A Woodland Surprise: Mel, Barney, and the Owl at Cooper Chapel

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Sometimes the most memorable wildlife encounters happen when you’re simply out enjoying a morning walk. That’s exactly what happened when my husband, Mel, took our dog, Barney, for a walk toward the beautiful Mildred B. Cooper Memorial Chapel in Bella Vista, Arkansas a few days ago What began as an ordinary morning outing turned into … Read more

Take Henry Along on Every Adventure

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Imagine This Whether you’re exploring one of Bella Vista’s peaceful lakes, photographing a waterfall, watching birds along a wooded trail, or simply taking an evening walk, there are a few things you never want to leave behind—your phone, your keys, and your sense of adventure. Meet Your Trail Companion Henry, a blue heron (inspired by … Read more

Morning Watch: From a Quiet Kayak Moment to Fine Art

There are moments on Bella Vista’s lakes that never quite leave you. Not because they’re dramatic. Not because they’re rare. But because they’re wonderfully quiet. One such moment happened while I was kayaking on beautiful Lake Ann. I’ve kayaked all seven lakes in Bella Vista, and I think Lake Ann is the most beautiful. The … Read more

Lake Norwood

Lake Norwood at Sunrise

Lake Norwood is a small lake at 33 acres. Its shoreline is less crowded, and there are nice forests along its shore. It is one of the deepest lakes in Bella Vista, at 79 feet, and offers great fishing. It’s a no-wake lake with a boat ramp and 2 boat/fishing docks, along a levee that … Read more