Missouri

Hiking, Canoeing and an Amazing Underground Adventure in the Ozarks

Program No. 20269RJ

Discover the pristine beauty of the Ozarks and learn about the region’s natural history through hikes, cave walks, canoeing adventures and a pontoon ride on an underground lake!

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Walking/Hiking Multi-Sport Outdoor Adventures Small Group Retreats Nature & Environment

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6 days

5 nights

15 meals

5B 5L 5D

Check-in, Registration, Orientation, Welcome Dinner

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Nature Hike, Onondaga Cave State Park

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Mud Cave Tour, Archery & Riflery, Canoeing & Ecology Lesson

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Cold Springs Hike, Bonne Terre Mine, Free Evening

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Zip Line, Edg-Clif Winery, Campfire

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Program Concludes

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At a Glance

Set amidst thousands of acres of forest-covered hills, a pristine lake and near one of America’s most remarkable underground playgrounds, Trout Lodge is an outdoor enthusiast’s paradise in the Ozarks. Join the outdoor staff to experience the natural history of the area on a hike, canoe Sunnen Lake and learn about aquatic ecology, try your hand at archery or riflery and take a pontoon ride on an underground lake. You can even learn about horses at the Triangle Y ranch and go for a ride. You’ll be amazed at all the activities so close!

Activity Level

Outdoor: Spirited

I enjoy getting my heart going on my bike or on trails. Nothing beats the thrill of taking on a rewarding climb or ride on varied terrain with inclines. Let’s keep moving — occasional stops only, please.

Small Group

Love to learn and explore in a small-group setting? These adventures offer small, personal experiences with groups of 13 to 24 participants.

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Voted one of America’s Top 100 Adventures, take a pontoon ride on the underground lake in the Bonne Terre Mine.
Venture out on a naturalist-led hike to a mud cave, then explore inside.
Visit a local winery to sample local wines, try line dancing with ranch staff and enjoy a campfire under the stars!

General Notes

The Retreat Difference: This is a Road Scholar Retreats program. Our Retreat programs offer a tranquil respite from daily life in locales that lend themselves to outdoor exploration, reflection, or study. The accommodations may be basic in nature, but the facilities offer communal spaces to gather and to relax. During the week, opportunities usually exist for some combination of light exercise, a locally sourced meal, or evening entertainment. Due to the nature of this program, listening devices are not available.

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