Observing birds is a great way to connect young people with the outdoors. Young nature enthusiasts can learn about birds and help collect information on local bird populations Jan. 7 at the Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) program “Kids’ Christmas Bird Count.” This program will be from 9 a.m.-noon at MDC’s Shoal Creek Conservation Education […]
Join us as we celebrate the holidays with light refreshments and holiday activities for young and old alike. The Wildcat Glades Friends Group Nature store will be open during this time.
Getting ready for Thanksgiving doesn’t have to only be about preparing large meals and planning early Christmas shopping trips. It’s also a great time to get outdoors to enjoy nature and get some exercise. People can add some outdoors enjoyment to their Thanksgiving week on Nov. 19 and Nov. 22 at the Missouri Department of […]
Getting ready for Thanksgiving doesn’t have to only be about preparing large meals and planning early Christmas shopping trips. It’s also a great time to get outdoors to enjoy nature and get some exercise. People can add some outdoors enjoyment to their Thanksgiving week on Nov. 19 and Nov. 22 at the Missouri Department of […]
On Oct. 27, staff at the Missouri Department of Conservation’s (MDC) Shoal Creek Conservation Education Center are keeping the doors open a bit longer so people can learn about the outdoors while enjoying an autumn evening. On that date, families looking for outdoors-oriented evening entertainment should plan to be at MDC’s “Conservation Families: Happy Fall […]
Hiking provides opportunities to enjoy the outdoors and get exercise at any time of the year, but fall hikes are particularly enjoyable. If you’re hoping to enjoy seasonal temperatures and scenery, be sure to sign up for the Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) program “Habitats: Autumn Hike.” This free program will be from 10-11 a.m. […]
September is a great month to learn about monarch butterflies in Missouri because this is when these fascinating and beneficial insects are migrating through the Show-Me State on their way to their wintering grounds in central Mexico. People can learn more about monarch butterflies and how humans can help them through several programs being put […]
September is a great month to learn about monarch butterflies in Missouri because this is when these fascinating and beneficial insects are migrating through the Show-Me State on their way to their wintering grounds in central Mexico. People can learn more about monarch butterflies and how humans can help them through several programs being put […]
Pollinating insects and birds provide a number of benefits to humans. Consequently, having native plants that attract pollinators are important. People can learn more about the importance of pollinators and about beneficial plantings landowners can make to help these creatures at the Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) program, “Pollinator Workshop.” This free workshop will be […]
On July 21, people can enjoy an extended visit to the Missouri Department of Conservation’s (MDC) Shoal Creek Conservation Education Center in Joplin and, as usual, learn about the outdoors and have fun in the process. Information about nocturnal animals and nature-themed board games will be among the items people can enjoy at “Summer Night […]
