Ozark Highlands Trail Association

2025 OHTA Rendezvous
2025-04-25 - 2025-04-27 | Tyler Bend Campground, 170 Ranger Road, St. Joe, AR, 72675
Location: TYLER BEND CAMPGROUND on the beautiful Buffalo River
Latitude 35° 59′ 12.0001″ N – Longitude 92° 45′ 50.0000″ W
Days and Dates: Friday through Sunday, April 25 thru 27, 2025
No fee for tent only camping in the following group sites: G3, G4, G5 (no electricity)
Check in time on Friday, April 25: 1 p.m.
Check out time on Sunday, April 27: 12 p.m.
Pavilion reserved for Saturday, April 26 from 6 a.m. to 10 p.m. (group shelter electric)
Saturday evening meal and the OHTA annual meeting will be held in the Pavilion
Evening meal served at or around 5:30 p.m.
Annual meeting starts at or around 7 p.m.
Chili cook-off is planned for the Saturday evening meal. If you want to try your hand at putting together a pot of goodness that will warm hearts and souls, please contact us at: brown.philip9@gmail.com. Notification deadline for being a chili cook-off participant is February 15, 2025. Pavilion where food will be served has electrical outlets, so slow cooker chili preparation is doable
Tyler Bend Campground:
Hiking trails galore
Buffalo River Trail/Ozark Highlands Trail (BRT/OHT)
Tyler Bend Trail System
Old River Trail (ORT)
RV sites (non-electric) – some sites are currently available for reservation – others available on a first-come basis. Shower and toilet facilities onsite
Lodging options nearby
Sky Hawk Ridge, St. Joe, AR
Anna’s Guest House, Gilbert, AR
Buffalo River Outfitters, St. Joe, AR
Triple D Cabin Rental, St. Joe, AR (it’s right on Hwy 65 at the intersection of Hwy 65 and Hwy 333-the road that takes you down to Sky Hawk Ridge and Anna’s Guest House)
Gilbertstore.com
Dining options nearby
Ferguson’s Store and Restaurant
Big Springs Trading Co.
Hike On Saturday Morning and Possibly Sunday Morning
Saturday morning a group of common adventurers plans to shuttle over to Gilbert and hike back to Tyler Bend—everyone’s welcome to join the hike
Sunday morning hike is yet to be determined
IMPORTANT NOTICE: If you plan to attend, please let us know as soon as possible so plans for how much food to prepare can be made. You can email us at: brown.philip9@gmail.com

Wilderness First Aid Course
2025-03-29 - 2025-03-30 | Ozark Natural Science Center at Lake Fayetteville, 599 E Lakeview Dr, Springdale, Arkansas, 72764
When: Saturday and Sunday, March 29-30, 2025
Where: Ozark Natural Science Center-Lake Fayetteville Campus
This two-day course immerses participants in essential wilderness medicine procedures, preparing individuals to take immediate action when an outdoor activity doesn’t go as planned and 911 responders are hours away. Time is split between interactive classroom sessions and hands-on field scenarios to prepare participants and help them quickly develop basic backcountry medical care skills. The course focus is on patient assessment, stabilization and emergency treatment of issues such as hypothermia and snakebites, as well as understanding when and how to attempt evacuation. Participants will emerge capable of calmly responding to a wide variety of emergency situations.
This course will be taught by Tom Burroughs, who is the head of the Washington County AR Search and Rescue team. Tom has been an emergency responder since 1990 and is an NREMT/WEMT and WildMed Instructor Trainer. Tom brings a background of many years of backcountry rescue experience and has been teaching these courses since 2006.
All participants will need to be dressed in clothing that can be stained and/or damaged, as the program is heavily hands on, and moulage will be used to promote training authenticity.
Participants will need to be prepared to be outside for many of the training hours, regardless of weather conditions, unless hazardous (storms or extreme heat or cold). Participants should bring whatever items they commonly carry on their persons in the performance of their duties, as improvisational concepts are an important aspect of this course.
All program supplies and a waterproof field guide which becomes property of the participant, provided by Ozark Safety and Rescue Educators (OSRE) as part of the program cost.
Successful completion of the entire program will result in a three year nationally recognized Wilderness First Aid Certification through Sierra Rescue International, and meets the requirements of BSA, NICA,and the American Camp Association for Wilderness First Aid Training.
Register Here

