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WHERE PEACE OF MIND COMES EASY MOUNTAIN HOME IS ONE OF THE BEST PLACES TO RETIRE

RANKED AS ONE OF THE TOP PLACES TO RETIRE IN THE UNITED STATES

- RAND MCNALLY

- AARP'S SUN BELT RETIREMENT

MOUNTAIN HOME AREA IS AN UNDISCOVERED HAVEN - WHERE TO RETIRE MAGAZINE

Commitment.

Dedication.

Compassion.

Every day, the physicians of Baxter Regional Medical Center touch the lives of patients and families throughout the communities we serve. The growth and success of our health system is attributed to their commitment, care and compassion. We appreciate their dedication to providing the highest quality of care and the latest technological advances in healthcare, close to home.

ANESTHESIOLOGY Dr. Jon Connelley ...................... (870) 424-7070 Dr. Andrea Correll ..................... (870) 508-6700 Dr. David Kelley ......................... (870) 508-6700 Dr. William R. King..................... (870) 424-7070 Dr. Benjamin Mathews .............. (870) 508-6700 Dr. Leonard Dale Morgan......... (870) 424-7070 Dr. Philomina Thuruthumaly..... (870) 508-6700 Dr. Charles Zehm ....................... (870) 424-7070 CARDIOLOGY Dr. Michael Camp ..................... (870) 425-8288 Dr. Akihiro Kobayashi ................ (870) 425-8288 Dr. Jamon Pruitt......................... (870) 425-8288 Dr. Ron Revard ........................... (870) 741-6065 Dr. Patrick Tobbia ...................... (870) 425-8288 Dr. Otis Warr IV .......................... (870) 425-8288 CARDIOTHORACIC SURGERY Dr. Louis W. Elkins ..................... (870) 508-3200 Dr. James Munns ....................... (870) 508-3200 DENTISTRY Dr. Bernard Petkovich ............... (870) 425-9757 Dr. Paul Reese ............................ (870) 424-5900 Dr. Randy Simpson .................... (870) 424-4646 Dr. John V. Sullivant ................... (870) 425-4242 Dr. Stephen Vester .................... (870) 425-7645 DERMATOLOGY Dr. Mark Hammonds ................. (870) 425-5464 Dr. Mark King ............................. (870) 425-5464 EAR, NOSE & THROAT (Otolaryngology) Dr. Monty R. Barker ................... (870) 424-4200 Dr. John Neis ............................. (870) 424-4200 Dr. Paul R. Neis .......................... (870) 424-4200 EMERGENCY MEDICINE Dr. Billy Bisswanger ................... (870) 508-1139 Dr. Phillip Bufford ...................... (870) 508-1139 Dr. Kolton Fraser........................ (870) 508-1139 Dr. Michelle Godfrey ................. (870) 508-1139 Dr. Allen C. Jackson .................. (870) 508-1139 Dr. Dana Kinney ......................... (870) 508-1139 Dr. Caleb Pingel......................... (870) 508-1139

Dr. Melissa Quevillon ................ (870) 508-1139 Dr. Bradley Schulz...................... (870) 508-1139 Dr. David Stills............................ (870) 508-1139 Dr. Mark West ............................ (870) 508-1139

NEUROSURGERY Dr. Lucas Bradley .......................(870) 508-7080 Dr. Allan Gocio .......................... (870) 508-7080 Dr. Adam Smitherman .............. (870) 508-7080

FAMILY MEDICINE Dr. Bradley Bibb ........................ (870) 994-7301 Dr. Shawn D. Bogle ................... (870) 449-4221 Dr. Andrea Bounds ................... (870) 425-6971 Dr. Ronald Bruton ...................... (870) 492-5995 Dr. Cathy Clary ........................... (870) 425-3131 Dr. Victor Chu ............................ (870) 741-6111 Dr. Mary Depper........................ (870) 425-6212 Dr. Geoffrey L. Dunaway ........... (870) 741-3252 Dr. J. Gregory Elders................. (870) 425-6971 Dr. Brittney W. Frisby................. (870) 508-7600 Dr. Adam Gray ........................... (870) 916-2150 Dr. Michael S. Hagaman ........... (870) 492-5995 Dr. Michael Hodges .................. (870) 425-3131 Dr. John D. Irvin ......................... (870) 269-7414 Dr. Kevin Jackson ...................... (870) 741-6111 Dr. George Lawrence ................ (870) 425-6971 Dr. Kam Lie ................................. (870) 425-6212 Dr. Candy Lincoln ...................... (870) 425-3030 Dr. Timothy A. McNamara ....... (870) 425-3131 Dr. Timothy C. Paden................ (870) 425-3030 Dr. Jamie Pritchard .................... (870) 492-5995 Dr. Lonnie Robinson.................. (870) 425-6971 Dr. John H. Scribner .................. (870) 895-3238 Dr. Eric G. Spann ....................... (870) 269-3447 Dr. Benjamin R. Stevens............ (870) 508-7600 Dr. James E. Thompson ........... (417) 256-3717 Dr. James Warr .......................... (870) 425-3030 Dr. Edward L. White .................. (870) 425-3131 Dr. Donald O. Wright ................ (870) 916-2000

OBSTETRICS/GYNECOLOGY Dr. Harley Barrow ...................... (870) 425-7300 Dr. Maureen Flowers ................ (870) 508-3260 Dr. Corey Smith ......................... (870) 508-3260

FAMILY MEDICINE/SPORTS MEDICINE Dr. Heather Hammonds ........... (870) 425-5464 GASTROENTEROLOGY Dr. Bodunrin S. Badejo ............. (870) 425-4416 Dr. William S. Dyer Sr. . ............. (870) 425-4416 HEMATOLOGY & ONCOLOGY Dr. R. Bruce White ..................... (870) 425-4402 Dr. Dmitriy Zak ........................... (870) 425-4402 HOSPITALIST Dr. Almas Chughtai ................... (870) 424-3181 Dr. Melissa Dirst-Roberts .......... (870) 424-3181 Dr. Lincoln Godfrey ................... (870) 424-3181 Dr. Daniel Goodwin................... (870) 424-3181 Dr. Arlene Johnson ................... (870) 424-3181 Dr. Richard D. Schmidt ............. (870) 424-3181 Dr. EJ Scott ................................ (870) 424-3181 Dr. David Waddell ..................... (870) 424-3181 Dr. Steve Wilber ........................ (870) 424-3181 INTERNAL MEDICINE Dr. Lori M. Cheney .................... (870) 492-5995 Dr. Bethany L. Knight ................ (870) 916-2000 Dr. Lance R. Lincoln ................... (870) 425-3030 Dr. Shelley Warr ......................... (870) 425-3030 INTERNAL MEDICINE/INFECTIOUS DISEASE Dr. Raymond Bandy Jr.................(870) 508-7450 INTERNAL MEDICINE/PEDIATRICS Dr. Michael Adkins .................... (870) 424-3824 NEPHROLOGY Dr. Grant Mathews .................... (870) 425-1787 Dr. Daniel Valach ....................... (870) 508-5010

PHYSICIAN REFERRAL SERVICE: 1-800-695-DOCS (3627) | www.baxterregional.org The physicians included on this list are active on the medical staff of Baxter Regional Medical Center or 1/2022 associated with Baxter Regional Health System. The list is subject to change.

