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Bayou Chapter of the Ozark Society

Conservation | Education | Recreation

Established in 1975, the Ozark Society Foundation supports and promotes conservation, education and recreation activity in the Ozark-Ouachita region and surrounding lowlands. Governed by a volunteer board, the Foundation is a major publisher of high-quality conservation and nature-related books about the Ozark-Ouachita mountains region, with all proceeds supporting the public policy and education mission of the Ozark Society. Since 1967, more than two dozen publications on the natural environment and conservation issues have been produced by the Ozark Society and the Ozark Society Foundation, including canoe and hiker guidebooks, natural and cultural histories, and field guides.

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The Bayou Chapter's base of operations is in the Shreveport/Bossier area and we are proud to to have a very active chapter.  You never know what kinds of events we will have!  Hikes, Paddles, Camping, Classes, & Conservation are just some of the activities we are involved in.  Come join us and grow the outdoor community in Northwest Louisiana with us! 

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For more information contact us at bcos@ozarksociety.net 

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Upcoming Events

  • Mt. Magazine Weekend
    Mt. Magazine Weekend
    Mt. Magazine Weekend
    Fri, Apr 19
    Mt Magazine State Park
    Apr 19, 2024, 3:00 PM – Apr 21, 2024, 3:00 PM
    Mt Magazine State Park, 577 Lodge Dr, Paris, AR 72855, USA
    Apr 19, 2024, 3:00 PM – Apr 21, 2024, 3:00 PM
    Mt Magazine State Park, 577 Lodge Dr, Paris, AR 72855, USA
    Join us for some hiking and exploring at Mount Magazine State Park!
  • Operation Clean Sweep (BCOS Team)
    Operation Clean Sweep (BCOS Team)
    Operation Clean Sweep (BCOS Team)
    Sat, Apr 27
    Location is TBD
    Apr 27, 2024, 8:00 AM
    Location is TBD
    Apr 27, 2024, 8:00 AM
    Location is TBD
    Join our BCOS team for Keep Bossier Beautiful's - Operation Clean Sweep. More info TBA.
  • Bayou D'Arbonne (Corney Creek) Paddle
    Bayou D'Arbonne (Corney Creek) Paddle
    Bayou D'Arbonne (Corney Creek) Paddle
    Sun, Apr 28
    SEE EVENT DETAILS
    Apr 28, 2024, 10:00 AM
    SEE EVENT DETAILS, Bernice, LA 71222, USA
    Apr 28, 2024, 10:00 AM
    SEE EVENT DETAILS, Bernice, LA 71222, USA
    Join us to explore one of the paddling trails (Corney Creek) on Bayou D'arbonne! *see event details
  • Annual Crawfish Boil - BCOS MEMBERS ONLY
    Annual Crawfish Boil - BCOS MEMBERS ONLY
    Annual Crawfish Boil - BCOS MEMBERS ONLY
    Sat, May 04
    SEE EVENT DETAILS
    May 04, 2024, 12:00 PM
    SEE EVENT DETAILS, Benton, LA 71006, USA
    May 04, 2024, 12:00 PM
    SEE EVENT DETAILS, Benton, LA 71006, USA
    BCOS members mark your calendars for our annual crawfish boil!! More details TBA soon
  • White Oak Lake State Park/Little Grand Canyon
    White Oak Lake State Park/Little Grand Canyon
    White Oak Lake State Park/Little Grand Canyon
    Fri, May 10
    White Oak Lake State Park
    May 10, 2024, 12:00 PM – May 12, 2024, 12:00 PM
    White Oak Lake State Park, White Oak Lake State Park, Arkansas 71726, USA
    May 10, 2024, 12:00 PM – May 12, 2024, 12:00 PM
    White Oak Lake State Park, White Oak Lake State Park, Arkansas 71726, USA
    Our Bayou Chapter plans to join up with the Pulaski Ozark Society Chapter for some camping, hiking and exploring at White Oak Lake State Park!
  • Ozark Society Spring Meeting/Gathering
    Ozark Society Spring Meeting/Gathering
    Ozark Society Spring Meeting/Gathering
    Sat, May 18
    MORE DETAILS TBA
    May 18, 2024, 8:00 AM
    MORE DETAILS TBA, Springfield, MO, USA
    May 18, 2024, 8:00 AM
    MORE DETAILS TBA, Springfield, MO, USA
    Join up with members from other Ozark Society Chapters for the annual Spring Meeting!
  • Dinosaur Valley State Park/Ft. Worth Weekend
    Dinosaur Valley State Park/Ft. Worth Weekend
    Dinosaur Valley State Park/Ft. Worth Weekend
    Fri, May 24
    Dinosaur Valley State Park
    May 24, 2024, 12:00 PM – May 26, 2024, 12:00 PM
    Dinosaur Valley State Park , Glen Rose, TX 76043, USA
    May 24, 2024, 12:00 PM – May 26, 2024, 12:00 PM
    Dinosaur Valley State Park , Glen Rose, TX 76043, USA
    Join us for a weekend of hiking and exploring in and around Dinosaur Valley State Park (near Ft. Worth, TX)
  • Sylamore Creek Campout
    Sylamore Creek Campout
    Sylamore Creek Campout
    Sun, Jun 16
    Sylamore Creek Campground
    Jun 16, 2024, 12:00 AM – Jun 25, 2024, 12:00 AM
    Sylamore Creek Campground, 214 Sylamore Creek Rd, Mountain View, AR 72560, USA
    Jun 16, 2024, 12:00 AM – Jun 25, 2024, 12:00 AM
    Sylamore Creek Campground, 214 Sylamore Creek Rd, Mountain View, AR 72560, USA
    Planning for another awesome adventure on Sylamore Creek for June 2024!! Make your reservations early!
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