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Bird of Bear Creek Lake
Friday, January 23, 2026
/ 9 a.m. - 10 a.m.
Join a park interpreter to learn more about these fascinating animals. You’ll even have a chance to use the park’s spotting scope to see the birds up close!
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Coping with the Cold
Friday, January 23, 2026
/ 11 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
How do the plants and animals survive the during the winter? Discover the answer as we discuss tactics such as hibernation and migration.
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Painting the Moment
Friday, January 23, 2026
/ 1 p.m. - 1:30 p.m.
Take a moment to enjoy and capture the scenery through watercolor painting and discover how art has always been connected to Devil’s Den State Park.
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Nature Journals
Friday, January 23, 2026
/ 2 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.
Join a park interpreter to make your very own nature journal. Take this keepsake with you and use it to record your future experiences in nature! All materials provided. Appropriate for all…
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CANCELLED: Live Falconry Hunt
Friday, January 23, 2026
/ 2 p.m. - 4 p.m.
Due to inclement winter weather and associated safety concerns this event is cancelled.
Join master falconer Rusty Scarborough on an actual hunt using live hawks. We’ll take a short boat ride to a…
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Weekend Welcome Campfire Chat
Friday, January 23, 2026
/ 5 p.m. - 6 p.m.
Kick off your weekend at Lake Chicot State Park with a relaxed and welcoming campfire gathering. Join the park interpreter for an informal chat about the park’s history, wildlife, and seasonal…
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CANCELLED: Predators of the Night
Friday, January 23, 2026
/ 6 p.m. - 7 p.m.
Due to inclement winter weather and associated safety concerns this event is cancelled.
Rodney Paul, owner of Raptor Rehab of Central Arkansas, shows off his collection of owls during this unique…
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Mammals of Arkansas Tabletop
Saturday, January 24, 2026
/ 1 a.m. - 3 a.m.
Hair! It’s a useful thing, and one of the characteristics of most mammals, but not the only one! Visit this tabletop to discover various mammal skins and skulls in this hands-on display. A 15-minute…
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Winter Birding Hike
Saturday, January 24, 2026
/ 9 a.m. - 10 a.m.
Join a park interpreter to hike the Lake Sylvia Loop Trail. Learn what birds stay at Lake Sylvia over the winter and see if you can spot them! This hike is about a mile long, has a slight incline, and…
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CANCELLED: Eaglets Activity Room
Saturday, January 24, 2026
/ 9 a.m. - 1 p.m.
Due to inclement winter weather and associated safety concerns this event is cancelled.
The activity room is full of fun things for kids, from bird-themed games and crafts, to a touch table loaded…
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CANCELLED: Eagle Watch Tours
Saturday, January 24, 2026
/ 9 a.m. - 3 p.m.
Due to inclement winter weather and associated safety concerns this event is cancelled.
Tours will depart from the marina every hour starting at 9 a.m. Looking for an adventure? Join a park…
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Birding Storm Creek Lake
Saturday, January 24, 2026
/ 9 a.m. - 10 a.m.
Join a park interpreter to see what birds are hanging around in the forest and on the water of Storm Creek Lake. All levels of birding experience welcome. Loaner binoculars available. Dress for the…
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Bear Cave Hike
Saturday, January 24, 2026
/ 9 a.m. - 9:45 a.m.
Join a park interpreter at the Bear Cave trailhead for an interesting walk among the giant sandstone boulders and slot canyons of the Bear Cave area. This is a relatively easy 1/4-mile hike that is…
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Winter Wildlife Watch
Saturday, January 24, 2026
/ 9 a.m. - 9:45 a.m.
Join a park interpreter for a gentle 1-mile hike along the Lake Trail as we explore the winter habits of local wildlife. Learn to spot animal tracks, identify birds, and discover how creatures…
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CANCELLED: Live Falconry Hunt
Saturday, January 24, 2026
/ 9:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
Due to inclement winter weather and associated safety concerns this event is cancelled.
Join master falconer Rusty Scarborough on an actual hunt using live hawks. We’ll take a short boat ride to a…
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Ten Essentials and Hiking Monument Trails
Saturday, January 24, 2026
/ 10 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.
Learn how to pick the best trail for you and your family, as well as learn how to prepare for your hiking adventure with the 10 essentials!
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Confluence Connections Hike
Saturday, January 24, 2026
/ 10 a.m. - 12 p.m.
The confluence of the Black and White Rivers has shaped the past and will shape the future of Jacksonport State Park and the surrounding area. Join a park interpreter on a guided hike to the river…
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Crafted Spaces
Saturday, January 24, 2026
/ 11 a.m. - 11:45 a.m.
Take a step back in time as you join a park interpreter inside the historic Café — a space hand-built by the Civilian Conservation Corps. In this 30-minute program, you’ll learn the story of the CCC…
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Hike Along the Rim
Saturday, January 24, 2026
/ 11 a.m. - 1 p.m.
Join a park interpreter at the Rock House Cave trailhead for a special hike on a section of the Winthrop P. Rockefeller Boy Scout Trail known as the Rim Trail. The walk offers scenic views of Cedar…
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