tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8328315989238373916Fri, 11 Jul 2025 01:50:26 +0000ozark travel plansOzarks travelSpringdale ArkansasArkansasArkansas and Missouri OzarksCuba MissouriPea Ridge National Military ParkRoute 66Branson MissouriCamping cabinsCivil WarJones Center for FamiliesOzark vacationfarmers markethikescenic bywayweatherArkansas RazorbacksBuffalo National RiverCorn MaizeFayettevilleGPSHarrison ArkansasHow to remove a tickOzark Highlands National TrailPoisonous snakes of ArkansasRV campingShiloh MuseumSilver Dollar CityThe Friendly BookstoreTurkey Track BlugrassWaldronbed and breakfastcraft faircurrent gas pricesdiscountsequestrian campgroundsfall foliagefourth of july paradegrottomuralsATVAmelia EarhartAntique Toy MuseumArkansas parksArrowheadsBass ProBattle reenactmentBetty DavisBig Cedar LodgeBikes Blues and BBQBird watchingBoone County Confederate gravesitesBoone County Heritage MuseumBoy ScoutCandy barsCardial HillCherryholmes familyDaisy Air Gun MuseumDevil's DenDouble J Indoor ArenaDoyle Lawson and QuicksilverEagle ScoutEureka SpringsFind a Corn MaizeFriscoFrisco ParkGPS coordinatesGateway ArkansasGeocachingGreat Backyard Bird CountGreek and Roman coinsHalloweenHarry TrumanHarvest festivalHobbyHorseback RidingHumansville MissouriLDS centerMaizeMill Creek TrailMissouri and Arkansas RailroadMissouri cavingMissouri corn mazeMotorcyclesMountain Meadows MassacreOzarksPea Ridge ArkansasPeel Mansion MuseumPopeye cartoonsRhonda VincentRiver SafetyRodeo of the OzarksRogers ArkansasRogers Historical MuseumRogers Little TheaterRound Springs CavernsRte 66Sankey Rodeo SchoolScott County MuseumSpringdale Municipal AirportSt LouisStanton MissouriTall Pines CampgroundThe Airport CafeThe Cave StateThe Lyric TheaterTim ErnstTravel BugsWWIIWar Eagle MillWhite Rock WMAWifiadmissionarkansas hunting licenseart galleriesbikersbluegras festivalbluegrass musicbreakfastbronc ridingbull ridingburn corncanoe tripscanoeing skillscar showcave safteychiggersclassic moviescollectingconcertscorn fueldiscount rodeo equipmentdrive-in moviedriving directionsdriving tourethanolexhibitsfall festivalfield tripsfloat tripsgame birdsgenealogygiardiaground schoolgymnasticshaunted househealth insurancehorse riding trailsice rinkinexpensive roomsBransonkids activitieslunchmake apple dumplingsmapmeeting roomsmotorcycle rallymutton bustin'ozarks cavespheasant huntingplayspoker runsprogramspubpumpkin patchreenactmentriding horse backriver conditionsromantic getawayseason ticketsseminarssoldiersspinach recipesswap meetswimming pooltent campingtrail ridetrain ridetravel Arkansastruck museum.vintage toyswineriesyellvilleA Guide for Missouri and Arkansas Vacation Travel.http://ozarktraveltips.blogspot.com/noreply@blogger.com (Mary Ann Powers)Blogger42125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8328315989238373916.post-3002758646300791072Thu, 03 Jul 2008 14:16:00 +00002008-09-29T13:14:19.506-05:00Arkansasbluegras festivalCherryholmes familyDoyle Lawson and QuicksilverOzarksRhonda VincentRV campingtent campingtravel ArkansasTurkey Track BlugrassWaldronTwice a year Bill, Linda and Dusty Lovett put on a bluegrass music festival. It’s held at the Turkey Track Bluegrass Music Park near Waldron, Arkansas. Waldron is located about fifty miles south of Fort Smith, Arkansas on Hwy. 71. It's a wonderful way to spend your Ozarks vacation.The first festival is held the second weekend in June. In the past they have had Marty Raybon, Doyle Lawson & http://ozarktraveltips.blogspot.com/2007/09/turkey-track-bluegrass-festival-waldron.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Mary Ann Powers)1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8328315989238373916.post-1614872385862076510Tue, 01 Jul 2008 15:18:00 +00002008-09-29T13:13:04.636-05:00Buffalo National Rivercanoe tripsfloat tripsriver conditionsThe Buffalo River has something to offer for everyone, no matter what your level of experience. The 150 mile stretch of river begins in the Boston Mountains and offers Class I and II rapids in the 25 mile stretch between Ponca and Arkansas Hwy 7.While it's best to float the upper portions of the river during spring and early summer the lower portion can be floated virtually year round. I'd http://ozarktraveltips.blogspot.com/2007/09/floating-buffalo-national-river.