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Great Outdoors Month
Sunday, June 01, 2025 - Monday, June 30, 2025
Petit Jean State Park's interpretive staff will offer a variety of activities daily throughout the month of June, with a special focus on the great outdoors. Enjoy guided trail hikes, games,…
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Ozark Homesteading Workshops
Friday, June 27, 2025 - Saturday, June 28, 2025
/ 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.
The Ozark Folk Center State Park Craft Village and Heritage Herb Garden will host Ozark Homesteading workshops on Friday & Saturday, June 27 & 28, 2025. Workshops include Composting for a
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Let's Play!: Historic Games
Friday, June 27, 2025
/ 2 p.m. - 3 p.m.
For the children of sharecroppers and tenant farmers in the early 20th century, games might have looked quite a bit different than the ones kids play today. Join park staff at the museum to learn…
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Sunset Kayaking on Dardanelle Bay
Friday, June 27, 2025
/ 7 p.m. - 9 p.m.
Lake Dardanelle State Park is known for its stunning sunsets. Enjoy the beauty as we paddle along some of the seldom seen shorelines of this 34,000-acre lake. Sign up at the visitor center or call…
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First Light Kayak Tour
Saturday, June 28, 2025
/ 6:30 a.m. - 8:30 a.m.
Many of us get lost in the hustle and bustle of the day and forget to take some time for ourselves, but the natural world relishes in the quiet before the storm. Embrace the day by joining a park…
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Kayak Tour
Saturday, June 28, 2025
/ 9 a.m. - 11 a.m.
One of the best ways to enjoy the lake is from inside a kayak! Whether it's paddling along the shoreline or exploring quiet coves, the beauty of the lake is worth a look. Flatwater kayaks, paddles,…
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Hooray for Herps Weekend!
Saturday, June 28, 2025 - Sunday, June 29, 2025
/ 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Spend the weekend at Pinnacle Mountain State Park learning about this group of very misunderstood and under-appreciated animals. Park interpreters will host hikes, crafts, programs, and much more…
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Kayak Tour
Saturday, June 28, 2025
/ 2 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.
Join a park interpreter at the fishing pier next to the boat ramp (within the park) for a kayak tour (weather permitting). Your guide will discuss kayaking basics, and you will get to experience Lake…
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Daisy Sunset Kayak Tour
Saturday, June 28, 2025
/ 6:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.
Join a park interpreter for one of the most beautiful views of Lake Greeson and the Ouachita Mountains at sunset by kayak. Bring clothing and shoes that can get wet. Please sign-up in person at…
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Paddleboard Test Drive
Monday, June 30, 2025
/ 9:30 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.
Join a park interpreter at the kayak beach near the visitor center for a free paddleboard test drive where you will have the opportunity to try one out for yourself. Each turn will last long enough…
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Intro to Stand Up Paddleboarding
Tuesday, July 01, 2025
/ 1 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.
Stand up paddleboarding is one of the fastest-growing recreational sports. Arkansas is a natural fit for the sport with an abundance of clean, clear lakes and rivers around the state. Join a park…
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Kayak Koving
Wednesday, July 02, 2025
/ 10 a.m. - 12 p.m.
Kayaking gives you the opportunity to interact with Lake Ouachita in a fun and engaging way. Join a park interpreter as we paddle out to explore nearby coves. Kayaks, paddles and…
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July 4th Fun and Games Day
Friday, July 04, 2025
Join the park staff for an “old-fashioned” celebration of our nation’s birthday! Numerous enjoyable, family-oriented games, contests, and other activities are offered. Contact the park for a…
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Annual Devil's Den Games
Friday, July 04, 2025
Enjoy a fun-filled family day of horseshoes, egg toss, sack races, bike parade, and of course softball tournaments. It will be a July 4th celebration your family won’t soon forget! Be sure to check…
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4th of July Festival
Friday, July 04, 2025
/ 8 a.m. - 3 p.m.
Bring the whole family out to the park and make some great memories this 4th of July. Park interpreters will have a host of games and activities lined up to help you enjoy your time at DeGray Lake…
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Fun on the Fourth
Friday, July 04, 2025
/ 10 a.m. - 3 p.m.
Celebrate and cool off this 4th of July at Pinnacle Mountain State Park. Join park interpreters for a day full of old-fashioned games for the whole family. There will be games and programs like…
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Introduction to Paddleboarding
Friday, July 04, 2025
/ 10 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
Join a park interpreter for an awesome paddleboarding outing! This is perfect for first time paddleboarders or if you want an amazing time on Lake Greeson! Bring a swimsuit and shoes that can get wet.…
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Flag Parade and Bike Parade
Friday, July 04, 2025
/ 10 a.m. - 11 a.m.
Celebrate the 4th of July with a bike and flag parade! Decorate your ride and join the fun as we show off our patriotic spirit. All ages welcome.
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Fun on the Fourth
Friday, July 04, 2025
/ 12 p.m. - 4 p.m.
Gather with friends at Queen Wilhelmina State Park on Independence Day to enjoy food and fun on the mountain. Meet at campsite 38 for Dutch oven desserts, homemade ice cream, and lawn games!
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July 4th - Watermelon Eating Contest
Friday, July 04, 2025
/ 1:30 p.m. - 2 p.m.
Join the park staff to see how fast you can eat a big slice of watermelon!
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