It may be the ride of your year. It may be the ride of your life. It’s Big BAM 2017, June 10-16. We’ll start with a pre-ride party in historic Weston on the bank of the Missouri River, near where Lewis and Clark camped on their westward journey. Then the riding begins in earnest June 11, as we head east toward our final destination—Louisiana, Missouri, a historic town on the bank of the Mississippi River.
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June 13, we ride across the rolling countryside and end at Missouri Valley College in Marshall. June 14, we’ll cross back over the Missouri River at Glasgow, and then spend the night at Rothwell Park in Moberly. June 15, we’ll get to ride through a covered bridge and visit Mark Twain’s birthplace at Mark Twain Lake, where we’ll camp next to the Clarence Cannon Dam. Our final day’s ride will take us into Louisiana, Missouri and, a grand finale party alongside the Mississippi River!
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From Weston, we’ll head into Jesse James country and stay overnight at the Jesse James Park and Amphitheater in Kearney. June 12, we’ll ride through Watkins Mill State Park and—after crossing the Missouri River—spend the night in Lexington, camping near the Anderson House at the Battle of Lexington State Historic Site.
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That’s six days of riding across pristine Show-Me State countryside. We’ll stay on hard-surfaced roads with minimal traffic. And we’ll party to live music and town festivals every night. In the following pages, you’ll learn a little more about the seven towns that will serve as your daily goals. We’ve tried to hit the highlights for you, but feel free to explore them further, both before and during your trip. Need tickets? No problem. Schedules, route information, tickets, and merchandise are all available online at BigBAMRide.com.
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Join us for the whole ride or just a day or two! The public is invited to our free concerts every evening. Help us celebrate our progress!
Your 2017 Big BAM ticket includes: • • • • • • •
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Gear Transport. Free admission to all seven nights of concerts and events. Camping area. Free Big BAM SWAG Bag. SAG support along the route. Portapotties at all stops. Unlimited hot, private shower in an air-conditioned trailer at all overnight stops. Private dressing area, soap and shampoo dispensers. Fresh towel daily. Phone-charging trailer with locking compartments. Free coffee each morning. Social zone with shade canopies and chairs.
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Founded in 1837, Weston grew to prominence in the 1850s and then settled into a quiet existence. Now home to a historic district listed on the National Register of Historic Places and recognized as a Preserve America community by the National Park Service, Weston is a great place to visit. Weston was the second-largest Missouri river port community in the mid-1800s, second only to St. Louis. In 1850, more than three hundred steamboats a year docked at the Port of Weston. The population soared to 5,000, surpassing both Kansas City and St. Joseph. But after major floods, fires, and the Civil War, the bustling town declined to about 1,000. Today, considering all that goes on here, visitors may be surprised to learn that twentyfirst-century Weston still has fewer than 2,000 residents.
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Weston is a small, charming community nestled among the high bluffs of the Missouri River.
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St. George Hotel 816-640-9902
Murphy House B&B 816-640-5577
Hatchery House B&B 816-640-5700
Inn at Weston Landing 816-640-5788
Weston B&B 816-656-3326
EAT Avalon Cafe 816-640-2835
Vineyard Restaurant 816-640-5588
Tin Kitchen 816-640-0100
Upstairs Tea Room 816-640-2825
Weston Cafe 816-640-2224
O’Malley’s Pub 816-640-5235
EVENTS Second Saturday
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A haven for talented artisans, craftsmen, musicians, and writers, Weston has oneof-a-kind shops you simply won’t find in ordinary shopping areas. There are clothing boutiques for creative dressing; a jeweler featuring estate pieces and custom work; handcrafted, custom and antique reproduction furniture; a candlemaker pouring daily; art galleries; massage therapist; and so much more. Enjoy a wide variety of restaurants, wineries, a brewery, and tour our distillery. [5] 2017 Town Guide
June 10th, 10 AM-6 PM. Stroll the street, listen to the music, shop the shops, grab a bite to eat and drink, and enjoy Weston! Food and libation tastings throughout the day!
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Come and experience Weston. You’ll love the variety of shops, restaurants, a brewery and pub, wineries, entertainment and attractions and the many places to stay in this pre-Civil War town.
