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Pinnacle Mountain State Park
Arkansas State Parks Calendar of Events
Bird Beak Buffet
Thursday, March 26, 2026
/ 10 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.
Birds of all sizes, colors, and shapes can be seen flying around Pinnacle Mountain State Park, but do they all eat the same thing? Join a park interpreter to learn what all different bird species have…
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Arkansas Spring Break Week: Arrowhead Necklaces
Thursday, March 26, 2026
/ 10 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.
Did you know that Native Americans wore jewelry for some of the same reasons we wear jewelry today? Join a park interpreter to discover some Native American jewelry pieces left by the Plum Bayou…
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Arkansas Spring Break Week: Artifacts of the Plum Bayou Culture
Thursday, March 26, 2026
/ 1:30 p.m. - 2 p.m.
Every artifact tells a story. The artifacts found at this archeological site and the context in which they were found help archeologists better understand the lives of the Plum Bayou people. Together,…
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Delta Heritage Trail Guided Bike Tour
Thursday, March 26, 2026
/ 1:30 p.m. - 3 p.m.
Delta Heritage Trail State Park offers miles and miles to explore the outdoors through hiking and biking. Start your journey by joining a park interpreter on a guided 6-mile bike ride on an easy flat…
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Constellation Can Lanterns
Thursday, March 26, 2026
/ 1:30 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.
Craft a lantern using real star patterns. Bring your own can or use one provided. This is a fun, hands-on way to celebrate the night sky while learning about constellations visible from Arkansas.
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Arkansas Spring Break Week: Ceremonial Site Walking Tour
Thursday, March 26, 2026
/ 2 p.m. - 3 p.m.
The Plum Bayou Mounds site is one of the largest and most impressive archeological sites in the Lower Mississippi River Valley. Occupied by Native Americans from about 650 to 1050 AD, this site is…
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Arkansas Spring Break Week: Spear and Atlatl Demonstration
Friday, March 27, 2026
/ 10 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.
Have you ever wanted to try your hand at throwing a spear? Join a park interpreter to learn how to throw a spear with the help of a little-known Native American tool called an atlatl. Through this fun…
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Arkansas Spring Break Week: American Indian Games
Friday, March 27, 2026
/ 1:30 p.m. - 2 p.m.
Throughout history, American Indians have invented many kinds of games for the purpose of having fun. Join a park interpreter to try some of these games for yourself and learn how these games taught…
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Dutch Oven Outdoor Cooking
Friday, March 27, 2026
/ 2 p.m. - 3 p.m.
Dutch oven cooking is the perfect way to celebrate togetherness in the outdoors. Join a park interpreter to learn about the significance of Dutch oven cooking in Arkansas, then stay as we make a tasty…
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Arkansas Spring Break Week: Ceremonial Site Walking Tour
Friday, March 27, 2026
/ 2 p.m. - 3 p.m.
The Plum Bayou Mounds site is one of the largest and most impressive archeological sites in the Lower Mississippi River Valley. Occupied by Native Americans from about 650 to 1050 AD, this site is…
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Disaster - Floods and Tornados
Friday, March 27, 2026
/ 5 p.m. - 5:45 p.m.
Join a park interpreter to learn about two of the major disasters that have affected Jacksonport State Park both past and present.
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Campfire Stories, Songs and S’mores
Friday, March 27, 2026
/ 5 p.m. - 6 p.m.
Enjoy stories, songs, and s’mores around the campfire with a park interpreter. Share river memories, nature facts, and classic songs. Bring a chair or blanket, mosquito repellent, and dress for the…
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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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Arkansas Spring Break Week: Upcoming Excavation at Plum Bayou Mounds Archeological State Park
Saturday, March 28, 2026
/ 10 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.
Plum Bayou Mounds Archeological State Park is an active archeological site that continues to teach us more about the people who lived here more than 1,000 years ago. During this program, a park…
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Camouflage: Blending in to Stay Alive
Saturday, March 28, 2026
/ 11 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
Camouflage is an important survival strategy in the animal kingdom. Whether animals are hunting for their meal or trying to avoid being eaten, blending into their environment is important! Join a park…
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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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Calling all Pest Control - Brown Bats
Saturday, March 28, 2026
/ 11 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
Do you like mosquitoes? Of course you don’t! Join a park interpreter to learn about one of natures pest controllers, the brown bat.
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Arkansas Spring Break Week: Ceremonial Site Walking Tour
Saturday, March 28, 2026
/ 2 p.m. - 3 p.m.
The Plum Bayou Mounds site is one of the largest and most impressive archeological sites in the Lower Mississippi River Valley. Occupied by Native Americans from about 650 to 1050 AD, this site is…
Read more
Constellation Can Lanterns
Saturday, March 28, 2026
/ 2 p.m. - 3 p.m.
Craft a lantern using real star patterns. Bring your own can or use one provided. This is a fun, hands-on way to celebrate the night sky while learning about constellations visible from Arkansas.
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Campfire Treats and Trivia
Saturday, March 28, 2026
/ 7 p.m. - 8 p.m.
Join a park interpreter at the campground amphitheater for an evening of fun around the campfire. Enjoy s'mores and a chance to test your park and nature knowledge through trivia! Supplies are…
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