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Mary Ann Powers)1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8328315989238373916.post-471223477297407963Thu, 24 Apr 2008 18:10:00 +00002008-04-24T13:26:41.754-05:00Camping cabinsDevil's Denfourth of july paradehikeOzark Highlands National TrailLooking for a fun way to spend you're Fourth of July? Why not take a trip to Devil's Den State Park? They'll be hosting their 33rd Annual Devil's Den Games.They will celebrate by having a softball and horseshoe tournament as well as many other games and best of all, they'll top off the event with an ice cream social. Admission is free.For more information you can contact them at 479-761-3325 or http://ozarktraveltips.blogspot.com/2008/04/devils-den-state-park-4th-of-july-west.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Mary Ann Powers)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8328315989238373916.post-8436274680517068551Thu, 24 Apr 2008 17:14:00 +00002008-04-24T13:07:33.932-05:00fourth of july parademutton bustin'Rodeo of the OzarksSpringdale ArkansasThe Rodeo of the Ozarks is not just a one night event. It starts with a Dinner and Dance on June 28th and ends with a PBR bull riding event on July 5th. Attendees come from all over the country. Some of them even travel the old fashioned way. By wagon train. Every year on June 25th wagons, buggies and horseback riders meet at the Boone County Fairgrounds in Harrison Arkansas and begin the 100 http://ozarktraveltips.blogspot.com/2008/04/rodeo-of-ozarks-springdale-arkansas.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Mary Ann Powers)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8328315989238373916.post-2801365762673359409Tue, 08 Apr 2008 21:07:00 +00002008-04-08T16:12:10.420-05:00Cuba MissouriRte 66Cuba, MO On April 1, 4 miles west of Cuba, MO on Route 66, a rocking chair 42’4’’ feet tall was set in place beside the adjoining Fanning US 66 Outpost & General Store. The rocking chair is the brainchild of Outpost owner Dan Sanazaro, a guy with a “can do” attitude. Sanazaro thought that the fledgling business that he and his wife Carolyn opened in February needed something to draw travelershttp://ozarktraveltips.blogspot.com/2008/04/rte-66-giant-rockercuba-missouri.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Mary Ann Powers)2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8328315989238373916.post-8837306997218930739Tue, 18 Mar 2008 18:34:00 +00002008-03-18T13:53:34.119-05:00car showGateway Arkansasswap meetGateway is holding a car show and swap meet the last weekend of April. It's their fourth year in a row. The swap meet is held Friday and Saturday. The car show is Saturday only. They'll have an antique tractor display, a DJ, food, games, and door prizes.The event will be held rain or shine. No alcohol, loud radios or burn-outs are allowed. The event is held at the Gateway City Park on the south http://ozarktraveltips.blogspot.com/2008/03/car-show-swap-meet-gateway-arkansas.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Mary Ann Powers)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8328315989238373916.post-7417882032983816820Mon, 10 Mar 2008 15:50:00 +00002008-03-10T11:16:07.433-05:00Candy barsCuba MissouriRoute 66weatherA site on Route 66 was a natural when chocolatier Marcia Wilson looked for a storefront for her on-line candy business that had outgrown her kitchen. Back in the 70s, Wilson’s folks ran a liquor store in a building that was for sale in Cuba on Route 66 next to the post office. Besides the nostalgic desire to have the building where her parents’ had their store, Route 66 travelers would have easy http://ozarktraveltips.blogspot.com/2008/03/where-sweet-hit-streets-on-route-66.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Mary Ann Powers)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8328315989238373916.post-1422849784851471587Tue, 19 Feb 2008 19:35:00 +00002008-02-20T14:24:11.653-06:00drive-in movieFayettevilleozark travel plansLots of us remember going to the drive-in as kids. You could take a blanket and watch the movie under the stars while munching on popcorn. Children didn't have to be still or particularly quiet and when they got sleepy you could tuck them into the back seat while you watched the show. At the height of it's popularity there were about 50 in Arkansas. Now their are only three and luckily http://ozarktraveltips.blogspot.com/2008/02/112-drive-infayetteville-arkansas.