Ross Rhodes Reservation

02/23/2026

Come join us for the biggest Spring Fix-It ever. See you there!

10/16/2025

Come one! Come all!

Announcing the fall service day at Ross Rhodes Reservation.

03/07/2025

A Spring Camp Service Day has been announced by the board of the Ouachita Camp Foundation. Please follow this link for more information:

https://www.facebook.com/share/p/16CojH32N4/

Also, if you haven't done so already, please be sure to like the OCF page.

10/30/2024

The shoreline of Lake DeGray along the west side of Ross Rhodes looks peaceful and serene in this view, taken in mid-October.

For updates on the activities and fun at the camp, please visit our page at https://www.facebook.com/OuachitaCampFoundation

or favorite our Web site at:

www.ouachitacampfoundation.com

09/30/2024

Please keep John Woolem and his family in your prayers. His devoted wife, Diana, has gone to her eternal reward.

We're mindful at Ross Rhodes and the Ouachita Camp Foundation that many of our volunteers make great sacrifices to keep our camp running. John spent years mowing and keeping the grounds clear of natural debris, giving up several weekend days across many camping seasons.

A good man has a great woman walking with him and Diana was every bit of that to John.

Funeral arrangements appear in the link.

https://www.ashbyfuneralhome.com/obituary/diana-sue-woolem?

Diana Sue Woolem, 81, of Alexander, passed away peacefully at Saline Memorial Hospital on September 30, 2024. She was born on December 12, 1942 in Little Rock, Arkansas, to Kenneth Veon Rowland and Thelma Priscilla Mae Jenkins Rowland. Diana was active in her church, First Christian Church Disciples...

08/28/2024

It is with regret to pass word that Len Peterson of Hot Springs Village has gone to his eternal reward.
We recall many times of talking with Len at Ross Rhodes. He served as the Scoutmaster for Troop 7 in Hot Springs Village, Ouachita Area Council.
We cannot ever recall a moment that he displayed anything other than an infectuous enthusiasm - for Scouts, for outdoor living and for life in general.
We hope someone will pass our sympathies to his family, for we all have known a truly excellent man and leader.
Rest in peace, Len.

View Leonard Melvin Peterson's obituary, contribute to their memorial, see their funeral service details, and more.

07/17/2024

RIP Rick Holland (1954-2024)

We are sad to share the news that a giant of our Ouachita Area Council and Ross Rhodes Reservation has passed, Rick Holland of Benton, Ark.

Rick volunteered tirelessly as a scoutmaster and later offered leadership at the district and council level.

He continued to show active support for the mission to keep our camp open to campers and relished hearing word of its revival.

Please keep the Holland family in your thoughts and prayers in the days and weeks ahead. Information about the Friday, July 19, visitation and funeral appears at the side and bottom of the obituary.

https://www.ashbyfuneralhome.com/.../richard-stephen-holland?

05/31/2024

What do you plan to do in June?

How about walk along a lakeshore with your fishin' pole in hand?

Or swim a lake so clear and wiggle your toes in the sand?

Ever watched a sunset during a campfire so grand ...
.. that you'll have memories forever of your life in the Ross Rhodes Reservation land?

Make your reservation today!

Ouachita Camp Foundation, in partnership with the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers and the Ross Foundation, operates the Ross-Rhodes Reservation, a 16,000 acre camp located in Bismarck, Arkansas near Arkadelphia, on beautiful Lake DeGray.

01/16/2024

The kids or grands may ask: why is it 11 F on the thermometer but when you step outside, it is so much colder?

This chart helps explain why.

11/21/2023

Did you know that Ross Rhodes Reservation is one of the favorite places for parking an RV near Hot Springs National Park?

Explore.com posted a story a few days ago about the lure of RV parking like that at Ross Rhodes Reservation for enjoying all that Hot Springs has to offer.

To make your RV reservation, please contact us at www.ouachitacampfoundation.com or write us at our Facebook site, Ouachita Camp Foundation

That way, you, too, may discover the RV park life at Ross Rhodes while enjoying the tourism gems of Hot Springs.

The article:

https://www.explore.com/1447967/southern-city-hot-springs-arkansas-one-top-rv-spots-in-america-fun-adventures/?

This Southwestern city is one of the best spots in America for outdoor adventures and family-friendly fun alike, especially when you're traveling by RV.

07/01/2023

Ross Rhodes Reservation wishes you and your family a happy Independence Day weekend.

We're very mindful that our independence is something to be treasured and protected. We show our children we value it when we vote, when we get involved in our communities and when we keep up our homes and streets.

Here are a few hints for an enjoyable weekend:

* Please remember to drink plenty of water and watch your outdoor activity level as it's going to be one of the warmer holiday weekends.

* Wear cotton clothing which breathes better

* Wear hats with brims to keep the sun off your ears and face.

* It would be a good idea to recycle a soda bottle or two and use it to carry water. We do this all the time when we're moving around Ross Rhodes on hikes or service projects.

* Sunscreen is advised for longer term outdoor exposure.

Above all, have a happy and safe Independence Day holiday.

And remember, if you need a great place to camp, contact us at www.ouachitacampfoundation.com and we'll reserve an RV spot or campsite for you! :)

To help with the costs of maintenance and general upkeep, Ouachita Camp Foundation suggest the following nominal donations for facility usage. For special circumstances, please contact us at 501-539-3729.

04/04/2023

SPRING FIX-IT at ROSS RHODES

We have a special volunteer service day planned at Ross Rhodes for Saturday, April 29.

We're going to call it John Woolem Day in honor of our longtime board member, John Woolem of Saline County, Ark. Many of the projects at camp would not have been cared for so well without John's hard work and support across the years.

We have a list of camp projects needing attention. We'll begin promptly at 9 a.m. A complimentary lunch will be served at noon to all volunteers.

We expect to wrap up with the day's service projects by 3 p.m.

Also, anyone or family helping out with us Saturday will have free camping privileges from Friday, April 28, through Sunday, April 30. The Ouachita Camp Foundation board decided this would be a good way to show our extra appreciation for those who will come.

We had 15 people signed up as of our March board meeting. Please call or text Dawn at (501) 539-3729 to let us know you are coming and how many people will join you.

We need to have all volunteers confirmed for the exciting day by 5 p.m. Monday, April 24, so we have enough time to shop for food for the noon-day lunch on the 29th.

Can't wait to see you there! :)