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Petit Jean State Parks
Arkansas State Parks Calendar of Events
Daybreak Diamond Tour
Thursday, June 26, 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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Discovery Hike
Thursday, June 26, 2025
/ 8:30 a.m. - 9 a.m.
Join a park interpreter at the Slunger Creek Nature Trail to explore the sights and sounds Lake Catherine State Park has to offer. This stroll will take about 30 minutes and is about 3/4-mile long. Be…
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Kayak Tour
Thursday, June 26, 2025
/ 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Float the Cossatot River with park interpreters as your guides! This 6-hour day trip will take you down the calmest section of the Cossatot River within the park. Kayak, lifejacket and shuttle…
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Journey of a Water Drop
Thursday, June 26, 2025
/ 9 a.m. - 9:45 a.m.
Join us as we explore the incredible adventure of a water droplet, from its humble beginnings to its grand destination. Through engaging activities and hands-on experiments, participants will learn…
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Drops In The Bucket
Thursday, June 26, 2025
/ 9:45 a.m. - 10 a.m.
Join us for the family-friendly "Drops In the Bucket" program, inspired by Project WET! Through fun, interactive activities, learn about water conservation and the significance of Lake Ouachita.…
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Tinkering in the Oil Park
Thursday, June 26, 2025
/ 10 a.m. - 11 a.m.
It's time to get outdoors. Come to the museum and enjoy the great outdoors during the month of June. Explore the Oil Park with the museum's curator. Through hands-on activities, learn about the…
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Diamond Mining 101
Thursday, June 26, 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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Butterflies vs. Moths
Thursday, June 26, 2025
/ 10:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
Butterfly or moth? What's the difference? Join a park interpreter outside the nature cabin to find out! You will also get to create your very own butterfly or moth to take home.
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Dip Net Discovery (Shoreline by Marina)
Thursday, June 26, 2025
/ 11:15 a.m. - 12 p.m.
What tiny fish and other creatures are hiding in the waters of DeGray Lake? This is your chance to find out and discuss the role of these elusive wonders. Meet a park interpreter for this hands-on…
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Leave No Trace
Thursday, June 26, 2025
/ 11:15 a.m. - 11:45 a.m.
Ever wonder what's the harm in leaving that orange peel on the trail? Find out what it really means to Leave No Trace as you attend a family friendly Leave No Trace Program. Learn the Seven Principles…
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Leave No Trace
Thursday, June 26, 2025
/ 1 p.m. - 1:30 p.m.
Come to the amphitheater to learn about the seven ethical principles of Leave No Trace and how they apply to Lake Catherine State Park. Leave No Trace helps us be better stewards of our natural areas.
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Diamond Mining 101
Thursday, June 26, 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 Tour
Thursday, June 26, 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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Bike the Park
Thursday, June 26, 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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Sunset Cruise
Thursday, June 26, 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
Thursday, June 26, 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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Daybreak Diamond Tour
Friday, June 27, 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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Technology in Nature Walk
Friday, June 27, 2025
/ 9 a.m. - 10 a.m.
Have you wished you could identify any plant or animal at the push of a button? Join a park interpreter for a short information session followed by a walk around the visitor center. We will discuss…
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Discovery Hike: Green Heron Trail
Friday, June 27, 2025
/ 9 a.m. - 9:45 a.m.
Join a park interpreter for this easy, 3/4-mile guided walk along the Green Heron Trail. Feel free to bring binoculars if you have some; this is a great trail for nature watching!
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Know Your Knots
Friday, June 27, 2025
/ 9 a.m. - 9:30 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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