Saint Charles

Region
Saint Louis
FIPS code
183
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Shotgun

Want to get started in shotgun shooting. This program will teach the basics of safety, safety equipment, and marksmanship with a shotgun. Will will have a classroom portion followed by a live fire portion. You can bring your own shotgun and ammunition or borrow ours. If you bring your own shotgun you must have your own ammunition.

Archery

This program will teach the fundamentals of archery including equipment, safety, stance, and shooting techniques. This event will take place on the static archery range. All equipment will be provided.

Amphibians and Reptiles

Join us for a meet and greet with some of our resident live animals and even see some eat their lunch! We will meet in the exhibit area at August A. Busch Conservation Area to discuss what makes these critters so cool, and the important jobs that they have. All children must be accompanied by an adult.

Nature Art

Come relax for an evening while making a beautiful artwork to decorate your home. In this introductory class, you will learn to cross-stitch and choose a pattern of a flower or garden insect to follow. Perfect for nature-lovers and anyone looking to make friends while learning a new skill. All supplies will be provided.

Please register EACH person who will be present to ensure we have enough supplies.

Wild Edibles

This program is part of our year-long Wild Edible Plants series, with each month highlighting a different plant part or type of wild edible. The series emphasizes conservation, respectful harvesting, and building a meaningful connection to the land. Participants will build confidence in understanding when, where, and how wild plants can be used as a sustainable food source.

Shooting Sports

This is a free Open House event at the Busch Shooting Range. There will be activities to try including shooting .22 rifles, shotguns, archery, atlatl, and disc golf and BB guns for smaller youngsters. There will also be educational exhibits, members from diffiernt organizations including NWTF, Smallmouth Bass Alliance, and Trout Unlimited. Agents will be present.

Come anytime between 3:00 - 7:00 p.m. All equipment willb be provided.

Discover Nature - Fishing Lessons 3 & 4

Discover Nature – Fishing Lesson 3 & 4 Description:

*Discover Nature Fishing Lesson 1 is required before attending this program*

In the Lesson 3 portion, participants will learn about aquatic habitats, food webs, and the basic biology of common Missouri fish species.

In the Lesson 4 portion, participants will learn about various fishing lures and techniques, as well as identify and understand Missouri fishing regulations.

Hunter Education Skills Session

This skills session will satisfy part two of Missouri Hunter Education requirements. To obtain hunter education certification you must also attend part one (online, self-study, or a classroom session) and bring along your skills session qualifier certificate or a student manual with the review questions completed. Students 15 and under must also bring a copy of their birth certificate or other proof of age. The final exam will be administered at the end of the skills session.

Discover Nature - Fishing Lesson 1

*This lesson is required for anyone wanting to take Lessons 2-4*

This beginning class involves hands-on instruction to teach new anglers basic fishing techniques and skills. Participants will learn parts of a fishing pole, how to properly and safely cast a spin-cast rod and reel, how to recognize and rig basic fishing tackle, and how to properly handle and release a fish.