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contents Top of the Rock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-5 Spa Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-7 Fitness Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 New at Big Cedar Lodge . . . . . . . . . . 8-9 Monthly Events . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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Bent Hook Marina . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12-13 Long Creek Marina . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14 Cedar Mountain Stables . . . . . . . . . 15 Collections Boutique . . . . . . . . . . . . 16 Garden Chapel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17 Integrity Hills . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17 The Worman House . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18 Truman Coffee & Café . . . . . . . . . . . . 18 Devil’s Pool Restaurant . . . . . . . . . 19 Buzzard Bar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19 Kids’ Adventure House . . . . . . . . . .

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Big Cedar Family Photography . . . 20 Complimentary Activities . . . . . . . 21 Dogwood Canyon Nature Park 22-23 Activities Guarantee . . . . . . . . . . . 24

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Coming Soon to Big Cedar Lodge

Top of the Rock A Vision Worth the Wait

Just a few minutes from our entrance lies a spectacular experience with something for everyone to enjoy. Encounter the tastes of true Ozark cuisine while taking in breathtaking views of Table Rock Lake from Top of the Rock Restaurant. In the mood for something different? Enjoy authentic Mexican cuisine at Arnie’s Barn Restaurant, where you’ll learn the fascinating story of this historic barn. Take a stroll through the Wine Cellar and visit the remarkable caves along the Lost Canyon Nature Trail. Or kick back and enjoy a drink in the unique setting of our distinctive Cave Bar amongst a working Moonshine Still. Ready for your hole-inone? Top of the Rock will offer a one-of-a-kind golf experience designed by golf legends Jack Nicklaus, Arnold Palmer and Tom Watson. The natural Ozarks topography adds a unique twist to the Jack Nicklaus Signature Course while the magnificent views of Table Rock Lake make it unlike any other. Improve your swing at the new Arnold Palmer Practice Facility. This deluxe 4

practice facility features eighteen greens, recessed lighting and three teeing decks (two grass and one synthetic turf). Also under construction is the Tom Watson Putting Green. This two-acre green, personally designed by Tom Watson, will thrill the imagination of any golfer. Don’t forget to make a stop at the Top of the Rock Pro Shop located in Arnie’s Barn before you hit the links or if you’re looking for some one-on-one instruction, ask about our Top of the Rock Learning Center. Journey back through time and learn about the history of the ground you’re walking on in the state-of-the-art Ancient Ozarks Natural History Museum. This is one experience you won’t soon forget. Want to share the experience? Top of the Rock will also feature many extraordinary venues for weddings and special events, including the three story Chapel of the Ozarks with breathtaking views overlooking Table Rock Lake. You won’t want to miss this rare and unique adventure – all while taking in the Grandest View in the Ozarks! Top of the Rock is currently undergoing renovation. Please watch for upcoming information regarding our grand opening. 5

Coming Soon to Big Cedar Lodge

The New Big Cedar Spa Big Cedar’s contemporary spa will capture the essence of Big Cedar with its sophistication and comfortable casual atmosphere. The new full service spa will feature 10 treatment rooms with fireplaces, couples treatment rooms, a bridal area and an indoor grotto pool. This 18,000 square foot world class spa is an exclusive experience you won’t want to miss!

to come to you and provide either a 60 or 90 minute massage. Same day reservations are welcome; however, advance reservations are recommended. For Spa Services information and reservations, please call ext. 5201 on property or (417) 339-5201 off property.

