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Plant Parts

What do the words stem, anther, stigma and petal have in common? They are all parts of a flower! Dive into the world of pollination and explore the anatomy of Cossatot River State Park's wildflowers w... What do the words stem, anther, stigma and petal have in common? They are all parts of a flower! Dive into the world of pollination and explore the anatomy of Cossatot River State Park's wildflowers w...
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Micro Hike

Have you ever imagined the world from the perspective of a bug? Join a park interpreter as we slow down and observe the smaller elements in the landscape– you never know what you might find! This trai... Have you ever imagined the world from the perspective of a bug? Join a park interpreter as we slow down and observe the smaller elements in the landscape– you never know what you might find! This trai...
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Pollinator Gardening

Ever wonder what types of plants are pollinator-friendly? Join a park interpreter as we discuss different species of plants that are beneficial to pollinators. Learn about the relationship between pol... Ever wonder what types of plants are pollinator-friendly? Join a park interpreter as we discuss different species of plants that are beneficial to pollinators. Learn about the relationship between pol...
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Toads vs Frogs

Unleash your inner zoologist and immerse yourself in the amazing realm of toads and frogs with the park interpreters. Test your new knowledge as you differentiate the life cycles of toads from frogs. Unleash your inner zoologist and immerse yourself in the amazing realm of toads and frogs with the park interpreters. Test your new knowledge as you differentiate the life cycles of toads from frogs.
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Owl Pellet Dissection

Join a park interpreter in the classroom as we investigate the life of an owl. This is a sanitary, hands-on activity that is fascinating for all ages! Join a park interpreter in the classroom as we investigate the life of an owl. This is a sanitary, hands-on activity that is fascinating for all ages!
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Woolly Mammals

Have you ever felt the fur of a bobcat? Meet a park interpreter at the Woolly Cabin to learn about our native mammals and feel their furs. This program is great for any age and will last around 3... Have you ever felt the fur of a bobcat? Meet a park interpreter at the Woolly Cabin to learn about our native mammals and feel their furs. This program is great for any age and will last around 3...
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Guess that Creature

How well do you know the special creatures and features of Lake Ouachita State Park? Meet a park interpreter to take the "creature challenge." We see how good you at are at identifying photos, objects... How well do you know the special creatures and features of Lake Ouachita State Park? Meet a park interpreter to take the "creature challenge." We see how good you at are at identifying photos, objects...
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Gold Creek Hike

Join a park interpreter at the Gold Creek trailhead for a 1/5th-mile hike to become acquainted with some of the birds, trees, and wildflowers that live in Woolly Hollow State Park. Wear stur... Join a park interpreter at the Gold Creek trailhead for a 1/5th-mile hike to become acquainted with some of the birds, trees, and wildflowers that live in Woolly Hollow State Park. Wear stur...
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Sunset on the Lake

Join a park interpreter at the fishing pier to connect with the world around you and enjoy a beautiful sunset over Lake Bennet. This program is great for making memories with family and friends. Join a park interpreter at the fishing pier to connect with the world around you and enjoy a beautiful sunset over Lake Bennet. This program is great for making memories with family and friends.
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Go Play Outside! BINGO Hike

Kids to Parks Day is a national day of outdoor play celebrated annually on the third Saturday of May. The day connects kids and families with their local, state, and national parks and public lan... Kids to Parks Day is a national day of outdoor play celebrated annually on the third Saturday of May. The day connects kids and families with their local, state, and national parks and public lan...