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MDC News from 08/2019

MDC's Rath wins Firebird Award for quail efforts

News from the region: 

Southwest
Francis Skalicky
Aug 19, 2019

Private Land Conservationist receives honor for work with landowners in Cedar, Dade, and Lawrence counties.

Rick Rath poses with his Firebird Award for quail efforts.

Seats still available for beginning duck hunting class at Busch Shooting Range Aug. 20

News from the region: 

St. Louis
Dan Zarlenga
Aug 16, 2019

Learn the basics of this fast-paced sport from experienced instructors at a free class.

A brother and sister with their dog on a duck hunting trip.

MDC and Recreation Council of St. Louis hold bike, wheelchair, and scooter “Roll and Stroll” event Aug. 24 on the Busch Greenway in St. Charles

News from the region: 

St. Louis
Dan Zarlenga
Aug 16, 2019

This unique way of discovering nature is open to wheelers and walkers of all level of mobilities and abilities.

A man in an outdoor wheelchair hiking through the forest.

Missouri archers win big at NASP/IBO Outdoor World 3D Challenge

News from the region: 

Statewide
Jill Pritchard
Aug 15, 2019

MDC congratulates Ivy Walton and Jeremiah Jones of Carl Junction High School on their outstanding scores at the last NASP tournament of the year.

Ivy Walton and Jeremiah Jones pose with their trophies during the NASP/IBO Outdoor World Championship.

Flooding delays wetland and lake restoration project at MDC's Schell-Osage Conservation Area

News from the region: 

Kansas City
Bill Graham
Aug 14, 2019

Some waterfowl hunting will be available on the area during the 2019-2020 seasons.

Ducks flying and swimming on a conservation area.

MDC requires nontoxic shot on many public hunting areas

News from the region: 

Kansas City
Bill Graham
Aug 13, 2019

New regulations will reduce toxic lead use to protect wildlife and the environment.

A dove hunter loads his shotgun in a sunflower field.

MDC hosts Discover Nature Schools Nature Unhooked teacher workshop Sept. 6 at Powder Valley Nature Center

News from the region: 

St. Louis
Dan Zarlenga
Aug 13, 2019

Teachers will learn about this free program which provides grant funding for middle school life science units.

A young student shows off an insect that landed on her hand.

Powder Valley Nature Center reveals results of ongoing snake study at a special program Aug. 23

News from the region: 

St. Louis
Dan Zarlenga
Aug 12, 2019

The nature center is one of the key study sites of this innovative research into the lives of copperheads and other snakes.

A copperhead snake on the pavement.

MDC reminds dove hunters that nontoxic shot is required at Talbot, Bois D'Arc conservation areas for dove hunting

News from the region: 

Southwest
Francis Skalicky
Aug 12, 2019

Bois D'Arc, Talbot are two of a number of MDC areas where nontoxic shot is required.

A dove hunter sits in wait for a dove.

MDC honors Racine logger with state forestry award

News from the region: 

Southwest
Francis Skalicky
Aug 12, 2019

Anthony Gruver named Southwest Regional Logger of the Year.

Anthony Gruver holds his MDC Southwest Regional Logger of the Year Award.

MDC invites the public to explore reptiles at Marais Temps Clair Conservation Area Aug. 10

News from the region: 

St. Louis
Dan Zarlenga
Aug 08, 2019

Join MDC naturalists for a hike in a real marsh to find turtles and snakes this Saturday.

An MDC naturalist teaches visitors about a snake.

MDC offers kayak clinic in Columbia Aug. 20

News from the region: 

Central
Robert Hemmelgarn
Aug 08, 2019

Register to attend this FREE clinic and learn skills to discover nature on the water.

An MDC instructor teaches a girl how to kayak.

MDC: Duck Creek CA has a new entrance road, construction continues

News from the region: 

Southeast
Candice Davis
Aug 08, 2019

Visitors to Duck Creek should use the new entrance off U.S. Highway 51 to access Pools 1, 2 and 3.

The entrance sign to Duck Creek Conservation Area near Puxico.

MDC advises nature to nurture health and happiness

News from the region: 

Statewide
Jill Pritchard
Aug 08, 2019

Whether you’re in the woods, a park, or your backyard – nature helps!

A family of three takes a nature walk.

Discover nature with MDC at SEMO District Fair Sep. 7-14

News from the region: 

Southeast
Candice Davis
Aug 08, 2019

Visit MDC’s Conservation Pavilion to wish Smokey Bear a happy 75th birthday.

Smokey Bear does the Hokey Pokey with his fans.

MDC announces new partnership with Tower Grove Park to expand nature programming to St. Louis City residents

News from the region: 

St. Louis
Dan Zarlenga
Aug 08, 2019

Residents in the City of St. Louis have a new resource to help them learn about and experience nature.

A group of birders use binoculars to search for warblers at Tower Grove Park in St. Louis City.

MDC offers free fishing and nature classes at St. Joseph

News from the region: 

Northwest
Bill Graham
Aug 08, 2019

Discover Nature—Fishing programs teach angling basics.

MDC staff teach a family how to use a fishing pole.

Learn how to bow hunt for deer at Busch Shooting Range Aug. 13

News from the region: 

St. Louis
Dan Zarlenga
Aug 08, 2019

This free introductory class will give new hunters all the information they need to get started.

A bowhunter releases his arrow in the woods.

Cape Nature Center announces FREE September programs

News from the region: 

Southeast
Candice Davis
Aug 08, 2019

September events feature geocaching, birding, a sand prairie adventure and more.

A little boy "steers" the wheel while taking a boat ride.

MDC will have Four Rivers Conservation Area ready for waterfowl season

News from the region: 

Kansas City
Bill Graham
Aug 08, 2019

Habitat altered by major flooding but millet seeded on some acres.

Waterfowl swimming and grazing in a wetland area.

MDC and partners present a Native Grass Pasture Walk Aug. 23 for Ozark County landowners

Candice Davis
Aug 07, 2019

Landowners will tour a native warm season grass stand and learn how to ensure their own success.

A native grass pasture.

New MDC migratory bird and waterfowl hunting digest now available

News from the region: 

Statewide
Joe Jerek
Aug 05, 2019
Get free MDC Migratory Bird and Waterfowl Hunting Digest where permits are sold and online.
Migratory Bird and Waterfowl Hunting Digest

MDC welcomes new commissioners Harrison and McHenry

News from the region: 

Statewide
Joe Jerek
Aug 05, 2019
Gov. Parson recently appointed Dr. Steven Harrison of Rolla and Mark McHenry of Kansas City to the Missouri Conservation Commission.
Commissioner Harrison holding a bass

MDC offers pond fishing clinic on Aug. 24

News from the region: 

Southwest
Francis Skalicky
Aug 05, 2019
Free event at Chesapeake Hatchery will offer tips and a chance to catch fish.
girl fishing in pond

Have fun with insects at MDC's Insect-O-Rama in Springfield Aug. 16

News from the region: 

Southwest
Francis Skalicky
Aug 05, 2019
No registration required for free Aug. 16 event at Springfield Conservation Nature Center.
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