BEGIN:VCALENDAR
PRODID:-//Hiking The Ozarks//NONSGML v1.0//EN
VERSION:2.0
CALSCALE:GREGORIAN
METHOD:PUBLISH
X-WR-CALNAME:Hiking The Ozarks
X-ORIGINAL-URL:http://hikingtheozarks.com
X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Hiking The Ozarks
X-WR-TIMEZONE:America/Chicago
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART:20120609
DTEND:20120610
DTSTAMP:20120519T090113
CREATED:20120501T173725
LAST-MODIFIED:20120501T173725
UID:5579@http://hikingtheozarks.com
SUMMARY:Centerpoint Trail
DESCRIPTION:
LOCATION:
URL:http://hikingtheozarks.com/event/centerpoint-trail/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART:20120623
DTEND:20120624
DTSTAMP:20120519T090113
CREATED:20120217T181433
LAST-MODIFIED:20120217T181433
UID:5528@http://hikingtheozarks.com
SUMMARY:BRT-Kyles to Pruitt
DESCRIPTION:
LOCATION:
URL:http://hikingtheozarks.com/event/brt-kyles-to-pruitt/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART:20120602
DTEND:20120603
DTSTAMP:20120519T090113
CREATED:20120217T181053
LAST-MODIFIED:20120405T075804
UID:5527@http://hikingtheozarks.com
SUMMARY:BRT-Ponca to Kyles
DESCRIPTION:My favorite section of the BRT, due to the nice hills, bluffs, small waterfalls and access to many side trails.  This is a 10 mile hike that is a fun day hike and a good workout too.
LOCATION:
URL:http://hikingtheozarks.com/event/brt-ponca-to-kyles/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART:20120630
DTEND:20120701
DTSTAMP:20120519T090113
CREATED:20120217T181003
LAST-MODIFIED:20120501T173652
UID:5526@http://hikingtheozarks.com
SUMMARY:Busiek State Forest
DESCRIPTION:Busiek State Forest hike
LOCATION:
URL:http://hikingtheozarks.com/event/sylamore-creek/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART:20120707
DTEND:20120708
DTSTAMP:20120519T090113
CREATED:20120217T180154
LAST-MODIFIED:20120405T075957
UID:5525@http://hikingtheozarks.com
SUMMARY:Hemmed in Hollow
DESCRIPTION:This hike is a true Arkansas landmark down to the tallest waterfall in Arkansas and a great view of the canyon, the river and bluffs along wht way.  The hike down is steep, although the trail is nice and maintained.  The hike out is where you really feel it, but a great hike and a better workout.
LOCATION:
URL:http://hikingtheozarks.com/event/hemmed-in-hollow/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART:20120526
DTEND:20120529
DTSTAMP:20120519T090113
CREATED:20120217T175943
LAST-MODIFIED:20120405T080222
UID:5524@http://hikingtheozarks.com
SUMMARY:Memorial Day Hike
DESCRIPTION:This hike location will be announced soon...
LOCATION:
URL:http://hikingtheozarks.com/event/memorial-day-hike/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART:20120505
DTEND:20120507
DTSTAMP:20120519T090113
CREATED:20120202T210138
LAST-MODIFIED:20120217T175239
UID:5504@http://hikingtheozarks.com
SUMMARY:Mountaineering/Climbing School
DESCRIPTION:This is a training class for the people that will be going to Peru this summer to climb Mt. Pisco and/or Mt. Chopicalqui, or another mountain in the future.  This class will cover roped travel, knots, rappeling, use of ascenders, self arrest, ice axe and crampon use.  This class will provide numerous time to practice these skills.  Students will need a harness, a locking caribeaner, a helmet and a figure 8 or ATC.
LOCATION:
URL:http://hikingtheozarks.com/event/peru-mountaineering-class/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART:20130112
DTEND:20130114
DTSTAMP:20120519T090113
CREATED:20120202T205727
LAST-MODIFIED:20120202T205824
UID:5502@http://hikingtheozarks.com
SUMMARY:Professional Hiking Guide Association Certification Class
DESCRIPTION:This is the first phase of certification under the Professional Hiking Guide Association. Upon completion of this training course, you will obtain a certification from the PHGA as a Hiking Guide.    Prerequisites: Wilderness First Aid Certification, CPR/AED Certification (Red Cross or AHA),  Course Length: 2 days/16 hours  Certificate Coverage: Day trips    Curriculum Outline:    1. Gear Overview: The 10 essentials, guides pack, clothing system and overview, first-aid supplies and kit assembly    2.Water and Food: Water and waste management, food and meal planning/nutrition, meal preparation    3. Leave No Trace (LNT):Pack in/pack out,waste disposal, cleaning up, do not disturb, 7 LNT principles    4. Wildlife: Game trail recognition, hiking in bear country, bear canisters and sprays, sharing the trail, wildlife recognition, non-aversive bear conditioning    5. Basic Wilderness Survival Overview: Food, shelter, fire, water    6. Wilderness Travel:Client introductions, safety protocols, navigation overview, off-route navigation, winter hiking    7.Physical Conditioning: Hiking specific training programs, stretching, cool downs    8. Group Management: Group participant selection and screening, trail management, sweepers, runners, pacing, search & rescue strategies, evacuation procedures, communication, special needs clients    9. Stewardship and Access Issues: Permits, commercial use authorization, respecting the terrain, recreational hikers, outdoor clubs vs. guiding outfits    10. The job of a hiking guide
LOCATION:
URL:http://hikingtheozarks.com/event/professional-hiking-guide-association-certification-class/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART:20120713
DTEND:20120723
DTSTAMP:20120519T090113
CREATED:20120116T142739
LAST-MODIFIED:20120116T142739
UID:5450@http://hikingtheozarks.com
SUMMARY:Mt. Pisco-Peru
DESCRIPTION:Mount Pisco at 5,752 meters, (18,897 feet), is probably one of the best preparation climbing expeditions before attempting to climb higher mountains in the Cordillera Blanca or Cordillera Huayhuash.  Mount Pisco, while beautiful, is a fairly straight forward climb, without exposing the climber to difficult and technical climbing, thus allowing novice climbers with the opportunity to be exposed to a great experience on a big beautiful mountain. With several other taller more technical peaks close by, Pisco is commonly used as a preparation and acclimation climb for larger nearby peaks.
LOCATION:
URL:http://hikingtheozarks.com/event/mt-pisco-peru/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART:20120720
DTEND:20120730
DTSTAMP:20120519T090113
CREATED:20120116T142441
LAST-MODIFIED:20120116T142441
UID:5448@http://hikingtheozarks.com
SUMMARY:Mt. Chopicalqui-Peru
DESCRIPTION:Chopicalqui is the fourth tallest mountain in the Cordillera Blanca at 6,354 meters ( 20,846 feet).  Chopicalqui is located between the Huascaran Sur and Contrahierbas Mountains and is known for its beautiful and amazing show shelf, know as the “Mushroom”, not to mention the summit, which provides a spectacular 360 degree view.
