Katy Trail Youth
- + Hi, my neighbor is a ranger at the Katy Trail state park and he said that they're hiring and aiming more toward youth to get them more involved and said it was something called SPICY I'm not sure what...
Discussion started 06/07/2012 12:51 PM by Megan - 6 replies (last reply by Cathy at 06/08/2012 11:07 AM)Megan on 06/07/2012 12:51 PM
Hi, my neighbor is a ranger at the Katy Trail state park and he said that they're hiring and aiming more toward youth to get them more involved and said it was something called SPICY I'm not sure what the acronym is but I can't find any information or job applications on here, does anyone know anything about this or how I can get in touch.
Anonymous on 06/07/2012 03:06 PM
Maybe talk to your neighbor and see who he works for and then contact them. I doubt that he works for bikekatytrail dot com.
Blaine McKinney on 06/07/2012 06:00 PM
if you find out more information please post it on here, that sounds like dream job for me
Gary from Near Tebbetts on 06/07/2012 08:57 PM
Megan, since your neighbor is a Katy Trail park ranger that told you about it in the first place, it only seems logical for you to ask him directly. Am I missing something here?
Anonymous on 06/07/2012 09:45 PM
Megan is missing something but she don't know what it is.
Cathy from Jefferson City on 06/08/2012 11:07 AM
Megan, if your neighbor does not know any more about this, try calling 1-800-334-6946. I got that number off a page about seasonal employment at state parks. Maybe the person at that number can get you in touch with the right person to discuss the program your neighbor mentioned. DNR (department of natural resources) oversees state parks. I think the web site for state parks is www.mostateparks.com. If you find out more about this program, please post it on this site. It sounds like a great idea.
Cathy from Jefferson City on 06/08/2012 11:07 AM
Megan, if your neighbor does not know any more about this, try calling 1-800-334-6946. I got that number off a page about seasonal employment at state parks. Maybe the person at that number can get you in touch with the right person to discuss the program your neighbor mentioned. DNR (department of natural resources) oversees state parks. I think the web site for state parks is www.mostateparks.com. If you find out more about this program, please post it on this site. It sounds like a great idea.
Rocheport to Hartsburg
- + We rode from Rocheport to Hartsburg back in early April. Just wanted to thank Dixie & Conrad at Yates House in Rocheport for their hospitality. Beautiful B&B, great breakfasts and barely a block from ...
Discussion started 06/07/2012 04:03 PM by Tom - 0 repliesTom from Baton Rouge LA on 06/07/2012 04:03 PM
We rode from Rocheport to Hartsburg back in early April. Just wanted to thank Dixie & Conrad at Yates House in Rocheport for their hospitality. Beautiful B&B, great breakfasts and barely a block from the trail. Had dinner at Abigail's. Great food and atmosphere. Love the "menu". Rode to Hartsburg the following day. There we stayed at Hartsburg Inn. Though not as "luxurious" as Yates House, it was clean and comfortable and Cath was super. There we ate and re-hydrated at the Hart Creek Bistro. Great sandwiches but we probably overdid the free soft drink refills. Beautiful trip and we hope to do it again.
Excellent Stay
- + We really enjoyed our stay here. Maggie and George were excellent hosts! After a short stay we began to feel like we were long time friends! The room was very clean and the bed was comfortable. The di...
Discussion started 06/07/2012 10:19 AM by Steve and Carol - 0 repliesSteve and Carol from Houston on 06/07/2012 10:19 AM
We really enjoyed our stay here. Maggie and George were excellent hosts! After a short stay we began to feel like we were long time friends! The room was very clean and the bed was comfortable. The dinner and breakfast could not be any better. We felt a bit guilty that we could not eat everything! You can't go wrong staying here!!
Lococo House is an excellent B&B!!
- + We stayed in the Lococo House II for two nights and had breakfast next door in Lococo III and were really impressed by the kindness of the family and the quality of the B&B. The room was very comforta...
