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Arkansas State Parks Calendar of Events
Dutch Oven Outdoor Cooking
Saturday, October 18, 2025
/ 3 p.m. - 4 p.m.
Join a park interpreter for a tasty camp treat! We’ll be making biscuits and homemade butter as we discuss the history of Dutch ovens.
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Hide and Seek
Saturday, October 18, 2025
/ 4 p.m. - 5 p.m.
For the animals at Lake Frierson State Park, how skilled you are at the game of hide and seek can mean the difference between life and death. Join the park interpreter for…
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Dutch Oven Cooking Series: Baked Mac and Cheese
Saturday, October 18, 2025
/ 4 p.m. - 6 p.m.
Hungry for a delicious homemade mac and cheese? Join a park interpreter at the amphitheater for mac and cheese cooked in a Dutch oven! Learn the basics of Dutch oven cooking, including how to care for…
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Sunset Kayak Tour
Saturday, October 18, 2025
/ 5 p.m. - 7 p.m.
One of the best ways to enjoy the lake at sunset is from inside a kayak. Whether it be paddling along the shoreline or exploring quiet coves, the beauty of the lake is worth a look. Flatwater kayaks,…
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Sunset Cruise
Saturday, October 18, 2025
/ 5:30 p.m. - 6:30 p.m.
Enjoy a relaxing and scenic cruise on DeGray Lake! Discover the history of the lake, wildlife, view rock outcrops, and unique islands. Seating is limited. Reservations are required and can be made…
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Halloween in the Park 2025
Saturday, October 18, 2025
/ 6 p.m. - 8 p.m.
Join the friends and staff of Lake Catherine State Park as we host a community fall festival. This event features trick-or-treating in the campground and a hot dog and marshmallow roast. The event…
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Golf Course Safari
Saturday, October 18, 2025
/ 7 p.m. - 8 p.m.
Tonight, we’ll take a caravan of golf carts out in search of nocturnal animals. Be sure to bring a flashlight! Space is limited and reservations are required. Reservations can be made…
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Guided Night Bat Hike
Saturday, October 18, 2025
/ 7 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
When the sun sets, the night life at Daisy State Park begins! Join the park interpreter on an exciting nighttime hike about the history of bats here. This guided hike along the Daisy Creek…
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Early Birder Hike
Sunday, October 19, 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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Echoing Footsteps Hike
Sunday, October 19, 2025
/ 9 a.m. - 10 a.m.
As you walk the Military Road Trail, your footsteps echo the footsteps of the past and the future. Meet a park interpreter to learn the stories, history, and hardships of those who walked the Military…
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Kayak Birding Adventure
Sunday, October 19, 2025
/ 9 a.m. - 11 a.m.
In this tour of the lake, you can discover many different species of birds making pit-stops along their migratory journey, as well as the conservational importance of protected lakes such as this.…
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Benefits of Bats
Sunday, October 19, 2025
/ 9 a.m. - 11 a.m.
Did you know Arkansas is home to 16 species of bats? These often misunderstood creatures of the night contribute to the ecosystem in ways you might take for granted! Join a park interpreter to…
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Diamond Mining 101
Sunday, October 19, 2025
/ 10 a.m. - 10:15 a.m.
Meet a park interpreter in the Diamond Discovery Center to learn the tricks of the trade at this demonstration of diamond searching methods!
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Wonder House Tour: Stories Set in Stone
Sunday, October 19, 2025
/ 10 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.
What is the Wonder House? More than just a place, it’s an experience. Listed on the National Register of Historic Places, this unique home offers a glimpse into life nearly a century ago. Join a park…
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The Wonderful World of Worms
Sunday, October 19, 2025
/ 10 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.
Worms are some of nature’s best recyclers. Join the park interpreter to meet the park’s squirmy cleanup crew and find out how they can help you, too.
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Mammals of Village Creek
Sunday, October 19, 2025
/ 11 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
Have you ever felt the fur of a bobcat? Meet a park interpreter to learn about our native mammals and feel their furs. This program is great for any age!
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Flora and Fauna Identification
Sunday, October 19, 2025
/ 11 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
Interested in learning more about the species of flowers, birds, fungi, and more here at Daisy State Park? Join us at the visitor center to discover how to identify the species at the park. We will…
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Geocaching 101
Sunday, October 19, 2025
/ 12 p.m. - 1 p.m.
A state-wide treasure hunt? Count me in! Join a park interpreter to learn the basics of geocaching and then embark on a journey to find a hidden cache in the park. Our treasure hunt will take us on a…
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Skull Detectives
Sunday, October 19, 2025
/ 12:30 p.m. - 1:30 p.m.
You may know the animals of Queen Wilhelmina State Park, but can you identify them by their skulls alone? Each one holds clues about the creature it belonged to. Join a park interpreter for a fun and…
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Picture This: Smartphone Photography
Sunday, October 19, 2025
/ 12:30 p.m. - 1:45 p.m.
Use professional photography techniques to capture your memories of Queen Wilhelmina State Park through the lens of a smartphone. Join a park interpreter to learn essential photography tips and simple…
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