LOCATION:
URL:http://hikingtheozarks.com/event/mt-chopicalqui-peru/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART:20120713
DTEND:20120723
DTSTAMP:20120519T090113
CREATED:20120116T141655
LAST-MODIFIED:20120116T141655
UID:5445@http://hikingtheozarks.com
SUMMARY:Laugavegurinn Trail-Iceland
DESCRIPTION:The highlight of any Iceland trip is the backpacking trip along the”Laugavegurinn”, or “The Hot Spring Route”.  The trail “Laugavegurinn” is one of the most popular backpacking trails in the Icelandic wilderness and the world.  This trail is equally popular with domestic and foreign hikers and this popularity is not without a reason, as the trail offers a great variety of landscapes, ranging from mountains in almost every color of the rainbow, glaciers, roaring hot springs, waterfalls, big rivers, and even glacier lakes.  The “Langavegurinn” does not disappoint and continually lives up to all our expectations.  We have always been left speechless from the color, mystique, and rugged beauty of Iceland.
LOCATION:
URL:http://hikingtheozarks.com/event/laugavegurinn-trail-iceland/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART:20120519
DTEND:20120521
DTSTAMP:20120519T090113
CREATED:20120116T141119
LAST-MODIFIED:20120430T221039
UID:5443@http://hikingtheozarks.com
SUMMARY:Sylamore Creek Hike
DESCRIPTION:This is one of my favorite little hikes, as it is full of great views, rock formations and waterfalls, plus the creek itself makes for great viewing.  This hike can be done as a long dayhike, but a better choice is to make it a 2 day trip and cover the entire 14 miles from Allison to Gunner's Pool and Barkshed.  Not a difficult hike, so a perfect hike for beginning backpackers.
LOCATION:
URL:http://hikingtheozarks.com/event/sylamore-creek-hike-2/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART:20120303
DTEND:20120305
DTSTAMP:20120519T090113
CREATED:20120116T132113
LAST-MODIFIED:20120116T132136
UID:5441@http://hikingtheozarks.com
SUMMARY:Richland Creek Wilderness
DESCRIPTION:Also due to popular demand, we will make one more winter trip to the Richland Creek Wilderness, where we will explore some new areas.  Have no idea what we will see, but can tell you there will probably be no trails and it will probably be amazing, it always is when we go to the" Playground of the Ozarks".
LOCATION:
URL:http://hikingtheozarks.com/event/richland-creek-wilderness/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART:20120218
DTEND:20120220
DTSTAMP:20120519T090113
CREATED:20120116T131618
LAST-MODIFIED:20120116T132325
UID:5438@http://hikingtheozarks.com
SUMMARY:Leatherwood Wilderness
DESCRIPTION:Due to popular demand, we will be going back to the largest continuous forest area in the eastern United States, which means little trails, some bushwacking and an amazing hike.  We will hike down Leatherwood Creek to the Buffalo River, seeing amazing waterfalls and rock formations on the way and take a side trip up Spencer Hollow to see Helen's Pouroff from the bottom and for the more daring in the group, make the climb up to the top to see one amazing view.
LOCATION:
URL:http://hikingtheozarks.com/event/leatherwood-wilderness/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART:20120225
DTEND:20120226
DTSTAMP:20120519T090113
CREATED:20120105T204019
LAST-MODIFIED:20120116T132227
UID:5435@http://hikingtheozarks.com
SUMMARY:KGBX Springfield Women's Show
DESCRIPTION:Come visit us and hang out at the Hiking the Ozarks and Satori Expeditions booth.   This is a great event held at the Ozark Empire Fairgrounds E-Plex.  We will be giving away Satori gear and have some great drawings for gear and prizes.
LOCATION:
URL:http://hikingtheozarks.com/event/kgbx-springfield-womens-show/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART:20121012T090000
DTEND:20121014T170000
DTSTAMP:20120519T090113
CREATED:20111226T154939
LAST-MODIFIED:20111226T155448
UID:5348@http://hikingtheozarks.com
SUMMARY:3rd Annual Outdoor Rendezvous
DESCRIPTION:Hiking the Ozarks is proud to be hosting and organizing the 3nd Annual Hiking the Ozarks Outdoor Rendezvous, October 12-14, 2012 at the Horseshoe Canyon Ranch located near the Buffalo National River, in Jasper, Arkansas. This event will bring together outdoor enthusiasts from all over the Midwest for networking, camping, education and enjoying the outdoors. We will be offering various educational classes, which will once again include Basic Rock Climbing,  and several other outdoor classes.  There will also be hikes on some of the area’s greatest trails and locations, in the area.  There will be great raffle prizes from some name brand outdoor companies and a chance to meet other outdoor enthusiasts from all over the United States.  Cost for the event is $30.00, which this year will include the Horseshoe Canyon Ranch "User Fees" all the outdoor classes, access to all the guided hikes, entry into the raffles and door prizes and much more.  Horseshoe Canyon Ranch offers camping for $5.00 per night and also has a limited number of cabins for rent. They also have a restaurant on the ranch, along with a gear shop that rents climbing gear.  Please contact Dan Nash for more information.
LOCATION:
URL:http://hikingtheozarks.com/event/3rd-annual-outdoor-rendezvous/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART:20120616
DTEND:20120617
DTSTAMP:20120519T090113
CREATED:20111226T152100
LAST-MODIFIED:20111226T152422
UID:5340@http://hikingtheozarks.com
SUMMARY:Iceland and Peru Fitness Test
DESCRIPTION:This is an optional hike for all those traveling to Iceland and Peru in July, but it is highly encouraged to test your fitness level. We will hike the Compton Trail down to Hemmed and Hollow Falls and back with a 40 pound backpack. For the trekkers, you will be asked to accomplish this 2 times, for the mountaineers, you will be asked to accomplish this 3 times. It is a great way to test your mental and physical fitness level, 4 weeks before the trips. Everyone else is also invited to attend, just to hike down to the falls one time, or more if you are looking for a great workout.
LOCATION:
URL:http://hikingtheozarks.com/event/iceland-and-peru-fitness-test/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART:20120428
DTEND:20120430
DTSTAMP:20120519T090113
CREATED:20111215T222847
LAST-MODIFIED:20120202T205005
UID:5274@http://hikingtheozarks.com
SUMMARY:Professional Hiking Guide Association Certification Course
DESCRIPTION:This is the first phase of certification under the Professional Hiking Guide Association. Upon completion of this training course, you will obtain a certification from the PHGA as a Hiking Guide.    Prerequisites: Wilderness First Aid Certification, CPR/AED Certification (Red Cross or AHA),  Course Length: 2 days/16 hours  Certificate Coverage: Day trips    Curriculum Outline:    1. Gear Overview: The 10 essentials, guides pack, clothing system and overview, first-aid supplies and kit assembly    2.Water and Food: Water and waste management, food and meal planning/nutrition, meal preparation    3. Leave No Trace (LNT):Pack in/pack out,waste disposal, cleaning up, do not disturb, 7 LNT principles    4. Wildlife: Game trail recognition, hiking in bear country, bear canisters and sprays, sharing the trail, wildlife recognition, non-aversive bear conditioning    5. Basic Wilderness Survival Overview: Food, shelter, fire, water    6. Wilderness Travel:Client introductions, safety protocols, navigation overview, off-route navigation, winter hiking    7.Physical Conditioning: Hiking specific training programs, stretching, cool downs    8. Group Management: Group participant selection and screening, trail management, sweepers, runners, pacing, search & rescue strategies, evacuation procedures, communication, special needs clients    9. Stewardship and Access Issues: Permits, commercial use authorization, respecting the terrain, recreational hikers, outdoor clubs vs. guiding outfits    10. The job of a hiking guide
LOCATION:4653 South Campbell Avenue
URL:http://hikingtheozarks.com/event/npga-hiking-guide-certification-course/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART:20120331
DTEND:20120402
DTSTAMP:20120519T090113
CREATED:20111215T222236
LAST-MODIFIED:20111226T154310
UID:5273@http://hikingtheozarks.com
SUMMARY:Advanced Land Navigation and Survival
DESCRIPTION:This class is for those that really want to refine and hone their survival skills and have completed our Survival Class Series. This class will be similar to the format of the Advanced Survival Class, in other words, each student will only be allowed 1 candybar, 1 liter of water and no camping or sleeping gear etc for the class.   The students are allowed a backpack, survival kit and their clothing and will be asked to navigate to find pre-determined locations via the use of a map and compass.  On average the mileage will be from 6 to 8 miles per day and at the end of each day, the student will have to use their survival skills to locate and obtain safe drinking water, food, shelter, fire etc.   This is the only class of it's kind in the midwest and each student will be required to sign a liability waiver.
