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Imagine descending into one of the most beautiful canyons in Arkansas on a fall afternoon in early November, the leaves at peak foliage - passing windy ribbons of singletrack, imposing sandstone walls, vistas, and log cabins as you enter the iconic Horseshoe Canyon Ranch. This idyllic gem of the Ozarks will be your home for […]
Ozark Off-Road Cyclist and the Ozark Trail Runners unite to create the most epic 24 25 hour party you’ve ever experienced. Profits from this “race” will go to continued preservation and trail development on Mt. Kessler. Join us on November 2nd, Mt. Kessler – Fayetteville, Arkansas for a full day of partying in the dirt. […]
Northwoods Trails and Visit Hot Springs presents the 3-day, all-ages, Mountain Bike Festival in Hot Springs National Park, Arkansas! We are excited to invite you all to the 6th Annual Gudrun: Northwoods MTB Festival. This 3-Day Mountain Bike Festival will include competitions and activities including: Slow Roll Fun Ride, Full Enduro, Mini Enduro, Waffles & […]
We are stoked to partner with the city of Hot Springs to make The Ouachita Triple Crown part of the Gudrun Northwoods Festival this year!! Participants are encouraged to join in on the rest of the Gudrun activities and parties, it is a great time in the Northwoods! The Ouachita Triple Crown route was first […]
Birdeye Gravel expands its weekend festivities with this unique challenge dubbed the Night Owl! Two distance options, one epic endeavor. Picture this: sunset is approaching, a live band is ready to send you off, and you're surrounded by a group of enthusiastic riders ready to take on the night. There will be a few stashed […]
Discover Birdeye - an Adventure Getaway on Crowley's Ridge As autumn paints the landscape in vibrant hues, immerse yourself in the rich cultural tapestry and scenic beauty of Arkansas' Delta region. Rolling gravel routes that traverse the ridge, farmland, levees, and historic country roads are the main event. Rewarding Gravel Rides - Explore beautiful terrain with beginner, […]
Date change due to weather forecast, more information is available here: https://arkansasoutside.com/jones-center-bike-festival-rescheduled-due-to-weather-forecast/ Gear up for an action-packed weekend of bike-forward events you and your family won’t want to miss at the Jones Center Bike Festival! The Jones Center Bike Festival brings three unique cycling and adventure events to the heart of downtown Springdale: a kids […]
Join us in Birdeye for our first ever running event! First up is a 17 miler point-to-point from Harrisburg back to the farm, followed by a 5k trail run on handbuilt single track, and wrap the day with a flat mile through on a groomed path through the pasture. Here's a fun slideshow about running […]
We will be hosting a Fundraiser to help support funds to get Zack a handicap-accessible vehicle so that Zack can be transferred to and from therapy. 5K and 1 mile Family Fun Walk Around the Lake Hamilton Public Schools We will have vendors, first responders, and lots of love!
Join us on Saturday, August 17th for ''The Rise'' Challenge Series! One challenge, two races to compete for the title, "Queen and King of The Rise". Since opening in November 2022, The Rise at Coler has been one of the most used and loved features at the preserve, the journey ascends 185 steps equal to […]
The ALS Association's Ride to Defeat ALS is a community fundraising event that creates the hope and action needed to create a world without this devastating disease. Each ride brings together a diverse group of individuals and teams dedicated to taking the challenge for those who bravely fight ALS and creates hope for a future […]
Race the Base Trail Run Saturday 11-9-2024 9 a.m. Race the Base is a 4 mile Trail Run with a mixture of paved trail, gravel road and technical single track. This race is a fundraiser for Partners for Pinnacle, working to keep Pinnacle Mountain State Park accessible and enjoyable for generations to come. ________________________________________ Event […]
Whitney's Race is not just Whitney's race. It is a race against time for those yet to be afflicted with pancreatic cancer, the most deadly cancer. It is Time To Cure® pancreatic cancer. Whitney's Time To Cure® has passed. Whitney Marsh perished at age 41, November 1, 2018, ten months after diagnosis with pancreatic cancer. Five-year survival […]
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