Ed & Pat Matthews are retired from positions in the United Methodist Church, having served churches and institutions in Arkansas, Texas and Congo, Africa. These include pastorates at First United Methodist Church in Little Rock, Wichita Falls, Mountain Home and Fordyce and Lakeside UMC in Pine Bluff. Ed was also in the Administration at Hendrix College. Pat was a public school teacher in Fordyce and Pine Bluff and Christian Education Director in Pine Bluff and Wichita Falls. They now make their home in both Little Rock and Calico Rock. Ed is a native (4th Generation) of Old Joe, just up the road from Calico Rock and many of the places you will visit are owned and/or operated by long time friends and family.
They work hard to provide the guests of Edsrock Lodge with a memorable time. They realize your time away from home is precious, so their commitment is to deliver you a clean and well maintained facility.
Help Protect the Natural Beauty of the White and Norfork River
Ed & Pat both realize that they are only temporary stewards of this property. In an effort to make sure this part of world remains as beautiful as today, they were founding members of "The Friends of the North Fork & White Rivers". Through this organization they work to protect the water quality of the Rivers from over development. If you enjoy this natural area, please consider joining or making a gift to the organization.
Questions or Need More Information
Please do not hesitate to call or e-mail us if you need more information on the Edsrock Lodge or the area. We know that you will enjoy your stay.