Free March Family Friendly-Activities in Joplin, Missouri

Sponsored by the Missouri Department of Conservation

Amanda Werner
It is time to think spring. Look around and all the tell, tell signs are showing. It is time to get up and get the blood pumping. Get outside and enjoy the fresh crisp air. It is time to enjoy nature and all that nature has to offer. If you live in the southwest Missouri area then get prepared because the Missouri Department of Conservation has a few good programs to offer individuals, families, and educators for the month of March.

For all the programs listed below please reserve your spot by calling the Missouri Department of Conservation office in Joplin at (417) 629-3423. If for any reason after reserving your spot you are unable to make the scheduled program please give 24 hours notice so that someone else may attend in your place.

March 13 - Basic Archery Instructor Training

9a.m. - 6p.m. MSSU Leggett & Platt Center

This is a program for public and private school teachers who wish to become trained in the Mo National Archery in Schools program.

Must pre-register by March 5th and there is a $20 refundable deposit required.

March 15-19 - Spring Break Scavenger Hunt

Each day from 8a.m. - 4p.m. All ages welcome

Stop by the Conservation office at the Wildcat Glades Conservation and Audubon Center to pick up a scavenger hunt book and hit the trails.

No pre-registration is required for this program.

March 27 - Build a Bat House

2-3:30 p.m. Walter Woods Conservation Area

Many bats are coming out of hibernation this month. Spend the afternoon constructing a bat house to attract these insect-loving creatures.

This program is for ages 7 and up.

March 30 - Cabin Fever Spring Hike

5:30 - 7 p.m. Walter Woods Conservation Area

Get outside with the whole family and look for signs of spring.

SOURCES:

Personal Experience

Missouri Department of Conservation

Joplin Office

(417) 629-3423

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  • martie lownsberry3/20/2010

    some interesting activities. The scaverger hunt sounds like fun.

  • Angel Vee3/4/2010

    Sounds like lots of fun!

  • Sandy Rothra3/1/2010

    Sounds like a very active department.

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