In his book, "Old Matt's View of It," J.K. Ross wrote about the death of the Old Shepherd from Mutton Hollow. He was gored to death by a bull. A Civil War tombstone marks the grave of Jam...
Grave of the Old Shepherd
Mt. Vernon's golf course features a nine-hole course, clubhouse, and golf cart rental and storage. There are a number of active leagues, including a senior men's league and Ladies' Golf Association.
Mt. Vernon, MO Recreation
When the Moore family first settled there, there were Indian camps all along the bottom land. This spring puts out up to 13 million gallons of water a day, and has been a popular family picnic site for over a hundred years. It is located just beyond Rebel's Bluff and Old Shepherd'
Mt. Vernon, MO ArchaeologyThis imposing structure on the north side of the square was built at a cost of $16,000 in 1874 (two years before Custer's Last Stand)
Mt. Vernon, MO Pioneer Lifelocated convieniently along the Hwy 71 just a few minutes from town, Quiet campground nightly, weekly, monthly rates. 16 Full...
Course Access: Semi-PrivateHoles: 18Reserve Advance Tee Times: 5 days...
Course Access: PrivateHoles: 18Reserve Advance Tee Times: 30 days...