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MARCH 1 OPENING DAY OF 2011 MISSOURI
STATE CATCH-AND-KEEP TROUT SEASON. Bennett Spring State Park, Maramec Spring
Park, Montauk State Park, and Roaring River State Park. Many BIG fish
will greet the large numbers of enthusiastic anglers on this exciting first day
of the regular trout season. An Ozark tradition!
MARCH 12
MONTAUK ARBOR DAY. Montauk State Park. Free tree seedlings will be
handed out to park visitors at the Dorman L. Steelman Lodge between the hours of
9:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m. Let's take time to grow a tree for future generations.
Plant a tree at home and let's help "Shade America!" Trees provided courtesy of
the Missouri Department of Conservation's George O. White State Forest Nursery.
MARCH 13 START OF 2011 DAYLIGHT
SAVING TIME. Daylight Saving Time (DST) begins the second Sunday in
March (March 13th), and ends the first Sunday in November (November 6th).
MARCH 19 MEN'S TROUT FISHING TOURNAMENT.
Montauk State Park. A trout tournament will be held for gentlemen of
any age. Two classes in the tournament include fly and bait categories. Two
winners in each class, heaviest trout and heaviest stringer of trout. Gift
certificates will be awarded to winners. Participants can register for the
tournament in the Dorman L. Steelman Lodge. Tournament hours are 7:30 a.m. to
2:00 p.m. Central Daylight Saving Time.
MARCH 26
LADIES' TROUT TOURNAMENT. Montauk State Park. Ladies of any age can
participate in this trout fishing tournament. Participants will register at the
Dorman L. Steelman Lodge. Two classes of fishing will be allotted, one for fly
fishing and the other for bait fishing. Two winners in each class, heaviest
trout, and heaviest stringer of trout. Gift certificates will be awarded to
winners that are redeemable for merchandise at the Montauk Lodge. Tournament
hours are 7:30 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Central Daylight Saving Time.
APRIL 9 SPRING WILDFLOWER EVENT. Montauk State
Park. This event includes a study guide and hands-on wildflower search.
This educational activity will be held from 9:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. Pre-register
at the park office or call (573) 548-2201 between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and
4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday, for registration.
APRIL 16
SPRING WILDFLOWER EVENT. Montauk State Park. This event includes a
study guide and hands-on wildflower search. It will be held from 9:00 a.m. to
11:30 a.m. and will aid visitors in identifying later spring blooming
wildflowers. Pre-register at the park office or call (573) 548-2201 between the
hours of 8:00 a.m. and 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday.
APRIL 24 EASTER SUNDAY LUNCHEON BUFFET. Montauk State
Park. A very special Easter Sunday Food Buffet will be prepared and
served by the chefs of the Dorman L. Steelman Lodge and will be available for
diners in the Lodge restaurant between the hours of 11:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m.
MAY 7 SPRING KIDS' FISHING DAY - BENNETT
& MONTAUK. Bennett Spring State Park and Montauk State Park. Kids 15
and under get a free daily tag on this day, plus there will be special
attractions to delight the young anglers. Portions of the stream will be
reserved for kids fifteen and under. Rainbow trout will be restocked all day
long. Volunteers will be on hand to help kids fish. Prizes, contests, exhibits,
fly-fishing classes, free hotdogs, soda, and other free items. Note: similar
events will be held at Maramec Spring Park and Roaring River State Park on May
14th, 2011.
MAY 7 25th ANNUAL
DOGWOOD CAR & TRUCK FESTIVAL. Roaring River State Park. Enjoy the
beautiful sites of Cassville’s historic downtown square in the spring! An
informal competition and display of over a hundred vehicles of various types—fun
for the entire family! Open to the public, free admission, live music and
concessions. For more information go to www.cassville.com.
MAY 7 LIVE HUMMINGBIRD BANDING
DEMONSTRATION. Montauk State Park. Take advantage of a unique
opportunity to get a close-up look at the Ruby-throated Hummingbird. Join
researcher and master bird bander Lanny Chambers of Fenton, Missouri, as he
captures and studies these fascinating little flying machines. Learn about these
hummingbirds as Chambers researches and bands them between 12 Noon and 4 p.m.
These demonstrations will take place in the campground at the campground host
campsite (campsite #401) and are free.
MAY 8
MOTHER'S DAY SPECIAL SUNDAY BUFFET. Montauk State Park. Bring your
mother to a Sunday food buffet distinctively prepared with her in mind on this
very special day. The chefs of the Montauk Lodge will be rendering some of their
finest cuisine and assembling it on a decorated serving buffet that will be
available between the hours of 11:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. for Mom and her family's
dining pleasure.
MAY 12 SENIORS
CITIZENS' TROUT FISHING TOURNAMENT. Montauk State Park. This trout
tournament will be open to any man or woman 60 years of age or older. Two
classes will be designated, fly or bait. Two prizes will be awarded to winners
in each class for heaviest trout, and heaviest stringer of trout. Gift
certificates will be presented to the winners upon completion of the tournament.
