https://www.nps.gov/buff News releases from Buffalo National River. en-us https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/buffalo-national-river-seeks-feedback-on-preliminary-management-strategies-in-the-development-of-the-draft-river-management-plan.htm Mon, 09 Mar 2026 09:56:00 EST Buffalo National River is preparing to launch the second step in the public planning process for an updated River Management Plan. The park is seeking a second round of civic engagement during a 30-day public comment period, open March 9 through April 10, 2026. https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/buffalo-national-river-seeks-feedback-on-preliminary-management-strategies-in-the-development-of-the-draft-river-management-plan.htm https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/prescribed-burn-scheduled-for-the-lower-wilderness-temporary-closure-announced.htm Thu, 12 Feb 2026 08:40:00 EST Temporary closures in place for a prescribed burn in the Lower Wilderness. https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/prescribed-burn-scheduled-for-the-lower-wilderness-temporary-closure-announced.htm https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/buffalo-national-river-implements-campground-changes-for-2026-season.htm Thu, 15 Jan 2026 11:08:00 EST Buffalo National River will be implementing changes to the park's reservation system in 2026. https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/buffalo-national-river-implements-campground-changes-for-2026-season.htm https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/fireworks-prohibited-at-buffalo-national-river.htm Mon, 30 Jun 2025 06:06:00 EST Fireworks are prohibited at Buffalo National River. https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/fireworks-prohibited-at-buffalo-national-river.htm https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/cave-mountain-road-temporary-closure.htm Wed, 22 Jan 2025 04:47:00 EST Newton County, in coordination with Buffalo National River, will be closing a section of Newton County Road 5, also known as Cave Mountain Road, starting Wednesday, January 22, 2025, for road improvements. https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/cave-mountain-road-temporary-closure.htm https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/flood-waters-damage-buffalo-national-river-facilities.htm Fri, 08 Nov 2024 07:48:00 EST Many roads and facilities within Buffalo National River were damaged in the heavy rains that the area experienced earlier this week. Several inches of rain fell across the watershed between November 3rd and 5th, 2024. https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/flood-waters-damage-buffalo-national-river-facilities.htm https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/buffalo-national-river-announces-canoe-kayak-rental-with-transportation-services-concession-business-opportunity-application-process-open-again.htm Thu, 07 Nov 2024 07:32:00 EST The National Park Service (NPS) has issued a prospectus soliciting proposals to provide canoe rentals and transportation (shuttle) services to visitors at Buffalo National River. The NPS intends to award twelve (12) concession contracts. The new contracts will be for a term of ten (10) years. https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/buffalo-national-river-announces-canoe-kayak-rental-with-transportation-services-concession-business-opportunity-application-process-open-again.htm https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/fire-ban-at-buffalo-national-river.htm Wed, 23 Oct 2024 16:32:00 EST Effective immediately, lighting or maintaining a fire within the boundaries of Buffalo National River is prohibited. https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/fire-ban-at-buffalo-national-river.htm https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/buffalo-national-river-issues-fire-restrictions.htm Fri, 18 Oct 2024 05:13:00 EST Due to the continued dry conditions across the Ozarks, as of October 17, 2024, fire restrictions have been put in place. https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/buffalo-national-river-issues-fire-restrictions.htm https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/buffalo-national-river-announces-the-cancellation-of-the-canoe-kayak-rental-prospectus.htm Fri, 04 Oct 2024 08:23:00 EST The National Park Service (NPS), per 36 CFR § 51.11 has cancelled Solicitation CC-BUFFXXX-25B for a Concession Business Opportunity for Canoe & Kayak Rental with Transportation (Shuttle) Services at Buffalo National River. https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/buffalo-national-river-announces-the-cancellation-of-the-canoe-kayak-rental-prospectus.htm https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/steel-creek-area-open-and-amenities-restored.htm Fri, 20 Sep 2024 05:24:00 EST A new water line has been installed at Steel Creek and all amenities have now been restored to the area. The Steel Creek Campground, launch and all restroom facilities will reopen starting on Friday, September 20, 2024.   https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/steel-creek-area-open-and-amenities-restored.htm https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/buffalo-national-river-seeks-public-comments-for-development-of-a-draft-river-management-plan.htm Fri, 16 Aug 2024 07:10:00 EST Buffalo National River is preparing to launch a public planning process for an updated river management plan and is seeking public input during a 30-day public comment period August 16 to September 15, 2024. The project, in part, is the result of feedback from the local community, landowners, and river users who have expressed a desire to plan for increasing and changing use of this beloved recreation corridor. https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/buffalo-national-river-seeks-public-comments-for-development-of-a-draft-river-management-plan.htm https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/buffalo-national-river-to-begin-restoration-of-the-lower-tyler-bend-river-access.htm Fri, 09 Aug 2024 12:59:00 EST Buffalo National River will begin renovations to the Lower Tyler Bend River Access beginning Monday August 12th, 2024. To facilitate the renovation process, the lower access will be closed for the duration of the project. https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/buffalo-national-river-to-begin-restoration-of-the-lower-tyler-bend-river-access.htm https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/buffalo-national-river-temporarily-closes-steel-creek-area-for-water-line-construction.htm Thu, 08 Aug 2024 11:01:00 EST Buffalo National River will close the Steel Creek Area starting Monday August 12th, 2024, to accommodate further construction to the Steel Creek Water line. https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/buffalo-national-river-temporarily-closes-steel-creek-area-for-water-line-construction.htm https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/buffalo-national-river-update-on-beaver-jim-villines-boyhood-home.htm Mon, 29 Jul 2024 06:50:00 EST Buffalo National River continues work on the Beaver Jim Villines' Boyhood Home. https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/buffalo-national-river-update-on-beaver-jim-villines-boyhood-home.htm https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/buffalo-national-river-intermittently-closes-steel-creek-road-for-water-line-construction.htm Fri, 26 Jul 2024 08:00:00 EST Buffalo National River will be installing a new water line to Steel Creek. https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/buffalo-national-river-intermittently-closes-steel-creek-road-for-water-line-construction.htm https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/buffalo-national-river-rehabilitates-beaver-jim-villines-boyhood-home.htm Tue, 23 Jul 2024 09:48:00 EST Buffalo National River is currently rehabilitating the Beaver Jim Villines Boyhood Home so visitors can safely view and enter the structure. https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/buffalo-national-river-rehabilitates-beaver-jim-villines-boyhood-home.htm https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/buffalo-national-river-seeks-public-comments-for-a-plan-to-improve-accessibility-to-visitors-with-disabilities.htm Fri, 28 Jun 2024 09:32:00 EST Buffalo National River is seeking comments on a draft plan that provides for more inclusive experiences for visitors with disabilities. https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/buffalo-national-river-seeks-public-comments-for-a-plan-to-improve-accessibility-to-visitors-with-disabilities.htm https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/water-outage-at-steel-creek.htm Thu, 27 Jun 2024 09:14:00 EST The water system at Steel Creek is out of order. Flush restrooms will be unavailable during this time, and the campground will not be accepting any new reservations. https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/water-outage-at-steel-creek.htm https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/drowning-at-carver-may-23-2024.htm Thu, 23 May 2024 05:02:00 EST On May 19th, 2024, a woman drowned after her kayak overturned. https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/drowning-at-carver-may-23-2024.htm https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/buffalo-national-river-announces-canoe-kayak-rental-with-transportation-services-concession-business-opportunity-application-process-open.htm Thu, 14 Mar 2024 08:16:00 EST The National Park Service has issued a prospectus soliciting proposals to provide canoe rentals and transportation (shuttle) services to visitors at Buffalo National River. The NPS intends to award twelve (12) concession contracts. https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/buffalo-national-river-announces-canoe-kayak-rental-with-transportation-services-concession-business-opportunity-application-process-open.htm https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/buffalo-national-river-prepares-for-2024-eclipse.htm Thu, 15 Feb 2024 05:30:00 EST Buffalo National River prepares for the April 8th 2024 total solar eclipse. If you are planning to experience this celestial phenomenon from within the park or in one of the surrounding communities, be sure to plan ahead and be prepared. https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/buffalo-national-river-prepares-for-2024-eclipse.htm https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/buffalo-national-river-announces-the-cancellation-of-the-canoe-kayak-rental-with-transportation-services-concession-business-opportunity.htm Mon, 11 Dec 2023 12:05:00 EST The National Park Service has cancelled Solicitation for a Concession Business Opportunity at Buffalo National River. https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/buffalo-national-river-announces-the-cancellation-of-the-canoe-kayak-rental-with-transportation-services-concession-business-opportunity.htm https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/buffalo-national-river-announces-bussiness-application-process-open.htm Mon, 06 Nov 2023 03:45:00 EST The National Park Service has issued a prospectus soliciting proposals to provide canoe rentals and transportation services to visitors at Buffalo National River. https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/buffalo-national-river-announces-bussiness-application-process-open.htm https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/buffalo-national-river-contributes-to-record-economic-output-of-the-national-park-service.htm Wed, 06 Sep 2023 08:00:00 EST The National Park Service report, 2022 National Park Visitor Spending Effects, has found that Buffalo National River contributed over $78.4 million dollars in economic output in 2022. https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/buffalo-national-river-contributes-to-record-economic-output-of-the-national-park-service.htm https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/angela-boyers-selected-as-superintendent-of-buffalo-national-river.htm Thu, 10 Aug 2023 06:15:00 EST A new superintendent has been selected for Buffalo National River. https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/angela-boyers-selected-as-superintendent-of-buffalo-national-river.htm https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/search-for-drowning-victim-concludes.htm Thu, 18 May 2023 12:22:00 EST The search for a missing man concluded on May 18th, 2023. https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/search-for-drowning-victim-concludes.htm https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/man-lost-at-grinders-ferry-buffalo-national-river.htm Wed, 17 May 2023 07:18:00 EST On May 16th, 2023, Fidel Angel Salamanca Saravia, a 39 year old male from San Miguel, El Salvador was lost in the Buffalo River. https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/man-lost-at-grinders-ferry-buffalo-national-river.htm https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/man-sentenced-for-illegally-guiding-hikers-at-buffalo-national-river.htm Wed, 15 Mar 2023 04:41:00 EST On March 7, 2023, Mr. Jeffrey Johnson, was sentenced for Illegally Guiding Hikers at Buffalo National River. https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/man-sentenced-for-illegally-guiding-hikers-at-buffalo-national-river.htm https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/lost-hiker-in-buffalo-national-river-found.htm Tue, 01 Nov 2022 10:53:00 EST Hiker missing in the Ponca Wilderness found after a multi-day search effort. https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/lost-hiker-in-buffalo-national-river-found.htm https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/buffalo-national-river-completes-second-day-of-search-for-missing-hiker.htm Sat, 29 