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Mary Ann Powers)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8328315989238373916.post-7860927205983020960Fri, 01 Feb 2008 18:27:00 +00002008-02-01T13:07:31.613-06:00Bird watchingGreat Backyard Bird CountOzarks travelEvery year a national bird count is sponsered by the National Audobon Society. You and your family can take part no matter where you live in North America. This year it takes place from February 16-19.To participate, pick a location the time you'd like to watch for birds. Then make a list and keep track of how many birds you see of each species during that time. You can download a checklist that http://ozarktraveltips.blogspot.com/2008/02/great-backyard-bird-count.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Mary Ann Powers)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8328315989238373916.post-2831791823287604382Wed, 30 Jan 2008 19:08:00 +00002008-02-01T13:25:55.363-06:00Bass ProBig Cedar LodgeBranson Missouriromantic getawayBig Cedar Lodge is a Wilderness resort near Branson, Missouri that is owned by Bass Pro Shops. While it's a fabulous resort with golfing, a spa, a marina, horseback riding and a ton of fair weather family activities, don't overlook it for a winter get away.Their spa services are just as relaxing in the winter and the room rates are much better. Though it's not listed on their website you can http://ozarktraveltips.blogspot.com/2008/01/winter-getaway-at-big-cedar.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Mary Ann Powers)1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8328315989238373916.post-6393001189487484210Thu, 22 Nov 2007 16:27:00 +00002007-12-17T08:56:11.718-06:00Arkansasarkansas hunting licensegame birdsozark travel planspheasant huntingyellvilleOzark Mountain Bird hunts provides guided pheasant, chucker and quail hunts on their farm located just one mile from Yellville, Arkansas. Mike and David offer a variety of hunting packages.You can take your pick of hunting quail, pheasant or chucker or do a combo and choose to hunt all three. They also offer European style hunts for 5-12 people at a time. The European hunts include 15 pheasant http://ozarktraveltips.blogspot.com/2007/11/guided-pheasant-huntsyellville-arkansas.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Mary Ann Powers)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8328315989238373916.post-69717561993290378Tue, 20 Nov 2007 15:26:00 +00002007-12-15T10:26:28.936-06:00bikersBikes Blues and BBQEureka SpringsFayettevillemotorcycle rallyMotorcyclesPea Ridge National Military Parkpoker runsscenic bywayThousands of bikers tour the Ozarks each year. With it's scenic drives, varied attractions and bike friendly hotels, restaurants and events riding here is the perfect way to spend your biking vacation.When a road is marked "scenic" in the Ozarks it's a good bet that you're in for some very curvy and hilly roads. If you normally ride on flat and/or straight terrain or are new to riding, be http://ozarktraveltips.blogspot.com/2007/11/motorcyle-riding-in-ozarks.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Mary Ann Powers)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8328315989238373916.post-6831005467335911190Sun, 18 Nov 2007 21:36:00 +00002007-12-03T15:58:33.979-06:00gymnasticskids activitiesOzarks travelSpringdale ArkansasEvery Friday night Durham's Gymnastics hosts an open gym. It runs from 6:30-8:30 pm and costs $8 for the first child with a $2 discount for additional children.Kids under six must be accompanied by an adult but older children can be dropped off as long as appropriate paperwork is filled out. Your child should wear comfortable stretchy clothing that is adequate for doing gymnastics. It's not http://ozarktraveltips.blogspot.com/2007/11/open-gymspringdale-arkansas.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Mary Ann Powers)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8328315989238373916.post-243012832716108819Fri, 16 Nov 2007 21:22:00 +00002007-12-03T15:36:29.598-06:00Cuba MissourimuralsRoute 66While you're traveling through Cuba checking out the murals make sure you stop by the restored Carr Phillips 66 station on the corner of Washington and Franklin streets.Built in 1932 it's a unique piece of Route 66 history.Have a great trip!Route 66A guide to Cuba's muralsWeather in Cuba, Missourihttp://ozarktraveltips.blogspot.com/2007/12/carr-phillips-66-cuba-missouri.