Editor’s Note: Building A Legacy
Sometime around 1940, Grandpa bought a couple hundred acres from Great-Grandpa Brown, just a stone’s throw from the Osage River. He and Grandma built a house, raised four boys, tilled the rocky land for a garden and ran pigs and cows in the fields and forests. They’re...
Got Gotti’s Boat?
When Shane Quam started digging into the history of his Fountain ICBM powerboat, he found connections to a dark past… by Tegan Pasley Sleek. Fast. And blood-red. Shane Quam's 1987 Fountain is the kind of boat that turns heads. And this powerboat has a...
Jellyfish In The Lake
Every August, with waters warmed by the summer sun, a creature begins to emerge in Lake of the Ozarks that most folks never suspected was there. It's a jellyfish. July, August, and September are the most common months to spot the tiny freshwater...
Shootout Poker Run 2024 Photos
It’s one of the biggest go-fast gatherings at the Lake. This year’s Poker Run is set for Friday, Aug. 22, 2025. Here’s a look at last year’s fun.
Find Your Perfect Lake Of The Ozarks Vacation Stay With LakeDays.Rentals
There are countless ways to experience Lake of the Ozarks. And whether you're looking to unplug and enjoy a peaceful getaway or take your family out for an action-packed weekend, where you stay makes all the difference. LakeDays.Rentals – Casago, voted the Lake’s Best...
When You Can’t Go Boating
It’s only boating weather half the year. Here’s what to do for the other half. While Lake of the Ozarks is a paradise built for warm weather, there are myriad ways to enjoy every season, even the cold ones! Here are a few ideas for what to do when it’s too...
Lake of the Ozarks 2026 Event Schedule
Summer gets most of the attention at Lake of the Ozarks, and for good reason. But there are unique events held here year-round that you should keep in mind, whether you’re a year-round resident or thinking of visiting in the cooler months! Here’s a month-by-month look...