LOCATION:
URL:http://hikingtheozarks.com/event/advanced-land-navigation-and-survival/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART:20120310
DTEND:20120312
DTSTAMP:20120519T090113
CREATED:20111215T220351
LAST-MODIFIED:20120116T130906
UID:5272@http://hikingtheozarks.com
SUMMARY:Top of Hemmed in Hollow and Antenna Pine
DESCRIPTION:This is a fine little hike along the North side of the Buffalo River and after a short climb to the cliffs near Antenna Pine, who are greated by some great leaf off views of the Buffalo River Valley, Indian Creek, Kyles Landing area and the Boy Scout Area.  We will then explore down to the top of the Hemmed in Hollow waterfall, which is a very steep trip down and back up.  From here we will work our way down toward FishTrap Hollow to explore the overlooks and the waterfall.  This is also a very steep area, so be prepared.
LOCATION:
URL:http://hikingtheozarks.com/event/antenna-pine-and-fishtrap-hollow/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART:20111024T090000
DTEND:20111024T140000
DTSTAMP:20120519T090113
CREATED:20110923T083921
LAST-MODIFIED:20110923T083921
UID:5245@http://hikingtheozarks.com
SUMMARY:Basic Survival (Cox Hospital Flight Nurses and Pilots)
DESCRIPTION:THIS CLASS IS FULL    This class is phase I of our survival training and will cover the basics of outdoor survival, which include instruction on survival kits, the psychology of survival, shelter, water, fire, and preparation for rescue. The class will consist of both classroom and field exercises with practical examinations in fire starting, water filtration and shelter construction.   Dan Nash is the owner of Satori Adventures and Expeditions and is an experienced backpacker, hiker, mountaineer, guide and outdoor instructor.  Dan has extensive experience in the wilderness and has climbed and backpacked in both North and South America, Africa and Europe.
LOCATION:
URL:http://hikingtheozarks.com/event/basic-survival-cox-hospital-flight-nurses-and-pilots/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART:20120414T070000
DTEND:20120415T170000
DTSTAMP:20120519T090113
CREATED:20110828T164237
LAST-MODIFIED:20110828T164237
UID:5181@http://hikingtheozarks.com
SUMMARY:Wilderness First-Aid Rescue/Practicals
DESCRIPTION:This class is designed for individuals who have already received Wilderness First-Aid training, or some other equivelant medical training.  This is an intense 2 day class, designed to allow the students to participate in as close to real life practical training as possible.  Each participant will be camping with other students and be exposed to a variety of real life first aid practicals. The students will work in small group and will be required to locate, diagnose, treat and remove any injured parties that may need to be removed in the scenarios.   This may include building a litter or other device to carry the injured person to safety.  Some of the scenarios will be the rescue and treatment of a person from a cold mountain river, a fall from a cliff, insect/animal bites, heat related illness, mechnical injuries and unknown injuries/medical issues.  Each student will need a first-aid kit and materials to treat patients, along with the ability to build a litter or other device to remove patients to safety.
LOCATION:
URL:http://hikingtheozarks.com/event/wilderness-first-aid-rescuepracticals/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART:20111001
DTEND:20111002
DTSTAMP:20120519T090113
CREATED:20110828T160256
LAST-MODIFIED:20110828T160256
UID:5172@http://hikingtheozarks.com
SUMMARY:Mystery Hike
DESCRIPTION:
LOCATION:
URL:http://hikingtheozarks.com/event/mystery-hike/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART:20120121T070000
DTEND:20120122T170000
DTSTAMP:20120519T090113
CREATED:20110828T160000
LAST-MODIFIED:20110828T161844
UID:5170@http://hikingtheozarks.com
SUMMARY:Bowers Hollow Hike
DESCRIPTION:This is a fun little hike down into Bowers Hollow, with a side trip to Bowers Hollow Falls.  There is a great camping area not to far form the falls and plenty of places to explore, although there are no maintained trails in this area.  Can be a nice day hike to the falls or a two day trip if you want to explore the area further.
LOCATION:
URL:http://hikingtheozarks.com/event/bowers-hollow-hike/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART:20120107
DTEND:20120108
DTSTAMP:20120519T090113
CREATED:20110828T152520
LAST-MODIFIED:20110828T162016
UID:5156@http://hikingtheozarks.com
SUMMARY:Cecil Cove Loop and Thunder Falls
DESCRIPTION:This will be a day hike along the Cecil Cove Loop around Erbie and a side trip up to Thunder Falls. This will be about a 8 mile hike and will be considered moderate. We will see several old homesteads, a couple caves and waterfalls, including Thunder Falls on this trip.
LOCATION:
URL:http://hikingtheozarks.com/event/cecil-cove-loop-and-thunder-falls/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART:20110925T130000
DTEND:20110925T170000
DTSTAMP:20120519T090113
CREATED:20110824T224809
LAST-MODIFIED:20110923T084039
UID:5058@http://hikingtheozarks.com
SUMMARY:Basic Survival Class (Community Emergency Response Teams)
DESCRIPTION:THIS CLASS IS FULL    This class is phase I of our survival training and will cover the basics of outdoor survival which include instruction on survival kits, the psychology of survival, shelter, water, fire, and preparation for rescue. The class will consist of both classroom and field exercises with practical examinations in fire starting, water filtration and shelter construction.   Instructor Dan Nash is the owner of Satori Adventures and Expeditions and is an experienced backpacker, hiker, mountaineer, guide and outdoor instructor.  Dan has extensive experience in the wilderness and has climbed and backpacked in both North and South America, Africa, Canada, and Iceland.
LOCATION:1111 East Republic Road
URL:http://hikingtheozarks.com/event/cert-basic-survival-class/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART:20111023T130000
DTEND:20111023T170000
DTSTAMP:20120519T090113
CREATED:20110803T172335
LAST-MODIFIED:20110828T154756
UID:4825@http://hikingtheozarks.com
SUMMARY:Basic Backpacking and Gear Class
DESCRIPTION:This class will cover the basics of backpacking and hiking and will include a substantial amount of time being spent on the selection and use of outdoor clothing and outdoor gear. This will include backpacks, water filters, stoves, sleeping bags, tents, boots and food. This class will also cover the basics of preparing for various kinds of weather, trip preparation and trip planning.
