What's Going on at the Lake this Fourth of July Weekend?

Fourth of July weekend is this weekend and there are many great ways to celebrate our freedom and independence of this great country. If you are planning on spending the long holiday weekend at the Lake of the Ozarks, there is no shortage of community events, from live music to fireworks displays. A B Pest Control & Insulation has the information for some of the events that will be happening over Fourth of July weekend.

 

Fourth of July Events at the Lake

11th Annual Support Our Troops Poker Run

June 29, 2018

See all the big boats gather at Lake of the Ozarks for this fun filled poker run! All proceeds go to H.E.R.O.E.S. Care. Check out the participating poker run locations and details here: www.lakecharitypokerrun.com.

Dr. Zhivegas Fourth of July Weekend

June 29, 2018 - July 1, 2018

Hop on by the Horny Toad Entertainment Complex for the hottest party this Fourth of July Weekend as Dr. Zhivegas takes the stage June 29th through July 1st! Check out Dr. Zhivegas at www.drzhivegas.com and see what all the fuss is about.

Fireworks Displays & Celebrations

Jun 30, 2018 - Jul 07, 2018

The Inn at Grand Glaize

Date: Saturday, June 30th

Time: Display begins at dusk.

Location: 5142 Osage Beach Pkwy in Osage Beach

View by Water at the 1MM of the Grand Glaize Arm

Enjoy the view from the Inn at Grand Glaize at the boat dock or the tiki bar, outdoor pool area, or from the outdoor lounge!

Call for details: 573-348-4731

Bear Bottom Resort

Date: Saturday, June 30th; Wednesday, July 4th; Saturday, July 7th

Time: 9:45 pm Each Night

Location: 123 Bear Bottom Drive in Sunrise Beach

View by Water at the 38MM, Osage Arm

Parking is limited; Arrive early.

Call for details: 573-374-6905

City of Linn Creek

Date: Saturday, June 30th

Time: Display begins at dusk.

Location: Linn Creek Soccer Fields; 200-236 Lake Rd 54-69 in Linn Creek

Bring a blanket and/or chairs and sit beneath the stars for the fun!

Call for details: 573-346-6200

Runaway II Resort & Campground

Date: Saturday, June 30th

Time: 9:30 pm

Location: 267 Runaway Drive in Climax Springs

View by water at the 45 Mile Marker

Parking is limited; Arrive early.

Call for details: 573-345-4116

Captain Ron's Bar & Grill

Date: Tuesday, July 3rd

Time: Dusk

Location: 82 Aloha Lane in Sunrise Beach

View by water at the 34.5 MM

Parking is limited; Arrive early.

Call for details: 573-374-5852

City of Eldon 4th of July Celebration

Date: Wednesday, July 4th

5K Fun Run/Walk begins at 7:30 am at the Public Safety Building

4th of July Parade begins at 10:30 am; Downtown Eldon

Free Swim at Eldon Aquatic Center, 12:00 pm – 4:00 pm

Enjoy activities at Eldon Air Park starting at 1:00 pm (Inflatables, Vendors, Karaoke and more).

Fireworks begin at dusk at Eldon Air Park

Call for Details: 573-392-2291

Point Randall Resort

Date: Wednesday, July 4th

Time: 9:15 pm – 10:00 pm

Location: 1584 Susan Road in Lake Ozark

Viewing by land on the Point Randall Resort property reserved for resort guests only.

View by water at the 2MM (McCoy Branch Cove)

Call for details: 573-365-2081

Playin' Hooky Fireworks Cruise

Date: Wednesday, July 4th

Time: 8:30 pm to 10:00 pm

Location: Departing from Millstone Marina at 18096 Hwy O in Gravois Mills

$25 per person

Call for reservations and details: 573-434-2627

The Lodge of Four Seasons

Date: Wednesday, July 4th

Time: Display begins at Dusk

Location: 315 Four Seasons Drive in Lake Ozark

View by water at the 13 Mile Marker

Call for details: 573-365-3000

Tan-Tar-A Resort

Date: Wednesday, July 4th

Time: 8:30 pm - 9:30 pm

Location: 494 Tan Tar A Drive in Osage Beach

Viewing by land on the Tan-Tar-A property reserved for resort guests only.

