Night Hike, Campfire Talks, & Yoga Coming up this Weekend

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DSP SSS Jar

May22nd- Hosted by DeSoto State Park. The Serious Skills series is a variety of classes and workshops that provide opportunities to discover a hidden talent or learn a new skill for personal enrichment. Classes are open to local residents, overnight guests, and park visitors.

Pyrography or woodburning is the art of decorating wood or other materials, the term meaning “writing with fire” dating back to the 17th century. Participants in this class will learn the basic techniques of decorative wood burning and painting designs from artist April Blanks, and will work on an 8x10 piece featuring a mason jar with cotton bolls. This class is for ages 14 to adult. MORE INFO


UPCOMING EVENTS:

DSP Park after Dark

May 21st-Park After Dark -Night Walk

Join naturalists Jamie Rogers & Brittney Hughes to get to know the park after dark! You never know what you can discover during the night; we will be using our senses to discover what can be seen, heard, or even smelled on this fun walk! More info


DSP yoga

May 22nd-Yoga on the Mountain: Dusk to Dark Yoga

Want to end your day in a positive way? Enjoy a yoga class along the banks of Little River, as the sun goes down and the full moon comes up. Experience the peace & quiet of the gloaming-time as yoga instructor Destin Padgett guides you with relaxing, alignment-based poses. Perfect for those beginning their yoga practice or for those wanting to try something new! Classes are open to local residents and park visitors alike. No pre-registration required!


DSp frog

May 22nd-Campfire Talk: Herps Around Us

Join us for a fun campfire talk in the Great Outdoors!

Amphibians and reptiles comprise about 17,000 species of vertebrates on this planet, and surprisingly, many species are ‘comfortable’ living with people. Come & join naturalist Jamie Rogers from Wallace State as she presents this talk about the ‘friends’ that live among us. After the program, you may choose to go on a night walk to the frog pond (near the Lodge) to listen for fascinating night critters (be sure to bring a flashlight/headlamp!) More info


UPCOMING EVENT MAY 28TH

DSp night zip

Taking the fun to a whole new level-soar through the tree canopy in DeSoto State Park with the moon light guiding your way! Are you brave enough to explore the dark forest with us?

Enjoy six ziplines that range from 100 ft to 350 ft in length and six sky bridges that range from 50 ft to 150 ft in length. A spiral staircase tower begins the trek and allows for a bird’s eye view from up to 55 ft in the air. The full moon is sure to make your tour even more exciting with suspension bridges and zip lines to discover as you traverse the tree canopy and explore with your guide. MORE INFO