Many things can be found in nature that are weird and unusual. Some even look alien! Join a park interpreter to stretch your imagination to guess what these strange things are.

Want to relax in a kayak while watching the sunset colors dance on the open water? Join Park Interpreter Mystina for a sunset kayak tour on Lake Fort Smith. <b>Preregistration is required</b> and space is limited. Register at the marina or call (479) 369-1018. Ages under 6 are not permitted. There will be

<p>The families who settled here long before the Civil War share many of the same values and traditions we hold today. Explore the similarities and differences between our ways of life on this guided tour through the park’s historic buildings. Meet at Hindman Hall. #OptOutside </p><br> <br> <br> <br> <br> <br>

<p>Lives were forever changed here on December 7, 1862. Join us for a 1-mile walk along the ridgeline where the heaviest fighting occurred during the Civil War Battle of Prairie Grove. Meet at the Borden House. #OptOutside <b> </b></p><br> <br> <br> <br> <br> <br>

Hobbs State Park is dominated by forests made up of various tree species, including the now rare Ozark chinquapin. Discover these TREE-mendous providers of food, shelter, and oxygen, as well as other important products, for us and many forest creatures. <a rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Come<br />
and go as you please. A 15-minute program</a>

Enjoy a leisurely 0.5-mile hike on the Sinking Stream Trail while we listen for the melodic call of the wood thrush. Learn the habits and biology of this unique bird while we enjoy an afternoon taking in the sights and sounds of the forest. Meet at the Sinking Stream trailhead. Recommended for ages

<p>Spring is a great time to go birding!<b>
</b>Join a P\park interpreter for a casual bird hike. No matter what your level
of experience, we welcome anyone interested in discovering how to identify
birds. This is an easy hike on the .5-mile Sinking Stream Trail. Meet at the
Van Winkle trailhead. Binoculars</p>

Why do skunks smell bad to some people? What
is the reason they spray? Learn the answers to these questions and more by
joining a park interpreter as we discuss one smelly animal, the striped
skunk. <br><br><br>

Let's explore the natural world through art! Join a park interpreter to create your very own natural journal that you can you use in the park. #GSLoveStateParks<br>

Don’t let the mimics fool you. Join a park interpreter to learn which animal is the imposter.