Plants and animals that live here in the park can be categorized into different groups. Join a park interpreter to play a fun activity to see what belongs in certain groups and what doesn’t belong at…

Embark on a 0.50-mile walk along the easy Lake Trail, where history and wild beauty collide.

Meet a park interpreter and guess to which mammal the furs, skulls, and tracks belong. Come discover more about the furry critters of Lake Fort Smith State Park.

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’…

Join a park interpreter for a gentle 1.5-mile hike along Devil’s Racetrack while playing nature bingo. Explore the winter landscape, spot plants and wildlife, and enjoy a fun, interactive way to…

Have you ever spotted something in the park you wished you could take home, but knew you shouldn’t? Nature journaling is the perfect way to capture what you see without disturbing the park’s natural…

Have you ever spotted something in the park you wished you could take home, but knew you shouldn’t? Nature journaling is the perfect way to capture what you see without disturbing the park’s natural…

Lake Catherine State Park is home to an array of animals, ranging from fluffy mammals to slithering reptiles. Join a park interpreter at the nature cabin to discover some of Lake Catherine State…

How well do you think you could identify objects found in nature by using only your sense of touch? It’s harder than you think!

Meet a park interpreter in the CCC Room at Mather Lodge to put your knot tying skills to the test. This program lasts about 30 minutes.

Take the time to pay attention to your surroundings while using all your senses. Meet a park interpreter at the Spring trailhead in the Wonder House parking lot for a 1-mile-long sensory experience.…

Take the time to pay attention to your surroundings while using all your senses. Meet a park interpreter at the Spring trailhead in the Wonder House parking lot for a 1-mile-long sensory experience.…

Lake Catherine State Park is home to many beautiful birds! Meet a park interpreter at the nature cabin to play this fun game and learn all about these fascinating fliers.

Eagles and hawks are not the only raptors soaring overhead. Join a park interpreter to unlock the secrets of success which vultures have mastered. From eyesight and smell to teamwork and smarts,…

Kick off your weekend at Lake Chicot State Park with a relaxed and welcoming campfire gathering. Join the park interpreter for an informal chat about the park’s history, wildlife, and seasonal…

What conditions are needed to view the plants and constellations in the night sky? Queen Wilhelmina State Park checks all the boxes! Join a park interpreter to take in the night sky through the lens…

What conditions are needed to view the plants and constellations in the night sky? Queen Wilhelmina State Park checks all the boxes! Join a park interpreter to take in the night sky through the lens…

What exactly is a groundhog, and can they predict the length of winter by seeing their shadow or not? Join a park interpreter who will share the truth about the groundhog, woodchuck, or whistle pig! A…

Join a park interpreter for a 1.5 mile hike along the bluff line of Devil’s Racetrack. This moderate hike offers a unique opportunity to explore the park’s geologic features. Please wear sturdy shoes…

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…