Growing native plants from seed is a good way to pass on a plant’s hardiness and adaptive qualities to the next botanical generation. People can learn more about growing native plants from seeds at the Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) online program “Native Plants: Wild for Seeds.” This virtual program will be from 3:30-4:30 p.m. […]
Part of the fun of catching fish is eating what you’ve caught. However, before any fish fillets are put in a fryer or on a grill, anglers need to know how to properly clean what they’ve caught. People who would like to learn more about how to clean catfish and paddlefish should register for the […]
The Carthage School District is excited to announce the Grand Opening & Ribbon Cutting Ceremony for the brand-new McCune Brooks Regional Hospital Trust Baseball Stadium. This highly anticipated event will take place on Tuesday, March 11, 2025, at 1:00 PM at 1098 E. Airport Dr., Carthage, MO 64836. This state-of-the-art facility is a testament to […]
If you have heard about snagging for paddlefish and want to learn more about this unique form of fishing, circle March 13 on your calendar. People wanting to get information about snagging for paddlefish can learn more at the Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) virtual program “Learning to Fish: Paddlefish Snagging.” This online program, which […]
The term “native plants” covers a wide variety of flowering plants, trees, shrubs, and grasses and some have unique adaptations to survive and thrive on the landscape. People wanting to learn more about some of this region’s more unique native plant species should sign up for the Missouri Department of Conservation’s (MDC) free virtual program […]
With blooming spring flowers just around the corner, March is a perfect time to learn about Missouri’s wildflowers and the important roles they play for wildlife. People who want to learn more about native wildflowers while honing their artistic skills should sign up for the Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) program “Colors of Spring” on […]
Wednesday, March 19, 2025 Finding Your Ancestors at the Missouri Historical Society Library & Research Center (Program) 10:00 am to 11:00 am The Library Center, 4653 S. Campbell Ave., Springfield, MO and Zoom The Missouri Historical Society Library & Research Center in St. Louis holds a wealth of resources that tell the stories of our […]
Some of the earliest sounds of a Missouri spring are the trilling of native frogs. People wanting to learn more about the frogs making those sounds and also about other amphibians that become active in spring should sign up for Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) program “Amphibians of Missouri” on March 19 at MDC’s Shoal […]
The Missouri Department of Conservation’s (MDC) K-9 Program has proven to be a great tool for conservation-related law enforcement. People can meet Astro, a member of MDC’s K-9 Team, and learn how this yellow Labrador assists in conservation-related law enforcement work on March 20 at MDC’s Shoal Creek Conservation Education Center. The program, “K-9 Program: […]
You don’t have to be a biologist to plant a yard or flower garden that provides good habitat for insects and local wildlife. All you need are the right plants in the right places. People can learn more about what plantings can be made to establish good habitat in their yards for future years at […]