Holladay Distillery
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The Holladay Distillery is the oldest distillery west of the Mississippi River still located on its original site. Tour the distillery for an up-close look at both the remarkable story of the distillery’s 161-year history and the modern production of Real Missouri Bourbon. 1 McCormick Lane 816-640-3056 HolladayDistillery.com
A must see boutique in Weston for fashion, jewelry, home accents, pet accessories and gifts.
401 Main Street 816-640-0110 AdamsMayfair.com
Buffalo Ranch
Back Roads Art
Buffalo Ranch is a rustic home furnishings store with 2 locations nestled in the heart of downtown Weston. We offer a variety of home decor, antiques, art, taxidermy mounts, Navajo and artisan made jewelry, and much more! Hours of operation: Tuesday-Saturday 10-5 Sunday 12-5 Closed on Monday
A folk art gallery featuring metal art, chainsaw carving, and Native American art.
416 Main Street 816-386-0140 BackRoadsArtGallery.com
417 Main St. and 720 Thomas Street 816-386-4111
Weston Brewing Company
Green Dirt Farm Creamery
O’Malley’s Pub is located in the original cellars of the Weston Brewing Company built in 1842. We are home to some of the best Irish beer, food, music, and fun in the world! 500 Welt Street 816-640-5235 WestonIrish.com
Come in for a food adventure! Cheese and charcuterie, house made ice cream, sandwiches, beer, wine and other local delectables.
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Main Street Galleria and Tea Room
Murphy House
Weston Bend Candle Company
Old fashioned soda fountain, ice cream, restaurant, candy, fudge, gifts, and Ghost Tales Dinner Theater/Ghost Walk.
Enjoy this unique home, its rooms filled with antiques, a large veranda, and whimsical gardens.
Always handmade. We promise to bring you scents to enhance your style of living.
501 Main Street 816-640-2825 WestonMainStreetGalleria.com
926 Spring Street 816-640-5577 TheMurphyHouseBB.org
424 Main Street 816-386-4085 facebook.com/WestonBendCandleCompany
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Pirtle Winery
Miss Doyle’s Soapery
Antiques and collectibles, home décor, furniture, fine woodworking, fine art, handcrafted items, jewelry, baby items, and apparel.
Relax on our new deck and enjoy the wine garden and tasting room. Family-owned since 1978.
All natural bath, body, and home products locally made without chemicals.
502 Spring Street 816-640-5728 PirtleWinery.com
521 Main Street 816-324-0101 MissDoylesSoapery.com
411 Main Street 816-640-2100
More to See and Do Weston • Visit once and you’ll return
2017 Events
Local Wineries, Brewery, and Spirits • Irish Pub and Live Music Museums, Galleries, and Artisans • Walking and Driving Tours Holladay Distillery Tour • Historic Homes Tours • Tea Room and Dinner Theatre • Hiking, Biking and Camping • Bed & Breakfasts and Historic Hotel • Educational Farms • Orchards and Fresh Produce • Wedding and Event Venues Seasonal Events... and so much more!
April 21 - 22: Lion’s Club Antique Show May 13: Wings Over Weston State Park May 13: Second Annual Weston Wine Festival May 20: Volks To Weston Club Show June 2-3: City Wide Garage Sale June 10: Polish Pottery Festival July 4: 4th of July Parade & Ice Cream Social August 6: Holy Trinity Ice Cream Social August 21: Total Eclipse Watch Party August 27: Salem Christian Church Ice Cream Social September 2-3: Weston Sizzlers Barbecue Contest September 30: Weston Tobacco Festival October 7-8: Applefest October 13-15: Weston Irishfest October 20, 21, 27, 28: Main Street Galleria Ghost Tales of Weston Dinner Theater/Ghost Walk November 11: Holiday Open House December 1-3: Candlelight Homes Tour
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Shops open late on the second Saturday of the month. Burley House Market - on the second weekend April-Nov. Weston Historical Museum open Tuesday-Sunday. Weston Moonshiners Car Club - Vintage Cars on Main Street on the fourth Saturday March-Oct. • Family fun every Sunday at Clines Opry at 5:00PM. • Lewis and Clark Exhibit open week days in the train depot next to City Hall.
