Outdoors In Arkansas - News

When the weathers hot, its cool to hit one of Arkansas waterways for a day in the sun.

Boating, jet ski safety tips before you hit the water

7:25 AM, May 21, 2013

When the weather's hot, it's cool to hit one of Arkansas' waterways for a day in the sun.

Most people always have enough lifejackets on their boats, but people are encouraged to wear the jacket even if their near the water.

Friday is Wear Your Life Jacket to Work Day!

7:18 PM, May 17, 2013

Most people always have enough life jackets on their boats, but people are encouraged to wear the jacket even if their near the water.

Little Rock’s 4th annual Collectible Tackle Show and swap meet will start Friday and last until Saturday.

May 17-18 is 4th annual Collectible Tackle Show

8:29 PM, May 16, 2013

Little Rock's 4th annual Collectible Tackle Show and swap meet will start Friday and last until Saturday.

Arkansas Game and Fish Commission signs 99-year-lease

5:54 PM, May 16, 2013

The Arkansas Game and Fish Commission has signed a 99-year lease for nearly 19,000 acres on the Maumelle River Wildlife Management Area.

Newest Ark. state park moving into new phases

5:03 PM, May 14, 2013

The newest addition to the Arkansas State Parks system is moving into a fresh phase of development and is marking the milestone with the opening of a visitor center in Marianna.

Ark. mountain snail dropped from endangered list

3:47 PM, May 14, 2013

A dime-sized snail found only on Mount Magazine in western Arkansas has become the first invertebrate to be delisted under the Endangered Species Act.

With the weather getting warmer and summer vacation a few weeks away, lots of Arkansans are already out enjoying the states outdoors, but camping can become dangerous if you arent prepared for what Mother Nature throws at you.

USFS warns of flash flooding danger

11:16 PM, May 13, 2013

With the weather getting warmer and summer vacation a few weeks away lots of Arkansans are already out enjoying the state's outdoors, but camping can become dangerous if you aren't prepared for what mother nature throws at you.

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Coast Guard releases 2012 recreational boating statistics

4:37 PM, May 13, 2013

The U.S. Coast Guard released its 2012 Recreational Boating Statistics Monday, revealing that boating fatalities that year totaled 651, the lowest number of boating fatalities on record.

Walleye are a popular type of perch that are native to Arkansas, and Arkansas Game and Fish is making sure they maintain a healthy population.

Fishin' with Liz: Keeping an eye on walleye

11:11 PM, May 9, 2013

Walleye are a popular type of perch that are native to Arkansas, and Arkansas Game and Fish is making sure they maintain a healthy population.

THV 11s Mark Edwards talks with wildlife rehabilitator Rodney Paul about what to do if you come across an injured or abandoned baby bird.

Outdoor Report: Protecting injured, abandoned baby birds

9:17 PM, May 9, 2013

THV 11's Mark Edwards talks with wildlife rehabilitator Rodney Paul about what to do if you come across an injured or abandoned baby bird.

The search for missing boater Mark Allen Russell has been suspended due to strong winds.

Search for missing boater suspended due to strong winds

6:46 PM, May 9, 2013

The search for missing boater Mark Allen Russell has been suspended due to strong winds.

Photos: Keeping an eye on walleye

4:34 PM, May 9, 2013

Walleye are a popular type of perch that are native to Arkansas, but their population is dwindling. In a THV Extra edition of "Fishin' with Liz," THV's Liz Massey rides with the Arkansas Game and Fish Commission to find out how they're restoring the walleye. Photos by Bre Conyers and Liz Massey.

In tonights Fishin with Liz, were on the hunt for walleye. But forget the rod and reel -- were going electrofishing. Find out why tonight on THV 11 News at 10 pm.

THV Extra: On the hunt for walleye

3:34 PM, May 9, 2013

In tonight's "Fishin' with Liz," we're on the hunt for walleye. But forget the rod and reel -- we're going electrofishing

A big cat is causing an uproar in one Washington County community.

Police: Woman has been keeping mountain lion in her yard

10:53 PM, May 8, 2013

A big cat is causing an uproar in one Washington County community.

If pigs werent in the headlines enough this week, a pig farm near the Buffalo National River is now the center of a lawsuit.

Groups sue over pig farm near Buffalo River

10:48 PM, May 8, 2013

If pigs weren't in the headlines enough this week, a pig farm near the Buffalo National River is now the center of a lawsuit.

Mottle duck pair. (Photo: St. Lucie Audubon)

Duck blinds coming out at St. Francis River

2:55 PM, May 7, 2013

Duck blinds are coming down along the St. Francis River in east Arkansas to enforce a state rule preventing permanent structures on public hunting lands.

Warmer weather is typically the go ahead for Arkansans to get outside and enjoy all that our beautiful state has to offer.

Keep yourself protected during tick season

8:37 PM, May 6, 2013

Warmer weather is typically the go ahead for Arkansans to get outside and enjoy all that our beautiful state has to offer.

May in Arkansas means its time to apply for an elk hunting permit. Keep in mind, there are only 25 permits available.

Time is now to apply for elk hunting permit

6:18 AM, May 6, 2013

May in Arkansas means it's time to apply for an elk hunting permit. Keep in mind, there are only 25 permits available.

Protect yourself during tick season

2:15 PM, May 1, 2013

Arkansas has some of the highest levels of tick-related illnesses of any state in the nation and we are expecting another big year.

Mottle duck pair. (Photo: St. Lucie Audubon)

Feds: Use genetically modified crops on refuges?

3:12 PM, Apr 30, 2013

The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service will hold five public meetings around the South in June to hear what people think about using genetically modified crops on refuges to provide food for ducks, geese and other migrating waterfowl.