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SUMMARY:OHTA Board of Directors Meeting
DESCRIPTION: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!
URL:https://ozarkhighlandstrail.com/event/ohta-board-of-directors-meeting/
LOCATION:Fossil Cove Brewing\, 1946 N. Birch Ave.\, Fayetteville\, AR\, 72703\, United States
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240913
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240916
DTSTAMP:20260414T184748
CREATED:20240724T012005Z
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SUMMARY:OHT Maintenance Basecamp #1 - Mulberry MTN
DESCRIPTION:OHT Maintenance Basecamp #1 – Mulberry MTN \nLocation: Mulberry Mountain Campground/Mulberry Mountain Lodging & Events \nFriday\, September 13\nSaturday\, September 14\nSunday\, September 15 \nThe OHTA will be sponsoring 4 work weekends during the Fall of 2024. This will enable us to take care of some\nproblem areas\, getting the trail ready for hiking season and trail runs/events that the OHT will be hosting.\nAll 4 Base Camps will be camping events (If you want to camp- commuting each day is also an option for some). So\,\nyou can bring your camping gear- we will have several sites reserved at the campgrounds at NO cost for you. Also\,\nwe will provide BREAKFAST\, LUNCH\, DINNER for all participants. Hard hats and safety gear will be provided.\nMembers 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.\nWe need individuals to help in many ways- Loppers\, Sawyers\, Trimmers\, “Swampers” will be needed on the trail. We\ncan also use help in the camp- if you can help cook\, clean\, take care of the camp\, or shuttle volunteers to different\nlocations- that would be greatly appreciated as much as working on the trail.\nWe will begin each day of Trail Work with a meeting at 8:30am. Camping will be available on the Thursday\nevening before each Base Camp. \nClick Link below for Signup Sheet\n(email info if unable to use link) \nOHTA West Maintenance Base Camp- Mulberry Mountain (google.com) \nNote: This campground has restrooms and showers. \nMORE SPECIFIC INFORMATION WILL BE EMAILED TO PARTICIPANTS THAT HAVE SIGNED UP.
URL:https://ozarkhighlandstrail.com/event/2024-ohta-west-maintenance-basecamp/
LOCATION:Mulberry Mountain\, 4117 Mulberry Mountain Loop #9306\, Ozark\, AR\, 72949\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240928T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240928T200000
DTSTAMP:20260414T184748
CREATED:20240920T230614Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240920T230614Z
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SUMMARY:OHTA Membership Drive
DESCRIPTION:Date: Saturday 9/28Time: 5:30 – 8:00pmPlace: Pack Rat Outdoor CenterCost: $5 (goes to OHTA)\, or in-person at event.\n\nJoin 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.\n\nBrews: Norfork Brewing Co.Food Truck: La Otra Tex-Mex\n\nEach donation will include:2x beverage tickets\n1x giveaway ticket
URL:https://ozarkhighlandstrail.com/event/ohta-membership-drive/
LOCATION:Pack Rat Outdoor Center\, 209 W Sunbridge Dr.\, Fayetteville\, AR\, 72703\, United States
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20241004
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20241007
DTSTAMP:20260414T184748
CREATED:20240724T013253Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240901T173742Z
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SUMMARY:OHT Maintenance Basecamp #2 - Richland Creek
DESCRIPTION:OHT Maintenance Basecamp #2 – Richland Creek \nLocation: Richland Creek Campground in Richland Creek Recreation Area \nFriday\, October 4\nSaturday\, October 5\nSunday\, October 6 \nThe OHTA will be sponsoring 4 work weekends during the Fall of 2024. This will enable us to take care of some\nproblem areas\, getting the trail ready for hiking season and trail runs/events that the OHT will be hosting.\nAll 4 Base Camps will be camping events (If you want to camp- commuting each day is also an option for some). So\,\nyou can bring your camping gear- we will have several sites reserved at the campgrounds at NO cost for you. Also\,\nwe will provide BREAKFAST\, LUNCH\, DINNER for all participants. Hard hats and safety gear will be provided.\nMembers 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.\nWe need individuals to help in many ways- Loppers\, Sawyers\, Trimmers\, “Swampers” will be needed on the trail. We\ncan also use help in the camp- if you can help cook\, clean\, take care of the camp\, or shuttle volunteers to different\nlocations- that would be greatly appreciated as much as working on the trail.\nWe will begin each day of Trail Work with a meeting at 8:30am. Camping will be available on the Thursday\nevening before each Base Camp.\nHere are the dates and locations: Below is a form for each Base Camp. Please sign up early\, so we can get numbers\nfor each camp so we can order food and T-shirts. \nClick Link below for Signup Sheet\n(email info if unable to use link) \nOHTA Work Weekend-Richland Creek Campground (google.com) \nNote: This campground has vault toilets\, no water.\n(Thanks to East Maintenance Director Sean Prewitt\, Hot showers will be available) \nMORE SPECIFIC INFORMATION WILL BE EMAILED TO PARTICIPANTS THAT HAVE SIGNED UP
