Search Results

Event

Don’t Tread on Me

Jackson County is home to many species of snakes but not all of them are dangerous to humans—in fact, snakes are very helpful! Join a park interpreter in the day use area (picnic table nearest restroo... Jackson County is home to many species of snakes but not all of them are dangerous to humans—in fact, snakes are very helpful! Join a park interpreter in the day use area (picnic table nearest restroo...
Event

Confluence Connections Hike

The confluence of the Black and White Rivers have shaped the past and will shape the future of Jacksonport State Park and the surrounding area. Join a park interpreter in the boat launch parking lot (... The confluence of the Black and White Rivers have shaped the past and will shape the future of Jacksonport State Park and the surrounding area. Join a park interpreter in the boat launch parking lot (...
Event

Resourceful Raptors—Vultures

Eagles and hawks are not the only raptors soaring overhead. Join a park interpreter in the day-use area (1st picnic table nearest restroom) to unlock the secrets of success which vultures have mastere... Eagles and hawks are not the only raptors soaring overhead. Join a park interpreter in the day-use area (1st picnic table nearest restroom) to unlock the secrets of success which vultures have mastere...
Event

Dixie’s Home Front

With their fathers, brothers, and husbands gone off to fight in the Civil War, Southern women had to do not only their own housework but learn to take on the jobs of their male relatives, too! Join a ... With their fathers, brothers, and husbands gone off to fight in the Civil War, Southern women had to do not only their own housework but learn to take on the jobs of their male relatives, too! Join a ...
Event

Dip Net Discovery

What tiny creatures are hiding in the waters of DeGray Lake? This is your chance to find out and discuss the role of these elusive wonders. Meet a park interpreter for this hands-on activity and see w... What tiny creatures are hiding in the waters of DeGray Lake? This is your chance to find out and discuss the role of these elusive wonders. Meet a park interpreter for this hands-on activity and see w...
Event

Dragonfly Flyby

What is there to know about these tiny aerial acrobats? Meet a park interpreter and discover it for yourself! Be sure to wear clothes and shoes that can get wet and dirty. We will provide nets for an ... What is there to know about these tiny aerial acrobats? Meet a park interpreter and discover it for yourself! Be sure to wear clothes and shoes that can get wet and dirty. We will provide nets for an ...
Event

Intro to Stand Up Paddleboarding

Stand up paddleboarding is one of the fastest-growing recreational sports. Arkansas is a natural fit for this sport with an abundance of clean, clear lakes and rivers around the state. Join a park int... Stand up paddleboarding is one of the fastest-growing recreational sports. Arkansas is a natural fit for this sport with an abundance of clean, clear lakes and rivers around the state. Join a park int...
Event

Kayak Stargazing

DeGray Lake is stunning at night, especially during a new moon. Join us for a truly unique kayaking experience where we will paddle out to a nearby island with a sandy beach to enjoy some unspoiled vi... DeGray Lake is stunning at night, especially during a new moon. Join us for a truly unique kayaking experience where we will paddle out to a nearby island with a sandy beach to enjoy some unspoiled vi...
Event

Soda Can Fishing

Forgot your fishing pole? No problem! Join a park interpreter to discover an innovative way to fish on a whim. All you will need to bring is an empty soda can (or bottle), and we will show you the res... Forgot your fishing pole? No problem! Join a park interpreter to discover an innovative way to fish on a whim. All you will need to bring is an empty soda can (or bottle), and we will show you the res...
Event

Morning Kayak Expedition

Seeing DeGray Lake is not the same as experiencing it! Hands down, one of the best ways to enjoy the lake is from inside a kayak, paddling along the shoreline and exploring beautiful coves. No paddlin... Seeing DeGray Lake is not the same as experiencing it! Hands down, one of the best ways to enjoy the lake is from inside a kayak, paddling along the shoreline and exploring beautiful coves. No paddlin...