Secrets of the Forest: Scavenger Hunt

<p>Join us for a guided scavenger hunt at Lake Frierson State Park to explore the forest’s hidden secrets. Use clues to uncover how plants, animals, and the environment all work together to create a thriving ecosystem. Come discover the secrets of the forest!</p><br>

Sunset-Moonrise Kayak Tour

DeGray Lake is often at its calmest during the night, and this makes for some pristine flatwater kayaking conditions. Join a park interpreter to enjoy the cooler, quieter side of DeGray Lake as we kayak under the last rays of the setting sun, giving way to a starry night sky and a full moon rising

Lightning Bug Lingo

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<p>Humans use light for<br />
communicating in a number of ways - from green and red traffic lights to<br />
flashing car turn signals; from the light of an emergency signal fire to the casual<br />
backlight of your everyday smartphone. While speech is our most effective<br />
form of communication</p>

Be an Explorer (Dardanelle Area)

<p>Interested in becoming an Arkansas State Parks
Explorer? Meet a park interpreter on the Dardanelle side of the park in the
grassy area near the playground to learn how to get started! The Explorer
Program is intended for young people ages 6-14 (though all ages are welcome)
who care about nature</p>

Sunset Kayaking on Dardanelle Bay

Lake Dardanelle State Park is known for its stunning sunsets. Enjoy the beauty as we paddle along some of the seldom seen shorelines of this 34,000-acre lake. Sign up at the visitor center or call (479) 967-5516 at least one day in advance. Ages 11 and under are not permitted. We will meet on the

The Arkansas Traveler (Dardanelle Area)

Lake Dardanelle State Park is the site of many unique events in history, and the Arkansas Traveler is one that has molded Arkansas folklore for years. The painting is thought to have been based on this area. Meet a park interpreter on the Dardanelle side of the park in the pavilion to discover the

Fashion a Fish (Dardanelle Area)

Learn about the wide variety of shapes and sizes of fish that live in Lake Dardanelle due to its health and diversity. Join a park interpreter on the Dardanelle side of the park in the pavilion and create a fish of your own.&nbsp;

Pollinator Week: Paper Pollinators

Origami helps us unfold a sweet pollinator scene at Mount Magazine State Park! With the instruction of a park interpreter, guests will<br />
create a papery representation of the pollination process. This program will be particularly enjoyed by ages 10-17, but all ages are welcome! All material will be

Pollinator Week: Benefield's Butterflies Hike

Experience the benefits of hiking outdoors on historic Benefield Trail. Breathtaking views can be expected on this hike, and, in celebration of Pollinator Week, watch for beautiful butterflies! Seasonally appropriate attire, drinking water, sturdy hiking shoes, insect repellent, and sunscreen

Pollinator Week: Highpoint Hike

Think highly of the pollinators and wildflowers on the way to the Highpoint on Signal Hill! This is part of Mount Magazine State Park's celebration of Pollinator Week! Seasonally
appropriate attire, drinking water, sturdy hiking shoes, insect repellent, and
sunscreen (although this hike is very

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