Missouri Department of Conservation

Spring Turkey Hunting

The resurgence of the wild turkey in Missouri during the past 45 years has rekindled interest in this splendid bird. Take this opportunity to learn about wild turkeys, how you can enjoy turkey hunting and perhaps improve your chances of bagging a turkey. The season begins April 20. Youth season is April 4-5.

• Check your turkey (Telecheck)
• Managed hunt drawing results
• Be a Gobble Count Volunteer

Tree Care After Storms

Severe weather can cause major tree damage. The tree care decisions made in the wake of such an event can have a long lasting impact.

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Wildfire in Missouri

A combination of dry weather and wind makes early spring the heart of wildfire season in Missouri. Thousands of acres of forest and grasslands will burn. Almost all of these fires could be prevented.

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Smallmouth Bass Fishing

Smallmouth bass fishing offers lightning-bolt strikes, bulldog runs and athletic jumps for anglers. Bass season opens on May 27 on all Ozark streams.

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Seedling Order Form

George O. White State Forest Nursery, near Licking, offers Missouri residents a variety of seedlings for reforestation, windbreaks, erosion control, as well as wildlife food and cover. The 2008-2009 Seedling Order form is updated and online. You can use the online order form to acquire seedlings, or download a printable, PDF version of the order form to mail or fax your order in.

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Flowering Spring Trees

Although we're accustomed to celebrating the annual show of fall color, Missouri's flowering trees of spring deserve as much fanfare. Any time from March through May, you can look for this parade of showy woodland trees.

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T.R.I.M.

Shade that blocks the searing heat of a summer day and leaves that help generate the air we breathe are among the many reasons to care for your community forest.

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Kids' Fishing Days

Throughout the year the Missouri Department of Conservation and sponsoring organizations provide young anglers and their families with lots of opportunities to learn to fish and enjoy the sport.

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