Halloween Events Around the Lake of the Ozarks

Halloween is just around the corner and A B Pest Control & Insulation can’t wait! The Lake of the Ozarks has many fun, family-friendly activities to enjoy. From haunted trails to trick-or-treating events, there are many different ways to celebrate Halloween. Your Lake of the Ozarks pest control company has all the details you need for these exciting events.

GHOULS GATHERING FESTIVAL WITH HAUNTED MAZE
Oct 30, 2021 & Oct 31, 2021
Lake Breeze Terrace
7127 Old Route 5
Camdenton, MO 65020
Hours of Operation: 6 p.m. to 11 p.m.

Ghouls Gathering is a small festival to celebrate Halloween. Check it out October 29th-31st. There is a FRAIDY CAT area for kids and adults to play Halloween games, a small set of vendor booths, and the Haunted Maze only for Non-FRAIDY CATS, age 14 and over. All paying kids will receive a gift bag with tickets to pay the Halloween games.  The 14 and over will also receive gift tickets to play the games or purchase items from the vendors.

STARK CAVERNS GHOST WALK: THE HOWLER'S LAIR

Oct 30, 2021 & Oct 31, 2021
Stark Caverns
125 Cave Drive
Eldon, MO 65025
Hours of Operation: 7PM-8PM

There have been legends in the Ozarks for hundreds of years like the bear-sized beast with glowing red eyes. A mythical beast that comes to life in October at Stark Caverns. Stark Caverns presents our newest tour, The Stark Caverns Ghost Walk: The Howlers Lair.

This is truly a one-of-a-kind experience -- with references to true Ozark folklore and myth, we created a Halloween tour that captures the essence of a legend shared for generations by settlers in this area and still echoed by locals to this day. With its own historical merits, this is a special tour you will not want to miss! Reserve your spot now by purchasing tickets online today.

CAPTAIN RON'S KIDS SPOOKTACULAR

Oct 30, 2021

Captain Ron's Bar & Grill

82 Aloha Lane

Sunrise Beach, MO 65079

Hours of Operation: 3 pm to 5 pm

Dress your kids up and bring them to Captain Ron's for an afternoon of trick or treating.

CAPTAIN RON'S ADULT HALLOWEEN BASH

Oct 30, 2021

Captain Ron's Bar & Grill

82 Aloha Lane

Sunrise Beach, MO 65079

Hours of Operation: 7 pm - 11 pm

It's Halloween!! Dress up is your best costume to win prizes and go home with the Best Dressed Costume Bragging rights!

ChristiAna is proudly Sponsored by Pabst Blue Ribbon Beer, Trailer Trendz, ProDeZigns, and Warehouse 66 Music Store. ChristiAna is not just a singer, ChristiAna is a ENTERTAINER! Her music variety in one Concert is mind blowing while her energy is Unmatched! Come see ChristiAna LIVE!

HAUNTED HALLOWEEN PARTY AT THE FORT

Oct 30, 2021

Fort 54 Paintball

651 Hiland Cir.

Osage Beach, MO 65065

Hours of Operation: Gates Open 6 pm.

2nd Annual Haunted Halloween Party at the Fort. It will be a fun filled night of Halloween activities for all ages. We will have a haunted house, a zombie shoot, Live music on stage and a scary movie screen. This year‘s party is a one night only! Night to remember. Bring your kids, your friends, lawn chairs, and a cooler with your favorite drinks. Must be 21 to consume alcohol.

The gate opens at 6 PM and the Rockin popular local band Kingpin will take stage at 7 PM and jam till midnight. This band will have you dancing and grooving all night. The zombie shoot will start at 6 PM and continue until the zombies drop. The haunted houses will start scaring people when it gets dark. And the big screen will be playing a scary movie to keep you on your toes.

Dress for the weather as we will have fire pits to gather around. There will be a costume contest starting at 10:30 PM with a $200 cash prize for the best costume. Tickets will be sold in advance and at the gate for $20 per person. Kids under 6 are free. Each ticket will be good for 1 pass through the Haunted House and 1 chance to kill zombies. The live music is FREE!

