Part of the fun of catching fish is eating what you’ve caught. However, before any fish fillets get 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 the equipment needed to clean fish should register for the […]

Spring turkey season is just around the corner. That means now is a great time to get information about this popular outdoor pastime. People wanting to learn more about spring turkey hunting and, specifically, about hunting locations in Missouri at this time of year should sign up for the Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) virtual […]

Threatened” or “endangered” are terms many people associate with wildlife species, but some plant species fall into these categories, too. Though they may not be as abundant as other plant species, rare plants play vital roles in habitats. People wanting to learn more about Missouri’s rare plant species should sign up for the Missouri Department […]

Spring warmth stimulates natural life, including fungi such as morels and other edible mushrooms. The Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) is offering a free virtual Mushroom Hunting 101 class from 1 to 2 p.m. on Saturday, March 16. This online course will cover how mushrooms are produced and their role in ecology. Nikki King, MDC […]