Events

Everyone loves a good story, and we have plenty of them here at the nature center! Cozy up with your little one as Susan, the nature librarian, shares wild tales of wonder and fun.

Join us at Powder Valley for a morning nature story and fun craft! We will be reading The Mitten, by Jan Brett, followed by a fun craft. We hope to see you there!

No registration required (all ages) Flute Journey is a multimedia concert that combines solo flute music with stories and footage of Katie's outdoor adventures. Through each piece of music and personal narrative, the audience is invited to experience Katie's time in nature and draw inspiration for their own journey in the outdoors. Katie is an active performing flutist in solo, chamber and orchestral settings. She is classically trained and perpetually inspired by the natural beauty found in her outdoor adventures. Katie also enjoys teaching a small studio of students, writing about her adventures and laughing with her husband, daughter and rescue pit-bull puppy, Andy. Please plan to be seated for the performance at least 5-minutes prior to the performance starting. To learn more about this concert visit https://www.flutejourney.com/blog/what-is-a-flute-journey-concert-im-so-glad-you-asked. If accommodations are needed, please e-mail the instructor at least one week prior to the program.

Missouri Disabled Sportsmen in partnership with DuckHorn Outdoors & Lodge will be hosting two (2) mobility impaired hunters for a day of waterfowl hunting.

The selected registrants will be responsible for their own licenses, federal stamp, and transportation to DuckHorn Lodge. MDS will provide experienced mentors and trackchairs to get the hunters to a wheelchair accessible hunting blind.

The chosen mobility impaired hunters will be notified approximately two-weeks prior to the hunt.

This mobility impaired rabbit hunt is for six individuals between the ages of 14 - 90 years old. MDC will provide each of the six selected registered participants an all-terrain track chair, shotgun and ammo, eye & ear protection to use, and MDC staff to serve as personal mentor during the hunt. Guest will enjoy watching and hearing beagles search the fields for rabbits along with enjoying our Missouri outdoors! The six selected guest will be notified by November 26 of their selection for the hunt along with the name of their mentor; small game permit is required. The hunt will occur in Texas County at Lamberson Memorial Conservation Area on Wednesday, December 4, 2024 (9am - 1pm).

Please contact MDC Conservation Educator Dwight Warnke if you have additional questions: Dwight.Warnke@mdc.mo.gov

Join us online to discover just how outstanding the Ozarks are with a traditional slide show. Then, test your new knowledge with a fun, online trivia game played individually on your smartphone, tablet or laptop. No account or login is necessary to join this Blooket game.

Leave your phone at home and take this chance to relax and reconnect with nature. Time in nature is healing, an opportunity to slow down and focus.

Class may take place outdoors if weather permits. Otherwise, we'll practice indoors with suggestions to further your nature time after class. This program is beginner-friendly and mats are provided; however, you are welcome to bring your own mat and other props. Please wear comfortable clothing and we encourage you to bring your own water bottle.

Participants under 18 need to be accompanied by a participating adult. Please register both people. Only those registered may attend program.

Enjoy the hidden beauty of Tywappity Lake Conservation Area as never before. As gray trees cast slight shadows across the trail, winter beauty abounds. The restful stillness helps to set a stage for a peaceful winter walk. Watch winter breezes create ripples across the blue-gray lake and listen for winter birds calling and foraging for seeds all around. After the hike, enjoy hot cocoa and coffee to bring back some much-needed warmth.

This 2.1-mile hike is easy to moderate with slightly rugged terrain and slopes of more than 15%. This hike is weather and trail dependent.

*Lesson 1 is not required to attend lesson 2*

Welcome to the first ever “All About Trout,” program put on in the St. Louis region. This is a Traditional fishing class, meaning we will be using traditional “Ultra-Light,” fishing gear and lures to fish for Rainbow Trout. If you are wanting to try Fly-Fishing, we have plenty of fly-fishing classes throughout the fall and winter months!

In Lesson one we will be introducing you to trout as a species, going over the history of trout in Missouri, the gear/techniques we use to catch them, the identification/use of trout bait, handling the trout, and hands on fishing.

In lesson two we go over Trout habitat, life cycle, wildlife regulations and their importance, the difference in ribboned trout streams/special use areas, fish handling overview, lure identification/use, and hands on fishing.

This is a fishing event in the cold fall/winter months! Be sure to come prepared with water, snacks, and very warm clothing (Winter jackets, pants, hats, etc.) Closed-toed shoes are required. Gloves are optional but highly recommended!

Registration required by visiting www.deeproots.org/seasonal-webinars (adults) Join private land conservationists from the Missouri Department of Conservation as they tell the story of managing non-native invasive winter creeper (Euonymous fortuneii) in Missouri landscapes. Learn how to identify and use best management practices in this educational episode. This program is in partnership with Deep Roots KC.