MDC Nature Centers
Missouri's conservation nature centers offer modern exhibits on nature and the environment. Nature centers can be found in St. Louis, Blue Springs, Springfield, Jefferson City and Cape Girardeau. These centers have hosted millions of visitors.
Visitors to these conservation nature centers connect with nature in a variety of ways, including:
- taking a walk on an interpretative trail or a nature trail
- learning about wildlife through live exhibits
- attending workshops or classes on a multitude of conservation related topics
One of the newest centers, the Discovery Center in Kansas City, enables inner city residents to learn about conservation and stay in touch with nature.
Regardless of your age or interest, your nearby conservation nature center is a great place to reconnect with nature.
| Event and Date | Location | Reserve by: |
|---|---|---|
| Temporary Display - Along the Road
Tuesday, February 2 – Saturday, February 27, 2010 |
Cape Girardeau Conservation Nature Center | |
| Conservation Kids Club-Nights Special Secrets
Tuesday, February 9, 2010 |
Burr Oak Woods Nature Center | Tuesday, February 9 |
| Feeding Frenzy!
Wednesday, February 10, 2010 |
Powder Valley Conservation Nature Center | Wednesday, February 10 |
| Green Acres-Conservation Management
Wednesday, February 10, 2010 |
Burr Oak Woods Nature Center | Wednesday, February 10 |
| Story Time With Ms. Ladybug
Wednesday, February 10, 2010 |
Springfield Conservation Nature Center | |
| FFA Field Day
Thursday, February 11, 2010 |
Twin Pines Conservation Education Center | Tuesday, February 9 |
| GPP: Little Acorns - Animal Wrappers
Thursday, February 11, 2010 |
Runge Nature Center | Thursday, February 11 |
| GPP: Missouri Birds
Thursday, February 11, 2010 |
Runge Nature Center | |
| CRP Mid Contract Management Workshop for Landowners
Thursday, February 11, 2010 |
Ferguson Center, Missouri Valley College, Marshall MO | Tuesday, February 9 |
| WildHeart In Concert: Bringing The Heart Of The Wild To The Heart Of The Child
Friday, February 12, 2010 |
Springfield Conservation Nature Center | Friday, February 12 |
| WildHeart In Concert: Bringing The Heart Of The Wild To The Heart Of The Child
Friday, February 12, 2010 |
Springfield Conservation Nature Center | Friday, February 12 |
| The Great Backyard Bird Count
Friday, February 12, 2010 |
Springfield Conservation Nature Center | |
| Little Acorns: Winter Woodpeckers
Friday, February 12, 2010 |
Springfield Conservation Nature Center | Friday, February 12 |
| Little Acorns: Winter Woodpeckers
Friday, February 12, 2010 |
Springfield Conservation Nature Center | Friday, February 12 |
| How Wildlife Weathers Winter
Saturday, February 13, 2010 |
Powder Valley Conservation Nature Center | Friday, February 12 |
| Nature Nuts
Saturday, February 13, 2010 |
Twin Pines Conservation Education Center | Thursday, February 11 |
| LOVE IS FOR THE BIRDS
Saturday, February 13, 2010 |
Anita B. Gorman Conservation Discovery Center | |
| GPP: Little Acorns - Animal Wrappers
Saturday, February 13, 2010 |
Runge Nature Center | Saturday, February 13 |
| GPP: I Love Slimy Salamanders
Saturday, February 13, 2010 |
Runge Nature Center | |
| The Great Backyard Bird Count
Saturday, February 13, 2010 |
Springfield Conservation Nature Center | |
| Little Acorns: Winter Woodpeckers
Saturday, February 13, 2010 |
Springfield Conservation Nature Center | Saturday, February 13 |
| Backyard Bird BINGO
Saturday, February 13, 2010 |
Springfield Conservation Nature Center | |
| Backyard Bird BINGO
Saturday, February 13, 2010 |
Springfield Conservation Nature Center | |
| Hiking Club
Saturday, February 13, 2010 |
Springfield Conservation Nature Center | Saturday, February 13 |
| Love is in the air
Saturday, February 13, 2010 |
Burr Oak Woods Nature Center | Saturday, February 13 |
| Mudpuppies-Wildlife in Winter
Saturday, February 13, 2010 |
Cape Girardeau Conservation Nature Center | Saturday, February 13 |
| Discover Nature Families: What's In An Owl Pellet?