LINN CREEK TRUNK OR TREAT & HAUNTED HOUSE

Oct 30, 2021

City of Linn Creek

E. Valley Drive

Linn Creek, MO 65052

Hours of Operation: 6 pm to 8 pm

City of Linn Creek Annual Trunk or Treat and Haunted House. Trunk & Treat... DJ John... Free Face Painting... Haunted House...

HALLOWEEN PUB CRAWL

Oct 30, 2021

Gravois Mills

423 Valley Rd

Gravois Mills, MO 65037

Hours of Operation: 7 pm

8 bars this year! 10-42 Bar &Que, Hillbilly Yacht club, Tony G's, Lake Burger, Maggie’s on the water, the little Bass hole and the VFW. 

HALLOWEEN ON THE STRIP

Oct 30, 2021

Bagnell Dam Strip

1 Bagnell Dam Blvd

Lake Ozark, MO 65049

Hours of Operation: 2 pm - 4 pm

Celebrate Halloween on Bagnell Dam Strip with trick or treating, games, a cookie walk, costume contest, and pumpkin contest.

TEEN HALLOWEEN DANCE

Oct 30, 2021

La Roca Club - Event Venue

980 Airport Road

Osage Beach, MO 65065

Hours of Operation: 7pm - 11pm

By popular demand the Teen Halloween Dance is Back! Safe, clean atmosphere for kids to have a good time. Prizes will be given for best costume in 3 categories: funniest, scariest, most creative.  Party favors for all who attend.

TRUNK OR TREAT AT KENT MEMORIAL LUTHERAN CHURCH

Oct 31, 2021

Kent Memorial Lutheran Church

184 Sunset Hill Drive

Sunrise Beach, MO 65079

Hours of Operation: 5 PM - 7 PM

Please attend the Trunk or Treat at Kent Memorial Lutheran Church on Sunday, October 31 from 5 PM - 7 PM.  The event will take place in the church parking lot.  If the weather is bad, Trunk or Treat will be in the Fellowship Hall of the church.

Happy Halloween from A B Pest Control & Insulation
A B Pest Control & Insulation wants to wish you a fun and safe Halloween. If you happen to find creepy crawlers in or around your home, give your pest control company at the Lake of the Ozarks a call. We’ve got you covered!

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Keep Your Home Comfortable with Proper Insulation

As we get further into the fall season, the days are definitely getting cooler. While you're likely enjoying the savings you're probably experiencing by not having to run the A/C all day long, you're probably starting to wonder just how well insulated your home is as you wake to those cooler crisper temps. Soon enough, winter will be on its way, which typically means those higher energy bills will make their way back to your mailbox.

Fortunately, there's something you can do help help lessen the ache your wallet will feel when you kick on the furnace. A B Pest Control & Insulation knows that ensuring that your home is properly insulated can help save you money on heating and cooling costs. We can also keep your home comfortable with the proper insulation.

Lower Energy Costs
One of the most important reasons you should make sure that your home is properly insulated is so you don’t waste energy. Improperly insulated homes can waste both heating and cooling energy in your home by allowing heat transfer. Not only does it cost you more money, but it could also put a bigger strain on your system. There are many different types of insulation and A B Pest Control & Insulation can help you decide what types is best for your home or business.

Reduce Noise Pollution
Insulation has sound absorption qualities, so it can reduce unwanted noises that are created by appliances, electronic equipment, or even conversations. It can prevent sounds from being transmitted through the walls and even the floors of your home. Not only does the proper insulation keep unwanted noise at bay, but it also makes it easier for your furnace or air condition to keep the temperature constant without putting a strain on the system.

How Insulation Works
For the most part, most common insulation materials work by slowing conductive heat flow and convective heat flow. Regardless of the mechanism, heat flows from warmer to cooler until there is no longer a temperature difference. In order to maintain comfort, heat that is lost in the winter must be replaced by your heating system and the heat in the summer must be removed by your cooling system. By properly insulating your home, this heat flow will decrease by providing an effective resistance to the flow of heat.

Ensure Your Home Is Properly Insulated with A B Pest Control and Insulation!
The easiest and most efficient way to ensure that your home has the proper insulation levels is to call a professional. A B Pest Control and Insulation can evaluate your home and make the proper recommendations for the best insulation to meet your needs. With proper insulation, your home can easily stay cool when it’s hot outside and warm when it’s cold out. Your Lake of the Ozarks insulation company has team members with many years of experience in the insulation business so you can trust that we will get the job done right at a fair price. Visit our website or give us a call to learn more!

