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Scenic Lake Tour
Tuesday, June 10, 2025
/ 2 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.
Lake Ouachita's immense size, pristine shoreline, and numerous islands offer breathtaking scenery that is unparalleled in the state. Enjoy a tour with a park interpreter as you explore the wildlife,…
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Wearable Water Cycle
Tuesday, June 10, 2025
/ 2 p.m. - 3 p.m.
As the Arkansas River journeys through Lake Dardanelle it continually shapes the land and creates opportunities for people like you. Discover the many stops a drop of water makes on its journey…
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Sunset Cruise
Tuesday, June 10, 2025
/ 7:30 p.m. - 8:30 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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Full Moon Kayak Tour
Tuesday, June 10, 2025
/ 8 p.m. - 10 p.m.
Spend the evening paddling on Beaver Lake with
a park interpreter under the full moon. Learn the basics of kayaking, see
what’s visible in the night sky, and enjoy the sounds of the night on the…
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We Can Take It
Tuesday, June 10, 2025
/ 8:45 p.m. - 9:30 p.m.
This motto of the Civilian Conservation Corps inspired the boys of 1933! Join the assistant superintendent to discover their story and the history of Devil’s Den State Park tonight at the…
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Lightning Bug Lingo
Tuesday, June 10, 2025
/ 9 p.m. - 9:30 p.m.
Humans use light for
communicating in a number of ways - from green and red traffic lights to
flashing car turn signals; from the light of an emergency signal fire to the…
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Archeological Excavation: Guided Walking Tour
Wednesday, June 11, 2025
/ 9:30 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.
Plum Bayou Mounds Archeological State Park will host an archeological excavation during the first two weeks of June, and you’re invited! This is one of the largest and most impressive archeological…
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Lake Cruise
Wednesday, June 11, 2025
/ 10 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
Sign up in advance for a relaxing cruise on Bull Shoals Lake. Sit back and enjoy the breezes as we explore this fascinating Ozark region and learn how the construction of the dam shaped both the…
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Spinning and Lace Making Demonstration
Wednesday, June 11, 2025
/ 10 a.m. - 12 p.m.
In this special showcase, local spinners will share how they craft fibers into yarn and lacemakers will exhibit the creation of handmade laces. They welcome all interested visitors to join them for an…
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Diamond Mining 101
Wednesday, June 11, 2025
/ 10 a.m. - 10:15 a.m.
Meet a park interpreter in the Diamond Discovery Center to learn the tricks of the trade at this demonstration of diamond searching methods!
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Wild Wednesdays: Snakes
Wednesday, June 11, 2025
/ 10 a.m. - 11 a.m.
Join the park interpreter to learn more about the park's most misunderstood creatures and why they call this place home. You will have the chance to meet a live snake and make a craft.
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Kick and Pick
Wednesday, June 11, 2025
/ 10 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.
Remember when you used to go craw-daddin’? Meet a park interpreter to take a short walk to the water of Lee Creek to see what tiny, aquatic living
things live under the rocks in the water. Please…
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Rockin' Art
Wednesday, June 11, 2025
/ 10 a.m. - 11 a.m.
There are so many ways of expressing yourself through art, but did you know American Indians also used art to express themselves? Join a park interpreter to learn how American Indians used art. Call…
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Archeological Excavation: Archeology Pieces Together the Past
Wednesday, June 11, 2025
/ 11 a.m. - 12 p.m.
Plum Bayou Mounds Archeological State Park will
host an archeological excavation during the first two weeks of June, and you’re
invited! During this program, we
will have a few artifacts found during…
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"Got Water?" Monument Trail Tabletop
Wednesday, June 11, 2025
/ 1 p.m. - 3 p.m.
Water is essential to have available on your
outdoor adventures, whether hiking or biking the trails. Learn how to figure
out how much water you need to take on hikes or rides to avoid…
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Rockin' Art
Wednesday, June 11, 2025
/ 2 p.m. - 3 p.m.
There are so many ways of expressing yourself through art, but did you know American Indians also used art to express themselves? Join a park interpreter to learn how American Indians used art. Call…
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Kayak Koving
Wednesday, June 11, 2025
/ 2 p.m. - 4 p.m.
Kayaking gives you the opportunity to interact with Lake Ouachita in a fun and engaging way. Join a park interpreter as we paddle out to explore nearby coves. Kayaks, paddles and…
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Survival Keychains
Wednesday, June 11, 2025
/ 2 p.m. - 2:45 p.m.
Imagine you are lost and stranded in the wilderness without food or gear. What will it take to survive? Join a park interpreter to learn the basics of survival while making your own survival keychain…
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DIY Wire Wrap Rock Picture Holder
Wednesday, June 11, 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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Archeological Excavation: Guided Tram Tour
Wednesday, June 11, 2025
/ 2 p.m. - 3 p.m.
Plum Bayou Mounds Archeological State Park will host an archeological excavation during the first two weeks of June, and you’re invited! This is one of the largest and most impressive archeological…
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