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SUMMARY:Nature Painting Class: Spring Nature
DESCRIPTION:5/15/2026 | Thousand Hills State Park | Kirksville\, Mo.\nThousand Hills is hosting a series of nature painting classes again in 2026. Led by park staff and volunteers\, these classes help participants connect with nature and express their creativity. In each class\, participants will learn how to paint a specific nature scene. These scenes are listed in the table below. \nThese programs are free and open to the public. Supplies will be provided\, but you are welcome to bring your own. Space is limited\, and you are encouraged to reserve a spot by calling the park office at 660-665-6995. \nSeries Overview:\n\n\n\nDate\nTime\nScene\nEvent Location\n\n\nSat\, Apr 4\n1-3 p.m.\nNight sky\nPark office\n\n\nFri\, May 15\n6-8 p.m.\nSpring nature\nSpecial-use area\n\n\nSat\, June 20\n6-8 p.m.\nSunset on the lake\nSpecial-use area\n\n\nSat\, Aug 29\n1-3 p.m.\nFall nature\nPark office\n\n\nFri\, Oct 9\n6-8 p.m.\nWinter nature\nPark office\n\n\n\n 
URL:https://msparks.mindfeeder.dev/event/nature-painting-class-spring-nature/
LOCATION:Thousand Hills State Park\, 20431 State Highway 157\, Kirksville\, MO\, 63501\, United States
CATEGORIES:Thousand Hills State Park
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SUMMARY:Dark Sky Program
DESCRIPTION:5/22/2026 | Thousand Hills State Park | Kirksville\, MO.\nThousand Hills State Park is hosting a series of dark sky programs again in 2026. Join park staff and representatives from Truman State University at the Point Shelter on one or more of the dates listed below to explore the stars and sky above you. The 2026 programs are planned for select Fridays from March to November. \nTelescopes will be set up at the Point Shelter\, but you are welcome to bring telescopes of your own\, along with chairs\, blankets and binoculars. These events are free and open to the public\, and there is no need to register. For more information\, call the park office at the number provided below. \nProgram Dates and Times (All Programs Are Weather Permitting):\n\nMarch 20\, 8-10 p.m.\nApril 17\, 8:30-10:30 p.m.\nMay 1\, 8:30-10:30 p.m.\nMay 22\, 9-11 p.m.\nJuly 3\, 9:30-11:30 p.m.\nAug. 21\, 8:30-10:30 p.m. \nSept. 11\, 8-10 p.m.\nOct. 23\, 7-9 p.m.\nNov. 13\, 5:30-7:30 p.m.\n\nThousand Hills State Park Contact Information:\n\nPark address: 20431 State Highway 157\, Kirksville\, Mo.\nPhone number: 660-665-6995\n\nRelated Links:\n\nAstronomy events at Missouri state parks and historic sites\n\n 
URL:https://msparks.mindfeeder.dev/event/dark-sky-program-4/
LOCATION:Thousand Hills State Park\, 20431 State Highway 157\, Kirksville\, MO\, 63501\, United States
CATEGORIES:Thousand Hills State Park
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SUMMARY:Petroglyph Tour
DESCRIPTION:5/24/2026 | Thousand Hills State Park | Kirksville\, Mo.\nThousand Hills State Park is once again offering guided tours of the park’s petroglyphs. Come explore and learn more about these ancient rock carvings made by ancestors of today’s Native Americans. \nThese events are free and open to the public\, and there is no need to register. \nTour Location:\n\nPetroglyph Shelter at Thousand Hills State Park\n\nGPS coordinates: 40.188658\, -92.640742\n\n\n\nTour Dates and Times:\n\nFriday\, April 10\, at 6:30 p.m.\nFriday\, April 24\, at 6:30 p.m.\nFriday\, May 8\, at 7 p.m.\nSunday\, May 24\, at 10 a.m.\nFriday\, June 5\, at 7 p.m.\nFriday\, June 19\, at 7 p.m.\nSunday\, July 5\, at 10 a.m.\nFriday\, July 24\, at 7 p.m.\nFriday\, Aug 7\, at 7 p.m.\nSaturday\, Aug. 22\, at 10 a.m.\nSunday\, Sept. 6\, at 10 a.m.\nSunday\, Sept. 20\, at 10 a.m.\nSaturday\, Oct. 10\, at 10 a.m.\nSaturday\, Oct. 31\, at 10 a.m.\n\n\n\n\nSelf-Guided Tours and Video:\nYou can still experience the petroglyphs even if you are unable to attend a guided tour. Self-guided tours are available during normal day-use hours\, and an interpretive video of the petroglyphs is available online. \nThousand Hills State Park Contact Information:\n\n\n\n\nAddress: 20431 State Highway 157\, Kirksville\, Mo.\nPhone number: 660-665-6995
