Ouachita Gran Fondo for Families
2023-09-30 | Hot Springs Convention Center, 134 Convention Blvd, Hot Springs, AR, 71901, United States
The Ouachita Gran Fondo for Families is a Fun Ride to benefit Ouachita Children, Youth, & Family Services (OCYFS) in beautiful Hot Springs, AR. This Second Annual event takes place on Saturday, September 30, 2023.
OCYFS provides services for those who have been abused, neglected, run away, homeless, or troubled by means of an Emergency Shelter, a Residential Shelter, a Street Outreach & Drop-In Shelter for the homeless, and a Domestic Violence Shelter.

Arkansas Canoe Club Rendezvous 2023
2023-09-29 14:00 - 2023-10-01 17:00 (America/Chicago) | ORBI Rentals, 2115 Tanner St, Malvern, AR, United States
Save the Date for Rendezvous 2023! More details to come.
For more information on this event, look at last year’s at https://arkansascanoeclub.com/Rendezvous for an idea of the schedule and focus.

24 Hours of Horseshoe Hell
2023-09-27 - 2023-10-01 | Horseshoe Canyon Ranch, HC 70, 261, Jasper, AR, 72641, United States
24 Hours of Horseshoe Hell is an endurance rock climbing competition and festival, held annually on the last full weekend of September, within the steep sandstone cliff walls of Horseshoe Canyon Ranch, Jasper, AR. Teams of two have the opportunity to choose between a 12-hour and 24-hour event, and the festival lasts five days with food, camping, music, swag, games, competition, parties, and most of all fellowship. Join our beautiful community, and pack your costume!

Fort Smith Marathon/Half/Relays
2023-09-24 08:00 - 15:00 | University of Fort Smith, 601-C Kinkead Ave, Fort Smith, AR, United States
The start/finish will be on the beautiful University of Fort Smith campus. There will be plenty of parking available for racers and a nice shaded green for spectators to hang out at during the race.
Marathon
This course is both scenic and challenging and includes historic downtown, beautiful neighborhoods, paved trails, and rolling terrain with a few significant climbs and descents as well. This is certainly a finisher’s medal you’ll be proud to earn! Marathon – $80 (Includes short sleeve t-shirt, timing chip/bib and race packet). Race date is Sunday, September 24, 2023 with race starting 7:00 am.
Half-Marathon
Starts along the marathon route, but turns off around mile 4.5 to go through several neighborhoods. The route meets up with the marathon route for a couple of miles before turning off again. The last few miles will be along the marathon route.
Marathon Relay
The Marathon course is broken into 4 relay legs. First leg is 6.5 miles long. Second leg is 6.2 miles. Third leg is 6.7 miles. Last leg is 6.8 miles. These distances are approximate and may change slightly as we work on the logistics of setting up relay stations.

Women’s Trail Luv at Centennial
2023-09-24 08:00 - 11:00 | Centennial Park, S Centennial Park Ln, Fayetteville, AR, 72704, United States
Join the OORC’s Hannah Catt for a few hours of raking out the trails at Centennial. Tools and education provided. Bring hydration and a snack.

Strider Cup
2023-09-23 15:00 - 19:30 | Bentonville Square, 100 North Main St, Bentonville, 72712, United States
Get ready Arkansas, because Strider Cup Racing is about to take over the Square in downtown Bentonville on September 23rd! These tiny riders will be racing their hearts out and shredding some serious rubber as they put their Strider skills to the test!
Strider Cup races are the highest level national Strider sanctioned races that give small children a chance to put their Strider Balance Bike skills to the test at several stops across the USA and worldwide. These unique Strider organized and operated events cater directly to children 2-4 year old’s who want to experience the thrill of racing. Children of all sizes and skill levels are welcome to participate. Strider No-Pedal Balance Bikes are developed for both learning the ropes of riding and honing advanced skills in racing.
Online pre-registration is required for the 2, 3, and 4-year-old classes, and online registration ends at 12:00 p.m. MDT on Friday, September 22nd. There will be no registrations after that time or on race day.
Only one racer is allowed to register per form. To register multiple riders, repeat the registration process for each racer.