LOCATION:1111 East Republic
URL:http://hikingtheozarks.com/event/basic-backpacking-and-gear-class/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART:20120407
DTEND:20120409
DTSTAMP:20120519T090113
CREATED:20110802T212058
LAST-MODIFIED:20120116T130612
UID:4822@http://hikingtheozarks.com
SUMMARY:OHT-Ozone to Big Piney
DESCRIPTION:Along with Hurricane Creek, one of my favorite sections of the Ozark Highland Trail.  This two day 18 miles hike, consists of Pine Forests, bluffs, waterfalls, crystal clear creeks, vistas and tons of wildlife, saw a Black Bear last time we did this hike.  This hike is a fun one and only a moderate trip.
LOCATION:
URL:http://hikingtheozarks.com/event/oht-ozone-to-big-piney-2/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART:20120421
DTEND:20120423
DTSTAMP:20120519T090113
CREATED:20110802T211920
LAST-MODIFIED:20120116T131108
UID:4821@http://hikingtheozarks.com
SUMMARY:OHT-White Rock Mountain to Cherry Bend
DESCRIPTION:This 19 mile section is one of the most popular sections of the Ozark Highlands Trail and is full of great views, rock formations, shelters and a great 1,000 foot climb up Whiting Mountain.
LOCATION:
URL:http://hikingtheozarks.com/event/oht-white-rock-mountain-to-cherry-bend/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART:20120128
DTEND:20120130
DTSTAMP:20120519T090113
CREATED:20110802T211748
LAST-MODIFIED:20111226T152757
UID:4820@http://hikingtheozarks.com
SUMMARY:OHT-Cherry Bend to Lick Branch
DESCRIPTION:This is a great 19 mile section of the Ozarks Highlands Trail.  This section is very scenic and is filled with great wateralls and a climb up and over Hare Mountain.
LOCATION:
URL:http://hikingtheozarks.com/event/oht-cherry-bend-to-lick-branch/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART:20120114
DTEND:20120116
DTSTAMP:20120519T090113
CREATED:20110802T211533
LAST-MODIFIED:20110828T160816
UID:4819@http://hikingtheozarks.com
SUMMARY:Leatherwood Wilderness Exploration
DESCRIPTION:This is going to be an exploration weekend into one of the most wild and rugged areas in Arkansas, the Leatherwood Wilderness.  This trip will consist of some bushwacking, scrambling, carrying a full pack and some compass work.  Physical conditioning and the abilty to adapt to the wilderness will be important.  There are very little trails in this area, so each person will need to feel comfortable hiking in rough terrain and camping in a wild area.  You however, will be rewarded with a wild and rugged area, full of vistas, rock bluffs, waterfalls and wildlife.
LOCATION:
URL:http://hikingtheozarks.com/event/leatherwood-wilderness-exploration/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART:20111217
DTEND:20111219
DTSTAMP:20120519T090113
CREATED:20110802T211430
LAST-MODIFIED:20110828T153502
UID:4818@http://hikingtheozarks.com
SUMMARY:Hurricane Creek
DESCRIPTION:This is one of my favorite hikes, with plenty to see from a great Arch, rock formations, water and vistas.  This hike is 19 miles over two days and goes right though a wonderful wilderness area.  If you like the wilderness, you will love this hike.
LOCATION:
URL:http://hikingtheozarks.com/event/hurricane-creek/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART:20111210
DTEND:20111212
DTSTAMP:20120519T090113
CREATED:20110802T211105
LAST-MODIFIED:20110828T155542
UID:4817@http://hikingtheozarks.com
SUMMARY:Richland Creek Exploration Trip
DESCRIPTION:This is going to be an exploration weekend into the most wild and rugged areas of the Richland Creek Wilderness.  This trip will consist of some bushwacking, scrambling, carrying a full pack and some compass work.  Physical conditioning and the abilty to adapt to the wilderness will be important.
LOCATION:
URL:http://hikingtheozarks.com/event/richland-creek-exploration-trip/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART:20111008
DTEND:20111010
DTSTAMP:20120519T090113
CREATED:20110802T205903
LAST-MODIFIED:20110802T211314
UID:4814@http://hikingtheozarks.com
SUMMARY:Woolum to Tyler Bend
DESCRIPTION:We will hike the Buffalo River Trail from Woolum down to Tyler Bend and explore several canyons along the way.  This will be a  15 mile hike over two days, or you can hike a particular section for a day hike.
LOCATION:
URL:http://hikingtheozarks.com/event/woolum-to-tyler-bend/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART:20110903T070000
DTEND:20110905T160000
DTSTAMP:20120519T090113
CREATED:20110802T205759
LAST-MODIFIED:20110828T153203
UID:4813@http://hikingtheozarks.com
SUMMARY:Richland Creek to Woolum
DESCRIPTION:We will hike the Ozark Highland Trail from Richland Creek to Woolum.  This is a 21 mile hike over 2-3 days, or you can hike a smaller section as a day hike.
LOCATION:
URL:http://hikingtheozarks.com/event/richland-creek-to-woolum/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART:20111022
DTEND:20111024
DTSTAMP:20120519T090113
CREATED:20110802T205617
LAST-MODIFIED:20110828T153243
UID:4812@http://hikingtheozarks.com
SUMMARY:Hemmed in Hollow Hike
DESCRIPTION:We are going to hike in the Buffalo National River area around Hemmed in Hollow, Big Bluff and the Centerpoint Trail.  We will camp along the Buffalo River, but this can be done as either a day hike or overnight trip.
LOCATION:
URL:http://hikingtheozarks.com/event/hemmed-in-hollow-hike/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART:20111124
DTEND:20111128
DTSTAMP:20120519T090113
CREATED:20110802T205329
LAST-MODIFIED:20110828T155800
UID:4811@http://hikingtheozarks.com
SUMMARY:Thanksgiving Hike
DESCRIPTION:This is our annual Thanksgiving Hike along with Buffalo River Trail from Ponca to Pruitt.  This hike will consist of a 3 day, 27.3 mile hike, but it can also be done in dayhikes along the way for those that do not wish to do the entire hike.  You can meet us at Ponca, Kyles Landing or Erbie to complete any section of the hike.
LOCATION:
URL:http://hikingtheozarks.com/event/thanksgiving-hike/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART:20120317T070000
DTEND:20120318T170000
DTSTAMP:20120519T090113
CREATED:20110712T155127
LAST-MODIFIED:20110828T154336
UID:4783@http://hikingtheozarks.com
SUMMARY:Advanced Survival Class
DESCRIPTION:The Advanced Survival Class is phase III of our survival training and includes a review of previous information and training, followed by an outdoor experience in a survival situation. This completely practical exercise class will consist of being put in a survival setting with limited supplies and gear and thus utilizing the training received to survive in the outdoors for a period of time (24 to 36 hours). Students are allowed to work in small groups of up to 4 people and are allowed one liter of water and one candy bar per student.  Each student is also allowed to being extra clothing, but no tents, shelters, sleeping bags, stoves or other items are allowed.  The students will be asked to survival with a small survival kit and will used their new skills to adapt to their environment.  An instructor(s) will monitor the class for safety and educational purposes.  For dates and locations near you, check the events page.
