Hike To Hawksbill Crag (CR)
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Come on this popular OLLI hike to Whitaker Point, more commonly known as Hawksbill Crag, to visit one of the most photographed spots in all of Arkansas. Located in the upper Buffalo National River wilderness area, Hawksbill Crag hangs out over Whitaker Creek, giving 180-degree views of the valley below. This hike becomes especially popular during the fall to enjoy the contrasting colors of the changing leaves. The trail is approximately a 3-mile round trip and will offer stunning views, especially this time of year. The trail is rocky, uneven, and has a lot of elevation changes; therefore is rated a Level 3, based on the OLLI Activity Levels.
Transportation and meeting location information will be sent to participants in their class reminder.
Activity Level: 3
This option is the Commuter Rate (CR) option.
This program meets in person. Participants will drive themselves (commuter rate) to the program location or may elect to meet the transportation group (details to be provided) and follow the van to the destination. This is highly encouraged. Meeting details will be sent in the program reminder.
Class changes occasionally happen; please watch for (and read) announcements or emails from OLLI regarding your class.
Destination Location: Hawksbill Crag/Whitaker Point - Whitaker Point Co Rd 406, Kingston, AR 72742
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Josh Raney
Josh Raney is a native Arkansan and has lived in Fayetteville for 25 years. He earned a BSBA in M (2003) and MEd in Human Resource Development (2008) from the University of Arkansas. In his role, Josh oversees all operations of the institute and works closely with leadership of the College of Education and Health Professions, but also shares his passion for the outdoors by guiding leisure hikes. Josh shares his passion for the outdoors by volunteering to lead
hikes for seasoned adults through OLLI. In his free time, he enjoys spending time with his wife, Rebecca, and two sons
Hayes and Pruitt. They spend much of their free time canoeing, camping, hiking, biking and fishing.