The Missouri Invasive Plant Council, in partnership with Forest ReLeaf of Missouri, Forrest Keeling Nursery and the Missouri Department of Conservation will host a Callery (Bradford) pear “buyback” program in locations around the state on April 22. Homeowners are invited to cut down one or more Callery pear trees and receive one free, non-invasive tree at this event.
The Missouri Department of Conservation offers a program for birdwatchers to learn how to attract hummingbirds to their yard with “Hummingbirds 101: Creating Spaces for Nature’s Jewels!” from 10 to 11:30 a.m. Saturday, April 12.
After months of patiently waiting, spring is finally here. This is a perfect time to get outside and see the beauty of nature. There’s a little plant add an early splash of fun to outdoor adventures. Wood sorrel is a plant with clover-like leaves and colorful flowers.
One of the best gardening tools may be in the home recycling bin, said University of Missouri Extension horticulturist Donna Aufdenberg, in a press release.
The Missouri Department of Conservation’s Andy Dalton Shooting Range and Outdoor Education Center will present “Learning to Hunt: Shed Hunting” from 9 to 11 a.m. Saturday, March 15.
People can learn more about growing native plants from seeds at the Missouri Department of Conservation online program “Native Plants: Wild for Seeds.” This virtual program will be from 3:30 tp 4:30 p.m. March 7 and is being put on by the staff of MDC’s Springfield Conservation Nature Center. This program will not be recorded. mdc-event-web.s3licensing.com/Event/EventDetails/206443
The Smithville Bassmasters have announced their 2025 tournament schedule. The fishing club is also extending invites to new members to join in “for the camaraderie of competitive fishing.”
A virtual class from the Missouri Department of Conservation will be held from 12:30 to 1:30 p.m. Wednesday, March 5 to learn how to design a simple rain garden, what species to plant and how to maintain it. Then, there will be an online trivia game played individually. No account or login is necessary to join the Blooket trivia game.
In recognition and celebration of Drinking Water Week, May 4 through 10, the Missouri Department of Natural Resources and the American Water Works Association — Missouri Section are holding a poster contest for fifth-grade students in Missouri. Entries must be postmarked by March 8.
Missouri turkey hunters can apply online during February for 2025 spring turkey managed hunts through the Missouri Department of Conservation website at mdc.mo.gov/hunting-trapping/species/turkey/turkey-spring-managed-hunts.