Stick Mule Races

All work and no play makes mules just as bored as it would people! Join museum staff to have some fun with the most agreeable mules around as we race wooden stick mules and celebrate these farm MVPs.

Summer Plant Survey

Help Plantation Agriculture Museum to better understand the environment of the park by helping us document the plants that live here. Visitors are invited to join park staff and identify the plants big and small that make their home at the museum.

There's Something Fishy Going On

<p>Join us to explore the anatomy of fish and the unique species found in Lake Frierson. Learn about where these fish live, how their features help them survive, and discover the diverse aquatic world right here in the park!</p><br>

Bugs vs. Insects: What’s the Difference?

<p>Not all bugs are insects—but are all insects bugs? Join us at Lake Frierson State Park for fun, hands-on adventure where kids will learn to spot the difference, search for tiny critters, and discover how these small but mighty creatures help keep the park healthy.</p><b><br></b>

Bug Bonanza

<p>Join a park interpreter on a buggy scavenger hunt around Lake Frierson State Park. Discover where bugs hide, how they help the forest, and why they’re more awesome than you think! This hands-on adventure will have you searching high and low for creepy crawlies and fun clues that help reveal the</p>

Summer Kickoff Kayak Tour

<p>Paddle into the golden hour with us! Join a park interpreter for a peaceful evening kayak tour and experience Lake Catherine like never before. As we glide across the calm waters, we’ll explore the lake’s unique aquatic life, spot shoreline wildlife, and discover what makes this hidden gem so</p>

Summer Kickoff Campfire

Join a park interpreter around the campfire by the trailhead for good company and warm drinks. Coffee and sweet treats will be provided on a first-come, first-serve basis. This program is a come-and-go program with a short story shared at the beginning of it. The fire will be ready for your company

Geocaching Hike (Island Trail)

<p>Join the 21st century and discover what geocaching is all about. We’ll take a crash course in one of the fastest-growing activities in America. Then we will hit the trail in search of an actual cache! Smartphone users are encouraged to download a geocaching app in advance to be ready for the action</p>

Creepy Crawlies Night Hike

What creatures can be found lurking around DeGray Lake Resort State Park at night? Join a park interpreter to find out! After diving into the world of creepy crawlies, we will embark on a journey to search for them along the Towering Pines Trail. Be sure to wear sturdy shoes from this exciting

Trees of Hobbs Tabletop

<p>The park is dominated by forests made up of various tree species, including the now rare Ozark chinquapin. Discover more about these TREE-mendous providers of food, shelter, and oxygen, as well as other important products, for us and many forest creatures. <a rel="nofollow" target="_blank">A 15-minute program begins every </a>half-hour</p>

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