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BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Ozark Trail Association - ECPv6.11.2.1//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:Ozark Trail Association X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://staging.ozarktrail.com X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Ozark Trail Association REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:UTC BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0000 TZOFFSETTO:+0000 TZNAME:UTC DTSTART:20200101T000000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20210529T083000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20210529T170000 DTSTAMP:20250513T054609 CREATED:20210306T020756Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210306T020756Z UID:44707-1622277000-1622307600@staging.ozarktrail.com SUMMARY:Maintenance Day on the OT -TBD DESCRIPTION:We have so much to do we’re not sure where we are going but we’re going to be out there with camping\, trail work and fun and more fun and food and more fun! \nMore information will be posted closer to the event but in the meantime check out all the other events happening! URL:https://staging.ozarktrail.com/event/maintenance-day-on-the-ot-tbd/ LOCATION:Ozark Trail Association\, 406 W High Street\, Potosi\, MO\, 63664\, United States CATEGORIES:Trail Maintenance ORGANIZER;CN="Terry Hawn":MAILTO:thawn@prodigy.net END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20210508T083000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20210508T170000 DTSTAMP:20250513T054610 CREATED:20210306T013920Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210306T013920Z UID:44703-1620462600-1620493200@staging.ozarktrail.com SUMMARY:Wappapello...Here We Come! DESCRIPTION:Let’s head down to a great section as we work along the MTNF getting some improvements started and maybe completed. We will be looking at gathering at one of the Trail Heads for all the fun\, friendship\, food\, camping and trail work you would want for a grand weekend! As details come fruition\, we expect that OTA Volunteers can arrive on Friday for a night of camping or gather Saturday morning at 8:30 am at the designated spot TBD. \nWhen signing up please let us know if you are camping\, also if staying for dinner on Saturday evening so that we can prepare accordingly.  We also will consider a 1/2 day construction on Sunday with a breakfast at the campground before hand.  We will have the usual set up with a camp stove with coffee and hot water available.  Let’s make it a grand weekend! \nWhere:  Wappapello section of the Ozark Trail with final meet-up TBD. \nWhat to Bring:   You will need to dress for the weather and trail work.  Boots and layers of clothing work best.  You will also need to wear sturdy boots\, have a backpack\, rain gear\, plan for your lunches/snacks and have plenty of water.   Bring your own camping gear and personal items.  You will also need to bring a couple of gallons of water.   Also a camp chair for sitting around the campfire as you enjoy dinner Saturday night. \nPROVIDED:  PPE(hard hats\, work gloves\, safety glasses)\, tools and fun filled day of building new trail! \nIf you have any questions\, contact Terry Hawn at thawn@prodigy.net   See you soon! URL:https://staging.ozarktrail.com/event/wappapello-here-we-come/ LOCATION:Ozark Trail\, MO\, United States CATEGORIES:Trail Maintenance ORGANIZER;CN="Terry Hawn":MAILTO:thawn@prodigy.net END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20210410T083000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20210410T170000 DTSTAMP:20250513T054610 CREATED:20210306T010145Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210306T010145Z UID:44694-1618043400-1618074000@staging.ozarktrail.com SUMMARY:Blind Date on the OT... DESCRIPTION:It’s gonna be a great day to meet up with other OTA Volunteers….but it’s not a date only the date of April 10! \nWhere:  We’ll be based out of the the OTA house in Potosi meeting up at 8:30 am.  TBD is where we will work. \nBring: Please remember to dress for the work and prepare for the weather by wearing long pants and hiking/work boots are required\, as we are working on rough ground and using tools.  Bring a backpack to carry your lunch\, water\, raingear\, sunscreen and bug deterrent.  Bring plenty of water (2 litres per person recommended) and remember to bring supplies for your fur buddies.  Also extra food and water for meals not covered by the OTA.  Don’t forget your camp chair for around the campfire at night. \nProvided: PPE\, hard hats\, gloves\, safety glasses and trail equipment to use on the trail.  