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Feeding Time at the Lake
Friday, October 10, 2025
/ 4 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Wildlife requires a proper diet for their survival, and you can help. Meet a park interpreter as we discuss native foods that are essential for our wild and curated animals and also take part in their…
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Ghosts of the Mountains
Friday, October 10, 2025
/ 4 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Join a park interpreter to learn about the elusive mountain lion. We will discuss some of its unique features and explore whether this magnificent and mysterious animal inhabits the state of Arkansas.…
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Wonder House Tour: Stories Set in Stone
Friday, October 10, 2025
/ 4 p.m. - 4:30 p.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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Letterboxing
Friday, October 10, 2025
/ 4 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Letterboxing is an activity that has been around for centuries. All it takes is a journal, stamp, clues, and a compass. Come to the visitor center Orientation Room to learn about…
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Forest Floor Friends
Friday, October 10, 2025
/ 4 p.m. - 4:45 p.m.
Nestled under rocks, leaves and logs, the forest floor in Petit Jean State Park is a thriving community waiting to be discovered if you take the time to look closely. Join a park interpreter to do…
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Backyard Bass
Friday, October 10, 2025
/ 4:30 p.m. - 5 p.m.
Backyard Bass is the perfect game for beginning anglers of all ages. Join a park interpreter to learn more about fishing and practicing your casting skills while staying high and dry in this fun…
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Lake Chicot Sunset Kayaking
Friday, October 10, 2025
/ 5 p.m. - 6:30 p.m.
The sunset at Lake Chicot State Park is exceptional, but the sunset from a kayak on Lake Chicot is an experience you won't soon forget. Join the park interpreter to view the beauty of Lake Chicot…
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Watercolor by the Water's Edge
Friday, October 10, 2025
/ 5 p.m. - 6 p.m.
Join a park interpreter for a lakeside painting session where water meets color! Whether you're a seasoned artist or picking up a brush for the first time, this program is for all skill levels.…
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Mountain Songs at the Amphitheater
Friday, October 10, 2025
/ 5 p.m. - 5:30 p.m.
Join a park interpreter and enjoy one of the most beautiful views in Arkansas, as well as a few original guitar songs that highlight some of the wonderful natural and cultural resources you might…
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White River Hunters and Trappers
Friday, October 10, 2025
/ 5 p.m. - 5:45 p.m.
Hunting and trapping served an important role on the White River and contributed to Jacksonport's economy. Join a park interpreter to learn what animals were hunted and trapped in this area. Learn…
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Sunset Kayak Cruise
Friday, October 10, 2025
/ 5:30 p.m. - 7 p.m.
What better way to end the day than kayaking Lake Dunn at sunset? Join a park interpreter for a peaceful paddle tour around Lake Dunn where we will search for wildlife and discover who calls Village…
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Camping Cuisine
Friday, October 10, 2025
/ 5:30 p.m. - 6:30 p.m.
Food never tastes as good as it does while you’re camping. Join the park interpreter in the grassy area across from the visitor center for some tips on simple campfire cooking and a tasty campfire…
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Firebuilding 101
Friday, October 10, 2025
/ 5:30 p.m. - 6:30 p.m.
What are the three essential things a fire needs to thrive? Join a park interpreter at Lake Poinsett State Park and learn about fire building and safety. We might even have a few campfire stories to…
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Bass Fishing on Lake Roosevelt
Friday, October 10, 2025
/ 5:45 p.m. - 6:45 p.m.
Join a park interpreter to learn about using artificial lures to catch one of Petit Jean State Park's aquatic predators, the largemouth bass. We will learn how to set up your rod, select an…
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Sunset Cruise
Friday, October 10, 2025
/ 5:45 p.m. - 6:45 p.m.
Enjoy a relaxing and scenic cruise on DeGray Lake! Discover the history of the lake, wildlife, view rock outcrops, and unique islands. Seating is limited. Reservations are required and can be made…
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Bird Call Bingo
Friday, October 10, 2025
/ 6 p.m. - 6:45 p.m.
The birds of Daisy State Park each have their own unique vocal stylings. Join us for a game of bird call bingo to test your memory of some of the commonly heard bird calls.
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Owl Pellet Dissection: The Leftovers Lab
Friday, October 10, 2025
/ 6:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
Many meat-eating birds, like owls, have an interesting way of dealing with unwanted parts of their food. Join a park interpreter for a closer look at owl pellets, nature’s version of a mystery puzzle.…
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The Moth Stop
Friday, October 10, 2025
/ 6:30 p.m. - 7 p.m.
When the sun sets, Mount Magazine State Park comes alive with fluttering wings! Join a park interpreter at a glowing moth cloth to meet the hidden pollinators of the night and discover their…
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Stringband Music & Arts Festival
Friday, October 10, 2025
/ 7 p.m. - 9:30 p.m.
This fall, retreat to the Ozarks for two days of spirited old-time stringband music and dance, handcrafted arts, and old-fashioned fun on October 10 & 11, 2025 at the Ozark Folk Center State Park in…
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Campfire Trivia and S'mores
Friday, October 10, 2025
/ 7 p.m. - 7:45 p.m.
Ready to test your state park knowledge and enjoy campfire s'mores? Join a park interpreter at the amphitheater for a night of trivia and s'mores. Bring your brain and your appetite for this exciting…
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