CAP'T. MIKE FINK'S
MARINA
Boat & PWC Rental
573-365-6557

"On the Strip"

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Captain Mike Fink and his team are long time locals at Lake of the Ozarks so be sure to ask us about must see and do attractions, resturants, night spots, lodging and upcoming events!
Events, Attractions, Resturants. Bars, Nightclubs & Lodging

Upcoming Events:

 

The sky is falling...
with ducks

The Great Bagnell Dam Duck Drop

Date: 

Saturday, August 14th

 
Experience up to 7,500 rubber ducks falling from the sky on Saturday, August 14th as the largest duck race in the lake's history takes place on the Osage River below the Bagnell Dam.   Make a day of it as we kick-off The Great Bagnell Dam Duck Drop with a 5K Family Fun Run and Waddle Walk .  The Family Fun Zone will open following the walk with clowns, duck ponds, duck painting, puppet shows, vendors, food and live entertainment.  The official "Duck Drop" will take place at 12 PM as thousands of numbered rubber ducks float to the finish line on the Osage River.  
 
Cost:  $5.00 per ticket (duck adoptions)
 
Prizes:
First Place - $5,000 plus Second and Third Place
***Plus nine ducks will be selected for additional prizes including the lame duck prize
 
SCHEDULE
8 AM - Family 5K Fun Run and Waddle Walk
10 AM - 3:00 PM - Family Fun Zone Opens - Clowns, Face Painting, Kids Games, Entertainment, Food, Duck Pond, Duck painting, puppet show and much more
12 PM - The Official Duck Drop
2 PM - Official Race Results Presented
3:00 PM - Family Fun Zone Closes
 
WAYS YOU CAN GET INVOLVED...

  • Become a Great Bagnell Dam Duck Drop Sponsor (Contact the Lake Area Chamber at 964-1008 for sponsorship opportunities from $200 - $1000)
  • Adopt a duck(s) - One or a whole flock 
  • Volunteer on the committee to launch this 2nd Annual
  • Invite your family, friends & coworkers out to enjoy the event

  • Attractions, Resturants and Bars
    Paradise Parasail  573-365-6757
    Located at our marina 1100 Bagnell Dam Blvd. Lake Ozark Open Memorial Day Weekend 2010  The lakes original parasail ride. Fly w/ Captian's Dorae, Chase, and Neil. Spectacular views and thrills.  Absolutley safe and fun for all ages.  Fly 1 to 4 people at a time.  Call for reservations or just walk up!  Paradise Parasail also offers a year round location on beautiful Ft. Myers Beach Florida!


    The Tom Sawyer Paddle Wheel Ship
    (Cruises Daily). Featuring a lake classic the Tom Sawyer Paddle Ship . Say hi to Greg,  Mary and the rest of the crew.  Family owned and operated for the last 9 years.  Best sunsets on the lake!  Check out the huge fish you can feed 'em  Next to Bagnell Dam and next to Mike Fink's Marina.

    Lake Ozark Helicopters, Inc. 573-302-0022
    From a shorty hop to the ultimate Aerial Tour of Lake of the Ozarks including Party Cove Flyovers, Jerry and Captian Dan fly out of the Grand Glaize Airport and now their new heliport in Lake Ozark at Pauls Supermarket from Bagnell Dam Blvd and Horseshoe Bend Parkway.  Wave to us when you fly over we'll wave back! Flights begin at just $25.00.
    www.lakeozarkhelicopters.com

    Stewarts Resturant
    Historic Stewarts Family Resturant.  Ozark sized cinnamon rolls, B's & G's, homemade pie, daily lunch specials.  An Ozarks breakfast tradition! Mike likes his pie ala mode!

    The Zip On The Strip! 
    New this season just across the street from Captain Mike Fink's Marina, Strap into a harness and off you go into the Ozarks Jungle on a Thrilling Zipline Adventure. $20.00, stop by Captain Mike Fink's for $5.00 off coupons.


    Lucky's
    Mike's Favorite Pizza and cocktails!  Run by Hawkeye Fans Larry and Trish!  You might spot Captian David Scott of the Championship Busch Light Offshore Race Team buying everyone bush lites! Just a couple doors west of our Marina on the Bagnell Dam Strip.

    Lake Fudge
    Chocolate energy and Ozark Tradition between us and the Tom Sawyer

    Allie Katz
    Al & Nikki Solomon's Dam Joint. Try the prime rib sliders, pizza rocks too!  Beer's cold bartenders soft and warm. Say hi to Kelly and Jackque!