Oct 2022 11:32:00 EST Clinton “Preston” Smith, age 67 from Baton Rouge, LA, was reported missing after failing to return from an October 27th, 2022, planned hike on the Hemmed-in-Hollow Trail in Buffalo National River, Newton County, AR. https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/buffalo-national-river-completes-second-day-of-search-for-missing-hiker.htm https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/multiple-emergency-incidents-kick-off-a-busy-summer-at-buffalo-national-river.htm Fri, 27 May 2022 07:22:00 EST Throughout the week of May 16, 2022, Buffalo National River staff partnered with municipal and state agencies to respond quickly and professionally to multiple emergency incidents that occurred within the park. Emergency services personnel reacted swiftly and decisively while at times responding to multiple incidents occurring at once. https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/multiple-emergency-incidents-kick-off-a-busy-summer-at-buffalo-national-river.htm https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/buffalo-national-river-hosts-second-weekend-of-events-celebrating-the-park-s-50th-anniversary.htm Fri, 27 May 2022 07:15:00 EST Buffalo National River’s second weekend of 50th anniversary celebratory events is coming soon. From June 9 - 12, 2022, the park is celebrating how the Buffalo River inspires creative artistic endeavors. All are invited to participate in the free activities listed https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/buffalo-national-river-hosts-second-weekend-of-events-celebrating-the-park-s-50th-anniversary.htm https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/man-dies-from-fall-at-buffalo-national-river.htm Mon, 09 May 2022 05:52:00 EST A Springfield, MO man died from a fall in the Indian Creek drainage of Buffalo National River on Saturday, May 7, 2022. https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/man-dies-from-fall-at-buffalo-national-river.htm https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/public-access-and-the-buffalo-river-trail-expanded-at-buffalo-national-river.htm Wed, 27 Apr 2022 07:46:00 EST The National Park Service (NPS) has purchased a 64 acre tract of land within the legislated boundaries of Buffalo National River, making it possible for all people to access this tract of land within the park. This formerly private inholding was an important key to completing a segment of the Buffalo River Trail/Ozark Highland Trail. https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/public-access-and-the-buffalo-river-trail-expanded-at-buffalo-national-river.htm https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/park-history-weekend-2022.htm Wed, 09 Feb 2022 07:54:00 EST Buffalo National River’s first weekend of 50th anniversary celebratory events is coming soon. From February 25th to March 1st, 2022, the park is celebrating the rich cultural and geological history of the area and the creation of the park. All are invited to participate . https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/park-history-weekend-2022.htm https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/buffalo-national-river-seeks-public-comments-on-the-cave-mountain-road-environmental-assessment.htm Mon, 07 Feb 2022 09:02:00 EST The National Park Service (NPS) has released an Environmental Assessment (EA) that analyzes a county and state led effort to reconstruct and repave the 1.8-mile section of Cave Mountain Road (Newton County Road 9560) that crosses Buffalo National River’s park boundaries. https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/buffalo-national-river-seeks-public-comments-on-the-cave-mountain-road-environmental-assessment.htm https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/news-release-buff-50th-anniversary-celebration.htm Tue, 16 Nov 2021 03:14:00 EST A summary of special events planned for Buffalo National River's 50th anniversary in 2022. https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/news-release-buff-50th-anniversary-celebration.htm https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/news-release-buffalo-point-river-access-improvements-begin.htm Mon, 25 Oct 2021 07:35:00 EST Improvements to the Buffalo Point river access begin Wednesday, October 27th, 2021 and go through January 30th, 2022. Buffalo Point Launch, gravel bar and parking lot will be closed during this time. https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/news-release-buffalo-point-river-access-improvements-begin.htm https://www.nps.gov/orgs/1778/algaltoxins.htm Thu, 14 Oct 2021 07:51:00 EST Scientists from the U.S. Geological Survey and National Park Service partnered on a first-of-its-kind, nationwide harmful algal bloom, or HAB, field study that began this summer and will continue over the next two years. https://www.nps.gov/orgs/1778/algaltoxins.htm https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/teen-dies-from-fall-at-lost-valley-buffalo-national-river.htm Mon, 27 Sep 2021 08:34:00 EST A male teen from Ava, Missouri died from a fall near the Lost Valley Trail at Buffalo National River on Saturday, September 25th, 2021. https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/teen-dies-from-fall-at-lost-valley-buffalo-national-river.htm https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/tourism-to-buffalo-national-river-creates-66-million-in-economic-benefits.htm Fri, 09 Jul 2021 04:11:00 EST A new National Park Service (NPS) report shows that 1.5 million visitors to Buffalo National River in 2020 spent $66.3 million in communities near the park. That spending supported 960 jobs in the local area and had a cumulative benefit to the local economy of $76.1 million. https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/tourism-to-buffalo-national-river-creates-66-million-in-economic-benefits.htm https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/buffalo-national-river-rangers-respond-to-multiple-events-during-busy-weekend.htm Mon, 07 Jun 2021 06:45:00 EST On Saturday, June 5th, 2021, Buffalo National River park rangers responded to multiple medical events, including a death, medical emergency and broken hip. https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/buffalo-national-river-rangers-respond-to-multiple-events-during-busy-weekend.htm https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/buffalo-national-river-announces-safety-closure-of-affected-area-during-highway-7-bridge-demolition.htm Fri, 04 Jun 2021 08:04:00 EST On Wednesday, June 9th, 2021, the Arkansas Department of Transportation (ARDOT) will demolish the old Highway 7 bridge at Pruitt in Newton County. This demolition will affect vehicle traffic on Highway 7 and visitor access to this area of Buffalo National River. https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/buffalo-national-river-announces-safety-closure-of-affected-area-during-highway-7-bridge-demolition.htm https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/man-dies-from-self-inflicted-gunshot-wound-at-buffalo-national-river.htm Fri, 07 May 2021 04:27:00 EST On Tuesday, May 4, 2021 at 12:04 p.m., two National Park Service (NPS) rangers contacted Damon Scott Casey, 40, for routine traffic violations near Tyler Bend in the Middle District of Buffalo National River. Casey produced a handgun, shot himself in the head and died on scene. https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/man-dies-from-self-inflicted-gunshot-wound-at-buffalo-national-river.htm https://www.nps.gov/orgs/1563/isb-buff-case-update-04212021.htm Wed, 21 Apr 2021 10:00:00 EST Following a multi-year investigation by special agents of the National Park Service (NPS) Investigative Services Branch and park rangers, Michael L. Walters was sentenced earlier this month for violating the Archaeological Resources Protection Act (ARPA) while within Buffalo National River. https://www.nps.gov/orgs/1563/isb-buff-case-update-04212021.htm https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/news-release-technical-rescue-occurs-in-ponca-wilderness-at-buffalo-national-river.htm Tue, 02 Mar 2021 03:23:00 EST The National Park Service worked with numerous local agencies, along with volunteers, to rescue an injured park visitor over the weekend. Late Saturday, February 27, 2021, a 60-year-old man from Bella Vista, AR was hiking with his son when he suffered an injury and was unable to hike out on his own. https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/news-release-technical-rescue-occurs-in-ponca-wilderness-at-buffalo-national-river.htm https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/news-release-temporary-road-construction-closure-continues-at-kyles-landing-in-buffalo-national-river.htm Fri, 26 Feb 2021 04:07:00 EST Road construction continues in the Kyles Landing area of Buffalo National River in Newton County. https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/news-release-temporary-road-construction-closure-continues-at-kyles-landing-in-buffalo-national-river.htm https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/buffalo-national-river-announces-temporary-closures-at-cecil-cove-trail.htm Wed, 03 Feb 2021 09:17:00 EST Buffalo National River is temporarily closing a portion of the Cecil Cove Trail, located off the Compton-Erbie Road. The closure will be on the section of the trail from the Compton - Erbie Road to the Jones Cemetery. The section of Cecil Cove Trail from the Erbie Trailhead to the Jones Cemetery will still be open. https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/buffalo-national-river-announces-temporary-closures-at-cecil-cove-trail.htm https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/buffalo-national-river-accepts-hay-field-permit-applications.htm Fri, 11 Dec 2020 11:11:00 EST From December 15, 2020 to January 15, 2021, the National Park Service (NPS) will accept public bid applications for twenty-seven Agricultural Special Use Permits for haying of designated fields located within Buffalo National River in portions of Newton, Searcy, and Marion Counties. https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/buffalo-national-river-accepts-hay-field-permit-applications.htm https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/safety-tips-for-elk-viewing-in-boxley-valley.htm Wed, 07 Oct 2020 05:47:00 EST Stay safe while viewing elk in Boxley Valley this fall. https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/safety-tips-for-elk-viewing-in-boxley-valley.htm https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/significant-damage-to-fitton-cave-discovered-at-buffalo-national-river.htm Thu, 10 Sep 2020 07:56:00 EST In August 2020, Buffalo National River staff discovered significant damage at Fitton Cave in Buffalo National River in Newton County. Investigators are seeking information from anyone who may have knowledge about those who caused this damage. https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/significant-damage-to-fitton-cave-discovered-at-buffalo-national-river.htm https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/buffalo-national-river-announces-plans-for-improvements-to-the-boxley-valley-area.htm Fri, 28 Aug 2020 04:00:00 EST Buffalo National River plans to collaboratively implement infrastructure and visitor services improvements in the Boxley Valley Area, as funds become available. Following an Environmental Assessment (EA) of proposed improvements, the National Park Service issued a Finding of No Significant Impact (FONSI), approving the implementation of the proposed actions. https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/buffalo-national-river-announces-plans-for-improvements-to-the-boxley-valley-area.htm https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/buffalo-national-river-named-leave-no-trace-gold-standard-site.htm Mon, 24 Aug 2020 05:00:00 EST The Leave No Trace Center for Outdoor Ethics recently announced the designation of Buffalo National River as a Leave No Trace Gold Standard Site, joining an elite group of 12 parks nationwide to earn this honor. Buffalo National River is the sixth National Park Service site to receive this designation and the first in Arkansas. https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/buffalo-national-river-named-leave-no-trace-gold-standard-site.htm https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/buffalo-national-river-announces-temporary-closure-to-the-upper-pruitt-day-use-area.htm Wed, 12 Aug 2020 06:42:00 EST For the safety of all visitors, and at the request of ARDOT, the Upper Pruitt Day Use Area is temporarily closed due to Pruitt Bridge construction. This includes the picnic tables, restrooms, BRT trailhead, and swimming area. https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/buffalo-national-river-announces-temporary-closure-to-the-upper-pruitt-day-use-area.htm https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/buffalo-national-river-approves-the-use-of-bicycles-and-e-bikes-on-park-roads.htm Fri, 26 Jun 2020 06:28:00 EST Buffalo National River has opened park roads, to include park administrative roads, to electric bikes (e-bikes). While bicycles have always been allowed on park roads, they are now also allowed on administrative roads. Bicycles and e-bikes are still prohibited from being used on trails in the park. https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/buffalo-national-river-approves-the-use-of-bicycles-and-e-bikes-on-park-roads.htm https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/remains-of-lost-hiker-discovered-in-buffalo-national-river.htm Thu, 18 Jun 2020 05:29:00 EST At approximately 11:00 a.m., June 17th, 2020, search and rescue personnel discovered the remains of lost hiker Thomas Reid in the Sneeds Creek drainage area within the Ponca Wilderness area of Buffalo National River, south of