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We walk above Falling Water Road on the OHT down to Richland Cr. C.G. You’ll see waterfalls and a landslide along the way. We will carpool from the Morgan McDonald’s at 8am. Or meet us at Falling Water Falls at 10. Bring a lunch and water. P.S. – we will probably be hiking Stack Rock to Richland in the Spring. Chance to get a big section of the trail done with the group.

Roaring River hike

Day, Date:  Saturday, December 7, 2024

Name of Hike: Eagle Nest Trail Loop with options

Location:  Roaring River State Park,

Type of Hike:  Day-hike, Loop Trail

Hiking Distance:   2.75 miles

Elevation gain/loss: 465 ft

Rating:  Moderate, due to grades of more than 10% incline, possible frozen mud, slick rocks.

Features:  Wooded trail, bluffs, views of Roaring River. Optional hikes after tailgate lunch are Devil’s Kitchen trail, Deer Run to Fire Tower Trail, or just watching the trout or the trout fishermen.

Hike Leader:  Brenda Brown

Telephone & Email:  479-366-2680 (call or text) or goatlady2557@gmail.com

Meeting Place and Time:

• Meet at Hobby Lobby parking lot on North College Avenue in Fayetteville AR on Sat 7 Dec for carpooling and caravaning for an 8:45 am departure; or,
• Meet at Roaring River State Park, Eagle’s Nest Trailhead at 10:00 am (in campground, parking spot at end of campground 2)

Google Map to Trailhead:  Click on “Location” below for Google Map

Lake Wilson Family-Friendly Hike

Date:  Saturday, December 7, 2024

Name of Hike:  Family Friendly Lake Wilson Loop on the Joe Clark Trail

Meeting Place & Time:  The pavilion next to the Lake Wilson parking area for a 9:00 a.m. start.

Location: 4668 S Lake Wilson Road, Fayetteville, AR 72701

Type of Hike: Dayhike, Trail

Hiking Distance:  2.1 miles

Total Elevation Gain/Loss:  less than 200 feet

Rating:  Easy to Moderate, due to some narrow paths through rock formations, which could be challenging after a rain.

Features:  Most Ozark Society hikes are for adult hikers, but this one is for kids and families. The outing aims to introduce youngsters to the pleasures of fresh air, exercise and natural beauty, and to enjoy the company of fellow hikers. The Joe Clark Trail at Lake Wilson was created by the Ozark Society in 1995 and is easily accessed south of Fayetteville. The hike tracks the border of the lake through hardwood forest and is short enough for most young legs to handle. Leader Shari Withey will offer a short orientation. She says, “Depending on the skill level that arrives we can do a full hike around the lake which takes about 2 hours or a more simple hike to the far south side w/ a stop at the rocky creek bed for a snack break or explore up the rocky dry bed. Either way we will be done before noon, so families can get back to other activities. I want fun and success on this simple little hike so folks can get just a taste of our group offerings.”

Hike Leader:  Shari Withey, 479-442-6511 or email at willowbendgarden@aol.com

Meeting Place & Time:  The pavilion next to the Lake Wilson parking area for a 9:00 a.m. start.

Google Map to Trailhead:  Click on “Location” below for Googe Map

Comment:  Adult guardians bringing kids should make sure they have walking shoes for the rocky trail, water and snacks. Backpacks to carry or store rain gear, gloves and a jacket would be helpful. Pets aren’t allowed on Ozark Society hikes but we may encounter dogs. All kids must be accompanied by a guardian.  Participants are required to sign a liability release at the trailhead to take part in any Ozark Society outing. We look out for each other, but hikers/adult guardians are responsible for their own safety and that of kids in their charge. Everyone is welcome to hike with the OSHC, whether an Ozark Society member or not.

Let’s enjoy an evening together with a potluck and music at our Winter Gathering January 4th at Butterfield Lodge at Butterfield Trail Village. Please join us for this Ozark Society, Highlands and Sugar Creek Chapters’ Winter Holiday Party. It’s a perfect time to celebrate with friends and enjoy a delicious meal in a lovely setting.  This is a pot-luck event, so bring your favorite dish and beverage.  We’re delighted to announce that Kelly and Donna Mulhollan of Still on the Hill will be performing later in the evening. Details, directions and a map can be seen below.

What:                Ozark Society, Highlands and Sugar Creek Chapters’ Winter Party

                          (5:00 – 9:00pm)

Date:                 Saturday, January 4, 2025

Time:                 5:00 p.m. Arrive, socialize and enjoy refreshments.
6:00 p.m. Dinner begins.

                          7:00 p.m. Still on the Hill performs songs from Still a River.

Where:             Lodge at Butterfield Trail Village

                         1923 E Joyce Blvd, Fayetteville, AR 72703

Google Map to Event Location:  Click on “Location” below

What-to-Bring: This will be a pot-luck dinner with some friendly socializing before and after.  Bring a dish (hors d’oeuvres, salad, veggies, main dish, or sweets) and a beverage (alcohol is welcome).  Plates, napkins, cups and flatware will be provided. Naturally, we intend to go as green as possible; however, some stored plastic ware will be used for this event.

Contact: Chris Kline, Highlands Chapter 479-409-0394, ckline901@gmail.com or Lowell Collins, Sugar Creek Chapter lowell01@aol.com 

It’s a new year and we are back at 2nd Presbyterian for our monthly meeting. Our speaker will be announced. We will also talk about the current items we are working on and the new outings schedule for the winter and spring.

We explore a new area close to home, Goats Beard Bluff, a Nature Conservancy Area west of Benton on the Saline. It looks like there is an old access road we might be able to use to get us down to the bluff line and the river. Meet at the Chik-fil-A by Bass Pro in SW Little Rock at 8:30. Its a short drive down to the area in SW Benton. Prepare to bushwhack, so bring good boots and a lunch. Come get your New Year started with an adventure.