A roundup of links to other websites with news and articles we’ve found interesting this month. Plus a list of the new and updated posts on Ozarks Walkabout in August.
Mark Twain national Forest News
August 31, 2012
Heading out into Mark Twain National Forest this weekend? The Forest service advises that you keep clear of river banks and rock bars and watch out for flash flooding on creek crossings. read more
MDC has lifted its statewide fire ban on all conservation areas effective immediately
August 31, 2012
The Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) has lifted its statewide fire ban on all conservation areas effective immediately. According to MDC, the remnants of tropical storm Isaac are bringing significant rain to most of the state. read more
Volunteers needed for cleanup day at Smithville Lake
August 29, 2012
Volunteers are welcome for the 23rd Annual Smithville Lake Federal Lands Cleanup Day 8 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. on Sept. 15. Participants should check in at the Jerry Litton Visitor Center at the south end of the dam on Route DD. read more
Wildfire danger remains high in rural areas
August 29, 2012
Kansas City, Mo. — The recent scattered rains across west Missouri provided a temporary break from drought in an unusually hot summer, but the moisture was not sufficient to end wildfire dangers. The public is urged to avoid burning in outdoor areas and be careful with spark sources such as lit cigarettes and farm machinery, said Mark Nelson, a regional forestry supervisor for the Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC). Many counties and all MDC conservation areas still have burn bans in place. read more
MDC feral hog removal efforts making progress on public lands
August 15, 2012
Feral hogs have a reputation for being belligerent. We’ve not seen any but we have seen evidence of them. MDC asks that anyone spotting feral hogs on an MDC conservation area contacts their local MDC office or conservation agent. Feral hogs spotted on private lands can be reported to MDC offices or to the USDA Wildlife Services at 573-449-3033, ext. 13.
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Trees that are brown may not be down
August 22, 2012
Trees all across Missouri are turning brown. Some have dropped their leaves and look dead, but looks can be deceiving. The Missouri Department of Conservation has advice about how to tell if a tree is dead and how to help survivors.read more
Updates to our website – just in case you missed them
New Posts on Ozarks Walkabout
- Camping Tip – August 26, 2012
- Selecting a sleeping bag and what else do I need? – August 25, 2012
- Two nights camping at Big Bay Campground, Table Rock Lake, Missouri – August 18, 2012
- Berry Bend Campground – Harry S Truman Lake, Missouri – August 14, 2012
- Red Bluff Campground, Davisville, Missouri – August 12, 2012
- Trail Map – Sac River Trail, Springfield Missouri – August 8, 2012
- Forest Service Location Poster survey marker – August 8, 2012
Updated posts
- Gear Review: Montbell Super Spiral Sleeping Bags – August 25, 2012
- Gear Review: MSR Mutha Hubba tent – August 24, 2012
- Gear Review: Coleman Exponent Multi Fuel Stove – August 21, 2012
- Coleman Sunlight Ridge tent – August 13, 2012
- Big Bay Recreation Area, Shell Knob, Missouri – August 13, 2012