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Petit Jean State Parks
Arkansas State Parks Calendar of Events
Watercolor Fish
Friday, July 18, 2025
/ 12 p.m. - 1 p.m.
Capture the beauty of the many species of fish in the Cossatot River with a watercolor painting! Join park interpreters to draw inspiration from various fish species, learn about the life of a fish,…
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Diamond Mining 101
Friday, July 18, 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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River Rock ID
Friday, July 18, 2025
/ 2 p.m. - 3 p.m.
The Cossatot River is lined with sand, pebbles and large boulders. Have you ever wondered what kind of rocks and minerals they were made of? Join park interpreters on a snorkeling adventure and…
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Fishing Fun
Friday, July 18, 2025
/ 4 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Fishing is a great way to enjoy your day here at Daisy State Park! Join a park interpreter as we discuss what fish you are most likely to catch here in Lake Greeson, as well as some fishing…
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Dutch Oven Cooking Series: Lasagna Soup
Friday, July 18, 2025
/ 6 p.m. - 8 p.m.
Ready for some delicious lasagna soup cooked in a Dutch oven? Join a park interpreter at the amphitheater for this Dutch oven dinner! We will learn the basics of Dutch oven cooking in this hands-on…
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Sunset Cruise
Friday, July 18, 2025
/ 7:30 p.m. - 8:30 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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Night Owl Prowl
Friday, July 18, 2025
/ 8:30 p.m. - 9 p.m.
"Who" wants to join a park interpreter on a quest to talk with our nighttime buddy, the owl? Meet at the amphitheater to learn a few quick interesting points about our feathered friends. Then take a…
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Sounds of the Night Hike
Friday, July 18, 2025
/ 9 p.m. - 10 p.m.
Nature can be intimidating at night! A creak here, and a scurry there. What is all the ruckus about? Join a park interpreter for a 1-mile hike into the nighttime forest for answers! Please…
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Daybreak Diamond Tour
Saturday, July 19, 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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Morning Kayak Tour
Saturday, July 19, 2025
/ 9 a.m. - 11 a.m.
No previous paddling experience is necessary. Hands down, one of the best ways to enjoy the morning on DeGray Lake is paddling along the shoreline, exploring quiet coves Sign up early…
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Plant Parts
Saturday, July 19, 2025
/ 9 a.m. - 9:45 a.m.
What do the words stem, anther, stigma, and petal have in common? They are all parts of a flower! Dive into the world of pollination and explore the anatomy of Cossatot River State Park's wildflowers…
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Morning of the Moths
Saturday, July 19, 2025
/ 9:30 a.m. - 10 a.m.
The world of moths is as vast and beautiful as that of their daytime cousins, the butterflies. But staying up at night isn't the only way to experience these often overlooked beauties. Come to Logoly…
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Introduction To Geocaching
Saturday, July 19, 2025
/ 10 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.
Do you enjoy puzzles and spending time in the outdoors? If so, bring your food/snack and join the park superintendent to find out how you can start geocaching today! Learn the basics of geocaching and…
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Herbal Remedies Workshop
Saturday, July 19, 2025
/ 10 a.m. - 3 p.m.
Learn how people of the 19th century used various
herbs for medicinal purposes. This hands-on workshop will include how to
properly harvest and preserve different herbs. Participants will also make…
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Diamond Mining 101
Saturday, July 19, 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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Nature Arts and Crafts Series: Spider Sidekicks
Saturday, July 19, 2025
/ 11 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
There's a lot more to spiders than meets the eye! Join a park interpreter at the amphitheater for a guided craft to make your own spider sidekick and learn more about the many benefits of spiders at…
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Crafty Tracks
Saturday, July 19, 2025
/ 12 p.m. - 1 p.m.
Join a park interpreter to create your own animal track soap! We'll discuss different tracks you may find in the park and how to identify them. All supplies provided. No registration required.
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Diamond Mining 101
Saturday, July 19, 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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Swim and Cruise Lake Tour
Saturday, July 19, 2025
/ 1:30 p.m. - 3 p.m.
Enjoy a relaxing and scenic cruise on DeGray Lake before beating the heat and taking a dip in its refreshing water! We will cruise the lake for the first half of the tour taking in the beautiful…
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