View by water at the 26 Mile Marker

Call for details: 573-348-3131

Tropic Island Cruises

Date: Wednesday, July 4th

Time: 7:30 pm to 10:00 pm

Location: Tan-Tar-A Resort; 494 Tan Tar A Drive in Osage Beach

View the Tan-Tar-A Resort fireworks display from the water at the 26 Mile Marker, aboard the Tropic Island Cruises yacht.

Call for reservations and details: 573-348-0083

Lake Valley Country Club

Date: Wednesday, July 4th

Time: Fireworks display begins at dusk.

Location: Lake Valley Country Club; 367 Blair Ave in Camdenton

Call for more info: 573-346-7218

Old Kinderhook Fireworks Fun Fest

Date: Friday, July 6th

Time: 5:00 pm; Display begins at dusk.

Location: 20 Eagle Ridge Rd. in Camdenton

Fun Fest with Fireworks Show, Entertainment and Kids Activities.

Parking is limited; Arrive early.

Call for details: 573-317-3560

If you're going to spend the long holiday weekend at your home at the Lake, give A B Pest Control & Insulation a call. We can help you get your home ready for your Fourth of July weekend festivities. After your backyard BBQ fun, hop on your boat and enjoy some beautiful fireworks display out on the Lake of the Ozarks. However, make sure no pests crash the party and schedule an appointment with your pest control company at the Lake of the Ozarks!

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5 Essentials to Make Sure You Have for Your Next Get-Together

Summertime is the perfect time for getting together with family and friends. We want to take advantage of the beautiful weather as much as we can while it's here. So, you may be planning a barbecue or bonfire this weekend for an excuse to enjoy some outdoor time. What a wonderful idea that is! A B Pest Control and Insulation wants to make sure your next get-together is a hit, so we're sharing with you 5 essentials to make sure you have for your next gathering.

Plenty of Seating
Have you ever attended a barbecue or get-together and had to stand most of the time because there just wasn't enough seating? It's tiring and makes you want to leave early. Avoid that from happening at YOUR next gathering and make sure you've got plenty of places for your guests to sit and relax. Place your seating in clusters so that people can sit down and engage easily without having to shout across the yard. It's a good idea to have a designated 'kids' table as well if you know there will be several little ones attending. This will allow them to engage with each other and prevent them from constantly interrupt adult conversation.

Age Appropriate Lawn Games
Chances are if you've invited your friends over and they have children, their children will attend too. Make sure they don't get bored easily by setting out some age appropriate lawn games. Some great kid friendly games are ladder toss, jumbo Jenga, lawn checkers, ring toss, and volleyball. If you're having an adults only gathering, you can consider games like yard pong, horseshoes, cornhole, and yard dice.

Plenty of Food and Drinks
It's only the proper host thing to do to make sure you've got at least appetizers and drinks to offer your guests. Make sure you've got plenty to go around. If you invite 10 people over, plan enough food for 20. This will ensure that you've got any surprise guests covered that your friends may bring along. Not to mention, if your get-together goes longer than expected, your guests may get hungry later on and want to snack while they visit.

Music to Fill the Silence

Not everyone feels comfortable with silence when they're in a group of people. Make sure to avoid any awkward silences with light music playing in the background. You don't want it up loud enough that your guests have to yell over it to be heard, but it can be relaxing and can even strike up conversation when your guests have run out of things to talk about. Who knows? You may find a new common interest in a band you didn't know you had with one of your buddies!

A Pest Free Lawn!
There's nothing more annoying than trying to enjoy a nice evening relaxing out on the patio with friends and family and being bombarded by mosquitoes, bees, ticks, and other pesky pests. Make sure your yard is pest free by hiring a professional pest control company at the Lake of the Ozarks to come out and treat your lawn and home.

With these 5 essentials, your next get-together will be a pest free and fun time that your friends will be talking about for days! To keep your home and lawn pest free all year long, give A B Pest Control & Insulation a call.