OPHTHALMOLOGY Dr. Allison Booth ....................... (870) 425-2277 Dr. William D. Hill ...................... (870) 425-2277 Dr. Kenneth M. Kilgore ............. (870) 424-4900 Dr. Douglas Marx....................... (870) 424-2020 Dr. J.Y. Massey ........................... (870) 424-2020 Dr. Ethan J. Wright .................... (870) 424-4900 ORTHOPAEDICS Dr. Donald B. Franklin III ........... (870) 424-3400 Dr. Thomas E. Knox ................... (870) 424-3400 Dr. Jason McConnell................. (870) 424-3400 Dr. M.B. “Win” Moore III .......... (870) 424-4710 Dr. Russ Rauls ............................. (870) 424-3400 PAIN MANAGEMENT Dr. Ira D. Chatman..................... (870) 508-5900 Dr. Ryan Krafft ............................ (870) 508-5900 Dr. Matthew McNelley .............. (870) 508-5900 PATHOLOGY Dr. Steve Douglas...................... (870) 508-1890 Dr. Christopher G. Webb ......... (870) 508-1890 PEDIATRICS Dr. Samantha Shipman ............. (870) 424-3824 Dr. Shayna Wood....................... (870) 424-3824 PLASTIC SURGERY Dr. Adam G. Newman .............. (870) 425-6398 PODIATRY Dr. Eric Arp ................................. (870) 425-7363 Dr. Kevin Steffen ........................ (870) 508-4000 PSYCHIATRY Dr. Witold P. Czerwinski ............ (870) 508-3400 Dr. Veronica Zak ......................... (870) 508-7610 PULMONOLOGY Dr. Brian I. Malte ....................... (870) 425-1787 Dr. Rebecca Martin................... (870) 425-1787 RADIOLOGY Dr. Matthew Kyle McAlister ......(870) 508-1160 Dr. Joe Tullis ...............................(870) 508-1160 Dr. Shane Whitlock ....................(870) 508-1160 Dr. Matthew Wilson...................(870) 508-1160 SURGERY - General, Thoracic, Vascular Dr. Jacob L. Dickinson .............. (870) 425-9120 Dr. Jennifer Foster ..................... (870) 425-9120 Dr. Malachi McCurdy ................ (870) 508-6960 Dr. Kent P. Nachtigal ................. (870) 508-3200 Dr. John M. Spore ..................... (870) 425-9120 UROLOGY Dr. Austin Barber .......................(870) 508-6020 Dr. Daniel Decker ......................(870) 508-6020 Dr. Jason Lindsay.......................(870) 701-0490 Dr. Daniel Zapata.......................(870) 508-6020

RETIREMENT MAGAZINE MOUNTAIN HOME AREA CHAMBER OF COMMERCE President and CEO Dani Pugsley Director of Marketing and Operations Katie Shay Schneider Director of Membership and Sales Erric Totty

— ENJOY YOUR BEST YEARS

CONTACT US Mountain Home Area Chamber of Commerce 1337 Highway 62 West Mountain Home, AR 72653 (870) 425-5111 EnjoyMountainHome.com

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FOR THOSE WHO LONG FOR A STRONGER CONNECTION AND PURPOSE TO THE NATURAL BEAUTY AROUND YOU — THERE'S A PLACE FOR YOU. Mountain Home has been nationally recognized as one of the best retirement communities in the United States.

Rand McNally rated Mountain Home as one of the best places to retire. AARP’s Sun Belt Retirement ranked the area as one of the top places to retire in the United States. Where to Retire magazine named the area “an undiscovered haven.”

Enjoy fishing and the outdoors? Outdoor Life magazine ranked Mountain Home as one of the top 20 cities in the United States for sportsmen, and Field & Stream magazine has Mountain Home ranked as the second best fishing town in America.

Combine these rankings with the low cost of living and a high quality of life including world-class healthcare, lower than average crime rates, numerous cultural activities and venues, top-ranked golf courses and incredible outdoor activities, and you will quickly see how attractive the area is to those of us getting into the next chapter of life.

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— LIVE OUTSIDE OF AVERAGE

WHY YOU SHOULD RETIRE TO MOUNTAIN HOME

FROM EXCELLENT MEDICAL CARE TO BEAUTIFUL SCENERY AND OUTDOOR ACTIVITIES, MOUNTAIN HOME IS NOT JUST A DESTINATION BUT A PLACE TO CALL HOME. Whether you’re an angler, boater, bicyclist, hiker, quilter or volunteer, Mountain Home, Arkansas, offers a range of opportunities for residents.

Dani Pugsley, the President and CEO of the Mountain Home Area Chamber of Commerce, moved to town from Spring Hill, Tennessee, in 2010. Her grandparents retired here, and Dani followed.

“The White River had always brought my grandfather and uncles here to fish, and when the time came to retire, Mountain Home provided my grandfather

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with the opportunity to golf and fish yearround,” she said. “While he spent time outdoors, my grandmother enjoyed her time with the Elkettes, where she loved to play bingo and have lunch with her friends.

“I didn’t see myself staying, however, I quickly fell in love with the area. It’s an amazing community that’s perfect for raising a family. Our healthcare and school systems are second to none.”

Outdoor activities abound to residents year-round with three rivers, two lakes,

golf courses, parks and many trails. Along with the outdoor recreation, Mountain Home provides many first-class shopping and dining opportunities.

The Mountain Home and the Twin Lakes area offer a low cost of living, low crime rate and outdoor recreation, providing a quality of life that you won’t find anywhere else. And the traffic? It’s nearly nonexistent, with a ten-minute trip considered a long commute.

“Most importantly, our residents are mindful of those who came before us,” she said. “We actively continue to preserve our community and the natural beauty that surrounds us.

“We’re not easy to get to, but once you’re here, you won’t want to leave.

“Our greatest strength is our ability to help people

MOUNTAIN HOME POPULATION 12,825 Population by Age Range (18 years and over) 82% (65 years and over) 28.8% EDUCATION High school or equivalent degree

(persons age 25+)

32.8% Bachelor’s degree or higher (persons age 25+)

17.7%

INCOME Median Household Income (In Cotter, Arkansas)

$40,408 (In Arkansas)

$48,952 EMPLOYMENT Employment Rate 50% COMMUTING Average travel time to work (in minutes) 10 Source: U.S. Census Bureau

feel like they belong and fit in within our community. Our residents genuinely care about one another. They want to say hello to you. They want to know how your family is doing. There is always someone to lend a hand.”

With community support comes many volunteer opportunities. Mountain Home retirees Jim and Jackie Neff met while volunteering at the nonprofit community hospital, Baxter Regional. They each had lost their spouse and met later in life.

One day Jackie learned that she would be training a new volunteer. “Along comes Mr. Jim Neff, and we matched,” Jackie says.

They’ve been married seven years and continue to volunteer.

Through Jim and Jackie’s volunteer work at the hospital, they noticed the staff’s attention to detail with patients.

“They have medical facilities that are very personal,” Jim says. “It’s really amazing the number of different specialties that we have and the quality of the doctors that want to come here, practice here and raise their families here.

It’s a smaller, safe community rather than a big city.”

“The area truly appreciates and has good programs in the works for the volunteers,” Jackie says.

Jim agrees, saying, “In my opinion, it’s the volunteer capital of the world.”

Retirees can explore indoor and outdoor activities, including quilting, antique shopping, flying, fly fishing and hunting in Mountain Home.

Jackie looked for the community aspect when she visited Mountain Home before

moving here, going to grocery stores to get to know the people.

“That was important going to a small town in a different state,” Jackie says. “When you’re not from the area sometimes, especially in a small town, you’re always an outsider. We never had that feeling.”

Jim agrees, saying, “You see the friendliness of people, the attitudes of folks, a lot of retirees; most of them appreciate what we have and want to make it better to sustain it.”

To the Neffs and many others, Mountain Home is a community worth calling home.

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— PASSIONATELY ROOTED THE RISKS ON PRESERVATION, THE ARTS AND GIVING BACK TO THE COMMUNITY IN GASSVILLE, ARKANSAS

Mike and Katie King Risk met on a church canoe trip, and are now celebrating 38 years of marriage. Katie is originally from Calico Rock, later moving to Mountain Home. Her husband Mike, a retired dentist, wanted to live in a safe area with outdoor activities, and the racquet club drew him to the area.

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“I looked around North Arkansas and the surrounding area, but Mountain Home was a bigger community which offered more amenities,” Mike says. “The great thing about it is, in the 40 years I have lived here, there are even more services and amenities as the town continues to grow.

It’s not just a one-shot deal.”

State tennis matches have given the Risks the opportunity to travel and spend quality time with community members.

“It’s the friendships,” Katie says. “Our tennis community has become like sisters and brothers.”

“I love to play tennis, but the best part is being with my friends I play regularly, you end up being a family,” Mike says. “We get to share and enjoy the people there.”

The Risks are also members of the Arkansas Master Naturalists, a statewide service organization, where they focus on volunteerism and protecting natural resources. The couple helps maintain trails, monitors streams and participates in wildlife presentations.

“I thought I’d read a lot of books when I retired, that I’d be looking for things to do in my spare time,” Mike says. “It’s been just the opposite. It’s a good place to be.”

Mike and Katie take advantage of other volunteer opportunities nearby with Friends of the River, an organization dedicated to monitoring river quality for the North Fork and White rivers. Volunteers help measure erosion and educate the community on water chemistry.

Mountain Home also provides opportunities to enjoy and get involved in the arts. The Vada Sheid Community Development Center houses the performing arts center, convention center,

GASSVILLE POPULATION 2,171 Population by Age Range (18 years and over) 69.2% (65 years and over) 15.1% EDUCATION High school or equivalent degree

(persons age 25+)

42.2% Bachelor’s degree or higher (persons age 25+)

13.1%

INCOME Median Household Income (In Gassville, Arkansas)

$39,115 (In Arkansas)

$48,952 EMPLOYMENT Employment Rate 53.8% COMMUTING Average travel time to work (in minutes) 18.3 Source: U.S. Census Bureau

amphitheater and more at Arkansas State University-Mountain Home. The center hosts a variety of live shows, including Broadway groups, guest lecture and concert series.

