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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Need to Borrow Camping Equipment? This STL Group Has You Covered.
Why buy when you can borrow? One St. Louis organization is lending gear — and impacting lives.
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.
This Is Your Cheat Sheet to Horseshoe Lake State Park
The second-largest natural lake in Illinois sits just minutes from downtown St. Louis.