Stampede
2023-09-23 08:00 - 13:00 | Western Arkansas Runners Building, 7000 Taylor Ave, Fort Smith, AR, 72916, United States
2023 Stampede
Certified 5K/10K Race and Timed 5K Walk
Saturday, September 23
Start and Finish at Western Arkansas Runners Building
Fort Chaffee – 7000 Taylor Ave.
7 a.m. Registration, 8 a.m. Race
Entry Fee: $30 before September 9 and $40 after September 9 through day of race
Participant Packet Pick-Up, Friday, September 22, 5 p.m. – 7 p.m.
Western Arkansas Runners Building
Fort Chaffee – 7000 Taylor Ave.
T-shirts guaranteed for those who register prior to September 9 and at day of race, if available.
Overall Awards for Top Male & Top Female Finishers in 5K and 10K
Age Division Awards (3 deep) in 5 year age groups for 10 – 80 & 9 and under for 5K Run, 10K Run, and Timed 5K Walk
This race goal is to raise funds to provide assistance to Leukemia and Lymphoma Society (LLS).
www.teamintraining.org
In 2022, LLS took bold steps to improve the futures of blood cancer patients and survivors dealing with more than 100 blood cancers, including leukemia, lymphoma, and Myeloma.
1. 14 new blood cancer treatment options were approved by FDA, many because of longstanding LLS support.
2. LLS funded 117 scientists and invested in 17 Therapy Acceleration Program (TAP) partners to advance next-generation blood cancer research.
LLS is thankful for our supporters and volunteers who help continue advancing the LLS mission in Arkansas providing life-saving resources, research, and financial support. Below is a snapshot of how LLS impacted the people of Arkansas in FY22.

People in AR who received financial assistance through C0-Pay Assistance Program: $4,401,500.00.
In travel assistance provided to patients in AR: $66,000.00.
In Urgent Need financial assistance provided to patients in AR: $79,500.00.
People and caregivers served by education and services in AR: 916.

East End Sizzler 10K/5K
2023-09-23 08:00 - 11:00 | East End, 20422 N Springlake Rd, East End, AR, 72065, United States
East End Sizzler 10K

“Your child has cancer.” No parent is ever prepared to hear these four gut-wrenching words. Yet each year, an estimated 300,000 children worldwide are dealt a devastating cancer
diagnosis. The emotional, physical, and financial tolls families suffer begin the moment those words are uttered. Lives are shattered in the span of a sentence. Won’t you help us by supporting this cause?
Start Time: 8:00am CDT
End Time: 11:00am CDT
Registration Limit: 92 spots left.
Price: $45.00 Race Fee
Registration: Registration ends September 23, 2023 at 7:55am CDT

Big Dam Bridge 100
2023-09-23 07:00 - 16:00 | Riverfront Drive, 398 Riverfront Dr, North Little Rock, AR, 72114, United States
The Big Dam Bridge 100 is an annual event in central Arkansas that celebrates the “Big Dam Bridge” over the Arkansas River. The 4226-foot bridge is the longest bridge built for pedestrian and bicycle traffic in North America. It connects over 40 miles of scenic riverside trails between Little Rock and North Little Rock. It also serves as the backbone for connecting over 70,000 acres of various city, county, state & federal parks.
The BDB 100 offers several routes ranging between 15 and 105 miles, with beautiful mountain and river scenery, as well as a few challenging hills on the longer routes. The event provides participants with well-marked courses, fun aid stations with foods and liquids, great volunteer support, event t-shirt, a unique finisher medal, post-ride food and drinks along with a unique finish-line experience.

Little Rock Roadrunners Coffee Run
2023-09-23 07:00 - 09:00 | Leiva’s Coffee, 6323 Ranch Dr., Little Rock, 72223, United States
Join the Little Rock Roadrunners at Leiva’s Coffee on Saturday, September 23 for our monthly coffee run. Leiva’s has said they will FINALLY be reopening on September 17th so there should be plenty of post-run coffee and pastries. If Leiva’s still hasn’t reopened we will provide post-run coffee and donuts.

