By Len Stagoski It has been called one of the world’s crookedest rivers, and looking at a map of it will reveal why the Gasconade River of central Missouri earns that title. At 265 miles, it is the longest river flowing wholly within the state. The Gasconade forms in the Ozarks of Wright County, then…
Why? That is the question I get from most of my friends. After kayaking all the Current River (in Missouri) a few years ago in 3 days, and all of Eleven Point River (in Missouri) in one day last year, I decided the Jack’s Fork was next on my hit list. I did not…
While Missouri is known for being the “cave state” there is a crucial element, abundant in Missouri, that is essential in the formation of caves – water. Missouri has 30 waterways that are recommended for floating and canoeing by the Missouri Canoe & Floaters Association. While the mighty Mississippi and Missouri River are not the…
Surrounding yourself with the great outdoors is simply refreshing. I know after the past three years I have experienced, the moments when I can unplug and experience all nature has to offer have been incredibly restorative. Hiking, camping, kayaking, and other outdoor activities allows people to indulge the senses with experiences that are great escapes…
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The custom in those days… was to start out by wagon over almost non-existent roads for the head of the river. “On the wagon would be enough seasoned pine lumber to build one or two boats, depending on the number of fishermen in the party, together with a tent, some tools, fishing tackle, guns, ammunition,…
This “ditch kit” comes from Paul Barnard, U.S. Coast Guard District 8 recreational boating safety specialist. And every man knew, as the captain did too, T’was the witch of November come stealin’. Anyone who has heard Gordon Lightfoot’s ballad about the wreck of the Edmund Fitzgerald will no doubt recognize “The witch of November” — the…
If you’re looking for an outdoor hiking and paddling adventure this fall, Ozark National Scenic Riverways (ONSR) has just the activity for you. ONSR, in partnership with Missouri State Parks and Ozark Trail Association, is inviting visitors to complete the Current River Challenge (CRC) along the upper Current River. This self-guided challenge includes three “legs”…
