Captain’s Blog

Runoff from the recent rains gurgle and burble seemingless aimlessly but unabashedly determined to run through the ravine. The water dances and splashes over the rocks knowing their ultimate destination is to join the calming waters of the lake. Above the gurgling water, newly formed potholes – some quite deep – punctuate the gravel roads. Occasionally a deer jumps skiddishly through the woods. An early budding light yellow daffodil can be seen poking his head above the grounds. In the background, you can hear a rooster singing his cock-a-doodle-doo – even though it’s early afternoon. The signs of spring and softer weather are in the air.

It’s March at the lake and it’s still waiting season. We’ve had a particularly harsh winter this year in the Ozarks. As the last few weeks of winter come to a close, another snowstorm rolls by. No signs of the proverbial robin yet – but there are some mighty tough ducks out there.

Morning fog creeps in silently in the morning at the Lake of the Ozarks.  White puffs of steam meander slowly over the water as the sun meanders over the horizon.

October is relaxingly quiet at the lake … the rich colors of the sunset showcase the soft golds, burnt yellow and subtle orange as the sun slips down through the clouds.  You can hear the soft sounds of the geese honking and a lonely fisherman motoring home as the sun slowly sets on the horizon.  All quiet in the cove.

The end of October was rather unusual as the sun was shining on a warm sunny day of 65 degrees and there was a rare wild wind blowing around the lake. Perfect time for a sail with Captain Jeffrey.

Summer has come to a close and fall is beginning to show.  It’s the quiet season at the lake.  Fisherman silently cast their lines, flocks of birds fly in formation and butternut colored leaves flutter to the ground.  It’s a peaceful time at the lake.  We’ll be taking reservations for 2019 shortly.