2023 Conway Kid's Tri
2023-08-05 08:00 - 11:00 (America/Chicago) | University of Central Arkansas, 201 Donaghey Ave, Conway, AR, 72035, United States
The Conway Kids’ Triathlon is one of the country’s premier youth triathlons.
We provide a morning full of triathlon fun for kids of all abilities from ages 6-15. This event emphasizes health, self-esteem, self-confidence and fun in a safe, family-friendly environment.

2023 Bicycle Scavenger Hunt
2023-08-04 17:30 - 20:30 | Northshore Golf Range, 5401 Northshore Cove, North Little Rock, AR, 72118, United States
Get registered NOW! Although this is organized by the Women On A Roll group, it is for everyone.
Here is a summary of the information provided on the registration form and on the Facebook Event, please share with your teammates. If you have any questions or concerns, please do not hesitate to send us an e-mail.

START and FINISH (all teams have to sign in at this location)
Northshore Golf Range
5401 Northshore Cove, North Little Rock, AR 72118

SCHEDULE:
· Sign-in from 5:15pm to 6:00pm.
· All participants need to be signed in by 6:00pm!!!
· Captains meeting at 6:05pm.
· The hunt will start at 6:10pm or shortly after.

WAIVER:
Each team member will have to sign a waiver at sign-in.

RULES:
1. Teams must stay together, everyone must wear a helmet, and travel by bicycle (it is ok to walk steep hills or rough road).
2. Follow road regulations and be courteous to other river trail, BDB and park users. (Do not block the trail when taking selfies or stopping to strategize!)
3. Submit your checkpoint pictures (via text message) as soon as you have completed a checkpoint. (text a few words if the picture needs explanation or is not obvious!)
4. HAVE FUN !!!

SCAVENGER HUNT FORMAT:
Overview: At the captain’s meeting, every team will be provided a list of checkpoints and challenges, as well as a rough map. The hunt will last up to approximately 1.5h, and should cover between 10-15 miles of riding. All checkpoints will be accessible via paved path, except for a 0.5-mile section of crushed gravel. Off-road shortcuts are permitted.

· You have until 7:40pm to complete as many checkpoints/challenges as possible.
· Checkpoint pictures and answers to be sent via text message.
· Challenge points will be submitted by the volunteers managing each station.
· No checkpoint picture or challenge result will be accepted after 7:40pm.
· All score cards must be submitted by 7:50pm or will not be counted (DNF).

Arkansas State Criterium Championships
2023-07-30 07:00 - 17:00 | Downtown Springdale, 106 W Emma Ave,, Springdale, AR, 72764, United States
Sorry, not much information provided: https://www.bikereg.com/ark-state-crit

That Dam Night Run 5K
2023-07-29 20:00 - 22:00 | DeGray Lake Spillway, 400 Skyline Dr, Arkadelphia, AR, 71923, United States
35th Running of the Dam Night Run 5k
WATER STATION: At the halfway point and finish line
FINISH: Spillway Dam area on Skyline Drive in Arkadelphia, AR.
NO DOGS OR STROLLERS.
RACE RESULTS: Results will be on the internet at www.macsrts.com
Race shirts guaranteed to anyone registered by July 15, 2023. Additional shirts on a first come, first serve basis.
MOTELS:

Hampton Inn, 870-403-0800
Quality Inn, 870-246-5592
Super 8 Motel, 870-345-4350
Holiday Inn Express 855-797-6733
America’s Best 870-2465855
Comfort Inn, 855-516-1093

The Arkadelphia Running Club would like to thank our sponsors:

Caddo Valley A&P
Seductions
Southern Bancorp
Ax’Em Timber
Corp of Engineers
Clark County Sheriff Office
Printmania
Iron Mountain Marina
Hardman Lumber Company
Batson Signs

For more information contact:
Nicole McGough, 870-464-7415, email: hdnicole@yahoo.com

Rattlesnake Ridge Meetup
2023-07-29 15:00 - 20:00 | Rattlesnake Ridge Natural Area, Rattlesnake Ridge Natural Area, Roland, AR, 72135, United States
Come out to Rattlesnake Ridge for an afternoon in the sun.
Meet up with local climbers and Central Arkansas representatives from the Arkansas Climbers Coalition.
Light refreshments and snacks will be provided.
Sign-up here.