URL:https://msparks.mindfeeder.dev/event/petroglyph-tour-15/
LOCATION:Thousand Hills State Park\, 20431 State Highway 157\, Kirksville\, MO\, 63501\, United States
CATEGORIES:Thousand Hills State Park
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SUMMARY:Fungal Foray
DESCRIPTION:5/31/2026 | Thousand Hills State Park | Kirksville\, Mo.\nCome discover the diversity of fungi that exists within Thousand Hills State Park. During this free event\, participants will collect fungi specimens and then discuss their findings. The program will be led by Truman State University professor and mycology researcher Bob Johnson. \nAll are welcome to attend. Please bring a basket and dress appropriately for a walk through the woods. \nWhen and Where:\n\nThe event will begin at 9 a.m.\nMeet at the parking lot just south of the day-use area playground\, across from Red Bud Trail.\n\nGPS coordinates: 40.18288\, -92.64874\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThousand Hills State Park Contact Information:\n\n\n\n\nAddress: 20431 State Highway 157\, Kirksville\, Mo.\nPhone number: 660-665-6995
URL:https://msparks.mindfeeder.dev/event/fungal-foray/
LOCATION:Thousand Hills State Park\, 20431 State Highway 157\, Kirksville\, MO\, 63501\, United States
CATEGORIES:Thousand Hills State Park
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SUMMARY:Nature Painting Class: Sunset on the Lake
DESCRIPTION:6/20/2026 | Thousand Hills State Park | Kirksville\, Mo.\nThousand Hills is hosting a series of nature painting classes again in 2026. Led by park staff and volunteers\, these classes help participants connect with nature and express their creativity. In each class\, participants will learn how to paint a specific nature scene. These scenes are listed in the table below. \nThese programs are free and open to the public. Supplies will be provided\, but you are welcome to bring your own. Space is limited\, and you are encouraged to reserve a spot by calling the park office at 660-665-6995. \nSeries Overview:\n\n\n\nDate\nTime\nScene\nEvent Location\n\n\nSat\, Apr 4\n1-3 p.m.\nNight sky\nPark office\n\n\nFri\, May 15\n6-8 p.m.\nSpring nature\nSpecial-use area\n\n\nSat\, June 20\n6-8 p.m.\nSunset on the lake\nSpecial-use area\n\n\nSat\, Aug 29\n1-3 p.m.\nFall nature\nPark office\n\n\nFri\, Oct 9\n6-8 p.m.\nWinter nature\nPark office\n\n\n\n 
URL:https://msparks.mindfeeder.dev/event/nature-painting-class-sunset-on-the-lake/
LOCATION:Thousand Hills State Park\, 20431 State Highway 157\, Kirksville\, MO\, 63501\, United States
CATEGORIES:Thousand Hills State Park
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SUMMARY:WIN: Women in Nature
DESCRIPTION:6/27/2026 | Thousand Hills State Park | Kirksville\, Mo.\nHave you ever wanted to explore the great outdoors\, but did not know where to begin? Come join us at Thousand Hills State Park for Women in Nature’s full-day experience to learn some new skills\, taught by all female instructors. This event is intended to be educational and relaxing. Whether you are new to the outdoors or consider yourself an expert\, we will help you gain a few new skills and improve your techniques in a relaxed\, fun and supportive atmosphere. \nSpace is limited\, and paid registration is required. Continue reading for more information. \nEvent Times:\n\nStart: 8:30 a.m.\nEnd: 4:30 p.m.\n\nEvent Location:\n\nThousand Hills State Park special-use area\n\nThe special-use area is the first right after Big Loop Trail Road.