Ozark Trail Association

Sept 12-13 -Trail Maintenance on the Middle Fork
2024-09-12 09:00 - 2024-09-13 16:00 (America/Chicago) | Hwy DD/32 Trail head, Hwy DD/32, Belleview, MO, 63623, United States
The event date has changed — The actual event has been moved to Sept 14 from Sept 21, 2024 — so we will do some prep a couple days prior in case we haven’t got it all done.
Sept 12-13th, 2024– One Eyed Dog MTB Race PREP — Council Bluff Lake
We’ll meetup at the DD/Hwy 32 Trail Head parking lot at 9am. We’ll have tools, weed eaters, chainsaws , blowers and loppers to put the finishing touches on the course for race day.
Wear sturdy work shoes ( preferably hiking boots) , long pants and weather appropriate shirt. Bring a lunch and at least 2 liters of water. We’ll also have cold beverages for the end of the day.
We’ll disperse to various locations on the course to finish prepping for the race

One Eyed Dog 100/50/24/12 MTB Race -- Council Bluff Lake
2024-09-14 | Council Bluff Lake Campground
Note — the date of the event has been changed from Sept 21 to Sept 14th, 2024.
Sept 14th, 2024– One Eyed Dog 100/50/24/12 MTB Race — Council Bluff Lake
100/50/24/12 miles of the best MTB single track to be found!
It’s rough, rugged and up to you to win the race!!!
Pick your distance and classification and go for it!!!
Spend the weekend or the day. The event runs from 6am- 12 am Saturday

To sign up to participate in the race as a rider … go here
https://www.bikereg.com/the-ozarks-one-eyed-dog-50100

To volunteer for the event aid station or other needs during the day just
signup on this page

CANCELLED - Sep 14 - Lopping Taum Sauk
2024-09-14 08:00 - 17:00 | Taum Sauk Mtn, Middlebrook, MO, 63650, United States
This event is cancelled due to weather.
Much of the Taum Sauk section between Taum Sauk Mountain and Johnson Shut-ins is badly grown in, especially toward the midpoint. The trail needs serious lopping. This is the route of the Devil’s Toll Race on October 5th.
The trail is rugged, and the hiking required for this event will be more challenging than most. We will be hiking in from Taum Sauk Mountain at least 4 miles, and of course we must hike back out. Hiking out will involve 700 feet of ascent, some of it quite steep.

Upper Current Trail Maintenance/Cystic Fibrosis Extreme Hike
2024-09-18 15:00 - 2024-09-21 17:00 | Hwy 19 FIre Tower, Hwy 19, Eminence, MO, United States
Maintenance on Thursday and Friday. Aid Station assistance on Saturday.
The OTA is providing extra help this year for the Cystic Fibrosis Extreme Hike. We will be doing trail maintenance on Thursday and Friday before the event on Saturday, September 21. This event has raised millions of dollars across the nation in support of this deadly and debilitating disease. Some of the CFE hike will traverse a part of the Upper Current River Section of the Ozark Trail so we will be performing any last minute trail prep and then assist with aide stations on the day of the hike.
OTA Volunteers will be utilizing the Hwy 19 Fire tower just south of Current River SP which has bunk rooms enough to house up to 12. Volunteers can come down Wednesday afternoon as early as 3 pm and stay over. You will need to bring bedding, personal items, and extra food. We will have a dinner on Thursday and Friday night along with a light breakfast Saturday morning. Some extra food will be provided.
If you just come down for the CF Hike only, you will have to arrive around 4:00 am at Echo Bluff so you can be in position at one of the aid stations before the race starts and help with set up. We’ll leave from Echo Bluff before the race start at 4:30 so we can be in position at the aid stations before the participants pass through. Depending on how many stay over on Saturday, we may have a BBQ at the Fire Tower housing.
As always, bring a backpack, water, snacks, wear sturdy footwear, long pants and dress in seasonal clothing. Also bring a headlamp, camp chair, and rain gear.as there is a short hike to the aid stations on Saturday. Pack seasonal clothing — we don’t have long hikes to the aide stations but you should wear sturdy hiking shoes/boots to be safe.
Any questions — contact Kathie at 573-382-8270 or respond to the email you will receive around Sept. 17th.let
The OTA is providing assistance to aide stations positioned on the Upper Current Rive section — map of the section shown below.
https://www.nps.gov/ozar/current-river-challenge.htm

