Free workshop designed to help property owners manage natural habitats
Kansas City, Mo. –
With proper management, small acreages can provide big benefits for people who
enjoy native plants and wildlife. The Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC)
will offer a free conservation management workshop for small acreages 6:30 to 9
p.m. on Wednesday, Jan. 17, at the Bass Pro Shop in Independence. Registration
is required by Jan. 12.
MDC Urban
Forester Chuck Conner and MDC Private Land Conservationist Andy Carmack will talk
about ways landowners can manage habitat to achieve goals. Topics covered will
include:
- Attracting wildlife to your acreage.
- Tree and shrub planting for landscaping and
wildlife value.
- Identification and control of common invasive
species.
- Woodland management.
- Equipment that is available for loan to the
public for habitat improvements.
Whether a
property owner seeks more butterflies or birds, deer or turkeys, or simply
colorful trees and wildflowers, this workshop will provide information to help.
To register for
the workshop, call 816-228-3766. For more information about how MDC can provide
conservation assistance for your large or small acreage, visit https://mdc.mo.gov/property.
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