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Petit Jean State Parks
Arkansas State Parks Calendar of Events
Woolly Mammals
Friday, October 10, 2025
/ 3 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.
Have you ever felt the fur of a bobcat? Meet a park interpreter at the Woolly Cabin to learn about our native mammals and feel their furs. This program is great for any age and will last around…
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Forest Floor Friends
Friday, October 10, 2025
/ 4 p.m. - 4:45 p.m.
Nestled under rocks, leaves and logs, the forest floor in Petit Jean State Park is a thriving community waiting to be discovered if you take the time to look closely. Join a park interpreter to do…
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Bass Fishing on Lake Roosevelt
Friday, October 10, 2025
/ 5:45 p.m. - 6:45 p.m.
Join a park interpreter to learn about using artificial lures to catch one of Petit Jean State Park's aquatic predators, the largemouth bass. We will learn how to set up your rod, select an…
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Bear Cave Hike
Saturday, October 11, 2025
/ 9 a.m. - 9:45 a.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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Who Needs A Tree? Oaktober Edition
Saturday, October 11, 2025
/ 10 a.m. - 11 a.m.
Who uses our trees, and why is it important to us? Join a park interpreter to celebrate "Oaktober," on this informative 1/2-mile hike learning about all the life that surrounds and depend on oaks and…
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Raccoons: Masters of the Night
Saturday, October 11, 2025
/ 11 a.m. - 12 p.m.
As Halloween approaches and the nights become dark just a bit earlier than they had before, raccoon sightings may become a bit more commonplace. These mischievous little mammals are some of nature's…
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Ceremonial Site Tour
Saturday, October 11, 2025
/ 11 a.m. - 12 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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Rock House Cave Hike
Saturday, October 11, 2025
/ 11 a.m. - 11:45 a.m.
Meet a park interpreter to hike to the park's archeology site, Rock House Cave. We will view American Indian rock art and discover more about the windows into the past that these images provide. This…
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Woolly Cabin Tour
Saturday, October 11, 2025
/ 11 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
Love history? Join a park interpreter to learn more about our local history while touring the 143-year-old Woolly Cabin! The inside of the cabin can only be viewed during tours, so don’t…
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Return of the Ozark Chinquapin
Saturday, October 11, 2025
/ 1 p.m. - 1:30 p.m.
Join a park interpreter at the Mather Lodge breezeway to learn about Arkansas’ native chestnut trees. Once prevalent in Arkansas, these trees with their edible nuts have disappeared from the landscape…
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Bird Buddies
Saturday, October 11, 2025
/ 1 p.m. - 2 p.m.
Learn all about Lake Sylvia's bird buddies! See taxidermy examples of common bird species, then see if you can find them in the Day Use Area!
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Ceremonial Site Tour
Saturday, October 11, 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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Bird Survey Hike
Saturday, October 11, 2025
/ 2 p.m. - 3 p.m.
Help a park interpreter survey the Lake Sylvia Loop Trail for birds! Learn how to survey for eBird, a public community science organization that tracks bird populations. Learn how you can help track…
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Birding 101
Saturday, October 11, 2025
/ 3 p.m. - 3:45 p.m.
Meet a park interpreter to learn about the different species of birds found at Woolly Hollow State Park. Together we will learn common species, practice listening for calls, take a short walk to spot…
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Meet a Tree
Saturday, October 11, 2025
/ 3 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.
What would Petit Jean State Park be like without our trees? Meet a park interpreter for a short walk around the amphitheater to get to know the trees of the park, and how they shape the land around…
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Boy Scout Trail Adventure
Saturday, October 11, 2025
/ 4 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Join a park interpreter for a hike to one of the most scenic and hidden overlooks in the park. Along the way we will explore a rock glade, identify different plants, and admire the beauty of Cedar…
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Bats vs. Birds
Saturday, October 11, 2025
/ 4 p.m. - 4:45 p.m.
Imagine you are a witch or wizard in need of a familiar to help you brew your magical potions. Halloween is coming, and you're running out of time! Would you choose a bat or a bird? Join a park…
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Lake Bennett Kayak Tour
Saturday, October 11, 2025
/ 6 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
Explore what makes Lake Bennett unique with the park interpreter! During this kayak tour we will paddle to various areas of interest around the lake and stop for discussion at a few iconic spots. No…
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Petit Jean Campfire Legends
Saturday, October 11, 2025
/ 6 p.m. - 6:45 p.m.
Petit Jean State Park is located on mountain of legends, and it is our delight to share them with you. Gather around the campfire with a park interpreter to take in the evening ambience and a little…
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