URL:https://ozarkhighlandstrail.com/event/oht-maintenance-basecamp-richland-creek/
LOCATION:Richland Creek Campground\, Campground Rd\, Witts Springs\, AR\, 72686\, United States
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20241011
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20241014
DTSTAMP:20260414T184748
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SUMMARY:OHT Maintenance Basecamp #3 - Fifty-Six
DESCRIPTION:OHT Maintenance Basecamp #3 – Fifty-Six \nLocation: Fifty-Six\, Arkansas\nCedarwoods Cabins\nThe Great Oaks Cabins \nFriday\, October 11\nSaturday\, October 12\nSunday\, October 13 \nThe OHTA will be sponsoring 4 work weekends during the Fall of 2024. This will enable us to take care of some\nproblem areas\, getting the trail ready for hiking season and trail runs/events that the OHT will be hosting.\nAll 4 Base Camps will be camping events (If you want to camp- commuting each day is also an option for some). So\,\nyou can bring your camping gear- we will have several sites reserved at the campgrounds at NO cost for you. Also\,\nwe will provide BREAKFAST\, LUNCH\, DINNER for all participants. Hard hats and safety gear will be provided.\nMembers 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.\nWe need individuals to help in many ways- Loppers\, Sawyers\, Trimmers\, “Swampers” will be needed on the trail. We\ncan also use help in the camp- if you can help cook\, clean\, take care of the camp\, or shuttle volunteers to different\nlocations- that would be greatly appreciated as much as working on the trail.\nWe will begin each day of Trail Work with a meeting at 8:30am. Camping will be available on the Thursday\nevening before each Base Camp.\nHere are the dates and locations: Below is a form for each Base Camp. Please sign up early\, so we can get numbers\nfor each camp so we can order food and T-shirts. \nClick Link below for Signup Sheet\n(email info if unable to use link)\nOHTA Basecamp-Cedarwoods Cabins (Hwy 14) (google.com) \nNote: Although this is a tenting event\, the OHTA has rented 2 cabins for bathroom/shower facilities. \nMORE SPECIFIC INFORMATION WILL BE EMAILED TO PARTICIPANTS THAT HAVE SIGNED UP.
URL:https://ozarkhighlandstrail.com/event/oht-maintenance-basecamp-fifty-six/
LOCATION:Fifty Six\, Fifty Six\, AR\, 72533\, United States
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20241019
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20241021
DTSTAMP:20260414T184748
CREATED:20240724T014100Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240901T174123Z
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SUMMARY:OHT Maintenance Basecamp #4 - Norfork
DESCRIPTION:OHT Maintenance Basecamp #4 – Norfork \nLocation: Norfork Lake (exact campground to be determined) \nSaturday\, October 19\nSunday\, October 20 \nThe OHTA will be sponsoring 4 work weekends during the Fall of 2024. This will enable us to take care of some\nproblem areas\, getting the trail ready for hiking season and trail runs/events that the OHT will be hosting.\nAll 4 Base Camps will be camping events (If you want to camp- commuting each day is also an option for some). So\,\nyou can bring your camping gear- we will have several sites reserved at the campgrounds at NO cost for you. Also\,\nwe will provide BREAKFAST\, LUNCH\, DINNER for all participants. Hard hats and safety gear will be provided.\nMembers 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.\nWe need individuals to help in many ways- Loppers\, Sawyers\, Trimmers\, “Swampers” will be needed on the trail. We\ncan also use help in the camp- if you can help cook\, clean\, take care of the camp\, or shuttle volunteers to different\nlocations- that would be greatly appreciated as much as working on the trail.\nWe will begin each day of Trail Work with a meeting at 8:30am. Camping will be available on the Thursday\nevening before each Base Camp.\nHere are the dates and locations: Below is a form for each Base Camp. Please sign up early\, so we can get numbers\nfor each camp so we can order food and T-shirts. \nClick Link below for Signup Sheet\n(email info if unable to use link) \nOHTA Work Weekend-Norfork Lake (google.com) \nNote: Basecamp at possibly Robinson Point\, Panther Bay\, or Bidwell Point. To Be Determined. \nMORE SPECIFIC INFORMATION WILL BE EMAILED TO PARTICIPANTS THAT HAVE SIGNED UP.
