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SUMMARY:Birdeye Gravel
DESCRIPTION:A secret held\, a truth embraced\, \nA landscape time cannot erase. \nIf you have walked that shadowed lane\, \nThen in this quiet\, you remain.
URL:https://arkansasoutside.com/event/birdeye-gravel-2/
LOCATION:Birdeye Farms\, 10 County Road\, Birdeye\, 72324\, United States
CATEGORIES:Cycling (Road & Mountain)
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SUMMARY:Birdeye 500
DESCRIPTION:Picture This\nSunset is approaching\, a live band is on stage\, dinner is about to be served\, and you hear the swarm of cheering friends and family as you return from a 500 mile odyssey on Crowley’s Ridge – just in time for your chance to win $500. \nThe Challenge\n\nNo-Frills // Unsupported // Adventure\nStarting and ending in Birdeye\, you’ll ride the entire length of the Crowley’s Ridge Gravel Trail\, twice.\nThere is no entry fee\, no SAG wagon\, and no support crew.\nYou’ll navigate the rolling and rewarding terrain with only what you can carry.\nIt’s you\, your bike\, and 500 miles of fabulous riding.\n\nThe Rules\n\nThe rules are simple: ride the route.\nThis is a self-timed event.\nWe provide a route description and a suggested start time. That’s it.\nYou are responsible for your own safety\, logistics\, and timing.\n\nThe Reward\n\nWhile the ultimate prize is the satisfaction of completing this epic journey\, we’ve sweetened the deal.\nIF WE GET 100 REGISTRATIONS – ALL PARTICIPANTS WHO SUCCESSFULLY FINISH THE ROUTE AND ARRIVE BACK IN BIRDEYE BY 5 PM WILL BE ENTERED INTO A DRAWING FOR ONE OF THREE $500 CASH PRIZES.\n\nThat’s a total purse of $1500 awarded to those who conquer the trail. \n\n\n\nThe Grit\n\nThe Crowley’s Ridge 500 isn’t about winning; it’s about enduring. Ready to find out what you’re made of?\nEnjoy camaraderie\, duke it out with anyone that wants to push the pace\, or settle into your own rhythm and enjoy a solo mission.\nComplete the route and add your name to the list of finishers.\nWhether this is a training opportunity for something in the ultra or bikepacking realm\, or just a way to shake things up… we’re here to stoke the fire!\n\nPlease Note\n\n\nUnofficial route\nThere will be a few stashed aid stations along the way but the ethos of the ride is a self-supported adventure.\nNO rolling SAG. This is a do-it-yourself ride! If you need a bailout… call a significant other\, bestie\, or family member.\nWe’ll send out a sweep beginning at 10AM on Sunday.\n\nThe Schedule\n\nTuesday 11/4\n\n2pm – Suggested Start for those TOURING\n\n\nSaturday 11/9\n\n5pm  – Cash Prize Cutoff\n\n\n\nSelfie Bonus\n\nUpload selfies to social media and get entered to win more prizes.\n\n\nBuilding Community\nstudioDRIFT’s mission aims to help communities in the Delta through placemaking and outdoor recreation. To this end we offer free event participation for marginalized and underprivileged people. If you would like to apply for a scholarship and attend this event for free\, please be in touch. \nCrowley’s Ridge Gravel Trail\nWith an emphasis on connectivity\, placemaking\, and the outdoors\, studioDRIFT is also helping fellow Arkansans strengthen their community and landscape through bike and water trails\, ecological and adventure tourism\, cultural arts and music\, and sustainable food systems.  \nSigning up for this ride contributes to the mission of studioDRIFT!
