February 2013

2013 hunting, trapping, fishing regulation booklets available from MDC

Statewide

Posted by Joe Jerek on Feb 20, 2013

Get copies where permits are sold, at MDC offices, and online.

MDC and MU Extension host land management workshop for landowners

News from the St. Louis region

Posted by Dan Zarlenga on Feb 15, 2013

Get help with managing land for wildlife habitat, aquatic resources, plant management and invasive species control.

February 2013 Conservation Action

Statewide

Posted by Jim Low on Feb 14, 2013

Here is a summary of actions of general interest at the Missouri Conservation Commission's February meeting

Black River produces record fish

Brian Taylor holds his record gizzard shad

Statewide

Posted by Jim Low on Feb 14, 2013

The Missouri Department of Conservation has two ways to recognize anglers who catch big fish.

UPDATE: More than 1,600 students now competing at state archery tournament, Friday times added

Statewide

Posted by Joe Jerek on Feb 13, 2013

Record participation tops 1,600. Friday events added. Public and media invited on March 22-23 at UCM in Warrensburg.

Take a Vulture Venture at Shepherd of the Hills Hatchery

News from the Ozark and Southwest regions

Posted by Francis Skalicky on Feb 11, 2013

Discover nature at 17th annual Vulture Venture noon to 5 p.m. on Saturday.

MDC to host bowhunter ed class in Moberly

News from the Central region

Posted by Joanie Straub on Feb 11, 2013

MDC and other conservation partners bring nature home to Boys Hope Girls Hope

Boys Hope Girls Hope Conservation Project

News from the St. Louis region

Posted by Dan Zarlenga on Feb 11, 2013

Native tree and plant landscape at BHGH headquarters creates important urban wildlife habitat and reduces landscape maintenance costs.

MDC offers Basic Reloading: Metallic Cartridges class in Columbia

News from the Central region

Posted by Joanie Straub on Feb 8, 2013

Whether you want to enjoy more time on the shooting range or develop a special load for your next hunt, this class will teach you the basics of reloading safety and techniques.

MDC offers prescribed fire workshop in Boone County

News from the Central region

Posted by Joanie Straub on Feb 7, 2013

Learn how to use prescribed fire to boost wildlife habitat and reduce less desirable plant species on March 9 at Bradford Research Center in Columbia.