WOW School

10/12/2026

Thanks for another amazing weekend in the outdoors at Roaring River State Park. Classes for every interest from Drummaking to Paddleboarding. Mark your calendars as we celebrate 30 years, October 8th-10th 2027.

10/09/2026

Who is ready for WOW School Roaring River?

08/13/2026

The Gear Swap is back for 2026 Roaring River WOW School!

Have outdoor gear collecting dust? Bring your clean, gently used outdoor gear, clothing, and accessories to WOW School and trade them for something new-to-you. The Gear Swap is a fun way to share equipment, discover new adventures, meet fellow outdoor enthusiasts, and support sustainability. Participants can drop off items beginning Friday afternoon and receive tickets to use during the swap on Saturday morning. Any unclaimed items will be donated to support outdoor recreation opportunities.

Follow the link for more details: https://jmnpo-my.sharepoint.com/:b:/g/personal/rahawkins_dogwoodcanyon_org/IQCUk7TtrGXJTarYZGrFVgXjAZ3m9rW0FKlQlGR2ibSgGfI?e=EPYw5l

📅 Registration Opens: August 11 at 9:00 AM
🌲 WOW School: October 9-11, 2026
📍 Roaring River State Park

WOW School Registration https://wondersofwildlife.org/education/wow-school/

08/07/2026

We're also excited to introduce a brand-new program this year:

Young Adventurers (Ages 9-12)

For the first time, families can register their 9-12 year olds for a dedicated all-day Saturday experience led by the Wonders of Wildlife Education Team. Young Adventurers will spend the day exploring nature, participating in guided hikes, discovering wildlife, learning outdoor skills, and enjoying hands-on activities designed to inspire curiosity and a love for the outdoors. The program runs all day Saturday, including lunch, giving parents the opportunity to enjoy their own WOW School classes while their children participate in an adventure of their own.

Young Adventurers is limited to 20 participants, so we encourage families to register early.

📅 Registration Opens: August 11 at 9:00 AM
🌲 WOW School: October 9-11, 2026
📍 Roaring River State Park

WOW School Registration: https://wondersofwildlife.org/education/wow-school/

We can't wait to see everyone at Roaring River this fall! 🌲🎣🏹🛶

Bring your students on a field trip to Wonders of Wildlife in Springfield, Mo., to experience the outdoors and conservation up close.

08/07/2026

Hello WOW School Friends!
Registration for the 2026 Roaring River WOW National Outdoor Recreation & Conservation School opens August 11 at 9:00 AM! Join us October 9-11 at Roaring River State Park for a weekend filled with outdoor skills, conservation, adventure, and family fun.

This year's schedule includes favorites like kayaking, stand-up paddle boarding, fly fishing, Dutch oven cooking, geocaching, archery, blacksmithing, nature exploration, nature crafting, and much more. Whether you're a beginner looking to try something new or an experienced outdoorsperson wanting to sharpen your skills, there's a class for you.

Classes fill quickly, so we encourage everyone to browse the course booklet, plan their schedule, and be ready when registration opens. You can find the link for the Course Booklet and Planning Sheet in the comments section.

📅 Registration Opens: August 11 at 9:00 AM
🌲 WOW School: October 9-11, 2026
📍 Roaring River State Park

Learn more and register: 🔗 WOW School Registration https://wondersofwildlife.org/education/wow-school/

📖 Find the Course Booklet and Registration Planning Sheet in the comments below.

05/09/2026

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