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Petit Jean State Parks
Arkansas State Parks Calendar of Events
Pedals and Preparation: The Essentials of Mountain Biking
Saturday, July 19, 2025
/ 1 p.m. - 1:30 p.m.
Join a park interpreter to learn the basics of mountain biking safety and preparedness. Discover what gear to carry and how to handle common trail challenges. Whether you're new to the sport or need a…
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Nature's Twinkle Lights
Saturday, July 19, 2025
/ 2:30 p.m. - 3 p.m.
Lightning bugs or fireflies? Whatever you call them, these little insects have delighted people for generations with their glow. Join Park Interpreter Kara to learn how they glow and why it's so…
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What Bee Would You Be?
Sunday, July 20, 2025
/ 9 a.m. - 9:30 a.m.
Are you an introvert? Maybe you're an
extrovert? Perhaps you're a little of both. Join a park interpreter as
we discover how bees have these same types of social identities and how they help the…
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Devil's Den Softball
Sunday, July 20, 2025
/ 10 a.m. - 11 a.m.
Everyone is invited to join the park interpreters for a game of Devil’s Den 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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Critter Cafe
Sunday, July 20, 2025
/ 2:30 p.m. - 3 p.m.
Join Park Interpreter Kara to play the role of an animal dining at the imaginary Critter Café. Learn what type of food your animal eats and where they would find it in the park.
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Life on the Edge at the Devil's Racetrack Monument Trail
Thursday, July 24, 2025
/ 11 a.m. - 11:45 a.m.
Do you know what an edge habitat is? Join a park interpreter to find out as we wander along part of the southern terminus of the Devil’s Racetrack Monument Trail!
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Dazzling Dragonflies
Thursday, July 24, 2025
/ 2:30 p.m. - 3 p.m.
Dragonflies are unique creatures that tell us a lot about the environment. Join a park interpreter to discover their characteristics and why they are helpful!
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Those Raccoon Rascals
Thursday, July 24, 2025
/ 4 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Discover how raccoons survive in the park and what their role in the environment with Park Interpreter Kara.
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Snail Snot
Friday, July 25, 2025
/ 10 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.
Snot, slime, or mucus? Is there a difference
and why are snails covered in it? What is their purpose in the park? Join Park
Interpreter Kara to uncover the slimy secrets of snails!
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One Fish, Two Fish
Friday, July 25, 2025
/ 2:30 p.m. - 3 p.m.
Did you know that the shape of fish's tail can affect how fast it swims? Join Park Interpreter Kara to learn about how the fish survive here at Devil's Den State Park and make your own 3D paper…
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Devil's Den Softball
Friday, July 25, 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! Meet at the ball field in Camp Area…
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B.A.R.K Ranger
Saturday, July 26, 2025
/ 9 a.m. - 9:45 a.m.
Calling all dog parents! Join a park interpreter in learning what it takes to be a B.A.R.K Ranger on this guided 1-mile hike. Then stick around to get your fur-baby certified as a Devil's Den State…
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Devil's Den Softball
Saturday, July 26, 2025
/ 10 a.m. - 11 a.m.
Everyone is invited to join the park interpreters for a game of Devil’s Den softball! Come be a part of this living legacy. We have gloves, bats, and balls, but we need you for a game!
Heart Healthy
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If I Were a Bear
Saturday, July 26, 2025
/ 11:30 a.m. - 12 p.m.
Bears, like all animals, have certain requirements that need to be met if they are to survive. Join Park Interpreter Kara for a fun game of playing bear and see if you could survive in the forest.
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Skull Sleuth
Saturday, July 26, 2025
/ 2:30 p.m. - 3 p.m.
What does the shape of an animal’s skull tell you about that animal? Solve the mystery with a park interpreter as we become skull sleuths!
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Acorns to Oak Trees
Sunday, July 27, 2025
/ 9 a.m. - 9:30 a.m.
Join a park interpreter as we discuss how the humble acorn can grow into the mighty oak tree, and the importance of having these trees in the park.
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Devil's Den Softball
Sunday, July 27, 2025
/ 10 a.m. - 11 a.m.
Everyone is invited to join the park interpreters for a game of Devil’s Den softball! Come be a part of this living legacy. We have gloves, bats, and balls, but we need you for a game!
Heart Healthy
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Build-a-Bug
Sunday, July 27, 2025
/ 2:30 p.m. - 3 p.m.
Join a park interpreter to learn more about the bugs of Devil's Den State Park and design your very own bug to take home!
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Pedals and Preparation: The Essentials of Mountain Biking
Friday, August 01, 2025
/ 4 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Join a park interpreter to learn the basics of mountain biking safety and preparedness. Discover what gear to carry and how to handle common trail challenges. Whether you're new to the sport or need a…
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36th Annual NWA Mountain Bike Championships Race
Saturday, September 13, 2025
Devil's Den State Park proudly celebrates 35 years of mountain biking. It started in 1989 with the first bike event and has become a September tradition. All events are spectator friendly. For a full…
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