- Great American River Run 5K, 10K & Half MarathonHandy Park, Memphis, TN
Registration is REQUIRED! Early preregistration is OPEN! [Click HERE]
Register now for the lowest fee for the 2024 Great American River Runand meet us on historic Beale Street next year! Don't wait because pre-registration ends on Friday, July 7, 2023!
When you register for the race, be sure to indicate that you are part of team “Outdoor Adventure Meetup” and if It asks for our website, put “https://outdoorooradventure.today”
Registration prices will go up as the race date draws near. Military discounts are noted in the registration form. The age limit to run the half marathon is 13. This is a walker-friendly race. And this is the first year for the 10K!
Registration for the Great American River Run Half Marathon, 10K & 5K is now OPEN!
The race will be held Memorial Day weekend on Saturday, May 25, 2024 and the course will take participants along the banks of the mighty Mississippi River and through downtown Memphis. All three distances are designed for all levels — from elite athletes to the beginning runner.
- Every runner who finishes their race will receive a medal.
- Each registrant will be given a soft-style race shirt corresponding to the race they run!
- Start time for the three races will be announced soon and will be adjusted to meet any COVID19 requirements in place at the time of the run.
- Race routes for each distance will be announced soon.
- We can't wait to see you this Memorial Day weekend!
- AR State Parks: LAKE CHARLES STATE PARKBass Pro Pyramid (North Parking Lot), Memphis, TN
This hike IS PET-FRIENDLY, but dogs are not allowed on the beach.
Our goal in this series is to visit all 52 state parks. This month’s park is:
LAKE CHARLES STATE PARK
https://www.arkansasstateparks.com/parks/lake-charles-state-park
3705 Hwy. 25
Powhatan, AR 72458We will meet at the Bass Pro Pyramid north parking lot off Front Street (the smaller parking lot close to auto bridge over to Mud Island) at 8:45 am for those who would like to carpool. We will leave at 9:00 am.
About this park:
A half-hour from Jonesboro and about 1.5 hours from Memphis, Lake Charles State Park is a peaceful place located on a 645-acre lake filled with bass, crappie, bream, and catfish. In fact, it’s the place where the largest number of 20-inch bass have been caught in Northeast Arkansas. A full line of bait and tackle is available at the visitor center from March through October. There are 60 campsites, a third of which are Class AAA, with many spots right on the water. A YURT offers an additional lodging option. The park is also a great getaway in fall and winter months with four hiking trails.Arkansas State Parks list:
https://www.arkansasstateparks.com/parksPlanned Hike: WHITE OAK TRAIL [map]
Trail Type: Day Hikes | Difficulty: Easy
Distance: 1.5 miles
Time: 1.5 - 2 hours hiking time
Hiking times may vary.This 1.5 mile loop trail meanders across intermittent streams and along the lake shoreline. Wear sturdy shoes and carry drinking water in warm weather. This trail winds through a natural area, but it will only remain this way if we "take nothing but pictures and leave nothing but footprints."
Food: DORA'S SALE BARN CAFE
For those who would like to join us for a meal afterward, we are planning on eating at DORA'S SALE BARN CAFE, 706 Townsend Dr, Pocahontas, AR 72455
Current Yelp Review: Incredible burger and fries. The burger is a hand made patty cooked up fresh when you order it. Perfectly soft bun and wonderfully fresh ingredients. Fries were piping hot. Ambiance is 10/10 comfy and cozy. Everyone was kind and helpful even to someone passing through. If you're passing through go here! - AR State Parks: LOCATIONBass Pro Pyramid (North Parking Lot), Memphis, TN
This hike IS / IS NOT PET-FRIENDLY.
Our goal in this series is to visit all 52 state parks. This month’s park is:
LOCATION
URL
AddressWe will meet at the Bass Pro Pyramid north parking lot off Front Street (the smaller parking lot close to auto bridge over to Mud Island) at 8:45 am for those who would like to carpool. We will leave at 9:00 am.
About this park:
DescriptionArkansas State Parks list:
https://www.arkansasstateparks.com/parksPlanned Hike: LOCATION
DescriptionFood: LOCATION
For those who would like to join us for a meal afterward, we are planning on eating at LOCATION, Address - AR State Parks: LOCATIONBass Pro Pyramid (North Parking Lot), Memphis, TN
This hike IS / IS NOT PET-FRIENDLY.
Our goal in this series is to visit all 52 state parks. This month’s park is:
LOCATION
URL
AddressWe will meet at the Bass Pro Pyramid north parking lot off Front Street (the smaller parking lot close to auto bridge over to Mud Island) at 8:45 am for those who would like to carpool. We will leave at 9:00 am.
About this park:
DescriptionArkansas State Parks list:
https://www.arkansasstateparks.com/parksPlanned Hike: LOCATION
DescriptionFood: LOCATION
For those who would like to join us for a meal afterward, we are planning on eating at LOCATION, Address