Alley Spring and Mill in Eminence Missouri is part of the Ozark National Scenic Riverways
Leanna Bryson Park Ranger with the National Park Service provided me a very nice overview of the Alley Mill in Eminence Missouri. I also am sharing some video of the Alley Spring as Leanna talks about the Mill. This is a great place to visit I've been here twice.
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ADDITIONAL INFORMATION ON THE SPRING AND MILL:
Heading south on Highway 19, turn right (west) on Highway 106 at Eminence. After crossing the Jacks Fork River, turn right at the Alley Spring and Mill sign.
The spring empties an average of 81 million gallons a day into the upper Jacks Fork. A short trails leads around the spring, along bluff walls decorated with hanging gardens of wildflowers and ferns.
The barn-red mill was built in 1894 and is now a museum operated by the park service. The three-story mill is open daily.
Park Ranger Leanna Bryson had a bit of news. “The mill is going to be on the U.S. quarter in 2017,” she said. “They picked 55 national parks for the coins; Yellowstone was the first. They say we’re the most photographed mill in the United States.”
An image of historic Alley Mill near the Jacks Fork River will soon be imprinted on the back of U.S. quarter coins.
I certainly hope it brings more awareness to what we have with Ozark National Scenic Riverways, said park spokeswoman Dena Matteson. Local folks certainly know what we have here, but others may not know about the hidden jewel we have here in the Ozarks.
The story of Alley is a tale of nature, people, and a century-old mill sitting at the heart of a beautiful Ozark scene. Whether this is an annual trip you've made since your childhood, or your first visit, take time to soak up the splendid scenery and get acquainted with Alley's lively past.
Cold clear waters rise from deep within Alley Spring at an average daily flow of 81 million gallons. The spring basin is funnel-shaped with a depth of 32 feet.
Alley Mill is just one of over 100 historic structures found within Ozark National Scenic Riverways.
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Alley Spring and Mill in Eminence Missouri part of the Ozark National Scenic Riverways
Adam, Jena, Amie and I went to Alley Mill and Spring. I’ve been here 3 times now and it’s still amazing to see and it’s a National Park we had to share with Adam and Jena since they had not seen it. We stayed at Echo Bluff and also saw Current River State Park.
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ADDITIONAL INFORMATION ON THE SPRING AND MILL:
“The rolling, forested landscape around Alley Spring is where two of America's most beautiful spring-fed rivers combine to make up the Ozark National Scenic Riverways.
As the first national park area to protect a wild river system, visitors are able to enjoy various water activities as well as hiking, horseback riding and wildlife viewing.”
Heading south on Highway 19, turn right (west) on Highway 106 at Eminence. After crossing the Jacks Fork River, turn right at the Alley Spring and Mill sign.
The spring empties an average of 81 million gallons a day into the upper Jacks Fork. A short trails leads around the spring, along bluff walls decorated with hanging gardens of wildflowers and ferns.
The barn-red mill was built in 1894 and is now a museum operated by the park service. The three-story mill is open daily.
Park Ranger Leanna Bryson had a bit of news. “The mill is going to be on the U.S. quarter in 2017,” she said. “They picked 55 national parks for the coins; Yellowstone was the first. They say we’re the most photographed mill in the United States.”
An image of historic Alley Mill near the Jacks Fork River will soon be imprinted on the back of U.S. quarter coins.
I certainly hope it brings more awareness to what we have with Ozark National Scenic Riverways, said park spokeswoman Dena Matteson. Local folks certainly know what we have here, but others may not know about the hidden jewel we have here in the Ozarks.
The story of Alley is a tale of nature, people, and a century-old mill sitting at the heart of a beautiful Ozark scene. Whether this is an annual trip you've made since your childhood, or your first visit, take time to soak up the splendid scenery and get acquainted with Alley's lively past.
Cold clear waters rise from deep within Alley Spring at an average daily flow of 81 million gallons. The spring basin is funnel-shaped with a depth of 32 feet.