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How Much Do You Know About Bats?

While some people may find bats to be creepy and disgusting, they're actually quite interesting and beneficial creatures! Now, we realize that not everyone will agree with our sentiments, but bats actually play a crucial role in the environment. They’re an important species that impact our daily lives in ways we might not even realize. From pollinating our favorite fruits to eating pesky insects to inspiring medical marvels, bats are heroes of the night. So, this week, we at A B Pest Control & Insulation wanted to share some facts about bats that you might not have known before now! Check it out: 

1. There are over 1,400 species of bats worldwide.
Bats can be found on nearly every part of the planet except in extreme deserts and polar regions. The U.S. and Canada are home to about 45 species of bats and additional species are found in the U.S. territories in the Pacific and Caribbean. While Missouri has seen about 9 common species of bats within its state lines, only one family of bats predominates in Missouri: the evening bats. More than this have been spotted, but are not commonly seen in Missouri.

2. Not all bats hibernate. 

Even though bears and bats are the two most well-known hibernators, not all bats spend their winter in caves. Some bat species like the spotted bat survive by migrating in search of food to warmer areas when it gets chilly. 

3. Bats help pollinate fruit. 

Over 300 species of fruit depend on bats for pollination. Bats help spread seeds for nuts, figs and cacao -- the main ingredient in chocolate. Without bats, we also wouldn’t have plants like agave or the iconic saguaro cactus. 

4. Bats help keep the bug population in check. 

Bats can eat their body weight or more in insects, numbering in the thousands! This insect-heavy diet helps foresters and farmers protect their crops from pests.

5. Bats can find their food in total darkness. 

Not all bats are nocturnal. But those that are can locate insects to eat by emitting inaudible high-pitched sounds, 10-20 beeps per second and listening to echoes. This is called echolocation.

6. Bats are the only flying mammal. 

While the flying squirrel can only glide for short distances, bats are true fliers. A bat’s wing resembles a modified human hand -- imagine the skin between your fingers larger, thinner and stretched. This flexible skin membrane that extends between each long finger bone and many movable joints make bats agile fliers.

7. Bats are fast little creatures. 

Recent studies have showing that bats can fly at speeds of 60 mph or more. How fast a bat flies depends on the species, but researcher recently discovered that the Mexican free-tailed bat could reach speeds up to 100 mph, making it by far the fastest mammal on Earth.

Now that you know a little more about these wondrous creatures, we hope that you'll find the beauty and value of them as we do! Rarely are bats a nuisance, and can often be more of a benefit to have around than a pest. If you do happen to come across bats in your attic or outdoor building, contact A B Pest Control & Insulation. We'll come out and safely remove these harmless creatures and relocate them where they can thrive and continue to benefit our ecosystem!

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5 Fall Pests to Look Out For

Fall at the Lake of the Ozarks is finally here and slowly making its debut and we couldn’t be more excited for cooler weather and beautiful fall foliage. However, many people often have the misconception that with cooler weather comes less pests and a declining need for pest control services. That actually couldn't be further from the truth. Pest control is just as important in the fall as it is any other time of the year. Check out 5 pests you might find scurrying around your home this fall.

1. Mice

Mice and other rodents may try to begin entering your home looking for a warm shelter with food and water through any small crack or hole. Access points can be anything from a pipe or vent to a broken seal around a window or door. They can chew through insulation and other easy access points. Inspect your home for any place you think a mouse could get through. Ensure all window and door frames, as well as utility pipes that lead to the outside, are sealed tightly. If you have screens on your windows or doors, make sure they're in tact and repair them if necessary.

2. Termites
Termites are another common pest we see making their way into homes in the fall months. While they primarily forage underground for cellulose, they can find their way into wood cords in an attempt to feed so they can return it to the colony to feed others. It's during these excursions that termites can unknowingly enter your home, possibly leaving a trail of pheromones for the colony to follow. And since many homes are insulated with cellulose (their primary source of nutrients), your home just became a welcoming humble abode for the colony!

