Note: Hiking Trails will now be Tues., Oct. 4 instead of Oct. 5 Waterfalls and Springs will now be Nov. 30 instead of Dec. 7 Both are still at Botanical Center, starting at 6:30pm Hiking Trails: GO–GETTIN’ OUT with Sue Schuble – … Continue reading →

SPRINGFIELD, Mo. — Groups and individuals wanting to maintain one-room schools in the Ozarks are working on projects to benefit their historic buildings like never before, according to David Burton, civic communication specialist with University of Missouri Extension. “We had … Continue reading →

I wax poetic yet again, might be worthy……. Scott’s Journal by Scott Cunningham September 29, 2011   Walking around my yard early as I always try to do when I’m home. Checked on the polyphemus caterpillars – thanks Kevin. I now … Continue reading →

GOOSE ATTACK By Peter Longley Horticultural Interpreter Springfield-Greene County Botanical Center and Gardens I was reminded of an incident in my schooldays yesterday. At age eleven we were given an assignment to write an essay on the topic: An Attack … Continue reading →

Message from Lisa Bakerink:  Below is an email I received today from Monarch Watch.  Interesting and concerning information regarding the population and the conditions related to migration.   Thanks to all of you who plan to help with the tagging event this Saturday, … Continue reading →