Experts suggest pruning fruit trees in mid-winter
The best time to prune fruit trees in Missouri is midwinter, according to University of Missouri Extension horticulture specialist Debi Kelly.
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Equipment for cleaning fish topic of Feb. 25 virtual session
People who want to learn more about the equipment needed to clean fish can register for the Missouri Department of Conservation’s virtual program “Pond to Plate: Fish Cleaning Equipment.”
Conservation department reports final deer harvest for season
Missouri’s 2024-25 deer-hunting season ended Jan. 15 with the Missouri Department of Conservation reporting a preliminary total deer harvest for the season of 276,262.
Hawks topic of Feb. 14 virtual program
Hawks are an interesting, yet sometimes overlooked member of Missouri’s bird world that are most visible in winter, according to the Missouri Department of Conservation.
Virtual program focuses on frogs
Bird song is a well-known harbinger of spring, but in Missouri, a small frog known as the spring peeper begins spreading a message of seasonal change before many birds start their spring calls, according to the Missouri Department of Conservation.
WEB EXCLUSIVE: Eagle rescued in Smith’s Fork Park
SMITHVILLE — A bald eagle is now under observation with experts after Smithville city employees located the bird, which appeared to be sick or injured,… Login to continue reading Login…
No ice fishing allowed in Smithville parks
SMITHVILLE — Smithville Parks Director Matt Denton said signs are now up in the city’s parks that have ponds denoting ice fishing is prohibited.
Antler sheds part of winter landscape
Shedding antlers is a natural part of the annual cycle for male white-tailed deer. Antlers are grown each spring and shed in the winter.
Virtual program Jan. 28 focuses on backyard birds
People can learn more about bird species that can be attracted to backyards at the Missouri Department of Conservation virtual program "Birds: Backyard Birds in Winter."
Conservation department seeks input on regulation changes
The Missouri Department of Conservation is seeking public comments through Jan. 31 on a proposed regulation change for walleye and sauger fishing. The change would… Login to continue reading Login…