Compton. https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/remains-of-lost-hiker-discovered-in-buffalo-national-river.htm https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/national-park-service-seeks-information-from-the-public-to-help-locate-missing-man.htm Mon, 15 Jun 2020 07:29:00 EST The National Park Service is seeking information to help locate a missing man from West Memphis, Arkansas. Thomas (Tom) Reid, age 65, was last seen on the Sneeds Creek trail within the boundaries of Buffalo National River south of Compton at approximately 5:00 p.m. on Saturday, June 13, 2020. https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/national-park-service-seeks-information-from-the-public-to-help-locate-missing-man.htm https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/buffalo-national-river-resumes-access-to-overnight-stays.htm Thu, 28 May 2020 07:15:00 EST Beginning Friday May 29th, 2020, Buffalo National River will re-open access to overnight stays, including campgrounds and backcountry camping. https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/buffalo-national-river-resumes-access-to-overnight-stays.htm https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/drowning-at-grinders-ferry-buffalo-national-river.htm Tue, 26 May 2020 17:57:00 EST Sadly, on May 25th, 2020 a 16 year old male from Newport, Arkansas drowned in the Buffalo River. https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/drowning-at-grinders-ferry-buffalo-national-river.htm https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/buffalo-national-river-to-begin-phased-access-to-the-park.htm Tue, 05 May 2020 15:08:00 EST Buffalo National River to Begin Phased Access to the Park. Day Us recreational activities resuming on May 15th, 2020. https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/buffalo-national-river-to-begin-phased-access-to-the-park.htm https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/buffalo-national-river-remains-closed.htm Fri, 10 Apr 2020 03:50:00 EST Buffalo National River has now been closed for one week to help prevent the spread of the COVID-19 virus. https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/buffalo-national-river-remains-closed.htm https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/buffalo-national-river-is-closed-to-visitors-in-an-effort-to-slow-the-spread-of-covid-19.htm Thu, 02 Apr 2020 04:37:00 EST Effective immediately, Buffalo National River will be closed to recreational use until further notice. https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/buffalo-national-river-is-closed-to-visitors-in-an-effort-to-slow-the-spread-of-covid-19.htm https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/buffalo-national-river-is-modifying-operations-to-implement-latest-health-guidance.htm Fri, 27 Mar 2020 09:05:00 EST This additional modification to park operations is in response to the latest guidance from the U.S. Public Health Service, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, and state health officials in support of slowing the spread of the novel coronavirus (COVID-19). https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/buffalo-national-river-is-modifying-operations-to-implement-latest-health-guidance.htm https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/buffalo-national-river-seeks-public-comments-on-the-boxley-valley-draft-comprehensive-area-plan-and-environmental-assessment-draft-plan.htm Mon, 24 Feb 2020 09:25:00 EST The Boxley Valley Draft Comprehensive Area Plan and Environmental Assessment (Draft Plan) will be available for public review and comment beginning on February 24th, 2020. https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/buffalo-national-river-seeks-public-comments-on-the-boxley-valley-draft-comprehensive-area-plan-and-environmental-assessment-draft-plan.htm https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/buffalo-national-river-receives-13-000-donation-from-buffalo-national-river-partners.htm Mon, 27 Jan 2020 03:13:00 EST Buffalo National River Partners (BNRP) raised $13,000 to qualify for a matching grant by the National Park Service bringing $26,000 to Buffalo National River for the Youth Explorers for Health Initiative. https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/buffalo-national-river-receives-13-000-donation-from-buffalo-national-river-partners.htm https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/buffalo-national-river-partners-50th-anniversary-celebration-logo-contest.htm Wed, 22 Jan 2020 06:03:00 EST Buffalo National River and Buffalo National River Partners (BNRP) are pleased to announce the BNRP 50th Anniversary Celebration Logo Contest. https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/buffalo-national-river-partners-50th-anniversary-celebration-logo-contest.htm https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/fatal-motor-vehicle-accident-in-boxley-valley.htm Thu, 02 Jan 2020 09:44:00 EST Carlos E. Tabron (48) of Little Rock, Ark., died from injuries sustained during a motor vehicle accident near the Buffalo River Trailhead. https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/fatal-motor-vehicle-accident-in-boxley-valley.htm https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/road-improvements-coming-to-erbie.htm Wed, 18 Dec 2019 03:48:00 EST The National Park Service (NPS), in cooperation with the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA), will soon begin road improvements in two locations at Erbie in Newton County. https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/road-improvements-coming-to-erbie.htm https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/select-buffalo-national-river-facilities-closing-early-due-to-extreme-temperatures.htm Fri, 08 Nov 2019 11:10:00 EST Due to the forecast of extremely cold temperatures, many park facilities will be winterized and closed prior to the usual Nov 15 date. https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/select-buffalo-national-river-facilities-closing-early-due-to-extreme-temperatures.htm https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/low-level-flights-to-image-3d-geology-in-northern-arkansas.htm Mon, 07 Oct 2019 06:48:00 EST Scientists with the U.S. Geological Survey and the Arkansas Geological Survey are partnering to image geology using airborne technology as part of the USGS Earth Mapping Resource Initiative (Earth MRI) project and the National Cooperative Geologic Mapping Program. https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/low-level-flights-to-image-3d-geology-in-northern-arkansas.htm https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/fourth-grade-students-can-receive-free-admission-to-federal-public-land-sites-for-a-year.htm Wed, 25 Sep 2019 05:44:00 EST The Every Kid Outdoors annual pass provides fourth grade students, along with their families, friends and classmates, free access to 2,000 federal recreation areas for a year. https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/fourth-grade-students-can-receive-free-admission-to-federal-public-land-sites-for-a-year.htm https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/the-national-park-service-extends-the-public-review-and-comment-period-on-the-buffalo-national-river-plant-gathering-for-traditional-purposes-environmental-assessment.htm Fri, 20 Sep 2019 19:51:00 EST The National Park Service (NPS) is extending the public comment period of the Buffalo National River Plant Gathering for Traditional Purposes Environmental Assessment (EA). https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/the-national-park-service-extends-the-public-review-and-comment-period-on-the-buffalo-national-river-plant-gathering-for-traditional-purposes-environmental-assessment.htm https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/park-computers-donated-to-ozark-mountain-school-district.htm Thu, 12 Sep 2019 11:11:00 EST Federal agencies are encouraged to donate surplus computers and associated equipment to educational organizations. https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/park-computers-donated-to-ozark-mountain-school-district.htm https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/the-national-park-service-invites-the-public-to-review-and-comment-on-the-buffalo-national-river-plant-gathering-for-traditional-purposes-environmental-assessment.htm Thu, 08 Aug 2019 08:38:00 EST The National Park Service (NPS) is requesting public comment of the Buffalo National River Plant Gathering for Traditional Purposes Environmental Assessment (EA). https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/the-national-park-service-invites-the-public-to-review-and-comment-on-the-buffalo-national-river-plant-gathering-for-traditional-purposes-environmental-assessment.htm https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/north-arkansas-college-buffalo-national-river-offer-camps-for-future-scientists-2019.htm Fri, 02 Aug 2019 08:12:00 EST Thirteen junior high and high school students from northern Arkansas participated in a week-long science camp hosted by North Arkansas College and Buffalo National River last week. The camp was organized as part of a STEM (science, technology, engineering, mathematics) learning partnership between the park and the college that promotes experiential education and scientific discovery in the outdoors. https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/north-arkansas-college-buffalo-national-river-offer-camps-for-future-scientists-2019.htm https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/north-arkansas-college-buffalo-national-river-offer-camps-for-future-scientists.htm Fri, 02 Aug 2019 06:06:00 EST Thirteen junior high and high school students from northern Arkansas participated in a week-long science camp hosted by North Arkansas College (NAC) and Buffalo National River last week. https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/north-arkansas-college-buffalo-national-river-offer-camps-for-future-scientists.htm https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/death-of-park-visitor.htm Mon, 29 Jul 2019 12:15:00 EST Buffalo National River, Jasper, AR – On July 27th Troy Roderick (54) of Cushing, Oklahoma died after falling from a pickup truck in the Ozark Campground. https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/death-of-park-visitor.htm https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/national-park-service-donates-two-fire-trucks-to-local-communities.htm Fri, 26 Jul 2019 02:57:00 EST The National Park Service is pleased to announce the transfer of ownership of two fire trucks for use in the wildland urban interface. https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/national-park-service-donates-two-fire-trucks-to-local-communities.htm https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/area-closure-takes-effect-for-pruitt-bridge-construction.htm Mon, 08 Jul 2019 12:13:00 EST On Wednesday, July 10, bridge construction will begin at Pruitt, and area closures will be established to protect park visitors, resources, contractor staff and equipment. Except for paddling and equestrian thru-traffic, the Buffalo River and its banks from the Pruitt Bridge to the eastern edge of the cleared construction area will be closed until further notice. https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/area-closure-takes-effect-for-pruitt-bridge-construction.htm https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/missouri-man-dies-after-day-at-buffalo-national-river.htm Fri, 05 Jul 2019 09:41:00 EST At approximately 6:30 p.m. on July 4, Newton County Dispatch notified the park's dispatch center of a man that was having trouble breathing at Upper Pruitt. https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/missouri-man-dies-after-day-at-buffalo-national-river.htm https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/searcy-county-historical-society-to-highlight-historical-sites-at-buffalo-national-river.htm Wed, 26 Jun 2019 06:18:00 EST The Searcy County Historical Society (SCHS), a non-profit organization, has entered an agreement with Buffalo National River to place signage at Searcy County historical sites within the park. https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/searcy-county-historical-society-to-highlight-historical-sites-at-buffalo-national-river.htm https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/buffalo-national-river-recognized-for-its-exceptional-dark-sky.htm Thu, 13 Jun 2019 06:58:00 EST Come for the river, stay for the stars https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/buffalo-national-river-recognized-for-its-exceptional-dark-sky.htm https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/buffalo-national-river-to-host-concert-by-national-park-radio-this-weekend.htm Wed, 12 Jun 2019 13:58:00 EST National Park Radio to play free concert at Steel Creek this weekend. https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/buffalo-national-river-to-host-concert-by-national-park-radio-this-weekend.htm https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/texas-man-dies-after-day-on-buffalo-national-river.htm Thu, 06 Jun 2019 07:47:00 EST Rangers at the Buffalo Point Visitor Center were notified that a man was unresponsive near the Buffalo Point river access. https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/texas-man-dies-after-day-on-buffalo-national-river.htm https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/buffalo-national-river-contributes-54-9-million-to-local-economy-in-2018.htm Mon, 03 Jun 2019 06:36:00 EST The 2018 National Park Service Visitor Spending Effects Report estimates that 1.2 million visitors spent $54.9 million in the region while visiting Buffalo National River last year. https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/buffalo-national-river-contributes-54-9-million-to-local-economy-in-2018.htm