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Are you ready to have a roaring good time? Welcome to the ultimate prehistoric Time Travel adventure – the Prehistoric Park Theme: 5K, 10K, and Half Marathon! Gear up for a journey through time, where dinosaurs once ruled the Earth and now, they are your running companions. Whether you're a seasoned runner or a first-time […]
Are you ready to have a roaring good time? Welcome to the ultimate prehistoric Time Travel adventure – the Prehistoric Park Theme: 5K, 10K, and Half Marathon! Gear up for a journey through time, where dinosaurs once ruled the Earth and now, they are your running companions. Whether you're a seasoned runner or a first-time […]
Race hosted by the River Valley Runners •Kicks off the 2024 Grand Prix Season! •Run on a standard 400 meter track •Grand Prix Championship Event •Two separate heats to decrease track congestion Day of race registration: $35.00 Chili and all the fixin's will be provided The first One Hour Track Run was held in 1983 […]
The Buffalo Headwater Challenge presented by Adventure Subaru is a three-day, all-inclusive, "off the grid" mountain bike festival. It includes 5 meals, libations, tent and RV camping, live music, and amazing riding, highlighted by the annual “Challenge” ride on Saturday, February 3rd, 2024. The “Challenge” ride consists of a 27ish mile semi-supported backcountry mountain bike experience with […]
The Buffalo Headwater Challenge presented by Adventure Subaru is a three-day, all-inclusive, "off the grid" mountain bike festival. It includes 5 meals, libations, tent and RV camping, live music, and amazing riding, highlighted by the annual “Challenge” ride on Saturday, February 3rd, 2024. The “Challenge” ride consists of a 27ish mile semi-supported backcountry mountain bike experience with […]
FULL MARATHON Starts in Lake Village, AR, crosses the halfway point on the Mississippi River Bridge and finishes into Greenville, MS MISSISSIPPI RIVER HALF MARATHON Starts on the Mississippi River Bridge in Lake Village, AR and crosses over and finishes into Greenville, MS ABOUT THE MISSISSIPPI RIVER MARATHON: The Mississippi River Marathon offers the only […]
FULL MARATHON Starts in Lake Village, AR, crosses the halfway point on the Mississippi River Bridge and finishes into Greenville, MS MISSISSIPPI RIVER HALF MARATHON Starts on the Mississippi River Bridge in Lake Village, AR and crosses over and finishes into Greenville, MS ABOUT THE MISSISSIPPI RIVER MARATHON: The Mississippi River Marathon offers the only […]
Arkansas' fastest and most scenic 15K! 100% paved course travels along the Arkansas River, Old Rock Quarry, Burns Park and more. The RiverTrail 15k will be a Grand Prix Championship race. Packet pickup 2-2-24 at Rock City Running 11121 North Rodney Parham Road Suite 37B in Little Rock from 11am-5:30pm. Registration will be available - […]
Joe Jacobs shares his insights on the controversial topic, Rebranding the Buffalo. Mr. Jacobs will be presenting about the interest that Runway Group, co-founded by Stuart Walton and Tom Walton, has in changing the designation of the Buffalo National River to a National Park. He will explore some of the reasons for making and not […]
Joe Jacobs shares his insights on the controversial topic, Rebranding the Buffalo. Mr. Jacobs will be presenting about the interest that Runway Group, co-founded by Stuart Walton and Tom Walton, has in changing the designation of the Buffalo National River to a National Park. He will explore some of the reasons for making and not […]
These will be one-hour discussions at local gyms to help the transition to the outdoors easier for those new to outdoor climbing. Topics will include seasons, areas in AR, camping, tips per climbing discipline, crag etiquette, ethics, and more! Come join us for a fun discussion with an ARCC board member, whether you have been […]
These will be one-hour discussions at local gyms to help the transition to the outdoors easier for those new to outdoor climbing. Topics will include seasons, areas in AR, camping, tips per climbing discipline, crag etiquette, ethics, and more! Come join us for a fun discussion with an ARCC board member, whether you have been […]
Dale Bumpers White River Refuge at Cooks Lake - 5 miles – easy. A new place for a hike. We will visit the Cook's lake educational area and hike along the White and an Oxbow lake, east of Stuttgart. Fairly flat, we will connect some of the short trails to get at least 5 miles […]
Dale Bumpers White River Refuge at Cooks Lake - 5 miles – easy. A new place for a hike. We will visit the Cook's lake educational area and hike along the White and an Oxbow lake, east of Stuttgart. Fairly flat, we will connect some of the short trails to get at least 5 miles […]
We are excited to announce Jacksonville Parks and Recreation is hosting the Annual Cupid Shuffle 5K Walk/Run, held on Saturday, February 10th, 2024. The race starts at 8am. Paradise Park’s course (3.1 miles) will take participants through the hidden gem of the park's Nature Trail, beginning and ending in the park! This is a chip-timed […]
