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... »

I recently went to pick up my brother, Russell, and our friend Josh from the Jack’s Fork River near Mountain View, MO. They were ready to get off the river and get some warm food after being rained on all weekend.  We found a great place in Mountain View to get some breakfast. The Back 40... »

Provides tips on getting and keeping landowner permission to fish a pond, and has links to public kids fishing programs in the Ozarks. »

The Ozarks have always been my home.  I’ve lived in other places for a few years, but I’ve always had a deep affinity for the Ozarks region of Missouri and Arkansas.  I would often come back to see friends and family, but the hills and hollows themselves have also compelled me to return. I’ve now... »