Did you know that Arkansas used to be called the Bear State? Join a park interpreter for a fascinating program on the history and present habitat of bears in Arkansas. This program is full…

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…

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…

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…

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…

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…

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!

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.

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…

Have you ever wondered why a hummingbird’s beak is different from a hawk’s? Discover how different birds have beaks adapted for their unique diets. At the end, you will have the option to try the…

Join a park interpreter on a mile long hike on the Lakeside Trail. Enjoy the cool temperatures of fall and views of Bull Shoals Lake. This hike will be moderately strenuous. Please wear comfortable…

Bull Shoals-White River State Park is a great place to begin your birdwatching journey! Discover field guides and other methods of bird identification. A park interpreter will also provide tips for…

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!…

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.

Join a park interpreter to discover what animals live here at Bull Shoals-White River State Park and what their fur feels like! Learn what features the animals have that help them survive…

Join a park interpreter to enjoy the fall colors that Bull Shoals-White River State Park has to offer on a moderately strenuous hike on the Big Bluff Trail. This hike will take participants…

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!

This fall, make the beautiful drive to the Ozark Folk Center for the Next Generation Concert during Bean Festival in Mountain View, Arkansas on Saturday, October 25, 2025. You're sure to enjoy…

Taught by Bradley SpurlockTotal cost of the class is $420 and includes use of tools during class and all materials. Does not include meals or lodging. Registration is required two weeks prior to the…

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.