So what is the Lake of the Ozarks Shootout?

The Lake of the Ozarks Shootout is the largest unsanctioned boat race in the United States. Official speeds on the new Captain Ron's course have hit 208 mph in each of the last two years.
Last year's Top Gun winner "My Way" had to scratch this year's event due to an earlier accident. There is so much more to the Shootout besides racing such as: treasure hunt, golf tournament, concerts, street party,  PWC dam run, mini shootout (a remote controled boat race) and more!!
It is exciting to see boats fly down the mile long course, but the most rewarding part is to see the checks going out to local fire departments and charities.
For more information go to: www.lakeoftheozarksshootout.org.

Events for August 17-26, 2012

Let's start with the weekend weather.

Friday, Saturday and Sunday the highs are suppose to be in the mid 80's and lows in the mid 50's with sunny skies and only a 10% chance of rain. So it sounds like an absolutely beautiful weekend to spend at the lake.

This weekend marks the beginning of the Lake of the Ozarks Shootout. This event actually runs for a total of 10 days so it covers both this weekend and next. Here is the schedule:

Friday August 17, 2012

Third Annual Central R/C Powerboats Mini Shootout at Kelley's Landing on the 60 mile marker.
5:00pm:  Registration and meet and greet.

Saturday August 18, 2012

Third Annual Central R/C Powerboats Mini Shootout at Kelley's Landing.
9am - Noon: Practice runs
Noon - 1pm: Lunch and open swimming
1pm - 5pm: Qualifying runs
5pm: Awards
7pm: Live Entertainment

Sunday August 19, 2012

Third Annual Central R/C Powerboats Mini Shootout at Kelley's Landing
9am - Noon: Top gun racing
Noon - 1pm: Lunch and open swimming
1pm - 4pm: Final top gun racing
Awards Ceremony following racing

Sunday August 19, 2012

Shootout Benefit Golf Tournament at Old Kinderhook Golf Course
Noon: Registration and lunch
1pm: Shotgun start
Awards party immediately following golf

Monday August 20, 2012

The Great Shootout Treasure Hunt at Captain Ron's and Buccaneer Bay
5pm - 6pm: Dinner and drinks
6pm - 7pm: Treasure Hunt
7pm - 8pm: Check out and presentation of awards


Tuesday August 21, 2012

Shootout PWC Dam Run
9am: Registration at Surdyke Yamaha
10am: Start from Surdyke Yamaha to Truman Dam to Shorty Pants
5pm - 6pm: Post Party at Shorty Pants

Wednesday August 22, 2012

Charter's Shootout on the Strip Street Party
6pm - 10pm: Race boats lined up for meet and greet on the Bagnell Dam Strip

Thursday August 23, 2012

8am - 4pm: Vendor Booth and Racer Village set up at Captain Ron's Buccaneer Bay
Noon - 4pm: Charter's Wishing on a Ride Powerboat Rides at Captain Ron's dock 3
4pm - 11pm: Meet and greet with racers
6pm - 8pm: Shootout Benefit Auction at Captain Ron's
8pm: Live Entertainment at Captain Ron's

Friday August 24, 2012

7:30am - 7pm: Poly Lift Poker Run
9am - 5pm: Racer Village and Vendor booths open to public at Captain Ron's Buccaneer Bay
10am - 4pm: Registration at Cannonball Beach at Captain Ron's
7pm: Live Entertainment at Captain Ron's

Saturday August 25, 2012

8am - 4pm: Registration at Cannonball Beach at Captain Ron's
9am - 5pm: Racer Village and Vendor booths open to the public at Captain Ron's Buccaneer Bay
10am - 5pm: Shootout racing
7pm - 1am: Entertainment at Captain Ron's

Sunday August 26, 2012

8am - 3pm: Registration at Cannonball Beach
10am: National Anthem
9am - 4pm: Racer Village and Vendor booths open
10am - 3pm: Shootout racing
4pm: Awards ceremony

Gonna be a great weekend !!

As the weekend quickly approaches I have been busy finding some interesting and fun activities to add to my blog.

Let's start with the weekend weather, because it is looking wonderful.
Friday-        High- 87    Low- 58
Saturday-    High-90     Low-67
Sunday-      High- 89    Low- 68
Just a 20% chance of rain on Sunday.
Compared to the 100+ degree days we have been having these sound pretty darn good:)

Now on to events:

Both the Missouri State Fair and the Iowa State Fair have started and run thru August 19th.
Missouri State Fair- www.mostatefair.com
Aug 11- Montgomery Gentry
Aug 14- Paul Revere and the Raiders with Gary Lewis and the Playboys
Aug 16- Jake Owens and Colt Ford
Aug 17- Larry the Cable Guy
Aug 18- Hank Williams Jr.

Iowa State Fair- www.iowastatefair.org
Aug 10- Happy Together Tour
Aug 11- Larry the Cable Guy
Aug 12- Miranda Lambert
Aug 14- The Band Perry
Aug 17- Hank Williams Jr.

