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Petit Jean State Parks
Arkansas State Parks Calendar of Events
Diamond Mining 101
Monday, November 17, 2025
/ 10 a.m. - 10:15 a.m.
Meet a park interpreter in the Diamond Discovery Center to learn the tricks of the trade at this demonstration of diamond searching methods!
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Diamond Mining 101
Monday, November 17, 2025
/ 1:30 p.m. - 1:45 p.m.
Meet a park interpreter in the Diamond Discovery Center to learn the tricks of the trade at this demonstration of diamond searching methods!
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Diamond Mining 101
Tuesday, November 18, 2025
/ 8:30 a.m. - 8:45 a.m.
Meet a park interpreter in the Diamond Discovery Center to learn the tricks of the trade at this demonstration of diamond searching methods!
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Diamond Mining 101
Tuesday, November 18, 2025
/ 10 a.m. - 10:15 a.m.
Meet a park interpreter in the Diamond Discovery Center to learn the tricks of the trade at this demonstration of diamond searching methods!
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Know Your Knots
Thursday, November 20, 2025
/ 10 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.
The difference between a great fishing experience and a sour fishing experience at Lake Catherine State Park may rely on your knowledge of knots. Join a park interpreter to discover how to make your…
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Diamond Mining 101
Thursday, November 20, 2025
/ 10 a.m. - 10:15 a.m.
Meet a park interpreter in the Diamond Discovery Center to learn the tricks of the trade at this demonstration of diamond searching methods!
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Feel the Furs
Thursday, November 20, 2025
/ 11:30 a.m. - 12 p.m.
Have you ever wondered what a deer feels like? What about a bear? Explore the world of animal furs with a park interpreter at the trailhead.
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Owl's Last Supper
Thursday, November 20, 2025
/ 2:30 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.
It's dissection time! Join a park interpreter at the nature cabin to discover the owls of Lake Catherine State Park and what makes them so special. We will be dissecting real owl pellets to take a…
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Terrain of Thought Hike
Friday, November 21, 2025
/ 9 a.m. - 11 a.m.
Enrich your experiences here at Lake Catherine State Park through nature journaling! Join a park interpreter at the trailhead for a hike along the Falls Branch Trail. We will take the easy 1/2-mile…
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Diamond Mining 101
Friday, November 21, 2025
/ 10 a.m. - 10:15 a.m.
Meet a park interpreter in the Diamond Discovery Center to learn the tricks of the trade at this demonstration of diamond searching methods!
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Old as a Tree
Friday, November 21, 2025 - Saturday, November 22, 2025
/ 11 a.m. - 12 a.m.
Are you as old as a tree? Join a park interpreter to discover how to tell the age of a tree and what happened during its life. You will also have the opportunity to create your own…
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Origami Folding: Forest Friends
Friday, November 21, 2025
/ 2 p.m. - 3 p.m.
Ready to try your hand at folding origami animals? Join a park interpreter outside the visitor center to learn about the native wildlife around Village Creek State Park that call the forest home.…
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Dutch Oven Outdoor Cooking Demonstration: Apple Cobbler
Friday, November 21, 2025
/ 2 p.m. - 4 p.m.
Once a cherished possession of explorers and settlers, the Dutch oven holds a significant place in Arkansas history. Join Park Interpreter Jaden to learn how to cook outdoors and without electricity.…
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Don't Tread on Me
Friday, November 21, 2025
/ 3 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.
Jackson County is home to many species of snakes but not all of them are dangerous to humans. In fact, many are helpful! Join a park interpreter to learn how to tell the difference between venomous…
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Autumn Arboretum Trail Stroll
Friday, November 21, 2025
/ 4 p.m. - 4:45 p.m.
Join a park interpreter outside the visitor center to take a relaxing autumn stroll on the Arboretum Trail. We will talk about the trees and other plants that paint the unique landscape of Village…
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Tunstall's Racehorses and Steamboats
Friday, November 21, 2025
/ 5 p.m. - 5:30 p.m.
Thomas Todd Tunstall was the founder of Jacksonport and a fascinating man. He made, lost, and made again several small fortunes throughout his life from his two passions, racehorses and steamboats.…
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Nighttime Critters Night Hike
Friday, November 21, 2025
/ 6 p.m. - 7 p.m.
Most of the critters living at Lake Poinsett State Park are nocturnal and only come out at night. Join a park interpreter to discuss these nighttime critter calls, behaviors, and how to spot them…
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Daybreak Diamond Tour
Saturday, November 22, 2025
/ 8:30 a.m. - 9 a.m.
Join a park interpreter in the Diamond Discovery Center, lower level to walk through the search area and learn about the best places to search for diamonds. Along the way, you’ll hear stories of past…
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Trail of Tears Guided Hike
Saturday, November 22, 2025
/ 9 a.m. - 10 a.m.
Meet a park interpreter to learn about the history of the Old Military Road Trail, which includes hiking along Arkansas’ most intact section of the Trail of Tears. This is a 1.5-mile moderate hike.…
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Harness and Driving Workshop
Saturday, November 22, 2025
/ 9 a.m. - 3 p.m.
This course covers the basics of safe harnessing and driving
horse teams. If you like hands-on learning opportunities and want to experience
the fun of wagon and carriage transportation, this class is…
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