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Lake Cruise
Wednesday, May 07, 2025
/ 10 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
Sign up in advance for a relaxing cruise on Bull Shoals Lake. Sit back and enjoy the breezes as we explore this fascinating Ozark region and learn how the construction of the dam shaped both the…
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Make a Rose Bead Necklace from Rose Petals
Friday, May 09, 2025
/ 10 a.m. - 12 p.m.
Taught By Sherry Mitchell *** Click Here for more information or to register. ***We will delve into the beginnings of rose beads in this four hour workshop. There are rose bead necklaces in…
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Bird Names and Bird Games
Friday, May 09, 2025
/ 11 a.m. - 12 p.m.
Do you think you could name all 424 bird species that we find in Arkansas? Beginning birders may be intimidated by the vast number of birds to be remembered. Thankfully, the names of birds often help…
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Fish Feeding
Friday, May 09, 2025
/ 11 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
Come see the fish feast! It is very entertaining and quite interesting to watch the feeding habits of fish, like a bass striking at a worm or minnow. Gather around the fish tanks and enjoy the show.
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Mammals of Arkansas
Friday, May 09, 2025
/ 2 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.
Meet a park interpreter and learn about some of the mammals that make their home here at Bull Shoals-White River State Park.
You might find that they’re more like us than you think.
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Birding 101
Friday, May 09, 2025
/ 2 p.m. - 2:45 p.m.
Meet a park interpreter to learn the basics of birding then
put your new skills to the test. We will look and listen for birds during a 0.5-mile walk on the Arboretum Trail. Wear sturdy shoes, bring…
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Spring Snapshots
Friday, May 09, 2025
/ 2 p.m. - 3 p.m.
You can share special moments on the trail this spring at Lake Frierson State Park. Join the park interpreter on a hike along the 0.5-mile Dogwood Lane Trail for the Spring Snapshot challenge!…
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"Sense"-able Hike
Friday, May 09, 2025
/ 4 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.
When is the last time you stopped to watch a bird land in a tree? What about stopped to smell a cedar tree? Join a park interpreter to spend time outdoors and use all of your senses on…
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CSI: Campground Scene Investigation
Friday, May 09, 2025
/ 7 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
Have you ever found tracks and wondered what animal made them? Join a park interpreter and learn how to identify animals found in our park by the evidence they leave behind.
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Pollinators and their 'Buds'
Friday, May 09, 2025
/ 7 p.m. - 7:45 p.m.
Join a park interpreter to learn about the wildflowers and pollinators of Village Creek State Park, then create a paper flower memento. This program is fun for the whole family.
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Frog Calls
Friday, May 09, 2025
/ 8 p.m. - 9 p.m.
Do you ever listen to the frogs call? We have 25 species of frogs and toads in Arkansas and we have 11 at Lake Poinsett State Park! Join a park interpreter and learn how to call for frogs and how to…
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Great American Cleanup
Saturday, May 10, 2025
The Great American Cleanup is a nation-wide community improvement effort aimed at removing trash and debris from our parks, roadsides, and waterways. Help keep Lake Frierson State Park clean and…
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Birding Basics
Saturday, May 10, 2025
/ 9 a.m. - 10 a.m.
Birding is a great way to tune in to the sounds and sights of Lake Frierson State Park. Join the park interpreter to learn more about birding and how you can get started with this fun hobby. After…
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Camouflage: Blending in to Stay Alive
Saturday, May 10, 2025
/ 9 a.m. - 9:30 a.m.
Camouflage is an important survival strategy in the animal kingdom. Whether animals are hunting for their meal or trying to avoid being eaten, blending into their environment is important!…
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Herbal Apothecary Workshop
Saturday, May 10, 2025
/ 9 a.m. - 3 p.m.
Herbal Apothecary WorkshopTaught by Linda Odom *** Click Here for more information or to register ***Explore the amazing world of herbs! In this class, you will be making a tincture, an herbal salve,…
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Community Appreciation Day
Saturday, May 10, 2025
/ 10 a.m. - 3 p.m.
Join us at the welcome center to celebrate National Tourism week. The fun begins at 10 a.m. and includes free balloons, door prizes, refreshments and more! The event lasts until 3 p.m.
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Bird Eggs Hide and Seek
Saturday, May 10, 2025
/ 10 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.
There’s more to bird eggs than meets the eye. Join a park interpreter for an exploration of the unexpected function of bird eggs.
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Discovery Hike
Saturday, May 10, 2025
/ 10:15 a.m. - 11:15 a.m.
Join a park interpreter for an easy hike down the Pale Wood Trail where we will discover what nature has in store. Feel free to bring binoculars, field guides, and your nature questions! Closed-toe…
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Getting to Know Your Sewing Machine
Saturday, May 10, 2025
/ 2 p.m. - 4 p.m.
Getting to Know Your Sewing Machine ClassTaught by Donna Nichols *** Click Here for more information or to register *** Bring your own sewing machine to this two hour class and learn how to clean,…
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Kayak Tour
Saturday, May 10, 2025
/ 2 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.
Join a park interpreter at the fishing pier next to the boat ramp (within the park) for a kayak tour (weather permitting). Your guide will discuss kayaking basics, and you will get to experience Lake…
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