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Petit Jean State Parks
Arkansas State Parks Calendar of Events
Seeds on the Move!
Sunday, February 01, 2026
/ 4 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Ever wonder how plants can grow in different places? Learn about the many ways plant seeds travel throughout the park!
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Winter Wildlife Watch
Friday, February 06, 2026
/ 9 a.m. - 9:45 a.m.
Join a park interpreter for a gentle 1-mile hike along the Lake Trail as we explore the winter habits of local wildlife. Learn to spot animal tracks, identify birds, and discover how creatures…
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Ten Essentials and Hiking Monument Trails
Friday, February 06, 2026
/ 10 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.
Learn how to pick the best trail for you and your family, as well as learn how to prepare for your hiking adventure with the 10 essentials!
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Trailblazer's Crossing
Saturday, February 07, 2026
/ 10 a.m. - 10:45 a.m.
Embark on a 0.50-mile walk along the easy Lake Trail, where history and wild beauty collide.
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Crafted Spaces
Saturday, February 07, 2026
/ 2 p.m. - 2:45 p.m.
Take a step back in time as you join a park interpreter inside the historic Café — a space hand-built by the Civilian Conservation Corps. In this 30-minute program, you’ll learn the story of the CCC…
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Icky, Sticky Spider Webs
Saturday, February 07, 2026
/ 3 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.
Discover the fascinating secrets behind the many web designs crafted by different spider species—and discover even more cool spider facts!
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Breakfast in the Den: A Dutch Oven Outdoor Cooking Demonstration
Sunday, February 08, 2026
/ 9 a.m. - 10 a.m.
Join a park interpreter for a morning of flavorful exploration as we showcase the art of crafting delicious breakfast treats in Arkansas' official state cooking vessel, the cast iron Dutch oven. We…
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Nature Journal
Sunday, February 08, 2026
/ 10 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.
Create a nature journal to capture all that you discover during your time at Devil’s Den State Park. Materials provided.
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Winter Bingo
Sunday, February 08, 2026
/ 12:30 p.m. - 1:30 p.m.
Join a park interpreter for a gentle 1.5-mile hike along Devil’s Racetrack while playing nature bingo. Explore the winter landscape, spot plants and wildlife, and enjoy a fun, interactive way to…
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Storyteller's Seat: Tall Tales from the Ozarks
Friday, February 13, 2026
/ 4 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Listen to legends that shaped this region, creating new memories from stories that have been passed down.
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Nature Lover's Lunch
Saturday, February 14, 2026
/ 11 a.m. - 1 p.m.
Enjoy the beauty of nature on a hike along the northern end of the Devil’s Racetrack. This is a moderate, 1.5-mile loop. After we finish the hike, participants are invited to bring their own packed…
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Nature Photography Scavenger Hunt
Sunday, February 15, 2026
/ 11 a.m. - 11:45 a.m.
Be sure to bring a camera and get ready to sharpen your nature photography skills while we wander down the easy, 0.50-mile Lake Trail.
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Nocturnal Navigation
Sunday, February 15, 2026
/ 4 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Did you know there are animals that use the moon and stars to navigate at night? Discover some of the animals use this form of nocturnal navigation and what you can to do to help them!
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Coping with the Cold
Friday, February 20, 2026
/ 10 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.
How do the plants and animals survive the during the winter? Discover the answer as we discuss tactics such as hibernation and migration.
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Wildside Hike on the Monument Trail
Saturday, February 21, 2026
/ 10 a.m. - 11 a.m.
Explore the natural wonders of the southern end of the Devil’s Racetrack Monument Trail on a 1-mile journey through forest and stone. This is a moderate hike. Don’t forget your sturdy footwear and…
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Sensory Grab Bag
Saturday, February 21, 2026
/ 2 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.
How well do you think you could identify objects found in nature by using only your sense of touch? It’s harder than you think!
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Icky, Sticky Spider Webs
Saturday, February 21, 2026
/ 4 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Discover the fascinating secrets behind the many web designs crafted by different spider species—and discover even more cool spider facts!
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Critter Real Estate
Sunday, February 22, 2026
/ 10 a.m. - 10:45 a.m.
Enjoy an easy 0.25-mile hike along the Woody Plant Trail as we discuss what makes this area great for critter habitats.
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Ten Essentials and Hiking Monument Trails
Friday, February 27, 2026
/ 10 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.
Learn how to pick the best trail for you and your family, as well as learn how to prepare for your hiking adventure with the 10 essentials!
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