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Missouri is a state rich in history, folklore, and natural resources. The Conservation Department encourages you to visit, use, and enjoy this area and other Department areas.

Land surrounding August A. Busch Memorial Conservation Area belongs to private landowners. The boundaries adjoining private property are clearly marked. Please respect landowners' rights with these simple courtesies: obtain permission before going on private property, pick up all litter, be careful with fire, do not damage property, practice safe hunting.

Interpretive Programs

Activities are available for school groups, youth organizations, and the general public by reservation. Topics include aquatic ecology, forest ecology, reptiles, birds, trees, and more. We welcome you to join our staff on an owl prowl, a fall color walk, or a spring frog walk. Contact area headquarters for more information.

Hunting

There are special hunting seasons for squirrels, doves, rabbits, white-tailed deer, turkeys, and other species. A state hunting permit is required. Please obtain an area map with regulations for season dates, hunting methods, and limits.

Rules and Regulations

(Regulations are from the Wildlife Code of Missouri and selected statutes of the State of Missouri. Special area regulations are from Provision 3CSR 10-4.115 of the Wildlife Code. Copies of the Wildlife Code and Special Area Regulations are available from the Conservation Department.) Equal Opportunity to participate in and benefit from programs of the Missouri Department of Conservation is available to all individuals without regard to their race, color, national origin, sex, age, or disability.

Field Retriever Trials

The Busch Area host many field and retriever trials from September through April. These local, state, and national events are open to the public. Times and dates are available at the headquarters. A special use permit is required for all field trials.

Dog Training

The general public may use designated portions of the Busch Area to train dogs. The diversity of habitat provides optimal training conditions. Information about designated dog training areas is available at area headquarters.

Ranges

A shotgun shooting range with trap/skeet facilities, a shotgun patterning range, and a rifle and pistol range are located in the southwest corner of the area. These facilities are open to the public at a nominal fee for sighting in firearms or practicing. Hours of operation available at area headquarters.

A field archery range is also located on the area and is open to the public at no cost. Ranges allow you to test shooting skills at different yardages and to practice with shooting points. Several regional and state championship archery meets are held at this facility.

A Memorial

The August A. Busch Memorial Conservation Area was purchased by the Missouri Department of Conservation in 1947 from the federal government. A donation of $70,000 toward the purchase of the area was made by Mrs. August A. Busch, Sr. as a memorial to her late husband.

Special Topics

Area Map

The Busch Area provides several walking trails and an auto tour for your enjoyment. Trails are indicated on the map. Self-guiding brochures are available at area headquarters and at the start of some trails. (Click here to view the area map )

Area Information

Building Hours
Open year-round, from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday.
Closed all state holidays and Thanksgiving weekend.
Area Hours
Area Hours: Open daily from 6 a.m. to 10 p.m.
Shooting Range Information
Individual use will be on a first-come, first-served basis. Group use at the range must be scheduled at least a month in advance with the Training Center Supervisor at (636) 300-1953 ext 251 (range) or ext. 0 (desk). (Click here to learn more)
Directions
South on Highway 94 from Highway 40/61. West 1.5 miles on Highway D
Events for Sunday, July 5 - Tuesday, August 4, 2009
Event and Date Location Reserve by:
Range Closed
Monday, June 29 – Friday, July 24, 2009		 August A. Busch Shooting Range Friday, July 24
Animal Investigatiors
Friday, July 10, 2009 		August A Busch CA Thursday, July 9
Savvy Snakes and Salamanders
Saturday, July 11, 2009 		August A Busch CA Friday, July 10
Nature's Fireworks
Saturday, July 11, 2009 		August A Busch CA Friday, July 10
Watering Wildlife
Saturday, July 11, 2009 		August A Busch CA Friday, July 10
GO FISH!-Basic Fishing III
Sunday, July 12, 2009 		August A. Busch Memorial Conservation Area-Lake15 Friday, July 10
GO FISH!-Fishing with Lures
Thursday, July 16, 2009 		August A. Busch Memorial Conservation Area-Lake 15 Wednesday, July 15
GO FISH!-Species Specific Fishing-Largemouth Bass
Sunday, July 19, 2009 		August A. Busch Memorial Conservation Area-Lake 15 Friday, July 17
DNS Nature Unleashed Program - Teacher Training
Tuesday, July 21, 2009 		Busch Conservation Area Friday, July 17
Nature Unleashed/Discover Nature Schools
Tuesday, July 21 – Thursday, July 23, 2009		 Busch Conservation Area Tuesday, July 7
GO FISH!-Species Specific Fishing-Channel Catfish
Saturday, July 25, 2009 		August A. Busch Memorial Conservation Area-Lake 15 Friday, July 24
M.D.C. Outdoor Expo.
Saturday, July 25, 2009 		August A. Busch Shooting Range
Herons and Egrets at MTC
Saturday, July 25, 2009 		August A Busch CA Friday, July 24
Wildflowers at the Weldon Spring Interpretive Ctr
Saturday, July 25, 2009 		August A Busch CA Friday, July 24
Discover Nature - Beginning Birding
Saturday, July 25, 2009 		August A Busch CA Friday, July 24
GO FISH!-Species Specific Fishing-Largemouth Bass
Thursday, July 30, 2009 		August A. Busch Memorial Conservation Area-Lake 15 Wednesday, July 29

