We're going on a bug hunt, I wonder what we'll find. Join a park interpreter on a short hike along the Kingfisher Trail and into Stuckey Field for a guided bug scavenger hunt. Bring water, a good pair…

Many intriguing lives have been lived on Mount Magazine. Through a fun interactive activity, get a glimpse of some of these lives and how they have shaped the unique nature and history of Mount…

What is a pillbug? Join a park interpreter to find out more about these adorable little creatures and how they live and survive at the park!

As the Arkansas River journeys through Lake Dardanelle it continually shapes the land and creates opportunities for people like you. Discover the many stops a drop of water makes on its journey…

You may know the animals of Queen Wilhelmina State Park—but can you identify them by their skulls alone? Each one holds clues about the creature it belonged to. Join a park interpreter for a fun and…

Explore the rocks found at Lake Sylvia through the lens of a special microscope! 

Take a closer look at the colors hiding in plain sight. From mossy greens to fiery reds, Devil's Den State Park is full of vibrant surprises waiting to be discovered. Join a park interpreter for…

Thirsty on the River Corridor Trail? Take a break and stop by the Falls Day-Use area to chat with a park interpreter and enjoy a trailside treat! This is a come and go station.

Stop by the nature cabin to discover the things that make Lake Catherine State Park so special. Park interpreters will be available to give short programs; help start your explorer program or answer…

Join a park interpreter for a hike to one of the most scenic and hidden overlooks in the park. Along the way we will explore a rock glade, identify different plants, and admire the beauty of Cedar…

Sign up early for this water adventure! We'll boat out to the main river channel or even an island and snorkel along the shoreline in search of fish, rocks, plants, and more! Masks, fins, and snorkels…

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

Have you ever wondered what a bear felt like? What about a bobcat? Join a park interpreter to learn about the mammals that call Withrow Springs State Park home. Featuring our park fur collection, this…

Ready to beat the summer heat at Lake Austell? Join a park interpreter to talk about ways to stay safe (while having fun) in and around the water! This is a free, family-friendly event and no…

Did you know some of the animals seen in Disney's animated movies can be found at Lake Fort Smith State Park? Join a park interpreter to find out which of your favorite Disney animals live here in the…

Join one of our own Hobbs State Park staff, Park Ranger Fred Sutton, as he discusses why prescribed fire is a valuable tool for maintaining healthy forests, and the work that goes into planning and…

Cotton plants grow fluffy white bolls, but you can’t just pick them and turn them into cloth. Join a park interpreter to learn how one important machine built an entire industry in the past…

Join a park interpreter to search for the tiny creatures that live in our waterways while learning about their importance to the ecosystem. We will meet at the Kingfisher trailhead. Please wear shoes…

Join us for a fun, hands-on bug bingo adventure where kids and families learn to identify local insects and arthropods. Discover the important roles bugs play in the park’s ecosystem while exploring…

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…