Real Estate Lake of the Ozarks

Don't miss out on the 2009 Lake of the Ozarks Spring Harbor Hop Saturday May 2, 2009! Enter the Harbor Hop by stopping at any of the checkpoints listed on http://www.funlake.com/ . To obtain a hand, sign up and pay an optional $15.00 donation (per seven-card hand). A player may enter more than once. The 1st card is drawn at the checkpoint where the hand is purchased; 6 additional cards are obtained by “hopping” to six more checkpoints drawing one card, per hand, at each location. The hand is complete when the 7 th card is drawn. New this year, an optional 8 th Bonus card can be drawn for an additional $5. The completed hand is turned in at the checkpoint where the 7 th card is drawn. To qualify, a hand must be turned in by 7:00 p.m., Saturday May 2, 2009. Winners will be notified by mail. Prizes are based on entry donations. The Lake of the Ozarks Convention & Visitor Bureau will retain 60% for administering the program and promoting Lake of the Ozarks. Forty percent will be

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Are you looking to do your part to make our Planet a little "greener"? Well, today is the day! Arbor Day is a nationally-celebrated observance that encourages tree planting and care. National Arbor Day was founded by J. Sterling Morton in 1872, is celebrated on the last Friday in April. His simple idea of setting aside a special day for tree planting is now more important than ever. Have you ever heard someone say, "what difference can I make? I'm only one person."? Here are several ways that you can make a difference! Celebrate Arbor Day in a personal way by planting a tree yourself. It is an act of optimism and kindness, a labor of love and a commitment to stewardship. Read a book about trees. Learn to identify trees in your yard and neighborhood Enjoy the outdoors. Visit a local park or take a nature hike. Attend a class on tree and plant care. Volunteer with a local tree-planting organization. You’ll meet new people and make a difference in your community.

Are you looking for something great to do this weekend that will really get you in the mood for summer? Then look no further! Join the Lake Area Marine Dealer's Association this weekend for the 2009 In-Water Boat Show at the Horny Toad Complex 7MM! Get special values and see the new 2009 models of cruisers, runabouts, performance boats, pontoons, ski boats, personal watercraft, docks, lifts and all boating accessories. Hours of Show Fri., April 17 th : 1 pm - 7 pm - FREE ADMISSION FRIDAY! Sat., April 18 th : 10 am - 7 pm Sun., April 19 th : 10 am - 4 pm Admission is only $5.00 for adults and be sure to register for your chance at $1,000 in FREE Gas! Click here for more details about the 2009 In-Water Boat Show Be sure to check out www.FranCampbell.com/blog for Lake Area Real Estate Listings!

Even though it's a bit chilly at Lake of the Ozarks today, we know that summer sunshine is just around the corner. Here are some fun, fast facts about the Lake to get you in the spirit! Did you know... The Lake is 93 miles long with 1,150 miles of shoreline encompassing 54,000 acres The Lake is home to 16 Golf Courses There are over 40 waterfront restaurants There are 110 stores at the Factory Outlet Mall Over 100 churches Home to the Award wining Lake Regional Hospital. 140 Beds and Level III Trauma Center. The Lake area permanent population is 100,000 + people MO Department of Education has designated Camden and Osage School Districts as "Accredited with Distinction in Performance" The student to teach ratio is 20 to 1 Lake of the Ozarks has the 11th lowest cost of living index in the United States at 92.7 These are all great reasons to visit Lake of the Ozarks, but even better reasons to purchase a home at Lake of the Ozarks! Now is the time to buy. Check out Lake Are

Check out this great unit at Evergreens on the Lake! Includes 12x32 boat slip w/8000# poly lift and single car garage - for $239,900! http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LChxOCRnYdQ To view Lake Area Real Estate Listings please go to www.FranCampbell.com/blog