“If you have a passion, there’s something here that you can do,” Mike says. “That’s the good thing about being in a big retirement community. ” With Katie’s involvement in the church community, she works on crafting projects, donating quilts and more. She shares

MIKE AND KATIE KING RISK RAVE ABOUT RETIRING IN GASSVILLE, INCLUDING PRESERVING NATURAL RESOURCES, EDUCATING THE COMMUNITY AND SUPPORTING THE CITY’S ARTS AND CULTURE. that the not-for-profit Needs of Many helps local church groups collaborate on community projects with initiatives such as “Take a Fan to Church” and “Warm Someone’s Heart.”

“This is for the homeless. We collect blankets, throws, little heaters and sleeping bags to donate to the Ozark Center of Hope,” Katie says. “It’s wonderful.”

If there’s an activity that you’re interested in that’s not offered or a topic you want to learn more about, request it at the Norma Wood Library at Arkansas State University-Mountain Home.

“All you have to do is ask ASUMH, or ask the library to create a class,” Katie says. “Everybody in Mountain Home is so reachable.”

Retirees can also volunteer at the state fair greeting guests and collecting ticket

stubs along with other outdoor activities.

“We would walk around just to see the people,” Mike says. “It's really fun. The fair board does a first-class job.”

“We both like being together. Plus, if they get one of us to volunteer, then they get two,” Katie jokes.

With a wealth of opportunities for retirees, the Risks recommend taking a moment to think about what direction you want to follow.

“We’re running out of time, so we need to decide, what do we really want to do? Reach out to friends, neighbors, the Chamber of Commerce, people who can connect you with like-minded groups that you feel like you’re called to,” Mike says. “Whether it’s church, nature or social services, you can find what you want right here in Mountain Home.”

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— MEET THE WILFORDS

DIVING, DINING AND FLYING IN COTTER, ARKANSAS

Boone and Sabrina Wilford moved around quite a bit before cementing their homelife in Cotter. They lived in Northwest Arkansas for a while, then moved to Missouri, headed out to North Carolina, back to Missouri and eventually returning to Arkansas.

The couple visited the area regularly in 2011, noting how they enjoyed the hills, valleys, multiuse trails, fitness centers and proximity to a landing strip for their plane.

“Moving to this particular spot was perfect because it’s a private airport community,” Boone says. “It’s very active,

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and pretty much everyone here has their own aircraft and hangar and a nice, paved runway. It was a draw for us, and it’s right beside the river.”

Boone’s love of flying began at a young age with his dad.

“The airport manager took us up flying when I was 7 years old,” Boone says. “That fueled the fascination. From that point I never gave it up. Now, we’re very close to a lot of flying strips.”

The nearby vet clinic was another selling point in retiring to Cotter. They have two Australian shepherds they take

on many of their trail walks. They’ve noticed the communal kindness in exploring different parts of the town.

“People say ‘hi,’ they say, ‘good morning.’

They smile at each other as they walk by,” Sabrina says.

Boone and Sabrina started building their third house just over a year ago, including a personal hangar for their backcountry plane. Outside of flying, there are many other outdoor activities in the area, such as hiking, mountain biking, fly fishing and camping.

The local entertainment provides memorable experiences with summer concert series and first-class dining right on the white river.

“There’s a lot of little hidden treasures,” Sabrina says. “We went to dinner at Gaston’s White River Resort, and just getting there was a little bit of an adventure. It’s a very special place to eat.”

COTTER POPULATION 886 Population by Age Range (18 years and over) 83.8% (65 years and over) 31.1% EDUCATION High school or equivalent degree

RETIRED COUPLE BOONE AND SABRINA WILFORD FULLY EMBRACE THE AREA’S GREAT OUTDOOR ACTIVITIES, FROM DIVING IN CLEAR WATERS TO DINING RIGHT ON THE WHITE RIVER AND MORE.

(persons age 25+)

35.3% Bachelor’s degree or higher (persons age 25+)

21.7%

INCOME Median Household Income (In Cotter, Arkansas)

$35,417 (In Arkansas)

$48,952 EMPLOYMENT Employment Rate 47.7% COMMUTING Average travel time to work (in minutes) 14.2 Source: U.S. Census Bureau

Diving serves as another lifelong interest for the couple. Sabrina says she’s always wanted to dive and finally had an opportunity to do so, while Boone has been diving since he was 14.

“There are several spots that are good for diving,” Boone says. “They’ve done quite a few things to make local underwater spots accessible for people to see — from old, abandoned equipment from the construction of the dams to

boats and things of that sort.”

The two met when Boone worked as a scuba diving teacher, and Sabrina attended his class as a student. Outside the state, their favorite place to dive is in Bonaire in the Caribbean.

“There are people who come from all over the Midwest to Arkansas to dive because the water is so clear,” Sabrina says.

The Wilfords encourage guests to book a tour guide and fly fish to get to know

the area. They spent half a day with a guide before moving here, learning about the river and getting started with fly fishing.

“My favorite part is the interaction with the people,” Boone says. “We were looking for an area where we could be part of the community and be involved. The folks here have been incredibly friendly, helpful and encouraging. You really feel a sense of inclusion here that is pretty unique.”

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THINGS TO DO

— COME STAY AWHILE

MOUNTAIN HOME — WHERE THE OUTDOORS IS A WAY OF LIFE, NOT JUST A SEASON.

Between the rivers, lakes and trails, Mountain Home offers no end of outdoor recreation. Where peace of mind comes easy with endless days of world-class fishing, boating on our crystal-blue lakes or reconnecting with family, we are everything to write home about.

ATVS

A short drive from Mountain Home you will find Pigeon Creek ATV and Motorcycle Area. Go north from Mountain Home on Arkansas Highway 201. Cross over the Pigeon Creek arm of Norfork Lake and continue north on Highway 201 to Baxter County Road 484 (on the left side of Highway 201 as you head north). Turn onto County Road 484, proceeding down the hill. County Road 484 turns into County Road 486 as you get nearer to the ATV area. Just north of the border is Cloud 9 Ranch in Caulfield.

CAMPING

Whether you favor a primitive campsite, drive a plush RV or would rather relax in a lakeside cabin, Mountain Home has a campsite to fit your style. If you’re interested in camping near the water check out Bull Shoals Lake Dam Site Park and Lakeview Campground for Bull Shoals Lake; Henderson Park, Cranfield Campground and Robinson Point for Lake Norfork; and Bull Shoals White River Campground and White River Campground and Cabins for river camping. If a camping retreat is more your style, see our resort listing on page 24.

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GOLF

For challenging play in a beautiful setting, you can’t beat the golf courses featured throughout the Twin Lakes area.

Big Creek Golf & Country Club has held Golf Digest’s coveted five-star ranking for nearly 20 years in a row, offering year-round play. The three-tiered, 400-yard driving range and separate putting and chipping areas provide practice and warmup before tackling the par 72 course. Featuring white sand bunkers, L-93 bentgrass greens and beautiful zoysia fairways, the impeccably maintained course provides enjoyable, challenging golf for players of all ages and skill levels. bigcreekgolf.com Twin Lakes Golf Course is a semi-private par 70 course, where rolling Bermuda grass fairways skirt ponds and other hazards to test golfers’ skills. The front nine is notable for tight, tree-lined fairways with true dog-leg bends. The back nine widens as the terrain steepens, providing uphill and downhill lies that must be negotiated. twinlakesgolfofmh.com

HIKING AND BIKING

Hiking and mountain biking in the Ozarks give outdoor lovers the opportunity to take in the beautiful views with varying levels of difficulty.

Nearby hiking trails include Big Bluff Trail and Bull Shoals Lakeside Trail at Bull Shoals-White River State Park. Other trails include Oakridge Mountain Bike Trail and Dogwood Trail in Lakeview; Rush Mountain Mining Loop Trail, Woodland Edge Trail and Creek Bottom Trail near Yellville; and Ozark Highlands Trail beginning near Norfork.

Another popular destination is David’s Trail, located at Lake Norfork. A network of trails, David’s Trail provides a variety of routes to suit any level of physical fitness.

Many of the local parks also have run/walk trails many residents enjoy including Clysta Willett Park, McCabe Park and Cooper Park. ASU-Mountain Home will complete its new walking and biking trail in the first part of 2022.

