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Come join us for a relaxing evening of archery. This program is for new archers or those wishing to improve their skills.
We will learn the steps to making a great archery shot, shoot bullseye and 3D targets, and even win some prizes for archery games!
We have bows appropriate for all users!
Title: Introduction to Hunting Woodcock in the Ozarks
Where: Ozark Research Field Station Missouri S&T
Address: 16300 County Road 7550 Newburg, MO 65550
Time: Sunday, October 18th: 4:30 to 6:30 PM
Agenda:
- Classroom - Woodcock Biology
- Basic needs to woodcock hunt (permits, gear, etc)
- E-scouting
- Introduction to Bird Dogs
- Field – walk along Mill Creek on Bohigian CA
Wear appropriate outwear and boots (rain or shine) for field walk. Any questions should be addressed to program presenter Nick Girondo at: Nick.Girondo@mdc.mo.gov
Learn the basics of shooting the bow and arrow utilizing some of the techniques and methods that have been adopted by the National Archery in the Schools Program (NASP). This program will teach the fundamentals of archery including equipment, safety, stance, and shooting techniques This family event is for all ages with the desire to shoot a bow and arrow but have little or no experience. Parents / guardians may need to assist their youth in drawing the bow string since the minimum draw is 8 lbs. Note: All equipment will be provided by the Missouri Department of Conservation. Not recommended for adults with shoulder or back injuries.
Registration is not required, since this is come-and-go event for the public. Individuals will rotate in 10 persons at a time for two rounds of shooting.
Hunting Series: Hunting Deer on MDC Conservation Areas in the Missouri Ozarks. This is the fourth virtual program "Movement Patterns of the Rut" and will be on Wednesday, October 21 from 5:30-6:30 PM. MDC Wildlife Biologist Matthew Peter will discuss the transition from pre rut to rut deer movement. The link to join this class will be sent by 1 PM the afternoon of Oct. 21st (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. (we hope you were able to attend)
Tues. 10/13 5:30-6:30 PM: Virtual Program: Pre Rut Deer Sign (we hope you were able to attend)
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 Huntingt's time! Join our annual fall Intro to Backpacking Program! This program will take place along the beautiful Current River,
Registered participants will meet at the Round Spring Pavilion (see google maps), gear up, and hit the trail.
Day 1: we will hike ~5 miles to the beautiful Echo Bluff State Park for an overnight tent camping on the banks of the Sinking Creek.
Day 2: Our trek continues another ~5 miles back to Round Springs
If you've ever wanted to try backpacking this is the program for you! All backpacking gear will be provided.
To attend participants must view a virtual orientation program on Sept 29 @ 6:30pm where we introduce the route, what to bring, and how to prepare. Link will be sent to registered participants.
Kick back and enjoy the day with the family under the shade of the pines surrounding the pond at Twin Pines Conservation Center. No fishing license is needed at this “catch and release” event. Food and drinks will be served.
Reservations are recommended.
This program is for all ages, so get out of the house and come and enjoy the fun. For further information call 573-469-0897.
Learn about the history behind leather and the different techniques native american and europeans utilized to make leather for different products. We will be creating your own leather Knife sheath you will design it start to finish and learn valuable skills along the way. You will need to bring your own knife it can be a straight blade or a pocket knife whatever you prefer. If you need help registering please call the Twin Pines Conservation Center at 573-325-1381
If you have questions please contact me at Sarah.elrod@mdc.mo.gov
The Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) and St. James Parks & Recreation is hosting a “Primitive Campfire Cooking” event for families & individuals at Lake Shelter South in St. James Park on November 7th between 1 - 3 PM; limited to the first 50 registered participants.
Learn how to make a foil meal packet &/or desert using pie irons. Registration link: For more information, contact Dwight Warnke at Dwight.Warnke@mdc.mo.gov.
Location: Lake Shelter South is next to the Scout Lodge within St. James Park at: 500 South Bourbeuse, Saint James, MO 65559
Learn about the history behind leather and the different techniques native americans and europeans utilized to make leather for different products. We will be creating your own leather Rifle Sling you will design it start to finish and learn valuable skills along the way.
If you have questions please contact me at Sarah.elrod@mdc.mo.gov
Virtual Vice; Fly Tying at Home. This Month Sam Stewart will be showing us some tips on dying buck tails and will hopefully have time left to show us another large buck tail fly. Save your buck tails from deer season so you can dye them to use on flies throughout the year. have your fly tying tools ready as well if you already have some buck tail ready.
Material list will be up soon.
