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Episode Summary:Relive the highlights of our best moments from the “I Am Northwest Arkansas®” podcast! In this special episode, we revisit some of our favorite conversations and insights.Original Episode Reference:This segment originally aired in our Buffalo National River Celebrates 50 years episode, where Terrie Martindale, Board President of the Buffalo National River Partners, and Cassie Branstetter, a U.S. Park Ranger, discussed the creation and significance of the Buffalo National River, established in 1972 as the first National River in the United States and the role that the Buffalo National River Partners play as a steward in making sure that the Buffalo National River Park is pristine for all to enjoy. Listen to the Full Episode:Catch the full conversation here.Enjoy this curated selection of the best of I Am Northwest Arkansas®!Important Links and Mentions on the Show*Website Buffalo National River PartnersBuffalo National River Partners on InstagramBuffalo National River Partners on FacebookThis episode is sponsored by:Signature Bank of Arkansas “Community Banking at its Best!”Northwest Arkansas Council – “Life Works Here!”ONBoardNWA.com HyperLocal Jobs in NWANote: some of the resources mentioned may be affiliate links. This means we get paid a commission (at no extra cost to you) if you use that link to make a purchase.Connect more with I am Northwest Arkansas:Grab our NewsletterEmail Us at hello@iamnorthwestarkansas.comConnect with Our Facebook PageConnect with Our TwitterConnect with Our InstagramConnect with Our LinkedIn PageJoin the Facebook GroupConnect with our Fearless Hose, Randy WilburnMentioned in this episode:IANWA Signature Bank Commercial GHSignature Bank of Arkansas "Community Banking at its Best!"NWA Council Commercials Skills Training (revised)Northwest Arkansas Council - "Life Works Here!"

Eva Henderson, affectionately known by thousands as “Granny,” lived 87 years on the Buffalo River but was removed from her farm in 1972 by the government. She was one of about 2,000 displaced when the Buffalo became a National River. Her great-grandson Randy Gibbins remembers and is concerned it could soon happen to others, too. A visit with Gibbins completes AgriCulture's 5-part series on the past and future of the Buffalo River.

Armed U.S. Marshals ushered Susan Halsted's grandparents from their Buffalo River farm in 1972 when it became a National River. Hear Halsted's heartbreak, and her concerns about recent talks of another possible river re-designation. Cattleman Bob Shofner, a life-long resident of booming Northwest Arkansas, understands more people present challenges for farmers but says not all development is a heartless attack on long-time locals. It's episode four of our 5-part series on the past and future of the Buffalo River.

Does the Buffalo River need more protection? Will it remain free to fish and hunt? Billy Bell would arguably be the best person to ask. Hear what he says sustains it and what could destroy it in episode three of our 5-part series on the past and future of the Buffalo River.

Farmers and residents in the Buffalo River area of North Arkansas are troubled. Discussion of a possible re-designation of the National River in late October drew more than 1,200 for a community meeting in Jasper (population 547). Longtime Searcy County residents Randy Clark and Bonnie Cash Glidewell attended, and in this debut episode of AgriCulture tell why locals are agitated. It's the first of a 5-part AgriCulture series on the Buffalo River and its future.

Canis Technical Hunting Apparel: www.canisathlete.com Umarex Airguns: www.ozarksairguns.com True North Realty Group: www.truenorthrg.com We sat down with the person who organized the infamous 'Jasper Town Hall' over the proposal to re-designate the Buffalo River from a National River to a National Park & Preserve, Misty Langdon (founder of the Remnants Project). Misty is a 7th generation local who holds a sacred place in her heart for the River and the people who live around it. On this episode we discuss the original purpose of the Town Hall, the people who were invited, and what was discussed. Thank you for talking with us Misty! Enjoy. Y'all give it a listen, and get out in the woods! NEW PODCAST --> The Check Station Join Our Community: patreon.com/theozarkpodcast The Ozark podcast sits down with men and women from the Ozarks who have a passion for the outdoors. Our aim is to listen, learn, and pass along their knowledge and experiences to help you become a better outdoorsman. Our two hosts are Kyle Veit (@kyleveit_) and Kyle Plunkett (@kyle_plunkett) AND our producer is Daniel Matthews Theme music: 'American Millionaire' by JD Clayton Follow us on Instagram: @theozarkpodcast PLEASE reach out to us with any recommendations or inquiries: Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We're into the last few weeks of the salmon and trout season and for this week's Ireland on the Fly, we're joined by Peter Driver, founder of Piscari Fly in Kilkenny, and a highly accomplished trout angler who just recently captured the National River Championship. Peter talks to us about the importance of mindset and mentality in enabling him to capture the national title, plus he talks tactics for September river fishing and how the 2022 season went for him. Peter is also returning with his popular, weekly winter fly-tying on Facebook from 8th October so keep an eye out for those video demonstrations. Rate, review and follow the show to keep up to date with all the latest Ireland on the Fly episodes on Apple Podcasts or Spotify.   Plus you can sign up for our newsletter on IrelandontheFly.com and get regular updates on Instagram.com/IrelandontheFly.

