Anita B. Gorman Conservation Discovery Center
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- 4750 Troost,
Kansas City MO - Links:
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Upcoming Events
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Jun 1 10:00 amFree
Swim Fish Swim
Walk-in - June 8-9 is the annual free fishing weekend in the State of Missouri. Fish are sleek swimmers that come in many shapes and sizes. Come and learn more about the fish you can catch and create a fish using recycled elements.
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Jun 1 10:00 amFree
Discover Nature: Hiking Sticks and Hiking
Registration required - Ever been out walking or hiking and wish you had a sturdy stick Decorate your own customized walking/hiking stick from provide recycled broom and mop handles. Afterwards we ll walk the grounds of the Discovery Center learning how to fully utilize the stick. We ll stop for...
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Jun 1 10:00 amFree
Conservation Express
Registration required - Hitch a ride for a day filled with natural discoveries. Your journey will take you to three unique sites featuring water, prairie and forest ecosystems. Your MDC guides will lead you on a short hike helping you interpret the natural resources of each area. Plan to bring...
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Jun 4 6:30 pmFree
Fins to Fashion
Walk-in - Missouri is home to over 200 species of fish. The ability to identify our fish is a valuable skill for any naturalist or outdoors person. Learn the basics while creating a wearable work of art with molded fish and textile inks. Bring a t-shirt or use one of ours.
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Jun 15 10:00 amFree
The Treasure with Trees
Walk-in - Trees are a treemendous natural resource used every day by people and wildlife. Get to know Missouri trees by building a wood wren house (sessions start at 10:00, 11:30 and 1:30) or creating a work of art using leaves and block inks on the printing press. Bring us leaves from your...
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Jun 18 6:00 pmFree
Stayin Alive
Registration required - Survival situations are most common in the wilderness, but can also occur in the urban or rural environments. This program will help you understand the seven basic survival needs. Learn essential skills including fire starting, knot tying and more through hands on...
