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MDC names Kevin Borisenko as new regional administrator in Central Region

News from the region: 

Central
Robert Hemmelgarn
Dec 13, 2019
Borisenko will lead regional operations to deliver on conservation strategic priorities and performance measures.
Kevin Borisenko

Cape Nature Center offers candlelit wood walk Dec. 20

News from the region: 

Southeast
Candice Davis
Dec 12, 2019

Enjoy White Oak Trace trail at night for a serene nature experience.

A nature trail in the winter.

MDC names Tony Jaco as new regional administrator in Southeast region

News from the region: 

Southeast
Candice Davis
Dec 12, 2019

Jaco will lead regional operations to deliver on conservation strategic priorities and performance measures.

Tony Jaco stands next to the MDC logo.

MDC helps Raymore improve fishing access at Johnston Lake

News from the region: 

Kansas City
Bill Graham
Dec 12, 2019

New fishing dock and pier are among additions at the lake in Cass County

Johnston Lake fishing dock

New electronic entrance gate at MDC’s Columbia Bottom Conservation Area to become active Dec. 13

News from the region: 

St. Louis
Dan Zarlenga
Dec 11, 2019

The new automated gate system will be open during the area’s normal hours of operation and enhance security when closed.

The sun sets on the horizon at Columbia Bottom Conservation Area.

MDC invites people to learn about snakes Dec. 27 at Springfield Nature Center

News from the region: 

Southwest
Francis Skalicky
Dec 11, 2019

Free program will feature a chance to get up-close views of live snakes.

A rough green snake on a tree branch.

MDC names Julianne Stone as new regional administrator in the St. Louis region

News from the region: 

St. Louis
Dan Zarlenga
Dec 11, 2019

Stone will lead regional operations to deliver on conservation strategic priorities and performance measures.

Julianne Stone

MDC offers free fly-tying classes in St. Joseph during January

News from the region: 

Northwest
Bill Graham
Dec 09, 2019

Participants will learn how to tie lures for trout and panfish

Hand-tied flies for catching trout and panfish.

MDC reports 10,543 deer harvested during antlerless portion

News from the region: 

Statewide
Joe Jerek
Dec 09, 2019
Archery season continues through Jan. 15, alternative methods runs Dec. 28 – Jan. 7.
doe in woods looking at camera

Explore nature’s nightlife with free evening programs at Busch Conservation Area Dec. 13 and 14

News from the region: 

St. Louis
Dan Zarlenga
Dec 09, 2019
A Friday night owl prowl and night hike Saturday will reveal some of nature’s after-dark secrets.
owl closeup

MDC names Max Alleger as new regional administrator in Southwest Region

News from the region: 

Southwest
Francis Skalicky
Dec 09, 2019
Alleger will lead regional operations to deliver conservation strategic priorities and performance measures.
Max Alleger

Missouri Feral Hog Elimination Partnership Responds to Mark Twain Announcement

News from the region: 

Statewide
Candice Davis
Dec 07, 2019

With the announcement, federal and state agencies have developed a plan to step up trapping efforts in southern Missouri.

Feral hog.

MDC women's event provides tips on cooking with a Dutch oven

News from the region: 

Southwest
Francis Skalicky
Dec 06, 2019
Learn at this Dec. 21 Springfield Nature Center program how this pioneer-era cooking utensil can still produce tasty dishes today.
Dutch oven cooking

Bass skills, trout cooking, and fish-themed Christmas tree wrap up Year of Fish at Cape Nature Center

News from the region: 

Southeast
Candice Davis
Dec 05, 2019

A lucky winner of the nature center’s Year of Fish contest will be announced Dec. 21.

The Christmas decor at the Cape Girardeau Nature Center

MDC: Some wildlife hibernate, while others need a helping hand as they den up for winter

News from the region: 

Southeast
Candice Davis
Dec 05, 2019

Brush piles, dormant plants and leaf litter provide cover for small wildlife in the colder months.

A groundhog in the brush.

Osage County angler sets record for state-record fish

News from the region: 

Statewide
Jill Pritchard
Dec 05, 2019

Bryant Rackers of Bonnots Mill now holds state records for four fish – more than any other angler.

Bryant Rackers shows off the first state record white perch.

Visitor Center at Columbia Bottom Conservation Area to close as public contact office Jan. 1

News from the region: 

St. Louis
Dan Zarlenga
Dec 04, 2019
The conservation area itself will remain open year-round for outdoor use.
Visitor Center at Columbia Bottom

MDC and DFS offer volunteer fire departments help with insurance

News from the region: 

Statewide
Joe Jerek
Dec 03, 2019
MDC partnering with Division of Fire Safety on workers compensation grants.
MDC logo

MDC’s Runge Nature Center announces December programs

News from the region: 

Central
Robert Hemmelgarn
Dec 02, 2019

Programs include pellet rifle shooting, wreath making, annual Holiday Happenings event, and more.

A woman teaches a little girl about nature at Runge Nature Center.

MDC reports young hunters checked 1,909 deer during late youth portion

News from the region: 

Statewide
Joe Jerek
Dec 02, 2019
Top counties were Osage, Lincoln, and Callaway.
youth with harvested buck and dad and guide

MDC events in Springfield, Joplin invite people to take a break from holiday frenzy

News from the region: 

Southwest
Francis Skalicky
Dec 02, 2019
Events at Springfield Nature Center and Shoal Creek Conservation Center offer relaxing alternatives to seasonal bustle.
holiday event

MDC encourages birders to help with Audubon Christmas Bird Count

News from the region: 

Statewide
Joe Jerek
Dec 02, 2019
Learn more at audubon.org/conservation/join-christmas-bird-count.
short-eared owl

OGT offering $20,000 reward for help with MDC elk poaching cases

News from the region: 

Statewide
Joe Jerek
Dec 02, 2019
MDC and CFM need public’s help to catch poachers in six cases involving illegally killed elk.
Poached Cow Elk

MDC reports November firearms deer harvest ends with 178,936

News from the region: 

Statewide
Joe Jerek
Nov 27, 2019
Top harvest counties were Franklin, Texas, and Callaway.
harvested buck

Oak Grove deer hunter bags unusual antlered doe

News from the region: 

Kansas City
Bill Graham
Nov 27, 2019

MDC biologists say few deer with such unusual traits are harvested annually

Oak Grove hunter with his harvested antlered doe.

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