URL:https://ozarkhighlandstrail.com/event/oht-maintenance-basecamp-norfork/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20241026
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20241027
DTSTAMP:20260414T184748
CREATED:20241016T193840Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241016T193840Z
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SUMMARY:West OHT Work Day
DESCRIPTION: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.\n\nBetween Morgan Field TH and Herrods Creek (mm44-45) there are many trees down that will take several people.\nWest 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.\n\nThere 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.\n\nClick here to go to the signup sheet. \nTo sign up\, just follow the instructions on the page. It only takes a few seconds to do.
URL:https://ozarkhighlandstrail.com/event/west-oht-work-day/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20241102
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20241104
DTSTAMP:20260414T184748
CREATED:20240901T175049Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240901T180951Z
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SUMMARY:Hare Mountain Hike-In
DESCRIPTION:Hare Mountain Hike-In \nLocation: Hare Mountain \nSaturday November 2\nSunday November 3 \nWhat’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! \nIf 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. \nIn 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). \nCome 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.
URL:https://ozarkhighlandstrail.com/event/hare-mountain-hike-in/
LOCATION:Hare Mountain
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250201T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250201T180000
DTSTAMP:20260414T184748
CREATED:20241117T004102Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241117T004415Z
UID:4002-1738414800-1738432800@ozarkhighlandstrail.com
SUMMARY:Frost Fest Outdoor Beer Festival 2025
DESCRIPTION: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! \nFrost Fest features the best craft breweries from across the Ozarks and beyond pouring samples and talking beer. \nFrost 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. \nAll tickets include access to the festival grounds and a commemorative sampling glass for beer tasting. Food is not included in the ticket. \nThere are two ways to Frost Fest: \nEarly 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. \nGeneral Admission at 2pm\, access to all things Frost Fest. \nGet tickets here \nThis is a rain\, snow\, ice or shine event; no refunds for Frost Fest. Must be 21+ with a valid ticket and ID for entry. \nFrost Fest is brought to you by Barley\, Hops & Water
URL:https://ozarkhighlandstrail.com/event/frost-fest-outdoor-beer-festival-2025/
LOCATION:Washington County Fairgrounds\, 2463 N. McConnell Ave.\, Fayetteville\, AR\, 72703\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250315T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250315T170000
DTSTAMP:20260414T184748
CREATED:20250222T135159Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250222T140330Z
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SUMMARY:March 15 Trail Work Day
DESCRIPTION: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). \nThere 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. \nFor 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. \nFor 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. \nBelow 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. \nChancel – mm 118 (side hilling\, 2 tree rootballs) \nChancel/Boss Hollow – mm 121.5 (side hilling) \nRichland Creek area – mm 141-142 (side hilling) \nRed Bluff Road to East (Buffalo River area) – mm 190 (side hilling) \n  \nAny questions\, please contact Chris Adams (ohtmaintenance@gmail.com).
