Francis Skalicky

Springfield

Media Specialist, Missouri Department of Conservation and Contributor at Freelance

Articles

Learn about frogging June 30 at MDC's Andy Dalton Range

2 weeks ago | pressreleasepoint.com | Francis Skalicky

Submitted by Missouri Depart... on Mon, 06/09/2025 - 22:33 People can learn more about frogging (pictured above) at a June 30 MDC clinic at MDC's Andy Dalton Shooting Range and Outdoor Education Center in Greene County. Caption People can learn more about frogging (pictured above) at a June 30 MDC clinic at MDC's Andy Dalton Shooting Range and Outdoor Education Center in Greene County.
Shop for native plants on May 24 at MDC's Shoal Creek Conservation Center

1 month ago | pressreleasepoint.com | Francis Skalicky

Submitted by Missouri Depart... on Fri, 05/16/2025 - 14:42 People can purchase swamp milkweed (pictured above) and a variety of other native plants on May 24 at a native plant sale at MDC's Shoal Creek Conservation Education Center in Joplin. Caption People can purchase swamp milkweed (pictured above) and a variety of other native plants on May 24 at a native plant sale at MDC's Shoal Creek Conservation Education Center in Joplin.
MDC virtual program will have tips on avoiding outdoor hazards

1 month ago | pressreleasepoint.com | Francis Skalicky

Submitted by Missouri Depart... on Thu, 05/08/2025 - 01:51 People can get tips on how to avoid poison ivy (pictured above), ticks, and other outdoor worries at an MDC virtual program on May 16. Caption People can get tips on how to avoid poison ivy (pictured above), ticks, and other outdoor worries at an MDC virtual program on May 16.
MDC invites kids to free fishing day May 3 at Bennett Spring

2 months ago | pressreleasepoint.com | Francis Skalicky

Submitted by Missouri Depart... on Mon, 04/28/2025 - 15:15 Kids can experience the fun of fishing for trout (pictured above) at Bennett Spring State Park's Kids' Fishing Day event on May 3. Caption Kids can experience the fun of fishing for trout (pictured above) at Bennett Spring State Park's Kids' Fishing Day event on May 3.
Johnson Grass - Christian County Headliner News

2 months ago | ccheadliner.com | Francis Skalicky

Posted 4/23/25Wherever you find Johnson grass growing, you’re apt to find people trying to get rid of it. This item is available in full to subscribers.
Learn about trapshooting at MDC program at Andy Dalton Range on May 3

2 months ago | pressreleasepoint.com | Francis Skalicky

Submitted by Missouri Depart... on Tue, 04/22/2025 - 13:33 People can learn about trapshooting (pictured above) at a May 3 MDC program at MDC's Andy Dalton Shooting Range and Outdoor Education Center, which is located in Greene County. Caption People can learn about trapshooting (pictured above) at a May 3 MDC program at MDC's Andy Dalton Shooting Range and Outdoor Education Center, which is located in Greene County.
Tips for hunting wild turkeys safely - Christian County Headliner News

2 months ago | ccheadliner.com | Francis Skalicky

Posted 4/16/25This year, as is the case every year, safety is the most important component of Missouri’s spring turkey season. This item is available in full to subscribers.
Learn about birding in Audubon's time at MDC's Springfield Nature Center on April 17

2 months ago | pressreleasepoint.com | Francis Skalicky

Submitted by Missouri Depart... on Mon, 04/07/2025 - 12:58 Author Kenn Kaufman (pictured above) will share his insights into the birding methods of John James Audubon at an April 17 program at MDC's Springfield Conservation Nature Center. Caption Author Kenn Kaufman (pictured above) will share his insights into the birding methods of John James Audubon at an April 17 program at MDC's Springfield Conservation Nature Center.
Archery clinic to be held April 13 at MDC's Dalton Range

2 months ago | pressreleasepoint.com | Francis Skalicky

Submitted by Missouri Depart... on Thu, 04/03/2025 - 02:21 People can get information on archery equipment for hunting (pictured above) and recreational target shooting at an MDC program April 13 at MDC's Andy Dalton Shooting Range and Outdoor Education Center. Caption People can get information on archery equipment for hunting (pictured above) and recreational target shooting at an MDC program April 13 at MDC's Andy Dalton Shooting Range and Outdoor Education Center.
MDC April 12 program explores history and traditional uses of Ozarks plants

2 months ago | pressreleasepoint.com | Francis Skalicky

Submitted by Missouri Depart... on Wed, 04/02/2025 - 06:18 People can learn how berries of the spice bush plant (pictured above) and parts of other native plants were used in pioneer times at an April 12 native plant hike at MDC's Springfield Conservation Nature Center.