The Weekend Warrior program allows students to practice the core values of UA Fort Smith by modeling integrity and ethical behavior, and collaboration with others in the betterment of the world in which we live. Weekend Warrior trips will enhance the experiences of UA Fort Smith students and provides them with an alternative weekend activity to traveling outside of Fort Smith. Students are exposed to new cultural opportunities through fine dining, athletic events, city atmospheres, and adventure travel.

Upcoming Weekend Warrior Trips

Horseshoe Canyon Ranch

Friday, March 14 - Sunday, March 16, 2008

Cost: $10.00 per student

Horseshoe Canyon Ranch will provide activities during the day including: horseback riding, rock climbing, zip lines, hiking, and much more. The evening activities include a wrangler-led horseback ride up to a steak cook-out and back down to the ranch for evening activities which may include a bonfire, ice cream social, and more depending on the choices available.

The University of Arkansas - Fort Smith will cover the following:

• Transportation costs
• Lodging
• All meals
• All activities

Appications will be availabe in the Freshman Center and Student Activities Office starting February 4, 2008. The first ten (10) male and ten (10) female students to turn in a completed application and the $10.00 trip fee will be availabe to attend. Applications are due by March 3, 2008 at 4:00 p.m.

For more information about Weekend Warrior, please contact Stephanie London, Student Activities Event Coordinator, at 788-7697.