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Petit Jean State Parks
Arkansas State Parks Calendar of Events
Pedal and Pines Ride
Sunday, May 11, 2025
/ 9 a.m. - 10 a.m.
Join Park Interpreter Carrie for a one-hour guided bicycle ride on the roads of Lake Catherine State Park. We will meet at the administration office to begin this scenic adventure. Please bring your…
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Pioneer Cemetery Tour
Sunday, May 11, 2025
/ 9:30 a.m. - 10 a.m.
The Pioneer Cemetery is the resting place for the first settlers on Rich Mountain. Join a park interpreter at the Pioneer Cemetery to hear about life for settlers in the 1860s and the history of the…
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Birds and Blossoms
Sunday, May 11, 2025
/ 9:30 a.m. - 10 a.m.
Join a park interpreter for a 0.5-mile stroll to become acquainted with some of the birds, trees, and wildflowers that live at Village Creek State Park. Wear sturdy shoes and bring water, a…
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Diamond Mining 101
Sunday, May 11, 2025
/ 10 a.m. - 10:15 a.m.
Meet a park interpreter in the Diamond Discovery Center to learn the tricks of the trade at this demonstration of diamond searching methods!
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Morning Lake Tour
Sunday, May 11, 2025
/ 10 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
Begin your day with a peaceful cruise on Lake Ouachita! Bring a warm drink as a park interpreter will serve as your guide while you admire the scenery, wildlife, and stories of Lake Ouachita.…
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Woodpecker Walk (Towering Pines Trail)
Sunday, May 11, 2025
/ 10 a.m. - 10:45 a.m.
Woodpeckers can be found all over the park in several different shapes and colors. Learn how to spot evidence of woodpecker activity and discover these strange and fascinating birds on this easy hike.…
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Pine Needle Painting
Sunday, May 11, 2025
/ 10 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.
What’s more relaxing than a morning painting session? Come paint beautiful landscape pictures using materials found in nature. All materials will be provided.
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Mothers in Nature
Sunday, May 11, 2025
/ 11 a.m. - 11:45 a.m.
Meet a park interpreter to learn more about mothers
in nature, how they care for their young, and what to do if you encounter them.
Stay and make a Mother’s Day craft to take home! This program is…
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Finding Woody
Sunday, May 11, 2025
/ 11 a.m. - 11:45 a.m.
Woodpeckers scatter the forest here at Lake Catherine State Park. Join Park Interpreter Carrie at the amphitheater to learn more about these birds and go on a search for a few. We will walk 1/2-mile…
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Bear Necessities
Sunday, May 11, 2025
/ 12 p.m. - 1 p.m.
Arkansas was historically known as "The Bear State" for its plentiful population of black bears. Join a park interpreter to hear about the history of black bears in the state and why they are so…
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Carapace Capers
Sunday, May 11, 2025
/ 12 p.m. - 1 p.m.
Turtles wear their life stories on their sleeve (and on their shell). Put your detective skills to the test and join the park interpreter and their shelled friend in exploring some of the stories…
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The Great Green Gobbler
Sunday, May 11, 2025
/ 1 p.m. - 1:30 p.m.
Hop on into the spring while discovering how bullfrogs hunt their food. This program will last about 30 minutes and is in the nature cabin. Come ready to hop along and see if you can make it as a…
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Preserving the Legacy
Sunday, May 11, 2025
/ 2 p.m. - 4 p.m.
Join a park interpreter for a special 2-hour open self-guided tour of the 1872 Courthouse Museum! Learn how Jacksonport became the county seat, what the building was used for after the county seat…
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The Wonders of Weaving
Sunday, May 11, 2025
/ 2 p.m. - 4 p.m.
Do you like crafting and want to try something new? Stop by Davidsonville Historic State Park and help park staff with a weaving project. We'll uncover the basics and learn about the types of looms,…
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Scenic Lake Cruise
Sunday, May 11, 2025
/ 2 p.m. - 3 p.m.
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…
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Pinecone Bird Feeders
Sunday, May 11, 2025
/ 2:30 p.m. - 3 p.m.
Birds eat various things, from worms to fish, to seeds and insects. Join a park interpreter to learn all about the diet of birds while we make an all-natural bird feeder for you to take home…
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Feed the Snapping Turtle
Sunday, May 11, 2025
/ 3 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.
The common snapping turtle at Crowley’s Ridge State Park visitor center is very hungry! Join a park interpreter to find out more information about our turtle friend and help make his belly…
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Look! A Squirrel!
Sunday, May 11, 2025
/ 3 p.m. - 4 p.m.
At Lake Frierson State Park, our favorite gardeners get to work in winter. Join the park interpreter for a 0.5-mile hike on the Dogwood Lane Trail and learn more about one of our favorite park…
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Critter Feeding
Sunday, May 11, 2025
/ 3 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.
Stop by the visitor center to join a park interpreter in feeding our resident critters– snakes, frogs, turtles and more!
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