LOCATION:
URL:http://hikingtheozarks.com/event/advanced-survival-class/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART:20120212T130000
DTEND:20120212T170000
DTSTAMP:20120519T090113
CREATED:20110712T145002
LAST-MODIFIED:20110828T155334
UID:4765@http://hikingtheozarks.com
SUMMARY:Intermediate Survival Class
DESCRIPTION:The Intermediate Survival Class is the second phase of our survival training and will include an overview of the Basic Survial Class followed by training in Wilderness First-Aid, Orienteering, collecting wild edibles, the use of snares/deadfalls and surviving harsh weather environments.  This class will consist of both classroom and practical exercise instruction in a wilderness settting.   You will need a pocket knife for this class.  For for more information on locations, dates and costs, please go to the events page.
LOCATION:1111 East Republic Road
URL:http://hikingtheozarks.com/event/intermediate-survival-class/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART:20120108T130000
DTEND:20120108T170000
DTSTAMP:20120519T090113
CREATED:20110712T143459
LAST-MODIFIED:20110828T154917
UID:4761@http://hikingtheozarks.com
SUMMARY:Basic Survival Class
DESCRIPTION:This class is phase I of our survival series of classes and will cover the basics of outdoor survival, which include instruction on survival kits, the psychology of survival, shelter, water, fire, and preparation for rescue. The class will consist of both classroom and field exercises with practical examinations in fire starting, water filtration and shelter construction. Students will need a bandana, steel/flint fire striker and a water bottle.
LOCATION:1111 East Republic
URL:http://hikingtheozarks.com/event/basic-survival-class-3/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART:20110702
DTEND:20110703
DTSTAMP:20120519T090113
CREATED:20110621T071309
LAST-MODIFIED:20110621T071309
UID:4725@http://hikingtheozarks.com
SUMMARY:Busiek State Forest
DESCRIPTION:This will be a good little workout and hike around Busiek State Forest just south of Springfield, Missouri. 
LOCATION:
URL:http://hikingtheozarks.com/event/busiek-state-forest-4/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART:20111028
DTEND:20111121
DTSTAMP:20120519T090113
CREATED:20110621T071140
LAST-MODIFIED:20110828T155045
UID:4724@http://hikingtheozarks.com
SUMMARY:Nepal: Everest Base Camp/Island Peak
DESCRIPTION:We will be making the 9 day trek from Lukla up to the Everest Base Camp, located at the foot of the Kumbu Glacier at 17,500 feet.  From here we will make our way over to Island Peak (20,196 feet) and attempt a summit bid of the mountain.
LOCATION:
URL:http://hikingtheozarks.com/event/nepal-everest-base-campisland-peak/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART:20110625
DTEND:20110627
DTSTAMP:20120519T090113
CREATED:20110608T073307
LAST-MODIFIED:20110608T073307
UID:4686@http://hikingtheozarks.com
SUMMARY:Sylamore Creek Hike
DESCRIPTION:This is a a fun little hike on good trails with little poison ivey and excellent places to day hike and camp.  You can do a day hike from 5 miles ot 10 miles, or do the complete 2 day hike of 14 miles, we might even add a little more.  
LOCATION:
URL:http://hikingtheozarks.com/event/sylamore-creek-hike/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART:20110923
DTEND:20110926
DTSTAMP:20120519T090113
CREATED:20110503T205829
LAST-MODIFIED:20110828T152732
UID:4621@http://hikingtheozarks.com
SUMMARY:Primative Skills Gathering
DESCRIPTION:The 14th annual    Bois D' Arc Primitive Skills Camp and Knap-In  at Hulston Mill Historic Park  September 22 - 25, 2011.    Dedicated to the research, practice and teaching of stone-age wilderness wisdom and life skills.    Held at the beautiful Hulston Mill Historic Park, near Greenfield MO. Directions: From Springfield, take Hwy 160 approx. 30 mi. west (approx. 20 mi past Bois D' Arc Conservation area, 7 miles east of Greenfield) to EE, right, follow signs to the Mill. The Knap-In and Vendor Row starts Thursday and is free to the public, Workshops start Friday at 9 a.m.    Workshops: Some of the finest primitive skills instructors in the midwest, teaching workshops on the following subjects:                                          Friction Fire   Flintknapping   Rivercane Flutes   Basketry and Pottery   Deadfall Traps   Pine Pitch and Hide Glue   Pump Drills   Bow and Arrow Construction   Atlatl Construction   Bone Tools   Tracking and Trailing   Primitive First Aid   Bowls & Containers   Knife Sharpening      Primitive Cooking   Braintan Buckskin Hide Tanning   Buckskin Moccasins    Cordage & Netting   Shelter   Rivercane Blowguns   Edible, Medical Useful Plant Identification   and much, much more    Evening Programs:     Nightwalking   Stories & Singing by Mescalero Apache John Hernandez   String and Didgeredoo Music   Drum Circle   ... and who knows what else!  
LOCATION:
URL:http://hikingtheozarks.com/event/primative-skills-gathering/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART:20110602T190000
DTEND:20110602T210000
DTSTAMP:20120519T090113
CREATED:20110503T205400
LAST-MODIFIED:20110503T205400
UID:4620@http://hikingtheozarks.com
SUMMARY:YMCA Women's Backpacking Class
DESCRIPTION:This is the classroom portion of the women's backpacking class for the YMCA Outdoor Adventure Group.  The class will start at 7 pm and run to 9pm.  This class will help prepare the participants for the Women's backpacking trip later in June.
LOCATION:
URL:http://hikingtheozarks.com/event/ymca-womens-backpacking-class/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART:20110507
DTEND:20110508
DTSTAMP:20120519T090113
CREATED:20110413T204424
LAST-MODIFIED:20110425T161048
UID:4548@http://hikingtheozarks.com
SUMMARY:Cecil Cove Loop to Thunder Falls
DESCRIPTION:This is a fun little hike of about 8 miles around several streams and the Buffalo River.  Along the way we will take a departure from the trail to visit Thunder Falls.
LOCATION:
URL:http://hikingtheozarks.com/event/cecil-cove-loop-to-thunder-falls/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART:20110430
DTEND:20110501
DTSTAMP:20120519T090113
CREATED:20110410T190332
LAST-MODIFIED:20110425T161018
UID:4544@http://hikingtheozarks.com
SUMMARY:Busiek State Forest
DESCRIPTION:
LOCATION:
URL:http://hikingtheozarks.com/event/busiek-state-forest-3/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART:20110604
DTEND:20110606
DTSTAMP:20120519T090113
CREATED:20110410T185754
LAST-MODIFIED:20110527T134917
UID:4542@http://hikingtheozarks.com
SUMMARY:OHT-Ozone to Big Piney
DESCRIPTION:Back by popular demand, is the OHT section from Ozone to Big Piney.  This is a very pretty section, along several creeks and streams, with some nice waterfalls, great camp areas and one super nice swimming hole.  This hike is about 18 miles over 2 days.
LOCATION:
URL:http://hikingtheozarks.com/event/oht-ozone-to-big-piney/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART:20110709
DTEND:20110711
DTSTAMP:20120519T090113
CREATED:20110410T185447
LAST-MODIFIED:20110527T140607
UID:4541@http://hikingtheozarks.com
SUMMARY:Buffalo River Trail (Woolum to Tyler Bend)
DESCRIPTION:This hike will be the Buffalo River Trail from Woolum to Tyler Bend. We had this hike on the calendar earlier but the water levels where just way to high. Looking forward to checking out this part of the trail!
