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Date: Friday, March 1, 2024 8:00 am - Sunday, March 31, 2024 5:00 pm
Location: Runge Conservation Nature Center

From artist Terry Martin: "I was fortunate to grow up in Missouri, where there were lakes, streams, and rivers to explore. Mine is a state with a premier conservation effort! I had a bicycle and a fishing rod (a fortunate son!). As a boy, I was up at daylight each day and home when it got dark. I developed more and more of an interest in the wildlife and geography of my surroundings. I discovered artists like John James Audubon, Roger Tory Peterson, Maynard Reece, and fellow Missourian Charles W. Schwartz. Also of great influence were naturalists John Muir, Marlin Perkins, and Robert Bateman."

Terry Martin's art will be on exhibit in the Runge lobby until April 30. No registration required. All ages
Date: Friday, March 1, 2024 8:00 am - Sunday, March 31, 2024 5:00 pm
Location: Runge Conservation Nature Center

Raised on a farm in the Missouri river bottoms, Dan Brueggeman developed an early appreciation of wildlife and the out-of-doors. It wasn't until 1984 that the artist encountered his future vocation, when he met a decoy carver and was fascinated by the amount of realism obtainable in wood sculpture. Dan's first decoy, although it bears little resemblance to today's works, is still the most prized piece in his collection. In addition to the original waterfowl, Dan has expanded his focus to encompass songbirds, fish, game birds, mammals and raptors. He has been honored with numerous awards, including several "Best of Show" awards. His carvings currently grace many private and corporate art collections. The exhibition is located in the west wing at Runge and can be viewed through June 30, 2024.

Date: Monday, March 18, 2024 3:30 pm - Sunday, March 31, 2024 5:00 pm
Location: Runge Conservation Nature Center
Agents of Discovery is a mobile app game that takes your visit to Runge to another dimension! As an Agent, your mission is a scavenger hunt played on your phone to discover different things animals do in spring. Explore the exhibits in the nature center to find QR codes with info and questions about animals. Find all the QR codes in the scavenger hunt and answer all questions to win. Then come to the front desk to claim your prize! No registration required. All ages
Registration period: March 1 - March 27
Date: Thursday, March 28, 2024 8:00 am - Thursday, March 28, 2024 4:00 pm
Location: Runge Conservation Nature Center
Join us for an introduction to trout fishing at Bennett Spring State Park. We will learn methods, gear, and how to prepare our trout for cooking. A Missouri fishing permit and a daily trout tag are waived for this program and will not be needed. Runge will provide round trip transportation for participant. Make sure to pack a lunch and water bottle and dress for the weather. Equipment will be provided, but feel free to bring your own. All participants will need a permission form signed by a parent or guardian. Permission forms will be emailed to participants before the program, available the morning of the program, or can be picked up at Runge in advance. Registration required. Ages 13 - 17
Date: Thursday, March 28, 2024 10:00 am - Thursday, March 28, 2024 12:00 pm
Location: Runge Conservation Nature Center
Join us for some unstructured free play at Runge. Build a shelter, study creepy crawlies, climb trees, and get dirty. Free play in nature allows children to test their physical limits, engage their senses, practice emotional regulation, and is an important part of healthy psychological and physical development. No registration required. All ages.
Registration period: December 1 - March 28
Date: Thursday, March 28, 2024 6:30 pm - Thursday, March 28, 2024 9:00 pm
Location: Cooper County Public Health Center
MDC is hosting a pond management workshop for landowners that want to learn more about pond construction, fish stocking, and fish and aquatic plant management.
Date: Friday, March 29, 2024 2:00 pm - Friday, March 29, 2024 2:30 pm
Location: Runge Conservation Nature Center

The animals are hungry! Watch as a Runge naturalist feeds the snakes, aquarium fish, and snapping turtles. No registration required. All ages

Registration period: March 1 - March 29
Date: Friday, March 29, 2024 6:00 pm - Friday, March 29, 2024 8:30 pm
Location: Runge Conservation Nature Center
This is no joke! Join Runge naturalists as we learn about the interesting life history and sky dance of Wilson’s snipe and the closely related American woodcock. After an indoor portion of the program, we will venture out to a local conservation area in search of these birds. Make sure to dress for the weather, including a pair of waterproof shoes or boots. Registration required. Ages 7+.
Registration period: January 22 - March 29
Date: Saturday, March 30, 2024 9:00 am - Saturday, March 30, 2024 12:00 pm
Location: Legends Rec Plex
Join us as we introduce the basics of spring turkey hunting in Missouri. We will cover turkey biology, scouting, calling, proper setup, safety, and much more.
Date: Monday, April 1, 2024 8:00 am - Tuesday, April 30, 2024 5:00 pm
Location: Runge Conservation Nature Center
Agents of Discovery is a mobile app game that takes your visit to Runge to another dimension! As an Agent, your mission is a scavenger hunt played on your phone to discover different things animals do in spring. Explore the exhibits in the nature center to find QR codes with info and questions about animals. Find all the QR codes in the scavenger hunt and answer all questions to win. Then come to the front desk to claim your prize! No registration required. All ages