For mountain biking, check out Panther Bay Loop at David’s Trail, Oakridge Mountain Bike Trail at Bull Shoals-White River State Park or the Pigeon Creek Trail System, both located along Lake Norfork. Syllamo Mountain Bike Trail is just south of Mountain Home with five loops of varying levels.

HUNTING

There is no shortage of game for the hunting enthusiast around Mountain Home. White-tailed deer, eastern wild turkey and other species are numerous in the area, providing superb hunting on public lands.

Land managed by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers is available for in-season hunting. Hunting is strictly prohibited in public parks.

The Arkansas Game & Fish Commission maintains a repository of information on permits, hunting seasons, game zones and other important information. AGFC manages certain land as Wildlife Management Areas and operates several Nature Information Centers in the state. The Fred Berry Conservation Education Center on Crooked Creek is one of four Arkansas Game & Fish Conservation Education Centers. These centers are free of charge and suitable for all ages.

Ozarks composed of weaving stretches attracting bikers from all over. Nearby is the Sylamore Scenic Byway and is a more leisurely option cruising through river communities. With 118 winding, miles Peel Ferry Route goes up into Missouri and down to Bull Shoals Lake and the Peel Ferry, Arkansas’s last operating ferry.

If you’re up for an adventure, check out Arkansas Scenic 7 Byway. This nationally recognized route runs almost the length of the entire state. Just a short drive west of Mountain Home is the Twisted Lady, Jasper Disaster, Back Roads Run and Moonshine Run just to name a few.

On these or any other roadway, remember to observe all traffic postings, and riders under 21 must wear a helmet.

Protective goggles, glasses or face shield are required for all riders. Visit the Mountain Home Area Chamber of Commerce for a free Motorcycling Guide providing additional route descriptions, rider regulations and roadside points of interest.

WATER SPORTS

On any given day, Mountain Home’s famous lakes are abuzz with activity. Canoes, kayaks, paddleboards, rafts, tubes, personal watercraft and boats of all shapes and sizes dot the crystalclear lakes and rivers within a short drive of the city limits.

The area features several marinas that can supply anything you might need for a fun day on the water. See our marina listing on page 24. Don’t miss taking a dip in our lakes at one of the many swimming areas. All you need is a cooler, beach towel and lawn chair for a relaxing day.

HUNTING REGULATIONS • A valid Arkansas hunting or fishing license is required, as well as any federal permits mandated by law.

• For hunting regulations on land managed by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, visit www.swl.usace.army.mil/.

• For hunting regulations on land managed by the Arkansas Game & Fish Commission, visit agfc.com or call (800) 440-1477.

• For information on AGFC Nature Education Centers, wildlife viewing areas and shooting ranges, visit the AGFC website.

MOTORCYCLE TOURS

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SERVICES AND AMENITIES

— SMALL TOWN BIG IDEAS WITH A LOW COST OF LIVING AND A HIGH QUALITY OF LIFE THAT IS SECOND TO NONE

Nestled in the trees of North Central Arkansas lies Mountain Home, a town built from a heritage of hard work and determination. It’s a community of people that takes care of their own and looks out for future generations. Values are placed on personal relationships, exploration and easy living.

Mountain Home is everything people say when they dream about getting away and everything people talk about when they talk about home. There are endless days of world-class fishing, trail riding and outdoor recreation. You’ll find the most beautiful rivers, lakes and trails this country has to offer.

No matter your goals in life, the amenities Mountain Home has to offer can help you reach them with services of a community several times its size. Some places have one or two things that make it truly special, but here, special runs wild. You can experience a modern food and beverage scene, cultivated by passionate, forward-thinking locals. It’s the perfect balance of solitude and serenity and excitement and opportunity. You can see the community pride reflected in clean streets and safe neighborhoods and a bright future of economic development and prosperity.

Attracting businesses, visitors and residents, this community provides jobs and improves the quality of life for all citizens.

The retail industry includes many national chains. In addition, retail corridors are lined with small, locally owned shops of every description, one-of-a-kind stores that directly support

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the local economy such as Cove Coffee, Muse Salon and Boutique, Magnolia Blush and Freckles Chic.

The Mountain Home area is host to a surprising number of manufacturers, including Baxter Healthcare, Danfoss, Bass Cat Boats, Keathley-Patterson Electric, American Epoxy Scientific, American Stitchco, White River Marine and EZ Loader Trailers.

These companies have a choice of where to locate their operations, and they choose Mountain Home for the quality of the workforce and the quality of life.

Thousands of individuals choose Mountain Home where world-class care meets small-town living. In addition to the natural beauty and recreational activities, the community supports a variety of services such as an award-winning hospital and multiple senior living communities offering assisted living or long-term nursing care. Mountain Home takes pride in its safety rating with one of the lowest crime rates in Arkansas and the nation. An array of churches and volunteer opportunities ensure the same fullness and participation later in life that you have always enjoyed.

Nicknamed the Twin Lakes Area, the region surrounding Mountain Home continues to attract visitors from around the world, infusing millions into the local economy. Here you’ll find the most beautiful rivers, lakes and trails this country has to offer. Drawn by its natural beauty and easy pace of life, tourists come here to float the Buffalo River, fish the White River or Bull Shoals Lake, hike the mountains and engage in every water sport imaginable. Whether you’re visiting for the weekend, looking for a new opportunity or ready to lay down roots, whatever path you’re on, there’s something here for everyone.

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RIVERS

— ROLLIN’ ON THE RIVER WORLD - CLASS FISHING HOLES AWAITING YOUR NEXT CAST Arkansas is a land of many natural amenities, creating an outdoor culture second to none. This starts with our majestic rivers, and nowhere in the state will you find a better collection of these clear, cool waterways than right here in and around Mountain Home.

The Buffalo River isn’t the biggest or mightiest of Arkansas’s many waterways, but it is arguably the most significant. The first National River in the United States (so designated in 1972), it remains one of the few rivers in the country to be undammed, flowing freely through the Ozarks for 150 miles exactly as it has for millennia. Surrounded by the staggering beauty of soaring cliffs and forest, it’s a slice of paradise enjoyed by 800,000 visitors per year.

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Locals will float the upper river via kayak or canoe during high-water periods of the year, typically March through June, although that season can extend into July some years depending on weather and rainfall. Smallmouth bass fishing is king on the upper Buffalo River wilderness, with more spotted bass and largemouth in the mix in the lower stretches. Hiking and camping here are also great, providing tons of selfie-worthy scenery.

It’s often said that good things come in small packages, and Arkansas’s North Fork River bears this out. Meandering for just five miles between Lake Norfork Dam and the White River, this waterway packs in a lot of outdoor beauty and some of the best fishing in the entire state.

Trout fishing is the headliner on the North Fork, thanks to regular water releases from the dam that keep the water between 47 and 58 degrees. This creates the ideal fish habitat and brings anglers from all over the world to Arkansas to test their skill against the wily brook, brown, rainbow and cutthroat trout, all of which can be found here.

At low water, wade fishing is popular while float fishing is recommended when the water is high. Any one of the guide shops in the area can advise the first-timer on river conditions as well as special catch-and-release guidelines.

The granddaddy waterway in this part of the state is the White River — a 720-mile behemoth that flows north to south from the Ozarks to the Arkansas Delta. In the northern reaches, the river starts rapid and wild, especially during the spring, then settles down during the rest of the year. The immense size and power of the river led to multiple dams through the years, and these not only control flow, but they have created outstanding recreational opportunities.

Canoeing/kayaking, camping and hiking opportunities abound along the White River, as does fishing for catfish, bass, walleye and sunfish. The trout fishing here is world class, particularly near Bull Shoals Dam. The dam sits right inside the Bull Shoals-White River State Park; check out the visitor center for a good primer on all of the region’s recreation and wildlife.

Or, visit one of the many resorts here for a relaxing weekend.

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LAKES

— LAKE LIFE A PEACEFUL EASY FEELING 365 DAYS A YEAR Mountain Home’s area lakes provide beauty and relaxation any time of year. These shimmering locales allow you to unwind and de-stress with gorgeous views and unlimited recreation. Mountain Home isn’t just a destination or a journey, but a place to call home — your oasis is waiting!

If Bull Shoals Lake had a motto, it might very well be, “If you’re going to go, GO BIG.” The largest lake in Arkansas, Bull Shoals offers a whopping 1,000 miles of shoreline and 74 square miles of surface. Clean and beautiful, this pristine attraction welcomes thousands upon thousands of visitors every year.

