Body St. CHARLES, Mo.—The Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) wants everyone to discover the fun of fishing. To give people of all disabilities a chance to try angling, MDC will host a Fishing for People with Disabilities program Saturday, May 3 …
Body KIRKSVILLE, MO. – The Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) has partnered with the Missouri Invasive Plant Council, Forest ReLeaf of Missouri, and Forrest Keeling Nursery to host a Callery pear buyback program in Kirksville, Hannibal, and Moberly …
CAPE GIRARDEAU, Mo. – Discover nature in April with Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) Cape Girardeau Conservation Nature Center’s free programs. Nature Center at Night: Froggy Friday | 5 – 7:30 p.m. on April 4 at Cape Girardeau Conservation Nature …
Body COOK STATION, Mo.—Having a pond on your property can enhance its natural appeal and bring opportunities for fishing and wildlife watching. If you’re a landowner and have questions about building a new pond, or managing an existing pond on your …
COLUMBIA, Mo. – The Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) is partnering with the National Turkey Federation, Quail Forever, Missouri Soybean Association, and Midway Farms to host a landowner workshop about bobwhite quail and turkey habitat management. …
WINONA, Mo. – The Missouri Department of Conservation’s (MDC) Twin Pines Conservation Education Center (CEC) is celebrating Ozarks history – following a seasonal closure – with Heritage Day from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on April 5. Heritage Day is a free annual …
Body DEFIANCE, Mo.— Spring Turkey Season is one of the most anticipated hunting seasons in Missouri. It opens this year with Youth Turkey Season running April 12 – 13, then Spring Turkey Season following Apr 21 - May 11. The Show-Me-State is especially …
JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. – On Wednesday afternoon and evening, dry conditions and high winds sparked several wildfires in the southern part of the state on private land, conservation areas, and National Park Service and U.S. Forest Service lands. Even though …
BLUE SPRINGS, Mo. – Spring is here, and the toms are strutting — it's turkey season! For generations, Missourians have enjoyed chasing these elusive birds. The Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) offers a free Turkey Hunting 101 class from 5:30 …
ST. JOSEPH, Mo.– The Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) invites those wishing to get their hunter education certification to attend one of two Hunter Education skills courses offered in the northwest region in April. Registration is required. Course …
JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. – Dry conditions and high winds sparked hundreds of wildfires around Missouri last week, primarily on March 13 and 14 before severe thunderstorms and tornados swept into the state and quenched many of the blazes. According to the …
Body JOPLIN, Mo. – Part of the enjoyment of fishing is being able to provide a meal for the dinner table. People who want to learn more about how to turn the fish they’ve caught at area lakes and streams into tasty table fare should register for the …
JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. – The Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) Commission Headquarters main building in Jefferson City at 2901 W. Truman Blvd. will be closed today, March 18, due to a power outage related to renovation activities on the campus. The …
Body St. CHARLES, Mo.—The Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) is announcing its Discover Nature Girls Camp for 2025, which is scheduled for Monday and Tuesday, June 16 - 17, at the August A. Busch Memorial Conservation Area and Shooting Range and …
SPRINGFIELD, Mo. – On March 14, parts of southern and central Missouri experienced a damaging storm event that included high winds and hail. One of the residual signs of this weather event are downed limbs and tree damage around homes and on farms. If …
Body BLUE SPRINGS, Mo. - Native plants do well in home gardens because they’re adapted to local soils and weather patterns. They are also beneficial to songbirds and pollinator species such as butterflies and bees. The Missouri Department of Conservation ( …
Body WINONA, Mo. – Weaving white oak baskets is a craft dating to pioneer times that required nimble fingers and a knowledge of the trees around your log cabin. People wanting to learn more about this traditional craft and how it fit into forest management …
Body CAPE GIRARDEAU, Mo. — The Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC), Missouri Invasive Plant Task Force (MoIP), the Missouri Community Forestry Council, and Forest ReLeaf of Missouri have teamed up to offer you a free, new native tree for cutting down …
Body COLUMBIA, MO. – The Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) has partnered with the Missouri Invasive Plant Council, Forest ReLeaf of Missouri, and Forrest Keeling Nursery to host a Callery Pear Buyback Event in Columbia and Jefferson City on April …
Body JOPLIN, Mo. – The Missouri Department of Conservation’s (MDC) K-9 Program has proven to be a great tool for conservation-related law enforcement. People can meet Astro, a member of MDC’s K-9 Team, and learn how this yellow Labrador assists in …