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Gifts to get Dad for Father’s Day

Father's Day is quickly approaching! If you're spending this day celebrating Dad at the Lake of the Ozarks, there are some great Father's Day activities taking place around the Lake. A B Pest Control & Insulation has some great gift ideas for you to treat dad to:

Give Dad the Gift of Golf
This year, the Eldon Golf Club is hosting a 3-Person Scramble on June 16th and 17th for Father's Day! Book your dad a tee time for this special event and let him enjoy a day with friends on their beautiful 18-hole championship course!

Take Dad Out for Breakfast
The old saying goes "the quickest way to a man's heart, is through his stomach." Show dad how much you love and appreciate all he does and treat him to a delicious meal out on YOU! There are so many wonderful restaurants around the Lake of the Ozarks that serve excellent food that dad will love! For example, Captain Ron's Bar & Grill in Sunrise Beach is serving a Father's Day breakfast this Sunday from 9AM-1PM.

Treat Dad to a Kid-Free Night Out
Give the gift of laughter and treat your dad to the upcoming Rodney Carrington show this Friday evening at the Ozarks Amphitheater! Doors open at 7PM and the show starts at 9PM. If your dad is more into music instead of comedy, get him tickets for an evening with Primus with Special Guests, Mastodon and JJUUJJUU this Saturday night! Doors open at 6PM and concert starts at 7PM.

Give Dad Peace of Mind
There's no gift greater than the gift of peace of mind. Schedule pest control treatment for your dad's humble abode so he doesn't have to worry about pesky bugs and rodents ruining his summer. From pest and animal control to lawn and insulation services, we offer a wide range of services that can take the load off dad and help keep your home pest free all summer long!

Happy Father's Day
A B Pest Control & Insulation wants to wish all the dads out there a very Happy Father's Day! It's looking like it's going to be a beautiful weekend here at the Lake of the Ozarks. Make sure pests don't put a damper on the day by calling a professional Lake of the Ozarks pest control company! To schedule your appointment, call A B Pest Control & Insulation at 573-964-1100.

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Flea Infestation and Treatment: Here's What You Need to Know

Have you noticed your pet scratching incessantly lately? Have you checked him for fleas? Even if you have found that your pet does have fleas and have treated them, the problem may persist because the fleas still have a proximal advantage to your home. And remember, fleas can live on your blood, too, not just your pets. This can mean your "minor" flea issue could be much worse than you realize! So, this week, A B Pest Control is sharing with you some information about what is entailed in treating flea infestations.

Where are these Fleas Coming From?
Flea infestations often come from pets bringing them in from outdoors. The pests attach to your pet when its outside, and then infests its fur and the places it sleeps indoors. Other animals such as rodents, raccoons, or feral cats venturing into your yard may be the culprits bringing these pesky pests into your yard. So, the most effective ways to keep fleas from getting inside the home is to eliminate outdoor flea habitats and outdoor hosts. While you can't always prevent these animals from entering your turf, you can be proactive by treating your lawn and pets with flea control products. However, in order to effectively treat for fleas, you'll first need to understand their life-cycle. Let's take a look.

Understanding the Flea's Life-Cycle
There are four stages in the life cycle of a flea: egg, larva, pupa, and adult. Depending on the environmental temperature and humidity levels, the total life cycle will take anywhere from a couple weeks to several months, or even years.

1. A single adult female can lay about 40 eggs every day. Eggs take anywhere from two days to two weeks to develop, hatching when environmental conditions are just right for them. Larvae then emerges as the next life stage. 
2. If conditions are favorable, the larvae will spin cocoons in about 5-20 days of hatching from their eggs. This leads to the next life stage, called the cocoon or pupae stage. 
3. This cocoon stage is the last developmental stage before the adult flea emerges. The cocoon protects the pupae for several days or weeks before the adult flea emerges. If environmental conditions are not right for emergence, the cocoon can protect the developing flea for months, and in some cases, years. 
4. The adult flea will not emerge until the presence of a potential host is made obvious - by vibrations, rising levels of carbon dioxide, and body heat. This can be caused by your pet walking by and brushing against the cocoon, or even from you moving around your home.

Unfortunately, this life-cycle means that getting rid of fleas can require more than one treatment to effectively eliminate the problem once an infestation has occurred.