Wearing a hard hat is required on the MTNF while volunteering on the OT.  Dinner will be provided on Saturday evening at the end of the work day. If you’d like to contribute a side or desert that would be awesome. \nIf you have any questions\, please contact Terry Hawn at thawn@prodigy.net URL:https://staging.ozarktrail.com/event/blind-date-on-the-ot/ LOCATION:Ozark Trail Association\, 406 W High Street\, Potosi\, MO\, 63664\, United States CATEGORIES:Trail Maintenance ORGANIZER;CN="Terry Hawn":MAILTO:thawn@prodigy.net END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20210403T083000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20210403T170000 DTSTAMP:20250513T054610 CREATED:20210306T004923Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210306T004923Z UID:44692-1617438600-1617469200@staging.ozarktrail.com SUMMARY:Soothe the Karkaghne Beast – Sutton Bluff DESCRIPTION:Oh yes Spring will be in full color…we hope as we head to “Soothe the Karkaghne Beast”! \nWhere:  We’ll be based out of the MTNF Sutton Bluff campground with camping if you would like to arrive on Friday staying through Sunday. \nBring: Please remember to dress for the work and prepare for the weather by wearing long pants and hiking/work boots are required\, as we are working on rough ground and using tools.  Bring a backpack to carry your lunch\, water\, raingear\, sunscreen and bug deterrent.  Bring plenty of water (2 litres per person recommended) and remember to bring supplies for your fur buddies.  Your camping equipment and extra food and water for meals not covered by the OTA.  Don’t forget your camp chair for around the campfire at night.  Also we are not sure if the water will be on so plan for bringing extra water. \nProvided: PPE\, hard hats\, gloves\, safety glasses and trail equipment to use on the trail.  Wearing a hard hat is required on the MTNF while volunteering on the OT.  Dinner will be provided on Saturday evening at the end of the work day. If you’d like to contribute a side or desert that would be awesome. \nIf you have any questions\, please contact Terry Hawn at thawn@prodigy.net URL:https://staging.ozarktrail.com/event/soothe-the-karkaghne-beast-sutton-bluff-2/ LOCATION:Sutton Bluff Campground\, 7378 County Rd 849\, Centerville\, MO\, 63633 CATEGORIES:Trail Maintenance ORGANIZER;CN="Terry Hawn":MAILTO:thawn@prodigy.net END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20210313T083000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20210313T163000 DTSTAMP:20250513T054610 CREATED:20201215T200303Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210305T225126Z UID:41302-1615624200-1615653000@staging.ozarktrail.com SUMMARY:On the Ozark Trail - Middle Fork section DESCRIPTION:Let’s get this party started as we “March into Spring” with a maintenance event on the Middle Fork section.  It has been a while and everyone is looking to getting out in the Forest and working on the OT. \nWHERE:   We will be gathering Saturday morning at the Ozark Trail DD Trailhead off of Hwy 32/DD at 8:30 am.  From there we will head to the work site up the road. \nWHAT TO BRING:  Please remember to dress for the work with long pants and hiking/work boots are required\, as we are working on rough ground and using trail tools.  Bring a backpack to carry your lunch\, snacks\, water and other supplies. Have raingear\, sunscreen\, and bug deterrent.  Bring plenty of water (2 litres per person recommended) and remember to bring supplies for your fur buddies. \nPROVIDED:  PPE; a hard hat is required\, gloves and safety glasses will be provided. \nWORK TO BE DONE:  The work involves tread restoration and a small reroute due to the creek bank eroding away.  This will be a multi task day involving lopping and leaf blowing as well. \nIf you have any questions\, please contact me\, kathie.brennan@staging.ozarktrail.com \n  \n  URL:https://staging.ozarktrail.com/event/on-the-ozark-trail-out-there/ LOCATION:Ozark Trail\, MO\, United States CATEGORIES:Trail Maintenance ORGANIZER;CN="Terry Hawn":MAILTO:thawn@prodigy.net END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20210219T170000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20210221T170000 DTSTAMP:20250513T054610 CREATED:20201215T195411Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210221T003854Z UID:41297-1613754000-1613926800@staging.ozarktrail.com SUMMARY:CANCELLED - Ladies\, its' Your Day! DESCRIPTION:A day for us ladies!  We’ll be looking at a weekend of camping and doing maintenance on the Ozark Trail down on the Upper Current section of the Ozark Trail.   