Missouri Department of Conservation Press Releases - EIN Presswire

Published on February 19, 2025 - 15:37 GMT

Join MDC webinar about Missouri birds and their habitats on March 6 in preparation for Missouri Birding Challenge

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 …

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Published on February 18, 2025 - 22:13 GMT

MDC offices in southwest Missouri closed for remainder of Tuesday

SPRINGFIELD, Mo. – The combination of falling snow, hazardous driving conditions, and unseasonably cold temperatures have forced the closure of all Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) offices in the southwest part of the state. This closure, which is …

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Published on February 14, 2025 - 21:04 GMT

Learn about owls March 8 at MDC's Shepherd of the Hills Conservation Education Center

Body BRANSON, Mo. – Owls are a fascinating and beneficial part of Missouri’s outdoors. People can learn more about owls that are found in Missouri March 8 at the “Birds: Owl Prowl” program at the Missouri Department of Conservation’s (MDC) Shepherd of the …

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Published on February 14, 2025 - 21:04 GMT

Gets tips on growing native plants from seeds at March 7 MDC virtual program

Body SPRINGFIELD, Mo. – Growing native plants from seed is a good way to pass on a plant’s hardiness and adaptive qualities to the next botanical generation. People can learn more about growing native plants from seeds at the Missouri Department of …

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Published on February 14, 2025 - 17:23 GMT

MDC’s Virtual Hunting Series Continues Feb. 27

COLUMBIA, Mo. – The Missouri Department of Conservation’s (MDC) Virtual Hunting Series continues Feb. 27 from 5:30-7:00 p.m. with a lesson on hunting blinds and tree stands. This free event is designed for all ages. Join MDC educators as they teach …

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Published on February 14, 2025 - 15:43 GMT

Learn about dragonflies at Feb. 21 MDC virtual program

Body WINONA, Mo. – Dragonflies are a fascinating and beneficial member of the insect world. People who want to learn more about dragonflies should sign up for the Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) virtual program “Insects: Dragonflies in Missouri.” …

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Published on February 14, 2025 - 15:43 GMT

Learn to use prescribed fire as a land management tool with MDC March 1 in Gravois Mills

Body GRAVOIS MILLS, Mo. – The Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) invites landowners to a prescribed burn workshop March 1 from 9:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. at the University of Missouri Land of the Osage Research Farm in Gravois Mills. Prescribed burning …

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Published on February 13, 2025 - 21:17 GMT

MDC to host free prescribed burn workshop for landowners March 1 in Warsaw

Body WARSAW, Mo. - The Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) invites landowners to a prescribed burn workshop from 9 a.m. - 2 p.m. on Saturday, March 1 at Lost Valley Fish Hatchery in Warsaw. Prescribed burning can be a valuable tool for managing …

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Published on February 13, 2025 - 16:24 GMT

First grade teachers are invited to learn about MDC’s Discover Nature Schools curriculum Feb. 27 in Hannibal

Body HANNIBAL, Mo. – First grade teachers are invited to learn about the Missouri Department of Conservation’s (MDC) Discover Nature Schools (DNS) program, First Grade: Exploring Missouri. This free curriculum is aligned to all Missouri Learning Science …

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Published on February 13, 2025 - 14:45 GMT

Learn primitive outdoor skills with MDC in Columbia Feb. 26

COLUMBIA, Mo. – Join the Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) and the Missouri Atlatl Association’s team of conservation and skills educators in an exciting journey through historic and primitive skills of survival. Educators will introduce …

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Published on February 11, 2025 - 21:23 GMT

MDC stocks winter trout lakes for February Catch-and-Keep season

St. LOUIS, Mo.—St. Louis area trout anglers will have much better shot at hooking a rainbow for the Catch-and-Keep portion of winter trout season, thanks to a recent stocking by the Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC). Significant flood damage …

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Published on February 11, 2025 - 19:45 GMT

MDC offers free maple sugaring and tree tapping workshop at Burr Oak Woods Nature Center on Feb. 22

Body BLUE SPRINGS, Mo. - Trees provide a sweetener in late winter, but only if a person knows how to turn tree sap into syrup. The Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) is offering a free program teaching maple sugaring and tree tapping on Saturday, …

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Published on February 11, 2025 - 19:45 GMT

MDC March 4 virtual program will focus on how to clean scaled fish

Body JOPLIN, Mo. – Putting fish on the dinner table is a great way to end a fishing trip. However, before any fish fillets are put in a fryer or on a grill, anglers need to know how to properly clean what they’ve caught. People who would like to learn more …

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Published on February 11, 2025 - 18:06 GMT

Learn about owls at Feb. 28 program at MDC's Springfield Nature Center

Body SPRINGFIELD, Mo. – Owls are infrequently seen because of their nocturnal lifestyles. But that doesn’t mean they’re not appreciated. Because they hunt mice, rats and other rodents that can be pests for humans; these fascinating creatures are a …

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Published on February 11, 2025 - 15:04 GMT

Explore how artificial light impacts nature at Powder Valley Nature Center Feb. 28

Body KIRKWOOD, Mo.—Everything in nature spends half of its existence under night. And while humans may be sleeping, much of the natural world is wide awake and active. Both plants and animals on Earth have evolved with the darkness of night. The …

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Published on February 7, 2025 - 21:49 GMT

MDC is working with Great River Habitat Alliance to protect and enhance waterfowl opportunities in St. Louis area

JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. – The Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) and the Great Rivers Habitat Alliance (GRHA) recently entered into a cooperative agreement to protect habitat and add public and educational opportunities on nearly 785 privately-owned …

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Published on February 7, 2025 - 17:11 GMT

MDC Feb. 25 program to focus on proper equipment for cleaning fish

Body JOPLIN, Mo. – Part of the fun of catching fish is eating what you’ve caught. However, before any fish fillets gets put in a fryer or on a grill, anglers need to know how to properly clean what they’ve caught. People who want to learn more about the …

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Published on February 7, 2025 - 17:11 GMT

MDC virtual program on Feb. 26 to focus on owls

Body JOPLIN, Mo. – Because of owls’ nocturnal lifestyles and their hunting of mice, rats and other rodents that can be pests for humans, these night-time birds are a fascinating and beneficial part of Missouri’s outdoors. People can learn more about owl …

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Published on February 6, 2025 - 21:26 GMT

MDC announces Backpacking Basics program Feb. 27 at Pacific’s Scenic Regional Library

Body PACIFIC, Mo.—There’s no better way to become one with nature than to hike in it. For those who enjoy the basics and revel in self-reliance, backpacking is an excellent way to experience an intimate encounter with nature. But for those just starting …

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Published on February 6, 2025 - 18:14 GMT

MDC reschedules Basic Firearms Safety class at Columbia Bottom CA for Feb. 23

Body SPANISH LAKE, Mo.— (This class has been rescheduled due to a broken water line at Columbia Bottom.) When 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 …

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