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Delta Heritage Trail Guided Bike Tour
Saturday, July 12, 2025
/ 8:45 a.m. - 10 a.m.
Delta Heritage Trail State Park offers miles and miles to explore outdoors hiking and biking. Here is your chance to start your journey by joining a park interpreter on a guided 6-mile bike ride on an…
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Nature through the Looking Glass
Saturday, July 12, 2025
/ 9 a.m. - 10 a.m.
Art can make a lasting impact. Join the park interpreter to learn about the impact a local stained glass artist has had on Lake Frierson State Park. Then, get inspired by nature to create stained…
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Canning Workshop
Saturday, July 12, 2025
/ 9 a.m. - 1 p.m.
Did your garden grow more
than you expected this year? Have you
ever wished there was a way to enjoy those fruits and veggies all year
long? Join park staff at Powhatan
Historic…
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Opt Outside: T.R.A.I.L.S
Saturday, July 12, 2025
/ 11 a.m. - 12 p.m.
It's the perfect time to hit the TRAILS with the park interpreter at Lake Frierson State Park. Learn tips and tricks for hiking in the summer season and thank yourself the day after Thanksgiving with…
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Go Outside and Play!
Saturday, July 12, 2025
/ 2 p.m. - 4 p.m.
Children in historic Davidsonville did not have the same toys we have today, but the fun they had was timeless! Join a park interpreter during this come-and-go program to play the Game of Graces, Buzz…
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Barn Cave Adventure Hike
Sunday, July 13, 2025
/ 10 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.
Take a quick hike to one of the few caves of Mount Magazine
State Park, Barn Cave. This small cave is a shelter with a story, and resides right
beside Magazine Falls, which is beautiful even when you…
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Day of Service
Sunday, July 13, 2025
/ 10 a.m. - 11 a.m.
For this day of service, we are calling on volunteers to help us keep Lake Chicot State Park a pristine place for visitors and animals that call the lake home. Meet at the visitor center to pick up…
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To Sew A Fine Seam
Sunday, July 13, 2025
/ 2 p.m. - 4 p.m.
How do you get new clothes on the Arkansas frontier when you can't just drive to the mall and buy them? You make your own, of course! Join a park interpreter to learn more about hand-sewing and…
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Delta Heritage Trail Lick Creek Guided Hike
Sunday, July 13, 2025
/ 2:45 p.m. - 3:45 p.m.
Here is your chance to get outdoors and experience Delta Heritage Trail State Park. Meet at the visitor center and then we will caravan in your personal vehicles a short way to the Lick Creek…
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An Owl's Last Supper
Sunday, July 13, 2025
/ 5 p.m. - 6 p.m.
Owls are mysterious creatures flying in the night. Join the park interpreter to shed a little light on the mystery and discover what makes up an owl’s meal.
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Night Hike: Nocturnal Powers
Sunday, July 13, 2025
/ 8 p.m. - 9 p.m.
When we hike into the darkness, the powers of animals come into the light. Grab your flashlights and join the park interpreter for a night hike along the 0.5-mile Dogwood Lane Trail. Enjoy some games…
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Rockin' Art
Wednesday, July 16, 2025
/ 10 a.m. - 11 a.m.
There are so many ways of expressing yourself through art, but did you know American Indians also used art to express themselves? Join a park interpreter to learn how American Indians used art. Call…
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Rockin' Art
Wednesday, July 16, 2025
/ 2 p.m. - 3 p.m.
There are so many ways of expressing yourself through art, but did you know American Indians also used art to express themselves? Join a park interpreter to learn how American Indians used art. Call…
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Dream Weavers
Thursday, July 17, 2025
/ 10 a.m. - 11 a.m.
Like us, American Indians from this area might have wanted protection from bad dreams. Join the park interpreter to learn the stories of the old ways and weave a dream catcher to help with your own…
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Discovery Hour at Jacksonport
Thursday, July 17, 2025
/ 10 a.m. - 11 a.m.
Join the fun every Thursday at Jacksonport State Park! Park interpreters will help you explore and understand the history and nature of Jacksonport State Park through action-packed games, crafts,…
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Story and Craft: Butterflies
Thursday, July 17, 2025
/ 2 p.m. - 3 p.m.
Thursdays at 2 p.m., children are encouraged to visit the park for story and craft hour during the summer break from school. Join us as we tell Native American stories and make fun butterflies.
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Dream Weavers
Thursday, July 17, 2025
/ 2 p.m. - 3 p.m.
Like us, American Indians from this area might have wanted protection from bad dreams. Join the park interpreter to learn the stories of the old ways and weave a dream catcher to help with your own…
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Summer Snapshots
Friday, July 18, 2025
/ 2 p.m. - 3 p.m.
Slow down and discover the small, meaningful moments along the trail. Join a guided hike where you’ll capture beauty, color, and fun through a seasonal photo challenge. Bring your camera or phone—and…
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Cast Away!
Friday, July 18, 2025
/ 3:30 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.
You can cast away your worries and reel in the fun at Lake Frierson State Park. Join the park interpreter to test out your casting skills, see what is in Lake Frierson, and reel in fun opportunities…
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Frog Calls
Friday, July 18, 2025
/ 8 p.m. - 9 p.m.
Do you hear the frogs call? Have you ever seen a frog call? Join a park interpreter to listen to the frogs and discover what kinds of frogs are at Cane Creek State Park. Bring insect repellent and…
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