Body JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. -- Runge’s annual Eagle Adventure event will be different this year. Because of ongoing renovation on the Runge Nature Center building and limited parking due to construction equipment, there will be no live eagles at the event or …
Body CAPE GIRARDEAU, Mo. – The Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) has named Andrew Mothershead, MDC Conservation Agent, as Protection Lieutenant within the Southeast Region. Mothershead – promoted from the rank of Corporal to Lieutenant – will …
Body WINONA, Mo. – See just how majestic a bald and golden eagle are up-close with the Missouri Department of Conservation’s (MDC) free Eagle Days event at 6 p.m. on Jan. 23 at Twin Pines Conservation Education Center (CEC) in Winona. Advance registration …
Body KIRKSVILLE, Mo. – The Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) invites landowners to a prescribed burn workshop Feb. 1, from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. at the Knox County Community Center in Edina. Prescribed burning can be a valuable tool for managing …
Body JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. – Are you interested in conservation and the outdoors? Do you have a passion for teaching others about Missouri’s natural resources? If so, visit Runge Conservation Nature Center Jan. 16 from 5:30-7:30 p.m. to learn about how to …
Body SPRINGFIELD, Mo. – In winter, Missouri is an excellent state to view bald eagles. During this time of year, the state’s small resident eagle population is swelled by migrating birds from the north to increase the numbers to more than well over 2,000 …
Body ASH GROVE, Mo. – After you’ve completed a season of archery hunting, knowing how to store your bow is important so it can be an effective hunting tool for next season and many after that. People who are interested in learning more about how to store …
SPRINGFIELD, Mo. – Feeding birds in your backyard in winter is a great way to learn about the variety of bird species that can be found in this region. People can learn more about bird species that can be attracted to backyards at the Missouri Department …
Body KIRKWOOD, Mo.— They’re known as the “Fish of 10,000 casts”. Muskellunge are one of the most challenging fish out there. They’re wary of bait and put up a powerful fight. This all makes muskies especially exciting and rewarding for anglers who take …
Body JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. – Preliminary data from the Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) shows deer hunters in Missouri harvested 10,071 deer during the alternative methods portion of firearms deer season, Dec. 28 – Jan. 7. Of the 10,071 deer …
Body SAINT JAMES, Mo. – The Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) invites anglers aged 15 and older to learn the art of fly-tying from 12:30 to 4 p.m. on Jan. 18 at Maramec Spring Hatchery in Saint James. “Fly-tying is a great way to customize a …
CAPE GIRARDEAU, Mo. – The Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) recommends learning how to identify and remove known invasive species where possible this winter. Invasive species are non-native and aggressive. They crowd out native species and are …
Body SPANISH LAKE, Mo.—Many people receive firearms as Christmas presents. But like taking up any other new pursuit, whether a sport or musical instrument, it’s necessary to learn how to use and care for the tools of your hobby to get the most out of them …
BLUE SPRINGS, Mo. – Kestrels are the only falcons in North America that nest in cavities. These small but lovely falcons are found in rural and urban settings, but their numbers are declining in some areas due to a variety of ecological changes. Learn …
Body St. LOUIS, Mo.— How many species of woodpeckers call Missouri home? How can you tell them apart? What makes them so interesting? What’s the secret behind their unusual behavior? How do they survive during winter? The Missouri Department of …
Body SALEM, Mo. – When used in controlled, supervised conditions, fire can be a beneficial land management tool. However, it’s important to stress that prescribed fire involves planning and on-site management. People can learn more about how fire can be …
Body St. LOUIS, Mo.—The Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) is closing its St. Louis Regional Office located on the August A. Busch Memorial Conservation Area in St. Charles Monday, Jan. 6, because of hazardous road conditions. The remainder of the …
ST. JOSEPH, Mo.— Two Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) public offices in the Northwest region are closed on Monday, Jan. 6 due to hazardous road conditions after a winter storm this weekend. This includes the following facilities: The MDC Northwest …
Body SPRINGFIELD, Mo. – Icy road conditions have caused a temporary closure to the waterfowl hunting opportunity at Fellows Lake that is managed by the Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC). City Utilities of Springfield (CU), which manages Fellows …
