Join our curator for a special look inside our collections facility! We will be highlighting artifacts not usually on display, from letters to diaries to saddles and sabers!

Join a park interpreter to walk in the footsteps of the Civilian Conservation Corps, where hard work and craftsmanship created a park that is seamless with the landscape. This is an easy…

Join a park interpreter for a walk around the 1-mile trail to learn more about the extraordinary history of the Battle of Prairie Grove. Meet at the trailhead.

Meet a park interpreter in the grassy area across from the visitor center to see how in tune you are with the natural world. We'll be testing your skills about furs, tracks, and some mystery items!…

Join a park interpreter for a relaxing lakeside watercolor session. All skill levels welcome. Supplies are limited or bring your own. Capture the beauty of the water’s edge with color and…

While many of us don't view them as food, some of the insects found at Lake Charles State Park are part of a healthy diet all over the world! Meet the park interpreter to discover some of the unique…

Join a park interpreter and wander along the Monument trails to search for a variety of wildlife and plants. This hike is 1-3 miles. Please wear sturdy shoes, bring water and don't forget insect…

Kick off your Spring Break at Lake Chicot State Park with a relaxed and welcoming campfire gathering. Join the park interpreter for an informal chat about the park’s history, wildlife, and seasonal…

Ever wonder how plants can grow in different places? Learn about the many ways plant seeds travel throughout the park!

Discover how food was cooked in the Ozarks in the good old days. Join park staff for a Dutch oven cooking demonstration, and learn how to make an easy Dutch oven delight. Don’t miss your chance to…

Settlers originally sought out Rich Mountain to help heal medical ailments, restore the weary, and bolster the soul. The mountain has a long history of providing a source of natural medicine. Join a…

Join a park interpreter in the breezeway of Mather Lodge for a tour of this architectural park gem. Discover some secrets of the past and gain insight into the undergone changes of one of Arkansas’s…

What is it like to live on Crowley's Ridge? Join a park interpreter on a Golf Course Safari to see how The Ridges golf course fits into the mission of Village Creek State Park and discover the animals…

Join a park interpreter for a sunset hike with shadow experiments, bird calls and reflection circle celebrating nature’s balance.

Treat yourself to a relaxing and scenic evening cruise on DeGray Lake! Discover the history of the lake, wildlife, view rock outcrops, and unique islands before settling down to watch a…

Join a park interpreter at the pavilion to prowl for owls. Several species of owls reside in the forests of Lake Charles State Park. Learn about a few species of owls and their awesome adaptations…

Join a park interpreter to discover what birds we can see or hear on the Big Bluff Trail on the way to the overlook. The trail is moderately strenuous with rocky, uneven terrain. Wear comfortable…

What conditions are needed to view the plants and constellations in the night sky? Queen Wilhelmina State Park checks all the boxes! Join a park interpreter to take in the night sky through the lens…

Tonight, we’ll take a caravan of golf carts out in search of nocturnal animals. Be sure to bring a flashlight! Space is limited and reservations are required. Reservations can be made…

Take the opportunity to view the night sky above Devil’s Den State Park. Be sure to dress for the weather and bring some lawn chairs or some blankets for sitting.