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What would Petit Jean State Park be like without our trees? Meet a park interpreter at the amphitheater for a short hike to get to know the trees of the park, and how they shape the land around us. Th... What would Petit Jean State Park be like without our trees? Meet a park interpreter at the amphitheater for a short hike to get to know the trees of the park, and how they shape the land around us. Th...

What does the fur of a black bear feel like? Meet a park interpreter in the CCC Room at Mather Lodge to discover some interesting features about the mammals of Petit Jean State Park. You will guess wh... What does the fur of a black bear feel like? Meet a park interpreter in the CCC Room at Mather Lodge to discover some interesting features about the mammals of Petit Jean State Park. You will guess wh...

Join a park interpreter for a spooky evening walk amongst the headstones of the Pioneer Cemetery. In the stillness of night, we’ll uncover tales of early settlers; some rooted in fact, others in whisp... Join a park interpreter for a spooky evening walk amongst the headstones of the Pioneer Cemetery. In the stillness of night, we’ll uncover tales of early settlers; some rooted in fact, others in whisp...

The roots of Queen Wilhelmina State Park’s history sink deep into the soil of Rich Mountain. Take an easy 1.5-mile hike on Lover’s Leap with a park interpreter and hear about the area’s history. Be su... The roots of Queen Wilhelmina State Park’s history sink deep into the soil of Rich Mountain. Take an easy 1.5-mile hike on Lover’s Leap with a park interpreter and hear about the area’s history. Be su...

What is the Wonder House? More than just a place, it’s an experience. Listed on the National Register of Historic Places, this unique home offers a glimpse into life nearly a century ago. Join a park ... What is the Wonder House? More than just a place, it’s an experience. Listed on the National Register of Historic Places, this unique home offers a glimpse into life nearly a century ago. Join a park ...

Silent wings. Piercing vision. Deadly precision. Owls rule the night with remarkable adaptations that make them expert predators in the dark. Join a park interpreter to uncover the secrets of these my... Silent wings. Piercing vision. Deadly precision. Owls rule the night with remarkable adaptations that make them expert predators in the dark. Join a park interpreter to uncover the secrets of these my...

Many meat-eating birds, like owls, have an interesting way of dealing with unwanted parts of their food. Join a park interpreter in the Hearth Room for a closer look at owl pellets, nature’s version o... Many meat-eating birds, like owls, have an interesting way of dealing with unwanted parts of their food. Join a park interpreter in the Hearth Room for a closer look at owl pellets, nature’s version o...

Owls have an array of specialty adaptations, making them expert nocturnal hunters. Join a park interpreter for an introduction to these impressive nighttime predators. Note: This program is part of th... Owls have an array of specialty adaptations, making them expert nocturnal hunters. Join a park interpreter for an introduction to these impressive nighttime predators. Note: This program is part of th...

Join us for a peaceful hour of birdwatching along the 1-mile hiking trail. Meet at the trailhead. Join us for a peaceful hour of birdwatching along the 1-mile hiking trail. Meet at the trailhead.

Join a park interpreter for a walk around the 1-mile trail to learn more about the extraordinary history of the Battle of Prairie Grove. Meet at trailhead. Join a park interpreter for a walk around the 1-mile trail to learn more about the extraordinary history of the Battle of Prairie Grove. Meet at trailhead.