The eastern bluebird is more than the official state bird of Missouri – it’s one of the favorite birds of Missourians across the state. People who want to learn more about bluebirds and help provide nesting habitat for them should plan to attend the Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) program “Birds: Bluebird Basics Workshop” Feb. […]
Snagging for paddlefish and for nongame fish is a unique and challenging form of fishing. People wanting to learn more about snagging should sign up for the Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) virtual program “Fishing Skills: Virtual, Snagging Fish” on Feb. 22. This online program, which will be from 2:30-3 p.m., is being put on […]
Having a good planting plan can help gardeners develop a native plant garden that meets their goals. The Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) will offer a free virtual DIY Native Landscape Design class from 10 to 11 a.m. on Saturday, Feb. 25. This online course will help gardeners make choices about what species to plant […]
Whether you’re on a camping trip or simply enjoying your backyard, the sound of frying fish is a sure sign that a delicious meal is soon to be served. People can learn more about how to fry fish in the Missouri Department of Conservation’s (MDC) program “Outdoor Cooking: Virtual Fish Cooking – Frying Fish.” This […]
Some native plants that attract wildlife can also have appeal to human appetites. People interested in growing plants that are good for habitats and good for the dinner table can sign up for the Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) virtual program “Native Plants: Planting an Edible Native Garden.” This free online program will be March […]
Individuals participating in the blended format option of Missouri’s hunter education program will have an opportunity to take a skills session (which is mandatory for this option) on Saturday, March 11. On that day, a skills session will be taught from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. at MDC’s Shoal Creek Conservation Education Center in Joplin. People can […]
Filets sizzling in the skillet is a great end to any fishing trip, but frying isn’t the only way to prepare fish caught in the wild. People who would like to learn more about how to grill or bake the fish they’ve caught at area lakes and streams should register for the Missouri Department of […]
The Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) invites anyone interested in learning about invasive animal and plant species in Missouri to join its Wild Webcast on Invasive Plant and Animal Species online on Wednesday, March 22, from noon to 1 p.m. Register in advance for the MDC Wild Webcast on Invasive Plant and Animal Species online […]
JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. – 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 a free, live webinar via Zoom on wildlife cooperatives on Tuesday, March 28, at 6 p.m. MDC and NDA staff will explain wildlife cooperatives, what they […]
In addition to providing beauty to a spring Ozarks landscape, eastern redbud trees can also add flavor to the dinner table. People who want to learn more about how redbud trees can provide dining, as well as viewing, pleasures should register for the Missouri Department of Conservation’s (MDC) virtual program “Wild Edibles: Edible Redbud Blossoms.” […]
