Southwest MO
Nature Close at Hand: A Walk Through Wilson’s Creek National Battlefield
Nature does not have to be experienced at the end of a four hour drive and a day of hiking. Rather, natural areas exist all around us and we simply have to open our eyes. This is particularly true in the Ozark region. There are many streams and trails within a few miles of... »
Springfield Cardinals
Springfield, Missouri has a great minor league baseball team, the Springfield Cardinals , and very clean, comfortable facilities at Hammon’s Field. Taking in a ball game can be a good activity if you want to bring the family in from the outdoor activities or flashing lights of Branson. There are plenty of hotels around Hammon’s Field,... »
Springfield Lasers Defeat Philadelphia Freedoms
The Ozarks offer a variety of sporting event venues, and they do go beyond log rolling and long distance spitting. My friend, Drew, recently took me to a Springfield Lasers game at the Cooper Sports Complex. I’d never been to a professional tennis match before, and it was definitely worthwhile. The Springfield Lasers are... »