Explore the Arkansas Museum of Natural Resources with your young child. The "Tinkering for Tots" program is geared towards children ages 1-5. Through stories, music, movement and hands-on projects, children will learn about science and local history. Call (870) 725-2877 to reserve a place for your
Who uses our trees, and why is it important to us? Join a park interpreter to celebrate "Oaktober," on this informative 1/2-mile hike learning about all the life that surrounds and depend on oaks and their life cycles.
<p>Discover the people and events that
shaped this area before and after it became a state park on this van tour of
Hobbs State Park. A park interpreter will drive you to several locations while sharing our
local history. There is no charge for this event. Space is limited to 7 people. <b>Registration
is</b></p>
<p>We will begin with an indoor program about
light pollution and how it impacts wildlife, presented by Kent Marts and
Molly Ussery. Weather and cloud cover permitting, outdoor viewing will begin
about 9 p.m. with good views for the constellation Scorpius, the
Big Dipper, and several Messier (deep</p>
<p>Every summer evening the lake comes alive with a chorus of frogs! Meet a park interpreter to hear their song and learn the froggy faces behind our summer serenade. </p> <p> </p>
<p>Join a park interpreter for a chance to examine the unseen life that resides beneath the surface of Lake Bailey. We will learn about the unique ecosystem our lake supports, and the aquatic creatures we can spot from the water’s edge. </p> <p> </p> <p><b> </b></p>
Why does Lake Dardanelle have such a healthy bass population? The health of this fishery is partially due to the good conservation practices of the staff at Lake Dardanelle State Park. Join a park interpreter in the visitor center Orientation Room, they will talk about fish and how we can better
Join a park interpreter at the amphitheater to explore Petit Jean State Park’s most dangerous inhabitants. Learn how to avoid them, and what happens if you don’t! This program will last about 30 minutes.
The Arkansas River creates many recreational opportunities for us to enjoy. Join a park interpreter at the amphitheater for this program designed to give visitors the chance to experience some parks residents and learn to identify them.
The Arkansas River witnessed Cherokees move into the river valley and their forced removal during the Trail of Tears. Join a park interpreter at the kayak launch for a paddle tour history of the area and how the ever-changing Arkansas River has played a role. Registration is required, sign up at the