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Fall Hunting Information

The fall hunting season is upon us and our hunting information page brings all the info you need together. Get information on upcoming deer, turkey and waterfowl seasons as well as information on habitat in Missouri. Find out about drawings, reservations, and managed hunts around the state.

New! Fall color slideshow.

Missouri is blessed with a great variety of trees, shrubs and vines. Their leaves turn at different times, ensuring a fall color season that may last four to six weeks. This year, we document these changes in our new online photo slideshow. Also, discover scenic driving routes and learn the current status of forests around the state.

Stop This Killer

The shiny green menace scientists found at Wappapello Lake on July 23 probably arrived in out-of-state firewood. Emerald ash borer, a non-native beetle, has destroyed more than 50 million Midwestern ash trees since the 1990s. Protect Missouri's ash trees. Don't move firewood. Call 866-716-9974 to report EAB sightings.

All MDC Trails Lead to Nature

Whether you're looking for a day hike among woodland wildflowers or a challenging backpack trip in the rugged Ozarks, you'll find a trail to nature on many of your Missouri Department of Conservation lands. Visit our MDC Trail Finder to locate your next nature hike.

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Regional information

MDC offers events, news, and locations for fishing, hunting, and outdoor recreation. Check out what's going on in your area or visit a local nature center.

Select your region to find out how to get involved with conservation near you:

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