March 15 Trail Work Day
2025-03-15 09:00 - 17:00 (America/Chicago)
On Saturday March 15, the OHTA will have a trail day to address 4 problem areas that we consistently get reports on. Most of this work involves improving the tread on the trail, especially side hilling (Pulaski work).
There will be an “OHTA leader” for each of these excursions- The OHTA will provide all the tools needed for the day. Please bring work gloves, plenty of water, snacks and lunch. Each participant will also receive a special OHTA T-shirt.
For each area, we will need 6-8 volunteers. Once that is finalized, we will send you more information about the group, meeting location, and time.
For each of these areas, there will not be a lot of hiking involved, maybe about a half mile to 1 mile hike into the area that needs to be repaired.
Below are the areas on the OHT that need special help. Please click on the link of the location to sign up. More information will be sent later.
Chancel – mm 118 (side hilling, 2 tree rootballs)
Chancel/Boss Hollow – mm 121.5 (side hilling)
Richland Creek area – mm 141-142 (side hilling)
Red Bluff Road to East (Buffalo River area) – mm 190 (side hilling)

Any questions, please contact Chris Adams (ohtmaintenance@gmail.com).

Frost Fest Outdoor Beer Festival 2025
2025-02-01 13:00 - 18:00 | Washington County Fairgrounds, 2463 N. McConnell Ave., Fayetteville, AR, 72703, United States
Join us at the region’s premiere beer festival and experience a huge selection of craft breweries, live music, food trucks, vendors and frosty vibes!
Frost Fest features the best craft breweries from across the Ozarks and beyond pouring samples and talking beer.
Frost Fest is from 1-6pm on Saturday, February 1, 2025 at the Washington County Fairgrounds. Celebrate craft beer, community and winter in the Ozarks while supporting area non-profits. A portion of Frost Fest proceeds will benefit: Apple Seeds, Arkansas Brewers Guild, Arkansas Climbers Coalition and the Ozark Highlands Trail Association.
All tickets include access to the festival grounds and a commemorative sampling glass for beer tasting. Food is not included in the ticket.
There are two ways to Frost Fest:
Early Access at 1pm, limited number of tickets, fewer lines and more beers to sample. If you love craft beer, this is the ticket for you.
General Admission at 2pm, access to all things Frost Fest.
Get tickets here
This is a rain, snow, ice or shine event; no refunds for Frost Fest. Must be 21+ with a valid ticket and ID for entry.
Frost Fest is brought to you by Barley, Hops & Water

Hare Mountain Hike-In
2024-11-02 - 2024-11-03 | Hare Mountain
Hare Mountain Hike-In
Location: Hare Mountain
Saturday November 2
Sunday November 3
What’s so special about those two days? Well, the 2nd and 3rd of November are when the celebration extraordinaire of OHTA’s 43rd birthday will take place atop Hare Mountain! Remember, this is not a catered event, so be sure to bring whatever gourmet dish you choose to create for the potluck feast on Saturday evening. Also, this is not an RSVP thing because there is room galore up there for your luxury tent suite. And if you do not want to haul water up the trail to the top, there is an old water well near where we’ll be camping. Of course, if you choose that source for your drinking pleasure, don’t forget to bring some means of purification with you—you’ll be glad you did!
If you want to be a part of 2024’s special occasion, there are multiple locations from which to start your hike. However, the spot closest to where everyone will camp on Hare Mountain is the Hare Mountain/Morgan Field Trailhead (can be located on the Ozark Highlands Trail—West map available in OHTA’s online store). From there it is a mere 1.7 mile hike to the top.
In addition, presentations will be made for the winner of the Maintainer of the Year Award, Dawna Robinson Member of the Year Award, and the Trail Ranger Award (a lifetime achievement award).
Come one, come all. This is a perfect opportunity to introduce someone who is new to hiking to the spectacular beauty of the Ozark mountains and the unparalleled experience of primitive camping.

