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Nature's Color Wheel
Sunday, May 25, 2025
/ 1 p.m. - 2 p.m.
Nature is full of color, and today we are going in search for as many different colors as we can find. During our search we will discuss and explore some of the roles color plays in the natural world.…
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Night Eyes Hike
Friday, May 30, 2025
/ 7 p.m. - 7:45 p.m.
Have you ever noticed how brightly an animal's eyes shine at night? Join a park interpreter to learn how to identify an animal based on eye shine! Test your skills on a short hike as we find several…
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Nature Journaling
Saturday, May 31, 2025
/ 10 a.m. - 11 a.m.
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…
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B.A.R.K Ranger
Saturday, May 31, 2025
/ 1 p.m. - 2 p.m.
Calling all dog parents! Join a park interpreter in learning what it takes to be a B.A.R.K. Ranger on this PAW-some guided hike along the 1/2-mile Trotting Fox Trail. Then, stick around to get your…
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Paddle board Test Drive
Saturday, May 31, 2025
/ 4 p.m. - 5 p.m.
Are you curious about paddle boarding? Try your hand at this paddling sport. We have several boards available for you to try. The park interpreter will be on hand to answer questions and give you…
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Trailblazing Tales
Sunday, June 01, 2025
/ 10 a.m. - 11 a.m.
Join a park interpreter on National Trails Day to learn about the trailblazers who pioneered Bear Creek Loop Trail! As we honor the past, we'll also celebrate the present and ponder on the future,…
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Paddle board Test Drive Storm Creek
Sunday, June 01, 2025
/ 1 p.m. - 2 p.m.
Are you curious about paddle boarding? Try your hand at this paddling sport. We have several boards available for you to try. The park interpreter will be available to answer questions and give you…
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Sweet Treats at Storm Creek
Friday, June 06, 2025
/ 5 p.m. - 6 p.m.
Have you ever wanted to cook in a cast iron Dutch oven? Here’s your chance. This evening you can help a park interpreter prepare and cook a couple of tasty treats for you to try. We will cover the…
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Phillips County Children's Fishing Derby
Saturday, June 07, 2025
/ 8 a.m. - 11 a.m.
Fishing provides children opportunities to enjoy the outdoors and develop a lifelong interest. Children 12 and under will have the opportunity to fish the pre-stocked lake and win prizes. This derby…
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Lee County Youth Fishing Derby
Saturday, June 07, 2025
/ 8 a.m. - 10 a.m.
Fishing
provides children opportunities to enjoy the outdoors and develop a lifelong
interest. Children 12 and under will have the opportunity to fish the
pre-stocked pond and win prizes. Registration…
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Horner Neck Lake Kayak Adventure
Sunday, June 08, 2025
/ 1 p.m. - 3 p.m.
Horner Neck Lake is a wetland lake teeming with wildlife, making it a perfect place to go kayaking! Come see what’s flying in the air, swimming through the water, perched in the trees,…
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Labor Day Weekend: Canoe the Mississippi River
Saturday, August 30, 2025
/ 9 a.m. - 3 p.m.
Join Mississippi River State Park and Quapaw Canoe Company for a day on the Mississippi River. Everyone will paddle together with a guide from Quapaw and a staff member from Mississippi River State…
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Fall Star Party
Saturday, October 11, 2025
/ 7:30 p.m. - 10 p.m.
Discover astronomy with the Memphis Astronomical Society. This is a family-friendly event for all ages! The first part of the program will be inside to teach guests what is in the night sky.…
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