WestonMo.com • 816-640-2909
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While it is one of the fastest-growing cities in the Kansas City metropolitan area, Kearney works alongside Missouri Main Street to make sure the small-town roots and values remain the heart of the city. Perhaps the most famous son the town can lay claim to is the infamous Jesse James, who was born in Kearney in 1847. Though originally interred in St. Joseph, where he was killed by Robert Ford in 1882, James’ body was moved to Mount Olivet Cemetery in Kearney. Don’t think of Kearney as a home for outlaws. The town is better known in Missouri for its welcoming attitude, giving spirit, and dedication to family and community. Enjoy your stay in Kearney, and come back this autumn for the family-friendly Fun Farm and Pumpkin Patch. Look for Kearney, Missouri, on Facebook.
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Kearney is one of the fastest-growing cities in Missouri.
Population: 9,261 Median age: 33.3 The Kearney Amphitheater located in the Jesse James Park hosts concerts throughout the summer and fall. Visit KearneyAmphitheater.com for tickets and schedules.
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If you have driven along Interstate 35 in the last few years, you probably noticed big changes happening in the once-small town of Kearney.
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Super 8 Kearney 816-628-6800
Econo Lodge 816-628-5111
Comfort Inn Kearney 816-628-2288
Quality Inn 816-628-5000
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D’Creamery 816-537-1276
Gino’s Italian Cuisine 816-903-4466
Hunan Garden 816-628-6938
Luciano’s Pizza and Subs 816-903-7827
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Rock & Run Brewery and Tap Room 816-415-2337
Cellar & Loft 816-635-2555
Fat Boyz Grill & Bar 816-903-2699
EVENTS Kearney Big BAM Festival
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The James Farm is located at 21216 James Farm Road, four miles northeast of Interstate 35 at the Kearney exit. Bikers will ride right past on Tuesday morning on their way out of town. Tours are available every day from 9 AM to 4 PM, beginning May 1 (noon to 4 PM on Sunday through April 30). See more at JesseJames.org. The Mount Olivet Cemetery where Jesse James is buried is located near the intersection of West Sixth and South Jefferson Streets, just south of Jesse James Park. [11] 2017 Town Guide
June 11 10 A.M. - 5 P.M. Music, food, interactive games, arts & crafts, and more festivities all day.
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Lexington is home to the oldest operational courthouse west of the Mississippi River and it still has a Civil War cannonball stuck in its column. The city boasts more than 150 homes and public buildings built before the Civil War, including The Linwood Lawn Mansion. The beautiful countryside surrounding the city is home to wineries, orchards, and growing crops on Missouri Century farms. Lexington is home to Wentworth Military Academy, founded in 1880 and one of the oldest and most respected military schools in the nation. The Hall of Honor located on campus recognizes graduates that are recipients of the Congressional Medal of Honor, and other distinguished alumni including: Congressman Ike Skelton, naturalist Marlin Perkins, former Ambassador Charles Price, and director/producer Robert Altman.
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Overlooking the Missouri River, Lexington is legendary for its history, vintage homes, festivals, and shopping opportunities. Main Street boasts a distinctive collection of antique shops, specialty stores, and restaurants.
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The Rivertown Inn 660-259-9001
Inn on Main 660-259-3600
Midway Motel 660-259-3093
Trailside Inn 660-259-2061
EAT Papa Jack’s Pizza 660-259-9095
Las Carretas 660-259-3669
Maid-Rite 660-259-4444
Chip and Charlie’s Deli 660-259-6100
Big Muddy Ice Cream Company 660-259-2905
DRINK Old Town Bar & Grill 660-259-2551
The Spotted Pig 660-259-7768
Riley’s Irish Pub & Grill 660-259-4770
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Bikers will be camping in Goose Pond, a community area that was constructed in 1912 and is still in use. Harry Truman, whose mother attended the Baptist College for Women in Lexington, dedicated the town’s Madonna of the Trails statue in 1928. It is one of twelve such statues across the nation honoring pioneer women. These were established and are maintained by the Daughters of the American Revolution. [13] 2017 Town Guide
Downtown merchants will be open late for riders and hour tours of the Battle of Lexington State Historic Site will be available.
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SAINT LOUIS LEGENDS GAME Saturday, August 19 at 1PM See your favorite major leaguers take the field once again!
