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Ep. 225 - Katherine Andrews & Becky Flynn - Is the Outdoor Recreation Boom Good for the Ozarks?
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- The Ozark Podcast
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- Jul 15, 2026
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Summary
Arkansas just set a goal to double its outdoor economy to $7 billion — and the people making it happen just sat down with us. → Join other Ozarkers in our Patreon - The Holler → Get weekly updates, show notes, and stories in our NEWSLETTER Katherine Andrews and Becky Flynn, Director and Deputy Director of Arkansas' Office of Outdoor Recreation, break down what it actually looks like to build an outdoor economy from scratch. From a $6.5 million grant program funding trails, boat ramps, and shooting ranges, to a first-of-its-kind guide verification program, to the largest lift-served mountain bike park in the country coming to Mena — this episode is a masterclass in why Arkansas is quietly becoming one of the best outdoor destinations in the country. Together with... Vortex Optics - Industry leader in scopes, rangefinders, and binoculars 0:00 – Kyle Plunkett's Back 2:00 – What Is the Office of Outdoor Recreation? 7:00 – The Goal: $7 Billion by 2032 13:00 – How the Office Connects Communities & State Agencies 25:00 – Why People Are Now Moving for Outdoor Recreation 33:00 – Guide ARK 45:00 – Holler Question 51:00 – Who Should Fund Conservation's Future? What is The Ozark Podcast? In the Ozarks, people have always lived in rhythm with the natural world. Hunting, fishing, and living off the land, aren't just things we do, it's who we are. And though our lives are inextricably linked to the land we live on, we've never been more disconnected from it. So join us, as we travel across the region to bring you the voices of the Ozarks to deepen your connection with the land, sharpen your…