It's Harbor Hop Time!

It is officially autumn at the Lake of the Ozarks, which means that the tourist season has ended. However, the fun hasn't stopped! Although it is the "off-season" there is still plenty to do and Isla Del Sol is no stranger to fall fun at the Lake. The last big event on the Lake is the annual Lake of the Ozarks Fall Harbor Hop. The best waterfront condo at the Lake of the Ozarks has all the information you need to participate in this fun-filled day of poker and boating!

Event Details

The best way to see the Lake of the Ozarks is with the Habor Hop! Players visit various locations across the Lake area collecting cards for a poker hand. The player with the best hand will win a cash prize based on the donation amount. 

The Rules

To participate in this year's Harbor Hop, visit any of the checkpoints to sign up and pay an optional $20 donation (per seven-card hand). If you are feeling lucky, you can enter more than once. The first card is drawn where the hand is purchased. "Hop" to six more checkpoints to obtain your full hand. Draw one card per hand at each location visited. An optional eighth bonus card may be drawn for an additional $5. The completed hand is turned in at the checkpoint where the 7th card is drawn. A hand must be turned in by 7:00 p.m. the day of the Harbor Hop to qualify. 

The Prizes

1st Place: 10%

2nd Place: 9%

3rd Place: 8%

4th Place: 7%

5th - 10th: 5% each

4 Worst Hands: 4% each

Randon Drawing for 10 Hands: 2% each

(all ties will share the percentage for the placing)

BONUS! 

In addition to the regular prize winners, a section winner will be recognized. A player must draw all seven cards within one of the four sections. 

