This 5-day workshop will help you master the art of broom making. Go beyond the basics with color, design, layers, and plaiting patterns to make your handcrafted brooms as beautiful as they are…

Plantation Agriculture Museum will be collecting glass recycling at the museum as part of the Great American Cleanup. Glass bottles, jars and containers are welcome. Information on how to recycle…

Petit Jean, a strange and fascinating mountain with many natural wonders, but that isn’t all that is fascinating. Meet a park interpreter at the Petit Jean Gravesite Overlook to discover some stories…

Join a park interpreter on a guided hike on the Falls Branch Trail. This 1-mile shortcut to the falls is the perfect route for working together and practicing good stewardship of the park by picking…

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…

Meet Park Interpreter Carrie at the CCC Overlook on Red Bluff Drive to learn about some of the birds we have here at Petit Jean State Park and some tips and tricks to see a few during your stay.…

Knowing how to tie the correct knot for all your fishing needs is important for any angler. Join the park interpreter to learn 5 basic knots for all your fishing needs. All supplies…

Join a park interpreter at the nature cabin for a creative introduction to snakes! Learn how to identify the venomous snakes of Arkansas. Participants will have the opportunity to meet a live speckled…

Discover the fascinating world of White River pearling as the residents of Jacksonport experienced it at the turn of the 20th century. See the equipment used by divers and learn about the multitude of…

Butterfly or moth? What's the difference? Join a park interpreter at the nature cabin to find out! Participants will have the opportunity to craft their very own butterfly or moth.

Paint lakeside watercolors celebrating equinox balance and spring renewal with a park interpreter. This activity is for all levels. Supplies limited, you may bring your own.

How much do you know, or think you know, about the critters that make Jacksonport State Park their home? From mammals to birds to reptiles, this is a chance to hone your cognitive skills with other…

As the sun rises, we’ll explore the trail’s unique features, including its terrain, flora, and views of the Lee Creek Valley. This is a moderate 2-mile hike, offering a peaceful start to your day,…

Create memories and celebrate a tradition at Historic Washington State Park. This two-day festival heralds the arrival of spring in Southwest Arkansas! Thousands of jonquils welcome craftspeople,…

Cane poles are an efficient and affordable tool for both beginner and expert fishermen. Join a park interpreter at the marina to tackle some fishing the old-fashioned way! Poles and bait will be…

Savor morning coffee by the fire with a park interpreter. Share stories and enjoy the view. Come and go while supplies last.

Join a park interpreter as we “step back in time” along the ¾-mile trail. Along the way we will learn what made Jacksonport so special and enjoy some scenery along the banks of the White River as we…

In The Journey of a Water Molecule, you’ll become a drop of water and travel through the different stages of the water cycle—evaporating, forming clouds, falling as rain, and moving across the…

Come to the amphitheater to learn how to practice the seven ethical principles of Leave No Trace and how they apply to Lake Catherine State Park. By practicing Leave No Trace, we can become…

Take a closer look at how much of the world’s water is actually available for us to drink. Through a simple visual demonstration, you’ll see just how small a portion of Earth’s water is truly potable…