Welcome to the 2010 Feast of Tabernacles in Branson West, Missouri
A Church of God Ministry will be joining in helping The Church of God Ministries, International for the Feast in the Ozarks which has a natural millennial beauty theme. For eight days we will be gathering as family to worship the great Creator God, and to experience a foretaste of the Wonderful World Tomorrow, a time when all the world will be at peace.
As we come together as family renewing old friendships and making new ones we will be rejoicing in our fellowship with our Father and with His son our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. As we rejoice together with Brethren, let’s remember our calling and the main purpose we attend the Feast. We hope you will thoroughly enjoy the Feast and that you will be strengthened Spiritually by the sermons and fellowship.
Deut 16:12-17
12 And you shall remember that you were a slave in Egypt, and you shall be careful to observe these statutes.
13 "You shall observe the Feast of Tabernacles seven days, when you have gathered from your threshing floor and from your winepress.
14 And you shall rejoice in your feast, you and your son and your daughter, your male servant and your female servant and the Levite, the stranger and the fatherless and the widow, who are within your gates.
15 Seven days you shall keep a sacred feast to the LORD your God in the place which the LORD chooses, because the LORD your God will bless you in all your produce and in all the work of your hands, so that you surely rejoice.
16 Three times a year all your males shall appear before the LORD your God in the place which He chooses: at the Feast of Unleavened Bread, at the Feast of Weeks, and at the Feast of Tabernacles; and they shall not appear before the LORD empty-handed.
17 Every man shall give as he is able, according to the blessing of the LORD your God which He has given you. NKJV
September 23rd - September 29th, Last Great Day September 30th
Feast Schedule for Speaking and Events is available on the calendar
For Feast Information Call or Email:
THE BESTWESTERN
BRANSON INN & CONFERENCE CENTER
8514 State Hwy 76
Branson West, MO 65737
Phone: 417-338-2141
Fax: 417-338-8320
Toll Free Reservations: 800-868-6625
Check In: 3:00 P.M.
Check Out: 11:00 A.M.
Time Zone: Central Standard Time
Pet Policy: No pets allowed
Child Policy: Children 17 and under are free in room with one paying adult.
A very nice facility that was used last year.
Rooms: Single, Twin, Twin Double, Queen and King Beds $65 for all rooms except King Suites are $89
Free Continental Breakfast with the room.
TRAFFIC IN BRANSON
Branson is a wonderful area for family time, but if you find yourself at the wrong place at the wrong time, it can be frustrating. Most of the traffic congestion is located on Highway 76. To avoid much of this congestion, take the roads that parallel Hwy. 76 (Green Mountain Drive on the south, and Roark Valley, Gretna, or Shepherd of the Hills Expressway on the north). You can then cut through to Hwy. 76 near your destination.
Travel on Hwy. 76 in the early afternoon, or from 5:30—7:30 p.m. is usually a bad idea. Dinner in the evenings is usually less crowded before 5:00 p.m. or after 7:00 p.m. Reservations are advised at some of the nicer restaurants.
HIKING TRAILS
Fall is a beautiful time to walk through the woods in the Ozarks. Several hiking trails ranging from short easy trails to long more difficult trails are available. The Paul and Ruth Henning State Forest, on Hwy 76, just west of the "strip" with trails from about 1/2 mile to 1.6 miles in length, gives a good view of the diversity of the Ozarks. Shepherd of the Hills Trout Hatchery offers several nature trails, ranging from 1/2 to over two miles. Some meander along Lake Taneycomo, while others go through the Ozark hills and woods. Table Rock State Park has trails and paved roads, which lead to picnic areas and the lake for family enjoyment. 14 miles north of Branson on Hwy 65, Busiek State Forest has trails ranging from 1/2 mile to several miles in length. Hercules Glades Wilderness Area, in the Mark Twain National Forest, is about 40 miles from Branson. This is a rugged area, and hiking trails, while well worn, are unmarked.
A close-by hiking trail is located on Fall Creek Road just south of the junction of Hwy. 76 near the east end of the “strip”. Lakeside Forest Wilderness Area is a beautiful area which runs down to Lake Taneycomo. It is easily accessible and has a parking lot at the entrance to the area.
FREE AND ALMOST FREE THINGS TO DO
COLLEGE OF THE OZARKS
This unique campus houses several interesting sites. Edwards Mill is a working water-powered stone mill in which students grind whole grain flour and meal (for sale at the mill along with baked goods). Friendship House houses a restaurant serving three meals per day, prepared by students, and also a gift shop. Ralph Foster Museum, $4.50 for adults, Seniors $3.50 under 18 free, is dedicated to the history of the Ozarks region and houses many fascinating artifacts, including the original Beverly Hillbillies car.
DEWEY SHORT VISITOR CENTER
Features nature exhibit rooms and free interpretive films about Table Rock Dam. Tours of the powerhouse and dam are offered, cost is $2 per person. Outside the center several trails wonder through the woods and a number of benches sit in the shade of large trees.
ROARING RIVER STATE PARK
This park, about 30 miles west of Branson offers many scenic areas. Roaring River Spring has a daily flow of 20.5 million gallons of water. Situated in beautiful, rugged terrain, the park features a nature center, trout fishing stream, numerous hiking trails, and a lodge and restaurant.
SHEPHERD OF THE HILLS TROUT HATCHERY
Thousands of trout from fingerlings to "lunkers" fill the hatchery, which produces 1 million trout each year to supply area lakes and streams. Visitors can view and feed the fish by walking along the stock pools. Guided tours, video program, and nature trails are also available. Small children love it! 417-334-4865
STONE HILL WINERY
During the free hour winery tour you'll discover how wines are made, prohibition winemaking folklore, plus more fun and surprises. The winery bottler gives everyone an inside look at Stone Hill's heritage of winemaking excellence. 417-334-1897
HISTORIC DOWNTOWN BRANSON DISTRICT
While it's free, you're encouraged to bring your wallet to explore the charming historic downtown area. America's original "small-town," is chock full of restaurants and shops, where you can explore the crafts of the area, in addition to seeing the charming architecture.
BASS PRO SHOPS—in Springfield
Don't be deceived by the name. It’s really a museum within the largest sporting goods store you have ever seen! Includes a four story natural stone waterfall, 140,000 gal. aquarium system with hundreds of game fish. View fish feeding in the huge aquarium from the underwater auditorium. See a 30,000 gal. saltwater aquarium, dozens of "stuffed" animals in natural settings, and the world's largest sporting goods store.
Branson Bass Pro Shop although not as large it’s a great place to visit.
BRANSON LANDING a great place to explore shops!
The Landing is the perfect place to start exploring Branson. This beautiful boardwalk is the perfect starting point for your Branson experience, with scenic views and and a great view of Lake Taneycomo.
The latest weather travel report in Branson.