Fitness Center Our newly renovated and fully-equipped gym offers everything from a 15-station machine workout circuit with 14-aerobic stations to Olympic style free weights and dumbbells. Stations include ellipticals, treadmills, bikes and more. A variety of fitness classes are offered including yoga, SPIN™, Zumba and seasonal stand up paddleboarding (SUP). Personal Trainer

spa services

Whether at the Carriage House or Lakeside Spa you will enjoy the finest spa treatments in the region. Our menu includes massages, wraps, body polishes, facials, manicures, pedicures and 30-minute spa samplers, all designed to help you unwind and leaving you feeling rested and renewed. Prefer a massage in your own room or cabin? Our professional therapists will be happy 6

Whatever your fitness goals, age and state of health, Big Cedar’s Certified Personal Trainer, John Bennett (NSCA-CPT,*D), can design an efficient and effective fitness program for you. Our expert staff can help you understand how your body responds to exercise and how to maximize your potential. For information regarding the Fitness Center, please call ext. 7107 on property. 7

New at Big Cedar Lodge

Big Cedar Beach Club

Lady Liberty

A cruise on Lady Liberty is a memory in the making. The ambiance of our custom built 62’ luxury yacht may feel like going back in time, but it’s fully equipped with modern comforts. A beautifully appointed main cabin, fantail veranda and open air upper deck welcomes guests for private celebrations, corporate and group events as well as scheduled cruises such as our holiday sunset fireworks cruises. Black Widow Billiards Room

Big Cedar Lodge has recently added a world class billiards room to the list of special amenities available for groups to rent. This private lounge is themed after the American professional pool player Jeanette Lee, more famously known as “The Black Widow.” Guests renting this space can take advantage of Big Cedar catering services and a stocked bar. 8

A taste for fun is all you need to frolic at the Big Cedar Beach Club. Located on the shore of Table Rock Lake adjacent to Bent Hook Marina, we’ve created a sandy beach where guests can relax in the sun, enjoy a variety of water sports and grab a cool drink and snack from Frosty’s. Check out our Adventure Planner for fun seasonal Beach Club activities hosted by our Activities Team. Bass Pro Shops’ Outdoor Academy

COMING SOON! Bass Pro Shops’ Outdoor Academy will offer a 1,200 acre breathtaking outdoorsman’s paradise for hiking, fishing, sport shooting, archery and target practice. This is a place where the entire family can enjoy the outdoors and develop sharp, safe shooting skills. We’re not afraid to jump the gun on this one—the Outdoor Academy will take family sport shooting to a whole new level! For more information, to reserve the Billiards Room or to reserve your cruise on the Lady Liberty, please call ext. 7107 on property or (417) 335-2777 off property. 9

2013 Monthly Events We have carefully planned a year full of events for the whole family to enjoy. Please contact Vacation Planning at 1-800-BC LODGE (225-6343) to discover exact events, details and times. Have a great time at Big Cedar Lodge! JANUARY

• 26th: Cooking 101 - Chocolates & Champagne FEBRUARY

• 1st & 2nd: Celebration of Tastes at Top of the Rock • 23rd: Cooking 101 - St. Patrick’s Day & Beer MARCH

• 1st & 2nd: Celebration of Tastes at Top of the Rock • 23rd: Cooking 101 - Desserts & After Dinner Drinks APRIL

• 27th: Cooking 101 - Fiesta Time with Margaritas MAY

Every Saturday, May-Sept., Dinner Tram Tours at Dogwood Canyon • 18th: Big Bass Tournament • 25th: Cooking 101 - Flatbread Pizza & Italian Wine • 26th: Memorial Day Picnic and Fireworks JUNE

very Saturday, May-Sept., Dinner Tram Tours at Dogwood Canyon E • 29th: Cooking 101 - Outdoor Grilling & Spiked Tea

JULY

very Saturday, May-Sept., Dinner Tram Tours at Dogwood Canyon E • 4th: Independence Day Picnic and Fireworks • 27th: Cooking 101 - Campfire Cooking & Hard Lemonade AUGUST

very Saturday, May-Sept., Dinner Tram Tours at Dogwood Canyon E • 31st: Cooking 101 - Tapas Party & Sangria SEPTEMBER

Every Saturday, May-Sept., Dinner Tram Tours at Dogwood Canyon • 1st: Labor Day Picnic and Fireworks • 11th: We Remember Flag Ceremony • 28th: Cooking 101 - Chili & Southwest Mixers October