More details will be posted as they are made. URL:https://staging.ozarktrail.com/event/ladies-its-your-day/ LOCATION:Current River State Park\, Hwy 19\, Salem\, MO CATEGORIES:Trail Maintenance ORGANIZER;CN="Kathie Brennan":MAILTO:kathie.brennan@ozarktrail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20210213T083000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20210213T163000 DTSTAMP:20250513T054610 CREATED:20201215T194931Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210210T185818Z UID:41295-1613205000-1613233800@staging.ozarktrail.com SUMMARY:CANCELLED - Heartfelt Day on the OT DESCRIPTION:Ole’ Man Winter is bringing it on so stay warm this weekend! \nBring along your sweetheart for a day of giving some love back to a trail we all love!  Also think about making it a weekend of celebrating the love of your life while giving some loving to the OT on Saturday and camping out. \nMore details will be posted closer to the event. URL:https://staging.ozarktrail.com/event/heartfelt-day-on-the-ot/ LOCATION:Ozark Trail\, MO\, United States CATEGORIES:Trail Maintenance ORGANIZER;CN="Terry Hawn":MAILTO:thawn@prodigy.net END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20210207T083000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20210207T163000 DTSTAMP:20250513T054610 CREATED:20201215T194249Z LAST-MODIFIED:20201215T194249Z UID:41292-1612686600-1612715400@staging.ozarktrail.com SUMMARY:Super Bowl Sunday-Out there... DESCRIPTION:Super Bowl Sunday means a Super Day on the Ozark Trail giving everyone enough time to get home and watch the best commercials to be seen this year!  More details will be provided closer to the event. URL:https://staging.ozarktrail.com/event/super-bowl-sunday-out-there/ LOCATION:Ozark Trail\, MO\, United States CATEGORIES:Trail Maintenance ORGANIZER;CN="Kathie Brennan":MAILTO:kathie.brennan@ozarktrail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20210130T083000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20210130T163000 DTSTAMP:20250513T054610 CREATED:20201215T193455Z LAST-MODIFIED:20201215T193455Z UID:41288-1611995400-1612024200@staging.ozarktrail.com SUMMARY:Ground Hog Day...over and over DESCRIPTION:Let’s get back on the OT to do some more of the same….leaf blowing\, lopping\, sawing and putting up more trail assurance markers!  Where will we go?  Stay tuned for more details closer to the event. URL:https://staging.ozarktrail.com/event/ground-hog-day-over-and-over/ LOCATION:Ozark Trail Association\, 406 W High Street\, Potosi\, MO\, 63664\, United States CATEGORIES:Trail Maintenance ORGANIZER;CN="Terry Hawn":MAILTO:thawn@prodigy.net END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20201212T083000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20201212T170000 DTSTAMP:20250513T054610 CREATED:20200815T035835Z LAST-MODIFIED:20201118T193212Z UID:35908-1607761800-1607792400@staging.ozarktrail.com SUMMARY:Somewhere out there...heading to Udahl DESCRIPTION:Join us as we return to Udahl to continue with the monumental journey of connecting the Ozark Trail and the Ozark Highland Trail at the Missouri and Arkansas border.  Details are being worked out but there will be camping\, trail construction\, campfire and talk of the future of these two trails.  Plan on arriving Friday for a full day of construction on Saturday.  Sunday will be an optional visit to the future trail construction sites. \nDETAILS:  Several of us will be down Thursday afternoon so that we are ready to do trail corridor preparation on Friday and then building on Saturday.   We do have plans to have a traditional Saturday group dinner. Volunteers need to plan on providing your own lunch on Saturday and other meals during your stay as we will observe as much social distancing and safety as we can. \nThe OTA will supply all trail work tools\, work PPE.  We will also provide masks\, hand sanitizer and touchless thermometer to do basic Covid screening on Friday and Saturday as you check-in. \nWatch for the Green OTA arrow sign as you come into the Udall Campground. We will likely be the only group there but we will guide you in. Address of the campground is Udall Campground\, State Hwy O\, Udall\, MO 65766 \nWhen you sign up for the event\, please let us know when you plan to arrive as well any other volunteers attending.  