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Petit Jean State Parks
Arkansas State Parks Calendar of Events
Aliens Among Us: Spiders
Sunday, July 20, 2025
/ 10 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.
Spiders are so different from us that sometimes they seem almost alien. Join the park interpreter to learn more about these weird creatures and how being different helps them survive.
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Naturally Nocturnal
Sunday, July 20, 2025
/ 2 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.
Although the dark may seem kind of scary to some people, there are many animals that depend on the cover of night for survival. Learn how the animals of Logoly State Park use their senses to get…
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Wild Wednesdays: Nature Journals
Wednesday, July 23, 2025
/ 10 a.m. - 11 a.m.
Discover nature at Logoly State Park in a new way through nature journals. Join the park interpreter to find out how to start your own nature journal, make a small journal to take home, and add your…
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Become a Community Scientist
Saturday, July 26, 2025
/ 10 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.
Logoly State Park is home to a wide variety of fascinating plants and animals. Not only is it fun to see them in the park, but these observations represent valuable data that can be used by…
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Meet a Snake
Saturday, July 26, 2025
/ 2 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.
This is your chance to meet a live snake. Join the park interpreter to learn more about the park's most misunderstood creatures and why they call this place home.
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Skull Detective
Sunday, July 27, 2025
/ 10 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.
Logoly State Park is home to many animals. One way we learn about these animals is by looking at the skulls. Join the park interpreter to uncover the mystery of the skulls.
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Beautiful Butterflies
Sunday, July 27, 2025
/ 2 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.
How does a caterpillar become the beautiful butterfly that you see flying in the park? Join the park interpreter to discover the answer and make a craft to take home.
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Wild Wednesdays: Outdoor Photography
Wednesday, July 30, 2025
/ 10 a.m. - 11 a.m.
Photography is a great way to explore the outdoors at Logoly State Park. Join the park interpreter to learn the tips and tricks of getting good nature pictures and find out the difference between…
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Logoly State Park Fall Bioblitz
Saturday, September 13, 2025
/ 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Logoly State Park is home to a wide variety of fascinating plants and animals. Not only is it fun to see these things in the park, but you can also help park staff by being a community scientist and…
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Hunter Education
Saturday, September 20, 2025 | Sunday, September 21, 2025
In order to purchase a hunting license in Arkansas anyone who was born after December 31, 1968, must complete Hunter Education. This is a 10-hour course that will be held from 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. on…
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Great Arkansas Cleanup
Saturday, September 27, 2025
/ 8:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
Help protect Logoly State Park with a morning of park beautification and litter removal. Check in at the visitor center to get supplies, an area to work, and a free t-shirt (limited supply). This…
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Creepy Crawly Weekend
Saturday, October 25, 2025 - Sunday, October 26, 2025
/ 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Discover the residents of the park that crawl, creep, and slither. We will have guided hikes, presentations, crafts, and games to introduce the most misunderstood animals in the park. Check with the…
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Basket Weaving Workshop
Saturday, November 08, 2025
/ 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Learn a new hobby based on an old art form that would have been essential during the height of the Magnesia Springs tourism era. All materials and tools will be supplied to weave a basket based on a…
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