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April
Ozark Highlands Trail Backpacking
One of the Top 10 hiking trails in the country, the 165-Ozark Highland Trail spans beautiful Ozark hardwood and pine forests in northwest Arkansas. For this excursion, we will backpack 13 miles from Chancel to Ft. Douglas Trailhead, through the Hurricane Creek Wilderness Area. This is a moderate-to-difficult level trip with overnight camping. Physical fitness is a must. Transportation included. Bring your own meals and water. Major gear available for rent. Gear lists and meal planning help are available. Register by April 18. Outdoor Initiatives 874-2939
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| Age: | 15 yrs. and up (15-17 yrs. with an adult) |
| Date: | April 21-22 |
| Time: | Sat., 7 a.m.-Sun., 6 p.m. |
| Fee: | $50/Person |
May
Eye of the Needle Hike
Hike through the Ozarks most rugged canyon to this iconic spot located in the Ponca Wilderness at the Buffalo National River. This is an advanced hike, traversing difficult terrain, involving scrambling up steep inclines and over large boulders, so physical fitness is a must! The total distance covered is 5 miles on this trek. Transportation provided. Bring your own lunch, snacks and water. Day Packs available for rent. Register by May 11.
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| Age: | 15 yrs. and up |
| Date: | May 12 |
| Time: | Fri., 8 a.m.-Sun., 6 p.m. |
| Fee: | $15/Person |
Giboney Cave Tours
Explore the myths, facts, and history of Giboney Cave at Doling Park. Shoes will get muddy on Walking Tours. Cavers will get very muddy and wet on the in-depth Tunnel Tours. Bring your own headlamp or flashlight, if you have one. Dates are subject to weather and bat activity. Register by Fri. prior to each tour date.
| Age: | 6 yrs. and up |
| Date: | May 5, June 2, July 7, Aug. 4 |
| Time: | Sat., 1,2 and 3 p.m. (tunnel). |
| Fee: | Walking Tour: $4/Person, $12/Family of 4 Tunnel Tour: $6/Person, $20/Family of 4 |
Grand Canyon National Park Extended Trip
Check this Bucket List Adventure off your list as we take you to one of the largest canyons on the planet. Spend the first 3 days camping at the less frequented N. Rim, followed by 2 days camping at the S. Rim. Daily hikes will Include iconic trails such as the N. Kaibab and Bright Angel Trail. All transportation, lodging, and entrance fees Included. Major gear available for rent. Suggested gear Lists and meal planning help available. Register by May 16.
| Age: | 18 yrs. and up |
| Date: | May 26-June 2 |
| Time: | Sat., 6 a.m.-Sat. 5 p.m. |
| Fee: | $600 (add $100 for a single occupancy room) |
June
Giboney Cave Tours
Explore the myths, facts, and history of Giboney Cave at Doling Park. Shoes will get muddy on Walking Tours. Cavers will get very muddy and wet on the in-depth Tunnel Tours. Bring your own headlamp or flashlight, if you have one. Dates are subject to weather and bat activity. Register by Fri. prior to each tour date.
| Age: | 6 yrs. and up |
| Date: | May 5, June 2, July 7, Aug. 4 |
| Time: | Sat., 1,2 and 3 p.m. (tunnel). |
| Fee: | Walking Tour: $4/Person, $12/Family of 4 Tunnel Tour: $6/Person, $20/Family of 4 |
Adventure Days
If you are ages 11-14 and like all kinds of outdoor adventure, these day trips are for you! Each day will be packed full of different outdoor activities that include hiking, cave crawling, paddle-boarding, canoeing, and kayaking. Sign up for one day, or for the ultimate adventure, all four! . Register by two days prior to each program.
Online Registration
| Age: | 11-14 yrs. | |
| Dates: |
June 13: Hide-out Hollow Hike June 27: Indian Rock House Hike & Cave Crawl July 5: 417 Paddle Skills Day July 11: Floading the Buffalo River |
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| Time: | Wed. & Thurs., 8 a.m.-5 p.m. | |
| Fee: | $30/Class | |
Mulberry Paddle Trip
Beautiful Ozark Mountain scenery, turquoise waters, and adventurous rapids are but a few things that you will experience on this intermediate paddle trip. Previous paddling experience required. Transportation and boat included. Major gear available for rent. Suggested gear lists and meal planning help available. Register by June 13.
Online Registration
| Age: | 15 yrs. and up (15-17 yrs. with an adult) | |
| Dates: |
June 16-17 | |
| Time: | Sat., 8 a.m.-Sun., 5 p.m. | |
| Fee: | $50/Person | |
July
Giboney Cave Tours
Explore the myths, facts, and history of Giboney Cave at Doling Park. Shoes will get muddy on Walking Tours. Cavers will get very muddy and wet on the in-depth Tunnel Tours. Bring your own headlamp or flashlight, if you have one. Dates are subject to weather and bat activity. Register by Fri. prior to each tour date.
| Age: | 6 yrs. and up |
| Date: | May 5, June 2, July 7, Aug. 4 |
| Time: | Sat., 1,2 and 3 p.m. (tunnel). |
| Fee: | Walking Tour: $4/Person, $12/Family of 4 Tunnel Tour: $6/Person, $20/Family of 4 |
Adventure Days
If you are ages 11-14 and like all kinds of outdoor adventure, these day trips are for you! Each day will be packed full of different outdoor activities that include hiking, cave crawling, paddle-boarding, canoeing, and kayaking. Sign up for one day, or for the ultimate adventure, all four! . Register by two days prior to each program.
Online Registration
| Age: | 11-14 yrs. | |
| Dates: |
June 13: Hide-out Hollow Hike June 27: Indian Rock House Hike & Cave Crawl July 5: 417 Paddle Skills Day July 11: Floading the Buffalo River |
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| Time: | Wed. & Thurs., 8 a.m.-5 p.m. | |
| Fee: | $30/Class | |
Buffalo River Paddle Trip
Astonishing views such The Narrows and Skull Bluff await you on this 19.6 trip from Mt. Hersey to Bakers Ford. Transportation and boat included. Major gear available for rent. Suggested gear lists and meal planning help available. Register by July 11.
Online Registration
| Age: | 15 yrs. and up (15-17 yrs. with an adult) | |
| Dates: |
July 14-15 | |
| Time: | Sat., 8 a.m.-Sun., 8 p.m. | |
| Fee: | $50/Person | |
August
Giboney Cave Tours
Explore the myths, facts, and history of Giboney Cave at Doling Park. Shoes will get muddy on Walking Tours. Cavers will get very muddy and wet on the in-depth Tunnel Tours. Bring your own headlamp or flashlight, if you have one. Dates are subject to weather and bat activity. Register by Fri. prior to each tour date.
| Age: | 6 yrs. and up |
| Date: | May 5, June 2, July 7, Aug. 4 |
| Time: | Sat., 1,2 and 3 p.m. (tunnel). |
| Fee: | Walking Tour: $4/Person, $12/Family of 4 Tunnel Tour: $6/Person, $20/Family of 4 |
Current River Paddle Trip
A fun and easy overnight paddle trip on the scenic Current River. Paddle 17.3 miles from Round Spring access to Two River's access. Enjoy the beauty and temperature of this spring fed river! Transportation and boat included. Major gear available for rent. Gear lists and meal planning help are available. Register by Aug. 15.
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| Age: | 15 yrs. and up |
| Date: | Aug. 18-19 |
| Time: | Sat., 9 a.m.-Sun., 6 p.m. |
| Fee: | $50/Person |