Taking extra time to plant certain things strategically located can help deter wildlife. Rosemary can keep away rabbits.
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What Gardening Should You Do In July?
While major planting is not thought of in July, the gardening mind is still active. Here are a few activities to feed that gardening spirit.
Best In Small Town Rankings- Alton!
Recently, World Atlas posted an article about the best small towns in Missouri. Alton, Missouri, has a small-town charm.
Is That Snake Poisonous? Find Out Here
The MDC will host a virtual program, “Venomous Snakes of Missouri.”. Learn how to distinguish good snakes from dangerous ones.
Different Way To Attend Frogging Class- Write!
Fishing and frog gigging are two summer activities that can help connect people with their outdoor, and MDC is offering a youth class.
Look For 6 Planets Aligning On Monday
This is a spectacular year, astronomically speaking. What’s Next? On Monday night, six planets are lining up!
Community Free Virtual Class On Harvesting Mushrooms
The MDC will offer a free virtual Foraging Summertime Mushrooms program to prepare you for summertime foraging.
Gobble, Gobble- Turkey Numbers Are In
The Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) has reported over 40,000 turkeys harvested during the spring season.
MDC Is Taking Bear And Elk Hunting Application Permits From May 1st-31st
MDC will offer 400 permits for the taking of a maximum of 40 black bears during the 2024 black-bear hunting season and five permits to hunt bull elk in Missouri this fall.
Large Cicada Army Set To Hatch This Year
While cicadas don’t hatch yearly, three sets of cicadas are hatching this year. Southern Missouri will see the hatchings near the end of May.
Just Opened- Farming Photo Contest
Focus on Missouri Agriculture wants to see your pictures. They are having a photo contest until June 7, 2024.
Do You Know Your Yellow Spring Flowers?
As we come into spring, one plant you may see everywhere is the Bulbous Buttercup. In the spring, its yellow flowers are predominant.