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Petit Jean State Parks
Arkansas State Parks Calendar of Events
White River Hunters and Trappers
Saturday, August 02, 2025
/ 2:30 p.m. - 3:15 p.m.
Hunting and trapping served an important role on the White River and contributed to Jacksonport's economy. Join a park interpreter to learn what animals were hunted and trapped in this area. Learn…
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Take Nothing But Pictures
Saturday, August 02, 2025
/ 3 p.m. - 4 p.m.
Have you ever been hiking in a park and discovered a pretty rock and wanted to take it? Or a beautiful flower and wanted to pick it? Join a park interpreter to enjoy a wonderful stroll along a short…
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Casting Contest
Saturday, August 02, 2025
/ 3 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.
When it comes to fishing at Lake Ouachita State Park, practice makes perfect! Join a park interpreter to discover the diverse gamefish species found in Lake Ouachita while practicing your casting…
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Snakes of Lake Chicot
Saturday, August 02, 2025
/ 3 p.m. - 3:45 p.m.
The southern Arkansas Delta is a snake’s dream habitat as it is warm, wet, and crawling with insects. Join Park Interpreter Brandi to learn about the snakes that live at Lake Chicot State Park.…
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Wings Over the River Valley
Saturday, August 02, 2025
/ 3 p.m. - 3:45 p.m.
Meet a park interpreter to see what takes flight over this historic point. We may see vultures, hawks, or other birds, and it’s all a fun
learning experience with beautiful scenery. Bring…
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Journey to Germination
Saturday, August 02, 2025
/ 3 p.m. - 3:45 p.m.
Join a park interpreter at the Lake Center to discover what a seed must overcome in its journey to germination, as well as the different methods of seed dispersal. This program includes a…
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Catch of the Day (Dardanelle Area)
Saturday, August 02, 2025
/ 3 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.
Thanks to the healthy fishery of Lake Dardanelle, you can experience the
thrill of nature and the success of the catch. Join a park interpreter on the
Dardanelle side of the park in the grassy area…
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Silent Invaders
Saturday, August 02, 2025
/ 4 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.
The natural resources at Bull Shoals-White River State Park are being threatened by an army of silent invaders! Discover what these are and how they could potentially impact our park. Learn…
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Fishing Fun
Saturday, August 02, 2025
/ 4 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Fishing is a great way to enjoy your day here at Daisy State Park! Join a park interpreter as we discuss what fish you are most likely to catch here in Lake Greeson, as well as some fishing…
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Petit Jean Softball
Saturday, August 02, 2025
/ 4 p.m. - 5 p.m.
Meet the park interpreters for a fun, family game of softball – Petit Jean style. We have some softball equipment, but if you have your own bring it out and join us.
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Devil's Den Softball
Saturday, August 02, 2025
/ 4 p.m. - 5 p.m.
Everyone is invited to join the park interpreters for softball. Come be a part of this living legacy! We have gloves, bats, and balls, but we need you for a game!
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Eagle Measure Up
Saturday, August 02, 2025
/ 4 p.m. - 4:45 p.m.
Bald eagles are incredible not only for their beauty and speed, but for their size as well. Join a park interpreter in the grassy area across from the visitor center to learn about the bald eagles…
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Scales, Tails and Survival Tools
Saturday, August 02, 2025
/ 4 p.m. - 5 p.m.
Join us to discover how snakes survive without legs! Learn about their amazing adaptations, then build your own custom snake designed for life in the wild. Fun, hands-on, and perfect for children ages…
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Nature Jeopardy
Saturday, August 02, 2025
/ 4 p.m. - 5 p.m.
Here is a chance for you and your family to be in the “hot seat!” Bring your whole family to this fun game and challenge your brain on every aspect of the nature of Arkansas. Meet a park interpreter…
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Survival Sips (Dardanelle Area)
Saturday, August 02, 2025
/ 5 p.m. - 5:45 p.m.
What would you do if your only water source was a muddy puddle? Join a
park interpreter on the Dardanelle side of the park at the pavilion to explore
how clean water keeps us safe and why it matters…
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Sounds of the Night
Saturday, August 02, 2025
/ 5:30 p.m. - 6:30 p.m.
Have you ever been outside and heard a weird noise? Have you ever been camping and heard something you couldn't explain? There are plenty of nocturnal animals in our park that make all sorts of…
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What's that Smell?
Saturday, August 02, 2025
/ 6 p.m. - 6:30 p.m.
Visit with a park interpreter to learn about the beautiful, but smelly striped skunks that call Arkansas home. What do they eat? How long do they live? Other than their odor, what makes them special?…
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Historical Hayride
Saturday, August 02, 2025
/ 6 p.m. - 7 p.m.
Join Park Interpreter Andrea for a scenic wagon ride around the summit of Mount Nebo! This round-trip tour takes roughly 30 minutes and offers visitors the opportunity to sit back and enjoy beautiful…
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Picture Perfect
Saturday, August 02, 2025
/ 6:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
The protections of Village Creek State Park give us endless opportunities for picture perfect memories. Even though we can’t take pieces of the park home with us, a picture lasts forever! Meet a park…
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Frog Symphony
Saturday, August 02, 2025
/ 7 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
Join a park interpreter at the amphitheater to discover the magical
sounds of frogs and toads! You’ll learn how each species has its own special
call and how these calls create a wild “symphony” in…
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