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August 2008
Lake of the Ozarks Convention & Visitor Bureau
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Coming Soon:

Fall Festivals

Lake Area Events
Lake of the Ozarks Shootout - Aug 21-24
End of Summer 3 man Scramble - Aug 23-24
Glencove Fomula Friday - Aug 29
Hurricane Deck Lions Pancake Day - Aug 30
Labor Day Fireworks - Aug 31
Dinner Theater - Sept 4-6
Marine Dealers Boat Show - Sept 5-7
Westlake Street Machine Fall Follies - Sept 6-7
25 Mile Garage Sale- Sept 6
Lake Area Fall Festival - Sept 6
Bike Fest - Sept 11 - 14
Hillbilly Fair - Sept 12-14
City Wide Garage Sales - Sept 12
Indoor Garage Sale & Market Place - Spet 13

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Lake Rescue Shootout Boat Race

August 21-24, 2008

The Lake of the Ozarks Shootout is the new name for the annual event formerly known as the Lake Rescue Shoot-Out.  Set for Aug. 21-24, the Shootout also has a new location for 2008 – Captain Ron’s Bar & Grill in Sunrise Beach.  The popular event will raise funds for Lake Area Rescue Teams, Habitat for Humanity, the American Red Cross and other charitable organizations.

The largest unsanctioned boat race in the nation, named by Powerboat Magazine as one of the nation’s eight “must-see” boating events, also will offer someone the opportunity to win the coveted Top Gun title since the reigning champs, Callan Marine, will not be returning.  Last year their boat hit speeds of 209 mph.

Shootout competitions will run from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. on Saturday and 11:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. on Sunday.  Winners will be announced shortly after 5:00 p.m. Sunday. [Click here for a complete schedule of events]
Lake of the Ozarks Bike Fest

September 11-14, 2008

Lake of the Ozarks to host their second annual Lake of the Ozarks Bike Fest. There will be non-stop activities such as poker runs,concerts, scenic rides, contests, vendor villages, and much more. 

If you are looking for some of the most scenic rides in the country along with non-stop events, contests and fun make plans to come to the 2008 Lake of the Ozarks Bike Fest.
[Click for more Lake of the Ozarks Bike Fest information]
Offshore Super Series National Championships

September 24-28, 2008

The Horny Toad Offshore Super Series National Championships Boat Races

It's here, 50 of the World's fastest boats competing for the National Championship. The Race Village will be open Thursday – Sunday so you can see the Race Boats and meet the drivers. Various events throughout the weekend including live music each day and concerts by Liverpool and Shooting Star. Saturday will be testing and qualifying and Sunday will feature the Championship Races. This is a course race with various classes of boats running from the 6 mile marker to the 9 mile marker.
[Click for more Offshore Super Series information]
WIN FOUR FREE TICKETS TO THE 2008 OFFSHORE SUPER SERIES NATIONAL CHAMPIONSHIPS:
Enter to Win!		  
Every September The Horny Toad is host to the Offshore Super Series, National Championships. Upwards of 50 of the fastest boats in the world will race a course on the lake in front of The Horny Toad Entertainment Complex and The Resort & Yacht Club @ ToadCove. These state-of-the-art racing boats reach speeds upwards of 200 miles per hour while competing for the National Championship. Click Here to purchase advance tickets and check out last year’s race video. entry page.
Win a 1 Hour Scenic Flight of the Lake of the Ozarks from AIRLAKE Aviation.:
Enter to Win!		  
You've seen the beautiful shots of the Lake of the Ozarks from high above the Lake. Now experience it for yourself. You can enter to win a 1 hour scenic flight of the Lake of the Ozarks from AIRLAKE Aviation. This is good for 2 people and must be used by Dec. 31, 2008. entry page.

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