The Natural State Bikes Podcast

I recently had the opportunity to sit and talk about bikes while being recorded. Bobby Rickard was kind enough to visit with me at the Trailhouse in Bella Vista, AR […]
Temporary Closures at Buffalo National River

Following guidance from the CDC, and recommendations from state and local public health authorities in consultation with NPS Public Health Service Officers, there are temporary facility closures in place at […]
Arkansas State Parks Address Coronavirus

See the latest update on Arkansas State Park closings at: https://arkansasoutside.com/arkansas-department-of-parks-heritage-and-tourism-announces-closings-and-limiting-of-some-services/ The first thing that Arkansas State Parks want you to know is, THEY ARE OPEN! On Friday afternoon (3/13/2020) […]
Everest is fully closed after Nepal shuts down access – SNEWS

Everest is now closed. Following an announcement from China that it would restrict climbing on its half of the mountain due to coronavirus concerns, Nepal followed suit today with a […]
Update from the Joe Martin Stage Race

Our goal is to hold the Joe Martin Stage Race (all events and categories) as scheduled for April 2 – 5 for the UCI Men, UCI Women and Elite Men […]
Ouachita Challenge Cancelled

The 2020 Ouachita Challenge has been cancelled due to concerns from Coronavirus or CORVID-19. Last night, Scott Hopkins, race director, put the following notice on their Facebook Page: We regret […]
Bentonville Bike Fest rescheduled because of COVID-19

Event set now for Aug. 7-9 BENTONVILLE, Ark. (BRAIN) — The Bentonville Bike Fest has been moved from May to August because of health concerns and travel restrictions created by […]
Keep Little Rock Beautiful Annual Citywide Cleanup is Saturday (Cancelled)

UPDATE! No Kick-Off Event for Saturday’s Keep Little Rock Beautiful Citywide Cleanup LITTLE ROCK, AR – At the request of the City of Little Rock and in line with their COVID-19 […]
Support the Great American Outdoors Act! | IMBA

The Great American Outdoors Act will be introduced in the Senate today, and your Senators need to hear that you support it! This set of bills is a monumental opportunity […]
Iron Ranger Challenge Continues in 2020

Since 2016, Buffalo National River has been challenging people to explore their public lands and become “Iron Rangers.” The program will continue in 2020 and participants are encouraged to improve their […]



