Join a park interpreter for family fun playing traditional outdoor games, such as cornhole, Ladder Ball, softball, and the sack game. Afterward, cool off with a refreshing snowcone. All ages welcome.

Do you know how fast a dragonfly can fly? Or how they catch their prey? Join a park interpreter to watch these fascinating creatures as they patrol the lake and grassy areas to find the answers to these and other questions about these bejeweled wonders. Bring binoculars if you have them and

Today we are multi-tasking. We are going to reuse your old tin cans, mason jars, or other non-flammable container to keep them out of the landfill and create something to help keep those pesky mosquitoes away at the same time. Drop by between 2 p.m. and 3 p.m. to make a citronella candle. Bring an

Explore top birding spots in Mississippi River State Park and St. Francis National Forest by van with a park interpreter. Binoculars and guides provided if needed. Space limited—preregister at the visitor center at least one
hour in advance.<br> <br>

Stop by the exploration table to see if you can guess which native mammal hides we have out today. Our park staff will have hints and pictures available if you need them and to help younger visitors figure out what they are looking at and touching. Plus we will have curious facts for you to try and

<p>Guess what has lots of knees but no feet? Have you ever wondered about those huge, strange trees that look like giants from the Amazon rain forest? We’ll explore some of the fascinating natural history of these ancient giants of our lowland forests and look at their various parts! </p><br />

Explore the lives of bears! Learn fun facts about their habitat, diet, and behavior!

Fall is almost upon us! Why do some leaves change colors while others don't? Join a park interpreter to learn about the different tree species here at the park and match leaves to trees!

Learn about all of the nocturnal critters that call Lake Sylvia home! 

Learn the many kinds of trees at Lake Sylvia by looking at their leaves. Create a fun leaf printing craft!