Whether you are setting up a camp shelter, tying up your boat, or preparing a fishing lure, knowing how to tie knots is important. Come by to learn a few that will meet your needs during a weekend at…

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.

Sit back and relax on an evening cruise on DeGray Lake. Enjoy breath taking views of the sun setting behind the Ouachita Mountains, giving way to a starry night sky. Discover the history of the lake;…

Smooth water, cool morning air, breathtaking views – these are but a few of the many alluring qualities of DeGray Lake in the morning. Beat the heat on this refreshing and relaxing cruise of the lake…

Cossatot River State Park is home to many tiny, crawly creatures that have colorful features and patterns. Think of a red ladybug with spots, or a beetle with a smooth, green body. Join a park…

What is a derrick? What about a walking beam? And what do dinosaurs have to do with gasoline pumps? Find out the answers to these questions, as we explore the museum's galleries and learn about the…

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

Are we there yet? If you were hiking a trail or blazing your own path without the luxury of modern GPS technology, how would you know how far you had traveled or how far you had left to go to reach…

Meet a park interpreter at the picnic area near the mine entrance to learn about one of the park's most useful minerals and see how many colors of jasper you can find! Regular admission to the diamond…

Lake Ouachita's immense size, pristine shoreline, and numerous islands offer breathtaking scenery that is unparalleled in the state. Enjoy a tour with a park interpreter as you explore the wildlife,…

No service at your campsite? No worries! Forgo the online map and learn how to use a compass with a park interpreter. We will discuss how to navigate using paper maps and brush up on basic compass…

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…

Calling all explorers! If you love playing outside and visiting your state parks, come learn how you can be an official Arkansas State Park Explorer. Bring your family to this drop-in program to help…

No previous paddling experience is necessary. Hands down, one of the best ways to enjoy the morning on DeGray Lake is paddling along the shoreline, exploring quiet coves Sign up early…

We are offering an all-day teacher and researcher workshop in conjunction with the 19th Annual Red River Heritage Symposium. This workshop will take place on Friday, July 25 with a morning program on…

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

Enjoy a relaxing and scenic cruise on DeGray Lake before beating the heat and taking a dip in its refreshing water! We will cruise the lake for the first half of the tour taking in the beautiful…

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

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…

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!