Discussion started 06/07/2012 10:04 AM by Steve and Carol - 0 repliesSteve and Carol from Houston on 06/07/2012 10:04 AM
We stayed in the Lococo House II for two nights and had breakfast next door in Lococo III and were really impressed by the kindness of the family and the quality of the B&B. The room was very comfortable and the breakfast was excellent. We had a warm welcome which was appreciated after a long drive. Rhona and Leo shuttled us up the Katy Trail which we enjoyed riding back to St Charles. This is a quality B&B!!
Mileage marker at Black Walnut Trailhead
- + I visited the Black Walnut yesterday and rode to Machens and back. It seemed to be more than 4.2 miles roundtrip. Sure enough, the mile marker at Black Walnut was 30; making the distance to Machens 3....
Discussion started 06/06/2012 08:25 PM by Rod F. - 0 repliesRod F. from St. Charles, MO on 06/06/2012 08:25 PM
I visited the Black Walnut yesterday and rode to Machens and back. It seemed to be more than 4.2 miles roundtrip. Sure enough, the mile marker at Black Walnut was 30; making the distance to Machens 3.1 miles and the roundtrip 6.2. Please correct the mileage chart. Thanks.
Dormitory at School House B + B in Rocheport
- + Room was very comfortable for the two of us overnight. we cycled there from Clinton, MO. Well stocked breakfast items. Call the Inn if you have special requests or needs as I emailed as my son in law ...
Discussion started 06/04/2012 03:19 PM by Rebguy - 1 reply (last reply by School House Innkeeper at 06/06/2012 08:06 PM)Rebguy from Olathe KS on 06/04/2012 03:19 PM
Room was very comfortable for the two of us overnight. we cycled there from Clinton, MO. Well stocked breakfast items. Call the Inn if you have special requests or needs as I emailed as my son in law and I wanted a bottle of wine waiting when we arrived but my email request was never responded too! Room clean and plenty of hotwater. Thanks for a great stay.
School House Innkeeper from Rocheport on 06/06/2012 08:06 PM
We're glad you enjoyed your stay at our Dormitory House. Sorry we didn't receive your email request for wine; we do have a liquor license and keep chilled wine and beer for sale in the Inn; just call our cell phone when you arrive and we're happy to deliver a bottle to your room.
Wanting to start in Clinton
- + I was wondering if anyone has taken the train From STL to Warrensburg and rode down to Clinton to start. A second option would be to take the train from STL just to Sedalia and get a shuttle to Clinto...
Discussion started 06/05/2012 01:42 PM by Paul Hutson - 3 replies (last reply by Joe at 06/05/2012 10:00 PM)Paul Hutson from Eureka MO on 06/05/2012 01:42 PM
I was wondering if anyone has taken the train From STL to Warrensburg and rode down to Clinton to start. A second option would be to take the train from STL just to Sedalia and get a shuttle to Clinton. Has anyone done this and /or have any suggestions?
Louis Ayers from St. Peters, Mo. on 06/05/2012 04:06 PM
Hi Paul! I have taken the train from Kirkwood to Sedalia, then rode into Clinton on the trail, litte over 30 miles.You can camp at Henry's Fairground free in Clinton. The train fare with 1 bike is around $35. Take a 0 day in Clinton then start your ride back to Machen.
Billy from Mokane on 06/05/2012 04:21 PM
I agree, just avoid the hassle and expense. Jump on your bike in Sedalia and ride the short distance to Clinton.
Joe from Wildwood, MO on 06/05/2012 10:00 PM
In May I rode Amtrak to Warrensburg and took a shuttle from Central Cab to Clinton, I attempted to get off in Sedalia buy I could not get any shuttle services to return my call. Central Cab was great and the cost was $45.00 just make sure you call them a day or two in advance.
Amtrak train ideas ? - riding partner(s)
- + I am thinking of riding the Katy trail sometime this summer and was hoping to find someone/people to do it with just so i dont have to be alone incase of issues, I plan on staying in a hotel/bed and b...
Discussion started 06/05/2012 09:28 PM by ken - 0 repliesken from Liberty on 06/05/2012 09:28 PM
I am thinking of riding the Katy trail sometime this summer and was hoping to find someone/people to do it with just so i dont have to be alone incase of issues, I plan on staying in a hotel/bed and breakfast but not looking for a roommate just day time riding partner(s).
