Independence Day Activities

<p>Come celebrate Independence Day at Historic Washington State Park! There will be a variety of unique patriotic, family-friendly activities available such as: festive surrey rides, candle and weaving projects, historic games, and guided tours. Also, you don't want to miss the annual reading of the</p>

The Washington Evening News - 1832

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</p><p>Travel back to 1832 for this live radio show
featuring bumbling news anchors reporting from Washington, Arkansas Territory.
Using real historical events as today's headlines, join Amos Wellington and
Prudence Merriweather as they deliver territorial news, weather, and community</p>

Edible Insects

Ever thought about eating a bug? Did you know the foods you already eat most likely contains bugs? Join a park interpreter to see what you have to have to be classified as an insect. If you're brave enough to eat a bug you will become a member of the elite "I Ate A Bug Club". Membership is not

Be An Arkansas State Parks Explorer

Calling all explorers! If you love playing outside and visiting your state parks, come learn how you can be an official Arkansas State Park Explorer. Bring your family to this drop-in program to help get kids ages 6-14 well on their way to earning their Arkansas State Park Explorer badge.

Halloween in the Park

Come join us for a “spooktacular” time at White Oak Lake State Park with trick or treating from 6 - 8 p.m. for children 12 and under. There is a $5 parking fee to enter the event. Want to be more involved in the fun? Rent and decorate a campsite for a chance to win several awards and pass out candy

Tinkering for Tots

Explore the Arkansas Museum of Natural Resources with your young child. The "Tinkering for Tots" program is geared towards children ages 1-5. Through stories, music, movement and hands-on projects, children will learn about science and local history. Call (870) 725-2877 to reserve a place for your

Frog Chorus Line

Frogs and toads create a peaceful nighttime soundtrack. Join a park interpreter at the amphitheater to learn about the critical role frogs and toads play at Daisy State Park. You’ll also get the chance to create your own frog chorus!

Leave No Trace Watercolors

Do you know the 7 principles of Leave No Trace? Join a park interpreter to make your very own artwork and learn about the different ways we can help keep our park clean and healthy for other visitors and the critters that live here. No registration required. All supplies provided.

Backyard Insects

Have you ever seen an insect and had no idea what it was? We can help with that! Join a park interpreter at the Falls to learn how to use an insect ID guide to understand what insects are coming to your backyard.

Reptile Residents

Discover your inner herpetologist and get ready for a memorable experience with reptiles! Explore snakes, turtles and other species with a park interpreter and enjoy an up close and personal look at some of our reptile friends!

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