    Casablanca Bar & Resturant
    Eddie Jordon & Sharon are your hosts w/ the most. Breakfast served on Sat. & Sun. great Bloody Marys, Lunch and dinner served 7 days a week all year long. The lake's Don Ackers performs every Sunday nite.

    The Indian on the Strip at the Batting Cages
    Hint...view him from his right profile...hehehe...lol

    Frick N Frack
    Almost as funny and cool as the Indian...Lisa's store is "Right On" A hippie must see!

    Bridal Cave
    The Lake's number one underground attraction...Mike helped dig the tunnel allowing public access to Mystery Lake!  Learn the legend of Thunder Mountian Hwy 5 just north of Camdenton. Open Year Round! 573-365-2676 Lake Rd 5-88 2 miles north of Camdenton on Hwy 5.  
    www.bridalcave.com

    Tiki Bay and Schmidty's Tiki Bar
    Tiki Bay at the 4mm on the north shore features  a gas dock and c store.  Nice docks and friendly crew, Outdoor Tiki Bar on the water called Schmitty's...w/ breakfast lunch & dinner house drinks are the Leg Spreader and the must try shot is an Apple Pie!
    Schmidty and Mike prowled more than one sewer back in the day.  Live Music, Livelier Owner!
    Easy access from Mike Fink's Marina on one of our party barges!

    Dockknockers
    Crab Races, buckets of Crab and Beer . 2 Bars and Live music at the 4 1/2mm by Wheelhouse Condos say hi to Gary, Raven & Dillion the bartenders, Easy access from Mike Fink's Marina on one of our party barges!

    Dawg Daze
    Huge Lakeside Resturant and Bar w/ a separate Crab Shack, at night live regional bands inside hip hop jocks outside.  Home of the lakes one and only Dale Blue (Lot's of friends stop by and jam w/ Dale!  Mike has been known to grab a guitar and join in!) see Dale Blue afternoons Fri. Sat & Sun. Mike likes the steaks w/ R J's secret sauce and the Lo Cash Cowboys...thank's for the guitar lesson Lo Cash! The Barret Resturant Groups first and finest location.  Say hi to Risa our favorite girl behind the bar.  Owners Mark and Brian Barrett also host the Water Dog Diving Event each summer, bring your dog to this event, it is Dog Daze duh!
    Jeffries Rd. just west of the Grand Glaize Bridge or just off the 19 MM on the main channel at the 1/4 mm on the Glaize arm.

    Dorsey Schrader's Pit Stop
    Race Fans will flip over the Pit Stop's BBQ.. Dorsey and Kim are the nicest and so is thier team.  They spent the winter remodeling as if it wasn't cool enough already! If he has time or he's not out of town on assignment for the SPEED CHANNEL, Dorsey loves to give tours of his Racing Memoribilia. See actual helmets, photo's, trophys and amazing videos of terrifing crashes he survived during his racing career.  What a way to spend a Sunday watching NASCAR at the Pit Stop w/ a real racer while enjoying terrific BBQ (Mike likes the burnt ends) and Pizza prepared outdoors in a wood fired oven!
    Fine Dining up casual down.
    20mm or by land turn west off Hwy 54 at the hospital and follow the signs.  Sniff out the window for the BBQ you can't and shouldn't miss it!


    Shorty Pants Bar & Grill
    22mm at the Salty Dog marina home of Dr. Don and his vessel Euphoria.  By land Hwy. 54 to KK turn right after Dogwood Golf Course & follow the signs and smell of fine cuisine. A Barret Group Resturant so you know it's great!

    The City Grill & Blue Room
    The Homm family's finest, Papa Joe is a lake resturant legend and his son's Kenny and Joey continue adding to the legacy. Open for lunch and dinner eat in the dining room or lake's best sports bar, come evening migrate down to the Blue Room Nightclub w/ Bartending legends John & Shelly Flippo and DJ Tiny rocking the house.  Comedy nite every Wendesday.
    Mike's Favorite winter hangout!  In the summer if an evening squall blows up we dock the boat and go by land Hwy 54 about a mile west of the Grand Glaize Bridge.

    Hookers
    Kara's new resturant and bar just west of KK on Hwy 54, say hi to Captian Mike's favorite bartender Charlie and you won't be sorry!

    Hook Line & Sinker Bait Shop
    Located on Hwy 54 west of KK next to Hookers, all you need to fill one of our boats full of fish!

