Soldiers’ written observations and drawings provide historians with first-hand descriptions of what the landscape, people, and community looked like in 1862. Today, we will use our senses to describe and record our observations in the park while nature journaling. No skill or experience is necessary

<p>We are pleased that so many people have made First Day Hikes an annual tradition! It is exciting for Arkansas to be such a strong participant in this nationwide event occurring in all 50 state park systems. First Day Hikes are focused on healthy habits and lifelong memories. </p><p>This year for First Day</p>

Join Mississippi River State Park and Quapaw Canoe Company for a day on the Mississippi River. Everyone will paddle together with a guide from Quapaw and a staff member from Mississippi River State Park in a 16-man canoe. No previous experience necessary! Guests will travel 9 miles on the

<p>Daytime Performers - David &amp; Renee Wright<br /></p>

<p>Join local musicians from the Ozarks as they perform an unplugged, old-time
folk or roots music concert at the Blacksmith Stage in artisan Craft Village at 10:15 a.m., 11:15 a.m., 12:15 p.m., 1:45 p.m., 2:45 p.m.,
and 3:45 p.m.</p>

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turtle cross the road? Join Park Interpreter Haley to find out! With the help of a three-toed box turtle, we will discuss the different turtle species found within Daisy State Park and how we can protect them. </p><br>
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Join Park Interpreter Terry for a fun game of 'mad libs' with a nature twist. This is a fun way for families to connect with nature together.<br>
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<p>Join Park Interpreter<br>
Terry for a fun game of ‘Mad Libs’ with a NATURE twist..<b></b></p><br>
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Join Park Interpreter Terry for a game of 'mad libs' with a fun twist and a belly-laughing good time. This activity provides a fun way for families to connect with nature together.
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<p>Join Park Interpreter Terry for a game of<br />
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Join Park Interpreter Heather to discover more about our turtles. Then we even meet some of the little turtles who live here as we let them get exercise in the back yard of the visitor center. This program is great for the whole family