ST. LOUIS — There's no outdoor summer activity that is "more Missouri" than a float trip. It's all about connecting with nature and having a good time on the water, whether you choose to float by ...

Those looking to make the most of the warmer months in southwest Missouri should make their way to any of the great rivers the area has to offer. Whether you’re a seasoned kayaker with your own gear ...

KANSAS CITY, Mo. – If you’re looking for a different way to view the autumn scenery, you can take advantage of the free guided Missouri River float trips offered by the Missouri Department of ...

Do you have favorite memories from your last Missouri float trip? Unfortunately, I haven’t been so lucky. But, I’ve been tasked with creating some guides to summer travel in driving distance of Kansas ...

Powerboats are not allowed on the largest natural lake in Missouri, so it’s peaceful in a way that few publicly accessible lakes are today. The Creve Coeur Sailing Association is the group to connect ...

*Refers to the latest 2 years of stltoday.com stories. Cancel anytime. Missouri has long been a destination for outdoors enthusiasts who enjoy leisurely floats on our clear streams as the current ...

KANSAS CITY, Mo. – The Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) is hosting a 12-mile canoe trip at 9 a.m. on Saturday, September 6, floating the Missouri River from Nodaway Island Access to French ...

After being outfitted with life jackets, the group listens to safety instructions for their half-day float with Missouri River Excursions on Friday, June 6, 2014. The new rafting operation recently ...

SOMEWHERE IN THE BADLANDS, N.D. -- The canoe had lurched to a halt with an unceremonious "scrok!" on top of a boulder hidden just below the currents that now swirled around us. We were, quite ...

ST. JOSEPH, Mo. — Paddle trips are a great way to get exercise, socialize, and develop a new skill while admiring the natural beauty of Missouri’s waterways. Join the Missouri Department of ...

There is a rhythm to canoeing that is connected to the natural cycles of the river. You reach forward to dig a paddle into the water and then pull that paddle along the hull of the canoe, propelling ...