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Sep 29, 2022
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Watch the 10,000th hellbender released in Missouri waters. Discover this fascinating large salamander and the successful partnership working together raising and releasing hellbenders, giving them much needed time to recover in this Discover Nature Note.
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Sep 16, 2022
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Try fishing this fall. The weather is nice, fish are on the move and feeding, and there’s many places nearby to relax and drop a line. Discover tips and places to go in this Discover Nature Note.
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Aug 25, 2022
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Meet Missouri's largest snake. Large and loud in defensive mode, this reptile comes with benefits. Discover the Bullsnake in this Discover Nature Note.
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Aug 19, 2022
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Food always seems to taste better when prepared outdoors. As summer fades and Labor Day approaches, try some campfire recipes from MDC's Outdoor Chefs including Sweet and Sour Chicken and Orange Muffins.
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Jul 25, 2022
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Discover outdoor adventure at Riverlands. This unique area minutes from St. Louis offers floating, hiking trails through forest, prairie and wetland habitats, and some of the best birdwatching in the country. Tour before you go in this Discover Nature Note.
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Jul 15, 2022
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Blooming Sunflowers and other natural landscapes inspire dynamic photo opportunities. Learn tips to make the most of your nature photos in this Discover Nature Note.
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Jun 30, 2022
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COOL OFF On the Water this summer. Discover places to go and get inspired in this Discover Nature Note.
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Jun 09, 2022
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A third eyelid, toes that point in opposite directions, and a jackhammer-like beak help woodpeckers feed and build their tree homes. Discover woodpecker superpowers and how you can help them in this Discover Nature Note.
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May 27, 2022
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Experience all things camping including family adventure, campfire recipes, and expert tips in this Discover Nature Note.
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May 18, 2022
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As more people headed outdoors during the pandemic, fishing experienced a boom. Discover the many benefits of fishing and how to get stared in this Discover Nature Note.