West OHT Work Day
2024-10-26
On Saturday, October 26 we will have a work day on the OHT. There are a couple of areas that NEED to be cleared before the Hare Mtn 100 Trail Race. Most of this damage is in the Western part of the OHT.

Between Morgan Field TH and Herrods Creek (mm44-45) there are many trees down that will take several people.
West Shores Lake Loop will need a full clearing job of weeds and limbs. The USFS finished sawing trees today, but that section is not in good shape. Some of it will need to be re-blazed.

There will be a couple of other areas identified by our trail runners (scouts) before the 26th. Depending on the number of volunteers, we can let you know where, when, what you are doing on Saturday the 26th. Where to meet, who is in your group, equipment needed will be relayed to you.

Click here to go to the signup sheet.
To sign up, just follow the instructions on the page. It only takes a few seconds to do.

OHT Maintenance Basecamp #4 - Norfork
2024-10-19 - 2024-10-20
OHT Maintenance Basecamp #4 – Norfork
Location: Norfork Lake (exact campground to be determined)
Saturday, October 19
Sunday, October 20
The OHTA will be sponsoring 4 work weekends during the Fall of 2024. This will enable us to take care of some
problem areas, getting the trail ready for hiking season and trail runs/events that the OHT will be hosting.
All 4 Base Camps will be camping events (If you want to camp- commuting each day is also an option for some). So,
you can bring your camping gear- we will have several sites reserved at the campgrounds at NO cost for you. Also,
we will provide BREAKFAST, LUNCH, DINNER for all participants. Hard hats and safety gear will be provided.
Members and nonmembers are welcome. Bring your lawn chairs- after the workday, this becomes a social event – sitting around the fire with people that enjoy similar things.
We need individuals to help in many ways- Loppers, Sawyers, Trimmers, “Swampers” will be needed on the trail. We
can also use help in the camp- if you can help cook, clean, take care of the camp, or shuttle volunteers to different
locations- that would be greatly appreciated as much as working on the trail.
We will begin each day of Trail Work with a meeting at 8:30am. Camping will be available on the Thursday
evening before each Base Camp.
Here are the dates and locations: Below is a form for each Base Camp. Please sign up early, so we can get numbers
for each camp so we can order food and T-shirts.
Click Link below for Signup Sheet
(email info if unable to use link)
OHTA Work Weekend-Norfork Lake (google.com)
Note: Basecamp at possibly Robinson Point, Panther Bay, or Bidwell Point. To Be Determined.
MORE SPECIFIC INFORMATION WILL BE EMAILED TO PARTICIPANTS THAT HAVE SIGNED UP.

OHT Maintenance Basecamp #3 - Fifty-Six
2024-10-11 - 2024-10-13 | Fifty Six, Fifty Six, AR, 72533, United States
OHT Maintenance Basecamp #3 – Fifty-Six
Location: Fifty-Six, Arkansas
Cedarwoods Cabins
The Great Oaks Cabins
Friday, October 11
Saturday, October 12
Sunday, October 13
The OHTA will be sponsoring 4 work weekends during the Fall of 2024. This will enable us to take care of some
problem areas, getting the trail ready for hiking season and trail runs/events that the OHT will be hosting.
All 4 Base Camps will be camping events (If you want to camp- commuting each day is also an option for some). So,
you can bring your camping gear- we will have several sites reserved at the campgrounds at NO cost for you. Also,
we will provide BREAKFAST, LUNCH, DINNER for all participants. Hard hats and safety gear will be provided.
Members and nonmembers are welcome. Bring your lawn chairs- after the workday, this becomes a social event – sitting around the fire with people that enjoy similar things.
We need individuals to help in many ways- Loppers, Sawyers, Trimmers, “Swampers” will be needed on the trail. We
can also use help in the camp- if you can help cook, clean, take care of the camp, or shuttle volunteers to different
locations- that would be greatly appreciated as much as working on the trail.
We will begin each day of Trail Work with a meeting at 8:30am. Camping will be available on the Thursday
evening before each Base Camp.
Here are the dates and locations: Below is a form for each Base Camp. Please sign up early, so we can get numbers
for each camp so we can order food and T-shirts.
Click Link below for Signup Sheet
(email info if unable to use link)
OHTA Basecamp-Cedarwoods Cabins (Hwy 14) (google.com)
Note: Although this is a tenting event, the OHTA has rented 2 cabins for bathroom/shower facilities.
MORE SPECIFIC INFORMATION WILL BE EMAILED TO PARTICIPANTS THAT HAVE SIGNED UP.

