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.
Homie Hospitality Brings Farm-to-Table Dining to De Soto, Missouri
Homie Hospitality offers an immersive farm-to-table experience in De Soto, Missouri, where guests enjoy seasonal dishes, communal dining, and the sights and smells of live-fire cooking.
Six Fun Things to Do in Missouri’s Pulaski County
From Mother Nature to the Mother Road, Missouri’s Pulaski County offers plenty to experience and explore. Put these activities on your to-do list.
St. Louis Queer Adventurers’ Kelsey Brough on Nature, Community, and Kayaking
As the founder of St. Louis Queer Adventurers, Kelsey Brough is using her love of nature to bring together like-minded outdoor enthusiasts.
How One Woman Turned Kansas City Streets Into Hiking Trails
A Kansas City program invites residents to explore hidden green spaces, historic neighborhoods, and local wildlife through guided urban hikes.
Can the Osprey Ariel Plus 70 Handle Serious Miles? We Found Out.
From slogs through swamps to desert climbs, we put the Osprey Ariel Plus 70 to the test. Did it live up to the hype? Let’s find out.
Your Guide to Howler Bike Park in SW Missouri
Feel the rush at Howler Bike Park, where mountain bikers of all levels can tackle thrilling trails, monster jumps, and high-speed descents.