<p>How many of us have heard of the cotton gin? You might even know the name of the man credited with inventing the machine. But do you actually know<br />
what a cotton gin does and how it works? Join park staff to learn more about this machine that changed history. Get an up-close look at how a ten-saw gin</p>
Did you know Pinnacle Mountain State Park used to be surrounded by logging camps? Or that some of our trees act like mega-skyscrapers, playing a host to a multitude of wildlife? Who uses our trees, and why is it important to us? Join a park interpreter as we walk the Arkansas Arboretum Trail
<p> Meet a park interpreter as we meander along the shore of the Little Maumelle River along the Kingfisher Trail, learning about the local flora and fauna that make up this unique wetland habitat as we go. This hike is 0.5-mile round trip, and is on a paved, ADA accessible trail. Who knows what we may</p>
Did you know that 95% of all living creatures on earth are insects! Spend the weekend with park interpreters learning about the different types of insects in the park and you even have a chance to eat one if you like. There are guided hikes, crafts, and plenty of bugs available. Contact the park for
Join a park interpreter at the Arkansas Arboretum as we embark on an evening journey to discover more about owls. Walk this paved trail with us as we learn more about these magnificent raptors and see what we can encounter along the way! Please bring a flashlight, dress appropriately for the weather
Spend the weekend at Pinnacle Mountain State Park learning about this group of very misunderstood and under-appreciated animals. Park interpreters will host hikes, crafts, programs, and much more about Arkansas' native reptiles and amphibians. Contact the park for more information.<br><br>
In this interactive game, Join a park interpreter who will help you identify local birds and discovered some of their more interesting facts.
It's World Migratory Bird Day! Join a park interpreter for a guided hike along the Kingfisher Trail for a birding tour through this bottomland hardwood swamp looking for our feathered friends. If you have binoculars, please bring them. <br>
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We have 16 species turtles here in Arkansas. Join a park interpreter to learn all about our shelled friends both big and small.
Our pond is stocked with hungry catfish just waiting for your young angler to get a hook in the water. Come out to enjoy a morning of fishing with our interpretive staff. Prizes, games, and lots of fish! This event is reserved for children 15 years old and younger. #FreeFishingWeekend #FishArkansas