Sunday, February 14, 2010 |
Springfield Conservation Nature Center | Sunday, February 14 |
| Together Forever
Sunday, February 14, 2010 |
Burr Oak Woods Nature Center | Sunday, February 14 |
| GPP: Cabin Fever Day
Monday, February 15, 2010 |
Runge Nature Center | |
| GPP: Little Acorns - Animal Wrappers
Tuesday, February 16, 2010 |
Runge Nature Center | Tuesday, February 16 |
| GPP: Conservation Kids' Club - Tracking Down Tracks and Scat
Tuesday, February 16, 2010 |
Runge Nature Center | Friday, February 12 |
| Bird Watchers
Tuesday, February 16, 2010 |
Burr Oak Woods Nature Center | Tuesday, February 16 |
| Pine Forest Walk
Tuesday, February 16, 2010 |
Burr Oak Woods Nature Center | Tuesday, February 16 |
| Purple Martin Primer
Tuesday, February 16, 2010 |
Cape Girardeau Conservation Nature Center | Tuesday, February 16 |
| Mudpuppies-Wildlife in Winter
Tuesday, February 16, 2010 |
Cape Girardeau Conservation Nature Center | Saturday, February 13 |
Reserve your place for these upcoming events:
| Event and Date | Location | Reserve by: |
|---|---|---|
| GPP: Little Acorns - Animal Wrappers
Tuesday, February 16, 2010 |
Runge Nature Center | Tuesday, February 16 |
| GPP: Conservation Kids' Club - Tracking Down Tracks and Scat
Tuesday, February 16, 2010 |
Runge Nature Center | Friday, February 12 |
| Bird Watchers
Tuesday, February 16, 2010 |
Burr Oak Woods Nature Center | Tuesday, February 16 |
| Pine Forest Walk
Tuesday, February 16, 2010 |
Burr Oak Woods Nature Center | Tuesday, February 16 |
| Purple Martin Primer
Tuesday, February 16, 2010 |
Cape Girardeau Conservation Nature Center | Tuesday, February 16 |
| Mudpuppies-Wildlife in Winter
Tuesday, February 16, 2010 |
Cape Girardeau Conservation Nature Center | Saturday, February 13 |
| Little Acorns: Squirrel Scamper
Wednesday, February 17, 2010 |
Springfield Conservation Nature Center | Wednesday, February 17 |
| Little Acorns: Squirrel Scamper
Wednesday, February 17, 2010 |
Springfield Conservation Nature Center | Wednesday, February 17 |
| Only About Owls
Wednesday, February 17, 2010 |
burr oak woods nature center | Wednesday, February 17 |
| Colors of Winter
Wednesday, February 17, 2010 |
Burr Oak Woods Nature Center | Wednesday, February 17 |
| Squirrelly Squirrels
Thursday, February 18, 2010 |
Powder Valley Conservation Nature Center | Wednesday, February 17 |
| Little Stinker's Storytime
Thursday, February 18, 2010 |
Twin Pines Conservation Education Center | Tuesday, February 16 |
| GPP: Nature's Needlers - Lady Bug
Thursday, February 18, 2010 |
Runge Nature Center | Thursday, February 18 |
| GPP: Nature's Needlers - Lady Bug
Thursday, February 18, 2010 |
Runge Nature Center | Thursday, February 18 |
| Discover Nature-Families:Twittering with Coyotes
Friday, February 19, 2010 |
Powder Valley Conservation Nature Center | Thursday, February 18 |
| Owl Prowl
Friday, February 19, 2010 |
Springfield Conservation Nature Center | Friday, February 19 |
| GPP: Runge Hiking Club - Little Dixie CA
Saturday, February 20, 2010 |
Runge Nature Center | Saturday, February 20 |
| Conservation TEEN Club: Vulture Venture
Saturday, February 20, 2010 |
Springfield Conservation Nature Center | Saturday, February 20 |
| Discover Nature Families-Rodent Rap
Saturday, February 20, 2010 |
Burr Oak Woods Nature Center | Saturday, February 20 |
| Birdhouse Workday
Saturday, February 20, 2010 |
Twin Pines Conservation Education Center | Thursday, February 18 |
| Racers - Spring Journeys
Saturday, February 20, 2010 |
Cape Girardeau Conservation Nature Center | Saturday, February 20 |
| Conservation Trails-Hickory Canyons/Pickle Springs
Saturday, February 20, 2010 |
Cape Girardeau Conservation Nature Center | Saturday, February 20 |
| Trapping Techniques
Sunday, February 21, 2010 |
Burr Oak Woods Nature Center | Sunday, February 21 |
| Nature Art - Nature Scrapbooking
Tuesday, February 23, 2010 |
Cape Girardeau Conservation Nature Center | Tuesday, February 23 |
| Tying Flies
