Body St. LOUIS, Mo.—The hardest part of taking on something new can often be taking the first step. If that “something new” has anything to do with hunting, fishing, or shooting sports, the Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) wants to extend a …
Body JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. – Preliminary data from the Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) shows that young hunters ages 6 through 15 harvested 13,923 deer during Missouri’s early youth portion of the 2024 deer hunting season, Nov. 2 and 3. Top …
JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. – The Missouri Conservation Commission recently approved a contract with Radmacher Brothers Excavating Co., Inc. of Pleasant Hill for renovation work of Schell Lake in Schell City. The project is part of phase-two renovations of the …
Body JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. – The Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) has delayed trout stocking in McKay Park Lake in Jefferson City until later this week. Originally, the trout were to be stocked in the lake last week to provide winter trout fishing …
Body BOURBON, Mo.—Furbearer trapping has an ancient heritage that involves strategy and wit to overcome an animal’s acute instincts for survival. It’s also a practical way to help control mammal populations that could become too large or create nuisance …
Body JOPLIN, Mo. – Winter is the prime time to prune trees. That means now is a good time for homeowners and landowners to get helpful advice on tree work they will be doing in the months ahead. People can get information on tree pruning at a Missouri …
JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. – Preliminary data from the Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) shows that hunters checked 1,857 turkeys during the firearms portion of Missouri’s fall turkey season, Oct. 1-31. Top harvest counties were Gasconade with 51 birds …
Body COLUMBIA, Mo. – The Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) has delayed trout stocking in Cosmo-Bethel Lake in Columbia until next week. Originally, the trout were to be stocked in the lake this week to provide winter trout fishing opportunity. MDC …
Body JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. – The Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) reports Missouri hunters harvested 15 black bears during the state’s fourth bear hunting season, Oct. 21-30. More than 5,969 hunters applied during May for 400 permits for the season …
Body JOPLIN, Mo. – People can enjoy free Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) educational programs at various MDC sites across the state. People wanting to learn more about what programs are offered at MDC educational facilities in their part of the …
KANSAS CITY, Mo. – Two flood events and a hot, dry summer have impacted waterfowl hunting opportunities in many Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) wetlands in the Kansas City region this season. Waterfowl hunting seasons in the Middle Zone will be …
Body BRANSON, Mo. – MDC biologists say the finding of a fungus-like infection on some trout at Lake Taneycomo is a reminder about problems caused by handling fish too much. The light-colored cotton-like growths some anglers have reported finding on trout …
Body ASH GROVE, Mo. – Muzzleloading rifles are becoming increasingly popular with hunters and recreational shooters. People interested in learning the basics of shooting and caring for modern in-line muzzleloading rifles should sign up for the Nov. 9 …
Body JOPLIN, Mo. – A great autumn afternoon activity is to enjoy fall color and comfortable temperatures on a short hike that ends with s’mores around a campfire. If this sounds like an enjoyable way to spend an afternoon, be sure to sign up for the …
Body CAPE GIRARDEAU, Mo. – Spending time outdoors can be beneficial for both you and your favorite canine. The Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) is offering three free-to-attend hikes specifically designed to enhance that special bond. “As a dog …
CAPE GIRARDEAU, Mo. – Discover nature in November with Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) Cape Girardeau Conservation Nature Center’s free programs! Nature Center at Night: Art & Autumn | 5 – 7 p.m. on Nov. 1 at Cape Girardeau Conservation …
FRANKLIN COUNTY, Mo.—The Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) employs more than 200 agents throughout the Show-Me State who protect its fish, forest, and wildlife resources. Each one shows commitment to that mission, but every year MDC’s St. Louis …
Body BLAND, Mo. – The Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) invites landowners to a prescribed burn workshop Nov. 8, from 9:30 a.m. until 2 p.m.in Bland. Prescribed burning can be a valuable tool for managing native plant diversity and controlling …
CAPE GIRARDEAU, Mo. – The Missouri Department of Conservation’s (MDC) annual winter trout program begins Nov. 1 following the stocking of nearly 10,400 rainbow trout in five southeast Missouri waters – Perryville’s Legion Lake, Jackson’s Rotary Lake, …
St. LOUIS, Mo.—Autumn is unmistakably here, and for many hunters, that signals waterfowl seasons are upon us. The Missouri Department of Conservation’s (MDC) St. Louis Region contains both the Missouri and Mississippi River bottoms. These are North …