Flea Control Services
Flea prevention for both the home and yard can be difficult, and eliminating them once an infestation occurs is even harder. Without a proactive approach, any homeowner is vulnerable to an infestation. But don't worry, you don't have to face this battle on your own. If you do experience a flea infestation, call on the Lake of the Ozarks pest control company to send those fleas packing. We can help you be victorious in eliminating and preventing those pesky pests in the future!

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The Start of Summer Fun at the Lake

The start of summer is here! While it’s not technically summer yet, Memorial Day Weekend is the unofficial kick off to the busy summer season at the Lake. With all of the fun events we have coming up, A B Pest Control & Insulation understands that homeowners may not be too concerned about yard maintenance or pest control at the Lake of the Ozarks. Hey, we don’t blame them! Luckily, that’s where we come in. From pest control to yard maintenance, your Lake of the Ozarks pest control company does it all. Check out some of these great events that are coming up that you won’t want to miss!

Upcoming Events at the Lake

Lake Race 2018

When: May 31, 2018 – June 12, 2018

Where: O MM – 3 MM | Beavers at the Dam

1076 Bagnell Dam Blvd.

Lake Ozark, MO 65049

Thursday 5/31 – Lake Race Festival of Speed  

Location: Big Thunder Marine Showrooms in Lake Ozark

Time: 4:00 pm – 9:00 pm

Photo courtesy of FunLake.com

Friday 6/1 – Lake Race Meet & Greet Street Party

Location: Bagnell Dam Strip

Time: 4:00 pm – 11:00 pm

Saturday 6/2 – Official Races

Location: Beaver’s at the Dam | Race Course at the 0 MM to 3 MM

Time: All day

There are other additional Lake Race themed events taking place. Check out the link for all the events and information you need.

www.funlake.com/lake-of-the-ozarks-powerboat-races

Hot Summer Nights

When: June 08, 2018

Where: Bagnell Dam Strip

Lake Ozark, MO 65049

Time: 6:00 pm – 11:00 pm

Photo courtesy of FunLake.com

Hot Summer Nights consists of a classic vehicle cruise and a family night on the Bagnell Dam Strip. Free admission and participation. All makes and models of cars, trucks, and motorcycles will line the Strip and cruise around.

The Canine Cannonball

When: June 08, 2018 – June 10, 2018

Where: Dog Days Bar & Grill

1232 Jefferies Rd.

Osage Beach, MO 65065

Photo courtesy of FunLake.com

How far can your dog jump? The annual Dock Dogs jumping contest is held at Dog Days again this year. Canine athletes compete in Big Air, Extreme Vertical, and Speed Retrieve at this family-friendly event. 

Your Lake of the Ozarks Pest Control Company

A B Pest Control & Insulation hopes you have a fun and safe weekend. For all the events that are happening in our community, your pest control company at the Lake of the Ozarks will help keep you updated and informed. With summer just around the corner, it’s important to make sure that your home is protected from pests. To keep your home pest free all year long, give A B Pest Control & Insulation a call.

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Memorial Weekend at the Lake

Memorial Day Weekend is this weekend and there are many great ways to remember those who gave their lives fighting for our country. If you are planning on spending the long holiday weekend at the Lake of the Ozarks, there is no shortage of community events, from live music to fireworks displays. A B Pest Control & Insulation has the information for some of the events that will be happening over Memorial Day Weekend.

Memorial Day Weekend Events

Dr. Zhivegas Memorial Day Weekend

When: May 25th – May 27th, 2018

Where: Horny Toad Entertainment Complex at Camden on the Lake

2359 Bittersweet Rd.

Lake Ozark, Missouri, 65049

Dr. Zhivegas hits the outdoor stage all weekend to help kick off the summer.

Alabama Live in Concert

When: May 26th, 2018

Where: Ozarks Amphitheater

2629 N. Business Route 5

Camdenton, Missouri 65020

Doors for the concert open at 7:00 pm.

Kids Harbor Memorial Day Benefit 4 Person Scramble

When: May 28th, 2018

Where: The Oaks at Tan-Tar-A Resort

494 Tan Tar A Drive

Osage Beach, Missouri 65065

Lunch and registration will be at 12:00 pm. Shotgun start at 1:00 pm.