There will be a 5-mile loop that will include the William Kirsch Reserve within the Ranch North Woods. Please note that if it has been rainy in the days leading up to the run the trail will likely be muddy, so don’t wear your brand-new running shoes if you plan to hit the trails!

There are also three options for road routes of 3.3, 4.3, and 6 miles. Following your run or walk, stick around for some coffee, pastries, and camaraderie! All are welcome and we hope to see many of you there!

Road Routes:
3.3 Miles: https://www.strava.com/routes/3064210128346360716
4.3 Miles: https://www.strava.com/routes/3064210505326705304
6 Miles: https://www.strava.com/routes/3064211365401251724

FITZDURO | Arkansas Enduro Series (AES)
2023-09-23 - 2023-09-24 | The Jones Center, 922 E Emma Ave, Springdale, AR, 72754, United States
ITZDURO – SPRINGDALE, AR
Presented by Arvest Bank | Hosted by Ozark Outdoor Foundation
For details about AES and the other races in the series can be found at Arkansas Enduro Series
This round of the Fall AES will be at the Fitzgerald Trails in Springdale, Arkansas!
The race is rated 1 out 5 | Skill-3 | Fitness-3 | Gnar-4
This is a one-day event with up to 6 stages on Sunday.
A one-day event means there will be racing only on Sunday; early pre-riding ‘Sunday Stages’ on Friday and Official Check-In and Practice Day will be Saturday. All racers, regardless of age or category will race the same course and stages. There will B line options for more difficult areas – or walk anything you do not feel comfortable riding. Stages must be completed in order, and only one time, unless otherwise noted.
We will also offer a “Just Ride” category where participants can ride the enduro courses on Saturday, and Sunday after the race is over. Just Ride participants cannot be on the course during the race times unless you are riding with a junior participant. This is an untimed category and is not required if you are registered to do the timed Enduro race. Event Swag & Post Race Meal included in Just Ride – no raffle ticket. You can register via BikeReg.

Entry Details
-Event Swag
-Custom number plate
-A professionally marked course with arrows and tape – maps emailed to racers the week of the race
-Neutral support provided by sponsor Phat Tire Bike Shop
-Enduro Timing System from SPORTident for you to have an experience just like the World Series races with accuracy to the 1000th of second, instant results upon finishing and scoreboard.
-Aid station and snacks mid-race provided by Rusty Cramer at American National Insurance
-Post-race meal included with entry on Sunday for all registered Racers and Just Ride participants
-Cold adult beverages in marked areas – 21+ only
-A professional awards ceremony with awards to all categories
-Payouts for Pro categories
-Refreshments and food available for purchase
-Raffle for all registered racers provided by top notch sponsors
-On site sponsors

Schedule & Course Map
Full schedule, along with the course map, will be emailed to all registered racers and posted in the Facebook Event following online registration closing on Thursday (9/21) at 9PM CT. Be sure to monitor your emails race week to review the schedule.
Failure to check in and pick up your timing chip by the scheduled mandatory race meeting can result in a racer not being able to race. Failure to head to the first stage by the end of the final wave can result in a racer not being able to race.
Friday | Early pre-ride on Sunday Stages. No check-in available on this day so please ride with caution.
Saturday | Official Check-In & Pre-Ride day.
Sunday | Race Day will include final check-in, timing chip pickup, mandatory racers meeting, race start times, timing chip TURN OFF, post race meal, awards, etc.

Logistics
Race Venue Address | 922 E Emma Ave. Springdale, AR 72764
Camping – There will be ‘dry camping’ available to out of state participants at a different location than the venue, that is closer to the Fitzgerald trails located on private land.
Dogs – Even good dogs must be on leashes.
Pack It In, Pack Out – If you haul it in you haul it out. Leave no trace. Respect.

