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Non-hunters out in nature during hunting seasons should practice simple safety measures

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With deer and turkey hunting underway in Missouri, the Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) reminds non-hunters to practice safety measures when afield during hunting seasons.   “Safety while hunting is ultimately the responsibility of the hunter,” said MDC Hunter Education Coordinator Justin McGuire.  ““Hunters must

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Unstaffed shooting range is anticipated to be completed by the end of 2027

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PLEASANT HOPE, Mo. – Construction will soon be underway at Pleasant Hope Conservation Area Shooting Range. The Missouri Department of Conservation’s (MDC) unstaffed shooting range has been closed since July 2021 due to public misuse and safety concerns. The range was a popular destination with

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Major Milestones to be discussed at annual regional water conference in Springfield

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Registration open for Sept. 29, 2026 event. SPRINGFIELD —  Leaders and stakeholders from across the region will gather in Springfield Sept. 29 for the annual Southwest Missouri Regional Water Conference, themed “Water -What Do You See?” The conference will bring together water providers, municipalities, organizations

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Celebrate two-headed snake’s birthday Oct. 3 at MDC’s Shepherd of the Hills Center

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Unique western ratsnake to turn 9 years old. BRANSON, Mo. – One of the most well-known snakes of Southwest Missouri is celebrating a milestone. Tiger-Lily, a two-headed western ratsnake, is turning 9 years old. The Missouri Department of Conservation’s (MDC) Shepherd of the Hills Conservation

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