Also anyone ever use Amtrak from Lees summit to Sedalia ? also where would you pick it back up to get back to lees summit ? I was just going to do the trail 1 way for now becuase i only can do it over a weekend.
Not that it matters but i am a 37 year old easy going guy that is somewhat new to biking with in the last couple years and not out to prove anything like speed records just want the exercise/challange and to see the scenery.
Sedalia Shuttles
- + I have made several attempts to arrange shuttle service for my upcoming ride with the Sedalia companies on the web site. One promised to give mea quote the next day, which they didn't do. I called the...
Discussion started 06/04/2012 03:01 PM by Spikedriver - 2 replies (last reply by Rhona Lococo at 06/05/2012 10:53 AM)Spikedriver on 06/04/2012 03:01 PM
I have made several attempts to arrange shuttle service for my upcoming ride with the Sedalia companies on the web site. One promised to give mea quote the next day, which they didn't do. I called the other 2 services and left 2 messages for both. No response. If they can't even respond, I wouldn't have much faith in them honoring a commitment to pick someone up. Being stranded at some location without transportation would ruin the trip. I nowvhave arranged for some family to help out.
Hank from New Haven on 06/05/2012 06:51 AM
Have you talked to Davidson Transportation? I talked to her just yesterday and she was great.
Rhona Lococo from St Charles on 06/05/2012 10:53 AM
we shuttle to and from Sedalia, we have 20 years experience and never leave any ons stranded. We are located in St Charles....call 636-946-0619
Joey's Birdhouse = Great!
- + had a fantastic stay at The Birdhouse. Joey and Rich are a wonderful couple, made us feel at home, and were extremely generous and helpful! The Birdhouse is charming, clean, well stocked, and is so cl...
Discussion started 06/04/2012 04:37 PM by Todd Martin - 0 repliesTodd Martin from Tucson, AZ on 06/04/2012 04:37 PM
had a fantastic stay at The Birdhouse. Joey and Rich are a wonderful couple, made us feel at home, and were extremely generous and helpful! The Birdhouse is charming, clean, well stocked, and is so close to the trail you'll be glad to make it your stop after a long (or short) day in the saddle. -todd martin
ferns b&b
- + I just called and she no longer has the B & B in Windsor Mo...
Discussion started 06/03/2012 04:55 PM by Pam - 0 repliesPam from Warrensburg MO on 06/03/2012 04:55 PM
I just called and she no longer has the B & B in Windsor Mo...
Yellow Farmhouse Vineyard and Winery
- + I've been to this place twice now and I noticed there weren't any comments about it. This is a great place! Every spring when they reopen for the season they have a wine tasting event where you tast...
Discussion started 06/02/2012 08:22 AM - 3 replies (last reply by Pam O at 06/03/2012 03:45 PM)Anonymous on 06/02/2012 08:22 AM
I've been to this place twice now and I noticed there weren't any comments about it. This is a great place! Every spring when they reopen for the season they have a wine tasting event where you taste the wine straight out of the barrel. The winery is biker, kid, and dog friendly(not to many of those around anymore). And it's just seconds from the katy trail. You also can bring your own food as well and they have movie nights on Fridays! Just remember they're only open Friday-Sunday so plan accordingly.
Pam O from Independence on 06/03/2012 12:32 PM
Where are they located?
Ray (webmaster) on 06/03/2012 03:11 PM
Pam, Defiance has one bar/restaurant (Terry & Kathys) that backs up to the trail, right next to the parking lot. Yellow Farmhouse is right across the highway from this bar, and across from the parking lot. Just look for yellow!
Pam O from Independence on 06/03/2012 03:45 PM
Thanks Ray. Will take a look at it on our week long ride next week.
St. Charles Vintage House & Wine Garden (St Charles)
- + We have a big recommendation for you- you should make sure if you have the chance to go eat at this wonderful little restaurant and take someone special that you do it! It is a great restaurant full ...
