Constellation Can Lanterns

Surrounded by forest, Mississippi River State Park is perfect for viewing the night sky. Join a park interpreter to create your very own night sky lantern! Participants are encouraged to bring their own cans, but we will have some to share. 

Sunset Stroll

Meet a park interpreter for a leisurely hike during the coolest part of the day. We will keep an eye out for the river otters that have been active on the water.&nbsp;<br> #ARSpringBreak <br>

Nature's Color Wheel: Bear Creek

Nature is full of color and today we are going in search for as many different colors as we can find. During our search we will discuss and explore some of the roles color plays in the natural world. This hike is 1-mile in length. Wear sturdy shoes or boots, bring water and don’t forget your insect

Fun with Furs

Touch and examine real animal furs with a park interpreter. Learn about native mammals and their adaptations through hands-on discovery. Bring your questions and curiosity for this interactive 30-minute session. All ages welcome.

Dragonflies and Damselflies

Do you know how fast a dragonfly can fly? Or how they catch their prey? Join a park volunteer to watch these fascinating creatures as they patrol the lake and grassy areas to find the answers to these and other questions about these bejeweled wonders. Bring binoculars if you have them, and something

Animal Skulls Comparison Exploration Table

Today we will have skulls from members of different classes of animals for you to compare and contrast. A park interpreter is available to help you discover what class of animal the various skulls belong to, and even the species.<br> #ARSpringBreak <br>

Kayak Tour of Hornor Neck Lake

Hornor Neck Lake is a wetland lake teeming with wildlife, making it a perfect place to go kayaking. There is usually something to see flying in the air, swimming through the water, perched in the trees and nestled in the ground. We will review paddling techniques but familiarity with paddling is

National S'mores Day: Stories Told in the Dark

<p>Get ready for a sweet evening at Lake Chicot State Park as we celebrate <strong>National S’mores Day</strong>! Join us as the sun sets for a <strong>fire-building workshop</strong>, where you’ll learn the basics of safely starting and maintaining a campfire. Then gather ‘round the flames for an evening of <strong>campfire stories and gooey</strong></p>

Barn Owl Box Workshop

<p>Celebrate National Owl Awareness Day with a special hands-on workshop at Lake Chicot State Park! Join us as we dive into the fascinating world of barn owls and build your very own barn owl nesting box to take home. During this interactive program, you'll learn about the vital role barn owls play in</p>

Owl Prowl

<p>Step into the nighttime world of owls on a guided owl prowl at Lake Chicot State Park! As twilight settles in, we’ll hike the Delta Woodlands Trail and listen closely for the mysterious sounds of Arkansas’s native owls. Using owl calls, we’ll try to communicate with species like the Barred Owl</p>

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