Tickets are only $20! Starring Fernando Tatis, Rick Ankiel, Jason Isringhausen, John Tudor, Skip Schumaker, Jim Edmonds and more! CarSheild Field • www.RiverCityRascals.com • 636-240-2287
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Visit Lexington Known for its battlefield and antebellum homes, Lexington is famous for Hospitality of Historic Proportions! • Enjoy antique, vintage and boutique shops in the historic downtown. • Have something to eat or grab coffee and a book. • Enjoy nearby wineries and orchards. 1110 Main Street, Lexington 660-259-4711 www.VisitLexingtonMo.com
Missouri Valley College
River Reader Bookstore
Missouri Valley College offers over 30 academic programs, study abroad opportunities, and extracurricular activities. Above all, Valley is committed to student success.
Book lover’s wonderland & espresso bar in a historic 1886 building. Hot & cold drinks, toys, gifts plus café!
500 E. College Street, Marshall, 660-831-4000 www.MoVal.edu
1010 Main Street, Lexington 660-259-4996 www.River-Reader.com
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Marshall was originally deeded 65 acres by Jeremiah O’Dell on April 13, 1839. The county seat for Saline County, Marshall has a very active and positive music background. The town is proud to be the home of acclaimed jazz musician Bob James, as well as the Foothills Fest music festival, the Marshall Municipal Band, and—most notably—the Marshall Philharmonic, which begins its 54th year of performing several free public concerts at Bueker Middle School. Marshall has been the home of Missouri Valley College, a four-year liberal arts college, since 1889. The college currently offers more than forty academic programs, a study-abroad program, extracurricular activities, and thirteen sports. Marshall is conveniently located just fifteen minutes north of Interstate 70 on US 65.
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Comfort Inn-Marshall Marshall Station 660-886-8080
Claudia’s B&B 660-886-5285
Kosy Grove B&B 816-863-8646
Courthouse Lofts 207-841-9364
EAT & DRINK Bud’s Cafe 660-886-4993
Patty’s Hav-A-Snak 660-831-5355
Plowboys Barbeque 660-886-7569
The Brick BBQ 660-831-5357
Mazzio’s Pizza 660-886-7999
Mexico Lindo 660-886-7600
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Make sure you come back to Marshall on August 21 for the historic Total Solar Eclipse. Marshall is sitting in the center of the seventy-mile-wide line of totality and will experience two minutes and thirty-nine seconds of complete darkness as the moon passes in front of the sun and casts its shadow on the town. Keep up with all the plans for a citywide celebration at MarshallMOChamber.com. [17] 2017 Town Guide
While in Marshall visit several homes and buildings listed on the National Register of Historic Places. You will see many of these on your ride through Marshall. Maps will be available when riders arrive.
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Moberly is centrally located just thirty miles and 40 minutes north of Columbia at the crossroads of US Highways 63 and 24. Moberly is home to Central Christian College of the Bible and Moberly Area Community College, both with nationally ranked sports teams. If you love nostalgia—or maybe you’ve never enjoyed watching a movie under the stars—the Moberly DriveIn is one of the last drive-in movie theaters in the country that is still in operation. Go to BBTheatres.com/ moberly-drive/ to see what’s playing. Another jewel in Moberly’s crown is the beautiful 547-acre Rothwell Park that boasts full camping and RV hookups, rodeo arena, walking trails, mini railroad, fishing and recreational lakes as well as a state-of-the-art aquatic center and pool. Within this area, there is also a sporting complex for baseball, softball, soccer and football plus two disc golf courses. Moberly is also home to several large manufacturing and distribution centers that include Everlast Sporting Goods, Wal-Mart Distribution Center, Mid Am Building Supply and Orscheln Farm and Home. Several leasing companies and call centers also call Moberly home due to availability of fiber optic networks and infrastructure. Moberly is a great place to live, work, do business and play!
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Moberly Inn and Suites 660-263-6540
Super 8 660-263-8862
EAT & DRINK Lula’s Tavern 660-263-9610
Shady Tuesdays 660-372-1888
Lucky’s Last Resort 660-263-1233
Fiesta Bar & Grill 660-269-7188
Belle Italia Ristorante 660-263-0944
Harley’s Pub & Pool 660-372-2100
EVENTS Railroad Days Heritage Festival June 14-17 Historic Downtown Moberly Food vendors, beer garden, and nightly events with entertainment and carnival rides. Free admission.
