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Dogwood Lane
Lake Frierson State Park
&Trail G
uide Activity Book
www.ArkansasStateParks.com
Crossword Puzzle Answers
Across2. Sassafras7. Erosion9. Persimmon
10. Buckeye11. Green Ash12. Farkleberry
Down1. PawPaw3. Sycamore4. Dogwood5. White Oak6. May Apple8. Tulip Tree
Trail Station Answers
1. urushiol oil2. gray and fox squirrels3. black dye4. chewing gum, tobacco, root bear, medicine, sassafras tea.5. chipmunk6. Spanish oak7. flour, then processed into bread8. root
9. beaver10. stream banks11. September or October12. combat fevers13. forecast the weather14. crimson15. chests, pencils, furniture and interior finishes16. water
Welcome to Lake Frierson State ParkLake Frierson State Park is a popular fishing, recreational andenvironmental education area. The park fronts the western edge ofpicturesque Crowley’s Ridge, a geological phenomenon which rises100-200 feet above the surrounding countryside and stretches fromsouthern Missouri to the Mississippi River at Helena, Arkansas.
Trail DescriptionDogwood Lane Trail is approximately1/2 mile long, self-guidedinterpretive trail with a 1/8 mile spur that leads to the visitor center.Lake Frierson State Park has more dogwoods than any other statepark its size and bursts into a wild array of dogwood blossoms eachspring. Along this trail you should also watch for deer, squirrel,raccoon, opossum, snake, box turtle, songbirds and wildflowers.
Crowley’s Ridge has a distinct type of forest which most nearlyresembles that of the Appalachians, and exhibits quite a variety ofspecies. On the drier top will be found the oak-hickory combinationof much of the Ozark region, and where it joins the river flood-plainsbelow, the forest will resemble that type. However, on the moresheltered north slopes and spreading out from these will be found aricher assortment of broadleaf trees than anywhere else in the state.This includes the tulip tree; cucumber tree; basswood; white oak,northern red oak, and chinkapin oaks, several hickories; ashes;maples; cherry; walnut, butternut; and beech. This is the only areain the state where the tulip tree (yellow poplar) occurs naturally.
Trail Rules & RegulationsAll plants, animals and rocks found in the park are protected by law.Please don’t disturb them, just appreciate them and leave them forthe next visitor to enjoy.
“Take nothing but photographs, leave nothing but footprints.”
Volunteer OpportunitiesIf your trails have provided you with beauty and recreation, pleasegive something back by becoming a trail volunteer. Volunteer trailmaintenance can be as easy as picking up litter and cleaning smalldebris off the trail. Stop by the visitor center or call (870) 932-2615if you are interested in helping.
Interpretive ProgramsInterpretive and educational programs are available year round.Programs may include guided nature hikes, slide shows, demonstrations,special events and weekend programming. Schools, scouts and otherorganized groups are encouraged to request special programs year-roundwith advance notice.
For further information contact:
Lake Frierson State Park7904 Highway 141
Jonesboro, AR 72401Phone: (870) 932-2615
Email: [email protected]
NOTE: To preserve scenic beauty and ecology, fences andwarning signs have not been installed in some park locations.Caution and supervision of your children are required whilevisiting these areas.
To protect the environment and for the safety of you andothers, it is unlawful to:
6 Possess alcoholic beverages on trails.6 Carry glass containers on trails.6 Litter.6 Deface natural or cultural features.6 Allow pets off their leash.6 Ride bikes or ATVs on trails.6 Harass or kill wildlife or remove any wild plants.6 Camp or build campfires on trails.6 The park closes at 10 p.m. and all visitors (excluding registered
campers) must vacate the park by that time.
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Trail StationsStations occur throughout the trail that interprets specific flora, fauna orwildlife habitat.
After reading the information at each station, can you answerthese questions?
1. What actually causes the rash from poison ivy/poison oak?
2. What two types of squirrels are common in Arkansas?
3. What did early settlers use the bark of mockernut hickory for?
4. Name one thing sassafras roots and bark are used for flavoring ?
5. Black cherry fruit pits are a favorite of what animal?
6. What is another common name for the southern red oak?
7. White oak acorns where used by the Native Americans to make what?
8. What part of the May apple is poisonous?
9. The bark of the sweet gum is a favorite food of what animal?
10. Where is the green ash tree most often located?
11. What months do the berries of the farkleberry mature?
12. What purpose was the tea, made from the root of a dogwoodtree used for?
13. What were persimmon seeds used for?
14. Black gum leaves turn what color in early fall?
15. What type of items is cedar used to make?
16. What is the most natural destructive force of erosion?
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