The Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) invites visitors to its 40th annual fall driving tour at Poosey Conservation Area in northwest Livingston County on Sunday, Oct. 18, from 12-4 p.m. The driving tour gives visitors a chance to enjoy the fall color of forests and woodlands on
COLUMBIA, Mo. — Families, gardeners and butterfly enthusiasts gathered Saturday, Sept. 12, at the Boonville Katy Depot for a Monarch Migration Tagging Workshop and Family Day, hosted by the Boonslick Master Gardeners. The event offered hands-on activities, educational presentations on monarch butterfly conservation and pollinator
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It may be hard to imagine a tree scape of red, orange and yellow leaves with temperatures still reaching the 90s, but fall and all the beauty that comes with it is right around the corner. For those chasing that fall feeling, the Missouri Department
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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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The Missouri Conservation Commission met Sept. 11 for an open workshop, closed executive session, and regular open meeting at MDC headquarters, 2901 W. Truman Blvd. in Jefferson City. Commissioners attending the open meeting were: Raymond T. (Ray) Wagner Jr., chair; Frank H.B. Kruse, vice chair;
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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The Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) is beginning to receive some reports of hemorrhagic disease (HD) in deer this summer and is asking the public to help determine the extent of the disease by reporting suspected cases. HD is a general term for two related
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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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SULLIVAN — The Missouri Department of Conservation’s (MDC) Meramec Conservation Area near Sullivan offers more than 4,000 acres of lush Ozark forests and provides a paved ADA walking path, challenging natural surface hiking trails, horseback riding, and boat access on the Meramec River. MDC will
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KIRKWOOD — The Missouri Department of Conservation’s (MDC) Powder Valley Nature Center turns 35 years old this year and to celebrate, the nature center is inviting the public to join the Passport to Powder Valley program. The program encourages visitors to explore multiple aspects of
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The Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) has more than 1,100 miles of scenic conservation area trails. MDC is proud to offer free and public access to hiking, biking, and nature-viewing trails across Missouri’s diverse landscapes. Bridget Jackson, MDC Regional Recreational Use Specialist, aptly describes trails
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Missouri’s landscape is filled with a diversity of flora; some are good enough to eat. Collecting wild edibles can start in your front yard. Dandelions are a great way to start since they are easy to identify, and all parts are considered edible. Collect flower
