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SUMMARY:Kids Fishing Day
DESCRIPTION:5/16/2026 | Roaring River State Park | Cassville\, Mo.\nRoaring River State Park will host its annual Kids Fishing Day on Saturday\, May 16. During this event\, visitors age 15 and under have the opportunity to fish for free in a specially designated area of the park. \nIn order to participate\, each child or youth must first obtain a free trout tag. Tags will be available at the Roaring River Hatchery office the day before the event\, and at the large tent across from the falls during the event. \nThe event will go from 7 a.m. to 8 p.m. Missouri Department of Conservation staff and volunteers will be on-site all day to offer tips and assistance. A limited supply of bait and loaner poles will be available; participants are encouraged to bring their own gear if possible. \nWhile parents are welcome to help their children\, only one pole may be used between the helper and the child. To keep the focus on the kids\, adults are not permitted to fish on their own in the designated youth area. \nKids Fishing Day is co-sponsored by the Missouri Department of Conservation\, the Missouri Department of Natural Resources and Roaring River Adventures. It is being held in conjunction with the National Park Trust’s Kids to Parks Day. For more information about Kids to Parks Day and to see a complete list of associated events at Missouri state parks and historic sites\, please visit our Kids to Parks Day landing page. \nevent Times and Location:\n\n7 a.m. to 8 p.m.\nRoaring River State Park\, 12716 Farm Road 2239\, Cassville\, Mo.\n\nEvent Contact Information:\n\nRoaring River Hatchery\n\nPhone: 417-847-2430\nEmail: Jared.Ballard@dnr.mo.gov\nEmail: Brad.Farwell@dnr.mo.gov\nAddress: 24390 Farm Road 1135\, Cassville\, Mo.
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LOCATION:Roaring River State Park\, 12716 Farm Road 2239\, Cassville\, MO\, 65625\, United States
CATEGORIES:Roaring River State Park
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SUMMARY:Hummingbird Migration
DESCRIPTION:5/16/2026 | Meramec State Park | Sullivan\, Mo.\nYou are probably familiar with the tiny hummingbirds that visit Missouri during the warmer months of the year\, but do you know where they spend the rest of their time? Come learn about the life cycles of hummingbirds during this free program at the visitor center. Weather permitting\, you will get to see hummingbirds up close as an expert bands them with tracking devices. \nThis event is open to the public\, and there is no need to register. For more information about the event\, call the park naturalist at 636-210-0155. For general information about the park\, call the park office at 573-468-6072. \nEvent Times:\n\nStart: 8 a.m.\nEnd: 10:30 a.m.\n\nEvent Location:\n\nVisitor center at Meramec State Park\n\nAddress: 115 Meramec Park Drive\, Sullivan\, Mo.
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LOCATION:Meramec State Park\, 115 Meramec Park Drive\, Sullivan\, MO\, 63080\, United States
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SUMMARY:Learn2 Aim
