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River Meets Lake

NATURE UNFOLDS DURING UPSTREAM TRIP

Subscriber onlyFAYETTEVILLE — It’s easy to see why this watery, isolated wonderland is Mike McBride’s favorite spot. Continue reading...

By Flip Putthoff Posted: Feb 9, 2012 at 5:44 a.m.

THE FLIP SIDE: Less Travel For Ducks, Bald Eagles

MILD WINTER MEANS SHORTER MIGRATION

Subscriber onlyNORTHWEST ARKANSAS — It could be a long search to find anyone who doesn’t enjoy basking in the warmth of this easy winter. Continue reading...

By Flip Putthoff Posted: Feb 9, 2012 at 5:42 a.m.

NWA FISHING REPORT

Subscriber onlyNORTHWEST ARKANSAS — Beaver Lake: Wintertime bass fishing remains strong, reports Aaron Jolliff at Hook, Line and Sinker in Rogers. Continue reading...

By Flip Putthoff Posted: Feb 9, 2012 at 5:37 a.m.

Drive-By Shooting Reported

Subscriber onlySPRINGDALE — Police are investigating a drive-by shooting reported on Braxton Drive on Friday night. Continue reading...

By STAFF REPORT Posted: Feb 5, 2012 at 5:49 a.m.

In All Its Glory

RAIN BRINGS STUNNING WATERFALL TO LIFE

Subscriber onlyFALLSVILLE — The formidable force of water is no more evident than at the Glory Hole waterfall, hidden deep into the folds of the Ozark National Forest in Newton County. Continue reading...

By Flip Putthoff Posted: Feb 2, 2012 at 5:45 a.m.

NWA FISHING REPORT

Subscriber onlyNORTHWEST ARKANSAS — Beaver Lake: If the groundhog sees his shadow today, does it mean six more weeks of good fishing? Continue reading...

By Flip Putthoff Posted: Feb 2, 2012 at 5:35 a.m.

Counting On Eagles

ANNUAL TALLY SHOWS BIRDS THRIVING AT LAKE

Subscriber onlyPRAIRIE CREEK — Eagle watching at Beaver Lake doesn’t get more exciting than it has been the past few winters. Continue reading...

By Flip Putthoff Posted: Jan 26, 2012 at 5:34 a.m.

THE FLIP SIDE: Photographer Turns Detective

LEG BAND REVEALS ROYAL BIRD’S ORIGIN

Subscriber onlyNORTHWEST ARKANSAS — Wildlife photographer Mike Martin says that hunting pictures with his camera is a lot like hunting with a rifle. Continue reading...

By Flip Putthoff Posted: Jan 26, 2012 at 5:31 a.m.

Eye On The Sky

STATE’S DUCK SEASON GETTING MIXED REVIEWS

Subscriber onlyBEAVER LAKE — The forecast called for a 90 percent chance of the sky raining mallards in those anxious days before Arkansas’ duck hunting season opened Nov. 19. Continue reading...

By Flip Putthoff Posted: Jan 19, 2012 at 5:37 a.m.

THE FLIP SIDE: Bassmaster Pros To Test Beaver Lake

ELITE SERIES ANGLERS PART OF BENEFIT

Subscriber onlyNORTHWEST ARKANSAS — Let’s say you’re bass fi shing at Beaver Lake. You glance over your shoulder, and your fishing partner in the boat with you is Rick Clunn, one of the most recognized names in fishing. Continue reading...

By Flip Putthoff Posted: Jan 19, 2012 at 5:34 a.m.

NWA FISHING REPORT

Subscriber onlyNORTHWEST ARKANSAS — Beaver Lake: If January fishing is supposed to be slow, someone forgot to tell the fish. Continue reading...

By Flip Putthoff Posted: Jan 19, 2012 at 5:29 a.m.

Down To The Wire

ANGLERS ABUZZ OVER NEW ALABAMA FISHING RIG

Subscriber onlyROGERS — If one fishing lure gets the attention of Mr. Big Fish, wouldn’t five be better? Continue reading...

By Flip Putthoff Posted: Jan 12, 2012 at 5:50 a.m.

NWA FISHING REPORT

Subscriber onlyNORTHWEST ARKANSAS — Beaver Lake: Black bass are biting in shallow water on a variety of lures at Beaver Lake. Continue reading...

By Flip Putthoff Posted: Jan 12, 2012 at 5:44 a.m.

