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Outdoor Cooking: The Recipes Virtual Program!
There’s more to outdoor cooking than toasting hotdogs over a campfire and making s’mores. Learn about the variety of dishes that can be cooked over a campfire at the Missouri […]
MDC Science: Barn Owl Biology Virtual Program
SPRINGFIELD, Mo. – Thanks to research by MDC biologists and other experts, more information is being brought to light on the barn owl - a skilled, nocturnal predator. People can […]
George Washington Carver National Monument Art in the Park/Earth Day
George Washington Carver National Monument 5646 Carver Rd, Diamond, MO, United StatesDIAMOND, Mo. – You are invited to celebrate National Park Week, April 22nd-30th by attending Art in the Park/Earth Day at George Washington Carver National Monument on Saturday, April 22nd […]
Wildflowers: Wonderful Wildflower ID Virtual Program
Some of the first signs of spring in this region are wildflowers that bloom in forested areas. People can learn more about these early spring bloomers at the Missouri Department […]
Cultural Connections With Nature
Springfield Conservation Nature Center 4601 S. Nature Center Way, Springfield, United StatesLove for the outdoors is universal, but many countries and cultures have their own unique ways of appreciating the natural resources around us. People can learn more about how the […]
Discover Nature: Black Bear Hunting Basics Virtual Program
Interested in learning more about black bear hunting in Missouri or trying to decide whether to apply for a bear hunting permit? The Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) will offer […]
The Magic of Music and Images with John Nilsen
Springfield Conservation Nature Center 4601 S. Nature Center Way, Springfield, United StatesMusic is a beautiful and meaningful method to convey one’s love of the outdoors. People can join noted composer and musician John Nilsen in an evening that combines nature-inspired music […]
Buzz into Pollination virtual workshop for teachers
The Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) is offering free virtual Buzz into Pollination workshops to help teachers incorporate pollinators such as bees, butterflies, and birds into classroom instruction. The instruction […]
Nature Art: Nature Journaling
Shoal Creek Conservation Education Center 201 Riviera Dr., Joplin, MO, United StatesSetting aside life’s stresses for a while in order to make notes and sketches on the natural events occurring around you could increase your nature knowledge and your appreciation for […]
Hunting: Turkey Fan Mounting Virtual Program
Along with its gobble, another noticeable characteristic of a male turkey in spring is it’s eye-catching fan of tail feathers. Turkey hunters who want information on how they can transform […]
Mushroom Hunting 101 Virtual Class
If you want to learn how to find morels in spring, or perhaps your hunt this spring would have been more bountiful, considering taking the Missouri Department of Conservation’s (MDC) […]
Nature Friendship
Joplin Public Library 1901 E. 20th St., Joplin, MO, United StatesNature Friendship Thursday • July 6 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM Joplin Public Library Ages: 5 and older Come explore friendships in nature at the Joplin Public Library with Shoal […]
