Monday, July 13, 2015

3 Recipes to Help You Celebrate National Grilling Month

July is National Grilling Month and Summerset Inn Resort is ready to help you celebrate! From burgers to kabobs to corn on the cob, there's just something about they way food tastes when it comes off the grill. Grilling is one of the best parts about vacationing at the Lake! The lakeside grilling area at our Lake of the Ozarks waterfront resort is the perfect place to cook up these delicious grill recipes:



Grilled Herb Shrimp

Photo and Recipe from: FoodNetwork.com

Ingredients: 
2 lbs Large Shrimp, peeled and deveined
3 cloves Garlic
1 medium Yellow Onion, small diced
1/4 cup Fresh Parsley, minced
1/4 cup Fresh Basil, minced
1 tsp Dry Mustard
2 tsp Dijon Mustard
2 tsp Salt
1/2 tsp Pepper
1/4 cup Extra Virgin Olive Oil
1 Lemon, juiced
Skewers

Directions:
1. Combine all ingredients in a bowl and allow them to marinade for 1 hour at room temperature.
2. Preheat the grill and brush lightly with olive oil to prevent shrimp from sticking.
3. Skewer the shrimp; 3-4 per 12-in skewer.
4. Grill the shrimp for only 1 1/2 minutes on each side.

Photo and Recipe from: AllRecipes.com

Pineapple Chicken Kabobs 


Ingredients:
1 Green Bell Pepper, cut into 1-inch pieces
1/2 Onion, cut into 1-inch pieces
1/2 lb. Boneless Skinless Chicken Breast Halves, cut into 1-inch pieces
2 cups Fresh Pineapple, cut into cubes
1/4 cup BBQ Sauce
Olive Oil
6 Skewers

Directions: 
1. Preheat the grill to medium-high heat and lightly oil the grate.
2. Alternate the green bell pepper, onion, chicken and pineapple on the skewers.
3. Brush with the BBQ sauce.
4. Cook on the grill until chicken is no longer pink in the center adn the juices run clear, roughtly 7-10 minutes per side.

Grilled Portobello Mushrooms


Photo and Recipe (adapted from): FoodNetwork.com
Ingredients: 
4 large Portobello Mushrooms
6 Tbsp Extra Virgin Olive Oil
1/4 cup Balsamic Vinegar
2 cloves Garlic, minced
3 medium sized Vine Ripened Tomatoes, cut into 1/2-inch pieces
8 oz. Fresh Water-Packed Mozzarella, drained, cut into 1/2-inch cubes
1/4 cup Fresh Basil Leaves, chopped
Salt and Pepper

Directions: 
1. Preheat the Grill to medium heat and lightly oil the grate.
2. Drizzle 3 table spoons of olive oil over both sides of the mushrooms and sprinkle with salt and pepper.
3. Grill mushrooms until they are heater through and tender, about 5 minutes per side.
4. Meanwhile, whisk the remaining olive oil with the balsamic vinegar and garlic in a medium bowl. Add the tomatoes, cheese and basil. Toss until mixture is coated. Season it with salt and pepper to taste.
5. Place the grilled mushrooms gill side up and spoon the tomato salad atop the mushrooms.
6. Place back on the grill for a couple minutes to let the cheese melt just slightly.

The Lake of the Ozarks is one of the best places to celebrate National Grilling Month. What could be better than enjoying deliciously grilled food while taking in the beautiful Lake views? Book your stay at our family-friendly resort at Lake of the Ozarks with us today by calling 573-348-6073!


