Forrest McCurren, August 30, 2025

Forrest McCurren, Music in the Park, Maramec Spring Park, St. James Mo. August 30, 2025 @ 6:PM
Forrest McCurren comes from the heart of the heartland, where the foothills of the Ozarks meet the Big Muddy: The Middle-of-Missouri. Blazing his own trail while stylistically tipping his hat to the songwriting giants of the past, McCurren wields the magic of lyricism to cast a light on the many intricacies of everyday life set against vignettes of Middle America. Tackling topics such as: wise words from waitresses, heartbroken high school football standouts, and tattooed trailer park lovers, McCurren writes songs for good people that got bad grades in school, are drunk on dreams, and still trying to figure out if life is sour or sweet.

Campground Host

We are looking for volunteers who are courteous, outgoing, willing/capable of completing a variety of tasks, and work a schedule with varied hours and days.
Benefits:
Free full Hook-Up Campsite
Free Entry to Park Events
Employee Discount in Park
Interested? Contact Us!
info@maramecspringpark.org
(573)265-71245

Fee Station Attendant

The James Foundation currently has an opening for a Fee Station Attendant at Maramec Spring Park. The position is seasonal from March 1st to October 31st.

Update, Trout Opening 2025

Trout Opening 2025 will look very different at Maramec Spring Park. Because the reception building was damaged in the November flood, there will be a few changes around for the opening of trout season March 1 and 2. Tag sales and entry will be handled from a portable building we have set up at the entrance.

The Kay Brothers, Sept. 20th

The Kay Brothers are Missouri brothers that formed a band saluting the music traditional to their homeland: The Ozarks… where Old-Time Fiddle music received a quick flash fry of foot stompin’ Country Blues as it made its way across the Mississippi River. The songs are a collection of stories, often ancient in verse but timeless in meaning, and delivered with sunny reverence for this forgotten music bred to uplift from the tangle of struggles in a bygone era. It’s music that draws you out, rather than draw you in.

In 2018, the band released their Self-Titled Debut Album and a companion video for their song, “Find Your Love,” recorded in an abandoned auto garage somewhere in Callaway County. Joined by sisters Emma & Olivia Burney, the band boasts sibling harmonies, upright bass, guitar, tenor banjo, fiddle, cello, ukulele, harmonica, washboard, congas, shakers, and an array of foot percussion. The mission: to preserve the rural music of our forefathers and mothers that once filled the wooden barns dotting the countryside on Saturday night and the small family churches on Sunday morning. That party is still going on…. it’s in your blood.

Derby Day

Derby Day is the last hurrah of the catch-and-release season! Lunkers are stocked and anglers flock in for their chance to catch one. Park activities occur throughout the day.

Halloween Trunk-or-Treat

Halloween Trunk-or-Treat is a chance to immerse yourself in the Halloween magic as our campground transforms into a festive wonderland! Join the fun with trick-or-treating at a variety of business booths, trunks, and campsites. Take a leisurely stroll into this years themed event to meet the charming characters of Maramec Spring Park. Free park admission for this event. The event is hosted by St.James PTO and Maramec Spring Park.

Old Iron Works Festival

At Old Iron Works Festival you can explore the skills of dozens of artisans and craftsmen as they showcase their trades and offer their unique creations. Immerse yourself in the […]

Women’s Fishing Day

Women’s Fishing Day, which will run from 7:30 a.m. to 7:15 p.m., There is no license or daily tag fee. Female anglers can pick up their free daily trout tag at the park store on the evening before or any time during the day of the event on Sept. 13th. During the event, a part of the park will be reserved for female anglers only. Volunteers will be available to help anglers throughout the day. Participants are encouraged to bring their own fishing equipment.

Maramec Museum Open March

Maramec Museum Open (Saturday and Sunday) starting in March. The Maramec Museum offers engaging interactive exhibits that illuminate the natural and historical significance of this region. These exhibits showcase a […]