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Tue, 26 Feb 2013 10:57:59 -0500

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Area News for 2013

Thu, 31 Jan 2013 14:53:09 -0500

The Searcy County Chamber of Commerce has just issued the 2013 calendar of events. Go to the link below for more information or find them on facebook at "Searcy County Arkansas Chamber of Commerce" for all the news that is news in Buffalo River country. The calendar will be updated on a regular basis, so check it out often.

Best ATV Riding in Arkansas, Missouri, Oklahoma, Louisiana, and mid-USA!

Sun, 30 Dec 2012 15:40:08 -0500

ATV Riding in Natural Beauty:ATV riding in all seasons is great family fun on our PRIVATE farm roads. Buffalo River country is perfect for 4x4 trails and dirt bike trails.

Flying Jam 2012

Fri, 21 Sep 2012 16:30:34 -0400

Air Show and Music Festival

Saturday October 6, 2012 expect lots of fun for the entire family in Marshall, AR .

Bluegrass, Country, and Gospel, Music will fill the airport hangar all day. Outside, you will find food tents, crafts, and plenty of interesting displays. Call Jack Treat at 870-448-4488 for more information. Also, learn more at the http://searcycountyarkansas.org/airport/2012-flying-jam.

Best Cabin Rental for Couples, Kids, Hunting, Fishing, and 4Wheelers

Fri, 2 Mar 2012 13:14:24 -0500

Voted Best Cabin by Our Guests

Buffalo National River Ozarks Mountains Family Vacation Trip Destinations

Fri, 16 Sep 2011 14:31:51 -0400

Buffalo National River Ozarks Mountains Make the Buffalo National River in the heart of the Ozark Mountains your Arkansas and Missouri vacation trip planning headquarters.

Have a Safe and Happy FOURTH of JULY

Fri, 1 Jul 2011 14:38:45 -0400

Summer time is FAMILY REUNION time at Bear Creek Log Cabins in Buffalo National River country. Families gather here from Arkansas, Missouri, Louisiana, Oklahoma, Kansas and all over the USA. Our rental cabins are great for reunion games and activites for all ages.

North Arkansas Celebrates AR Civil War

Wed, 1 Jun 2011 12:52:03 -0400

22nd annual North Arkansas Ancestor Fair: Focusing on Arkansas Civil War Sesquicentennial with speakers Russell Baker and James Johnston.

FREE genealogy swap meet. Admission: Fee on June 3 for speakers. Call 870-448-3308 for more information or visit www.ancestorfair.us

Ozarks Parade and Festival

Thu, 12 May 2011 12:41:31 -0400

Saturday, May 28 2011 come up on the mountain to Witts Springs, AR for the 24th Annual Hillbilly Daze if you like parades, good country fun, and great food. Everyone is encouraged to enter the Parade and compete for CASH Prizes! All old cars, ATVs, Horses, Floats, Bikes, Wagons, and Marching Groups are WELCOME!! Children love the special KIDS Parade and everybody has fun on the Treasure Hunt Plus there will be fried catfish, chicken strips and jojos and lots of music all day.

Ozark Mountain Market Opens

Thu, 21 Apr 2011 16:05:55 -0400

Leslie, AR Arts and Heritage Committee sponsors a local Farmers Market, Crafts Show, and open-air Music event every other Saturday throughout the Spring and Summer seasons. The Ozark Mountain Market opens this Saturday April 23, 2011 on the square in downton Leslie with a special Spring Plant Sale Call 870-504-1034 for more information.

Annual Branson World Celebration

Tue, 5 Apr 2011 14:27:24 -0400

April 1 - May 31, 2011 Branson welcomes everyone to enjoy all their American AND internationally inspired entertainment experiences. Branson theaters, restaurants and shopping venues will be representing countries from all around the world with special shows, food and music. For more information about the gala See the World in Branson events, call 417-348-1434 You can enjoy all the good things Branson MO offers while saving money and escaping from the crowds there by staying at our cabins. We're just an hour and fifteen minutes from the city center. But the nights are peaceful and quiet here.

Buffalo River ELK ARE BACK!

Wed, 23 Mar 2011 12:14:00 -0400

The wild elk have returned to our pastures big time!

They never really went away - in fact some of our guests reported seeing them all through the winter. But SPRING is a GREAT TIME for wild elk viewing from the porches of our cabins and while you go 4wheeling on our ranch. Our thanks to Lee Walsh of the SearcyCountyChamber.org for this elk photograph.

