2011: A Safer Year at Lake of the Ozarks

It was a safer year for boating on Lake of the Ozarks, according to year-end accident numbers released by the marine operations of the Missouri Highway Patrol.

Joyce L. Miller

Marine Winter Upgrades: Renew, improve and enjoy your boat again

Yes, it's that time of year again — time to do upgrades on your boat while you are not using it. That will give you more time on the water in 2012 and avoid that last-minute rush to get projects done before the “big weekend.”

Cicely R Wagner

Buying or selling a used boat?

With today's economy, consumers are looking for great deals. If you are in the market to purchase a used boat, or want to get rid of one that you own, there are some things to consider.

Compiled by Charis Patires

Voyage on the high seas

Take a cruise on the Gypsy Rose, the Lake's only pirate ship.

Charter a vessel at Lake of the Ozarks

Since it was created in 1931, the 54,000-acre, 617-billion-gallon Lake of the Ozarks in Central Missouri has been a boater’s paradise. Bring your own boat and launch it at one of several public ramps, or rent a fishing boat, speedboat, pontoon or personal watercraft at a full-service commercial marina, resort or campground. However, thousands of visitors prefer to leave the navigating to the licensed captain of a chartered boat, while sitting back, relaxing and enjoying a comfortable and memorable cruise on the Lake of the Ozarks.

Charis Patires

Boat gadgets

Randy Sparks

A great place to live, work, play

Lake of the Ozarks has to offer is a hard package to beat for the Kelly family.

Joyce L. Miller