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February 23, 2024

Things to do in Batesville and Jonesboro, Arkansas

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Northeast Arkansas will be in the direct line of totality for the April 2024 eclipse! It’s a wonderful corner of the state with so many fun things to do in Batesville and Jonesboro. There’s nothing quite like experiencing the darkness of a total eclipse, and our Executive Team Member Nichole Holze knows firsthand how momentous it can be. She had the opportunity to travel to the northeast part of the state to discover all there…

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February 11, 2024

Family Fun Around Russellville, Arkansas

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A total solar eclipse is coming to North America! It arrives on April 8th, 2024, and it’s sure to be a spectacular experience. The line of totality moves across the United States from south-central Texas northeast to Maine! Almost all of Arkansas is included in the path. Arkansas is a great place to visit; there are cities across the state ready to welcome you! The cities of Clinton, Morrilton, and Russellville, Arkansas, are ready for…

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January 18, 2024

Family Friendly Things to Do in Mena, Arkansas

In FAMILY TRAVEL, HIKE, INFORMATION, LOCAL GEMS

In the heart of the scenic Ouachita Mountains, Mena, Arkansas, is a hidden gem for families wanting to experience the upcoming solar eclipse on the line of totality. With incredible outdoor experiences, historical charm, and a wide variety of unique indoor and outdoor kid-friendly activities, Mena is the perfect destination for those seeking a memorable family getaway and the ideal location to witness the eclipse with your family. Arkansas mom of two, Nichole Holze, will…

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March 13, 2023

10 Kid Friendly Adventures in NW Arkansas

In FAMILY TRAVEL, OUTDOOR ACTIVITIES

Northwest Arkansas is an amazing destination for families. The area (consisting of Bentonville, Fayetteville, Rogers, and the surrounding area) is packed with lakes, rivers, hiking and biking trails, parks, and other fantastic recreation areas for families. Today, Executive Team member and Arkansas mom of two, Nichole Holze, is here sharing her family’s favorite kid-friendly adventures in Northwest Arkansas. These recommendations are sure to take your exploration to the next level! We hope this post (and…

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July 25, 2022

Eureka Springs, Arkansas with Kids

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There is something fun about discovering a new and unique place together with your kids. Big cities usually get a lot of press, but sometimes, the small towns have the most fun of all. Arkansas may not be on your bucket list yet, but it should be! Executive Team member Nichole Holze recently took a summer vacation trip to Eureka Springs, Arkansas. She and her kids had a blast exploring this charming northwest Arkansas town….

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November 11, 2019

Digging for Crystals with Kids

In FAMILY TRAVEL, LOCAL GEMS, OUTDOOR ACTIVITIES

Have you ever considered going on a real-life treasure hunt with your kids? You’ve probably heard of places where you can pan for gold or hunt for geodes, but what about digging for crystals and diamonds? Today, we have Nichole, homeschool mom of two and outdoor adventurer, here sharing her family’s newest hobby, digging for crystals! Did you know that Central Arkansas is home to some of the most amazing clear crystal quartz in the entire…

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July 31, 2018

Hiking & Creeking Little Missouri Falls with Kids

In HIKE, LOCAL GEMS, OUTDOOR ACTIVITIES

If you know me and my kids, you know we love nothing more than exploring a good creek. Creeks offer so many opportunities for educational lessons, outdoor adventure and good old-fashioned fun. Which is why I’m super excited to share this post with you today from another creek-loving mama. Nichole Holze and her family spent some time exploring Little Missouri Falls in the Ouachita National Forest, near Hot Springs, Arkansas. She’s here sharing their adventure,…

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October 4, 2017

Fly Fishing with Kids at Dry Run Creek, Arkansas

In FAMILY TRAVEL, FISH, LOCAL GEMS, MCFAMILY, OUTDOOR ACTIVITIES

Dry Run Creek near Mountain Home, Arkansas has been called “the best quarter mile of trout fishing in the world.” However, you won’t find the world’s best fishermen here – you’ll only find kids! A true gem of a fishing location, it only takes one walk along the banks of Dry Run Creek for every fly fishing adult to wish they were a kid again, if only for a day. Fly fishing with kids at…

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