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Petit Jean State Parks
Arkansas State Parks Calendar of Events
Heritage Herb Spring Extravaganza
Heritage Herb Spring Extravaganza May 1 through May 3, 2025 Mark Your Calendar! May 1st---A Lavish May Day Reception hosted by
the Herb Society of America—Ozark Unit heralds in the Heritage Herb…
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Morning Hike
Saturday, May 03, 2025
/ 9 a.m. - 10 a.m.
Are you looking for a healthy way to start your morning? Join a park
interpreter on a leisurely morning stroll on the Heritage & Habitat Trail
to enjoy the nature that Bull Shoals-White River…
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Cedar Falls Hike
Saturday, May 03, 2025
/ 9 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
To know Petit Jean State Park, you have to know Cedar Falls. Meet a park interpreter to hike down to the foot of this landmark waterfall! The Cedar Falls hike is 2-miles round trip and strenuous,…
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Beginner Butter and Cheesemaking Workshop
Saturday, May 03, 2025
/ 10 a.m. - 2 p.m.
Cheese and butter making have long been effective ways to preserve milk and for the families of tenant farmers and sharecroppers, selling cheese and butter to the local general store was a reliable…
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Archeological Site Tram Tour
Saturday, May 03, 2025
/ 2 p.m. - 3 p.m.
The Plum Bayou Mounds site is
one of the largest and most impressive archeological sites in the Lower Mississippi River
Valley. Occupied
by American
Indians from about 650 to 1050 AD, this site is…
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Bear Cave Hike
Saturday, May 03, 2025
/ 2 p.m. - 2:45 p.m.
Join a park interpreter for an interesting walk among the giant sandstone boulders and slot canyons of the Bear Cave area. This is a relatively easy 1/4-mile hike that is great for the whole…
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Silent Invaders
Saturday, May 03, 2025
/ 2 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.
The natural resources at Bull Shoals-White River State Park are being threatened by an army of silent invaders! Discover what these are and how they could potentially impact our park. Learn…
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Mammal Animals of Petit Jean
Saturday, May 03, 2025
/ 4 p.m. - 4:45 p.m.
What does the fur of a black bear feel like?
Meet a park interpreter in the historic CCC Room at Mather Lodge to
discover some interesting features about the mammals of Petit Jean State Park.
You…
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Owls of Arkansas
Saturday, May 03, 2025
/ 4 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Owls are expert hunters for a multitude of reasons. Do you know why? Join a park interpreter to discover more about owls and which ones live at Bull Shoals-White River State Park!
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The Cleverlys Comedy Bluegrass Band
Saturday, May 03, 2025
/ 7 p.m. - 10 p.m.
HOG GRASS LLC Presents: Paul Harris & The Cleverlys live at the Ozark Folk Center's Highlands Theater in Mountain View, Arkansas on Saturday, May 5. Doors open at 6 p.m. and the show starts at 7…
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Keeping Cool
Saturday, May 03, 2025
/ 7 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
The weather is heating up! Join a park interpreter to find out methods of keeping cool while enjoying the outdoors.Learn the signs of heat-related illnesses and what to do if you experience them.…
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Birding 101
Sunday, May 04, 2025
/ 9 a.m. - 9:45 a.m.
Interested in birding but not sure where to start? Join a park interpreter for an introduction to birding basics. We will walk a relatively easy 1/2-mile section of the Seven Hollows Trail, and you…
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Native Arkansas Edible and Medicinal Plants Workshop
Sunday, May 04, 2025
/ 9 a.m. - 12 p.m.
Nature lovers, do you want to build your confidence and competence in identifying gathering wild edible and medicinal plants? Join a park interpreter and Rose Marie of the Central Arkansas Herbalist…
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Flat Hat Chat: Monument Trails
Sunday, May 04, 2025
/ 10 a.m. - 11 a.m.
Join a park interpreter next to our new visitor center at the Lichen Link trailhead and discover the unique network of trails here at Pinnacle Mountain State Park. Plan your path to adventure as we…
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Archeological Site Tram Tour
Sunday, May 04, 2025
/ 2 p.m. - 3 p.m.
The Plum Bayou Mounds site is
one of the largest and most impressive archeological sites in the Lower Mississippi River
Valley. Occupied
by American
Indians from about 650 to 1050 AD, this site is…
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Cedar Falls Overlook Hike
Sunday, May 04, 2025
/ 2 p.m. - 3 p.m.
Join a park interpreter for a hike along Cedar Creek canyon. We will meet in the Mather Lodge Breezeway and travel to the Cedar Falls Overlook. Along with scenic views, we will spot soaring birds and…
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Sunny Life on a Glade
Sunday, May 04, 2025
/ 4 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Join a park interpreter as we explore how life, such as the prickly pear cactus, can survive the harsh and sunny conditions on a glade. This program involves making your own suncatcher while we…
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Letterpress Printing Workshop
Monday, May 05, 2025
/ 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Letterpress Printing WorkshopTaught by Troy Odom *** Click Here to register or for more information ***This one day class will include basic terminology, hand setting type and plate…
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Lake Cruise
Wednesday, May 07, 2025
/ 10 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
Sign up in advance for a relaxing cruise on Bull Shoals Lake. Sit back and enjoy the breezes as we explore this fascinating Ozark region and learn how the construction of the dam shaped both the…
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Make a Rose Bead Necklace from Rose Petals
Friday, May 09, 2025
/ 10 a.m. - 12 p.m.
Taught By Sherry Mitchell *** Click Here for more information or to register. ***We will delve into the beginnings of rose beads in this four hour workshop. There are rose bead necklaces in…
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