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SUMMARY:Evening Pontoon Float
DESCRIPTION:Meet the Ranger at 5pm at the Kings Landing boat ramp for a tour along the Collins and Caney Fork Rivers. The tour will travel around the Rock Island and return to the Kings Landing boat ramp at approximately 7pm. Along the way be looking for wildlife and geological features that make this area unique!
URL:https://visitmcminnvilletn.com/event/evening-pontoon-float/
LOCATION:Rock Island State Park\, 82 Beach Rd\, Rock Island\, TN\, 38581\, United States
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SUMMARY:Youth Watercolor Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Bring the kids to the Rock Island State Park nature center at 10am for a 1-hour program so they can explore their interpretations of nature through watercolor.
URL:https://visitmcminnvilletn.com/event/youth-watercolor-workshop/
LOCATION:Rock Island State Park\, 82 Beach Rd\, Rock Island\, TN\, 38581\, United States
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SUMMARY:Novice & Intermediate Watercolor Workshop: Butterflies
DESCRIPTION:Art is a way of exploring our natural world in greater detail than we otherwise would notice. Celebrate the pollinators from our very own Collins River Nature loop at Rock Island State Park by painting a native butterfly species! This class is geared towards adults and provides professional watercolor materials. The ranger goes over basic watercolor techniques. You are welcome to bring your own references to paint from.
URL:https://visitmcminnvilletn.com/event/novice-intermediate-watercolor-workshop-butterflies/
LOCATION:Rock Island State Park\, 82 Beach Rd\, Rock Island\, TN\, 38581\, United States
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SUMMARY:National Trails Day Hike 2026
DESCRIPTION:Rock Island State Park is excited to partner with the American Hiking Society (AHS) to celebrate National Trails Day on June 6\, 2025! \nMillions of people have found physical\, mental\, and emotional restoration on our trails at Tennessee State Parks. We will be meeting at 10:00am at the Twin Falls parking lot at the end of Powerhouse Road. We will start our hike at Twin Falls and make our way downstream past the Blue Hole before returning on this 1.7-mile loop (Downstream Trail). Be sure to bring plenty of water and dress appropriately for the potential hot weather. There are no restrooms or facilities there\, so be sure to take care of any needs before coming over. \nIn the event of inclement weather\, the event will be cancelled\, and all attendees will be notified by text message or email\, so be sure to provide a good contact when signing up.
URL:https://visitmcminnvilletn.com/event/national-trails-day-hike-2026/
LOCATION:Rock Island State Park\, 82 Beach Rd\, Rock Island\, TN\, 38581\, United States
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SUMMARY:Junior Ranger Camp 2026
DESCRIPTION:Get ready for an unforgettable outdoor adventure at Rock Island State Park! \nJunior Ranger Camp 2026 at Rock Island State Park is a consists of three half day hands-on experiences designed for kids ages 8-14 who love nature\, history\, and exploration. Junior Rangers will dive into the wonders of the natural world by visiting three of the most unique areas Tennessee has to offer\, Bone Cave and Cardwell Mountain State Natural Areas and Rock Island State Park. \nEach day brings new adventures\, all led by Park Rangers. Campers will also gain valuable skills in outdoor safety\, conservation\, and teamwork\, earning their official Junior Ranger badge at the end of the week! \nWhether your child is a budding biologist\, a future Park Ranger\, a history buff\, or just curious about the great outdoors\, this camp is a perfect way to spark a lifelong love of nature.
URL:https://visitmcminnvilletn.com/event/junior-ranger-camp-2026/
LOCATION:Rock Island State Park\, 82 Beach Rd\, Rock Island\, TN\, 38581\, United States
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SUMMARY:Youth Watercolor Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Bring the kids to the Rock Island State Park nature center at 10am for a 1-hour program so they can explore their interpretations of nature through watercolor.
