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 […]
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 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! […]
Trapping fur-bearers and selling the pelts is an activity that has a long history in Missouri and is still enjoyed by some outdoor enthusiasts today. People interested in trapping who want tips on preparing a pelt for selling should plan to attend “Trapping: Fur Handling,” a free program April 5 at the Missouri Department of […]
Monday, April 7, 2025 Untangling Family Folklore—from Orphan Train Rider to Truth through DNA and Documentary Records (Program) 7:00 to 8:00 pm Schweitzer Brentwood Branch Library, 2214 S. Brentwood Blvd., Springfield, MO and Zoom The origins of OGS member Barbara White’s grandmother were steeped with mystery. She was alleged to be an orphan train rider […]
Wednesday, April 16, 2025 Ancestry DNA: Evaluating, Managing, and Analyzing DNA Matches (Program) 10:00 am to 11:00 am Boulevard Baptist Church, 1030 S. Eastgate, Springfield, MO and Zoom Taught by Patti Hobbs, Certified Genealogist and Certified Genetic Genealogist, this program will showcase the largest DNA testing company for genealogists. Learn to evaluate your matches and […]
