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Click on any month to learn more about the many events that are available at your Jackson County Parks.
 SPOTLIGHT EVENTS
May 3
27th Annual Kids Fishing Derby
 Location: Old Beach at Lake Jacomo
Time: 9:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. (Registration begins @ 8:30 a.m.)
Price: No Charge, Registration Required.
Phone: (816) 503-4860
Email: Kemper@jacksongov.org
The Kid's Fishing Derby is open to ages 2 through 15. Contestants should bring their own fishing pole, bait and bucket to hold their catch. There will be a free casting contest. Prizes awarded to Derby winners. Call or email for more information. |
May 3
Sheep Shearing
 Location: Missouri Town 1855, Fleming Park
Time: 9:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Price: Adults, $5.00; Youth 5-13 and Seniors, $3.00; Under 5, Free
Phone: (816) 503-4860
Email: missouritown@jacksongov.org
Witness the age-old traditions of sheep shearing, carding, dyeing, spinning and weaving of wool. Children and adults alike will enjoy an educational and entertaining experience preserving our rich heritage of yesteryear. |
May 10 NEW!
Artifact Road Show: Stump the Archaeologist!
Location: Ft. Osage, Sibley, MO 
Time: 9:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Price: Adults - $7.00; Youth - $4.00; Seniors - $3.00
Phone: (816) 503-4860
Email: fortosage@jacksongov.org
Do you have a shoebox of arrowheads in your closet? Did your grandfather collect stone and pottery artifacts from his plowed fields? Maybe you unearthed some artifacts in your garden. Are you wondering how old these artifacts are, how they were used, or what culture they belonged to?
If so, please carefully box up your artifacts and attend the 1st Annual Fort Osage Artifact Road Show. Archaeologists will be on hand to provide information about your artifacts, and how we can all become stewards of cultural resources. |
May 24 & 25
Honoring America's Soldiers
 Location: Ft. Osage, Sibley, MO
Time: 9:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Price: Adults - $7.00; Youth - $4.00; Seniors - $3.00
Phone: (816) 503-4860
Email: fortosage@jacksongov.org
Fort Osage, a front military outpost of the early 1800's, honors the American Soldier in an interpretive presentation of the military 1790-2000. You will be able to witness the contrasts between the uniforms, weapons and daily life of soldiers as re-enactors bring the past 200 years to life. Featuring specials displays of historic military vehicles. |
May 24
 Beach Season Opening
Location: Longview and Blue Spring Beaches, Longview Park and Fleming Park
Times:
May 27 - June 6 | 3-7 p.m.
June 9 - August 8 | 1-7 p.m.
August 11 - August 29 | 3-7 p.m.
Weekends & Holidays | 11 a.m. - 7 p.m
Price: Adults $5, Children/Seniors $3 - Family Passes Available.
Phone: (816) 503-4876
Splash into summer at two of the most popular swimming beaches in Jackson County. Enjoy sandy beaches, certified lifeguards and shower and restroom facilities. |
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