Anglers younger than 16 may obtain a free trout tag at Roaring River State Park. The Missouri Department of Conservation will offer instructions in trout fishing, fish cleaning, and other fish activities. Awards will be given to successful anglers.

A celebration honoring Vernon County's rich, largely Southern heritage, its unique Civil War experience and the valor, devotion and sacrifices of its people. Enjoy local talent; craft and food vendors; a carnival; baby and toddler shows; Colgate Country Showdown; living history venues; a car cruise-in; hot-air balloons; square dancers; quilt show; parade; motorcycle show; and well known entertainers.

Scottish Festival and Games complete with highland dancing; bagpipes; professional and amateur heavy athletics competitions; sword fighting; Scottish history and culture; animals; vendors; Scottish food and drink; children’s games; clans; Celtic music with The Elders on Friday night and Barley Juice on Saturday night; British car show; whisky tasting; tea tasting. Held at EH Young Park.

Get a close-up look at the ruby-throated hummingbird at Montauk State Park’s naturalist’s headquarters. Researcher Lanny Chambers will captures and study and band these fascinating little flying machines.