H2GoRun!
2023-07-29 07:30 - 09:00 | LRAFB University Park Center, Jacksonville, AR, 72076, United States
A fun or serious 2miler in Jacksonville AR with water blasters along the way to keep runners and walkers cool. We have a water slide for the kids. Age-group awards plus door prizes and refreshments. Proceeds benefit Alzheimer’s Arkansas.

Melon Dash 5K
2023-07-29 07:00 - 09:00 | Cave City Park, W South St, Cave City, AR, 72521, United States
This race will support the Cave City High School Cross Country and Track and Field Teams. The teams will be hosting this year’s Melon Dash 5K Run.
LOCATION
The race starts and finishes at the Cave City Park.
COURSE MAP
Check the Link here to view the course: 2023 Race Map
ENTRY FEES
$20 race fee includes race entry, T-shirt (for racers registered by July 15 after which they will be first come; first serve until gone),a slice of Cave City watermelon, and a ticket to the Kiwani’s pancake breakfast. Race day registration will begin at 6:00 AM. Make checks payable to: Cave City Cross Country. $25 Day of Race Registration is available (Cash or Check ONLY for day race registration).
T-SHIRTS
All runners pre-registered by JULY 15 will receive a T-shirt. After July 15 T-shirts will be handed out until they run out on a first come, first serve at the registration tent for anyone who signs up after July 16th or on the day of the race.. Sizes: Youth M and L and Adult S, M, L, XL, XXL. If you ARE NOT registered by JULY 15 there is NO GUARANTEE you will receive a shirt.
We are selling older version of T-Shirts for $5 at the race. These are NOT included with your race entry fees.
TIMING
Race will be timed by Stearns Race Timing out of Jonesboro – http://www.stearnsracetiming.com/results.html
MORE INFORMATION
Please contact Brandon Haling (870) 291-5170 or brandon.haling@cavecity.ncsc.k12.ar.us

Ozark Enduro Lite Race 2 Lake Atalanta (Rogers, AR)
2023-07-23 08:00 - 12:00 | The Railyard, 299 E Cherry St,, Rogers, AR, 72756, United States
Curious about Enduro Mountain Bike Racing? Not sure how an Enduro race works? Let us help you get your feet wet with the Ozark Enduro LITE Series. A short summer series of 3 beginner friendly enduro races. All rider abilities are welcome but the Ozark Enduro Lite Series is aimed at introducing new folks to the awesome sport of Enduro racing.
Enduro racing is primarily downhill timed segments, ranging anywhere from just less than a minute per stage to up to 5-6 minutes that may require some pedaling. A typical Ozark Enduro Lite race will consist of 4-6 downhill segments. Your time will start when you enter the top of a segment and will end when you reach the bottom of that segment. There will be connecting routes to transition between each segment that will not be timed. Only the segments are timed. Riders often ride with groups and make new friends while enjoying the trails during the transfers. After completing all the downhill segments, your total time will be compared with the times of other riders to see how you did.
You will be required to have a fully functional bike and a proper helmet. Full face helmets are recommended but not mandatory. Other recommended items are gloves, eye protection, knee pads, elbow pads. We also strongly encourage carrying the necessary items for minor bike repair such as tire plugs, tubes, CO2, spare chain links etc.
There will be aid stations, however, it is important to carry enough water and nutrition to last throughout the race. Typical durations will be anywhere from 2-4 hours depending on the course and each rider’s ability.
None of these races would be possible without volunteers. Volunteer help will be needed at every race, and we would love to make you a part of our event and give you some cool swag. There will be multiple volunteer opportunities such as helping at an aid station, course marshaling, and race setup and tear down. Click HERE to learn more.

