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February Meeting – Updates from the City of Springfield
February Monthly Meeting Join us on Friday, February 7th, at the Watershed Center at 7:30 a.m. for our Monthly Meeting. The City of Springfield is

Reflecting on 2024: Watershed’s Annual Report
Our 2024 Annual Report is Here! 2024 was a year of progress, learning, and celebrating our 40th anniversary. See the image below for a snapshot by

Prescribed Burning at the Watershed Center
What Is Prescribed Burning? Prior to European settlement Indigenous people used prescribed fire as a land management tool. This knowledge, passed down through generations, shaped

December Meeting 2024 – “John, Jim, and the James” with Brent Stock
October Monthly Meeting Join us on Friday, December 6th, at the Watershed Center at 7:30 a.m. for our Monthly Meeting. Brent Stock will present: “John, Jim,

The Latest in Education at Watershed
The Latest in Our Water Education An exciting chapter currently unfolding is the upcoming daylighting of Jordan Creek, a long-awaited project that’s already sparking interest.

Build Resilience: Conservation Grants for Missouri Landowners
Empower Your Land: Apply for NRCS Conservation Funding to Improve Soil Health, Water Quality, and Wildlife Habitat in Missouri Are you a Missouri farmer or

Forest Stand Improvement at the Watershed Center
What Is Forest Stand Improvement? Forest Stand Improvement (FSI) is a management technique used to enhance the health, productivity, and biodiversity of a forest. This

40 Years of Watershed Conservation: Our Journey and Impact
In our 40th Anniversary Story, we reflect on the key milestones that have shaped our work and celebrate the individuals and organizations who have joined us on this journey. Dive into our history and learn how we’re continuing to make a lasting difference for our environment and community.

Our Trip to the Wild Mile in Chicago
Our Watershed team had the opportunity to visit The Wild Mile in Chicago as part of a Missouri Department of Conservation sponsored trip. This journey was made possible through MDC’s Community Conservation Program,

October Monthly Meeting Recap: Connection and Reflection at Fellows Lake
On a crisp October morning, the Watershed Committee of the Ozarks gathered for their monthly meeting at the picturesque Dock 66 at Fellows Lake. With pancakes served lakeside, attendees shared stories, ideas, and celebrated milestones that reflected the growth and vision of the organization since its early days in 1984.

October Meeting 2024 – Pancakes at Fellows Lake
October Monthly Meeting Join us on Friday, October 4th, at 7:30 a.m. Fellows Lake Dock 66 for our Monthly Meeting Center. Come enjoy a morning

Recap: Integrated Planning Field Day at Fellows
Andrew Schiller presented “Building Our Streamgage Network” on September 6th, 2024.