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Petit Jean State Parks
Arkansas State Parks Calendar of Events
Leaf What You Find, Remember What You See
Saturday, August 02, 2025
/ 3 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Ever wanted to take a piece of nature home without picking it up? Join a park interpreter to explore the textures of leaves, trees, rocks, and more as we create art along Dripping Springs Trail. It is…
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Catch of the Day (Dardanelle Area)
Saturday, August 02, 2025
/ 3 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.
Thanks to the healthy fishery of Lake Dardanelle, you can experience the
thrill of nature and the success of the catch. Join a park interpreter on the
Dardanelle side of the park in the grassy area…
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Eagle Measure Up
Saturday, August 02, 2025
/ 4 p.m. - 4:45 p.m.
Bald eagles are incredible not only for their beauty and speed, but for their size as well. Join a park interpreter in the grassy area across from the visitor center to learn about the bald eagles…
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Devil's Den Softball
Saturday, August 02, 2025
/ 4 p.m. - 5 p.m.
Everyone is invited to join the park interpreters for softball. Come be a part of this living legacy! We have gloves, bats, and balls, but we need you for a game!
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Survival Sips (Dardanelle Area)
Saturday, August 02, 2025
/ 5 p.m. - 5:45 p.m.
What would you do if your only water source was a muddy puddle? Join a
park interpreter on the Dardanelle side of the park at the pavilion to explore
how clean water keeps us safe and why it matters…
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Frog Symphony
Saturday, August 02, 2025
/ 7 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
Join a park interpreter at the amphitheater to discover the magical
sounds of frogs and toads! You’ll learn how each species has its own special
call and how these calls create a wild “symphony” in…
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Nature's Nightlights
Saturday, August 02, 2025
/ 8 p.m. - 8:45 p.m.
Whether you call them lightning bugs or fireflies, these glowing insects have lit up summer nights and imaginations for generations. Join a park interpreter to discover the fascinating science behind…
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Nightshift Hike
Saturday, August 02, 2025
/ 8:15 p.m. - 9:15 p.m.
When the sun goes down, the forest wakes up in a whole new way at Mount Magazine State Park. Join a park interpreter on a guided night hike to meet the wild creatures who rule the dark, from stealthy…
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Nature Highrise on Monument Trails
Sunday, August 03, 2025
/ 9 a.m. - 10 a.m.
Much like the towering structures of a bustling city, nature is filled with hidden high-rises that serve as homes for countless creatures. Take a relaxed stroll with a park interpreter and uncover the…
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Den Diaries and Morning Sips
Sunday, August 03, 2025
/ 9:30 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.
Start your morning with a cup of coffee and a campfire as we explore the stories that shaped Devil’s Den State Park. Join a park interpreter in the quiet magic of an Ozark morning to hear about the…
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Morning Bird Songs on the Woody Plant Trail
Sunday, August 03, 2025
/ 10 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.
Enjoy a morning walk with a park interpreter along the 0.50-mile (out
and back) Woody Plant Trail as we listen to the songbirds of Devil's Den State Park. Be sure to wear sturdy hiking shoes.
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In this Life
Sunday, August 03, 2025
/ 11:30 a.m. - 12 p.m.
Many intriguing lives have been lived on Mount Magazine. Through a fun interactive activity, get a glimpse of some of these lives and how they have shaped the unique nature and history of Mount…
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Reel-y Good Fishing Knots
Sunday, August 03, 2025
/ 12 p.m. - 12:45 p.m.
Join a park interpreter in the grassy
area near the weigh-in pavilion where you’ll learn some essential fishing knots
every angler should know. Whether you're a beginner or looking to improve your…
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Backyard Birding Basics
Sunday, August 03, 2025
/ 1 p.m. - 2 p.m.
Birding is a fun, easy, and accessible activity that anyone can enjoy. All you need to get started are the three B's - binoculars, a bird book, and birds! Join a park interpreter at the picnic tables…
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Tree Rings Tell All
Sunday, August 03, 2025
/ 1 p.m. - 1:30 p.m.
What are the hidden messages in the rings of a
tree, and how do they tell the story of the forest? Join a park interpreter to learn how to decipher those messages and piece together the
history of the…
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A Simple Stick
Sunday, August 03, 2025
/ 1 p.m. - 1:30 p.m.
Meet a park interpreter to discover how a hiking stick can make your hike safer, enjoyable, and more memorable. We will discuss proper sizing, primary and secondary uses for a hiking stick,…
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Travel Through Time Look & Learn Table
Sunday, August 03, 2025
/ 2 p.m. - 2:45 p.m.
Discover how travel on the Arkansas
River has evolved! The construction of the McClellan-Kerr Arkansas River
Navigation System made river travel much easier. Stop by the park interpreter’s
look and…
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Backyard Bass
Sunday, August 03, 2025
/ 2:30 p.m. - 3 p.m.
Backyard Bass is the perfect game for beginning anglers of all ages. Join a park interpreter to learn more about fishing and practicing your casting skills while staying high and dry in this fun…
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Life in a Covered Wagon
Sunday, August 03, 2025
/ 3 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.
Discover how the use of a covered wagon enabled pioneers to settle the area now known as Lake Fort Smith. Daily life was full of hard choices of what to pack for the westward expansion. Come meet a…
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Watercolor by the Water's Edge
Sunday, August 03, 2025
/ 3:30 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Join a park interpreter for a creek side painting session where water meets color! Whether you're a seasoned artist or picking up a brush for the first time, this program is for all skill levels.…
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