This makes it easier to plan for tools and food. \nNOTE:  If you have been to the doctor or been around someone who has been to the doctor in the last 2 weeks\, or around anyone who has been symptomatic or you have any symptoms\, please do not come to the event. We will have many other opportunities for you to join us for an event so in the meantime be safe.. \n  \n  URL:https://staging.ozarktrail.com/event/somewhere-out-there-maintenance-event/ LOCATION:MO CATEGORIES:Construction,Trail Maintenance ORGANIZER;CN="Terry Hawn":MAILTO:thawn@prodigy.net END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20201128T083000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20201128T170000 DTSTAMP:20250513T054610 CREATED:20200815T035543Z LAST-MODIFIED:20201125T175926Z UID:35906-1606552200-1606582800@staging.ozarktrail.com SUMMARY:The 3 "F's" Maintenance Event DESCRIPTION:Tired of football\, food and family?  Time to hit the OT and enjoy the Forest by doing some maintenance to stretch those legs and work off a bit of the Thanksgiving leftovers. \nHere’s the plan – We will be following Covid procedures so the drill is…if you have a cough\, been exposed to someone recently with Covid\, or have been to the Doctor in the past week\, PLEASE do not attend.  There will be other opportunities. \nWhere- We will meet Saturday morning at the OTA office on Hwy 8 at by 8:30 am.  This allows volunteers to sign in\, gather their gear and receive instructions.  Volunteers need to be aware that there will be no car pooling and the work site is about 20 minutes to the west of Potosi. \nVolunteers need to bring a backpack to carry water\, snacks and your lunch\, something to sit on\, wear sturdy boots\, glove(we have some if you need)\, layer clothing for the weather and be ready to have a great day in the Forest!  The OTA will have hard hats\, safety glasses\, gloves and all the tools requred. \nIf you have questions\, contact Terry Hawn at thawn@prodigy.net URL:https://staging.ozarktrail.com/event/the-3-fs-maintenance-event-2/ LOCATION:Ozark Trail Assoc. Office\, 406 West High Street\, Potosi\, Missouri\, 63664 CATEGORIES:Trail Maintenance ORGANIZER;CN="Kathie Brennan":MAILTO:kathie.brennan@ozarktrail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20201105T080000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20201106T170000 DTSTAMP:20250513T054610 CREATED:20200815T033911Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200815T033911Z UID:35899-1604563200-1604682000@staging.ozarktrail.com SUMMARY:Prep for OT100m Endurance Run DESCRIPTION:This is always the best time on putting some loving on the OT in preparation of the annual OT100m Endurance Run that covers the OT from Hwy 72 all the way up to Bass’ River Resort.  Based out of the OTA office in Potosi\, we will work through the miles making sure that the trail is in the best shape it can be for these world class elite trail runners from all over the nation.   Work will include leaf blowing\, sawing and lopping. \nThis is always a great time to showcase the work our OTA Volunteers do time after time.  We will be following COVID-19 procedures and volunteers may need to utilize their own vehicles to get to the work areas. \nThere will be camping available along with a kitchen for meals.  Please comment what days you will be able to volunteer. URL:https://staging.ozarktrail.com/event/prep-for-ot100m-endurance-run/ LOCATION:Ozark Trail Assoc. Office\, 406 West High Street\, Potosi\, Missouri\, 63664 CATEGORIES:Special Event,Trail Maintenance END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20201031T083000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20201031T170000 DTSTAMP:20250513T054610 CREATED:20200815T032918Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200815T032918Z UID:35895-1604133000-1604163600@staging.ozarktrail.com SUMMARY:Returning to the Upper Current Maintenance DESCRIPTION:We are heading down to the ONSR for some time on the newest section of the OT system\, the Upper Current section.  Details are being finalized for out base camp but we will be enjoying the fall colors of the area.  Plans are to arrive on Friday and work a full day on Saturday and half a day on Sunday weather permitting. \nWatch for more details. URL:https://staging.ozarktrail.com/event/returning-to-the-upper-current-maintenance/ LOCATION:Ozark National Scenic RIverways CATEGORIES:Trail Maintenance ORGANIZER;CN="Terry Hawn":MAILTO:thawn@prodigy.net END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20201016T083000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20201022T170000 DTSTAMP:20250513T054610 CREATED:20200815T030723Z LAST-MODIFIED:20201007T184608Z UID:35888-1602837000-1603386000@staging.ozarktrail.com SUMMARY:Whoopin' it Up in Winona Plus Some! DESCRIPTION: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 facilities.  