Grace On The Lake

Cruisin’ for eagles is cabin-fever cure at Hobbs

Subscriber onlyThere’s fitting reward for hardy souls who bundle up to see bald eagles on the nastiest days at Beaver Lake. Continue reading...

By Flip Putthoff Posted: Jan 6, 2012 at 5:30 a.m.

Toast To Tradition

CUSTOM OF NEW YEAR’S FISHING RUNS DEEP AT LAKE

Subscriber onlyPRAIRIE CREEK — Not long after the big ball drops in Times Square, fishing lures sink slowly toward the maws of prowling black bass at Beaver Lake in a New Year’s tradition that’s older than fi ne champagne. Continue reading...

By Flip Putthoff Posted: Jan 5, 2012 at 5:45 a.m.

THE FLIP SIDE: Feathers Outshine Fins For Crowd

BALD EAGLE STEALS THE SHOW

Subscriber onlyNORTHWEST ARKANSAS — Fish were the stars of the annual Polar Bear bass tournament at Beaver Lake on Sunday, but a bald eagle stole the show. Continue reading...

By Flip Putthoff Posted: Jan 5, 2012 at 5:42 a.m.

NWA FISHING REPORT

Subscriber onlyNORTHWEST ARKANSAS — Beaver Lake: Crappie fishing is tough on the south end of Beaver Lake, but persistent anglers can catch enough for a fish fry. Continue reading...

By Flip Putthoff Posted: Jan 5, 2012 at 5:40 a.m.

Attendants Keep Eyes On Park

CORPS COUNTS ON VOLUNTEERS SO PARK MAY STAY OPEN IN WINTER

Subscriber onlyBEAVER LAKE — Don and Joy Morgan will tell you they have the best backyard a couple could ask for right outside their travel-trailer door. Continue reading...

By Flip Putthoff Posted: Jan 2, 2012 at 5:18 a.m.

Healthier Hiker

TREKKER SAYS TRAILS, DOGS SAVED HIS LIFE

Subscriber onlyHOBBS STATE PARK — Bill Mills used to huff and puff, but blowing down a house of cards may have taken his breath away before he started hiking eight years ago. Continue reading...

By Flip Putthoff Posted: Dec 29, 2011 at 5:47 a.m.

NWA FISHING REPORT

Subscriber onlyNORTHWEST ARKANSAS — Beaver Lake: Striper fishing is good in the Hickory Creek area, reports Garland Villines at Hickory Creek Marina. Continue reading...

By Flip Putthoff Posted: Dec 29, 2011 at 3:40 a.m.

Festive Christmas Display A Family Affair

Subscriber onlyROGERS — There’s a Christmas story behind the twinkling lights and luminaries that brighten the night on the corner of 15th and Pine streets. Continue reading...

By Flip Putthoff Posted: Dec 24, 2011 at 5:42 a.m.

What's Up, Dock?

WINTER PROJECT GETS NEW YEAR OFF TO FISHING START

Subscriber onlyBEAVER SHORES — While lake revelers clutch fruity drinks and walk the planks of private boat docks at Beaver Lake, there’s a party going on under the flotation as well. Continue reading...

By Flip Putthoff Posted: Dec 22, 2011 at 5:30 a.m.

NWA FISHING REPORT

Subscriber onlyNORTHWEST ARKANSAS — Beaver Lake: Jigging spoons are working for a mixed bag of fish in the Prairie Creek area. Continue reading...

By Flip Putthoff Posted: Dec 22, 2011 at 5:26 a.m.

Learning Adventure

STUDENTS MEET CHALLENGE OF OUTDOOR CLASSROOM

Subscriber onlyLINCOLN — Gleeful shrieks coming from a gaggle of teenagers rappelling from cliffs at Lincoln Lake meant they were having A-plus fun on this day in their high school lives. Continue reading...

By Flip Putthoff Posted: Dec 15, 2011 at 5:32 a.m.

THE FLIP SIDE: Archery White-Tail May Be Record

ROGERS BOWHUNTER TAKES 15-POINT BUCK WHILE HUNTING NEAR PEA RIDGE

Subscriber onlyNORTHWEST ARKANSAS — Rogers bowhunter Aaron Jolliff was steady as a rock when he fired an arrow at the buck he new was a thumper. Continue reading...

By Flip Putthoff Posted: Dec 15, 2011 at 5:29 a.m.

