Resourceful Raptors--Vultures

Eagles and hawks are not the only raptors soaring overhead. Join a park interpreter to unlock the secrets of success which vultures have mastered. From eyesight and smell to teamwork and smarts, there's more to them than what meets the eye. In this program we test our vulture senses, so be ready for

Nature's Twinkle Lights

Lightning bugs or fireflies? Whatever you call them, these little insects have delighted people for generations with their glow. Join Park Interpreter Kara to learn how they glow and why it's so important for their survival.&nbsp;<br><br><br>
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Safety With A Splash

"Water" your plans on the river this summer? Join a park interpreter to learn how to keep the fun going by taking some simple steps to avoid common water hazards. 

Free Fishing Weekend Information Station

Join a park interpreter to check out the free resources that Jacksonport State Park can offer you to enjoy Free Fishing Weekend! Whether you are experienced or just beginning in this fun and relaxing hobby, you can check out some information, chat with park staff, and even borrow a rod to use for

Backyard Bass

Backyard Bass is the perfect game for beginning anglers of all ages. Join a park interpreter to learn more about fishing and practicing your casting skills while staying high and dry in this fun game! We will learn about some of the fish found on the White River and may even have a "bass tournament"

Steamboats: Building White River Communities Since 1831

Most people know that steamboats carried raw materials down the White River to markets in the south and east, but what did steamboats bring back? How did they build the towns and villages along the 700-mile stretch of the White River? Meet a park interpreter to learn the story of how steamboats were

Where the Rivers Meet

<p>The confluence of the Black and White Rivers have shaped the past
and will shape the future of Jacksonport State Park and the surrounding area. Join
a park interpreter to
learn about "stewardship" and how becoming a good land steward
of the confluence area of the Black and White Rivers and</p>

In Search of the White River Monster

Join a park interpreter for a hike along the beach and learn about the history of White River Monster sightings while watching for items that may have been mistaken for this mythical monster in the past. Don't forget to bring a camera and binoculars! If we do find him, it's always good to have proof

What's that Smell?

Visit with a park interpreter to learn about the beautiful, but smelly striped skunks that call Arkansas home. What do they eat? How long do they live? Other than their odor, what makes them special? Avoidance procedures and odor control will be discussed.

Go Outside and Play!

Ball and cup, buzz saw, graces, and rolling hoops are just some of the toys that were used by pioneer children. Try your hand with these toys and learn about the life of a pioneer child. Even exasperated 19th century moms sometimes had to say, "Go outside and play!"

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