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Petit Jean State Parks
Arkansas State Parks Calendar of Events
Mammals of Village Creek
Sunday, February 08, 2026
/ 2 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.
Have you ever felt the fur of a bobcat? Meet a park interpreter to learn about many of the diverse mammal species that call Village Creek State Park home in this hands-on fur showcase.
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Choctaw Beadwork Look & Learn Table
Sunday, February 08, 2026
/ 2 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.
Beadwork has long been a meaningful form of cultural expression for the Choctaw people. Stop by the park interpreter’s Look & Learn Table in the visitor center to explore traditional designs and learn…
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Nature Journals
Sunday, February 08, 2026
/ 4 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Join a park interpreter to make your very own nature journal. Take this keepsake with you and use it to record your future experiences in nature! All materials provided. Appropriate for all…
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What's for Lunch?
Tuesday, February 10, 2026
/ 11:30 a.m. - 12 p.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…
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Tweethearts in the Backyard
Friday, February 13, 2026
/ 2 p.m. - 3 p.m.
February means Valentine’s Day and the Great Backyard Bird Count. What better way to spend time with your ‘Tweetheart’ than to help scientists better understand and protect birds around the world?…
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Bird Bingo
Friday, February 13, 2026
/ 2 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.
Lake Catherine State Park is home to many beautiful birds! Meet a park interpreter at the nature cabin to play this fun game and learn all about these fascinating fliers.
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Storyteller's Seat: Tall Tales from the Ozarks
Friday, February 13, 2026
/ 4 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Listen to legends that shaped this region, creating new memories from stories that have been passed down.
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Campfire Hot Chocolate
Saturday, February 14, 2026
/ 9 a.m. - 10 a.m.
Stop by the trailhead for visit with a park interpreter and enjoy a cup of hot chocolate by the campfire. This is a come-and-go program available on a first-come, first-serve basis.
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Trailside Table: Love Birds Breakfast
Saturday, February 14, 2026
/ 9 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.
Enjoy breakfast outdoors! Have an over-easy day with your favorite peep at Pavilion 2! Enjoy heart-shaped pancakes with sausage and eggs. Feed your hunger, share a peck. Call the park at (870)…
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Love Birds: Birding Adventure
Saturday, February 14, 2026
/ 9 a.m. - 10 a.m.
Birds love Village Creek State Park! Grab your "love bird" and join a park interpreter to learn the basics of birding, explore different bird habitats, and discover the many reasons why birds love…
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Birdy Valentines
Saturday, February 14, 2026
/ 10 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
Join a park interpreter in celebrating National Bird Feeding Month. We learn about birds that call the ridge home while creating tasty valentines treats for our feathered friends.
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Dating Advice from Birds
Saturday, February 14, 2026
/ 11 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
Has cupid's arrow missed its mark a time or two with you? Look no further than birds at Mount Magazine State Park for some great dating advice, presented by a park interpreter! The family-friendly…
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What's for Lunch?
Saturday, February 14, 2026
/ 11:30 a.m. - 12 p.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…
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Picture This: Smartphone Photography
Saturday, February 14, 2026
/ 1 p.m. - 2:15 p.m.
Use professional photography techniques to capture your memories of Queen Wilhelmina State Park through the lens of a smartphone. Join a park interpreter to learn essential photography tips and simple…
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Make a Track
Saturday, February 14, 2026
/ 1 p.m. - 2 p.m.
Many critters live and pass through Cossatot River State Park. Stop by the center to create your own track casting of local wildlife to take home. This is a come and go station.
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Love Bird Craft
Saturday, February 14, 2026
/ 1 p.m. - 2 p.m.
Join a park interpreter to learn about the common bird species found at Lake Sylvia Recreation Area. Explore common bird signs like feathers and learn how to spot them in the wild. Use these birds as…
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Tweethearts in the Backyard
Saturday, February 14, 2026
/ 2 p.m. - 3 p.m.
February means Valentine’s Day and the Great Backyard Bird Count. What better way to spend time with your ‘Tweetheart’ than to help scientists better understand and protect birds around the world?…
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Beloved Birds
Saturday, February 14, 2026
/ 2:30 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.
Lake Catherine State Park is home to many love birds! Join a park interpreter at the nature cabin to learn all about these affectionate avians on this lovely holiday. Visitors will have the chance to…
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Made with Love: Valentine Card Printing
Saturday, February 14, 2026
/ 2:30 p.m. - 4 p.m.
Share your love of nature with a handmade Valentine's Day card! Join a park interpreter and use natural items to create your own set of six cards using a printing technique called cyanotyping. Capture…
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Dutch Oven Sweethearts Campfire
Saturday, February 14, 2026
/ 4 p.m. - 5:30 p.m.
Celebrate Valentine’s Day with a romantic Dutch oven cooking demo over the campfire. Perfect for sweethearts, friends, or families; all ages welcome. Dress warmly, bring chairs and your appetite!
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