Our Mission: To strengthen the understanding, appreciation, and stewardship of land, water, and wildlife in the Ozarks.
Our Vision: Everyone should have the opportunity to connect with the outdoors. We inspire and educate our community to protect the Ozarks.
Our Core Values:
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Create clear and engaging educational programs
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Provide hands-on experiences in the outdoors
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Encourage responsibility for the natural world
What We Do: At ONSC, we help people connect with nature through fun, hands-on science activities. Since 1992, we’ve been the only overnight science center in Arkansas. We’ve hosted more than 100,000 students through field trips, camps, and workshops.
We also rent out our space—including lodges, tiny houses, an event center, classrooms, and campgrounds—so visitors can enjoy the outdoors.
We believe everyone has the right to receive outdoor education. No matter your background, we are here to help you to explore science and nature!
About ONSC
Locations
ONSC Main Campus: Our main campus is located in Madison County, Arkansas, between Huntsville and Eureka Springs. We are the only residential overnight science center in Arkansas.
We have 8 miles of hiking trails within Bear Hollow Natural Area, managed cooperatively by ONSC and AR Natural Heritage Commission.
We are tucked within the 14,500-acre McIlroy Madison County Wildlife Management Area, managed by AR Game and Fish Commission.
ONSC at Lake Fayetteville: At our Lake Fayetteville location, ONSC provides day camps, public programs, open houses, guided hikes, and school programs.
ONSC at Kessler Mountain: At the Kessler Mountain Outdoor Classroom and Nature Center, ONSC hosts school programs, field trips, and public programs.