DESCRIPTION:Begin your archer journey by attending a hands-on workshop this summer! Take a step back in time and join Missouri State Parks for one or more of our Learn2 Aim events. This is a great opportunity to learn new skills with an instruction on the basics of archery. Most classes also feature an introduction to atlatl throwing. \nLearn2 Aim is free and open to ages 10 and up. REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED. \nProgram Details\nMissouri State Parks Provides: \n\nBows\nAtlatls (only at classes that feature atlatl instruction)\nTargets\nInstructors\n\nYou Provide: \n\nGood attitude and willingness to learn\nComfortable clothing and closed-toe shoes\n\nThings to Consider Before You Register\n\nParticipants must be at least 10 years of age. Children 16 and under must be accompanied by a parent or guardian. (The parent or guardian does not have to participate but must be present to provide adult supervision.)\nParticipants should be comfortable around bows and/or atlatls.\nAll Missouri State Parks rules and regulations apply.\nLearn2 Aim is a family-oriented event. Alcohol and tobacco products are prohibited.\n\n2026 Upcoming Dates and Locations\n\n\n\nDate\nLocation\nActivities\nTime\nRegistration Opens\nRegistration Closes\n\n\nApr 11\nThousand Hills State Park\, Kirksville\nArchery and atlatl\n10 a.m. to noon\nMar 6\nApr 9\n\n\nApr 11\nThousand Hills State Park\, Kirksville\nArchery and atlatl\n1-3 p.m.\nMar 6\nApr 9\n\n\nMay 9\nAnnie and Abel Van Meter State Park\, Miami\nArchery and atlatl\n9-11 a.m.\nApr 3\nMay 7\n\n\nMay 9\nAnnie and Abel Van Meter State Park\, Miami\nArchery and atlatl\nNoon to 2 p.m.\nApr 3\nMay 7\n\n\nMay 16\nAnnie and Abel Van Meter State Park\, Miami\nArchery and atlatl\n9-11 a.m.\nApr 3\nMay 14\n\n\nMay 16\nAnnie and Abel Van Meter State Park\, Miami\nArchery and atlatl\nNoon to 2 p.m.\nApr 3\nMay 14\n\n\nMay 23\nKnob Noster State Park\, Knob Noster\nArchery and atlatl\n10 a.m. to noon\nApr 10\nMay 21\n\n\nMay 23\nKnob Noster State Park\, Knob Noster\nArchery and atlatl\n1-3 p.m.\nApr 10\nMay 21\n\n\nMay 30\nThe Anita B. Gorman Conservation Discovery Center\, Kansas City\nArchery only – NO ATLATL\n10 a.m. to noon\nApr 24\nMay 28\n\n\nJun 2\nThe Anita B. Gorman Conservation Discovery Center\, Kansas City\nArchery only – NO ATLATL\n5:30-7:30 p.m.\nApr 24\nMay 31\n\n\nJun 10\nKnob Noster State Park\, Knob Noster\nArchery and atlatl\n10 a.m. to noon\nMay 8\nJun 8\n\n\nJun 10\nKnob Noster State Park\, Knob Noster\nArchery and atlatl\n1-3 p.m.\nMay 8\nJun 8\n\n\nJun 20\nThe Anita B. Gorman Conservation Discovery Center\, Kansas City\nArchery only – NO ATLATL\n10 a.m. to noon\nMay 15\nJun 18\n\n\nJul 11\nThe Anita B. Gorman Conservation Discovery Center\, Kansas City\nArchery only – NO ATLATL\n9-11 a.m.\nJun 12\nJul 9\n\n\nJul 25\nThe Anita B. Gorman Conservation Discovery Center\, Kansas City\nArchery only – NO ATLATL\n9-11 a.m.\nJun 19\nJul 23\n\n\nAug 4\nThe Anita B. Gorman Conservation Discovery Center\, Kansas City\nArchery only – NO ATLATL\n5:30-7:30 p.m.\nJul 3\nAug 2\n\n\nSep 12\nThousand Hills State Park\, Kirksville\nArchery and atlatl\n10 a.m. to noon\nAug 7\nSep 9\n\n\nSep 12\nThousand Hills State Park\, Kirksville\nArchery and atlatl\n1-3 p.m.\nAug 7\nSep 9\n\n\n\nRegistration\nRegistration is required for Learn2 Aim\, but there is no registration fee. \nClick on the “REGISTER HERE” link below to register. When you get to the registration website\, click on the green “Show sessions” box. A list of upcoming classes will pop up. Click on the green “Sign Up!” button to register for an event. All slots will be filled on a first-come\, first-served basis. \nRegister Here\nIf a class is full\, please enroll using the waitlist function. If an opening in the class becomes available\, you will be notified by the Learn2 staff via email or phone call. \nIf you have any questions\, please email Kintauna Myles with Missouri State Parks at