CANCELED due to WEATHER -- Let's Build some new Trail in Carondelet Park St. Louis
2024-09-28 08:00 - 14:00 | Carondelet Park, 3900 Holly Hills Blvd, St. Louis, MO, 63116, United States
In celebration of National Public Lands Day, the OTA will be partnering with the Friends of Carondelet Park, GORC and a plethora of Volunteers to assist in building a new trail within this urban park, We will be meeting at 8:30 am for check in and assignments.
Please dress for trail work with heavy boots/shoes, long pants, layer for the weather, bring a backpack with water, snacks anything to make your day amazing. Tools will be provided along with safety glasses and golves. Contact Kathie Brennan at 573-382-8270 for any questions.

Devil's Toll Race - Taum Sauk SP to Johnsons Shut Ins
2024-10-05 | Taum Sauk Mtn – Devils Toll Race
This has become one of the must do events on the Ozark Trail. All proceeds help fund the Ozark Trail Association to maintain the Ozark Trail. If you want to cheer on your family and friends, Volunteers are needed at the finish line to help with food preparation and timing.
The Devil’s Toll Gate Race is a 13-mile dual discipline event across one of the most scenic and rugged landscapes Missouri’s Ozark Trail has to offer. The event traverses from the highest point in Missouri, Taum Sauk Mountain down past the beautiful Mina Sauk Falls and thru the rock formation known as the Devils’ Toll Gate before again climbing over and around Profit and Wildcat Mountains with a tricky descent past the famous Scour of Taum Sauk reservoir, finishing with an amazing Black river crossing at Johnson Shut-ins State Park.
What makes this more intriguing is the team-style concept! This event will have 2 options: Participants can opt for the running version or the hiking version. The event will be capped at 300 participants.
Runners prepare to engage in a rough and rugged portion of Ozark Trail where 1,400’ of elevation over 13ish miles may seem like a cake walk, but fear not there is enough rock to keep you rolling, enough hills to keep you panting, a few turns to keep you thinking and when rhythm comes to your stride prepare to lose it again as the rocky and technical terrain will let you know that won’t be happening often!
Hikers prepare once again for a gorgeous hike with some of the most amazing vistas, history and flora/fauna galore. We take you thru the highest of highs and the lowest of lows in an attempt to really put you “out there”. Participants will be greeted with a cookout BBQ at the Pavilion with food prepared by OTA’s own Chef Jeff.
There is limited cell service in this region. On-course communications will be spotty at best. Group camping will be available at the JSISP campground just a mile away from the Visitor Center’s main parking lot where the shuttle to take participants will be early Saturday morning.
A rain date may be looked at should extreme weather cause the event to be postponed, BUT is highly unlikely
To enter as a participant — go here: https://www.ultrasignup.com/register.aspx?did=113038
To volunteer — just signup on this OTA event page

Ozark Trail Association Monthly Business Meeting - Tuesday, October 8, 2024
2024-10-08 07:00 - 21:00 | Zoom
You are invited to attend the monthly meeting of the volunteers who run the Ozark Trail Association.
No need to register.
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NOTICE: The Ozark Trail Association is not affiliated in any way with the manufacture, distribution, sale, or promotion of Ozark Trail branded outdoor merchandise from any source. All enquiries regarding Ozark Trail branded gear will be discarded without action as we cannot help you.

