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Light Up The Night
Sunday, July 13, 2025
/ 10 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.
The living things that glow at night can add a magical feel to your visit to the park, but have you ever thought about how and why they glow? Join a park interpreter to discover the science behind the…
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Edible Insects
Sunday, July 13, 2025
/ 10 a.m. - 10:45 a.m.
In other parts of the world, eating insects is considered a delicacy! Today, a park interpreter will test your notion of who really eats bugs and who doesn’t. Are you brave enough to join…
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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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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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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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The 10 Essentials Challenge
Sunday, July 13, 2025
/ 10 a.m. - 10:45 a.m.
Ever been caught unprepared on an outdoor
adventure? Meet a park interpreter at the amphitheater to learn about the ten
essentials every adventurer should have. Discover how these items can keep…
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Nature Scavenger Hunt
Sunday, July 13, 2025
/ 10 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.
Learn about nature and see a new perspective on our nature scavenger hunt! Join a park interpreter for a guided3/4-mile hike to complete this outdoor scavenger hunt. Please wear good shoes…
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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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Dragonflies and Damselflies
Sunday, July 13, 2025
/ 10 a.m. - 10:45 a.m.
Join a park volunteer to observe dragonflies and damselflies and learn about their incredible aerial skills.
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Morning Lake Tour
Sunday, July 13, 2025
/ 10 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
Begin your day with a peaceful cruise on Lake Ouachita! Bring a warm drink as a park interpreter will serve as your guide while you admire the scenery, wildlife, and stories of Lake Ouachita.…
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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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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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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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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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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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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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