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Petit Jean State Parks
Arkansas State Parks Calendar of Events
Light Up The Night
Sunday, July 13, 2025
/ 10 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.
The living things that glow at night can add a magical feel to your visit to the park, but have you ever thought about how and why they glow? Join a park interpreter to discover the science behind the…
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Moth Cloth!
Sunday, July 20, 2025
/ 8:30 p.m. - 9:30 p.m.
Join a park interpreter for a late-night viewing of some of the "creepy crawlies" that call our park home! Bring water, insect repellent, and a flash light!
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New Moon Hike on the Seven Hollows Trail
Thursday, July 24, 2025
/ 9 p.m. - 9:45 p.m.
Join a park interpreter for a special hike
on the Seven Hollows Trail. This full moon hike will be lit with the light of July’s
full moon and feature unique places we get to experience in this new…
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Kayaking Under the Perseid Meteor Shower
Friday, August 08, 2025
/ 9 p.m. - 10 p.m.
Join the park interpreters behind the visitor
center for a special night kayaking experience on Lake Bailey. This paddle will
include star gazing and viewing the Perseid Meteor Shower. This…
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What's for Supper?
Sunday, August 31, 2025
/ 2 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.
Owls are mysterious creatures flying in the night. Join the park interpreter to shed a little light on the mystery and discover what makes up an owl’s meal.
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What's for Supper?
Sunday, September 14, 2025
/ 2 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.
Owls are mysterious creatures flying in the night. Join the park interpreter to shed a little light on the mystery and discover what makes up an owl’s meal.
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