Events

Walk-in (ages 3-6) Discovering the amazing natural world is as easy as opening a book! This volunteer naturalist led story program is ideal for preschool - kindergarten children and will take them on journeys to learn about wildlife, habitats and more. If accommodations are needed, please e-mail the instructor at least one week prior to the program.

Sporting Clays is a challenging, yet fun shotgun shooting game that can likely be best described as playing golf with a shotgun. Shooters move from station to station and shoot at clay targets presented in a dizzying array of angles. It is some of the best practice for shooting at gamebirds. Bring your shotgun and enjoy an evening sampler of what this game entails. Non-Toxic shot is required. We can provide any gear needed to participate.

Walk-in (ages 3-6) Discovering the amazing natural world is as easy as opening a book! This volunteer naturalist led story program is ideal for preschool - kindergarten children and will take them on journeys to learn about wildlife, habitats and more. If accommodations are needed, please e-mail the instructor at least one week prior to the program.

Registration required (ages 8+) Take a step off land and dive into the world of aquatic ecosystems. Learn how to identify macro-invertebrates and what they tell us about water quality. Discover the watershed you live in and how our actions can have an impact and get up close with aquatic wildlife. Discover Missouri's aquatic ecosystems and a world of wonder! If accommodations are needed, please e-mail the instructor after registering and at least one week prior to the program.

Sporting Clays is a challenging, yet fun shotgun shooting game that can likely be best described as playing golf with a shotgun. Shooters move from station to station and shoot at clay targets presented in a dizzying array of angles. It is some of the best practice for shooting at gamebirds. Bring your shotgun and enjoy an evening sampler of what this game entails. Non-Toxic shot is required. We can provide any gear needed to participate.

This program includes rifle safety, operation, shooting fundamentals, maintenance, and safe storage. Equipment and ammunition will be provided; you may bring your own firearm and ammunition to the live-fire session.

Registration required (adults) When we think about floating in Missouri many of us head to the cold clear waters of the Ozarks. Did you know we have some local rivers you can get on just minutes away? Join conservation educators to learn about a local tributary to the Missouri River, the Platte River in Platte Falls CA. Learn about reading a river, paddle strokes and equipment. Participants may use their own kayak, or they will be provided along with paddles and lifejackets. Bring a snack and water, no food or drinks will be provided. Participants will be e-mailed the location and other details. If the river level is not adequate a still water location will be substituted. If accommodations are needed, please e-mail the instructor after registering and at least one week prior to the program.

Registration required (adults) When we think about floating in Missouri many of us head to the cold clear waters of the Ozarks. Did you know we have some local rivers you can get on just minutes away? Join conservation educators to learn about a local tributary to the Missouri River, the Platte River in Platte Falls CA. Learn about reading a river, paddle strokes and equipment. Participants may use their own kayak, or they will be provided along with paddles and lifejackets. Bring a snack and water, no food or drinks will be provided. Participants will be e-mailed the location and other details. If the river level is not adequate a still water location will be substituted. If accommodations are needed, please e-mail the instructor after registering and at least one week prior to the program.

If you love to have fun outdoors, and would like to learn new skills, then this program is for you! Teamwork, safety, and leadership are stressed. Join us in June as we learn the basics of these outdoor skills: (archery, atlatl, canoeing, fishing, letter boxing, and air rifles).

Each child may only sign up to attend one day. Participants must dress to be outside the full length of program, wear sturdy shoes (no flip flops or flimsy sandals) and bring a water bottle that can be refilled. Bug spray, sunscreen, and a hat are recommended.

Registration required (ages 10+) A great way to enjoy the outdoors is by heading to the lake to fish! This fishing program will take place at Truman Lake near Clinton and will focus on learning how to bank fish for channel catfish, buffalo, and carp.

Dress for the outdoors, including shoes that can get muddy, sunscreen, bug spray, a camp chair, water, and snacks. You may wish to bring along a small cooler with ice for transporting your catch home. Participants are encouraged to bring their own pole(s) and can continue fishing after the conclusion of the program.

Additional information will be shared with participants prior to the program. If accommodations are needed, please e-mail the instructor after registering and at least one week prior to the program.