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The World’s Largest Women’s Mountain Biking Summit, WOZ Sunset Summit, Aspires to Get More Women on Bikes with Expert-Led Workshops
BENTONVILLE, Ark. (August 1, 2023) – The Women of OZ (WOZ) Sunset Summit fundraiser returns to Bentonville, Arkansas, this fall as the world’s largest women’s mountain biking summit with a weekend full of workshops led by experts and supported by nationally recognized cycling brands. The WOZ Sunset Summit will get women on bikes all weekend at the Momentary Green on September 15-17, 2023.
The Natural State Gathers to Celebrate the New Lakes and Rivers Installation and Outdoor Recreation Experiences
BENTONVILLE, Ark. (August 1, 2023) – The Natural State will celebrate Lakes and Rivers by artist Stefan Sagmeister, the newest addition to the OZ Art NWA collection, with a community gathering on Friday, August 18 at Ledger from 5 – 7 p.m. The family-friendly event invites the Northwest Arkansas community to participate in artmaking, learn about Arkansas’ waterways, and meet local vendors with the unveiled artwork as the event backdrop.
Cooling off in the Ouachita River
We were invited to our friend’s birthday party, which included a relaxing float on the Ouachita River from Remmel Dam to Rockport Ledge. Most of the guests chose to use innertubes, but Lisa and I opted to use a paddleboard and a kayak, respectively. The Ouachita River is a...
Learn About Birds and More at the Little Rock Audubon Center
For those into birding and nature, the Little Rock Audubon Center is an interesting venue to visit in Little Rock. “The Little Rock Audubon Center is a destination for birders and naturalists in central Arkansas who want to explore birds, wildlife, plants and more in the unique habitats at our site,” said Uta Meyer, center manager at the Audubon/Delta/Little Rock Audubon Center. “Four miles of public trails wind through 400 acres of diverse habitat, including globally rare nepheline syenite glades, all within minutes of downtown Little Rock.” The center, located at 4500 Springer Blvd. in the Granite Mountain community, is completely solar powered and the grounds of native plant landscaping and habitat restoration fuel a bird-friendly landscape.
Camp Robinson Trails, Step-by-Step (updated July 31, 2023)
You now have the opportunity to obtain or renew a yearly sportsman pass from Monday to Friday between 8 am and 8 pm. The Camp Robinson Recreation/Sportsmans Pass provides access to the mountain bike trails, which are also suitable for running and hiking. Additionally, it offers hunting and fishing opportunities on the post. This is the easiest way to get a pass since the days of buying a pass at the local bike shops (pre-9/11).
Major access expansion complete at Millwood Lake
ASHDOWN — Anglers visiting Millwood Lake in Southwest Arkansas now have a fresh new facility to launch their boats, thanks to the completion of the first phase of planned improvements at Yarborough Landing in Little River County. The cooperative effort by the Arkansas Game and Fish Commission, Little River...
Taking Arkansas to Colorado
(Arkansas Outside note: An interesting move by Arkansas Tourism. Do you think it will work? Will a temporary pump track in the middle of Denver bring tourism dollars to Arkansas? We do know that Bonnie Montgomery is a great choice as a musical ambassador. This may take advantage of several daily non-stop flights between Denver and Northwest Arkansas and Little Rock.)
Little Rock CVB Announces New Entertainment Series: River Market Live
(Arkansas Outside note: While we typically don’t cover concerts, we wanted to share an exciting event that may interest outdoor enthusiasts in central Arkansas. You can opt to run, paddle, or bike your way to the venue.) Bureau Launches New Series in River Market District. LITTLE ROCK, Ark. (July...
Is Arkansas About to Become the South’s New Climbing Capital? — Access Fund
Arkansas Outside note: Mountain biking can be a gateway to more diverse outdoor activities in Arkansas. Rock climbing, paddling, backpacking, hiking, and trail running are all exciting participatory sports that should be considered destination activities in Arkansas. The state boasts a strong climbing culture, with notable national events like the 24 Hours of Horseshoe Hell and beloved climbing destinations such as Sam’s Throne, Mount Magazine, and Jamestown Crag.
Volunteers Needed for the Little Rock Heat Mapping Project
The Little Rock metro area has one of the highest Vehicle Miles Traveled in the country, at 38.9 miles per person per day. (Liveability Index Brochure) Unfortunately, transportation is also the largest source of carbon emissions in Central Arkansas. To combat this, active transportation is one solution. However, with the recent high temperatures, it can be challenging to stay active. That’s why the City of Little Rock is seeking volunteers to help collect environmental data about the hottest and coolest places in our city. The data collected during the one-day heat mapping campaign will be used to develop heat index maps of Little Rock (similar to the Houston Example) and address heat-related vulnerabilities across Central Arkansas. Would you like to volunteer to help your community?