Fireworks at the Lake

Bear Bottom Resort

Saturday, May 26th

9:45 pm

View by water at the 38 MM

The Inn at Grand Glaize

Sunday, May 27th

Display begins at Dusk

View by water at the 1 MM of the Glaize Arm

Tan-Tar-A Resort

Sunday, May 27th

8:30 - 9:30 PM (Dusk)

View by water at the 26 Mile Marker

Tropic Island Cruises

Sunday, May 27th

Boarding begins at 7:30 pm

View the Tan-Tar-A Resort fireworks display from the water at the 26 MM aboard the Tropic Island Cruises yacht.

Call 573-348-8550 for reservations and details.

The Lodge of Four Seasons

Sunday, May 27th

Display begins at Dusk

View by water at the 13 MM

For more Lake of the Ozarks Memorial Day events, visit www.FunLake.com. 

Have a Great Memorial Weekend

If you're going to spend the long holiday weekend at your home at the Lake, give A B Pest Control & Insulation a call. We can help you get your home ready for your Memorial Day Weekend festivities. After your backyard BBQ fun, hop on your boat and enjoy some beautiful fireworks display out on the Lake of the Ozarks. However, make sure no pests crash the party and schedule an appointment with your pest control company at the Lake of the Ozarks. 

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It's Tick Season

The weather is really warming up and more and more people are spending their days and nights outside. If you’ve spent any amount of time outside within the last few weeks, you’ve probably noticed how bad the ticks are this year. A B Pest Control & Insulation knows that tick season is fully underway, but it seems as if this tick season is extremely bad. Protect your pet and your home from ticks and give your pest control company at the Lake of the Ozarks a call today. Check out the different kinds of ticks we have in Missouri and what you should do if your dog accidentally brings one – or the whole tick family – home.

Types of Ticks in Missouri

Deer Tick or Blacklegged Tick

These ticks are extremely small and are only the size of a sesame seed. Deer ticks are the best known for transmitting Lyme Disease. Their lifespan is about two to three years and requires at least three blood meals to survive each phase of life. In order to transmit Lyme Disease, a deer tick must be attached to their host for at least 24 hours. Luckily for us, rodents and deer are the preferred hosts for deer ticks. These ticks are usually found in the woods and in areas with overgrown vegetation.

Lone Star Tick

You can distinguish a lone star tick by its white dot or star in the center of it’s back. These ticks are the most active from April through the end of July. Lone star ticks are aggressive feeders and are often found on dogs and cats. This tick can transmit Rocky Mountain spotted fever and ehrlichiosis. Southern Tick-Associated Rash Illness (STARI), can occur after a lone star tick bites. Those symptoms include rash, headache, and fatigue, and are similar to the symptoms of Lyme Disease. Luckily, STARI can be cured with an oral antibiotic.

American Dog Tick

The American dog tick is a 3-host tick. They target small and large mammals. These ticks are normally found on dogs, but they will attack larger animals like cows and horses. These ticks are usually brown or a reddish-brown in color and they have gray/silver markings on their back. American dog ticks are the most active from mid-April to early September.

Reduce Ticks in Your Yard

While you may not be able to fully prevent a single tick from entering your yard, there are steps to make sure you don’t have an invasion of them.

Keep your yard tidy – it’s important to remove all leaf litter and keep your grass trimmed short. If you live near a wooded area, you can place gravel or woodchips between the edge or your grass and the wooded area to help create a barrier.

Keep deer away – making sure deer don’t come on your property is a great way to help keep ticks away. Remove plants that attract deer and create physical barriers that will discourage them from entering your yard.

Give A B Pest Control & Insulation a call – it’s important to have your home and yard regularly sprayed for ticks and other pesky bugs. This will be one of the most effective ways to protect your pet and home from ticks and the diseases they may be carrying.

Your Lake of the Ozarks Pest Control Company

While ticks may sound terrifying, there are ways to help prevent them from entering your home or yard. Not all ticks carry diseases, but during these next few months, A B Pest Control & Insulation knows that it’s important to keep your eye out for them. You should always check your dog when they come inside and you should never walk through the woods or tall grass without making sure you are covered and protected. For all of your pest control needs, give your pest control company at the Lake of the Ozarks a call today. 

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