Investment in Trails, Walking and Biking Infrastructure Delivers Potential Economic Benefits

October 15, 2019 By Leave a Comment

New Research Finds Public Investment in Trails, Walking and Biking Infrastructure Delivers Potential Economic Benefits of $138.5 Billion Annually Rails-to-Trails Conservancy’s newest study, “Active Transportation Transforms America,” provides the nation’s most comprehensive analysis of the quantifiable health, climate, mobility and economic impacts of public investments in trails, walking, and … [Read more...]

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Rattlesnake Ridge Natural Area offers stellar views and trails

October 8, 2019 By Leave a Comment

Rattlesnake Ridge Natural Area near Little Rock not only has a cool name, but it also has a vital purpose. Natural areas are important because they protect special plant and animal habitats. “The natural areas in the state are unique, but Rattlesnake Ridge stands out because it is such a prominent feature on the landscape,“ said Mitchell Allen of The Nature Conservancy’s Arkansas Field Office. … [Read more...]

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Oz Trails Off-Road Offers Fun Both On and Off the Bike

October 3, 2019 By Leave a Comment

Second Annual mountain bike event draws 900 participants from across the U.S. The Second Annual Oz Trails Off-Road happens on October 11-13 in one of the most talked-about new mountain bike communities in America, Northwest Arkansas. From beginner riders to seasoned professionals, Epic Rides Series events celebrate the mountain communities' love of the outdoors, attracting folks from around the … [Read more...]

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Governor Hutchinson Announces Buffalo River Conservation Committee

September 23, 2019 By Leave a Comment

Governor Asa Hutchinson signed Executive Order 19-14 today establishing the Buffalo River Conservation Committee (BRCC) and announced that $2 million in state and private funds will be allocated for conservation and water quality grants within the Buffalo River Watershed. In 2016, at the direction of Governor Hutchinson, the Beautiful Buffalo River Action Committee (BBRAC) was organized to … [Read more...]

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Oz Trails Off-Road Dedicated to Women of Oz

September 13, 2019 By Leave a Comment

A community of mountain bikers in NWA whose aim is to empower women of all abilities Epic Rides dedicates their events to a person or a group of people who've made an invaluable contribution to the sport of mountain biking. Generally, these folks have been in the sport for many years, usually multiple decades, but this year's event dedication recipient for the 2nd Annual Oz Trails Off-Road, the … [Read more...]

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Your Favorite Season

September 9, 2019 By Leave a Comment

Our Reader Survey on Your Favorite Season to Get Outside in Arkansas Over the years, I've met and engaged with outdoor enthusiasts from across the country, venues like Interbike (RIP), Society of Outdoor Recreation Professionals, events like the Leadville 100 mountain bike race or the Pike's Peak Marathon, while floating the Rio Grande near Taos, New Mexico or riding some singletrack in Bend, … [Read more...]

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Pikes Peak Marathon 2019

August 29, 2019 By 1 Comment

This year the Pikes Peak Marathon and Ascent race celebrates the 60th anniversary of Arlene Pieper's historic run as the first woman to officially complete a marathon. For years, her contribution to women's running history went unnoticed. Her accomplishment was largely overlooked until 2009, the 50th anniversary of her run when Pikes Peak race organizers tracked her down. August 7, 2019, on the … [Read more...]

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Pikes Peak Ascent 2019

August 28, 2019 By Leave a Comment

Arkansans once again invaded Manitou Springs, Colorado for the Pikes Peak Marathon and Ascent weekend. Arkies have been heading west to participate in the grueling race since 1984. Some, like Bill Coffelt and the Wears, Chris and Jonathon, love the race so much that they come back year after year. A few are going for that medal for the second or third time, having missed a time cut -off or like … [Read more...]

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Experience Fayetteville awarded $2.3 million grant from Walton Family Foundation’s Personal Philanthropy Group

August 19, 2019 By Leave a Comment

Funds for cyclocross events, hiring Parkven Productions FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. (Aug. 19, 2019) — Today the Fayetteville Advertising and Promotion Commission approved for Experience Fayetteville a $2.3 million grant from the Walton Family Foundation’s Personal Philanthropy Group to host a series of cyclocross races in Fayetteville. The grant will be used to coordinate and promote a series of … [Read more...]

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Gearhead Outfitters Acquires Out-of-State Businesses

August 16, 2019 By Leave a Comment

This is big news for an Arkansas-based business. It's great to see a business with so many local ties grow beyond the boundaries of the state/region. I actually have a bike that I bought from a previous Gearhead store manager and I've ridden with Ted and watched him race at Leadville before. My youngest daughter worked for Gearhead while in high school. I should also mention that they were one of … [Read more...]

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