Whether you know a lot or a little about birds, they're still fun to watch. Arkansas is a temporary home to some interesting and beautiful bird species that migrate here during the winter. Meet a park…

Did you know that Benjamin Franklin wanted the National Bird of the United States to be a turkey? Or that a gobbling turkey can be heard from up to a mile away on a quiet day? Come to Cane Creek State…

Cossatot River State Park is home to many shapes and sizes of our feathered friends. How much do you know about the birds of the park? Stop by and chat with a park interpreter about birds at this…

11:30 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.The Eastern wild turkey is one of the largest birds in North America with fossil records dating back over 5 million years. Did you know that a turkey can fly fast enough to break…

Learn all about the animal commonly associated with Thanksgiving: the turkey! Learn about this bird's habitat, diet, and behavior! Then, make a fun turkey-themed craft!

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…

Have you ever heard that the “early bird gets the worm?” It’s true! Join a park interpreter to look for birds that spend the winter season at DeGray Lake Resort State Park. Please wear sturdy…

What is that big bird soaring in the sky? It’s a vulture! Join a park interpreter to look for and learn about these intriguing birds while picking up litter on this easy, 1-mile guided…

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…

Each fall, millions of birds journey across Arkansas as they migrate along the Great Flyway. Why do they travel such incredible distances, and what challenges do they face along the way? Join a park…

Winter is a perfect time to enjoy the growing hobby of bird feeding! While observing our feeders, learn to identify some common feeder birds, as well as what foods you can offer them, different feeder…

11:30 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.The Eastern wild turkey is one of the largest birds in North America with fossil records dating back over 5 million years. Did you know that a turkey can fly fast enough to break…

Each year, over 350 bird species travel hundreds and sometimes thousands of miles to find the food they need to survive. Lake Dardanelle State Park makes a perfect place for them to find this food and…

It's early, but the birds are already up. Join a park interpreter for this leisurely hike down the Great Blue Heron Trail to try and spot some local birds and other wildlife. Bring binoculars if you…

Meet a park interpreter to learn the basics of birding then put your new skills to the test. We will look and listen for birds during a 0.5-mile walk on the Arboretum Trail. Wear sturdy shoes, bring…

Join a park interpreter in the grassy area across from the visitor center for a celebration of one of Lake Dardanelle State Park's most surprising seasonal visitors - the American white pelican!…

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…

Winter is a beautiful time of year at Cane Creek State Park, and part of that beauty comes from the multitude of birds that migrate here in the cooler months. The best way to see these fascinating…

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…

Birds have many special adaptations that make them especially suited for the area in which they live. Join a park interpreter in the grassy area across from the visitor center to explore some of these…