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Tuesday, July 7, 2015

4 Reasons to Vacation at Lake of the Ozarks

If you've been on vacation at the Lake of the Ozarks before, then you're already aware of the great things this area has to offer. Some of our previous blogs offer ideas for top attractions at Lake of the Ozarks. If you've never been here before though, then this blog is for you! Here are 4 great reasons to vacation here at our beautiful lake:

1. Save Money by Staying Close to Home. 


For those of you living in Missouri or the surrounding states of Illinois, Iowa, Nebraska, Kansas, Oklahoma and Arkansas, the Lake of the Ozarks is a great place to getaway without spending a ton of money. You don't have to pay for a flight or transportation once you get there. And while it is a popular tourist destination, the prices of things aren't inflated like they are at Disney World, Las Vegas and Hollywood. Plus, less travel time means more time to enjoy your vacation!

2. The Central Location is the Perfect Meeting Place. 


The Lake of the Ozarks is located almost equal distance between Missouri's two largest cities: Kansas City and St. Louis. Since Missouri is one of the central most states, it makes it an easy meeting place for families that are spread out across the country. Families or friends that live on opposite coasts can meet in the middle and spare one party from driving all the way across the country.

3. Enjoy Fun in the Sun on the Water.  


On a hot summer day in the Midwest, there's no better place to be than on the water. The Lake of the Ozarks offers plenty of fun in the sun without having to fly or drive all the way to the coast. If you don't have a boat of your own, there are plenty of rental places to hook you up. From water skiing and tubing to swimming and jet skiing, there's no shortage of water sports here at the Lake.

4. There's More to Lake of the Ozarks than Just Water Attractions. 


The Lake of the Ozarks is a year-round destination! From shopping to golf, we have something for everyone in the family to enjoy. The Bagnell Dam Strip has always been a popular attraction, featuring locally owned shops and more. You can get your picture taken at the old time photos, play some games, buy souvenirs and lake attire, and even grab a bite to eat or something to drink!

Now that you have your heart set on coming to the Lake of the Ozarks for your vacation, it's time to book your reservations! Our Lake of the Ozarks waterfront resort is the perfect place to stay. Whether you're on a weekend getaway with that special someone or a week long vacation with the family, we have several room options to choose from. Contact Summerset Inn Resort today at 573-348-5073!



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Wednesday, July 1, 2015

How Much Do You Know About the 4th of July?

The biggest holiday here at the Lake of the Ozarks is here! Our rooms are filling up with guests and the lake will soon be crowded with boats. People from all over the country will be joining us here at the Lake for a 4th of July celebration. Our Lake of the Ozarks waterfront resort is ready to kick off the holiday weekend, starting with a little fun trivia!

4th of July Trivia


1. On what date did the majority of the signers of the Declaration of Independence actually sign the document? 


A. August 2, 1776
B. July 2, 1776
C. July 4, 1776
D. August 4, 1776

2. In what year did the 4th of July become a legal federal holiday? 


A. 1776
B. 1942
C. 1842
D. 1938


3. Who wrote The Star-Spangled Banner? 


A. John Philip Sousa
B. Francis Scott Key
C. Katharine Lee Bates
D. Samuel  Francis Smith

4. The Second Continental Congress met in which city to draft The Declaration of Independence? 


A. Boston, MA
B. New York, NY
C. Baltimore, MD
D. Philadelphia, PA

5. According to legend, which of the following women sewed together the first American flag? 


A. Dolly Madison
B. Martha Washington
C. Eleanor Roosevelt
D. Betsy Ross

6. The "midnight ride" of which American patriot was later immortalized by poet Henry Wadsworth Longfellow? 


A. John Hancock
B. Samuel Adams
C. Joseph Warren
D. Paul Revere

7. Which of the following was not one of the 13 original colonies? 


A. Georgia
B. Virginia
C. Vermont
D. Massachusetts

8. What classic children's book was published on July 4th, 1865? 


A. Alice's Adventures in Wonderland
B. A Tale of Two Cities
C. The Legend of Sleepy Hollow
D. Oliver Twist

9. On July 4, 1954, what country finally ended 14 years of rationing meat and bacon? 


A. France
B. Spain
C. Great Britain
D. Germany

10. In July of 1776, approximately how many people were living in the colonies? 


A. 1 Million
B. 2.5 Million
C. 500,000
D. 1.5 Million





**ANSWERS**


1. A - August 2, 1776
2. D - 1938
3. B - Francis Scott Key
4. D - Philadelphia
5. D - Betsy Ross
6. D - Paul Revere
7. C - Vermont
8. A - Alice's Adventures in Wonderland
9. C - Great Britain
10. B - 2.5 Million

