4th of July Weekend: Homemade Lemonade Demonstration

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July 3, 2016 1p.m. to 2p.m.

When the temperature hits 100+ today, we go inside and turn on the air conditioning. Join Park Interpreter Geoffrey to learn how people 200 years ago beat the heat without the luxuries of today. Learn all about the art of homemade lemonade making and how drinks were kept cool in Davidsonville’s time. Enjoy a glass of ice cold lemonade and then go explore the visitor center and other fascinating park exhibits.

Admission: Free

To learn more about these and other upcoming events call the park at 870-892-4708. Davidsonville Historic State Park is located fifteen minutes south of Pocahontas on Highway 166 South.

4th of July Weekend: Ice Cream Social

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July 2, 2016 1 p.m. to 2 p.m.

Come visit Davidsonville Historic State Park to celebrate the holiday weekend and enjoy some tasty treats as well. Join park staff in the visitor center and beat the summer heat by exploring the history of a delicious frozen dessert. Learn how ice cream was made over two hundred years ago and help make some yourself to enjoy with both friends and family.

Admission: Free

To learn more about these and other upcoming events call the park at 870-892-4708. Davidsonville Historic State Park is located fifteen minutes south of Pocahontas on Highway 166 South.

Wildflower Safari

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Buck Hollow Ranch , a 2,200 acre preserve north of Pocahontas near Warm Springs, will host a Wildflower Safari on Friday, June 24th. The Ranch, located in the Ozark foothills, is home to one of Arkansas’s largest elk herds (over 150 individuals) and contains large natural areas where native plants and wildflowers are found in profusion.

The safari will be led by area wildflower experts. Guests will gather at the high fence gate off Hwy 251 at 9 am on the 24th. Lunch will be served at noon accompanied by a wildflower program including a discussion of organic pesticides and fertilizers.

Pre-registration is required, $30 a person. Contact Lara Baker to reserve your seat, [email protected] or [email protected] .