Kyle sits down with the owner of Bluff Line Media, Andrew McNeece to talk about his debut film, UNDAMMED, which celebrates the 50th anniversary of the Buffalo River becoming a National River. They also speak at length about his impressive 'Ozarks on the Fly' video series on Youtube where he captures local stories and experiences fishing different waters around the area. From wild and scenic streams in Missouri with incredible fishing opportunites, to talking about euro/czech style nymphing for trout, to talking a little bit about fishing for stripers on the fly rod, we cover a lot of interesting topics about local places. If you'd like to support Andrew and the creators of Undammed watch his new film, check it out here. Support the show & gain access to exclusive content + free monthly stickers through our patreon: patreon.com/theozarkpodcast Advertising inquiries: theozarkpodcast@gmail.com  Instagram: @theozarkpodcast The Ozark Podcast is presented by Inland (@inland.us).  Check out our website at www.inland-us.com for merchandise.

Show Notes(0:50) Introducing Katherine Andrews(3:12) A History of the Office of Outdoor Recreation(11:43) How Companies Today Are Choosing Locations for Their Businesses(14:11) How Katherine's Office Is Helping Businesses Say Yes to Arkansas(18:05) Northwest Arkansas's Competitive Advantages(20:37) Why Bentonville?(21:22) How Outdoor Companies Can Capitalize on Bentonville(24:22) Katherine's 5-Year Goals for the Office of Outdoor Recreation(27:00) Superpowers and Closing ThoughtsLinksJames Bell Katherine AndrewsQuotes“Arkansas's outdoor recreation scene is unmatched. We are a state that prides ourselves on the abundant opportunities in our great outdoors. In the Natural State, we have over 100,000 miles of navigable streams and rivers, 600,000 acres of lakes, 5 world class Epic Rides mountain bike trails, thousands of miles of hiking trails, over 3.2 million acres of public land, America's first National River, the Buffalo National River…America's first Reserve National Park, which is Hot Springs National Park…the highest waterfall between the Rockies and the Appalations, big game hunting…and on and on.” Katherine Andrews, (5:43)“One of the hardest challenges for recruiting companies [is] actually getting someone from the company to come here. But once we actually got them here, then they [say] ‘ok now I understand. It makes sense to me.' There's an incredible opportunity as a state right now to capitalize on attracting new companies and workers to the state by leveraging our natural assets.” Katherine Andrews, (11:09)“Today, one of the biggest driving forces for companies when they're making location decisions is workforce. Some of the others are business friendliness, cost of doing business, cost of living, proximity to suppliers and consumers. Fortunately for us, we have all of those things. We are one of the most business-friendly states in the US, we are located smack-dab in the middle of the country…and we have a very diverse industry in Arkansas.” Katherine Andrews, (11:43) “There's something special happening here. Bentonville is a community that cares deeply about its people and about creating a sense of place. It draws companies in. So if you look at the investments being made by the philanthropic groups, large corporate organizations, and others, that only just becomes more clear. Northwest Arkansas is one of the fastest growing metros the US, so…that choice to me would be a no-brainer to move here.” Katherine Andrews, (20:37)“My overall goal is for this office to become the one-stop-shop for all things outdoor recreation, a gathering place for knowledge, information, and resources.” Katherine Andrews, (24:10)