NWA FISHING REPORT

Subscriber onlyNORTHWEST ARKANSAS — Beaver Lake: Striped bass are on the move in the midlake area. Continue reading...

By Flip Putthoff Posted: Dec 15, 2011 at 3:26 a.m.

Woods, Water Meet

SYLAMORE CREEK, TRAIL COMBINE FOR STUNNING HIKE IN THE OZARKS

Subscriber onlyMOUNTAIN VIEW — Among the pristine streams of the Ozarks, North Sylamore Creek is the brightest jewel in a crown of flowing waterways. Continue reading...

By Flip Putthoff Posted: Dec 8, 2011 at 5:30 a.m.

THE FLIP SIDE: Town Of Fifty-Six Beckons Bikers

TWO-WHEELS BEST FOR VISIT TO LITTLE CITY

Subscriber onlyNORTHWEST ARKANSAS — In a contest for the Arkansas town with the greatest name, the grand prize might go to the friendly and thriving little city of Fifty-Six. Continue reading...

By Flip Putthoff Posted: Dec 8, 2011 at 5:28 a.m.

NWA FISHING REPORT

Subscriber onlyNORTHWEST ARKANSAS — Beaver Lake: Black bass continue to prowl shallow water at Beaver Lake, reports James Whittle at Hook, Line and Sinker in Rogers. Continue reading...

By Flip Putthoff Posted: Dec 8, 2011 at 3:25 a.m.

Wild Tree Cuisine

KEEN-NOSED HOUNDS LEAD HUNTERS TO SQUIRRELS

Subscriber onlyFORUM — Hunting pals Howard Oakes and Bill Clouse had something other than a turkey sandwich in mind on their drive to the woods the day after Thanksgiving. Continue reading...

By Flip Putthoff Posted: Dec 1, 2011 at 5:37 a.m.

THE FLIP SIDE: Santa Knows Needs Of Sportsmen

GIFT IDEAS AIM TO PLEASE

Subscriber onlyNORTHWEST ARKANSAS — Ho, ho, ho. Santa here and if you can read this you’re too big to sit on my lap. Continue reading...

By Flip Putthoff Posted: Dec 1, 2011 at 5:35 a.m.

NWA FISHING REPORT

Subscriber onlyNORTHWEST ARKANSAS — Beaver Lake: Anglers who work jigging spoons are dancing a jig over their heavy catches. Continue reading...

By Flip Putthoff Posted: Dec 1, 2011 at 5:33 a.m.

NATIVE OF WAR EAGLE: Woman Fire Chief Unique

OVERBEY LEADS PINEY POINT VOLUNTEER FIRE DEPARTMENT

Subscriber onlyROGERS — Anita Overbey was no stranger to leading an aggressive attack against a wall of flame when she became Benton County’s only female fire chief in September. Continue reading...

By Flip Putthoff Posted: Nov 28, 2011 at 5:22 a.m.

Tables Turn For Turkeys

CAUSES VARIED IN DECLINE OF REGAL BIRD; SEASON MAY SHORTEN

Subscriber onlyNORTHWEST ARKANSAS — Hunters who prefer a wild gobbler may be dining on the storebought variety today at their Thanksgiving table. Continue reading...

By Flip Putthoff Posted: Nov 24, 2011 at 5:40 a.m.

THE FLIPSIDE: Holiday Quiet, Peaceful By The River

BACKWOODS BACHELORS FIND THEMSELVES IN ODD PLACES COME THANKSGIVING

Subscriber onlyNORTHWEST ARKANSAS — The only signs of life along the Buffalo River on a Thanksgiving Day long ago were a leaping smallmouth bass and an osprey perched on a crooked branch. Continue reading...

By Flip Putthoff Posted: Nov 24, 2011 at 5:38 a.m.

NWA FISHING REPORT

Subscriber onlyNORTHWEST ARKANSAS — Beaver Lake: For those who find time to fish during deer season, some excellent action can be had with striped bass and black bass. Continue reading...

By Flip Putthoff Posted: Nov 24, 2011 at 3:35 a.m.

Love 'Em Leave 'Em

NO-KEEP SEASON BRINGS TROUT ANGLERS TO PARK

Subscriber onlySELIGMAN, Mo. — It’s opening day of trout fishing at Roaring River State Park, but something seems awry. Continue reading...

By Flip Putthoff Posted: Nov 17, 2011 at 5:43 a.m.