Full Moon 25K & 50K
2023-07-22 17:00 - 2023-07-23 04:00 | Lake Sylvia Recreation Area, 618 AR-324, Perryville, AR, 72126, United States
YOU MUST CARRY A HANDLAMP AND A HYDRATION DEVICE OR YOU WILL NOT BE ALLOWED TO RUN.
THIS IS A NIGHT TIME RACE.
Check in Place: Camp Ouachita for all races.
Times: 5pm for 25K and 50k.
You’ll pick up your bib, wristband, swag at runner check in. You must wear your number in such a place that a reasonable person can see it in the dark – i.e. on the front of your hat, shirt, shorts etc. Not on your back, butt, backpack, etc.
You may not pick up a packet for another runner during check in. Please stop by after 10 p.m. to do so.
50kers: If you want to switch to the 25K at check in, please let the volunteers know. You will run with your 50K bib number, but without the 50K wristband. Your start time will be 8 p.m. for the 25K.

Please wear the numbered wristband on your right hand. This is the hand facing the finish line staff as you blaze across the finish and helps them identify you as a 50K finisher.
50kers: If you find your fun meter is tapped at the 25K turnaround aid station you are allowed to drop to the 25K race at that point. You will need the Aid Station Captain, or the Radio Crew Captain, to cut off your bracelet. Please don’t tear it off and leave it. If you stop at the 25k, that will be a DNF. You will wait for the sag wagon to pick you up.
If you want a different size shirt than what you indicated, we’ll do our best to exchange them for the desired size after the run.
Do not come to check-in 5 minutes before your race. This will make Tara the Check-In Queen very angry. You do not want to see Tara Angry.
Race Start
50k Race
The 50K race starts for all runners at 7 p.m. The Cutoffs are 10:00 for the outbound 25K turnaround aid station; 12 a.m. for the 50K turnaround aid station; and 2:00 a.m. for the inbound 25K turnaround. We are offering a 6 p.m. early start for 50kers that know it will take them over 8 hours to complete the 50k (cutoff is 9 hours***This early start is only for 50K runners that know they will not finish by 4am.)
25K Race
The 25K race starts for all runners at 8 p.m. The Cutoffs is 2:00 a.m. at the 25K turnaround.
If you do not make the cutoffs, you will ride back to Camp O in the sag wagon. Be cool with that. You can race again next year.
Parking
Carpool if you can. You must park on the north side of the road (opposite of the race HQ). Please ensure your entire car is parked to the left of the white line on the side of the road. Plan ahead and be prepared to walk to the check-in/start line. There is no parking in the lot at Camp Ouachita; this is for emergency and aid vehicles only, plus a place for everyone to congregate at the finish safely without fighting tired runners trying to back over them in the dark. Do not block the driveway. Do not pull into the driveway.
No Dogs
Camp Ouachita banned dogs from the premises like three years ago. Having dogs at Camp Ouachita could result in our permit being pulled.

Paddle Party
2023-07-15 12:00 - 19:00 | Gypsy Camp & Canoe, 20271 State Hwy 59, Siloam Springs, AR, 72761, United States
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 pm at Gypsy Camp and Canoe located at 20271 S Highway 59, Siloam Springs, AR. The floating fundraiser aims to raise $30,000 for NWALT’s mission of protecting the lands and waters that sustain Northwest Arkansas.
The festivities will kick off with a fun 2-hour float along the Illinois River, allowing participants to fully embrace the beauty of the Ozarks. Following the float, attendees will be treated to a riverside cookout and a live band back at Gypsy Camp and Canoe.
The funds raised by the event will support the Land Trust’s areas of greatest need—land conservation, water protection, and environmental stewardship programs. Northwest Arkansas’ land and water play a vital role in sustaining the region’s ecological balance, and the funds raised through Paddle Party will directly contribute to their perpetual safeguarding.