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Mary Ann Powers)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8328315989238373916.post-4816888101461029885Wed, 14 Nov 2007 20:41:00 +00002007-12-03T15:16:09.816-06:00Pea Ridge ArkansasPea Ridge National Military ParkThe Friendly BookstoreThe Coffee Break Bookstore is a good place to spend an hour or so after touring the nearby Pea Ridge National Military Park . It's a cozy bookstore with places to sit and read. They also have a coffee shop and snacks.They have a good selection of new and used books and they're very reasonably priced. If you've got books to get rid of they have a book exchange/store credit policy.If you've been http://ozarktraveltips.blogspot.com/2007/11/coffee-break-bookstorepea-ridge.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Mary Ann Powers)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8328315989238373916.post-3024540232410334589Mon, 12 Nov 2007 22:42:00 +00002007-12-03T14:49:27.081-06:00ozark travel planswineriesMissouri has over fifty wineries. some offer free tours, others have cottages and restaurants available as well. Take time to visit a Missouri winery while you're touring the Ozarks. You'll be glad you did.White Rose Winery-Carthage, open daily except Wednesday, bed and breakfast and restaurantLeCave Vineyards-Billings, hosts events throughout the yearWhispering Oaks Vineyard & Winery- http://ozarktraveltips.blogspot.com/2007/11/tour-missouris-wineries.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Mary Ann Powers)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8328315989238373916.post-4094178941826458380Sat, 10 Nov 2007 17:12:00 +00002007-12-15T16:15:49.179-06:00chiggershikeHow to remove a tickOzark Highlands National Trailozark travel plansPoisonous snakes of ArkansasThe Ozark Highlands National Recreation Trail is one of the most spectacular trails you'll ever hike on. The 165 mile trial stretches from Lake Fort Smith State Park all the way to the Buffalo National River.If you're a beginning hiker you can still enjoy the trail. You'll find that it's been broken into many shorter more manageable hikes. You can always contact the Ozark Highland Trails http://ozarktraveltips.blogspot.com/2007/11/hiking-ozark-highlands-natioanl-trail.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Mary Ann Powers)1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8328315989238373916.post-4091124617254315526Thu, 08 Nov 2007 21:17:00 +00002007-11-08T16:06:01.807-06:00Branson MissouriCamping cabinscurrent gas pricesdiscountsmapseason ticketsSilver Dollar CityweatherThousands of people visit Silver Dollar City daily. It's a great thing to do when you visit Branson. They have world class roller coasters, lots of shows, water rides, shops and kiddie rides. There is literally something for the whole family.To get the complete experience you need to plan on spending a couple of days here. The best way to do that is with a season pass. Currently a season pass is http://ozarktraveltips.blogspot.com/2007/11/silver-dollar-city-branson-missouri.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Mary Ann Powers)3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8328315989238373916.post-9162781888368242498Tue, 06 Nov 2007 20:47:00 +00002007-11-09T08:00:48.739-06:00Arkansas Razorbacksbed and breakfastBranson Missouricurrent gas pricesequestrian campgroundsgrottoRoute 66RV campingscenic bywayThese are some links you may find helpful when planning your Ozarks vacation.Current Gas PricesRV Park ReviewsMISSOURI LINKSBed & Breakfast Inns of MissouriAttraction and Street Map of Branson, MissouriMissouri Route 66 Points of InterestMissouri Scenic HighwaysMissouri Grottoes (Caving clubs)Equine accomadations in MissouriBranson AttractionsARKANSAS LINKSArkansas Civil War SitesArkansas http://ozarktraveltips.blogspot.com/2007/11/helpful-links-for-ozark-travel.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Mary Ann Powers)1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8328315989238373916.post-5829166997299467912Tue, 06 Nov 2007 20:26:00 +00002007-11-06T15:46:51.070-06:00ArkansasArrowheadscollectingGreek and Roman coinsHobbyScott County MuseumTurkey Track BlugrassWaldronweatherBlythe's Famous Scott County Museum in Waldron, Arkansas is a perfect addition to your Ozark travel plans. Mr. Blythe began collecting Indian artifacts at the age of nine after his grandmother explained to him that they were part of his heritage. To date he has collected and cataloged over 14,000 arrowheads. He also has numerous pieces of pottery and a selection of tools. The bulk of these are http://ozarktraveltips.blogspot.com/2007/11/scott-county-museum-waldron-arkansas.