Discussion started 02/23/2009 03:13 AM by Lover - 1 reply (last reply by Hein. at 06/03/2012 02:23 PM)Lover from St. Charles on 02/23/2009 03:13 AM
We have a big recommendation for you- you should make sure if you have the chance to go eat at this wonderful little restaurant and take someone special that you do it! It is a great restaurant full of warmth and charm, with the best German (Bavarian) food in the area. The garden area outside is terraced and lovely, with a gazebo. Even if you are not drinking it is special! We have enjoyed this place for years and you should, too! Call ahead to make plans- the owner, Gus, is a nice person who is very helpful. They are usually only open for dinner.
Lover from St. Charles on 02/23/2009 03:13 AM
We have a big recommendation for you- you should make sure if you have the chance to go eat at this wonderful little restaurant and take someone special that you do it! It is a great restaurant full of warmth and charm, with the best German (Bavarian) food in the area. The garden area outside is terraced and lovely, with a gazebo. Even if you are not drinking it is special! We have enjoyed this place for years and you should, too! Call ahead to make plans- the owner, Gus, is a nice person who is very helpful. They are usually only open for dinner.
Hein. from Nashua, NH on 06/03/2012 02:23 PM
I liked this place, but it is closed now.
Hein. from Nashua, NH on 06/03/2012 02:23 PM
I liked this place, but it is closed now.
KT Caboose in Marthasville
- + What are the hours now? I'm thinking of biking through there on the 21st this month.
Discussion started 04/09/2012 09:39 AM by asevstr - 4 replies (last reply by kt at 06/02/2012 07:18 PM)asevstr from St Louis, MO on 04/09/2012 09:39 AM
What are the hours now? I'm thinking of biking through there on the 21st this month.
KT Caboose from Marthasville on 05/13/2012 12:16 PM
Our hours are Mon, Tues, and Thurs from 11:00am -8:00pm, Fri 11:00am-9:00pm, Saturday 9:00am-9:00pm, and Sunday 9:00am to 8:00pm. Closed on Sundays.
We hope to see you soon!
Anonymous on 05/13/2012 01:48 PM
Your hours don't seem right. Open or closed on Sunday? What about Wednesday?
Becky from Washington on 05/31/2012 04:19 AM
We just rode by there Wed. It's closed on Wednesdays and open Sundays.
kt from marthasville on 06/02/2012 07:18 PM
ooops! open Sundays,9:00 to 8:00. closed on Wednesdays.
looking for cyclists needing a ride
- + We are shuttling riders on the Katy, we are looking for riders who want to ride back to St Charles from Clinton,Sedalia or Booneville. Here are the following days we will be shuttling. June 1, 6, 9, 1...
Discussion started 05/31/2012 03:09 PM by Rhona Lococo - 3 replies (last reply by Rhona Lococo at 06/01/2012 05:07 PM)Rhona Lococo from St Charles on 05/31/2012 03:09 PM
We are shuttling riders on the Katy, we are looking for riders who want to ride back to St Charles from Clinton,Sedalia or Booneville. Here are the following days we will be shuttling. June 1, 6, 9, 14, 18, Sept 17, 26
Shuttles back from Boone ville only on Oct 20, call 636-946-0619 for more details, Lococo House b&B
Jill from St. Louis on 05/31/2012 06:29 PM
What shuttle are you using? I may have a few rider coming back from hermann on the 9th. I am interested in the service for future rides.
Anonymous on 06/01/2012 09:35 AM
I think they are the shuttle service. They are driving one way with riders and don't want to return home empty.
Rhona Lococo from St Charles on 06/01/2012 05:07 PM
we are a B&B, we basically shuttle only our guests, but will shuttle folks who need rides back from the trail to St Charles and other destinations
Hwy. bridge out at Mokane
- + FYI... we were driving to Tebbetts from Hermann on 94, but a blinking sign said a bridge is out at Mokane, blocking the highway, so we had to take an hour-long detour through windy roads and hills up ...
Discussion started 06/01/2012 02:38 PM by Bladewalker - 1 reply (last reply by Doug at 06/01/2012 02:50 PM)Bladewalker on 06/01/2012 02:38 PM
FYI... we were driving to Tebbetts from Hermann on 94, but a blinking sign said a bridge is out at Mokane, blocking the highway, so we had to take an hour-long detour through windy roads and hills up to Fullton and then back down to Tebbetts. It was frustrating because we were anxious get ride. I don't know how long the detour will be on.
