Basic Birding Hike
Step onto the trail at Mount Nebo State Park for a relaxed, beginner-friendly birding hike. Using the three B’s—binoculars, a bird book, and the birds around us—participants will learn the basics of identifying common birds by sight and sound.
Animal Mythbusters
Can you really catch warts from a toad? Join a park interpreter to “bust” the myths and misconceptions about certain animals that we may have heard all our lives.
Legacy of Mather Lodge
Join a park interpreter in the breezeway of Mather Lodge for a tour of this architectural park gem. Discover some secrets of the past and gain insight into the undergone changes of one of Arkansas’ most treasured landmarks. This program is about 45 minutes long.
Keep Arkansas Beautiful and Outdoor Recreation
Join park interpreter and long-time outdoor recreationist, Joe Larson, at the Seven Hollows Trailhead to learn Keep Arkansas Beautiful principles and how thoughtful, responsible recreation helps protect Petit Jean State Park’s natural and cultural resources. This program highlights simple actions visitors can take to minimize impacts and ensure the park remains a special place for […]
Mountain Medicine Hike
Settlers originally sought out Rich Mountain to help heal medical ailments, restore the weary, and bolster the soul. The mountain has a long history of providing a source of natural medicine. Join a park interpreter to learn about how the settlers used the mountain’s resources to heal. This easy 1-mile hike takes place along the […]
Pioneer Cemetery Tour: A Lasting Legacy
Tucked away on Rich Mountain lies the final resting place for the area’s earliest settlers. Join a park interpreter at the Pioneer Cemetery to uncover stories of life on the mountain in the 1860s and learn about hardships, resilience, and history that shaped this rugged landscape.
Hue Hike
Take on a colorful challenge as we hike one mile along the Lover’s Leap Trail in search of every hue on the color wheel! Wear close-toed shoes, bring plenty of drinking water, and come prepared for the weather.
Love Birds: Birding Adventure
Birds love Village Creek State Park! Grab your “love bird” and join a park interpreter to learn the basics of birding, explore different bird habitats, and discover the many reasons why birds love Village Creek State Park. Please wear sturdy shoes and bring drinking water. Bring binoculars if you have them, or we have a […]
M.A.D.E. (Nature Valentines)
The landscapes and wildlife of Lake Dardanelle State Park offer endless opportunities for inspiration. Join Lake Dardanelle State Park staff for M.A.D.E. (Making Art, Driving Exploration), a program series designed to help you connect with the outdoors through creativity. In each session, you’ll explore nature’s colors, textures, and patterns while creating your own unique work […]
Breakfast in the Den: A Dutch Oven Outdoor Cooking Demonstration
Join a park interpreter for a morning of flavorful exploration as we showcase the art of crafting delicious breakfast treats in Arkansas’ official state cooking vessel, the cast iron Dutch oven. We will cover the basics of temperature control, proper setup, and simple tips to make outdoor meals a success.