We are excited to announce Jacksonville Parks and Recreation is hosting the Annual Cupid Shuffle 5K Walk/Run, held on Saturday, February 10th, 2024. The race starts at 8am. Paradise Park’s course (3.1 miles) will take participants through the hidden gem of the park's Nature Trail, beginning and ending in the park! This is a chip-timed […]
Conway Advocates for Bicycling’s Conway Cycling Center is one way we help more people ride bicycles. We repair and refurbish donated bikes for people in the community who need a bicycle but cannot afford to purchase one. We accept donations of generally used bicycles (no junk please), both adult and kids bikes. If your organization has […]
Join us to reopen the trail adjacent to the Hospitality House at Burns Park. Bonus, you'll have plenty of time to help out, have some lunch, and still get to your Super Bowl Party. This trail is the foundation on which we can potentially build more trails. We need to clear the trail corridor, bench-cut […]
Join us to reopen the trail adjacent to the Hospitality House at Burns Park. Bonus, you'll have plenty of time to help out, have some lunch, and still get to your Super Bowl Party. This trail is the foundation on which we can potentially build more trails. We need to clear the trail corridor, bench-cut […]
Join Fleet Feet Little Rock for their Valentine's Day run! We will follow their fun run route followed by snacks and beverages. Bring a friend or loved one and enjoy the evening.
Join Fleet Feet Little Rock for their Valentine's Day run! We will follow their fun run route followed by snacks and beverages. Bring a friend or loved one and enjoy the evening.
Location Allison, Arkansas Allison is located along the White River at the junctions of Highways 5, 9, & 14. It is 5.9 miles north of Mountain View. Racer Check In and Start Racers can check in Friday February 16, 2024 from 4pm - 9pm and Saturday February 17, 2024 beginning at 6:00am Check in will […]
Location Allison, Arkansas Allison is located along the White River at the junctions of Highways 5, 9, & 14. It is 5.9 miles north of Mountain View. Racer Check In and Start Racers can check in Friday February 16, 2024 from 4pm - 9pm and Saturday February 17, 2024 beginning at 6:00am Check in will […]
The Run the Line Half Marathon is a unique opportunity to run in one half marathon in Texas and Arkansas on a USATF certified single-loop course. The race starts at W. Broad Street and Texas Blvd in downtown Texarkana, Texas, quickly moves into Arkansas, crosses back into Texas, and finishes in Texarkana, Arkansas. The course […]
The Run the Line Half Marathon is a unique opportunity to run in one half marathon in Texas and Arkansas on a USATF certified single-loop course. The race starts at W. Broad Street and Texas Blvd in downtown Texarkana, Texas, quickly moves into Arkansas, crosses back into Texas, and finishes in Texarkana, Arkansas. The course […]
We will be presenting a course to be more inviting to all levels. Participants can choose to race one race or all races. It's all for FUN with some swag and chili thrown in.
Named as one of Runner’s World “Bucket List: 10 Great Marathons for First-Timers” in 2017, come fill your bucket at the 22nd Annual Little Rock Marathon, Half Marathon, 10K, 5K, and Little Rockers Kids Marathon. A race with personality, loads of southern hospitality, tons of caring volunteers, a running or walking tour through the scenic […]
Named as one of Runner’s World “Bucket List: 10 Great Marathons for First-Timers” in 2017, come fill your bucket at the 22nd Annual Little Rock Marathon, Half Marathon, 10K, 5K, and Little Rockers Kids Marathon. A race with personality, loads of southern hospitality, tons of caring volunteers, a running or walking tour through the scenic […]
Sylamore Ranger District The 1.2-million acre Ozark-St. Francis National Forests offer endless opportunities for adventure. As one of America's most scenic and picturesque areas, the Ozark-St. Francis provides a lot of the "natural" in the Natural State of Arkansas. Ozark Highlands 50K The course will start out at Norfork River Resort and proceed towards the […]
Sylamore Ranger District The 1.2-million acre Ozark-St. Francis National Forests offer endless opportunities for adventure. As one of America's most scenic and picturesque areas, the Ozark-St. Francis provides a lot of the "natural" in the Natural State of Arkansas. Ozark Highlands 50K The course will start out at Norfork River Resort and proceed towards the […]
The Jones Center will host the 2024 Indoor Triathlon on Saturday, March 2 – a swim, bike and run competition held entirely indoors. The event is great for all athletes, from beginners who want to try their hand at a triathlon to experienced triathletes gearing up for spring competition season. Participants will have 10 minutes […]