Every year I like to have a personal outdoor challenge. Some of you may have read about my past adventures; kayaking the entire Current River/Eleven Point River (in the State of Missouri) and all of the Jack’s Fork River. This year some friends and I are training for the amazing Grand Canyon Rim to Rim…
COVID-19 has definitely changed vacation plans for everyone since early 2020, but it doesn’t mean families can’t have fun locally. A weekend trip to Lake Lou Yaeger Recreation Area in southwest Illinois is on several “must visit” lists this year. Owned by the City of Litchfield in Illinois, Lake Lou Yaeger Recreation Area is a…
Even with the COVID-19 crisis last year, the desire of many to visit and escape into the outdoors has not dwindled. In return, several business that provide services and lodging allowing people to do just that have not suffered. Fort Davidson Hotel is no exception. In the past year, the hotel has not seen a…
Looking for a live bait and tackle shop in Paris, Mo.? Be sure to check out Elk Fork Campground, LLC. They recently built a new bait shop building and added more tackle for their customers. Owned by Mike and Reva Sheffield, they offer annual RV sites, boat storage, and have a live bait and tackle…
Missouri state parks and historic sites remain open, including day-use areas, lodging, campgrounds, boat ramps and trails, and will continue to operate under normal off-season hours. However, Missouri State Parks has temporarily closed indoor spaces, including visitor centers, nature centers, museums and offices. Park and historic site outdoor spaces and amenities will remain open…
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Looking for a nice quiet place in Branson away from the traffic, but close to the strip and Silver Dollar City? Look no further than Edgewater Villa Resort. The Traveler features one of its advertisers in story form just about every month and we’re happy to introduce Edgewater Villa to our readers in a little…
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