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Jun 7
3:00pm - 4:00pm

Rock Climbing Beta Blast

1285 Petit Jean Mountain Road Morrilton, AR 72110 United States
Struggling to figure out that one move or get your foot to stick on that tiny foothold? You might need the “Beta,” or the specific body positioning, sequence of moves, and techniques needed to get to the top of your climb. Join a park interpreter for...
Jun 7
5:00pm - 6:15pm

Highpoint Hike

16878 AR-309 Paris, AR 72855 United States
Reaching the highpoint of The Natural State provides more than just bragging rights - it provides a sense of home and habitat. Join a park interpreter for a hike to the highest elevation in Arkansas. Seasonally appropriate attire, drinking water...
Jun 7
6:30pm - 8:00pm

Dutch Oven Outdoor Cooking Series: Campfire Nachos

103 East Park Kirby, AR 71950 United States
Join Park Superintendent Nathan at the interpretation center (across from playground) for some delicious campfire nachos made entirely in a Dutch oven! We will learn the basics of Dutch oven cooking including how to season, cook, and clean an oven...
Jun 7
8:00pm - 8:45pm

Owl Prowl Hike

1285 Petit Jean Mountain Road Morrilton, AR 72110 United States
Meet a park interpreter at the Seven Hollows trailhead to discover the nocturnal birds of prey called owls that make Petit Jean State Park home. Before the evening is over, we will invite a few owls to come in for a visit. Please bring a flashlight...
Jun 8
10:00am - 10:15am

Diamond Mining 101

209 State Park Rd Murfreesboro, AR 71958 United States
Meet in the upper level of the Diamond Discovery Center to learn the tips and tricks of diamond searching techniques.
Jun 8
11:00am - 12:00pm

NATURE JOURNALING

Create a nature journal and practice observation skills under the trees. Bring a camp chair, towel, or blanket to sit on if you have one.
Jun 8
1:30pm - 3:30pm

Kayak Confidence Builder

2027 State Park Entrance Road Bismarck, AR 71929 United States
No previous paddling experience necessary. Kayaking trips can vary from serene flatwater trips to outrageous whitewater floats. No matter what kind of kayaking you do, it’s important to know how to keep yourself safe. Join a park interpreter for an...
Jun 8
3:00pm - 3:45pm

Flintknapping Demonstration

1285 Petit Jean Mountain Road Morrilton, AR 72110 United States
Ever wonder how ancient Archaic and Mississippian people made stone tools like arrowheads, axes and knives? Join a park interpreter at the demonstration area to learn about of mankind’s oldest innovations and make connections to our distant past...
Jun 8
6:00pm - 6:30pm

Campfire Craft

1285 Petit Jean Mountain Road Morrilton, AR 72110 United States
Want to learn how to build a fire? Join a park interpreter at the amphitheater to learn how to build your own. This program will last around 30 minutes.
Jun 8
8:30pm - 9:15pm

Night Hike at the Reservoir

1285 Petit Jean Mountain Road Morrilton, AR 72110 United States
Meet a park interpreter at the pool parking lot for a special night-hiking experience around the Reservoir and the CCC Hike and Bike trail. We will look for some of the nocturnal creatures that call Petit Jean Mountain home. Please bring along a...
Jun 9
9:00am - 10:00am

Discovery Hike

1200 Catherine Park Road Hot Springs, AR 71913 United States
Join a park interpreter at the Slunger Creek Nature Trail to explore the park's spring scenery. This guided stroll takes about 30 minutes and is 5/8-mile long. Be sure to wear comfortable walking shoes and bring water. Note: Slunger Creek Nature...
Jun 9
9:00am - 10:00am

Birding 101

1285 Petit Jean Mountain Road Morrilton, AR 72110 United States
Interested in birding but not sure where to start? Join a park interpreter for an introduction to birding basics at the visitor center breezeway. We will take an easy walk around the visitor center lawn and Lake Bailey, and you will learn to spot and...
Jun 9
11:00am - 11:30am

Fish Feeding

153 Dam Overlook Lane Bull Shoals, AR 72619 United States
Come see the fish feast! Observing the different feeding habits of fish can be quite entertaining. Gather around the fish tanks and enjoy the show.
Jun 9
11:00am - 11:30am

Fish Feeding

153 Dam Overlook Lane Bull Shoals, AR 72619 United States
Come see the fish feast! Observing the different feeding habits of fish can be quite entertaining. Gather around the fish tanks and enjoy the show.
Jun 9
11:30am - 12:00pm

What's for Lunch?

100 State Park Drive Russellville, AR 72802 United States
We have 8,000 gallons of aquariums, filled with many of the fish species found in Lake Dardanelle. Join park staff in the visitor center as they feed the fish live food. See for yourself what's for lunch.