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Duck, Duck Goose
Sunday, December 21, 2025
/ 11 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
Meet a park interpreter in the grassy area across from the visitor enter to learn about the unique traits of waterfowl and their habitats at Lake Dardanelle State Park. Discover how conservation…
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Eagle Watch Tour
Monday, December 22, 2025
/ 2:30 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.
Lake Ouachita provides remarkable habitat for bald eagles. Join us for an eagle watch tour on Lake Ouachita to look for these majestic birds in their natural environment. Dress warmly and bring…
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Eagle Watch Tour
Monday, December 22, 2025
/ 2:30 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.
Lake Ouachita provides remarkable habitat for bald eagles. Join us for an eagle watch tour on Lake Ouachita to look for these majestic birds in their natural environment. Dress warmly and bring…
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Winter Birds of Arkansas
Saturday, December 27, 2025
/ 9 a.m. - 11 a.m.
Arkansas becomes a temporary haven for many migratory birds during winter. Stop by Cossatot Falls to learn how to ID birds you may see in your backyard and in the park this time of year. This is a…
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Winter Birding Basics
Saturday, December 27, 2025
/ 10 a.m. - 10:45 a.m.
Winter is prime time for spotting migratory birds at Village Creek State Park! Join a park interpreter to learn the basics of birding, then put your skills to the test as we look for birds in and…
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Turkey Tabletop: Let’s Talk Turkey!
Saturday, December 27, 2025
/ 1 p.m. - 3 p.m.
The Eastern wild turkey is one of the largest birds in North America with fossil records dating back 5 million years. Did you know that a turkey can fly fast enough to break the posted speed-limit on…
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Eagle Tour
Monday, December 29, 2025
/ 10 a.m. - 11 a.m.
Lake Dardanelle State Park is proud to offer free winter lake cruises for the best chance of seeing our national symbol, the American bald eagle (weather permitting). Many other spectacular birds will…
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126th Audubon Christmas Bird Count
Tuesday, December 30, 2025
/ 2 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.
As the longest-running citizen science survey in the world, Audubon's annual Christmas Bird Count is gearing up for another great year. The Christmas Bird Count invites individuals of all levels of…
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Eagle Watch Tour
Tuesday, December 30, 2025
/ 2 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.
Lake Ouachita provides remarkable habitat for wintering bald eagles. Each year, juvenile and mature birds can be seen among the trees along the shoreline or flying high above the lake. Join us for…
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Eagle Tour
Wednesday, December 31, 2025
/ 10 a.m. - 11 a.m.
Lake Dardanelle State Park is proud to offer free winter lake cruises for the best chance of seeing our national symbol, the American bald eagle (weather permitting). Many other spectacular birds will…
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First Day Birding Hike
Thursday, January 01, 2026
/ 7:30 a.m. - 8:30 a.m.
Begin the New Year surrounded by the quiet beauty of the Delta on a First Day Birding Hike along the Delta Woodlands Trail at Lake Chicot State Park. While the forest appears still, birds remain…
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Early Birder First Day Hike
Thursday, January 01, 2026
/ 9 a.m. - 10 a.m.
Find a new hobby along with a new you on this Early Birder hike on New Year's Day! Join a park staff member for a hike down the Great Blue Heron Trail, 1.1 miles in length, to see what native birds…
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First Day Hike: Towering Pines Trail
Thursday, January 01, 2026
/ 2 p.m. - 2:45 p.m.
Join a park interpreter for this brief 1/2-mile guided hike on the Towering Pines Trail. Let's see what we can discover as we enjoy views of the lake, look for animal tracks, listen for birds, and…
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Towering Pines Trail Hike
Thursday, January 01, 2026
/ 2 p.m. - 2:45 p.m.
Join a park interpreter for this brief 1/2-mile guided hike on the Towering Pines Trail. Let's see what we can discover as we enjoy views of the lake, look for animal tracks, listen for birds, and…
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First Day Hike
Thursday, January 01, 2026
/ 2 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.
As part of the nation wide effort to promote parks and hiking, we will have a short hike along Raymond Lake. This an easy, 3/8-mile trail. Enjoy views of the water as well as great birding…
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First Day Hikes: Winter Wildlife Hike
Thursday, January 01, 2026
/ 3 p.m. - 4 p.m.
Deer, rabbits, squirrels and various winter birds are just a few of the animals that live in Lake Dardanelle State Park. Join a park interpreter at the Meadowbrook trailhead near the amphitheater for…
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Winter Wildlife Watch
Friday, January 02, 2026
/ 9 a.m. - 9:45 a.m.
Join a park interpreter for a gentle 1-mile hike along the Lake Trail as we explore the winter habits of local wildlife. Learn to spot animal tracks, identify birds, and discover how creatures…
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Eagle Tour
Friday, January 02, 2026
/ 10 a.m. - 11 a.m.
Lake Dardanelle State Park is proud to offer free winter lake cruises for the best chance of seeing our national symbol, the American bald eagle (weather permitting). Many other spectacular birds will…
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Bird Bingo
Friday, January 02, 2026
/ 1:30 p.m. - 2 p.m.
Let’s play a fun game of bird bingo. As we play, we will discover more about the different birds found at Devil’s Den State Park and around the United States.
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Birding Basics
Saturday, January 03, 2026
/ 9 a.m. - 10 a.m.
Bird watching is a hobby for all ages. To get started you only need the 3 B’s: Binoculars, a Bird book, and Birds. Lake Dardanelle State Park has plenty of birds, so come out and meet a park…
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