Snakes share the trails with hikers at Lake Frierson State Park. Join the park interpreter (and scaly friend) to discover the importance of snakes to the park. Become a snake detective and sleuth out facts from fiction when it comes to these commonly misunderstood creatures.
A state-wide treasure hunt? Count me in! Join a park interpreter to learn the basics of geocaching and then embark on a journey to find a hidden cache in the park. Our treasure hunt will take us on a portion of the Dogwood Lane Trail, so please wear trail-appropriate shoes.
Join a park interpreter to learn all about the basics of hiking, what gear you might need, and how to get started hiking all over Arkansas and beyond. Bring water, wear closed-toe shoes, and make sure to wear insect repellent and sunscreen. <br /><br /> This program is part of the Women in the Woods initiative
Join a park interpreter for a relaxing stroll on the Arboretum Trail. We will talk about the trees and other plants that make up the unique landscape of Village Creek State Park This is a 0.5-mile, relatively easy walk that takes around 30 minutes.
<p>Nature has a secret hidden side, if you are willing to search for it. Meet a park interpreter to go on a scavenger hunt and investigate what you might miss at first glance. This program is great for kids of any age.</p>
Meet a park interpreter to learn about Village Creek State Park's history, listen to the stories behind the name of Ben, and acknowledge the power your actions can have here. This is a 0.5-mile moderate trail. Make sure you wear sturdy shoes, bring water, and wear insect repellent.
Do you ever listen to the frogs call? We have 25 species of frogs and toads in Arkansas and we have 11 at Lake Poinsett State Park! Join a park interpreter and learn how to call for frogs and how to sight them at dusk and twilight. Wear weather-appropriate clothes, closed-toe shoes, and bring water
The common snapping turtle at Crowley’s Ridge State Park visitor center is very hungry! Join a park interpreter to find out more information about our turtle friend and help make his belly full.
Join our park curator to discover the hidden histories of Jacksonport and Newport. The streets of these towns changed dramatically as buildings and businesses were built and demolished over the years. Discover the stories of these long-missing structures along with the people and forces which shaped
Join park staff to learn how to make your own beginner woodworking workbench. This type of workbench has been used for hundreds of years and is perfect for any project. This is a perfect beginner friendly workshop to learn foundational woodworking skills. The techniques learned in this class will be