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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...
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Dungeons and Dragonflies

Village Creek State Park is protected by dragons! Well, dragonflies, that is. Meet a park interpreter outside the visitor center to learn about the park's dragons and how they are the unsung heroes of... Village Creek State Park is protected by dragons! Well, dragonflies, that is. Meet a park interpreter outside the visitor center to learn about the park's dragons and how they are the unsung heroes of...
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Nature Cabin

Drop in to the nature cabin to discover the wonders that make Lake Catherine State Park so special. Park interpreters are available to give brief programs; help start your explorer program or answer a... Drop in to the nature cabin to discover the wonders that make Lake Catherine State Park so special. Park interpreters are available to give brief programs; help start your explorer program or answer a...
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A River Ran Wild

Join us for a hands-on experience as we explore Lynne Cherry’s powerful tale of environmental change and restoration. Through interactive storytelling and activities, we’ll connect the journey of the ... Join us for a hands-on experience as we explore Lynne Cherry’s powerful tale of environmental change and restoration. Through interactive storytelling and activities, we’ll connect the journey of the ...
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Stars in the Sandstone

The night sky over Petit Jean State Park has remained a source of curiosity and inspiration for generations. Join a park interpreter for a special look into the celestial stories these ancient pictogr... The night sky over Petit Jean State Park has remained a source of curiosity and inspiration for generations. Join a park interpreter for a special look into the celestial stories these ancient pictogr...
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Owl Pellet Dissection

What is an owl's favorite food? Join a park interpreter to learn more about the diet of the owls in Woolly Hollow State Park. This program includes a pellet dissection; all supplies will be provided. What is an owl's favorite food? Join a park interpreter to learn more about the diet of the owls in Woolly Hollow State Park. This program includes a pellet dissection; all supplies will be provided.