Kansas City, Mo. – A 37-year Arbor Day tradition in Kansas City is a tree planted in Loose Park in honor of someone who has contributed greatly to urban forestry in the metro area. On April 13, the honoree was Wendy Sangster, a community conservation …
Body SPRINGFIELD, Mo. – Fresh-water mussels are a fascinating and beneficial part of Missouri’s outdoor world. People can learn more about these interesting organisms at the Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) virtual program “Missouri Mussels.” This …
Body KIRKWOOD, Mo.—There’s a new “sheriff” in town. The Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) now has a K-9 conservation agent in the St. Louis region, and the public is invited to meet her. Powder Valley Conservation Nature Center welcomes K-9 …
JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. – After several years of successful antlered-elk hunting seasons for Missouri residents, the Missouri Department to Conservation (MDC) is considering adding a limited antlerless-elk hunting season for residents and wants public input. …
Body EUREKA, Mo.— Modern sporting and AR style rifles have become very popular with firearm enthusiasts. Many people are starting to hunt with them as well. While capable tools in knowledgeable hands, these new rifles also present a few unique challenges …
Body LEBANON, Mo. – The Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) invites veterans to fish for free April 20 at Bennett Spring State Park’s Veterans’ Free Fishing Day event. At Veterans’ Free Fishing Day, which will be 7 a.m.to 3 p.m., fishing is free for …
Body ROLLA, Mo. – The Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) and Roubidoux Fly Fishers Association are hosting a free fly tying and fishing program focused on catching pond bluegill from 8 a.m. to noon on April 27 at Bray Conservation Area (CA). Advance …
Body SPRINGFIELD, Mo. – Love for the outdoors is universal, but many countries and cultures have their own unique ways of appreciating the natural resources around us. People can learn more about how the outdoors are enjoyed in other cultures at the …
Body EUREKA, Mo.—Don’t rely on an unpredictable ammo market, DIY your own. Getting started in reloading metallic rifle cartridges is not as intimidating as it might seem. And you’ll gain the satisfaction of learning a new skill. The Missouri Department …
TIPTON, Mo. – The Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) invites the public to a free fishing day in the park at Tipton City Park Lake April 27 from 5-7 p.m. MDC will provide all fishing poles, tackle, bait, and any needed instruction free of charge. …
JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. – The spring season brings blooms, sunny skies, warmer temperatures, and a variety of newborn animals. Young wildlife can pull on our heartstrings as they look to be abandoned, but that’s rarely the case. The Missouri Department of …
JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. – The Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) reports that it sampled and tested more than 37,000 deer for chronic wasting disease (CWD) during the 2023 CWD surveillance year between July 2023 and April 2024. Of the more than 37,000 …
SPRINGFIELD, Mo. – The many lights that brighten our night-time world may be impacting the life cycles of a number of wildlife species. People can learn more about how artificial lights at night are affecting wildlife at two Missouri Department of …
Kansas City, Mo. – Spring flowers are pretty, and many are also edible for people. Learn how to use them when the Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) offers a free Edible Blooms of Spring class from 1 to 3 p.m. on Tuesday, April 23, at the Burr Oak …
Body Clinton, Mo. – Crappie are fish catchable in all seasons, and more have been caught on crappie jigs than any other artificial lure. The Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) is offering Crappie Jig Tying classes from 9 to 11 a.m. and from noon to …
Body FREISTATT, Mo. – Blooming redbud trees and violets don’t only add beauty to the outdoors in spring. They can also provide flavor to your next meal. People can learn how to make tasty jellies from redbud flowers, wild violets, and dandelions at the …
Body JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. – The Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) announces changes to turkey hunting regulations for the fall seasons. The Missouri Conservation Commission gave final approval to the changes at its April 5 open meeting in Rolla. The …
JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. – Preliminary data from the Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) shows that young turkey hunters in Missouri harvested 3,721 birds over the past youth weekend, April 6 and 7. Top harvest counties were Gasconade with 92 birds …
Body CAMDENTON, Mo. -- The Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) added new cedar brush piles this winter around Wigwam School Access, located on the Osage Arm of Lake of the Ozarks near the 66 mile marker. This includes three new brush piles that …
Kansas City, Mo. – Keeping a firearm clean and the moving parts properly lubricated is important for successful hunting or target shooting. The Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) will offer a free virtual Firearms Basic Care and Cleaning class from …
