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The Sod Collier Homestead is located near the Tyler Bend Visitor's Center at the Buffalo National River. It is 0.1 miles down the River View Trail. The old house is easily accessible and fun to explore. After you've passed the Collier homestead, turn right and follow the River View trail for 0.8 miles. You'll reach a very scenic overlook of the Buffalo River. It's not a difficult hike at all. I look forward to going back during the Fall colors.
History of the Collier Family: www.ozarkmountains.org/collier.htm
Sod roofs are typical of the Faroe Islands. Traditionally the roof is covered with sod on top of several layers of birch bark over gently sloping wooden roof boards. However, modern turf roofs often use a type of commercial roofing felt underneath the sod. Sod is also an effective insulator in a cold climate. Typically, a sod roof will last about 10 or more years before it has to be replaced. Some residents actually mow their roofs to keep them looking good.