https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/special-olympics-athletes-visit-buffalo-national-river-for-field-day.htm Wed, 15 May 2019 04:12:00 EST More than 100 Special Olympics athletes from northern Arkansas gathered at Tyler Bend on Thursday, May 9, for a field day in partnership with the National Park Service’s “Healthy Parks, Healthy People” program. https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/special-olympics-athletes-visit-buffalo-national-river-for-field-day.htm https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/buffalo-national-river-to-host-concert-by-national-park-radio.htm Fri, 10 May 2019 04:26:00 EST Buffalo National River will host a free concert by National Park Radio on Saturday, June 15, at Steel Creek Campground. https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/buffalo-national-river-to-host-concert-by-national-park-radio.htm https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/drowning-at-pruitt-buffalo-national-river.htm Tue, 07 May 2019 11:53:00 EST At approximately 6 pm on May 6 notification was received by Buffalo National River dispatch that a swimmer was in distress in the park’s Upper District, at Pruitt. https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/drowning-at-pruitt-buffalo-national-river.htm https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/quarter-horses-nacho-and-cinco-join-buffalo-national-river-team.htm Fri, 26 Apr 2019 10:59:00 EST The National Park Service recently purchased two quarter horses from the Arkansas Department of Correction (ADC) to revitalize Buffalo National River’s mounted patrol program. https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/quarter-horses-nacho-and-cinco-join-buffalo-national-river-team.htm https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/buffalo-national-river-to-employ-local-teens-for-summer-program.htm Mon, 22 Apr 2019 04:06:00 EST Buffalo National River is now accepting applications for the Youth Conservation Corps https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/buffalo-national-river-to-employ-local-teens-for-summer-program.htm https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/final-tyler-bend-trails-plan-environmental-assessment-and-finding-of-no-significant-impact-released.htm Thu, 11 Apr 2019 09:55:00 EST Buffalo National River is continuing to improve visitor experiences in the Tyler Bend area. https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/final-tyler-bend-trails-plan-environmental-assessment-and-finding-of-no-significant-impact-released.htm https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/lower-buffalo-wilderness-closure-lifted.htm Thu, 28 Mar 2019 02:31:00 EST The closure for the Lower Buffalo Wilderness, Buffalo National River has been lifted. https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/lower-buffalo-wilderness-closure-lifted.htm https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/public-input-sought-for-buffalo-river-elk-management-plan.htm Mon, 04 Mar 2019 09:21:00 EST The National Park Service (NPS) and Arkansas Game and Fish Commission (AGFC) are seeking public input for an Elk Management Plan that would address resource issues associated with an increasing population of reintroduced elk throughout the Buffalo National River region. https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/public-input-sought-for-buffalo-river-elk-management-plan.htm https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/buffalo-national-river-raises-camping-fees-in-2019.htm Fri, 08 Feb 2019 02:10:00 EST Buffalo National River offers a variety of camping opportunities along the river and will be increasing fees in several developed campgrounds starting March 15, 2019. https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/buffalo-national-river-raises-camping-fees-in-2019.htm https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/buffalo-national-river-resumes-regular-operations.htm Mon, 28 Jan 2019 04:35:00 EST Buffalo National River resumed regular park operations over the weekend. https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/buffalo-national-river-resumes-regular-operations.htm https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/lost-valley-area-closing-for-improvements.htm Thu, 06 Dec 2018 04:58:00 EST Improvements to begin at Lost Valley for a new entrance road and parking. https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/lost-valley-area-closing-for-improvements.htm https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/buffalo-national-river-seeks-campground-hosts-for-2019-season.htm Mon, 26 Nov 2018 04:26:00 EST Buffalo National River is now accepting applications for volunteer campground hosts https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/buffalo-national-river-seeks-campground-hosts-for-2019-season.htm https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/restoration-of-ponca-low-water-bridge-to-begin-oct-29.htm Fri, 26 Oct 2018 05:19:00 EST Restoration and stabilization of the historic Ponca low-water bridge will begin early next week. https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/restoration-of-ponca-low-water-bridge-to-begin-oct-29.htm https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/buffalo-national-river-projects-ready-for-public-review.htm Fri, 05 Oct 2018 10:53:00 EST Two projects are ready for public input. Public engagement is critical to the process of the decision-making. https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/buffalo-national-river-projects-ready-for-public-review.htm https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/ozark-folklife-festival-2018.htm Thu, 27 Sep 2018 11:02:00 EST Spend the day listening to great music, enjoying good food, and learning about the traditions of life in the Ozarks at The Ozark Folklife Festival. https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/ozark-folklife-festival-2018.htm https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/boxley-valley-elk-viewing-and-mill-tours-offered-in-october.htm Mon, 10 Sep 2018 04:05:00 EST From 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM every Saturday and Sunday in October, visitors can step back in time and tour the historic Boxley Grist Mill. https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/boxley-valley-elk-viewing-and-mill-tours-offered-in-october.htm https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/buffalo-national-river-proposes-camping-fee-increase.htm Thu, 09 Aug 2018 04:49:00 EST Buffalo National River maintains numerous campgrounds throughout the park. https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/buffalo-national-river-proposes-camping-fee-increase.htm https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/buffalo-national-river-north-arkansas-college-offer-camps-for-future-scientists.htm Fri, 03 Aug 2018 10:56:00 EST Forty junior high and high school students from northern Arkansas participated in science camps hosted by Buffalo National River and North Arkansas College this summer. https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/buffalo-national-river-north-arkansas-college-offer-camps-for-future-scientists.htm https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/buffalo-river-algae-update.htm Fri, 27 Jul 2018 03:56:00 EST The Buffalo River continues to experience significant algal growth this summer as hot and dry conditions persist. https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/buffalo-river-algae-update.htm https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/buffalo-point-campground-reopening.htm Thu, 26 Jul 2018 11:54:00 EST Buffalo Point Campground has started to reopen loops that were closed due to significant storm damage. https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/buffalo-point-campground-reopening.htm https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/officer-involved-shooting-case-at-buffalo-national-river-closed-following-us-attorney-s-review-and-declination-to-prosecute.htm Wed, 25 Jul 2018 09:56:00 EST Officer-Involved Shooting Case at Buffalo National River Closed Following US Attorney's Review and Declination to Prosecute https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/officer-involved-shooting-case-at-buffalo-national-river-closed-following-us-attorney-s-review-and-declination-to-prosecute.htm https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/buffalo-point-storm-damage-update.htm Sun, 22 Jul 2018 09:12:00 EST Buffalo Point Campground remains under an emergency closure due to storm damage. https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/buffalo-point-storm-damage-update.htm https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/buffalo-point-campground-closed-due-to-storm-damage.htm Sat, 21 Jul 2018 08:23:00 EST Buffalo Point Campground sustained major damage after a storm https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/buffalo-point-campground-closed-due-to-storm-damage.htm https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/buffalo-river-water-quality.htm Fri, 13 Jul 2018 09:38:00 EST Visitors to Buffalo National River often asked questions about the quality of the water, including “Is it safe to drink?” and “What’s with all the algae?” https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/buffalo-river-water-quality.htm https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/arkansas-feral-hog-eradication-task-force-launches-reporting-system-and-outreach-campaign.htm Mon, 02 Jul 2018 09:24:00 EST “Eradication of feral hogs in Arkansas will require the hard work of a broad range of stakeholders https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/arkansas-feral-hog-eradication-task-force-launches-reporting-system-and-outreach-campaign.htm https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/arkansas-residents-urged-to-use-caution-with-outdoor-burning-throughout-july-4th-holiday.htm Fri, 29 Jun 2018 13:29:00 EST With firework displays planned between now through the following weekend, the Arkansas Agriculture Department’s Arkansas Forestry Commission (AFC) advises residents to use caution and closely monitor for outdoor burning and sparks from firework displays. https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/arkansas-residents-urged-to-use-caution-with-outdoor-burning-throughout-july-4th-holiday.htm https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/buffalo-national-river-hosts-national-park-radio-concert.htm Tue, 19 Jun 2018 04:34:00 EST 3rd annual National Park Radio concert at Steel Creek Campground on Saturday https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/buffalo-national-river-hosts-national-park-radio-concert.htm https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/first-detection-of-longhorned-tick-in-arkansas.htm Tue, 12 Jun 2018 04:12:00 EST On Tuesday, June 5, 2018, the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) National Veterinary Services Laboratory (NVSL) confirmed the presence of the Longhorned tick (Haemaphysalis longicornis) in Arkansas. https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/first-detection-of-longhorned-tick-in-arkansas.htm https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/prospectus-for-lodging-food-and-beverage-and-related-services-at-buffalo-national-river.htm Thu, 17 May 2018 09:18:00 EST The National Park Service (NPS) has issued a prospectus soliciting proposals for the award of a Concession Contract to provide Lodging, Food and Beverage, and Related Services at Buffalo Point within Buffalo National River. https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/prospectus-for-lodging-food-and-beverage-and-related-services-at-buffalo-national-river.htm https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/mark-foust-selected-as-superintendent-of-buffalo-national-river.htm Mon, 14 May 2018 07:53:00 EST National Park Service (NPS) Midwest Regional Director Cam Sholly announced the selection of Mark Foust as superintendent of Buffalo National River in Arkansas. https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/mark-foust-selected-as-superintendent-of-buffalo-national-river.htm https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/laura-miller-selected-as-superintendent-of-hot-springs-national-park.htm Mon, 14 May 2018 07:36:00 EST National Park Service (NPS) Midwest Regional Director Cam Sholly announced the selection of Laura Miller as superintendent of Hot Springs National Park in Arkansas. https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/laura-miller-selected-as-superintendent-of-hot-springs-national-park.htm https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/national-park-radio-to-return-for-3rd-annual-steel-creek-concert.htm Fri, 11 May 2018 04:40:00 EST Back by popular demand, the Harrison-based modern folk band National Park Radio https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/national-park-radio-to-return-for-3rd-annual-steel-creek-concert.htm https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/arvest-donation-supports-special-olympics-at-buffalo-national-river.htm Thu, 10 May 2018 04:47:00 EST Arvest Foundation recently donated $2,000 to Buffalo National River Partners on Wednesday to support “Fun Days” at Buffalo National River https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/arvest-donation-supports-special-olympics-at-buffalo-national-river.htm https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/2017-tourism-to-buffalo-national-river-creates-71-1-million-in-economic-benefits.htm Thu, 26 Apr 2018 03:16:00 EST A new National Park Service (NPS) report shows that 1.5 million visitors to Buffalo National River in 2017 spent $62.6 million in communities near the park. https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/2017-tourism-to-buffalo-national-river-creates-71-1-million-in-economic-benefits.htm