Snakes are among Missouri’s most misunderstood animals. That’s unfortunate because underneath a snake’s frightful reputation is an animal that performs valuable pest-control services for humans and, with the exception of a few venomous species, is relatively harmless. People can learn more about snakes on July 12 at the Missouri Department of Conservation’s (MDC) free program […]
In order for butterflies and moths to be able to provide pollinating benefits, they must first go through the caterpillar stage of their development. People can learn more about this important stage of development for butterflies and moths at the July 15 program “Partnership in the Parks: Caterpillars.” This program, which will be from 1-2 […]
Are you wishing for a bit more color in your mid-summer gardens? If so, consider adding native wildflowers and grasses as ornamentals. The Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) will offer a free virtual Native Plants at Noon program from noon to 1 p.m. on Thursday, July 21. This program will be a virtual tour of […]
On July 21, people can enjoy an extended visit to the Missouri Department of Conservation’s (MDC) Shoal Creek Conservation Education Center in Joplin and, as usual, learn about the outdoors and have fun in the process. Information about nocturnal animals and nature-themed board games will be among the items people can enjoy at “Summer Night […]
Hawks, eagles, falcons, and other bird of prey have a number of unique traits that make them skilled hunters. People can learn more about birds of prey that reside in Missouri for all or part of the year at two Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) programs on July 22 at MDC’s Springfield Conservation Nature Center. […]
Hawks, eagles, falcons, and other bird of prey have a number of unique traits that make them skilled hunters. People can learn more about birds of prey that reside in Missouri for all or part of the year at two Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) programs on July 22 at MDC’s Springfield Conservation Nature Center. […]
