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 […]
Part of the enjoyment of fishing is being able to provide a meal for the dinner table. People who want to learn more about how to turn the fish they’ve caught at area lakes and streams into tasty table fare should register for the Missouri Department of Conservation’s (MDC) virtual program “Pond to Plate: Fish […]
Weaving white oak baskets is a craft dating to pioneer times that required nimble fingers and a knowledge of the trees around your log cabin. People wanting to learn more about this traditional craft and how it fit into forest management should register for the Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) virtual program “Trees: Ozark White […]
People are fascinated by hummingbirds and the way they dart and hover around feeders and some native flowering plants is truly remarkable. People can learn about hummingbirds at the Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) virtual program “Birds: Hummingbirds of Missouri” on March 28. This free online program will be from 1-2 p.m. and is being […]
The highly anticipated Carthage Chamber Biz Expo is back, bringing a full day of networking, prizes, and opportunities to connect with local businesses. Mark your calendars for March 29 and join us at Carthage Memorial Hall for this must-attend community event! From home improvement and banking to healthcare and more, dozens of local businesseswill be […]
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! […]