LOCATION:
URL:http://hikingtheozarks.com/event/buffalo-river-trail-ponca-to-erbie/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART:20110715
DTEND:20110725
DTSTAMP:20120519T090113
CREATED:20110406T160654
LAST-MODIFIED:20110527T141222
UID:4532@http://hikingtheozarks.com
SUMMARY:Peru: Mt. Pisco and Santa Cruz Trek
DESCRIPTION:Part of our group will be attempting a summit bid of Mt. Pisco in Peru, elevation 18,894 feet.  Another part of the group will be backpacking the Santa Cruz Trek, one of the best backpacking locations in the world.
LOCATION:
URL:http://hikingtheozarks.com/event/peru-mt-pisco-and-santa-cruz-trek/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART:20111014
DTEND:20111017
DTSTAMP:20120519T090113
CREATED:20110331T132905
LAST-MODIFIED:20110828T154135
UID:4507@http://hikingtheozarks.com
SUMMARY:2nd Annual Outdoor Rendezvous
DESCRIPTION:Once again, Hiking the Ozarks will be having our annual OutdoorRendezvous event at Horseshoe Canyon Ranch near Jasper, Arkansas. The Rendezvous will consist of several day hiking trips offered each day, outdoor educational classes, rock climbing classes, gear give-aways and great all around fun.  We expect this year to be bigger and better than ever, so don't miss out and once again, the $20.00 fee gets you all 3 days and all the events.
LOCATION:
URL:http://hikingtheozarks.com/event/2nd-annual-outdoor-rendezvous/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART:20110611
DTEND:20110612
DTSTAMP:20120519T090113
CREATED:20110321T150500
LAST-MODIFIED:20110321T150500
UID:4457@http://hikingtheozarks.com
SUMMARY:Peru Fitness Hike
DESCRIPTION:Everyone is welcome to attend this event, but the local persons planning to travel in the Peru trip in July are highly encouraged to participate in this event.  The hike is going to take place neat the Hemmed in Hollow waterfall and will consist of a hike starting at the Compton trailhead.  The hike will then take us down to the Hemmed in Hollow Falls and then back up the Compton trailhead to the Bench Trail.  We will then take the Bench Trail west over to the Sneeds Creek Trail and follow it down to Granny Henderson's Cabin and Horseshoe.  We will then climb back up the Compton trail to the Compton trailhead.  This will be completed while carrying a 40 pound backpack.  For the person's planning on climbing Mt. Pisco, I may add a third trip up and down the Compton trail, depending on the temperatures and the time of day, so be prepared.  For anyone else, feel free to just hike with us and travel on some great trails and get a descent little workout.  Again, eveyone is welcome.
LOCATION:
URL:http://hikingtheozarks.com/event/peru-fitness-hike/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART:20110416
DTEND:20110417
DTSTAMP:20120519T090113
CREATED:20110309T115530
LAST-MODIFIED:20110309T115530
UID:4419@http://hikingtheozarks.com
SUMMARY:Basic Survival Class
DESCRIPTION:This is phase I of our survival series of classes and covers the preparation and basic principles of survival, to include the development of a survival kit, along with mastering the skills of fire, water and shelter.  This class consists of both classroom and practical exercises.  Items needed for the class are a water bottle, bandana, steel/flint fire starter and zip-lock bag.  
LOCATION:
URL:http://hikingtheozarks.com/event/basic-survival-class-2/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART:20110528
DTEND:20110531
DTSTAMP:20120519T090113
CREATED:20110306T181228
LAST-MODIFIED:20110527T140251
UID:4416@http://hikingtheozarks.com
SUMMARY:Buffalo River Trail (Ponca to Pruitt)
DESCRIPTION:This will be a memorial weekend trip along the Buffalo River Trail from Ponca to Pruitt.  This is a  great hike with Saturday's hike traveling from Ponca to Kyles Landing,  where we will camp for the night.  This is a 9.9 mile hike, that can be  either a fun day hike, or day 1 of an 3 day trip.  Sunday we will hike with a nice little 8 mile hike to Erbie, which again can be a  day hike. Monday we will finish  the hike with a nice little 8 or so mile hike to Pruitt, again another great  day hike.
LOCATION:
URL:http://hikingtheozarks.com/event/buffalo-river-trail-woolum-to-tyler-bend/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART:20110515T120000
DTEND:20110515T170000
DTSTAMP:20120519T090113
CREATED:20110209T151249
LAST-MODIFIED:20110209T151249
UID:4394@http://hikingtheozarks.com
SUMMARY:Land Navigation
DESCRIPTION:During  our land navigation class you will learn the basics of using and traveling via a compass and a map.  We will have some classroom exercises and instruction, followed by practical exercises at the Busiek State Forest.  Students will need a compass, notebook and writing utensil.  An orienteering compass works best.
LOCATION:1111 East Republic Road
URL:http://hikingtheozarks.com/event/land-navigation/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART:20110501T120000
DTEND:20110501T160000
DTSTAMP:20120519T090113
CREATED:20110209T150937
LAST-MODIFIED:20110209T150937
UID:4393@http://hikingtheozarks.com
SUMMARY:Basic Backpacking/Gear Class
DESCRIPTION:This class will cover all the aspsects of gear and outdoor clothing, to include the selection of boots, tents, backpacks, stoves, jackets and all other outdoor clothing.  We show you how to fit your boots and backpack, how to select the correct sleeping bag and even how to pack your backpack correctly. This class is a must have for all outdoor enthusiasts.
LOCATION:1111 East Republic Road
URL:http://hikingtheozarks.com/event/basic-backpackinggear-class/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART:20110423
DTEND:20110424
DTSTAMP:20120519T090113
CREATED:20110202T203540
LAST-MODIFIED:20110202T203540
UID:4391@http://hikingtheozarks.com
SUMMARY:NWA YMCA Basic Backpacking Class
DESCRIPTION:This basic backpacking class will cover gear, clothing, boots, backpacks, stoves, sleeping bags and other items, including how to use these items in the wilderness.  There will be 2 classes, with the first running from 9:00 to 1:00 and the second running from 1;30 to 5:30.
LOCATION:
URL:http://hikingtheozarks.com/event/nwa-ymca-basic-backpacking-class/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART:20110521
DTEND:20110523
DTSTAMP:20120519T090113
CREATED:20110201T111633
LAST-MODIFIED:20110201T111633
UID:4384@http://hikingtheozarks.com
SUMMARY:NWA YMCA Adventure Guides Trip
DESCRIPTION:This will be a outdoor training session and overnight trip for the NWA YMCA Adventure Guides Group from Bentonville, Arkansas.  
LOCATION:
URL:http://hikingtheozarks.com/event/nwa-ymca-adventure-guides-trip/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART:20110409
DTEND:20110411
DTSTAMP:20120519T090113
CREATED:20101212T132840
LAST-MODIFIED:20101212T132841
UID:4242@http://hikingtheozarks.com
SUMMARY:Wilderness First-Aid
DESCRIPTION:This is the 2 day Wilderness First-Aid Ceritfication class sponsored by the Red Cross.  THIS CLASS IS FULL.
