Kayaking 101

Introduce yourself to the beautiful world of solo kayaking. A certified guide will instruct you on all the skills needed to safely navigate the beautiful still waters of Lake Sylvia. Instruction includes choosing and wearing a life jacket, entering and exiting the kayak, and paddling skills in the

Cedar Falls Overlook Hike

Join a park interpreter for a hike along Cedar Creek canyon. We will meet in the Mather Lodge Breezeway and travel to the Cedar Falls Overlook. Along with scenic views, we will spot soaring birds and hidden wildflowers along the way. This is 1-hour hike, make sure to bring water and wear proper

Rocky Valley Trail to the East Quarry

Join a park interpreter as we depart on the Rocky Valley Trail. We'll descend through the valley between the Fulk Mountains and ascend the other side up to the Dickinson Overlook at the East Quarry, learning about the flora, fauna, and geology we discover along the way! We'll also learn more about

Casting 101: Arkansas Free Fishing Weekend

Kick off Arkansas' Free Fishing Weekend by joining us in the field next to the playground to brush up on your casting! We will have a casting competition, and several games and challenges as we put our skills to the test. After the program, borrow a rod and reel through our loaner program and make

Sunny Life on a Glade

Join a park interpreter as we explore how life, such as the prickly pear cactus, can survive the harsh and sunny conditions on a glade. This program involves making your own suncatcher while we discover these sunny spots that can be found all around Petit Jean State Park. Crafting materials will be

Leaf Rubbing Animal Creations

Join a park interpreter in this craft of creating animals either native or from your own imagination from leaf rubbings. We will discuss the different plants used in the craft as well as the animals we create and how they are all connected. 

Monumental Matters Hike

This Memorial Day, meet with a park interpreter to briefly discuss park history, ecology, growth of our monument trails, and how it all matters to you. Guests are encouraged to hike or ride the trails following the program. 

Flat Hat Chat: Monument Trails

Join a park interpreter next to our new visitor center at the Lichen Link trailhead and discover the unique network of trails here at Pinnacle Mountain State Park. Plan your path to adventure as we delve into the different routes, features, and terrain you can experience while hiking and biking from

What is a Museum (and Why Did a Grownup Make Me Go to One)?

Museums are far more than just boring, stodgy places for boring, stodgy grownups and we can prove it! Kids ages 4-8 and their families can join Plantation Agriculture Museum staff to celebrate International Museum Day by learning about the important work museums do and practice using their museum

International Museum Day: Stuffed Animal Sleepover Pickup

Visitors who dropped off their stuffed animals for their sleepover at the museum are welcome to pick them up on Sunday between 1 and 5 p.m. Let your plushie show you all about their adventures through photos that the museum will share via email. To celebrate International Museum Day, those picking

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