URL:https://ozarkhighlandstrail.com/event/march-15-trail-work-day/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250329
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250331
DTSTAMP:20260414T184748
CREATED:20250222T135919Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250222T135919Z
UID:4070-1743206400-1743379199@ozarkhighlandstrail.com
SUMMARY:Wilderness First Aid Course
DESCRIPTION:When: Saturday and Sunday\, March 29-30\, 2025\nWhere: Ozark Natural Science Center-Lake Fayetteville Campus \nThis 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. \nThis 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. \nAll 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. \nParticipants 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. \nAll 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. \nSuccessful 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. \nRegister Here
URL:https://ozarkhighlandstrail.com/event/wilderness-first-aid-course/
LOCATION:Ozark Natural Science Center at Lake Fayetteville\, 599 E Lakeview Dr\, Springdale\, Arkansas\, 72764
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250425
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250428
DTSTAMP:20260414T184748
CREATED:20250118T130049Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250201T150233Z
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SUMMARY:2025 OHTA Rendezvous
DESCRIPTION:Location: TYLER BEND CAMPGROUND on the beautiful Buffalo River\nLatitude 35° 59′ 12.0001″ N – Longitude 92° 45′ 50.0000″ W \nDays and Dates: Friday through Sunday\, April 25 thru 27\, 2025 \nNo fee for tent only camping in the following group sites: G3\, G4\, G5 (no electricity)\nCheck in time on Friday\, April 25: 1 p.m.\nCheck out time on Sunday\, April 27: 12 p.m. \nPavilion reserved for Saturday\, April 26 from 6 a.m. to 10 p.m. (group shelter electric)\nSaturday evening meal and the OHTA annual meeting will be held in the Pavilion\nEvening meal served at or around 5:30 p.m.\nAnnual meeting starts at or around 7 p.m. \nChili 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 \nTyler Bend Campground:\nHiking trails galore\nBuffalo River Trail/Ozark Highlands Trail (BRT/OHT)\nTyler Bend Trail System\nOld River Trail (ORT) \nRV sites (non-electric) – some sites are currently available for reservation – others available on a first-come basis. Shower and toilet facilities onsite \nLodging options nearby\nSky Hawk Ridge\, St. Joe\, AR\nAnna’s Guest House\, Gilbert\, AR\nBuffalo River Outfitters\, St. Joe\, AR\nTriple 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)\nGilbertstore.com \nDining options nearby\nFerguson’s Store and Restaurant\nBig Springs Trading Co. \nHike On Saturday Morning and Possibly Sunday Morning\nSaturday 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\nSunday morning hike is yet to be determined \nIMPORTANT 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
URL:https://ozarkhighlandstrail.com/event/2025-ohta-rendezvous/
LOCATION:Tyler Bend Campground\, 170 Ranger Road\, St. Joe\, AR\, 72675
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250919
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250922
DTSTAMP:20260414T184748
CREATED:20250707T001140Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250707T001140Z
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SUMMARY:OHTA West Fall 2025 Basecamp
DESCRIPTION:The OHTA will be sponsoring four (4) work weekends during the Fall of 2025. This will enable us to take care of some problem areas along the trail in preparation for hiking season and trail runs/events that the OHT will be hosting. \nAll four Base Camps will be camping events—if you want to camp. Commuting each day is also an option for some. So\, if you plan to camp\, please bring your camping gear. The OHTA will have several sites reserved at the campgrounds at NO cost to you. Also\, OHTA will provide BREAKFAST\, LUNCH\, and DINNER for all participants. Water\, soda\, and tea will be available. Bring your own adult beverages. \nHard hats\, safety gear\, and maintenance implements will be provided. Members and nonmembers are welcome. Please remember to bring your lawn chairs because after the workday\, base camp becomes a social event filled with conversation\, giveaways\, and plenty of laughter while sitting around the fire with people who enjoy similar things. \nWe need individuals to help in many ways both in camp and on the trail. On the trail\, volunteers will be needed to serve as loppers\, sawyers\, trimmers\, and swampers (aka\, sawyer helpers). Or\, if you’d prefer to stay at camp and help out there\, you can help with cooking\, cleaning\, picking up around camp\, and/or with shuttling volunteers to various locations on the OHT. Whatever you choose to do\, it will be very greatly appreciated! \nEach