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Annual Devil's Den Games
Friday, July 04, 2025
Enjoy a fun-filled family day of horseshoes, egg toss, sack races, bike parade, and of course softball tournaments. It will be a July 4th celebration your family won’t soon forget! Contact the park…
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July 4th Fun and Games Day
Friday, July 04, 2025
Join the park staff for an “old-fashioned” celebration of our nation’s birthday! Numerous enjoyable, family-oriented games, contests, and other activities are offered. Contact the park for a…
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4th of July Bike Parade
Friday, July 04, 2025
/ 9 a.m. - 11 a.m.
Come one, come all! Join the Mount Nebo community for their annual 4th of July Bike Parade. Everyone is welcome to attend, whether you have a bike or not. Bike decorations will be provided at the…
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4th of July Festival
Friday, July 04, 2025
/ 9 a.m. - 3 p.m.
Bring the whole family out to the park and make some great memories this 4th of July. Park interpreters will have a host of games and activities lined up to help you enjoy your time at DeGray Lake…
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Flag Parade and Bike Parade
Friday, July 04, 2025
/ 10 a.m. - 11 a.m.
Celebrate the 4th of July with a bike and flag parade! Decorate your ride and join the fun as we show off our patriotic spirit. All ages welcome.
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Fun on the Fourth
Friday, July 04, 2025
/ 10 a.m. - 3 p.m.
Celebrate and cool off this 4th of July at Pinnacle Mountain State Park. Join park interpreters for a day full of old-fashioned games for the whole family. There will be games and programs like…
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Fun on the Fourth
Friday, July 04, 2025
/ 12 p.m. - 4 p.m.
Gather with friends at Queen Wilhelmina State Park on Independence Day to enjoy food and fun on the mountain. Meet at campsite 38 for Dutch oven desserts, homemade ice cream, and lawn games!
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July 4th - Watermelon Eating Contest
Friday, July 04, 2025
/ 1:30 p.m. - 2 p.m.
Join the park staff to see how fast you can eat a big slice of watermelon!
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July 4th - Water Balloon Volleyball
Friday, July 04, 2025
/ 2:30 p.m. - 3 p.m.
Come to the volleyball court prepared to get wet!
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July 4th - Water Balloon Toss
Friday, July 04, 2025
/ 3 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.
Partner up and be prepared to win or get wet!
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4th of July Daisy Bicycle Parade
Friday, July 04, 2025
/ 4 p.m. - 5 p.m.
Join us at the playground for a special 4th of July campground bike parade! Participants may bring their bicycle to decorate it in festive 4th of July colors, then the group will depart from the…
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Declaration Dash and Old-fashioned Games
Friday, July 04, 2025
/ 5 p.m. - 7 p.m.
Enjoy a fun run or walk, then play classic games with friends and family. Celebrate Independence Day through movement and tradition. All ages welcome. Wear active shoes.
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Tons of Fun
Saturday, July 05, 2025
/ 10 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
Join in the fun at the Tons of Fun event at Bull Shoals-White River State Park! Participate in old-fashioned games like the three-legged race, sack race, water balloon toss, and more! Registration…
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Annual Butterfly Count
Saturday, July 05, 2025
/ 10 a.m. - 2 p.m.
Right about peak butterfly season, Queen Wilhelmina State Park holds a butterfly count. If you would like to participate in the annual butterfly count, here is your chance. Each summer, people of all…
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Nature Arts and Crafts: Solar Dyeing
Saturday, July 05, 2025
/ 2:30 p.m. - 4 p.m.
Interested in creating a one-of-a-kind artwork using nature? Join a park interpreter at the playground for a hands-on workshop using natural materials found at Daisy State Park to create a beautiful…
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Dutch Oven Cooking Series: Quick and Easy Pizza Rolls
Sunday, July 06, 2025
/ 1:30 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.
Join a park interpreter at the main pavilion for pizza rolls cooked at our Dutch oven cooking demonstration. Learn the basics of Dutch oven cooking including how to care and season a Dutch oven. All…
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Dragonfly Days: Migration in Motion
Friday, July 11, 2025
/ 9:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
Join us for Dragonfly Days, a hands-on nature experience celebrating the incredible migration of dragonflies across North America! Each year, thousands of dragonflies take to the skies in one of…
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Cast Iron Connections: Cooking with a Dutch Oven
Friday, July 11, 2025
/ 2 p.m. - 4 p.m.
Gather around the fire for a hands-on cooking experience using a traditional Dutch oven. Participants will explore the history of cast iron cooking, learn basic techniques, and help prepare a tasty…
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Feathered Flyers Weekend
Saturday, July 12, 2025 - Sunday, July 13, 2025
/ 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Attention all "bird brains": This weekend was made for you! Bird watching hikes, bird trivia, raptor visits, and plenty of feathers will fly throughout the weekend. Join our interpretive staff to…
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Rag Quilt Class
Saturday, July 12, 2025
/ 9 a.m. - 2 p.m.
Rag Quilt Class Taught by Donna NicholsIn this class you will learn some basic sewing techniques and different types of fabrics used in sewing and quilting. This is a four-hour class for beginners and…
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