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Great Arkansas Cleanup
Saturday, October 18, 2025
/ 9 a.m. - 12 p.m.
The Great Arkansas Cleanup is a state-wide volunteer
event sponsored by Keep Arkansas Beautiful. Cane Creek State Park is looking
for volunteers to get outdoors for a morning of reducing litter on our…
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Rag Quilt Class
Saturday, October 18, 2025
/ 9 a.m. - 2 p.m.
Rag Quilt Class Taught by Donna NicholsIn this class you will learn some basic sewing techniques and different types of fabrics used in sewing and quilting. This is a four-hour class for beginners and…
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Discover the Yancopin Bridge Guided Hike
Saturday, October 18, 2025
/ 9:45 a.m. - 12 p.m.
Here is your chance to discover the Yancopin Bridge! This bridge crosses the Arkansas River along the Delta Heritage Trail. Experience it for yourself on a 3-mile round trip guided hike led by a park…
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Basket Weaving Workshop
Saturday, October 18, 2025
/ 10 a.m. - 1 p.m.
Join us for a hands-on basket weaving workshop where we’ll weave the story of the Arkansas Delta, using natural materials and traditions inspired by the land, water, and rich heritage of this…
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Mammoth Spring State Park "Falloween"
Saturday, October 18, 2025
/ 11 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
Join Mammoth Spring State Park Staff as we gather to celebrate Fall in the Ozarks! We'll have pumpkin carving, a bonfire, hot cider, and a festive hayride around Mammoth Spring State Park. Meet at the…
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Terrific Trees
Saturday, October 18, 2025
/ 2 p.m. - 2:30 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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Arkansas State Park Jeopardy
Saturday, October 18, 2025
/ 2 p.m. - 3 p.m.
Are you an Arkansas State Park fan? Test your knowledge about The Natural State and the parks inside with this nature-themed jeopardy! Bring your family and see who can get the most points in this…
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The American Alligator
Saturday, October 18, 2025
/ 3 p.m. - 3:45 p.m.
Lake
Chicot State Park is home to several wild American alligators and our resident
alligator. Meet this ambassador animal and learn about the important role that
alligators play in their native…
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Nature Field Guides
Saturday, October 18, 2025
/ 3:30 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Have you ever found a leaf that you didn't recognize? Or couldn't tell if the tracks you found belonged to a skunk, opossum, or raccoon? Join a park interpreter to make your own nature field guide for…
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Bat Discovery Hike
Saturday, October 18, 2025
/ 6 p.m. - 6:30 p.m.
Bats aren't blind, they won’t get stuck in your hair—and they’re some of nature’s most important nighttime hunters! Join a park interpreter for a short, guided hike to uncover the truth about these…
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Dutch Oven Dessert
Saturday, October 18, 2025
/ 6 p.m. - 7 p.m.
Discover how food was cooked in the Ozarks in the good old days. Join park staff for a Dutch oven cooking demonstration, and learn how to make an easy Dutch oven delight. Don’t miss your chance to…
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Fall Star Party
Saturday, October 18, 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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Fall Foliage Van Tour
Sunday, October 19, 2025
/ 9 a.m. - 12 p.m.
Celebrate the fleeting beauty of fall and deepen your connection to the forest landscapes that make Mississippi River State Park a must-visit every fall. Space limited—preregister at the visitor…
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Discover the Yancopin Bridge Guided Hike
Sunday, October 19, 2025
/ 9:45 a.m. - 12 p.m.
Here is your chance to discover the Yancopin Bridge! This bridge crosses the Arkansas River along the Delta Heritage Trail. Experience it for yourself on a 3-mile round trip guided hike led by a park…
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Animal Beads Making
Sunday, October 19, 2025
/ 1:30 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.
Create fun animal bead crafts with a park interpreter. Learn about local wildlife while making your own keepsake. All supplies provided. All ages welcome.
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History of the Dam
Sunday, October 19, 2025
/ 2 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.
Have you ever wondered why Bull Shoals Lake is here or why there are trout in the White River? It has to do with a building project that required work around the clock for four years and…
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"What's that Fur?"
Sunday, October 19, 2025
/ 2 p.m. - 3 p.m.
Can you correctly name the furs on our table? In this fun-filled game, try to be the first to name all the furs and learn about the animals they belong to with a park interpreter at Cane Creek State…
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Owls of Arkansas
Sunday, October 19, 2025
/ 6 p.m. - 6:30 p.m.
Owls are expert hunters. Do you know why? Join a park interpreter to discover why owls are perfectly adapted for life in Bull Shoals-White River State Park, and which ones live at the park!
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Creative Fishing Lures (Bear Creek)
Monday, October 20, 2025
/ 1:30 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.
Lots of fishermen enjoy crappie and bass fishing on Bear Creek Lake. Today we are going to discuss several of the fish bass and crappie like to eat, then you can choose the shape of the one you want…
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