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Fall on the Lake
The morning starts with that unmistakable chill in the air—the kind that wakes you up and makes every breath feel fresh and clean.
Editor - Lost on the Lake
3 days ago


The Great Pumpkin Guide:
As the crisp air rolls in and leaves start to crunch underfoot, there’s no better way to celebrate autumn than with pumpkins. Whether you’re decorating your porch, whipping up seasonal recipes, or planning your next Halloween masterpiece, the pumpkin is your go-to gourd.


Leaf Peeping
When autumn settles into the Ozarks, the hills around Table Rock Lake glow with fiery reds, golden yellows, and deep rust tones. For locals, it’s a reminder of why fall is the region’s most magical season. For visitors, it’s the perfect excuse to slow down, roll the windows down, and take a drive through nature’s best show.


Caring for Nature
In the hills, hollows, and lake country of the Ozarks, backyards become vital pit stops. Hummingbirds, in particular, steal the show.


MLF Presents: 2026 Redcrest
For the first time in event history, the championship will take place amid the pristine beauty of the Bass Pro Shops National Headquarters — a fitting testament to the brand’s roots and reverence for angling tradition.


Wing Over the Ozarks
For a few short weeks each fall, SW Missouri becomes a seasonal refuge and a rest stop, part of a story that links the hills and waters of Missouri with the farthest reaches of the Americas.


Fall On Table Rock Lake
What happens on the lake when the weather starts to turn? When summer finally releases its hold on the Ozarks, Table Rock Lake slips into a season all its own.


Shelled Sunbathers
Water Turtles Table Rock Lake is home to several freshwater turtles that thrive in its sheltered coves, rocky outcrops, and calm...


Understanding Straight-Line Winds
Tornado or Straight line winds?


Hidden Treasure of the Ozarks:The Box Turtle
In the rolling hills, lush forests, and open fields of Southwest Missouri, a humble reptile quietly thrives, embodying the unique...


Sonny’s Magical day on Table Rock Lake
It was the first day of summer, and Sonny could hardly sit still. His family had just arrived at Table Rock Lake, a sparkling blue gem...


The Pileated Woodpecker: A Bold Spirit of the Ozarks
In the heart of the Ozarks rugged hills and deep woodlands, a flash of crimson and the echo of powerful drumming often signals the...


Attracting Butterflies to your Garden
Creating a butterfly-friendly backyard is a delightful way to invite beauty and biodiversity right to your doorstep. These delicate...
Brittney Smith
May 26


Snakes of Southwest Missouri
What kind of snake is this?
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