OHT Maintenance Basecamp #2 - Richland Creek
2024-10-04 - 2024-10-06 | Richland Creek Campground, Campground Rd, Witts Springs, AR, 72686, United States
OHT Maintenance Basecamp #2 – Richland Creek
Location: Richland Creek Campground in Richland Creek Recreation Area
Friday, October 4
Saturday, October 5
Sunday, October 6
The OHTA will be sponsoring 4 work weekends during the Fall of 2024. This will enable us to take care of some
problem areas, getting the trail ready for hiking season and trail runs/events that the OHT will be hosting.
All 4 Base Camps will be camping events (If you want to camp- commuting each day is also an option for some). So,
you can bring your camping gear- we will have several sites reserved at the campgrounds at NO cost for you. Also,
we will provide BREAKFAST, LUNCH, DINNER for all participants. Hard hats and safety gear will be provided.
Members and nonmembers are welcome. Bring your lawn chairs- after the workday, this becomes a social event – sitting around the fire with people that enjoy similar things.
We need individuals to help in many ways- Loppers, Sawyers, Trimmers, “Swampers” will be needed on the trail. We
can also use help in the camp- if you can help cook, clean, take care of the camp, or shuttle volunteers to different
locations- that would be greatly appreciated as much as working on the trail.
We will begin each day of Trail Work with a meeting at 8:30am. Camping will be available on the Thursday
evening before each Base Camp.
Here are the dates and locations: Below is a form for each Base Camp. Please sign up early, so we can get numbers
for each camp so we can order food and T-shirts.
Click Link below for Signup Sheet
(email info if unable to use link)
OHTA Work Weekend-Richland Creek Campground (google.com)
Note: This campground has vault toilets, no water.
(Thanks to East Maintenance Director Sean Prewitt, Hot showers will be available)
MORE SPECIFIC INFORMATION WILL BE EMAILED TO PARTICIPANTS THAT HAVE SIGNED UP

OHTA Membership Drive
2024-09-28 17:30 - 20:00 | Pack Rat Outdoor Center, 209 W Sunbridge Dr., Fayetteville, AR, 72703, United States
Date: Saturday 9/28Time: 5:30 – 8:00pmPlace: Pack Rat Outdoor CenterCost: $5 (goes to OHTA), or in-person at event.

Join us at Pack Rat Saturday, September 28 for an evening event supporting the Ozark Highlands Trail Association, sponsored by Osprey Packs! We’ll have live music, local beverages and food, and tons of Osprey gear being given away all night! Osprey will have a representative providing pack fits, so if you’re in the market for a new backpack this Fall, this is a great opportunity to get the perfect pack.

