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Petit Jean State Parks
Arkansas State Parks Calendar of Events
Club 52 Vision Board Workshop: Map Your Year of Adventure
Saturday, January 03, 2026
/ 1 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.
Get creative and plan your year of Arkansas State Park adventures at this hands-on vision board workshop! For $25 per participant, all materials will be provided, but feel free to bring any…
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Woodland Wander
Sunday, January 04, 2026
/ 9 a.m. - 10 a.m.
Join a park interpreter and wander along the Monument trails to search for a variety of wildlife and plants. This hike is 1-3 miles, please wear sturdy shoes and bring water.
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One Fish, Two Fish
Sunday, January 04, 2026
/ 10:30 a.m. - 11 a.m.
Learn how the fish survive here at Devil's Den State Park and make your own 3D paper fish!
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Camouflaged Critters
Sunday, January 04, 2026
/ 1 p.m. - 1:30 p.m.
When exploring the park, critters can be hard to spot. Learn about the different types of camouflaged that our critters can use.
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Discovery on the Lake Trail
Sunday, January 04, 2026
/ 2 p.m. - 2:45 p.m.
Join a park interpreter as we discover what nature has to offer by enjoying a fun nature walk along the easy Lake Trail.
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Sensory Grab Bag
Sunday, January 04, 2026
/ 3 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.
How well do you think you could identify objects found in nature by using only your sense of touch? It’s harder than you think!
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Hiking through the Legacy of the CCC
Sunday, January 04, 2026
/ 3:30 p.m. - 4:15 p.m.
Join a park interpreter to walk in the footsteps of the Civilian Conservation Corps, where hard work and craftsmanship created a park that is seamless with the landscape. This is an easy…
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Reading Nature’s Morning Newspaper
Friday, January 09, 2026
/ 9 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.
Join a park interpreter for a 1–2 mile hike as we explore the trails to discover animal tracks, scat, and other signs of wildlife. Learn how to “read” the forest like a newspaper and uncover the…
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Those Raccoon Rascals
Friday, January 09, 2026
/ 10 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.
How do you stop raccoons from getting into your cooler? Discover the answer and more!
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Rock Stars of the Monument: Geology of Devil’s Den
Saturday, January 10, 2026
/ 1 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.
Join a geology focused hike along the monument trails. This 2-mile, mildly strenuous hike will uncover the geologic story of Devil's Den State Park and geologic events that shaped the landscape over…
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Seeds on the Move!
Sunday, January 11, 2026
/ 9 a.m. - 9:30 a.m.
Ever wonder how plants can grow in different places? Learn about the many ways plant seeds travel throughout the park!
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Trailblazer's Crossing
Sunday, January 11, 2026
/ 10 a.m. - 10:45 a.m.
Embark on a 0.50-mile walk along the easy Lake Trail, where history and wild beauty collide.
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Winter Bingo
Friday, January 16, 2026
/ 9 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.
Join a park interpreter for a gentle 1.5-mile hike along Devil’s Racetrack while playing nature bingo. Explore the winter landscape, spot plants and wildlife, and enjoy a fun, interactive way to…
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Ten Essentials and Hiking the Monument Trails
Friday, January 16, 2026
/ 11 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
Learn how to pick the best trail for you and your family, as well as learn how to prepare for your hiking adventure!
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Knot Here!
Friday, January 16, 2026
/ 1:30 p.m. - 2 p.m.
Drop in for a short visit with a park interpreter and learn three basic knots useful to an outdoors person. You’ll even learn what not to knot.
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Nature Photography 101
Saturday, January 17, 2026
/ 10:30 a.m. - 11 a.m.
Learn the basics of nature photography with a park interpreter as we wander along a section of the Outlaw Loop.
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From Spark to Flame: Fire Building Basics
Saturday, January 17, 2026
/ 4 p.m. - 5 p.m.
Join a park interpreter to learn the essentials of campfire building, including the importance of tinder, kindling, and proper structure. Whether you're new to fire-starting or looking to refine your…
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Impressions of Time
Sunday, January 18, 2026
/ 12 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.
Embark on a 2.5 mile guided hike through Fossil Flats Trail, where the ancient past is etched into the landscape. As we traverse the exposed creek bed, you’ll encounter hundreds, if not thousands, of…
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Nocturnal Navigation
Sunday, January 18, 2026
/ 3 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.
Did you know there are animals that use the moon and stars to navigate at night? Discover some of the animals use this form of nocturnal navigation and what you can to do to help them!
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Coping with the Cold
Friday, January 23, 2026
/ 11 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
How do the plants and animals survive the during the winter? Discover the answer as we discuss tactics such as hibernation and migration.
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