    Auntie Annies Pretzels
    The most outragous Lemonades on the face of the globe, and pretzels you will not believe.  Mike likes the pepperoni pretzel.  Located in the Outlet Mall on Hwy 54 in Osage Beach.
    Get free stuff 
    www.auntieannes.com


    Terry's Seat Co 573-302-7676
    Commercial Upholstery... Family owned and operated by Don & Terry,  the lakes most experianced!

    TNT Discount (Formerly Hood's Discount Warehouse)
    Between Lake Ozark & Eldon west side of Hwy 54 Todd, Elisha and the crew have everything from A to Z.  A must visit for home improvement projects and more!



    Cool Lodging:
  • Racquet & Country Club Luxury Condo 580-884-7506
  • Luxury Condo, Terrific Location & View, 3 Bdrm, 2 Bath, sleeps 8, Tastefully Furnished. Amenities include 8 outdoor pools, one indoor pool, tennis courts, owner rates at Lodge of the Four Seasons Golf Courses & fitness center

  • Shoreland Lakeside Motel  573-964-6969
    Just a short crawl from Mike Fink's Marina, Kenny is your host w/ the most.  No need to drive once you arrive, he's got the lake in back and the Strip in front.  Walking distance from resturants, bars, shopping and entertainment and of course Mike Fink's Marina!

    Point Randall Resort  (573) 365-2081    1584 Susan Road, Lake Ozark, MO  65049                       2MM in the McCoy Branch Cove - Point Randall Resort is located on beautiful Horseshoe Bend. Just minutes by land or water to many area attractions including restaurants, shopping, golfing, recreation and historical places. A great family resort for all seasons and owned and operated by the Spriggs Family. 
    Point Randall's grass and grounds are always green and well kept. Bar-B-Que grills and picnic tables - shade trees - large lakeside patio - landscaping - sidewalks - sand playground Pool table - video games - guest laundry - one on one basketball court.Includes a heated swimming pool, hot tub and sun deck with a beautiful view of the lake. Sand beach with gradual slope for lake swimming and a swim dock. Padded, covered docks - lighted - electric hookups - marine gas and oil - concrete boat ramp. Over 1000 feet of shoreline - crappie beds - fish cleaning station-pre-arranged guideservice.   
    Rent a  boat from   Mike Fink's Marina and keep it for the week or weekend at your dock at Pointe Randall Resort!       
                                                                                                 
    www.pointrandallresort.com
    info@pointrandallresort.com

    Baymont Inn & Suites 573-365-2700
    24 hr dining at Denny's too!
    Great location at Business 54 and Hwy 54 in Lake Ozark

    Big Bear Resort (888) 546-0166 or 573-365-2115
    "Where Families Come First!"
    Become part of Michelle's family when you stay at Big Bear!
    Open year round,  large pool, inground hot tub, large sundeck with plenty of loungers and tables and chairs, sand/pebble beach, playground, martini deck over the water, coin laundry, paddle boat rentals, small convenience store, free movie rentals, boat ramp, trailer parking, swim dock, boat slips, WiFi in lobby and select units, great fishing, quiet cove for swimming and floating.  Located by water at the 2 mm just a short swim from Mike's rental marina at the dam. A lot of Big Bear's customers rent a boat from Mike Fink's for the weekend and keep it handy at Big Bear's docks for the week or weekend!
    Off Duckhead Road in Lake Ozark
    133 Polar Bear Circle
    Lake Ozark, MO 65049 US

    www.bigbearresortfun.com

    Orchid Motel 573-365-2680
    Owner Joe Holman and Mike watched the Super Bowl together...on Ft. Myers Beach...yes we have an off season and then we become the tourists!
    Located on Business 54 near the Hwy 54 west Junction.

    Country Club Hotel 573-964-2200
    One of the newest hotels and convention centers at the lake, fine dining and jazz w/ the renowned Lynn Zimmer. Carol Rd just off Horseshoe Bend Pkwy

    The Resort At Port Arrowhead 573-365-2334
    Great waterfront hotel/resort with pools, resturant, meeting rooms and lounge. On Business Hwy 54 just a couple miles from Mike Fink's Marina

    Lodge of the Four Seasons 573-365-3000
    One of the lake's original resort hotels featuring championship golf, award winning resturants, marina and the Tropic Island Cruise boat.  Free fireworks each holiday weekend. Located on Horseshoe Bend Parkway.

