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A Winter Day in Pulaski County
Cozy, Crafty, & Caffeinated Winter Activities in Pulaski County, MO
Has the recent drop in mercury turned you into a homebody? It’s understandable — the frigid winter temperatures means having to take a break from some of the best outdoor activities in Pulaski County like float trips and fishing. However, the frozen outdoor spaces shouldn’t keep you indoors all season long — there are still plenty of fun activities to experience around our communities, each allowing you to create lasting memories while finding respite from the cold outside. Check out some of our favorite winter activities in Pulaski County and enjoy a season that’s comfy and caffeinated!
A Crafty Sanctuary
Housed in a 100-year-old church, Sanctuary Coffee & Quilts offers a shopping experience like none other. Not only do they sell all the fabrics, supplies, and notions needed for your next quilting project, but their in-house coffee bar serves delicious drinks that add a kick to your step as well as handmade baked goods like muffins and pies. Spend a day shopping and gathering with friends and neighbors in a unique, historical setting!
Hollywood Luxury
Escape the bitter chill and soak in the warm glow of the silver screen at B&B Theatres Waynesville Patriot 12! Featuring the latest Hollywood blockbusters, this state-of-the-art multiplex boasts all-digital projection and audio with electric, reclining seats for maximum comfort. The theater’s Grand Screen large-format venue also includes a full-service bar and RealD 3D presentation for the ultimate moviegoing experience. Ask about renting a theater out for birthdays and special events — this venue makes for one heck of a game night!
Step Right Up!
Explore the freakier side of Uranus! The Uranus Sideshow Museum features an incredible selection of some of the most bizarre oddities from around the world. A two-headed bull shark, so-called unicorns and mermaids, live demonstrations from sword swallower Katya Kadavera… With more than 100 freaky exhibits, this museum provides a thrilling opportunity to both escape the cold and uncover a strange and downright outlandish side of Pulaski County.
A Mighty Swing
Chilly weather keeping you from the golf courses and batting cages around Pulaski County? Bogeys and Beers in Saint Robert can help you get your reps in or scratch your competitive itch with indoor stalls featuring state-of-the-art sports simulators. Choose your sport — including golf, baseball, hockey, and soccer — and enjoy indoor fun and plenty of suds with friends!
Bull’s-eye!
Want to improve your aim? Or are you looking to fire a few rounds for the first time? The firearms experts at Bow and Barrel Sportsmen Center offer a safe, controlled environment for both enthusiasts and newcomers with seven indoor, climate-controlled shooting stalls. Bowhunters can also stay sharp and brave the cold on the center’s outdoor archery range. Perfect your craft or discover a new hobby in a facility that puts safety above all else!
Travel through Our History
Here in Pulaski County, we take our history seriously. But the legends and accomplishments of our ancestors aren’t just relegated to dusty old library books or tales told across generations — they’re immortalized in the many museums displaying the hard work and sacrifice of those who came before. At Fort Leonard Wood, explore the expansive John B. Mahaffey Museum Complex, the only place in the country to feature three U.S. Army museums in one facility. Open to the public, the U.S. Army Military Police Corps Regimental Museum, the U.S. Army Engineer Museum, and the U.S. Army Chemical Corps Museum highlight the fascinating history of these Army branches with a selection of uniforms, weapons, equipment, and even vehicles.
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