Ozark Trail Association

OTA Quarterly Board Meeting
2020-11-21 09:00 - 11:00 UTC | Ozark Trail Assoc. Office, 406 West High Street, Potosi, Missouri, 63664
The quarterly OTA Board of Directors meeting will be held by utilizing ZOOM and phone in capabilities.

Aid Station Volunteers for OT100m Run
2020-11-07 06:00 - 2020-11-08 14:00 UTC | Bass’ River Resort – Stephan’s Riverside Event Center, 204 Butts Rd, Steelville, MO
Aid Stations volunteers needed for the OT100m Endurance Run, 11/07/2020.
Here is your chance to cheer on some of the most elite trail runners in the nation by volunteering for several of the aid stations for the OT100m Endurance Run that begins at Hwy P TH and ends at Bass River Resort. OTA Volunteers are needed to help man several aid stations located along the run. Please sign up with availability on Saturday at the following: ozarktrail100@aol.com The race directors will contact you with the information about the times and aid stations.
Volunteers are also needed Thursday and Friday 11/5 and 11/6 to leaf blow the where the OT crosses the roads which makes a huge difference for the runners. There also may be some sawing to do as well. Volunteers will be based out of the OTA office in Potosi. Some meals will be provided. If you have volunteered before you know how much fun this is, if you haven’t now is the time to see the fruits of your labors on the OT by watching these elite trail runners take on the OT.

Prep for OT100m Endurance Run
2020-11-05 08:00 - 2020-11-06 17:00 UTC | Ozark Trail Assoc. Office, 406 West High Street, Potosi, Missouri, 63664
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.
This 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.
There will be camping available along with a kitchen for meals. Please comment what days you will be able to volunteer.

Returning to the Upper Current Maintenance
2020-10-31 08:30 - 17:00 UTC | Ozark National Scenic RIverways
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.
Watch for more details.

Whoopin' it Up in Winona Plus Some!
2020-10-16 08:30 - 2020-10-22 17:00 UTC | Winona USFS Facility, Winona, MO
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.
NOTE: 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!!!
Dinner 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.
Other 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.
A 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.
Directions: Winona is just off of Hwy 60.

Fall MEGA at Bass's River Resort - Save the Date
2020-10-10 08:30 - 17:00 UTC | Bass’ River Resort – Stephan’s Riverside Event Center, 204 Butts Rd, Steelville, MO
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!

Fall MEGA Prep
2020-10-03 08:30 - 17:00 UTC | Ozark Trail Assoc. Office, 406 West High Street, Potosi, Missouri, 63664
Join us as we prep the area for our Fall MEGA on the Berryman Trail in anticipation of a couple of small reroutes that will get users out of some unsavory trail. More details as we finalize them will be posted.

One-Eyed Dog MTB Race Volunteers needed!
2020-09-25 09:00 - 2020-09-27 17:00 UTC | Council Bluff Lake Campground
Due to COVID-19, several of the fund raisers have been cancelled or postponed that would have helped raise funds for helping cover the maintenance costs on the OT along with operational costs of the OTA. Volunteers are needed to help with set up on Friday, assist with the aid station and also at the finish line on Saturday as well as breaking down and clean-up after the event on Sunday.
We will have a group campsite for volunteers to disperse camp. This event is a MAJOR fund raiser for the OTA and Team NOAH Foundation. To make this a success, WE need YOU! Please comment when you will be able to volunteer for the event. We can’t make it happen without YOU!!!!!

MTB Race Prep on the OT
2020-09-24 08:30 - 2020-09-25 17:00 UTC | Council Bluff Lake Campground
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.
A 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.

CLOSED - Heading to the Border...Mo-Arkansas
2020-09-19 08:30 - 2020-09-20 17:00 UTC | Dawt Mill Missouri
EVENT IS CLOSED – We have reached our capacity for the event. Please review other opportunities to join us out on the OT by checking out the other events.

Join us as we get started on 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.
More information will be posted as soon as it is confirmed.

NEW DATE - 2020 OT Challenge Hike
2020-09-11 15:00 - 2020-09-13 10:00 UTC | Bass’ River Resort – Stephan’s Riverside Event Center, 204 Butts Rd, Steelville, MO
The OT Challenge Hike is not just a great time, it’s our largest fundraiser. After only three years, the event has generated $75,000 to help maintain Missouri’s longest trail.