Brews: Norfork Brewing Co.Food Truck: La Otra Tex-Mex

Each donation will include:2x beverage tickets
1x giveaway ticket

OHT Maintenance Basecamp #1 - Mulberry MTN
2024-09-13 - 2024-09-15 | Mulberry Mountain, 4117 Mulberry Mountain Loop #9306, Ozark, AR, 72949, United States
OHT Maintenance Basecamp #1 – Mulberry MTN
Location: Mulberry Mountain Campground/Mulberry Mountain Lodging & Events
Friday, September 13
Saturday, September 14
Sunday, September 15
The OHTA will be sponsoring 4 work weekends during the Fall of 2024. This will enable us to take care of some
problem areas, getting the trail ready for hiking season and trail runs/events that the OHT will be hosting.
All 4 Base Camps will be camping events (If you want to camp- commuting each day is also an option for some). So,
you can bring your camping gear- we will have several sites reserved at the campgrounds at NO cost for you. Also,
we will provide BREAKFAST, LUNCH, DINNER for all participants. Hard hats and safety gear will be provided.
Members and nonmembers are welcome. Bring your lawn chairs- after the workday, this becomes a social event – sitting around the fire with people that enjoy similar things.
We need individuals to help in many ways- Loppers, Sawyers, Trimmers, “Swampers” will be needed on the trail. We
can also use help in the camp- if you can help cook, clean, take care of the camp, or shuttle volunteers to different
locations- that would be greatly appreciated as much as working on the trail.
We will begin each day of Trail Work with a meeting at 8:30am. Camping will be available on the Thursday
evening before each Base Camp.
Click Link below for Signup Sheet
(email info if unable to use link)
OHTA West Maintenance Base Camp- Mulberry Mountain (google.com)
Note: This campground has restrooms and showers.
MORE SPECIFIC INFORMATION WILL BE EMAILED TO PARTICIPANTS THAT HAVE SIGNED UP.

OHTA Board of Directors Meeting
2024-06-30 14:00 - 16:00 | Fossil Cove Brewing, 1946 N. Birch Ave., Fayetteville, AR, 72703, United States
Come one, come all to Fossil Cove Brewing Company, 1946 North Birch Avenue, Fayetteville, Arkansas, for the next meeting of the OHTA Board of Directors! The meeting is scheduled for Sunday, June 30, 2024, at 2 p.m. in the Old Tap Room at Fossil Cove. Our organization has the room reserved for two hours, if needed. Of course, you can come early and/or stay late if there is something in addition to the meeting you’d like check out. The primary focus of this meeting is the election by board members of new officers for the upcoming 2024-2025 fiscal year. Hope you can make it to the meeting! Thank you Fossil Cove for making space for us and for being so accommodating! What a great group you have, and your brews are superb!

OHTA Adopt-A-Highway Spring 2024
2024-05-25 09:00 - 12:00
In keeping true to our efforts, OHTA is launching another Adopt-A-Highway cleanup of the organization’s adopted section of Highway 23. If you would like to get out and engage in an activity that benefits your great state (provided you live in Arkansas) and the OHTA, then join us as we beautify our one mile of highway south of Cherry Bend Trailhead on the OHT. Here are the details:

Day and Time: Saturday, May 25, 2024 at 9:00 AM
Meeting Place: OHT Cherry Bend Trailhead on Highway 23
Gear to Bring: water—equipment will be supplied
Total Time Commitment: approximately 3 hours
Contact Info: Randy Soeung—randyly80@gmail.com

NOTE: If you have any questions about this very worthwhile event and/or want to let OHTA’s Adopt-A-Highway coordinator know you plan to volunteer for this month’s cleanup crew, please use the email address above to contact Randy Soeung. We hope to see you there!

2024 OHTA Rendezvous & Annual Meeting
2024-04-26 14:30 - 2024-04-28 15:00
OHTA’s 2024 Rendezvous and Annual meeting will be held April 26-28, and, as it was in 2023, this year’s extravaganza will be held at the dam on Norfork Lake. See the OHTA April 2024 newsletter for the details.

