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Petit Jean State Parks
Arkansas State Parks Calendar of Events
Sunset Cruise
Friday, September 26, 2025
/ 6 p.m. - 7 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 are required and can be made…
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Campfire Trivia
Friday, September 26, 2025
/ 7:45 p.m. - 8:45 p.m.
Join a park interpreter around the campfire for several rounds of trivia and marshmallow roasting. Bring your nature questions! Marshmallows and roasting sticks are provided on a first-come,…
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Great Arkansas Cleanup
Saturday, September 27, 2025
/ 8:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
Help protect Logoly State Park with a morning of park beautification and litter removal. Check in at the visitor center to get supplies, an area to work, and a free t-shirt (limited supply). This…
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Public Lands Day/ Keep Arkansas Beautiful
Saturday, September 27, 2025
/ 9 a.m. - 3 p.m.
As part of Keep Arkansas Beautiful, help us protect and conserve our park’s resources! This
National Public Lands Day, staff and volunteers will clean, repair, and/or
paint a number of fences to…
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Introduction To Geocaching
Saturday, September 27, 2025
/ 10 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.
Do you enjoy puzzles and spending time in the outdoors? If so, join us to find out how you can start geocaching today! Learn the basics of geocaching and try your luck locating the geocaches hidden in…
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Dutch Oven Cooking Workshop: Simple Meal
Saturday, September 27, 2025
/ 10 a.m. - 2 p.m.
This workshop is designed to build upon basic principles of cast iron cooking to prepare a simple meal. Register by calling the park at (870) 983-2684.
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Geocaching Island Hopper
Saturday, September 27, 2025
/ 10 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
Whether you are a diehard geocacher or completely new to the activity, this excursion is sure to satisfy your craving for adventure! With GPS units/smartphones in hand, we will travel by…
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Diamond Mining 101
Saturday, September 27, 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 Skills
Saturday, September 27, 2025
/ 11 a.m. - 12 p.m.
Do you know the rule of 3? Join a park interpreter and learn basic fire starting skills, orienteering, and more!
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Turtle Talk
Saturday, September 27, 2025
/ 1:30 p.m. - 2 p.m.
Daisy State Park provides diverse habitats for all types of species large and small. Join park staff at the visitor center to discover some of the smaller creatures and what they eat in this real-life…
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Know Your Knots
Saturday, September 27, 2025
/ 2 p.m. - 3 p.m.
Whether you're fishing, camping, or just securing gear at home, knowing the right knot for the job can make all the difference. Join a park interpreter to learn the ropes, literally! Spend an hour…
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Life on the Web
Saturday, September 27, 2025
/ 2 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.
Spiders are so different from us that sometimes they seem almost alien, but these unique creatures have a job to do at the park. Join the park interpreter to discover how they survive living life on a…
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Survival Keychains
Saturday, September 27, 2025
/ 2 p.m. - 2:30 p.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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Pop Can Fishing
Saturday, September 27, 2025
/ 3 p.m. - 4 p.m.
Forgot your fishing pole? No problem! Join a park interpreter to discover an innovative way to fish on a whim. All you will need to bring is a soda can, and we will show you the rest. Drinks can be…
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Animal Myths: Truth or Tail?
Saturday, September 27, 2025
/ 5 p.m. - 6 p.m.
Have you heard that baby snakes are more dangerous than adults? Or been told you're "blind as a bat?” Join a park interpreter to explore the truth behind common animal myths, including some you may…
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Daisy Sunset Kayak Tour
Saturday, September 27, 2025
/ 5 p.m. - 7 p.m.
Join a park interpreter for one of the most beautiful views of Lake Greeson and the Ouachita Mountains at sunset by kayak. Bring clothing and shoes that can get wet. Please sign-up in person at…
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Owl Prowl Night Hike
Saturday, September 27, 2025
/ 7:30 p.m. - 8:15 p.m.
"Who" likes owls? If you do, meet a park interpreter tonight to discover the owls living in DeGray Lake Resort State Park. Then, we’ll take a walk into the woods to call some up and listen for an…
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Campfire Trivia
Saturday, September 27, 2025
/ 7:30 p.m. - 8:15 p.m.
Meet
a park interpreter at the campground amphitheater and test your knowledge of America's only public diamond mine in a fun trivia battle! Benches are available at the amphitheater but it is…
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Guided Night Bat Hike
Saturday, September 27, 2025
/ 8 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.
When the sun sets, the night life at Daisy State Park begins! Join the park interpreter on an exciting nighttime hike about the history of bats here. This guided hike along the Daisy Creek…
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