Events

Join us for our workshop and field day! In the morning, we will concentrate on identifying plants and methods of treatment. Hear from biologists representing the Missouri Department of Conservation and Quail forever on cost-share opportunities for tackling invasive plants on your property. Following lunch, we'll venture into the field to practice plant identification and learn how to safely mix and apply herbicides to combat invasive plants. All levels of participants are welcome - from beginners to invasive plant novices.

Registration is free, and lunch is included for all registered attendees. Limited seating is available, so secure your spot now!

Explore the history of archery in North America from raw material harvest to bow design and performance. Then, using only hand tools and patience, craft your own hickory longbow work of art. Woodworking skills recommended. This program requires stamina and upper arm strength. We will provide instruction on how to shoot a longbow once you've made your own!

Lists of references and resources for making future bows on your own will be provided.

This program is an intro program for those who are new to shooting sports. We will cover safety and appropriate guns and ammunition. We will be practicing shooting flying targets on a trap field and will teach different techniques for beginner shotgunners. Firearms and ammunition will be provided, or you may bring your own.

Feeding birds can increase your bird identification skills as well as brighten your day. Join us for this virtual program that will discuss what type of seeds birds prefer to snack on to give them energy in the chilly weather, and how to make and freeze your own homemade suet in preparation for winter feedings.

Hunting Series: Hunting Deer on MDC Conservation Areas in the Missouri Ozarks. The first virtual program "Scouting MDC Areas Using Online Mapping" will be on Wednesday, September 30 from 5:30-6:30 PM. MDC Wildlife Biologist Matthew Peter will help hunters scout from their electronic device using MDC website to obtain higher percentage success rate within MDC conservation areas. The link to join this class will be sent by 1 PM the afternoon of Sept. 30th (registration will close at 1 PM). Be sure to check your Spam or Junk box for the email. If an email is not received, please send an email to Dwight.Warnke@mdc.mo.gov to let him know.

Hunt Program Series:

Wed. 9/30 5:30-6:30 PM: Virtual Program: Deer Scouting Using Online Mapping

Mon. 10/5 5:30-6:30 PM: Virtual Program: On the Ground Scouting & Stand Placement at MDC C.A.

Tues. 10/13 5:30-6:30 PM: Virtual Program: Pre Rut Deer Sign

Wed. 10/21 5:30-6:30 PM: Virtual Program: Movement Patterns of the Rut

Mon. 11/30 5:30-6:30 PM: Virtual Program: Post Rut and Winter Deer Hunting

Rescheduled due to rain on original date of September 16th. Registration is encouraged but not required to attend.

Atlatls are a unique and primitive hunting tool that is still used today. They are important for preserving the past culture of all people and show us a way to connect with our ancestors 15,000 years ago. Note: All equipment will be provided by the Missouri Department of Conservation. Please note the minimum age is 10 due to the nature of having the strength and control of throwing a dart with an atlatl. Not recommended for adults with shoulder or back injuries.

Hunting Series: Hunting Deer on MDC Conservation Areas in the Missouri Ozarks. This is the second virtual program "On the Ground Scouting & Stand Placement at MDC Conservation Areas" and will be on Monday, October 5 from 5:30-6:30 PM. MDC Wildlife Biologist Matthew Peter will take information gathered from online maps and confirm with on the ground visits and selecting best sites for stand placement based on actual deer activity. The link to join this class will be sent by 1 PM the afternoon of Oct. 5th (registration will close at 1 PM). Be sure to check your Spam or Junk box for the email. If an email is not received, please send an email to Dwight.Warnke@mdc.mo.gov to let him know.

Hunt Program Series:

Wed. 9/30 5:30-6:30 PM: Virtual Program: Deer Scouting Using Online Mapping (we hope you were able to attend)

Mon. 10/5 5:30-6:30 PM: Virtual Program: On the Ground Scouting & Stand Placement at MDC C.A.

Tues. 10/13 5:30-6:30 PM: Virtual Program: Pre Rut Deer Sign

Wed. 10/21 5:30-6:30 PM: Virtual Program: Movement Patterns of the Rut

Mon. 11/30 5:30-6:30 PM: Virtual Program: Post Rut and Winter Deer Hunting

This class is a series of 12 programs that meets once each month all year long, though you may join at any time. You will learn to use simple, but beautiful embroidery techniques to stitch quilt blocks of different species found in or around Missouri Streams. Including Raccoon, Red Eared Slider, Madtom, and Green Heron, At each class you will learn about one of the Species and it's history, habitat preferences, and its importance to Missouri. Classes will be held on either the first or second Tuesday of each month at 6:00 pm at the Ozark Regional Office Building in West Plains. At 551 Joe Jones Blvd West Plains MO, 65775. The thread colors needed that month, Block templates, and information cards will be provided at the class.

Please be aware that signing up means you will attempt to come to all 12 meetings.

This class is a series of 12 programs that meets once each month all year long, though you may join at any time. You will learn to use simple, but beautiful embroidery techniques to stitch quilt blocks of different species found in or around Missouri Streams. Including Raccoon, Red Eared Slider, Madtom, and Green Heron, At each class you will learn about one of the Species and it's history, habitat preferences, and its importance to Missouri. Classes will be held on either the first or second Tuesday of each month at 6:00 pm at the Ozark Regional Office Building in West Plains. At 551 Joe Jones Blvd West Plains MO, 65775. The thread colors needed that month, Block templates, and information cards will be provided at the class.

Please be aware that signing up means you will attempt to come to all 12 meetings.

Find out how to skin and process the deer you harvest this year. MDC staff will process a deer and take you from skinning, to deboning, to packaging the venison for your freezer. Staff will discuss equipment and tools used and provide answers to any questions you may have about do-it-yourself processing. All attendees must be registered for the workshop. Registration is limited to 50 participants ages 11 and older. Participants under the age of 16 must be accompanied by a registered adult attendee