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MPF is offering a free prairie and woodland stewardship training opportunity at MPF's Carver Prairie near Joplin, Missouri open to the general public and organized specifically for college students, young people entering the field of natural resource management, and landowners. Training will include: • Two days of mechanical thinning of undesirable woody growth. Training will […]
Do you have too much lawn? Is your grass lousy from tree shade? Are you trying to cut the grass on a steep slope? If you answered "yes" to any of these questions, now would be a good time to plan on transforming your mediocre area of turf from a mundane chore to a shimmering […]
The ability to forecast the invasive dynamics (e.g., establishment and impacts) of non-native plants is of critical importance to the prevention and mitigation of biological invasions. Over the last 30 years, significant work has been dedicated to identifying species traits that are generalizable enough to consistently predict which species are likely to become successful invaders. […]
Join MPF Board Member Vernon Elsberry and a small group of fellow learners for a Native Seed Winter Sowing Workshop at his property in Warrensburg, MO on Saturday, February 1 from 10:30 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Participants will sow seeds collected from the City of Warrensburg's Turkeyfoot Prairie garden into custom blends of topsoil, sand, […]
Join Jeff Cantrell, MPF Technical Advisor, on Friday, February 7, 2025 for a short-eared owl hike at Pleasant Run Creek Prairie (Vernon County). Limited to 12 participants. We will be walking across prairie terrain that may be muddy, depending on the weather. Plan to park on the side of the gravel road near the west […]
Residential projects, such as rain gardens, stormwater swales, and filter strips planted with native plant species, clean water while also supporting insects with declining populations. In stewarding these projects, residents play an important role in protecting water resources and pollinator habitat. Join Dan Shaw, an experienced ecological restoration specialist, for a webinar covering principles for […]
In this interactive webinar, learn about the USDA’s Climate-Smart Commodities Grant project Horizon II, a program provided by a partnership of 13 organizations led by Roeslein Alternative Energy. Speakers include Steve Mowry, Director of Prairie Establishment at Roeslein Alternative Energy, and Ben Kruger, Senior Vice President of the Renewables Division at Roeslein & Associates. The […]
Join Jeff Cantrell, MPF Technical Advisor, on Friday, February 28, 2025 for a short-eared owl hike at Shawnee Trail Conservation Area (Barton County), 160 SW 160th Lane, Mindenmines, MO 64769. Limited to 12 participants. We will be walking maintenance roads, which may be muddy, depending on the weather. Meet at Pin Oak Lake at 4:30 […]
Join acclaimed nature photographer Noppadol Paothong for an unforgettable journey through 25 years of photographing grassland grouse and how this work has inspired him to focus on other lesser-known species in need of protection. In this compelling presentation, Noppadol will share the stories behind his most iconic images, revealing the challenges, triumphs, and moments of […]
Native cool-season grass and grass-like species rank among the most overlooked group of plants in native plantings. Join Elizabeth Hamilton-Steele for a webinar exploring what makes these species different from the more well-known warm-season grasses and wildflowers, including their photosynthetic pathways, seasons of growth, and tolerance for shade. The unique value of cool-season plants for […]
Grow Native! will hold a native plant sale on Saturday, March 29, 2025 at the Binder Park Sports Complex, 280 Binder Lake Rd, Jefferson City, MO 65109 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Native plants beautify landscapes and help support songbirds and other cherished wildlife. Buy native wildflowers, grasses, shrubs, trees, vines, and sedges from […]
Join James Faupel, Director of Horticulture and Curator of Living Collections at Bellefontaine Cemetery and Arboretum, for a walking tour exploring spring flowers in bloom on the property. This tour will explore native plants and plant communities and discuss the natural history of BCA and the surrounding region. The tour will highlight the value of […]
