Join a park interpreter at the Slunger Creek Nature Trail to explore the park's winter scenery. This stroll takes about 30 minutes and is about 3/4-mile long.

Join a park interpreter at the weigh-in pavilion for some tips on cooking in a Dutch oven, weather permitting. We will cover the basics of cast iron care, Dutch oven uses, and temperature control.…

Have you ever felt the fur of a bobcat? Meet a park interpreter to learn about many of the diverse mammal species that call Village Creek State Park home in this hands-on fur showcase.

Use professional photography techniques to capture your memories of Queen Wilhelmina State Park through the lens of a smartphone. Join a park interpreter to learn essential photography tips and simple…

Experience the magic of the day’s end with a park interpreter as your guide. This program explores the changing colors, shifting shadows, and subtle details revealed at sunset, while highlighting the…

Silent wings. Piercing vision. Deadly precision. Owls rule the night with remarkable adaptations that make them expert predators in the dark. Join a park interpreter to uncover the secrets of these…

Spend an evening wandering through the shadows and pondering history at Historic Washington State Park. This guided evening walk allows visitors to reflect on the past, as the intricacies of history,…

As February's full moon nears, take a moment to view its beauty through the lens of a telescope! Make a fun moon phase craft as we wait for the moon to appear! Make sure to wear warm clothes as this…

What exactly is a groundhog, and can they predict the length of winter by seeing their shadow or not? Join a park interpreter who will share the truth about the groundhog, woodchuck, or whistle pig! A…

Take the road less traveled by on your next camping adventure and join Lake Frierson State Park for a women’s outdoor session on backpacking basics. Learn how to select the right gear for you,…

Take on a colorful challenge as we hike one mile along the Lover's Leap Trail in search of every hue on the color wheel! Wear close-toed shoes, bring plenty of drinking water, and come prepared for…

Tucked away on Rich Mountain lies the final resting place for the area's earliest settlers. Join a park interpreter at the Pioneer Cemetery to uncover stories of life on the mountain in the 1860s and…

Join a park interpreter for a 1.5 mile hike along the bluff line of Devil’s Racetrack. This moderate hike offers a unique opportunity to explore the park’s geologic features. Please wear sturdy shoes…

Take the road less traveled by on your next camping adventure and join Lake Frierson State Park for a women’s outdoor session on backpacking basics. Learn how to select the right gear for you,…

Want to brush up on your fish ID skills? Join a park interpreter to play the Fish Name Game! We will learn what features can help you identify different fish, then put our new ID skills to the test.

Did you know there are rabbits that live in the sky? Discover how the cottontail rabbit survives every day on the ground here at Devil’s Den State Park. Then listen to stories of rabbits living…

The Plum Bayou Mounds site is one of the largest and most impressive archeological sites in the Lower Mississippi River Valley. Occupied by Native Americans from about 650 to 1050 AD, this site is…

How well do you know the mammals of Queen Wilhelmina State Park? Meet a park interpreter to discover some fascinating (and furry) facts about the animals that call this mountain home!

Ever wonder how plants can grow in different places? Learn about the many ways plant seeds travel throughout the park!

The watershed surrounding Lake Dardanelle is the backbone for the Arkansas River as the river journeys through the lake creating opportunities for people like you. Join a park interpreter in the…