Events Calendar & Attractions

Simpler Times at Storybook Glen

You never know what might be happening at the Glen, but one thing you can be sure won't be there, and that's television. If you want to experience the spice of life with no plug-in drug, this is the place to come.

There are many simple pleasures to be found in the Glen, some restful and relaxed, some more active, and some downright adventuresome. Some can be done independently.

• Walking or jogging our many country roads
• Hiking trails and along creeks
• Hikes to area waterfalls & scenic wonders - guidebooks available
• Canoeing on the Mulberry River -backpack lunch can be included
• Local backcountry bluegrass
• Drive the grand canyon of the Ozarks - picnic lunch can be included
• Strolling and viewing extensive gardens on site
• Harvesting and reveling in garden and farm chores
• Reading in a quiet corner
• Play with the dogs - Pamper the cats - Pet the horses
• Take our worship walk
• Learn to make homemade yeast bread
  
  There are many other activities available requiring more supervision and we do include these at an additional charge. They are listed below and on the "Retreats" and "The Stables" pages.
• Trail Riding, using your own horse or ours
• Riding instruction
• Horse training instruction
• Buggy and Carriage rides
• "The Round Coral of Life"
• Guided Back Country Gardens tours of neighboring gardens
• Guided tours to scenic wonders
• Rappelling and Climbing at Sounding Rock
• On site low obstacle course coming soon
• Canoeing with a guide
  

• Home theater
• Making music together
  
• Ballroom Dancing
• Cooking from Scratch,
  
• Chopping Wood for wood heat
• Campfires with skits and songs
• Hobbit Candles - fun for everyone at least once
• Puzzles