Missouri Master Naturalist Great Rivers Chapter

05/27/2026

We held a small ceremony at Riverlands for our two friends and Chapter Members, Larry Conant and Tom Fasl that passed away last year. Two redbud trees were planted last year and this week small plaques were place by them.
We all had fond memories to share.

05/23/2026

This will be an exceptional morning- I hope you can join us. The responsibility of plastic pollution has long been the burden of the consumer- YOU AND ME- but it doesn't have to be this way forever.
Let's get together and talk through the issue and land on a few solutions at the local level. This is the magic of local decision making! Join us in Olivette NEXT WEEK!

Register HERE: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSflcqDzA3xCGM7Mhk7rhJaPIcprRqKcPgdyrFAeFXEt0SikVw/viewform?usp=sharing&ouid=106774001494537920228

05/19/2026

🐦Help protect one of the most important bird habitats in Tower Grove Park!

Join the Gaddy Wild Bird Garden Volunteer Group and train alongside the Park’s Forestry Team this summer and fall. Learn hands-on habitat management skills while helping care for an Important Bird Area recognized by the National Audubon Society.

👉 Register today and make a difference for local and migratory birds by visiting
https://buff.ly/4FdhMcm

05/12/2026

Spring is a good time to talk about the food web -- plants - caterillars - birds. Why do/should plant lovers care? Many lepidoptera (moths/butterflies) are dependent on a particular plant for survival - they can't eat anything else. So - for example - no milkweeds - no monarchs. You can research different butterflies and moths and see what their host plants are. Many songbirds need caterpillars when they are rearing young, as the babies cannot handle anything other than soft food. Plant natives, don't spray, don't get worried if you have caterpillars eating your plants, don't worry if the birds eat some. Some will survive! If you want to download this graphic for your use, please do. Link in comments.

05/04/2026

03/20/2026

This very rare habitat can only be found in southeastern Missouri, and MDC estimates fewer than 2,000 acres of this habitat exists today.

03/12/2026

I visited Strawberry Creek Nature Area yesterday. I've driven by it numerous times and finally went there for a small hike. The trail markers are not real clear and I think it occasionally needs a sign that directs you back toward the parking lott. It is around a power line cut and Strawberry Creek. It is off of Upper Tenbrook Road in Arnold. The trail are typically up and down and runs around a mile depending on which one you take. I got a little lost so it was about 1.5 miles.

03/04/2026

🪏 Volunteer at the Nee Kee Nee!

Join us this month and help us maintain the new plantings at the East Stream Restoration Project (Nee Kee Nee)!

Volunteers will:
✔ Identify native plants
✔ Pull invasive weeds
✔ Haul plant materials
✔ Support restoration efforts

This is hands-on, physically active outdoor work. Volunteers must be 18+.

🧤 Tools provided
💧 Bring a water bottle (gloves optional)
🌤 Dress for the weather
⚠ Bathrooms may not be readily available

For available spots and to register, visit https://buff.ly/xY6WR9J.

02/23/2026

Missouri Botanical Garden scientist Mónica Carlsen will study anthuriums in the wild this summer.

01/29/2026

Volunteers needed now!

Our Stewardship Team is recruiting volunteer Tree Planters RIGHT NOW. Join our experienced arborists for a true master class in street tree planting and help grow a healthier St. Louis. Planting is in partnership with St. Louis City Forestry, funded by the Inflation Reduction Act and USDA Forest Service. These institutions are equal opportunity providers.
👉 Sign up here: https://signup.com/group/68977722059