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Watercolor by Water’s Edge

Time for a creek side painting session where water meets color! Whether you're a seasoned artist or picking up a brush for the first time, this program is for all skill levels. Supplies are limited an... Time for a creek side painting session where water meets color! Whether you're a seasoned artist or picking up a brush for the first time, this program is for all skill levels. Supplies are limited an...
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Early Risers Hike: A Yellow Rock Adventure

As the sun rises, we'll explore the trail's unique features, including its terrain, flora, and views of the Lee Creek Valley. This is a moderate 2-mile hike offering a peaceful start to your day, allo... As the sun rises, we'll explore the trail's unique features, including its terrain, flora, and views of the Lee Creek Valley. This is a moderate 2-mile hike offering a peaceful start to your day, allo...
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Pedals and Preparation: The Essentials of Mountain Biking on Monument Trails

Learn the basics of mountain biking safety and preparedness. Discover what gear to carry and how to handle common trail challenges. Whether you're new to the sport or need a refresher, this program wi... Learn the basics of mountain biking safety and preparedness. Discover what gear to carry and how to handle common trail challenges. Whether you're new to the sport or need a refresher, this program wi...
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Eagle Experts

Lake Catherine State Park occupies one of the famous bird species in the world, the Bald Eagle. Meet a park interpreter at the Nature Cabin to learn more about these apex predators and how to spot the... Lake Catherine State Park occupies one of the famous bird species in the world, the Bald Eagle. Meet a park interpreter at the Nature Cabin to learn more about these apex predators and how to spot the...
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Barn Owl Box Workshop

Celebrate National Owl Awareness Day with a special hands-on workshop at Lake Chicot State Park! Join us as we dive into the fascinating world of barn owls and build your very own barn owl nesting box... Celebrate National Owl Awareness Day with a special hands-on workshop at Lake Chicot State Park! Join us as we dive into the fascinating world of barn owls and build your very own barn owl nesting box...
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Great Backyard Bird Count: Lake Tour

Join a park interpreter for a relaxing birding tour on the calm waters of Lake Chicot as we participate in the annual Great Backyard Bird Count. We’ll cruise along the shoreline to spot winter waterfo... Join a park interpreter for a relaxing birding tour on the calm waters of Lake Chicot as we participate in the annual Great Backyard Bird Count. We’ll cruise along the shoreline to spot winter waterfo...
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Mountain Medicine Hike

Settlers originally sought out Rich Mountain to help heal medical ailments, restore the weary, and bolster the soul. The mountain has a long history of providing a source of natural medicine. Join a p... Settlers originally sought out Rich Mountain to help heal medical ailments, restore the weary, and bolster the soul. The mountain has a long history of providing a source of natural medicine. Join a p...
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Knots for Campers

Learn essential knots every camper should know in this hands-on program led by a park interpreter. From securing tents and tarps to tying safe lanyards and lashings, you’ll practice simple, useful kno... Learn essential knots every camper should know in this hands-on program led by a park interpreter. From securing tents and tarps to tying safe lanyards and lashings, you’ll practice simple, useful kno...
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Weavers of the Woods Hike

Discover the master weavers of the forest during this guided hike. We’ll start with an introduction to spider silk and common web structures, then take an easy 1-mile hike along the Spring Trail in se... Discover the master weavers of the forest during this guided hike. We’ll start with an introduction to spider silk and common web structures, then take an easy 1-mile hike along the Spring Trail in se...
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Hike through History

The roots of Queen Wilhelmina State Park’s history sink deep into the soil of Rich Mountain. Take an easy 1.5-mile hike on Lover’s Leap with a park interpreter and hear about the area’s history, legen... The roots of Queen Wilhelmina State Park’s history sink deep into the soil of Rich Mountain. Take an easy 1.5-mile hike on Lover’s Leap with a park interpreter and hear about the area’s history, legen...