June 7th - National Trails Day

The Ozark Trail Association celebrated National Trails Day by honoring volunteers who have made a difference in the construction and maintenance of the Ozark Trail.  The group then went on a short hike to Mina Sauk Falls, and most everyone stayed for a maintenance outing on the six-mile trail from Taum Sauk to Highway 21.

Thanks to everyone who participated! 

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The award ceremony atop Taum Sauk with the beautiful St. Francis Mountains in the background.	The hike down to Mina Sauk Falls passes through the old volcanic rock on Taum Sauk.
A collared lizard sheds its skin!	Another shot from the 3-mile hike.
We had a few new faces at this event-- Eric, Tom and Antwoin.  We hope to see you again!	Paul Nazarenko received the First Annual Sock Award for his dedication to the Ozark Trail!
	Paul Nazrenko presents John Roth with the American Hiking Society's Volunteer of the Year Award - Missouri.  Volunteers in each state were recognized for their construction and maintenance work on trails.