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Kayak Tour of Lake Fort Smith
Saturday, September 13, 2025
/ 9 a.m. - 11 a.m.
Enjoy the beauty of Lake Fort Smith from a kayak. Take the opportunity to observe quiet coves, waterfalls, and wildlife available from the unique perspective a kayak. Flatwater kayaks, paddles, and…
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A Life Source's Transformation
Saturday, September 13, 2025
/ 1 p.m. - 1:30 p.m.
Lake Fort Smith is a life source that has transformed over the years. Each transformation brought life and challenges to the wildlife and people of the area. Join a park interpreter to…
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Introduction to Mountain Biking on the Boston Mountain Trail
Saturday, September 13, 2025
/ 3 p.m. - 4 p.m.
Mountain biking is a wonderful way to experience the Boston Mountain Trail. Meet a park interpreter who will cover biking and safety skills that will make your ride a more enjoyable experience. After…
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A Simple Stick
Sunday, September 14, 2025
/ 1 p.m. - 1:30 p.m.
Meet a park interpreter to discover how a hiking stick can make your hike safer, enjoyable, and more memorable. We will discuss proper sizing, primary and secondary uses for a hiking stick,…
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Life in a Covered Wagon
Sunday, September 14, 2025
/ 3 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.
Discover how the use of a covered wagon enabled pioneers to settle the area now known as Lake Fort Smith. Daily life was full of hard choices of what to pack for the westward expansion. Come meet a…
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Sunset Lake Cruise
Sunday, September 14, 2025
/ 5:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
Enjoy Lake Fort Smith's history, scenery, geology, wildlife, and possible waterfalls and sunset on this boating adventure! Meet a park interpreter at the marina dock. Binoculars and life vests are…
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Senior Hike to the Waterfall
Monday, September 15, 2025
/ 9 a.m. - 9:45 a.m.
Meet a park interpreter for a hike to the waterfall on the Ozark Highlands Trail.
This trek is designed for hikers ages 50 and up who appreciate a shorter hike at a
more relaxed pace, but all ages are…
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Rabbits in the Sky and on the Ground
Monday, September 15, 2025
/ 2 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.
One of the many wild animals that makes Lake Fort Smith State Park its home is the Eastern cottontail rabbit. Did you know there are also rabbits that live in the sky? Meet a park interpreter…
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Think Like a Fish
Tuesday, September 16, 2025
/ 9 a.m. - 9:30 a.m.
Want to catch more fish? Want to know more about what fish eat and where they live? Meet a park interpreter to think like a fish and discover more about the fish that live in Lake Fort Smith.
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Lake Fort Smith Furbearers
Tuesday, September 16, 2025
/ 11 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
Have you ever felt the fur of a fox? How about a bobcat? Join a park interpreter to touch some real furs and discover the furry mammals of Lake Fort Smith State Park.
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A Better Campfire
Friday, September 19, 2025
/ 2 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.
You can build a better campfire. Whether at the campsite or an emergency situation, fire starting is a valuable skill. Meet a park interpreter and discover various methods of starting a fire and…
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Meet a Critter
Friday, September 19, 2025
/ 4 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.
There are many animals that live in Lake Fort Smith State Park. Stop by the visitor center Exhibit Room where a park interpreter has a critter for you to meet up close!
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Hiking Tips: Are You Ready?
Saturday, September 20, 2025
/ 9 a.m. - 9:30 a.m.
Are you prepared for your hike at Lake Fort Smith State Park? Do you have the equipment and skills necessary for a fun and safe hike? Meet a park interpreter to discover more about…
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Hiking Skills: Map and Compass
Saturday, September 20, 2025
/ 10 a.m. - 11 a.m.
Join a park interpreter for a hands-on demonstration and exercise of using a map and compass. This program will allow you the opportunity to properly utilize a topographic map for better preparedness…
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Senior Kayak Tour of Lake Fort Smith
Saturday, September 20, 2025
/ 2 p.m. - 4 p.m.
Enjoy the beauty of Lake Fort Smith from a kayak. Take the opportunity to observe quiet coves, waterfalls, and wildlife available from the unique perspective a kayak. Flatwater kayaks, paddles, and…
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Hike to the Waterfall
Sunday, September 21, 2025
/ 9 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.
Meet a park interpreter for a hike to the waterfall on the Ozark Highlands Trail. This trek is designed for all ages. Just bring your appreciation of waterfalls
and your ability to walk…
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Knot Knowing is Half the Fun
Sunday, September 21, 2025
/ 1 p.m. - 1:30 p.m.
Want to know how you can make good connections while fishing at Lake Fort Smith State Park? Join a park interpreter for a hands-on knot tying
demonstration where you will discover how to make…
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Hiking with Nature Sense
Monday, September 22, 2025
/ 10 a.m. - 10:45 a.m.
Join a park interpreter for a hike to put your sense of sight, touch, smell, and hearing to the test as you explore some of the natural wonders of Lake Fort Smith State Park. Meet at the…
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Nature Bingo
Monday, September 22, 2025
/ 2 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.
Join a park interpreter to play a fun game of nature bingo. As we play, we will discover more about the natural things found at Lake Fort Smith State Park.
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