Buffalo River Visitor Centers Ready for Spring

Fri, 18 Mar 2011 13:21:06 -0400

Access to the national river is open all year. Some facilities may be closed or have limited operating hours during the winter months. But things will soon be getting into full swing again as the weather warms up.

Most visitors come to float the river by canoe, tube, or kayak. While others may choose hiking, picnicking, horseback riding, fishing, hunting, wildlife viewing, visiting historic districts, and bird-watching. Whether you prefer being on the river, exploring other areas of the park, or attending ranger lead programs, you can always find something to your liking. You can contact the Buffalo National River Park personnel at the following phone numbers:

Tyler Bend Visitor Center
(870) 439-2502.

Buffalo Point Ranger Station
(870) 449-4311.

Pruitt Ranger Station
(870) 446-5373.

Blanchard Springs Caverns Underground Concert

Mon, 7 Mar 2011 13:03:31 -0500

Celtic folk songs and instrumental music will fill the cathedral-like atmosphere of Blanchard Springs Caverns in honor of St. Patricks Day. An elevator transports you down deep in the earth to enjoy the beauty of the cave rooms while listening to regional interpretations Celtic Classics. Matinee performances on Saturday Mar. 19 & Sunday March 20 start at 2:30 & 4:30 P.M. More information is available at 1-888-679-2859

Become a Buffalo National River VIP

Wed, 2 Mar 2011 14:00:34 -0500

VIPs (Volunteers in Parks) help support and preserve the Buffalo National River in many ways. A select number of Campground Hosts are needed each year to provide assistance to campers and other Park visitors. To become a Buffalo National River Campground Host for the upcoming season 03/15/2011-11/15/2011 call the VIP Coordinator at 870-741-5443

Wild Cave Tours

Sat, 29 Jan 2011 16:18:28 -0500

NOW through March 1, 2011 Blanchard Springs Caverns will be offering their incredible 4-hour guided trip into UNDEVELOPED portions of Blanchard Springs Caverns where the public in not usually allowed. This exciting tour ends at the spectacular Titans formations. Call 870-757-2211
or visit their website at
www.blanchardcavetours.com
for cave tour schedule and fees.

Buffalo River NPS Asking for Input

Sat, 15 Jan 2011 13:05:43 -0500

The National Park Service is seeking public and agency input for its Programmatic Environmental Assessment for Exotic Plant Management Plan proposed treatment plans. The environmental assessment will evaluate potential impacts to the natural, cultural and human environment from treatment and management activities related to the proposed action. The purpose of the project is to address the eradication of exotic and invasive plant species within the 14 parks that make up the Heartland Network, including Buffalo National River. During this scoping period, the public is welcome to identify any issues or concerns they may have with the proposed project so that they may be appropriately considered in the environmental assessment. We will post additional information about this important issue as more details become available.

Buffalo River Visitor Centers

Mon, 27 Dec 2010 12:51:06 -0500

Buffalo National River's visitor contact facilities at Tyler Bend (U.S. Highway 65) and Buffalo Point (state Highway 14) closed Friday and Saturday, Dec. 24 - 25 for the Christmas holiday and will be closed Friday and Saturday Dec. 31-Jan. 1 for the New Year holiday. Tyler Bend will resume regular operations on the Sundays following each closure. Phone (870) 439-2502 for information. Buffalo Point will resume operations on the Tuesdays following each closure. Phone (870) 449-3411 for information. Visitors are advised to call the park dispatch at (888) 692-1162 to report any emergencies.

Art Museum at Crystal Bridges

Mon, 20 Dec 2010 13:09:54 -0500

A WORLD-CLASS art collection will soon be available to NW AR visitors at Crystal Bridges near Bentonville. The Sam Walton family is providing a one of a kind cultural and educational center in the natural beauty of the scenic Arkansas Ozark Mountains. They call it Art Framed by Nature. Opening date for the new museum of 11-11-11 (November 11, 2011) will be here before we know it. We welcome the Crystal Bridges to our area and look forward to sending our visitors there. Already, along the Crystal Bridges Bike and Walking Trail, Crystal Bridges Museum has installed an observation deck that will give visitors the opportunity to watch the museum construction progress. Several months before opening the museum they will take the structure down to revert that area back to nature. For more information about the trails and the museum itself, visit the Crystal Bridges Museum website.