Watersports abound on Bull Shoals, and people wakeboarding, tubing and water skiing are familiar sights here. Boating is a breeze thanks to low traffic and wide channels; with such a large surface area, you’ll never feel crowded or fail to find your own secluded cove to drop anchor and relax as well. Set up camp, or visit one of the

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many resorts near the lake for a weekend the whole family will enjoy.

If it can happen on the water, it’s happening at Bull Shoals Lake, a glittering sapphire gem in the emerald Ozark Mountains.

Offering 550 miles of shoreline and covering 22,000 acres, crystal-clean Lake Norfork offers a little something for everyone. Take to the water for boating, water skiing and swimming. Don’t have a watercraft? Visit one of the commercial docks on the lake to rent one.

The fishing here is as good as you’ll find in the region, especially for bass, crappie and walleye. Diving is another popular pastime on the lake; explore underwater treasures including a sunken bus, airplane, bulldozer and even the former Henderson Bridge.

Enjoy a picnic in one of the 19 developed U.S. Army Corps of Engineers parks, or make it a longer stay with a rented cabin that provides your own spot for relaxation with friends and family as you explore the bluffs and rolling hills in between legendary Ozark sunsets. Whatever stirs your soul, you’ll find your own personal paradise on Lake Norfork.

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Points of Interest in the Mountain Home Area

7. JACOB WOLF HOUSE 30 Fishermans St., Norfork ArkansasPreservation.com/ Historic-Properties/jacobwolfhouse 8. JAMES A. GASTON VISITOR CENTER 153 Dam Overlook Lane Bull Shoals (870) 445-3629 ArkansasStateParks.com/ bullshoalswhiteriver

1. BAXTER COUNTY AIRPORT 6462 Highway 126 North, Midway (870) 481-5238 baxtercountyairport.com 2. BUFFALO NATIONAL RIVER (870) 365-2700 nps.gov/buff 3. BULL SHOALS CAVERNS 1011 C. S. Woods Blvd., Bull Shoals (870) 445-7177

9. MAMMOTH SPRING STATE PARK 17 U.S. Highway 63 Mammoth Spring (870) 625-7364

5. BULL SHOALS THEATER OF THE ARTS 1017 Central Blvd., Bull Shoals (870) 445-2311 6. BULL SHOALS WHITE RIVER STATE PARK (870) 445-3629 ArkansasStateParks.com/ bullshoalswhiteriver

6. COOPER PARK 1101 Spring St., (870) 424-9311 mountainhomeparksandrec.com

1. ASUMH/VADA SHEID COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT CENTER 1600 S. College St., (870) 508-6100 asumh.edu 2. BAXTER COUNTY FAIRGROUNDS 1507 Fairgrounds Drive (870) 425-6828 baxtercountyfair.com

10. NORFORK DAM (870) 499-5280

4. BULL SHOALS DAM (870) 445-3629

Points of Interest in Mountain Home

11. NORFORK NATIONAL FISH HATCHERY 1414 State Highway 177 (870) 499-5255 fws.gov/norfork norforkhatcheryfriends.org 12. PEEL FERRY 12686 AR-125, Peel (870) 436-5666 arkansas.com/attractions/detail/ peel-ferry/18735/

4. BAXTER REGIONAL 624 Hospital Drive, (870) 508-1000 baxterregional.org 5. CLYSTA WILLET PARK 1634 Rossi Road, (870) 424-9311 mountainhomeparksandrec.com

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8. DONALD W. REYNOLDS LIBRARY 300 Library Hill Lane, (870) 580-0987 baxtercountylibrary.org 9. HICKORY PARK 466 S. Hickory, St., (870) 424-9311 mountainhomeparksandrec.com

3. BAXTER COUNTY HISTORICAL AND GENEALOGICAL SOCIETY 808 S. Baker St., (870) 425-2551 baxtercountyhistory.org

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DOWNTOWN DISTRICT

— DESTINATION DOWNTOWN FIND YOUR FUN IN THE CITY’S ENTERTAINMENT DISTRICT

The Mountain Home entertainment district, dubbed The District, became the first entertainment district in Arkansas. Thanks to the new entertainment district, adults can take their beer, wine or mixed drink with them from venues such as Rapp’s Barren Brewing Company, Stories Whiskey Bar and Crush Wine Bar to be consumed in the boundaries of The District.

The District is bringing new life to the downtown area with a steady increase in business, activity and community engagement. No matter your brand of fun, The District is here to please and is home to the city’s most exciting new independent retailers and boutiques such as Magnolia Studio, Gregory Jewelers, Muse Salon & Boutique and Shiny Lime Hair Studio. In between stops, feed your appetite for fresh, local fare at Rio Burrito or The Fork.

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It’s also the site of the city’s many festivals and events catering to a wide range of audiences. Check out the Farmers Market, the Music in the Park concert series, the December Christmas Festival or Jam Fest, a new event coming in 2022.

For some fierce exhilaration, check out Sharp Edges Axe Throwing. Located in downtown, it’s one of two new axe throwing venues in the area.

Something new is always popping up in the neighborhood, so plan your trip any time of year. There’s sure to be something to suit your mood in this thriving, fun-loving community.

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HEALTHCARE

— HEALTH AND WELLNESS MOUNTAIN HOME HEALTHCARE TREATS YOU LIKE FAMILY The quality of any community can be measured by its healthcare and on this metric, Baxter Regional is truly the heart of Mountain Home. Serving all manner of patients with cutting-edge medical technology, Baxter Regional is a hub for medical expertise in North Central Arkansas, provided the compassionate, individual attention of a hometown hospital.

Baxter Regional has formed a stellar reputation for care and is a leader among the state’s healthcare systems. Its progressive mission ensures the best care available delivered in the friendly, hometown atmosphere of its 500,000-squarefoot Mountain Home hospital and throughout the 20+ clinics in the surrounding communities. No matter where you live or visit here, expert medical care is well within reach.

The healthcare system — which at 1,800 employees is the largest employer in North Central Arkansas deploying the latest technology — Baxter Regional has gained recognition as one of Modern Healthcare’s Best Places to Work and Arkansas Business Best Places to Work three years in a row.

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nation’s 50 best cardiac surgery hospitals and is ranked within the nation’s top 100 rural and community hospitals.

A recent crowning achievement was BRMC earning ANCC Magnet Recognition® for its quality of nursing care. The global designation, awarded in 2020, is one of only five in Arkansas and the first in Northern Arkansas and Southern Missouri.

Never content to rest on its laurels, the hospital board and its active foundation have pushed the envelope of the future adding new facilities and services to better serve the dynamic needs of the population. Recent additions include a 23,000-square-foot, $8.7 million outpatient surgical center, designed by its physician-owners, opened in February 2021; and a forthcoming 33,000-square-foot cancer center which broke ground in August. When completed, the facility will feature 200 doctors and nurses providing comprehensive oncology care throughout the $15 million complex.

Baxter Regional is a cornerstone of the region, and its reach touches the lives of countless people, be it providing fulfilling professional careers or standing vigil over intensely personal moments. From its yellow army of cheerful volunteers to its experienced front-line healthcare heroes, Baxter Regional’s service to the community reaches many and serves all, creating a healthier Mountain Home one patient, one family at a time.

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CALENDAR OF EVENTS WITH SO MANY HAPPENINGS SCHEDULED, THERE ARE PLENTY OF EVENTS FOR VISITORS TO ENJOY. HERE ARE THE TOP EVENTS IN THE AREA. FIND MORE AT WWW.ENJOYMOUNTAINHOME.COM. THE ART ODYSSEY SEPTEMBER BAXTER COUNTY Visit with artists inside their studios as they open their doors and showcase their work. See and feel workspaces where creativity thrives.

THE BAXTER HEALTHCARE SUMMER CONCERT SERIES

MAY– AUGUST HICKORY PARK, MOUNTAIN HOME Enjoy live music on various Saturday evenings, May through August.

Contact the City of Mountain Home for exact dates and times.

DAVID’S TRAIL ENDURANCE RUN JANUARY David's Trail Endurance Run offers a challenging course through the Ozarks along beautiful Norfork Lake.

A great mix of single and double track takes you through 5,000+ ft. in elevation change for the 25K and even more for the 50K.

BAXTER COUNTY MASTER GARDENERS SEMINAR MARCH Speakers share their expertise and experience to help attendees learn more about their gardens. The seminar will be held at First United Methodist Church Fellowship Center in Mountain Home.

