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NWACC Launches New Trail Technician Program
Bentonville, Ark. (December 4, 2023) – Northwest Arkansas Community College (NWACC) recently received approval from the Arkansas Legislative Council and Arkansas Higher Education Coordinating Board to offer a new Trail
Bipartisan EXPLORE Act introduced in U.S. House of Representatives
Congressman Bruce Westerman (AR-R) and Congressman Raúl Grijalva (D-AZ) introduce the Expanding Public Lands Outdoor
NWACC Launches New Trail Technician Program
Bipartisan EXPLORE Act introduced in U.S. House of Representatives
New Visitor Center and Trails at Pinnacle Mountain State Park
Blanchard Springs Caverns Closing for the Winter Season
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NWACC Launches New Trail Technician Program
Bentonville, Ark. (December 4, 2023) – Northwest Arkansas Community College (NWACC) recently received approval from the Arkansas Legislative Council and Arkansas Higher Education Coordinating Board to offer a new Trail Technician program in the fall of 2024 and further renovate the college’s previous physical plant into a trail construction lab. Earlier this year, the NWACC Foundation received an $8 million grant from the Walton Family Charitable Support Foundation to support the creation of the trails program and facility renovation. “NWACC’s Trail Technician program exemplifies the college’s commitment to providing relevant, career-focused education that meets the needs of our community,” said
NWACC Launches New Trail Technician Program
Bentonville, Ark. (December 4, 2023) – Northwest Arkansas Community College (NWACC) recently received approval from the Arkansas Legislative Council and Arkansas Higher Education Coordinating Board to offer a new Trail Technician program in the fall of 2024 and further renovate the college’s previous physical plant into a trail construction lab. Earlier this year, the NWACC Foundation received an $8 million grant from the Walton Family Charitable Support Foundation to support the creation of the trails program and facility renovation. “NWACC’s Trail Technician program exemplifies the college’s commitment to providing relevant, career-focused education that meets the needs of our community,” said
The Annual Shopping Trip to Searcy County
Driving up Highway 65 from Little Rock on a brisk December morning, a light fog is slowly lifting as we enter the foothills of the Ozark Mountains the modernized version
Bipartisan EXPLORE Act introduced in U.S. House of Representatives
Congressman Bruce Westerman (AR-R) and Congressman Raúl Grijalva (D-AZ) introduce the Expanding Public Lands Outdoor Recreation Experiences (EXPLORE) Act. The U.S. House of Representatives announced the introduction of the EXPLORE
The Annual Shopping Trip to Searcy County
Driving up Highway 65 from Little Rock on a brisk December morning, a light fog is slowly lifting as we enter the foothills of the Ozark Mountains the modernized version
Bipartisan EXPLORE Act introduced in U.S. House of Representatives
Congressman Bruce Westerman (AR-R) and Congressman Raúl Grijalva (D-AZ) introduce the Expanding Public Lands Outdoor Recreation Experiences (EXPLORE) Act. The U.S. House of Representatives announced the introduction of the EXPLORE
Climbing
Climbing Advocacy Groups Speak Out About NPS and USFS Proposals
Last week, information and links to proposals to manage climbing access in Wilderness Areas controlled by the National Park Service and US Forest Service were posted on ArkansasOutside.com. Since then
USDA Forest Service and National Park Service seek public input on for managing climbing
WASHINGTON, November 16, 2023 – The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Forest Service and the Department of the Interior’s National Park Service (NPS) are seeking public input on proposed guidance that
American Scholastic Climbing League Comes to Arkansas
You may have heard of the National Interscholastic Cycling Association (NICA) which has worked for years to develop interscholastic mountain biking programs for student-athletes across the United States. Now the
Hiking & Backpacking
Former Park Ranger to Speak on Hiking the Ozarks and Buffalo National River
Kevin Middleton will be the featured speaker on Tuesday, December 12, 2023, at the south campus of North Arkansas College. Mr. Middleton’s presentation will be located in Room M145 and
Early Fall Hike at Pinnacle Mountain State Park – Photo Essay
“Climb the mountains and get their good tidings. Nature’s peace will flow into you as sunshine flows into trees. The winds will blow their own freshness into you, and the
Our Favorite Arkansas Trails for Fall Color
It’s that time of year. Social media is blowing up with questions about where to go to experience the best fall color in Arkansas. Before the pictures start showing up
Paddling
AGFC, Bradley County Build New Boat Ramp on Saline River
Anglers and boaters in south Arkansas now have convenient access to the Saline River just south of Warren thanks to the completion of an improved concrete boat ramp by Bradley
Updated (11/08/23) Buffalo National River Announces Canoe & Kayak Rental with Transportation Services Concession Business Opportunity Application Process Open
UPDATE: According to information obtained by Bill Bowden of the Arkansas Democrat-Gazette, there is no proposed change in the number of concessionaires providing shuttle services on the Buffalo National River.
Eddyline Kayaks Relocates Headquarters to Siloam Springs
SILOAM SPRINGS, Ark. (Oct. 6, 2023) – Eddyline Kayaks, an innovative paddlesports brand founded in 1971, is moving its headquarters from Washington State to Northwest Arkansas, company officials have announced.
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