Phelps

Region
Ozark
FIPS code
161
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Hunter Education Skills Session

Have you always wanted to firearm hunt on your own? 2026 Fall anterless deer firearm season is October 9-11 & December 5-13; with regular Fall deer season November 14-24, 2026. First, you need to get certified! Join us at St. James Community Hall for a Hunter Education skills session on September 22, 2026, from 5 - 9 pm.

Archery

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.

Cooking in Nature

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

Trapping

Beginners Trapping Clinic

Hosted by The Missouri Department of Conservation & The Missouri Trappers Association

Who: For anyone 6 years and older interested in learning how to trap all species of furbearers in a dry land or water setting.

Where: Maramec Spring Park, 21880 Maramec Spring Dr, St James, MO 65559

• Education classroom within James Foundation Museum

When: Two days; January 9 (Saturday) 9 AM – 5 PM and January 10 (Sunday) 8 AM – 2 PM

Hiking

Little Prairie Conservation Area (Phelps County) will be in full bloom with late summer wildflowers attracting beautiful butterflies, including the Monarch!? Hikers will enjoy panoramic views of the lake and prairie during this guided 3-mile trail hike (moderate). Meet at Runge Nature Center in Jefferson City or the trailhead. Some transportation is provided, but carpooling may be necessary. Hike leaders will contact participants via email before the hike to give directions and other information. Wear sturdy shoes, dress for the weather, bring a water bottle, and pack a lunch/snack.

Hunter Education Skills Session

Have you always wanted to firearm hunt on your own? 2026 Fall anterless deer firearm season is October 9-11 & December 5-13; with regular Fall deer season November 14-24, 2026.. First you need to get certified! Join us at Eugene E. Northern Community Hall for a Hunter Education skills session on September 14, 2026 from 5 - 9 pm.

Archery

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.