Prepare
Food – Post Race Meal provided to racers on Race Day only. Meal ticket obtained at Registration & Timing tent after turning in your timing chip. Family and friends welcome to grab a plate for purchase. While an onsite food truck may offer breakfast and other meals for purchase please bring your breakfast food, snacks, special dietary foods, hydration and anything specific for your pre and post-race needs.
Water – We will provide water at the aid station during race times but you need to be prepared for pre ride days and race days. Bring more than you think you’ll need. Plan to have at least 50-60 ounces on you at all times while riding.
Snacks – Have carbs and protein on hand between meals
Safety – This is not the time to skimp on protective equipment. We highly suggest a full-face helmet, knee pads, and elbow pads. Riding within your limits is essential.
Trash – If you pack it in, you pack it out.
Nice to have – Spare tubes, inflation device, tire plugs, chain link, derailleur pulleys and other parts. Sponsor Revolution Mobile Bike Repair will be onsite for mechanical support but it is always best to give your bike a once over before a race to address any issues as well as to bring any items you may need to make repairs. **NOTE – Revolution Mobile Bike Repair will provide assistance for issues that occur onsite during pre-ride and the race – not for issues that occurred prior, or to build bikes, or add/replace components that were not on your bike prior to arriving at event.

Rules
-Racing Age | What your age will be on 12/31/22
-Onsite Payments – Venmo and PayPal, and cash if exact, accepted for any onsite purchases – no credit/debit card. This does not apply to any vendors – they will have their own payment options.
-Race waiver will be required and must be signed onsite at the venue. Any racer under the age of 18 must have a parent present with them at Check In to sign waiver.
-Only Racers and Just Ride, with a number plate on, will be allowed on the event stages during Pre-Ride.
-Timed Enduro Racers only, with number plate on, on stages during race on Sunday – No Just Ride participants or non-racers.
-You cannot change your category after the race starts.
-Racers must attend the Racers Meeting, not start the race before the Racer’s Meeting, and must be go out to start the race during your noted category wave time; not any later.
-All timing chips must be picked up prior to the Mandatory Racer’s Meeting or the Racer may not be able to race.
-Racers cannot wear a timing chip at any time that is different from the one that was assigned to them by the Timing Director at the Timing Tent.
-Timing chip must be worn on the Racer’s right wrist unless otherwise noted by the Race Director or Timing Director.
-The bike and equipment you start the race on must be the same bike and equipment you finish on. Official Race Director must approve exceptions. *Exceptions are repairing or replacement of tires.
-Once riders have entered the stage line there is no cutting in line.
-All stages must be completed in order, and only once, unless otherwise notes in Racer Meeting by the Race Director.
-Timing stations will be placed at the start and finish of each stage. All Racers must stay on course during the stages and transitions. Veering off course is disrespectful to everyone from the landowner, race organizers, fellow competitors and yourself.
-Any form of outside assistance or support such as; non-racers, family members, friends or unapproved pit stops is forbidden. However, Racers are allowed and encouraged to help fellow competitors on the course.
-Stage Reruns are NOT ALLOWED for mechanicals, the racer crashing, or going off course unless discussed with and approved by the Race Director or Timing Director ONLY. Only Racer impediment, safety hazards, or fellow Racer injury support warrants a re-run and must be approved by the Race Director or Timing Director ONLY prior to the re-run. Stage reruns can be seen by the Timing Director and do not disappear from the timing chips history regardless of time that has passed. Any unapproved re-runs, either intentional or unintentional will result in a disqualification. Flat tires, bent wheels, broken chains, and ANY type of mechanical issue, or rider error is part of racing and does not warrant a re-run.
-Always stop for an injured rider. In the case of a downed rider that receives assistance provided by another participant – the helping participant’s time will be adjusted by averaging the lap times from the particular stage or a re-run will be authorized by the Race Director. The downed rider may not qualify for a re-run. If you cannot contact the Race Director wait at the Timing tent until receiving direction.
-Do not change, adjust, or modify the course in any way. If you have a concern about a course feature please present the concern to the Race Director with a picture and description of concern.
-Do not disrespect the land such as littering.
-Racers deviating from any of the Rules can and/or will be time penalized and possibly be disqualified from the race.