https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/public-input-sought-for-road-repair-projects-at-buffalo-national-river.htm Sun, 22 Apr 2018 04:44:00 EST The National Park Service is working with the Federal Highway Administration to make repairs in Erbie, located in Newton County, Arkansas. https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/public-input-sought-for-road-repair-projects-at-buffalo-national-river.htm https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/national-park-service-announces-2018-rural-fire-readiness-grant-recipients.htm Fri, 20 Apr 2018 06:10:00 EST This year the Arkansas National Parks Fire Management Group is pleased to announce the recipients of the 2018 Rural Fire Readiness (RFR) grant program. https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/national-park-service-announces-2018-rural-fire-readiness-grant-recipients.htm https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/statewide-emerald-ash-borer-quarantine-established.htm Tue, 27 Mar 2018 15:55:00 EST Due to the expanded range of Emerald Ash Borer (EAB) infestation sites within Arkansas, the Arkansas Agriculture Department’s State Plant Board (ASPB) has approved a statewide quarantine. https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/statewide-emerald-ash-borer-quarantine-established.htm https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/construction-delays-at-buffalo-point.htm Thu, 08 Mar 2018 11:45:00 EST Buffalo National River is currently upgrading utilities that service the Buffalo Point Campground. https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/construction-delays-at-buffalo-point.htm https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/arkansas-forestry-commission-shares-wildfire-outlook-for-2018.htm Thu, 04 Jan 2018 11:30:00 EST The 2018 wildfire outlook predicts higher than normal Arkansas wildfire activity from February – April in Northwest Arkansas. https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/arkansas-forestry-commission-shares-wildfire-outlook-for-2018.htm https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/pindall-gilbert-st-joe-volunteer-fire-department-receive-grant-from-national-park-service.htm Thu, 14 Dec 2017 04:10:00 EST PG&S Volunteer Fire Department has been awarded a $5,000 National Park Service Rural Fire Assistance Program grant from Buffalo National River. https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/pindall-gilbert-st-joe-volunteer-fire-department-receive-grant-from-national-park-service.htm https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/boxley-area-wildfire-update.htm Tue, 12 Dec 2017 06:42:00 EST In spite of extremely high winds overnight, the fire remained within the containment zone. https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/boxley-area-wildfire-update.htm https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/boxley-fire-update.htm Mon, 11 Dec 2017 10:48:00 EST The Whitley and Edgeman fires have coalesced into one fire . https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/boxley-fire-update.htm https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/fires-near-boxley-valley.htm Mon, 11 Dec 2017 05:51:00 EST Around midday on Sunday (12/10/17) two separate fires were reported along Arkansas Highway 21 on the north side of Boxley Valley. https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/fires-near-boxley-valley.htm https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/buffalo-national-river-superintendent-kevin-cheri-announces-retirement.htm Mon, 04 Dec 2017 04:07:00 EST Buffalo National River Superintendent Kevin Cheri, is being recognized for exceptional leadership in the National Park Service https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/buffalo-national-river-superintendent-kevin-cheri-announces-retirement.htm https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/fire-restrictions-for-buffalo-national-river.htm Thu, 30 Nov 2017 05:55:00 EST Buffalo National River is issuing restrictions on the use of fires and smoking within the park. https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/fire-restrictions-for-buffalo-national-river.htm https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/arkansas-residents-urged-to-use-caution-with-outdoor-burning-throughout-thanksgiving-holiday.htm Thu, 23 Nov 2017 02:54:00 EST Current drought conditions, forecasts for low humidity, and gusty winds create wildfire danger across Arkansas. https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/arkansas-residents-urged-to-use-caution-with-outdoor-burning-throughout-thanksgiving-holiday.htm https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/compton-volunteer-fire-department-receives-nps-grant.htm Wed, 15 Nov 2017 03:13:00 EST Compton Volunteer Fire Department received a $5,000 National Park Service Rural Fire Assistance Program grant from Buffalo National River at a ceremony at Compton on Monday, November 13th. https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/compton-volunteer-fire-department-receives-nps-grant.htm https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/buffalo-national-river-completes-historic-preservation-project-on-erbie-church.htm Mon, 23 Oct 2017 12:14:00 EST The National Park Service funded and recently completed a historic preservation project to repair the historic church https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/buffalo-national-river-completes-historic-preservation-project-on-erbie-church.htm https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/buffalo-national-river-officer-involved-shooting-information-released.htm Thu, 07 Sep 2017 09:38:00 EST On Sunday, August 20, 2017, at approximately 1:34 a.m., two National Park Service (NPS) law enforcement rangers were conducting a routine patrol of the Spring Creek Campground, in the Lower District of Buffalo National River. https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/buffalo-national-river-officer-involved-shooting-information-released.htm https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/officer-involved-shooting-at-buffalo-national-river.htm Mon, 21 Aug 2017 12:55:00 EST Officer-Involved Shooting at Buffalo National River https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/officer-involved-shooting-at-buffalo-national-river.htm https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/bnr-partners-to-host-buffalo-river-cleanup-july-7.htm Sun, 25 Jun 2017 06:39:00 EST The Buffalo National River Partners, in partnership with the National Park Service, will host a river cleanup from Hasty Access to Carver on Friday, July 7, beginning at 9:00 AM. https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/bnr-partners-to-host-buffalo-river-cleanup-july-7.htm https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/six-hundred-attend-national-park-radio-concert-at-steel-creek.htm Mon, 19 Jun 2017 05:53:00 EST This year's National Park Radio concert at Steel Creek Campground on the beautiful Buffalo National River https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/six-hundred-attend-national-park-radio-concert-at-steel-creek.htm https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/harrison-east-students-partner-with-buffalo-national-river.htm Mon, 05 Jun 2017 06:20:00 EST Students from the Environmental and Spatial Technologies (EAST) programs across Harrison School District partnered with Buffalo National River for several exciting and interactive community projects this academic year. https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/harrison-east-students-partner-with-buffalo-national-river.htm https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/national-park-radio-to-return-for-concert-at-steel-creek.htm Fri, 02 Jun 2017 05:47:00 EST After two rain delays in April, the highly anticipated National Park Radio concert at Steel Creek has been rescheduled for Saturday, June 17, from 7:00 to 9:00 PM. https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/national-park-radio-to-return-for-concert-at-steel-creek.htm https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/summer-holiday-concerts-at-the-buffalo-point-amphitheater.htm Tue, 23 May 2017 10:59:00 EST Please join us at the Buffalo Point Amphitheater this summer for three special concerts as we celebrate Memorial Day, Fourth of July, and Labor Day. https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/summer-holiday-concerts-at-the-buffalo-point-amphitheater.htm https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/body-of-drowned-canoeist-recovered.htm Sat, 06 May 2017 11:07:00 EST The canoeist who disappeared near Kyles Landing in the upper Buffalo River during a flood last Wednesday was found today at about 11 am by National Park Service searchers. https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/body-of-drowned-canoeist-recovered.htm https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/swim-safe-life-jacket-loaner-program-at-buffalo-national-river.htm Sat, 06 May 2017 07:37:00 EST Visitors borrowed more than 89 life jackets during 2016, https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/swim-safe-life-jacket-loaner-program-at-buffalo-national-river.htm https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/buffalo-national-river-employee-robert-pugsley-receives-award.htm Thu, 04 May 2017 10:45:00 EST Robert Pugsley, wastewater treatment plant operator for Buffalo National River received the 2017 Wastewater Outstanding Achievement Award from the Arkansas Water Works and Water Environment Association. https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/buffalo-national-river-employee-robert-pugsley-receives-award.htm https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/buffalo-national-river-invites-all-to-attend-public-meetings.htm Thu, 04 May 2017 10:45:00 EST Buffalo National River Superintendent Kevin Cheri invites the public to attend an open house meeting for the park’s Boxley Valley Comprehensive Area Plan. https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/buffalo-national-river-invites-all-to-attend-public-meetings.htm https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/buffalo-national-river-cleaning-up-for-visitors.htm Tue, 02 May 2017 09:10:00 EST Last weekend's flood event deposited the usual limbs, leaves, and muck over all of the river access sites, roads, and trails near the Buffalo River. https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/buffalo-national-river-cleaning-up-for-visitors.htm https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/search-suspended-as-high-river-levels-return.htm Sat, 29 Apr 2017 11:06:00 EST Although the water levels had dropped somewhat overnight, search efforts today (Saturday) were restricted to crews in two boats looking at river banks and shallows again today. https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/search-suspended-as-high-river-levels-return.htm https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/search-winding-down-on-third-day.htm Fri, 28 Apr 2017 12:29:00 EST The search for the person whose canoe capsized in the Buffalo River Wednesday is winding down for the third day without discovery. Based on the forecast of flood conditions, the operation will be suspended until river conditions become safe again. https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/search-winding-down-on-third-day.htm https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/park-prepares-for-more-flooding.htm Fri, 28 Apr 2017 05:54:00 EST Buffalo National River is closing Tyler Bend and Buffalo Point campgrounds today in anticipation of the expected flood event this weekend. https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/park-prepares-for-more-flooding.htm https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/search-and-rescue-under-way-near-kyles-landing.htm Thu, 27 Apr 2017 16:28:00 EST The search for a second person whose canoe capsized in the Buffalo River Wednesday continued until 7 pm today (4/27). https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/search-and-rescue-under-way-near-kyles-landing.htm https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/one-man-found-while-the-search-continues-for-the-second.htm Wed, 26 Apr 2017 14:52:00 EST Shortly after 3 pm the individual upstream from Kyles Landing was located on a small island https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/one-man-found-while-the-search-continues-for-the-second.htm https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/search-in-progress-for-two-in-buffalo-river.htm Wed, 26 Apr 2017 11:07:00 EST At approximately 11 am today (4/26) notification was received by Buffalo National River dispatch two persons were in danger in the park’s Upper District, specifically near Kyles Landing https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/search-in-progress-for-two-in-buffalo-river.htm https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/park-planning-for-high-water-on-the-buffalo-river.htm Wed, 26 Apr 2017 08:50:00 EST In anticipation of a significant flood event, Buffalo National River is taking precautionary steps towards insuring visitor safety and minimizing damage to park infrastructure. https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/park-planning-for-high-water-on-the-buffalo-river.htm https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/2016-tourism-to-buffalo-national-river-creates-economic-benefits.htm Thu, 20 Apr 2017 07:33:00 EST A new National Park Service (NPS) report shows that 1,785,358 visitors to Buffalo National River in 2016 spent $77,556,600 in communities near the park. That spending supported 1,200 jobs in the local area and had a cumulative benefit to the local economy of $90,199,700. https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/2016-tourism-to-buffalo-national-river-creates-economic-benefits.htm