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Legends of Petit Jean
Thursday, March 19, 2026
/ 9 a.m. - 9:30 a.m.
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…
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Birds of Petit Jean
Thursday, March 19, 2026
/ 11 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
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.…
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Campfire Craft
Friday, March 20, 2026
/ 1 p.m. - 1:30 p.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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Cedar Falls Overlook Stroll
Friday, March 20, 2026
/ 5 p.m. - 5:30 p.m.
Join a park interpreter at the Cedar Falls Overlook parking area for this easy, handicap accessible, 1/4-mile stroll. We will talk about some of the things that make Petit Jean State Park a special…
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Legacy of Mather Lodge Tour
Saturday, March 21, 2026
/ 5 p.m. - 5:45 p.m.
Join a park interpreter in the breezeway of Mather Lodge for a tour of this architectural park gem. Discover some secrets of the past and gain insight into the undergone changes of one of Arkansas’s…
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Pedal and Picnic Ride
Sunday, March 22, 2026
/ 9 a.m. - 10 a.m.
Join a park interpreter for a family-friendly bike ride along the CCC Hike and Bike Trail. We’ll start at the CCC Hike and Bike trailhead at the old visitor center, ride to Mather Lodge with a stop at…
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Legends of Petit Jean
Sunday, March 22, 2026
/ 11 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
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…
Read more
Cedar Falls Overlook Stroll
Wednesday, March 25, 2026
/ 3 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.
Join a park interpreter at the Cedar Falls Overlook parking area for this easy, handicap accessible, 1/4-mile stroll. We will talk about some of the things that make Petit Jean State Park a special…
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Legacy of Mather Lodge Tour
Thursday, March 26, 2026
/ 9 a.m. - 9:45 a.m.
Join a park interpreter in the breezeway of Mather Lodge for a tour of this architectural park gem. Discover some secrets of the past and gain insight into the undergone changes of one of Arkansas’s…
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Legends of Petit Jean
Friday, March 27, 2026
/ 11 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
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…
Read more
Mammal Fur Features
Friday, March 27, 2026
/ 5 p.m. - 5:45 p.m.
What does the fur of a black bear feel like? Meet a park interpreter in the CCC Room at Mather Lodge to discover some interesting features about the mammals of Petit Jean State Park. You will guess…
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Cedar Falls Overlook Stroll
Saturday, March 28, 2026
/ 9 a.m. - 9:30 a.m.
Join a park interpreter at the Cedar Falls Overlook parking area for this easy, handicap accessible, 1/4-mile stroll. We will talk about some of the things that make Petit Jean State Park a special…
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Campfire Craft
Saturday, March 28, 2026
/ 11 a.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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Pedal and Picnic Ride
Sunday, March 29, 2026
/ 9 a.m. - 10 a.m.
Join a park interpreter for a family-friendly bike ride along the CCC Hike and Bike Trail. We’ll start at the CCC Hike and Bike trailhead at the old visitor center, ride to Mather Lodge with a stop at…
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Legends of Petit Jean
Sunday, March 29, 2026
/ 11 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
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…
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Intro to Orienteering Spring Edition
Friday, April 03, 2026
/ 3 p.m. - 3:45 p.m.
Spring is the perfect time to sharpen your outdoor navigation skills. Join a park interpreter for a hands-on introduction to orienteering at the visitor center demonstration area. Learn the basics of…
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Spring Camp Skills Basics
Saturday, April 04, 2026
/ 4 p.m. - 4:45 p.m.
Spring is the perfect time to sharpen your outdoor skills. Come by the visitor center demonstration area to learn a new skill. Learn how to construct a tent, build a camp kitchen and tie essential…
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Becoming a Wildlife Watcher
Saturday, April 04, 2026
/ 6 p.m. - 6:45 p.m.
Meet a park interpreter at the pool parking area to begin your nature observation adventure. We will learn some helpful habits for observing wary wildlife and embark on a seasonal nature walk to put…
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Cycling the Seasons and Blooming Landscapes
Saturday, April 11, 2026
/ 9 a.m. - 10 a.m.
Experience Petit Jean State Park in motion as spring brings new color and energy to the landscape. This guided cycling program explores how seasonal change shapes the park’s trails, views, and…
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Mammals: Feel the Furs
Saturday, April 25, 2026
/ 3 p.m. - 3:45 p.m.
What does the fur of a black bear feel like? Meet a park interpreter in the CCC Room at Mather Lodge to discover some interesting features about the mammals of Petit Jean State Park. You will guess…
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