Chances of seeing black bears are rising.
Please Walk on the Grass this Saturday, 6th June is National Prairie Day
“…….there is nothing like walking in the native grassland and having discoveries right at your feet and then looking up to the skyline.”
Camouflage, Part of the Calmer Side of Spring
This is a peak time for parental care for the resident animal world.
Protect, respect and enjoy our natural world together
When we practice these Leave No Trace principles, we not only improve our natural beauties, we teach our children that we can act simply to make big impacts on our climate action.
Pass the Pollinators, Please!
Simple decisions about selecting plants, as well as reducing pesticide use, can make a dramatic difference in your yard and your vegetable garden, where pollination is critical to the best harvest.
Time is near for the Ozark Soul plant delivery. Get your order in!
Plant Delivery Event while keeping social distancing.
There is No Place Like Home
The discoveries for this season are abundant. Our natural surroundings, the plant life, the water resources …are all around us…..
The Timberdoodle, A Dancer Before the Stars by Jeff Cantrell
Have you ever heard of a Timberdoodle Skydance?
Experience nature close up
When you are stuck inside during the cold winter months, you can still find ways to get your nature fix. We invite you to view beautiful photos now on exhibit at the Shoal Creek Conservation Education Center, 201 W. Riviera, Joplin, MO. Photographer, Amy Watts is one of many new trainees to join our Missouri Master Naturalists chapter.