MDC Wild Webcast on Winter Wildlife Survival
Did you know that some Missouri frogs freeze nearly solid in winter and their hearts stop beating. Then they revive! Some owls start nesting in January and their eggs can […]
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Winter Bird Walk
Springfield Conservation Nature Center 4601 S. Nature Center Way, Springfield, United StatesThe week between Christmas and New Year’s is a great time to grab a pair of binoculars, head outside, and learn more about the variety of birds that can be […]
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Reptiles: Snakes of Missouri
Springfield Conservation Nature Center 4601 S. Nature Center Way, Springfield, United StatesSnakes 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 […]
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Kids’ Christmas Bird Count
Shoal Creek Conservation Education Center 201 Riviera Dr., Joplin, MO, United StatesObserving birds is a great way to connect young people with the outdoors. Young nature enthusiasts can learn about birds and help collect information on local bird populations Jan. 7 […]
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Fishing Skills: Introduction to Fly Tying and Fly Fishing
Roaring River State Park MO, United StatesFly fishing is a unique form of fishing that has its own set of equipment, lures, and strategies. People can learn more about this distinctive style of fishing at the […]
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Habitats: Biodiversity in Your Backyard Virtual Program
People don’t always have to travel to far-away forests and grasslands to find a variety of animal and plant species. There may be more life in the yard surrounding your […]
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Virtual Native Plants Winter Beauty Class
Native wildflowers and grasses can add beauty to winter gardens and benefit wildlife such as songbirds. The Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) will offer a free virtual Native Plants Winter […]
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Fish Skills: Fish Cleaning Equipment Virtual Program
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 […]
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Short-eared Owl Hike
Shawnee Trail Conservation Area MO, United StatesShort-eared owls don’t have short ears, but they have a number of characteristics that make them interesting members of Missouri’s bird world. People will have a chance to hear – […]
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Fish Skills: Cleaning Scaled Fish Virtual Program
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 […]
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