Learn about fly tying, woodcarving, winter bird feeding and more with MDC in November
SPRINGFIELD, Mo. – Don’t forget to pencil in a few fun programs with the Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) throughout November.
Anglers of all levels are invited to take part in Fly Tying – Session 1 – Vise and Tools from 6-7:30 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 5, at Shoal Creek Conservation Education Center, 201 W. Riviera Drive in Joplin. Join MDC staff, MAKO fly fishers, and Bud's Bait in this fly-tying series designed for beginners and experts alike. All materials will be provided, but feel free to bring your own vice and tools. Space is limited. Register at mdc-event-web.s3licensing.com/Event/EventDetails/222221
Fly Tying – Session 2 – Dubbings will be 6-7:30 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 19, at Shoal Creek Conservation Education Center. Session 2 will introduce you to dubbings and you will be making scuds and nymphs. Register at mdc-event-web.s3licensing.com/Event/EventDetails/222223
Discover the joys of shooting one of the all-time favorite rifles, the .22 rifle, during Learn to Shoot: Rifle from 9 a.m. to noon Saturday, Nov. 7, at Andy Dalton Shooting Range and Education Center, 4897 N. Farm Road 61 in Ash Grove. MDC staff will discuss rifle nomenclature, dominant eye, sight picture, sight alignment, breath control, trigger squeeze, shooting positions, plus much more. MDC will provide rifles and ammunition for those who do not have one. If you plan to use your own, bring a minimum of 50 rounds of new ammunition in the caliber of your rifle. Register at mdc-event-web.s3licensing.com/Event/EventDetails/219343
Join MDC staff for Stroll & S’mores from 4-6 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 7, at Shoal Creek Conservation Education Center in Joplin. The group will take a fall stroll in Wildcat Park, then spend a cozy evening around the fire making some delectable s’mores. This walk is rated easy but be sure to dress for the weather and bring a comfy outdoor chair. Recommend for ages 7 and up. Registration is required. Register at mdc-event-web.s3licensing.com/Event/EventDetails/221760
Tune in to Winter Sowing for Springtime Sprouts from noon to 1 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 10. Winter is the perfect time to winter sow native seeds. Check out this virtual program for an introduction to simple, low-cost ways to start germinating native seeds. Register at mdc-event-web.s3licensing.com/Event/EventDetails/222061
Visit members of the Southern Missouri Woodcarving Artists for a Woodcarving Demonstration from 1-4 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 14, at Springfield Conservation Nature Center. The group will share information, demonstrate carving techniques, and show works in progress. The demo is open to all ages. No registration is required. Learn more at mdc-event-web.s3licensing.com/Event/EventDetails/221904
Winter can be a challenging time for Missouri’s birds, but you can learn more about helping them with virtual program Winter Bird Feeding from 3:30-4:30 p.m. Friday, Nov. 20. Discover which birds stick around for the winter, what foods they need, and how to create a safe, welcoming feeding station in your own backyard for their enjoyment and yours. Register at mdc-event-web.s3licensing.com/Event/EventDetails/221907
A thorough list of events spanning southwest and across Missouri may be found at https://mdc.mo.gov/events
Join MDC’s Southwest Region’s Facebook group for more information, photos, and events at www.facebook.com/groups/1591790879010713
MDC is committed to accessibility at all of its nature centers, regional facilities, conservation areas, and public programs. To request ADA accommodation for participation in an MDC program, visit mdc.mo.gov/accessibility.
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