Registration will be at the Dorman L. Steelman Lodge. Tournament hours are 6:30
a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
MAY 14 SPRING
KIDS' FREE FISHING DAY - MARAMEC & ROARING. Maramec Spring Park and Roaring
River State Park. Kids 15 and under get a free daily tag on this day,
plus there will be special attractions to delight the young anglers. This really
is an event that is great for the kids. Don't forget to bring your camera!
MAY 21 MONTAUK STATE PARK'S OPEN HOUSE
FOR PARK VISITORS. Montauk State Park. An open house will be held at
the Outdoor Amphitheater located in the campground to give visitors an
opportunity to ask questions and receive some useful information pertaining to
future development and direction of Montauk State Park. Visitors may also review
the park's stream and natural resource management plans. The meeting will be
held from 8:00 p.m. to 9:15 p.m. Please make plans to attend this informative
meeting.
May 28 7th ANNUAL
FLY FISHING EXPO. Reading's Fly Shop. This year's expo will
include casting demonstrations, fly tying demonstrations, and will be your
chance to visit with representatives of major tackle manufacturers from
around the country. New for 2011 will be booth rentals for those who want
to swap or trade flies and tackle. Saturday only, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Reading's Fly Shop, 11937 Highway 64, one mile east of Bennett Spring State
Park. For information, call (417) 588-4334.
JUNE 4 ARCHAEOLOGY DAY.
Montauk State Park. Learn about how artifacts are excavated. See
arrowheads and pottery, and watch an Atllatl thrown. Enjoy looking at fur pelts.
See demonstrations of prehistoric Native American skills including flint
knapping. Children are invited to paint rocks. Local artifacts will be displayed
and visitors can bring artifacts for identification by a professional
archeologist. This event will run from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. and will be held in the
open field in front of the trout pools.
JUNE 11 -12
FREE FISHING DAYS. Bennett Spring State Park, Maramec Spring Park, Montauk State
Park, and Roaring River State Park. Daily trout fishing tag and fishing
license will not be required for individuals fishing in the Missouri trout parks
on these specific dates (only). Come join in and fish for free during this
annual event. (Free fishing weekend is always the weekend following the first
Monday in June.) Fishing hours: 6:30 a.m. to 8:30 p.m. For more information, see
www.mdc.mo.gov/fishing/learn-fish/free-fishing-days.
JUNE 11
FLY FISHING CLINIC. Montauk State Park. A fly fishing clinic will be
held adjacent to the Dorman L. Steelman Lodge that experienced and proficient
anglers will conduct for all ages. Both fly fishing and casting techniques will
be demonstrated and participants will be given an opportunity to practice
casting techniques in an open field area. Trout park fishing strategies and
successful trout fishing tactics will also be discussed. Meet adjacent to the
Lodge in the large open field at 1:00 p.m. Registration is not required.
JUNE 13 FLAG DAY/MONTAUK/USA. Montauk State
Park. Visitors will have the opportunity to view the many American
Flags that will be on display throughout the park on cabins, the lodge, and in
the campground. Celebrate Flag Day in Montauk/Missouri/USA with us!
JUNE 18 STREAM WATER QUALITY MONITORING
DEMONSTRATION. Montauk State Park. Learn how to monitor stream
conditions and form a Stream Team in your area. Aquatic insects are biological
indicators of the health of a stream. Learn how trained monitors capture and
identify these species. Plus, learn how to measure stream discharge and do
streamside chemical monitoring. The water quality monitoring demonstrations will
be held on the Current River. The in-stream hands-on training session will help
fly anglers learn to identify aquatic insects. Guests that attend the
demonstration will each receive a magnification cube and handout on aquatic
macroinvertebrates. The session will be held from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 noon. Meet
just below the Mo. Hwy 119 Bridge in the park. No charge for workshop.
AUGUST 6 SUMMER'S END CHILDREN'S FREE
FISHING DAY. Montauk State Park. No daily trout fishing tag fee will be
required for children ages 15 and under on this day only to fish in Montauk
State Park. The children must pick up children's free fishing tags at the Lodge
on Friday evening after 7:00 p.m. or anytime on Saturday. The tags are required
for kids fishing on this day. Youngsters can fish anywhere inside the park; no
designated fishing area will be set aside. Adults must have daily trout tag to
assist children by holding their fishing rod with their fishing activities.
Children: you are invited to join in and fish for free, before the busy school
year gets underway.
