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Ok, if you haven’t heard yet Vision Con 2010 is being held in Springfield Missouri starting January 22. What is Vision Con you may be asking yourself? It is Missouri’s premier Sci-fi and fantasy convention. Have you ever thought of dressing up like Darth Vader and wielding a lightsaber? Well here’s your chance! This convention brings out the paranormal in people just like you.

A few of the main attractions include gaming, vendors, a masquerade ball and includes movies, both those from Hollywood and those made in Missouri. This is a unique opportunity to view regional film-making talent. Cost you ask? You can purchase a weekend pass for $40, but the art room and vendor room are free to the public. Daycare is available provided by Vision Con.

Are wondering if there additional benefits in attending? Absolutely, You will be able to meet up and coming actors, writers and stars in the sci-fi arena. So, plan on attending Vision Con 2010. While you’re here in Springfield Missouri why not book your accommodations in Springfield at Comfort Inn. We’re located just over two miles from the convention. We’re #1 in comfort unlike a lot of the cheap Springfield hotels in the area.

Proceeds from Vision Con Convention benefit Bridges for Youth, a local charity serving young people in Springfield.

Boating Safety

January 16, 2010
Missouri Water Patrol “Boating Safety”
Missouri Water Patrol “Boating Safety”

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January 16th 9am to 5pm
Uncle Bucks Auditorium.

Participants must be 13 years of age or older. Pre-registration is required
for these classes.
To Register, visit www.mswp.dpw.mo.gov There is no charge to attend.
For more information, please call 1-573-751-3333 or Ron Kelly at 417-294-4336
Hunting Workshops

January 4, 2010
Missouri Hunters Education
This course is required of all hunters who were born after Jan. 1, 1967. Participants
of Hunter Education must be 11 years old, or older, prior to or by the final
day of the class; and must attend all three nights of the course.

Staying over night? Use our hotel accommodations!

All classes will be held in Bass Pro Shops Uncle Buck’s Auditorium, located
on the lower level next to camping, from 6-10pm. Pre-registration is required
for this course. To register, call 417-891- 5374.
Flyfishing Workshops

January 9, 2010
Fly Casting Class
All fly fishing skills workshops meet on Saturdays in Bass Pro Shops White River
Fly Shop on the north end of the boat showroom. Pre registration is required
for these workshops. To register, see a Fly Shop Associate or call 417-891-4043.
Class is FREE, equipment is provided, but space is limited.

January 23, 2010
Fly Casting Class
All fly fishing skills workshops meet on Saturdays in Bass Pro Shops White River
Fly Shop on the north end of the boat showroom. Pre registration is required
for these workshops. To register, see a Fly Shop Associate or call 417-891-4043.
Class is FREE, equipment is provided, but space is limited.
Camping Workshops

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March 27, 2010
Cooking with Dutch Ovens
Outdoor Skills workshops provide FREE hands-on learning experiences taught by
skilled instructors. Workshops meet from 10:30 to 11:30 am on Saturdays, in
Bass Pro Shops Uncle Buck’s Auditorium on the lower level next to Camping. Pre-registration
is required for this courses. To register, contact Kevin Cox at kcox@basspro.com
or call 417-887-7334. (All classes are subject to change.)

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If you were to describe the Dickerson Park Zoo you might say, “It’s small but not too quaint of a zoo primarily because it has all the major attractions of a large metro zoo without the heavy traffic.” After mapping our visit, we were able to see every animal in the most proficient manner. The best part was halfway through we positioned ourselves next to the food court enabling us the opportunity to enjoy lunch.

We went to the South American exhibits first, then circled back to the to the Australian habitats, then we took in the  African exhibits. The really cool part was we were able to purchase a animal snack keys so the kids were able to get grain to feed the animals and fish, great fun!!

Of course no visit to the zoo is complete with out seeing the snakes, so we did just that. They had an Anaconda, which if you do not know is the largest snake in South America. We attended on a slow day so the snake exhibit was not as busy as I had seen in times past. All the hustle and bustle left us exhausted and only half way through, so we went to lunch.

The train was our next best option allowing lunch to settle and allowing us to see the lemurs. So we paid for the train, not exactly expensive but not cheap either. The only real disappointment was the train ride was extremely short and was over way to fast. I was hoping it would last at least long enough to allow my lunch to hit bottom.

We were a bit depressed when we arrived at the otter habitat as there were none to be found. We continued up the path to the Tropical Asia exhibits, excited by the fact that the tiger and cheetah both were easily found. Cheetahs are my children’s favorites. I think primarily because of Chester the Cheetah… LOL.

Visiting the Missouri habitats next, the wolves were out playing and having a good time as were they coyotes. Over half a gig of photos later, all the shots on my iPhone, many of which I was able to post immediately. Of course, we stopped at the gift shop as we were exiting, and left.

The Dickerson Park Zoo is an excellent reason to make a trip to Springfield Missouri. We certainly hope during your stay you’ll book a hotel room with us. We look forward to serving your needs!