Fall MEGA Prep at Sutton Buff Campground
2024-10-11 | Sutton Bluff Campground, 7378 County Rd 849, Centerville, MO, 63633
Oct 11 – OTA Fall Mega Prep — Sutton Buff Campground
Come out and help get ready for the 2024 OTA Fall Mega at Sutton Bluff
We’ll meetup at the pavilion at the entrance to Sutton Bluff at 9:00 am.
We’ll cache tools at the worksite and get everything ready to go for
Saturday’s work day.
Please bring a lunch and at least 2 liters of water. Wear sturdy hiking shoes or boots and weather appropriate clothes.
The OTA will provide all equipment and tools as well as well safety PPE ( helmets, glasses and gloves).

information on Sutton Bluff Camground — https://www.recreation.gov/camping/campgrounds/232419

Annual Fall Mega at Sutton Buff Campground
2024-10-11 08:00 - 2024-10-12 17:00 | MO
We are ready to celebrate the cooler temperatures and the Fall color across the Forest. Our Fall MEGA will be returning to the MTNF Sutton Bluff campground located along the Black River. Camping will be provided and there will be 2-3 camper/RV sites that you can reserve which will be first come. There will also be showers and restrooms available so be sure to bring your personal care items along with any camping equipment. You are welcome to arrive anytime Friday afternoon to be ready to get out on the trail Saturday which will be tread restoration on the Karkaghne section located neat by.
Information for the weekend:
Free camping at Sutton Bluff campground.
Friday: Registration will be open till 9 pm at the pavilion. We will be utilizing multiple campsites so everyone will be sharing sites.
Saturday: Registration will begin at 7 am at the Pavilion.
Crew Leader meeting at 7:59 am at the OTA truck. Welcome will be at 8:30 at the Pavilion where Volunteers can get their safety gear.
Volunteers will need to bring a backpack to carry your snacks, lunch and at least 2 liters of water. Wear sturdy hiking shoes or boots and weather appropriate clothes. The OTA will provide all equipment and tools as well as well safety PPE ( helmets, glasses and gloves).
Also be sure to bring a camp chair, headlamp, cash(for the raffle) and any other items to make your weekend amazing. The day will be capped with the Traditional OTA dinner by Chef Jeff, Kathie’s raffle and of course an awesome bonfire.
Questions? – Contact Kathie at 573-382-8270 by texting. Also note Sutton Bluff campground has no c-phone service.
information on Sutton Bluff Campground — https://www.recreation.gov/camping/campgrounds/232419

Fall 'Whoopin it Up in Winona' Maintenance Event
2024-10-18 08:00 - 2024-10-23 17:00 | Winona USFS Facility, Winona, MO
18-23, 2024 – Fall Whoopin It Up In Winona
Join us in Winona for the fall southern section maintenance event. This is always am outstanding trail event for OTA Volunteers. We will continue cleaning up storm damage from the late Spring storms plus continuing tread restoration on the 11 PT, Between the Rivers and Current River Sections.
We’ll be based out of the USFS facilities in Winona. There is limited inside sleeping and will be first come basis but a huge yard to camp out in. You will need to bring your own bedding and personal care items. Several meals will be provided but please indicate which days you will be in attendance so that we can plan accordingly. we will plan on a potluck meal on Saturday night and a group breakfast on Sunday morning.
Please also bring a backpack, at least 2 liters of water. Wear sturdy hiking shoes or boots and weather-appropriate clothing. The OTA will provide all equipment and tools as well as well safety PPE ( helmets, glasses and gloves).
To get to the Winona MTNF facility, it is located on Hwy 19 inside the city limits of Winona. Look for the OTA signs.
Questions? Contact Kathie at 573-382-8270

OT100 Endurance Run Trail Prep
2024-10-24 08:00 - 2024-10-25 17:00 | Hwy DD/32 Trail head, Hwy DD/32, Belleview, MO, 63623, United States
Join us as we will meet at the Hwy 32 / DD Trail Head and disperse from there up and down the OT to perform last-minute maintenance and leaf blowing at all trail road crossings across the MTNF from Hwy 72/2 all the way up to Bass’ River Resort. This is such a great way to give back to an event that supports the Ozark Trail Association and the Ozark Trail.
Please bring at least 2 liters of water. Wear sturdy hiking shoes or boots and weather appropriate clothes. The OTA will provide all equipment and tools as well as well safety PPE ( helmets, glasses and gloves). Housing is also available for the 2 days. Contact Kathie at 573-382-8270.

