2026 Rock 'n Roll Geology Bus Tour

🚌 🪨Rock 'n Roll Geology Bus Tour 🪨🚌

📅 Saturday, December 5, 2026  | ⏰ 9:45AM–3:00PM

📍Departing from Mount Kessler | 1725 Smokehouse Trail, Fayetteville, AR

🎟️ Tickets: $45-100

Hit the road and uncover the stories written in stone on this rolling geology adventure through Northwest Arkansas!

Join retired geologist Chris Moyer aboard the ONSC bus as we cruise down I-49 on a fun and fascinating geological tour. From the plains of Bella Vista and Rogers to the rolling hills of Fayetteville and deep into the Boston Mountains, you'll learn how the land came to be—from ancient oceans to uplifted plateaus and dramatic road cuts that reveal millions of years of Earth’s history.

Ever wondered why the hills rise, the valleys dip, or why those layered rock bluffs appear just so? This trip is your chance to discover the answers—all while enjoying the ride.

🪨 What to Expect:

• Guided geology tour on the ONSC bus

• Incredible views and roadside rock formations

• Q&A and storytelling with geologist Chris Moyer

• Scenic lunch stop (bring your own packed lunch!)

• A great mix of science, nature, and a little rock 'n roll

• In the case of inclement winter weather, the back-up date for this event will be Saturday, December 12, at the same time (9:45AM–3:00PM)

  
  

📃 Schedule:

• 9:45AM – Check in at the Ozark Smokehouse building at Kessler Mountain (restrooms available) and a brief overview

• 10:30AM – Bus departs for the Rock 'n Roll Geology Tour

• 3:00PM – Return to ONSC @ Kessler Mountain

  
  

🎒 What to Bring:

• Reusable water bottle (refill stations provided)

• Packed lunch & snacks

• Curiosity and a love of rocks!

  
  

📌 Important Details

• Open to ages 12 and older, however exceptions can be made for very interested children under 12. Please email info@onsc.us to inquire.

• Event runs rain or shine.

• Spaces are limited, so reserve your seat early! This is a unique opportunity to explore the natural beauty of our region from a whole new perspective! 

🎟️Ticket Information

• Adult Ticket - $45

• Family Bundle - $100

• All proceeds go to support research, community science, and education at Ozark Natural Science Center.

About Ozark Natural Science Center 

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:

• Create clear and engaging educational programs

• Provide hands-on experiences in the outdoors

• Encourage responsibility for the natural world

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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.

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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 the Instructor

Chris Moyer, a native of southern New Jersey, earned a B.S. in geology from Arkansas Tech University and an M.S. in geology from the University of Arkansas. With over 25 years of experience in the petroleum industry, he served as a production and exploration geologist for ExxonMobil and Southwestern Energy Company, as well as a geological consultant, working both domestically and internationally. Chris also dedicated more than a decade to teaching geology at Northwest Arkansas Community College. Now retired, he spends his time appreciating the rich culture and natural beauty of Northwest Arkansas and beyond.

Ticket Refund Policy

• Refunds up to 1 week before the event: Tickets are refundable minus any applicable fees (processing, administrative, etc.) until 7 days before the event.

• Refunds within 1 week of the event: For refund requests made less than 7 days prior to the event, a 50% refund will be given.

• No refunds within 24 hours of the event: Refund requests made within 24 hours of the event are not permitted, except in exceptional circumstances and only with approval from ONSC administration.

*Please note that all refund requests must be submitted in writing to info@onsc.us. Refunds will be processed within 7-10 business days.

Questions? Please email us at info@onsc.us