Spring 2026 Ozone Workday
2026-02-28
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.
There 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.
Sign Up Here
Chris Adams will be sending more specific information to everyone that signed up when we get closer to Feb 28.

2026 OHTA Rendezvous
2026-04-24 - 2026-04-26 | Tyler Bend Campground, 170 Ranger Road, St. Joe, AR, 72675
Location: Tyler Bend Campground
Friday through Sunday, April 24 thru 26, 2026
No fee for tent only camping in the following group sites: G1, G2, G3 (no electricity)
Check in time on Friday, April 24: 1 p.m.
Check out time on Sunday, April 26: 12 p.m.
Pavilion reserved for Saturday, April 25 from 6 a.m. to 10 p.m. (group shelter has electricity)
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.
OHTA 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!
OHTA’s annual meeting will be held after Saturday evening’s meal, and the winners of the 2026 election of Board candidates will be announced.
There 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!
Tyler Bend Campground amenities

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.

IMPORTANT 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