Frost Fest 2024
2024-02-03 14:00 - 19:00
Frost Fest 2024 is fast approaching, and we have received word that it is scheduled to take place on Saturday, February 3, 2024, at the Washington County Fairgrounds in Fayetteville, Arkansas. This year’s event will host over 2000 attendees, well over 50 breweries from across the region, food trucks, bands and vendors for what will be a true celebration of craft beer, art, and community. It is important to note that Frost Fest will take place regardless of the weather. In other words, it will not be canceled due to rain, snow, ice, cold, or shine. And remember, it is a BYOP* happening! Tickets are already on sale, so get yours while the gettin’ is good by clicking here.
So, you may be wondering why Frost Fest is such a big deal to the OHTA? Well, the answer is that it is an event that, since 2016, has been presented by Fossil Cove Brewing Company of Fayetteville. Fossil Cove views Frost Fest not just as a one-day outdoor beer festival but as a way of supporting organizations they believe make our region a better place to live. Well, we’re very pleased that for the second year straight, OHTA has been chosen as one of those organizations! Yes, that means all of you who have made this organization a part of your lives have been instrumental in it becoming an organization deserving recognition! So a big THANKS goes out to all of our members! Of course, we would be remiss to do anything less than shout out: THANK YOU FOSSIL COVE!!!
We hope to see you all there!
* bring your own pretzels

OHTA Aid Station @ Spirit of Syllamo 100
2023-12-09 11:00 - 17:00
The Spirit of Syllamo 100 . . . what’s that?!
Well, the answer is very simple . . . It’s a true feat of strength and determination known by many of those who are not part of the trail running culture as pure insanity! It’s like running nearly the equivalent of four marathons back to back all on the same day (or within a 34-hour window of time)! And it is run on some of the most challenging terrain the South has to offer! Yes, this is run not on paved streets but on trails, and it is actually two races in one–35 and 100 miles each!
This year’s course begins with a 35-mile loop through the epic Syllamo Mountain Bike Trail. Those running the 100-mile race will continue on from there with an ‘Out & Back’ on the North Sylamore Creek Trail and the Ozark Highlands Trail. Runners who complete both routes are True Spirits of Syllamo!!
So what’s this about needing volunteers? Simply put, Ozark Highlands Trail Association has been asked if we can come up with four to six folks–the more, the merrier–willing to run the OHTA aid station located at the main start/finish of the race at Blanchard Springs Campground and Recreation Area. Here are some details:

Day and Date: Saturday, December 9, 2023
Time: approximately 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Location: Blanchard Springs Campground and Recreation Area
Start time: 6 a.m. on Saturday, December 9, 2023\nCutoff time: 4 p.m. on Sunday, December 10, 2023
Food and water: Supplied by the event organizers
Free camping: For those who want to be there for the entire event, there is free camping for all volunteers at Blanchard Springs Campground on Friday and Saturday nights. As a volunteer, you are not obligated to stay for the entire event, but in case you’re inspired to do so, it will not cost you to stay.
Contact person: Tiffany Mallard — volunteers can contact her by email at tmallard52@gmail.com or by phone at (479) 461-9796

If this sounds like something of which you’d like to be a part, then please contact Tiffany Mallard as soon as possible. It will be a fantastic way to meet some very fine individuals, rub shoulders with some of the world’s elite long-distance trail runners, and promote the Ozark Highlands Trail!!
We hope to hear from you!

Group Hike on OHT Sylamore Section
2023-12-09 09:30 - 17:00
Trail: Ozark Highlands Trail/Sylamore Section: “Grassy Hollow” to Spring Creek Trailhead
Date: Saturday, December 9, 2023
Meeting time: 9:30 a.m. PLEASE BE PROMPT!
Meeting place: Intersection of Hwy 341/Push Mountain Road & Rand Road/FR 1118 (gravel). Rand Rd. is fairly close to (but across highway from) Moccasin Springs Trailhead. Pull off Hwy 341 onto Rand Rd. and wait there. We’ll caravan to Spring Creek TH to leave some cars and then go to “Grassy Hollow” (very limited parking) to begin the hike.
Co-Hike Leaders: Kris McMillen and Dave Weiss
Distance of hike: approx. 6-7 miles including about 2.5 miles “off-piste”! (Hey, look it up—LOL!!)
Difficulty of hike: Difficult with some bushwhacking and steep terrain
Lots of big bluffs and pretty stuff. A good time to be in the woods!