LOCATION:
URL:http://hikingtheozarks.com/event/wilderness-first-aid/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART:20110312
DTEND:20110314
DTSTAMP:20120519T090113
CREATED:20101123T134152
LAST-MODIFIED:20101123T134152
UID:4216@http://hikingtheozarks.com
SUMMARY:OHT-Section 8 Richland Creek to Woolum
DESCRIPTION:This section of the Ozark Highlands Trail is 20 miles and consists of good trail through the Richland Creek Valley passing through and around various pedestal rocks, bluffs, streams, watrfalls and through prime bear habitat.  This is a great hike that at the end provides views from The Nars to Skull Bluff and the Buffalo River.
LOCATION:
URL:http://hikingtheozarks.com/event/oht-section-8-richland-creek-to-woolum/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART:20110326
DTEND:20110328
DTSTAMP:20120519T090113
CREATED:20101123T133205
LAST-MODIFIED:20101123T133205
UID:4213@http://hikingtheozarks.com
SUMMARY:OHT-Section 5 Ozone to Big Piney
DESCRIPTION:This is Section 5 of the Ozark Highland Trail, starting at Ozone and ending at the Big Piney Campground (19.8 miles).  This is another excellent section of the OHT, that provides great views, a big waterfall and very remote areas.
LOCATION:
URL:http://hikingtheozarks.com/event/oht-section-5-ozone-to-big-piney/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART:20110108
DTEND:20110109
DTSTAMP:20120519T090113
CREATED:20101123T132707
LAST-MODIFIED:20110105T212250
UID:4212@http://hikingtheozarks.com
SUMMARY:Busiek State Forest
DESCRIPTION:This is going to be a day hike and or a fitness hike through the Busiek State Forest.  We will meet at the East Entrance of the Busiek State Forest from US 65 at 0900 hours.
LOCATION:
URL:http://hikingtheozarks.com/event/busiek-state-forest-2/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART:20101218
DTEND:20101220
DTSTAMP:20120519T090113
CREATED:20101123T132507
LAST-MODIFIED:20101123T132507
UID:4210@http://hikingtheozarks.com
SUMMARY:Dry Creek Area and Stack Rock
DESCRIPTION:This hike is in the Richland Creek Wilderness Area and runs along part of the Ozark Highland Trail through the Dry Creek Scenic Area.  We will hike this trail down into a canyon, hike along Dry Creek and work our way down to Punchbowl Falls.  We wil also work our way down to Stack Rock, which is a very unusual rock formation that sticks staight up out of the ground some 100 plus feet into the air.  This hike can be done as a day hike or overnight trip.
LOCATION:
URL:http://hikingtheozarks.com/event/dry-creek-area-and-stack-rock/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART:20110205
DTEND:20110206
DTSTAMP:20120519T090113
CREATED:20101123T131645
LAST-MODIFIED:20101123T131817
UID:4209@http://hikingtheozarks.com
SUMMARY:Busiek State Forest
DESCRIPTION:This is going to be a day hike and fitness hike for anyone that would like to attend.
LOCATION:
URL:http://hikingtheozarks.com/event/busiek-state-forest/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART:20110212
DTEND:20110214
DTSTAMP:20120519T090113
CREATED:20101123T131137
LAST-MODIFIED:20101123T131137
UID:4207@http://hikingtheozarks.com
SUMMARY:Sylamore Creek and Sandstone Hollow Area
DESCRIPTION:This hike will consist of hiking the Sylamore Creek trail from Allison to Gunners Pool and a side trip to the Sandstone Hollow Area.  This is a great hike in a very pretty area, with running water, bluffs, waterfalls and great views in the winter.  You can do the entire hike of 14 miles or dayhike sections of the trail to make day hikes of 5 or 9 miles.
LOCATION:
URL:http://hikingtheozarks.com/event/sylamore-creek-and-sandstone-hollow-area/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART:20110129
DTEND:20110131
DTSTAMP:20120519T090113
CREATED:20101123T130641
LAST-MODIFIED:20101123T130641
UID:4206@http://hikingtheozarks.com
SUMMARY:Leatherwood Wilderness Area
DESCRIPTION:The Leatherwood Wilderness is part of the largest continuous forest in the eastern United States and is truely a wild and rugged area.  There is only 1 maintained trail in the entire wilderness area, the rest of the time requires you to follow old logging roads and to bushwack, but this area is also a mecca for unspoiled mountains, waterfalls and has one of the largest bear population in Arkansas.  This hike will take us from the Old Fire Tower, over logging roads toward Push Mountain, past several great blufflines and waterfalls and down to the  Buffalo River and several smaller streams.  This hike will not be easy due to the terrain and lack of trails, but is truely an outdoor mecca.
LOCATION:
URL:http://hikingtheozarks.com/event/leatherwood-wilderness-area/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART:20110115T060000
DTEND:20110116T170000
DTSTAMP:20120519T090113
CREATED:20101123T125534
LAST-MODIFIED:20101123T125534
UID:4203@http://hikingtheozarks.com
SUMMARY:OHT Section 6-Hurricane Creek Area
DESCRIPTION:This hike will consist of the Ozarks Highland Trail from the Big Piney Trailhead to the Fairview Campground (19.5 miles). This is a great trail that runs along Hurricane Creek, past the Natural Bridge and through one of the prettiest areas in the state.  We will camp one night along the trail and finish at the Fairview Campground on Arkansas Highway 7.
LOCATION:
URL:http://hikingtheozarks.com/event/oht-section-6-hurricane-creek-area/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART:20101204
DTEND:20101205
DTSTAMP:20120519T090113
CREATED:20101123T124815
LAST-MODIFIED:20101123T124815
UID:4202@http://hikingtheozarks.com
SUMMARY:Owens Mountain and Ricketts Mountain
DESCRIPTION:This will be a day hike around Owens and Rickett Mountains in the Ozark National Forest between Cowell and Mt. Judea, Arkansas.  We will hike and bushwack along amazing rock formations, blufflines, boulders and view the ancient Indian Pictographs on the bluffs in this area.  This should be a fun and exciting hike.
LOCATION:
URL:http://hikingtheozarks.com/event/owens-mountain-and-ricketts-mountain/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART:20110122T070000
DTEND:20110123T170000
DTSTAMP:20120519T090113
CREATED:20101027T165820
LAST-MODIFIED:20101116T204912
UID:4078@http://hikingtheozarks.com
SUMMARY:Kilimanjaro Fitness Test
DESCRIPTION:This is the fitness test for the Kilimanjaro Expedition.  This will hopefully help everyone to prepare both mentally and physically for the Kilimanjaro Expedition and will consist of parts of the Centerpoint, Buffalo River and Compton Trails.
LOCATION:Wilderness
URL:http://hikingtheozarks.com/event/kilimanjaro-fitness-test/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART:20110219T080000
DTEND:20110303T170000
DTSTAMP:20120519T090113
CREATED:20101027T165528
LAST-MODIFIED:20101027T165528
UID:4077@http://hikingtheozarks.com
SUMMARY:Kilimanjaro Expedition
DESCRIPTION:This expedition will consist of a summit attempt of Mount Kilimanjaro in Tanzania, Africa.
