“As soon as I arrived in Jasper, I knew I was in for something special,” she recounts. “The town had this charming, laid-back vibe that immediately put me at ease, even as the holiday season approached.”
Emilee’s Ozark adventure began with a serene paddle down the Buffalo National River, where she spotted bald eagles, otters, and even a black bear. “Gliding through the crystal-clear
waters, surrounded by towering limestone bluffs, was a truly magical experience. I felt completely immersed in the natural beauty of this region, even as the year drew to a close.”
Eager to explore further, Emilee laced up her hiking boots and tackled a section of the Ozark Highlands Trail. “The trail winds through some of the most rugged and scenic terrain I’ve ever encountered. Each vista was more breathtaking than the last, and I felt a deep connection to the land as I made my way through the verdant forests, even as the winter chill began to set in.”
