Preserve your memories and experiences in the great outdoors in a journal. Meet a park interpreter outside the Lake Center to make your own journal and learn some outdoor journaling tips. All materials are provided. This program lasts 45 minutes.

Meet a park interpreter to discover how a hiking stick can make your hike safer, enjoyable, and more memorable. We will discuss proper sizing, primary and secondary uses for a hiking stick, and how to personalize your stick for comfort and safety. Meet at the overlook.

What if you were lost in the wilderness without food, water, or shelter? What if you always had a tool on hand to help you? Paracord can be the answer and is an invaluable tool in any outdoor person's kit. Join a park interpreter to learn some of the basics of survival, make your paracord keychain

Want to brush up on your fish ID skills? Join a park interpreter outside the visitor center to play the Fish Name Game. We will learn what features can help you identify different fish, then put our new ID skills to the test during the game. This program is fun for the whole family.

Why do some fish prefer different bait than others? Meet a park interpreter to
discover how fish use their senses to navigate their underwater world and find food. We will
make a paper fish craft, all while uncovering the secret superpower of a
fish—their sixth sense! <i>#FreeFishingWeekend </i><i>#FishArkans</i>

<p>Slow down and discover the small, meaningful moments along the trail. Join a guided hike where you’ll capture beauty, color, and fun through a seasonal photo challenge. Bring your camera or phone—and your curiosity!</p><br><br>

<p>Explore the art of nature journaling and learn how to deepen your connection to the natural world. Through guided exercises, you’ll discover how using your pen to observe, wonder, and record can spark curiosity and enrich your outdoor experiences.</p><br><br>

Join us for "The Scoop on Poop!" and become a scatologist at Lake Frierson State Park! Explore the fascinating world of animal scat and learn how studying it can reveal what animals eat, where they live, and what they’re doing in the park.<br>

<p>Join us for a Hiking 101 training session. Learn how to plan for your hiking trip, pack your bag, and exercise your body to meet your future hiking goals. Then join us as we hit the 1.5-mile boundary trail. Be sure to wear weather-appropriate clothing and bring water. </p><br><br>

<p>Discover the science behind glowing wonders in nature! Join us as we learn why certain things glow and how this fascinating phenomenon works in plants, animals, and more.</p><br><br>