SOWBUG ROUNDUP MARCH BAXTER COUNTY FAIRGROUNDS Fly-tying and fly-casting demonstrations, seminars and vendors are featured at the Baxter County Fairgrounds. Tickets are $10 for all three days. For more information, contact North Arkansas Fly Fishers at sowbugroundup@ sowbugroundup.org.

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APRIL– NOVEMBER COURTHOUSE SQUARE, MOUNTAIN HOME The Farmers Market is held on Wednesdays and Saturdays from 7 a.m. to 1 p.m. May through

October, and Saturdays only during the months of April and November.

The market officially opens the first Saturday in April and continues to the Saturday following Thanksgiving.

COTTER TROUT FESTIVAL MAY The Cotter Trout Fest is a wonderful time to come out to Cotter’s Big Spring Park, and enjoy the day with food, music and fun for all ages!

NORFORK PIONEER DAYS HERITAGE FESTIVAL MAY JACOB WOLF HOUSE, NORFORK Join us for a small-town springtime celebration on the third Saturday in May. Art, food, music and fun awaits at this heritage festival. Living history tours, reenactors and iron works will be at the Jacob Wolf House.

NORTH ARKANSAS WOODCARVERS CLUB SHOW AND SALE MAY BAXTER COUNTY FAIRGROUNDS This year features whittlers, woodcarvers, wood turners, vendors, judged competitions, demonstrations and a carving contest.

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RED, WHITE & BLUE FESTIVAL JUNE ASUMH CAMPUS The festival offers a parade, rodeo, car shows, a pageant, concerts, kids activities, food, fireworks and more.

Held the last full weekend of June, the highlight of the festival is an amazing fireworks display on Saturday night on the Arkansas State UniversityMountain Home campus.

BAXTER COUNTY FAIR AUGUST BAXTER COUNTY FAIRGROUNDS The annual Baxter County Fair runs five days starting Tuesday and continuing through Saturday. The carnival is open from 5 p.m. until 9:30 p.m. Events include a pageant, talent show, truck pull, parade, commercial exhibits, livestock judging and baby contest.

TURKEY TROT SECOND WEEKEND IN OCTOBER DOWNTOWN YELLVILLE Each year, since 1946, Marion County residents have celebrated what is known as Turkey Trot in downtown Yellville. Held on the second weekend in October, the event was conceived as a way to call attention to the region’s abundant wild turkeys.

TWIN LAKES THUNDER RALLY OCTOBER BAXTER COUNTY FAIRGROUNDS The Twin Lakes Thunder Rally and Car Show will be held at the Baxter County Fairgrounds. Admission is free to the public. There will be vendors, games, live bands, beer garden, raffles, Bike, Car & Truck Show, camping and guided rides through the beautiful Twin Lakes area.

SOUTHERN COUNCIL FEDERATION OF FLYFISHERS FAIR SEPTEMBER VADA SHEID CONVENTION CENTER The Fly Fishing Fair is the premier event of the Southern Council Federation of Fly Fishers, held each year in Mountain Home.

Demonstrations of fly tying, fishing techniques, travel, art, gear and conservation issues are presented.

JAMFEST OCTOBER Join us on the Downtown Square in Mountain Home as we celebrate everything the Twin Lakes has to offer.

From local jams, crafts, music and food, this is a celebration you won’t want to miss!

CRAFT FEST BAXTER COUNTY FAIRGROUNDS Craft Fest is a juried two-day craft show sponsored by the Arts & Crafts Association of Mountain Home.

Beginning in 1963, Craft Fest is the longest-running craft show in Mountain Home.

WHITE RIVER MARATHON FOR KENYA NOVEMBER White River Marathon for Kenya is a marathon, half and 5K that takes place annually in Cotter, Arkansas.

WRM is a flat course and Boston qualifier.

ASUMH PERFORMING ARTS SERIES

MOUNTAIN HOME-TOWN CHRISTMAS FESTIVAL

The ASUMH Performing Arts Series will present another spectacular year of live entertainment and fun in its 10th anniversary season! To order tickets or become a Patron of the Performing Arts, please contact The Sheid at 870-508-6280.

DECEMBER DOWNTOWN MOUNTAIN HOME THE CHAMBER OF COMMERCE Mountain Home-Town Christmas Festival and Parade will be held Friday. The parade marks the citywide holiday kickoff.

COULTER CELEBRATION OF LIGHTS THANKSGIVING EVE THRU CHRISTMAS This 2nd annual drive-thru light celebration will be available to tour on the ASUMH campus.

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LODGING & RESORTS

101 Marina 565 Howard Cove Road Gamaliel, AR 72537 (870) 467-5252

Balcony on the White River PO Box 2944 Mountain Home, AR 72654 (870) 421-4218

Bull Shoals Lake Boat Dock 719 Shorecrest Drive Bull Shoals, AR 72619 (870) 445-4424 bullshoalslakeboatdock.com

Blue Lady Resort 149 Blue Lady Drive, CR 820 Gamaliel, AR 72537 (870) 467-5115 blueladyresort.net

Buzzard Roost Boat Dock 4769 Buzzard Roost Road Mountain Home, AR 72653 (870) 492-5346 buzzardroostboatdock.com

Boondocks Bull Shoals Lake, LLC 327 Westview Road Midway, AR 72651 (870) 431-2600 boondocksbullshoalslake.com

Fout Boat Dock 2932 Fout Road Gamaliel, AR 72537 (870) 467-5341 foutboatdock.com

Campmart RV Park 130 Buzzard Roost Cutoff Mountain Home, AR 72653 (870) 492-4050 sites.google.com/site/ campmartrvpark

Jordan Marina 3291 Jordan Landing Road Calico Rock, AR 72519 (870) 499-7348 jordanmarina.com Quarry Marina 209 Quarry Park Point Mountain Home, AR 72653 (870) 499-5388 quarrymarina.com Tracy Ferry Marina 3438 Tracy Ferry Road Mountain Home, AR 72653 (870) 491-5335 tracyferrymarina.com

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Holiday Inn Express & Suites Mountain Home 1005 Coley Drive Mountain Home, AR 72653 (870) 425-6200 ihg.com/holidayinnexpress

Cedar Springs Country Inn 590 Rivercliff Drive Bull Shoals, AR 72619 (870) 445-3211 cedarspringscountryinn.com

Copper John’s Resort 469 River Road Lakeview, AR 72642 (870) 431-4454 copperjohnsresort.com

Creekside Cabins 705 Creekside Drive Norfork, AR 72658 (870) 321-0901 norfork.com/creekside

Days Inn Mountain Home 1746 Highway 62 B Mountain Home, AR 72653 (870) 565-4336 wyndhamhotels.com/days-inn

Crystal Cove Resort 1453 County Road 832 Henderson, AR 72544 (870) 488-5373 crystalcoveresort.net

Fish & Fiddle Resort 880 Fish and Fiddle Road Mountain Home, AR 72653 (870) 491-5161 fishfiddleresort.com

Jimos RV Park and Gift Shop 424 County Road 390 Mountain Home, AR 72653 (870) 492-4039

Fish-Un-Time Resort 1009 County Road 123 Oakland, AR 72661 (870) 431-5745 fishuntime.com

Lake Grove Park 680 Robinson Point Road Mountain Home, AR 72653 (870) 467-5325 lakenorforkrvpark.com

Gaston’s White River Resort 1777 River Road Lakeview, AR 72642 (870) 431-5202 gastons.com

Lodge Between the Lakes 607 County Road 11 Mountain Home, AR 72653 (870) 430-5216 lodgebetweenthelakes.com

Gene’s Trout Fishing Resort 270 River Acres Drive Salesville, AR 72653 (870) 499-5381 genestroutfishingresort.com

Next Step Marine and Resort 3286 Highway 101 Gamaliel, AR 72537 (870) 321-4477 nextstepmarine.net

Hampton Inn 995 Coley Drive Mountain Home, AR 72653 (870) 425-0344 hamptoninn3.hilton.com

PJ’s White River Lodge & River Run Restaurant 384 Lodge Lane Norfork, AR 72658 (870) 499-7500 pjslodge.com

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Holiday Shores Resort 943 Howard Creek Road Midway, AR 72651 (870) 431-5370 holidayshoresresort-ar.com

— EAT. SLEEP. PLAY. SHOP. Point of View RV Park 99 Broadview Circle Salesville, AR 72653 (512) 814-9411 pointofviewrvpark.com

Riley’s Outfitter 129 County Road 640 Mountain Home, AR 72653 (870) 425-4221 rileysstation.com

Quality Inn & Suites 1031 Highland Circle Mountain Home, AR 72653 (870) 424-9000

Rocking Chair Resort 278 County Road 763 Mountain Home, AR 72653 (870) 492-5157 rockingchairresort.com

