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Memorial Day Weekend Festivities

Lake area roads and waterways are expected to be busy this weekend as the Lake of the Ozarks offically kicks-off its summer tourist season.  Tourists, vacation homeowners and locals alike are all expected to take advantage of the great weather forecasted here.

And after the sun goes down there will be plenty of fireworks to be viewed from all quarters of  The Lake.   Tan Tar A,  Lodge of Four Seasons, Toad Cove, will offer fireworks on the Eastside.

On the Westside you’ll find great shows provided by Captain Rons,  Bear Bottom and Gravois Mills Downtown.   For those who would like to experience the fireworks on water,  the Celebration and  Tropic Island Cruises are offering Scenic Firework Cruises.

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Author: | May 28th, 2010
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Want Help Planning Your Next Lake of the Ozarks Vacation?

Go2LakeOfTheOzarks.com Offers Visitors A Wealth of Area Information

If you’re planning a vacation to the Lake of the Ozarks, go2lakeoftheozarks.com is a great online resource offering information and reviews on area lodging, attractions, restaurants and events.   Whether you’re into power boating, nightclubbing, a quiet weekend of fishing, shopping or fine dining; this site does a terrific job of describing what the Lake of Ozarks offers as a vacation destination.

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Author: | May 4th, 2010
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Farmers and Merchant Market to Open May 1

 

We know summer is on its way when the farmers and merchants gather at the square in Camdenton in front of the Courthouse Saturday mornings beginning in May each year.

Offering seasonal produce, plants, baked goods, crafts and hand made goods, these wares are favored by locals and tourists alike.  Although open from 7AM to Noon each Saturday, it’s always best to get there early!

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Author: | April 24th, 2010
Categories: Area Activities, Sites and Sounds
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Tourist Season Soon to Begin at the Lake of the Ozarks

Video Gets Us in the Mood for Summer Fun

The Lake Ozarks Visitors and Convention Bureau in Lake Ozarks have prepared a great video that highlights the best of what the Lake has to offer.

I can almost feel the lake breeze on my face as I watch the videos of  boating.  Mmmmm.

It also reminded me that it’s been a while since I’ve been to the State Park to ride horses, I think I’ll go this weekend.

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Author: | April 6th, 2010
Categories: Area Activities, Sites and Sounds, Video Postcards
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Sites and Sounds of Bagnell Dam in January

Eagles Aren’t the Only Birds Wintering at the Lake of the Ozarks!

Listen closely and you’ll hear the sounds of the the ring-billed gulls who, in addition to eagles, like to winter here at the Lake of the Ozarks.  This footage was shot from the public access area of the Bagnell Dam.

If you don’t mind the crisp, cool air during the winter, this is a wonderfully relaxing place to sit, watch and listen for a while.

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Author: | January 11th, 2010
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Osage Beach Premium Outlet Mall

Once again this year I had forgotten that the Premium Outlet Mall has shortened hours during the months of January and February.  I pass this reminder on in hopes of saving someone else a couple gallons of gas!

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Author: | January 9th, 2010
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Top Chefs from Area Restaurants to Compete

Seven Springs Winery in Linn Creek to Host

Lake of the Ozarks Silver Cup Chefs’ Challenge

Pledged to benefit the local YMCA, sixteen lake area chefs will be competing through the month of January at Seven Springs Winery in Linn Creek for $1000 and a Silver Cup trophy for the Lake of the Ozarks.

This Saturday, January 9, the first 4 chefs will compete with a French theme.

Admission will be $25 to sample the entrées and enjoy one glass of Seven Springs wine to be paired with the ingredients of the evening.  Tickets must be purchased in advance.

For more information, and to get a full schedule of competitions, see the events calendar at SevenSpringsWinery.com

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Author: | January 8th, 2010
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Eagle Days at Lake of the Ozarks

Osage National Golf Resort, the Willmore Lodge,  Bagnell Dam

Bait Shop and Tom Sawyer Cruises to Host Live Eagle Viewings

This weekend, Jan. 9th and 10th,  you’ll find me with my binoculars out at the 10th Annual Lake of the Ozarks Eagle Days.  From 9 AM to 4 PM on Saturday, and again on Sunday from 10 AM to 3 PM I’ll be met by thousands of visitors to Lake Ozarks in a celebration of wild eagles.

At the Osage National Golf Resort there will be hourly programs by the World Bird Sanctuary, as well as Read the rest of this entry »

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Author: | January 7th, 2010
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Arctic Temperatures Continue at Lake of the Ozarks

Remember to scatter some seed for our little friends!

Is it just me, or is this the coldest January we’ve had in a long time?    I know we have sub-freezing temperatures in January and February, but I don’t recollect having so many cold days in a row!  These are definitely good days to take care of those indoor projects we’ve been putting off -  and to remember to toss out a little extra seed in our yards!

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Author: | January 5th, 2010
Categories: Area Activities, Area Photographers, Sites and Sounds
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Seasons’ Greetings!

May your Christmas be filled with a spirit of peace and joy,

and may the warmth and happiness of the holiday season linger

with you during the coming New Year.

all the very best to you,   Melody

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Author: | December 22nd, 2009
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