What is it? The Challenge Hike is a fundraiser AND hike. Each registered hiker commits to raising $1,250 for the Ozark Trail Association and participates in a 17 mile hike.
What if I can’t hike 17 miles? Don’t worry! You can still raise funds for the OTA and be a “virtual” hiker. What a great way to support the organization!
What if I don’t reach my fundraising goal? Don’t worry! It’s easier than you think! There are plenty of current and past participants that are willing to share their techniques and success stories. It is a fundraiser, so we need you to make a good-faith effort. You can start by reaching out to family and friends and sponsors are the simplest and quickest way to achieve success!
What’s in it for me? The best part of this fundraiser is the group of committed hikers! You’ll be treated to a festive weekend with free camping, free food, fellowship, campfire, music and all sorts of OTA/Challenge Hike swag.
Where is the hike? The hike is scheduled to start at Bass River Resort, near Steelville, Missouri.
How do I get involved? If you’d like to be a part of this exciting event, email otchallengehike@staging.ozarktrail.com for more information.

Labor on the OT
2020-09-05 08:30 - 2020-09-07 17:00 UTC | Ozark Trail Assoc. Office, 406 West High Street, Potosi, Missouri, 63664
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.
You 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.
Please 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

CANCELED - Trail of Four Winds 25K Volunteers needed (Donation Opportunity)
2020-09-05 | Lake of the Ozarks State Park, Brumley, 65017, United States
This is an amazing opportunity for OTA Volunteers to help with this race as they are looking to donate up to $1000 to the OTA supporting the work that you do as Volunteers! Contact John at the information below. Let’s do this…

Name – Trail of Four Winds 25K
Date – Saturday, September 5, 2020
Location – Lake of the Ozarks State Park (Public Beach #1)
Time – Race starts at 10 a.m. Volunteers will need to arrive anywhere from 7 a.m. to 9 a.m. depending on their responsibilities. They will be wrapped anywhere from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. (once again, depending on their responsibilities)
Volunteers are needed at aid stations, traffic/parking, packet pickup, runner safety
Contact: John Shelby, race director, 573-552-4118 or John@Shelby-Communications.com
I’m hoping for 20 volunteers. Trail of Four Winds 25K will donate $50 per volunteer up to 20 volunteers. If we max out at 20 (which I hope we do), we will donate $1000 to the Ozark Trail Association. If we have less than 20 volunteers, we’ll multiply 50 times the number of volunteers to come up with a donation figure.
Website, https://www.lakeoftheozarkstrailseries.com
Facebook, https://www.facebook.com/TrailofFourWinds/

OT Council/OTA Board Meeting - ZOOM
2020-08-29 10:00 - 13:00 UTC | Ozark Trail Assoc. Office, 406 West High Street, Potosi, Missouri, 63664
This is the Bi-annual meeting of the Partners of the Ozark Trail and the Ozark Trail Association. Due to COVID-19 procedures, this meeting will be held via ZOOM on Saturday, August 29 at 10 am. Directly after the conclusion of the OT Council meeting, the OTA’s Quarterly Board of Directors meeting will be held via ZOOM. The OTA Board meeting is open to all OTA Volunteers and members. There is a public comment period for input to be shared from the public. An agenda for the meeting will be provided before hand to those who are interested in participating. For further information or questions, contact Kathie Brennan at kathie.brennan@staging.ozarktrail.com

Crew Leader Training at Current River SP
2020-08-22 08:00 - 2020-08-23 17:00 UTC | Current River State Park, Hwy 19, Salem, MO
For those interested in becoming crew leaders – mark your calendars! We will be based out of Current River State Park. Volunteers can arrive on Friday afternoon/evening. Watch for the large green arrow sign at the entrance to CRSP on Hwy 19. Instructional materials will be provided. Saturday am will be classroom and the pm portion will cover tools and maintenance. Sunday will be finalizing maintenance and the will head to the trail to do a walk and talk.
There is limited housing and camping is available on the grounds. Please indicate if you are camping. Facility will have a kitchen and restrooms. Participants need to bring their own bedding, personal care items and food for meals. You will need to bring a backpack to carry water, snacks/lunch, wear sturdy boots, gloves and long pants for the outside portion and equipment portion.
Pre-Requisites: Complete prior to OTA Classroom & Field Sessions