We’re planning on an extended Work Week from Saturday\, Oct. 17 through Saturday\, Oct. 24 to get more bang for the work needed to be done 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 multiple days as we tackle the trail involving some “TLC” sections and also help our adopters with needs they see that needs to be done. \nNOTE:  Due to Covid\, there is only camping at this time in the yard under the pines.  We will have access to a bathroom and kitchen.  You can also camp under the pines in the yard.  Even if you come for one day or more\, you’ll have the BEST time…just ask those who make it a point to come back every year!!! \nDinner will be provided Saturday night\, you will need to cover your breakfast and lunch on Saturday.  Sunday morning we’ll have a communal breakfast.  The rest of the week will be discussed based on the number of volunteers for the week.  Covid procedures will be in place so be sure to bring the necessary items\, mask\, hand sanitizer\, your favorite pair of gloves.  We will provide hard hats that will be sanitized. \nOther items to make your stay comfortable are camp chair\, extra clothing for changes in the weather including rain gear.  Sturdy hiking boots\, long pants\, a backpack to carry your water and food on the trail and bug spray. \nA more detailed informational email will be sent out before the event.  If you have any questions\, email or contact Kathie at kathie.brennan@staging.ozarktrail.com or 573-382-8270. \nDirections: Winona is just off of Hwy 60. URL:https://staging.ozarktrail.com/event/whoopin-it-up-in-winona-plus-some/ LOCATION:Winona USFS Facility\, Winona\, MO CATEGORIES:Trail Maintenance ORGANIZER;CN="Kathie Brennan":MAILTO:kathie.brennan@ozarktrail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20200924T083000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20200925T170000 DTSTAMP:20250513T054610 CREATED:20200815T024427Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200815T024427Z UID:35882-1600936200-1601053200@staging.ozarktrail.com SUMMARY:MTB Race Prep on the OT DESCRIPTION:Time to put the shine on the OT as we prep for the One-Eyed Dog MTB race to be held Saturday\, September 26.  We will be based out of Council Bluff Lake Campground beginning Thursday\, September 24 at we meet at 8:30 am to spread out over the OT.  Work will include brushing\, sawing\, lopping and making sure the course is the best it can humanly possibly be for the MTB’ers who are helping raise funds for the OTA and the NOAH Foundation. \nA group campsite will be available for volunteers that will enable social distancing.  Volunteers will need to utilize their vehicles to the work sites and COVID-19 procedures will be implemented.  Meals will be the responsibility of the volunteers due to COVID-19 procedures.  The CBL has a shower house that will be available to use. \n  URL:https://staging.ozarktrail.com/event/mtb-race-prep-on-the-ot/ LOCATION:Council Bluff Lake Campground CATEGORIES:Trail Maintenance ORGANIZER;CN="Kathie Brennan":MAILTO:kathie.brennan@ozarktrail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20200905T083000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20200907T170000 DTSTAMP:20250513T054610 CREATED:20200815T022517Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200815T022517Z UID:35876-1599294600-1599498000@staging.ozarktrail.com SUMMARY:Labor on the OT DESCRIPTION:We will be meeting up for a few days on the OT as we hit areas that need some TLC from the summer vegetation growth as well as removing tree that are impacting users.  We will base out of Potosi meeting each morning at 8:30 am at the OTA Office on Hwy 8.  Volunteers can camp in the yard or utilize the Berryman campground. \nYou will need to bring a backpack\, water\, food\, wear long pants\, sturdy boots and have COVID-19 items on hand\, mask and hand sanitizer in your backpack.  Volunteers will be utilizing their own vehicles to practice social distancing.  For those attending multiple days\, you will be responsible for your meals.  the OTA Office has a kitchen and restroom facilities. \nPlease provide in your comments when signing up what days you are planning on attending and if you will be camping.  