2011 ARKANSAS WILDLIFE Wall Calendar

Fri, 26 Nov 2010 15:52:17 -0500

Once again
premier Arkansas outdoor photographer,
Tim Ernst,
presents some of his best nature photos
in his new
2011
Arkansas Wildlife Calendar. All of his guidebooks and gorgeous nature photography books,
as well his
Arkansas Calendar are available by calling 800-838-HIKE (4453) toll-free or visiting
his website Eleven collections of Tim Ernst wilderness photographs have been published as coffee table picture books. His best-selling hiking trail guidebooks include The Ozark Highlands Trail Guide, Buffalo River Hiking Trails, Arkansas Hiking Trails, the Ouachita Trail Guide. His newest guidebooks include the Arkansas Waterfalls Guidebook, which details more than 130 great waterfalls all over the state and Arkansas Nature Lovers Guidebook.

AR Game and Fish Hunter Education in Marshall

Sat, 23 Oct 2010 11:34:15 -0400

Hunter Education Course
10/30/2010 from 8 a.m.-6 p.m.
Searcy County Fairgrounds EH Building
101 Armory in Marshall, AR
Program is FREE, but Registration is required.
Contact Sebrena 870-221-1130 for more information and to register.
Hosted by Marshall Lucky Clover 4-H Club.
Concession and lunch available.

Crazy Mountain View AR Out House Race

Fri, 22 Oct 2010 17:05:10 -0400

28th ANNUAL ARKANSAS BEAN FEST AND ARKANSAS CHAMPIONSHIP OUTHOUSE RACE
Thursday, Friday and Saturday, Oct. 28-30 Now in its 28th year, this festival is one of the most exciting and outrageous events in the Ozark Mountains. Live music on the courthouse square includes a mix of folk, bluegrass, Cajun and gospel styles. Plus, the 4th Annual “Beanie Weenie Dog Show” features all kinds of dogs competing in all kinds of contests. Don't miss the Parade of Outhouses,starting around 1 p.m. and followed by hilarious hand crafted outhouse races to determine the fastest privy in the Ozarks. Our guests always enjoy the pinto beans and prize winning cornbread Bean Fest features every year.

Branson Ducks Salute Veterans

Tue, 21 Sep 2010 16:13:19 -0400

Now thru October 31 enjoy this annual Salute to Veterans on Branson Ride The Ducks Tour! Ride through the entertainment district of Branson and out into the Ozarks!
Splash into Table Rock Lake for a fun cruise.
You can even drive the duck,
crafted from the WWII DUKW
Quack along with the Captain to Patriotic Songs Our guests and their children really enjoy riding the ducks. The Duck Dock is just an hour and a half drive from our cabins.

Air Show and Music Festival

Wed, 15 Sep 2010 13:52:29 -0400

Saturday October 3, 2010 expect lots of fun for the entire family in Marshall, AR .

Searcy County Airport
Flying Jam Music Festival
Bring your lawnchairs and enjoy the day
Admission is FREE
Parking is FREE This year, the Annual Fly-In features a mini air show with the famous Powerchutes. Bluegrass, Country, Gospel, and Patriotic Music will fill the airport hangar all day. Outside, you will find food tents, crafts, and plenty of interesting displays. Call Jack Treat at 870-448-4488 for more information.

BNR River Clean-Up

Tue, 14 Sep 2010 12:50:46 -0400

Saturday, September 25, 2010 BNR Partners is sponsoring a Buffalo River Clean-Up Event.

Trash and tire clean up efforts will focus on two sections of the Lower River: from Maumee to Highway 14 and from Hwy 14 to Rush Shuttles and canoes will be provided for the first 60 volunteers. To sign up for a canoe or shuttle contact Laura Timby at (870) 439-2968 or email at ldtimby@ritternet.com by Sept 22nd. All participants should have lunch/snacks and water, shoes for wading, work gloves, and any tools they feel like bringing to help with tire/trash removal (shovel, grabber, wire cutter, grabber, pick, rope) Mesh and trash bags will be provided when volunteers meet at 8:30 AM near Buffalo Point National Park Campground.

Artist Studio Tours in NW AR

Tue, 7 Sep 2010 14:53:31 -0400

Autumn is a great time to drive through the scenic Ozark Mountains and visit original artists in their homes and studios. Our cabins are right in the middle of TWO major annual art tours September 17 - 19, 2010!

