If you would like to submit an event for the Community Calendar

please email the information to events@kmzu.com, fax it to (660) 542-0420,

or mail it to: 102 N. Mason • Carrollton, MO 64633

Please send submissions two weeks before event to ensure they are included on the calendar.

Ag Lenders Seminar – Kirksville

Description This program is designed to update agricultural lenders on crop market outlook; livestock market outlook; macroeconomics; land values and rental rates; enterprise budgets; risk management tools, tax law changes; the Earned Income Tax Credit; and the American Rescue Plan. Click to review Agenda (opens in new window) Register online or download the registration form(opens […]

$90

Ag Lenders Seminar – Kirksville

Description This program is designed to update agricultural lenders on crop market outlook; livestock market outlook; macroeconomics; land values and rental rates; enterprise budgets; risk management tools, tax law changes; the Earned Income Tax Credit; and the American Rescue Plan. Click to review Agenda (opens in new window) Register online or download the registration form(opens […]

$90

Little Acorns

Everyone loves a good story, and we have plenty of them here at the nature center! You and your little one can watch and listen as our Naturalist reads a couple nature stories. This program is designed for children 0-6 years of age, but is open to all.

Free

Little Acorns

Everyone loves a good story, and we have plenty of them here at the nature center! You and your little one can watch and listen as our Naturalist reads a couple nature stories. This program is designed for children 0-6 years of age, but is open to all.

Free

MU Forage/Livestock Town Hall

The December town hall will feature Scott Poock who is part of MU Extension in the area veterinary medicine and continuing education discussing diagnosing calving problems in heifers. In addition, Pat Guinan who is a climatologist with MU Extension in the area of atmospheric sciences will provide a weather report. This town hall will be […]

Free

MU Forage/Livestock Town Hall

The December town hall will feature Scott Poock who is part of MU Extension in the area veterinary medicine and continuing education discussing diagnosing calving problems in heifers. In addition, Pat Guinan who is a climatologist with MU Extension in the area of atmospheric sciences will provide a weather report. This town hall will be […]

Free

Fishing Skills: Trout Fishing For Kids

We'll start the morning off with a trout fishing lesson in the class room at the Kansas City Regional Conservation Office where we'll learn how to catch and clean trout. Then we'll head down to Honker Pond to try our luck catching some hungry trout. Dress for the weather but if you get cold while […]

Free

Fishing Skills: Trout Fishing For Kids

We'll start the morning off with a trout fishing lesson in the class room at the Kansas City Regional Conservation Office where we'll learn how to catch and clean trout. Then we'll head down to Honker Pond to try our luck catching some hungry trout. Dress for the weather but if you get cold while […]

Free

Basic Compass Use

This will be an introduction into the use of a compass. There will be classroom instruction as well outdoor activities.

Free

Basic Compass Use

This will be an introduction into the use of a compass. There will be classroom instruction as well outdoor activities.

Free

Discover Nature Virtual Fireside Nature Stories

Join a naturalist, virtually, for a nature story or two around our Runge fireplace. Grab your favorite blanket and snuggle up to watch and listen to stories geared for the little ones but enjoyed by all ages. The presenter will send the program link to participants by e-mail the day of the program. Registration required. […]

Free

Discover Nature Virtual Fireside Nature Stories

Join a naturalist, virtually, for a nature story or two around our Runge fireplace. Grab your favorite blanket and snuggle up to watch and listen to stories geared for the little ones but enjoyed by all ages. The presenter will send the program link to participants by e-mail the day of the program. Registration required. […]

Free

MDC Virtual Winter Backyard Bird Watching

Winter is a great time to watch birds in your own backyard. Virtually observe birds visiting birdfeeders while we discover what species may commonly be found in backyards, how to identify them, and how to attract and conserve birds on your property. Presenter will send participants the program link via e-mail the day before and […]

Free

MDC Virtual Winter Backyard Bird Watching

Winter is a great time to watch birds in your own backyard. Virtually observe birds visiting birdfeeders while we discover what species may commonly be found in backyards, how to identify them, and how to attract and conserve birds on your property. Presenter will send participants the program link via e-mail the day before and […]

Free

Midweek Trekkers: Lake of the Ozarks State Park

Grab your hiking stick and join a guided hike at Lake of the Ozarks State Park in Miller County and explore the Trail of the Four Winds-North Loop. 4 miles-moderate. Meet at the Runge Nature Center or the trailhead. Hike leaders will contact participants before the hike to give directions if needed. Wear sturdy shoes, […]

Free

Midweek Trekkers: Lake of the Ozarks State Park

Grab your hiking stick and join a guided hike at Lake of the Ozarks State Park in Miller County and explore the Trail of the Four Winds-North Loop. 4 miles-moderate. Meet at the Runge Nature Center or the trailhead. Hike leaders will contact participants before the hike to give directions if needed. Wear sturdy shoes, […]

Free

Virtual Bushcraft Series: Fire Building

This virtual program is part two of a multi-part series on primitive skills and bushcraft. “Fire Building and Safety” virtual program is intended to help you better construct, start, and maintain a fire in any situation. We will also cover the basic campfire safety rules and care of any fires. Start time will be 12:10 […]

Free

Virtual Bushcraft Series: Fire Building

This virtual program is part two of a multi-part series on primitive skills and bushcraft. “Fire Building and Safety” virtual program is intended to help you better construct, start, and maintain a fire in any situation. We will also cover the basic campfire safety rules and care of any fires. Start time will be 12:10 […]

Free