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Petit Jean State Parks
Arkansas State Parks Calendar of Events
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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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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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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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.
Heart Healthy
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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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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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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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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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Pinecone Bird Feeders
Saturday, August 02, 2025
/ 5 p.m. - 5:30 p.m.
From worms to seeds, fish to insects, birds have quite a menu! Join a park interpreter to learn what different birds eat and craft your own all-natural pinecone bird feeder to take home. Note: This…
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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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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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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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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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Owls of Arkasnas
Saturday, August 02, 2025
/ 7 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
Owls are expert hunters. Do you know why? Join a park interpreter to discover why owls are perfectly adapted for life in Bull Shoals-White River State Park, and which ones live at the 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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Sunset Cruise
Saturday, August 02, 2025
/ 7:15 p.m. - 8:15 p.m.
Enjoy a relaxing and scenic cruise on DeGray Lake! Discover the history of the lake, wildlife, view rock outcrops, and unique islands. Seating is limited—reservations can be made beginning…
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Nature's Nightlights
Saturday, August 02, 2025
/ 8 p.m. - 8:45 p.m.
Whether you call them lightning bugs or fireflies, these glowing insects have lit up summer nights and imaginations for generations. Join a park interpreter to discover the fascinating science behind…
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Summer Serenade: The Frogs of Lake Bailey
Saturday, August 02, 2025
/ 8 p.m. - 8:45 p.m.
Every summer evening the lake comes alive with a chorus of frogs! Meet a park interpreter to hear their song and learn the froggy faces behind our summer serenade.
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Golf Course Safari
Saturday, August 02, 2025
/ 8:45 p.m. - 9:45 p.m.
Tonight, we’ll take a caravan of golf carts out in search of nocturnal animals. Be sure to bring a flashlight! Space is limited and reservations are required. Reservations can be made…
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