https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/national-park-radio-concert-at-steel-creek-postponed-due-to-weather.htm Thu, 20 Apr 2017 04:51:00 EST Due to the threat of inclement conditions this weekend, the 2nd Annual Steel Creek Concert featuring National Park Radio has been postponed until Saturday, April 29, 2017, at 5:00 PM. https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/national-park-radio-concert-at-steel-creek-postponed-due-to-weather.htm https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/buffalo-point-campground-closures.htm Fri, 17 Mar 2017 04:51:00 EST Waste water system upgrades will cause some closures in Buffalo Point Campground. https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/buffalo-point-campground-closures.htm https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/water-available-at-rush-campground.htm Tue, 14 Mar 2017 04:29:00 EST The Rush Campground will have drinking water available this year and camping fees will be collected. https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/water-available-at-rush-campground.htm https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/bnrp-to-sponsor-2nd-annual-steel-creek-concert.htm Fri, 10 Feb 2017 03:36:00 EST Back by popular demand, the Harrison-based modern folk band National Park Radio will return to Steel Creek to play a free concert at 5:00 PM on Saturday, April 22, 2017. https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/bnrp-to-sponsor-2nd-annual-steel-creek-concert.htm https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/winter-facilities-and-operating-hours.htm Mon, 28 Nov 2016 06:47:00 EST Park Staff at Buffalo National River recently completed winterizing the park’s facilities. https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/winter-facilities-and-operating-hours.htm https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/bnr-accepting-applications-for-guided-services.htm Mon, 07 Nov 2016 03:13:00 EST The National Park Service is now accepting applications for Commercial Use Authorizations to conduct water based commercial activities at Buffalo National River. https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/bnr-accepting-applications-for-guided-services.htm https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/special-olympics-event-at-tyler-bend.htm Sat, 08 Oct 2016 07:56:00 EST About 260 participants enjoyed the cool morning activities which included a scavenger hunt, Frisbee golf, bocce ball, and a softball throw, followed by a picnic lunch. https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/special-olympics-event-at-tyler-bend.htm https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/ozark-folklife-festival-celebrates-searcy-county-heritage.htm Tue, 04 Oct 2016 03:24:00 EST Approximately 2,600 visitors joined together at Buffalo National River this weekend for the Ozark Folklife Festival. https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/ozark-folklife-festival-celebrates-searcy-county-heritage.htm https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/road-improvements-may-cause-delays-on-steel-creek-road.htm Thu, 15 Sep 2016 10:51:00 EST Visitors may experience temporary lane and road closures on Steel Creek Road due to road improvements. https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/road-improvements-may-cause-delays-on-steel-creek-road.htm https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/park-donates-computers-to-ozark-mountain-school-district.htm Thu, 15 Sep 2016 10:45:00 EST Buffalo National River recently donated thirty-three used computers (along with monitors) to the Ozark Mountain School District which administers schools at Bruno-Pyatt, St. Joe, and Western Grove. https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/park-donates-computers-to-ozark-mountain-school-district.htm https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/buffalo-national-river-invites-everyone-to-findyourpark.htm Mon, 22 Aug 2016 06:38:00 EST The National Park Service (NPS) invites visitors of all ages to join in the celebration of its 100th birthday throughout the year. With special events across the country, and free admission to all 412 national parks from August 25 through August 28, the NPS is encouraging everyone to #FindYourPark / #EncuentraTuParque for the centennial. https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/buffalo-national-river-invites-everyone-to-findyourpark.htm https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/buffalo-national-river-to-host-biathlon-and-trail-run.htm Wed, 06 Jul 2016 07:57:00 EST If you are ready for a challenge then consider participating in the first ever Buffalo National River Biathlon and Trail Run on Sunday, October 16. https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/buffalo-national-river-to-host-biathlon-and-trail-run.htm https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/picnic-in-the-park-explore-for-health.htm Mon, 20 Jun 2016 10:11:00 EST Families from Yellville and Marshall took advantage of an opportunity to visit the park through a partnership between Young Moms-Healthy Families and Buffalo National River. https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/picnic-in-the-park-explore-for-health.htm https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/drowning-on-buffalo-national-river.htm Mon, 13 Jun 2016 09:38:00 EST Drowning at Buffalo National River https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/drowning-on-buffalo-national-river.htm https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/national-trails-day-celebrated-at-buffalo-national-river.htm Sun, 05 Jun 2016 11:43:00 EST Park staff kicked off the new Adopt A Trail program, inviting people to select a section of designated hiking or horseback trail and to make a commitment to help care for it. https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/national-trails-day-celebrated-at-buffalo-national-river.htm https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/high-honors-for-buffalo-national-river-employees.htm Thu, 02 Jun 2016 04:05:00 EST On May 9, 2016, three employees of Buffalo National River were honored at the 71st Department of the Interior Honor Awards in Washington DC. https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/high-honors-for-buffalo-national-river-employees.htm https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/celebrate-national-trails-day-on-june-4.htm Wed, 01 Jun 2016 06:35:00 EST On Saturday, June 4, Buffalo National River and the Ozarks Highlands Trail Association (OHTA) will be partnering to celebrate the American Hiking Society’s National Trails Day® ! https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/celebrate-national-trails-day-on-june-4.htm https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/buffalo-national-river-and-harrison-welcome-center-celebrate-national-tourism-week.htm Sat, 07 May 2016 12:14:00 EST On Saturday, May 7 Buffalo National River and the Harrison Welcome Center celebrated National Tourism Week at Buffalo Point. https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/buffalo-national-river-and-harrison-welcome-center-celebrate-national-tourism-week.htm https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/special-events-and-special-people-at-buffalo-national-river.htm Fri, 06 May 2016 10:42:00 EST Buffalo National River has seen some very happy events in the past week. https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/special-events-and-special-people-at-buffalo-national-river.htm https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/buffalo-national-river-celebrates-national-park-week.htm Wed, 04 May 2016 10:07:00 EST Celebrated each April, National Park Week is an excellent opportunity for visitors to explore amazing places, discover open spaces, and celebrate America’s “best idea” – their national parks! https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/buffalo-national-river-celebrates-national-park-week.htm https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/local-agencies-partner-to-celebrate-ccc-heritage.htm Fri, 29 Apr 2016 07:07:00 EST On Saturday, May 7, the National Park Service and the Arkansas Welcome Center of Harrison will co-host a CCC Heritage Day at Buffalo Point to commemorate the 78th anniversary of the establishment of CCC Camp # 4733 and the important role that the CCC played in the development of the Arkansas State Parks and the tourism industry. https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/local-agencies-partner-to-celebrate-ccc-heritage.htm https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/national-park-service-economic-benefits-report-for-state-of-arkansas-released.htm Mon, 25 Apr 2016 07:34:00 EST National Park Tourism in Arkansas Creates $214.9 Million in Economic Benefit. New report shows visitor spending supports 2,788 jobs in Arkansas. https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/national-park-service-economic-benefits-report-for-state-of-arkansas-released.htm https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/national-park-service-economic-benefits-report-for-buffalo-national-river-released.htm Thu, 21 Apr 2016 08:02:00 EST Tourism to Buffalo National River creates $62,243,200 in Economic Benefits. Report shows visitor spending supports 969 jobs in local economy https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/national-park-service-economic-benefits-report-for-buffalo-national-river-released.htm https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/national-park-week-events-at-buffalo-national-river.htm Fri, 08 Apr 2016 10:09:00 EST National Park Week Events at Buffalo National River https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/national-park-week-events-at-buffalo-national-river.htm https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/visitor-safety-during-elk-and-deer-sampling-for-cwd.htm Fri, 11 Mar 2016 07:26:00 EST Park managers want visitors to be aware and take additional precautions due to a sampling project that is underway in the park. https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/visitor-safety-during-elk-and-deer-sampling-for-cwd.htm https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/buffalo-national-river-to-replace-wastewater-treatment-plants-at-buffalo-point.htm Wed, 09 Mar 2016 02:53:00 EST The National Park Service (NPS) is proposing to replace two obsolete wastewater treatment plants (WWTPs) with state-of-the-art WWTPs at the existing sites at the Buffalo Point visitor area at Buffalo National River (the park). https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/buffalo-national-river-to-replace-wastewater-treatment-plants-at-buffalo-point.htm https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/buffalo-national-river-receives-2016-active-trails-grant-from-the-national-park-foundation.htm Thu, 25 Feb 2016 07:02:00 EST Buffalo National River is one of 25 national parks selected to receive a 2016 Active Trails grant from the National Park Foundation https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/buffalo-national-river-receives-2016-active-trails-grant-from-the-national-park-foundation.htm https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/chronic-wasting-disease-confirmed-in-one-arkansas.htm Tue, 23 Feb 2016 07:00:00 EST Chronic Wasting Disease found in one elk harvested during October hunt. https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/chronic-wasting-disease-confirmed-in-one-arkansas.htm https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/buffalo-national-river-thanks-local-partner-organizations.htm Tue, 12 Jan 2016 06:34:00 EST acknowledge the support the park has received thus far from our partners within the local community. https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/buffalo-national-river-thanks-local-partner-organizations.htm https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/river-closure-lifted-as-damage-assessment-continues.htm Wed, 30 Dec 2015 06:22:00 EST Flood receding, damage assessments ongoing. https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/river-closure-lifted-as-damage-assessment-continues.htm https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/river-closure-due-to-flooding-announced.htm Mon, 28 Dec 2015 04:34:00 EST Buffalo National River was closed to river traffic today due to flooding caused by the extended heavy rains over the weekend. https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/river-closure-due-to-flooding-announced.htm https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/centennial-iron-ranger-challenge.htm Tue, 22 Dec 2015 07:00:00 EST Participants may choose to hike, bike, paddle, walk, run, or roll 100 miles in any of the national parks in Arkansas. Visitors who complete 100 miles of activity will receive a certificate and a commemorative patch to recognize their accomplishment. https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/centennial-iron-ranger-challenge.htm https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/prescribed-fires-planned-at-buffalo-national-river.htm Tue, 06 Oct 2015 08:33:00 EST Buffalo National River is planning to conduct prescribed fire operations between October 7 and November 31, 2015. https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/prescribed-fires-planned-at-buffalo-national-river.htm https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/AR-National-Parks-Share-Centennial-Plans.htm Thu, 12 Mar 2015 06:56:00 EST Representatives of the Arkansas national parks spoke to tourism industry leaders about the upcoming NPS Centennial celebration being planned for 2016. https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/AR-National-Parks-Share-Centennial-Plans.htm