Join the OTA as we head down to the South East Section of the Ozark Trail as we take a hard look at the Victory Section.  This section has had the unfortunate luck to be hit by tornados at least three times that I know of.   

The plan for the day will be to break into small crews and to survey as much of the trail as possible and do what work we can.  We will use the data gather by the crews to put together a work list so we can schedule more detailed work parties at follow up outings.

Volunteers should dress for the weather, wear sturdy boots, bring work gloves, and bring a lunch and plenty of water.  And keeping with the OTA tradition we will have a BBQ (burgers most likely) to end the day’s event and people are welcome to bring a side dish and BYOB.

 The OTA will bring a supply of trail tools and trail markers (with hopefully nails)

 Friday, February 24

• Primitive Camping available at any of the Victory trail heads.

 Saturday, February 25

• Meet at the Wrangler Trail head at 8:30 AM.
• Have our welcome, safety briefing, and pass out trail assignments by 9:00 AM.
• Be on the trail by 9:30 AM Lunch on the trail
• Meet back at the trailhead around 3:00 PM
• Turn in trail reports
• Have a BBQ

Due to the moving of the Russell Mountain trailhead to a new spot just a short distance from where it was located, a short re-route is needed to meet up with the OT. 

This is a very nice area with the new spur moving between woods and glades.  There are some nice views to take in and the trail will pass by a memorial erected in honor of Jakk Longacre who was the founder of the Highpointer's Club.

Be sure to pack water, a snack and lunch.  The OTA will host a BBQ after the event. 

There will be camping available at the Taum Sauk Mountain campground group area Friday and Saturday night.

Same thing as we did on February 25.  We will be scouting, sawing, lopping, signing and more on this section.

More information to come.

Each month the OTA Staff gets together to plan out the things we do. These meetings are open to the public.

Powder Valley Conservation Nature Center
Kirkwood, Missouri 63122

Please note it is not necessary to sign up for these meetings

Eight years and still going strong!!!!  Mark your calendars for the one of the best times down south as we "Whoop It Up In Winona" based out of the Winona Forest Service facilites.  We'll do two days of maintenance(Sat., 3.17 and Sun., 3/18) on different sections of the OT from the Current River section all the way over to the Eleven Point section.  Plan to come for one day or two as we tackle the trail involving some "orphan" sections and also help our adopters with needs they see that needs to be done along with projects Scotty may have for us.

There are two bunk houses available with bathrooms and kitchens.  You can also camp under the pines in the yard.  Even if you come for one day or both, you'll have the BEST time...just ask those who make it a point to come back every year!!!

More information will be posted closer to the event.

The hills along the Current River is the heart of one of the largest forested areas in the midwest.  We will be working on a beautiful section of hand-line trail that will eventually connect to Round Spring.  This area is known to contain some of the most picturesque scenery in all of the Ozarks.  Those who have been here in the past can attest that the facilities we'll be using can spoil even the most elegant of trail builders!    

 We'll have more details soon, sign up or stay tuned. 

This event will be a little different than other trail construction outings.  It is a very primitive site that will involve an overnight backpacking trip that consists of a relatively short hike to the site (possibly up to 2 miles).  We will be camping overnight near the worksite with very little creature comforts. 

This will be a small group (10 people) that will adhere to Leave No Trace Standards.  Camping will be primitive (i.e. no showers or toilet).  It may be strenuous, but will surely be fun.  This is an extrordinary opportunity for an unforgettable weekend of trail building.  

Details are being planned and will be posted soon.  Contact the crew leader at the link provided on the right for more information.       

Not sure what we want to do this weekend...hike, build some trail, do some maintenance.  Whatever it is, it will be FUN!!!!

Watch for more details.

Yes!  This is ALWAYS the one event of the spring that we just can't wait to have happen!!!!  We are SOOOOOO excited because the Alpine Shop sponsors this AMAZING day of fun, along with trail construction and more fun, along with an AWESOME raffle, silent auction and we bet......a FREE pair of SMARTWOOL socks!!!!!  We'll also be headquartering out of Bass's Resort which means FREE camping!!!

This event always fills up fast so make your plans NOW and sign up today!  Saturday, April 28 will be here before you know it!!

More details will be posted.  

We will head back to the Berryman to make sure the re-routes are in order and ready for users.  Work will involve touch-ups, signage, lopping and maybe some sawing. We might just have to hike some while we're there!!

More details to be posted.

Join Kathie as she celebrates Mother's Day her way by being out on the trail.  Plans are being made as to when and where we will be meeting up for the day to do maintenance involving, sawing, lopping, signing and some TLC on a section of the Ozark Trail.

More details will be posted closer to the event.