Overalls
Participants will register for the category they will remain in for the series to qualify for Overalls. You cannot change categories after the second stop and you must notify the Timing Director at dustin@slaughtertrailguides.com if you are changing your category prior to that. Failure to let us know of a category change can impact your series overall points negatively. If you race in different categories the results will not be combined for overall results.
PLEASE ENSURE YOU REGISTER USING THE SAME NAME FOR EACH RACE or your Overall points will be affected.

Wait List
This race has a rider limit of. Once those numbers are reached you can register for the Wait List, and if/when spots become available, we will pull from the Wait List in the order of registration, and you will be charged. Please note we will pull from the Wait List automatically until the day before the race (in this case; Friday) so if you can no longer attend please email april@slaughtertrailguides.com to have yourself removed from the Wait List. It is the Racers responsibility to monitor their email to see if they have been removed from the Wait List and into the race.

Refund & Transfer Policy
These are rain, shine, ice or snow events except under extreme circumstances in which we will notify all participants of any cancelations.
Refunds | With a 15% fee we will honor a refund when the request is at least two weeks (14 days) prior to the race.
If the request is made with less than two weeks to the race then a refund will not be available.
Transfers | With a 15% fee we will honor a transfer to another SET race within season when the request is at least one week (7 days) prior to the race.
If the request is made with less than a week to the race then a transfer will not be available.
In the event a transfer is given the participant will receive a credit/coupon code, minus the 15% fee, to use to register for an upcoming race within the season. The participant will need to pay for any difference in entry fee(s). If the credit is not used by the end of the season it will expire and no further transfers or refunds will be available for it.
We do not accept participant to participant transfers or selling of entries.
If you purchased the Event Registration Protection when registering then you will need to contact them first via the contact information below:
Tech@athleteReg.com
(888) 956-9560.
https://www.eventregistrationprotection.com/allianzassistance/ManagePolicy/
No refunds or transfers after you have arrived for the race or after the race starts/has happened.
Merchandise purchases and service fees are non-refundable.

For any race related questions email dustin@slaughtertrailguides.com

**Check out Social Media pages on Instagram and Facebook for event updates and announcements**

Slaughter Trail Guides reserves the right to amend, add, and alter rules, schedule, policies and details to the event at any time.

2023 Nabholz Bike and Brew presented by WhyteSpyder
2023-09-22 13:00 - 18:00 | Bike Rack Brewing Co., 801 SE Eighth St, Bentonville, United States
PRE-CHECK-IN WILL BE AVAILABLE
Wed, September 20th from 4:00pm to 6:00pm
Bike Rack Brewing Co. 801 SE Eighth St, Bentonville
Come check-in early and get your registration packet and grab a free beer!
Sponsored by Bentonville Moves Coalition
CHECK-IN & WELCOME 1:00 pm – 2:00 pm
Check-in 1:00 – 1:30 pm
Welcome starts at 1:40 pm
RIDES 2:00 pm – 4:00 pm
In-town route (8/9 miles mostly greenway) with 4 featured stops
Mountain route – Green/Blue/Black with 2 featured stops
POST RIDE AFTER PARTY 4:00 pm – 6:00 pm
Live Music, Food, Brews. Turn in your Poker Run score card.
SAFETY
Riders will be placed into groups of around 20. They will have a lead rider and sweep rider.
There will be a Sag Wagon on call for bikers with mechanical difficulties.

Trail Luv Day & Party in the Woods
2023-09-17 09:00 - 14:00 | Bayyari Park, 2300 Deer Valley Street, Springdale, AR, 72764, United States
Trailblazers Trail Adoption Program will partner with Ozark Off-Road Cyclist (OORC) and Friends of Arkansas Singletrack (FAST) ON September 17th at Fitzgerald! We will be prepping the race stages for the AES race in the morning. Afterward, stick around for BBQ and riding. This is also a perfect time to learn more about both organizations and everything they do for our cycling community.