Summerset Inn Resort wishes you a Happy 4th of July weekend! Remember to keep our family-friendly resort at the Lake of the Ozarks in mind for all your future vacation needs. The Lake is a great place to enjoy family time, whether it's a holiday weekend or not. We hope to see you soon at Summerset Inn!


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Friday, June 26, 2015

Summer Concerts at Lake of the Ozarks

The Lake of the Ozarks has always been known for having great live music throughout the summer months. Cruise up to any of our waterfront bars on the weekend during the season and you're sure to find a band rocking out on the stage. Now though, the Lake of the Ozarks is home to two great concert venues! The Ozarks Amphitheater just re-opened this month and while Picklehead's Roadhouse has been around for awhile now, the 2015 season is when it has really taken off as a great music venue! Check out the this summer's music lineup at both of these great locations and plan your Lake of the Ozarks vacation today!

Ozarks Amphitheater


July 3 - Ozark Mountain Daredevils with Special Guests Cindy Woolf and Mark Bilyeu

July 5 - The Kentucky HeadHunters with Special Guests Confederate Railroad and Carolyn Wonderland

July 11 - Think Floyd USA

July 17 - The Guess Who with Special Guest Mark Andrew (As Seen on American Idol & The Voice)

July 18 - The Music of Abba: Featuring Arrival From Sweden

August 1 - Tracy Lawrence with Special Guest Payton Taylor

August 7 - Grateful Dead Experience: The Schwag

August 21 - Dokken, Warrant and FireHouse

August 22 - Get The Led Out - The American Led Zeppelin

August 29 - Molly Hatchet with Special Guests Bucky Covington and Old Southern Moonshine Revival


Picklehead's Roadhouse


July 2 - Bret Michaels True Grit Tour

August 14 - LOCASH, Chasin' Crazy

August 15 - Blackjack Billy, Chris Cavanaugh

September 18 - 38 Special, Madd Hoss Jackson


You're going to need some place to stay when you come down for these great concerts, so why not choose the best waterfront resort at Lake of the Ozarks. From one bedroom to five bedroom units, Summerset Inn Resort has accommodations for any size group! Contact us today at 573-348-5073 to book your reservations!

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Friday, June 19, 2015

7 Famous Fathers and their Sons Throughout History

Summer is well underway and Father's Day Weekend is here! Sunday is a day to celebrate your father, all their accomplishments and what they have done for you as a role model in your life. While there are plenty of notable Father and Son duos, here are a few famous ones for you to think about as we kick off this Father's Day Weekend! What will you and your father be known for?

1. God and Jesus 


Probably one of the most well known father and son pair, at least for Christians, is God and Jesus. Most religions have some sort of father figure. Because Christianity is the world's largest religion by number of adherents, its father-son narrative is naturally the most globally culturally significant in human history. Their father and son relationship is possibly the most written about of all fathers and sons in human history given the extensive debates that have concerned them over the years.

2. King David and King Solomon


While most monarchies have sons that take the crown after their father, one of the most well-known pair of kings is David and Solomon. Their influence on Judaism and Christianity alike is what gives them their position as the most famous and influential kings in human history. David is a central figure in Jewish, Christian and Islamic doctrine and culture. He is revered as a great warrior and his son Solomon followed right in his footsteps. Both have been depicted in various forms of pop culture through the years.