Thursday, February 25, 2010 |
Twin Pines Conservation Education Center | Tuesday, February 23 |
| Conservation Kids' Club: Nature Games
Thursday, February 25, 2010 |
Springfield Conservation Nature Center | Thursday, February 25 |
| Eagles
Friday, February 26, 2010 |
Twin Pines Conservation Education Center | Friday, February 26 |
| Little Acorns: Skunk Scurry
Friday, February 26, 2010 |
Springfield Conservation Nature Center | Friday, February 26 |
| Little Acorns: Skunk Scurry
Friday, February 26, 2010 |
Springfield Conservation Nature Center | Friday, February 26 |
| Nocturnal Animals
Friday, February 26, 2010 |
Springfield Conservation Nature Center | Friday, February 26 |
| Little Acorns: Skunk Scurry
Saturday, February 27, 2010 |
Springfield Conservation Nature Center | Saturday, February 27 |
| Great River Road Adventure
Saturday, February 27, 2010 |
Cape Girardeau Conservation Nature Center | Saturday, February 27 |
| Secret Lives of Raptors
Sunday, February 28, 2010 |
Burr Oak Woods Nature Center | Sunday, February 28 |
| Sensational Animal Series - Listen: Animal Sound
Tuesday, March 2, 2010 |
Forest Park Visitor Center | Friday, March 5 |
| Bison Bounty
Wednesday, March 3 – Friday, March 5, 2010 |
Twin Pines Conservation Education Center | Sunday, February 28 |
| The lost art of Maple Sugaring
Thursday, March 4, 2010 |
Burr Oak Woods Nature Center | Thursday, March 4 |
| Discover Nature Families: Turkey Hunting For Beginners
Thursday, March 4, 2010 |
Springfield Conservation Nature Center | Thursday, March 4 |
| Little Acorns: Salamander Slide
Friday, March 5, 2010 |
Springfield Conservation Nature Center | Friday, March 5 |
| Little Acorns: Salamander Slide
Friday, March 5, 2010 |
Springfield Conservation Nature Center | Friday, March 5 |
| Wonderful Worms
Saturday, March 6, 2010 |
Powder Valley Conservation Nature Center | Saturday, March 6 |
| Discover Nature Families - Photography
Saturday, March 6, 2010 |
Cape Girardeau Conservation Nature Center | Saturday, March 6 |
| Naturescaping Workshop
Saturday, March 6, 2010 |
Burr Oak Woods Nature Center | Saturday, March 6 |
| Native Plant Sale
Saturday, March 6, 2010 |
Burr Oak Woods Nature Center | Saturday, March 6 |
| Little Acorns: Salamander Slide
Saturday, March 6, 2010 |
Springfield Conservation Nature Center | Friday, February 5 |
| Hiking Club
Saturday, March 6, 2010 |
Springfield Conservation Nature Center | Saturday, March 6 |
| Project Wildflower
Sunday, March 7, 2010 |
Twin Pines Conservation Education Center | Friday, March 5 |
| Tree Selection and Planting
Tuesday, March 9, 2010 |
Burr Oak Woods Nature Center | Tuesday, March 9 |
| Little Acorns: Spring Has Sprung
Tuesday, March 9, 2010 |
Springfield Conservation Nature Center | Tuesday, March 9 |
| Little Acorns: Spring Has Sprung
Tuesday, March 9, 2010 |
Springfield Conservation Nature Center | Tuesday, March 9 |
| Smokey Bear
Wednesday, March 10 – Friday, March 12, 2010 |
Twin Pines Conservation Education Center | Monday, March 8 |
| Our Favorite Swallow, the Purple Martin
Thursday, March 11, 2010 |
Powder Valley Conservation Nature Center | Thursday, March 11 |
| Nature's Niche: Romancing the Owl
Friday, March 12, 2010 |
Powder Valley Conservation Nature Center | Thursday, March 11 |
| Nature Nuts
Saturday, March 13, 2010 |
Twin Pines Conservation Education Center | Thursday, March 11 |
| Dutch Oven Cooking
Saturday, March 13, 2010 |
Twin Pines Conservation Education Center | Thursday, March 11 |
| Discover Nature Families:Woodcock Hike
Saturday, March 13, 2010 |
Burr Oak Woods Nature Center | Saturday, March 13 |
| American Woodcocks
Saturday, March 13, 2010 |
Burr Oak Woods Nature Center | Saturday, March 13 |
| The Art of Woodcarving
Saturday, March 13, 2010 |
Springfield Conservation Nature Center | Saturday, March 13 |
| Time for Turtles
Wednesday, March 17, 2010 |
Burr Oak Woods Nature Center | Wednesday, March 17 |
| Homeschool-How well do you know Nature?