• Every Saturday - Fall Fest • 26th: Cooking 101 - Thanksgiving & Mulled Wine NOVEMBER

• 11th: Veterans Day Flag Ceremony • 29th: Gobble Wobble • 30th: Cooking 101 - All American Christmas & Champagne DECEMBER

• 7th: Breakfast with Santa and Tree Lighting • 14th: Breakfast with Santa and Tree Lighting • 21st: Breakfast with Santa and Tree Lighting • 24th: Christmas Eve Service and Tree Lighting • 28th: Cooking 101 - New Year’s Eve Party & Cocktails • 31st: New Year’s Eve Celebration and Fireworks Visit www.bigcedar.com for more information.

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Bent Hook Marina & Market In our quiet cove on sprawling Table Rock Lake, you’ll find virtually every water sport imaginable, available for all ages and experience levels. Whether you like fishing, cruising, waterskiing, tubing, wakeboarding, jet skiing or just venturing out for a quiet paddle in a canoe, Bent Hook Marina has it all.

TRACKER BOAT & WAVERUNNER RENTALS*

Launch your own boat and moor it in one of Bent Hook’s covered slips or you can rent fully-equipped Tracker bass, ski and pontoon boats. We also offer the most stateof-the-art water sports equipment available including waverunners, tubes, wakeboards and all your skiing accessories. Complimentary paddleboats and canoes are also available for you to explore Big Cedar Cove. PROFESSIONAL FISHING GUIDE

For a chance to land a trophy catch on one of the country’s best bass fishing lakes we offer professional local guides with knowledge of the best angling equipment and techniques. We also have professional bowfishing guides available to teach you the method of the newest sport on the lake. A fully stocked tackle shop with fishing licenses, bait, groceries, fuel and ice are all available at the Bent Hook Market located inside the Marina. LAKE TOURS

Take a private champagne tour of Table Rock Lake aboard the Goin’ Jessi, a vintage wooden Chris-Craft boat. With her inboard motor, she was 12

built for cruising. Or join us on the Lady Liberty, our 62’ luxury yacht. This distinctive yacht is available for private celebrations, corporate and group events, scheduled cruises and holiday fireworks cruises. Sunset cruises are available and reservations are required. BENT HOOK MARKET

The perfect place to stock up for a day on the lake, the Bent Hook Market offers a wide selection of grocery items and snacks as well as beer, wine and ice. You can even order from our Box Lunch Menu, our Room Service Menu or pre-order grocery items through Vacation Planning by calling 1-800-225-6343 before your arrival. MISSOURI FISHING LICENSES

• Annual Resident License for ages 16 and older. • Day Permit Residents/Nonresidents 16 and older. • Trout Stamp for all ages. • Annual Nonresident License 16 and older. *Rental availability is subject to change.

For more information call Bent Hook Marina at ext. 7161 on property or (417) 339-5057 off property. 13

Cedar Mountain Stables

Bass Pro Shops Long Creek Marina As a member of the Bass Pro Shops family, Long Creek Marina offers top-of-the-line Tracker boat rentals and the newest water sports equipment available on Table Rock Lake. Our knowledgeable staff can arrange professional fishing guide services or set up scuba and ski instruction. The Marina also has groceries, apparel and camping supplies in a family-friendly, convenient location.

Pony rides

Fishing boats, pontoons, ski boats and deck boats.

This is the perfect opportunity to fulfill your little one’s dream of riding a horse! Make those dreams come to life when your youngster transforms into a Big Cedar Cowgirl or Cowboy. Available for children ages 10 and under.

