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May 31
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...
May 31
9:00pm - 10:00pm

"Moonlight Over the Monument Trails" Hike

11333 West Arkansas Hwy. 74 West Fork, AR 72774 United States
Step onto one of the Monument Trails at Devil's Den State Park by the light of the full moon and see the forest in a whole new way. As the sun sets and shadows stretch, we’ll hike beneath the stars, listen for night sounds, watch for nocturnal...
May 31
10:00pm - 11:30pm

Full Moon Picnic

2092 Hwy. 168 North Paragould, AR 72450 United States
Join the park interpreter for a picnic under the Full Blue Moon. Bring your favorite chair(s) or a blanket to sit and watch the night sky. It is recommended to bring insect repellant and your favorite snacks. You are welcome to bring flashlights...
Jun 1
8:00am - 9:00am

Introduction to Birding

82 Woolly Hollow Road Greenbrier, AR 72058 United States
Meet a park interpreter at the lake center (backside of the snack bar) to learn about the different species of birds found at Woolly Hollow. Together we will take a short walk to listen for and spot birds. A limited number of binoculars will be...
Jun 1
8:00am - 3:30pm

Archeological Excavation Self-Guided Tours

490 Toltec Mounds Road Scott, AR 72142 United States
Saturday, May 30 - Sunday, June 7 Plum Bayou Mounds Archeological State Park will host an archeological excavation during the first two weeks of June, and you're invited! Visit the park between the hours of 8 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. to see open excavation...
Jun 1
9:00am - 10:30am

Cedar Creek Rock Creep

1285 Petit Jean Mountain Road Morrilton, AR 72110 United States
From carpet rocks to iron formations along a beautiful creek, Cedar Creek Trail is one of the most fascinating areas of Petit Jean State Park. Join a park interpreter at the Cedar Creek Trailhead to discover some of the trees, animals, plant, and...
Jun 1
10:00am - 10:30am

Paracord Handle for Your Walking Stick

15458 Sheperd Springs Road Mountainburg, AR 72946-0004 United States
Adding a paracord handle to your walking stick can provide a more comfortable grip as well a way of carrying extra cordage that could be used in an emergency situation. Meet a park interpreter for a demonstration of various methods of creating a...
Jun 1
10:00am - 11:00am

DRAGONFLIES AND DAMSELFLIES

Do you know how fast a dragonfly can fly? Or how they catch their prey? Join a park interpreter to watch these fascinating creatures as they patrol the lake and grassy areas.
Jun 1
10:00am - 10:45am

Discovering Nature Journals

82 Woolly Hollow Road Greenbrier, AR 72058 United States
Preserve your memories and experiences in the great outdoors in a journal. Meet a park interpreter at the lake center (backside of the snack bar) to make your own journal and learn some outdoor journaling tips. All materials are provided.
Jun 1
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 1
1:00pm - 1:45pm

Mammals: Feel the Furs

1285 Petit Jean Mountain Road Morrilton, AR 72110 United States
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 which animal each fur belongs to, then have the...
Jun 1
2:00pm - 2:30pm

Preserving Ozark Chinquapin

82 Woolly Hollow Road Greenbrier, AR 72058 United States
Join a park interpreter at the visitor center porch (area where rocking chairs are located) to learn more about our park's effort to preserve the threatened Ozark Chinquapin. Together we will take a short walk to our chinquapin restoration area and...
Jun 1
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 1
4:30pm - 5:00pm

MTB Mondays: Trail Talk Bingo

11333 West Arkansas Hwy. 74 West Fork, AR 72774 United States
Drop in for a short visit to get familiar with common mountain bike terms through a fun, interactive bingo game designed for riders of all levels.
Jun 1
8:00pm - 9:30pm

Sunset-Moonrise Cruise

2027 State Park Entrance Road Bismarck, AR 71929 United States
Enjoy a relaxing evening cruise on DeGray Lake with the setting sun as our backdrop, giving way to a full moon's glow to light our course. Seating is limited—reservations are required and can be made beginning noon the day before at the marina, (501)...