Now here at the Lake of the Ozarks some of the weekend activities include:

Wave Runner Rodeo
Coconuts Caribbean Beach Bar & Grill
15208 Red Hollow Rd  (6MM) Gravois Mills, MO
Aug 10- Concert by Groove Pilots starting at 3pm
Aug 11- Races begin at 11am
For more info or to register: www.waverunnerrodeo.com

Hot Summer Nights Classic Car Cruise
Aug 10 at 6pm
Bagnell Dam Strip
Lake Ozark, MO

Climax Springs Mid-Summer Lake Poker Run
Aug 11 from 11am to 7pm
Begins at Runaway Resort 45MM
Ends in Cardinal Cove 71MM

It's weekend time again!!!!!!!

 Last weekend was great, our son, my sister, nephew and niece were here at the lake. We got to meet members of Sara's family, which was great. They stayed at the Fort Leonard Wood Recreation Area here on the lake, which is really nice. On the down side our A/C died over the weekend. They got it fixed on Thursday and I really appreciate the work these heating and air conditioning guys do.

Okay now on to this weekends events.
First off lets get the weather forecast out of the way. I could just basically say, yes it is still hot and staying that way. Friday 101 and slight chance of rain, Saturday 104 and yep slight chance of rain. Now for Sunday don't get too excited but 94, yes I said 94, and 30% chance of rain.

Events at the lake this weekend include:

20th Annual Hillbilly BBQ Cook-off
August 3-4th
Laurie Fairgrounds in Laurie, MO
Good food and fun!!

4th Annual Bagnell Dam Duck Drop
August 4th
Dam Bait Shop below Bagnell Dam
A day filled with family fun activities. The day begins with the 5K run and Waddle Walk at 8am.
The family fun zone is open 10am - 3pm. Duck race is at noon with  money raised going to
the Kiwanis Club.

It is also Missouri's tax free weekend for back to school items such as: school supplies, clothes and computers.

Hope you all have a great weekend!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Cold front came through!!

Wow, the cold front came through a short time ago. We got maybe enough rain to get the sidewalks wet and the temperature fell to 86 degrees. Tomorrow yep we are back to 100 and then the upper 90's for the rest of the weekend. For those of us old enough to remember when there was no air conditioning, then woohoo a window air conditioner for maybe one room of the house, we are so happy to embrace central air.
 I have heard they predicted above average temperatures until at least October, we will see if they are right. My worry is that gas prices have risen, they say food prices will be rising due to the dry conditions and heaven only knows what kind of electric bills we will be receiving soon. Where do normal everyday people get the extra money to pay all of this?
Ah well on to better news. My sister, my son, my nephew and his wife are headed for the lake this weekend. We will have a great time even if it is hot.
I hope eveyone has a great and safe weekend.

What to do this weekend?????

Yes, the weather man says it is going to stay nice and toasty here at the lake for the coming weekend.
Today is the coolest day forecasted out of the next 10. Today's high is suppose to be a nice cool 95 degrees. Saturday and Sunday are both going to be over that 100 degree mark again, with little to no chance of rain. Only real chance of rain in the forecast is a week from now and only a 30 percent chance at that. So besides enjoying (ha ha) the weather, what is going on this weekend?

On Saturday July 21st you can partake in AquaPalooza-the world's largest on water party.
It is from noon until 6pm at Dog Days Bar and Grill in Osage Beach.
Boaters are welcome to join the Lake of the Ozarks Marine Dealers Association as they host the "world's largest boat party" with entertainment and events. You can enjoy a great day of boating, coving out, jamming tunes and togetherness with family and friends. For info go to
www.aquapalooza.com or call 573-365-5382. Live music all afternoon and it's free!!!!!!!!!

Also on Saturday July 21 at 8:30pm you can go to Ha Ha Tonka State Park for the Night Hike.

So everybody have a great weekend!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Weekend of July 6th-8th,2012.

The 4th of July has now passed, but at least the fireworks continue on.

It looks like another hot weekend is coming our way. Temperatures Friday and Saturday are expected to be in the 100 degree range again, but come Sunday we have a 30% chance of scattered storms and a high of 86. They are even saying maybe only 83 and chances of storms on Monday (I will believe it when I see it). We here at the lake could really use some rain, just like alot of other places.

Saturday July 7th you can observe the fireworks at Seven Springs Winery in Linn Creek, MO.
So celebrate the 4th of July on the 7th.
Sax on the Beach will be playing at the winery on Saturday July 7th from 1-6pm.
Sax on the Beach, prides themselves on being a highly professional and workable band that can please all crowds. Performing all over Missouri and surrounding areas, they cover a wide range of music styles varying from Etta James to Lady Gaga.
www.sevenspringswinery.com

Also remember that Bear Bottom Resort has fireworks every Satuday night during the summer, starting at about 9:30pm. Bear Bottom Resort is located on Lake Road 5-36 in Sunrise Beach, MO or by water at mile marker 38 on the Osage Arm of the lake.
573-374-6905

If you are looking for an evening of entertainment try out The Main Street Music Hall in Osage Beach, MO.

Friday night is the Main Street Opry show. An evening of great entertainment with everything from new country to legends impersonations with some comedy woven in.

Saturday night is the Reelin' in the Years show. Featuring music from the 60's, 70's and 80's.
Come experience the music of  The Beatles, Motown, Cher, the Blues Brothers and Tina Turner.

Show time both nights is 8pm.

I am hoping everyone will have a great weekend and please keep yourself and your loved ones safe.