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🍂🥾 FALL WHOOPIN’ IT UP IN WINONA! 🥾🍂It’s time to head south! Join the Ozark Trail Association October 16–18, 2026, for a weekend of traditional southern section trail maintenance based out of the U.S. Forest Service facilities in Winona, Missouri.Come spend a fall weekend on the Ozark Trail, put in some good work, and enjoy the kind of weekend that only happens when a bunch of OT folks get together. 🌲Arrive Friday afternoonTrail work Saturday & SundayMeet at 8:15 a.m. SaturdayTraditional OTA Saturday evening meal providedDrinks provided during the dayBeds are available first come, first served - bring your sleeping bag!Full bathroom and kitchen facilities are availableImportant: There is no bedding, so bring your sleeping bag. Bring a lunch for Saturday and food for any other meals you’ll need. Be prepared for the weather with sturdy hiking shoes or boots and the ability to carry at least 2 liters of water.📍 Winona, Missouri - USFS facilities📅 October 16–18, 2026Beds are limited, so don’t wait to register!👉 Sign up now and join us for a weekend of whoopin’ it up on the southern Ozark Trail! ozarktrail.com/event/oct-16-18-2026-ota-fall-whoopin-it-up-in-winona/#OzarkTrail #OzarkTrailAssociation #FallWhoopinItUp #TrailWork #Volunteer #WinonaMO #MissouriOzarks
🥾🚲🐴 Not sure where your next Ozark Trail adventure should take you? Let us help!Planning an OT trip is easy with the Ozark Trail Trip Planner.Whether you’re looking for a quick day hike, a challenging bike ride, or a scenic horseback adventure, you can customize your search based on trip length, pace, route type, and activity.The planner then helps you find routes that fit what you’re looking for, with trip information to help you prepare for your time on the trail.So, where will the Ozark Trail take you next?👉 Check out the Trip Planner: ozarktrail.com/planner/#OzarkTrail #OzarkTrailAssociation #HikeMissouri #ExploreMissouri #MissouriOzarks
Remembering Matt AtnipThe Ozark Trail Association is saddened to share the news of the passing of former OTA leader Matt Atnip.Matt became involved with the OTA in its early years, in 2004, and over the years served the organization in many roles, including as a board member, treasurer, and executive director. He was a familiar face at countless OTA events, meetings, trainings, fundraisers, and trail workdays.Matt gave his time and energy to the Ozark Trail in many ways. He spent plenty of days out on the trail, but much of his work also happened behind the scenes- helping with the many things it takes to keep an organization and a trail moving forward. His family was also deeply involved in the OTA and became an important part of its community.Matt was passionate about the Ozark Trail, and he remained loyal to the trail and the organization for many years. His involvement helped shape the OTA during an important period in its history, and there is no doubt that he left his mark on both the organization and the trail he cared so much about.Our thoughts are with Matt's family and friends during this difficult time. We are grateful for the many years he gave to the Ozark Trail Association and the memories he made along the way.A Celebration of Life will be held at CZ Boyer & Son Funeral Home in Bonne Terre on Sunday, September 27. Visitation will be held from 11am to 2pm.www.czboyer.com/obituaries/matthew-atnip