Jake Anderson of Norfork Adventure Supply has kindly offered the use of the Group Campsite at Blanchard Springs Recreation area for the weekend of Dec. 9 for anyone of us to use free. The campsite has been reserved for the trail runners who are participating in the adventure race that weekend. I am not totally sure, but I believe the shower house will be open for that weekend. There are restrooms and a big pavilion. I think it is Group Camp #1, but either way it is the first one you come to down at Blanchard Springs camping area–the one that is by the big rock cave-looking area. You’ll be sharing with the trail runners. If you want to use it, just go there–no need to inform anyone ahead of time–just tell them you are with the OHTA hikers. If you have any questions, please drop Kris an email at: krismcmillen7@gmail.com

We will need to do a car shuttle on this hike.
Non-aggressive dogs are OK to bring along on this hike; must be under voice control. Some hikers don’t allow pets riding in their cars and some don’t mind, so we’ll leave it up to you to work that out with the other hikers.
Please bring lunch, water, snacks, hiking boots/shoes, proper clothing for the temps. Bring your own first aid supplies, bug spray, sunscreen or whatever you need for the day.
We are just some experienced hiking friends who are casually meeting at a trailhead to go hiking. Hike at your own risk; everyone is responsible for their own self/well-being. No children under 15 allowed. This hike will be limited to 15 people. There will be an Ozark Highlands Trail Assoc. Liability Waiver for everyone to sign.

AFTER HIKE TAILGATE PARTY: After the hike we will stay for a while at Spring Creek TH and have a little tailgate party. Just bring some sort of snack (chips, dip, Hummus, cookies, whatever) to share, and, if you want, a drink of your choice. You will need to put your items in the cars that are left at Spring Creek TH.
All hikes are weather-permitting. If you want to be a part of this hike, please reserve your spot by emailing Kris McMillen at krismcmillen7@gmail.com or by texting her at 501-984-3774. Once you have confirmed your spot, please be sure to check your email regularly in case there are any last minute changes.
This hike is very likely to fill up quickly, so please be sure to contact Kris as soon as possible!
One last thing: The Spirit of Syllamo 100 is being run on December 9 on the same section of the OHT that participants in this hike will be using. Please be aware that you may encounter one or several of the competition’s runners, and when you do, be sure to politely give them the right of way.

December 2023 OHTA Board of Directors Meeting
2023-12-03 14:30 - 17:30
The first OHTA board meeting of the season is on the schedule, and all members (prospective members, too) of the organization are encouraged to attend. The meeting will be held in Harrison in hopes of encouraging folks from both ends of OHT’s vast expanse to attend. The event will include a potluck dinner, so everyone is encouraged to bring some sort of food item/dish. In addition, Elizabeth and Josh Granderson will be doing a presentation (please see below).
Here are the details:
Day and Date: Sunday, December 3, 2023
Time: 2:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m.
Location:

John Paul Hammerschmidt Conference Center, North Arkansas College (south campus)
1515 Pioneer Drive, Harrison, Arkansas 72601

Event Agenda:

2:30 to 3:45 – board of directors meeting
3:45 to 5:30 – potluck meal
4ish to 5ish – presentation by the Grandersons titled “Intentionally Outside: How we seek to plan our family life around outdoor experiences.”

If you have any questions about this board and membership meeting, please feel free to email Phil Brown at brown.philip9@gmail.com.
Hope to see you there!

