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Discover fishing in Missouri with MDC Free Fishing Days June 8-9

Statewide

Posted by Joe Jerek on May 17, 2013

Share a pastime that can last a lifetime. Along with fish, you may catch some priceless memories.

Striped bass to be stocked in Bull Shoals

James Cunningham with State Record Striped Bass

News from the Ozark and Southwest regions

Posted by Francis Skalicky on May 16, 2013

Because of their size and fighting qualities, striped bass are highly valued by anglers, and help make Missouri a great place to fish.

Trees may need special attention after wet spring

The roots of a toppled oak tree form a jagged vertical rosette.

Statewide

Posted by Jim Low on May 16, 2013

Imagine how difficult rainy weather would be for you if you breathed through your feet.

CRP Signups and Landowner Workshops Announced

Posted by Bill White on May 15, 2013

CRP Workshops are being held for landowners and agricultural producers in advance of the USDA Farm Service Agency’s Conservation Reserve Program (CRP) general sign-up that runs May 20th through June 14th.

MDC offers free community forestry workshop in Kansas City, and webinar

News from the Kansas City region

Posted by Bill Graham on May 15, 2013

June 4 workshop will discuss benefits of public trees and encourage care for urban forests.

Record Heritage Day Attendance at Twin Pines

Posted by A.J. Hendershott on May 15, 2013

Fair weather results in record attendance at this year's Heritage Day at Twin Pines CEC where visitors viewed Ozarks history and conservation in action.