Powder Valley Nature Center presents An Evening with Raptors Jan. 26 Visitors will discover the ancient art of falconry, and meet live raptors face to face. KIRKWOOD, Mo.- Bird buffs, falcon fanciers, and anyone enraptured by raptors is invited…

Kirkwood, MO - Sound science has always been the core principle behind the Missouri Department of Conservation’s (MDC) fish, forest, and wildlife management. MDC’s new Science Program series highlights the incredible work done by the…

Powder Valley Conservation Nature Center is a natural oasis nestled within 112 acres of oak hickory forest near urban St. Louis. Join MDC Naturalist, Andy Klingensmith, for a guided hike as we explore and discover the natural wonders found…

Teachers will learn about this free program which meets kindergarten level science standards and provides grant funding for field trips. KIRKWOOD, Mo — The Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) invites teachers to attend a Discover…

An evening of music and storytelling offers unique connection to nature and Missouri’s Ozarks. KIRKWOOD, Mo -- The Missouri Department of Conservation’s (MDC) Powder Valley Conservation Nature Center invites you to discover nature…

Learn how to enhance your property value and benefit wildlife at this free event. KIRKWOOD, Mo — Landowner goals and conservation can be one in the same as many improvements to the value of your property can also help improve wildlife and…

Visitors will discover the ancient art of falconry, one of the oldest partnerships between human and animal. Objects of their admiration during this year’s An Evening with Raptors event—and explore a collaboration between humans and…

The nature center will host a Bows for Birds station throughout the St. Louis area challenge, which runs going on now through Feb. 5, 2023. Kirkwood, MO -- The Missouri Department of Conservation’s (MDC) Powder Valley Conservation Nature…

See how these talented youth artists bring waterfowl to life through their detailed artwork. Kirkwood, MO—The Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) is exhibiting the 2022 Missouri Junior Duck Stamp Contest winning art entries during the…

The famous, figure-eight turtle has been spreading the anti-litter message for nearly 40 years. KIRKWOOD, Mo -- Peanut the Turtle is turning 38, and the Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) is throwing her a birthday celebration. The…

The Missouri Department of Conservation’s Powder Valley Conservation Nature Center and the Missouri Nature and Environmental Photographers (MONEP) will present a special program featuring MDC photographer Noppadol Paothong: Noppadol Paothong…

This award-winning MDC photographer will share tips and tricks for uncovering an unseen world of nature. KIRKWOOD, MO -- The Missouri Department of Conservation’s Powder Valley Conservation Nature Center and the Missouri Nature and…

The free event is open to both boy scouts and girl scouts, as well as the public, and is an opportunity to work toward multiple merit badges. KIRKWOOD, Mo -- Scouts, this is a one-stop opportunity to work toward 16 different merit badges in the…

Teachers will learn about this free program which provides grant funding for intermediate level science units. KIRKWOOD, Mo. — MDC invites teachers to attend a Discover Nature Schools (DNS) teacher training workshop for Nature Unleashed,…

This free, family event offer presentations, activities, and educational booths to help everyone to learn about these essential insects. KIRKWOOD, MO — Nature’s pollinating insects have our backs every day. Scientists estimate at…

Powder Valley Nature Center Copperhead Study Researchers reveal latest findings in Powder Valley Nature Center Copperhead Study. The public can learn about these discoveries directly from the research team at a special Powder Valley Copperhead…

Learn the fascinating results this ongoing study has discovered about Missouri’s most common venomous snake. KIRKWOOD, Mo -- Copperheads conjure up curiosity, mystery, and even fear. In truth they are one of Missouri’s most…

Teachers will learn about this free program that provides grant funding for middle school science units. Kirkwood, MO — MDC invites teachers to attend a Discover Nature Schools (DNS) teacher training workshop for Nature Unhooked, the DNS…

Lilly Mulligan has been drawing photorealistic birds and other Missouri wildlife for three years. At 18 years old, Lilly is one of the youngest artists ever to be featured at Powder Valley Conservation Nature Center. She is an avid birdwatcher and…