Girl Scouts, come search for tracks, scat, and other animal signs on a guided 1-mile hike. Wear sturdy shoes, bring water and insect repellent. #GSLoveStateParks

Girl Scouts, get in touch with nature as you create your own natural candle to take home. Supplies provided. #GSLoveStateParks

Frogs and toads lead a double life. They begin as aquatic tadpoles and polliwogs living and breathing underwater, and then transform into land-dwelling insect-eating machines throughout Mississippi…

Nature journaling is a great way to remember what you have seen, increase observational skills, relax, or just be creative. It is also open to anyone of any age. All ages can find journaling a great…

Lake Ouachita's immense size, pristine shoreline, and numerous islands offer breathtaking scenery that is unparalleled in the state. Enjoy a tour with a park interpreter as you explore the wildlife,…

Lake Ouachita's immense size, pristine shoreline, and numerous islands offer breathtaking scenery that is unparalleled in the state. Enjoy a tour with a park interpreter as you explore the wildlife,…

Join a park volunteer to observe dragonflies and damselflies and learn about their incredible aerial skills.

How familiar are you with the fish that live in the lakes and rivers of Mississippi River State Park? Stop by to test your skills at identifying some of the fish that are found in these bodies of…

Evenings are often a good time for a quick orientation to the park. Join a park interpreter to get acquainted with the park and become a bat ambassador! Don’t forget to bring your…

Birds ranging in size from the large Bald Eagle all the way to the tiny sparrows make their homes at Mississippi River State Park. Have you ever wondered if these different kinds of birds make…

In the 1800s people depended on native plants to provide a wide variety of food, medicine, tools and other necessities. Many of these plants are still found on Crowley's Ridge today. Join a park…

Awaken your senses and ignite your spirit with Mississippi River State Park's campfire and coffee. Join a park interpreter for a cozy and invigorating retreat where the simplicity of nature meets the…

Surrounded by forest, Mississippi River State Park is perfect for viewing the night sky. Join a park interpreter to create your very own night sky lantern! Participants are encouraged to bring their…

Bring your bike and ride the scenic Trotting Fox Trail with a park interpreter. Learn trail etiquette and tips for safe biking while exploring the beauty of Crowley's Ridge. Helmets required.

The Great Arkansas Cleanup is a state-wide volunteer event sponsored by Keep Arkansas Beautiful. Volunteers are invited to help clean up roadways, shorelines, and trails. Meet at the visitor…

Today we will have skulls from members of different classes of animals for you to compare and contrast. A park interpreter is available to help you discover what class of animal the various skulls…

Join a park interpreter for a lakeside painting session where water meets color! Whether you're a seasoned artist or picking up a brush for the first time, this program is for all skill levels.…

Lake Ouachita's immense size, pristine shoreline, and numerous islands offer breathtaking scenery that is unparalleled in the state. Enjoy a tour with a park interpreter as you explore the wildlife,…

Lake Ouachita's immense size, pristine shoreline, and numerous islands offer breathtaking scenery that is unparalleled in the state. Enjoy a tour with a park interpreter as you explore the wildlife,…

The Ouachita National Forest provides a protective zone for wildlife around the lake. Meet a park interpreter at the Dogwood trailhead to take a guided 1/2-mile hike and discover the…