URL:https://arkansasoutside.com/event/birdeye-500/
LOCATION:Birdeye Farms\, 10 County Road\, Birdeye\, 72324\, United States
CATEGORIES:Cycling (Road & Mountain)
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SUMMARY:Birdeye Gravel
DESCRIPTION:Discover Birdeye – an Adventure Getaway on Crowley’s Ridge\nAs 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. \n\nRewarding Gravel Rides – Explore beautiful terrain with beginner\, intermediate\, and advanced route options.\nLocal Flavors – Savor farm-to-table cuisine and lose yourself in the region’s culinary delights.\nDistinctive – Crowley’s Ridge offers a unique blend of authentic charm and outdoor adventure in a setting that is both a geographical and ecological anomaly.\nWarm Hospitality – Experience the genuine warmth and friendliness of the Arkansas Delta\, house-party style.\nYou Don’t Have to Ride – There are plenty of other things to do: relax\, explore… just be!\nLive Music – Enjoy a vibrant music scene that showcases local talent.\n\nFor those seeking a more leisurely experience\, enjoy a variety of activities including yoga\, bocce\, guided hikes\, hammocking\, cocktail-making\, photo walks\, or simply relaxing in the serene surroundings on the farm. \n—–\nSchedule\nThursday 11/7 (bikepacker’s special) \n\n\nFree dinner for people that ride their bicycles to Birdeye\n\nROUTE COLLECTION\nCome hungry!\n\n\n\n  \nFriday 11/8 \n\n10am – Friday 50 group ride\n4pm – Arrive at the farm in time for happy hour\n5pm – Wood oven pizza – August and Co.\nMusic – Heavy Suga and the Sweetones\n\n  \nSaturday 11/9  \n\n6:30 – 8am Breakfast & to-go lunch\n7am – 80 & 100-mile start\n8am – 50-mile start\n9am – 8 & 23-mile start\n10am – 4pm Farm fun (yard games\, yoga\, & more!)\n5pm – Tacos & tamales – San Judas\nMusic – Curtis Scott & Deion James followed by Amy LaVere & Will Sexton\n\n  \nSunday 11/10  \n\nBreakfast & farewells\nOPTIONAL: Visit the award-winning Arkansas State Veterans Cemetery one mile north and say hello to the state champion Southern red oak tree.\n\n  \n——\nAccommodations\n\nThe festival takes place on a small farm nestled on the eastern slope of Crowley’s Ridge. For on-site accommodations please reserve your spot as soon as possible. \n  \nSpace is limited – RESERVE YOUR SPOT \n  \n9/5 UPDATE \n\nEntire bunk room has been claimed\nBoth bedrooms with shared bath are reserved\nCanvas tents are selling out\nPlenty of DIY camping still available\nLocal home rentals still available\nCamping sites are still available at Village Creek State Park\n\n  \nSpace is limited – RESERVE YOUR SPOT \n  \n—–\nBuilding Community\nstudioDRIFT’s mission aims to help communities in the Delta through placemaking and outdoor recreation. To this end we offer free event participation for marginalized and underprivileged people. If you would like to apply for a scholarship and attend this event for free\, please be in touch. \n\n—–\nAll proceeds benefit the Crowley’s Ridge Gravel Trail\n\n  \nCrowley’s Ridge is a geographic anomaly that runs from southern Missouri all the way down to Helena. \nBorn by windblown dust hitting river fog in the days of the woolly mammoth\, this unique ecoregion is elevated 250 feet above the surrounding Mississippi Alluvial Plain. \n  \nCrowley’s Ridge Gravel Trail spans 250 miles – and 10\,000′ of elevation – connecting Piggott to Helena. \nThis project is symbolic of studioDRIFT’s commitment to the prosperity of rural Arkansas. \n  \nAdventure recreation strengthens both the economy and the ecology of the Natural State. \n  \nQuality of life begins with quality of place. 
