Hobbs State Park is dominated by forests made up of various tree species, including the now rare Ozark chinquapin. Discover these TREE-mendous providers of food, shelter, and oxygen, as well…

The choices you make when you are outside make a big difference. The Leave No Trace principles are important for all ages, but especially for girls and boys who are just beginning to experience…

Presenter Jim Warnock will focus on easy-to-do adjustments you can make in how you pack, what you eat, and how you care for the most vulnerable parts of your body whether on short hikes or multi-day…

Before or after your bike ride or hike, stop by a tabletop at the Karst Trail parking lot off Rambo Road and visit with a park interpreter about trail etiquette, outdoor safety, and Leave No Trace.…

Did you know that there are 6 species of venomous snakes in Arkansas? Learn more about the lives and behavior of these secretive creatures and how to tell the difference between them and non-venomous…

Some bumpy, some jumpy and even a little slimy, these cold-blooded creatures play an important role in nature and give us clues to the health of our ecosystem. Interact with live toads,…

Before or after your bike ride or hike, stop by a tabletop at the Karst Trail parking lot off Rambo Road and visit with a park interpreter about trail etiquette, outdoor safety, and Leave No Trace.…

Day hiking and backpacking are great ways to enjoy the natural beauty of Hobbs State Park, including on our Monument Trails. Did you know the Karst Loop camping area has 6 primitive campsites…

Spring is a great time to go birding! Join a P\park interpreter for a casual bird hike. No matter what your level of experience, we welcome anyone interested in discovering how to identify birds. This…

Before or after your bike ride or hike, stop by a tabletop at the Karst Trail parking lot off Rambo Road and visit with a park interpreter about trail etiquette, outdoor safety, and Leave No Trace.…

Did you know that there are 6 species of venomous snakes in Arkansas? Learn more about the lives and behavior of these secretive creatures and how to tell the difference between them and non-venomous…

Why is there a state park here? Join a park interpreter for a story-telling adventure about how this place came to be Hobbs State Park-Conservation Area. Discover one of the most influential spots in…

Spend a few hours paddling on Beaver Lake with a park interpreter. Learn the basics of kayaking and enjoy the spring scenery on the lake, weather permitting. All equipment is provided. Space is…

A park interpreter will lead an exploration of Little Clifty Creek along the Van Winkle Trail. We’ll catch crawdads, aquatic insects, and other creatures! Learn how they can tell us if the water…

Spend a few hours paddling on Beaver Lake with a park interpreter. Learn the basics of kayaking and enjoy the spring scenery on the lake, weather permitting. All equipment is provided. Space is…

Before or after your bike ride or hike, stop by a tabletop at the Karst Trail parking lot off Rambo Road and visit with a park interpreter about trail etiquette, outdoor safety, and Leave No Trace.…

Enjoy a leisurely 0.5-mile hike on the Sinking Stream Trail while we listen for the melodic call of the wood thrush. Learn the habits and biology of this unique bird while we enjoy an…

We will begin with an indoor program presented by Dr. Clinton Willis, who will offer a different look at astronomy called “Archeoastronomy.” He will discuss how ancient civilizations mixed both…

The choices you make when you are outside make a big difference. The Leave No Trace principles are important for all ages, but especially for girls and boys who are just beginning to experience…

Join presenter Lori Carter for a guided forest bathing walk. Through a series of mindful invitations, you’ll be encouraged to notice, feel, and be fully present with the world around you. There will…