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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 avoided. People can get information on how to tell edible mushrooms from mushrooms you should steer clear of at the Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) […]
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 29, at 6 p.m. for a free live Zoom webinar on Quality Deer Management (QDM). The webinar will begin with a presentation from an NDA […]
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 (MDC) virtual program “Amphibians and Reptiles: Turtles,” April 29. This free online program, which is being put on by the staff at MDC’s Springfield 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 experienced birders to join in a special series of free birding webinars in preparation for the first ever Missouri Birding Challenge (MBC) -- May 1-15! […]
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 caring for a firearm at the May 1 Missouri Department of Conservation’s (MDC) virtual program “Firearms Basic Care and Cleaning.” This free online program will […]
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 (MDC) free program “Shotgun – Learning to Shoot Trap, Intermediate Level.” This free program will be May 3 from 8:30-11 a.m. at MDC’s Andy Dalton […]
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 is a great way to avoid them. People can learn how to identify and steer clear of problem plants and animals on May 16 at […]
Paddle Sports: Introduction to Canoe and Kayak Virtual Program May 21
Whether you enjoy fishing area streams or you like to relax by spending a day paddling a local waterway, kayaks and canoes are great ways to connect with the outdoors. People can learn more about these popular watercrafts at the Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) May 21 virtual program “Paddle Sports: Introduction to Canoe and […]
Caves: Springtime in the Dark Virtual Program May 23
Caves are unique habitats that provide either permanent or temporary homes for a number of wildlife species. People can learn more about caves and the animals that live in them at the Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) virtual program “Caves: Springtime in the Dark” on May 23. This free online program, which will be from […]
Amphibians and Reptiles: Salamanders of Missouri Virtual Program May 29
Salamanders are a seldom-seen, but fascinating part of Missouri’s outdoors world. People can learn about these secretive amphibians at the Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) virtual program “Amphibians and Reptiles: Salamanders of Missouri" on May 29. This online program, which will be from 3-4 p.m., is being put on by the staff at MDC’s Springfield […]
Snakes Alive! Program May 29
Shoal Creek Conservation Education Center 201 Riviera Dr., Joplin, MO, United StatesMost snakes in Missouri are completely harmless and all of them play an important role in our delicate ecosystems. People wanting to learn more about these fascinating and often-misunderstood reptiles should sign up for Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) program “Snakes Alive!” on May 29 at MDC’s Shoal Creek Conservation Education Center in Joplin. This […]
Paddle Sports: Intro to Canoe and Kayak Skills June 4
Kellogg Lake 1215 Easterly Drive, Carthage, United StatesPaddling a canoe or a kayak is a great way to enjoy this area’s lakes and streams. People wanting to learn more about paddling canoes and kayaks should sign up for the June 4 Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) program “Paddle Sports: Intro to Canoe and Kayak Skills.” This free program, which is designed for […]