Ozark-St. Francis National Forest Interested in Partnership Opportunity at Lake Wedington Recreation Area
RUSSELLVILLE, Ark. — The Ozark-St. Francis National Forests are exploring the potential of a partnership or collaboration that provides increased services at the Lake Wedington Recreation Area west of Fayetteville, Ark. Natural areas in proximity to significant urban development are becoming progressively more difficult systems to maintain for public...
Conway Regional Health System Biketoberfest Announces 2023 Rides
CONWAY, Ark. (July 18, 2023) — Conway Regional Health System Biketoberfest has announced its 2023 slate of events and rides scheduled for later this fall.The month-long celebration promotes Conway’s cycling amenities and routes with rides in four different formats: road, mountain, gravel, and community. The events include rides at parks, trails, pump tracks, and other family-fri.
Caring for the Buffalo National River
The Buffalo National River Partners (BNRP), founded in 2007, was created by a group of local citizens who were passionate about protecting the river and its surrounding area. According to BNRP Board President, Terrie Martindale, “Our goal is to promote, appreciate, preserve, and protect the Buffalo River. We aim to provide volunteer and financial resources for projects to enhance facilities, improve visitor experiences, and preserve the river’s natural and cultural features.”
Hash House Harriers – An Arkansas Story
The Hash House Harriers, “A drinking club with a running problem” has a long history in Arkansas. Hash House Harriers (HHH) is an international social and recreational running club that originated in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, in 1938. The club was founded by a group of British colonial officers and expatriates who wanted to establish a way to burn off the excesses of their indulgent lifestyles.
Highway 178 across Bull Shoals Dam Temporarily Closed
MOUNTAIN HOME, Ark. – The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) is scheduling a full road closure for Highway 178 across Bull Shoals Dam from 6:30 a.m. on July 31 until 5 p.m. Aug. 2, 2023, to deploy and remove equipment used to perform maintenance on the dam. USACE...
US Army Corps of Engineers to begin Millwood Lake Drawdown
ASHDOWN, Ark. – The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE), Little Rock District will begin lowering Millwood Lake on July 17 to improve shoreline vegetation and promote sediment compaction. The drawdown will expose an extensive area of shoreline for re-vegetation to allow the planting of millet which promotes water...
Inclusive Enduro
This summer saw a new event pop up. The Ozark Enduro Lite Series set its sights on creating an approachable and inclusive event aimed at introducing the sport of Enduro mountain bike racing to new people. Created by Arkansas Race Solutions, the team that produced the Bentonville Bike Fest Enduro and Bentonville Bike Fest cross-country eliminator races, this race series features shorter stages, lower overall mileage, and less difficult terrain than your average Enduro race.
Rep. French Hill Introduces Bill to Expand the Flatside Wilderness Area
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Rep. French Hill (AR-02) introduced H.R. 3971, the Flatside Wilderness Additions Act, which will add 2,215 U.S. Forest Service acres to the Flatside Wilderness area. In 2019, Flatside was initially expanded by over 600 acres under Hill’s original bill, H.R. 5636, the Flatside Wilderness Enhancement Act.
The City of Fayetteville Invites Citizens to Annual Park Planning Event
FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. — The 16th annual CDBG In the Park community picnic will be held Friday, July 14, from 10:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. at the Walker Park large pavilion. The event serves as a way for the City of Fayetteville’s Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) program to acknowledge its contributions to the community. Numerous local programs and organizations, including those of the Community Resources Department, participate to inform residents about the diverse range of services available.
Pedestrian and bicycle bridge construction begins on Razorback Greenway
Construction has begun on the highly anticipated multi-modal elevated bridge project, with an expected opening in the middle of 2024. Bentonville residents and visitors will soon be the beneficiaries of improved access to the Razorback Greenway and All-American trails near the future Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art expansion. Trail improvements will feature a unique multi-modal bridge that extends over NE A Street with two sides, one for the Razorback Greenway multi-use trail and the other for the All-American Mountain Bike Trail that safely separates each user group. The new 1053-foot-long Greenway extension with nearly 1000 feet completely on piers will create an elevated trail experience woven through the existing tree canopy.
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