Wilson Springs Preserve

06/04/2026

🌿 We’re Hiring: Executive Director & Chief Executive Officer

The Northwest Arkansas Land Trust is seeking a mission-driven, accomplished leader to serve as our next Executive Director & Chief Executive Officer.

At a pivotal moment for conservation in Northwest Arkansas, this role offers the opportunity to lead a nationally accredited land trust dedicated to permanently protecting the forests, wetlands, working farms, waterways, and scenic landscapes that make our region special.

The Executive Director & CEO will guide NWALT’s conservation strategy, fundraising, staff leadership, financial stewardship, board partnership, and community engagement as we continue protecting land for future generations.

📍 Northwest Arkansas | In-person, full-time
💼 Salary: $90,000–$110,000, commensurate with experience, plus benefits
📅 Priority consideration deadline: June 24, 2026

NWALT is committed to building a diverse, inclusive, and equitable organization, and we encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds.

Learn more and apply: https://www.nwalandtrust.org/careers/executive-director-chief-executive-officer/

Please share this opportunity with qualified leaders in your network who are passionate about conservation and the future of Northwest Arkansas.

05/05/2026

Storms: 1
Our bridges: 0

Just another day at Wilson Springs 😅
After heavy rain, moving bridges back into place is… a regular occurrence around here.

If you’ve ever walked these trails, you’ve crossed something our team has had to fix, rebuild, or haul back into place.

That’s exactly what our Season of Stewardship supports.
More durable infrastructure. Less “bridge rescue missions.”

💚 Donate + help us build something that lasts: https://www.nwalandtrust.org/donate/

04/30/2026

Wilson Springs gates are open and we’re planning to reopen tomorrow 🌿

The trails are still a bit wet, but should dry out quickly—thank you for giving the land time to recover and for treading lightly as things firm up.

04/27/2026

The storms did a number on Wilson Springs 🌧️

Between flooding and a bridge that decided to relocate, we’re hitting pause for a few days to make repairs and give the trails time to dry.

We’ll keep you posted on reopening—thanks for giving the land a little time to recover!

04/22/2026

🌎 Happy Earth Day!

We want to see the places you love most in Northwest Arkansas. Share a photo of your favorite outdoor spot in the comments or tag Northwest Arkansas Land Trust in your post so we can reshare. 💚

From scenic overlooks to quiet trails, these places matter. Protecting them today helps ensure they’re here for generations to come.

04/16/2026

What a day at Wilson Springs 🌿
Huge thanks to this awesome crew from Walmart Home Office for getting their hands dirty and helping remove invasive field mustard 💪
This is what stewardship looks like 💚

04/08/2026

Tomorrow is a big day for Northwest Arkansas Land Trust 💚

🌱 NWA Gives is here, and we’re working toward a $5,000 fundraising goal to support land protection across Northwest Arkansas.

💥 Thanks to our Board, the first $2,000 in donations will be matched — doubling your impact.

🎬 Our Film Night tomorrow is officially sold out, and we’re so grateful for the incredible support from this community.

If you weren’t able to attend, you can still be part of the impact by making a gift through NWA Gives. Every donation helps protect the lands, waters, and wildlife that define this region.

We’ll be planning another film showing soon — stay tuned.

👉 Donate here: https://www.nwagives.org/organization/Northwest-Arkansas-Land-Trust

04/06/2026

🌱 Introducing NWALT’s Season of Stewardship 🌱

This spring, we’re launching a three-month campaign to protect the forests, farms, rivers, and wildlife habitat that make Northwest Arkansas home.

As our region continues to grow, the places that ground us—our hollers, wetlands, woodlands, and open spaces—need champions. This is your invitation to be part of something bigger.

🎯 Our goal: Raise $40,000 by June 30 to protect and steward land across NWA

And it all kicks off on April 9 for NWA Gives 💚

We’re setting a $5,000 goal in 24 hours, and thanks to our board of directors, the first $2,000 in donations will be matched dollar-for-dollar—doubling your impact.

🎬 Join us that evening for a special film screening at 6:00 PM at the historic Ozark Mountain Smokehouse in Fayetteville
Featuring:
One Acre at a Time
Witch Hazel Advent: The Story of an Ozark Poet by Sarah Moore

This free event is a chance to connect, gather, and celebrate the stories of the land we love.

💚 How you can take part:
• Make a gift during NWA Gives
• Attend the film screening and bring a friend
• Share this post to spread the word

Together, we can protect what makes Northwest Arkansas special—today and for generations to come.

👉 Donate: https://www.nwagives.org/donate/Northwest-Arkansas-Land-Trust
👉 Register for the film screening: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1984782700486?aff=oddtdtcreator
👉 Learn more: www.nwalandtrust.org

The mission of the Northwest Arkansas Land Trust is to preserve and enhance the quality of life for all people in Northwest Arkansas through the permanent protection of land.

03/24/2026

Wilson Springs Preserve is back open 💚

As you head out to explore, we want to share an important reminder:
🚫 No bikes
🚫 No dogs

Wilson Springs is a protected tallgrass prairie and wetland ecosystem.

It is home to hundreds of plant and animal species, including many that are rare or sensitive to disturbance.

Bikes can damage fragile soils and trail edges, and even the most well-behaved dogs can disrupt wildlife and ground-nesting species.

These guidelines help us protect this landscape so it can thrive for generations to come, so everyone can continue to enjoy its beauty.

Thanks for helping us care for this special place 🌾

03/16/2026

🎬 An Evening of Film, Conservation, and Community

Join Northwest Arkansas Land Trust for a special evening exploring the landscapes and stories that make the Ozarks so remarkable.

We’ll premiere a new short film created with SUDO Studios, offering an inside look at NWALT’s work protecting land and water across Northwest Arkansas. The film follows our team as we partner with landowners, community members, and the landscapes we steward—sharing a deeper look at who we are, why this work matters, and how conservation happens on the ground.

The evening will also feature a screening of Witch Hazel Advent: The Story of an Ozark Poet, a short documentary by filmmaker Sarah Moore that tells the story of Arkansas poet and peace activist John Rule, who lived off-the-grid in the Ozark Mountains.

In 2013, John donated his 140-acre property on Frog Bayou to Northwest Arkansas Land Trust for permanent conservation—ensuring the land he loved will remain protected for generations to come.

NWALT staff will also share a brief presentation about our current conservation work in the Illinois River Watershed and how land protection supports water quality, wildlife habitat, and the natural heritage of our region.

🍿 Popcorn and drinks provided

Whether you're new to the Land Trust or already part of our community, this is a great opportunity to learn more about conservation in Northwest Arkansas and connect with others who care about protecting the places we all love.

🎟 Learn more and reserve your spot: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/film-night-with-northwest-arkansas-land-trust-tickets-1984782700486?aff=oddtdtcreator