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Great Outdoors Month
Sunday, June 01, 2025 - Monday, June 30, 2025
Petit Jean State Park's interpretive staff will offer a variety of activities daily throughout the month of June, with a special focus on the great outdoors. Enjoy guided trail hikes, games,…
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Dutch Oven Outdoor Cooking Dessert
Wednesday, June 25, 2025
/ 3 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.
People say that food cooked outdoors tastes better, and it’s true! You’ll have a chance to observe a Dutch oven cooking demonstration, learn how to season and care for cast iron, and taste some…
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Ozark Homesteading Workshops
Friday, June 27, 2025 - Saturday, June 28, 2025
/ 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.
The Ozark Folk Center State Park Craft Village and Heritage Herb Garden will host Ozark Homesteading workshops on Friday & Saturday, June 27 & 28, 2025. Workshops include Composting for a
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Let's Play!: Historic Games
Friday, June 27, 2025
/ 2 p.m. - 3 p.m.
For the children of sharecroppers and tenant farmers in the early 20th century, games might have looked quite a bit different than the ones kids play today. Join park staff at the museum to learn…
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Hooray for Herps Weekend!
Saturday, June 28, 2025 - Sunday, June 29, 2025
/ 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Spend the weekend at Pinnacle Mountain State Park learning about this group of very misunderstood and under-appreciated animals. Park interpreters will host hikes, crafts, programs, and much more…
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Camping for Beginners
Saturday, June 28, 2025
/ 10:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
Ever wanted to take up camping, but just didn’t know where to start? Join a park interpreter to learn the basics of camping such as tent setup, campfire building, campground cooking and other tips and…
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WIN (Women in Nature) Fly Fishing
Sunday, June 29, 2025
/ 9 a.m. - 12 p.m.
Bull Shoals-White River State Park is excited to offer Women in Nature (W.I.N.)! During this summer series, women are encouraged to join park staff to explore different aspects of the…
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Kids Clay Camp
Tuesday, July 01, 2025
/ 9 a.m. - 12 p.m.
Kids Clay Camp for students 6 to 10 years old!Taught by Judi Munn. Total Cost of Class $70 *** Click Here for more information or to register.*** This class is especially for young people ages 6 to…
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Youth Clay Camp
Tuesday, July 01, 2025
/ 1 p.m. - 4 p.m.
Youth Clay CampFor young people 11-15 years old taught by Judi Munn. *** Click Here for more information or to register. *** Total Cost of Class $70This class is especially for young people ages 11 to…
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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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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! Be sure to check…
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4th of July Festival
Friday, July 04, 2025
/ 8 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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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 main pavilion 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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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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