Aid Station support for the OT100M Endurance Run
2024-10-26 07:30 - 18:00 | Bass’ River Resort, 204 Butts Road, Steelville, MO, 65565, United States
Volunteers are needed to help man two OTA aid stations during the OT 100m Endurance Run. The Stillwell Hollow aid station begins at 7:45 am on the Karkaghne section and will be done by noon. This aid station needs at least 5 Volunteers as we will provide necessary food and drink to all runners at this point. The other aid station is located on the Middle Fork section on Buick Mine Road called Gunstock Hollow. This aid station will need at least 5 volunteers and will open at 10:00 am and will be done by 6 pm.
This amazing 32-hour, 100-mile endurance run brings out a phenomenal group of individuals and will begin at 6:00 AM on Saturday, October 26 – 27th. Not for the faint of running, this race is mostly on single-track trail with several water crossings and approximately 12,000 feet of elevation gain. The trail surface varies from smooth dirt trail to moderately technical trail with lots of leaves covering the trail.
If you have any questions, contact Kathie at 573-382-8270(text). This is really am awesome opportunity to cheer on some amazing ultra trail runners!

Bass Pro Expo - Springfield MO
2024-11-01 11:00 - 2024-11-02 17:00 | Bass Pro Springfield MO, 600 West Sunshine Street, Springfield, MO, 65807, United States
UPDATE: Join us as we share information about Missouri’s longest multi-use National Recreation Trail at the Bass Pro Expo on Friday, Nov. 1, and Saturday, Nov. 2 in Springfield MO. Come for the two days or just a day to share information about the trail we all love to talk about. Contact Kathie for more information at 573-382-8270 texting me would be great!
Information about times for the event.
Friday, November 1- set up from 9:00 AM to 1 PM; doors open from 2 PM to 6 PM
Saturday, November 2- doors open from 10 AM to 5 PM; take down from 5 PM to 7 PM; lunch at around 11:15
Numbers looks strong right now. We are about 15% higher than we were last year at this time with registrations.

Q4 OTA Board of Directors Meeting ZOOM
2024-11-09 09:00 - 12:00 | Zoom
The Q4 meeting of the directors of the Ozark Trail Association will be held on Saturday, November 9, 2024, at 9:00 A.M., via Zoom for the purpose of reviewing the current year’s business and discussing corporate operations for the upcoming year, and for the transaction of any other business that may properly come before the meeting.
Join Zoom Meeting
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NOTICE: The Ozark Trail Association is not affiliated in any way with the manufacture, distribution, sale, or promotion of Ozark Trail branded outdoor merchandise from any source. All enquiries regarding Ozark Trail-branded gear will be discarded without action as we cannot help you.

Cancelled - Ozark Trail Association Monthly Business Meeting - Tuesday, November 12, 2024
2024-11-12 07:00 - 21:00 | Zoom
You are invited to attend the monthly meeting of the volunteers who run the Ozark Trail Association.
No need to register.

NOTICE: The Ozark Trail Association is not affiliated in any way with the manufacture, distribution, sale, or promotion of Ozark Trail branded outdoor merchandise from any source. All enquiries regarding Ozark Trail branded gear will be discarded without action as we cannot help you.

