Real Estate Lake of the Ozarks

The 4th of July is a federal holiday that celebrates the adoption of the Declaration of the Independence on July 4th, 1776.  I just love seeing the Patriotism that is displayed for the Holiday!  Red White and blue outfits, home decor and of course the United States Flags that can be found on just about every corner!!   This patriotic spirit can be found right here in the heart of America with the Best Fireworks displays at Lake of the Ozarks.  Check out these local events: Thursday - July 4th   Bear Bottom Resort 573-374-6905  Lodge of Four Seasons 888-265-5500 Tan-Tar-A Resort 800-826-8272  Versailles City Park 573-378-4634  Celebration Cruises Call for Reservations: 573-480-3212 Tropic Island Cruises Call for Reservations: 573-348-0083 Friday - July 5th Captain Ron’s Bar & Grill 573-374-5852  Saturday -  July 6th Bear Bottom Resort 573-374-6905  Old Kinderhook 573-317-3595  Seven Springs Winery...

We are just a few weeks into the summer months... have you heard the words "I'm bored" yet?   It's funny how kids cannot wait to get out of school, but within a few weeks they are already singing the blues. We put together a fun list of  40 "Almost Free" things to do with your kids to make your summer go a little smoother! Check out our list and be sure to share your ideas too. Go for a Hike - HaHa Tonka is a great place. Go on a Picnic - you have to eat lunch anyway, right?  So pack it up and take it to a local park. Take a Bike Ride - Great exercise and hopefully wears them out a bit  Go Camping - Renting a "site" at a campground is relatively cheap or you can simply camp in your backyard. Bubbles Bubbles Bubbles - You can even use this  Bubble Recipe  to make your own. Go Fishing  Play in the Sprinkler Swim in the Lake - Public Access at PB#1 and PB#2 Build a Blanket Fort - this can last for days. Play Dress up - Allow them to us...

It's time to turn back time to the 1920-40s this weekend on the Historic Bagnell Dam Strip with the Annual Oma & Noma Heritage Festival.  This event is created to celebrate some of the Lake of the Ozarks pioneers and help depict the history of the Lake of the Ozarks as well as the construction of the Bagnell Dam. Today, many people buy a Lake of the Ozarks Home to enjoy boating, fishing, swimming and watersports; however, back in 1931 it was just an idea that started with the brave steps of two people.  Oma and Noma Degraffenreid were the first local residents to actually cross the Bagnell Dam and each year we celebrate their brave pioneer spirit with the Oma Noma Days. The event is this weekend, Saturday May 19th.  You can expect the Bagnell Dam Strip to be filled with vintage autos, trucks tractors & equipment, bluegrass, blues and old Ozark live music, storytellers, Ozark crafters and a variety of other displays. Here is the schedule of the event: Lu...

Many consider St. Patrick's Day to be the beginning of the season for the Lake of the Ozarks area - so, naturally, the Lake of the Ozarks has a great St. Patty's Day parade and celebration!!   This year, the Lake of the Ozark's St Patrick's Day Parade will be held on March 16th at 1:00pm on the Bagnell Dam Strip.   This event is so much fun for the entire family and, according to the weatherman,  it looks like we can  expect sunshine!!  So be sure to bring the whole family out in your finest green attire!  Don't forget your lawn chair so you can enjoy watching floats, cars, motorcycles, boats and of course, some candy tossing for the little ones!! The road will shut down at 12:45 and re-open around 3:00 pm.  With the addition of Hwy 242, you will allow have access to exit or enter HH during gaps in the parade.  Please use extra caution when driving in this area and watch for pedestrians and floats that are lining up for the parade.   ...

Another day of snow in the Mid-west means another day out of school for the kiddos!!  Although everyone enjoys sleeping in on a snow day, what in the world do you do with your kids once they wake up??  We thought it would be a good idea to share some ideas on how to entertain your kids!   Here are the top ideas from the Fran Campbell Team to inspire your creativity.   Fill spray bottles or squeeze top bottles (dish soap, Gatorade) with colored water and create designs in the snow. Look for animal tracks or make your own using cars, spoons or shoes.   Experiment with freezing different sized containers of water outside.  Which freeze fastest? Go Sledding! Build a Snowman or a snow fort or make snow angels BAKE - kids love baking cookies or treats that they can enjoy eating later. Bring a container of snow inside and let it melt.  Look with a magnifier at the impurities in that remain after melting. Use the same tools you would use for sand...