The Missouri Department of Conservation invites you to explore our Southwest regional web page.
Special topics
Deer Management in the Greater Springfield Metropolitan Area: Final Report
Managing White-tailed deer populations in the urban setting has become a challenge not only for the Greater Springfield Metro Area, but for communities nationwide. The Greater Springfield Metro Urban Deer Action Committee (UDAC) was formed in April of 2006. Over the course of the past year, the committee has met monthly and done research into local deer populations, population management, management alternatives, human deer conflicts, deer vehicle collisions (DVC's), obtained public opinion and investigated how other communities in Missouri and nationwide have begun to address the same problem now faced by the Greater Springfield Metro Area. Download final report.
Interactive Fish Habitat Structure Maps
Interactive fish habitat structures with GPS coordinates (requires JavaScript; opens in new window)
Use these maps to help plan your fishing trip (available in PDF format).
- Fish habitat structures on Pomme de Terre Lake
- Fish habitat structures on Stockton Lake
- Fellows Lake Map Featuring Fish Attractors and Lake Contours
Three Lakes, Two States, One Permit
The White River Border Lakes Permit makes it easier for Missouri anglers to fish three Arkansas border reservoirs.Download brochure.
| Event and Date | Location | Reserve by: |
|---|---|---|
| Got Flint: Woodsman Knowledge
Tuesday, February 9, 2010 |
Walter Woods Conservation Area | |
| Story Time With Ms. Ladybug
Wednesday, February 10, 2010 |
Springfield Conservation Nature Center | |
| 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 |
| Discover Hunting - Shotshell Reloading Basics
Saturday, February 13, 2010 |
Andy Dalton Shooting Range | Friday, February 12 |
| 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 |
| Discover Nature Women Rabbit Hunting with Beagles
Saturday, February 13, 2010 |
Duck Creek Conservation Area | Wednesday, February 10 |
| Discover Nature Families: What's In An Owl Pellet?
Sunday, February 14, 2010 |
Springfield Conservation Nature Center | Sunday, February 14 |
| 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 |
| Introduction to Trout Fishing
Thursday, February 18, 2010 |
Walter Woods Conservation Area | |
| Owl Prowl
Friday, February 19, 2010 |
Springfield Conservation Nature Center | Friday, February 19 |
| Discover Nature Families- Woodworking for Wildlife
Saturday, February 20, 2010 |
Andy Dalton Shooting Range | Friday, February 19 |
| Conservation TEEN Club: Vulture Venture
Saturday, February 20, 2010 |
Springfield Conservation Nature Center | Saturday, February 20 |
| Vulture Venture
Saturday, February 20, 2010 |
Shepherd of the Hills Fish Hatchery | |
| Conservation Kids' Club: Nature Games
Thursday, February 25, 2010 |
Springfield Conservation Nature Center | Thursday, February 25 |
| Landowner Burn Workshop
Thursday, February 25, 2010 |
MDC Southwest Regional Office, 2630 N Mayfair, Springfield 65803 | Wednesday, February 24 |
| 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 |
| 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 |
| 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 |
| 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 |
| Story Time With Ms. Ladybug
Wednesday, March 10, 2010 |
Springfield Conservation Nature Center | |
| Parents As Teachers Story Time
Thursday, March 11, 2010 |
Springfield Conservation Nature Center | |
| Parents As Teachers Story Time
Thursday, March 11, 2010 |
Springfield Conservation Nature Center | |
| Parents As Teachers Story Time
Thursday, March 11, 2010 |
Springfield Conservation Nature Center | |
| Discover Hunting - Shotgun Basics
Saturday, March 13, 2010 |
Andy Dalton Shooting Range | Friday, March 12 |
| Woodcarving Demonstration
Saturday, March 13, 2010 |
Springfield Conservation Nature Center | |
| Virtual Hunting and Fishing
Saturday, March 13, 2010 |
Springfield Conservation Nature Center | |
| The Art of Woodcarving
Saturday, March 13, 2010 |
Springfield Conservation Nature Center | Saturday, March 13 |
| 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 |
| Discover Hunting - Antler Scoring
Saturday, March 20, 2010 |
Andy Dalton Shooting Range | Friday, March 19 |
| Discover Hunting - Handgun Basics
Saturday, March 20, 2010 |
Andy Dalton Shooting Range | Friday, March 19 |
| 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 |
| Toddler Tales
Wednesday, March 24, 2010 |
Springfield Conservation Nature Center | |
| 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 |
| 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 Hunting - Spring Turkey Clinic
Saturday, April 3, 2010 |
Andy Dalton Shooting Range | Friday, April 2 |
| Discover Nature Family, Snagging Clinic
Saturday, April 3, 2010 |
Warsaw Munisipal Building | Friday, March 26 |
| Discover Hunting - Handgun Basics
Saturday, April 10, 2010 |
Andy Dalton Shooting Range | Friday, April 9 |
Reserve your place for these upcoming events:
| Event and Date | Location | Reserve by: |
|---|---|---|
| Discover Hunting - Handgun Basics
Saturday, April 10, 2010 |
Andy Dalton Shooting Range | Friday, April 9 |
| Discover Nature Women - Canoeing
Sunday, May 2, 2010 |
James River | Friday, April 30 |
| Discover Hunting - Archery Basics
Saturday, May 8, 2010 |
Andy Dalton Shooting Range | Friday, May 7 |
| Discover Hunting - Handgun Basics
Saturday, May 15, 2010 |
Andy Dalton Shooting Range | Friday, May 14 |
| Discover Nature Families - Fishing Basics
Saturday, May 15, 2010 |
Andy Dalton Shooting Range | Friday, May 14 |
| Discover Hunting - Shotgun Basics
Saturday, May 22, 2010 |
Andy Dalton Shooting Range | Friday, May 21 |
| Wheelin Sportsmen "Day at the Range"
Saturday, June 19, 2010 |
Andy Dalton Shooting Range | Friday, June 18 |