Terrain Gateway Outdoor Summit & Expo
2024-11-22 13:00 - 2024-11-24 17:00 | St. Charles Convention Center, 1 Convention Center Blvd, St. Charles, MO, 63303, United States
The Ozark Trail Association will be in full force at one of the Midwest area’s premiere “all things” outdoor Summit and Outdoor Expo being held in St. Charles. Join us on Friday, November 22 from 1-5 pm as many panel discussions will be held about exciting information and news about prominent trails in Missouri.
The OTA will also have a booth during the Summit and Expo, and we need YOU to volunteer to share your passion and knowledge about the Ozark Trail and the OTA. Hours are Saturday, Nov. 23, 10 am to 5 pm. Sunday, Nov, 24, 10 am to 4 pm. Join us for the whole time or part of this event showcasing what Missouri offers in outdoor recreation.
For more Expo information — https://gatewayoutdoorexpo.com/
Friday, November 22
Gateway Outdoor Summit
1 pm – 5 pm
VIP/Vendor Party
5 pm – 7 pm
St. Charles Convention Center
1 Convention Center Blvd
St. Charles, MO 63303

Ozark Trail Association Monthly Business Meeting - Tuesday, December 10, 2024
2024-12-10 07:00 - 21:00 | Zoom

First Day Hike -- 1/1/2025
2025-01-01 | Affton Elks, 6330 Heege Road, MO, 63123
.Remember — January 1, 2025 is First Hike Day
Get 2025 started off with a Bang!!!! Get out and get that first hike
Hopefully you can be somewhere on the Ozark Trail — but if not
enjoy one of the many great trails near you!!

Jan 4-5 , 2025 -- CANCELED OTA House Cleanup/Maintenance in Potosi
2025-01-04 08:00 - 2025-01-05 17:00 | Ozark Trail Association Office, 406 West High Street, Potosi, Missouri, 63664
CANCELED DUE to WEATHER
Jan 4-5 , 2025 — OTA House Cleanup/Maintenance in Potosi, Mo
406 West High St
Potosi, Mo 63664
Come join other OTA volunteers give the OTA facilities some TLC this weekend.
We’ll clean, maybe paint, put oviup new light fixtures, fix plumbing perform some electricial work etc. This helps the OTA meet USFS maintenance requirements for the facility the OTA is privileged to use for very little money and it will give everyone chance to get to know other volunteers and leadership of the OTA.
we have limited beds for anyone who might want to stay over night.
There is also a Super 8 in Potosi for a modest nightly rate.
We’ll have a light continental breakfast Sat and Sunday Morning, Lunch on Sat and a dinner on Sat Night.

January 11, 2025 -- GAOA Maintenance on the OT - Potosi
2025-01-11 | Ozark Trail Association, 406 W High Street, Potosi, MO, 63664, United States
January 11, 2025 — GAOA Maintenance on the OT – Potosi
Come out and help do some tread rehab on the OT — we’ll have a couple of sites we can go in an do some badly tread work not far from Potosi.
We’ll have exact location details the Monday before the event.
We generally meet up by 8:15am at the location — so stay tuned for more details.
As allways , wear sturdy hiking shoes/boots, bring a lunch, at least 2 liters of water and weather appropriate clothing.
We’ll watch the weather and make sure we have a good weather window.
The OTA will provide all tools, and safey gear.

January 25, 2025 .. CANCELED Maintenance on The OT - Moved to FEB 1,2025
2025-01-25 | Johnson’s Shut-Ins State Park, 148 Taum Sauk Trail, Middle Brook, MO, 63656
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CANCELED Maintenance on The OT – Moved to FEB 1,2025
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Come out and help do some tread rehab on the OT — This maintenance helps the OTA fulfill its volunteer hours comittment to the USFS under the GAOA contract.
We’ll have a couple of sites we can go in an do some badly tread work not far from Potosi.
We’ll have exact location details the Monday before the event.
We generally meet up by 8:15am at the location — so stay tuned for more details.
As allways , wear sturdy hiking shoes/boots, bring a lunch, at least 2 liters of water and weather appropriate clothing.
We’ll watch the weather and make sure we have a good weather window.
The OTA will provide all tools, and safey gear.

