Celebrate one of Arkansas' beautiful hiking trails by joining a park interpreter on a scenic stretch of Ouachita Trail at Pinnacle Mountain State Park! Expect to hike some steep hills and uneven terrain in parts of this hike. We will meet at the River View Center, near the Ouachita trailhead, and

<p>“Arboretum” translates to “a place for trees,” and this 1/2-mile paved trail exhibits dozens of native trees and plants. Join a park interpreter to discover the botanical life found in the natural divisions of the state. This is also an excellent place for birders to catch a glimpse of a variety of</p>

In this program you will learn all about the amazing mammal, deer! Discover their diet, habitat, behaviors, and how they survive harsh winters as non-hibernators. Explore deer pelts, antlers, and skulls to get a better understanding of this animal. Then, finish the program off by creating a fun deer

Learn about hibernation, an interesting phenomenon that mammals go through during the winter months. Discover what this yearly routine means for animals and how it helps them survive harsh winters. Then create a fun hibernation-themed craft!

Learn about the birds that stay at Lake Sylvia through the winter and create a pinecone bird feeder! Each person will make two pinecone bird feeders. One to decorate a tree here at Lake Sylvia for our resident birds, and the other for your own backyard. Make sure to wear warm clothing to decorate a

Learn about Lake Sylvia's evergreen trees as you enjoy creating a mini wreath ornament! We will discuss evergreen varieties, habitat, needles and how they can be used for winter crafts. Then, we will get creative as we make mini wreaths and listen to Christmas music! 

Pull out the Santa hats and ugly Christmas sweaters for this fun and festive holiday hike! Join a park interpreter on the 1/2-mile Trees of the Forest Interpretive Trail for a merry time! This moderate trail is partly paved and will be taken at a slow pace. Bring water and wear weather-appropriate

Join a park interpreter to decorate a winter-themed wooden ornament! Using the beauty of Lake Sylvia's wildlife as inspiration, you will paint a winter scene on a wooden ornament. Get in the spirit as you listen to holiday music while crafting! All supplies will be provided; be sure to wear painting

Wild turkeys are an important part of Arkansas' heritage and history. Join a park interpreter as we learn about our feathered friends! Stick around and craft your very own turkey wreath!

Bring your family and friends to stargaze at Woolly Hollow State Park! Volunteers from the Central Arkansas Astronomical Society will have telescopes available to view the different celestial bodies and will answer all of your questions. Bring a lawn chair or blanket and make special state park