January Float on the James River!

January 21, 2020

On January 26th (Sunday), join your host, Gary Tombridge, on the James River (Shelvin Rock Access to Hootentown Access = 6 miles). If interested, meet at Shelvin Rock Access at by 10am to run shuttle. Contact Gary Tombridge at 417.861.6056 for any further info or details.

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Level 4 Whitewater Canoe Instructor Certification!

December 19, 2019

Level 4 Whitewater Canoe Instructor Certification Exam in Spring of 2020. The course will be held on the Cossatot River in Arkansas. • March 13-15th (Instructor Development Workshop)• April 10-12th (Instructor Certification Exam) The course is listed as a 40 hour course to become an instructor. Prior to the course each candidate will receive 3-4 […]

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2020 Kayak Roll Classes!

December 17, 2019

NOTE AS OF 3/17/20:  Due to unforeseen circumstances and health concerns, the Ozark Mtn. Paddlers will be cancelling our next series of social gatherings until further notice.  Please stay tuned to your preferred news programs and our website for any updates or further details on the COVID-19 virus and any related precautions/advisories.  We apologize for […]

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First Quarter Calendar 2020!

December 17, 2019

NOTE AS OF 3/17/20:  Due to unforeseen circumstances and health concerns, the Ozark Mtn. Paddlers will be cancelling our next series of social gatherings until further notice.  Please stay tuned to your preferred news programs and our website for any updates or further details on the COVID-19 virus and any related precautions/advisories.  We apologize for […]

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December Float on the Niangua River!

December 5, 2019

Join your host, Marty Zerr, on Sunday, Dec 8th for a float on the Niangua River (Bennett Springs Access to Barclay Access = 6.3miles).  Yes, it is kid friendly.  Meet at Walmart Glenstone and Kearney in Springfield, MO (CLICK FOR DIRECTIONS) at 9:30 or 10:30 at put-in.   Call or text Marty at 417-818-8981.  See […]

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2019 OMP X-mas Party!

November 7, 2019

Come join us for our annual X-mas party! Dec. 7th (SATURDAY) from 7pm – 10pm at B2 (B Squared) Cafe (CLICK HERE for location map) We will have catered appetizers, a beer and wine CASH BAR available (NO BYOB ALLOWED at this event, sorry!), a slideshow with many pictures and video clips of paddling experiences […]

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Buffalo River – Trip Report – 10/26/19 – 10/27/19

November 4, 2019

What started as 10 people being interested in the Buffalo River overnighter dwindled to 6, then 5, then 4. While 3 of us were having coffee at the Lead Hill Diner, the 4th texted to say they were having car trouble and had to turn back.  So, after a leisurely and filling breakfast, Chris Torrisi, […]

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October Float on the Lower Buffalo!

September 24, 2019

On Oct. 26th-27th (Saturday & Sunday), join your hosts, Terri Bradley and Chris Torisi, on the Lower Buffalo River (Dillard’s Ferry to Rush Landing = 8.9 miles). This will be an OVERNIGHT FLOAT with gravel bar camping and a chicken fajita dinner on Saturday night.  Please bring a side dish if you will be attending […]

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September Float on the North Fork!

September 24, 2019

On September 28th (Saturday), join your host, Gary Tombridge, on the beautiful, spring fed North Fork River (Blair Bridge to PP Bridge = 6 miles). Meet at the put-in at Blair Bridge on County Rd. 354, off Hwy 181/H Hwy, south of Dora, MO (CLICK FOR DIRECTIONS) at 10:00am -or– meet in the parking lot […]

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Fourth Quarter Calendar 2019!

September 11, 2019

***NOTE: These dates, times, and events are subject to change at any given time.  Please check this website for updates and further detailed posts.*** • The last day of 2019 memberships is on Sept. 30 (MONDAY) • Memberships for 2020 will be due on October 1st (TUESDAY).  CLICK HERE to download an OMP Members Application […]

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