Body WEST PLAINS, Mo. – With numerous hunting seasons opening across Missouri, the Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) reminds hunters to always confirm their target before pulling the trigger. “Correctly identifying your target is not only a …
Body WASHINGTON, Mo.—Non-native invaders can wreak havoc on native woodlands, habitat for wildlife, and even impact the quality of foraging for cattle. If your woods are being invaded by undesirable plants, the Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) is …
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Body JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. – The Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) invites landowners to a prescribed burn workshop Nov. 7 from 9:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. at Lincoln University - Carver Farm. Prescribed burning can be a valuable tool for managing native …
St. LOUIS, Mo.—Prescribed burning can be a valuable tool for managing native plant diversity and controlling undesirable vegetation, but it can be dangerous and ineffective when not used properly. The Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) is offering …
Body COLUMBIA, Mo. -- The Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) invites beginner deer hunters to a mentored hunt at Charles Green Conservation Area in Boone County during the late antlerless portion firearms deer season, Dec. 6-7. This event is free …
Body ASH GROVE, Mo. – Muzzleloading rifles are becoming increasingly popular with hunters and recreational shooters. People interested in learning the basics of shooting and caring for modern in-line muzzleloading rifles can sign up for the Nov. 1 Missouri …
Body CAPE GIRARDEAU, Mo. – With temperatures taking a cooler seasonal swing, Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) Community Forester Jennifer Behnken says fall colors will continue to make their debut as October progresses. Behnken said the late …
Body ASH GROVE, Mo. – The atlatl is an ancient hunting tool that still fascinates people today. People can learn more about atlatls and get a chance to test their own accuracy with this ancient hunting device at a free Missouri Department of Conservation ( …
Body COLUMBIA, Mo. – The Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) invites children ages 5-12 to learn about Missouri’s fish on Nov. 6 in Boone County. Students will learn about fishy adaptations including gills, scales, and slime through interactive …
Body COLUMBIA, Mo. – The Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) informs waterfowl hunters that hunting opportunities at Eagle Bluffs Conservation Area in Boone County will be more limited this fall than in a typical year. This limited capacity for …
Body ROLLA, Mo. – The Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) and Rolla Parks & Recreation is hosting a free Introduction to Atlatl event for families and individuals from 1 to 5 p.m. on Nov. 1 at Green Acres Park. “Atlatls are a unique and primitive …
Body SALEM, Mo. – The Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) invites those wishing to get their hunter education certification to attend the course set for 5 to 9 p.m. on Oct. 27 at the Ozark Natural and Cultural Resource Center in Salem. Advance …
Body JOPLIN, Mo. – Bats have a reputation as being one of the frightful animals associated with Halloween. However, a bat’s voracious appetite for flying insects is one reason it’s good to have these unique flying mammals around. People can learn more …
Body JOPLIN, Mo. – People needing homemade adhesives that are useful for a variety of crafts might be able to find what they need on their next deer hunt or at the nearest pine tree. People interested in making hide glue and pitch glue can learn more at …
Body JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. – The Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) reminds the public the trails at Runge Conservation Nature Center will be closed Nov. 7-9 for the nature center’s annual managed deer hunt. These trail closures help to ensure the …
BLUE SPRINGS, Mo. – Mix fishing fun with Halloween festivities at the Missouri Department of Conservation’s (MDC) free Fish or Treat event from 10 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. on Saturday, Oct. 25, at the education pond at Burr Oak Woods Nature Center in Blue …
MARCELINE, Mo. – Conservation is a continuous, collective effort. Often, the first step is simply getting people to care. Marceline teenager Kenedi Newman, a long-time lover of bees, used her Girl Scout Gold Award project as an opportunity to do just that …
Body SEDALIA, Mo. -- The Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) invites the public to finish their hunter education certification from 5-9 p.m. on Thursday, Oct. 30 at the MDC Discovery Room on the Missouri State Fairgrounds. This in-person training …
JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. – The Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) and the Conservation Federation of Missouri (CFM) encourage deer hunters to share their harvests by donating venison to Missouri’s Share the Harvest (STH) program. The donated deer meat …
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