LOCATION:
URL:http://hikingtheozarks.com/event/kilimanjaro-expedition/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART:20110319T070000
DTEND:20110320T170000
DTSTAMP:20120519T090113
CREATED:20101027T165040
LAST-MODIFIED:20101027T165958
UID:4075@http://hikingtheozarks.com
SUMMARY:Advanced Survival Class
DESCRIPTION:This is the last of our survival series and will constitute utilizing the instruction from the first two phases, to spend the weekend in the wilderness with a 1 liter bottle of water, 1 candy bar and no gear.  The students are allowed to have a pack, survival kit, first aid kid and clothing, but no tent, sleepings bag, bivy sack, sleeping pad or other items.  Students will be allowed to work on small groups and utilize the skills to spend the weekend in the wilderness, with instructors being on hand to assist if needed.
LOCATION:Wilderness
URL:http://hikingtheozarks.com/event/advanced-survival/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART:20110206T120000
DTEND:20110206T160000
DTSTAMP:20120519T090113
CREATED:20101027T164441
LAST-MODIFIED:20101027T170014
UID:4074@http://hikingtheozarks.com
SUMMARY:Intermediate Survival Class
DESCRIPTION:This is phase II of our survival series and will consist of both classroom and practical exercise intruction.  This class will cover, basic first aid, basic navigation, wild edibles and the use of snares and deadfalls.  The practical exercises will consist of building a Paiute Deadfall, identifying some basic edible plants and using outdoor signs for basic navigation.
LOCATION:1111 East Republic Road
URL:http://hikingtheozarks.com/event/intermediate-survival/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART:20110109T120000
DTEND:20110109T160000
DTSTAMP:20120519T090113
CREATED:20101027T164001
LAST-MODIFIED:20110103T153312
UID:4073@http://hikingtheozarks.com
SUMMARY:Basic Survival Class
DESCRIPTION:This is the first phase of the 3 phase survival series and will consist of 2 hours of classroom instruction followed by 2 hours of practical exercises at the Busiek State Forest.  The practicals will consist of making fire, shelter and filtering water.  The students are allowed to utilize a steel flint, bandanas and a knife only during the practical portion of the class, but can utilize any natural objects from the wilderness.  This class is full, but email us to get on the waiting list for the next class.
LOCATION:1111 East Republic Road
URL:http://hikingtheozarks.com/event/basic-survival-class/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART:20101121T000000
DTEND:20101121T140000
DTSTAMP:20120519T090113
CREATED:20101027T163509
LAST-MODIFIED:20101101T162435
UID:4072@http://hikingtheozarks.com
SUMMARY:Winter Backpacking Class
DESCRIPTION:This class will discuss the basics of backpacking and camping during the winter months and in colder temperatures.  We will cover all the basics of cold weather outdoors, including gear, keeping warm, winter camping, winter cooking, winter travel and winter first aid.
LOCATION:1111 East Republic Road
URL:http://hikingtheozarks.com/event/winter-backpacking/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART:20101125
DTEND:20101129
DTSTAMP:20120519T090113
CREATED:20101017T200516
LAST-MODIFIED:20101017T200516
UID:3977@http://hikingtheozarks.com
SUMMARY:3nd Annual Thanksgiving Hike
DESCRIPTION:
LOCATION:
URL:http://hikingtheozarks.com/event/3nd-annual-thanksgiving-hike/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART:20101106
DTEND:20101108
DTSTAMP:20120519T090113
CREATED:20101013T155652
LAST-MODIFIED:20101017T200336
UID:3907@http://hikingtheozarks.com
SUMMARY:Women's Backpacking Clinic Part II
DESCRIPTION:Ladies that participated in the Women's Backpacking Clinic Part I will be excited to finally be getting out and putting to use some of the knowledge they have gathered over the last month.    We will be backpacking along the Buffalo River  with views of Hemmed-In-Hollow, Big Bluff via the Goat Trail and Granny  Henderson's old homestead.
LOCATION:
URL:http://hikingtheozarks.com/event/womens-backpacking-clinic-part-ii/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART:20101030
DTEND:20101101
DTSTAMP:20120519T090113
CREATED:20101013T145504
LAST-MODIFIED:20101013T155740
UID:3903@http://hikingtheozarks.com
SUMMARY:3rd Annual Richland Creek Halloween Hike
DESCRIPTION:We will be hiking in the Richland Creek Wilderness, from the old Richland Campground to the Twin Falls and Richland Falls.   For the day hikers, you can hike with us up to Twin Falls  and Richland Falls and then backtrack back to  the vehicles.  There is no maintained trail, but I am going to mark the  trail for you with ribbon, so it will be easy to find your way back.    The trail we will take will wind along Richland Creek,  up a huge canyon, but no big hills for you to climb.  The area is  rugged and wild and full of deer, elk, bears, wild hogs, coyotes etc.   The trail is not maintained, so at times we will cross logs, rocks,  trees and the terrain will be uneven, muddy at times and there will be 3  water crossings, with one being to the middle of your theigh for sure.   Bring some shoes to cross the creek, some extra socks, small hand towel and wear something under your trousers to cross the creek.   I promise, it will be worth it!!!  If you want to be in the outdoors  and the wilderness and see an area of the Ozarks that will remind you of  Colorado or Idaho, this is the hike to take.  Total length for the  dayhikers will be about 7 miles in and out for the overnighters, about  10 miles.  I guarantee you will love this hike, you just have to go with  us.
LOCATION:
URL:http://hikingtheozarks.com/event/3rd-annual-richland-creek-halloween-hike/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART:20101023
DTEND:20101025
DTSTAMP:20120519T090113
CREATED:20101013T141525
LAST-MODIFIED:20101013T142513
UID:3901@http://hikingtheozarks.com
SUMMARY:Alpine Shop - 17th Annual Winter Swap Festival
DESCRIPTION:A few of the team members will be traveling to St Louis to take part in the 17th Annual Winter Swap Festival at the Alpine Shop.
LOCATION:440 N. Kirkwood Road 
URL:http://hikingtheozarks.com/event/17th-annual-winter-swap-festival/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART:20101017T130000
DTEND:20101017T150000
DTSTAMP:20120519T090113
CREATED:20101013T140505
LAST-MODIFIED:20101013T140744
UID:3899@http://hikingtheozarks.com
SUMMARY:Women's Backpacking Clinic
DESCRIPTION:The class will consist  of a variety of topics including, outdoor gear, clothing, food, hygiene  and camping topics, especially essential to women.
LOCATION:1111 E. Republic
URL:http://hikingtheozarks.com/event/womens-backpacking-clinic/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART:20101016
DTEND:20101017
DTSTAMP:20120519T090113
CREATED:20101013T134335
LAST-MODIFIED:20101013T155824
UID:3894@http://hikingtheozarks.com
SUMMARY:The Stacks
DESCRIPTION:We are going to hike on the Ozark Highland Trail from Richland Creek toward The Stacks.  A couple miles east on the trail, we will reach a large bend in the creek,  at which point the over night hikers will leave their packs, as we will  set up camp here and use this as a base camp.  From here, everyone can  continue to hike along and explore along the Ozark Highland Trail down  to the Stacks, which is a large area of Pedestal Rocks sticking straight  up out of the ground.  From the base camp area, there is also a side  trail that will take us up a large mountain, but once at the top, there  is a fantastic view of the Richland Valley and is worth the climb.  When the day hikers are done exploring, they can  hike back to the vehicles, while the others will spend the night and hike out early Sunday morning.
LOCATION:
URL:http://hikingtheozarks.com/event/the-stacks/
END:VEVENT
END:VCALENDAR