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Fish Feeding
Friday, September 26, 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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Silent Invaders
Friday, September 26, 2025
/ 2 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.
The natural resources at Bull Shoals-White River State Park are being threatened by an army of silent invaders! Discover what these are and how they could potentially impact our park. Learn…
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Birding 101
Friday, September 26, 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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Guess That Critter!
Friday, September 26, 2025
/ 3 p.m. - 4 p.m.
How much do you know, or think you know, about the critters that make Jacksonport State Park their home? From mammals to birds to reptiles, this is a chance to hone your cognitive skills with other…
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Songbird Symphony
Friday, September 26, 2025
/ 4 p.m. - 4:45 p.m.
Village Creek State Park’s diverse birds create a symphony of bird songs for our enjoyment! Join a park interpreter at the amphitheater to learn more about the birds in this symphony, quick tips for…
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Terrific Trees
Friday, September 26, 2025
/ 4 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.
At Bull Shoals-White River State Park, you are never far from a tree. Do you know how to identify any of the trees you see? Join a park interpreter to discover some methods for identifying…
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Bug Builders: Insect Collecting and Pinning
Friday, September 26, 2025
/ 4 p.m. - 5 p.m.
Get up close with the tiny world of insects! In this hands-on program, young naturalists will learn how to safely collect, observe, and preserve real insects found right here in the park. We’ll…
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Where the Rivers Meet
Friday, September 26, 2025
/ 5 p.m. - 5:45 p.m.
The confluence of the Black and White Rivers have shaped the past
and will shape the future of Jacksonport State Park and the surrounding area. Join
a park interpreter to
learn about "stewardship" and…
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Ozark Chinquapins
Friday, September 26, 2025
/ 7 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
Meet a park interpreter and learn the story of the Ozark chinquapin! Find out some interesting facts about this tree, its importance to the region, and see for yourself the restoration efforts…
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Nighttime Critters Night Hike
Friday, September 26, 2025
/ 7 p.m. - 8 p.m.
Most of the critters living at Lake Poinsett State Park are nocturnal and only come out at night. Join a park interpreter to discuss these nighttime critter calls, behaviors, and how to spot them…
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Fired Up for New Memories
Friday, September 26, 2025
/ 7:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.
Great memories begin with a spark. Make new memories as you join a park interpreter to learn both traditional and creative ways of starting a campfire. Guests are encouraged to dress for the weather…
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Owl Prowl: Nocturnal Superheroes
Friday, September 26, 2025
/ 8 p.m. - 9 p.m.
When we peek into the darkness, the superpowers of nocturnal animals come into the light! Join a park interpreter at the amphitheater to learn about Village Creek State Park’s diverse owls and the…
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Great Arkansas Cleanup
Saturday, September 27, 2025
/ 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Join us for the Great Arkansas Cleanup, a statewide effort to keep our parks, roadsides, and waterways clean and beautiful! Help us keep Lake Frierson State Park litter-free while enjoying some of…
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Scales, Tails and Survival Tools
Saturday, September 27, 2025
/ 9 a.m. - 9:30 a.m.
Join us to discover how snakes survive without legs! Learn about their amazing adaptations, then build your own custom snake designed for life in the wild. Fun, hands-on, and perfect for children ages…
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Herbal Apothecary Workshop
Saturday, September 27, 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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Butterfly Craft
Saturday, September 27, 2025
/ 10 a.m. - 11 a.m.
Butterflies love the flowers here at Parkin Archeological State Park and we have a great kid's craft to honor them. Come make your own flapping butterfly! All materials will be provided.
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Erosion in Motion: Protecting Lake Frierson’s Shoreline
Saturday, September 27, 2025
/ 10 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.
Discover how wind, water, and footsteps shape Lake Frierson State Park’s landscape. Through hands-on soil experiments and a short hike, learn how erosion happens and how we can protect the park’s…
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Feeling Froggy!
Saturday, September 27, 2025
/ 10 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.
Visit with a park interpreter to learn more about the wonderful world of frogs and toads. How are they the same, and what are their differences? Frogs help control the insect population and are a good…
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Creative Pottery
Saturday, September 27, 2025
/ 10 a.m. - 11 a.m.
Hampson Archeological Museum State Park interprets a civilization that created art in many ways. One of those works of art is in the form of pottery. Join us as we learn the native way of creating…
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Sounds of the Night
Saturday, September 27, 2025
/ 10:15 a.m. - 11:15 a.m.
Have you ever been outside and heard a weird noise? Have you ever been camping and heard something you couldn't explain? There are plenty of nocturnal animals in our park that make all sorts of…
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