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Pinnacle Mountain State Park
Arkansas State Parks Calendar of Events
Daybreak Diamond Tour
Friday, March 07, 2025 - Sunday, March 08, 2026
/ 8:30 a.m. - 9 a.m.
Join a park interpreter in the Diamond Discovery Center, lower level to walk through the search area and learn about the best places to search for diamonds. Along the way, you’ll hear…
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Campfire Craft
Thursday, July 10, 2025 - Saturday, March 28, 2026
/ 3 p.m. - 11:30 a.m.
Want to learn how to build a fire? Join a park interpreter at the amphitheater to learn how to build your own! This program will last around 30 minutes.
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Owl's Last Supper
Friday, March 06, 2026
/ 9:30 a.m. - 10:15 a.m.
It's dissection time! Join a park interpreter at the nature cabin to discover the owls of Lake Catherine State Park and what makes them so special. We will be dissecting real owl pellets to take a…
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Diamond Mining 101
Friday, March 06, 2026
/ 10 a.m. - 10:15 a.m.
Meet a park interpreter on the upper level of the Diamond Discovery Center to learn the tricks of the trade at this demonstration of diamond searching methods!
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The Cherokee Trail of Tears in Prairie Grove
Friday, March 06, 2026
/ 10 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.
Join a park interpreter to learn about the Cherokee Trail of Tears, and the story of how it came through what is today Prairie Grove Battlefield State Park.
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Snake Smarts
Friday, March 06, 2026
/ 10:30 a.m. - 11:15 a.m.
Join a park interpreter at the nature cabin to test your snake smarts! Learn how to identify the venomous snakes of Arkansas. Participants will have the opportunity to meet a live speckled…
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Map Reading Basics
Friday, March 06, 2026
/ 11 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
What happens when the GPS fails? You use a map! Learn the basics of map reading today with a park interpreter.
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The Cherokee Trail of Tears in Prairie Grove
Friday, March 06, 2026
/ 11:30 a.m. - 12 p.m.
Join a park interpreter to learn about the Cherokee Trail of Tears, and the story of how it came through what is today Prairie Grove Battlefield State Park.
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Pedals and Preparation: The Essentials of Mountain Biking on Monument Trails
Friday, March 06, 2026
/ 1 p.m. - 1:30 p.m.
Learn the basics of mountain biking safety and preparedness. Discover what gear to carry and how to handle common trail challenges. Whether you're new to the sport or need a refresher, this program…
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Nature Cabin Drop In
Friday, March 06, 2026
/ 1 p.m. - 4 p.m.
Stop by the nature cabin to discover what makes Lake Catherine State Park so special. Park interpreters are available to present brief programs, help start your explorer program or answer any…
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The Cherokee Trail of Tears in Prairie Grove
Friday, March 06, 2026
/ 1 p.m. - 1:30 p.m.
Join a park interpreter to learn about the Cherokee Trail of Tears, and the story of how it came through what is today Prairie Grove Battlefield State Park.
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Diamond Mining 101
Friday, March 06, 2026
/ 1:30 p.m. - 1:45 p.m.
Meet a park interpreter on the upper level of the Diamond Discovery Center to learn the tricks of the trade at this demonstration of diamond searching methods!
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Mammals of the Mountain
Friday, March 06, 2026
/ 1:30 p.m. - 2 p.m.
How well do you know the mammals of Queen Wilhelmina State Park? Meet a park interpreter to discover some fascinating (and furry) facts about the animals that call this mountain home!
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Weather is Wild!
Friday, March 06, 2026
/ 2 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.
Discover the natural signs that hint at storms, sunshine, or seasonal shifts. From the way animals behave to the shape of clouds, nature offers subtle forecasts that anyone can learn to read.
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The Cherokee Trail of Tears in Prairie Grove
Friday, March 06, 2026
/ 2 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.
Join a park interpreter to learn about the Cherokee Trail of Tears, and the story of how it came through what is today Prairie Grove Battlefield State Park.
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Pop Can Fishing
Friday, March 06, 2026
/ 2 p.m. - 3 p.m.
Forgot your fishing pole? No problem! Join a park interpreter to discover an innovative way to fish on a whim. All you will need to bring is an empty soda can (or bottle), and we will show you…
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Lure It Your Way
Friday, March 06, 2026
/ 3 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.
Join a park interpreter to design and decorate your very own fishing lure! Learn what attracts fish to lures and the types of fish that can be found in Lake Devil. All materials provided, just bring…
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Poop Bingo
Friday, March 06, 2026
/ 4 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Play a hilarious game of poop bingo to learn about some of the park’s animal residents and their poop.
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Signs of Spring
Friday, March 06, 2026
/ 6 p.m. - 6:30 p.m.
The first day of spring is March 20th, but you often can see signs of spring well before the Spring Equinox. Join a park interpreter at the amphitheater to learn and look for some early signs of…
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Den Diaires and Morning Sips
Saturday, March 07, 2026
/ 9 a.m. - 10 a.m.
Start your morning with a cup of coffee and a campfire as we explore the stories that shaped Devil’s Den State Park. Join a park interpreter in the quiet magic of an Ozark morning to hear about…
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