Trees of the Forest Trail to Receive Upgrades
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by Joe Jacobs
23h ago
The “Trees of the Forest” trail is a walking trail located at the south end of Lake Sylvia Recreation Area, which is a part of Pinnacle Mountain State Park. The trail is approximately 1/3 mile long and can be accessed from the main park entrance road. It also serves as a trailhead for the Ouachita National Recreation Trail. In 2020, after the execution of a Historic Property Lease with the USFS, the trail was identified as a priority project by State Park’s planning and development staff, and local stakeholders, due to its unique setting and intended user group. The trail comprises approximat ..read more
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Temporary Closure of Razorback Greenway at I-49 Tunnel
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by Joe Jacobs
23h ago
Bentonville Parks and Recreation has announced a temporary closure of the Razorback Greenway Trail. The closure will extend from the south tunnel entrance of I-49 heading north to Bentonville County 40. This section is important as it connects residents and visitors from Bentonville to Bella Vista. The purpose of the closure is to upgrade a portion of the existing trail to concrete to provide a more robust trail surface and better pedestrian and biking accessibility. Additionally, Bentonville Parks and Recreation staff will plant trees to provide much-needed shade and enhance the experience f ..read more
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Experience the Total Eclipse at Hot Springs National Park
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by Joe Jacobs
3d ago
Hot Springs, AR – Hot Springs National Park anticipates large crowds and heavy traffic in the days before, during, and after the eclipse on April 8, 2024. Starting Thursday, April 4, and extending through Monday, April 8, the park will host special events and community programs, and implement select road closures to ensure visitor safety and resource protection. Special Events April 4 – 7, 2024 Even though totality will last just a few minutes, visitors will have many opportunities to participate in special events in the days leading up to the Eclipse. Park rangers are working with scien ..read more
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The American Scholastic Climbing League Comes to Arkansas
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by Joe Jacobs
1w ago
Twenty-five years ago, I took my son David, who was still in grade school, to an introduction to climbing program at Sam’s Throne in the Ozark Mountains. Little Rock Parks and Recreation hosted the event, and Zen Boulden of Byrd’s Adventure Center led the training. Unfortunately, there was an age limit for participating in the climbs, and my son was not old enough to join. He was left with a book in a camp chair. However, we were fortunate to have Lynn Hill, a world-renowned rock climber and holder of numerous climbing titles, also present at the event. While I worked with Zen and the other ..read more
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Spring into the Outdoors with the AGFC March 16-22
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by Joe Jacobs
1w ago
March Madness has an entirely different meaning for many parents in The Natural State. The big college basketball tournament will tip off just as most Arkansas schools dismiss their students for a week for spring break. According to Eric Maynard, interim chief of Education for the Arkansas Game and Fish Commission, parents looking to engage their children in some fun outdoor activities may want to check out the full slate of options available through the agency’s nine nature centers across the state. “I’ve probably seen more spring break programs posted to our events calendar for next w ..read more
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Crystal Bridges Opens Exquisite Creatures With Lectures by Artist and Author/Birdwatcher
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by Joe Jacobs
2w ago
Artist Christopher Marley. BENTONVILLE, Ark. — The Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art is celebrating the opening of its newest exhibition, Exquisite Creatures, with a weekend of events that honor the beauty of nature. On March 15, there will be a special opening lecture by the exhibition’s artist, Christopher Marley. KUAF News Director Kyle Kellam will host the lecture, which will delve into the incredible connection between art and nature. The following day, as part of the museum’s free family day, Creature Fest, writer and avid birdwatcher Christian Cooper will give a captivating lectur ..read more
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Arkansas State Parks Enters Agreement with AmeriCorps, Engage Arkansas, and Arkansas Parks and Recreation Foundation
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by Joe Jacobs
2w ago
LITTLE ROCK — Secretary Shea Lewis was joined by leaders for AmeriCorps, Engage Arkansas, and the Arkansas Parks & Recreation Foundation gathered at Pinnacle Mountain State Park on March 11 for the official signing of a new Memorandum of Understanding designed to create a framework for increased conservation programs and environmental activities in Arkansas. The signing event took place during AmeriCorps Week, March 10-16. The annual celebration recognizes the more than 1.2 million Americans who have chosen to serve their country through AmeriCorps programs as well as ..read more
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Detour Destinations – Indian Rockhouse Cave
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by Joe Jacobs
2w ago
(We wrote this story back in 2013 and it holds up. Head out to Indian Rockhouse Cave soon.) Lisa and I have developed a practice of finding short hikes that can break up long drives. It’s become a ritual on drives from Little Rock to Eureka Springs. We try to plan out our lunches to coincide with the hike, normally between 3 or 4 miles total. This started a couple of years ago with a stop at Pedestal Rocks just off Scenic Highway 7 near Pelsor, Arkansas. On the way home we stopped again to pick up a different loop in this beautiful spot. This past weekend we made another trip t ..read more
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Buffalo National River Announces Canoe & Kayak Rental Concession Business Opportunity
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by Joe Jacobs
2w ago
Harrison, AR: The National Park Service (NPS) has issued a prospectus soliciting proposals to provide canoe rentals and transportation (shuttle) services to visitors at Buffalo National River. The NPS intends to award twelve (12) concession contracts. The new contracts will be for a term of ten (10) years. Interested parties can find the prospectus at Prospectus Releases – Concessions. Any questions regarding this solicitation must be submitted in writing to Kelly Kager, Commercial Services Management Specialist, via email (kelly kager@nps.gov) no later than 4:00 p.m. Central Time on April 1 ..read more
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International Magazine Dedicates Issue to Mountain Biking in Arkansas
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by Joe Jacobs
2w ago
Discover Arkansas’ finest singletrack with Freehub Magazine’s Arkansas Photo Book, a visual guide to the Natural State’s trails. The first issue of Freehub’s 15th year takes us on an adventure through the rocky ascents of Mount Nebo, the flowing trail networks of Bentonville and Fayetteville, and the lush wilderness of Arkansas’ backcountry. The state’s mountain biking scene has exploded in recent years, welcoming riders with open arms and a huge dose of Southern hospitality. However, mountain biking in Arkansas has been around for a long time before this modern boom. The foundation for this ..read more
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