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Trailblazer's Crossing
Sunday, January 11, 2026
/ 10 a.m. - 10:45 a.m.
Embark on a 0.50-mile walk along the easy Lake Trail, where history and wild beauty collide.
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Light It Up
Sunday, January 11, 2026
/ 2 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.
The power of the Arkansas River lights up your world and life in the river valley every day. Meet a park interpreter in the grassy area across from the visitor center to learn how the Arkansas River…
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Dutch Oven Cooking Look and Learn Table
Sunday, January 11, 2026
/ 4 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Curious about cast iron cooking? Stop by our Dutch Oven Cooking Look & Learn Table in the visitor center to see Dutch ovens up close, explore how they work, and discover how people have used them for…
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Falls Branch Hike
Thursday, January 15, 2026
/ 9 a.m. - 10 a.m.
Join a park interpreter along the Falls Branch Trail for a 1-mile trek to the waterfall. Cameras and binoculars are welcome while we enjoy the lake and forest scenery.
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Stained Glass Snowflake Panel Class
***Click Here for more information or to register*** Learn how to make an 8” stained glass Snowflake Panel in your choice of colors. Students will learn the Tiffany Method of stained glass which uses…
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Winter Bingo
Friday, January 16, 2026
/ 9 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.
Join a park interpreter for a gentle 1.5-mile hike along Devil’s Racetrack while playing nature bingo. Explore the winter landscape, spot plants and wildlife, and enjoy a fun, interactive way to…
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Cozy Campfire
Friday, January 16, 2026
/ 10 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
Share the warmth of a campfire with a park interpreter at the trailhead. Share stories and discuss the beauty of Lake Catherine State Park while sipping on hot chocolate.
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Stained Glass Snowflake Panel Class
***Click Here for more information or to register*** Learn how to make an 8” stained glass Snowflake Panel in your choice of colors. Students will learn the Tiffany Method of stained glass which uses…
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Ten Essentials and Hiking the Monument Trails
Friday, January 16, 2026
/ 11 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
Learn how to pick the best trail for you and your family, as well as learn how to prepare for your hiking adventure!
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Knot Here!
Friday, January 16, 2026
/ 1:30 p.m. - 2 p.m.
Drop in for a short visit with a park interpreter and learn three basic knots useful to an outdoors person. You’ll even learn what not to knot.
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M.A.D.E. Workshop (Plaster Tracks)
Saturday, January 17, 2026
/ 9 a.m. - 11 a.m.
The landscapes and wildlife of Lake Dardanelle State Park offer endless opportunities for inspiration. Join Lake Dardanelle State Park staff for M.A.D.E. (Making Art, Driving Exploration), a program…
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Winter on the Water
Saturday, January 17, 2026
/ 10 a.m. - 2 p.m.
Join a park interpreter on a guided float along the Maumelle River. Experience winter on the water. We will look for winter migrant birds as we paddle up and down the course of the Maumelle. Dress…
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Nature Photography 101
Saturday, January 17, 2026
/ 10:30 a.m. - 11 a.m.
Learn the basics of nature photography with a park interpreter as we wander along a section of the Outlaw Loop.
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Outdoor Skills Series: Hiking Etiquette and Gear
Saturday, January 17, 2026
/ 11 a.m. - 12 p.m.
Enjoy the trails responsibly and confidently with this essential hiking program at Lake Chicot State Park. Learn the basics of trail etiquette including right-of-way, group awareness, and how to share…
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Lake Austell Trail Adventure
Saturday, January 17, 2026
/ 11 a.m. - 1 p.m.
The unique landscape of Village Creek State Park makes it the perfect place to find a sense of adventure. Join a park interpreter to explore the characteristic hogback ridges and stream valleys of…
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Lake View and Old Town Lake in Winter
Saturday, January 17, 2026
/ 1 p.m. - 2:15 p.m.
Meet at the Lake View trailhead for a easy guided 0.5-mile hike with a park interpreter on a gravel surface trail. After hiking our adventure will continue when we caravan a short distance in your…
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Hot Cocoa Hike
Saturday, January 17, 2026
/ 1 p.m. - 2 p.m.
Join a park interpreter for a guided hike through the winter woods! Enjoy the serene beauty of the Trees of the Forest Interpretive Trail. Afterwards, sip on a cup of hot cocoa! The trail is 0.5 miles…
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Choctaw Beadwork Look & Learn Table
Saturday, January 17, 2026
/ 1 p.m. - 1:30 p.m.
Beadwork has long been a meaningful form of cultural expression for the Choctaw people. Stop by the park interpreter’s Look & Learn Table in the visitor center to explore traditional designs and learn…
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Save the Raptors!
Saturday, January 17, 2026
/ 2 p.m. - 3 p.m.
Join a park interpreter to learn about raptors, why they're so important and why cleaning up your trash can help save the raptors. At the end of our talk, we will play a fun game to see who can pick…
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Suet Bird Feeder
Saturday, January 17, 2026
/ 2 p.m. - 3 p.m.
Make a suet bird feeder to support winter birds. This is a family-friendly activity; bring clothes you can get messy.
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