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Arkansas State Parks Calendar of Events
Geocaching Island Hopper
Saturday, September 27, 2025
/ 10 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
Whether you are a diehard geocacher or completely new to the activity, this excursion is sure to satisfy your craving for adventure! With GPS units/smartphones in hand, we will travel by…
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Survival Skills
Saturday, September 27, 2025
/ 11 a.m. - 12 p.m.
Do you know the rule of 3? Join a park interpreter and learn basic fire starting skills, orienteering, and more!
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Arkansas City Trailhead Guided Hike
Saturday, September 27, 2025
/ 1 p.m. - 1:30 p.m.
Join us at the Arkansas City trailhead as we explore the rich history of Delta Heritage Trail State Park's southern terminus in Arkansas City. From the trailhead, a park interpreter will lead an easy…
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Fall Into The Great Arkansas Cleanup
Saturday, September 27, 2025
/ 1 p.m. - 4 p.m.
Join the museum staff as we prepare for winter. Every homestead had a plan for the upcoming frost. Garden beds will be mulched. Brush removed and landscape prepared. Please wear sunscreen and bring…
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Turtle Talk
Saturday, September 27, 2025
/ 1:30 p.m. - 2 p.m.
Daisy State Park provides diverse habitats for all types of species large and small. Join park staff at the visitor center to discover some of the smaller creatures and what they eat in this real-life…
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Survival Keychains
Saturday, September 27, 2025
/ 2 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.
Imagine you are lost and stranded in the wilderness without food or gear. What will it take to survive? Join a park interpreter to learn the basics of survival while making your own survival keychain…
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Life on the Web
Saturday, September 27, 2025
/ 2 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.
Spiders are so different from us that sometimes they seem almost alien, but these unique creatures have a job to do at the park. Join the park interpreter to discover how they survive living life on a…
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Take a Child Outside Play Day
Saturday, September 27, 2025
/ 2 p.m. - 4 p.m.
'Take a Child Outside' was founded to help children connect with nature. Bring your child and their friends to Cane Creek State Park to enjoy time outdoors playing games like hopscotch, red…
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Know Your Knots
Saturday, September 27, 2025
/ 2 p.m. - 3 p.m.
Whether you're fishing, camping, or just securing gear at home, knowing the right knot for the job can make all the difference. Join a park interpreter to learn the ropes, literally! Spend an hour…
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T.R.A.I.L.S. Guided Hike
Saturday, September 27, 2025
/ 3 p.m. - 4 p.m.
So, you've found yourself lost in the wilderness. Now what? Join a park interpreter on the Delta Woodlands Trail to learn the ABC's of what to do in this worst-case scenario. This is an easy, paved,…
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Pop Can Fishing
Saturday, September 27, 2025
/ 3 p.m. - 4 p.m.
Forgot your fishing pole? No problem! Join a park interpreter to discover an innovative way to fish on a whim. All you will need to bring is a soda can, and we will show you the rest. Drinks can be…
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Daisy Sunset Kayak Tour
Saturday, September 27, 2025
/ 5 p.m. - 7 p.m.
Join a park interpreter for one of the most beautiful views of Lake Greeson and the Ouachita Mountains at sunset by kayak. Bring clothing and shoes that can get wet. Please sign-up in person at…
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Animal Myths: Truth or Tail?
Saturday, September 27, 2025
/ 5 p.m. - 6 p.m.
Have you heard that baby snakes are more dangerous than adults? Or been told you're "blind as a bat?” Join a park interpreter to explore the truth behind common animal myths, including some you may…
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Waterscope Wonders
Saturday, September 27, 2025
/ 5:30 p.m. - 6:30 p.m.
Do you ever wonder what it would be like to see underwater without getting wet like some of our waterfowl? Join a park interpreter in making your own waterscope, then walk down to…
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Campfire Trivia
Saturday, September 27, 2025
/ 7:30 p.m. - 8:15 p.m.
Meet
a park interpreter at the campground amphitheater and test your knowledge of America's only public diamond mine in a fun trivia battle! Benches are available at the amphitheater but it is…
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Owl Prowl Night Hike
Saturday, September 27, 2025
/ 7:30 p.m. - 8:15 p.m.
"Who" likes owls? If you do, meet a park interpreter tonight to discover the owls living in DeGray Lake Resort State Park. Then, we’ll take a walk into the woods to call some up and listen for an…
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National Astronomy Day: Hubble's Night Sky Challenge
Saturday, September 27, 2025
/ 8 p.m. - 10 p.m.
Celebrate Astronomy Day with Hubble’s Night Sky Challenge as you join a park interpreter for an evening of discovery under the stars. Participants will test their stargazing skills, explore…
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Guided Night Bat Hike
Saturday, September 27, 2025
/ 8 p.m. - 8:30 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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Silent Flight
Sunday, September 28, 2025
/ 9 a.m. - 10 a.m.
Silently, swiftly and skillfully, owls fly over our heads at night. Have you ever wondered why owls are so different from other birds? Learn about the interesting adaptation of owls that help our…
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