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Outdoor Fayetteville named 2023 Natural Resources Program of the Year
FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. – The City of Fayetteville was honored this week by the Arkansas Recreation and Parks Association (ARPA), which named Outdoor Fayetteville its 2023 Natural Resources Program of the

National Public Lands Day 2023
Looking for a fun and affordable way to spend the weekend? Tomorrow is National Public

Outdoor Fayetteville named 2023 Natural Resources Program of the Year

National Public Lands Day 2023

AGFC upgrades Little Rock destination with informative artwork

Outdoor Industry Celebrates Launch of American Climate Corps
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Outdoor Fayetteville named 2023 Natural Resources Program of the Year
FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. – The City of Fayetteville was honored this week by the Arkansas Recreation and Parks Association (ARPA), which named Outdoor Fayetteville its 2023 Natural Resources Program of the Year. Outdoor Fayetteville is an experiential-based program offered through the City’s Parks, Natural Resources, and Cultural Affairs Department. It is designed to offer outdoor recreation opportunities for individuals and families who may not have the equipment or experience needed to enjoy the outdoors. The City provides the equipment, instruction, and opportunity to learn a new hobby and explore some of Fayetteville’s most beautiful natural scenery. Representatives of the department were

Outdoor Fayetteville named 2023 Natural Resources Program of the Year
FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. – The City of Fayetteville was honored this week by the Arkansas Recreation and Parks Association (ARPA), which named Outdoor Fayetteville its 2023 Natural Resources Program of the Year. Outdoor Fayetteville is an experiential-based program offered through the City’s Parks, Natural Resources, and Cultural Affairs Department. It is designed to offer outdoor recreation opportunities for individuals and families who may not have the equipment or experience needed to enjoy the outdoors. The City provides the equipment, instruction, and opportunity to learn a new hobby and explore some of Fayetteville’s most beautiful natural scenery. Representatives of the department were

National Public Lands Day 2023
Looking for a fun and affordable way to spend the weekend? Tomorrow is National Public Lands Day, and the National Park Service (NPS) is offering free admission to all 400+

AGFC upgrades Little Rock destination with informative artwork
LITTLE ROCK — Hikers, cyclists, and other outdoors enthusiasts in central Arkansas may notice a few changes along their favorite path from Two Rivers Park in Little Rock to downtown

National Public Lands Day 2023
Looking for a fun and affordable way to spend the weekend? Tomorrow is National Public Lands Day, and the National Park Service (NPS) is offering free admission to all 400+

AGFC upgrades Little Rock destination with informative artwork
LITTLE ROCK — Hikers, cyclists, and other outdoors enthusiasts in central Arkansas may notice a few changes along their favorite path from Two Rivers Park in Little Rock to downtown
Climbing

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

Is Arkansas About to Become the South’s New Climbing Capital? — Access Fund
Arkansas Outside note: Mountain biking can be a gateway to more diverse outdoor activities in Arkansas. Rock climbing, paddling, backpacking, hiking, and trail running are all exciting participatory sports that

Access Fund Working to Open Up Climbing Area in Northwest Arkansas
The Arkansas Climbers Coalition, Northwest Arkansas Trailblazers, and the Access Fund Conservation Team have partnered on a project in Northwest Arkansas that will create access to a rock climbing area
Hiking & Backpacking

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

Lost Valley Hike
This article was originally published in early 2022 after a cold-weather hiking trip to Lost Valley. The area known as Lost Valley along the Buffalo National River was once a

Camp Robinson Trails, Step-by-Step (updated July 31, 2023)
Updated Access Information (July 31, 2023) You now have the opportunity to obtain or renew a yearly sportsman pass from Monday to Friday between 8 am and 8 pm. The
Paddling

WOKA Whitewater Park Near Siloam Springs Announces Opening Weekend

Cooling off in the Ouachita River
We were invited to our friend’s birthday party, which included a relaxing float on the Ouachita River from Remmel Dam to Rockport Ledge. Most of the guests chose to use

Caring for the Buffalo National River
The Buffalo National River Partners (BNRP), founded in 2007, was created by a group of local citizens who were passionate about protecting the river and its surrounding area. According to