Ozark Riverways Foundation

Ozark Riverways Foundation Our mission is to preserve and promote the Current and Jacks Fork Rivers within the ONSR.

Ozark Riverways Foundation is a not-for-profit organization fostering awareness, appreciation and respect for the history, culture and natural splendor of Ozark National Scenic Riverways. We do this by:

Partnering in quality educational experiences that enrich the enjoyment of this national treasure for present and future generations

Collaborating with individuals, communities and the Na

tional Park Service in the development of programs that inspire pride in and stewardship of the Ozark National Scenic Riverways

Sharing ideas that support overall advocacy and instill individual responsibility in preserving the Park's wild and free flowing integrity

Connecting people with their National Park through volunteerism and philanthropic opportunities.

River Report Akers to Pulltite and Alley to Eminence. On Thursday the River Safety Team paddled Akers to Pulltite and w...
06/12/2026

River Report Akers to Pulltite and Alley to Eminence. On Thursday the River Safety Team paddled Akers to Pulltite and we are happy to report that this section remains very floatable with adequate water levels and options to stay clear of obstacles in each chute. We put in at 10:00 am and we only encountered five people during our paddle. Friday morning we put in at Alley above the bridge at 7:00 am. and arrived in Eminence at 9:30. We did not see any other paddlers on this section. Birding was excellent! We saw about a dozen Great Blue Herons and two Bald Eagles flew over us at Horse Camp. One Eagle was clutching a fish. Adequate water level and just enough room to avoid obstacles with a little extra caution approaching narrow chutes on this section. Plenty of downed trees lined the riverbank but they are easy to avoid. I would recommend an early morning start if you want to avoid the summer crowds. We had a great time on both sections. Let’s Paddle!

Be sure to check out our events page as summer is in full swing along the Ozark National Scenic Riverways. Two dates ar...
06/08/2026

Be sure to check out our events page as summer is in full swing along the Ozark National Scenic Riverways.

Two dates are coming up to help local groups cleanup debris in the rivers and keep our streams clean.

On Saturday June 20th, join Jack and Mary Fickers Stream Team #1028 clean the upper Current River from Baptist Camp down to Round Spring.

On Saturday July 18th, join the Ozark Heritage Project for the 18th Annual Log Yard Lower Current River Cleanup.

See our Events page at our website for registration information, prizes and meals after the cleanups. See you on the River!

https://www.ozarkriverwaysfoundation.org/events

Thursday River Report, Cedar Grove to Akers. The river gauge at Akers reported the level at just under 1 ft. Above Wel...
06/05/2026

Thursday River Report, Cedar Grove to Akers. The river gauge at Akers reported the level at just under 1 ft. Above Welch Spring we were able to find enough water to paddle through every chute. No walking required. The tree that was blocking the river just below Welch has been cut out by park staff providing clear passage for paddlers. This section continues to provide visitors a quality experience on the river with a variety of features and opportunities for recreation. Enjoy!

AND …. To top off an otherwise orbital career, we understand that Tom Akers was a Ozark National Scenic Riverways Ranger...
05/31/2026

AND …. To top off an otherwise orbital career, we understand that Tom Akers was a
Ozark National Scenic Riverways Ranger at Alley Spring at some point.
Local boy does good. We are proud of our folks!

It’s a great day to hang your hat at Baptist Camp on the Upper Current River.
05/30/2026

It’s a great day to hang your hat at Baptist Camp on the Upper Current River.

River Report: The Akers to Pulltite section of the Current River provides plenty of water and clear passage through mos...
05/29/2026

River Report: The Akers to Pulltite section of the Current River provides plenty of water and clear passage through most channels. A couple of chutes require extra caution between Cave Spring and Pulltite. We enjoyed good company with ORF members from Colorado Springs and St. Louis. ORF River Guides are available for safety instruction and to help make the most of your experience on the river. Let us know how we can help. Let’s Paddle!

05/25/2026

River Report Pulltite to Round Spring on the Current River. The chute in this video has caused some concern for floaters on this section. It is located downstream from Sinking Creek. There is plenty of room to line or walk your boat downstream on river right. It is possible to negotiate if you approach it as far right as possible and make use of the eddy near the top of the chute. Our River Guide makes it look easy but caution should be used. The rest of this section provides a clear channel that is relatively clear of obstacles. There is one other chute that although clear, requires a little extra caution. It is located just above Sinking Creek. Be safe and walk around obstacles in chutes if you have any doubts.

The Ozark Riverways Foundation was established five years ago to be the official friends group to the Ozark National Sce...
05/23/2026

The Ozark Riverways Foundation was established five years ago to be the official friends group to the Ozark National Scenic Riverways signing a 60 page contract agreement laying out our role.
We proudly assist with park activities in many ways WITH YOUR SUPPORT!

Join us! https://www.ozarkriverwaysfoundation.org/get-involved

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PO Box 1
Eminence, MO
65466

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