Catch-and-keep trout season in Missouri opens March 1

By Muddy River Sports | February 23, 2025
Saturday, March 1, at 6:30 a.m. marks the opening of the catch-and-keep season that runs through Oct. 31. For information on fishing at Missouri trout parks, visit mdc.mo.gov/fishing/species/trout/trout-parks. | Photo courtesy of Missouri State Parks

JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. — Hundreds of die-hard anglers line the banks at one of Missouri’s trout parks every year on March 1 for the opening day of catch-and-keep trout season. In years past, anglers have faced frigid winter temperatures, snow, sleet and ice, as well as sunshine and springlike weather — all in the attempt…

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MDC Northeast Regional Office offering chances to connect with nature throughout July

By Jill Pritchard, Missouri Department of Conservation | June 30, 2022

KIRKSVILLE, Mo. — The Missouri Department of Conservation’s (MDC) Northeast Regional Office is ready to connect the public with nature in July. A full list of upcoming programs planned for July can be found online at mdc.mo.gov/events. Some programs require advance registration and space is limited. Unless otherwise noted, all programs are offered at the…

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MDC naturalist reminds outdoorsmen ‘no need to rescue wildlife during wintertime’

By Josh Hartwig, MDC | January 13, 2022
A groundhog peeks from a hole in the trunk of a tree. Groundhogs (or woodchucks) are considered true hibernators during the winter. Submitted photo

CAPE GIRARDEAU, Mo. — Missouri Department of Conservation naturalist Alex Homes said though the motivation may be sincere, “there’s no need to rescue wildlife during wintertime,” as each species knows how to endure Mother Nature. “They each have their own time-tested method of surviving,” he said. “The season is indeed difficult for some, but they…

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