\n\n\n\nAge Requirements:\n\nParticipants must be at least 10 years old.\nAny participants under the age of 18 years must be accompanied by an adult 18 years or older.\n\nThings to Bring:\n\nLunch\nWater\nSnacks\nSunscreen\nInsect repellent\nClothing and footwear that is appropriate for the event activities\nA change of clothes and a towel\n\n\nActivities (may be subject to change):\nArchery and Atlatl (Low-Moderate*)\nArchery is a time-honored sport that is growing in popularity. It is not only good fun but good exercise – and now you can learn how it’s done. You will also get an introduction to atlatl throwing. This course will cover archery and atlatl safety\, ethics\, shooting techniques and equipment selection. You will receive personal instruction and adequate time to practice what you learn. \nDutch Oven/Camp Cooking (Low*)\nLearn the basics of cooking with a Dutch oven through instruction and hands-on experience. Cook a tasty dish in the great outdoors. \nKayaking (Moderate-High*)\nLearn the basics of flatwater kayaking\, including equipment\, entry and exit\, strokes\, safety\, water\, and wind. By the end of the class\, you should feel more comfortable on the water and better understand the safety risks around you. You will have time to practice and explore on Forest Lake. \nWildflower Hike (Moderate*)\nStop and smell the flowers during this guided hike. You’ll learn how to identify some of the park’s wildflowers and how they fit in to the local ecosystem. \n\n*Physical Activity Guide:\nPlease be advised that WIN: Women in Nature programs are outdoor activities. Participants will be walking on tread surfaces at times that contain roots or embedded rocks and may have elevation changes. \nTo help participants anticipate each course and know what physical levels to expect\, a physical activity rating system has been created. You will find a physical level rating for each course next to the course name in the Activities section of this page. \n\nLow: requires minimal physical skill/endurance (example: lecture-based and hands-on activities in a classroom)\nModerate: requires moderate physical skill/endurance (examples: lecture-based and hands-on activities while standing or taking short walks)\nHigh: requires high levels of skill/endurance (examples: lecture-based and hands-on activities while standing\, hiking\, lifting or engaging in full-body movement)\n\n\nRegistration\, Refunds and Cancellations:\nRegistration is $20\, and there is a maximum of 40 participants. \nClick on the “REGISTER HERE” link below to register. When you get to the registration website\, click on the “Show 1 session” box below the full-day listing. Then\, click on the green “Sign up!” button to register. \nRegistration open and close dates are listed on the registration website. All slots will be filled on a first-come\, first-served basis. \nRegister here\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. 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\, regardless of the circumstances. \nProgram Change Policy:\nOrganizers reserve the right to cancel\, reschedule or relocate any proposed offering. In the event that the program is canceled by Missouri State Parks\, customers will be refunded in full to the original form of payment within seven business days of the cancellation notice. \n\nFor more information:\nIf you have any questions prior to the day of the event\, please contact Kintauna Myles\, outdoor recreation coordinator\, at kintauna.myles@dnr.mo.gov\, or Jessica Doleh\, park superintendent\, at Jessica.Doleh@dnr.mo.gov. \nEvent Day Contact Information:\nTo get more information on the day of the event\, please contact the Thousand Hills State Park office at 660-665-6995.
