Missouri Amphibians - NEW PROGRAM with guests Jim Hinds and an MDC intern! The primordial and fascinating natural history of Midwest frogs, toads, hellbenders, mud puppies, and more! Our state's unique, beneficial and compelling story is a treasure for herpetologists worldwide. Landscaping ideas for diverse habitats highlighted, too.

Join trip leader Sally Urdang at the Discovery Center parking lot at 8:00 AM on Saturday, May 31. We'll be searching for the last wave of spring migrants, including shorebirds, warblers, waterfowl, and herons. The trip will run from 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM. Please bring your own binoculars if you have them; Sally will ... Read more

Join us as we visit this restored prairie and city park to conduct a migratory bird census which is requested to assist with KC Wildlands and their ongoing mission toward land stewardship around the KC Metro region. We will walk the trails in search of any lingering migrating warblers, vireos, flycatchers, thrushes and primarily focus ... Read more

The Real Story of Fungi and Mushrooms - Learn about the mysterious underworld of decomposers. Important ecologically as well as medicinally and victually, they're as fascinating as they are complex. With updated information!

Join us as we conduct a breeding bird census along the Blue River. This census assists KC WildLands and their mission of preserving the natural communities around Kansas City, and it counts toward volunteer hours for Master Naturalists. We'll walk the hiking/biking trails along the Blue River, approx. 2 miles. Your leader for this trip ... Read more