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Issue Alert
Last week, on Sept. 22, an Oregon County circuit judge ruled that the state of Missouri must sell or transfer approximately 625 acres of the 4,197 acre Eleven Point State Park.

The 625 acres is the part of the state park that falls within the
Wild and Scenic River Easement, and was the focus…[Read more]

PICNIC FLOAT INFO: We’re planning our group float to be on the Black River near Lesterville, MO on Saturday 12 Sept. Note – Lesterville is 45 minutes from Silvermines, and private access to put-ins & take-outs on the Black is somewhat limited.

To avoid the 2nd issue, we are going to work with Riversedge Campground…[Read more]

Assuming Black River is our best option (45 minutes from Silvermines). Based on river access points, it looks like we’ll need to work with a livery/campground to have a 5-6 mile float. Most places will charge $15-20 for portaging private boats; $40-46 for canoe rental. Looking for recommendations & thoughts. Please weigh in here.

FYI – In 2004 &…[Read more]

Put it on your calendar.  Details coming soon!