kintauna.myles@dnr.mo.gov. \nWaitlist\nIf the activity you are looking to join is full\, please join our waitlist by signing up for that program on the registration tab. Once a cancellation has been approved\, a staff member will contact the first waitlist individual via email to prompt them to secure their spot within a 48-hour period. No response within that 48-hour time period will result in the customer being removed from the waitlist and the next individual being contacted. \nHow to Cancel a Reservation\nSeven or more business days in advance of the scheduled event date: Customers are able to cancel their reservations themselves and receive a full refund (when applicable). To cancel\, the customer should log in to their icampmo account\, find the reservations/activities that they are signed up for\, and hit “Cancel” for the reservation that they wish to cancel. \nSix or fewer business days in advance of the scheduled event date: Anyone needing to cancel a reservation six or fewer business days in advance of the scheduled event date should contact kintauna.myles@dnr.mo.gov. Per Missouri State Parks’ refund policy\, customers canceling an event registration six or fewer business days in advance of the scheduled event date agree to forfeit their reservation refund (when applicable)\, regardless of the circumstances. \nEvent Day Contact Information\nTo get more information about Learn2 Aim on the day of the event\, please contact the facility hosting the event. Each facility’s contact information can be found by clicking on the location name in the above table. \nEvent Cancellation Disclaimer\nMissouri State Parks reserves the right to cancel programs and events if necessary. \n 
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LOCATION:Annie and Abel Van Meter State Park\, 32146 N. Highway 122\, Miami\, MO\, 65344\, United States
CATEGORIES:Annie and Abel Van Meter State Park
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SUMMARY:Spring Hike on the Connector Trails
DESCRIPTION:5/16/2026 | Crowder State Park | Trenton\, Mo.\nJoin Crowder State Park staff for a guided hike – or nine – this spring. We will be offering a hike on each of our trails to showcase the beauty and diversity of the park. As we hike\, we will discuss the spring wildflowers and other plant species. Hikes will be offered at 9 a.m. every Saturday from April 4 to May 30. \nThese events are free and open to the public\, and there is no need to register. Participants should bring water and wear clothing and footwear that is comfortable and appropriate for the weather conditions. \nFor more information\, call the park office at 660-359-6473. To see more events like this\, please visit our guided hikes page. \nSeries Schedule:\n\n\n\n\nDate\nTime\nTrail\nDistance\nMeeting Location\n\n\n\n\nApr 4\n9 a.m.\nRedbud Trail\n2 miles\nCampground amphitheater\n\n\nApr 11\n9 a.m.\nRiver Forks Trail\n2 miles\nLake parking lot\n\n\nApr 18\n9 a.m.\nTall Oaks Trail\n3.2 miles\nShelter 3 parking lot\n\n\nApr 25\n9 a.m.\nThompson River Trail\, North Loop\n3.8 miles\nEquestrian parking lot\n\n\nMay 2\n9 a.m.\nRedbud Trail\n2 miles\nTennis court\n\n\nMay 9\n9 a.m.\nThompson River Trail\, South Loop\n7 miles\nEquestrian parking lot\n\n\nMay 16\n9 a.m.\nConnector trails\n4.25 miles\nCampground amphitheater\n\n\nMay 23\n9 a.m.\nRiver Forks Trail\n2 miles\nLake parking lot\n\n\nMay 30\n9 a.m.\nTall Oaks Trail\n3.2 miles\nLake parking lot\n\n\n\nCrowder State Park Contact Information:\n\nPhone number: 660-359-6473\nPark address: 76 NW Highway 128\, Trenton\, Mo.