3. John Adams and John Quincy Adams


When it comes to politics, a lot of sons admire to be as successful as their fathers. One of the most notable father and son politician combinations is John Adams and his son. America exists in part because of these two great men. John Adams was a lawyer and the first vice president of the United States. He moved on to become the second President, with his most significant accomplishment being making peace with Napoleonic France. The political career of his son, John Quincy Adams is almost as impressive. He was both a senator and a congressman. He was also the eighth United States Secretary of State and the sixth President. After his presidency, he successfully argued for the defendants in United States vs. The Amistad Africans in the Supreme Court. Their father and son work on modern notions of democracy and anti-slavery has benefited humanity and civilization profoundly.

4. Martin Luther King Sr. and Martin Luther King Jr. 


Martin Luther King Jr.'s influence on the Civil Rights Movement makes him one of the most iconic figures in American history. His father Martin Luther King Sr. was an American Baptist pastor, missionary and an early figure in the American Civil Rights Movement. He rose to become the head of the MAACP in Atlanta and the Civic and Political League. Martin Luther King Jr. soon became a popular civil rights activist himself. While Martin Luther King Jr. may be more well known than his father due to the "I Have a Dream" speech, both are credited for the amazing work they did to give African Americans greater rights.

5. Kirk Douglas and Michael Douglas


Many famous actors and actresses get their start because of their parents being in the business. While there are many notable actors, one pair that has a long term influence on the film industry is Kirk and Michael Douglas. Kirk's acting career spans over fifty years, giving him an AFI Life Achievement Award and three Academy Award nominations for best actor, in addition to other major award nominations. His son's career started in 1966 and he is still successful today. Michael Douglas has had over a dozen nominations and even wins for major acting awards. He too has accepted an AFI Life Achievement Award, making these two the only father and son to ever receive such an honor to that point in history.

6. Dale Earnhardt Sr. and Dale Earnhardt Jr. 


Dale Earnhardt Sr. was an American race car driver and team owner. He is known for his involvement in stock car racing for NASCAR and is known as one of the best drivers of all time. He won a total of 76 Winston Cup races over the course of his career including one Daytona 500 victory. Dale Earnhardt Jr. is continuing what his father started and has also been very successful in NASCAR. He is a two-time Daytona 500 winner and has won the Most Popular Driver Award twelve times now. Together, the Ernhardts have definitely made a name for themselves in the sports industry.

7. Julio Iglesias and Enrique Iglesias


The spanish singer Julio Iglesias has sold over 300 million records worldwide in fourteen languages. He realeased 80 albums and is the best selling Latin music artist in history. His son, Enrique, has also had a successful music career, as well as a career in modeling, acting and producing records. He is one of the biggest stars in Latin American and the Hispanic Market in the United States as the biggest seller of Spanish-language albums of the 1990s!

Happy Father's Day from Summerset Inn Resort! We hope that you have a great weekend celebrating with your fathers. If you're looking for a last minute gift, why not give him a fishing trip? Our waterfront resort at the Lake of the Ozarks is a perfect place to send him for a relaxing weekend! Contact us today at 573-348-5073 to make reservations!


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Wednesday, June 10, 2015

June Events at Lake of the Ozarks

If you're looking for something fun to do with the family this summer, Lake of the Ozarks is the place to be. Summerset Inn Resort will hook you up with a place to stay at the best waterfront resort at the Lake of the Ozarks and get you all the details about great events. Just take a look at everything going on here in June:

Photo Credit: Dog Days Facebook
Canine Cannonball - June 12-14


How far can your dog jump? The annual Dock Dogs jumping contest is at Dog Days again this year! Canine athletes compete in Big Air, Extreme Vertical, and Speed Retrieve at this family-friendly event. Festivities include live music and a vendor village. Admission is free. For information on entering your dog contact Dog Days at 573-348-9797. 

Hot Summer Nights - June 12 


Hot Summer Nights on the Bagnell Dam Strip in Lake Ozark from 6-11 pm (rain or shine). Free admission and participation. All makes and models of cars, trucks, and motorcycles will line the Strip and cruise around.