4th Annual Ozark Mountain Artists Studio Tour includes 20 artists in Parthenon, Deer, Ponca, Jasper, Pelsor, Marble Falls, Mt. Judea, Erbie - surrounded by the scenery that's made Newton County famous. On this tour you can view and purchase fine painting, ceramics, fabric arts, woodworking, woodcuts, Pen and Ink Drawings, silver jewelry, photography, mosaics, and rustic furniture. Visit www.ozarkmountainartists.com for more information. Off the Beaten Path Studio Tour showcases creative artists in and around Mountain View, Calico Rock, Pineville, Leslie and Fox, Arkansas. Fiber arts and tapestry, sculpture, mosaic art, leather artistry, knives, pottery, wooden tops and gyroscopes, hand made brooms, jewelry, stained glass, painting, hand-made paper, folk art, old world Santas, photography, blacksmiths, flame worked glass, and candles are featured. You'll find more information and gorgeous photographs of featured artwork at www.offthebeatenpathstudiotour.com This is the best time to stay at our cabins, just south of the Buffalo National River National Park, for enjoying Ozark artists AND Ozarks Fall scenic drives on easy driving day-trips.

Arkansas Hot Air Balloon Fest

Mon, 6 Sep 2010 12:11:06 -0400

Friday, September 10, to Sunday, September 12 Harrison, AR Regional Chamber of Commerce will host the 15th Annual Arkansas Hot Air Balloon State Championship in the magnificent Ozark Mountains.

The festival will kick off on Friday evening with more than 20 balloons tethered to the ground for the exciting balloon glow. The event is FREE and will continue through Sunday with several balloon races for all to enjoy. The first balloonist to grab the ring off the pole wins the $10,000 PRIZE! Tethered balloon rides are offered for a $5 a person. Contact the Events Coordinator at 870.741.2659 or visit http://arkansasballoonfest.com/schedule-of-events.html for more information. Harrison is only 30 miles North of our vacation rental cabins.

Bass Pro Outdoor Fitness Festival

Wed, 1 Sep 2010 11:53:12 -0400

Walk, run, bike, hike, or kayak your way to better fitness! The Bass Pro Outdoor Fitness Festival starts September 10th! Friday September 10- Sunday September 12, 2010
Outdoor Days at Lake Springfield
Pre 1840s Mountain Man Rendezvous
Canoe/Kayak Races
Outdoor Skills Villages
Bass Pro Tent Village
Off-Road Activities
Boat Rides and MORE Kid-Friendly FUN Lake Springfield is located at 2312 S. Kissick Road in Springfield, MO. Admission is Free, but advanced registration is required. For more information or to register, e-mail: mjohnson@spring fieldmo.gov Our guests love visiting Bass Pro Shop when they stay at our cabins. It's just a short scenic drive up Highway 65. But our cabin rental prices are a real bargain compared to Branson lodging!

Buffalo River Featured On Radio

Tue, 24 Aug 2010 15:41:29 -0400

Radio KLAZ 105.9 FM a 100,000 WATT FM RADIO STATION WITH STUDIOS IN HOT SPRINGS is featuring Bear Creek Log Cabins as a great lodging choice for a Fall Buffalo River Getaway. Every Wednesday and Thursday for six weeks, starting August 25, 2010, KLAZ will air special programs about Buffalo River country events and outdoor activities like float trips, fishing, hiking and four-wheeling. Radio listeners in Hot Springs, Conway, Little Rock and throughout Central and South Arkansas can win mini-vacation packages of discounts on restaurant dining, canoe rentals, entertainment and lodging, including a $50 GIFT CERTIFICATE towards a two-night stay at any of our cabins. We're just an easy 2 1/2 hour drive from Hot Springs. So, tune in to 105.9 FM or listen to their mix of top 40 hits from the 80's...90's...and TODAY streaming live at www.klaz.com and win discounts for your Fall Getaway.

Antique Auto Festival in Eureka Springs

Tue, 17 Aug 2010 15:29:53 -0400

Antique automobiles will be on display and on parade through downtown Eureka Springs on September 10 - 11, 2010 PLUS an action-packed re-enactment of the very first bank robbery ever committed using a car for the getaway. The 1922 Bank Robbery Re-enactment provides the highlight of this Antique Automobile Festival 40th Anniversary Celebration. Our cabins are barely over an hour from downtown Eureka Springs. Close enough to enjoy all the fun, at MUCH LOWER PRICES than any Eureka AR or Branson MO area lodging.

