Girl Scouts Love State Parks 2025: Turning Trash into Treasure

<p>Grab your scraps! Getting rid of
litter is a great way to Leave No Trace at Village Creek State Park. Join a
park interpreter to learn how you can transform your paper scraps into a
wearable jewelry keepsake. Scouts are invited to bring unused magazines,
newspapers, craft scraps, or other unused</p>

A Good Way to Spend Your Tree Time

"Wood" you like to learn more about the trees? Meet a park interpreter at the Little Missouri River trailhead for a 1/2-mile guided hike along the Little Missouri River paved trail to learn more about Crater of Diamonds State Park's tree community. Participants will discover more common Arkansas

Girl Scouts Love State Parks Day: Play the Past

<p> Girl Scouts, come to the museum and “Play
the Past.” Explore local history, as you
experience the 1920s South Arkansas oil boom. Discover how daily life during the rush for black gold was in some ways
similar, but in other ways different from life today. Get outdoors and walk through the Oil Park</p>

Labor Day Kayak Float on the White River

Join a park interpreter for a scenic kayak tour along the White River as we observe flora and fauna of the Ozarks. Meet at the state park trout dock for a quick introduction to kayaking before departure. All gear is provided. Wear clothing that can get wet and water shoes or sandals. Please bring a

Biking the Trotting Fox Trail

Bring your bike and ride the scenic Trotting Fox Trail with a park interpreter. Learn trail etiquette and tips for safe biking while exploring the beauty of nature. Helmets are required.

Girl Scouts Love State Parks: Leave No Trace Watercolors

Do you know the 7 principles of Leave No Trace? Join a park interpreter to make your very own artwork and learn about the different ways we can help keep our park clean and healthy for other visitors and the critters that live here. All supplies provided. No registration required. #GSLoveStateParks

Girl Scouts Love State Parks: Survival Skills

Do you know the rule of 3? Join a park interpreter and learn basic fire-starting skills, orienteering, and more! No registration required. #GSLoveStateParks <br>

Girl Scouts Love State Parks: Owl Pellet Dissection

Join a park interpreter in the classroom as we investigate the life of an owl. Explore the various species of owls found in Arkansas, their diet and how they play a key role in the ecosystem. This is a fascinating hands-on activity for all ages! No registration required. #GSLoveStateParks

Build a Bat with Crayons

Get creative and learn about bats through arts! Join a park interpreter to color, cut, and assemble your own bat using crayons and paper. All materials provided. 

Find the Famous Finds Scavenger Hunt

Did you know you can visit the actual spot of nine of our most famous diamond finds? Find shovels placed throughout the search area to learn about these spectacular gems and take a selfie with the famous find shovels! This activity takes place in the search area so paid admission is required. Wear

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