URL:https://arkansasoutside.com/event/birdeye-gravel/
LOCATION:Birdeye Farms\, 10 County Road\, Birdeye\, 72324\, United States
CATEGORIES:Cycling (Road & Mountain)
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SUMMARY:Birdeye
DESCRIPTION: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 on Crowley’s Ridge. \nIf you register for the 17 mile run the other events (5k and 1 mile) are free. Consider this a marathon training day! \nThis run is part of the Birdeye Gravel Festival – a rally style event for runners and cyclists\, mixing it up with music\, food\, and other fun cultural activities. It’s a true one-of-a-kind experience on Crowley’s Ridge that you do not want to miss. \nAs autumn paints the landscape in vibrant hues\, immerse yourself in the rich cultural tapestry and scenic beauty of Arkansas’ Delta region.  Rolling dirt routes that traverse the ridge\, farmland\, levees\, and historic country lanes are the main event. \n\nRewarding Running Terrain – Explore the beautiful countryside of Eastern Arkansas\nLocal Flavors – Savor farm-to-table cuisine and lose yourself in the region’s culinary delights.\nDistinctive – Crowley’s Ridge offers a unique blend of authentic charm and outdoor adventure in a setting that is both a geographical and ecological anomaly.\nWarm Hospitality – Experience the genuine warmth and friendliness of the Arkansas Delta\, house-party style.\nLive Music – Enjoy a vibrant music scene that showcases local talent.\n\nRegistration gets athletes a full day of fun including post-race beverages\, snacks\, a delicious meal and amazing music! \nEVENT SCHEDULE –> Saturday 11/9  \n\n8:30 am  – 17 Mile runner meeting\n9am – Bus leaves for Harrisburg\n3pm – 5k\n4:30pm – 1 Mile\n5pm – Tacos & tamales – San Judas\nMusic – Curtis Scott & Deion James followed by Amy LaVere & Will Sexton\n\nNeed Accommodations? \nThe festival takes place on a small farm nestled on the eastern slope of Crowley’s Ridge. For on-site accommodations please reserve your spot as soon as possible.  Space is limited – RESERVE YOUR SPOT \nBuilding Community \nstudioDRIFT’s mission aims to help communities in the Delta through placemaking and outdoor recreation. To this end we offer free event participation for marginalized and underprivileged people. If you would like to apply for a scholarship and attend this event for free\, please be in touch. \nWith an emphasis on connectivity\, placemaking\, and the outdoors\, studioDRIFT is also helping fellow Arkansans strengthen their community and landscape through bike and water trails\, ecological and adventure tourism\, cultural arts and music\, and sustainable food systems.  \nSigning up for this event contributes to the mission of studioDRIFT!
URL:https://arkansasoutside.com/event/birdeye/
LOCATION:Birdeye Farms\, 10 County Road\, Birdeye\, 72324\, United States
CATEGORIES:Running (Trail & Road)
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SUMMARY:Birdeye | Night Owl
DESCRIPTION:Birdeye Gravel expands its weekend festivities with this unique challenge dubbed the Night Owl! Two distance options\, one epic endeavor.  \nPicture 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 aid stations along the way but the ethos of the ride is a self-supported adventure. Enjoy comradery\, duke it out with anyone that wants to push the pace\, or settle into your own rhythm and enjoy a solo mission. Complete the route and add your name to the list of finishers. We’ll be scheming up some prizes to sweeten the deal. \nWhether your first proper night ride\, a training opportunity for something in the ultra or bikepacking realm\, or just a way to shake things up… we’re here to stoke the fire! \nPlease note – this will not have a rolling SAG. This is a do-it-yourself ride! If you need a bailout… call a significant other\, bestie\, or family member. We’ll send out a sweep beginning at 10AM on Saturday. \nPreliminary Routes: \nhttps://ridewithgps.com/collections/2932778 \nSchedule:  \nFriday 11/8\n• 4:30pm – Rider Meeting\n• 5pm – Start \nSaturday 11/9 \n• 8am – Breakfast\n• 10am-4pm – Farm fun (yard games\, yoga\, & more!) \n• 5pm – Tacos & tamales – San Judas\n• Music – Curtis Scott & Deion James followed by Amy LaVere & Will Sexton \n  \nBuilding Community \nstudioDRIFT’s mission aims to help communities in the Delta through placemaking and outdoor recreation. To this end we offer free event participation for marginalized and underprivileged people. If you would like to apply for a scholarship and attend this event for free\, please be in touch. \nWith an emphasis on connectivity\, placemaking\, and the outdoors\, studioDRIFT is also helping fellow Arkansans strengthen their community and landscape through bike and water trails\, ecological and adventure tourism\, cultural arts and music\, and sustainable food systems.  \nSigning up for this ride contributes to the mission of studioDRIFT!