3. Snakes

If you have birds in your yard or rodents in your house, you may be attracting snakes onto your property. Although you may not control the birds, you can control the rodent problem. Calling a professional pest control company at the Lake of the Ozarks can help you get rid of the rodents hiding in your walls. Unfortunately, snakes like similar conditions as human. During the summer, they like cool places and during the winter, they like warmer places to hibernate, which is why they may seek your home for shelter. During the fall, you may see more snakes than usual, as they are more active due to the nice weather and they are preparing for hibernation.

4. Bed Bugs

With school back in session and people traveling for the upcoming holidays, it's prime time for bed bugs to migrate. Since they are so resilient and can dwell almost anywhere without a host for so long, they'll find refuge in carpeting, behind light switch and plugin coverings, and floor boards. For bed bugs you'll need to strip off bedding from mattresses as these may contain bugs. Your clothes may possibly be infested with bugs, so you also need to wash these with water at a very high temperature and let them dry in high heat. A professional pest control company at the Lake of the Ozarks should be contacted to treat for bed bugs as they are extremely difficult pests to get rid of and can survive for up to a year without feeding. These pests require chemical treatment as well as high heat treatment, and may require multiple treatments to eradicate the infestation. 

5. Cockroaches

While some pests and rodents migrate to warmer climates for the winter months, others may seek places to hide out from the cold or hibernate. Cockroaches are one of those iffy pests that can go either way. The winter months do pose a risk to cockroaches, which will often die when exposed to temperatures less than 15 degrees Fahrenheit. However, cockroaches can find plenty of ways to avoid that exposure and survive the cold months. Because of their unrelenting ability to survive even the harshest conditions, regular pest control treatments during the colder months are essential for controlling cockroaches.

Get Rid of Fall Pests with A B Pest Control & Insulation!
There are many pests that will go into hibernation within the next few weeks, but several will simply try to seek shelter in the warmth of your home. If you need pest control services this fall or winter, call A B Pest Control & Insulation at 573-964-1100. We can help you keep your home pest free all year round!

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October Events Around the Lake of the Ozarks

Fall is finally here, which means a whole new level of fun and festivities at the Lake of the Ozarks. A B Pest Control & Insulation has the scoop on some fun events in October. Your fall season is sure to start with a bang at the Lake of the Ozarks with these popular upcoming events.

Mamma Mia - Apple Festival

Oct 1-3 & Oct 7-10

The Royal Theatre

107 S. Monroe St.

Versailles MO 65084

Website: http://www.theroyaltheatre.com/

Hours of Operation: 7:00 PM - 9:30 PM

Join the Royal Theatre for a Greek Island adventure as Sophie tries to learn the identity of her dad in time for him to walk her down the aisle. Set to the iconic music of Abba, Mamma Mia is a high-energy, fun-filled show. Don't miss out! Tickets are on sale NOW! https://www.showtix4u.com/event-details/55518

Versailles Apple Festival

Oct 2-3

Downtown Versailles

Versailles MO 65084

Hours of Operation: Sat: 9am-5pm (Parade at 10:00 am); Sun: 9am-4pm

The 2021 Apple Festival will be celebrating the Missouri Bicentennial! Versailles has a lot of great history to celebrate! We're looking forward to seeing you October 2 & 3!

The Versailles Area Chamber of Commerce is proud to host the 42nd Annual Olde Tyme Apple Festival. This award-winning festival is enjoyed by thousands of festival-goers from all over the state and beyond. Activities include a parade, many vendors selling wares, lots of food booths, a car show (at Versailles City Park), fiddle contest, apple pie and much more!

36th Annual Fall Harbor Hop

Oct 9, 2021

Multiple Waterfront Locations

Lake Wide

Lake Ozark, 65049

Website: https://www.funlake.com/harborhop

Hours of Operation: 9:00 am - 7:00 pm

Anyone can enter for a fun day on Lake of the Ozarks! Visit over 40 of our participating locations on the water to collect your poker hand. Enter the Harbor hop by stopping at any of the check points. To obtain a hand, sign up and pay an optional $20 donation. Any player can enter more than once. The 1st card is drawn at the checkpoint where the hand is purchased; 6 additional cards are obtained by hopping to six more checkpoints drawing one card, per hand, at each location. The hand is complete when the 7th card is drawn. To quailify the hand must be turned in by 7pm at your last checkpoint. Winners will be notified by certified mail.

