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Furry Facts
Friday, March 21, 2025
/ 1:30 p.m. - 2 p.m.
How well do you know the mammals that inhabit Queen Wilhelmina State Park? Join a park interpreter and find out a few furry facts!
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Microscopic Mayhem
Friday, March 21, 2025
/ 4 p.m. - 5 p.m.
A whole world is hiding in the moss and soil at Queen Wilhelmina State Park, you only need the right tools to see it! Meet a park interpreter in the hearth room before setting out on a short adventure…
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Queen Wilhelmina State Park Jenga
Friday, March 21, 2025
/ 6:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
How much do you know about the plants, wildlife, and history of Rich Mountain? Meet in the hearth room to find out by playing a game of Jenga with a twist!
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Dutch Oven Cooking Demonstration
Saturday, March 22, 2025
/ 2 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.
Cooking over a campfire or on an outdoor stove is valuable knowledge. Join park staff for a tasty meal cooked in a Dutch oven. Learn a new skill while enjoying the amazing views Queen Wilhelmina State…
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Slithering Snakes
Saturday, March 22, 2025
/ 6 p.m. - 7 p.m.
There is no such thing as a “bad snake.” Join a park interpreter to find out more about the six venomous snake species in Arkansas and what to do if you ever find yourself in a dangerous situation…
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Stars on the Summit
Saturday, March 22, 2025
/ 8:15 p.m. - 9 p.m.
What conditions are needed to view the planets and constellations in the night sky? Queen Wilhelmina State Park checks all the boxes! Join a park interpreter to take in the night sky through the lens…
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UFO: Unidentified Forest Objects Hike
Sunday, March 23, 2025
/ 1 p.m. - 2:15 p.m.
The Ouachita National Forest surrounds Queen Wilhelmina State Park and is full of the unknown. Join a park interpreter as we investigate some unknown forest objects, try to decipher the clues, and…
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Skull Detectives
Sunday, March 23, 2025
/ 7 p.m. - 8 p.m.
Most of us are familiar with the wildlife seen in Queen Wilhelmina State Park, but do you recognize the animal from only its skull? Each skull gives a set of clues to figure out what animal it is.…
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Unraveling Animal Myths
Monday, March 24, 2025
/ 11 a.m. - 12 p.m.
Have you ever been told that juvenile snakes are more venomous than adult snakes? Or has your mother ever told you that you are blind as a bat? Join a park interpreter to discuss the…
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Bear Necessities
Monday, March 24, 2025
/ 2 p.m. - 3 p.m.
Arkansas was historically known as "The Bear State" for its plentiful population of black bears. Join a park interpreter to hear about the history of black bears in the state and why they are so…
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Arkansas Wildlife: Real Life Pokémon
Monday, March 24, 2025
/ 4:30 p.m. - 5:30 p.m.
Pokemon are often thought of as having the coolest abilities and adaptations to their environment. Queen Wilhelmina State Park is home to wildlife with adaptations that rival that of Pokemon! Join a…
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Nature Bingo
Thursday, March 27, 2025
/ 9 a.m. - 10:15 a.m.
We often spend so much time focusing on the ground in front of us that we don't notice the amazing things just out of our view. Join a park interpreter for a 1/2-mile hike along the north side of…
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Pinecone Bird Feeders
Thursday, March 27, 2025
/ 12 p.m. - 12:30 p.m.
Birds eat various things, from worms to fish, to seeds and insects. Join a park interpreter to learn all about the diet of birds while we make an all-natural bird feeder for you to take home…
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Picture This: Smartphone Photography
Thursday, March 27, 2025
/ 2 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.
Use professional photography techniques to capture your memories of Queen Wilhelmina State Park through the lens of a smartphone. Join a park interpreter to learn some essential rules of photography,…
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Great American Cleanup at Queen Wilhelmina State Park
Friday, March 28, 2025
/ 10 a.m. - 1 p.m.
Do your part to keep Arkansas beautiful by volunteering for the Great American Cleanup Event at Queen Wilhelmina State Park. Take in the scenery of Rich Mountain while ensuring the park is clean for…
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Regurgitation Station
Friday, March 28, 2025
/ 2 p.m. - 3 p.m.
Many meat-eating birds, like owls, have an interesting way of dealing with unwanted parts of their food. Meet a park interpreter to dissect owl pellets, figure out what owls are eating, and learn…
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Girl Scout Day
Saturday, March 29, 2025
/ 9:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.
Join us for an unforgettable day of wildlife exploration and outdoor adventure! In this immersive experience, participants will hike scenic trails, discover native animal habitats, and learn the art…
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Furry Facts
Sunday, March 30, 2025
/ 12:30 p.m. - 1 p.m.
How well do you know the mammals that inhabit Queen Wilhelmina State Park? Join a park interpreter and find out a few furry facts!
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Rich Mountain Rarities
Sunday, March 30, 2025
/ 3 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.
Queen Wilhelmina State Park is home to several unique species that can only be observed on Rich Mountain. Meet a park interpreter to learn more about these rare plants and animals!Program may be moved…
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Nature Journals
Sunday, March 30, 2025
/ 6 p.m. - 7 p.m.
Have you ever seen something you wanted to take from the park, but knew you weren't supposed to? Nature journals are a great way to take something with you when you go, while not disturbing the park's…
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