While bass, catfish and bluegill get sluggish in the cold winter water, trout are in peak season. Join us for an overview of all things Missouri trout. Topics will include gearing up, techniques, regulations, and where MDC may stock trout in streams and ponds near you. This program is open to all ages but is […]

This program is designed to update agricultural lenders on crop market outlook, livestock market outlook, macroeconomics and policy, short-term operating plans and land rent. New tools for Direct Marketing and Missouri's Role in a Distributed Energy Future will also be discussed. Presenters will also cover current land values, cash rent and crop budgets. A representative […]

Register here Educates farmers and ranchers on tax related issues with a focus on timely issues impacting agricultural producers including depreciation of farm assets, carbon credits and wind and solar payments, new and COVID-19 related legislation related to agriculture, crop insurance payments, livestock sales, sale of farm assets, individual issues, state issues and more. This […]

Register here Educates farmers and ranchers on tax related issues with a focus on timely issues impacting agricultural producers including depreciation of farm assets, carbon credits and wind and solar payments, new and COVID-19 related legislation related to agriculture, crop insurance payments, livestock sales, sale of farm assets, individual issues, state issues and more. This […]

This seminar will focus on key issues affecting your agricultural lending decisions. No one has all the answers, but this seminar presents an opportunity to discuss and learn about current trends. Commodity prices, government policies, the changing structure of agriculture, environmental concerns, and international trade all affect the success of your clients. Like many facets […]

Register here Educates farmers and ranchers on tax related issues with a focus on timely issues impacting agricultural producers including depreciation of farm assets, carbon credits and wind and solar payments, new and COVID-19 related legislation related to agriculture, crop insurance payments, livestock sales, sale of farm assets, individual issues, state issues and more. This […]

Register here Educates farmers and ranchers on tax related issues with a focus on timely issues impacting agricultural producers including depreciation of farm assets, carbon credits and wind and solar payments, new and COVID-19 related legislation related to agriculture, crop insurance payments, livestock sales, sale of farm assets, individual issues, state issues and more. This […]

Are your children interested in shooting, but you need help getting started? Air rifle is one of the safest ways to start the youth off in shooting safely. We will cover the basic safety of a firearm, fundamentals of shooting and other youth programs available. This will be a fun and safe way for children […]

Whether you are new to home food preservation, or you just need a refresher on something you’ve been doing for years, this home food preservation canning "boot camp" workshop can help you preserve food safely and efficiently. Three methods of home food preservation will be included: pressure canning (vegetables/low acid foods), water bath canning (salsas) […]

Registration required for youngsters only (ages 3-5 with an adult) There’s a gift from a wild animal waiting for you! The wildlife of Missouri sure are generous. From other animals to us humans, wildlife knows just what the best gift is! They can sing, they share their things, they help us grow trees. There are […]

Registration required for youngsters only (ages 3-5 with an adult) There’s a gift from a wild animal waiting for you! The wildlife of Missouri sure are generous. From other animals to us humans, wildlife knows just what the best gift is! They can sing, they share their things, they help us grow trees. There are […]

Join the College of Agriculture, Food, and Natural Resources at the University of Missouri (CAFNR-MU) as panelists provide insight into the opportunities for Missouri agriculture. Crop and livestock outlook, input costs, trade possibilities, and farm policy options will highlight the agenda for the day. Event Details December 8, 2021 Check-in time:  8:30 am Start Time:  […]

Join the College of Agriculture, Food, and Natural Resources at the University of Missouri (CAFNR-MU) as panelists provide insight into the opportunities for Missouri agriculture. Crop and livestock outlook, input costs, trade possibilities, and farm policy options will highlight the agenda for the day. Event Details December 8, 2021 Check-in time:  8:30 am Start Time:  […]

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 […]

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 […]

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.

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.

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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

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

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. […]

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. […]

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 […]

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 […]

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, […]

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, […]

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 […]

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 […]

Join us as we review each Top 10 Series that we highlighted this year. As we look at each series, you will get the presenter's pick from each series.

Join us as we review each Top 10 Series that we highlighted this year. As we look at each series, you will get the presenter's pick from each series.

Are you looking for that first bow or BB gun for your child? This program will discuss how to get your child started shooting and the proper equipment selection.

Are you looking for that first bow or BB gun for your child? This program will discuss how to get your child started shooting and the proper equipment selection.

Any outdoorsman can ID trees with their leaves on, but bona fide tree nerds can even identify them in the winter. Join Community Forester Chuck Conner as he teaches how to identify trees when they’re “naked”. Participants in this workshop will learn the basics of tree identification including leaf shapes, arrangements, buds, twig, fruit, bark, […]

Any outdoorsman can ID trees with their leaves on, but bona fide tree nerds can even identify them in the winter. Join Community Forester Chuck Conner as he teaches how to identify trees when they’re “naked”. Participants in this workshop will learn the basics of tree identification including leaf shapes, arrangements, buds, twig, fruit, bark, […]

Ever wonder what it takes to keep the nature center reptiles and amphibians happy? Watch from your home or classroom as naturalists introduce and feed several Missouri amphibians and reptiles. Please ensure your MDC account includes an accurate email address to receive a link to the virtual program.

Ever wonder what it takes to keep the nature center reptiles and amphibians happy? Watch from your home or classroom as naturalists introduce and feed several Missouri amphibians and reptiles. Please ensure your MDC account includes an accurate email address to receive a link to the virtual program.

Chomp, Chomp, Chomp...Splash! Beavers are busy even in the ice cold waters of winter. Come in to learn more about beavers and construct your very own beaver lodge. Registration required. Ages 0-2 years.

