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Petit Jean State Parks
Arkansas State Parks Calendar of Events
Owl Pellet Dissection
Saturday, June 28, 2025
/ 3 p.m. - 4 p.m.
Join a park interpreter in the classroom as we investigate the life of an owl. This is a sanitary, hands-on activity that is fascinating for all ages!
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Regurgitation Station
Saturday, June 28, 2025
/ 4:30 p.m. - 5:30 p.m.
Many meat-eating birds, like owls, have an interesting way of dealing with unwanted parts of their food. Meet a park interpreter to dissect owl pellets, figure out what owls are eating, and learn…
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History through the Shadows Hike
Saturday, June 28, 2025
/ 7 p.m. - 9 p.m.
Spend an evening wandering through the shadows and pondering
history at Historic Washington State Park. This guided evening walk allows
visitors to reflect on the past, as the intricacies of history,…
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Arkansas Wildlife: Real Life Pokémon
Saturday, June 28, 2025
/ 7 p.m. - 7:45 p.m.
Pokemon are often thought of as having the coolest abilities and adaptations to their environment. Queen Wilhelmina State Park is home to wildlife with adaptations that rival that of Pokemon! Join a…
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Daybreak Diamond Tour
Sunday, June 29, 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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Mammals of Cossatot River
Sunday, June 29, 2025
/ 9 a.m. - 11 a.m.
Are you ready to discover the wild side of Cossatot River State Park? Stop by the falls to investigate the diverse wildlife of the area with a park interpreter! This is a come and go station.
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UFO: Unidentified Forest Objects Hike
Sunday, June 29, 2025
/ 9:30 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.
The Ouachita National Forest surrounds Queen Wilhelmina State Park and is full of the unknown. Join a park interpreter as we investigate some unknown forest objects, try to decipher the clues, and…
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Diamond Mining 101
Sunday, June 29, 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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Naturally Nocturnal
Sunday, June 29, 2025
/ 10 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.
Although the dark may seem kind of scary to some people, there are many animals that depend on the cover of night for survival. Learn how the animals of Logoly State Park use their senses to get…
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Unraveling Animal Myths
Sunday, June 29, 2025
/ 12:30 p.m. - 1:30 p.m.
Have you ever been told that juvenile snakes are more venomous than adult snakes? Or has your mother ever told you that you are blind as a bat? Join a park interpreter to discuss the…
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A Home for a Black Bear
Sunday, June 29, 2025
/ 2 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.
The American black bear relies on quality habitat in order to thrive and call Arkansas their home. Join a park interpreter to discover the day to day activities of the life of a black bear and…
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Skull Detective
Sunday, June 29, 2025
/ 2 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.
Logoly State Park is home to many animals. One way we learn about these animals is by looking at the skulls. Join the park interpreter to uncover the mystery of the skulls.
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Pinecone Bird Feeders
Sunday, June 29, 2025
/ 3 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.
Birds eat various things, from worms to fish, to seeds and insects. Join a park interpreter to learn all about the diet of birds while we make an all-natural bird feeder for you to take home…
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Critter Feeding
Sunday, June 29, 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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Wild Wednesdays: What's for Supper?
Wednesday, July 02, 2025
/ 10 a.m. - 10:45 a.m.
Owls are mysterious creatures flying in the night. Join the park interpreter to shed a little light on the mystery. You will have the chance to dissect an owl pellet and discover what makes up an…
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Kayak Koving
Wednesday, July 02, 2025
/ 2 p.m. - 4 p.m.
Kayaking gives you the opportunity to interact with Lake Ouachita in a fun and engaging way. Join a park interpreter as we paddle out to explore nearby coves. Kayaks, paddles and…
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The Reading and Signing of the Declaration of Independence
Friday, July 04, 2025 - Sunday, July 06, 2025
/ 10:30 a.m. - 11 a.m.
Hear
the Declaration of Independence read, as was commonly done in the 19th century, at the 1874 Courthouse. Afterwards, sign your own "John Hancock" to a copy of the Declaration that you may take…
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Fun on the Fourth
Friday, July 04, 2025
/ 12 p.m. - 4 p.m.
Gather with friends at Queen Wilhelmina State Park on Independence Day to enjoy food and fun on the mountain. Meet at campsite 38 for Dutch oven desserts, homemade ice cream, and lawn games!
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The Reading and Signing of the Declaration of Independence
Friday, July 04, 2025 - Sunday, July 06, 2025
/ 1:30 p.m. - 2 p.m.
Hear
the Declaration of Independence read, as was commonly done in the 19th century, at the 1874 Courthouse. Afterwards, sign your own "John Hancock" to a copy of the Declaration that you may take…
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