CAPE GIRARDEAU, Mo. – The Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) is inviting you to Cape Girardeau Conservation Nature Center’s 20th anniversary and “retirement” celebration for the on-site 20-year-old conjoined black rat snake from 1 to 4 p.m. on …
KANSAS CITY, Mo. – Have you ever wanted to contribute to biodiversity science and conservation? Now’s your chance. The City Nature Challenge, returning for its 10th year, encourages community scientists of all levels to explore their local environment and …
KIRKWOOD, Mo. — The Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) invites photographers of all levels in the St. Louis area to explore nature with their cameras this month. MDC’s Powder Valley Conservation Nature Center is seeking entries for its 2025 Urban …
KIRKSVILLE, Mo. – The Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) invites birders of all ages and skill levels to join MDC staff at two separate birdwatching events in northeastern Missouri this spring. MDC staff will be present at each of these free events …
Body JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. – The Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC), the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS), the Missouri River Bird Observatory (MRBO), and the Missouri Conservation Heritage Foundation (MCHF) invite both new and experienced …
Body ASH GROVE, Mo. – Morels and some other types of mushrooms that are found in the outdoors can be a tasty addition to the dinner table. However, there are also mushrooms that should be avoided. People can get information on how to tell edible mushrooms …
Body MEADVILLE, Mo. – Prescribed burning can be a valuable tool for managing native plant diversity and controlling undesirable vegetation, but it can be dangerous and ineffective when not used properly. The Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) …
Body KANSAS CITY, Mo. – The Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) has partnered with Bass Pro Shops Outdoor Fund and the Missouri Conservation Heritage Foundation to provide 11 new firearms for a managed deer hunt at Burr Oak Woods Conservation Nature …
COLUMBIA, Mo. – Learn to hunt small game species at a free, virtual event with the Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) on May 1 from 5:30-6:30 p.m. Join MDC staff as they discuss the nuances of small game hunting. Participants will mostly learn …
St. LOUIS, Mo.— You can be part of a worldwide community science effort. The Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) is joining multiple conservation partners in the St. Louis area for the 2025 City Nature Challenge that kicks off Friday, April 25. St. …
Body RAYTOWN, Mo. – The Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) is partnering with the City of Raytown Parks and Recreation Department to encourage metro area families to get outside and discover nature. A free event, Get Outdoors Day, will be held from …
COLUMBIA, Mo. – Celebrate the return of spring with the Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) while learning about the native Missouri reptiles that will be coming out after their long winter rest. This free event will be held at the Boone County …
Body ST. JOSEPH, Mo. - The Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) is holding a tree giveaway for Arbor Day from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturday, April 26, at the Northwest Regional Office in St. Joseph. Each family or group may receive two tree seedlings …
Body JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. – Preliminary data from the Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) shows young turkey hunters in Missouri harvested 4,428 birds over the past youth weekend, April 12-13. Top harvest counties were Osage with 107 birds harvested, …
Body WASHBURN, Mo. – Timber improvement work underway at the Missouri Department of Conservation’s (MDC) Flag Spring Conservation Area (CA) in Barry County will cause a temporary closure of a portion of the unstaffed shooting range at this area. Beginning …
Body JOPLIN, Mo. – Many homeowners are discovering the benefits of landscaping with native plants. Plants that are naturally adapted to their surroundings tend to be less dependent on pesticides and watering hoses and, at the same time, friendlier to …
Body JOPLIN, Mo. – Rain gardens are environmentally friendly landscaping features that are gaining popularity with both residential and commercial property owners. People can learn more about rain gardens April 19 at the Missouri Department of Conservation …
Body COLUMBIA, Mo. – Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) staff at Eagle Bluffs Conservation Area (CA) in Boone County expect impacts to area usage in the coming months due to low water levels created by construction efforts on the area. Beginning …
Body KANSAS CITY, Mo. – Wildflowers and trees will be budding, blooming, and leafing out as spring advances. A week after hosting a native plant sale, the Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) is celebrating with a free Go Native event from 10 a.m. to …
Body KANSAS CITY, 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 ( …
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