For years now, the Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) has been working hard to expand the states elk population.
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Stopping the Kudzu Epidemic On Your Property this Year
Kudzu is a type of vine, native to Asia, that chokes out surrounding vegetation by its spreading. The vine, originally brought to the United States in 1876 during the Philadelphia Centennial Expedition, has become well known.
Starting July 1, Apply Online for MDC Managed Deer Hunt
Starting July 1, hunters can go to the Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) website to apply for a managed deer hunt.
Annual Free Fishing Weekend in Missouri- June 8 and 9
Once again it is spring and time for free fishing. This weekend, June 8-9, 2019 anyone can fish for free in Missouri.
Stay Aware of Bears in Missouri this Summer
Warm summer months means that nature is at its full strength- everything from animals to plants are out getting some sunshine.
Rain Causes Mississippi River to Rise to Highest Levels in 92 Years
Spring in Missouri this year has been exceptionally wet, and those located near streams and rivers can attest to that.
MDC Wants to Raise Trout Permits and Tags in 2020
The Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) manages to raise and release almost two million trout every year.
Botswana Lifts Elephant Hunting ban due to Conflict With Humans
In 2014 a country in Africa, Botswana, implemented an elephant hunting ban; five years later, Botswana has more elephants than any other country in Africa.
Unauthorized Bear Sign on AA Highway Causes Confusion
Alton, Missouri has a “Bear in the Area” sign posted on Highway AA near the Mark Twain Forest Preserve.
“Bear in Area” Sign Spotted On AA Highway Out of Alton
On Highway AA, which is north of Alton, MO off State Route 19 a “Bear in the Area” sign was installed.
Feral Hogs are Taking Over Southern Missouri
Lately the feral hog population has been skyrocketing throughout the state of Missouri causing farmers to quit planting their fields.
Tick-Borne Lyme Disease on The Rise for 2020
The tick has been hitching rides on your friendly neighborhood mammals (deer) and has now spread to more places than ever.