Owls are mysterious creatures flying in the night. Join the park interpreter to shed a little light on the mystery and discover what makes up an owl’s meal.

Join a park interpreter and enjoy the beautiful view of Blue Mountain and Blue Mountain Lake, as well as a few original guitar songs that highlight some of the wonderful natural and cultural resources…

Meet a park interpreter to discover the many interesting features of Petit Jean State Park’s eight-legged residents and hear a Cherokee legend about spiders. We will also try to find spider…

It is hard not to love a good sunset on the water. We think you will love it even more once you are standing atop the beautiful, clear waters of DeGray Lake. Stand up paddleboarding is one of the…

Want to relax in a kayak while watching the sunset colors dance on the open water? Join a park interpreter for a sunset kayak tour on Lake Bailey. This is a special opportunity to go kayaking on the…

When we hike into the darkness, the powers of animals come into the light. Grab your flashlights and join the park interpreter for a night hike along the 0.5-mile Dogwood Lane Trail. Enjoy some games…

Mountain biking has a rich history, with its early roots dating back to the late 19th century in Ft Missoula, Montana, and evolving into a thriving contemporary scene. Join Assistant Superintendent…

Explore what makes Lake Bennett unique with the park interpreter! During this kayak tour we will paddle to various areas of interest around the lake and stop for discussion at a few iconic spots. No…

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…

Bring your binoculars, if you have them, and join a park interpreter at the breezeway of historic Mather Lodge. We are making a short hike to the Cedar Falls Overlook, looking for spring wildflowers…

Join a park interpreter on Trotting Fox Trail to spot tracks, scat, nests, and feeding marks—clues to hidden wildlife. Learn to use easy apps for identifying animals and plants. All ages welcome.…

Lake Fort Smith State Park is home to many kinds of birds from vultures to warblers. Meet a park interpreter to go on a birding stroll to look for the many birds in the park. Binoculars are provided.…

Letterpress Printing WorkshopTaught by Troy Odom *** Click Here to register or for more information ***This one day class will include basic terminology, hand setting type and plate…

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

Join park staff for a walk through the visitor center and look at the aquariums. Learn how to identify the many fish living in Lake Dardanelle.

Reaching the highpoint provides more than just bragging rights- it provides a sense of home and habitat! Join a park interpreter for a hike to the highest point in Arkansas. Seasonally appropriate…

Imagine you are lost and stranded in the wilderness without food or gear. What will it take to survive? Join a park interpreter to learn the basics of survival while making your own survival keychain…

Meet a park interpreter to hike to the park's archeology site, Rock House Cave. We will view American Indian rock art and discover more about the windows into the past that these images provide. This…

The park is dominated by forests made up of various tree species, including the now rare Ozark chinquapin. Discover more about these TREE-mendous providers of food, shelter, and oxygen, as…

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…