Jackson

Region
Kansas City
FIPS code
095
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Discover Nature - Fishing Lessons 1 & 2

Join us a Prairie Hollow Lake and learn the basics of fishing. This program is the first of a two part series, it will cover Discover Nature Fishing Lessons 1 & 2.

Lesson 1: Equipment, Casting and Proper Fish Handling combines instruction with hands-on fishing to teach young anglers and families basic fishing techniques and skills. Participants will learn how to properly and safely cast a spincast fishing rod, parts of a fishing rod, how to fasten basic fishing tackle and how to properly handle and release a fish.

Discover Nature - Fishing Lessons 3 & 4

Join us at Prairie Hollow Lake and learn the basics of fishing. This program is the second part of a two part series.

Lesson 3: Five Common Missouri Fish-Their Anatomy, Habitat, and Life Cycle combines instruction with hands-on fishing to teach anglers basic biological concepts and functions specific to largemouth bass, bluegill, hybrid sunfish, channel catfish and rainbow trout. Participants will learn the different components of fish anatomy and their functions. In addition, participants will learn about various types of fish habitat and aquatic food webs.

Wildflowers

Registration required (all ages) Join our virtual PowerPoint presentation to learn about the flowers and pollinators that make the Discovery Center pop with color. This presentation will be packed with blooms from mid-June to mid-July along with the pollinators that follow their petals.

Insects

Monarch butterflies depend on milkweed. Join us as we look at the relationship between this amazing butterfly and native plant. We will learn about the 13 native species found in Missouri and how you can grow them at home to help the Monarch butterflies.

Insects

Monarch butterflies depend on milkweed. Join us as we look at the relationship between this amazing butterfly and native plant. We will learn about the 13 native species found in Missouri and how you can grow them at home to help the Monarch butterflies. A WebEx link will be sent to registered participants prior to the program.

Family Fishing

This is a great time of year to take your family fishing. We will teach some fishing basics, provide equipment and worms and then let you practice your new fishing skills. Kids who attend will be entered in a drawing at the end of the summer for a new fishing pole and tackle box. No Resident Fishing Permit required.

Conservation Families

MEET AT EDUCATION POND PARKING LOT

Nature time with your family can make memories that last a lifetime! Learn basic kayak techniques and cool down as the water drips off those paddles! Please arrive on time, as these two sessions are back-to-back. Please sign up for only one session. Our outdoor skills programs often have waiting lists. Please wear closed-toe shoes and dress for the weather. Ages 5-7 go in same kayak with adult guardian.

Conservation Families

MEET AT EDUCATION POND PARKING LOT

Nature time with your family can make memories that last a lifetime! Learn basic kayak techniques and cool down as the water drips off those paddles! Please arrive on time, as these two sessions are back-to-back. Please sign up for only one session. Our outdoor skills programs often have waiting lists. Please wear closed-toe shoes and dress for the weather. Ages 5-7 go in same kayak with adult guardian.

Babes in the Woods

MEET AT BETHANY FALLS PARKING LOT

Let’s take your little one to a creek! We will take a short hike to Burr Oak Creek to splash and experience this watery world. You and your babe will get wet. You must have on closed-toe shoes for safety. Short walk from parking lot. Bring a change of clothes for your babe and towel.