Natural State Snapshot

September 26 - October 2, 2016

Photo by Kay Bona

Although the winter of 2015 was mild in comparison, especially after looking at this photo from February 2014, I am curious as to what Mother Nature has in store for us this winter. If a rainier that normal summer is any indication of a cold, wet winter, then maybe we should start preparing early! This photo was taken at the Winona Wildlife Management Area off of Highway 9, about 4 miles south of Perryville. The WWMA consists of 174,782 acres of moderate to rugged mountain terrain and narrow valleys. Numerous streams are found on the area, including the headwaters of the Maumelle and Saline Rivers. The South Fouche LaFave river cuts across the northwest corner of the area. A few man-made lakes including Lake Winona, Lake Sylvia and Bear Creek Lake are found on the area. Directions: from Perryville via AR 9 south 4 miles. From Little Rock, take AR 10 west for 30 miles to junction of AR 9. From Hot Springs, take AR 7 north, 25 miles or AR 5 north, 20 miles then AR 9 north, 15 miles.