Enrich your experiences here at Lake Catherine State Park through nature journaling! Join a park interpreter at the trailhead for a hike along the Falls Branch Trail. We will take the easy 1/2-mile shortcut to the falls. Bring water and wear comfortable walking shoes.
Join a park interpreter to hike the Lake Sylvia Loop Trail. Learn what birds stay at Lake Sylvia over the winter and see if you can spot them! This hike is about a mile long, has a slight incline, and will be taken at a slow pace. Make sure to wear warm clothing, good hiking shoes, and bring water
Visit Lake Sylvia for some winter fun! Enjoy creating a coaster craft inside the historic Ogden Hall. Paint a winter scene on a wooden coaster inspired by our parks' beauty, perfect for a decoration!
Relax and unwind as you learn about snow while making a fun and festive craft! Engage in a brief program with a park interpreter about the science of snow. Then enjoy crafting a beautiful snowflake suncatcher, the perfect winter decoration!
Join a park interpreter for a guided hike through the winter woods! Enjoy the serene beauty of the Trees of the Forest Interpretive Trail. Afterwards, sip on a cup of hot cocoa! The trail is 0.5 miles long, moderate, and will be taken at a slow pace. Make sure to wear warm clothing, good hiking
<p>The holidays can often be hectic and what
you need is to slow down and relax. Join a park interpreter who will lead you
on an easy, 1/2-mile hike through the forest. At the end of the hike, we’ll use
some mindfulness techniques from the Quiet Hour program to slow our minds and
be present in the</p>
<p>What is that big bird soaring in the sky? It’s a vulture! Join a park interpreter to look for and learn about these intriguing birds while picking up litter on this easy, 1-mile guided walk along the Island Trail. Trash bags and gloves will be provided. #OptOutside</p>
Travel back in time to experience true stories from Crater of Diamonds before it became a state park. Meet a park interpreter at the Diamond Discovery Center, lower level. Paid admission is required because we will be entering the search area. Wear comfortable walking shoes and bring water.
Did you know Pinnacle Mountain State Park used to be surrounded by logging camps? Or that some of our trees act like mega-skyscrapers, playing a host to a multitude of wildlife? Who uses our trees, and why is it important to us? Join a park interpreter on #OptOutside weekend as we walk the Arkansas
As part of Mount Magazine State Park's Centennial Celebration, special guest Matthew Anderson, biologist with U.S. Forest Service, will reveal a special resource at Mount Magazine State Park- bats! Learn what professionals like Matt are doing to protect bats of the Ozark-St. Francis National Forest