Trees: Endangered Species: The Ozark Chinquapin (VIRTUAL)
Registration period: February 15 – March 9
Date: Friday, March 10, 2023 from 12 p.m.-1 p.m.
Location: Online only
The Ozark Chinquapin was a major player in our Ozarks forests; often it was the dominant tree species on many ridge tops and rocky slopes. The decline of the species had major effects on local wildlife food webs and traditional cultural uses. The hard-working Ozark Chinquapin Foundation, area foresters and local naturalists have been dedicated for almost 15 years in saving this species, and there are several success stories ahead.
This program will look at this unique tree’s place in our local ecology and highlight the foundation’s research and outreach. There are many ways local citizens can help conservation efforts. We invite interested nature enthusiasts to join us and learn about this worthy effort.
Wild Edibles: Nuts About Berries
Registration period: February 22 – March 11
Date: Saturday, March 11, 2023 from 10 a.m.-12 p.m.
Location: Twin Pines Conservation Education Center
Looking for some creative ideas to use up the previous year’s harvests? Join us as we make some delicious treats using both berries and nuts that are native to Missouri.
Nature Art: Pine Needlers (VIRTUAL)
Registration period: February 23 – March 30
Date: Thursday, March 30, 2023 from 4 p.m.-5 p.m.
Location: Online only
Learn embroidery techniques while also exploring Missouri’s “Things with Wings” by stitching quilt blocks based on that theme.
Registration period: February 23 – March 30
Date: Thursday, March 30, 2023 from 6 p.m.-7 p.m.
Location: Twin Pines Conservation Education Center
This class is a 12 month program that will meet once a month all year long. You will learn simple, but beautiful embroidery techniques as we explore some of the most stunning and unique Winged Things found in the beautiful landscapes of Missouri.
By signing up, you are committing to attend all twelve of the monthly sessions so that you will be able to complete all 15 blocks for an entire quilt.