From Trails to Tourism: Arkansas Outdoor Industry Leaders Chart a Path for Growth and Sustainability
On February 24, 2025, Bentonville, Arkansas, became the focal point for tourism and outdoor recreation as it hosted the 51st Arkansas Governor’s Conference on Tourism alongside the second annual Arkansas […]
Updates from the Arkansas Office of Outdoor Recreation
In a recent letter, Katherine Andrews, the Director of the Arkansas Office of Outdoor Recreation, reflected on the transformative progress made during the office’s third year. Establishing a robust structure, […]
Ari Bikes Expands to Bentonville, Strengthening City’s Cycling Hub Status
Premium Bicycle Manufacturer’s First Satellite Location Opening Summer 2025 BENTONVILLE, Ark. – Ari Bikes, a direct-to-consumer bicycle manufacturer, has announced plans to open its first satellite location, Ari Bentonville, in […]
Outdoor Recreation Groups Speak Out On Implementation of the EXPLORE Act
The recent reduction of 3,400 U.S. Forest Service employees—constituting about 10% of its workforce—has raised significant concerns among outdoor industry groups regarding implementing the EXPLORE Act. These workforce reductions, primarily […]
Arkansas School of Whitewater Paddling Set for May 2025
The Arkansas Canoe Club (ACC) has announced the return of its annual School of Whitewater Paddling, scheduled for May 2-4, 2025, on the Mulberry River. The event aims to educate […]
Remembering the Six Bridges Regatta: A Look Back at 2014
Weekends are usually reserved for outdoor adventures, stepping away from the Arkansas Outside worldwide headquarters to explore The Natural State. However, this weekend, we took a different route—sorting through over […]
Big Rock Quarry Climbing Project Moves Forward: Route Development Begins!
Exciting news for Arkansas climbers! The Big Rock Quarry climbing development is officially underway, with the Arkansas Climbers Coalition (ACC) beginning the route development process in North Little Rock. This […]
Conquer the Cliffs: Arkansas Rock Climbing Hotspots This Spring
As the temperatures rise and the days lengthen, spring is the ideal season to visit Arkansas rock climbing hotspots. From towering sandstone crags to breathtaking bluffs, the Natural State offers […]
The State of Little Rock Parks: Updates and Future Plans
Little Rock Parks and Recreation continues to make strides in improving and expanding park facilities and trail systems throughout the city. In a conversation with Leland Couch, the city’s Parks […]
Bentonville Bike Fest Announces 2025 Event Details
The Bentonville Bike Fest, presented by Mobil 1, is set to return for its fifth anniversary from May 23 to 25, 2025, at Ole Applegate Farm in Bentonville, Arkansas. Recognized […]