    A Clean Getaway Condo at Heron Bay, Lake of the Ozarks 636-379-0743 or 314-608-2076  
    Charming walk-in Lakefront condo  is located in Lake of the Ozarks, Missouri.  Relax and enjoy a fantastic view of the Main Channel at the 21-Mile Marker.  This non-smoking condo is located in the heart of Osage Beach, just minutes from all the shopping, nightlife and fun for the whole family.  One of the nicest golf courses in the area is located next door, or if you prefer, minutes away you can shop at the world class Factory Outlet Mall, containing over 100 shops from all your favorite designers and manufacturers at bargain basement prices.  Close by are many restaurants to choose from as well, ranging from casual to fine dining.

    The Perfect Getaway.....Emerald Bay Condo    www.emeraldbayrental.com
    3 Bedroom, 2 Bath Waterfront Condo
    On Horseshoe Bend in Lake Ozark
    Amenities: Gas grill, covered boat slip and pool overlooking the water.
    Whether you are looking for a family vacation or a romantic getaway, we offer the perfect place to make your vacation complete.   
    Emerald Bay is located on Horseshoe Bend in the Lake Ozark by water at the 14 mile marker.  Enjoy a main channel & cove view from the deck overlooking the water. 
    Features a Master Suite with  King bed, private bath and deck access, Second Bedroom with Queen bed and the Third Bedroom features a Full Bed, there is also a Queen air mattress allowing sleeping for a total of 8 guests.  Full kitchen, breakfast bar, dining area and a waterfront deck with a gas grill. T.V.'s lcoated in all bedrooms and the living room.  Located close to golf (Season's Ridge & Osage National), restaurants (Blue Heron, Lil' Rizzo's, Ruthie D's & Andre's), attractions and shopping including the 110 store outlet mall.  Complex offers two pools (one lake side).  Unit also comes with a 12 x 32 covered boat slip perfect for keeping an overnite rental from Mike Fink's Marina. Loaded with comforts and amenities, our condo is not only the finest choice in condos, it is an outstanding value. 


  • Lake Ozark Campground and The Dam Bait Shop 573-216-2084 0r 573-365-9135 
    In the shadow of Bagnell
    Dam on the Osage River

    Open 7 days a week 6am to 9pm all the bait and tackle needs for catching that trophy fish on the lake or in the river. 
    From a million dollar motor coach site to a tent site This is the lakes best bargain


  • Rippin' Lips Bait & Tackle 573-552-8238 Hwy 42 Kaiser                                                       Located near our Party Cove Location new owner Jeff has all your bait and tackle needs covered plus Jeff is an avid fisherman and talks daily with area pros so he has the inside info on what's biting where and what techniques to use to land that "WHOPPER"!   Rippin' Lips is Bait & Tackle Headquarters for Lake of the Ozarks State Park Campers. Call him also for guide services. Open 7am - 6pm Mon-Sat  7am to 4pm on Sun  Jeff usually stays late on Fri & Sat!

  •                                                                                                          Mike Likes >> these links:

    http://www.cdoc.net   The moose team taught Mike how to use computers. Thanks KP & Micheal!  Find out about moosemail & moosewash get virus assist and more.
    http://
    www.baub.com  Listen to Baub Eis' Homegrown Show Sunday's 11am on 93.5 FM
    http://lotobs.org/
      The Lake Blues Society
    http://www.lakeozarkboats.com  Boats for sale and more
    http://www.hottestlocalbars.com  Stacia's top joints all across the planet
    http://www.johnnygandtheallstars.com Johnny can blow that horn see thier gig schedule
    http://www.lakeoftheozarksbars.com
    http://www.chieflake1.myphotoalbum.com Mark's photo website>>>very cool pics
    http://www.lakejobs.com Find jobs and places to live at the lake
    http://www.krms.com Lake area news and info
    http://www.lakesunleader.com Lake Area Newspaper
    http://www.funlake.com

    Mike Fink's Marina & AAA Party Cove Boat & PWC Rentals
    Watercraft Rentals, Gas Dock & "Sea" Store Featuring Paradise Parasail
    Call Now To Reserve Your Boat, Waverunner or Jet Ski! 2 Locations! By the Dam and by Party Cove 
    573-365-6557
    Open 7 days a week 8:00
    am - 6:00 pm

 Boater Safety Course Required for persons born after Jan. 1, 1984.
Take the Course Online Here:  
http://www.boat-ed.com/Missouri/index.html
If you are an out of state resident you may take the test at either of our locations.  20 Questions Mutliple Choice
Cost is $15.00 When you pass you will receive a Tempory Permit

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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