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Birding 101
Sunday, July 13, 2025
/ 10 a.m. - 11 a.m.
Today is a great chance to get outside and explore. Join a park interpreter on the Arboretum Trail to learn the basics of birding. Discover some of the common species in the area as well as what you…
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Barn Cave Adventure Hike
Sunday, July 13, 2025
/ 10 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.
Take a quick hike to one of the few caves of Mount Magazine
State Park, Barn Cave. This small cave is a shelter with a story, and resides right
beside Magazine Falls, which is beautiful even when you…
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Devil's Den Softball
Sunday, July 13, 2025
/ 10 a.m. - 11 a.m.
Everyone is invited to join the park interpreters for a game of Devil’s Den softball! Come be a part of this living legacy. We have gloves, bats, and balls, but we need you for a game!
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Adventure in the Ozarks
Sunday, July 13, 2025
/ 10 a.m. - 10:45 a.m.
Join a park interpreter for a hike to explore an Ozark mountain trail and take in your surroundings. We will search for and discover more about the native Ozark plants, animals, and landscape. Meet at…
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Wonder House Tour: Stories Set in Stone
Sunday, July 13, 2025
/ 10 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.
What is the Wonder House? More than just a place, it’s an experience. Listed on the National Register of Historic Places, this unique home offers a glimpse into life nearly a century ago. Join a park…
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Wayfinders - Navigating Petit Jean
Sunday, July 13, 2025
/ 10 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.
Join a park interpreter at the historic CCC chimney for a 30-minute beginner-friendly program on how to navigate using a compass. Whether you're new to compass skills or just need a quick…
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Diamond Mining 101
Sunday, July 13, 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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Neighborhood Naturalist
Sunday, July 13, 2025
/ 11 a.m. - 12 p.m.
What are some sign animals leave behind to let us know they've been there? Join a park interpreter to fill out your very own scientific nature journal to discover some clues that animals leave behind…
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Venomous Snake and Tick Safety Monument Trail Tabletop
Sunday, July 13, 2025
/ 11 a.m. - 1 p.m.
These 2 groups of creatures are the most dangerous that you could encounter when hiking or biking at Hobbs. Discover more about these creatures and how to avoid them. A 15-minute program…
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Old as a Tree
Sunday, July 13, 2025
/ 11 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
Are you as old as a tree? Join a park interpreter to discover how to tell the age of a tree and what happened during its life. You will also have the opportunity to create your own…
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Ready, Aim, Fire!
Sunday, July 13, 2025
/ 11 a.m. - 12 p.m.
Cannons are an iconic part of the Civil War battlefield. Join a park interpreter to learn more about these explosive weapons of war, and go through the same drill soldiers would have learned in order…
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Life in Lake Bailey
Sunday, July 13, 2025
/ 11 a.m. - 12 p.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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Who Croaks There?
Sunday, July 13, 2025
/ 11 a.m. - 11:45 a.m.
Mount Nebo State Park’s springs, creeks, and ponds provide a perfect home for a variety of frogs and toads. However, frogs and toads are experts at camouflage and can be difficult to spot with…
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Pollinators and their ‘Buds’
Sunday, July 13, 2025
/ 11 a.m. - 11:45 a.m.
Join a park interpreter at the Lake Center to learn about the wildflowers and pollinators of Woolly Hollow State Park, then create a paper flower souvenir. This program is fun for the whole…
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In this Life
Sunday, July 13, 2025
/ 11:30 a.m. - 12 p.m.
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…
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Taking Flight: Why Birds Migrate
Sunday, July 13, 2025
/ 12 p.m. - 12:45 p.m.
Join a park interpreter as we explore the journey of migrating birds and the many hazards that they face, wrapping up with a fun migration game!
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Crash Landings
Sunday, July 13, 2025
/ 12 p.m. - 1 p.m.
Bird-window collisions are an unfortunately common occurrence, especially during migration seasons. Join a park interpreter to learn how you can make your home safer for these beautiful birds and…
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Pinecone Bird Feeders
Sunday, July 13, 2025
/ 12:30 p.m. - 1 p.m.
From worms to seeds, fish to insects, birds have quite a menu! Join a park interpreter to learn what different birds eat and craft your own all-natural pinecone bird feeder to take home. Note: This…
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Bear Cave Hike
Sunday, July 13, 2025
/ 1 p.m. - 1:45 p.m.
Join a park interpreter 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 great for the whole…
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Track ID Station
Sunday, July 13, 2025
/ 1 p.m. - 3 p.m.
Cossatot River State Park is home to many species of birds and mammals, but how do we know who has passed through? Stop by to learn about the differences in animal footprints, and how to become a…
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