For more information\, contact Kathie at kathie.brennan@ozarktrailcom URL:https://staging.ozarktrail.com/event/labor-on-the-ot/ LOCATION:Ozark Trail Assoc. Office\, 406 West High Street\, Potosi\, Missouri\, 63664 CATEGORIES:Trail Maintenance ORGANIZER;CN="Kathie Brennan":MAILTO:kathie.brennan@ozarktrail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20200606T083000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20200606T170000 DTSTAMP:20250513T054610 CREATED:20200210T225024Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200515T220202Z UID:26881-1591432200-1591462800@staging.ozarktrail.com SUMMARY:Celebrating National Trails Day Virtually DESCRIPTION:UPDATE: National Trails Day 2020 Goes Virtual! Due to the Coronavirus pandemic\, events won’t be held in person this year. \nSEND US YOUR TRAIL PICS FOR A CHANCE TO WIN AN OZARK TRAIL IMAGES BOOK! \nThis is your chance to win a copy of the beautiful book by Don Massey featuring images of MO’s longest hiking trail. Get outdoors for National Trails Day! Post a picture of yourself next to an Ozark Trail marker on the OTA’s Facebook page for a chance to win. (Make sure you have the date on your picture.) We will contact winners about where to pick up books. Good luck! URL:https://staging.ozarktrail.com/event/celebrating-national-trails-day-2/ LOCATION:Current River State Park\, Hwy 19\, Salem\, MO CATEGORIES:Trail Building,Trail Maintenance ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://staging.ozarktrail.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/18556635_10155274851663058_8661929859806747568_o.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Kathie Brennan":MAILTO:kathie.brennan@ozarktrail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20200519 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20200523 DTSTAMP:20250513T054610 CREATED:20200515T212520Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200515T220352Z UID:31211-1589846400-1590191999@staging.ozarktrail.com SUMMARY:11 Point & BTR Trail Clean-Up DESCRIPTION:After assessments of the trail\, covering the 11 Point and Between the Rivers sections\, sawyers are needed next week\, along with volunteers to assist with swamping\, as we tackle what we found. We will base out of the USFS Winona facility\, where there is camping available in the yard\, and very limited beds in the house (first come\, first served). Unfortunately\, due to Covid-19 procedures\, food will not be able to be provided by OTA for volunteers. The facilities will include a kitchen\, where individuals can cook their own food\, and refrigerators. Volunteers can sign up for multiple days. Please include in the comments what days you will be available to make planning easier. Please know that some of the trail areas will be rugged and remote\, so be prepared for strenuous work. Covid-19 procedures will be followed\, including sanitizing\, wearing masks\, and social distancing while together. OTA USFS certified sawyers needing equipment\, please email Terry Hawn at thawn@prodigy.net. If you have any questions or concerns\, please contact Terry or Kathie (kathie.brennan@staging.ozarktrail.com). Volunteers may arrive on Monday afternoon and work days will be Tuesday through Friday. URL:https://staging.ozarktrail.com/event/11-point-btr-trail-clean-up/ LOCATION:Winona USFS Facility\, Winona\, MO CATEGORIES:Trail Maintenance ORGANIZER;CN="Kathie Brennan":MAILTO:kathie.brennan@ozarktrail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20200516T083000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20200516T170000 DTSTAMP:20250513T054610 CREATED:20200210T224743Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200514T153602Z UID:26878-1589617800-1589648400@staging.ozarktrail.com SUMMARY:POSTPONED - Buffin’ it at Council Bluff Maintenance DESCRIPTION:POSTPONED DUE TO WEATHER \n  \nWe will meet at Council Bluff for our first post-Covid-19 maintenance event. We have implemented procedures to be utilized in keeping our volunteers safe and healthy. Please read below the information covering the event at this time\, which may change before May 14th. \nCome one\, come all! Join us as we celebrate Mother’s Day with those women we love by giving back to the Mark Twain National Forest. We’re ready for spring weather and what better way to get into the season than a day in the woods. \nNew Procedures: Volunteers will be required to drive their own vehicles\, have a mask and gloves while following proper social distancing throughout the event. The OTA will ensure that all tools are properly disinfected before and after use. \nCamping: Tentatively we will be basing out of Council Bluff Lake campground. Social distancing will be required with tent set-ups and around the campfire. \nFun on the Trail:  We will be doing critical maintenance on portions of the OT that still need some tender love and care to ensure our users have a great experience. We need volunteers to help lop\, weed eat\, sawyers\, sawyer assistants (i.e.