The 36th Annual Arkansas Big Buck Classic has been rescheduled for a February weekend due to forecasted inclement weather expected to impact Central Arkansas. The popular hunting expo and deer contest was originally scheduled for…
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Van Buren Couple Completes Arkansas State Parks Club 52 Challenge at Ozark Folk Center
Jim and Virginia Garner of Van Buren are celebrating a remarkable milestone after officially becoming the newest members of Arkansas State Parks Club 52, completing visits to all 52 Arkansas state parks. The couple, both…
Lake Conway Dam Construction and Renovation Progress to Be Highlighted at Public Meeting in Mayflower
The Arkansas Game and Fish Commission (AGFC) will host a public meeting at 7 p.m. January 27 in the Mayflower High School Cafeteria to provide landowners and anglers with an update on the ongoing Lake…
Arkansas State Parks Honors Leadership and Service at Annual Superintendents Conference
Arkansas State Parks honored outstanding leadership and teamwork last week during the annual Superintendents Conference, recognizing superintendents and park teams whose dedication and service elevated visitor experiences across the state. The event highlighted individuals and…
The Arkansas Game and Fish Commission Seeking Used Christmas Trees for “Habitat for the Holidays” Program
As holiday decorations come down across Arkansas, the Arkansas Game and Fish Commission (AGFC) is asking residents to give their real Christmas trees a second life—this time underwater. Through the annual Habitat for the Holidays…
Hot Springs Couple Completes Visits to All 52 Arkansas State Parks, Joins Club 52
Congratulations to Tom and Charla Starnes, who have officially joined the ranks of Arkansas State Parks’ most dedicated explorers! The couple recently completed visits to all 52 Arkansas State Parks, wrapping up their adventure at…
Trail Improvements at Queen Wilhelmina State Park Create New Mountain Biking Opportunities on Arkansas’ Second-Highest Peak
Arkansas State Parks celebrated the dedication of refreshed and enhanced trails at Queen Wilhelmina State Park, highlighting a renewed commitment to improving outdoor recreation access and elevating the visitor experience at one of Arkansas’s most…
Arkansas State Parks to Host Trail Dedication at Queen Wilhelmina State Park
Arkansas State Parks invites the public to attend a trail dedication celebration at Queen Wilhelmina State Park on Tuesday, November 4, 2025, at 10 a.m. The event highlights recent improvements to the park’s trail system,…