day of trail work will begin with a meeting at 8:30 a.m. so volunteers can be informed of their assigned locations on the trail and what their tasks will entail. \nFree camping will be available on the Thursday evening for the West\, East\, and North basecamps\, and on Friday evening for the Norfork Lake basecamp. \n\nOHTA West Basecamp \nFriday\, Saturday\, Sunday – September 19\, 20\, 21\, 2025 \nMulberry Mountain Campground \n4117 Mulberry Mountain Loop #9306; Ozark\, Arkansas 72949 \n(approximately 3 miles south of the OHT’s Cherry Bend Trailhead on Highway 23) \nOHTA’s area is reserved\, and camping is open and free to all OHTA Maintenance Basecamp participants starting the afternoon of Thursday\, September 18 \nSeparate hot shower facilities for women and men available\, and the bathrooms are nice and clean \nAll food will be free \nParticipants will be responsible for providing their own adult beverages \nSign-up link: OHTA Basecamp (West) at Mulberry Mtn
URL:https://ozarkhighlandstrail.com/event/ohta-west-fall-2025-basecamp/
LOCATION:Mulberry Mountain\, 4117 Mulberry Mountain Loop #9306\, Ozark\, AR\, 72949\, United States
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251003
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251006
DTSTAMP:20260414T184748
CREATED:20250707T001555Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250707T001555Z
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SUMMARY:OHTA East Fall 2025 Basecamp
DESCRIPTION:The OHTA will be sponsoring four (4) work weekends during the Fall of 2025. This will enable us to take care of some problem areas along the trail in preparation for hiking season and trail runs/events that the OHT will be hosting. \nAll four Base Camps will be camping events—if you want to camp. Commuting each day is also an option for some. So\, if you plan to camp\, please bring your camping gear. The OHTA will have several sites reserved at the campgrounds at NO cost to you. Also\, OHTA will provide BREAKFAST\, LUNCH\, and DINNER for all participants. Water\, soda\, and tea will be available. Bring your own adult beverages. \nHard hats\, safety gear\, and maintenance implements will be provided. Members and nonmembers are welcome. Please remember to bring your lawn chairs because after the workday\, base camp becomes a social event filled with conversation\, giveaways\, and plenty of laughter while sitting around the fire with people who enjoy similar things. \nWe need individuals to help in many ways both in camp and on the trail. On the trail\, volunteers will be needed to serve as loppers\, sawyers\, trimmers\, and swampers (aka\, sawyer helpers). Or\, if you’d prefer to stay at camp and help out there\, you can help with cooking\, cleaning\, picking up around camp\, and/or with shuttling volunteers to various locations on the OHT. Whatever you choose to do\, it will be very greatly appreciated! \nEach day of trail work will begin with a meeting at 8:30 a.m. so volunteers can be informed of their assigned locations on the trail and what their tasks will entail. \nFree camping will be available on the Thursday evening for the West\, East\, and North basecamps\, and on Friday evening for the Norfork Lake basecamp. \nOHTA East Basecamp \nFriday\, Saturday\, Sunday – October 3\, 4\, 5\, 2025 \nRichland Campground in Richland Creek Recreation Area (Located in Richland Creek Wilderness on the east side—accessed by Richland Creek Road) \nOHTA’s area is reserved\, and camping is open and free to all OHTA Maintenance Basecamp participants starting the afternoon of Thursday\, October 2 \nThe campground has vault toilets and no water hookups \nOne backcountry shower with hot water will be set up for all participants by East Maintenance Director\, Sean Prewitt \nAll food will be free \nParticipants will be responsible for providing their own adult beverages \nSign-up link: OHTA Basecamp (East) at Richland Creek
URL:https://ozarkhighlandstrail.com/event/ohta-east-fall-2025-basecamp/
LOCATION:Richland Creek Campground\, Campground Rd\, Witts Springs\, AR\, 72686\, United States
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251010
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251013
DTSTAMP:20260414T184748
CREATED:20250707T001930Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250707T002632Z
UID:4148-1760054400-1760313599@ozarkhighlandstrail.com
SUMMARY:OHTA North Fall 2025 Basecamp