Ramada Mountain Home 1127 Highway 62 East Mountain Home, AR 72653 (870) 425-9191 Reel-Em Inn @ Chit Chat Chaw Resort 9476 Promise Land Road Mountain Home, AR 72653 (870) 431-5584 chitchatchawresort.com Red Arrow Resort 16 Golden Acre Road Midway, AR 72651 (870) 431-5375 redarrowresort.com

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— EAT. SLEEP. PLAY. SHOP. Super 8 Mountain Home 865 Highway 62 East Mountain Home, AR 72653 (870) 424-5600 wyndhamhotels.com/super-8

White Buffalo Resort 418 White Buffalo Trail Mountain Home, AR 72653 (870) 425-8555 whitebuffaloresort.com

Teal Point Resort 715 Teal Point Road Mountain Home, AR 72653 (870) 492-5145 tealpointresort.com

White Hole Resort, Inc. 4971 Marion County 7001 Flippin, AR 72634 (870) 453-2913 whiteholeresort.com

The Grill at Whispering Woods Cabins 4245 Highway 177 South Jordan, AR 72519 (870) 499-5531 whisperingwoodsar.com

White River Campground 258 White River Trail Flippin, AR 72634 (870) 453-2299 whiterivercamping.com

The Y Campground RV Park and Cabins 10897 Highway 5 South Salesville, AR 72653 (870) 219-2057 ycampground.com Treasure Cove Resort 902 County Road 470 Clarkridge, AR 72623 (870) 425-4325 treasurecove-resort.com Wagon Wheel Resort 2655 Highway 101 Gamaliel, AR 72537 (870) 467-5800 wagonwheelresortlakenorfork.com Waterfront Resort 317 Waterfront Circle Lakeview, AR 72642 (870) 431-5356 bullshoals.com/waterfront

The White River Inn 924 County Road 174 Cotter, AR 72626 (870) 430-2233 thewhiteriverinn.com

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Baskin Robbins 3052 Highway 62, Ste. 30 Mountain Home, AR 72653 (870) 492-4920 Beacon Point Restaurant 3553 Highway 178 Lakeview, AR 72642 (870) 405-1466 Big Creek Golf & Country Club 452 Country Club Drive Mountain Home, AR 72653 (870) 425-0333 bigcreekgolf.com

Bomb Nutrition 158 S. Main St. Mountain Home, AR 72653 (870) 310-2380 awesomeblossomnutri.goherbalife.com Bookworms Cafe 300 Library Hill Lane Mountain Home, AR 72653 (870) 232-0328 bookwormscafe.com Buncle’s Brick Oven & Brews 1406 Highway 62 East Mountain Home, AR 72653 (870) 425-2337 Chen’s Garden 1310 Eastside Center Court Mountain Home, AR 72653 (870) 424-6899 chensgardenbuffet.weebly.com

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Cove Coffee 714 S. Baker St. Mountain Home, AR 72653 (870) 321-5930

Cooyons Restaurant 785 Highway 201 North Mountain Home, AR 72653 (870) 656-1819

Crush Studio 512 S. Baker St. Mountain Home, AR 72653 (870) 424-4224

— EAT. SLEEP. PLAY. SHOP. El Chico Cafe 45 Charles Blackburn Drive Mountain Home, AR 72653 (870) 492-4700 elchicomh.com Foodies Catering & Canteen 218 W. 2nd St. Mountain Home, AR 72653 (870) 424-0058 Gaston’s White River Resort 1777 River Road Lakeview, AR 72642 (870) 431-5202 gastons.com Holy Smokes BBQ & Catering 400 Highway 201 North Mountain Home, AR 72653 (870) 425-8080 Jamie’s Restaurant: Serving Local Flavors 1502 Highway 62 East Mountain Home, AR 72653 (870) 701-0145 jamiesrestaurant.com KFC 352 Highway 62 East Mountain Home, AR 72653 (870) 425-2200 kfc.com Letty’s Restaurant 413 E. Main St. Gassville, AR 72635 (870) 435-2532 Little B’s Grill 14029 Highway 5 South Norfork, AR 72658 (870) 499-0483 littlebs.net Live Edge Bar & Grill 2233 Highway 5 South Mountain Home, AR 7653 (870) 424-3717 liveedgebarandgrill.com McDonald’s 1019 Highway 62 East Mountain Home, AR 72653 (870) 425-1155 mcdonalds.com Mountain Home Burger Co. 38 Paul Wood Lane Mountain Home, AR 72653 (870) 321-1064 Ole Mill Tavern 3948 Highway 62 East Mountain Home, AR 72653 (870) 987-1189

PJ’s White River Lodge & River Run Restaurant 384 Lodge Lane Norfork, AR 72658 (870) 499-7500 pjslodge.com Paradice Cream 1127 W. Highway 62E #3 Mountain Home, AR 72653 (918) 607-0745 paradice-cream-homemade-icecream.business.site

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Acumen Audio 1300 Highway 62 West Mountain Home, AR 72653 (870) 425-8488

Bouquet Palace 409 Highway 5 North Mountain Home, AR 72653 (870) 425-2193 bouquetpalace.net

All Pet and Equine Supply 40 Plaza Way, Ste. 380 Mountain Home, AR 72653 (870) 492-2525 myallpet.net

Box Drop Mountain Home 307 Highway 62 East Mountain Home, AR 72653 (870) 455-2233

American Freight, Furniture, Mattress, Appliance 1771 Highway 62 East Mountain Home, AR 72653 (870) 229-4144 americanfreight.com

Brad’s Home Entertainment 40 Plaza Way, Ste. 220 Mountain Home, AR 72653 (870) 492-0700 bradstv.com

Rapp’s Barren Brewing Company 1343 E. 9th St. Mountain Home, AR 72653 (870) 424-7277 rappsbarrenbrewing.com Rio Burrito 609 S. Baker St. Mountain Home, AR 72653 (870) 232-0440 Salsa’s Mexican Grill & Cantina 965 Highway 62 East Mountain Home, AR 72653 (870) 424-2690 salsasmexicangrill-cantina.com Schlotzsky’s 1012 Highway 62 East Mountain Home, AR 72653 (512) 783-5177 schlotzskys.com Skipper’s Restaurant 711 Highway 5 North Mountain Home, AR 72653 (870) 508-4574 skippersgoodfood.com Tasty Greens Togo 26 Paul Wood Lane Mountain Home, AR 72653 (870) 321-1891 Taco Bell 833 Highway 62 East Mountain Home, AR 72653 (870) 425-0612 tacobell.com The Fork 12 E. 7th St. Mountain Home, AR 72653 (870) 701-0243 ourfork.com The Grill at Whispering Woods Cabins 4245 Highway 177 South Jordan, AR 72519 (870) 499-5531 whisperingwoodsar.com

Annette’s Flowers 1104 Highway 62 West Mountain Home, AR 72653 (870) 424-7673 annettesflowers.com Arts & Crafts Gift Shop 629 Highway 5 North Mountain Home, AR 72653 (870) 425-6434 theartsandcraftsgiftshop.com Aspire Outdoors 2492 Highway 62 East Mountain Home, AR 72653 (870) 492-2005 aspireoutdoors.net Big Steve’s Gold & Pawn Emporium 1972 Highway 62 East Mountain Home, AR 72653 (870) 425-9715 bigstevespawn.com

Burkes Outlet 1160 Hometown Commons Mountain Home, AR 72653 (870) 232-7320 burkesoutlet.com Butler Furniture 551 Highway 5 North Mountain Home, AR 72653 (870) 425-5332 butlerfurniture.com Carl Wayne’s Nurseries 1151 E. 9th St. Mountain Home, AR 72653 (870) 425-6966 carlwaynesnursery.com Carpet Factory 1013 N. Cardinal Drive Mountain Home, AR 72653 (870) 425-4936 carpetfactoryar.com

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— EAT. SLEEP. PLAY. SHOP. Flashbacks Retro Shop 1954 Highway 62 East Mountain Home, AR 72653 (870) 424-8888 Freckles Chic 503 S. College St. Mountain Home, AR 72653 (870) 425-9667 freckleschic.com Goodwill Industries of Arkansas 759 Highway 62 East Mountain Home, AR 72653 (870) 508-0040 goodwillar.org