About This Episode: What do you do with 95,000 Acres and 135+ miles of a river? You create the Buffalo National River and Park. The first National River in the United States was established in 1972.  You hear the expression, “are you going to float the Buffalo?”. You may not fully understand that question for the uninitiated, but for many locals here in Northwest Arkansas, that question takes on a different meaning.  Most of the Spring is the best time to float the Buffalo but just about any time of year is a great time to visit this majestic area that covers five rural counties and feeds the White River, which ends at the mighty Mississippi.   We sat down with Terrie Martindale, Board President of the Buffalo National River Partners, and Cassie Branstetter, a U. S. Park Ranger. We discussed the history of the Buffalo National River and the role that the Buffalo National River Partners plays as a steward in making sure that the Buffalo National River Park is pristine for all to enjoy.   All of this and more on this episode of I am Northwest Arkansas podcast.    Important Links and Mentions on the Show: http://cassie_branstetter@nps.gov (Cassie Branstetter Email) Terrie Martindale Email https://bnrpartners.org/ (The Buffalo National River Partners Website) https://www.instagram.com/buffalorivernps/?hl=en (The Buffalo National River Partners on Instagram) https://www.facebook.com/Buffalo-National-River-Partners-182023257547/ (The Buffalo National River Partners on Facebook) https://www.nps.gov/buff/index.htm (The Buffalo National River Website) https://www.facebook.com/buffnatlriver (The Buffalo National River Facebook) https://www.instagram.com/buffalorivernps/ (The Buffalo National River Instagram) https://twitter.com/BuffaloNPS (The Buffalo National River Twitter)  https://www.darksky.org/ (International Dark Sky Association)   This episode is sponsored by*: https://www.signature.bank/ (Signature Bank of Arkansas) -   https://www.signature.bank/ (Signature Bank) was founded here in Northwest Arkansas in 2005. Their focus is personal and community banking. When you bank with a community bank, you're investing in local businesses, local entrepreneurs, local charities, and the causes close to home. Signature Bank has worked hard to earn its tagline, “Community Banking at its Best.” You may ask why bank at Signature?  Because they focus on the customer instead of having a branch on every corner, this means you can have your questions answered by a real person, whether you're reaching out to the call center or your banker's cell phone. You can access any ATM in the country without fear of a fee.  They will refund all of those fees at the end of every month. Finally, they are constantly improving their digital offerings to ensure you can access the best financial tools from your laptop, phone, or tablet 24 hours a day. Signature Bank of Arkansas is a full-service bank offering traditional checking and savings accounts, investment accounts, business and personal loans, and mortgages. Give the folks at Signature Bank a call (479-684-3700) or visit their websitehttps://www.signature.bank/ ( Signature.Bank) and let them know you heard about them on the I am Northwest Arkansas Podcast.  https://www.signature.bank/ (Signature Bank of Arkansas) is a Member of the FDIC and an Equal Housing Lender.   http://www.iamnorthwestarkansas.com/canva (Canva) -   Are you looking for ways to build a Digital Marketing Strategy from scratch? Whether you need to design things for your family or personal brand or need a versatile design tool to help you with your social media presence. Canva can help.   Need new Business Cards? Canva has you covered.  Need to create and post Social Media images quickly? Canva has you covered. Need to create videos for Social...

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The SFFNZ National Rivers Championships were held recently and we just had to chat to the new champ Ollie Bassett. While his legs were still sore and the action still fresh in his mind, we unpack the win with Ollie and hear about some of the tanks he pulled out of the river.

Pandemic-Fueled Homebuyers Moving To Appalachia The pandemic has caused a boom in the housing market across the country — and Appalachia is no exception. People have been spending more time inside their homes these days. This, coupled with an increased popularity in remote work, has had people rethinking their lives in big cities. Some have even bought houses in the region sight unseen. We'll also hear from some new residents who have moved to Appalachia during the pandemic. We'll learn what inspired them to leave the cities and move to a rural region. National Park Designation Has Some Worried The New River Gorge has long been a destination for tourists and outdoor adventurers. The area was originally given federal protection as a National River in 1978. Late last year, it became West Virginia's first national park. The new designation will bring more people to the Gorge, and some new challenges, too. Less land will be open to hunting, while more visitors will place an additional burden on the infrastructure within the park, and in the communities around it. Texas Tavern Celebrates 91st Birthday While many businesses have struggled to stay afloat during the pandemic, the Texas Tavern in downtown Roanoke, Virginia has been a steadfast business in the area. The Star City institution recently celebrated its 91st birthday. While they've had to make adjustments during the pandemic — including switching to take-out only — the restaurant continues to be a staple in the town. Roanoke continues to see new growth in the area, but the Texas Tavern remains the same. And that's how customers like it. Towns Face Expensive Flooding Threat Kentucky and other parts of Appalachia were recently hit by severe floods — and are still recovering. Across the country, more than 4 million homes are at risk of major flood damage. Scientists say climate change is driving a lot of this flooding. And poorer people stand to lose the most. NPR's Rebecca Hersher reported on the recent flooding in Rainelle, West Virginia. Many are still recovering from the flooding in June 2016. Many have since left the area, which has only exacerbated the issues. West Virginia Praised For Vaccine Rollout West Virginia's vaccine rollout has been called “a massive success” by political leaders. Per capita, the state has had one of the highest rates of vaccine distribution in the world. West Virginia was the first in the nation to complete its second round of COVID-19 vaccinations at all nursing homes and assisted living facilities statewide. Compared to the rest of the world, West Virginia's vaccine rollout is impressive. But when you look beneath the surface, it hasn't been equitable. Black residents have been vaccinated at a significantly lower rate than white residents. Over the past month, West Virginia has worked to try to get more vaccines to Black residents, and to folks in poorer, more rural regions. Appalachian Movement Press and Radical DIY Publishing Also in this episode, Inside Appalachia co-host Mason Adams interviews Shaun Slifer, a Pittsburgh artist who recently published a book, “So Much to Be Angry About: Appalachian Movement Press and Radical DIY Publishing, 1969-1979.” Slifer discusses the Appalachian Movement Press, which began in the 1960s when a group of young people began printing pamphlets, with the aim of helping tell Appalachia's story from the people, by the people.

