Meet Tom Hargrove, a Missouri Legend with a Fly Rod
From backyard casting lessons to running one of the state’s best-loved fly shops, Tom Hargrove has followed his own current.
Climb, Splash, Repeat: A Guide to Deep-Water Soloing in the Midwest
Beat the Midwest heat with deep-water soloing: an adrenaline-fueled blend of climbing, swimming, and summer joy.
This Is the Gear That St. Louis River Guides Love
If anyone knows about functional aquatic gear, it’s the river guides at Big Muddy Adventures. Here are the items that float their boat.
These Pocket-Sized Parks Are Reviving St. Louis Blocks
From disc golf to native gardens, a St. Louis nonprofit proves that when it comes to parks, size doesn't matter.
How I Became a Part-Time Dirtbag and Built My Dream Truck Camper
Inspired by a podcast, a suburban dad attempts to rediscover his inner dirtbag, one DIY truck camper at a time.
This New Book Digs Into the Weird Side of National Parks
Think you know our national parks? Think again. These stories blur the line between history, myth, and madness.
Where to Cool Off: Top Swimming Holes in Missouri and Southern Illinois
From hidden gems to high-energy hotspots, here are the area’s best natural places to swim, float, and chill this season.
Float Camping in Missouri Is an Art. Here’s How to Master It.
Float camping on Missouri’s Upper Current River is part glamping, part river odyssey, and totally worth the gear haul.
They Were Magnificent Humans: An Oral History of the First MR340
Two decades ago, a dreamer named Scott Mansker had a simple idea: to organize a boat race across nearly the entire state of Missouri. Pulling it off would take perseverance, teamwork, and a dude named Soda Popp.
Don’t Be That Boater: How to Keep Invasive Species Out of Our Waters
Invasive species threaten waterways, wildlife, and outdoor recreation. Learn how to recognize and prevent the spread of these sneaky hitchhikers.