As has become almost a habit this fall, we quit work early enough on Saturday to steal away for some autumnal fun — this time visiting the final day of Stockton’s Black Walnut Festival. Stockton is the home of Hammons Black Walnuts — the worlds largest supplier of black walnuts. Due to Hammons, Stockton has … More Black Walnut Festival 2023
The dirt road is dotted with history. Quaint country homes, stone spring-houses, and the ruins of an old school house drift past the windows as we drove our way into the past. Finally, we saw the sign for Hullston Mill Historical Park, and we knew we are almost there. When we heard about the primitive … More Our Visit to the 26th Bois D’Arc Primitive Skills Gathering and Knap-In
“It is not the weapon you are given, but how you choose to wield it,” cried a voice on the microphone as three iron-clad knights engaged in an epic tournament. The competition was bordered by cheers, laughter, and applause as members of The Iron Alliance battled with a pillow, frying pan, and fishing rod. My … More 7C’s Annual Meadfest
In the rolling Ozarks foothills of rural Dade County, there rests the sleepy little town of Dadeville. With a population of just over 200, Dadeville doesn’t take long to explore. There are a couple churches, a café, some small businesses, as well as several tidy homes — some with gardens and even bee hives. A … More 4th of July in Dadeville, MO
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