Meet a park interpreter for a hike to the waterfall on the Ozark Highlands Trail. This trek is designed for all ages. Just bring your appreciation of waterfalls and your ability to walk…

As you walk the Military Road Trail, your footsteps echo the footsteps of the past and the future. Meet a park interpreter to learn the stories, history, and hardships of those who walked the Military…

In this tour of the lake, you can discover many different species of birds making pit-stops along their migratory journey, as well as the conservational importance of protected lakes such as this.…

Celebrate the fleeting beauty of fall and deepen your connection to the forest landscapes that make Mississippi River State Park a must-visit every fall. Space limited—preregister at the visitor…

Any object you can find in the park has its own special place. Join us for a fun activity as we take the time to slow down and observe, take a closer look, and think about the interconnectedness of…

Here is your chance to discover the Yancopin Bridge! This bridge crosses the Arkansas River along the Delta Heritage Trail. Experience it for yourself on a 3-mile round trip guided hike led by a park…

Worms are some of nature’s best recyclers. Join the park interpreter to meet the park’s squirmy cleanup crew and find out how they can help you, too.

Calling all dog parents! Join a park interpreter in learning what it takes to be a B.A.R.K Ranger on this guided 1-mile hike. Then stick around to get your fur-baby certified as a Devil's Den State…

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

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…

Join a park interpreter at the Cameron Bluff Overlook learn how to help Mount Magazine State Park identify and count broad-winged hawks! Participants could potentially view broad-winged…

Fall is almost upon us! Why do some leaves change colors while others don't? Join a park interpreter to learn about the different tree species here at the park and match leaves to trees!

President Franklin D. Roosevelt's New Deal Project created work groups during the 1930s Great Depression Era, such as the Works Progress Administration (WPA). The WPA built public…

Karst, Wolf Den, Sawtooth, and Timberjack Trails all have names with a connection to our natural resources and history. Join a park interpreter to learn more about their origins and get…

What does the fur of a black bear feel like? Meet a park interpreter in the historic CCC Room at Mather Lodge to discover some interesting features about the mammals of Petit Jean State Park. You…

Have you ever felt the fur of a bobcat? Meet a park interpreter to learn about our native mammals and feel their furs. This program is great for any age!  

A state-wide treasure hunt? Count me in! Join a park interpreter to learn the basics of geocaching and then embark on a journey to find a hidden cache in the park. Our treasure hunt will take us on a…

Ever been caught unprepared on an outdoor adventure? Stop by the park interpreter's Look and Learn Table at the visitor center to learn about the ten essentials every adventurer should have. Discover…

You may know the animals of Queen Wilhelmina State Park—but can you identify them by their skulls alone? Each one holds clues about the creature it belonged to. Join a park interpreter for a fun and…

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…