Firearms used for hunting and target shooting need care and maintenance to work properly year after year. The Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) will offer a free virtual Firearms Basic Care and Cleaning class from 6 to 7:30 p.m. on Wednesday, Feb. 8. This class will cover cleaning techniques and safe storage of rifles and […]
Because of owls’ nocturnal lifestyles and their hunting of mice, rats and other rodents that can be pests for humans, these night-time birds are a fascinating and beneficial part of Missouri’s outdoors. People can learn more about owl species found in Missouri and have an opportunity to hear them at the Missouri Department of Conservation […]
Wednesday, February 15, 2023 Does that Even Make Sense? (Program) 10:00 am The Library Center, 4653 S. Campbell Ave., Springfield, MO, and Zoom for members Online trees: a genealogist's friend or foe? Learn tools for evaluating whether the information in online trees should be added to your own work. Daniel Lilienkamp will present via Zoom. […]
Catfish can provide a tasty meal. However, before any fish fillets get put in a fryer or on a grill, anglers need to know how to properly clean these popular sport fish. People who want to learn more about cleaning catfish should register for the Missouri Department of Conservation’s (MDC) virtual program “Fish Skills: Virtual […]
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. […]
2023 Youth Softball Sign-ups are scheduled for Monday, Feb. 20 and Monday, Feb. 27 from 6-8 p.m. at the Carthage Senior High Commons area. You only need to come one of the nights to register. 2023 Fees $45 per player T-Ball $35 per player $5 discount for sibling
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 […]
MU Extension is offering a program to educate farm women about using financial records more effectively to navigate difficult times. Annie’s Project Know Your Numbers, Know Your Options is a four-part, 12-hour program designed to deliver basic farm financial literacy to women. Eight of the 12 hours will be spent online together on zoom. Another […]
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 […]
2023 Youth Softball Sign-ups are scheduled for Monday, Feb. 20 and Monday, Feb. 27 from 6-8 p.m. at the Carthage Senior High Commons area. You only need to come one of the nights to register. 2023 Fees $45 per player T-Ball $35 per player $5 discount for sibling
