You can grow your roots in Arkansas State Parks. Join the park interpreters as Lake Frierson State Park’s Women in the Woods series hits the trail for a backpacking trip at Cane Creek State Park! We…

Test your knowledge of nature with Phases of the Forest, a fun, interactive card game inspired by the classic Phase 10! In this special version, players complete ecosystem-themed “Phases” by…

Glide across the waters of Lake Frierson on a self-guided kayak adventure and uncover the hidden world of the lake’s plants and animals. Pick up a self-guided tour sheet at the visitor center, then…

Slither into the world of snakes at your own pace with this self-guided craft! Learn how these legless reptiles survive in the wild with a fun, hands-on activity designed for scouts of all ages. Pick…

Discover the hidden wonders of Lake Frierson State Park at your own pace with a self-led scavenger hunt! Use fun clues to uncover how plants, animals, and the environment work together to create a…

Enrich your experiences here at Lake Catherine State Park through nature journaling! Join Park Interpreter Jaden at the Trailhead for a hike on the Falls Branch Trail. We will take the easy ½ mile…

Join a park interpreter in the Diamond Discovery Center, lower level to walk through the search area and learn about the best places to search for diamonds. Along the way, you’ll hear stories of past…

Visit Crater of Diamonds State Park for the largest outdoor Girl Scout event of the year. Join a park interpreter at the Prospector trailhead, on the northwest side of the diamond search area, and…

Seeking a little serenity? Find your sense of calm while standing above the beautiful, clear waters of DeGray Lake. Stand up paddleboarding is one of the fastest-growing recreational sports around.…

Bring your binoculars and rise with the birds for an early birding stroll! Join a park interpreter and identify common species of birds at Cossatot River State Park and sharpen your birding skills.…

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…

Names hold power! Join a park interpreter as we hike the Big Ben Trail to learn about the history of Village Creek State Park, the power behind the name “Ben,” and the power your name can have here…

Strange things lurk in the Ouachita National Forest, and not everything is easily explained. Join a park interpreter for a 1-mile hike along the Spring Trail as we investigate mysterious forest finds,…

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…

Meet a park interpreter in the Diamond Discovery Center to learn the tricks of the trade at this demonstration of diamond searching methods!

Do you know the 7 principles of Leave No Trace? Join a park interpreter to make your very own artwork and learn about the different ways we can help keep our park clean and healthy for other visitors…

Discover nature at Logoly State Park in a new way through nature journals. Join the park interpreter to find out how to start your own nature journal, make a small journal to take home, and add your…

Did you know you can make simple bird feeders using items found in nature? We’ll show you how – you can make one to take home! Meet Park Interpreter Jaden at the Nature Cabin for this fun activity.

Throughout time, water has had a big impact on Village Creek State Park! From shaping the landscape long ago to shaping the activities we enjoy here today, water has the power to shape life at Village…

Fishing is a great pastime. Too often, though, people get caught up in the gadgets rather than the sport. Come out and learn to fish “old school.” Poles and bait will be provided. #GSLoveStateParks…