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The Best Outdoor Activities in Joplin, Missouri

Explore the best outdoor activities in Joplin, Missouri, from mountain biking and paddling to waterfalls, hiking trails, great food, and Route 66 charm.

Three Ozark Rivers, One Unforgettable Bikerafting Adventure

Follow a four-day bikerafting adventure linking Missouri's Current, Jacks Fork, and Eleven Point rivers through the heart of the Ozark backcountry.

Meet the Blind Kayaker Tackling Missouri’s Toughest River Race — Again

Isaac McBurney is back for his fourth MR340, the grueling 340-mile river race across Missouri — and he’s on a mission to prove limits are an illusion.

By |2026-07-27T15:56:38-05:00July 27th, 2026|Culture, Features, Mind + Body, Nature, Paddling|0 Comments

32 Days, One Paddle, No Help: How a Ballwin Man Broke the Missouri River Record

Grieving losses and starting with a new kayak, Pete Larson paddled 2,341 miles solo down the Missouri River — and broke a 46-year-old record.

By |2026-07-09T12:53:59-05:00July 9th, 2026|Culture, Mind + Body, Nature, Paddling|0 Comments

Chasing Waterfalls: A Guide to Missouri’s Best-Kept Cascades

From the state's tallest cascade to shut-ins you can wade through, here's where to find Missouri's most rewarding waterfalls.

By |2026-07-07T16:35:12-05:00July 7th, 2026|Culture, Destinations, Hiking + Camping, Mind + Body, Nature|0 Comments

Meet the River Angels Helping Paddlers Survive America’s Big Rivers

Along the Mississippi and Missouri rivers, an informal network of volunteers shows up with rides, showers, and home-cooked meals for weary paddlers.

By |2026-07-07T16:07:07-05:00July 7th, 2026|Culture, Hiking + Camping, Mind + Body, Nature, Paddling|0 Comments

10 Gadgets and Gear Pieces That Won’t Quit When Wet

From bucket hats to Bluetooth speakers, these 10 waterproof essentials are built to handle lakes, rivers, and everything in between this summer.

By |2026-07-06T16:59:25-05:00July 2nd, 2026|Culture, Gear, Hiking + Camping, Mind + Body, Nature, Paddling|0 Comments

It’s Called Fat Stoner Babes Hiking Club. It’s Not What You Expect.

Don’t let the name fool you. Fat Stoner Babes Hiking Club is helping St. Louisans of all sizes and smoking habits find connection and joy on the trail.

By |2026-06-29T16:29:16-05:00June 29th, 2026|Culture, Hiking + Camping, Mind + Body, Nature|2 Comments
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