Carter’s Jewel Chest Inc. 860 Highway 62 East, Unit 1 Mountain Home, AR 72653 (870) 425-7070 cartersjewelchest.com Clark Office Products 801 S. Main St. Mountain Home, AR 72653 (870) 425-6323 clarkop.com Dally’s Ozark Fly Fisher 1200 W. Main St., #7 Cotter, AR 72626 (870) 435-6166 theozarkflyfisher.com Factory Connection 40 Plaza Way, Ste. 40 Mountain Home, AR 72653 (870) 421-0188 factory-connection.com Fit.1 905 South St. Mountain Home, AR 72653 (870) 425-3481 fitpointone.com

Gregory Jewelers 1 E. 6th St. Mountain Home, AR 72653 (870) 425-2542 gregoryjewelers.net Hank’s Fine Furniture 2594 Highway 62 East Mountain Home, AR 72653 (870) 701-0181 hanksfurniture.com Harp’s Food Store #135 924 E. Highway 62 Mountain Home, AR 72653 (870) 425-6556 harpsfood.com

Jack’s Package Store 960 Highway 62 East Mountain Home, AR 72653 (870) 425-6233 jackspackagestore.com

Meek’s Lumber & Hardware 2736 Highway 62 West Mountain Home, AR 72653 (870) 425-6936 meeks.com/midwest

Judicious Spirits 3055 Highway 62 West Mountain Home, AR 72653 (870) 580-0912 judiciousspirits.com

Midtown Spirits 611 Highway 62 East Mountain Home, AR 72653 (870) 425-1166 midtownspiritsmh.com

June’s Hallmark Shop 319 Highway 62 East Mountain Home, AR 72653 (870) 425-3402 juneshallmark.com

Mitchell’s 920 Highway 62 East Mountain Home, AR 72653 (870) 373-3189

Kelly Thomas Landscape & Nursery 2213 Highway 5 North Mountain Home, AR 72653 (870) 425-0288 kelleythomaslandscape.com Magnolia Blush 717 S. Church St. Mountain Home, AR 72653 (870) 405-7252

Mountain Home Deals and Liquidation 307 S. Main St., #9 Mountain Home, AR 72653 (870) 701-3305

Harp’s Food Store #156 2089 Highway 62 West Mountain Home, AR 72653 (870) 508-0071 harpsfood.com Home Depot Store #1410 100 Pendella Drive Mountain Home, AR 72653 (870) 492-2270 homedepot.com

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— EAT. SLEEP. PLAY. SHOP. Mountaineer Gear & Outfitters 1322 Highway 62 East Mountain Home, AR 72653 (870) 453-5593 mountaineergo.com Muse Salon & Boutique 123 E. 7th St. Mountain Home, AR 72653 (870) 425-3232 shopshabby2chic.com Nature’s Way Natural Health and Lifestyle 18 E. 7th St. Mountain Home, AR 72653 (870) 425-7677 Orscheln Farm & Home 1025 Highway 62 East, Ste. 1 Mountain Home, AR 72653 (870) 425-4411 stores.orschelnfarmhome.com Ozarks Farm & Lawn, LLC 4423 Highway 62 West Mountain Home, AR 72653 (870) 425-3434 ozarksfarmandlawn.com

Rina’s Boutique 4450 Highway 62 East Mountain Home, AR 72653 (870) 232-4048 River City Flooring 2740 Highway 62 East Mountain Home, AR 72653 (870) 424-9663 rivercityflooringinc.com Rockin Roses 260 Marler Lane Gassville, AR 72635 (870) 321-9349 therockinrose.com Sears Hometown Store 1029 Highway 62 East Mountain Home, AR 72653 (870) 425-3191 searshometownstores.com Sew Smart Sewing Center 307 S. Main St., Ste. 5 Mountain Home, AR 72653 (870) 425-8203 sewsmartsewingcenter.com

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Shay’s Appliance 1319 E. 9th St. Mountain Home, AR 72653 (870) 425-7911 shaysappliance.com

Splash Pool & Spa 3225 Highway 62 East, Ste. 3 Mountain Home, AR 72653 (870) 424-7946 my-splash-us.com

Shoe Sensation 40 Plaza Way, Ste. 320 Mountain Home, AR 72653 (870) 492-2037 shoesensation.com

The Cotton Company 686 Highway 62 East Mountain Home, AR 72653 (870) 425-2025 thecottoncompany.biz

Simply Beautiful Medical Spa Inc. 6554 Highway 62 West Gassville, AR 72635 (870) 435-5000 simplybeautifulspa.com

The Flooring Emporium 118 N. College St. Mountain Home, AR 72653 (870) 424-7700 theflooringemporium.com

SJ Pottery, LLC 10605 Highway 5 South Salesville, AR 72653 (870) 499-9900 sjpottery.com

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SNC Tile 1251 Highway 62 East Mountain Home, AR 72653 (870) 425-8453 sncfloors.com

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— CHURCHES The Truck Patch Natural Market 1602 Highway 62 East Mountain Home, AR 72653 (870) 424-5020 thetruckpatch.com The Uniform Shoppe II 361 Highway 5 North Mountain Home, AR 72653 (870) 425-5323 theuniformshoppeii.com Town & Country Discount Foods 216 E. 9th St. Mountain Home, AR 72653 (870) 425-3759 tcmarkets.com Walmart Supercenter 65 Walmart Drive Mountain Home, AR 72653 (870) 492-9299 walmart.com White River Trading Company 9 E. 5th St. Mountain Home, AR 72653 (864) 430-9847 WOW Extraordinary Gifts 625 Highway 5 North Mountain Home, AR 72653 (870) 656-7645

Bar None Cowboy Church 44 Arrowleaf Lane Midway, AR 72651 (870) 481-5600

Eastside Baptist Church 718 E. 9th St. Mountain Home, AR 72653 (870) 425-3689

Holy Cross Lutheran Church 48 Carnation Drive Mountain Home, AR 72653 (870) 492-6636

C3-Christ Community Church 1605 Highway 201 North Mountain Home, AR 72653 (870) 580-0740

Emmanuel Church 3461 Highway 5 North Mountain Home, AR 72653 (870) 425-8460

CareCenter Ministries Mtn. Home 734 Thorn St. Mountain Home, AR 72653 (870) 701-5078

Fellowship Cumberland Presbyterian Church 1209 E. 9th Str. Mountain Home, AR 72653 (870) 425-5419

Holy Transfiguration Orthodox Church 292 County Road 390 Mountain Home, AR 72653 (870) 421-2986

City on a Hill Church 1221 Commerce Drive Mountain Home, AR 72653 Phone: (870) 706-0401 cityonahillmh.com

First Baptist Church-Mtn. Home 1205 Spring St. Mountain Home, AR 72653 (870) 425-6961

Redeemer Lutheran Church 312 W. North St. Mountain Home, AR 72653 (870) 425-6071

Community of Christ 340 E.11th St. Mountain Home, AR 72653 (870) 424-3224

First United Methodist Church 605 W. 6th St. Mountain Home, AR 72653 (870) 425-6036

Resurrection Church 2338 Highway 62 West Mountain Home, AR 72653 (870) 425-3281

Cotter Church of Christ 408 Walnut Hill Lane Cotter, AR 72626 (870) 435-2540

Harmony Free Will Baptist Church 4076 Highway 201 South Mountain Home, AR 72653 (870) 706-9135

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Real Life Church 1326 Rossi Road Mountain Home, AR 72653 (870) 424-3483

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St. Peter the Fisherman Catholic Church 249 Dyer St. Mountain Home, AR 72653 (870) 425-2832 The Salvation Army of Mtn. Home 121 Highway 201 North Mountain Home, AR 72653 (870) 424-5708 The Table Community Church 684 Green Valley Drive Mountain Home, AR 72653 (870) 580-0732 Twin Lakes Baptist Church 2645 Highway 62 West Mountain Home, AR 72653 (870) 425-8663

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Baxter County Clerk (870) 425-3475 Marion County Clerk (870) 449-6226

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UTILITIES

Entergy (800) 368-3749 Reeves Propane (870) 435-1112 North Arkansas Electric Co-op (870) 425-2141 Black Hills Energy (888) 890-5554 Mountain Home Water Authority (870) 425-5115 Northeast Public Water Authority (870) 492-4211 Marion County Regional Water Association (870) 445-4300 Progressive Waste Solutions (870) 481-8600 Methvin Sanitation (870) 430-2181

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Homebound Medical . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19 Hospice of the Ozarks. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30 Knox Orthopaedic . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 Leisure Homes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . IBC NEXT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21 Nosari . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21 Peglar, Kriss Yunker. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17 State Farm Ashley Havens. . . . . . . . . . 29 State Farm Jay Chafin. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17 Sycamore Springs Senior Living. . . . 19 Wes Wood EXP Realty. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19 Z Team. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31

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