Reserve your place for these upcoming events:

Events for Tuesday, August 4 - Wednesday, November 4, 2009
Event and Date Location Reserve by:
GO FISH!-Basic Fishing III
Thursday, August 6, 2009 		August A. Busch Memorial Conservation Area-Lake 15 Wednesday, August 5
GO FISH!-Fishing with Lures
Sunday, August 9, 2009 		August A. Busch Memorial Conservation Area-Lake 15 Friday, August 7
Discover Nature - Families, Dress For Success
Wednesday, August 12, 2009 		August A. Busch Monday, August 10
Bass Fishing 101
Thursday, August 13, 2009 		August A. Busch Monday, August 10
Discover Nature - Women, Basic Shotgun
Saturday, August 15, 2009 		August A. Busch Wednesday, August 12
GO FISH!-Cooking and Cleaning Your Catch
Saturday, August 15, 2009 		August A. Busch Memorial Conservation Area-Lake 15 Friday, August 14
GO FISH!-Cooking and Cleaning Your Catch
Saturday, August 22, 2009 		August A. Busch Memorial Conservation Area-Lake 15 Friday, August 21
GO FISH!-Fishing with Lures
Thursday, August 27, 2009 		August A. Busch Memorial Conservation Area-Lake 15 Wednesday, August 26
Wingshooting
Saturday, August 29, 2009 		August A. Busch Shooting Range Thursday, August 27
GO FISH!-Aquatic Ecology, Conservation and Ethics
Saturday, September 12, 2009 		August A. Busch Memorial Conservation Area-Lake 15 Friday, September 11
GO FISH!-Aquatic Ecology, Conservation and Ethics
Sunday, September 13, 2009 		August A. Busch Memorial Conservation Area-Lake 15 Friday, September 11
GO FISH!-Aquatic Ecology, Conservation and Ethics
Saturday, September 19, 2009 		August A. Busch Memorial Conservation Area-Lake 15 Friday, September 18
GO FISH!-Cooking and Cleaning Your Catch
Sunday, September 20, 2009 		August A. Busch Memorial Conservation Area-Lake 15 Friday, September 18
GO FISH!-Cooking and Cleaning Your Catch
Saturday, September 26, 2009 		August A. Busch Memorial Conservation Area-Lake 15 Friday, September 25
GO FISH!-Aquatic Ecology, Conservation and Ethics
Sunday, September 27, 2009 		August A. Busch Memorial Conservation Area-Lake 15 Friday, September 25
Effective Wingshooting, the CONSEP Way...
Friday, October 9 – Sunday, October 11, 2009		 August A. Busch C.A. Monday, October 5