DESCRIPTION:The OHTA will be sponsoring four (4) work weekends during the Fall of 2025. This will enable us to take care of some problem areas along the trail in preparation for hiking season and trail runs/events that the OHT will be hosting. \nAll four Base Camps will be camping events—if you want to camp. Commuting each day is also an option for some. So\, if you plan to camp\, please bring your camping gear. The OHTA will have several sites reserved at the campgrounds at NO cost to you. Also\, OHTA will provide BREAKFAST\, LUNCH\, and DINNER for all participants. Water\, soda\, and tea will be available. Bring your own adult beverages. \nHard hats\, safety gear\, and maintenance implements will be provided. Members and nonmembers are welcome. Please remember to bring your lawn chairs because after the workday\, base camp becomes a social event filled with conversation\, giveaways\, and plenty of laughter while sitting around the fire with people who enjoy similar things. \nWe need individuals to help in many ways both in camp and on the trail. On the trail\, volunteers will be needed to serve as loppers\, sawyers\, trimmers\, and swampers (aka\, sawyer helpers). Or\, if you’d prefer to stay at camp and help out there\, you can help with cooking\, cleaning\, picking up around camp\, and/or with shuttling volunteers to various locations on the OHT. Whatever you choose to do\, it will be very greatly appreciated! \nEach day of trail work will begin with a meeting at 8:30 a.m. so volunteers can be informed of their assigned locations on the trail and what their tasks will entail. \nFree camping will be available on the Thursday evening for the West\, East\, and North basecamps\, and on Friday evening for the Norfork Lake basecamp. \nOHTA North Basecamp \nFriday\, Saturday\, Sunday – October 10\, 11\, 12\, 2025 \nWhite Oak Cabins & RV\n1655 Highway 14; Fifty Six\, Arkansas 72533 \n5 cabins and 4 RV sites (w/electricity and water) are free and open to all OHTA Maintenance Basecamp participants starting the afternoon of Thursday\, October 9 \nPlenty of space on the grounds for tent camping \nNOTE: If you would like to put dibs on one of the cabins or plan to to use one of the sites for your RV or travel trailer\, please let us know in advance at: brown.philip9@gmail.com \nSeparate hot shower facilities for women and men available\, and the bathrooms are nice and clean \nAll food will be free \nParticipants will be responsible for providing their own adult beverages \nSign-up link: OHTA Basecamp (North) at Fifty Six\, AR
URL:https://ozarkhighlandstrail.com/event/ohta-north-fall-2025-basecamp/
LOCATION:White Oak Cabins & RV\, 1655 Highway 14\, Fifty Six\, Arkansas\, 72533
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251018
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251020
DTSTAMP:20260414T184748
CREATED:20250707T002413Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250707T002413Z
UID:4150-1760745600-1760918399@ozarkhighlandstrail.com
SUMMARY:OHTA Norfork Lake Fall 2025 Basecamp
DESCRIPTION:The OHTA will be sponsoring four (4) work weekends during the Fall of 2025. This will enable us to take care of some problem areas along the trail in preparation for hiking season and trail runs/events that the OHT will be hosting. \nAll four Base Camps will be camping events—if you want to camp. Commuting each day is also an option for some. So\, if you plan to camp\, please bring your camping gear. The OHTA will have several sites reserved at the campgrounds at NO cost to you. Also\, OHTA will provide BREAKFAST\, LUNCH\, and DINNER for all participants. Water\, soda\, and tea will be available. Bring your own adult beverages. \nHard hats\, safety gear\, and maintenance implements will be provided. Members and nonmembers are welcome. Please remember to bring your lawn chairs because after the workday\, base camp becomes a social event filled with conversation\, giveaways\, and plenty of laughter while sitting around the fire with people who enjoy similar things. \nWe need individuals to help in many ways both in camp and on the trail. On the trail\, volunteers will be needed to serve as loppers\, sawyers\, trimmers\, and swampers (aka\, sawyer helpers). Or\, if you’d prefer to stay at camp and help out there\, you can help with cooking\, cleaning\, picking up around camp\, and/or with shuttling volunteers to various locations on the OHT. Whatever you choose to do\, it will be very greatly appreciated! \nEach day of trail work will begin with a meeting at 8:30 a.m. so volunteers can be informed of their assigned locations on the trail and what their tasks will entail. \nFree camping will be available on the Thursday evening for the West\, East\, and North basecamps\, and on Friday evening for the Norfork Lake basecamp. \nOHTA Norfork Lake Basecamp \nSaturday\, Sunday – October 18\,19\, 2025 \nThree Oaks Resort\n117 Three Oaks Lane\nGamaliel\, Arkansas 72537 \nCabins 7\, 8\, and 9 have been reserved \nPlenty of space on the grounds for tent camping \nThere will be toilet and shower accessibility for everyone \nCamping is free and open to all OHTA Maintenance Basecamp participants starting the afternoon of Friday\, October 17 \nAll food will be free \nParticipants will be responsible for providing their own adult beverages \nSign-up link: OHTA Basecamp (Keystone) at Norfork