Doug from Bluffton on 06/01/2012 02:50 PM
If you are headed west bound there is a gravel road just before you get to the bridge that is being worked on that you turn north onto and go a few hundred yards and turn left, go to the pavement and turn left again, a few hundred yards more and there is hwy 94. This cannot be used as a detour for trucks or large RVs etc because of small bridges. If you are headed east, start the detour but turn right on the gravel road right at the old stone jail house.
Sorry this doesn't help you but maybe someone else will save some miles and aggravation.
TrailHead
- + I was in Pilot Grove in July 2011, I thought the bathroom had running water, but the site says otherwise. Can someone confirm?
Discussion started 05/31/2012 06:10 PM by AKillen - 2 replies (last reply by Ray (webmaster) at 06/01/2012 12:14 AM)AKillen from Kansas City on 05/31/2012 06:10 PM
I was in Pilot Grove in July 2011, I thought the bathroom had running water, but the site says otherwise. Can someone confirm?
Anonymous from Kansas City on 05/31/2012 10:55 PM
We were just there last week - there was a water fountain. Didn't use the restroom, but in our experience, the trailheads with a fountain do have running water in the bathrooms.
Ray (webmaster) on 06/01/2012 12:14 AM
Thanks for the heads up. I changed the info to say running water, unless someone says otherwise.
I appreciate your help in keeping the information here as accurate as possible.
Second stay at the Lower Street Inn
- + After a very enjoyable stay at the Lower Street Inn last September, we returned again this May. It was as good has we had expected. Rooms were as promised, and the breakfast was legendary. And there i...
Discussion started 05/31/2012 03:05 PM by Wihelm - 0 repliesWihelm from Saint Louis on 05/31/2012 03:05 PM
After a very enjoyable stay at the Lower Street Inn last September, we returned again this May. It was as good has we had expected. Rooms were as promised, and the breakfast was legendary. And there is no need to worry about finding something to eat with the wine that you are enjoying after dinner in the living room, screened porch or garden.
We will be back.
Wilhelm
Trailside cafe
- + Stopped here on the jamboree ride. Understand they were on overload due to the crowd but was this not the 4 th jamboree? So they knew what to expect? So isn't not have a pot of pulled pork ready, doze...
Discussion started 05/29/2012 09:03 PM by Teresa - 5 replies (last reply by anonymous at 05/31/2012 02:38 PM)Teresa from Kearney on 05/29/2012 09:03 PM
Stopped here on the jamboree ride. Understand they were on overload due to the crowd but was this not the 4 th jamboree? So they knew what to expect? So isn't not have a pot of pulled pork ready, dozens of hotdogs and hamburgers ready instead of cooking one order at a time? Worse service on the trail, rude employees and can't comment on the food because we gave up after an hour and got our money back! Next year little Cafe....be ready for the crowd IF you want the business! If not, close up! Don't waste our time!
Nanaterry from Lawson on 05/30/2012 10:34 AM
Are you talking about the Trailside Cafe in Rocheport? If you are, we didn't find it enjoyable to wait either. We were there on Tuesday the 22nd of May, and it took a long time to get our food order taken and to receive the food after. And they only had one person order before us. Slow, slow, slow. Although the food tasted good after the long wait.
Sid from Columbia MO on 05/30/2012 01:03 PM
I also made the big mistake of going to the Trailside Cafe on Saturday durng the Peddler's Jamboree. After waiting over an hour on my order I inquired about my food to find they had lost my ticket. When I asked for a refund the employee had an attitude.
On the return trip Sunday, I tried the Rochport BBQ direcrtly behind the trailside cafe and found fast service, good food, and great people.
dave from springfield on 05/30/2012 05:38 PM
Yeah I have to say I would never stop here again. They booted us out on Sunday night at 6:55pm. The burger was overpriced and overcooked. Nothing was good about it.
