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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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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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"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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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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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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Birds and Blossoms
Sunday, May 11, 2025
/ 9:30 a.m. - 10 a.m.
Join a park interpreter for a 0.5-mile stroll to become acquainted with some of the birds, trees, and wildflowers that live at Village Creek State Park. Wear sturdy shoes and bring water, a…
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Bird Names and Bird Games
Friday, May 16, 2025
/ 1 p.m. - 2 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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Wings Over the Water
Saturday, May 17, 2025
/ 2 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.
Get a chance to view the two species of vulture in Arkansas as they soar above Bull Shoals Lake and the White River. Learn interesting facts about these birds and how to identify…
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Early Birder Hike
Sunday, May 18, 2025
/ 9 a.m. - 10 a.m.
It's early, but the birds are already up. Join a park interpreter for this leisurely hike down the Great Blue Heron Trail to try and spot some local birds and other wildlife. Bring binoculars if you…
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Birds and Blossoms
Friday, May 23, 2025
/ 2 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.
Join a park interpreter for a 0.5-mile stroll to become acquainted with some of the birds, trees, and wildflowers that live at Village Creek State Park. Wear sturdy shoes and bring water, a…
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Kayak Birding Adventure
Sunday, May 25, 2025
/ 10 a.m. - 12 p.m.
Celebrate World Migratory Bird Day with a kayaking adventure on Lake Frierson! In this tour of the lake, you can discover many different species of birds making pit-stops along their migratory…
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"Sense"-able Hike
Sunday, May 25, 2025
/ 2 p.m. - 2:30 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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Women in Nature (W.I.N.)
Saturday, May 31, 2025
/ 9 a.m. - 12 p.m.
Bull
Shoals-White River State Park is excited to offer Women in Nature (W.I.N.)!
During this summer series, women are encouraged to join park staff to explore different
aspects of the park and enjoy…
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Birding Hike
Saturday, May 31, 2025
/ 3 p.m. - 4 p.m.
Join a park interpreter on a hike to look for some local feathered friends. Discover fun facts about these park residents and weary travelers as we identify them. Bring water and binoculars if you…
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Early Birder Hike
Sunday, June 01, 2025
/ 9 a.m. - 10 a.m.
It's early, but the birds are already up. Join a park interpreter for this leisurely hike down the Great Blue Heron Trail to try and spot some local birds and other wildlife. Bring binoculars if you…
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Birdy Bingo
Sunday, June 08, 2025
/ 9 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.
Bingo is for the birds! Join the park interpreter to see and hear some of the birds at Lake Frierson State Park in a feather-themed game. With a bit of luck, you’ll have all the right…
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Birding 101
Sunday, June 08, 2025
/ 9 a.m. - 9:45 a.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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Birds and Blossoms
Sunday, June 15, 2025
/ 9 a.m. - 9:30 a.m.
Join a park interpreter for a 0.5-mile stroll to become acquainted with some of the birds, trees, and wildflowers that live at Village Creek State Park. Wear sturdy shoes and bring water, a…
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Early Birder Hike
Sunday, June 15, 2025
/ 9 a.m. - 10 a.m.
It's early, but the birds are already up. Join a park interpreter for this leisurely hike down the Great Blue Heron Trail to try and spot some local birds and other wildlife. Bring binoculars if you…
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Birds and Blossoms
Saturday, June 21, 2025
/ 11 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
Join a park interpreter for a 0.5-mile stroll to become acquainted with some of the birds, trees, and wildflowers that live at Village Creek State Park. Wear sturdy shoes and bring water, a…
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