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ROLLIN' ON THE RIVER
by BARBARA OSTMANN
Looking for a summer adventure on the water? The Great River Rumble provides avid kayakers the opportunity to take on a different river each year, but don’t mistake this as a “float” trip, as this week-long “paddle” is hard work, as Show-Me Missouri contributor Barbara Ostmann will vouch after surviving the 2012 Rumble from Jefferson City to the Mississippi River confluence.


BELOW THE SURFACE
by DIANA LAMBDIN MEYER
Missouri is known for its beautiful lakes and activities on the water, but only the exclusive club of divers...including the famed Jacques Cousteau...have ventured to the unknown world that lies below those waters.

WHERE THE DISNEY MAGIC BEGAN
by JIM WINNERMAN
Walt Disney spent only a few short years of his childhood in Marceline, but it was here that young Walt discovered the magic that would bring smiles and happiness to generations to come as he built a world around his boyhood memories.

MISSOURI'S OTHER HOME OF PROFESSIONAL SPORTS
by GARY ELLISON
Both St. Louis and Kansas City are known for their professional sports teams, but Missouri’s third-largest city, Springfield, has developed into an affordable alternative for sports fans as professional athletes from baseball, tennis and golf play here every year.




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Remember Whenby BARBARA BAIRD
National Archery Hall of Fame, Springfield

Taste of Missouriby ELIZABETH HEY
Caledonia BBQ, Caledonia


Fairs & Festivalsby BARBARA BAIRD
Old Drum Day Festival, Warrensburg

Places to Stayby ELIZABETH HEY
The Bradford House, Branson











ABOUT THIS MAGAZINE
Every issue of Show-Me Missouri is designed with a single purpose in mind—showcasing our state through inspiring words and stunning photography. Published 4 times a year, it is the only magazine dedicated exclusively to Missouri travel and tourism. It truly is the next best thing to being here!