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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 […]

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 […]

All snakes can swim, but those that belong to the genus Nerodia are commonly referred to as “watersnakes” because water is a key part of their habitat. People can learn more about the species of watersnakes found in Missouri at the Missouri Department of Conservation’s (MDC) virtual program “Amphibians and Reptiles: Watersnakes of Missouri” on […]

Missouri’s black bear population is growing, which means it’s becoming increasingly important that Show-Me State residents know how to avoid conflicts with these large mammals. People can learn more about Missouri’s bear population and how to prevent conflicts with bears on July 25 at the Missouri Department of Conservation’s (MDC) “Black Bears of Missouri” virtual […]

Missouri’s archery season for deer and turkey opens Sept. 15. That means if you’re new to archery hunting and want to try it this fall, now is the time to start shopping for equipment. People who are new to archery hunting and have questions about the equipment they’ll need for a successful outing should sign […]

You don’t have to be an expert to plant a yard or flower garden that provides good habitat for insects and local wildlife. All you need is a little help to determine the right plants in the right places. With many native plant species, you don’t have to wait for spring to begin planting, either. […]

Growing native plants from seed is a good way to pass on a plant’s hardiness and adaptive qualities to the next botanical generation. Fall and winter are often the best times to sow seeds of native plants. People can learn more about sowing native plant seeds at the Missouri Department of Conservation’s (MDC) online program […]

Hummingbird migration is in full swing, which means now is a great time to learn about these small and fascinating creatures. People can learn about hummingbirds at the Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) virtual program “Birds: Hummingbirds of Missouri” on Sept. 25. This free online program will be from 1-2 p.m. and is open to […]

Enjoy hunting deer or watching them? Want to know more about deer management and the Missouri Department of Conservation’s (MDC) efforts to keep deer in Missouri healthy? MDC invites deer hunters, landowners and managers, wildlife watchers, and others interested in Missouri’s white-tailed deer to an MDC Wild Webcast on Deer Management on Monday, Sept. 29, […]

People needing homemade adhesives that are useful for a variety of crafts might be able to find what they need on their next deer hunt or at the nearest pine tree. People interested in making hide glue and pitch glue can learn more at the Oct. 27 Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) virtual program “Bushcraft […]

Bats have a reputation as being one of the frightful animals associated with Halloween. However, a bat’s voracious appetite for flying insects is one reason it’s good to have these unique flying mammals around. People can learn more about bats and the benefits they provide to humans at the Missouri Department of Conservation’s (MDC) virtual […]

Nothing quite beats seeing fireflies twinkling in your yard as well as hearing the buzzing of bees as they hover from flower to flower. You can learn more about helping pollinators and yard ecosystems flourish during Missouri Department of Conservation’s (MDC) virtual program “Less Lawn, More Life: The Pollinator Plot Twist” Nov. 3 from 5-6 […]