2023 Hare Mountain Hike In
2023-11-04 - 2023-11-05 | Hare Mountain
The 2023 Hare Mountain Hike In, a celebration to commemorate the 1981 birth of the Ozark Highlands Trail Association, will be held November 4-5, 2023.
If you want to be a part of 2023’s special occasion, there are multiple locations from which to start your hike. However, the spot closest to where everyone will camp on Hare Mountain is the Hare Mountain/Morgan Field Trailhead (can be located on the Ozark Highlands Trail—West map available in OHTA’s online store). From there it is a mere 1.7 mile hike to the top.
This year’s Hike In will include a potluck dinner on Saturday evening, so please remember to bring something tasty to contribute to the feast. In addition, presentations will be made for the winner of the Maintainer of the Year Award, Dawna Robinson Member of the Year Award, and the Trail Ranger Award (a lifetime achievement award).
There is plenty of room to camp, but be sure to pack in all the water you will need. Come one, come all. This is a perfect opportunity to introduce someone who is new to hiking to the spectacular beauty of the Ozark mountains and the unparalleled experience of primitive camping.

OHT North Base Camp
2023-10-13 - 2023-10-15 | Cedarwoods Cabins, 6322 Hwy 14 N, Fifty-Six, AR, 72533, United States
This Maintenance Base Camp will enable us to take care of some problem areas from Woolum (mile 164) to Matney Knob (mile 253), getting the trail ready for hiking season and trail runs/events that the OHT will be hosting.
This Base Camp will be a camping event. So, you can bring your camping gear- we will have ONE cabin reserved at Cedarwoods Cabins for restrooms/showers. There will be space outside of the cabin for tents. Also, we will provide BREAKFAST, LUNCH, DINNER for all participants. Hard hats, equipment, and safety gear will be provided, if needed.
Members and nonmembers are welcome.
We need individuals to help in many ways- Loppers, Sawyers, Trimmers, “Swampers” will be needed on the trail. We can also use help in the camp- if you can help cook, clean, take care of the camp– that would be greatly appreciated as much as working on the trail.
We need to get numbers for each camp so we can order food and T-shirts, so please sign up on the link below. After the cutoff date (Oct 8 ), please contact us.
We will begin Trail Work on Friday October 13 at base camp at 9:00am. Camping will be available the Thursday evening before the Base Camp.
Click Link below for Sign up Sheet (email info if unable to use link)
OHT NORTH BASECAMP AT MULBERRY MOUNTAIN
Event Address:

Cedarwoods Cabins
The Great Oaks Cabins
6322 Hwy 14 N, Fifty-Six, AR 72533
1-870-757-2471

OHT East Fall Base Camp
2023-10-06 - 2023-10-08
This Maintenance Base Camp will enable us to take care of some problem areas from Ozone (mile 84.7) to Woolum (mile 164), getting the trail ready for hiking season and trail runs/events that the OHT will be hosting.
This Base Camp will be a camping event. So, you can bring your camping gear- We have sites 5 to 9 reserved. Haw Creek Recreation Area has a vault toilet. For showers, we will set up an area to hang solar shower bags. (We have 3 solar shower bags). Also, we will provide BREAKFAST, LUNCH, DINNER for all participants. We will have one of the OHTA equipment trailer at Haw Creek. Hard hats, equipment, and safety gear will be provided, if needed. Members and nonmembers are
welcome.
We need individuals to help in many ways- Loppers, Sawyers, Trimmers, “Swampers” will be needed on the trail. We can also use help in the camp- if you can help cook, clean, take care of the camp– that would be greatly appreciated as much as working on the trail.
We need to get numbers for each camp so we can order food and T-shirts, so please sign up on the link below. After the cutoff date (Oct. 1 ), please contact us.
We will begin Trail Work on Friday October 6 at base camp at 9:00am. Camping will be available the Thursday evening before the Base Camp.
Click Link below for Sign up Sheet (email info if unable to use link)
OHT EAST MAINTENANCE CAMP AT HAW CREEK RECREATION AREA
Event Address:
Haw Creek Falls Recreation Area
AR Hwy 123, Pelsor, AR
From Hagarville, take Arkansas 123 north for 14 miles. From Pelsor, take Arkansas 123 west for 12 miles
Latitude : 35.6770000
Longitude : -93.2550500
