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Petit Jean State Parks
Arkansas State Parks Calendar of Events
Morning Lake Tour
Sunday, July 13, 2025
/ 10 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
Begin your day with a peaceful cruise on Lake Ouachita! Bring a warm drink as a park interpreter will serve as your guide while you admire the scenery, wildlife, and stories of Lake Ouachita.…
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Diamond Mining 101
Sunday, July 13, 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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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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Taking Flight: Why Birds Migrate
Sunday, July 13, 2025
/ 12 p.m. - 12:45 p.m.
Join a park interpreter as we explore the journey of migrating birds and the many hazards that they face, wrapping up with a fun migration game!
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Track ID Station
Sunday, July 13, 2025
/ 1 p.m. - 3 p.m.
Cossatot River State Park is home to many species of birds and mammals, but how do we know who has passed through? Stop by to learn about the differences in animal footprints, and how to become a…
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Diamond Mining 101
Sunday, July 13, 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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Dragonfly Flyby
Sunday, July 13, 2025
/ 2 p.m. - 2:45 p.m.
What is there to know about these tiny aerial acrobats? Meet a park interpreter and discover it yourself! Be sure to wear clothes and shoes that can get wet and dirty. We will provide nets…
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It's Not Easy Being Green
Sunday, July 13, 2025
/ 2 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.
Frogs are fascinating creatures, but life isn’t always easy for them. Join the park interpreter to learn about the remarkable life of these little green critters and the role they play at Logoly State…
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Critter Feeding
Sunday, July 13, 2025
/ 3 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.
Stop by the visitor center to join a park interpreter in feeding our resident critters– snakes, frogs, turtles and more!
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Sunset SUP (Stand up Paddleboarding for Beginners)
Sunday, July 13, 2025
/ 7 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.
It is hard not to love a good sunset on the water. We think you will love it even more once you are standing atop the beautiful, clear waters of DeGray Lake. Stand up paddleboarding is one of the…
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Morning Breeze Cruise
Monday, July 14, 2025
/ 9 a.m. - 10 a.m.
Smooth water, cool morning air, breathtaking views – these are but a few of the many alluring qualities of DeGray Lake in the morning. Beat the heat on this refreshing and relaxing cruise of the lake…
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Diamond Mining 101
Monday, July 14, 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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Survival Keychains
Monday, July 14, 2025
/ 11 a.m. - 11:45 a.m.
Imagine you are lost and stranded in the wilderness without food or gear. What will it take to survive? Join a park interpreter to learn the basics of survival while making your own survival keychain…
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Diamond Mining 101
Monday, July 14, 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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Scenic Lake Cruise
Monday, July 14, 2025
/ 2 p.m. - 3 p.m.
Enjoy a relaxing and scenic cruise on DeGray Lake! Discover the history of the lake, wildlife, view rock outcrops and unique islands. Seating is limited; reservations can be made beginning…
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Geocaching Hike (Green Heron)
Tuesday, July 15, 2025
/ 10 a.m. - 10:45 a.m.
Join the 21st century and discover what geocaching is all about. We’ll take a crash course on one of the fastest-growing activities in America. Then we will hit the trail in search…
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Pine Cone Birdfeeders
Tuesday, July 15, 2025
/ 11 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
Enjoying all the beautiful songbirds at DeGray Lake Resort State Park? Want to see them at your own house? Park staff will show you how to make an effective birdfeeder from surprisingly simple…
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Diamond Mining 101
Tuesday, July 15, 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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Discovery Hike: Island Trail
Tuesday, July 15, 2025
/ 2 p.m. - 3 p.m.
Join a park interpreter for this easy, 1-mile guided walk along the Island Trail. Feel free to bring binoculars if you have some; this is a great trail for lake views.
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Scenic Lake Tour
Tuesday, July 15, 2025
/ 2 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.
Lake Ouachita's immense size, pristine shoreline, and numerous islands offer breathtaking scenery that is unparalleled in the state. Enjoy a tour with a park interpreter as you explore the wildlife,…
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