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The Story of Gray Bats in Rocheport Cave

January 13, 2026
Columbia, MO
River, Science
Learn about the small creatures that play a big role in the Missouri River ecosystem and the conservation efforts that have shaped their survival. 
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Minnows to Monsters: Fishes of the Missouri River

November 11, 2025
Columbia, MO
River, Science
Take a deep dive with Brittany Harried from the Missouri Dept. of Conservation as we look under the surface at all the fish that call the Missouri River home.
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Whitewater on the Mississippi: A St. Louis Kayaker's Story

October 8, 2025
St Charles, MO
River
Join Joe as he shares his journey from a novice paddler to a lifelong whitewater enthusiast right here in St. Louis.
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Paddling on the Mississippi River Water Trail: Success Through Partnerships!

July 9, 2025
St Charles, MO
River
Join Melissa Sauter from the Mississippi River Water Trail Association to hear about the success of this National Water Trail.
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Big Trails, Big Rivers: Exploring Mid-Missouri

Big Trails, Big Rivers: Exploring Mid-Missouri

May 13, 2025
Columbia, MO
River
This presentation originally took place on Tuesday, May 10th, 2025 in Columbia, Missouri. Hosted by Missouri River Relief Guidebook author and river guide Brett Dufur shared his knowledge and infectious […]
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Blue Catfish

Whiskered Wonders: Unraveling the Mysteries of Catfish

June 11, 2024
Columbia, MO
River, Science
Original presentation took place June 11, 2024 in Columbia, MO. If there’s one fish that people think of when they think of the Missouri River it’s gotta be the catfish. […]
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Exploring Columbia Trails Along Your Favorite Waterways

May 14, 2024
Columbia, MO
River
Presentation by Ginger Schweikert. Join Columbia author and avid hiker Ginger Schweikert as she shares some of Columbia's best trails along our waterways!
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Birding Journal

Nature Journaling is for the Birds!

May 8, 2024
St Charles, MO
River
Presentation by Aaron and Angie Jungbluth.  Join Aaron and Angie Jungbluth for this interactive program as we explore and practice a few Nature Journaling techniques that will enhance your observations, understanding, and appreciation of birds.
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Behind the Lens: River-bottom Tales

March 12, 2024
Rocheport
Culture, River
Presentation by wildlife photographer Garrett Hise. Join Garrett Hise for a journey through his most captivating wildlife encounters and the images they produced.
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MODOT Central District Bridge Demolition

Road to Rocheport: Building the New I-70 Bridge

December 12, 2023
River
Presentation by Julie Cotton and Mike True of Lunda Construction Co. Don't miss this opportunity to hear from Lunda Construction about the demolition and construction of the I-70 bridge over the Missouri River near Rocheport, MO.
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Dave Hillman

I Hate Camping: My 2022 Missouri River Headwaters to Gulf of Mexico Journey

September 8, 2023
New Haven, MO
River
Presentation by David Hillman Dave Hillman will share his experience paddling from the Missouri River Headwaters to the Gulf of Mexico in 2022.
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Uniting Missouri Stream Teams in our Great Rivers State: A Look at Advocacy, Education and Stewardship

July 12, 2023
St Charles, MO
River
Presentation by Mary Culler, Executive Director of Stream Teams United Mary Culler shares how Stream Teams United has focused on Advocacy, Education and Stewardship going into their 35th year. She will also touch on their Paddle MO program.
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