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Petit Jean State Parks
Arkansas State Parks Calendar of Events
What's for Lunch
Saturday, November 01, 2025
/ 6:30 a.m. - 7 a.m.
We have 8,000 gallons of aquariums, filled with many of the fish species found in Lake Dardanelle. Join park staff in the visitor center as they feed the fish live food. See for yourself, what’s for…
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Birding 101
Saturday, November 01, 2025
/ 9 a.m. - 9:45 a.m.
Meet a park interpreter to learn the basics of birding then
put your new skills to the test. We will look and listen for birds during a 0.5-mile walk on the Arboretum Trail. Wear sturdy shoes, bring…
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Corn Husk Figurines
Saturday, November 01, 2025
/ 9 a.m. - 9:45 a.m.
Exploration, opportunity, and progress forged the culture that you find here today. Join a park interpreter in the Lakeview Room of the visitor center to learn about an early toy that was made by the…
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Hobbs Hiking Club for Adults
Saturday, November 01, 2025
/ 9:30 a.m. - 12 p.m.
Join a park interpreter for our monthly hike for adults on
the first Saturday of each month. Each hike will include healthy outdoor
recreation, sharing some of nature’s secrets and the opportunity to…
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Hiking Basics and Monument Trails
Saturday, November 01, 2025
/ 10 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.
Did you know that the Monument Trails can also be used for hiking? But which one should you pick for an adventure? Join a park interpreter to learn how to pick the best trail for you and your family,…
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Ancient Jewelry
Saturday, November 01, 2025
/ 10 a.m. - 11 a.m.
Join the park interpreter and discover different types of jewelry the Mississippians wore, where the raw material came from, and methods used to make jewelry. Make your own animal bone…
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Discovery Hike
Saturday, November 01, 2025
/ 10 a.m. - 11 a.m.
Join a park interpreter for an easy hike down the Pale Wood Trail where we will discover what nature has in store. Feel free to bring binoculars, field guides, and your nature questions! Closed-toe…
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Where the Rivers Meet
Saturday, November 01, 2025
/ 10 a.m. - 10:45 a.m.
The confluence of the Black and White Rivers have shaped the past
and will shape the future of Jacksonport State Park and the surrounding area. Join
a park interpreter to
learn about "stewardship" and…
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Eagle Tour
Saturday, November 01, 2025
/ 10 a.m. - 11 a.m.
Lake Dardanelle State Park is proud to offer free winter lake cruises for the best chance of seeing our national symbol, the American bald eagle (weather permitting). Many other spectacular birds will…
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West End Wander
Saturday, November 01, 2025
/ 10 a.m. - 12 p.m.
Have you ever wanted to wander the woods of Mount Magazine? Join a park interpreter as you explore interesting sandstone structures, both natural and human-made, on the west end of Mount Magazine…
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Map Reading Basics
Saturday, November 01, 2025
/ 11 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
GPS is a handy tool to use getting from one place to another, but what if you are in an area where your GPS does not work? How do you navigate? With a
map and a compass! Join a park interpreter to…
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What's the Catch?
Saturday, November 01, 2025
/ 11 a.m. - 11:45 a.m.
Do fish have a sixth sense? Meet a park interpreter to discover how fish use their senses to navigate their underwater world. We will make a paper fish craft, all while uncovering the secret…
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Cherokee Clay Creations: Make a Pinch Pot
Saturday, November 01, 2025
/ 11 a.m. - 12 p.m.
Before Arkansas became a state, Cherokee families in this region crafted pottery by hand using local clay. Join a park interpreter to learn about this tradition and make your own small clay vessel to…
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Ancient Jewelry
Saturday, November 01, 2025
/ 2 p.m. - 3 p.m.
Join the park interpreter and discover different types of jewelry the Mississippians wore, where the raw material came from, and methods used to make jewelry. Make your own animal bone…
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Big Ben Trail Guided Hike
Saturday, November 01, 2025
/ 2 p.m. - 2:45 p.m.
Meet a park interpreter to learn about Village Creek State Park's history, listen to the stories behind the name of Ben, and acknowledge the power your actions can have here. This is a 0.5-mile…
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Finding Footprints Bingo
Saturday, November 01, 2025
/ 2 p.m. - 2:45 p.m.
Ever wonder who’s wandering through the woods when you’re not looking? Join a park interpreter to learn about Mount Magazine State Park’s wildlife by identifying their tracks and uncovering their…
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Osage Ribbonwork
Saturday, November 01, 2025
/ 2 p.m. - 3 p.m.
Ribbonwork is a vibrant and meaningful tradition in Osage culture, used to decorate clothing and express identity. Join a park interpreter to discover the history and symbolism behind Osage…
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White River Hunters and Trappers
Saturday, November 01, 2025
/ 3 p.m. - 3:45 p.m.
Hunting and trapping served an important role on the White River and contributed to Jacksonport's economy. Join a park interpreter to learn what animals were hunted and trapped in this area. Learn…
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Nature Jeopardy
Saturday, November 01, 2025
/ 4 p.m. - 5 p.m.
Here is a chance for you and your family to be in the “hot seat!” Bring your whole family to this fun game and challenge your brain on every aspect of the nature of Arkansas. Meet a park interpreter…
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Choctaw Beadwork
Saturday, November 01, 2025
/ 4 p.m. - 5 p.m.
Beadwork has long been a meaningful form of cultural expression for the Choctaw people. Join a park interpreter to explore traditional designs, learn about the history and symbolism behind them, and…
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