Personal Watercraft Rental

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Boat Rental

Skis, tubes, kneeboards, wakeboards, paddleboats and canoe rentals. Professional Fishing Guides

Learn why fishermen come from across the nation to fish Table Rock Lake. Our local guides offer knowledge of the best angling equipment and techniques. We also have professional bowfishing guides available to teach you the method of the newest sport on the lake. Ski and Scuba Schools

Scuba, slalom, kneeboard, wakeboard and barefoot ski instruction (beginning Memorial Day weekend). Arriving by water, Bass Pro Shops Long Creek Marina is located just south of the 86 Hwy Bridge, directly across from Brush Creek. The private marina offers pay-at-thepump gas services, over 195 boat slips and calm quiet waters for docking. For more information visit our website: www.bassproshopslongcreekmarina.com or call (417) 334-4860. 14

Get away from the typical getaway! At Cedar Mountain Stables, the beautiful Ozark mountainside is only a horse-drawn carriage or wagon ride away. Enjoy a carriage ride around the grounds highlighted by breathtaking views of Table Rock Lake. Let your little one ride a pony at the Stables, or hop onto our chuckwagon and enjoy a tour.

Take the family on a horse-drawn carriage ride through Big Cedar’s wonderfully landscaped grounds. Or, upgrade and make it a romantic ride for two and receive a bottle of J-Roget Champagne, Big Cedar chocolates and two Big Cedar champagne flutes. campfire wagon tours

Climb aboard our wagon for a ride to a rustic campfire site where you will enjoy marshmallows, beverages and entertainment by our own singing cowboy. Available March through October. holiday wagon light tours

A wagon tour of the twinkling holiday lights will stir your senses and bring you back to simpler times. Enjoy a roaring bonfire, a singing cowboy, s‘mores and hot chocolate. Available November through December. Horseback Riding available at Dogwood Canyon Nature Park

Reservations required for all Stables activities. For more information call Guest Services at ext. 7107 on property or (417) 335-2777 off property. 15

Collections Boutique

Take a little of Big Cedar home. Come stroll through our unique gift shop and discover one-ofa-kind items around every corner. At Big Cedar, even the gifts are as unique as the place itself. A Shopping Discovery Worth Sharing

Collections Boutique is the perfect place to find that “just right” gift. Whether it is for your husband, wife, or kids, we have something for them all. Need a Thank You gift for someone watching your home or dog while away? We have a wide selection of gourmet treats, unique logo items, home décor, bed and bath products, fun seasonal gifts, dishes and more. Don’t forget something for yourself in our logo shop. A t-shirt, sweatshirt, or cap is a great way to remember us and the fun you had here when you get home. hours

Seasonal hours apply.

For more information call Collections at ext. 7151 on property or (417) 335-2777 off property. 16

Garden Chapel

Say “I Do” in Big Cedar’s new Garden Chapel! On a picturesque hillside in the heart of the property, the Garden Chapel can host up to 80 guests. In Big Cedar’s grand tradition of honoring the past, the Garden Chapel’s classic exterior is designed with whitewashed lap siding, traditional gothic windows and handcrafted operable shutters. The Garden Chapel is among more than 20 wedding locations available at Big Cedar.

Integrity Hills Just a short drive from Big Cedar, tucked into the wooded hillside, is another Ozark’s hidden gem – Integrity Hills. Inside the gates and down the winding path you will find a hilltop wedding chapel with a world class view and a stables style reception venue with rustic elegant charm. In addition, Integrity Hills has two separate venues that can serve as event spaces or can be rented for overnight accommodations. The 7,000 square foot Villa has an additional 5,000 square feet of outdoor space including an infinity pool and hot tub. The French Country Cottage features three-bedrooms and three-baths with European decor. This 118-acre hilltop hideaway is an idyllic setting for weddings, parties, special events, or just a secluded retreat.

For more information or to reserve the Garden Chapel or Integrity Hills for your next event, call Guest Services at ext. 7107. 17

The Worman House

We invite all of our guests to experience the grandeur of this State Historical Site at Big Cedar. Come in and enjoy the casual atmosphere, innovative menu and live entertainment that awaits you in this legendary historic home. hours

Dinner Menu: Seasonal hours apply. Live Entertainment: Wednesday – Sunday, 5:00pm—9:30pm* and during Sunday Brunch Sunday Brunch: 9:30am—2:00pm (Reservations recommended) Wine Club: 5:30pm, Second Tuesday of the Month *Schedule subject to change.

