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MDC News from 03/2019

Public can get catfish-catching tips at April 13 MDC clinic

News from the region: 

Southwest
Francis Skalicky
Mar 29, 2019

Free program at Walter Woods Conservation Area will feature fishing opportunities

Two catfish in water

MDC invites adults to turkey clinic and mentored hunt at Mark Twain Lake May 3-5

News from the region: 

Northeast
Robert Hemmelgarn
Mar 28, 2019

Register to attend this free clinic and hunt for adults who have never harvested a wild turkey.

Turkey hunters

MoNASP state tournament draws thousands of student archers

News from the region: 

Statewide
Lucas Bond
Mar 27, 2019

Congratulations to Hillsboro High School’s Madison Genge and Donald Holupka for being top archers at the state tournament.

2019 MoNASP Top Archers

Acoustic musical artist John Nilsen performs at Powder Valley Conservation Nature Center April 26

News from the region: 

St. Louis
Dan Zarlenga
Mar 27, 2019

Popular northwest composer/musician will blend nature-inspired music with images by MDC photographer Noppadol Paothong.

Musician John Nilsen standing by piano

MDC’s Runge Nature Center announces April programs

News from the region: 

Central
Robert Hemmelgarn
Mar 26, 2019

Programs include hiking, birding, outdoor cooking and more.

Blue bird

March 30 MDC program focuses on snakes, turtles, lizards

News from the region: 

Southwest
Francis Skalicky
Mar 26, 2019

Live reptiles will be part of program at Shepherd of the Hills Conservation Center.

Black snake

MDC presents program on history of the longrifle at Runge Nature Center April 25

News from the region: 

Central
Robert Hemmelgarn
Mar 25, 2019

Explore history, legend and lore of one of the most impactful implements on the American frontier.

Longrifle history

MDC offers ammunition cartridge reloading workshop in Kirksville April 8-9

News from the region: 

Northeast
Robert Hemmelgarn
Mar 25, 2019

Register to attend a free course on basic reloading of metallic cartridges.

Ammo reloading workshop.

Columbia Bottom closed due to potential of flooding, MDC urges caution near rivers and streams

News from the region: 

St. Louis
Dan Zarlenga
Mar 25, 2019

MDC anticipates the possibility of water overtopping the levee near the area due to rising river levels.

Water flowing over the levee in 2013

MDC invites public to native plant sale and workshop April 6 in Springfield

News from the region: 

Southwest
Francis Skalicky
Mar 22, 2019
Springfield Conservation Nature Center event has good information for homeowners.
Butterfly Milkweed in Bloom

MDC invites public to learn about turkey hunting basics

News from the region: 

Southwest
Francis Skalicky
Mar 21, 2019
Free April 3 clinic at Walter Woods Conservation Area has tips for all levels of experience.
turkey hunter calling in a bird

MDC and rural fire departments are partners in fighting wildfires

News from the region: 

Statewide
Bill Graham
Mar 20, 2019
Smokey Bear lends an assist in his 75th anniversary year
person fighting wildfire

MDC offers beginner’s birding class at Columbia Bottom Conservation Area March 30

News from the region: 

St. Louis
Dan Zarlenga
Mar 20, 2019
This is an excellent opportunity for those new to birdwatching to get off to a great start with help from MDC naturalists.
great egret

MDC hosts women’s shotgun clinic near Columbia April 2

News from the region: 

Central
Robert Hemmelgarn
Mar 20, 2019
Register today for a free opportunity to learn safe handling and shooting techniques.
woman shooting shotgun in field

Powder Valley Nature Center presents Missouri Waters multimedia program April 5

News from the region: 

St. Louis
Dan Zarlenga
Mar 20, 2019
Two charismatic entertainers weave stories and thoughts on nature with photos and a live music performance.
Dragonfly on end of stick

Learn cane-pole fishing with MDC at free classes in April in Forest Park

News from the region: 

St. Louis
Dan Zarlenga
Mar 20, 2019
Cast a line back in time and discover fishing the way grandpa did it by attending one of two free classes.
cane pole fishing gear

Celebrate Missouri trees with MDC through Arbor Days in April

News from the region: 

Statewide
Joe Jerek
Mar 20, 2019
MDC encourage people to plant native trees and practice proper tree care.
family planting a sapling in the yard

MDC receives award for assistance with renovations at City Lake in Union

News from the region: 

St. Louis
Dan Zarlenga
Mar 19, 2019

A Community Assistance Program grant from MDC enabled extensive improvements for fish and anglers.

The Missouri Park and Recreation Association (MPRA) awarded MDC its 2019 Organization Citation Award in February for assistance in renovating City Lake in Union.

MDC: Twin Pines CEC reopens April 2, hosts annual Heritage Day April 13

News from the region: 

Ozark
Candice Davis
Mar 19, 2019

Heritage Day features fish fry, kid’s fishing and many demonstrations.

Twin Pines

Make nature your spring break destination at MDC’s Runge Nature Center

News from the region: 

Central
Robert Hemmelgarn
Mar 19, 2019

Programs for all ages make fun and educational opportunities to enjoy spring break in Jefferson City.

Kids discovering nature.

Conservation Federation of Missouri offers $8,500 reward to help MDC with elk poaching conviction

News from the region: 

Statewide
Candice Davis
Mar 19, 2019

Officials hope reward will lead to convictions in the case of two adult elk shot in February in Shannon County.

Dead bull elk.

Missouri River flooding prompts MDC to close several conservation areas in northwest region

News from the region: 

Northwest
Bill Graham
Mar 19, 2019

Areas are closed due to high water or access and public safety issues

High rising water near boat ramp.

Join MDC for an Evening with Wildlife in Milan March 19

News from the region: 

Northeast
Robert Hemmelgarn
Mar 18, 2019
Family friendly tradeshow-style event offers opportunity for all ages to learn about important conservation issues.
quail covey

MDC finding fewer endangered prairie chickens despite conservation efforts

News from the region: 

Statewide
Bill Graham
Mar 18, 2019
Populations at Taberville and Wah’ Kon-Tah prairies imperiled
male and female prairie chicken in field

MDC forecasts challenging spring turkey hunting season

News from the region: 

Statewide
Joe Jerek
Mar 18, 2019
Poor production in recent years will make for a more challenging season.
2019 Spring Turkey Hunting Booklet Cover

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