Greene

Get buggy with us in Downtown Springfield! We'll meet at Park Central Square, pass out bug catching equipment, and wander downtown looking for all kinds of bugs. This is a great opportunity to meet other like-minded people and enjoy an evening stroll.

American White Pelicans are currently soaring across Missouri during their annual fall migration. With their enormous size, unique pouched bills, and incredible hunting skills, these giant birds are fascinating visitors to our state. Come learn about them through engaging activities and a special craft. Ages 3 to 6. Registration required.

Soaring through the skies or swooping in on prey, these birds have amazing adaptations that help them survive. Learn about these hunting birds and what makes them special. Conservation Kids is designed for children ages 7 to 12 and their adult caregivers. Other aged siblings can attend and work together with the family as a group. Ages 7 to 12. Registration required.

Members of the Missouri Trout Fisherman's Association will teach you about fly-fishing. This is part one of a two-class series. Learn what fly-fishing is, what fish eat, basic fly-fishing concepts, casting basics, and a few knots to get you going. After the indoor portion, participants will drive to Living Memorial Park to practice casting. This is a two-part series, and you must register for both. The second part of this series will be held on Saturday, October 3. Ages 16 and up. Registration required.

Meet at the trailhead at 8 pm to go on a naturalist lead hike to the Boardwalk. Roll out your yoga mat for a stretching session with Mary McDaniel while learning about the nighttime sounds around you. Please bring your own yoga mats. Ages 18 and up. Registration required.

Gardening can be an outlet for the artist as well as an enjoyable hobby. Naturalist Jordi Raos will suggest plant pairings for beautiful natural color palettes in this program. All ages. Registration required. Please include a valid email address when you register so we can send you a virtual program link. This link will be sent the day of the program. This program will not be recorded.

Join Ms. Ladybug as she reads a nature story and shares activities with your child. Ages 2 to 6. No registration required. Call 417-888-4237 for more information.

Slither into the wonderful world of reptiles! Come learn about and meet a few live reptiles, then create a reptile inspired art piece to take home with you. Ages 12 to 17. Registration required.

Ssssssnakes are sssssensational! Let's learn about them together and meet a slithering friend before creating your own snake craft to take home! Ages 3 to 6. Registration required.

Don't put your shovel away just yet! Fall is a wonderful time to work in your garden. Many native plants will thrive if you start them in the fall and let them have the winter to establish. We'll go over why and what to plant this fall to improve your native garden. All ages. Registration required. Please include a valid email address when you register so we can send you a virtual program link. This link will be sent the day of the program. This program will not be recorded.