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Arkansas State Parks Calendar of Events
Bad Omen Bird
Sunday, October 12, 2025
/ 9:30 a.m. - 10 a.m.
Several of our feathered friends at Logoly State Park get a bad rap and have many misconceptions. The park interpreter is here to shed new light on the "Bad Omen Birds" of Logoly State Park.
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Rock Stars of the Monument: Geology of Devil's Den
Sunday, October 12, 2025
/ 9:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
Join a park interpreter for a geology focused hike along the monument trails. This two mile, mildly strenuous hike will uncover the geologic story of Devil's Den State Park and geologic events that…
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UFO: Unidentified Forest Objects Hike
Sunday, October 12, 2025
/ 9:30 a.m. - 11 a.m.
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,…
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Hawktober Hawk Watch
Sunday, October 12, 2025
/ 10 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.
Join a park interpreter at the Cameron Bluff Overlook learn how to help Mount Magazine State Park identify and count broad-winged hawks! Participants could
potentially view broad-winged…
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Dip Net Discovery
Sunday, October 12, 2025
/ 10 a.m. - 10:45 a.m.
What tiny creatures are hiding in the waters of
DeGray Lake? This is your chance to find out and discuss the role of these
elusive wonders. Meet a park interpreter for this hands-on activity and…
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Diamond Mining 101
Sunday, October 12, 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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"Got Water?" Monument Trail Tabletop
Sunday, October 12, 2025
/ 11 a.m. - 1 p.m.
Water is essential to have available on
your outdoor adventures, whether hiking or biking the trails. Learn how to
figure out how much water you need to take on hikes or rides to avoid
dehydration.…
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Nature Arts and Crafts: Fall Leaf Prints
Sunday, October 12, 2025
/ 11 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
Join a park interpreter at the main pavilion to create a beautiful fall leaf print! We will learn why leaves change in fall as we create a keepsake print or card of Daisy State Park. All materials are…
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Tools of Survival
Sunday, October 12, 2025
/ 11 a.m. - 11:45 a.m.
How did early Arkansans survive without modern tools? Join a park interpreter in the grassy area across from the visitor center to explore the traditional tools and weapons used for…
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Mammals of the Mountain
Sunday, October 12, 2025
/ 12 p.m. - 12:30 p.m.
How well do you know the mammals of Queen Wilhelmina State Park? Join a park interpreter to discover some fascinating (and furry) facts about the animals that call this mountain home!
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Senior Hike to the Waterfall
Sunday, October 12, 2025
/ 1 p.m. - 1:45 p.m.
Meet a park interpreter for a hike to the waterfall on the Ozark Highlands Trail.
This trek is designed for hikers ages 50 and up who appreciate a shorter hike at a
more relaxed pace, but all ages are…
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Scenic Lake Cruise
Sunday, October 12, 2025
/ 2 p.m. - 3 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 can be made beginning…
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The Good, the Bad, and the Buggy
Sunday, October 12, 2025
/ 2 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.
You might consider some bugs good, and some bugs bad, but all bugs have a role at Logoly State Park. Join the park interpreter to discover the good, the bad, and the buggy that can be found here at…
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Nature vs. Nurture
Sunday, October 12, 2025
/ 2 p.m. - 2:45 p.m.
From instincts to experience, animals at Lake Dardanelle State Park learn what it takes to survive. Meet a park interpreter in the grassy area across from the visitor center to discover how…
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Owl Pellet Dissection
Sunday, October 12, 2025
/ 2 p.m. - 3 p.m.
Join the park interpreters in the classroom as we investigate the life of an owl. This is a fascinating, sanitary hands-on activity for all ages!
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Pinecone Bird Feeders
Sunday, October 12, 2025
/ 2:30 p.m. - 3 p.m.
From worms to seeds, fish to insects, birds have quite a menu! Join a park interpreter to learn what different birds eat and craft your own all-natural pinecone bird feeder to take home. Note: This…
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Earth Science Week: Geologic History of Crater of Diamonds
Sunday, October 12, 2025
/ 3 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.
Crater of Diamonds State Park is celebrating Earth Science Week! Kick off the week with an in-depth overview of the geologic history of the diamond search area and surrounding area. This program will…
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Hawktober Hawk Watch
Sunday, October 12, 2025
/ 3 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.
Join a park interpreter at the Cameron Bluff Overlook learn how to help Mount Magazine State Park identify and count broad-winged hawks! Participants could
potentially view broad-winged…
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Lake Fort Smith Furbearers
Sunday, October 12, 2025
/ 3 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.
Have you ever felt the fur of a fox? How about a bobcat? Join a park interpreter to touch some real furs and find out about the furry mammals of Lake Fort Smith State Park.
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Dutch Oven Cooking Look & Learn Table
Sunday, October 12, 2025
/ 4 p.m. - 4:45 p.m.
Curious about cast iron cooking? Stop by our Dutch Oven Look & Learn Table in the visitor center to see Dutch ovens up close, explore how they work, and discover how people have used them for…
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