The Broadmoor Amateur Disc Golf Tournament
2023-09-16 10:00 - 12:00 | Broadmoor Park, 19 Belmont Drive, Little Rock, 72204, United States
The BPOA is thrilled to host its inaugural event, The Broadmoor Amateur Disc Golf Tournament on Saturday, September 16th, 2023 from 10 a.m. – 12 p.m.
The tournament is open to amateur disc players 18 years of age and older and the cost to compete is $25.00. A hole-in-one contest will immediately follow the tournament on hole 7. No prior registration nor age minimum is required for this contest. See the Tournament Rules & Regulations for more details.
Registration for the disc golf tournament will be open through September 15th. You may register for the tournament below or by clicking here to open the registration form in a new tab.
TOURNAMENT PRIZES:
First Place – $150
Second Place – $75
Third Place: $25

If you have any questions or issues with the registration form or paying your registration fee, please email welovebroadmoor@gmail.com and we will assist you.

The Ozark Randonneur
2023-09-16 09:00 - 21:00 | Puritan Coffee & Beer, 205 West Dickson St., Fayetteville, AR, 72701, United States
The Ozark Randonneur 120: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/42350611
The Ozark Randonneur 200: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/42254901
Randonneuring is long-distance unsupported endurance cycling. This style of riding is non-competitive in nature, and self-sufficiency is paramount. When riders participate in randonneuring events, they are part of a long tradition that goes back to the beginning of cycling in France and Italy. Friendly camaraderie, not competition, is the hallmark of randonneuring.

“…in a nutshell: Cycling with like-minded friends, on beautiful roads, while challenging yourself to ride better than you ever imagined. How you define “better” is up to you. Better can mean faster, more miles, more fun, more… or a combination of the above.” – Jan Heine of Rene Herse

Drafting is allowed. Teamwork is allowed. Obey traffic laws and don’t get lost or take shortcuts.
The inaugural Ozark Randonneur embarks from Historic Downtown Fayetteville, Arkansas on
Saturday, September 16th, 2023. For this year’s inaugural event, we’re offering two distance options: 122.5 Miles and 201 Miles. In order to be an official finisher, you must make the time cut-offs.
122.5 Miles – 15 Hours (Back by Midnight)
201 Miles – 25 Hours (Back by 10 AM Next Day)
While no podium exists for this event, some may chase a Fastest Known Time for extra bragging rights.
There will be no tracking for this event; a ride file must be provided upon completion for a finisher swag bag, award and an extra raffle ticket. Anyone participating gets a bandanna and a raffle ticket.
Fayetteville’s vibrant downtown has long been considered the entertainment capital of Arkansas with
historic Dickson Street the epicenter for fun – a fitting start and finish line for the Ozark Randonneur.
In addition to a vibrant nightlife, participants will find everything from local coffee shops pouring
flavorful drip to eclectic kitchens serving gourmet grilled cheese – and everything in between.
For additional information on Fayetteville including lodging suggestions and some of our favorite
activities to complement any ride just visit www.experiencefayetteville.com.
This event serves as an annual fundraiser for OZARK GRAVEL CYCLISTS, A 501(C)(3) NON-PROFIT CHARITABLE ORGANIZATION (EIN: 88-2185955).
OGC has a mission to support and advance a diverse community of adventure cyclists through route development, group rides, events, and educational opportunities. Your contribution helps fund the program’s growth.

NW Arkansas Mountain Bike Championships
2023-09-16 09:00 - 15:00 | Devil’s Den State Park, 11333 West Arkansas Hwy. 74, West Fork, AR, 72774, United States
The 34th Northwest Arkansas Mountain Bike Championships at Devil’s Den State Park is coming soon. Registration at http://www.bikereg.com/nw-arkansas-mountain-bike…is now open. There is plenty of time to register before the entry fee increase in September. For camping or cabin reservations, call 479-761-3325 or online at www.arkansasstateparks.com. If you have any questions, please get in touch with me at tim.scott@arkansas.gov or 479-761-3824. See you September 16th!
