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Petit Jean State Parks
Arkansas State Parks Calendar of Events
Diamond Mining 101
Thursday, July 03, 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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Hands-On History: Yo-Yos, Spinning Tops and Jacks
Thursday, July 03, 2025
/ 10 a.m. - 11 a.m.
Are you ready to explore hands-on history? Come to the museum and learn about playtime during the 1920s. With the museum's curator, you will see toys from a hundred years ago and discover what toys…
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Edible Insects
Thursday, July 03, 2025
/ 10:30 a.m. - 11 a.m.
Ever thought about eating a bug? Did you know the foods you already eat most likely contains bugs? Join a park interpreter to see what you have to have to be classified as an insect. If you're brave…
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Icky Ticks
Thursday, July 03, 2025
/ 11 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
Do ticks give you the ick? Us too! Join a park interpreter at the amphitheater to learn about good tick prevention techniques, what to do if you find a tick, and the discover the species of ticks…
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Nocturnal Superheroes
Thursday, July 03, 2025
/ 11 a.m. - 11:45 a.m.
Did you know Lake Ouachita State Park is home to superheroes? From night-vision to superhuman hearing, nocturnal animals have powers that are out of this world! Join a park interpreter to…
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Watercolor Wildflowers
Thursday, July 03, 2025
/ 2 p.m. - 3 p.m.
Capture the beauty of wildflowers blooming in the park with a watercolor painting! Join park interpreters to observe types of wildflowers, study flower shapes and parts and create your own art to take…
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DIY Wire Wrap Rock Picture Holder
Thursday, July 03, 2025
/ 2 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.
Ever wonder what to do with the rocks you take home from the Crater of Diamonds State Park search area? Join a park interpreter to make your very own rock picture holder using your finds from the…
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Scenic Lake Tour
Thursday, July 03, 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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Swim and Cruise Lake Tour
Thursday, July 03, 2025
/ 2 p.m. - 3:30 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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Arkansas: Unique and United
Thursday, July 03, 2025
/ 2 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.
Discover the uniqueness of Arkansas, whether you're a lifelong resident or just passing through. Immerse yourself in the rich geology, history, and culture that connect us all. Experience what makes…
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Bike the Park
Thursday, July 03, 2025
/ 7 p.m. - 7:45 p.m.
Join a park interpreter to see Daisy State Park by bike! Meet at the main pavilion for this evening bike tour around the park. We will see the entire park on this exciting evening ride and learn some…
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S'mores Meet and Greet Campfire
Thursday, July 03, 2025
/ 8 p.m. - 9 p.m.
Join a park interpreter and other park staff at the main pavilion area for a warm fire provided with marshmallows for s'mores for park guests to gather around and talk about the exciting programs…
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4th of July Festival
Friday, July 04, 2025
/ 8 a.m. - 3 p.m.
Bring the whole family out to the park and make some great memories this 4th of July. Park interpreters will have a host of games and activities lined up to help you enjoy your time at DeGray Lake…
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Independence Day Activities
Friday, July 04, 2025 - Saturday, July 05, 2025
/ 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Come celebrate Independence Day at Historic Washington State Park! There will be a variety of unique patriotic, family-friendly activities available such as: festive surrey rides, candle and weaving…
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Daybreak Diamond Tour
Friday, July 04, 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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Birding Hike
Friday, July 04, 2025
/ 8:30 a.m. - 9:45 a.m.
Bring your binoculars and rise with the birds for an early birding hike! Join a park interpreter and identify common species of birds at Cossatot River State Park and sharpen your birding skills. All…
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Ultimate Frisbee
Friday, July 04, 2025
/ 9 a.m. - 9:45 a.m.
Ultimate frisbee is a classic sport that mixes elements of soccer, basketball, and American football. Kick off the 4th of July with your park neighbors in this intense frisbee game.
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Inching Along the Trail
Friday, July 04, 2025
/ 9 a.m. - 10 a.m.
The little things can lead you to big adventures at Lake
Ouachita State Park! Join a park interpreter in a hunt for natural objects one
inch or smaller in size as we hike along the 1-mile red loop of…
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The Washington Evening News - 1832
Friday, July 04, 2025
/ 9:30 a.m. - 10 a.m.
Travel back to 1832 for this live radio show
featuring bumbling news anchors reporting from Washington, Arkansas Territory.
Using real historical events as today's headlines, join…
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Basketball Challenge
Friday, July 04, 2025
/ 10 a.m. - 10:45 a.m.
Lace up and join in this basketball shoot-out challenge
suitable for all ages! Age groups will be determined on site. Basketballs are
provided. No registration necessary. Who will be crowned this…
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