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Update on Mena Trail Project
Lining up so many government agencies and private partners takes time. The trails project near Mena, Arkansas is moving forward but at a slow pace. Some of the players include
Man Sentenced for Illegally Guiding Hikers at Buffalo National River
Harrison, Arkansas – On March 7, 2023, Mr. Jeffrey Johnson, was sentenced to two years
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Update on Mena Trail Project
Lining up so many government agencies and private partners takes time. The trails project near Mena, Arkansas is moving forward but at a slow pace. Some of the players include Federal, State, and City land agencies plus a couple of private foundations. Still, the movement is forward and the next phase starts on March 24, 2023, and runs until April 24, 2023. During this one-month period, the public has the opportunity to make comments within the scope of the project. According to the US Forest Service, “[this] will help identify issues that will be used to focus the analysis of
Update on Mena Trail Project
Lining up so many government agencies and private partners takes time. The trails project near Mena, Arkansas is moving forward but at a slow pace. Some of the players include Federal, State, and City land agencies plus a couple of private foundations. Still, the movement is forward and the next phase starts on March 24, 2023, and runs until April 24, 2023. During this one-month period, the public has the opportunity to make comments within the scope of the project. According to the US Forest Service, “[this] will help identify issues that will be used to focus the analysis of
Spring Rides at Camp Robinson
Spring in Arkansas is one of the best times of the year to get out into the woods. We’ve already seen the Redbuds blooming and the Dogwoods will be popping
Support for Legislation Designed to Improve Outdoor Recreation Opportunities
First-of-its-kind bipartisan policy package focuses on upgrading and expanding sustainable outdoor recreation on public lands and waters. Washington, D.C. (March 17, 2023) — This week, Sen. Joe Manchin (D-WV) and Sen. John
Spring Rides at Camp Robinson
Spring in Arkansas is one of the best times of the year to get out into the woods. We’ve already seen the Redbuds blooming and the Dogwoods will be popping
Support for Legislation Designed to Improve Outdoor Recreation Opportunities
First-of-its-kind bipartisan policy package focuses on upgrading and expanding sustainable outdoor recreation on public lands and waters. Washington, D.C. (March 17, 2023) — This week, Sen. Joe Manchin (D-WV) and Sen. John
Climbing
Arkansas Climbers Festival – Get Started or Get Better
Whenever I think of rock climbing I always remember a t-shirt I saw maybe 30 years ago, “Climbing is hard, but it’s easier than growing up.” It’s strange, the things
Entrepreneur Launches Rock Climbing Product with UA Startup Incubator Support
FAYETTEVILLE, ARK — Pedro Somarriba, the founder of Lacaida Ropes, launched his initial line of metered climbing ropes in June thanks to the mentorship and training he received through the
LIVSN Designs Partners with Arkansas Cinema Society for Outdoor Film Series
First Up: Rock Climbing Documentary “The 24” on June 10 in Bentonville BENTONVILLE – Arkansas Cinema Society (ACS) returns to Thaden School in Bentonville on Friday, June 10th for an Arkansas
Hiking & Backpacking
Bagging Some Waterfalls – A Winter Trip
Arkansas is a waterfall-rich environment. After a bit of rainfall, the creeks rise and the waterfalls appear. Some are easily accessible from the side of a road and a few
First Day Hikes – Arkansas State Parks
Arkansas State Parks will once again be celebrating the new year with First Day Hikes. These hikes provide a means for individuals and families to welcome the coming year in
New Amenities Open at Devil’s Den State Park
(WEST FORK, Ark.) – Devil’s Den State Park hosted an open house of its new Devil’s Racetrack Trailhead, parking area, restrooms, and campground today. The Devil’s Racetrack Trail is part
Paddling
Your Favorite Arkansas Rivers
The river system in Arkansas is extensive and includes several major rivers, as well as numerous smaller streams and tributaries. The largest river in Arkansas is the Mississippi River, which
Arkansas Hosts Initiative Inspiring Nationwide Paddlesport Recreation with the Formation of a Formal Trade Coalition
More than 40 industry manufacturing leaders geared up for future collaboration BENTONVILLE, Ark. (February 16, 2023) – A leadership summit that attracted 42 leaders of 30 paddlesport brands and manufacturers
Winter Water Safety
With the recent rains, we’ve seen an increase in social media posts involving floating on swelling streams throughout Arkansas. Winter can be a great time to be on the water
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