Rescheduled - Ozark Trail Association Annual Board Meeting
2025-01-25 09:00 - 12:00 | Zoom
Annual Meeting of the Board. New Board Members and Officers will be elected.
This will be a Zoom meeting, and it is open to anyone. To join the meeting use this link.
Join Zoom Meeting
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Sat February 1, 2025 . Maintenance on the OT -- Rescheduled JAN 25 event at JSI
2025-02-01 | Johnson’s Shut-Ins State Park, 148 Taum Sauk Trail, Middle Brook, MO, 63656
We have moved the Jan 25th event at JSI to today.
We’ll meet up in the JSI visitor center parking lot and then shuttle ( or caravan) folks over to the work are area.
Meetup time is 8:45am.
Come out and help do some tread rehab on the OT —
This maintenance helps the OTA fulfill its volunteer hours commitment to the USFS under the GAOA contract.
we’ll have a couple of sites we can go in an do some badly tread work not far from Potosi.
We’ll have exact location details the Monday before the event.
We generally meet up by 8:15am at the location — so stay tuned for more details.
As always , wear sturdy hiking shoes/boots, bring a lunch, at least 2 liters of water and weather appropriate clothing.
We’ll watch the weather and make sure we have a good weather window.The OTA will provide all tools, and safey gear.

Sunday - February 9, 2025 -- Super Bowl Maintenance at JSI
2025-02-09 | Johnson’s Shut-Ins State Park, 148 Taum Sauk Trail, Middle Brook, MO, 63656
Sunday – February 9, 2025 — Super Bowl Maintenance at JSI
Come out and help do some tread rehab on the OT — at Johnson Shutins.
We’ll meet up at either Taum Sauk TH or Johnson Shutins visiter center depending on the number of volunteers we have.
We’ll have a couple of sites we can go in an do some maintenance b
We’ll have exact location details the Monday before the event.
We generally meet up by 8:15am at the location — so stay tuned for more details.
As allways , wear sturdy hiking shoes/boots, bring a lunch, at least 2 liters of water and weather appropriate clothing.
We’ll watch the weather and make sure we have a good weather window.
The OTA will provide all tools, and safey gear.

CANCELLED Fri-Sun -- LADIES Weekend At Round Spring
2025-02-21 08:00 - 2025-02-23 17:00 | Current River State Park, Hwy 19, Salem, MO
Fri-Sun — LADIES Weekend At Round Spring
Join the OTA’s one and only Kathie Brennan for her traditional Ladies Weekend at Round Spring.
Come out and help do some TLC on the OT — with Kathie
There’ll leaf blowers, loppers and trail tools along with all of the safety equipment needed.
We’ll have exact location details the Monday before the event.
Arrivals Friday night and beds will be available. There is always dinner on Sat night as well as a light breakfast on Sunday morning
As allways , wear sturdy hiking shoes/boots, bring a lunch, at least 2 liters of water and weather appropriate clothing.
We’ll watch the weather and make sure we have a good weather window.

March 1, 2025 -- Tread Maintenance on the OT CANCELLED
2025-03-01 | Courtois Trail Section, Berryman, MO, United States
March 1, 2025 — Tread Maintenance on the OT
the work location has been moved to the southern section of the Courtois to just north of Hazel Creek
We’ll meet up at the OTA house in Potosi at 9am
Come out and help do some tread rehab on the OT —
This maintenance helps the OTA fulfill its volunteer hours committment to the USFS .
we’ll have a couple of sites we can go in an do some badly tread work not far from Potosi.
We’ll have exact location details the Monday before the event.
We generally meet up by 8:15am at the location — so stay tuned for more details.
As allways , wear sturdy hiking shoes/boots, bring a lunch, at least 2 liters of water and weather appropriate clothing.
We’ll watch the weather and make sure we have a good weather window.
The OTA will provide all tools, and safety gear.

