Tickets for Mountain View's annual spring bluegrass festival go on sale after the New Year at **MOUNTAINVIEWBLUEGRASS.COM** (Tickets are not sold by the Ozark Folk Center State Park.) Plan your…

Embark on a 2.5-mile guided hike through Fossil Flats Trail, where the ancient past is etched into the landscape. As we traverse the exposed creek bed, you’ll encounter hundreds, if not thousands, of…

Stop by the nature cabin to discover what makes Lake Catherine State Park so special. Park interpreters are available to present brief programs, help start your explorer program or answer any…

There’s an unseen world teeming with life right beneath your feet! Join a park interpreter in the Hearth Room, then head outside to gather moss and soil samples. Back indoors, learn how to prep slides…

The southern Arkansas Delta is a snake’s dream habitat as it is warm, wet, and crawling with insects. Join a park interpreter to learn about the snakes that live at Lake Chicot State Park.…

Create your own colorful tie-dye T-shirt with a park interpreter. All supplies provided in fee. Great for all ages. Preregister by Thursday 9 a.m. call (870) 295-4040.

Why are snails so slimy? Uncover the slimy secrets of snails with a park interpreter.

Explore Lake Sylvia Through the lens of a microscope! Look at photos of common natural items under the microscope to guess what they are! Play the guessing game to win a cool prize. Then learn…

Embark on an exploration of our solar system without leaving Queen Wilhelmina State Park. We will start at the sun, making pit stops at each planet! Using the Spring Trail and a little imagination,…

Join a park interpreter to learn the essentials of campfire building, including the importance of tinder, kindling, and proper structure. Whether you're new to fire-starting or looking to refine your…

All aboard to experience a magical Delta sunset from the water! Along the way, discover what makes Lake Chicot unique and important to the state of Arkansas. Space is limited to 10 participants and…

Lake Dardanelle State Park has a diverse ecosystem that supports a wide variety of life. Join a park interpreter in the grassy area across from the visitor center to race through this life-sized…

Treat yourself to a relaxing and scenic evening cruise on DeGray Lake! Discover the history of the lake, wildlife, view rock outcrops, and unique islands before settling down to watch a…

Embark on a leisurely hike along the Lake Trail to observe the evening activities of local wildlife. As the sun sets, keep an eye for critters! A park interpreter will share insights into the…

From worms to seeds, fish to insects, birds have quite a menu! Join a park interpreter in the Hearth Room to learn what different birds eat and craft your own all-natural bird feeder to take home.…

Most of the critters living at Lake Poinsett State Park are nocturnal and only come out at night. Join a park interpreter to discuss these nighttime critter calls, behaviors, and how to spot them…

Learn about the importance of the night sky here at Cane Creek State Park. Then take trash and turn it into a neat star-gazing decoration with the park interpreter. All materials are provided. 

Have you ever shone a flashlight into the woods and seen a pair of eyes staring back at you? It might be creepy, but there is a reason for the reflection! Join a park interpreter on a late-night…

Join a park interpreter at the Marina for the first kayaking excursion of the season! Explore Lake Catherine and all it has to offer during this peaceful paddle across the water. Participants…

In order to purchase a hunting license in Arkansas, anyone who was born after December 31, 1968, must complete Hunter Education. This is a 10-hour course and participants must attend the full 10-hour…