Chain of Rocks Park Is Open Again, and It’s Spectacular
After a year of renovations and a few million dollars, Chain of Rocks Park is open again and it's glorious.
This Ozark Town Is a Sneaky Good Spot for Outdoor Rec
West Plains, Missouri, is at the heart of beauty and history in the Ozarks. Consider this your guide to taking it all in -- from bicycle routes to waterfalls and streams.
Inside Alton’s Attempt to Make Its Riverfront a National Park
A group called AltonWorks is trying to turn the Mississippi riverfront of Alton, Illinois, into a national park -- a designation that would transform the city of Alton and infuse millions of annual tourism dollars into the area.
This Park Is a Hidden Gem for Mid-Missouri Climbers
Capen Park in Columbia is one of the best-kept secrets when it comes to hiking and climbing in Missouri.
The 10 Best Hiking Trails Near St. Louis
From Lewis & Clark Trail to Zombie Trail, these are the best spots for hiking in the St. Louis region.
Adventurous Way to View the April 2024 Eclipse
I have a complicated relationship with astronomical events. Like many [...]
HeartLands Conservancy Cares for the Lands and Waters of Southern Illinois
Greenspace, specifically the loss of it, is something very relevant [...]
The Movement to Right Food Justice in St. Louis
Access to fresh, nutritious food is essential for maintaining good [...]
Forest Bathing Offers Calming Immersion in Nature
When people first hear about forest bathing, they might assume [...]
Four Places to Find Native Prickly Pear Cacti in Missouri
When most people think of where a cactus grows, they think of the desert, which is the opposite of Missouri’s humid climate. However, there is a cactus that is native to Missouri: the Prickly Pear Cactus.