APRIL 2026

VP-60 REUNION NEWSLETTER


REUNION GUEST SPEAKER

Rear Admiral “Captain Jack” Mumaw has heartedly agreed to serve as our Guest Speaker! He was not only our Commanding Officer in the early 80s but one of the very few “sub-hunter” Reservists to attain the rank of Rear Admiral!!!! Rear Admiral Mumaw had a stellar career and is PROUD to call Patrol Squadron Sixty FAMILY!!!


ACTION ITEM – COMPLETE THE SURVEY

Thank you to those who completed the survey!!! We had 58 responses with 37 positive responses. Please take five minutes to complete the survey if you have not already done so:

https://www.vp60.com/test/branson-reunion-survey/

THANK YOU!!!

HOTEL RESERVATIONS

The Clarion Hotel at 2820 W 76 Blvd is excited to host our group. How to Reserve: Call: 417-251-5192. Be sure to mention: “Patrol Squadron Sixty Reunion Group” to receive the group rate. The room rate is $169 per night including taxes.


BBQ - GETTIN' BASTED: OZARKS STYLE BBQ – FRIDAY, 2-5 PM

2845 W 76 Blvd (Note: It is advisable to drive to the restaurant.)

Looking for the proven winner of Ozarks area BBQ? Experience the revolutionary multi-World-Championship winning, Live Coal barbecue that has proudly defined the Flavor of the Ozarks. Next-level BBQ? You be the judge! A private room has been reserved for our group. You will order from the menu and will receive a 10% discount. Check out the menu here:


Ozarks Style BBQ and Burgers | Gettin' Basted


MAIN EVENT - TOP OF THE ROCK GOLF CART ADVENTURE


Lost Canyon Cave® | Top of the Rock | Big Cedar Lodge

This is by far one of the best attractions in the Branson area.

Cost Per Person: $43.34 (includes free parking (normally $10), taxes and fees, AND access to the Ancient Ozarks Natural History Museum.

Date: October 9, 2026

Start Time: 0830

Registration details will be shared in the Reunion registration form at a later date.


GETTING AROUND BRANSON ON A TROLLEY!!!


Download - Map of Trolley Stops - RideSparky





BRANSON ATTRACTION RECOMMENDATIONS


  1. Branson Auto & Farm Museum

    1. Distance from hotel: 1.7 miles

    2. Tickets: $24.00

    3. Tour length: 30 to 90 minutes

    4. Branson Auto & Farm Museum - Branson, Missouri Classic Car Sales


  1. Titanic Museum

    1. Distance from hotel: 0.6 miles

    2. Tickets: $39.99 to $53.71

    3. Tour length: 2 hours

    4. Branson Titanic Museum Attraction: Experience the Legend


  1. Pink Jeep Tours

    1. Distance from hotel: 0.6 miles

    2. Tickets: (depends on tour) $95.00 to $175.00

    3. Tour length: 1.5 hours - 3 hours

    4. Branson Tours | Best Views of Table Rock Lake | On Sale Now


  1. White River Fish Hatchery

    1. Distance from hotel: 4.5 miles

    2. Tickets: Free

    3. White River National Fish Hatchery | U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service


  1. Branson Duck Boats

    1. Distance from hotel: 0.9 miles

    2. Tickets: $34.99 (65+) 39.99 Adults (14+), 24.99 Children (4-13)

    3. Tour length: 1.5 Hours

    4. Branson Duck Tour | Time To Set Sail | Book Your Seat Now!


  1. Branson Wild World

    1. Distance from hotel: 0.9 miles

    2. Tickets: $24.95-$53.71

    3. Tour length: 60 to 90 min

    4. Branson Animal Adventure Park and Aquarium - XD Motion Ride Theatre


  1. Aquarium at the Boardwalk

    1. Distance from hotel: 0.1 miles

    2. Tickets: $43.78

    3. Tour length: Self

    4. Branson Aquarium | Aquarium At The Boardwalk


  1. Hollywood Wax Museum

    1. Distance from hotel: 0.3 miles

    2. Tickets: $40.38

    3. Tour length: 2 hours

    4. Branson Attractions – Hollywood Wax Museum Entertainment Center


  1. Silver Dollar City (Amusement Park)

    1. Distance from hotel: 6.4 miles

    2. Tickets: Save on select days when you purchase online 24-hours in advance.1 day $85.00 (you must select a day, any day tickets are available for $95.00)

    3. Open 10:00 AM to 9:00 PM

    4. A harvest festival will be in process during the reunion.

    5. Silver Dollar City Parks & Resorts | Family Fun In Branson, MO


  1. Branson Scenic Railway

    1. Distance from hotel: 4.1 miles

    2. Tickets: Excursion tickets: Coach $36.00, Deluxe Coach $41.00. First Class (Age 21+) $71.00, First Class $66.00, Deluxe Class Dome $61.00, First Class Dome $81.00

    3. Dinner Tickets: Dinner Class $93.50, Dinner class Dome $123.50

    4. Tour Length: 1 hour 45 minutes, 2 hours for dinner train

    5. Home - Branson Scenic Railway


  1. Branson Veterans Memorial Museum

    1. Distance from Hotel:1.8 Miles

    2. Tickets: Adult 18+ $22.50, Veteran with ID and spouse $17.76

    3. Open 9 am to 6 pm

    4. Branson Veterans Memorial Museum - Branson, MO 65616


  1. Top Shopping Areas

        1. Branson Landing Boardwalk, (4.4 miles from the hotel)

        2. Grand Village Shoppes (next to the hotel)

        3. Tanger Outlet Mall (1.1 miles from the hotel)

        4. Historic Downtown Branson (3.3 miles from the hotel)