Call of the Wild is ONSC's signature spring event. Expect live music, hands-on nature and science activities, games, and a whole lot of Lake Fayetteville fun. Whether you're a longtime ONSC supporter or new to our community, this is your chance to celebrate and give back to nature!​

 

 

 

 

Arrive to the party in style! Join us for our first annual Ride for the Wild, a pre-event bike ride around Lake Fayetteville. 2 - 4pm. Tickets by donation. Click here for details and route map.

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🌱 About ONSC: Nestled in the heart of the Ozarks, ONSC provides immersive school programs and camps, nature-based education for all ages, and facility rentals for special events. Our mission is To inspire understanding, appreciation, and stewardship of the Ozark natural environment. Learn more about ONSC: www.onsc.us/about

 

As a non-profit organization, ONSC relies on donors, grants, and fundraisers to continue providing our programs. Come out, have fun, and help us keep connecting people to nature!

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Parking: IMPORTANT - Read these parking directions: https://tinyurl.com/COTW-Parking

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🎟️ Admission Includes:

• Live music from Backyard Bugs,  Still on the Hill, and High Country Hymnal

• Dinner (Burgers, bratwursts, and many sides. Vegan and gluten-free options!)

• Complementary drinks from Fossil Cove Brewery and Pepsi Co

• Silent Auction

• ONSC Merch

• Nature and science games

• Radio Tracking activity

• ONSC's ambassador snake, Cornelia

• Performances

• Guided hikes

• ... and more!

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Big THANKS to this year's Call of the Wild Sponsors: Adventure Subaru, Fast Lane Entertainment, The Farmer's Table, Kale and Stephanie Farmer, Fossil Cove Brewery, Garver, Hight Jackson Associates, Jim & I Gourmet Foods, Living Water Co, Rogers Insurance, Scott and Angela Simon, Still on the Hill, Stitt Solar, Tipsy Pig Wine & Spirits, Weichert Realtors, and Wild Birds Unlimited

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Band Bios:

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• Backyard Bugs: What started as a fun kids album by award-winning singer/songwriter Candy Lee has blossomed into a full-blown educational, interactive musical experience that kids AND adults love! From bug jokes and sing-alongs to dance moves and fun facts — this show is buzzing with fun for the whole family! The band features some of Northwest Arkansas' top musicians, including: Candy Lee, Garrett Jones, Michael Schembre, Joe Credit, and Sarah Busch

• High Country Hymnal: This Fayetteville-based band weaves together rootsy folk and heartfelt country, crafting songs that speak to the soul and celebrate what it means to be human, connected, and alive in nature. Featuring: Pete Masri, Lindi Phillips, Coral Bradshaw, and Daniel Moody

• Still on the Hill: Still on the Hill is a national and international touring group from Arkansas that has been described as “Ambassadors of the Ozarks” for the work they do to preserve the rich Ozark culture. Kelly & Donna of Still on the Hill are award-winning “story-telling song writers”.  They embellish their songs with unique instruments and “low tech Power Point” artwork by Donna. Their incredible talent, storytelling, and deep love for the Ozarks bring something truly magical to every stage they step on. They've been longtime supporters of ONSC, and we're so thankful for their continued dedication to connecting people with nature through music.

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✨ Join us and answer the Call of the Wild! ✨​​​​

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