Devil’s Pool Restaurant

At Devil’s Pool, we combine southern home-style cooking with the rustic elegance Big Cedar has to offer. Indulge in the comfort of the past and present as you savor the taste of any one of our local Ozark favorites. Outdoor balcony seating is a delightful option as weather permits. hours

Breakfast: 7:00am—11:00am Lunch: 11:00am—2:00pm Dinner: 5:00pm—9:30pm, Daily (Reservations recommended) Sunday Brunch: 10:00am—2:00pm For information and reservations call Devil’s Pool at ext. 7000 on property or (417) 335-5141 off property.

For more information call The Worman House at ext. 5200 on property or (417) 339-5200 off property.

Truman Coffee & Café Truman Coffee and Café is a charming stop for a morning wake-up coffee, energizing smoothie or a quick bite for breakfast. After 11:00am, join us for a scenic lunch on our patio overlooking Table Rock Lake with homemade soup and grilled paninis, as well as chili and salad.

The best way to cap off a fun-filled day? With a fun-filled night at the newly renovated Buzzard Bar. Just downstairs from Devil’s Pool Restaurant, you can enjoy all day dining and nightly entertainment in our expanded dining room. Buzzard Bar offers many of the same delicious entrees as upstairs, plus a great selection of specialty drinks, sandwiches, salads and homemade soups. hours

Seasonal hours apply. Reservations are not necessary.

Sunday: 10:00am—Midnight Monday-Saturday: 11:00am—Midnight Nightly Entertainment: 8:30pm—11:30pm

For more information call Truman Coffee & Café at ext. 7243 or (417) 335-2777 off property.

For more information call Buzzard Bar at ext. 7005 on property or (417) 335-5141 off property.

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Buzzard Bar

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Complimentary Activities

Kids’ Adventure Club We offer special activities and events for our guests ages 4-12. In the Ozark’s nature, children can explore, interact and play in an environment that only Big Cedar can offer. Through hands-on, outdoor experiences, including hiking, fishing, exploring, crafts and games, your children will make memories and friends they will never forget, all while gaining an appreciation for the outdoors. We invite your children to join the Big Cedar Activities Team for a fun-filled afternoon as they earn pins, make new friends and enjoy outdoor adventures. Each child will receive a backpack and a hat for collecting all their adventure pins! Watch each day for different themed pins.

Big Cedar Family Photography

• Basketball* • Big Cedar Beach Club** • Board Games and Puzzles • Canoes and Paddleboats • Dive-In Movies** • DVD Movie Checkout • Family Fun Bonfires** • Fitness Center • Horseshoes

• Jogging, Walking and Hiking Trails • Kids’ Fishing** • Miniature Golf • Nature Trail • Playground • Sand Volleyball • Shuffleboard • Tennis*

*Available at Paradise Point **Seasonal

swimming pools

• Devil’s Pool: Heated, outdoor. Open seasonally, 10:00am – 10:00pm. • Swimmin’ Hole: Heated, outdoor. Open seasonally, 10:00am – 10:00pm. • Brushey Creek: Heated, indoor. Open year round, 10:00am – 10:00pm. • Wilderness Falls: Open Mid-March through October, 10:00am – 10:00pm. • Lazy River: Unheated, outdoor. Open Memorial Day weekend through Labor Day, 10:00am – dusk. kiddie pools

• Devil’s Pool Kiddie Pool: Heated, outdoor. Open seasonally, 10:00am – 10:00pm. • Brushey Creek Kiddie Pool: Unheated, outdoor. Open Memorial Day weekend through Labor Day, 10:00am – dusk. hot tubs

Let our professional photographers help you capture your special celebrations, milestones and memories of Big Cedar. From casual and fun to posed and formal, Big Cedar’s natural beauty is the perfect setting for individual, family, or group portraits.

