E XPLO RE While exploring the outdoors, test your survival skills and
respected big cat sanctuaries in North America. Spend the day
camp under the stars. The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers oper-
learning about African lions, leopards, and servals; Bengal and
ates 673 camping sites in 11 parks around Beaver Lake. There
Siberian tigers; and native black bears, bobcats and cougars
are also several private RV and campground facilities available
housed in spacious 5,000 to 20,000 square foot habitats.TCWR
in the area.
also offers an RV park for those wishing to stay near the refuge!
War Eagle Cavern on Beaver Lake is one of the top attrac-
The Ozark Natural Science Center provides educational
tions to include when planning your trip. The cavern offers hours
programs that immerse participants in the wonder of the Ozarks
of fun for all ages touring the cave, feeding fish from the boat
ecosystems and celebrate ecological and cultural diversity, fos-
dock, uncovering fossils at The Big Dig, and exploring the Lost
ter conservation and stewardship, and nurture appreciation of
in the Woods Maze. Feeling more adventurous? Join the team
nature in the Ozarks. The J.B. and Johnelle Hunt Family Ozark
for a spelunking tour of the cavern. Just down the road is the
Highlands Nature Center features a 32,000 square foot facility
War Eagle Mill, the only working water-powered grist mill in the
on over 61 acres to learn about the natural world and outdoor
state. Browse the Mill store for crafts, baskets, jams, jellies, and
recreation in Northwest Arkansas.
stone-ground whole grain meals and mixes. Watch the miller at work, feed the geese, wander the grounds with historic home sites, and enjoy breakfast or lunch. Visit the third weekend of every October for the Northwest Arkansas Fall Craft Fairs. For the animal lovers, Turpentine Creek Wildlife Refuge
For more specifics and to plan your next outdoor adventure, head to
www.DESTINATIONROGERS.com
is located on over 450 acres, one of the largest and most
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