<p>11:30 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.<br />The Eastern wild turkey is one of the largest birds in North America with fossil records dating back over 5 million years. Did you know that a turkey can fly fast enough to break the posted speed limit on Highway 12? Can you judge a turkey’s mood by the size of its snood</p>
<p>The white-tailed deer is just one of the fascinating animals that call Hobbs State Park home.<b> </b>It’s time for the rut and now is the perfect time to learn more about these majestic creatures. We’ll have information on deer biology, chronic wasting disease and how habitat plays an important role in</p>
<p>Join a park interpreter for this easy, 1-mile guided walk along the Island Trail. Feel free to bring binoculars if you have some; this is a great trail for nature watching! </p>#FirstDayHikes #ArStateParks
<p>Join a park interpreter and start a
family tradition on Opt Outside Day, a day that encourages people to spend
Black Friday outdoors instead of shopping. We’ll enjoy being in nature with
family and friends as we hike the beautiful Shaddox Hollow Trail. This 1.5-mile
loop is moderately strenuous. We</p>
<p>Winter is a perfect time to enjoy the
growing hobby of bird feeding! While observing our feeders, learn to identify
some common feeder birds, as well as what foods you can offer them, different
feeder types and how to keep the birds healthy. A 15-minute program begins every
half hour. Come and go as</p>
Nature is neat at night! Are you brave enough to venture out into the nighttime forest? Join a park interpreter for this unique night hike. We’ll listen to the night sounds, learn about nocturnal animals and test our night vision. Be sure to bring a flashlight! #OptOutside
<p> Who doesn’t love a cozy campfire?<b> </b>Join
a park interpreter this evening for several rounds of trivia and
marshmallow roasting. Bring your nature questions! Marshmallows and roasting
sticks are provided on a first-come, first-served basis.<b> </b> </p>
Bundle up and enjoy a relaxing and scenic cruise on DeGray Lake! Discover the history of the lake, wildlife, view rock outcrops, and unique islands. Seating is limited—reservations can be made beginning noon the day before at the lodge front desk, (501) 865-5851. Stop by the lodge to pay and use the
Looking for an adventure? Join a park interpreter for a
guided eagle-watching cruise on DeGray Lake. We will spend the hour searching
for wintering bald eagles, ospreys, loons, herons, grebes, ducks, and more.
Bring binoculars if you have some- a limited number of loaners will be
available. It is
<p>Still hungry after the holiday? Dutch oven outdoor cooking is not only delicious, but it is the perfect way to make fond memories while staying at Arkansas' only Resort State Park! Join a park interpreter and learn the ins and outs of cooking outdoors with this historic cooking vessel, discuss</p>