Dealer Locations

Checkpoints Gravois Arm - Section I

Cabana Jones (Formerly Bump's) - 3.5 MM - 11:00 am to 7:00 pm

Jolly Rogers Grub & Grog - 4.5 MM - 11:00 am to 7:00 pm

Beauty View Resort/Gas Hole - 5.5 MM Soap Creek - 9:00 am to 5:00 pm

T's Fish Tales - 6.5 MM - Gravois Arm - 11:00 am to 7:00 pm

Coconuts Caribbean Beach Bar & Grill - 7 MM - 11:00 am to 7:00 pm

Hillbilly Yacht Club Bar & Grill - 7 MM Gravois Arm - 11:00 am to 7:00 pm

Frog's Bar & Grill - 8 MM Gravois Arm - 11:00 am to 7:00 pm

Tap and Grill Lakeside Brew Haus - 6.5 MM Main Channel - 11:00 am to 7:00 pm

Checkpoints Dam, Main Channel, 13 MM - Section II 

Beavers at the Dam - 0 MM - 11:00 am to 7:00 pm

Ozark Yacht Club/Lakeside Cafe - 1MM Jennings Branch Cove - 9:00 am to 5:00 pm

Boathouse Lakeside Bar & Grill - 3 MM - 11:00 am to 7:00 pm

Big Thunder Marina at Glencove - 3 MM - 9:00 am to 5:00 pm

Adventure Boat Rentals and Gas Dock - 3 MM - 9:00 am to 5:00 pm

Shady Gators #1 - 7 MM - 11:00 am to 7:00 pm

Shady Gators #2 - 7 MM - 11:00 am to 7:00 pm

Camden on the Lake/H.Toads #1 - 7 MM - 11:00 am to 7:00 pm

Camden on the Lake/H.Toads #2 - 7 MM - 11:00 am to 7:00 pm

Big Thunder Marina - 8 MM - 9:00 am to 5:00 pm

Franky & Louie's #1 - 10 MM - 11:00 am to 7:00 pm

Franky & Louie's #2 - 10 MM - 11:00 am to 7:00 pm

Point Oasis Marina/Rentals - 13 MM Chimney Cove - 9:00 am to 5:00 pm

Checkpoints 13.5 MM - 26 MM, Main Channel - Section III

Lodge of Four Seasons Marina - 13.5 MM - 9:00 am to 5:00 pm

Backwater Jack's - 17.5 MM - 11:00 am to 7:00 pm

Dog Days #1 - 19 MM - 11:00 am to 7:00 pm

Dog Days #2 - 19 MM - 11:00 am to 7:00 pm

Kelly's Port - 19.5 MM - 10:00 am to 6:00 pm

Bridgeview Marina & Shipstore - 1.5 MM Grand Glaize Arm - 11:00 am to 7:00 pm

Formula Boats of Missouri - 1 MM Grand Glaize Arm - 9:00 am to 5:00 pm

Surdyke Port 20 - 20 MM - 9:00 am to 5:00 pm

Shorty Pants Marina & Lounge - 21 MM (Woodland Cove) - 11:00 am to 7:00 pm

Redhead Lakeside Grille - 21 MM - 11:00 am to 7:00 pm

Paradise Tropical Restaurant #1 - 24 MM - 9:00 am to 7:00 pm

Paradise Tropical Restaurant #2 - 24 MM - 9:00 am to 7:00 pm

Papa Chubby's Food & Booze - 26 MM (Crab Tree Cove) - 11:00 am to 7:00 pm

Checkpoints 28.5 MM - 38 MM, Main Channel & Big Niangua Arm - Section IV

Miller's Landing - 28.5 MM - 9:00 am to 5:00 pm

Larry's on the Lake #1 - 31 MM - 11:00 am to 7:00 pm

Larry's on the Lake #2 - 31 MM - 11:00 am to 7:00 pm

The Fish & Company - 31 MM (Linn Creek Cove) - 11:00 to 7:00 pm

Bulldog's Beach House - 33 MM - 11:00 am to 7:00 pm

Chesnie's Cafe - 33 MM - 9:00 am to 5:00 pm

Captain Ron's Bar & Grill #1 - 34.5 MM - 11:00 am to 7:00 pm

Captain Ron's Bar & Grill #2 - 34.5 MM - 11:00 am to 7:00 pm

Niangua Falls #1 - 2 MM Niganua - 11:00 am to 7:00 pm

Niangua Falls #2 - 2 MM Niganua - 11:00 am to 7:00 pm

Nautifish Rum Bar - 3.5 MM Big Niangua - 11:00 am to 7:00 pm

Angelo's Pizza Cafe at Pier 31 Marina - 31 MM - 9:00 am to 5:00 pm

Pirates Point Gas Dock & Boat Rentals - 35 MM - 11:00 am to 7:00 pm

Bear Bottom Resort - 38 MM - 11:00 am to 7:00 pm

*** Locations are subject to change.***

Participating in the Harbor Hop is easy when you have access to the main channel! The best waterfront condo at the Lake of the Ozarks is located in the perfect location for viewing and participating in the Harbor Hop. The amazing main channel view will be filled with boaters hopping all over the Lake collecting their hands, so why not join them! 

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Tips For Protecting Your Condo While You're Away

Now that Labor Day Weekend has come and gone it is time to start thinking about closing up your summer condo. Just like you would secure your main home, you should also keep your vacation condo safe. Not only is the cold weather hard on your condo, but if something should happen, you'll want someone available to take immediate action. If you have a condo at the Lake of the Ozarks, check out these tips to keep in mind to help secure your it before you leave.

1. Turn The Water Off

Cold, harsh winters can sometimes cause the water in the pipes to freeze. Ice expands, which can cause the pipes to stretch and eventually burst. Before leaving your Lake of the Ozarks condo, make sure your water is turned off to prevent this from happening. After turning off your water, make sure there is no remaining water inside the pipes by running the faucets in the kitchen and bathrooms. If possible, think about having your pipes insulated, which could help the water from freezing inside if you do forget to turn off the water. 

2. Get To Know Your Neighbors

Although you do not live in your condo full time, it is still a good idea to get to know you neighbors, especially if they live in the area year-round. Once you get to know them and trust them with your information, let them know this is your vacation home and ask them to keep an eye out for any strange activity. An alert neighbor can alert the police if they see suspicious activity while you're away. There are also several companies around the Lake of the Ozarks area that offer winter home checks. Their services will protect your home and keep it looking like it isn't empty. 

3. Change The Temperature

You may think that you can just turn off the thermostat in your absence to save money. However, doing this may leave you unhappy when you return. The best way to avoid freezing in your home and preventing property damage is to leave your thermostat on the heat setting, but set it low at around 50 degrees.

4. Clean/Disconnect Appliances

Remove all food from your refrigerator and freezer and wipe them down. After cleaning it, consider leaving the doors slight ajar to prevent mold and mildew growth. It is also a good idea to leave a box of baking soda inside. For your oven, wipe it down and unplug it or turn off the gas. Disconnect the hose to the washer and unplug the dryer. 

5. Protect Your Dock

If you have chosen to leave your boat in the slip during the winter months, you'll want to ensure your boat from the ice and take some precautions. After winterizing your boat, you'll want to "winterize" your slip. De-icer in the water can help keep ice from forming around your boat and damaging it. Also remember to have your boat covered tight to avoid any damage from the weather. 