URL:https://msparks.mindfeeder.dev/event/spring-hike-on-the-connector-trails/
LOCATION:Crowder State Park\, 76 NW Highway 128\, Trenton\, MO\, 64683\, United States
CATEGORIES:Crowder State Park
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SUMMARY:Grave Care Basics: Preservation through Cleaning
DESCRIPTION:5/16/2026 | Confederate Memorial State Historic Site | Higginsville\, Mo.\nRepresentatives from the State Historic Preservation Office will present a grave preservation workshop at Confederate Memorial State Historic Site on Saturday\, May 16. This free\, hands-on event will take place at the historic site’s Confederate Home Cemetery. The workshop is open to anyone who is interested in preserving a piece of local history while learning how to clean historic headstones in a safe\, effective and respectful manner. \nInstructors will provide information about which tools and cleaning solutions to use — and which ones to avoid — while also sharing general preservation tips. Cleaning solution\, brushes\, gloves and safety glasses will be provided. Participants should wear comfortable clothing and shoes that can get dirty. They are also encouraged to bring drinking water\, sunglasses\, sunscreen\, insect repellent\, hats\, kneeling pads and camp chairs. Space for the workshop is limited\, and online registration is required.  \nConfederate Memorial State Historic Site is located at 211 W. First St. in Higginsville. For more information about this event\, contact architectural historian Allyson Ingli at 573-751-7861. For general information about Confederate Memorial State Historic Site\, call the site office at 660-584-2853. \nEvent Times:\n\nStart: 1 p.m.\nEnd: 4 p.m.\n\nRelated Links:\n\n\n\nState Historic Preservation events\n\n\n\n 
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LOCATION:Confederate Memorial State Historic Site\, 211 W. First St.\, Higginsville\, MO\, 64037\, United States
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SUMMARY:Starry Sky Night
DESCRIPTION:5/16/2026 | Onondaga Cave State Park | Leasburg\, MO.\nOnondaga Cave State Park is hosting a series of night sky viewing events again in 2026. Join astronomy enthusiast Joe Parish in the visitor center parking lot on one or more of the dates listed below to view the cosmos with a high-powered telescope. \nThese events are free and open to the public\, and there is no need to register. Although a telescope will be provided\, visitors are welcome to bring viewing devices of their own. \nIn the event of poor viewing conditions\, the March through September programs will be pushed back one week\, while the October program will be canceled. Check the park’s Facebook page or the Park and Site Status Map for event updates. \n\n\n\nEvent Date and Time\nRain Date*\n\n\nMar 21\, 8:30 p.m.\nMar 28\n\n\nApr 18\, 8:30 p.m.\nApr 25\n\n\nMay 16\, 8:30 p.m.\nMay 23\n\n\nJun 13\, 9 p.m.\nJun 20\n\n\nJul 18\, 9 p.m.\nJul 25\n\n\nAug 15\, 9 p.m.\nAug 22\n\n\nSep 12\, 8:30 p.m.\nSep 19\n\n\nOct. 3\, 8:30 p.m.\nNone\n\n\n\nn*Times for the rain dates will be the same as those of the original events. \nOnondaga Cave State Park Contact Information:\n\nPark address: 7556 Highway H\, Leasburg\, Mo.\nPhone numbers:\n\nMore information about the event: 573-522-2785\nGeneral park information: 573-245-6576\n\n\n\nRelated Links:\n\nSeries flyer\nAstronomy events at Missouri state parks and historic sites\n\n 
URL:https://msparks.mindfeeder.dev/event/starry-sky-night-4/
LOCATION:Onondaga Cave State Park\, 7556 Highway H\, Leasburg\, MO\, 65535\, United States
CATEGORIES:Onondaga Cave State Park
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SUMMARY:Citizen Science: Sky Quality Meter Reading
DESCRIPTION:5/16/2026 | Knob Noster State Park | Knob Noster\, MO.\nJoin the park naturalist for this free program to learn about sky quality meter readings and why dark skies are important to wildlife. We will meet inside the visitor center for a brief tutorial before heading out to conduct sky quality meter readings at seven locations throughout the park. The naturalist will lead this caravan around the park. \nThis event is open to the public\, and there is no need to register. The program is subject to cancellation due to rain or cloud cover. To check for status updates about the event\, call the park office at 660-563-2463 or check the park’s Facebook page. \nEvent Times:\n\nStart: 9 p.m.\nEnd: 11 p.m.\n\nKnob Noster State Park Contact Information:\n\nPhone number: 660-563-2463\nPark address: 873 SE 10\, Knob Noster\, Mo.\n\nRelated Links:\n\nAstronomy events at Missouri state parks and historic sites\n\n 
URL:https://msparks.mindfeeder.dev/event/citizen-science-sky-quality-meter-reading/
LOCATION:Knob Noster State Park\, 873 SE 10\, Knob Noster\, MO\, 65336\, United States
CATEGORIES:Knob Noster State Park
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