Alpine Shop's Guide to America's Amazing National Parks
May 20, 2011

Alpine Shop's Guide to America's Amazing National Parks

As outdoor recreation lovers, Alpine Shop employees are naturally drawn to our national parks. As a company, we celebrate their existence, their protection and their continued preservation for our ... Read More

Video from American Rivers/Ozark National Scenic Riverway Press Conference
May 18, 2011

Video from American Rivers/Ozark National Scenic Riverway Press Conference

On Tuesday, May 17, Alpine Shop Kirkwood hosted a press conference organized by American Rivers, Friends of Ozark Riverways and Ozark Fly Fishers. The purpose of this publicity event was to announce t... Read More

Ozark National Scenic Riverways Named One of Nation's 10 Most Endangered Rivers
May 16, 2011

Ozark National Scenic Riverways Named One of Nation's 10 Most Endangered Rivers

Representatives from many statewide environmental, fishing, paddling, and conservation organizations are joining together to put the National Park Service on notice that the NPS needs to manage the... Read More

Alpine Shop Asks: Where would you celebrate Earth Day?
April 22, 2011

Alpine Shop Asks: Where would you celebrate Earth Day?

A year ago, I wrote this post on  I've decided this year, I have no interest to get into any political discussions. All I'd like to see is Alpine Shop's customers' favorite pla... Read More

So What Does Earth Day Really Mean?
March 2, 2022

So What Does Earth Day Really Mean?

Let's get this out right from the start: we're an outdoor recreation company. We love to be outside. Nothing is more relaxing, more exhilarating or more life-affirming for us than to take part in t... Read More

Spring Wildflowers are near their peak!
April 19, 2010

Spring Wildflowers are near their peak!

But a lot of showy ones are starting to fade. There were a lot of great ones the week-end before last such as Bellworts, Virginia Bluebells, and Dutchman's breeches, but now we are moving into some of... Read More

More photos from Ozark Trail Mega Event 4/9-4/11
April 13, 2010

More photos from Ozark Trail Mega Event 4/9-4/11

More photos from Ozark Trail Mega Event 4/9-4/11

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Alpine Shop Ozark Trail Mega Event 4/9-4/11
April 12, 2010

Alpine Shop Ozark Trail Mega Event 4/9-4/11

The Courtois Gap in the wonderfully scenic Ozark Trail is now history thanks to the hard work of over 200 volunteers who devoted their time and energy in this great cause! The weather was beautiful as... Read More

Get out on the Ozark Rivers, April 10th — NOW !!!
April 11, 2010

Get out on the Ozark Rivers, April 10th — NOW !!!

Late afternoon (April 10th) and evening pictures of the Current River and it's valley near Cedargrove, MO. The river was running full; about 1-2 feet above normal stage, the redbud was in full ... Read More

Watch for Wood Warblers and Vireos this next 30 days
March 25, 2010

Watch for Wood Warblers and Vireos this next 30 days

Warblers are small birds usually colored grey, black, bluish, yellow or orange. They spend much time in the top of trees and along creeks and rivers. Vireos are much the same but often have a buff or ... Read More