Dog Days of Summer

Bring the whole family (four-legged members included!) to a day of tails, tales, and togetherness at the ARI Guard Site. We’ll celebrate over 30,000 years of dog–human friendship. Wander through our interactive domestication timeline, then settle in for crafts, campfire stories, and fun for all ages. Whether you’re here for the puppy parade, the bone-matching game, or cozy fire-side legends, there’s something for everyone to enjoy.

Activities Include:

Dog Parade

• Parade Loop Stroll the shaded trail with your pup

• Best Tail Wag Contest Optional costumes or let Fido’s wag do the talking

• Cool-Down Treats Frozen doggy pops and chilled water bowls

Dig into History

• Bone-Matching Game Handle real and replica bones

• Short Talk: “How We Know Ancient People Loved Their Dogs”

Craft Stations & Chill Zone

Under shaded tents:

• DIY Dog Toy Braid fabric scraps into playful tug-toys

• Paint-a-Paw Bandana Stamp paw prints on keepsake bandanas

• Mini Clay Figurine Sculpt pups inspired by Indigenous carvings

Stories by the Fire

• Tribal Dog Tales Guardians, spirit guides, and loyal friends

• S’mores & Pup Cups Classic campfire treats (and whipped-cream “pup cups”)