Architectural Anthropology In The Ozarks (CR)
Hike | Available
Education and Community Program Manager, Liz Hill, and Teacher Naturalist staff at Ozark Natural Science Center (ONSC) will lead a group on a trail hike to explore three very different shelters of Bear Hollow in this cultural history hike. This rare opportunity allows the explorer a safe and exciting look at how historic communities, including Native American and settler groups, dwelled in the Ozarks and how they used the natural elements around them to support life. The oldest site is a Bluff Shelter nicknamed “Counterfeit Cave.” There are two other standing homesteads: the Yarborough Cabin and Rookard House, as well as the collapsed Martin Log House, also on the route.
This three-hour hike will cover approximately two miles, and there is moderate elevation change over some uneven, rocky terrain. Please wear long pants with closed-toe shoes and socks. A hat and water bottle are recommended. From the spring box to split rock, this is a hike you will always remember!
The cost of admission is included in the class costs. Meeting location and other information will be sent in the class reminder. Wear comfortable clothing. The time listed includes travel time; tour time is 1 pm - 4 pm. (Rain Date: 11/19.)
Activity Level: 3
This option is the Commuter Rate (CR) option.
This course is an in-person course. Participants will drive themselves (commuter rate) to the location of the class or may elect to meet the transportation group (details to be provided) and follow behind the van to the class location. Meeting details will be sent in the class reminder.
Class changes occasionally happen, please watch for (and read) announcements or emails from OLLI regarding your class.
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Ozark Natural Science Center
Liz Hill
At ONSC, Liz Hill leads a staff of Teacher Naturalists that specialize in the natural science and history of the Ozarks. Liz received her B.S. in Conservation & Resource Studies and M.Ed. with a focus on Mindfulness and Nature, and has over 15 years of experience in environmental and outdoor education, primarily in the Northwest Arkansas Ozarks. The Teacher Naturalists hold degrees ranging from bachelors to doctorates and are all passionate about the Ozark natural environment.