Archery

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Archery is the skill of using a bow to propel arrows. It can be used in hunting, but is also a competitive sport and recreational activity. Nearly everyone — regardless of age, size, or physical ability — can succeed at archery.

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Duck Creek Conservation Area is located nine miles north of Puxico on Highway 51 in Stoddard, B

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Date: Sunday, November 9, 2025 2:00 pm - Sunday, November 9, 2025 5:00 pm
Location: Big Creek Conservation Area

Join us for our annual Mother-Son Nature day where boys of all ages through 6th grade along with their mother or female role model are welcome!

A donation of $5 per couple, $2 for each additional child, is being taken by the YMCA to help support their food program for area children in need.

Activities will include archery, face painting, games and crafts, refreshments, a bouquet bar, 3 legged race and photo booth.

This event is hosted by the Adair Co. Family YMCA and Missouri Department of Conservation, sponsored by the Heartland Task Force with in-kind support from The Blossom Shop and Preferred Family Healthcare.
Date: Saturday, November 15, 2025 1:00 pm - Saturday, November 15, 2025 3:30 pm
Location: Runge Conservation Nature Center

Drop by Runge Nature Center anytime between 1 and 3:30 p.m. to experience two unique outdoor skills: archery and tomahawks! Wear closed-toe shoes and dress for the weather. You may want to bring a camp chair as there is no seating at our range. No registration required. Ages 7+

Note: Runge's outdoor range may not be accessible to participants who use a wheelchair or crutches. Please check for availability of an all-terrain wheelchair by contacting the program instructor at least two weeks in advance of the program date.

Registration period: November 1 - November 24
Date: Monday, November 24, 2025 1:00 pm - Monday, November 24, 2025 3:00 pm
Location: Runge Conservation Nature Center
Learn the basics of safely loading and shooting a crossbow. We will meet at the Runge outdoor pavilion before heading to the outdoor range. Dress for the weather in closed-toe shoes. All equipment is provided. Participants should be prepared to stand or bring a camp chair. Registration required. Ages 10+
Registration period: July 1 - January 9
Date: Sunday, January 11, 2026 4:00 pm - Sunday, January 11, 2026 5:30 pm
Location: Online only

As much as some of us would like, bow season doesn’t last all year. Join us as we discus some tips and tricks that will help you winterize your bow and have it ready for next season.