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Arkansas State Parks Calendar of Events
Let's Play Outside
Saturday, July 19, 2025
Playing outside is fun! Join the museum for a day of old-fashioned games such as jump rope, checkers, croquet, horse shoes and more! Wear sun protection and bring water and play all day.…
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Trees: Stories From the Past Guided Hike
Saturday, July 19, 2025
/ 10 a.m. - 10:45 a.m.
Trees line the long path of Delta Heritage Trail State Park and have a story to tell. Here is your chance hear this story of how people used them in the past. Meet at the visitor center to join a park…
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Visitor Center Turtle Races
Saturday, July 19, 2025
/ 10 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.
Cheer on your favorite turtle at Cane Creek State Park's first turtle races! Checkered flag and all during the month of July! The first race will occur on Independence Day at the visitor center.…
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Nature's Color Wheel: Bear Creek
Saturday, July 19, 2025
/ 10 a.m. - 11 a.m.
Nature is full of color and today we are going in search for as many different colors as we can find. During our search we will discuss and explore some of the roles color plays in the natural world.…
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Name that Noggin!
Saturday, July 19, 2025 - Sunday, July 20, 2025
/ 1 p.m. - 1:30 p.m.
Can you name the Cane Creek State Park creature craniums correctly? Do you know how to identify animals by their skull? There are lots of wonderful and amazing creatures that call Arkansas home, and…
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Creative Fishing Lures (Bear Creek)
Saturday, July 19, 2025
/ 1 p.m. - 2 p.m.
Lots of fishermen enjoy crappie and bass fishing on Bear Creek Lake. Today we are going to discuss several of the fish bass and crappie like to eat, then you can choose the shape of the one you want…
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"What's that Fur?"
Saturday, July 19, 2025 - Sunday, July 20, 2025
/ 3 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.
Can you correctly name the furs on our table? In this fun-filled game, try to be the first to name all the furs and learn about the animals they belong to with a park interpreter at Cane Creek State…
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Watercolor by the Water's Edge
Saturday, July 19, 2025
/ 6:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
Join a park interpreter for a lakeside painting session where water meets color! Whether you're a seasoned artist or picking up a brush for the first time, this program is for all skill levels.…
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Nature Scavenger Hunt Sunday Stroll
Sunday, July 20, 2025
/ 9 a.m. - 11 a.m.
Morning hikes are cooler in July, and the Delta View Trail offers plenty of items for a nature scavenger hunt. Take a Sunday stroll where the West Gulf Coastal Plain meets the Mississippi Alluvial…
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Barn Cave Adventure Hike
Sunday, July 20, 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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Brews, Views, and Bonfires
Sunday, July 20, 2025
/ 10 a.m. - 11 a.m.
Awaken your senses and ignite your spirit with Mississippi River State Park's campfire and coffee. Join a park interpreter for a cozy and invigorating retreat where the simplicity of nature meets the…
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Day of Service
Sunday, July 20, 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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Delta Heritage Trail Compass Hike
Sunday, July 20, 2025
/ 2 p.m. - 2:45 p.m.
Here is your chance to learn how to use a compass and experience Delta Heritage Trail State Park. We will meet at the visitor center for an introduction and then try out our new skills using a compass…
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Birding Basics: Bear Creek
Sunday, July 20, 2025
/ 3 p.m. - 4 p.m.
Ever wonder what kind of bird was sitting in the tree by your campsite, or which one was singing a song to wake you up? Join a park interpreter to discover the joy of birding on Bear Creek Trail. We…
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Visitor Center Turtle Races
Sunday, July 20, 2025
/ 3 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.
Cheer on your favorite turtle at Cane Creek State Park's first turtle races! Checkered flag and all during the month of July! The first race will occur on Independence Day at the visitor center.…
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Sweet Treats at Storm Creek
Sunday, July 20, 2025
/ 7 p.m. - 8 p.m.
Have you ever wanted to cook in a cast iron Dutch oven? Here’s your chance. This evening you can help a park interpreter prepare and cook a couple of tasty treats for you to try. We will cover the…
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Woodland Wander
Monday, July 21, 2025
/ 10 a.m. - 11 a.m.
Join a park interpreter and wander along the Bear Creek Lake Nature Trail to search out a variety of wildlife and plants. This hike is 1-mile in length. Wear sturdy shoes or boots, bring water, and…
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Nature's Night Lights
Monday, July 21, 2025
/ 8 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.
Discover what glows in the dark on Crowley’s Ridge. Join a park interpreter to learn about the types of night lights nature has to offer. This hike will only be a short section of the trail.…
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Fish Cleaning Demonstration
Wednesday, July 23, 2025
/ 2 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.
Would you like to begin utilizing the fish you catch as food to feed your family? Join a park employee and learn how to clean a fish and use the Lake Chicot State Park fish cleaning station.…
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A River Ran Wild
Thursday, July 24, 2025
/ 2 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.
Join us for a hands-on experience as we explore Lynne Cherry’s powerful tale of environmental change and restoration. Through interactive storytelling and activities, we’ll connect the journey of the…
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