For more information call Guest Services at ext. 7107 on property or (417) 335-2777 off property. 20

• Swimmin’ Hole Hot Tub: Outdoor. Open seasonally, 10:00am – 10:00pm. • Brushey Creek Hot Tub: Outdoor. Open daily, 10:00am – 10:00pm. • Wilderness Falls Hot Tub: Outdoor. Open seasonally, 10:00am – 10:00pm. For more information call Guest Services at ext. 7107 on property or (417) 335-2777 off property. 21

Dogwood Canyon Nature Park Dogwood Canyon Nature Park is an outdoor experience like no other. Miles of streams flow through the spectacular limestone canyon, cut into the Ozark mountains and etched into the valley by centuries of crystal-clear, spring-fed running water. The pristine natural environment provides a perfect setting for all the activities this 10,000 acre Ozark’s paradise has to offer. Walk or bike the canyon’s scenic paved trail, take a wildlife tram tour or fish the sparkling waters that drew the Osage here so long ago. Explore Mother nature Dogwood Canyon offers a wide variety of activities for all ages, as well as an outdoor café, Segway tours, private guided Jeep tours and a historic chapel for weddings and special events. Wildlife tram tours Step aboard our comfortable, open air trams and explore our past and present while absorbing the scenic beauty of Dogwood Canyon on our two-hour Wildlife Tram Tour. You’ll not only see our most popular sites and waterfalls, but you’ll also cross the Arkansas border where your tram may mingle with herds of bison, elk, white tail deer and Texas longhorn. The tour even includes a stop to feed the rainbow trout. Reservations strongly recommended. Horseback riding Horseback riding at Dogwood Canyon presents an opportunity to experience the park in areas not seen by the tram or from walking and biking trails. Experienced wranglers guide guests on a leisurely ride while exploring ridges, hollows, old logging roads and other scenic views. Enjoy viewing the park like the first Missourians did—from the saddle. Rides are available for multiple riding levels. find out more at www.dogwoodcanyon.org

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Say “i Do.” An unforgettable Ozarks wedding experience awaits you within Dogwood Canyon Nature Park. Cattle Drives Head ’em up, and move ’em out! Saddle up for an adventure like no other and join the wranglers of Dogwood Canyon on a unique experience – an authentic Texas Longhorn Cattle Drive. Work together on the open range to herd our cattle and Texas Longhorns to greener pastures and then gather to enjoy a meal at our rustic chuckwagon site. Segways Modern innovation comes to the wilderness! Experience many breathtaking sites of the canyon via Segway! Beginner and advanced Segway tours are available. Trout Fishing One of Dogwood Canyon’s greatest appeals is the sparkling, spring-fed water that is home to our magnificent rainbow trout. We offer half-day guided catch-and-release fishing, fly casting clinics, Orvis-endorsed multi-day fly fishing schools and “self-guided” catch-and-release or catchand-keep fishing. From the novice to the more experienced, there’s nothing like the thrill of hooking a Rainbow Trout. Rods and tackle are available for rent. Walking and biking Our popular trail is self-guided and follows the canyon floor along paved, gently sloping paths. A printed guide brings your journey to life. Single-speed, coaster-brake bicycles are offered in a variety of sizes. Private Log Cabins These charming, fully-furnished one, two and three bedroom units feature full kitchens, all amenities and a chance to truly “get away from it all.” Enjoy complimentary walking privileges throughout the park during your stay. For more information call Guest Services at ext. 7107 on property or (417) 335-2777 off property. 23

Integrity Hills

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Advance reservations are highly recommended. All reservations must be guaranteed by credit card. We have a 24 hour cancellation policy (24 hours prior to booked activity). Cancellations received within that period will be penalized by charging the credit card. Same day reservations are welcome but cannot be cancelled without penalty. All activities and rates subject to change. become a fan

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