Students will learn about composting, cover crops, and mulching materials. We will explore the components of living soil. Students should be prepared to describe their environment and gardening…

Meet a park interpreter on the upper level of the Diamond Discovery Center to learn the tricks of the trade at this demonstration of diamond searching methods!

For many, the very word just makes their skin crawl. For others, snakes are the wild wonders of the reptile world. Regardless of which camp you gravitate towards, chances are good that you might…

Explore the wonders of Lake Dardanelle and the Arkansas River aboard the state park tour boat (weather permitting). Enjoy abundant wildlife, amazing history, and astounding views of the river valley…

Design your own fishing lure inspired by local fish diets. All materials provided. A hands-on craft for anglers of all ages.

Enjoy a relaxing and scenic cruise on DeGray Lake! Discover the history of the lake, wildlife, view rock outcrops and unique islands. Seating is limited—reservations can be made beginning noon…

In this seasonal class, you will describe the environment and the kinds of plants you want to grow in your ideal garden. Instructor Tina Marie will provide feedback and resources to assist you in…

In this day-long workshop, we will discuss and taste all sorts of fermented foods and beverages such as kefir and kombucha. We will use miso to create a simple soup, homemade yogurt to make…

Woodpeckers can be found all over the park in several different shapes and sizes. Learn how to spot evidence of woodpecker activity and discover these strange and fascinating birds on this easy…

Seeing DeGray Lake is not the same as experiencing it! Hands down, one of the best ways to enjoy the lake is from inside a kayak, paddling along the shoreline and exploring beautiful coves. No…

***Click Here to Register or for More Information***Learn how to make your own beautiful Tiffany-style stained glass in this hands-on class taught by Dona Sawyer. Students will choose from 6 different…

During this workshop, studetnts will learn the basic techniques and procedures for creating copper forms. You will be instructed in annealing (softening), cutting, hammering, bending, forming,…

Join a park interpreter for a guided hike through some of the more hidden areas of the battlefield. Meet at Hindman Hall.

Part lake cruise and part hike, this adventure captures the best of both worlds! Embark with a park interpreter for this unique opportunity to hike a select section of the “White Zone” multi-use…

Join a park interpreter for a guided hike through some of the more hidden areas of the battlefield. Meet at Hindman Hall.

Join a park interpreter at the Bear Cave trailhead for an interesting walk among the giant sandstone boulders and slot canyons of the Bear Cave area. This is a relatively easy 1/4-mile hike that is…

Join a park interpreter in the breezeway of Mather Lodge for a tour of this architectural park gem. Discover some secrets of the past and gain insight into the undergone changes of one of Arkansas’s…

Join us for this nocturnal adventure across the lake. We will journey by boat to a remote cove where we will try and call up some owls and listen to the other sounds of the night. Seating is…

Meet a park interpreter at the Seven Hollows trailhead to discover more about the nocturnal birds of prey called owls that make Petit Jean State Park their home. Before the evening is over, we…

***Click Here to Register or for More Information***Learn how to make your own beautiful Tiffany-style stained glass in this hands-on class taught by Dona Sawyer. Students will choose from 6 different…