Cabins for Rent in Arkansas ONLINE Reservations

Tue, 10 Aug 2010 15:34:17 -0400

We're experimenting with offering ONLINE RESERVATIONS for our NW Arkansas rental cabins. Look for this button on our webpages:

With that new button, you'll be able to make a reservation for any of our cabins you choose with just a click of your mouse. It's QUICK!
It was so EASY!
I loved it!
That's what our guests are saying.

Buffalo National River Featured on ABC News

Wed, 4 Aug 2010 15:10:07 -0400

Buffalo National River is becoming one of the most popular National Parks in America. On August 2, 2010 ABCNews featured this area on its Weekend Window program. We agree, Buffalo River is a great vacation spot to visit in the USA. You can view the buffalo river video here. Our rental cabins are just South of Grinders Ferry canoe launch - a great place to swim, fish, or start your own float trip.

Relaxing Massage Right in Your Own Cozy Log Cabin - Better Than Any Day Spa

Tue, 20 Jul 2010 16:31:55 -0400

Relaxing Massage: NOW you can have a relaxing massage, deep tissue massages, or therapeutic massages when you stay in any of our cabins.

Buffalo River: Best in the Ozarks

Tue, 13 Jul 2010 16:10:22 -0400

Springfield News-Leader staff recently named a float trip down the Buffalo River as their favorite summer outdoor activity. Other favorite rivers, lakes and parks in the region include Roaring River State Park, as well as the Current River east of Springfield Missouri and Table Rock Lake near the AR/MO border. Dogwood Canyon,south of Branson MO, made the list of favorites - along with Lake of the Ozarks. But the Buffalo National River is their Number 1 GREAT Vacation Getaway Destination, especially for outdoor photography. We have to agree! You just can't beat canoeing or rafting down the Bufflo for taking great nature photographs. You can read the whole article at http://www.news-leader.com/article/20100711/COLUMNISTS28/7110312/ Staff+love+of+Ozarks+apparent+in+list+of+favorite+placesm

Ozark National Forest Off-Road Riding Rules

Thu, 1 Jul 2010 12:24:59 -0400

Off Highway Vehicles (OHVs) are allowed on designated trails and routes within the Ozark National Forest, the St. Francis National Forest and the Ouachita National Forest. Currently there are ONLY four trail systems specifically designed to accomodate OHVs and ATVs in the Ozark Forrest. Roads within the Ozark National Forest closed by earthen mounds, gates, signs, or other reasonable barriers are CLOSED to four wheeling traffic. According to state law, OHVs are generally NOT allowed on county or state roads. For information on 4-wheeling within the National Forest boundaries, visit http://www.aokforests.com/ and check out the official Off-Highway Vehicle Fact Sheet. Our guests don't ever have to worry about finding a place to ride atv trails or enjoy their OHVs. Anyone staying at our cabins can 4 wheel all they want to on our PRIVATE trails and roads.

Permalink -- click for full blog post "Kid Friendly ATV Trail Riding in Private Paradise"

Buffalo River Elk Festival

Tue, 22 Jun 2010 13:39:08 -0400

Celebrate the Return of the Elk at the 13th Annual Buffalo River Elk Festival, June 25 - 26, 2010 ONE OF THE PREMIER CRAFT FAIRS & OUTDOOR SPORTING EVENTS IN ARKANSAS

Drawing for 2010 Elk Hunt Permit is always a highpoint of the wild Elk Festival. Other features include:

OVER 100 EXHIBITORS
ARTS & CRAFTS SHOW & DEMONSTRATIONS
SPORTS SHOW
DUTCH OVEN COOK-OFF
MUSIC
GREAT GROUPS & STREET DANCE
WILDLIFE EXHIBITORS
KIDS FISHING DERBY
GREAT FOOD
LOTS OF ACTIVITIES AND FUN FOR ALL !! For more information contact
Newton County Chamber of Commerce
1-870-446-2693 or 1-870-446-2455
Email chamber@ritternet.com The Buffalo River Elk Festival is sponsored by the Jasper/Newton County Chamber of Commerce with assistance from the Arkansas Game & Fish Commission and the Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation.