URL:https://msparks.mindfeeder.dev/event/win-women-in-nature-6/
LOCATION:Thousand Hills State Park\, 20431 State Highway 157\, Kirksville\, MO\, 63501\, United States
CATEGORIES:Thousand Hills State Park
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SUMMARY:Nature Painting Class: Fall Nature
DESCRIPTION:8/29/2026 | Thousand Hills State Park | Kirksville\, Mo.\nThousand Hills is hosting a series of nature painting classes again in 2026. Led by park staff and volunteers\, these classes help participants connect with nature and express their creativity. In each class\, participants will learn how to paint a specific nature scene. These scenes are listed in the table below. \nThese programs are free and open to the public. Supplies will be provided\, but you are welcome to bring your own. Space is limited\, and you are encouraged to reserve a spot by calling the park office at 660-665-6995. \nSeries Overview:\n\n\n\nDate\nTime\nScene\nEvent Location\n\n\nSat\, Apr 4\n1-3 p.m.\nNight sky\nPark office\n\n\nFri\, May 15\n6-8 p.m.\nSpring nature\nSpecial-use area\n\n\nSat\, June 20\n6-8 p.m.\nSunset on the lake\nSpecial-use area\n\n\nSat\, Aug 29\n1-3 p.m.\nFall nature\nPark office\n\n\nFri\, Oct 9\n6-8 p.m.\nWinter nature\nPark office\n\n\n\n 
URL:https://msparks.mindfeeder.dev/event/nature-painting-class-fall-nature/
LOCATION:Thousand Hills State Park\, 20431 State Highway 157\, Kirksville\, MO\, 63501\, United States
CATEGORIES:Thousand Hills State Park
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SUMMARY:Nature Painting Class: Winter Nature
DESCRIPTION:10/9/2026 | Thousand Hills State Park | Kirksville\, Mo.\nThousand Hills is hosting a series of nature painting classes again in 2026. Led by park staff and volunteers\, these classes help participants connect with nature and express their creativity. In each class\, participants will learn how to paint a specific nature scene. These scenes are listed in the table below. \nThese programs are free and open to the public. Supplies will be provided\, but you are welcome to bring your own. Space is limited\, and you are encouraged to reserve a spot by calling the park office at 660-665-6995. \nSeries Overview:\n\n\n\nDate\nTime\nScene\nEvent Location\n\n\nSat\, Apr 4\n1-3 p.m.\nNight sky\nPark office\n\n\nFri\, May 15\n6-8 p.m.\nSpring nature\nSpecial-use area\n\n\nSat\, June 20\n6-8 p.m.\nSunset on the lake\nSpecial-use area\n\n\nSat\, Aug 29\n1-3 p.m.\nFall nature\nPark office\n\n\nFri\, Oct 9\n6-8 p.m.\nWinter nature\nPark office\n\n\n\n 
URL:https://msparks.mindfeeder.dev/event/nature-painting-class-winter-nature/
LOCATION:Thousand Hills State Park\, 20431 State Highway 157\, Kirksville\, MO\, 63501\, United States
CATEGORIES:Thousand Hills State Park
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SUMMARY:Fungal Foray
DESCRIPTION:10/11/2026 | Thousand Hills State Park | Kirksville\, Mo.\nCome discover the diversity of fungi that exists within Thousand Hills State Park. During this free event\, participants will collect fungi specimens and then discuss their findings. The program will be led by Truman State University professor and mycology researcher Bob Johnson. \nAll are welcome to attend. Please bring a basket and dress appropriately for a walk through the woods. \nWhen and Where:\n\nThe event will begin at 9 a.m.\nMeet at the parking lot just south of the day-use area playground\, across from Red Bud Trail.\n\nGPS coordinates: 40.18288\, -92.64874\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThousand Hills State Park Contact Information:\n\n\n\n\nAddress: 20431 State Highway 157\, Kirksville\, Mo.\nPhone number: 660-665-6995
URL:https://msparks.mindfeeder.dev/event/fungal-foray-2/
LOCATION:Thousand Hills State Park\, 20431 State Highway 157\, Kirksville\, MO\, 63501\, United States
CATEGORIES:Thousand Hills State Park
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