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Whose Leaves Are These?

Fall is here! Why do some leaves change colors while others don't? Join a park interpreter to learn about the various tree species in the park and identify leaves by matching them to their correspondi... Fall is here! Why do some leaves change colors while others don't? Join a park interpreter to learn about the various tree species in the park and identify leaves by matching them to their correspondi...
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Let's Talk Cypress

Guess what has lots of knees but no feet? Have you ever wondered about those huge, strange trees that look like giants from the Amazon rain forest? We’ll explore some of the fascinating natural&n... Guess what has lots of knees but no feet? Have you ever wondered about those huge, strange trees that look like giants from the Amazon rain forest? We’ll explore some of the fascinating natural&n...
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Curious Facts Mammal Quiz

Stop by the exploration table to see if you can guess which native mammal hides we have out today. Our park staff will have hints and pictures available if you need them and to help younger visitors f... Stop by the exploration table to see if you can guess which native mammal hides we have out today. Our park staff will have hints and pictures available if you need them and to help younger visitors f...
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Birding Van Tour of the Forest

Explore top birding spots in Mississippi River State Park and St. Francis National Forest by van with a park interpreter. Binoculars and guides provided if needed. Space limited—preregister at th... Explore top birding spots in Mississippi River State Park and St. Francis National Forest by van with a park interpreter. Binoculars and guides provided if needed. Space limited—preregister at th...
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Can Good Candles

Today we are multi-tasking. We are going to reuse your old tin cans, mason jars, or other non-flammable container to keep them out of the landfill and create something to help keep those pesky mosquit... Today we are multi-tasking. We are going to reuse your old tin cans, mason jars, or other non-flammable container to keep them out of the landfill and create something to help keep those pesky mosquit...
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Cornhole and Snowcones

Join a park interpreter for family fun playing traditional outdoor games, such as cornhole, Ladder Ball, softball, and the sack game. Afterward, cool off with a refreshing snowcone. All ages welcome. Join a park interpreter for family fun playing traditional outdoor games, such as cornhole, Ladder Ball, softball, and the sack game. Afterward, cool off with a refreshing snowcone. All ages welcome.
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Edible Insects

Insects are everywhere, and some of them are even considered delicacies around the world. Join a park interpreter and see who really eats bugs. Bring your appetite and take a bite, or come and watch! ... Insects are everywhere, and some of them are even considered delicacies around the world. Join a park interpreter and see who really eats bugs. Bring your appetite and take a bite, or come and watch! ...
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Wrap Up

We will be exploring and crafting green-friendly gift wrap. Homemade wrapping paper, stamps, and personalized gift boxes! We will be exploring and crafting green-friendly gift wrap. Homemade wrapping paper, stamps, and personalized gift boxes!
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Bird Buddies

Learn all about Lake Sylvia's bird buddies! See taxidermy examples of common bird species, then see if you can find them in the Day Use Area!  Learn all about Lake Sylvia's bird buddies! See taxidermy examples of common bird species, then see if you can find them in the Day Use Area! 
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Water Balloon Day at Bear Creek

Celebrate Water Balloon Day with games and splashes at Bear Creek! Join a park interpreter for cool, water-filled fun perfect for all ages. Bring your swimsuit, towel, and sunscreen. Celebrate Water Balloon Day with games and splashes at Bear Creek! Join a park interpreter for cool, water-filled fun perfect for all ages. Bring your swimsuit, towel, and sunscreen.