Give yourself peace of mind before leaving your condo at the Lake of the Ozarks and take these preventative steps to help protect your second home. The last thing you would want is to find damage, flooding or anything else to your Lake of the Ozarks waterfront condo, so make sure everything is in place before locking up for the off-season. 

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Isla Del Sol - Your All Inclusive Resort-Style Condominium

If you are thinking of owning a second home at the Lake of the Ozarks, you are probably wanting some place to let you escape from it all. Isla Del Sol is Lake of the Ozarks only private island condominium project. When you own your own condo at Isla Del Sol, you escape from the hustle and bustle of the busy city and escape to your own island getaway.

Private Island Living at the Lake of the Ozarks

Isla Del Sol is located on an island known as Hawaiian Island. Until now the island was only accessible by ferry. However, now with the newly constructed roadway, it is easier than every to enjoy island living at the Lake of the Ozarks. Enjoy luxury lake living at it's finest! Isla Del Sol is located on the coveted 3MM of the North Shore. Just a short boat ride to some of the Lake's best waterfront bars and restaurants. Enjoy a beautiful drive down W to enjoy shopping, nightlife and other Lake events. When you turn the corner and see the island and begin to drive the causeway, you will know you have reached your island getaway and your vacation has begun. 

Luxury Condos

The Lake comes alive around you at Isla Del Sol, as the sun glistens off the water that surrounds the island. Lake of the Ozarks' luxury waterfront condos consists of three buildings, each with 30 units. Enjoy luxury living in one of our three buildings: Zeus, Venus or Neptune. Each condo offers three bedrooms and two bathrooms. Each condo also features a covered terrace, which is the perfect place to relax or enjoy your morning coffee while gazing at the beautiful lake view. The waterfront condos at the Lake of the Ozarks feature 9-foot ceilings, expansive outdoor balconies, kitchens with breakfast bar and pantry, upgraded ceramic tile, fireplaces, walk-in closets, spacious laundry room with side by side washer and dryer hookups, modern lighting plan, luxurious master suites and much more!  

Resort-Style Amenities

The view at Isla Del Sol is by far the most popular feature. Every unit has beautiful panoramic views of the lake. Residents can enjoy the exquisite resort-style pool, which features a zero entry, fountains and a splash playground for the kids. It is the best place to spend your summer days. In addition to the view and pool, as a resident at Isla Del Sol, you'll enjoy:

- Private Island Living

- Poolside, sundeck with lounge chairs, tables and showers

- Direct elevator access to all residential floors

- Boat dock and PWC slips

- Ample resident parking

- Available private storage lockers

- Dog walking area

Find Your Paradise at Isla Del Sol!

Now is the perfect time to purchase your second home at the Lake of the Ozarks! There are still a few more weeks to enjoy boating on the Lake and plenty of community events left in the year. Stop by our premiere waterfront condos at the Lake of the Ozarks soon. We would love to show you around, so you can see what luxury lake living is like for yourself. Call 573-552-8418 for more information about Isla Del Sol. 

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Hot Summer Nights Vettes For Veterans

If you buy a second home at the Lake of the Ozarks, you can enjoy all the Lake of the Ozarks events like Hot Summer Nights! Hot Summer Nights is an annual summer event that recreates the days of cruising that the Bagnell Dam Strip is famous for. Regardless of the make or model, all cars, trucks and motorcycle enthusiasts are welcome to participate and show off their ride by cruising the Stip. Hot Summer Nights is ending its season Friday, September 9 with the theme "Vettes for Veterans." Isla Del Sol has all the information on this annual Lake of the Ozarks event.

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Hot Summer Nights

Relive the "cruising" era every summer with Hot Summer Nights. All cars, trucks and motorcycles, no matter the make or model, are invited to the Bagnell Dam Strip to participate. Show off your ride by parking on or cruising the Strip for all to see! Hot Summer Nights has grown to be one of the largest monthly "cruise-in" in Missouri. Thousands of spectators and hundreds of cruisers and auto enthusiasts from all over Missouri and surrounding states travel to the Historic Bagnell Dam Strip for the award-winning event. The whole family will enjoy all that the Strip has to offer, in addition to the Hot Summer Nights cruises.  

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Vettes For Veterans

During the final cruise of Hot Summer Nights, it has become a tradition to pay special tribute to honor veterans and military men and women. This tradition began with the Lake Area Chamber of Commerce and the Wounded Warriors program. Lake of the Ozarks Corvette Club members utilized their Corvettes, as well as other local volunteers in trucks and cars, to carry a "wounded warrior' down the Strip during the finale of Hot Summer Nights. Lake of the Ozarks Corvette Club and the Hot Summer Nights committee wanted to continue honoring veterans, so the former president and current member Don Sturn worked to add it into the program. In 2014, Vettes for Veterans was created allowing Lake of the Ozarks Corvette Club members to parade Lake Area veterans of all times of services, military branches and foreign war combat to be honored during Hot Summer Nights. More than 70 men and women were recognized the first year and more than 100 were honored during last year's event, which included 61 Lake Area individuals who represent each branch of the U.S. military and include combat vets from WWII to Afghanistan.

