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Whoooooo’s ready to explore the wonderful world of owls? Together we will learn what owls eat, how they fly so quietly, and what makes them such incredible nighttime hunters!

Join us at Shepherd of the Hills Fish Hatchery for a fun morning of fishing at Belladonna Pond! This beginner-friendly program will introduce you to the basics of fishing, including how to set up a fishing pole, how to cast, and how to safely handle a fish.

Whether you’ve always wanted to try fishing or simply don’t know where to start, this program is a great way to learn the fundamentals in a relaxed and welcoming environment.

Join us at Shepherd of the Hills Fish Hatchery for a fun morning of fishing at Belladona Pond! This beginner-friendly program will introduce you to the basics of fishing, including how to set up a fishing pole, how to cast, and how to safely handle a fish.

Whether you’ve always wanted to try fishing or simply don’t know where to start, this program is a great way to learn the fundamentals in a relaxed and welcoming environment.

Field to Table Deer Processing

Are you interested in learning how to process your own harvested deer? If you are, this workshop is for you! Missouri Department of Conservation education staff members are partnering with the University of Missouri Extension to offer a deer processing workshop.

Topics covered and demonstrated during the workshop:

1) Gutless method of skinning

2) Food safety to keep you harvested venison safe for consumption

3) The major muscle groups, common retail cuts and the preferred cooking method

Are you considering participating in one of Missouri’s greatest traditions, deer hunting? Do you want to grow your skills in the deer woods and learn proven tactics to increase your odds of success? The Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) will host a public deer hunting program (Deer Hunting Basics 101) at 7:00pm on Friday, October 16, 2026, at the Shepherd of the Hills Conservation Education Center (SOTH CEC).

Topic covered will include:

- Deer Hunting safety and regulations

- Deer biology

- Deer habitats

- Deer hunting Strategies

Join us and help celebrate the 9th birthday of our amazing two-headed snake, Tiger-Lily! We will have fun games and crafts for the kids, photo opportunities, and the chance to learn about -- and get close to -- live snakes!

This will be an open-house style event, so drop by anytime from 10am to noon to participate. (No registration required.)

Join us as we crawl into the web-tastic world of Spiders! We will learn how spiders build webs, and how these incredible arachnids help our environment!

Join us at Shepherd of the Hills Fish Hatchery for a fun morning of fishing at Belladonna Pond! This beginner-friendly program will introduce you to the basics of fishing, including how to set up a fishing pole, how to cast, and how to safely handle a fish.

Whether you’ve always wanted to try fishing or simply don’t know where to start, this program is a great way to learn the fundamentals in a relaxed and welcoming environment.