Missouri River Outdoor Expo planned in Ponca

A weekend of family entertainment is waiting at the Missouri River Outdoor Expo 20th anniversary event set for Sept. 20-21 at Ponca State Park.

At this expo, the largest of its kind in the Midwest, guests may participate in any of more than 100 outdoor activities, including wildlife encounters, fishing, kayaking, archery, camping skills, cooking demonstrations, contests, rock climbing, shooting sports, food and goods vendors, craftsmanship demonstrations, local entertainment and much more.

Some fan favorites are back at the expo this year. The Axe Women Loggers of Maine, an all-female team of...