\, swampers)\, and a project involving armoring a section of trail by the dam. \nAll levels of skill are needed. Please come\, and keep in mind social distancing will be enforced to keep everyone safe. \nFood: Unfortunately\, we will not be providing food at this time so you will be responsible for any meals during the event. This is to protect everyone’s health. \nSee you on the trail! If you have any questions\, please contact Terry\, thawn@prodigy.net. URL:https://staging.ozarktrail.com/event/bluffin-it-at-council-bluff-maintenance-2/ LOCATION:Council Bluff Lake Campground CATEGORIES:Trail Building,Trail Maintenance ORGANIZER;CN="Kathie Brennan":MAILTO:kathie.brennan@ozarktrail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20200418T083000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20200418T170000 DTSTAMP:20250513T054610 CREATED:20200210T224605Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200316T211957Z UID:26876-1587198600-1587229200@staging.ozarktrail.com SUMMARY:POSTPONED - Spring MEGA at Bass River Resort – Save the Date! DESCRIPTION:Save the date as we’ll be heading back to our favorite place to be to gather for working on the Ozark Trail\, Bass River Resort just outside of Steeleville Missouri.  Check back for more details including camping\, fellowship\, fun\, food and or course a kicker of a raffle before a blazing bonfire and music under a star filled sky! URL:https://staging.ozarktrail.com/event/spring-mega-at-bass-river-resort-save-the-date-2/ LOCATION:MO CATEGORIES:Trail Building,Trail Maintenance ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://staging.ozarktrail.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/83614235_10157897509273058_5204335344283025408_o.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Kathie Brennan":MAILTO:kathie.brennan@ozarktrail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20200404T083000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20200404T170000 DTSTAMP:20250513T054610 CREATED:20200210T224306Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200316T211744Z UID:26870-1585989000-1586019600@staging.ozarktrail.com SUMMARY:POSTPONED - Soothe the Karkaghne Beast @ Sutton Bluff DESCRIPTION:Let’s soothe the beast down at Sutton Bluff as we gather to do maintenance along the bluffs and beyond.  We’ll be gathering at the campground on Friday evening. \nWhere: Sutton Bluff campground.  Here is the link for directions:  https://www.recreation.gov/camping/campgrounds/232419 \nWhat we will be doing:  Maintenance consisting of sawing\, lopping\, leaf blowing and tread restoration.  An optional Sunday work day is also available depending on weather and participants. \nWhat to bring:  You need to wear sturdy boots\, dress in layers for weather\, bring a backpack to carry water\, snacks\, lunch and anything else you might need on the trail.  If you are camping you will need to bring camping equipment\, food for meals not covered(dinner Friday night\, breakfast and lunch on Saturday) a dinner will be provided on Saturday at the end of the day.  If we work on Sunday\, it will be about 1/2 a day or so. \nIf you have any questions\, don’t hesitate to contact Terry Hawn at thawn@prodigy.net URL:https://staging.ozarktrail.com/event/soothe-the-karkaghne-beast-sutton-bluff/ LOCATION:Sutton Bluff Campground\, 7378 County Rd 849\, Centerville\, MO\, 63633 CATEGORIES:Trail Maintenance ORGANIZER;CN="Terry Hawn":MAILTO:thawn@prodigy.net END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20200321T083000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20200322T170000 DTSTAMP:20250513T054610 CREATED:20200210T224113Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200316T211402Z UID:26867-1584779400-1584896400@staging.ozarktrail.com SUMMARY:POSTPONED - “Luck of the Irish” at Winona DESCRIPTION: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 facilities.  We’ll do two days of maintenance (Sat.\, 3/21 and Sun.\, 3/22) 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 “TLC” sections and also help our adopters with needs they see that needs to be done. \nThere is limited housing available with a bathroom and kitchen.  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!!! \nDinner will be provided Saturday night\, you will need to cover your breakfast and lunch on Saturday.  Sunday morning we’ll have a communal breakfast. \nDirections: Winona is just off of Hwy 60. URL:https://staging.ozarktrail.com/event/luck-of-the-irish-at-winona-2/ LOCATION:Winona USFS Facility\, Winona\, MO CATEGORIES:Trail Maintenance ORGANIZER;CN="Kathie Brennan":MAILTO:kathie.brennan@ozarktrail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20200307T083000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20200307T170000 DTSTAMP:20250513T054610 CREATED:20200210T223802Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200213T190417Z UID:26865-1583569800-1583600400@staging.ozarktrail.com SUMMARY:Saving Daylight….Midco Hollow construction DESCRIPTION:We’ll be celebrating the springing forward of gaining an extra hour of daylight!  