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Hike the Rainbow

You need every color to make a rainbow, just as every species is essential to Village Creek State Park's ecosystem. Join a park interpreter on this journey to find colorful connections along the ... You need every color to make a rainbow, just as every species is essential to Village Creek State Park's ecosystem. Join a park interpreter on this journey to find colorful connections along the ...
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Take Nothing But Pictures

Have you ever been hiking in a park and discovered a pretty rock and wanted to take it? Or a beautiful flower and wanted to pick it? Join a park interpreter to enjoy a wonderful stroll along a short p... Have you ever been hiking in a park and discovered a pretty rock and wanted to take it? Or a beautiful flower and wanted to pick it? Join a park interpreter to enjoy a wonderful stroll along a short p...
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Woolly Owl Prowl

Meet a park interpreter to learn about the unique lives of owls. After learning more about owls that can be seen in the park, we will take a short hike along the Enders Fault Trail to try and call in ... Meet a park interpreter to learn about the unique lives of owls. After learning more about owls that can be seen in the park, we will take a short hike along the Enders Fault Trail to try and call in ...
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Hikin' for Lichen

It covers our trees, rocks, and even buildings-but we seldom notice. Join a park interpreter to witness the hidden vibrance of Petit Jean State Park’s lichens. This is a moderately difficult... It covers our trees, rocks, and even buildings-but we seldom notice. Join a park interpreter to witness the hidden vibrance of Petit Jean State Park’s lichens. This is a moderately difficult...
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American Eagle Eye Sunset Kayak Tour

Kayak Cane Creek Lake with us in search of the majestic American eagle on Independence Day! These giant, beautiful birds are a sight and a privilege to behold! Join a park interpreter at sunset to cat... Kayak Cane Creek Lake with us in search of the majestic American eagle on Independence Day! These giant, beautiful birds are a sight and a privilege to behold! Join a park interpreter at sunset to cat...
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Burn Smart, Leave No Mark

Campfires can warm the night and cook our meals, but they can also scar the land for years. Join a park interpreter for a guided activity about how to enjoy fire sustainably and responsibly. From smar... Campfires can warm the night and cook our meals, but they can also scar the land for years. Join a park interpreter for a guided activity about how to enjoy fire sustainably and responsibly. From smar...
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4th of July Bike Parade

Come one, come all! Join the Mount Nebo community for their annual 4th of July Bike Parade. Everyone is welcome to attend, whether you have a bike or not. Bike decorations will be provided at the amph... Come one, come all! Join the Mount Nebo community for their annual 4th of July Bike Parade. Everyone is welcome to attend, whether you have a bike or not. Bike decorations will be provided at the amph...
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Not So Scary Snakes

Think all snakes are scary? Think again! In this fun, fact-filled program, students will discover the truth about snakes—how they move, why they bite (or don’t), and the important role they play at La... Think all snakes are scary? Think again! In this fun, fact-filled program, students will discover the truth about snakes—how they move, why they bite (or don’t), and the important role they play at La...
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Flow and Fly: Introduction to Fly Fishing

Fly fishing is more than a way to catch fish—it’s a peaceful, skillful dance with nature. During this beginner-friendly program, you’ll learn the basics of casting, gear setup, and how to “match the h... Fly fishing is more than a way to catch fish—it’s a peaceful, skillful dance with nature. During this beginner-friendly program, you’ll learn the basics of casting, gear setup, and how to “match the h...
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Inching Along Big Ben Hike

Little things at Village Creek State Park can lead you on big adventures! Join a park interpreter to hunt for natural objects one inch or smaller in size as we hike along the 0.5-mile Big Ben Trail (m... Little things at Village Creek State Park can lead you on big adventures! Join a park interpreter to hunt for natural objects one inch or smaller in size as we hike along the 0.5-mile Big Ben Trail (m...