Memorial events at Daisy State Park
By submitted, 05/21/18 9:24 AM
| Thursday, May 24 | |
| 2:30 p.m. – 3 p.m. | Birding 101 Birding is an exciting hobby that anyone can enjoy! We will discuss how, with a few simple tricks and tools, you can be well on your way to adding exciting entries to your life list. Meeting place: Amphitheater |
| 4 p.m. – 5 p.m. | Nature Scavenger Hunt This nature scavenger hunt is a great way to explore the outdoors and learn about nature. This activity will stimulate your creativity as you learn about the diversity of a wildlife habitat. Join Park Interpreter Liz for a guided hike in Daisy State Park to explore the wonders of nature. Don’t forget sturdy shoes and insect repellent. Meeting place: Pavilion Admission: Free |
| Friday, May 25 | |
| 9 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. | Park Scavenger Hunt This park-wide scavenger hunt is a great way to learn about the outdoors and all the unique treasures that can be found around Daisy State Park. This activity will stimulate your creativity as you explore the campgrounds and trails. Stop by the park visitor center to pick up your scavenger hunt checklist. Meeting place: Visitor Center |
| 10 a.m. – 11 a.m. | Kayak Expedition Join Park Interpreter Liz for a tranquil kayak outing. This will be an easy kayak expedition, perfect for first time kayakers or those wanting a relaxing activity. Bring clothing and shoes that can get wet. Pre-registration by 1 p.m. Saturday May 19th is required at the visitor center. Meeting place: Area E Boat Launch |
| 2:30 p.m. – 3 p.m. | Discovering Arkansas’s Snakes Join park staff to discover the exciting world of snakes! We’ll explore the different types you might encounter here in Arkansas, as well as how to identify them. Visitors receive a free snake guidebook! Meeting place: Visitor Center |
| 4 p.m. – 5 p.m. | Dutch Oven Cooking Demonstration Meet at the interpretive center and enjoy a scrumptious cobbler cooked in a Dutch oven by Park Interpreter Liz. Learn the basics of cast iron cooking and how to season and care for them. Be sure to sign up at the visitor center by 2 p.m. Friday, May 25th. Meeting place: Interpretive Center |
| Saturday, May 26 | |
| 1 p.m. – 1:30 p.m. | Be an 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 short program to help you earn your State Park Explorer badge! Meeting place: Amphitheater |
| 2:30 p.m. – 3 p.m. | Critter Crunch Daisy State Park provides diverse habitat for all types of species large and small. Join us as we discover some of the smaller creatures and feed lunch to our co-interpreters, our speckled king snake and our turtles. Meeting place: Visitor Center |
| 3:30 p.m. – 4 p.m. | Animal Mythbusters Have you heard unbelievable stories about animals? Do snakes really chase people? Are bats really blind? Join Park Interpreter Liz as we try to uncover the truth about some of the amazing critters of Arkansas! Meeting place: Amphitheater |
| 7 p.m. – 9 p.m. | Sunset Kayak Tour Enjoy a beautiful Lake Greeson sunset by kayak. No paddling experience necessary, but be prepared to paddle for around 2 hours. Before we launch, we will discuss safety precautions and paddling technique. Registration is required by 5 p.m. Saturday, May 26th at the visitor center. Meeting place: Area E Boat Launch |
| Sunday, May 27 | |
| 1 p.m. – 3 p.m. | Scenic Lake Tour Lake Greeson is a beautiful place to make memories. Join us for a tour of Lake Greeson by boat to learn about the history and natural features of this lake. Don’t forget your camera! Seating is limited, so sign up at the visitor center by 11 a.m. on Sunday, May 27th. Meeting place: Area E Boat Launch |
| 5:30 p.m. – 6:30 p.m. | Tree I.D. Hike Enjoying nature can be even more enjoyable with knowledge of the plants that surround you. Learn how to identify the largest plants in the woods – the trees! We will discuss how to identify common Arkansas trees and put your new knowledge to the test on a short stroll through the park. Meeting place: Pavilion |
| 8 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. | “Bat” to Square One: An Introduction to Bats They aren’t just Batman’s symbol! Join Park Interpreter Liz to learn about the important role bats play in the ecology of Daisy State Park. Meeting place: Amphitheater |
| Monday, May 28 | |
| 10 a.m. – 12 p.m. | Scenic Lake Tour Lake Greeson is a beautiful place to make memories. Join us for a tour of Lake Greeson by boat to learn about the history and natural features of this lake. Don’t forget your camera! Seating is limited, so sign up at the visitor center by 5 p.m. on Friday. Meeting place: Area E Boat Launch |
| 1:30 p.m. – 2:30 p.m. |
Leave No Trace Hike Meeting place: Pavilion |
