Follow Up on the Elimination of State Parks and Reduced Staffing
Last week, we posted an opinion piece on irregularities seen at the Arkansas Department of Parks, Heritage and Tourism, the Governor’s Office, and the First Gentleman’s Office. It started with […]
The Razorback Greenway becomes a National Recreation Trail
In celebration of Great Outdoors Month and National Trails Day on June 3, Secretary of the Interior Deb Haaland announced the designation of nine new national recreation trails in nine states, […]
Artist Stefan Sagmeister Puts a New Meaning Behind “The Natural State” with Lakes & Rivers
The addition to the OZ Art NWA collection celebrates the state’s commitment to natural experiences and vibrant art BENTONVILLE, Ark. (June 19, 2023) – The Natural State shines at the […]
What is Going on with our State Parks?
You may have seen recent news involving some changes in leadership at the Arkansas Department of Parks, Heritage and Tourism (ADPHT). Last week, the Arkansas Times reported on a meeting […]
Northwest Arkansas Land Trust Hosts Second Annual Paddle Party Fundraiser
SILOAM SPRINGS, AR -The Northwest Arkansas Land Trust (NWALT) announced today that it will host its second annual Paddle Party fundraiser on Saturday, July 15, from 12:00 pm to 7:00 […]
Bike Ride Through the Arlington Hotel Lobby
HOT SPRINGS NATIONAL PARK, Arkansas — How many chances do you get to ride your bicycle through the lobby of one of the South’s grand old hotels? In the case […]
AGFC Announces Plans to Renovate Lake Conway
MAYFLOWER — Arkansas Game and Fish Commission Director Austin Booth announced official plans today to begin the renovation of Craig D. Campbell Lake Conway Reservoir. The plan includes replacing the […]
Creekside Park Grand Opening & Ribbon-cutting Event
Bentonville Parks and Recreation is pleased to announce the grand opening of Creekside Park in the southwest corridor of Bentonville, located at 3104 SW Bright Road. The celebration is scheduled […]
Easy Floats in Central Arkansas
You may have seen me on KATV 7 – Good Morning Arkansas (video at the link) this morning taking Ansley Watson on a quick float on the Little Maumelle River […]
The Longest Yard – Arkansas’s Backyard Ultra
The Arkansas Ultra-Running Association season for 2023-2024 began on Saturday morning at the Arkansas Backyard Ultra in Cotter, Arkansas. The course is an out-and-back on an old railroad bed along […]