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Naturescaping for Beginners, Tried and True April 19
Shoal Creek Conservation Education Center 201 Riviera Dr., Joplin, MO, United StatesMany 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, […]
Native Plant Rain and H2O Gardens April 19
Shoal Creek Conservation Education Center 201 Riviera Dr., Joplin, MO, United StatesRain 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 […]
Learning to Hunt: Mushrooms April 24
Andy Dalton Shooting Range and Outdoor Education Center 4897 N. Farm Road 61, Ash Grove, MO, United StatesMorels 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 […]
Quality Deer Management (QDM) webinar April 29
The Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) and the National Deer Association (NDA) invite landowners and others interested in managing deer on their properties to join them online on Tuesday, April […]
Amphibians and Reptiles: Turtles Virtual Program April 29
Turtles are a long-time and fascinating resident of Missouri’s outdoor world. People can get information about the species of turtles that reside in Missouri at the Missouri Department of Conservation […]
Birding Webinars April 3 & May 1
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 […]
Firearms Basic Care and Cleaning Virtual Program May 1
Whether you’re a hunter or a recreational shooter, learning how to keep your firearms in good working order is important. People can learn more about the basics of cleaning and […]
Shotgun – Learning to Shoot Trap, Intermediate Level May 3
Andy Dalton Shooting Range and Outdoor Education Center 4897 N. Farm Road 61, Ash Grove, MO, United StatesTrapshooting is a popular activity for sport shooters and also for hunters trying to improve their shotgun skills. People can get tips on trapshooting at the Missouri Department of Conservation’s […]
Backyard Laying Hen Workshop May 10
Barton County MU Extension Center 801 East 12th Street, Lamar, MO, United StatesPatrick Davis, MU Extension Livestock Field Specialist, states that backyard poultry production is increasingly being integrated into family lifestyles. This small-scale poultry production serves both as a food source for […]
Conservation Families: Outdoor Hazards Virtual Program May 16
Don’t let a fear of poison ivy, venomous snakes and other outdoor hazards keep you from enjoying the outdoors. Being able to identify plants and animals that can pose problems […]
DNA Painter: A Valuable Asset for DNA Analysis May 21
The Library Center 4653 S. Campbell Ave., Springfield, MO, United StatesWednesday, May 21, 2025 DNA Painter: A Valuable Asset for DNA Analysis (Program) 10:00 am to 11:00 am The Library Center, 4653 S. Campbell Ave., Springfield, MO and Zoom The […]
Multispecies grazing workshop May 22
Stockton United Methodist Church 708 East Highway 32, Stockton, MO, United StatesMultispecies grazing workshop May 22nd in Stockton; Preregister by May 15th "Grazing multiple species of livestock on your grazing operation can improve efficiency and profitability," says Patrick Davis, MU Extension Livestock […]