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Nightshift Hike
Saturday, August 02, 2025
/ 8:15 p.m. - 9:15 p.m.
When the sun goes down, the forest wakes up in a whole new way at Mount Magazine State Park. Join a park interpreter on a guided night hike to meet the wild creatures who rule the dark, from stealthy…
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Golf Course Safari
Saturday, August 02, 2025
/ 8:45 p.m. - 9:45 p.m.
Tonight, we’ll take a caravan of golf carts out in search of nocturnal animals. Be sure to bring a flashlight! Space is limited and reservations are required. Reservations can be made…
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Art in the Park
Sunday, August 03, 2025
/ 8:30 a.m. - 9:30 a.m.
Memories are made here at Lake Catherine State Park. Join a park interpreter outside the nature cabin to discuss the natural beauty of Lake Catherine during this lakeside painting activity.
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Monument Trail Guided Hike
Sunday, August 03, 2025
/ 8:30 a.m. - 10 a.m.
Mount Nebo State Park's Monument Trails opened in 2019, and they brought a whole new level of adventure with them! Meet a park interpreter at the Gum Spring trailhead for a moderate, 1.5-mile hike…
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Woolly Cabin Tour and Hike
Sunday, August 03, 2025
/ 8:30 a.m. - 9:30 a.m.
Do you love history? Join a park interpreter to learn more about our local history while touring the 143-year-old Woolly Cabin! The cabin tour will be preceded by an optional 0.5-mile hike on the…
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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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Hike the Rainbow
Sunday, August 03, 2025
/ 9 a.m. - 9:30 a.m.
Village Creek State Park protects a rainbow of relationships! Join a park interpreter on this journey to find colorful connections along the Arboretum Trail (0.5-mile, easy difficulty). Please bring…
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Bug Builders: Insect Collecting and Pinning
Sunday, August 03, 2025
/ 9 a.m. - 10 a.m.
Get up close with the tiny world of insects! In this hands-on program, young naturalists will learn how to safely collect, observe, and preserve real insects found right here in the park. We’ll…
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Look Again!
Sunday, August 03, 2025
/ 9 a.m. - 9:30 a.m.
While exploring the outdoors, have you ever encountered an object you weren't able to identify? Maybe some sort of seed pod or pinecone, perhaps an interesting looking stone, or a colorful feather?…
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Life in Lake Bailey
Sunday, August 03, 2025
/ 9 a.m. - 10 a.m.
Join a park interpreter for a chance to examine the unseen life that resides beneath the surface of Lake Bailey. We will learn about the unique ecosystem our lake supports, and the aquatic…
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Trailside Talks & Treats
Sunday, August 03, 2025
/ 9 a.m. - 11 a.m.
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.
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Nature Highrise on Monument Trails
Sunday, August 03, 2025
/ 9 a.m. - 10 a.m.
Much like the towering structures of a bustling city, nature is filled with hidden high-rises that serve as homes for countless creatures. Take a relaxed stroll with a park interpreter and uncover the…
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Den Diaries and Morning Sips
Sunday, August 03, 2025
/ 9:30 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.
Start your morning with a cup of coffee and a campfire as we explore the stories that shaped Devil’s Den State Park. Join a park interpreter in the quiet magic of an Ozark morning to hear about the…
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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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The Pioneer Cemetery: A Lasting Legacy
Sunday, August 03, 2025
/ 9:30 a.m. - 10 a.m.
Tucked away on Rich Mountain lies the final resting place of the area’s earliest settlers. Join a park interpreter at the Pioneer Cemetery to uncover stories of life on the mountain in the 1860s and…
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Dip Net Discovery (Shoreline by Marina)
Sunday, August 03, 2025
/ 10 a.m. - 10:45 a.m.
What tiny fish and other 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…
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In Search of the White River Monster
Sunday, August 03, 2025
/ 10 a.m. - 10:45 a.m.
Join a park interpreter for a hike along the beach and learn about the history of White River Monster sightings while watching for items that may have been mistaken for this mythical monster in the…
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Delta Heritage Trail Compass Hike
Sunday, August 03, 2025
/ 10 a.m. - 10:45 a.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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Birds of Petit Jean
Sunday, August 03, 2025
/ 10 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.
Meet a park interpreter at the CCC Overlook on Red Bluff Drive to learn about some
of the birds we have here at Petit Jean State Park and some tips and tricks to
see a few during your stay. Bring a…
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