Free online Crew Safety and Leadership Training: www.nps.gov/iatr/trail-safe.htm

approximately 4 hours, self-paced, no testing

Online virtual CPR/First Aid Training (Proof of certification can be provided after training)

approximately 8 hours
Option 1: www.ecprcertification.com

$31.79 per person plus $3.95 shipping and handling
Group rates available for more than five certifications

Option 2: www.fisrtaidforfree.com/free-first-aid-course
Option 3: www.nationalcprfoundation.com/courses/standard-cpr-aed-first-aid/

$14.95 fee for wallet card

OTA Classroom (In-Person) & Field Sessions

Classroom Session: Kathie Brennan, Instructor (approximately 8 hours in classroom)

Leading Volunteer Crews
Safety
Tools
Volunteer Trail Building Events
Trail Design
Trail Terminology
Surface Water Control
Building Sustainable Trail
Basic Trail Maintenance
Trail Signage
Power Tool Maintenance and Troubleshooting: including weed eaters, brush cutters, hedgers, leaf blowers and chainsaws. This is a very basic session on things to check, starting, re-stringing weed spools, cleaning tools, gassing them up, etc.

Field Session: Practical Outdoor Trail Building/Maintenance Demonstrations

approximately 4 hours on trail

Monthly Business Meeting
2020-06-16 19:00 - 21:00 (America/Chicago) | Zoom
The monthly business meeting of the Volunteers who run the Ozark Trail Association will be held this month via Zoom.
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Monthly Business Meeting
2020-06-16 19:00 - 21:00 (America/Chicago) | Zoom
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Return to Winona Trail Clean-up 6/7-13/2020
2020-06-08 08:00 - 2020-06-13 17:00 UTC | Winona USFS Facility, Winona, MO
We are returning to Winona to continue storm damage clean up of the Eleven Point and Between the River sections of the OT beginning this Monday, June 7- Saturday, June 13. Sawyers are needed along with volunteers to assist with swamping. The work to be done is not easy and will also include lopping, brushing and swamping for the sawyers. We will also be watching the weather for higher temperatures and humidity and the safety of our volunteers. Volunteers can sign up for multiple days and please include in the comments what days you will be available to make planning easier.
Based out of the USFS Winona facility, 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. There are available markets to purchase food it needed. The facilities will include a kitchen, where individuals can cook their own food, and refrigerators. Volunteers need to bring a backpack to carry food and water along with other items while on the trail. Also any camping equipment, personal care items and food for days you are attending.
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 Sunday afternoon and work days will begin at 8am Monday through Saturday. An informational email will be mailed out to volunteers on Saturday with more information.

Celebrating National Trails Day Virtually
2020-06-06 08:30 - 17:00 UTC | Current River State Park, Hwy 19, Salem, MO
UPDATE: National Trails Day 2020 Goes Virtual! Due to the Coronavirus pandemic, events won’t be held in person this year.
SEND US YOUR TRAIL PICS FOR A CHANCE TO WIN AN OZARK TRAIL IMAGES BOOK!
This 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!

11 Point & BTR Trail Clean-Up
2020-05-19 - 2020-05-22 | Winona USFS Facility, Winona, MO
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.

POSTPONED - Buffin’ it at Council Bluff Maintenance
2020-05-16 08:30 - 17:00 UTC | Council Bluff Lake Campground
POSTPONED DUE TO WEATHER

We 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.
Come 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.
New 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.
Camping: Tentatively we will be basing out of Council Bluff Lake campground. Social distancing will be required with tent set-ups and around the campfire.
Fun 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.
All levels of skill are needed. Please come, and keep in mind social distancing will be enforced to keep everyone safe.
Food: 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.
See you on the trail! If you have any questions, please contact Terry, thawn@prodigy.net.

POSTPONED - OTA Board Meeting 2nd quarter
2020-04-25 10:00 - 12:30 UTC | Forest Service Potosi Conference Room, 10019 W, MO-8, Potosi, MO

POSTPONED - Spring MEGA at Bass River Resort – Save the Date!
2020-04-18 08:30 - 17:00 UTC

POSTPONED - MEGA Prep at Bass River Resort
2020-04-17 08:30 - 17:00 UTC | Bass’ River Resort – Stephan’s Riverside Event Center, 204 Butts Rd, Steelville, MO
Come early as we prep for Saturday’s Spring MEGA event. We will need to do some leaf blowing, signage and tool cache-ing to be ready for a day in the woods.
An informational email will be sent closer to the event. Questions? Contact Kathie at kathie.brennan@staging.ozarktrail.com

