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Take a step back in time as we hike through the Meadow & Old Farm Loop, stopping by the historic Rookard House and Yarborough Cabin to learn about wild edibles, early settlers, and Ozark history. 🌰🍎 Discover the plants early homesteaders relied on and even taste a bit of wild foraged inspiration!

Join guest presenter Tim Hammer for a hands-on fall foraging class at Kessler Mountain — a presentation, Q&A, and guided foraging hike through the woods.

September Theme: Focus on Fall 🍂Get ready for autumn’s arrival on this guided hike! Learn about fall wild edibles, observe early bird migrations, and explore the first hints of changing leaves. This 1-mile hike is great for families and anyone eager to experience nature’s seasonal shift.

ONSC's annual fundraiser! Join us for a weekend of live music, delicious food, camping (limited lodging available - book early), and community at the Main Campus in Huntsville, AR. Tickets go on sale July 15th!

Location: ONSC's Lake Fayetteville campus. Join Instructor Jay Justice to learn common fall mushrooms. Class includes a lecture, foray, and mushroom identification

Spend the weekend with mycologist Jay Justice and mushroom educator Mike Snyder for guided forays, hands-on identification, and mycocentric meals in the Ozarks.

Follow the trails of Bear Hollow Natural Area and explore the history of the Osage and other Native American peoples who lived in the Ozarks long before us. Learn about their traditions, survival skills, and deep connection to the land as we reflect on the past and its impact on today’s landscapes.

November Theme: Nest & Nook Hunting 🍂🪹With leaves falling, nature’s secrets are easier to spot! Search for nests, animal homes, and wildlife signs like deer rubbings, beaver chews, and twig girdled sticks. This 1-mile hike is perfect for curious explorers of all ages.

❄️Celebrate the shortest days of the year with a winter wonderland hike! Learn to identify trees in winter, spot animal tracks and scat, and explore the magic of winter weather.

Ever wondered why the hills rise, the valleys dip, or why those layered rock bluffs appear just so? This trip is your chance to discover the answers—all while enjoying the ride.

December Theme: Winter Solstice Wonderland ❄️Celebrate the shortest day of the year with a winter wonderland hike! Learn to identify trees in winter, spot animal tracks and scat, and explore the magic of winter weather.

🌍 Join geologists Chris Moyer & Mac McGilvery for a guided hike of the Rock City and Fayetteville Traverse trails at Kessler Mountain! 🏞️ Discover Fayetteville’s ancient geologic history, stunning outcrops, and local wildlife. 🌿 Don’t miss this exclusive adventure! 🌟

We welcome volunteers to join us for this exciting opportunity to shadow our staff and veteran volunteers for training on facilitating our Kessler Mountain field trips. We’ll review everything you need to know for leading and assisting with Kessler Mountain field trips!

We welcome volunteers to join us for this exciting opportunity to shadow our staff and veteran volunteers for training on assisting with ONSC field trips and camps.

Do you want to volunteer for ONSC on a unique project? Help us improve our gift shop!

Do you want to volunteer for ONSC on a special ONSC Alumni Project? ONSC has provided amazing educational experiences for students, campers, and adults (including staff) for over 30 years now--that makes for so many alumni! We need help compiling (and updating) alumni contact information.

Do you want to volunteer for ONSC on a very special ONSC History Project? We have been gathering photos, interviews, and more about ONSC's history, and we could use help with organizing, transcribing, and even further collecting of information.

Join Justin Bulla, ONSC Board President, for a casual community happy hour at Ozark Beer Co. Donations welcome, and a portion of all sales will be donated to ONSC.