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2016 Hot Summer Nights Finale

The final cruise of Hot Summer Nights will begin with a parade that begins around 6:10 - 6:15 that will head down Bagnell Dam Boulevard to the Strip.The Fort Leonard Wood Color Guard will join the veterans and corvettes at McDonalds and lead them to the Strip. A giant American flag will welcome the veterans to the Strip and announcer will introduce each veteran and driver to the crowd, who will be waving mini-American flags. At this year's event, KC Flight will fly over the crowd during the caravan. 

Family-Friendly Events at the Lake of the Ozarks

Although the summer may be coming to an end, there are still many fun family-friendly events. If you own a condo at the Lake of the Ozarks, you can enjoy all that the Lake of the Ozarks has to offer year-round. Isla Del Sol is the Lake area's only private island condo. Our beautiful waterfront condos at the Lake of the Ozarks are close to many of these events like Hot Summer Nights. If you are interested in learning more about Isla Del Sol, visit our website at www.IslaDelSolLakeOzarks.com or call 573-552-8418. 

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Labor Day Firework Displays at the Lake of the Ozarks

Labor Day Weekend is here. This weekend marks the end of the summer season at the Lake of the Ozarks and many people are coming to the area to celebrate. There will be fireworks going off all over the Lake area. The best waterfront condos at the Lake of the Ozarks has all the information you need to see the displays:

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Old Kinderhook Labor Day Fireworks Fun Fest

Firework display with kids activities and entertainment.

Date: Friday, September 2
Time: 5:00 - 9:00 p.m.
Location: 20 Eagle Ridge Road South of Camdenton

Call 573-317-4314 for more information. 

Bear Bottom Resort Labor Day Fireworks

View by land or water. Parking is limited, so arrive early.

Date: Saturday, September 3

Time: 9:45 p.m.

Location: 123 Bear Bottom Drive in Sunrise Beach or 38MM

For more details, call 573-374-6905.

Fireworks at The 5MM Main Channel

View this privately funded fireworks display by water or land. There will be limited parking, so please arrive early. 

Date: Saturday, September 3

Time: 8:30 p.m.

Location: Intersection of Glenna Dr. & Winton Rd. or 5MM of the main channel. 

Call 314-323-2034 for more details.

Tan-Tar-A Resort Labor Day Firework 

View the Tan-Tar-A Resort fireworks by water. Guests of the resort may view the fireworks on land.

Date: Sunday, September 4

Time: 8:30 - 9:30 p.m. 

Location: 26 MM or guests may view by land at 494 Tan Tar A Drive in Osage Beach.

For more information, call 573-348-3131.

Tropic Island Cruises Firework Cruise

View the Tan-Tar-A Resort fireworks aboard the Tropic Island Cruises yacht. 

Date: Sunday, September 4

Time: Boarding 7:00 p.m.; Departure 7:30 p.m.

Location: 494 Tan Tar A Drive in Osage Beach

For reservations, call 573-348-0083.

The Lodge of Four Season Labor Day Fireworks

View the Lodge of Four Seasons Fireworks by land or water.

Date: Sunday, September 4

Time: 8:30 - 9:30 p.m.

Location: 315 Four Season Drive or 13MM

Celebration Cruises Fireworks Cruise

View the Lodge of Four Seasons fireworks display aboard one of the Celebration Cruises yachts. 

Date: Sunday, September 4

Time: Boarding 7:30 p.m.; Departure 8:00 p.m.

Location: Celebrations 1 is located at 5076 Davis Drive in Osage Beach; Celebration 2 is location on Bagnell Dam Blvd. in Lake Ozark

For reservations and details, call 573-480-3212. 

Celebrate Labor Day Weekend at the Lake of the Ozarks

If you own a second home at the Lake of the Ozarks, now is the time to head down to visit the Lake before the season ends. In addition to the many activities the Lake of the Ozarks has to offer, there will be many beautiful firework displays. Although Labor Day Weekend is marks the end of the summer season, the fun at the Lake is not over yet! If you are wanting to own a condo at the Lake of the Ozarks, contact Isla Del Sol at 573-552-8418. 

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