Spring Forward the Callaway
Regardless of what some random rodent said in February, spring officially arrives on March 20. And regardless of what the calendar says, in Missouri that still means anything from balmy golf weather to a late season snowstorm. It can make plans to explore the Callaway difficult, so we’re here to offer an assist.
One thing that doesn’t change is history. For example, March 5 is always the anniversary of Winston Churchill’s visit to Fulton to present his famous “Iron Curtain” speech. A visit to America’s National Churchill Museum is always a fascinating experience, and they currently are showcasing a near final draft of the speech in the museum's Anson Cutts Gallery.
Spring is the time when everyone’s thoughts turn to the woods, and the search for the elusive morel mushroom, even though the season doesn’t really hit until late March. But although it’s not yet time to go on the hunt, it IS time to get your tickets for Morels & Microbrews in the Brick District on May 7. The event is wildly popular and the beer tasting tickets always sell out early.
But you don’t have to wait until May for some fun entertainment. TRYPS Children’s Theatre will be offering a magical escape from a long winter when they present “Alice in Wonderland” at the Brick District Playhouse on Saturday, March 19 at 11 a.m. and 1 p.m.
When Mother Nature feels kindly, book yourself a round of golf at the Jerry Loomis designed Tanglewood Golf Course in Fulton, known for having the best greens in the area. Or visit Railwood Golf Club in Holts Summit, a hidden treasure in mid-Missouri with the most beautiful views, manicured fairways/greens and the friendliest staff.
Speaking of “greens,” March is a great time to get out into nature, like admiring the early spring wildflowers along the Katy Trail. The dogtooth violets, Dutchman's breeches, spring beauty, white trillium, violets, spiderwort, wild sweet William and Jacob's ladders don’t last long so seize the moment.
And on April 1, the Prairie Garden Trust in New Bloomfield opens to visitors. Stroll through their gently tended "nature garden" featuring woods, prairie, ponds and streams to see the native flowers, trees, birds and butterflies that thrive there. Appointments are required, but admission is free.
This is just a start – but spring is just starting too. There’s going to be plenty to do when you go visiting the Callaway.