Whitewater Safety for paddlers
2023-07-15 08:00 - 2023-07-16 17:00 | Ouachita River Whitewater Park, 904 Riverview Dr,, Malvern, 72104
ACA L4 SWR curriculum.
You’ve asked for it so here it is! Whitewater safety courses in the summer & in central Arkansas. Here’s what you can look forward to:
This two day course will be an action packed, and fun filled weekend! Our ACA certified instructor & helpers has a wealth of knowledge to pass on to you & your family about self Rescues and Rescuing others in a river environment.
Skills taught:
Whitewater swimming techniques
Wading in moving water
How to deal with Strainers
Throw ropes
Boat based rescues
Tethered rescues
Mechanical Advantages
Unpin methods
Knots
Rescue vest &
Much more.
These courses fill up fast! Sign up by email at arkansasoutdooroutfitters@yahoo.com.
Cost: $150 per person till end of April, then all two day courses will go up to $165 per person.
Taught by, Rob Moody
ACA Certified Instructor in
L4-SWR
L4 WW Kayaking
L3 River SUP
L2 SUP ITC
L2 Canoe

40th Annual MightyMite Triathlon
2023-07-15 08:00 - 14:00 | Village Creek State Park, 201 County Road 754, Wynne, AR, 72396, United States
Race Details
Finish Line / Transportation

BUSSES ARE BACK!

Shuttles will be located adjacent to the Finish line off of Garland Ave.
Shuttles will stop 1st at Village Creek State Park and then @ EACC and return to the Finish line

FINISH LINE BACK @ The Campbell House in Forrest City, AR

Participant Check In at Transition Area 2 (East Arkansas Community College)

All participants are required to check in at transition area 2 (East Arkansas Community College) before proceeding onto transition area 1 (Village Creek State Park).
You will leave your running shoes, run number, running cap, sunglasses, etc… at your bike rack spot in T2. (if you bike with your running shoes, take them to T1).
Bike racks will be numbered and assigned.

Transition Area 1 (Village Creek State Park)

Transition Area 1 is located at Village Creek State Park which is 13 miles from T2.
Please only use the race provided drop bag to leave any items that you want taken to T2. (The only thing you should need at T1 would be your goggles, bike, bike shoes, helmet, towel, and possibly flip-fops.
Bike racks will be numbered and assigned.

Swim Start

You may choose either Wave Start or Time Trial Start during the registration process.
If you choose Time Trial you will begin in numerical order following the wave start.
8:00 am – Race Starts with Relay Wave
8:03 am – Male Wave Start
8:06 am – Female Wave Start
8:07 am – Time Trial Start

Water Stations

Well spaced, self service water coolers will be available at T1, T2 and 1 water stop on the run course.
All participants are strongly encouraged to ride and run with a water bottle.

Post Race

Post-race food will be provided in the grass area adjacent to the Finish Line @ The Campbell House
Awards Ceremony located @ The Campbell House @ 10:00 am. Early finishing athletes will have time to take the shuttle back to Village Creek and EACC prior to the awards ceremony.

Drop Bags

You will be given a bag at packet pickup to use for your drop bag from T1 to T2
MAKE SURE YOUR NUMBER IS ON YOUR BAG
ONLY items in the bag will be transported from T1 to T2
You may collect your drop bag from T2 starting at 9:30 am.

