MRS High Bank Project
The Mulberry River Society (MRS) is raising money to repair the access ramp at High Bank on the Mulberry River.
MRS is an organization comprised of outdoor, river, and canoe enthusiasts who seek, through Conservation, Appreciation, Recreation, and Education, to increase public awareness of the Mulberry River.
It is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization created to organize and hold events for water and land clean-up of the Mulberry River and surrounding areas, cooperate with the scientific community to identify causes and sources of impacts to the Mulberry River watershed area, assist with the collection and analysis of data that identifies impacts to that water resource, and to educate its members and the general public concerning their contribution to positive and negative impacts on the Mulberry River Watershed area.
Their current project is raising money to assist in the renovation of the access ramp at High Bank. This is located along the Mulberry River, and provides canoers and kayakers access to the river. This area provides a level, paved parking and a walk-down ramp that leads into the river. However, this access ramp has deteriorated over the years and needs to be repaired.
Please help by donating to our High Bank Project Fund. The money raised will be used to bring in big rock and stones to improve the access. Labor and local business leaders will help coordinate the efforts lowering the cost.
Donations are tax deductible!
The Mulberry River is a well-known destination for recreational boating with canoes, kayaks, and rafts. About 45 miles of the river is floatable beginning at Wolf Pen and ending at the confluence of the Arkansas River. During wet periods there are Class I to III rapids at many points in the river and the river can be dangerous if the water is high. Fishing on the river is also popular, with species including largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, sunfish, catfish, and rock bass, among others. Camping, swimming, and hiking along the Mulberry are enjoyed by tens of thousands of people each year.
The Mulberry River is easily accessible from I-40 via highways 215, 23, 103, and 21. There are several campsites along the river maintained by the U.S. Forest Service. Campsites are also available at Turner Bend www.turnerbend.com and Byrds http://www.byrdsadventurecenter.com. These businesses also have canoes, kayaks, and rafts for rent, gear needed for paddling the river, and also provide shuttle service along the river.
Please considering making a donation!!!