Wednesday, March 17, 2010 |
Burr Oak Woods Nature Center | Wednesday, March 17 |
| Tap! Tap! Tap! Woodpeckers!
Thursday, March 18, 2010 |
Powder Valley Conservation Nature Center | Wednesday, March 17 |
| Little Stinker's Storytime
Thursday, March 18, 2010 |
Twin Pines Conservation Education Center | Tuesday, March 16 |
| Nature Art - Seed Packets
Thursday, March 18, 2010 |
Cape Girardeau Conservation Nature Center | Thursday, March 18 |
| Ozark Day Hiking And Backpacking--Trips And Tips
Thursday, March 18, 2010 |
Springfield Conservation Nature Center | Thursday, March 18 |
| Babes In The Woods
Thursday, March 18, 2010 |
Springfield Conservation Nature Center | Thursday, March 18 |
| Beginning Birding
Friday, March 19, 2010 |
Powder Valley Conservation Nature Center | Thursday, March 18 |
| Amazing Animal Skulls
Friday, March 19, 2010 |
Powder V alley Conservation Nature Center | Thursday, March 18 |
| Birding Hike
Friday, March 19, 2010 |
Burr Oak Woods Nature Center | Friday, March 19 |
| Natures Niche:Attracting Nature with Native Plants
Saturday, March 20, 2010 |
Powder Valley Conservation Nature Center | Friday, March 19 |
| Birdhouse Contest
Saturday, March 20, 2010 |
Twin Pines Conservation Education Center | Saturday, March 20 |
| Wake Up! It's Spring!
Saturday, March 20, 2010 |
Burr Oak Woods Nature Center | Saturday, March 20 |
| Discover Hunting - Hunting Spring Gobblers
Saturday, March 20, 2010 |
Cape Girardeau Conservation Nature Center | Saturday, March 20 |
| Mudpuppies - Busy Beavers
Saturday, March 20, 2010 |
Cape Girardeau Conservation Nature Center | Saturday, March 20 |
| Little Acorns: Spring Peepers
Saturday, March 20, 2010 |
Springfield Conservation Nature Center | Saturday, March 20 |
| Babes In The Woods
Saturday, March 20, 2010 |
Springfield Conservation Nature Center | Saturday, March 20 |
| Babes in the Woods-Discovery Trail Exploration
Tuesday, March 23, 2010 |
Burr Oak Woods Nature Center | Tuesday, March 23 |
| Conservation Kids Club:So you want to be an agent?
Tuesday, March 23, 2010 |
Burr Oak Woods Nature Center | Tuesday, March 23 |
| Mudpuppies - Busy Beavers
Tuesday, March 23, 2010 |
Cape Girardeau Conservation Nature Center | Tuesday, March 23 |
| Badge Bonanza
Thursday, March 25, 2010 |
Springfield Conservation Nature Center | Thursday, March 25 |
| Little Acorns: Spring Peepers
Friday, March 26, 2010 |
Springfield Conservation Nature Center | Friday, March 26 |
| Little Acorns: Spring Peepers
Friday, March 26, 2010 |
Springfield Conservation Nature Center | Friday, March 26 |
| Raptor Rockets
Saturday, March 27, 2010 |
Twin Pines Conservation Education Center | Thursday, March 25 |
| Discover Nature Families: A Hiking We Will Go
Saturday, March 27, 2010 |
Burr Oak Woods Nature Center | Saturday, March 27 |
| Toad-ally Awesome
Saturday, March 27, 2010 |
Burr Oak Woods Nature Center | Saturday, March 27 |
| For Adults Only: GPS For Beginners
Saturday, March 27, 2010 |
Springfield Conservation Nature Center | Saturday, March 27 |
| Conservation TEEN Club: GPS And Geocaching
Saturday, March 27, 2010 |
Springfield Conservation Nature Center | Saturday, March 27 |
| Conservation Kids' Club: Flower Power
Tuesday, March 30, 2010 |
Springfield Conservation Nature Center | Tuesday, March 30 |
| Discover Nature Families: Turtle Troubles
Saturday, April 10, 2010 |
Powder Valley Conservation Nature Center | Friday, April 9 |
| Nature Nuts
Saturday, April 10, 2010 |
Twin Pines Conservation Education Center | Thursday, April 8 |
| Little Stinker's Storytime
Thursday, April 15, 2010 |
Twin Pines Conservation Education Center | Tuesday, April 13 |
| Signs of Spring!
Tuesday, April 20, 2010 |
Powder Valley Conservation Nature Center | Tuesday, April 20 |
| History Comes Alive
Wednesday, May 5 – Friday, May 7, 2010 |
Twin Pines Conservation Education Center | Saturday, May 1 |