Chomp, Chomp, Chomp...Splash! Beavers are busy even in the ice cold waters of winter. Come in to learn more about beavers and construct your very own beaver lodge. Registration required. Ages 0-2 years.

Put on your hiking shoes and join us for a guided hike at Rock Bridge State Park in Boone County to explore the Gann's Creek Natural Area. 5 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, dress […]

Put on your hiking shoes and join us for a guided hike at Rock Bridge State Park in Boone County to explore the Gann's Creek Natural Area. 5 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, dress […]

Hunting and fishing are great ways to spend time outdoors in Missouri. But what do you do with the fish and animals that you harvested? This program is designed to help people learn how to clean the animals they killed, and to show them simple and tasty ways to prepare them for the table. Join […]

Hunting and fishing are great ways to spend time outdoors in Missouri. But what do you do with the fish and animals that you harvested? This program is designed to help people learn how to clean the animals they killed, and to show them simple and tasty ways to prepare them for the table. Join […]

A young fox is worried about the coming winter. All the animals in the forest seem to have a different plan for surviving the cold. None of them seem quite right for the fox until another fox has a brilliant suggestions. The next story is about a family ski trip through the forest. They learn […]

A young fox is worried about the coming winter. All the animals in the forest seem to have a different plan for surviving the cold. None of them seem quite right for the fox until another fox has a brilliant suggestions. The next story is about a family ski trip through the forest. They learn […]

Beautiful Nature is all around us. Many famous painters found inspiration for their art in nature. Join us in painting a nature scene, from sweeping landscapes, such as the forest starting to show fall colors, to other nature details such as a fuzzy caterpillar scuttling along a leaf! This event will be led by volunteers […]

Beautiful Nature is all around us. Many famous painters found inspiration for their art in nature. Join us in painting a nature scene, from sweeping landscapes, such as the forest starting to show fall colors, to other nature details such as a fuzzy caterpillar scuttling along a leaf! This event will be led by volunteers […]

Celebrate the holidays and help Runge make use of removed invasive red cedar trees and Oriental bittersweet by creating your own cedar wreath to take home. Registration required. All ages.

Celebrate the holidays and help Runge make use of removed invasive red cedar trees and Oriental bittersweet by creating your own cedar wreath to take home. Registration required. All ages.

Woodpeckers are at their most visible during the winter months. Their drumming, chattering and flapping are the soundtrack of the winter forest. Join us for a beginner’s guide to each woodpecker species that calls Missouri home. Learn how to identify them by sight and sound, their interesting life histories, and ways that you might be […]

Woodpeckers are at their most visible during the winter months. Their drumming, chattering and flapping are the soundtrack of the winter forest. Join us for a beginner’s guide to each woodpecker species that calls Missouri home. Learn how to identify them by sight and sound, their interesting life histories, and ways that you might be […]

Who’s hopping up that tree, making that sound, or eating that birdseed? Find out the answer to these and many more questions as we explore the woods near the nature center looking for winter migrants and other cool bird species.

Who’s hopping up that tree, making that sound, or eating that birdseed? Find out the answer to these and many more questions as we explore the woods near the nature center looking for winter migrants and other cool bird species.

Registration required (all ages) Birds are vital parts of our ecosystems and an amazingly diverse group of animals. Join Naturalist Lisa Richter for a fun and in depth look at midwestern bird groups including raptors, summer and winter migrants, year-long residents, waterfowl and more! Active email address required to receive virtual invite to event.

Registration required (all ages) Birds are vital parts of our ecosystems and an amazingly diverse group of animals. Join Naturalist Lisa Richter for a fun and in depth look at midwestern bird groups including raptors, summer and winter migrants, year-long residents, waterfowl and more! Active email address required to receive virtual invite to event.

Why do deer shed their antlers? Where and when can you find shed antlers? What can shed antlers be used for? Join us to learn the answers to these questions and more! Registration is required. Weather dependent, we will venture out to the trail and look for shed antlers.

Why do deer shed their antlers? Where and when can you find shed antlers? What can shed antlers be used for? Join us to learn the answers to these questions and more! Registration is required. Weather dependent, we will venture out to the trail and look for shed antlers.

This virtual program is part three of a multi-part series on primitive skills and bushcraft. This “Bow Drill Fire Method” virtual program is an introduction to the Bow Drill and how to use it to start fires. We will discuss materials, construction, and use to start fires with this truly primitive skill! Start time will […]

This virtual program is part three of a multi-part series on primitive skills and bushcraft. This “Bow Drill Fire Method” virtual program is an introduction to the Bow Drill and how to use it to start fires. We will discuss materials, construction, and use to start fires with this truly primitive skill! Start time will […]

Fly tying is an enjoyable way to stay connected with the sport of fishing during the winter months. Discover what equipment is needed to tie flies before creating your own to take home. All equipment and materials will be provided. Registration required. Ages 10 and up.

Fly tying is an enjoyable way to stay connected with the sport of fishing during the winter months. Discover what equipment is needed to tie flies before creating your own to take home. All equipment and materials will be provided. Registration required. Ages 10 and up.

What better way to get refreshed for the New Year than to watch the last sunset of this year before taking a quiet stroll in the crisp winter night at Columbia Bottom? Watch the sun set before we start our walk to the Confluence of the Mississippi and Missouri rivers on a paved wooded path. […]

What better way to get refreshed for the New Year than to watch the last sunset of this year before taking a quiet stroll in the crisp winter night at Columbia Bottom? Watch the sun set before we start our walk to the Confluence of the Mississippi and Missouri rivers on a paved wooded path. […]