The Cave State
Friends who feel like family are pretty amazing. I am blessed to have a few of those people in my life, including their children. As an only child, it’s a bit fun to hang out with my friends’ kids at times since I do not
Let your children teach you something new
Back to school season arrived once more. My social media feeds were filled with photos of kids not even tall enough to reach a doorknob smiling timidly for their first day of elementary school picture, as well as photos of well-outfitted dorm rooms and exhausted
Plan for a haunted river float at Ruby’s Landing
Between Crocker and Waynesville you can find Ruby’s Landing River Resort. It is tucked off of Hwy. 17. Take Restful Lane to Ruby’s Landing Drive and you have arrived. Ruby’s is an excellent spot to enjoy time on the Gasconade River. They offer 5-mile floats
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Don’t miss Cane Bottom!
The Meramec River meanders from its headwaters in Dent County near Salem to where it empties into the Mississippi River in the southern St. Louis metropolitan area between Bee Tree Park and Kimmswick. Meramec State Park is located approximately midway along the Meramec River. This
A good campground host can make all the difference
In all of my years of camping, there is “something” I have never taken for granted. Michelle Turner This “something” calmly answers questions, often shares a comforting smile, and certainly helps make an unfamiliar place feel more like home. That “something” is a campground host.
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Calling all float trip lovers!
Steelville is known for being the “Floating Capitol of Missouri.” Michelle Turner It’s a term that makes sense to me considering how close it is to a multitude of rivers and outfitters primed to help people enjoy a good float trip. The town is charming
This place is worth the visit!
My friends and family alike have sung the praises of Zimmerman Quality Meats. Michelle Turner I have had brisket, ground beef, and other meals featuring their products when visiting their homes. They have all been incredibly delicious. So, on a whim, I decided to visit
A great way to beat cabin fever
On those special winter days when the sun is shining brightly and the temps are not so low I am going to freeze my fingers and toes off, I enjoy getting out of the house and exploring. Michelle Turner When the leaves are off the
Take advantage of Missouri’s parks this year
I know I am not alone when I make this statement: In 2025 my money didn’t seem to stretch as far as it used to. My close friends of varying ages and stages of life agree we are feeling our money slipping through our hands!
Ya gotta visit this STL mansion
I am a lifelong Missourian with a love of history, art, and travel. One would think I’ve seen pretty much all there is to see in my home state. Yet, just a few weeks ago I experienced a place with my daughter that I didn’t
Time to find a deeper appreciation of life’s beauty
On Thursday, October 16th, I finally cracked open a fortune cookie I obtained three days prior. I didn’t have high hopes for it, considering my daughter and her boyfriend opened theirs and got the exact same fortunes. Michelle Turner However, mine was different. It stated:
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Join in on the October fun at Missouri State Parks
October in Missouri is a great time to get out and enjoy everything our state has to offer. This month, I want to highlight a few of the activities planned in Missouri State Parks for readers to weigh their options for October fun! Michelle Turner
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