May 24, 2025
/ 10 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.
Do you enjoy puzzles and spending time in the outdoors? If so, bring your food/snack and join a park superintendent to discover how you can start geocaching today! Learn the basics of geocaching and…
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Nature Scavenger Hunt
Saturday, May 24, 2025
/ 11 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
This nature scavenger hunt is a great way to explore the outdoors and learn about nature with this awesome adventure for the whole family. This activity will stimulate your creativity as you…
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Turtle Talk
Saturday, May 24, 2025
/ 1:30 p.m. - 2 p.m.
Daisy State Park provides diverse habitats for all types of species large and small. Join the park superintendent and staff at the visitor center as to discover some of the smaller…
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Fishing 101
Saturday, May 24, 2025
/ 2 p.m. - 3 p.m.
During this workshop you'll learn some of the basic techniques of sport fishing. We'll discuss the different types of equipment and bait used for common game fish caught on Lake Greeson. Supplies and…
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Daisy Sunset Kayak Tour
Saturday, May 24, 2025
/ 6 p.m. - 8 p.m.
Join Park Superintendent Nathan on 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…
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Daisy Guided Bat Hike
Saturday, May 24, 2025
/ 8:30 p.m. - 9 p.m.
When the sun sets, the night life at Daisy State Park begins! Join the park superintendent for an exciting nighttime hike focusing on the history of bats at the park. This guided hike along the Daisy…
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Morning Kayak Tour
Sunday, May 25, 2025
/ 10 a.m. - 12 p.m.
Join a park interpreter for an awesome morning kayak outing. This is an easy kayak expedition, perfect for
first time kayakers or those wanting a relaxing activity. Bring clothing and
shoes that can…
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Nature Arts and Crafts Series: Pine Needle Masterpieces
Sunday, May 25, 2025
/ 2 p.m. - 2:45 p.m.
Join a park interpreter the main pavilion to create a wonderful masterpiece using natural materials such as the Arkansas state tree, the Loblolly pine! We will use pine needles to create unique pieces…
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Dutch Oven Cooking Demonstration
Sunday, May 25, 2025
/ 6 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
Meet a park superintendent at the pavilion area to enjoy a scrumptious soup cooked in a Dutch oven. Learn the basics of cast iron cooking and how to season and care for them. Bring a cool or…
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History of Lake Greeson
Sunday, May 25, 2025
/ 8 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.
Join Park Superintendent Nathan at
Area B bathhouse on a walk to learn the history of Lake Greeson and how Daisy
State Park is supported by this 7,000-acre lake! This presentation will follow
the…
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