URL:https://arkansasoutside.com/event/birdeye-night-owl/
LOCATION:Birdeye Farms\, 10 County Road\, Birdeye\, 72324\, United States
CATEGORIES:Cycling (Road & Mountain)
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SUMMARY:Birdeye Gravel Festival
DESCRIPTION:Rich in culture and beautiful rolling county roads\, Crowley’s Ridge in the Arkansas Delta is one of those places full of authenticity.\n\nRoutes are 75% gravel and 25% pavement\, an equal mix of farmland\, levees\, and historic gravel lanes. All routes start/end in Birdeye. The fall harvest will be wrapping up in the farmlands while the leaves will be in peak color along the ridge. \nDon’t doubt the Delta\, longer routes push 2k in elevation. No mosquitos either. \nCheck out the video here: https://youtu.be/-nIqun6wFcs?si=icSd_vLSrk0hlNnj \n\n\n\n\n\n\nFriday 11/3 \n\narrive in time for happy hour\nbiking to Birdeye is encouraged from Memphis\, Jonesboro\, and Little Rock\n\nROUTE COLLECTION\n\n\nwood oven pizza – August and Co.\nmusic – Jaxx Nassar\n\nSaturday 11/4 \n\nbreakfast & to go lunch\n16\, 26\, 56\, 76\, 100 mile rides\n\nROUTE COLLECTION\n\n\nfarm fun (yard games\, sashiko\, yoga\, skeet\, and more)\nbbq – Quessenberry Brothers\nmusic – Aaron Headley Band\n\nSunday 11/5 \n\nbreakfast & farewells\nvisit the award-winning Arkansas State Veterans Cemetery one mile north\n\n\n\n\n\nBirdeye Gravel is a two-day festival that combines and showcases everything unique about being in the Arkansas Delta. A combination of gravel riding\, music\, camping\, local food\, southern hospitality\, and a little bit of everything in between. This is a weekend you don’t want to miss. \n\n\nRead about last year’s festival by following the link below for a sneak peek of what to expect!\nhttps://arkansasoutside.com/the-inaugural-birdeye…/ 
URL:https://arkansasoutside.com/event/birdeye-gravel-festival/
LOCATION:Birdeye Farms\, 10 County Road\, Birdeye\, 72324\, United States
CATEGORIES:Cycling (Road & Mountain)
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SUMMARY:Birdeye Gravel Festival
DESCRIPTION:Rich in culture and beautiful rolling county roads\, Crowley’s Ridge in the Arkansas Delta is one of those places full of authenticity.\n\nRoutes are 75% gravel and 25% pavement\, an equal mix of farmland\, levees\, and historic gravel lanes. All routes start/end in Birdeye. The fall harvest will be wrapping up in the farmlands while the leaves will be in peak color along the ridge. \nDon’t doubt the Delta\, longer routes push 2k in elevation. No mosquitos either. \nCheck out the video here: https://youtu.be/-nIqun6wFcs?si=icSd_vLSrk0hlNnj \n\n\n\n\n\n\nFriday 11/3 \n\narrive in time for happy hour\nbiking to Birdeye is encouraged from Memphis\, Jonesboro\, and Little Rock\n\nROUTE COLLECTION\n\n\nwood oven pizza – August and Co.\nmusic – Jaxx Nassar\n\nSaturday 11/4 \n\nbreakfast & to go lunch\n16\, 26\, 56\, 76\, 100 mile rides\n\nROUTE COLLECTION\n\n\nfarm fun (yard games\, sashiko\, yoga\, skeet\, and more)\nbbq – Quessenberry Brothers\nmusic – Aaron Headley Band\n\nSunday 11/5 \n\nbreakfast & farewells\nvisit the award-winning Arkansas State Veterans Cemetery one mile north\n\n\n\n\n\nBirdeye Gravel is a two-day festival that combines and showcases everything unique about being in the Arkansas Delta. A combination of gravel riding\, music\, camping\, local food\, southern hospitality\, and a little bit of everything in between. This is a weekend you don’t want to miss. \n\n\nRead about last year’s festival by following the link below for a sneak peek of what to expect!\nhttps://arkansasoutside.com/the-inaugural-birdeye…/ 
URL:https://arkansasoutside.com/event/birdeye-gravel-festival-2/
LOCATION:Birdeye Farms\, 10 County Road\, Birdeye\, 72324\, United States
CATEGORIES:Cycling (Road & Mountain)
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