https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/all-buffalo-national-river-fires-are-contained-and-controlled.htm Mon, 26 Jan 2015 04:14:00 EST All Buffalo National River fires are contained and controlled; closure lifted https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/all-buffalo-national-river-fires-are-contained-and-controlled.htm https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/wildfire-threatens-rush-historic-district-of-buffalo-national-river.htm Fri, 23 Jan 2015 10:19:00 EST At about 4 pm yesterday (1/22) a new fire was discovered by NPS staff, burning near the Rush Campground (Marion County). https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/wildfire-threatens-rush-historic-district-of-buffalo-national-river.htm https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/buffalo-national-river-wildfire-update.htm Wed, 21 Jan 2015 10:25:00 EST The active fire situation in the lower half of Buffalo National River appears to be slowing down at present. All four fires are 100% contained with the smaller ones burned out. https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/buffalo-national-river-wildfire-update.htm https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/woman-injured-when-thrown-from-mule.htm Tue, 20 Jan 2015 10:20:00 EST Upper Buffalo River Rangers received a report of a woman with an injury three miles downstream from Steel Creek on the Old River Trail. https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/woman-injured-when-thrown-from-mule.htm https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/buffalo-national-river-fire-update.htm Tue, 20 Jan 2015 08:48:00 EST There are at least four discrete fires burning in or near Buffalo National River as of 1 pm, Tuesday, January 20, 2015. https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/buffalo-national-river-fire-update.htm https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/lower-buffalo-wilderness-fire-update.htm Mon, 19 Jan 2015 09:57:00 EST With no change in humidity and winds continuing through the night the fire has increased to involve four separate areas, all within the same area of the Lower Buffalo Wilderness. The current (10:30 am) estimate of the areas involved is 185-200 acres. https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/lower-buffalo-wilderness-fire-update.htm https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/wildfire-reported-in-lower-buffalo-wilderness.htm Sun, 18 Jan 2015 09:47:00 EST At approximately 2 pm on Sunday, January 18, 2015, a call was received by Buffalo National River Dispatch reporting a fire in the vicinity of Jackson Ridge in the Lower Buffalo Wilderness, Marion County. https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/wildfire-reported-in-lower-buffalo-wilderness.htm https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/2014-prosperous-year-for-park-concessioners.htm Thu, 08 Jan 2015 07:00:00 EST According to park officials, the twelve concessioners who provide canoe rentals and shuttle services along the river saw a 25 percent increase in canoe rentals over 2013. https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/2014-prosperous-year-for-park-concessioners.htm https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/holiday-closures.htm Fri, 19 Dec 2014 07:22:00 EST The Tyler Bend and Buffalo Point Visitor Centers will be closed on Christmas Day, December 26, and January 1. https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/holiday-closures.htm https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/deputy-superintendent.htm Fri, 05 Dec 2014 07:00:00 EST Laura A. Miller, former Superintendent of President William Jefferson Clinton Birthplace Home National Historic Site [Hope, AR], has been named Deputy Superintendent of Buffalo National River [Harrison, AR]. https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/deputy-superintendent.htm https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/nighttime-resuce.htm Mon, 01 Dec 2014 02:00:00 EST Mr. Cameron McLaughlan, 21, of Ozark, Missouri was rock-climbing with a friend in the Hemmed-in-Hollow area of Buffalo National River’s Ponca Wilderness yesterday when he fell approximately 25 feet from near the top of the bluff onto a ledge. https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/nighttime-resuce.htm https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/bioblitz.htm Fri, 10 Oct 2014 08:00:00 EST Buffalo National River, in conjunction with the Heartland Inventory and Monitoring Network, will sponsor a BioBlitz held on October 18, 2014 at the Toney Bend Research Facility near Rush, Arkansas at 9:00 am. https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/bioblitz.htm https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/search-successful.htm Mon, 06 Oct 2014 11:26:00 EST Cindy Hawse was located by a National Park Service-led team at approximately 1:35 pm today (Monday, October 6) https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/search-successful.htm https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/search-for-missing-woman-in-cecil-cove-area.htm Mon, 06 Oct 2014 09:11:00 EST Sometime in the early hours of Sunday, October 5, a young woman disappeared from her campsite in the Cecil Cove area of Buffalo National River. https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/search-for-missing-woman-in-cecil-cove-area.htm https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/erbie-campground-open.htm Thu, 02 Oct 2014 06:03:00 EST Buffalo National River is pleased to announce that the Erbie Campground -- located off Hwy 7 between Jasper and Harrison -- has reopened. https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/erbie-campground-open.htm https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/applications-for-guided-services.htm Thu, 02 Oct 2014 05:53:00 EST The National Park Service is now accepting applications for Commercial Use Authorizations to conduct water based commercial activities at Buffalo National River. https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/applications-for-guided-services.htm https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/buffalo-national-river-accepting-applications-for-guided-services.htm Wed, 01 Oct 2014 10:47:00 EST The National Park Service is now accepting applications for Commercial Use Authorizations to conduct water based commercial activities at Buffalo National River. https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/buffalo-national-river-accepting-applications-for-guided-services.htm https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/smoke-in-the-air.htm Mon, 29 Sep 2014 10:16:00 EST In addition over the next 90 days the National Park Service in Arkansas plans to conduct prescribed fires at Buffalo National River, Pea Ridge National Military Park, and Hot Springs National Park. https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/smoke-in-the-air.htm https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/fall-tours-of-boxley-mill.htm Thu, 25 Sep 2014 09:01:00 EST The National Park Service and Buffalo National River Partners are pleased to announce free self-guided tours of the Boxley Grist Mill at Buffalo National River during each weekend of October . https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/fall-tours-of-boxley-mill.htm https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/superintendent-for-clinton-birthplace.htm Tue, 16 Sep 2014 04:00:00 EST Tarona Armstrong has been selected as the Superintendent of President William Jefferson Clinton Birthplace Home National Historic Site (NHS) in Hope, Ark. https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/superintendent-for-clinton-birthplace.htm https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/shooting-incident-at-buffalo-point-campground.htm Wed, 10 Sep 2014 10:37:00 EST At approximately 5:15 pm on Monday, September 8, National Park Service and Marion County Sheriff law enforcement responded to a 911 call by park campers reporting gunshots in Loop A of the Buffalo Point Campground located within Buffalo National River. https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/shooting-incident-at-buffalo-point-campground.htm https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/youth-conservation-corps-impact-on-buffalo-national-river.htm Thu, 31 Jul 2014 11:53:00 EST Twenty Youth Conservation Corps (YCC) participants have been busy most of this summer assisting Buffalo National River staff with numerous projects to help protect and maintain the river and park. https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/youth-conservation-corps-impact-on-buffalo-national-river.htm https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/use-of-unmanned-aircraft-banned-from-national-park-system.htm Fri, 18 Jul 2014 09:31:00 EST National Park Service Director Jonathan B. Jarvis has issued a policy memorandum to ensure that the use of unmanned aircraft is addressed by the NPS before a significant level of such use occurs within the National Park System. https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/use-of-unmanned-aircraft-banned-from-national-park-system.htm https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/buffalo-national-river-provides-ranger-guided-activities.htm Fri, 18 Jul 2014 09:23:00 EST Buffalo National River received an Active Trails grant from the National Park Foundation to provide a variety of activities this summer and fall. https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/buffalo-national-river-provides-ranger-guided-activities.htm https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/buffalo-river-ranger-reaches-out-to-area-seniors.htm Fri, 18 Jul 2014 09:17:00 EST One Buffalo River ranger is putting a new spin on “rangering” by reaching out to area seniors. https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/buffalo-river-ranger-reaches-out-to-area-seniors.htm https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/hiker-falls-on-lost-valley-trail.htm Tue, 15 Jul 2014 11:46:00 EST On the evening of July 14th, an 18-year-old Jonesboro man slipped and fell while attempting to cross a rock gap at the top of Eden Falls, off of the Lost Valley trail, at Buffalo National River. https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/hiker-falls-on-lost-valley-trail.htm https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/park-restrooms-open.htm Tue, 27 May 2014 11:32:00 EST Visitors to Buffalo National River will soon find that almost all of the restrooms previously closed due to budget shortfalls will be opened as soon as possible... https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/park-restrooms-open.htm https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/boxley-valley-mill-tours.htm Fri, 09 May 2014 10:50:00 EST The National Park Service and Buffalo National River is pleased to announce that the historic Boxley Grist Mill will be open Saturday, May 24th. https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/boxley-valley-mill-tours.htm https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/end-of-search-for-overdue-hunter.htm Tue, 06 May 2014 04:39:00 EST At approximately 4 pm today (Monday) the body of James Wilson Taylor was located upstream of Baker Ford near Rocky Hollow. https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/end-of-search-for-overdue-hunter.htm https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/search-for-missing-searcy-county-hunter-continues.htm Mon, 05 May 2014 07:48:00 EST Searcy County resident Wilson Taylor left early Friday morning for a turkey hunt along the Buffalo River near Baker Ford but did not return by nightfall and was reported overdue by family members early Saturday morning. https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/search-for-missing-searcy-county-hunter-continues.htm https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/youth-conservation-corps-positions-now-available.htm Thu, 10 Apr 2014 06:27:00 EST Eight Youth Conservation Corps (YCC) positions available. https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/youth-conservation-corps-positions-now-available.htm https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/search-and-rescue-in-the-ponca-wilderness.htm Mon, 17 Mar 2014 04:14:00 EST On Sunday, March 16, Buffalo National River Search and Rescue successfully assisted with the extrication of a 17 year old woman from the Ponca Wilderness. https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/search-and-rescue-in-the-ponca-wilderness.htm https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/fire-activity.htm Fri, 14 Mar 2014 10:23:00 EST Whether you smell it or see it, the presence of smoke in the air is generally widespread this week as a combination of prescribed and wildfires appear on the Ozark landscape. https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/fire-activity.htm https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/sex-offender-sentenced.htm Tue, 25 Feb 2014 03:24:00 EST On July 21, 2013, rangers received a report of the sexual assault of a 12-year-old girl at Ozark Campground during the Memorial Day weekend. https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/sex-offender-sentenced.htm https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/correction-to-2014-fishing-regulations-on-the-buffalo.htm Mon, 24 Feb 2014 03:47:00 EST It has come to the attention of Buffalo River staff that a change in the 2014 Fishing Guidebook, published by the Arkansas Game and Fish Commission, states that snagging is prohibited on the river per NPS regulation. https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/correction-to-2014-fishing-regulations-on-the-buffalo.htm https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/buffalo-national-river-launches-community-partners-program.htm