URL:https://ozarkhighlandstrail.com/event/ohta-norfork-lake-fall-2025-basecamp/
LOCATION:Three Oaks Resort\, 117 Three Oaks Lane\, Gamaliel\, Arkansas\, 72537
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251101
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251103
DTSTAMP:20260414T184748
CREATED:20250906T154532Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250906T154532Z
UID:4205-1761955200-1762127999@ozarkhighlandstrail.com
SUMMARY:2025 Hare Mountain Hike-In
DESCRIPTION:Mark your calendar for Saturday and Sunday\, November 1st and 2nd if you’re interested in joining in on the celebration of OHTA’s 44th birthday at the Hare Mountain Hike-In. Access to Hare Mountain is possible by journeying east along the OHT from East Fly Gap trailhead or by heading north from Morgan Fields trailhead. It’s a hike and a celebration you do not want to miss! \nNaturally\, all are welcome to join the fun\, but please remember to bring all of your own camping supplies\, stories and tall tales to share\, and a dish for the top-of-the-mountain potluck that will be memorable and delicious! Be sure to check future editions of the OHTA Newsletter and OHTA’s social media sites because there will be more info coming as we get closer to the big event!
URL:https://ozarkhighlandstrail.com/event/2025-hare-mountain-hike-in/
LOCATION:Hare Mountain
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251206
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251207
DTSTAMP:20260414T184748
CREATED:20251105T215817Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251105T215817Z
UID:4235-1764979200-1765065599@ozarkhighlandstrail.com
SUMMARY:Matney Camp Restoration Celebration
DESCRIPTION:Several years ago\, Matney Camp was decommissioned by the Forest Service\, and since then\, time\, neglect\, and the elements have taken their toll on what was left of the camp. As some of you know\, the camp itself is accessible by a spur trail and by boat from the White River. On the OHT North map\, the camp is designated by only a ‘basic camping’ symbol. \n \nFor months\, Gordon King and a small group of recruits have devoted time to restoring Matney Camp\, but the bulk of the effort devoted to the site came from Gordon. After all this time\, the hard work everyone put into the camp has paid off—the camp is restored. \nWhat all Matney Camp will or can be used for is yet to be determined\, but three things are for sure: 1) It’s a great place for family activities\, 2) it’s a nice site for bringing in the new year\, and 3) Matney Camp will be the location of a Restoration Celebration on Saturday\, December 6\, 2025!!Here are the details: \n\nThose wanting to hike roughly three miles from Matney Knob Trailhead (MKTH) to the camp can meet at MKTH at 9:30 a.m. on Saturday\, December 6\, 2025.\nFood\, water/soft drinks\, and utensils for the celebration will be brought in from the river by Gordon King —byo adult beverages.\nThose not wanting to do the three-mile hike can be shuttled to the intersection of Matney Camp Spur Trail and Highway 341—the parking area near the intersection of the two is limited to four vehicles at the most.\nIf you want to kayak/canoe yourself and/or family/friends to the event\, you are encouraged to do so—children and fur babies are certainly welcome.\nIf you have an instrument and want to play some music\, please bring it along!\nWant to bring a board game—please do!\nThe festivities will likely end somewhere between 2 and 3 p.m.\nIf you want to turn this into an overnight backpacking event\, please bring along your camping gear as everyone is welcome to stay through the night.\nThe camp has picnic tables and an outhouse that are in very nice shape.\n\nSo we can make food and beverage plans\, please send an email to OHTA@ozarkhighlandstrail.com. Be sure to include your name and the number of folks who are coming with you—their names are optional\, but including them would be appreciated.
URL:https://ozarkhighlandstrail.com/event/matney-camp-restoration-celebration/
LOCATION:Matney Camp
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260111T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260111T160000
DTSTAMP:20260414T184748
CREATED:20260107T021529Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260107T021529Z
UID:4273-1768140000-1768147200@ozarkhighlandstrail.com
SUMMARY:Jan. 2026 Board of Directors Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Sunday\, January 11\, 2026\, 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. \nFossil Cove Brewing Company\n1946 North Birch Avenue\nFayetteville\, Arkansas 72703\nOld Tap Room (entrance is the first door on the street side of the building) \nEveryone is welcome to attend\, so we hope to see you there!
