Virtual Events

This virtual program is designed to help the first-time canoe and kayaker understand the basics of one of the most popular watersports in Missouri today. We will discuss the basic equipment, strokes, and knowledge needed to float Missouri’s rivers, lakes, and streams safely. Your full name is required at registration along with a viable email address as we will be sending you the link to log into the class. Class will be available ten minutes prior to start time for log-in. Feel free to email me if you have any questions!

Now that you harvested a gobbler, what can you do with all those feathers? Join us during this virtual workshop as we showcase different ways you can use Turkey feathers. Hang on to those wings for wreaths, pluck the body feathers for jewelry, and keep that tail for a trophy!

After the harvest, cut off the wings (bone in) and tail, drop them in the freezer. Pluck body feathers, shove in a Ziploc bag and drop in freezer.

We will discuss how to prep feathers for crafting, after freezing.

Join us to learn how to use trapping as a nuisance wildlife control technique and find enjoyment in being in nature at the same time. The link to join this class will be sent the morning of the class. Be sure to check your Spam or Junk box for the email. If an email is not received, please send an email to the instructor to let them know.

Native Missouri plants create beauty and provide food and cover for native butterflies, birds, and other wild animals. Gain basic native garden design concepts and learn where to find additional information and sample designs for your yard in this virtual presentation. The presenter will send a link via e-mail the day before and the day of the program. Registration required. All ages

Explore the hidden world beneath our feet as we learn about caves. Learn about how caves are made, bat emergence in the spring, and other unique animals thriving in these mysterious underground environments. This program is virtual, a link will be emailed to the account associated with your registration. This program will not be recorded. All ages. Registration required.

If you have ever wondered what exactly a gross score, net score, or a G3 means when it comes to deer antlers then join us for this virtual presentation on deer scoring. We will have a certified Boone & Crockett scorer present to you the basics of how deer are scored under this long established system. We will walk you through all of the measurements that are taken to determine your score and how you can calcuate it out to measure your own trophies.

This is a virtual presentation and an email will be sent out the morning of to invite those signed up to the virtual meeting. Make sure to check junk or spam folders if you have trouble finding the link.

NOTE: This is NOT a training to become a certified scorer. To be entered into record books, all antlers/horns/skulls must be scored by an Official Measurer of the organization that you wish to enter into.

Missouri is home to 19 species of salamanders. These slimy, secretive animals live fascinating lives in caves, leaf litter, and streams across the Ozarks. Join us as we learn more about these amazing amphibians. This program is virtual, a link will be emailed to the account associated with your registration. This program will not be recorded. All ages. Registration required.

With its upturned snout and dramatic antics, the eastern hog-nosed snake is one of nature’s more fascinating tricksters. But there’s more to this snake than just its act, uncover the secrets of this misunderstood marvel of the wild in this creature feature. Participants will receive the virtual program link at least 30 minutes prior to the start of the program. Please ensure your MDC account includes an accurate email address so that you can receive this link.

Are you interested in learning more about the snakes you're likely to find in Missouri? If so, join us as we discuss these fascinating creatures.

Mushroom hunting doesn’t need to end with morels. A whole flush of delicious and beginner-friendly mushrooms abounds during the warm months of summer. Join us for an introductory look at the delicious chanterelles and learn how to safely identify them and get them to your plate! Participants will receive the virtual program link at least 30 minutes prior to the start of the program. Please ensure your MDC account includes an accurate email address so that you can receive this link.