The Buffalo National River has been designated a Leave No Trace Gold Standard Site. The honor, awarded to only a handful of parks annually by the national Leave No Trace For Outdoor Ethics, makes the Buffalo National River the sixth National Park Service site to receive the award — and the first in Arkansas.

Initiated by the Global Environment Centre, the National River Care Foundation aims to support efforts by interested groups to protect and enhance river ecosystems, by empowering them to pursue their own river conservation initiatives. We find out more about the Small Grant Programme that helps communities get started from Dr. Kalithasan Kailasan, the Coordinator of the River Care Programme, and Dato' Ir. Haji Hanapi Mohamad Noor, the Vice Chairperson of the Malaysian Water Partnership and Steering Committee Member of the Global Water Partnership-South East Asia.

On March 22, 2016, the Supreme Court decided Sturgeon v. Frost. Sturgeon challenged a National Park Service (NPS) ban on the operation of hovercraft on the National River, part of which falls within the Yukon-Charley River National Preserve. The State of Alaska then intervened, challenging NPS’s authority to require its researchers to obtain a permit before engaging in studies of chum and sockeye salmon on the Alagnak River, part of which falls within the boundaries of the Katmai National Park and Preserve. Sturgeon and Alaska contended that the Alaska National Interest Lands Conservation Act (ANILCA) precludes NPS from regulating activities on state-owned lands and navigable waters that fall within the boundaries of National Park System units in Alaska. The district court ruled in favor of the federal government, and the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit affirmed that judgment as to Sturgeon but ordered that Alaska’s case be dismissed for lack of standing. The question before the Supreme Court was whether ANILCA prohibits the National Park Service from exercising regulatory control over state, native corporation, and private Alaska land physically located within the boundaries of the National Park System. -- By a vote of 8-0, the Supreme Court vacated the judgment of the Ninth Circuit and remanded the case. Chief Justice Roberts delivered the opinion for a unanimous Court, rejecting the Ninth Circuit’s reading of ANILCA. Taken as whole, the Court indicated, ANILCA “contemplates the possibility that all the land within the boundaries of conservation system units in Alaska may be treated differently from federally managed preservation areas across the country, and that ‘non-public’ lands within the boundaries of those units may be treated differently from ‘public’ lands within the unit.” -- To discuss the case, we have the Honorable Gale Norton, who served as the 48th U.S. Secretary of the Interior.

On January 20, 2016, the Supreme Court heard oral arguments in Sturgeon v. Frost. Sturgeon challenged a National Park Service (NPS) ban on the operation of hovercraft on the National River, part of which falls within the Yukon-Charley River National Preserve. The State of Alaska then intervened, challenging NPS’s authority to require its researchers to obtain a permit before engaging in studies of chum and sockeye salmon on the Alagnak River, part of which falls within the boundaries of the Katmai National Park and Preserve. Sturgeon and Alaska contended that the Alaska National Interest Lands Conservation Act (ANILCA) precludes NPS from regulating activities on state-owned lands and navigable waters that fall within the boundaries of National Park System units in Alaska. The district court ruled in favor of the federal government, and the Ninth Circuit affirmed that judgment as to Sturgeon but ordered that Alaska’s case be dismissed for lack of standing. -- The question before the Court is whether ANILCA prohibits the National Park Service from exercising regulatory control over state, native corporation, and private Alaska land physically located within the boundaries of the National Park System. -- To discuss the case, we have Gale Norton, who served as the 48th U.S. Secretary of the Interior.

Today is Confucius Day kids! How exciting is that? Well, Confucius' lesser known brother Profucius will be here with us to share his very special kind of wisdom with our vast and diverse worldwide audience along with celebrating all that is great about China. We'll also be checking in to see Ted Cruz is still talking and have a special edition of The McLaughlin Group! We'll explor the Sensual Side of LIfe with Drew Peacock and of course visit the Poet's Corner with Paul Piatt AAAAAANNNNDDDD a first ever "Smugly Superior w/ Dana" report! It's also International Coffee Day and National River something day so we'll have a few thoughts on that too. Plus, we'll take YOUR CALLS!!!