Nostalgic Drive-In Movie

Tue, 15 Jun 2010 15:50:04 -0400

KENDA DRIVE IN Movie Theatre, just down the road from our vacation cabins, offers Summer Fun for families and groups of friends. Showtimes:
Friday-Tuesday 9:00 pm

Tickets: Adults (12 & up) $4
Children (6-11) Free w/parents, $2 otherwise
Children (under 6) Free Family Fun Nights
June 23 & 24
Two Nights of Movies & Fun
for Kids of All Ages
Free Admission
25 cent Hot Dogs
Phone(870)-448-5400 for more information

Silver Dollar City Kids Fest

Tue, 8 Jun 2010 13:18:23 -0400

Celebrate 50th Anniversary of Silver Dollar City Theme Park at National KIDS FEST this summer. Besides all the rides, crafts demonstrations, and family-friendly restaurants, Silver Dollar City offers lots of special SHOWS and EVENTS from June 5 - August 8 A Magic Show, an amazing performance of tricks by Stunt Dogs, and a Birthday Cake Eating Contest are just some of the highlights sure to entertain children of all ages.

Silver Dollar City

Silver Dollar City and Branson, MO are just a pleasant scenic drive from our vacation cabins and make a great day trip for grandparents and family groups, especially during National Kids Fest.

Buffalo National River Asks for Comments

Tue, 1 Jun 2010 12:35:38 -0400

National Park Service (NPS) is proposing a Facilities Improvement project to upgrade access to the river at Rush and Hasty Landings, provide parking at Spring Creek Trailhead, and improve the Lost Valley Trail. Work on an Environmental Assessment for this project includes taking public input regarding any posssible significant impacts to the natural or human environment. Anyone using the Ozark Highlands Trail, the canoe launch areas at Rush or Hasty, and the Eden Falls Cave area near Lost Valley that might have helpful input or concerns regarding these plans has until June 23, 2010 to comment. Links to full information are available at http://parkplanning.nps.gov/buff

National Junior Ranger Day

Wed, 12 May 2010 15:36:03 -0400

Buffalo National River Park Rangers will be celebrating Junior Ranger Day Saturday, May 15, 2010 Children and their families can take a walk with a ranger to learn about birds or explore the Collier Homestead and learn how pioneer families lived in the Ozarks here in the Middle District of the River. Call Tyler Bend Visitor Center(870) 449-2502 for more info about activites close to Bear Creek Log Cabins and Grinders Ferry canoe launch. Junior Ranger Day Programs will also be held in the Upper District at Lost Valley Campground 870-446-5373.and the Lower District at Buffalo Point Ranger Station 870-439-4311.

Family Fun Festival

Tue, 4 May 2010 13:11:03 -0400

Annual Hillbilly Daze Festival of Fun and Food is coming up on May 29 in Witts Springs AR, close to Buffalo National River. All day event with lots to do for the whole family:
Kids Parade
Stick Horse Rodeo
Turtle Races
Horse Shoe Contest
Arts & Crafts & Silent Auction
Burgers for Lunch
Fish Fry for Dinner Old Fashion Hillbilly Costumes WELCOME - but not required Witts Springs is just a short scenic drive, or bike ride from Bear Creek. It's the gateway to Richland Creek Wilderness Area and has some of the most beautiful views in the Ozark Mountains = perfect for hiking, backpacking, wildlife watching and wildflower viewing.

Harrison AR Crawdad Days

Tue, 27 Apr 2010 14:20:45 -0400

20th Annual Crawdad Days Music Festival brings a full weekend of activities for the whole family to the downtown square in Harrison. May 21 - 22, 2010Besides lots of great things to eat, there's plenty of things to do for children and grown ups, too: 5K race, fishing derby, kayak boat race, tennis tournament, horseshoe tournament and Crawdad eating contest. Plus country, rock-n-roll and down home MUSIC. You'll find details at CrawdadDays.com or call 870-741-2659.

Buffalo River Floating Conditions OPTIMAL

Tue, 20 Apr 2010 15:44:19 -0400

Canoers, rafters, and kayakers can now access UP TO THE MINUTE Current Floating Conditions anywhere along the Buffalo National River. Visit the NEW Water Level Map and click on a triangle for a right-now reading of what's happening in the water at that point. Conditions are color coded for
Very Low
Low
Optimum
Experienced Floaters Only
Flood Stage River level readings indicate the conditions of the river for general river recreation like canoeing, rafting, boating, kayaking, fishing, swimming, and just goofing around in the river or along the shore. Click on the triangle where the BNR crosses Highway 65 to see conditions closest to our cabins. We are just South of Grinder's Ferry Canoe Launch.

