While most of the focus this time of year is on hunting, a popular fishing season has opened to provide opportunities for anglers close to hom…
On more than one occasion, I have advocated for state residents to subscribe to the free Missouri Conservationist magazine. Its spectacular ph…
As most schools wrap up spring sports, students on area fishing teams are entering prime time for serious practice and competition. Summer vac…
There is nothing like a free sample to get your attention or maybe even get you addicted. The state Department of Conservation is offering sev…
With opening day of trout fishing season this weekend, there will be plenty of reasons for celebration at Montauk State Park and big crowds of…
Whenever I’m outdoors with a group of people, I pride myself on being the guy who can correctly identify the different plants, animals and fis…
A couple of weeks ago I drove up to a black snake making his way across the road. He was taking his time, so I stopped and watched over him un…
I take a degree of pride in recognizing Missouri wild flora and fauna species. I’m no botanist, biologist, ornithologist or herpetologist, but…