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Walk Through History at Osage Village State Historic Site

Let your imagination run wild at the Osage Village State Historic Site, where the Osage Indians first began trading with European settlers.

Heated igloos at Vantage in Springfield MO

Drinks

5 Best Heated Patios in Springfield

Wintertime might not be the official patio season but with these local spots heating things up, we can dream. To keep our outdoor dining...

feb 2020 | 5 Best, Downtown Springfield, Drinks, Food

Trails

Hit the Trails with the Right Hiking Boots

The right hiking boots make a hike. Here are some options for sturdy shoes you can pick up in Springfield, Missouri before you hit the...

feb 2020 | Fitness, Health, Hiking, Outdoors

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Instagram Worthy Light-Focused Attractions

Add a little color to your life with these Instagrammable light-focused attractions.

feb 2020 | Outdoors, Travel

Things to Do

Walk Through History at Osage Village State Historic Site

Let your imagination run wild at the Osage Village State Historic Site, where the Osage Indians first began trading with European settlers.

feb 2020 | Hiking, Outdoors

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Where to Go Horseback Riding Around Springfield

You’ve enjoyed southwest Missouri trails on foot, now it’s time to let someone else do all the work while you see the sights from horseback...

feb 2020 | Outdoors, Trails

Old cannon at Wilson's Creek National Park

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Historical Parks and Landmarks in Springfield

Springfield, MO is not lacking in rich history, seeing as the birthplace of Route 66 and home of the Ozark Jubilee are but a few of the...

jan 2020 | Local Activities, Outdoors, Parks

Things to Do

Where to Ice Skate and Ski in Missouri

Cure yourself of cabin fever by taking a quick road trip northeast, where you can find new ways to play outside in a wintry wonderland.

jan 2020 | Family, Fitness, Health, Outdoors

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Where to See Bald Eagles in Missouri This Winter Season

The U.S. national emblem, the bald eagle, is making its annual commute to our state this month. Read on to learn more about these birds and...

jan 2020 | Outdoors, Winter

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Heart-Pounding Winter Activities in Springfield, MO

We rounded up some of our favorite blood-pumping cold-weather adventures around 417-land.

dec 2019 | Family, Health, Kids, Outdoors

Life

Where to Cut Down Your Own Christmas Tree in Southwest Missouri

There’s more to Christmas tree farms that just finding the perfect natural tree to be the centerpiece of your Christmas decor. Here’s some...

dec 2019 | Christmas, Family, Outdoors, Shopping

where to recycle your old christmas tree in springfield mo and southwest missouri

Life

Where to Ditch Your Old Christmas Tree

When your Christmas tree is losing its needles and the holiday has long passed, it’s time to say goodbye. Haul your tree to one of these...

nov 27 2019 | Christmas, Do Good, Outdoor Spaces, Winter

Life

Tim O'Reilly Breaks Ground for BigShots Golf in Springfield, MO

BigShots Golf brings a state-of-the-art golfing venue to the north side of Springfield, MO.

nov 22 2019 | Outdoors

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Outdoors

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Walk Through History at Osage Village State Historic Site

Let your imagination run wild at the Osage Village State Historic Site, where the Osage Indians first began trading with European settlers.

Drinks

5 Best Heated Patios in Springfield

Trails

Hit the Trails with the Right Hiking Boots

Things to Do

Instagram Worthy Light-Focused Attractions

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Walk Through History at Osage Village State Historic Site

The Latest

Things to Do

Where to Go Horseback Riding Around Springfield

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Historical Parks and Landmarks in Springfield

Things to Do

Where to Ice Skate and Ski in Missouri

Things to Do

Where to See Bald Eagles in Missouri This Winter Season

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Heart-Pounding Winter Activities in Springfield, MO

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Where to Cut Down Your Own Christmas Tree in Southwest Missouri

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Where to Ditch Your Old Christmas Tree

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Tim O'Reilly Breaks Ground for BigShots Golf in Springfield, MO

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