Join us as we will be heading back down south to Midco Hollow for a day or two of construction while based out of the USFS Winona facility so we have a place to gather at the night.  If you have ever attended ‘Whoopin’ it Up in Winona’\, you know it’s as good as it gets to get together at this place. \nDetails: \nWhere:  USFS Winona facility beginning on Friday\, March 6 through March 8.  The facility is located on Hwy. 19 just north of Hwy. 60.  The facility includes 2 houses with availability of sleeping 6 and 6 in each house.  The houses have kitchens\, bathrooms and beds.  You will need to bring your own bedding and PLEASE note in your sign up for a bed….first come basis.  There is camping available in the yard with lots of flat areas. \nWhat:  You need to wear sturdy boots\, layer clothing due to weather\, back pack to carry water\, snacks\, lunch and what else you might want on the trail for the day.  You will be responsible for dinner on Friday(there is the Apple Barrel cafe)\, breakfast and lunch.  The OTA will provide a meal at the end of the day on Saturday.  Sunday will be decided later after those who sign up let us know if they want to build on Sunday. \nAn informational email will be sent closer to the event.  If you have questions\, contact Terry Hawn at thawn@prodigy.net. URL:https://staging.ozarktrail.com/event/saving-daylight-midco-hollow-construction/ LOCATION:Winona USFS Facility\, Winona\, MO CATEGORIES:Trail Maintenance END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20200229T083000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20200301T170000 DTSTAMP:20250513T054610 CREATED:20200210T223608Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200222T212724Z UID:26862-1582965000-1583082000@staging.ozarktrail.com SUMMARY:CANCELED - It’s a Time for you Ladies! DESCRIPTION:NOTE: Due to the loss of our housing for this event\, we’ve had to cancel. Be sure to check the events page for other opportunities coming up. \nLadies! It’s your day and Kathie will be heading up an all-women’s trail event doing trail work. We will be basing out of Current River State Park and if you haven’t stayed there before\, you are in for a treat! This event is primarily to get seasoned and new OTA volunteers some experience with trail construction and trail maintenance by lopping\, sawing\, leaf blowing and general corridor clearing\, mixed with some good hiking. \nContact Kathie Brennan for questions kathie.brennan@staging.ozarktrail.com URL:https://staging.ozarktrail.com/event/its-a-time-for-you-ladies-2/ LOCATION:Current River State Park\, Hwy 19\, Salem\, MO CATEGORIES:Trail Maintenance ORGANIZER;CN="Kathie Brennan":MAILTO:kathie.brennan@ozarktrail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20200215T083000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20200215T170000 DTSTAMP:20250513T054610 CREATED:20200210T222728Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200214T140322Z UID:26853-1581755400-1581786000@staging.ozarktrail.com SUMMARY:Taum Sauk Trail Maintenance DESCRIPTION:We’re heading to Hwy 21 trail head and heading up the OT towards Taum Sauk Mountain doing some tread restoration and maintenance.  This section of trail is in need of tread restoration so we’ll be working on that along with other maintenance issues. \nWhere:  We will meet at 8:30 am at Hwy 21 trail head (Claybough) west of Ironton\, MO. Here is a link to where we are meeting.  https://www.summitpost.org/ozark-trail-from-highway-21/166362 \nWhat:  We will be doing tread restoration involving trail tools. \nNeed to know:  Be sure to wear sturdy boots\, layering clothes as the weather can be weird.  Also bring a backpack to carry your water\, snacks\, your lunch and any thing else you would need on the trail.  We will be enjoying a meal at the end of the day in Ironton/Pilot Knob. \nIf you have any questions\, please contact Terry Hawn at thawn@prodigy.net. URL:https://staging.ozarktrail.com/event/taum-sauk-trail-maintenance/ LOCATION:Winona USFS Facility\, Winona\, MO CATEGORIES:Trail Maintenance ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://staging.ozarktrail.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/84868218_10157884655113058_5598630710903570432_n.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Terry Hawn":MAILTO:thawn@prodigy.net END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR