everywhere, and Eureka Springs has some of the best trails around.

Because of the tireless efforts of the Ozark Off Road Cyclists, Lake Leatherwood has some incredible trails.

The Ozark Off Road Cyclists present the Fat Tire Festival here in July. This is a three-day celebration of mountain biking, including cross country racing, downhill, and trials. There's even a race for the kids! The Fatty Fest is a family oriented event that offers something for everyone, and will be held July 18-20.

This is the largest event of its kind in the central United States. More information is available at (479) 363-0625 or the website www.fattirefestival.com.

The third annual XTERRA Eureka Springs Off-Road Triathlon and Trail Run is set for Saturday, June 8. This is part of the XTERRA America Tour, and consists of a half-mile swim, a 13-mile mountain bike ride, and a five-mile trail run.

More information about this challenging event can be found at www.eurekaspringsoffroadtriathlon.com. This website includes a course description and maps, as well as results and pictures from previous years.