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It’s Summer Camp Season in the Ozarks

Sunday, July 1st, 2012
Children Camping

Ozarks summer camps keep children entertained while giving them a chance to meet new friends, get out and play, and learn useful skills.

It’s that time of year when the kids go off to make their own lasting summertime memories. Hopefully, they’ll have the same opportunities many of us had: time to slow down, get away from the routines of home and school, make new friends and learn new skills (or try to anyway). Ah…summer camp! It’s an especially beautiful experience here with the surrounding rivers, lakes and Ozark Mountains.

There are a number of summer camps offered in and around the Ozarks. A very popular camp is just over the border in Missouri. Kanakuk Kamps provides a premier Christian summer camp experience for youth ages 7-18. Fun and educational programs are age-appropriate and children enjoy the benefits of quality staff and facilities offering over 70 activities and sports. Parents can rest assured that their children are playing and learning in a safe and enriching place at Kanakuk Kamps.

Camp Barnabas is also nearby, in Purdy, Missouri. This Christian summer camp serves people with special needs and chronic illnesses, giving them a chance to learn, play and experience the beauty of the Ozarks in a safe, supportive environment. Camp Barnabas is a very special summer camp giving children opportunities they’ll remember for the rest of their lives.

While the kids are at camp, parents can also have a chance to get away from it all. Come to our Eureka Springs bed and breakfast to reconnect with nature and with each another. Treat yourselves to one of our luxurious guest rooms, suites or the Pearl Tatman Guest House and make it your home away from home.

There are so many things to see and do in Eureka Springs, you’ll want to return to enjoy them all. Eureka Springs’ Victorian charm is enhanced by the fine cultural and dining experiences available. The beautiful Ozarks Arkansas region also offers natural and man-made wonders such as the Cosmic Cavern and Thorncrown Chapel. Parents can have their own “summer camp,” seeing and learning new things, or just basking and relaxing in nature.

When camp is done, it’s just a short drive to pick up your children. What a refreshing way for the whole family to enjoy the summer break!

Visit Cosmic Caverns

Thursday, April 14th, 2011
Cosmic Cavern, Straws

Straws in Cosmic Cavern, near our Eureka Springs B&B.

Not far outside Eureka Springs is the wondrous Cosmic Cavern. It is great fun for all fit enough to negotiate through narrow passages and stairways. Many guests of our Eureka Springs AR Bed and Breakfast have been pleased with their visit to Cosmic Cavern.

The bottom has not yet been found in two subterranean lakes. There are fascinating formations of stalactites and stalagmites, flowstones, sodastraws, cave bacon, draperies, and helictites. Cosmic Cavern is home to blind cave trout and the Ozark Blind Cave Salamander – both of which exemplify how animals adapt to their living conditions.

Standard tours of Cosmic Cavern last over an hour. If you take this tour and have a taste for more, you may want to try the Wild Cave Tour through parts of the caverns rarely seen by the public. Previous spelunking experience isn’t necessary, but a sense of adventure and a willingness to get a little dirty is.

A more relaxing activity is Gemstone Panning in an authentic sluice. You’ll be successful with a little patience and sharp eyes. Among other gems, you may find Garnet in Matrix, Fool’s Gold, Rose Quartz, and amethyst.

Cosmic Cavern is about 30 minutes east of our Eureka Springs Bed and Breakfast. It’s a great addition to any Eureka Springs vacation. Additional information is available at Cosmic Caverns.


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