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Hidden in Plain Sight Hike
Thursday, October 09, 2025
/ 10 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
Every trail tells a story, but it is not always obvious. On this guided hike of Signal Hill Loop, we’ll search for hidden clues in the natural and cultural landmarks – and connect with the land along…
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Exploration Station: Skins, Skulls, and Scat
Thursday, October 09, 2025
/ 11 a.m. - 11:45 a.m.
Join
a park interpreter at the Exploration Station in Camp Area A to learn about the
local animals that call Lake Ouachita State Park home. Park interpreters will
have pelts, skulls, and tracks and…
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Woolly Cabin Tour
Thursday, October 09, 2025
/ 11 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
Love history? Join a park interpreter to learn more about our local history while touring the 143-year-old Woolly Cabin! The inside of the cabin can only be viewed during tours, so don’t…
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Smelly Skunks
Thursday, October 09, 2025
/ 1 p.m. - 1:30 p.m.
Why do skunks smell bad to some people? What
is the reason they spray? Learn the answers to these questions and more by
joining a park interpreter as we discuss one smelly animal, the striped
skunk.
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Scenic Lake Tour
Thursday, October 09, 2025
/ 2 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.
Lake Ouachita's immense size, pristine shoreline, and numerous islands offer breathtaking scenery that is unparalleled in the state. Enjoy a tour with a park interpreter as you explore the wildlife,…
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Finding Footprints Bingo
Thursday, October 09, 2025
/ 3 p.m. - 3:45 p.m.
Ever wonder who’s wandering through the woods when you’re not looking? Join a park interpreter to learn about Mount Magazine State Park’s wildlife by identifying their tracks and uncovering their…
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Fungus Among Us
Thursday, October 09, 2025
/ 3 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.
What comes to mind when you think of about fungus? Something helpful or something harmful? Some fungi help plants grow while others can cause animals to get sick. Join a park interpreter to learn…
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Journey to Germination
Thursday, October 09, 2025
/ 3 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.
Join a park interpreter at the Lake Center to discover what a seed must overcome in its journey to germination, as well as the different methods of seed dispersal. This program includes a…
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Feeding Frenzy
Thursday, October 09, 2025
/ 3 p.m. - 3:15 p.m.
Have you ever wondered what our resident reptiles like to eat or how we prepare their meals? Join the park interpreter for a behind-the-scenes look at feeding time as we explore the unique diets and…
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Wearable Water Cycle
Thursday, October 09, 2025
/ 4 p.m. - 4:45 p.m.
As the Arkansas River journeys through Lake Dardanelle it continually shapes the land and creates opportunities for people like you. Discover the many stops a drop of water makes on its journey…
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Beginner Birding
Thursday, October 09, 2025
/ 4 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Bull Shoals-White River State Park is a great place to begin your birdwatching journey! Discover field guides and other methods of bird identification. A park interpreter will also provide tips for…
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Leave No Trace Hike
Thursday, October 09, 2025
/ 4 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Join a park interpreter to hike along the 3/4-mile Daisy Creek Trail and learn about how you can keep your park clean and green for years to come by practicing “Leave No Trace.” We will discover the…
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Ride the Monument: The Story Beneath our Tires
Thursday, October 09, 2025
/ 4:30 p.m. - 5 p.m.
There's more to the Monument trails at Devil's Den State Park than berms and switchbacks. Join a park interpreter to learn about the geology beneath your tires, the design behind the ride, and how you…
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Women's Outdoor Weekend
Friday, October 10, 2025 - Sunday, October 12, 2025
Open the door to all your senses by getting away and reconnecting with nature. During this three-day, two-night adventure, we will offer sessions on basic camping, hiking, introduction to kayaking,…
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Lake Cruise
Friday, October 10, 2025
/ 9 a.m. - 10 a.m.
Explore the wonders of Lake Dardanelle and the Arkansas River aboard the state park tour boat (weather permitting). Enjoy abundant wildlife, amazing history, and astounding views of the river valley…
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Reading the Land - Topo Maps 101
Friday, October 10, 2025
/ 9 a.m. - 10 a.m.
A topographic map is one of the best tools to have in your backpack on all your adventures, but especially at Petit Jean State Park. Join a park interpreter at the
Palisades Overlook to…
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Monarch Health Hike
Friday, October 10, 2025
/ 9 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.
Every year, monarch butterflies migrate through Arkansas in mid-October to return to their breeding grounds in Mexico. These lively bursts of color are always a delight to see on a hike or in your…
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Echoing Footsteps Hike
Friday, October 10, 2025
/ 9 a.m. - 10 a.m.
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…
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Birding Van Tour of the Forest
Friday, October 10, 2025
/ 9 a.m. - 12 p.m.
Explore top birding spots in Mississippi River State Park and St. Francis National Forest by van with a park interpreter. Binoculars and guides provided if needed. Space limited—preregister at…
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