URL:https://ozarkhighlandstrail.com/event/jan-2026-board-of-directors-meeting/
LOCATION:Fossil Cove Brewing\, 1946 N. Birch Ave.\, Fayetteville\, AR\, 72703\, United States
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260228
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260301
DTSTAMP:20260414T184748
CREATED:20260121T135316Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260121T135316Z
UID:4284-1772236800-1772323199@ozarkhighlandstrail.com
SUMMARY:Spring 2026 Ozone Workday
DESCRIPTION:This Spring\, along with the trail adopters annual maintenance on their sections\, we will have a few days dedicated to taking care of a few areas along the trail.  The first work day this Spring will be on Saturday February 28\, 2026. The location will be around the Highway 21 area\, both East and West of Ozone TH. Treadwork\, building steps\, getting water off of the trail\, and taking care of an unadopted section are on the agenda. \nThere will be free camping at Bill & Donna Hignite’s cabin\, located near Ozone TH. Showers\, bathrooms available. Volunteers will be able to camp Friday night and Saturday night\, but we will only work on the trail Saturday Feb 28.  Dinner will be provided to all volunteers on Saturday evening.  Bring your own breakfast and lunch on the trail. The OHTA will provide all equipment and tools needed to work on the trail. Due to the amount of work and space at the Hignite’s\, this workday will be limited to 30 volunteers. \nSign Up Here \nChris Adams will be sending more specific information to everyone that signed up when we get closer to Feb 28.
URL:https://ozarkhighlandstrail.com/event/spring-2026-ozone-workday/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260424
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260427
DTSTAMP:20260414T184748
CREATED:20260107T022522Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260107T022522Z
UID:4275-1776988800-1777247999@ozarkhighlandstrail.com
SUMMARY:2026 OHTA Rendezvous
DESCRIPTION:Location: Tyler Bend Campground \nFriday through Sunday\, April 24 thru 26\, 2026 \nNo fee for tent only camping in the following group sites: G1\, G2\, G3 (no electricity)\nCheck in time on Friday\, April 24: 1 p.m.\nCheck out time on Sunday\, April 26: 12 p.m. \nPavilion reserved for Saturday\, April 25 from 6 a.m. to 10 p.m. (group shelter has electricity)\nSaturday evening meal and the OHTA annual meeting will be held in the Pavilion\nEvening meal served at or around 5:30 p.m.\nAnnual meeting starts at or around 7 p.m. \nOHTA members and their families and friends of all ages are welcome to join the fun and festivities! Our furry friends are welcome\, as well\, but remember\, Buffalo National River (BNR) regulations are that they must be on a leash that is no longer than 6 feet—sorry fur babes and fur parents! \nOHTA’s annual meeting will be held after Saturday evening’s meal\, and the winners of the 2026 election of Board candidates will be announced. \nThere is no charge to attend the Rendezvous\, and pitching your tent in any one of the three group camping areas reserved by OHTA is free! \nTyler Bend Campground amenities \n\nHiking trails galore\nBuffalo River Trail/Ozark Highlands Trail (BRT/OHT)\nTyler Bend Trail System\nOld River Trail (ORT)\nRV sites (non-electric) – some sites are currently available for reservation – others available on a first-come basis\nShower and toilet facilities onsite\n\nLodging options nearby \n\nSky Hawk Ridge\, St. Joe\, AR\nAnna’s Guest House\, Gilbert\, AR\nBuffalo River Outfitters\, St. Joe\, AR\nTriple 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)\nGilbertstore.com\n\nDining options nearby \n\nFerguson’s Store and Restaurant\nBig Springs Trading Co.\n\nIMPORTANT NOTICE: If your intentions are to attend\, please let us know as soon as possible so plans can be made in regard to purchasing necessary food and supplies. You can email us at: OHTA@ozarkhighlandstrail.com
URL:https://ozarkhighlandstrail.com/event/2026-ohta-rendezvous/
LOCATION:Tyler Bend Campground\, 170 Ranger Road\, St. Joe\, AR\, 72675
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