Head East Live in Concert - June 12 


As part of the Pickleheads Roadhouse Summer Concert series, don't miss classic rockers Head East LIVE on stage with special guests The Surge beginning at 4pm.

Dustin Lynch Live in Concert - June 13 


As part of the Pickleheads Roadhouse Summer Concert series, don't miss country rocker Dustin Lynch LIVE on stage with special guest from NBC's The Voice, Casey Muessigmann at 5pm.

Grand Opening of Ozarks Amphitheater - June 18 


Come Join Us for Our Grand Opening Celebration. Free Admission. Donations are Gladly Accepted for C.O.P.S. Doors Open at 7:00. Ozarks Distillery will be on hand for free tastings. William Holtz from LakeTV will be our guest MC for the evening with Award Winning Blues Artist, Sena Ehrhardt performing from 8:00 to 9:30pm. Doors close at 10:00pm. Hope to See You There!

Photo Credit: Support Our Troops Poker Run Facebook

Support Our Troops Poker Run - June 25-27


The 8th annual Support Our Troops Poker Run will be the biggest to date. We are planning a motorcycle rally, a bikini contest, and much, much more! With 10 stops in our run, you will be afforded ample opportunity to enjoy multiple facets of The Lake. To date we have raised over $100,000 for H.E.R.O.E.S. Care. That money goes directly to assisting our brave heroes overseas, and the families they leave behind.

Mark your calendars and start planning your Lake of the Ozarks vacation today!  From these great events to just enjoying the water, the Lake of the Ozarks offers fun for the whole family. When choosing Summerset for your vacation, you're moving up to one of the finest small resorts on the Lake of the Ozarks.Contact Summerset Inn Resort at 573-348-5073 to book your reservations today! 


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Friday, June 5, 2015

Recreation at Summerset Inn Resort

If you're looking for the perfect place to spend your family vacation, look no further than beautiful Lake of the Ozarks! Summerset Inn Resort offers family-friendly accommodations and endless recreational activities. Whatever you're hearts desire to do here at the Lake, Summerset Inn offers the convenience of staying centrally located. When you stay with us you're just minutes from anything you want to do on your Lake of the Ozarks vacation!

Watersports... 


All types of water sports are awaiting your indulgence here at Lake of the Ozarks! Swimming, fishing, boating, skiing, floating, wave running and more, start right here at Summerset Inn. For the discriminating boater, we have covered slips from 20-40 foot lengths. Our waterfront resort at the Lake of the Ozarks is located at the 19 mile market of the Lake in Darby Cove, near the Grand Glaize Bridge, yet protected from the rough water of the main channel.

...Golf Courses...


If you love to golf, then you've come to the right place! There are 9 great courses within a short distance of Summerset Inn!
  • Bear Creek Valley Golf Club 
  • Sycamore Creek Golf Club 
  • The Oaks Golf Course at Tan-Tar-A
  • Hidden Lakes at Tan-Tar-A
  • The Cove at The Lodge of Four Seasons
  • The Ridge at The Lodge of Four Seasons
  • Osage National Golf Resort 
  • Lake Valley Country Club 
  • Old Kinderhook Golf Course

...and More! 


Because Summerset Inn is located in the "Heart" of the Lake area, you are a short distance from fine dining restaurants, music shows, mini golf, go-carts, amusements, caves, horse back riding and other activities for children and adults alike! The patio and BBQ areas located on property at our Lake of the Ozarks resort are the greatest places to meet new friends, many of which return year after year. The lakefront swimming pool, kid's pool and large deck for lounging and socializing also provide on site entertainment for all ages!

Summerset Inn has the reputation as one of the finest family resorts on the Lake of the Ozarks. With several different suite styles, we offer one, two, three and five bedroom accommodations to meet your group's needs. Resort units are designed to make your stay enjoyable, no matter how long you are here. Give us a call today at 573-348-5073 to book your reservations and start planning your Lake vacation today!


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