Enjoy stories, songs, and s’mores around the campfire with a park interpreter. Share river memories, nature facts, and classic songs. Bring a chair or blanket, mosquito repellent, and dress for the weather. All ages welcome.
Join a park interpreter on Trotting Fox Trail to spot tracks, scat, nests, and feeding marks—clues to hidden wildlife. Learn to use easy apps for identifying animals and plants. All ages welcome. Bring sturdy shoes, water, and insect repellent for this interactive outdoor program.
Discover the secret life of the forest on a 0.25-mile moderate hike along the Monument Trails. Led by a park interpreter, this scenic loop reveals how fallen trees still nourish wildlife, shelter creatures, and feed fungi. Lace up your shoes, bring water, and uncover the magic hidden in every log
Join a park interpreter to discover the joy of birding. We will cover the basics of using binoculars and field guides, as well as provide some tips on what to look for. All ages welcome. Binoculars and field guides will be available as supplies last.<br>
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Surrounded by forest, Mississippi River State Park is perfect for viewing the night sky. Join a park interpreter to create your very own night sky lantern! Participants are encouraged to bring their own cans, but we will have some to share.
Meet a park interpreter for a leisurely hike during the coolest part of the day. We will keep an eye out for the river otters that have been active on the water. <br> #ARSpringBreak <br>
Nature is full of color and today we are going in search for as many different colors as we can find. During our search we will discuss and explore some of the roles color plays in the natural world. This hike is 1-mile in length. Wear sturdy shoes or boots, bring water and don’t forget your insect
Touch and examine real animal furs with a park interpreter. Learn about native mammals and their adaptations through hands-on discovery. Bring your questions and curiosity for this interactive 30-minute session. All ages welcome.
Do you know how fast a dragonfly can fly? Or how they catch their prey? Join a park volunteer 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 something
Today we will have skulls from members of different classes of animals for you to compare and contrast. A park interpreter is available to help you discover what class of animal the various skulls belong to, and even the species.<br> #ARSpringBreak <br>