Alley Mill is just one of over 100 historic structures found within Ozark National Scenic Riverways.
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Missouri Ozarks - Blue Spring of Carter County (60 Second Nature Series)
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Enjoy 60 seconds of nature from Blue Spring in Carter County located in the Missouri Ozarks
Located just west of West Plains, MO, this recreational area is part of the Mark Twain National Forest.
There are many springs in the Missouri Ozarks named Blue Spring, the more popular one in Shannon County.
Springs in Missouri
The Show-Me state is blessed with an abundance of clear water springs.
These blue waters surrounded by lush green vegetation, give life to many streams and rivers in the state.
There are over 11-hundred springs in Missouri.
You'll find springs in all regions of Missouri. But the greatest number are located in the Ozarks of central, southern and southwest Missouri.
While there are many springs in Missouri, there are still a lot of questions about these natural wonders that remain unanswered.
What we do know is their waters are cool. They have a constant temperature between 56 and 59 degrees.
A lot of water pours out of them.... millions and millions of gallons each day.
Big Spring near Van Buren is the largest spring in the state.
An average of 275-million gallons of water flows from the spring each day.
And that changes daily depending on the amount of rainfall.
But where does the water come from?
It comes from the surface, down through the soil and rock, and in many cases, the water travels several miles underground, before exiting at a spring outlet.
At Big Spring, some water travels from as far as 50 miles away.
The waters that flow from the springs in Missouri are the source of many streams and rivers and home to some of the most scenic beauty in the Midwest.
It's also home to many interesting plants, animals and fish.
For trout, these waters are the only natural place cool enough for them to survive year-round in the state.
At Bennett Spring near Lebanon, nearly 100 million gallons of water gushes daily from the state's third largest spring,
The stream is stocked daily from March through October and provides excellent fishing for rainbow and brown trout.
Springs also supply water to the state's other trout parks including Montauk near Licking.
An estimated 43 million gallons of water flows daily to form the main headwaters of the Current River.
The springs of Missouri provide a water source for fishing and floating in the state. They are also a drawing attraction for many tourists.
Over the years, they've been used for other purposes.
Some springs in Missouri supplied pioneers with salt.
Where salt was not present, they were used as water supplies.
Years ago, many springs also helped power grist mills to grind grains into flour and corn meal.
Today, only a scattering of mills, like this one at Alley Spring near Eminence can be found.
They also helped supply ideas for names of towns and cities. Over 60 cities have the word spring in their name. From Cedar Springs to Climax Springs; theres Excelsior Springs, Bennett Spring, Sweet Springs, Siloam Spring, Weldon Spring Lake Spring, Edgar Springs, El Dorado Springs and Springfield.
Party Barge at FLOAT FEST on the Current river in Eminence Missouri.
Party Barge at FLOAT FEST on the Current river in Eminence Missouri.
At Aker's Ferry
Arrival at Aker's Ferry on the Current River in the Ozark National Scenic Riverway.
Big springs Ozarks largest spring.
Big Spring is one of the largest springs in the United States and the world. An enormous first magnitude spring, it rises at the base of a bluff on the west side of the Current River valley in the Missouri Ozarks. Located about four miles downstream from Van Buren, it is within the boundaries of the Ozark National Scenic Riverways, and its visitor facilities are managed by the National Park Service
Greer Spring in Alton, Missouri
Quite a hike to get to it, but totally worth it. Captured with a gopro hero 3+ black edition. In 1920x1080 60fp.
Spring along the Current River in Missouri
Beautiful spring along the current river in Missouri. We found it while camping.
United States Quarter: 2017- Ozark National Scenic Riverways
Here are some important dates and events for Missouri’s Ozark Riverways quarter:
a U.S. Mint coin forum on the evening prior to the quarter’s official release, held at 6:00 p.m. CT on June 4, 2017 at Echo Bluff State Park (Nixon Room, 34489 Echo Bluff Drive, Eminence, MO 65466);
its release into general circulation on June 5, 2017;
its availability in U.S. Mint-branded rolls and bags at usmint.gov, also on June 5, 2017; and
its official launch ceremony by the U.S. Mint and the National Park Service at Alley Spring and Mill (State Route 106, Eminence, MO 65466) on June 5, 2017 at 11:00 a.m. CT.
