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This will be a combination of both inside and outside learning so please dress accordingly. Bottled water and snacks will be provided.

Artist Tom Schulte, creator of Runge's large box turtle sculpture near the front entrance, is back with his collection of nature-inspired oils over copper relief. By using oil paint and aged copper, Tom creates intriguing and beautiful landscapes.

Tom Schulte grew up in rural Missouri. He received a BFA from Brigham Young University and an MFA from Claremont Graduate University. His artwork is in collections across the US and Canada. No registration required. All ages

Come to the range to improve your shotgun shooting for hunting. This is a free workshop that will help migratory and upland bird hunters improve their hunting skills with non-toxic shot. Topics include how to select the best ammunition and choke combination for hunting, how to improve your shooting skills, general information on the latest non-toxic shotgun ammunition, how to improve your range & distance estimation skills, and how to properly pattern your shotgun. There will be a presentation inside followed by clay bird shooting and shotgun patterning.

Missouri is a special state, boasting several interesting and unique natural communities. Join a naturalist for a virtual tour through these various ecoregions to learn what makes them different and how these natural communities have influenced the culture of our state. Participants will also receive information on locations across the state they can visit to see these interesting natural communities. The presenter will send a link to participants by e-mail the day before and the morning of the program.

Registration required. All ages

Missouri Prairie Foundation board member Jane Haslag and native plant enthusiast Bill White will offer insight on adding native plants to your landscaping. Whether you are interested in promoting pollinators, having a more sustainable yard, or are just wanting the beauty of native plants, you will find answers to your questions in this program. Participants will receive an e-mail with a link to the program both the day before and an hour before the presentation begins. Registration required. All ages

“ . . . and fish is fish and that’s that!” So writes Leo Lionni in his classic book, Fish Is Fish. We will explore their watery world this month through crafts, activities, and a story. Registration required. Ages 0-2

Bizz-zz-z…chaz-zz-z…brez-zz-z….gazzee-e. What’s all that noise? It’s the “Boisterous Bugs” getting ready for their show in Runge’s puppet theatre! When you come to their performance, you will meet grasshopper, cricket, and their friends, and discover why they are creating so much music. No registration required. All ages

Celebrate National Pollinator Week by assisting with bumble bee surveys along the Runge Nature Center trails and learn about the Missouri Bumble Bee ATLAS, a citizen science project. Participants will capture bumble bees by net, learn how to safely handle them during the survey, and then gather the data needed for the ATLAS prior to releasing the bees. Bring a water bottle and wear comfortable, closed-toe shoes. All equipment for the survey will be provided. Registration required. Ages 10+

Celebrate National Pollinator Week by assisting with bumble bee surveys along the Runge Nature Center trails and learn about the Missouri Bumble Bee ATLAS, a citizen science project. Participants will capture bumble bees by net, learn how to safely handle them during the survey, and then gather the data needed for the ATLAS prior to releasing the bees. Bring a water bottle and wear comfortable, closed-toe shoes. All equipment for the survey will be provided. Registration required. Ages 10+