MDC

Central

Central Missouri has a bounty of fish, forest and wildlife resources available to the public. The Missouri Department of Conservation manages 90 conservation areas totaling 69,800 acres in the region. Fishing opportunities abound in the Central Region. Anglers can choose from many ponds, lakes, streams and the Missouri River, which flows 265 miles through the region. Hunters can find upland game, waterfowl and big game in good numbers on many of the conservation areas. Hikers or wildlife enthusiasts can find plenty of trails to explore. School groups, civic organizations and the general public will enjoy a visit to the Runge Conservation Nature Center. Nature exhibits, hiking trails, scheduled programs, movies and a gift shop provide fun and educational opportunities. Check out the Central Region links for more information on conservation areas and programs.

Poisonous Mushrooms of Missouri Workshop

Join Maxine Stone, author of Missouri’s Wild Mushrooms, as she discusses the mushrooms that should NOT make it to your dinner table! Saturday, Feb. 18, 2012, at 10 a.m. at MDC's Resource Science Center, 1110 S. College Ave. Columbia, Mo.  

Reform CA Closures

Reform Conservation Area is closed whenever its security level reaches high (orange). The current security level is yellow (elevated).

Bow Hunting in Columbia, Missouri

The City of Columbia allows archery hunting on private property via statewide archery regulations.