URL:https://visitmcminnvilletn.com/event/youth-watercolor-workshop-2/
LOCATION:Rock Island State Park\, 82 Beach Rd\, Rock Island\, TN\, 38581\, United States
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SUMMARY:Novice & Intermediate Watercolor Workshop: Hummingbirds
DESCRIPTION:This program is part of a series of advanced watercolor programs. Every month we have a different topic. These either occur on the last Friday or Saturday of each month\, with few exceptions. Paints used are Cotman Winsor & Newton Sketchers Set and cotton 140lb cold press cotton paper. \nArt is a way of exploring the native creatures and observing them in greater detail than we would otherwise notice in natural. We will be taking a close look at our native ruby-throated hummingbirds and some of the native wildflowers they feed on. You are welcome to bring your own reference photograph to paint from. \nThe ranger will go through some of the basic watercolor techniques. Remember\, it is the process that is most important. Enjoy your time\, learn something new while you are painting\, and relax with other people who enjoy exploring watercolor.
URL:https://visitmcminnvilletn.com/event/novice-intermediate-watercolor-workshop-hummingbirds/
LOCATION:Rock Island State Park\, 82 Beach Rd\, Rock Island\, TN\, 38581\, United States
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SUMMARY:Youth Watercolor Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Bring the kids to the Rock Island State Park nature center at 10am for a 1-hour program so they can explore their interpretations of nature through watercolor.
URL:https://visitmcminnvilletn.com/event/youth-watercolor-workshop-3/
LOCATION:Rock Island State Park\, 82 Beach Rd\, Rock Island\, TN\, 38581\, United States
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SUMMARY:Novice & Intermediate Watercolor Workshop: Woodlands & Water
DESCRIPTION:This program is part of a series of advanced watercolor programs. Every month we have a different topic. These either occur on the last Friday or Saturday of each month\, with few exceptions. Paints used are Cotman Winsor & Newton Sketchers Set and cotton 140lb cold press cotton paper. \nArt is a way of exploring the native creatures and landscapes and observing them in greater detail than we would otherwise notice in natural. We will be taking a close look at a peaceful scene involving woods and water from Rock Island State Park. You are welcome to bring your own reference photograph to paint from. \nThe ranger will go through some of the basic watercolor techniques. Remember\, it is the process that is most important. Enjoy your time\, learn something new while you are painting\, and relax with other people who enjoy exploring watercolor.
URL:https://visitmcminnvilletn.com/event/novice-intermediate-watercolor-workshop-woodlands/
LOCATION:Rock Island State Park\, 82 Beach Rd\, Rock Island\, TN\, 38581\, United States
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SUMMARY:TN Serves Clean-up the Caney Fork
DESCRIPTION:Rock Island State Park needs your help! Join us as we clean up the Caney Fork River. Tasks will include cleaning up litter along the Caney Fork River Gorge between Twin Falls and Great Falls. This area is fairly strenuous\, rocky\, and wet so please plan accordingly. \nIf you need to complete community service or volunteer service hours to fulfill a requirement for scholarships\, graduation\, fraternity/sorority obligations\, etc.\, this is a great opportunity to get those hours. Volunteers should plan on meeting Rangers at the Downstream Trail Parking Area at the end of Powerhouse Road at 10:00am. Volunteers will be briefed and given trash bags\, trash grabbers\, and gloves. \nPlease bring water and snacks if you would like and wear appropriate footwear/attire for the weather. \nWe honor all TN promise hours. \nIf you have any questions about this volunteer workday\, please feel free to reach out to us! \nIn case of inclement weather\, volunteers will be contacted\, and the event will be canceled. Please provide a good phone number and email address when registering.
URL:https://visitmcminnvilletn.com/event/tn-serves-clean-up-the-caney-fork/
LOCATION:Rock Island State Park\, 82 Beach Rd\, Rock Island\, TN\, 38581\, United States
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SUMMARY:National Public Lands Day Hike at Rock Island State Park 2026
DESCRIPTION:Meet the Ranger at 10:00am at the Tennis Court parking area across from the campgrounds for a 1.95-mile hike touring the upland\, predominantly oak-forest habitat at Rock Island State Park. Along the way the Ranger may talk about park history\, native flora or fauna\, or other topics that interest the hikers (things to see in the area\, etc). This is a lesser-used trail and features a viewing area of the Caney Fork. \nThis hike will take roughly two hours\, has some hills and uneven footing so be sure to bring sturdy shoes and appropriate clothing\, and water. \nHope to see you on the trails!
URL:https://visitmcminnvilletn.com/event/national-public-lands-day-hike-at-rock-island-state-park-2026/
LOCATION:Rock Island State Park\, 82 Beach Rd\, Rock Island\, TN\, 38581\, United States
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