The Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) and the National Deer Association (NDA) invite landowners and others interested in managing deer on their properties to join them online on Tuesday, April 29, at 6 p.m. for a free live Zoom webinar on Quality Deer Management (QDM). The webinar will begin with a presentation from an NDA […]
Turtles are a long-time and fascinating resident of Missouri’s outdoor world. People can get information about the species of turtles that reside in Missouri at the Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) virtual program “Amphibians and Reptiles: Turtles,” April 29. This free online program, which is being put on by the staff at MDC’s Springfield Conservation […]
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! […]
Economic Security Corporation is proud to announce the one-year anniversary of our Community Action Ride System (CARS) program. Since its inception, the CARS program has grown from just 5 volunteer […]
Whether you’re a hunter or a recreational shooter, learning how to keep your firearms in good working order is important. People can learn more about the basics of cleaning and caring for a firearm at the May 1 Missouri Department of Conservation’s (MDC) virtual program “Firearms Basic Care and Cleaning.” This free online program will […]
Trapshooting is a popular activity for sport shooters and also for hunters trying to improve their shotgun skills. People can get tips on trapshooting at the Missouri Department of Conservation’s […]
Monday, May 5, 2025 There’s More to Immigration than Ellis Island (Program) 7:00 to 8:00 pm Schweitzer Brentwood Branch Library, 2214 S. Brentwood Blvd., Springfield, MO and Zoom Ellis Island […]
Patrick Davis, MU Extension Livestock Field Specialist, states that backyard poultry production is increasingly being integrated into family lifestyles. This small-scale poultry production serves both as a food source for […]
Don’t let a fear of poison ivy, venomous snakes and other outdoor hazards keep you from enjoying the outdoors. Being able to identify plants and animals that can pose problems is a great way to avoid them. People can learn how to identify and steer clear of problem plants and animals on May 16 at […]
Whether you enjoy fishing area streams or you like to relax by spending a day paddling a local waterway, kayaks and canoes are great ways to connect with the outdoors. People can learn more about these popular watercrafts at the Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) May 21 virtual program “Paddle Sports: Introduction to Canoe and […]
Wednesday, May 21, 2025 DNA Painter: A Valuable Asset for DNA Analysis (Program) 10:00 am to 11:00 am The Library Center, 4653 S. Campbell Ave., Springfield, MO and Zoom The […]
Multispecies grazing workshop May 22nd in Stockton; Preregister by May 15th "Grazing multiple species of livestock on your grazing operation can improve efficiency and profitability," says Patrick Davis, MU Extension Livestock Field Specialist. Diversifying the grazing livestock portfolio helps operations enhance forage utilization, increase efficiency, and potentially boost profit potential. However, planning and management are crucial […]
Caves are unique habitats that provide either permanent or temporary homes for a number of wildlife species. People can learn more about caves and the animals that live in them at the Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) virtual program “Caves: Springtime in the Dark” on May 23. This free online program, which will be from […]
Salamanders are a seldom-seen, but fascinating part of Missouri’s outdoors world. People can learn about these secretive amphibians at the Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) virtual program “Amphibians and Reptiles: Salamanders of Missouri" on May 29. This online program, which will be from 3-4 p.m., is being put on by the staff at MDC’s Springfield […]
Most snakes in Missouri are completely harmless and all of them play an important role in our delicate ecosystems. People wanting to learn more about these fascinating and often-misunderstood reptiles […]