AUGUST 13 KIDS'
TROUT FISHING TOURNAMENT. Montauk State Park. This tournament is
limited to 15 year old or under girls or boys. Two age categories: one group
will be for ages 11 years and under, and another group will be established for
anglers 12 years of age and up to and including 15 years of age. Registration
will be at the Dorman L. Steelman Lodge. Two prizes awarded in each age group,
for heaviest trout and stringer of trout, by a random drawing of all entries at
2:00 p.m. in the lodge. Gift certificates will be awarded to winners. Tournament
hours are 7:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Other prizes awarded courtesy of the Ray Parker
Memorial.
AUGUST 20 BACK TO
SCHOOL KIDS FISHING DAY. Roaring
River State Park. Anglers under the age of 16 can sign up to obtain a
free trout tag. Educational instruction in trout fishing, fish cleaning, etc.,
will be available. Awards will be handed out to successful anglers. This event
is sponsored by the Department of Natural Resources, Missouri Department of
Conservation and Roaring River Emory Melton Inn and Conference Center.
Event Time: 7:00 AM - 8:00 PM
AUGUST 20 LIVE HUMMINGBIRD
BANDING DEMONSTRATION. Montauk State Park. Take advantage of this
second opportunity to get a close-up look at the Ruby-throated Hummingbird. Join
researcher and master bird bander Lanny Chambers of Fenton, Missouri, as he
captures and studies these fascinating little flying machines. Learn about these
hummingbirds as Chambers researches and bands them between 12 Noon and 4 p.m.
These demonstrations will take place in the campground, at the campground host
campsite (campsite #401), and are free.
SEPTEMBER 10 - 11
MISSOURI TROUT FISHERMEN'S ASSOCIATION TOURNAMENT. Montauk State Park.
The tournament is open to all visitors. Register to participate in the derby at
the Dorman L. Steelman Lodge on Friday night between 6:30 p.m. and 8:15 p.m., or
on Saturday morning from 6:30 a.m. to 8:00 a.m. Anglers entering the tournament
will pay an entry fee and prizes will be awarded for tagged fish caught during
the derby. The prizes will be awarded to all winners on Sunday at 12:00 noon at
the J. Ben Searcy Building.
OCTOBER 1 - 2
THE 48th ANNUAL ROSE HOLLAND TROUT DERBY. Montauk State Park.
Participants will have the opportunity to fish for tagged trout during this
popular fishing derby. Anglers catching tagged trout will receive prizes awarded
on Sunday just after the derby ends at 12 noon. Nature Bingo for prizes will be
held on Friday at 6 p.m. at the campground amphitheater. An Old Time Cruise-In
Car Show will be held at the Searcy Building on Friday night at 4:00 p.m. And
“Hikes for your Heart” on Saturday, plus other activities will fill the weekend
with fun, entertainment, and excitement for all.
OCTOBER 7
-9 WONDERS OF WILDLIFE SCHOOL. Roaring River State Park.
The National Outdoor Recreation and Conservation School is a hands-on learning
experience for individuals of all ages and offers a great opportunity for
families to share quality time together. Participants can choose from several
different course topics for both the beginner and experienced outdoor
enthusiast. For more information about the W.O.W. School, go to the Wonders of
Wildlife website located at
www.wondersofwildlife.org/Page/Conservation-Education-WOW-School-RRSP.aspx
OCTOBER 8 – 9 OLD
IRON WORKS DAYS. Maramec Spring Park. The second full weekend in
October is "Old Iron Works Days" at Maramec Spring Park. For more information,
visit the "Old Iron Works Days" page on The James Foundation's website located
at
www.maramecspringpark.com/maramec/oldiron/index.html.
OCTOBER 22 A HAUNTING AT THE MONTAUK MILL. Montauk State
Park. See bats, hear voices, and see images of Ghosts from the Past.
The old Grist Mill is where we bring the past back to life. Come to Montauk Mill
on Saturday at 6:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. with three separate tours, 6:30, 7:00, and
7:30. Experience a unique night tour of the Mill. Hear lingering voices of Ozark
pioneers and see mysteries of the deep. Who knows what spirits and historic
characters may appear by night from the long times past!
OCTOBER 31 LAST DAY OF 2011 CATCH-AND-KEEP TROUT SEASON.
Bennett Spring State Park, Maramec Spring Park, Montauk State Park, Roaring
River State Park. The regular Missouri trout season, which opened March
1st, closes October 31.
NOVEMBER 6
END OF DAYLIGHT SAVING TIME FOR 2011. Daylight Saving Time (DST), which
began the second Sunday in March (March 13th), ends the first Sunday in November
(November 6th 2011).
NOVEMBER 11
OPENING DAY OF 2011 - 2012 WINTER CATCH-AND-RELEASE SEASON. Bennett Spring State
Park, Maramec Spring Park, Montauk State Park, Roaring River State Park.
During the winter season Bennett, Montauk, and Roaring are open for fishing from
8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. on Fridays, Saturdays, Sundays, and Mondays only. Maramec
is open seven days a week. The winter catch-and-release season is always the
second Friday in November to the second Monday in February.
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