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Highpoint Hike
Monday, July 28, 2025
/ 10 a.m. - 11:15 a.m.
Reaching the highpoint provides more than just bragging rights- it provides a sense of home and habitat! Join a park interpreter for a hike to the highest point in Arkansas. Seasonally appropriate…
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Ridge Exploration Hike
Monday, July 28, 2025
/ 10 a.m. - 11 a.m.
Discover the unique habitat of Crowley's Ridge as we hike through the forest and see how the plant life changes from cottonwoods and sycamores near the creek beds at the bottom of the ridge to more…
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Dragonfly Flyby
Monday, July 28, 2025
/ 11 a.m. - 11:45 a.m.
What is there to know about these tiny aerial acrobats? Meet a park interpreter and discover it yourself! Be sure to wear clothes and shoes that can get wet and dirty. We will provide nets…
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Woolly Cabin Tour
Monday, July 28, 2025
/ 11 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
Love history? Join a park interpreter to learn more about our local history while touring the 143-year-old Woolly Cabin! The inside of the cabin can only be viewed during tours, so don’t…
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Clouds: Friend or Foe? Tabletop
Monday, July 28, 2025
/ 12 p.m. - 2 p.m.
Clouds are part of our atmosphere and have a big
impact, whether for good or bad, on us and our environment. Discover more about
these “puffballs” in the sky and other weather-related phenomena from a…
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Name that Fish
Monday, July 28, 2025
/ 1 p.m. - 1:30 p.m.
How familiar are you with the fish that live in the lakes and rivers of Mississippi River State Park? Stop by to test your skills at identifying some of the fish that are found in these bodies of…
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Boy Scout Trail Adventure
Monday, July 28, 2025
/ 1 p.m. - 1:30 p.m.
Join a park interpreter for a hike to one of the most scenic and hidden overlooks in the park. Along the way we will explore a rock glade, identify different plants, and admire the beauty of Cedar…
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Scenic Lake Cruise
Monday, July 28, 2025
/ 2 p.m. - 3 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 can be made beginning…
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DIY Wire Wrap Rock Picture Holder
Monday, July 28, 2025
/ 2 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.
Ever wonder what to do with the rocks you take home from the Crater of Diamonds State Park search area? Join a park interpreter to make your very own rock picture holder using your finds from the…
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Let's Go Birding!
Monday, July 28, 2025
/ 2 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.
Lake Fort Smith State Park is home to many kinds of birds from vultures to warblers. Meet a park interpreter to go on a birding stroll to look for the many birds in the park. Binoculars are provided.…
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Nature Bingo
Monday, July 28, 2025
/ 3 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.
Join a park interpreter to play a fun game of nature bingo. As we play, we will discover more about the natural things found at Lake Fort Smith State Park.
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Focus on Fish
Monday, July 28, 2025
/ 4 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Why does Lake Dardanelle have such a healthy bass population? The health of this fishery is partially due to the good conservation practices of the staff at Lake Dardanelle State Park. Join a park…
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Gold Creek Hike
Monday, July 28, 2025
/ 4 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Join a park interpreter at the Gold Creek trailhead for a 1/5th-mile hike to become acquainted with some of the birds, trees, and wildflowers that live in Woolly Hollow State Park. Wear…
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Spiders Among Us
Monday, July 28, 2025
/ 4 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Meet a park interpreter to discover the many interesting features of Petit Jean State Park’s eight-legged residents and hear a Cherokee legend about spiders. We will also try to find spider…
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Constellation Can Lanterns
Monday, July 28, 2025
/ 7 p.m. - 8 p.m.
Surrounded by forest, Mississippi River State Park is perfect for viewing the night sky. Join a park interpreter to create your very own night sky lantern! Participants are encouraged to bring their…
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Sunset Stroll
Monday, July 28, 2025
/ 7:45 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.
Meet a park interpreter to take a short stroll to the CCC Overlook where you can watch the sunset from one of the most scenic locations in the park. Bring a flashlight for the walk back to…
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Soaring Scavengers
Tuesday, July 29, 2025
/ 8 a.m. - 9 a.m.
A bird? A plane? No, 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 walk along the Island…
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Stream Ecosystems
Tuesday, July 29, 2025
/ 9 a.m. - 9:30 a.m.
Join a park interpreter at the front entrance of the visitor center (where the two rocking chairs are located) to learn more about streams in Woolly Hollow State Park and the role they play in…
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Birding 101
Tuesday, July 29, 2025
/ 9 a.m. - 10 a.m.
Interested in birding but not sure where to start? Join a park interpreter for an introduction to birding basics at the visitor center breezeway. We will take an easy walk around the visitor center…
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Nature Sensory Hike on Sinking Stream Trail
Tuesday, July 29, 2025
/ 9 a.m. - 10 a.m.
Hike along this easy 0.5-mile trail and enjoy the sights, sounds and smells of the forest before the heat of the day. This guided hike will encourage you to slow down and truly experience…
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