Birdeye Gravel

Discover Birdeye – an Adventure Getaway on Crowley’s Ridge

As autumn paints the landscape in vibrant hues, immerse yourself in the rich cultural tapestry and scenic beauty of Arkansas’ Delta region.  Rolling gravel routes that traverse the ridge, farmland, levees, and historic country roads are the main event.

• Rewarding Gravel Rides – Explore beautiful terrain with beginner, intermediate, and advanced route options.
• Local Flavors – Savor farm-to-table cuisine and lose yourself in the region’s culinary delights.
• Distinctive – Crowley’s Ridge offers a unique blend of authentic charm and outdoor adventure in a setting that is both a geographical and ecological anomaly.
• Warm Hospitality – Experience the genuine warmth and friendliness of the Arkansas Delta, house-party style.
• You Don’t Have to Ride – There are plenty of other things to do: relax, explore… just be!
• Live Music – Enjoy a vibrant music scene that showcases local talent.

For those seeking a more leisurely experience, enjoy a variety of activities including yoga, bocce, guided hikes, hammocking, cocktail-making, photo walks, or simply relaxing in the serene surroundings on the farm.

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Schedule

Thursday 11/7 (bikepacker’s special)

• Free dinner for people that ride their bicycles to Birdeye
  • ROUTE COLLECTION
  • Come hungry!

 

Friday 11/8

• 10am – Friday 50 group ride
• 4pm – Arrive at the farm in time for happy hour
• 5pm – Wood oven pizza – August and Co.
• Music – Heavy Suga and the Sweetones

 

Saturday 11/9 

• 6:30 – 8am Breakfast & to-go lunch
• 7am – 80 & 100-mile start
• 8am – 50-mile start
• 9am – 8 & 23-mile start
• 10am – 4pm Farm fun (yard games, yoga, & more!)
• 5pm – Tacos & tamales – San Judas
• Music – Curtis Scott & Deion James followed by Amy LaVere & Will Sexton

 

Sunday 11/10 

• Breakfast & farewells
• OPTIONAL: Visit the award-winning Arkansas State Veterans Cemetery one mile north and say hello to the state champion Southern red oak tree.

 

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Accommodations

The festival takes place on a small farm nestled on the eastern slope of Crowley’s Ridge. For on-site accommodations please reserve your spot as soon as possible.

 

Space is limited – RESERVE YOUR SPOT

 

9/5 UPDATE

• Entire bunk room has been claimed
• Both bedrooms with shared bath are reserved
• Canvas tents are selling out
• Plenty of DIY camping still available
• Local home rentals still available
• Camping sites are still available at Village Creek State Park

 

Space is limited – RESERVE YOUR SPOT

 

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Building Community

studioDRIFT’s mission aims to help communities in the Delta through placemaking and outdoor recreation. To this end we offer free event participation for marginalized and underprivileged people. If you would like to apply for a scholarship and attend this event for free, please be in touch.

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All proceeds benefit the Crowley’s Ridge Gravel Trail

 

Crowley’s Ridge is a geographic anomaly that runs from southern Missouri all the way down to Helena.

Born by windblown dust hitting river fog in the days of the woolly mammoth, this unique ecoregion is elevated 250 feet above the surrounding Mississippi Alluvial Plain.

 

Crowley’s Ridge Gravel Trail spans 250 miles – and 10,000′ of elevation – connecting Piggott to Helena.

This project is symbolic of studioDRIFT’s commitment to the prosperity of rural Arkansas.

 

Adventure recreation strengthens both the economy and the ecology of the Natural State.

 

Quality of life begins with quality of place.