POSTPONED - Soothe the Karkaghne Beast @ Sutton Bluff
2020-04-04 08:30 - 17:00 UTC | Sutton Bluff Campground, 7378 County Rd 849, Centerville, MO, 63633
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.
Where: Sutton Bluff campground. Here is the link for directions: https://www.recreation.gov/camping/campgrounds/232419
What 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.
What 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.
If you have any questions, don’t hesitate to contact Terry Hawn at thawn@prodigy.net

POSTPONED - Be One of the First! Trail Build at Norfork Lake
2020-03-28 08:30 - 16:00 UTC | Udall Campground on Lake Norfork
Come join the OTA and David’s Trail in opening a new chapter; constructing new trail along Norfork Lake near the Arkansas / Missouri border. This yet to be named future section will form the “keystone” linking the Ozark Highlands Trail in Arkansas and the Ozark Trail in Missouri via David’s Trail.
We will be camping at the Corps of Engineers Udall campground and the construction site will be a short walk from the campground with the lake in view from any vantage point. Camping will be available Friday and Saturday nights. There will be toilet facilities but no running water (please bring a personal supply) as we are still officially in the campground’s “off season”. Please let us know in the comments when registering if you have dietary preferences.
The OTA will provide a meal Saturday afternoon immediately following the construction. Plan to hang around a bit and share some trail stories. There will be a voluntary “Pot-luck” breakfast Sunday morning.
For the build on Saturday, please bring a sack lunch, water and something to carry personal items to the trail. You will carry a trail tool in each hand so a small pack is recommended. The OTA will provide all tools that are needed. Please wear sturdy shoes to protect your feet – boots are preferred, tennis/running shoes are not sturdy enough. Dress in layers to be comfortable as you warm up on the trail and bundle up when the work is done. If you have work gloves, bring those as well. We will have some to share if you don’t have any.
Trail building can be like a good day of gardening. It can be strenuous but there are tasks that can be done by folks of all ages and abilities. Everyone works at their own pace under the guidance of trained Crew Leaders and the mantra we live by is “Be Safe, Have Fun, Build Trail!” Please feel free to send me a note with any questions! matt.atnip@staging.ozarktrail.com

POSTPONED - Gateway Outdoor Expo + Summit – Volunteers Needed
2020-03-27 11:30 - 18:30 UTC | America’s Center, 701 Convention Plaza, St Louis, MO, 63101
We will be setting up a display for the OTA, this time in Hall 4 at America’s Center in downtown St. Louis. This is day one of a two day event. We have limited free passes so volunteers will need to take a longer shift. More details will be sent as they become available.
Terrain Magazine is excited to announce that the Gateway Outdoor Expo + Summit will take place on March 27-28, 2020, at America’s Center Convention Complex in downtown St. Louis. The event will showcase new gear and products, interactive demos, and free sessions and seminars on a variety of active living topics — all in a festive, family-friendly environment.
With more floor space than ever before (up to 80,000 square feet!) and 100+ exhibitors expected at this weekend-long event, the Gateway Outdoor Expo + Summit is the premier consumer show and cultural gathering for the regional outdoors community. The event will focus on activities such as running, biking, hiking, camping, climbing, and paddling, as well as adventure travel, health and wellness, craft beer, and more.

POSTPONED - “Luck of the Irish” at Winona
2020-03-21 08:30 - 2020-03-22 17:00 UTC | Winona USFS Facility, Winona, MO
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.
There 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!!!
Dinner will be provided Saturday night, you will need to cover your breakfast and lunch on Saturday. Sunday morning we’ll have a communal breakfast.
Directions: Winona is just off of Hwy 60.

Saving Daylight….Midco Hollow construction
2020-03-07 08:30 - 17:00 UTC | Winona USFS Facility, Winona, MO
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.
Details:
Where: 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.
What: 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.
An informational email will be sent closer to the event. If you have questions, contact Terry Hawn at thawn@prodigy.net.

CANCELED - It’s a Time for you Ladies!
2020-02-29 08:30 - 2020-03-01 17:00 UTC | Current River State Park, Hwy 19, Salem, MO
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.
Ladies! 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.
Contact Kathie Brennan for questions kathie.brennan@staging.ozarktrail.com
