The Missouri River Bird Observatory hosts several webinars on Mondays at 6;30 p.m. on a wide variety of nature topics, mostly about birds, and many related subjects. If you missed any, they are available on YouTube as noted at the bottom of the screen. Click here for more inforamtion and to egister. Continue reading "Zooming and Learning"
A Five Part Series from our Deep Root friends in Kansas City Continue reading "Your Yard’s Place in Nature; A Beginner/ Refresher Garden Webinar Series."
Here’s a chance to get a free replacement for a Callery Pear tree ! Continue reading "Callery Pear Buyback 2024"
Partners for Native Landscaping- Spring Webinar Series Check out this extensive 10 part series beginning February 20th and running through March 20th Details and registration here Continue reading "Partners for Native Landscaping- Spring Webinar Series"
An informative article from Izel Native Plants Continue reading "Bird-Friendly Plants for Winter Forage"
People who would like to learn more about how to identify trees in winter should register for the Missouri Department of Conservation’s (MDC) virtual program “Winter Tree ID,” a free event from 10-11 a.m. on Jan. 27. This online program is being put on by the staff of MDC’s Shepherd of the Hills Conservation Center. […] Continue reading "Learn how to identify trees in winter at Jan. 27 MDC virtual program"
It is almost time! Each year, with the support of the Missouri Prairie Foundation’s Grow Nativeprogram, we award a front yard makeover using plants native to Missouri. The purpose is tohighlight the importance of using native plants, in a way that is both attractive to people, andbeneficial for the area’s wildlife. We are looking for […] Continue reading "New Year, New Landscape Challenge!"
Here’s a listing of MDC events happening in our area through January both in person and virtual. Click on the link for more information and to register Continue reading "Get Outside this winter"
Learn about owls at MDC virtual program on Dec. 20 WINONA, Mo. – Because of owls’ nocturnal lifestyles and their hunting of mice, rats, and other animals that can be pests for humans, these night-time birds are a fascinating and beneficial part of Missouri’s outdoors. People can learn more about owl species found in Missouri by […] Continue reading "Learn about nighttime visitors to your garden"
There is more than just using the new USDA map when selecting plants for your native garden. Check out this article by Benjamin Vogt to find out why. Continue reading "Stop Gardening by Hardiness Zone"