Anonymous on 05/30/2012 10:42 PM
After several stops, several food order, several attempts to be polite and decent...I gave up on them. I have found them to be rude and unresponsive even when they aren't busy. They won't get another dime of my money.
Anonymous on 05/31/2012 02:38 PM
just after the railroad tunnel going into Rocheport is a new place that is offering wood fire pizzas plus a wine & beer license. I talked to the owner while he was finishing the brickwork. It should be open very soon and give another food alternative to the TrailSide Cafe. Competion is a good thing cause the quality of food & service has gone way done @ Trailside which is a shame.
Services - N Jefferson City
- + Planning a 100 mile ride for later in the summer which will end in N. Jefferson City. May have a couple of hours to kill until I am picked up. What are the best options for someplace close to the N. J...
Discussion started 05/29/2012 02:13 PM by J Addison - 2 replies (last reply by Steve at 05/30/2012 10:26 PM)J Addison from St. Charles on 05/29/2012 02:13 PM
Planning a 100 mile ride for later in the summer which will end in N. Jefferson City. May have a couple of hours to kill until I am picked up. What are the best options for someplace close to the N. Jefferson trailhead to get a frosty beverage and chill out waiting for my ride?
Jim from St. Thomas on 05/29/2012 06:00 PM
Take the new bike/pedestrian bridge over to JC and stop at Paddy Malones on West Main street. Great food and an excellent beer selection.
Steve from Collinsville, IL on 05/30/2012 10:26 PM
There is Turkey Creek Golf Center less than half a mile from the trailhead in N. Jefferson. They have minigolf and refreshments. http://www.turkeycreekgolfcenter.com/
Farm to Table Options (not cooking)
- + I'd like to say I am a foodie but that's not the case. I grew up on a farm - so I liked the good stuff before it was cool. The list on this site is great w/different places to eat along the trail. Tha...
Discussion started 05/02/2012 03:41 PM by JLMeyer - 1 reply (last reply by rich lauer at 05/30/2012 08:26 PM)JLMeyer on 05/02/2012 03:41 PM
I'd like to say I am a foodie but that's not the case. I grew up on a farm - so I liked the good stuff before it was cool. The list on this site is great w/different places to eat along the trail. Thanks you for putting it together! I am wondering if anyone has any farm to table places they recommend. I will not be cooking! Thanks so much.
rich lauer from mckittrick on 05/30/2012 08:26 PM
Stay at Joey's Birdhouse in McKittrick and she will prepare a delicious supper of locally raised food (roasted free range chicken with veggies from her garden) breakfast is self serve free range eggs with pastries (or whatever you would like)
Single night stay?
- + Planning on an overnight in Hermann on a weekend in Oct. but everyone, it seems, has a required minimum of a two-night stay for Oct. weekends. Any ideas?
Discussion started 05/16/2012 11:21 AM by Duke - 5 replies (last reply by rich lauer at 05/30/2012 08:02 PM)Duke from Appleton, WI on 05/16/2012 11:21 AM
Planning on an overnight in Hermann on a weekend in Oct. but everyone, it seems, has a required minimum of a two-night stay for Oct. weekends. Any ideas?
Psychlist on 05/16/2012 11:42 AM
Hermann's Oktoberfest is a huge event, thousands of people flood the town, so B&B's can call the shots. There are B&B's in McKittrick and Rhineland - I don't know if they have the same restrictions, but you might give them a try.
Rendleman Home from Bluffton on 05/16/2012 06:55 PM
The Rendleman Home 12 miles west of Hermann on the trail does not have a minimum stay
DSD on 05/17/2012 07:35 AM
Could check Washington or even Jeff City for a regular hotel?
John from Ballwin on 05/21/2012 09:23 AM
We stayed at the Hermann Motel this past weekend which was Maifest and thy did not have a minimum stay. It didn't come up on the map but I'd you search google you can find it.
I would give it 2/5 stars. No dead animals in our room at least.
Good luck.
rich lauer from mckittrick on 05/30/2012 08:02 PM
You are in luck! Joeys Birdhouse in Mckittrick is
always open for one nighters. Check out website
themerck.com