Fri, 21 Feb 2014 03:51:00 EST Earlier this week Buffalo National River launched a Community Partners program that is intended to improve visitor information services and strengthen communications and relationships with local businesses and organizations. https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/buffalo-national-river-launches-community-partners-program.htm https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/talkin-trash-with-the-national-park-service.htm Tue, 11 Feb 2014 03:57:00 EST The new ‘Give Us a Hand’ policy, which places the onus on park visitors to responsibly manage the waste they bring into the park, is modeled after similar initiatives implemented at George Washington Memorial Parkway and state parks in Ohio, Delaware, and Maryland. https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/talkin-trash-with-the-national-park-service.htm https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/tyler-bend-visitor-center-closed-for-repairs.htm Fri, 10 Jan 2014 04:03:00 EST Office spaces received water damage last Tuesday (1/7/2014) when an overhead sprinkler system pipe broke. https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/tyler-bend-visitor-center-closed-for-repairs.htm https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/steel-creek-campground-reopens-for-winter.htm Wed, 27 Nov 2013 06:23:00 EST Buffalo National River is pleased to reopen the Steel Creek Campground, including the horsecamp, beginning Friday evening, November 29th. https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/steel-creek-campground-reopens-for-winter.htm https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/lost-valley-trail-work-slowed-by-cold-and-rain.htm Thu, 21 Nov 2013 07:59:00 EST Buffalo National River maintenance reports that the Lost Valley Trail will likely remain closed for another week and a half. https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/lost-valley-trail-work-slowed-by-cold-and-rain.htm https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/buffalo-national-river-plan-released.htm Thu, 14 Nov 2013 08:41:00 EST Buffalo National River has released its operational plan of visitor facilities for FY14. Visitors will find some changes next year, such as the absence of trash cans and recycling bins in many localities. The park is asking the public to “Give Us a Hand” and pack out what you pack in. https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/buffalo-national-river-plan-released.htm https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/buffalo-national-river-campground-fees-to-increase-on-november-15.htm Wed, 13 Nov 2013 09:58:00 EST Buffalo National River is increasing the fee at five developed campgrounds. This is the first fee increase at Buffalo National River in ten years, made necessary by rising operational costs. https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/buffalo-national-river-campground-fees-to-increase-on-november-15.htm https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/construction-to-close-lost-valley-trail-in-november.htm Tue, 12 Nov 2013 05:25:00 EST Long-awaited construction is scheduled to take place next week on the popular Lost Valley hiking trail in Boxley Valley. https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/construction-to-close-lost-valley-trail-in-november.htm https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/agricultural-use-permits-available-at-buffalo-national-river.htm Wed, 06 Nov 2013 11:09:00 EST The National Park Service is soliciting bids for agricultural permits covering thirty-four (34) parcels in portions of Buffalo National River within Newton and Searcy Counties in Arkansas. https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/agricultural-use-permits-available-at-buffalo-national-river.htm https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/tours-offered-of-historic-1870s-grist-mill.htm Fri, 25 Oct 2013 05:50:00 EST This weekend, visitors will have an opportunity to tour the mill and learn more about the history of Boxley Valley. https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/tours-offered-of-historic-1870s-grist-mill.htm https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/ponca-and-erbie-horsecamp-reopen.htm Tue, 11 Jun 2013 09:43:00 EST Two additional closures have been lifted through volunteerism. https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/ponca-and-erbie-horsecamp-reopen.htm https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/search-ended-for-diving-victim.htm Mon, 03 Jun 2013 09:48:00 EST The body of 27 year old Stephen A Carney of Austin TX who had jumped from a high bluff last Friday and never resurfaced was located at about 4 pm (Sunday). https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/search-ended-for-diving-victim.htm https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/update-on-search-efforts-for-diving-victim.htm Sun, 02 Jun 2013 10:00:00 EST The search continues for a 28 year-old male subject who failed to surface after diving off a 25-foot-high bluff on the Buffalo River Friday afternoon. https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/update-on-search-efforts-for-diving-victim.htm https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/bluff-diving-fatality-and-search-on-upper-buffalo-river.htm Sat, 01 Jun 2013 10:33:00 EST At approximately 2 pm on Friday, May 31, Newton County 911 was notified by cell phone of an accident that took place just downstream from Erbie on the Buffalo River... https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/bluff-diving-fatality-and-search-on-upper-buffalo-river.htm https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/prescribed-fire-in-lower-wilderness.htm Thu, 17 Jan 2013 11:00:00 EST Buffalo National River will conduct a controlled burn inside the Lower Buffalo Wilderness area. https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/prescribed-fire-in-lower-wilderness.htm https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/water-awards.htm Wed, 16 Jan 2013 10:46:00 EST Buffalo National River received the overall award for 2012 for Small Wastewater Systems https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/water-awards.htm https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/proposed-fee-increase.htm Fri, 21 Dec 2012 03:00:00 EST Buffalo National River is seeking public comment and opinion on its proposal to increase fees at eight developed campgrounds. If approved, the new fee rates would become effective March 15, 2013. This would be the first campground fee increase to be enacted at Buffalo National River since 2003. https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/proposed-fee-increase.htm https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/emergency-phones-reinstalled.htm Tue, 06 Nov 2012 10:37:00 EST Buffalo River Chamber of Commerce working in partnership with Ritter Communications and the National Park Service is re-installing emergency and courtesy pay phones https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/emergency-phones-reinstalled.htm https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/lost-valley-environmental-assessment.htm Thu, 06 Sep 2012 08:46:00 EST The National Park Service (NPS) has initiated work on an Environmental Assessment (EA) and is seeking public and agency input for the proposed Lost Valley Flood Repairs project. https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/lost-valley-environmental-assessment.htm https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/buffalo-point-campground-closure.htm Tue, 06 Sep 2011 10:35:00 EST The Buffalo Point Campground will be closed from noon on Sunday, September 11th, until noon on Monday, September 19th, 2011 for road resurfacing. https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/buffalo-point-campground-closure.htm https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/safety-advisory-for-compton-erbie-road.htm Fri, 19 Aug 2011 05:48:00 EST Vehicular travel on 2.6 miles of Newton County Road 19 between the Hideout Hollow Trailhead and Erbie is not recommended. https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/safety-advisory-for-compton-erbie-road.htm https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/lost-valley-reopens.htm Thu, 16 Jun 2011 10:10:00 EST Lost Valley is open again since the 2011 April flood took out the bridge, scoured the trail, and created a number of unsafe areas. https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/lost-valley-reopens.htm https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/ycc-workers-begin-job.htm Fri, 10 Jun 2011 09:56:00 EST The Youth Conservation Corp team, consisting of area students has hit the ground running in its first week of work at Buffalo National River. https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/ycc-workers-begin-job.htm https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/art-in-the-park.htm Thu, 26 May 2011 20:00:00 EST Join our Artist in Residence (AIR) at Buffalo Point Ranger Station at 3:00 pm on June 2nd for an introductory discussion... https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/art-in-the-park.htm https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/buffalo-point-annual-fishing-clinic.htm Wed, 25 May 2011 20:00:00 EST Attention aspiring anglers and fishermen interested in passing on the proud tradition of fishing in the Ozark waterways. https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/buffalo-point-annual-fishing-clinic.htm https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/search-continues-for-drowning-victim.htm Wed, 25 May 2011 20:00:00 EST Day 2 of victim search https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/search-continues-for-drowning-victim.htm https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/search-underway-for-newton-county-man-in-buffalo-national-river.htm Tue, 24 May 2011 20:00:00 EST On Tuesday evening at approximately 7 pm, May 24, 2011, Newton County resident 21 year old David Boyd, disappeared in the Buffalo River while attempting to swim to the other side. https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/search-underway-for-newton-county-man-in-buffalo-national-river.htm https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/harrison-community-garden-partners-with-buffalo-national-river.htm Sun, 22 May 2011 20:00:00 EST The City of Harrison and Buffalo National River have entered into a unique partnership to reuse and recycle horse manure. https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/harrison-community-garden-partners-with-buffalo-national-river.htm https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/flood-recovery-update-may-12.htm Wed, 11 May 2011 20:00:00 EST Buffalo National River is continuing to assess and repair flood damage. https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/flood-recovery-update-may-12.htm https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/buffalo-national-river-flood-recovery-efforts.htm Fri, 06 May 2011 20:00:00 EST May 7 Flood Update https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/buffalo-national-river-flood-recovery-efforts.htm https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/flood-update-may-7.htm Fri, 06 May 2011 20:00:00 EST Buffalo National River Flood Update for May 7 https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/flood-update-may-7.htm https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/buffalo-national-river-recovering-from-flood.htm Thu, 05 May 2011 20:00:00 EST Buffalo National River Recovering from Flood https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/buffalo-national-river-recovering-from-flood.htm https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/buffalo-river-backcountry-horsemen-thank-the-buffalo-national-river-trail-crew.htm Mon, 02 May 2011 20:00:00 EST Buffalo River Backcountry Horsemen recently hosted a barbeque at the Tyler Bend Pavillion to congratulate and thank the Buffalo National River trail crew https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/buffalo-river-backcountry-horsemen-thank-the-buffalo-national-river-trail-crew.htm https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/flood-update-may-3.htm Mon, 02 May 2011 20:00:00 EST Flood Update for May 3 https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/flood-update-may-3.htm https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/flood-update-may-2.htm Sun, 01 May 2011 20:00:00 EST Flood update for Buffalo National River https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/flood-update-may-2.htm https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/environmental-assessment.htm Wed, 01 Sep 2010 04:00:00 EST Buffalo National River (BNR) has prepared an environmental assessment (EA) and is seeking public comment for the proposed Facilities Improvements project to determine if the project could potentially result in any significant impacts to the natural or human environment. https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/environmental-assessment.htm https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/mill-creek-sewage.htm Tue, 22 Jun 2010 07:27:00 EST Health concerns remain regarding bacteria concentrations in Mill Creek, a tributary of the Buffalo River in Newton County, Arkansas, following a breakdown in a local septic system in January of 2009. https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/mill-creek-sewage.htm https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/cave-closures.htm Tue, 01 Jun 2010 04:00:00 EST To help stop the spread of the Geomyces sp. fungus suspected to be the causative agent of White Nose Syndrome, most park caves are closed to recreational caving until further notice. https://www.nps.gov/buff/learn/news/cave-closures.htm