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Arkansas State Parks Calendar of Events
Scenic Lake Tour
Thursday, July 31, 2025
/ 2 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.
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,…
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Communit-trees Hike
Thursday, July 31, 2025
/ 6 p.m. - 6:30 p.m.
Join a park interpreter on a 3/4-mile guided walk along the Daisy Creek Trail to learn more about Daisy State Park's tree community. Participants will discover some common Arkansas tree species and…
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Daybreak Diamond Tour
Friday, August 01, 2025
/ 8:30 a.m. - 9 a.m.
Join a park interpreter in the Diamond Discovery Center, lower level to walk through the search area and learn about the best places to search for diamonds. Along the way, you’ll hear stories of past…
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Diamond Mining 101
Friday, August 01, 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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Colors in the Rocks!
Friday, August 01, 2025
/ 2 p.m. - 2:15 p.m.
Meet at the picnic tables by the search area and learn about colorful rocks and minerals found at Crater of Diamonds State Park in this program for kids of all ages!
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Introduction To Geocaching
Friday, August 01, 2025
/ 6 p.m. - 6:30 p.m.
Do you enjoy puzzles and spending time in the outdoors? If so, bring your food/snack and join the park superintendent to find out how you can start geocaching today! Learn the basics of geocaching and…
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Night Owl Prowl
Friday, August 01, 2025
/ 8:30 p.m. - 9 p.m.
"Who" wants to join a park interpreter on a quest to talk with our nighttime buddy, the owl? Meet at the amphitheater to learn a few quick interesting points about our feathered friends. Then take a…
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Daybreak Diamond Tour
Saturday, August 02, 2025
/ 8:30 a.m. - 9 a.m.
Join a park interpreter in the Diamond Discovery Center, lower level to walk through the search area and learn about the best places to search for diamonds. Along the way, you’ll hear stories of past…
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Photo Hike
Saturday, August 02, 2025
/ 9 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.
Learn how to see the park in a new way. Bring your camera and join the park interpreter to take pictures of the beautiful things we see as we hike the Crane's Fly Trail and pick up some tips for…
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Introduction to Paddleboarding
Saturday, August 02, 2025
/ 9:30 a.m. - 11 a.m.
Join a park interpreter for an awesome paddleboarding outing! This is perfect for first time paddleboarders or if you want an amazing time on Lake Greeson! Bring a swimsuit and shoes that can get wet.…
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Diamond Mining 101
Saturday, August 02, 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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Scenic Lake Tour
Saturday, August 02, 2025
/ 2 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.
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,…
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Exploring Pond Life
Saturday, August 02, 2025
/ 2 p.m. - 2:45 p.m.
The waters of Logoly State Park are full of unseen mysteries. Many life cycles are carried out in the ponds and pools of this forest that are worth a closer look. Join a park interpreter to uncover…
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Crater of Diamonds JEOPARDY!
Saturday, August 02, 2025
/ 2 p.m. - 2:45 p.m.
Queue the theme music, we are playing JEOPARDY! See if you have what it takes to outwit your fellow competitors in this battle of the brains. Play as a team or an individual to find the questions to…
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Fishing Fun
Saturday, August 02, 2025
/ 4 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Fishing is a great way to enjoy your day here at Daisy State Park! Join a park interpreter as we discuss what fish you are most likely to catch here in Lake Greeson, as well as some fishing…
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Daisy Sunset Kayak Tour
Saturday, August 02, 2025
/ 6 p.m. - 8 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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History through the Shadows Hike
Saturday, August 02, 2025
/ 7 p.m. - 9 p.m.
Spend an evening wandering through the shadows and pondering
history at Historic Washington State Park. This guided evening walk allows
visitors to reflect on the past, as the intricacies of history,…
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Daybreak Diamond Tour
Sunday, August 03, 2025
/ 8:30 a.m. - 9 a.m.
Join a park interpreter in the Diamond Discovery Center, lower level to walk through the search area and learn about the best places to search for diamonds. Along the way, you’ll hear stories of past…
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The Buzz on Bees
Sunday, August 03, 2025
/ 9:30 a.m. - 10 a.m.
Bees serve a very important role at Logoly State Park. Join the park interpreter to explore how a hive works and why we should protect our bees!
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Diamond Mining 101
Sunday, August 03, 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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