Randolph County Rodeo June 2 & 3rd Rothwell Park
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The riders will be staying in beautiful Rothwell Park, which consists of 575 acres including lakes, a walking trail, an aquatic center, and a mini train that covers several miles within the park. Moberly has a historic downtown where the Randolph County Historical and Railroad Museum is located along with retail and antiques shops. Moberly also has larger national retail stores located along the “Magic Mile” and beyond. [19] 2017 Town Guide
4th of July Fireworks Extravaganza July 4th Rothwell Park
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Nestled between the tall bluffs of the Salt River valley in northeast Missouri, are the beautiful waters and breathtaking lands of Mark Twain Lake. Mark Twain Lake offers a nearly endless source of outdoor recreation opportunities. Thousands of people visit the lake each year to enjoy camping, fishing, hunting, boating, water skiing, trail riding, and hiking. The lake has two marinas, several boat ramps, and public beaches. At normal pool, the lake encompasses 18,600 acres, providing a variety of fishing opportunities. Mark Twain Lake has 45,000 acres of land and water available for hunting. The Mark Twain Lake and Clarence Cannon Dam project is managed by the US Army Corps of Engineers. The 55,000-acre project opened in 1984. Mark Twain Lake is located 25 minutes southwest of Hannibal, the boyhood home of Mark Twain.
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Timber Ridge Resort (573) 565-3135
Country Inn Resort (573) 267-3800
Cannon Dam Cabins (573) 565-3432
South Fork Resort (573) 206-3839
The Junction Inn (573) 565-2665
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The Hootenanny Cafe 573-565-3014
The Junction 573-565-3620
Rustic Oak Cabin Steakhouse 573-565-2040
Jonesy’s Cafe 660-327-5707
Jacs Restaurant 660-327-5227
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Hitching Post 573-735-1059
Dry Dock Restaurant & Bar 573-565-3584
Miller’s Bar & Grill
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The lake area has many businesses, including a water park, winery, campgrounds, restaurants, hotels, resorts, antique shops, specialty shops, hardware stores, Realtors, grocery stores, and much more. The lake area is bordered by three charming towns: Monroe City, Paris, and Perry, offering many services and specialty shops for those looking to explore them. [21] 2017 Town Guide
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Welcome to one of the most historic towns on the Big BAM ride! Founded nearly 200 years ago, Louisiana was a key shipping point and one of the first crossings over the Mississippi River. You’ll find many fine Victorian and antebellum homes in the Georgia Street Historic District. In fact, Louisiana has “the most intact Victorian streetscape in the state of Missouri!” Nestled among the Golden Hills on the banks of the Mississippi, Louisiana is home to the oldest “swing bridge” over the river. This bridge provides a crossing for trains and swings open to allow barges to pass on the river below. Louisiana will be celebrating its bicentennial in 2018. It is one of the oldest communities in northeast Missouri and is home to many Mesker buildings. The largest event in town is the annual Colorfest, which takes place every third weekend in October, when thousands of people congregate on Georgia Street.
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River’s Edge Motel 573-754-4522
Eagle’s Nest B&B 573-754-9888
West End Cabins 573-754-5888
EAT KC’s Place Restaurant 573-754-4100
Mom and Pop’s Donuts & Diner 573-560-4042
Fat Boys Diner 573-754-4455
Izola’s Place 573-754-4426
Dos Primos Mexican Restaurant 573-754-6377
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Club Mississippi
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Twin City Bowl 573-754-4280
EVENTS Outdoors Fest
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The Henry Lay Sculpture Park, funded by The Lay Family Foundation and St. Louis University, is located on approximately 20 acres surrounded by a 300-acre natural refuge with lakes, streams, and wooded hills. A well-maintained path takes visitors on a 40-minute walk through a maple grove, the McElwee Cemetery, and, past a number of important sculpture pieces. Many of the artists responsible for the pieces are nationally and internationally known, including Wendy Klemperer, Devin Laurence Field, Bing Cheng, Ron Fondaw, and Brian Rust. [23] 2017 Town Guide
June 16-17 Louisiana Riverfront An all-out outdoors event featuring local and regional vendors selling, golf, cycling, hunting, and fishing gear.
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