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Bayou Chapter of the Ozark Society

Conservation | Education | Recreation

The Ozark Society was founded in 1962 for the purpose of keeping the Buffalo River in Arkansas as a wild, free flowing river.  The purpose was accomplished and the Buffalo River became the first National River in 1972. 


The North Louisiana based Bayou Chapter was founded in 1969 and is the only Louisiana chapter of the Ozark Society.  We have over 100 members who are active in hiking, paddling and cleanups. 


Today our chapter's mission is to preserve, protect and enjoy our area's natural wilderness and scenic waterways through conservation, education and recreation. 


Learn more at bayouchapter.com and ozarksociety.net.

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Upcoming Events

  • Ozark Society Fall Membership Meeting
    Ozark Society Fall Membership Meeting
    Ozark Society Fall Membership Meeting
    Sat, Nov 09
    Queen Wilhelmena State Park
    Nov 09, 2024, 8:00 AM
    Queen Wilhelmena State Park, Queen Wilhelmina Inn, Mena, AR 71953, USA
    Nov 09, 2024, 8:00 AM
    Queen Wilhelmena State Park, Queen Wilhelmina Inn, Mena, AR 71953, USA
    Mark your calendar for the Ozark Society Fall Membership Meeting at Queen Wilhelmena State Park November 9-10, 2024. More information coming!
  • White Oak Lake State Park
    White Oak Lake State Park
    White Oak Lake State Park
    Sat, Nov 16
    White Oak Lake State Park
    Nov 16, 2024, 9:00 AM
    White Oak Lake State Park, White Oak Lake State Park, Arkansas 71726, USA
    Nov 16, 2024, 9:00 AM
    White Oak Lake State Park, White Oak Lake State Park, Arkansas 71726, USA
    More info TBA (see details)
  • BCOS Monthly Meeting - November
    BCOS Monthly Meeting - November
    BCOS Monthly Meeting - November
    Tue, Nov 19
    Red River National Wildlife Refuge
    Nov 19, 2024, 6:30 PM
    Red River National Wildlife Refuge, 150 Eagle Bend Point, Bossier City, LA 71112, USA
    Nov 19, 2024, 6:30 PM
    Red River National Wildlife Refuge, 150 Eagle Bend Point, Bossier City, LA 71112, USA
    Join us at our monthly meeting! Guest speaker/topic TBA.
  • Post Thanksgiving Paddle - Grand Ecore
    Post Thanksgiving Paddle - Grand Ecore
    Post Thanksgiving Paddle - Grand Ecore
    Fri, Nov 29
    Grand Ecore Recreation Area Boat Ramp
    Nov 29, 2024, 12:00 PM
    Grand Ecore Recreation Area Boat Ramp, Natchitoches, LA 71457, USA
    Nov 29, 2024, 12:00 PM
    Grand Ecore Recreation Area Boat Ramp, Natchitoches, LA 71457, USA
    Join us in Natchitoches to work off that turkey!
  • ALTOS Orienteering Event - Caney Lakes Minden
    ALTOS Orienteering Event - Caney Lakes Minden
    ALTOS Orienteering Event - Caney Lakes Minden
    Sat, Dec 07
    Caney Lakes Recreational Area - Minden
    Dec 07, 2024, 10:00 AM
    Caney Lakes Recreational Area - Minden, Caney Lakes Recreation Area, Louisiana 71055, USA
    Dec 07, 2024, 10:00 AM
    Caney Lakes Recreational Area - Minden, Caney Lakes Recreation Area, Louisiana 71055, USA
    Learn or improve your skills with map reading and compass use! Join the BCOS "team" for an orienteering event at Caney Lakes in Minden. Beginners welcome! **more details TBA
  • BCOS Annual Christmas Party!!
    BCOS Annual Christmas Party!!
    BCOS Annual Christmas Party!!
    Sun, Dec 08
    Red River National Wildlife Refuge
    Dec 08, 2024, 6:00 PM
    Red River National Wildlife Refuge, 150 Eagle Bend Point, Bossier City, LA 71112, USA
    Dec 08, 2024, 6:00 PM
    Red River National Wildlife Refuge, 150 Eagle Bend Point, Bossier City, LA 71112, USA
    Wear your ugly sweater, bring a white elephant gift and a yummy dish to share, and join us for our annual Christmas celebration!!
  • Chicot State Park - Camp, Hike, Bike and Paddle
    Chicot State Park - Camp, Hike, Bike and Paddle
    Chicot State Park - Camp, Hike, Bike and Paddle
    Sat, Dec 14
    Chicot State Park
    Dec 14, 2024, 8:00 AM
    Chicot State Park, 3469 Chicot Park Rd, Ville Platte, LA 70586, USA
    Dec 14, 2024, 8:00 AM
    Chicot State Park, 3469 Chicot Park Rd, Ville Platte, LA 70586, USA
    Join us at beautiful Chicot State Park for some camping, hiking, paddling, biking, etc!!
  • First Day Hike - Bodcau
    First Day Hike - Bodcau
    First Day Hike - Bodcau
    Wed, Jan 01
    Bodcau Dam/Durden Hills Trail
    Jan 01, 2025, 10:00 AM
    Bodcau Dam/Durden Hills Trail, 1700 Bodcau Dam Rd, Haughton, LA 71037, USA
    Jan 01, 2025, 10:00 AM
    Bodcau Dam/Durden Hills Trail, 1700 Bodcau Dam Rd, Haughton, LA 71037, USA
    Start the new year off right by joining us for a First Day Hike!!
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The Ozark Society

To be considered and active member of this page and club you must be up to date on your dues to the Ozark Society.  To join the Ozark Society or pay your dues please go to the main Ozark Society Page and submit them through their platform.

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