Arts Festival in Eureka Springs

Mon, 5 Apr 2010 15:43:22 -0400

Our guests always enjoy day trips to Eureka Springs to shop for original art, Ozarks crafts, and antiques. The annual May Festival of the Arts starts May 1 and runs all month long. Most events are FREE, including parades, artists exhibits, gallery strolls, crafts demonstrations, studio walks, and lots of music. You can find a complete schedule of events at www.mayfestivalofthearts.com/schedule-of-events/ We can give you directions from your cabin for the easy trip to world famous shopping in Eureka Springs, AR any time of year.

All Cavers and Spelunkers Asked to Help

Tue, 30 Mar 2010 13:13:41 -0400

The Arkansas office of the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service asks everyone to BE CAREFUL when caving and spelunking in the Buffalo National River Park area.

The USFWS recommends that cavers:

Wash all gear
Apply disinfectants
Wash AGAIN to remove the disinfectants Research has shown that Geomyces fungi (cause of white nose) can be transferred from one cave to another on gear. The National Speleological Association, and its Arkansas affiliates, are asking their members to follow USFWS protocols in cleaning gear before and after entering any caves.

Wild Elk, Even Trophy Elk, Visit Our Ranch and Rental Cabins Every Day in Spring

Mon, 22 Mar 2010 13:10:51 -0400

Wild Elk Watching: Wild elk and wildlife of all kinds visit our ranch's fields and creek. Elk,deer, bear, and wild turkey are just some of the wild life of America photographers come here to see.

Kite Festival in Ozarks

Mon, 8 Mar 2010 16:51:24 -0500

Eureka Springs, AR hosts Annual Kite Fest on March 27, 2010 from 10 AM - 4 PM. at Turpentine Creek Wildlife Refuge. This FREE family event gives everybody a chance to welcome Spring. Bring your own kite and fly it or buy one onsite. Vendors, contests, and fun activities abound. Regular admission applies to tour the Refuge. Proceeds help finance the rescue of and sanctuary for the tigers, lions, cougars, leopards and other animals housed there. For more information contact Kaleidokites at 888-836-6251, or email kaleidokites@hotmail.com. Eureka Springs is just a short pleasant drive from Bear Creek Log Cabins.

Blanchard Springs Caverns St Patrick Celebration

Mon, 1 Mar 2010 15:45:46 -0500

Mountain View hosts a Celtic music concert to start Blanchard Springs Cavern Spring season of events. Celtic in the Caverns features Celtic folk music LIVE in the Cathedral Room of Blanchard Springs Caverns. Performances at 4:30 p.m. March 13 and 2:30 and 4:30 p.m. March 14 Only 400 tickets available for this unique accoustic event! Call (888) 679-2859 or (870) 269-8068 for more information and to reserve your tickets.

Trout Fishing Guidebook Available

Tue, 26 Jan 2010 15:03:40 -0500

Arkansas Game and Fish Commission 2010 Trout Fishing Guidebook is available now for free at AGFC offices and online at http://www.agfc.com/data-facts-maps/guidebooks/troutguidebook.aspx Trout fishing is a great spring activity in this area. Several excellent trout fishing spots are within an hour's drive. The new 2010 Guidebook includes changes in the boundarys and/or regulations in the Bull Shoals catch and release area, the Bull Shoals seasonal brown trout catch and release area the Rim Shoals catch and release area (near Cotter) and the Norfork catch and release area.

Arkansas Game & FishATV Safety Guide

Sat, 2 Jan 2010 13:22:42 -0500

In Arkansas, atv operators are not required to pass any training or to be licensed in any way. 4 wheelers and offroad utility vehicles can add enjoyment to family outdoor recreation and to hunting adventures. Arkansas Game and Fish has published a basic ATV Safety for Hunters brochure. It can be viewed, downloaded, or printed out by visiting www.agfc.com/pdfs/free/atv_use_bro.pdf AGF suggests it is especially important for youngsters under 16 to learn and practice good 4 wheeling safety guidelines to avoid injury. Let's all stay safe in 2010!