What we do
OWWC members organize and share group trips across Missouri, Arkansas, and Kansas — and work to keep our local waters clean for the next generation of paddlers.
Canoeing & Kayaking
Float trips on classic Ozark streams and rivers, from relaxed family floats to whitewater runs.
Hiking & Backpacking
Day hikes and overnight backpacking trips in the Ozarks and around the region.
Bicycling
Group rides on trails and back roads, including Missouri’s rail-trails.
Conservation
As Missouri Stream Team #41, we monitor water quality on the Blue River and host annual stream clean-ups.
Our Mission
To explore and enjoy the wilderness waterways of the Ozarks and beyond, to share that experience with others, and to preserve and protect our streams and wild places for future generations.
Second Saturdays
The club meets monthly on the second Saturday. Meetings are where we plan trips, share stories and photos, and welcome new members. Visitors are always welcome — get in touch for the current meeting location and time.
Stream Team #41: The Blue River
Since joining the Missouri Stream Team program, OWWC has adopted the Blue River in Kansas City as Stream Team #41. Volunteers collect water-quality data, watch for changes in the stream, and turn out each year for a clean-up to haul trash out of the river. It’s a hands-on way to give back to the waters we love to paddle — and a great way to meet club members.
Join us
New members of all experience levels are welcome. The best way to get started is to come to a Second Saturday meeting or join a trip.
Contact information coming soon.