Coin forums offer the public a chance to talk to U.S. Mint officials about current and upcoming products. Quarter ceremonies and coin forums are open to the public and free.
Coin Exchanges and Getting New Quarters
Coin exchanges are also offered immediately after launch ceremonies. They offer an opportunity to swap cash for $10 rolls of the newly released quarter. Security Bank of the Ozarks will sponsor the exchange for new Ozark Riverways quarters.
It is usually difficult to find new park quarters, sometimes taking months to years for them to appear regularly in change. Easier methods of getting them include coin exchanges and buying them straight from the U.S. Mint (usmint.gov) when they are released.
Designs on Ozark National Scenic Riverways Quarter
Nine reverse candidates for the quarter were developed by the U.S. Mint in consultation with representatives of Ozark National Scenic Riverways. The U.S. Secretary of the Treasury selected the final design after the Commission of Fine Arts and the Citizens Coinage Advisory Committee reviewed the candidates and offered their recommendations.
Created by Renata Gordon and sculpted by Ron Sanders, the selected design depicts Alley Mill, a steel roller mill built in 1894 to convert wheat into flour. The mill is a popular tourist destination with much of the original equipment still in place. Surrounding the design are inscriptions reading OZARK RIVERWAYS, MISSOURI, 2017, and E PLURIBUS UNUM.
All quarter obverses (heads) share a common portrait of George Washington as created by John Flanagan.
Both obverse and reverse designs are also on a series of U.S. Mint bullion and collector 3-inch diameter, 5-ounce silver coins.
See Current River Showcase
- Float down the family-friendly Current River and Jack's Fork River on tubes, kayaks, rafts and canoes. The Current River's spring-fed, crystal-clear water flows year round. Hike around Big Spring and Alley Spring. Camp in the Ozark National Scenic Riverways or find local amenities at (Ask about mid-week and off-season rates.)
Off To Blue Springs Missouri
Motorcycle Road Trip time again! I absolutely love being on the road!!
Dawn at Pulltite on Current River and Pulltite Spring
Pulltite Spring in the late afternoon and at dawn and Sunrise on the Current River at Pulltite.
Current River - Missouri, United States
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Current River Missouri
Popular waterway for fishing, canoeing, kayaking and tubing, this was the first stream to be designated as a National Scenic River.
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Photos from:
- Eminence, Missouri, United States
- Springfield, Missouri, United States
Photos in this video:
- Current River next to Campground by Centuryryder from a blog titled Campground?
- Ducky at the Current River by Lizplusducky from a blog titled Missouri Day
- Current River next to CG by Centuryryder from a blog titled Campground?
- Current River by Centuryryder from a blog titled Campground?
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- Float down the family-friendly Current River and Jack's Fork River on tubes, kayaks, rafts and canoes. The Current River's spring-fed, crystal-clear water flows year round. Hike around Big Spring and Alley Spring. Camp in the Ozark National Scenic Riverways or find local amenities at (Ask about mid-week and off-season rates.)
Big Springs - Ozark National Scenic Riverways
I recently visitied Big Springs which is a part of the Ozark National Scenic Riverways near Van Buren, Missouri. It was a beautiful area and I recommend you visit if you are ever able to. Please help support my efforts by sharing this video with others,
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Big Springs Q & A:
1. How rugged in this trail? The trail is fairly easy with some stairs and gradual hill climbing.
2. How long is this trail and is it a loop? Learn more about the trails on the National Park Service website for Big Springs at:
3. Are there signs or blazes along this trail? No.
4. Any suggestions? Help preserve this natural habitat by not wading into or swimming into Big Springs.
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