Wampoo Roadeo
2023-07-15 07:00 - 16:00 | All Souls Church, 4601 Walker's Corner Road, Scott, AR, 72142, United States
Welcome to the Wampoo Roadeo presented by Aristotle Broadband!
https://www.aristotle.net/internet/
The 15th edition of the Wampoo Roadeo starts at 7:01am on Saturday, July 15 from the All Souls Church, 4601 Walker’s Corner Road, in Scott, Arkansas. Parking is available directly across the road from the church in the grass farm area. Parking is also available at the Scott Charter School on Alexander Road. Please do not park at the Scott, Arkansas Post Office.
The first rest stop is at mile 20, in England, Arkansas. The fine folks of the City of England are sponsoring this stop. The second rest stop is at mile 25, in Keo, Arkansas. The city of Keo is sponsoring this stop. The third rest stop is at mile 34 at Bevis Corner and sponsored by McClelland Consulting Engineers and staffed by the Mello Velo Cycling Club. This is also the fifth stop at mile 55 after leaving Lonoke if you ride the 62 mile route. The fourth rest stop is at mile 47 and sponsored by the City of Lonoke.
The Wampoo Pickle Juice Challenge is a Strava segment located on Highway 15 between Keo and Bevis Corner. Look for the “Burma-Shave” type signs along the route leading up to the start of the one mile segment. Fastest male and fastest female through the segment for each route, plus the 15th fastest rider through the segment overall, win prizes and bragging rights!
There will be watermelon at the Finish Line and the Loblolly Creamery Ice Cream Truck will be serving free scoops of ice cream with chocolate milk from 9:30am until 1:00pm. Plan your ride accordingly to get back and have a cup of chocolate milk and a scoop (or two) of your favorite Loblolly ice cream.
Feel free to set up your cycling club tents and hang out at the Finish Line after the ride.
If you ordered any merch’, it will available for pick up, along with your bib number at Packet Pickup.
If you can’t make Packet Pickup, we’ll have your bib number and anything you ordered at the Start Line before the ride begins. Look for the yellow pop up Registration tent.
Please note there will be a “Bevis Gate” set up at 10:00am at Bevis Corner. All riders not through the gate by 10:00am will be directed to the finish line via the 28/40 mile left turn at Bevis Corner. This is for everyone’s protection because of the heat, humidity and the wind.
The Wampoo Roadeo is a fundraiser for Recycle Bikes for Kids (RB4K). The mission of RB4K is to give free bikes to kids, provide adults the opportunity to earn a bike, and support bike infrastructure and education in the community.
Since 2008, a large part of the mission at RB4K is to get every kid a bike. But as RB4K has grown through the years , it’s become clear how crucial bike infrastructure, safety and education is to our community. Our new expanded mission addresses that need. Proceeds from this ride, which will continue honoring the life and legacy of Marilyn Fulper, will now directly help fund all of RB4K’s future infrastructure projects.
Maps
https://ridewithgps.com/routes/38489422 62 mile route
https://ridewithgps.com/routes/38489439 40 mile route
https://ridewithgps.com/routes/38489443 26 mile route

Adventure Subaru presents The Battle For Townsend’s Ridge
2023-07-09 07:30 - 15:00 | Townsend Ridge Trail Head, Hidden Diversity Multi-Use Trail, Rogers, AR, 72756, United States
Please join host the Ozark Off-Road Cyclists for the Annual Battle For Townsends Ridge XC Race at Hobbs State Park! This race is part of the AMBCS series.
Kids Race Free (Juniors 14 & under)! The OORC has waived all Junior registration fees for the race in a continued effort to make mountain biking more accessible for our youth. Parent Note – Kids 13 and under are allowed to get a FREE yearly license or will need to hold a one-day or annual USAC license for insurance/liability and those may be purchased in the pre-registration process for just $10 (one day). AMBCS waives the $20 hard plate fee as well.
All racers are required to purchase a one-time AMBCS hard plate at the first race they attend during the season for $10. Juniors 14 and under are FREE!
There is NO on-site registration available.
All racers are asked to enter the State Park down Piney Rd. (paved) and follow the arrows to the event grounds located at the parking lot along Townsends Ridge Rd. NOTE: Townsends Ridge Rd from Hwy. 12 will be closed to auto traffic the morning of the event.
Riders need to check in at registration, but your wait time should be a minimum. If this is your first race of the season you will need to purchase an AMBCS hard plate for $20.
Please remember that there is a very good chance that the person or persons assisting you on race day are volunteers and have donated their time. Please be courteous and thank them for their volunteerism.
Lunch will be served for all participants/attendees.

Paradise Found 5k
2023-07-08 07:00 - 12:00 | Coler Mountain Bike Preserve 1, 2003 NW Homestead Ln, Bentonville, AR, 72712, United States
Experience mountain bike trails in a new way at Coler Mountain Bike Preserve, with the second annual Paradise Found 5k! Join us at the Paradise Found 5K on Saturday, July 8th, 2023. The race will begin at 7 am and end at Coler Homestead, located next to Airship Coffee.
All participants will receive a finisher medal and t-shirt. Awards will be given out to the top overall runners as well as the top 3 in each age group. This race is limited to the first 300 people to sign-up. There will be no refunds on registration but your registration can be transferred.
