Planting Day

<p>Clean up and plant an herb garden. We will sow seeds from the past as we recreate a “Kitchen Garden” near our summer kitchen exhibit. Children will also be given their own special biodegradable planting pots to take home with soil and planted seeds. Wear plenty of sunscreen and bring water</p>

Sunset Kayak Tour

Want to relax in a kayak while watching the sunset colors dance on the open water? Join Park Interpreter Mystina for a sunset kayak tour on Lake Fort Smith. <b>Preregistration is required</b> and space is limited. Register at the marina or call (479) 369-1018. Ages under 6 are not permitted. There will be

Reptiles of Moro Bay

Join park staff and explore the world of some of Moro Bay State Park’s most common reptiles and have an opportunity to meet a live one.

Energized for Life

<p>A big web of energy connects plants and animals at Mount Magazine State Park, and all that energy comes from one particular star—the sun! Join a park interpreter and uncover the sun's story of how it is connected to all living things on Mount Magazine. This interactive program is best suited for</p>

Brews, Views, and Bonfires

Awaken your senses and ignite your spirit with Mississippi River State Park's campfire and coffee. Join a park interpreter for a cozy and invigorating retreat where the simplicity of nature meets the comfort of shared stories and steaming cups. This is a come and go program while supplies last. 

Annual Keep Arkansas Beautiful Crater Cleanup

Do your part to help clean up Crater of Diamonds State Park! We're hosting our annual cleanup event, in conjunction with the Keep Arkansas Beautiful Commission's fall Great Arkansas Cleanup campaign. Volunteers can sign up beginning at 9 a.m. to help pick up trash around the park. Trash bags and

Mosaic Stepping Stone Workshop

We're celebrating national Kids to the Parks Day! Learn how to make your very own mosaic stepping stone using materials found in the Crater of Diamonds State Park search area. The cost of this workshop includes a nonrefundable registration fee due by May 14 (pay the remaining $5 the day of the

Campfire Treats and Trivia

<p>Evenings&nbsp;are often a good time for a quick orientation to the park. Join a park&nbsp;interpreter to earn a sweet prize and to test your knowledge of the natural&nbsp;world around you! Supplies are limited to a first-come, first-served basis.&nbsp;</p><p><br></p><br>
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Guided Nature Hike

Meet at the Deer Run trailhead near the playground. Join a park ranger for an easy hike on the park trail through a mixed pine/hardwood forest. We will learn how to identify some trees, discover those with special uses. There may even be some you can taste if you want. <br>
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Keep Arkansas Beautiful: Woolly Hollow Cleanup

Meet our park staff to participate in the Great Arkansas Cleanup! Together we will pick up litter around the shoreline, trails, and day use area of the park. All supplies provided.&nbsp;

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