Number Of Ducks High For Season

WEATHER, HABITAT ALSO NEEDED FOR GOOD HUNTING

Subscriber onlyNORTHWEST ARKANSAS — Just as factors point to a promising deer season, favorable conditions have Arkansas waterfowlers anticipating the opening day of duck hunting season on Saturday. Continue reading...

By Flip Putthoff Posted: Nov 17, 2011 at 3:37 a.m.

NWA FISHING REPORT

Subscriber onlyNORTHWEST ARKANSAS — Beaver Lake: Black bass are on the prowl in shallow water and hitting a variety of lures. Continue reading...

By Flip Putthoff Posted: Nov 17, 2011 at 3:36 a.m.

Deer Outlook Shines

SEASON ON TRACK FOR RECORD

Subscriber onlyNORTHWEST ARKANSAS — Arkansas hunters are poised to rack up a record harvest when modern gun deer season opens 30 minutes before sunrise on Saturday. Continue reading...

By Flip Putthoff Posted: Nov 10, 2011 at 5:44 a.m.

THE FLIP SIDE: Project Seeks Photos From The Hunt

PICTURES FROM DEER CAMP, FIELD TO SHOWCASE SEASON IN REGION

Subscriber onlyNORTHWEST ARKANSAS — Taking a fine buck or doe on a crisp, autumn day is a mere sliver of what deer hunting is all about. Continue reading...

By Flip Putthoff Posted: Nov 10, 2011 at 5:41 a.m.

NWA FISHING REPORT

Subscriber onlyNORTHWEST ARKANSAS — Beaver Lake: Catch rates are picking up as the water is cooling down. Continue reading...

By Flip Putthoff Posted: Nov 10, 2011 at 3:36 a.m.

Buffalo On High

TWO TRAILS LEAD TO STUNNING VISTAS

Subscriber onlyPONCA — The water level of the Buffalo National River can be at its lowest when pools reflect the colors of autumn. Continue reading...

By Flip Putthoff Posted: Nov 3, 2011 at 5:42 a.m.

THE FLIP SIDE: Town Serves Fall Color, Dream Cuisine

BICYCLE TRIP FOLLOWS MULBERRY RIVER

Subscriber onlyCATALPA — On one visit we saw ducks, chickens and squawking guineas in wire cages stacked high in a rusty pickup. Continue reading...

By Flip Putthoff Posted: Nov 3, 2011 at 5:39 a.m.

NWA FISHING REPORT

Subscriber onlyNORTHWEST ARKANSAS — Beaver Lake: Black bass are moving shallower as the water cools. Average water temperature at Beaver is 65 to 68 degrees. Continue reading...

By Flip Putthoff Posted: Nov 3, 2011 at 3:32 a.m.

Pulling Together

ROWERS ENJOY TEAMWORK ON WATER

Subscriber onlyFAYETTEVILLE — The most graceful boats on the lake aren’t powered by fuel, but by human muscle and spirit. Continue reading...

By Flip Putthoff Posted: Oct 27, 2011 at 5:30 a.m.

THE FLIP SIDE: 40 Winks Trophy For Deer Hunter

ANIMAL WINS THIS ENCOUNTER

Subscriber onlyNORTHWEST ARKANSAS — It’s tough enough to bag a deer when you’re awake enough to be the caffeine poster child. It’s harder when you’re asleep. Continue reading...

By Flip Putthoff Posted: Oct 27, 2011 at 5:29 a.m.

NWA FISHING REPORT

Subscriber onlyNORTHWEST ARKANSAS — Beaver Lake: Cooler weather and water have improved the catching at Beaver Lake. Continue reading...

By Flip Putthoff Posted: Oct 27, 2011 at 2:53 a.m.

Elk Draw Watchers

ARKANSAS HERD THRIVES ALONG BUFFALO RIVER TERRITORY

Subscriber onlyPONCA — Water slips a notch on the totem pole of tourism during autumn in Buffalo River country. Continue reading...

By Flip Putthoff Posted: Oct 20, 2011 at 5:28 a.m.

THE FLIP SIDE: Shower Hot In Cold Snap

OZARK ENGINEERING BRINGS BATHING TO THE OUTDOORS

Subscriber onlyNORTHWEST ARKANSAS — There’s a nip in the air, but autumn doesn’t cool my enthusiasm for mankind’s greatest invention since soap on a rope — the outdoor shower. Continue reading...

By Flip Putthoff Posted: Oct 20, 2011 at 5:25 a.m.

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