Saturday .. March 8 , 2025 -- CANCELED OT Maintenance on The Courtois
2025-03-08 | Ozark Trail Association Office, 406 West High Street, Potosi, Missouri, 63664
Greetings! I’m reaching out to everyone registered for this coming weekend based out of the OTA House in Potosi as we do maintenance Saturday on the Courtois section of the OT.
Need to know details:
When: We will gather at 8:30 am at the OTA House in Potosi, MO.. From there, we will drive to the work location on Pigeon Roost Rd just south of HWY 8 — about 20 mins from the house.. It will be good gravel road so all vehicles can travel on them with no problem. Be sure to wear layers as it will be chilly in the morning and then get to around 50 degrees in the afternoon. It may be cloudy so, it there may be a chill in the air throughout the day. Bring a lunch and plenty of water. I will have a stove and can heat soup or water to make cocoa and coffee. We won’t be working too far from where the cars are parked. Bring appropriate clothing to work on the trail digging dirt and wear good hiking boots or shoes. The OTA will supply gloves, safety glasses, helmets and tools.
Where: The OTA House is we are basing out of this weekend. It is located on 406 West High St. The house is just west of the 4-way stop at the Court House — this s Hwy 8 directly across from the Hwy 185 intersection.
Housing/camping: You can stay over at the OTA House either camping in the yard or we have some limited sleeping space for 3 or 4 people in the house.
What to bring: Camping gear if you are camping in the yard) personal care items(there is a shower), food other than what the OTA is providing dinner on Saturday. We will be coming off the trail by 3PM and head for dinner by 4PM for those who wish to stay.
On the Trail: With any work on the OT, you need to wear sturdy boots, long pants, dress in weather appropriate layers.

Ozark Trail Association Monthly Business Meeting - March 2025
2025-03-11 19:00 - 21:00 | Zoom

Sat-Mar 15 OTA Trivia Night celebrating St. Patrick's Day wearing of the Green!
2025-03-15 08:00 - 17:00 | Affton Elks, 6330 Heege Road, MO, 63123
Mark your calendars and get yourself ready for the 2025 OTA Trivia Night. Doors open at 5:30 PM — Trivia starts at 7 PM.
Let’s celebrate “All Things Green” this night as it’s always a fun time with your OTA family and friends. We’ll have a special prize for the ‘Best showing of the Green.” Plus we will again have an awesome Silent Auction and raffle for some amazing items as well as our “Priceless” Ozark Trail items. Cash bar and soft drinks will be provided. Outside food is allowed.
PLEASE sign up via email to kathie.brennan55@gmail.com Please provide your name, how many tables and any other information. Table assignments will be provided at the check in table. Cost is $20 per person.
The venue is the Elks Club, 6330 Heege Rd, St. Louis, Mo 63123

Directions: I-55 North to exit on Reavis Barracks Rd. Reavis Barracks becomes MacKenzie Rd. Take it North accross Gravois Rd to Heege Rd. Left on Heege half block to Lodge Facility.

St. Patty's Whoopin It Up In Winona
2025-03-21 08:00 - 2025-03-26 17:00 | Winona USFS Facility, Winona, MO
Fri-Wed March 21-26, 2025 – St. Patty’s Whoopin It Up In Winona
The OTA wraps p the St. Patricks Day celebrations with Jigs on the southern sections of the OT.
We’ll be doing tread rehab and regular trail maintenance.
The USFS housing in Winona right on Hwy 19 will be utilized so there should be a bed for anyone who wants to come out for a day or 5.
Come out and help do some tread rehab on the OT —
This maintenance helps the OTA fulfill its volunteer hours commitment to the USFS.
We’ll have exact location details the Monday before the event.We generally meet up by 8:15am at the location — so stay tuned for more details.
As always , wear sturdy hiking shoes/boots, bring a lunch, at least 2 liters of water and weather appropriate clothing.
We’ll watch the weather and make sure we have a good weather window.
The OTA will provide all tools, and safety gear.