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Mary Ann Powers)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8328315989238373916.post-4381676117644620343Fri, 02 Nov 2007 20:45:00 +00002007-11-02T16:14:31.738-05:00driving directionsgenealogyJones Center for FamiliesLDS centerOzarks travelShiloh MuseumSpringdale ArkansasThe Jones Center for Families in Springdale Arkansas is home to a full service LDS genealogy center. The Family Research Center is staffed five days a week by knowledgeable volunteers. They don't do research for you but are available to suggest resources, help you get started on the computers and help you locate available resources.A number of computers are available with access to Ancestry.com. http://ozarktraveltips.blogspot.com/2007/11/research-your-family-tree-springdale.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Mary Ann Powers)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8328315989238373916.post-6406647922989094689Wed, 31 Oct 2007 23:30:00 +00002007-11-01T16:52:26.862-05:00Antique Toy Museumozark travel plansStanton Missouritruck museum.vintage toysLike the sign says, If you were ever a kid, you'll love the Toy Museum. This unique little museum is just off I-44 exit 230 in Stanton, Missouri. They're easy to find and well worth including in your Ozark travel plans.The museum has such a wide variety of vintage toys that you'll be able to find something you or your children played with. From toy trucks to baby dolls. This exhibit has a quite http://ozarktraveltips.blogspot.com/2007/10/antique-toy-museum-stanton-missouri.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Mary Ann Powers)1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8328315989238373916.post-4149223124855677437Mon, 29 Oct 2007 20:54:00 +00002007-10-30T16:53:00.581-05:00art galleriesbluegrass musicDaisy Air Gun Museumfarmers marketFrisco ParkRogers ArkansasRogers Historical MuseumRogers Little TheaterThe Friendly BookstoreYou can spend an entire day in downtown Rogers, Arkansas. It's brick paved streets and one of a kind museums, shops and eateries it's a perfect addition to your vacation plans. First you’ll want to stop by the Daisy Air Gun Museum at the corner of Walnut and 2nd Streets. There is an extensive display of air guns from around the world as well as all the Daisy models. You should allow at least http://ozarktraveltips.blogspot.com/2007/10/spend-day-downtown-rogers-arkansas.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Mary Ann Powers)1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8328315989238373916.post-1238288307462630692Fri, 26 Oct 2007 15:23:00 +00002007-10-29T16:08:26.115-05:00Camping cabinsCardial Hilldiscountsinexpensive roomsBransonOzark vacationSilver Dollar CityTall Pines CampgroundWifiRooms in Branson can be a major expense so why not try a Camping Cabin. The cabins at Tall Pines Campground will sleep four comfortably. Each is outfitted with a queen size bed and a set of bunk beds. You must bring your own bed linens and pillows.The cabins are heated and cooled and have a mini fridge and cable television. There is a front porch, picnic table, fire ring, grill and running water http://ozarktraveltips.blogspot.com/2007/10/tall-pines-camping-cabinsbranson.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Mary Ann Powers)1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8328315989238373916.post-3839674045992716559Wed, 24 Oct 2007 21:28:00 +00002007-10-24T17:08:14.024-05:00classic moviesconcertsHarrison Arkansasozark travel plansplaysThe Lyric TheaterTim ErnstThe Lyric Theater is owned and operated by the Ozarks Art Council. They've done a lot of restoration on this historic theater but more is in the works. They've installed new heat and air, updated the sound system, added restrooms and restored the 1931 wall murals. Updated seating is on the list. They host several plays, movies and concerts here each year. If Harrison is in your Ozark travel planshttp://ozarktraveltips.blogspot.com/2007/10/lyric-harrison-arkansas.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Mary Ann Powers)1