Catch the Latest "In the Weeds" with MDC: Summer Skills, Hummingbirds, & Nature Calendars

Want to level up your outdoor skills this summer? Sara Karnes from the Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) joined Grace on 105.1 The Bull for our latest "In the Weeds" segment to share the ultimate lineup of July events across the Ozarks.From crafting your own survival gear to watching master bird banders at work, this month is packed with action. Listen to the full interview below to catch all of the details!July Events at a Glance

• Summer Hatchery Tours (Branson): Cool off and tour the Shepherd of the Hills Fish Hatchery daily from 10:00 AM to 2:30 PM through September.
• Virtual Native Darter ID (July 9): Did you know Missouri has over 40 species of these tiny native fish? Learn how to spot them online at 2:30 PM.
• DIY Wilderness Cordage Class (July 11): Head to the Springfield Conservation Nature Center from 10:00 AM to noon to learn how to weave your own functional rope from natural plant fibers.
• Life Underground Library Series (July 14 & 15): Bring the kids to the Southwest City Library (July 14) or Pineville Library (July 15) from 10:30 AM to 11:30 AM to discover the secret lives of badgers, moles, and snakes.
• Fishing with Catalpa Worms (July 16): Discover why local anglers call this bait their absolute favorite. Class runs from 5:00 PM to 6:30 PM at the El Dorado Springs MDC office.
• Hummingbirds of Summer (July 18): Watch a live demonstration by a master hummingbird bander at the Springfield Nature Center from 5:30 PM to 7:00 PM. (Spots fill up fast, so register early!)
• Phenomenal Phenology Virtual Class (July 20): Learn how to track nature's seasonal shifts—like bloom cycles and lightning bug appearances—from 6:00 PM to 7:00 PM.

Ready to Dive Deeper?Grace and Sara go into much more detail during the broadcast. Click the audio player below to listen to the full interview!To save your spot for these workshops or register for online classes, head over to mdc.mo.gov or check out the blog post at aroundtheozarks.com.