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Delta Heritage Trail Guided Bike Ride Elaine Trailhead
Saturday, July 26, 2025
Here is your chance to explore Delta Heritage Trail State Park on a 6-mile guided bike ride with a park interpreter from the Elaine trailhead. We will meet at the visitor center and then caravan in…
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Sunrise Hike on the West Summit Trail
Saturday, July 26, 2025
/ 5:15 a.m. - 7:15 a.m.
Embark with a park interpreter as we hike to the summit of Pinnacle Mountain, the tallest peak in our park, before the trails open to catch a magnificent sunrise over the Arkansas river valley. This…
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First Light Kayak Tour
Saturday, July 26, 2025
/ 6:30 a.m. - 8:30 a.m.
Many of us get lost in the hustle and bustle of the day and forget to take some time for ourselves, but the natural world relishes in the quiet before the storm. Embrace the day by joining a park…
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Sunrise Kayak Tour
Saturday, July 26, 2025
/ 7 a.m. - 9 a.m.
Spend the early morning paddling on Beaver Lake
while guided by a park interpreter. We will learn the basics of paddling and
enjoy the sunrise on the lake. Meet at the visitor center and then caravan…
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Birding Walk
Saturday, July 26, 2025
/ 8:30 a.m. - 9:30 p.m.
Bring your binoculars and rise with the birds for an early birding stroll! Join a park interpreter and identify common species of birds at Cossatot River State Park and sharpen your birding skills.…
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Daybreak Diamond Tour
Saturday, July 26, 2025
/ 8:30 a.m. - 9 a.m.
Join a park interpreter in the Diamond Discovery Center, lower level to walk through the search area and learn about the best places to search for diamonds. Along the way, you’ll hear stories of past…
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Kayak Tour
Saturday, July 26, 2025
/ 9 a.m. - 11 a.m.
One of the best ways to enjoy the lake is from inside a kayak! Whether it's paddling along the shoreline or exploring quiet coves, the beauty of the lake is worth a look. Flatwater kayaks, paddles,…
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From Scraps to Quilt: A Beginner's Quilting Workshop
Saturday, July 26, 2025
/ 9 a.m. - 1 p.m.
Quilting,
a popular pastime, joined together not only pieces of fabric, but people’s lives. Join us at Powhatan Historic State Park to learn this time-honored and beloved tradition. Participants…
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Knots and Navigation
Saturday, July 26, 2025
/ 9 a.m. - 9:30 a.m.
Meet Park Interpreter Carrie to put your knot tying skills to the test. Then join in to find a hidden spot using your navigation abilities. This program lasts about 30 minutes.
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B.A.R.K Ranger
Saturday, July 26, 2025
/ 9 a.m. - 9:45 a.m.
Calling all dog parents! Join a park interpreter in learning what it takes to be a B.A.R.K Ranger on this guided 1-mile hike. Then stick around to get your fur-baby certified as a Devil's Den State…
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Devil's Den Trail Adventure
Saturday, July 26, 2025
/ 9 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.
From a waterfall to sandstone crevices, the Devil’s Den Trail is one of the most fascinating areas of Devil’s Den State Park. Join a park interpreter to discover some of the animals, plants, and…
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19th Annual Red River Heritage Symposium Teachers & Researchers Workshop "Trail of Tears in the Red River Region"
Saturday, July 26, 2025
/ 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.
We are offering an all-day teacher and researcher workshop in conjunction with the 19th Annual Red River Heritage Symposium. This workshop will take place on Friday,
July 25 with a morning program on…
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Mussel Cove Kayaking
Saturday, July 26, 2025
/ 9 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.
Want to embark on a paddle adventure? Join park staff at the visitor venter kayak beach, we will learn basic kayaking skills and some of our native freshwater mussels. Join a park interpreter for a…
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Big Ben Trail Guided Hike
Saturday, July 26, 2025
/ 9 a.m. - 9:45 a.m.
Meet a park interpreter to learn about Village Creek State Park's history, listen to the stories behind the name of Ben, and acknowledge the power your actions have at our park. This is a 0.5-mile…
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T.R.A.I.L.S. Guided Hike
Saturday, July 26, 2025
/ 9:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
So, you've found yourself lost in the wilderness. Now what? Join a park interpreter on the Delta Woodlands Trail to learn the ABC's of what to do in this worst-case scenario. This is an easy, paved,…
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Devil's Den Softball
Saturday, July 26, 2025
/ 10 a.m. - 11 a.m.
Everyone is invited to join the park interpreters for a game of Devil’s Den softball! Come be a part of this living legacy. We have gloves, bats, and balls, but we need you for a game!
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Brews, Views, and Bonfires at Storm Creek
Saturday, July 26, 2025
/ 10 a.m. - 11 a.m.
Awaken your senses and ignite your spirit with Mississippi River State Park's campfire and coffee. Join a park interpreter for a cozy and invigorating retreat where the simplicity of nature meets the…
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Nature Scavenger Hunt
Saturday, July 26, 2025
/ 10 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.
Learn about nature and see a new perspective on our nature scavenger hunt! Join a park interpreter for a guided3/4-mile hike to complete this outdoor scavenger hunt. Please wear good shoes…
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Stinging, Biting, Venomous Things
Saturday, July 26, 2025
/ 10 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.
Join a park interpreter at the amphitheater to explore Petit Jean State Park’s most dangerous inhabitants. Learn how to avoid them, and what happens if you don’t! This program will last about 30…
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