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KIRKSVILLE, Mo. – Join Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) staff for a free, two-day trapping clinic near Adair County Dec. 11-12. This event is for participants ages 9 and older, and those ages 9-15 must be accompanied by an adult.
This event will begin Friday, Dec. 11, from 6-8:30 p.m. at the MDC Northeast Regional Office, located at 3500 S. Baltimore Street in Kirksville. This indoor training seassion will cover trapping regulations, furbearer biology, and the proper use of various types of traps.
The event will continue Saturday, Dec. 12, from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Union Ridge Conservation Area, with the exact meeting location provided during Friday’s session. Participants will experience an active trapline through a hayride-style outdoor classroom featuring real-world demonstrations, scenario-based instruction, and hands-on activities. Attendees will have opportunities to observe and practice trapping techniques under actual field conditions. A hot dog lunch will be provided.
Registration for this event is required at http://short.mdc.mo.gov/ogQ.
Questions about this event can be sent to MDC Conservation Agent Kevin Powell at kevin.powell@mdc.mo.gov.
MDC is committed to accessibility at all its nature centers, regional facilities, and conservation areas. To request an ADA accommodation for participation in MDC programs, visit https://mdc.mo.gov/accessibility.