A few Harbor Hop checkpoints open as early as 9:00 am, but most open at 11:00 am. Check the website listed above for a complete list of participating locations and scheduled times.

City of Osage Beach Fall Festival

Oct 9, 2021

Osage Beach City Park

950 Hatchery Road

Osage Beach, 65065

Website: https://www.osagebeach-mo.gov/1997/Fall-Festival

Hours of Operation: 10:00AM - 5:00PM

Bring the family for the 2021 City of Osage Beach Fall Festival! Held at Osage Beach City Park, there will be vendors, a pie eating contest, petting zoo, and food trucks! Live music and performers will also be entertaining throughout the day. 

Stark Caverns Fall Festival

Oct 16, 2021

Stark Caverns

125 Cave Drive

Eldon, MO 65026

Website: https://www.starkcaverns.com/

Hours of Operation: 10:00AM - 5:00PM

Stark Caverns annual Fall Festival will be on October 16, 2021, from 10AM-5PM. Admission is free. They will offer discounted cave tours, a large selection of craft vendors, a beer tent, sluice mining, and much more! 

Apple Butter Fall Festival

Oct 22-23, 2021

Camden County Museum

206 S Locust / Hwy 54 & V-Rd

Linn Creek, MO 65052

Website: http://www.camdencountymuseum.org/

Hours of Operation: 9 am - 4 pm

Fresh Apple Butter & Apple Pies while they last. Crafts, Chili lunch, Quilt Drawing, free tours

Witches and Wine

Oct 23, 2021

Shawnee Bluff Winery

2430 Bagnell Dam Blvd

Lake Ozark, MO 65049

Website: https://shawneebluff.com/

Hours of Operation: 11 am - 9 pm

Join Shawnee Bluff Winery for Witches and Wine. Wear your best costume and come enjoy all of the vendors!

Hy-Vee Hollow Trick or Treating Maze

Oct 24, 2021

Hy-Vee

929 Hwy D

Osage Beach, MO 65065

Website: https://www.wonderlandcamp.org/

Hours of Operation: 3 pm - 6 pm

Wonderland Camp presents Hy-Vee Hollow Trick or Treating Maze! Fun for all kids! Trick or Treating and a maze. $2 per child and proceeds go to the Dream Factory and Wonderland Camp.

Captain Ron's Adult Halloween Bash

Oct 30, 2021

Captain Ron's Bar & Grill

82 Aloha Lane

Sunrise Beach, MO 65079

Website: http://captainronsatthelake.com/entertainment-event-calendar/

Hours of Operation: 7 pm - 11 pm

It's Halloween!! Dress up is your best costume to win prizes and go home with the Best Dressed Costume Bragging rights!

ChristiAna is proudly Sponsored by Pabst Blue Ribbon Beer, Trailer Trendz, ProDeZigns, and Warehouse 66 Music Store. ChristiAna is not just a singer, ChristiAna is a ENTERTAINER! Her music variety in one Concert is mind blowing while her energy is Unmatched! Come see ChristiAna LIVE!

Linn Creek Trunk or Treat and Haunted House

Oct 30, 2021

City of Linn Creek

E. Valley Drive

Linn Creek, MO 65052

Website: https://www.linncreekmo.com/events

Hours of Operation: 6 pm - 8 pm

City of Linn Creek Annual Trunk or Treat and Haunted House. Trunk & Treat... DJ John... Free Face Painting... Haunted House...

Trunk or Treat at Kent Lutheran Memorial Church

Oct 31, 2021

Kent Memorial Lutheran Church

184 Sunset Hill Drive

Sunrise Beach, MO 65079

Website: https://kentmemorial.com/

Hours of Operation: 5 pm 

Bring your little ghosts and goblins to Kent Memorial Lutheran Church for our annual Truck or Treat.

You Can Count on A B Pest Control & Insulation
For monthly events at the Lake of the Ozarks, you can count on your Lake of the Ozarks pest control company. Fall is here and we couldn't be more excited to enjoy the cooler weather. Keep those pesky pests from invading your home this fall. You can count on A B Pest Control & Insulation to take care of all of your pesky problems so you can focus on all the good times that fall brings.

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