Solar Oven S'mores

<p>Celebrate <i>National S’mores Day</i> at
Lake Dardanelle State Park—without the heat of a campfire! Join a park
interpreter in the grassy area across from the visitor center to discover how
solar ovens harness the power of the sun to cook up this classic treat. You’ll
learn about renewable energy, Leave No</p>

Camp Oh No!

<p>Oh no—this campsite is a disaster! Join
a park interpreter on the Dardanelle side of the park in the grassy area near
the playground to uncover what went wrong and how to fix it. Learn how to
protect parks and wildlife by practicing Leave No Trace principles in this
hands-on activity that’s fun for</p>

Under Construction

<p>Lake Dardanelle State Park’s diverse habitats sustain many living
creatures, including animal architects. Join a park interpreter on the
Dardanelle side of the park in the grassy area near the playground to learn how
the animal architects of Lake Dardanelle State Park shape the world around them
to</p>

Let's Make a Deal: Arkansas River Edition

<p>In the early 1800s, the Arkansas River connected diverse communities through trade and exchange. Goods carried stories, relationships shaped survival, and every deal mattered. Meet a park interpreter in the grassy area between the visitor center and the weigh-in pavilion to explore trade items and</p>

Travel Through Time Look & Learn Table

<p>Discover how travel on the Arkansas River has evolved! The construction of the McClellan-Kerr Arkansas River Navigation System made river travel much easier. Stop by the park interpreter’s look and learn table at the visitor center to explore the changes in boats and navigation through the years. </p>

Reel-y Good Fishing Knots

<p>Join a park interpreter in the grassy area near the weigh-in pavilion where you’ll learn some essential fishing knots every angler should know. Whether you're a beginner or looking to improve your skills, you'll leave confident in your knot-tying abilities and ready for your next fishing adventure!<b></b></p>

Frog Symphony

<p>Join a park interpreter at the amphitheater to discover the magical
sounds of frogs and toads! You’ll learn how each species has its own special
call and how these calls create a wild “symphony” in the park. Then, get
creative as we use fun items to recreate the sounds of these amazing amphibians!<b></b></p>

Survival Sips (Dardanelle Area)

<p>What would you do if your only water source was a muddy puddle? Join a
park interpreter on the Dardanelle side of the park at the pavilion to explore
how clean water keeps us safe and why it matters here at Lake Dardanelle State Park.
You’ll learn simple ways to purify water in the outdoors—and even</p>

Catch of the Day (Dardanelle Area)

<p>Thanks to the healthy fishery of Lake Dardanelle, you can experience the
thrill of nature and the success of the catch. Join a park interpreter on the
Dardanelle side of the park in the grassy area near the playground to discover
the diversity of the fishery and Lake Dardanelle State Park’s role in</p>

Who Croaks There?

<p>Mount Nebo State Park’s springs, creeks, and ponds provide a perfect home for a variety of frogs and toads. However, frogs and toads are experts at camouflage and can be difficult to spot with your eyes. Join a park interpreter to learn how to use your ears to identify our amphibious friends by the</p>

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