For several weeks social media reactionaries have been hearkening the end of times with near Biblical fervor. It’s not a plague of locusts, but a measurable oddity that manifests from time to time in the form of periodical cicadas. Yes, hordes of noisy bugs with sometimes marginal aviation skills are due to return this springContinue reading “Periodical cicada invasion should be celebrated”
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Leap year delays opening day at Missouri trout parks
The concept and calculations for leap day and leap year are quite simple, but the schedule has always been a question in my mind. I understand that it takes 365 days and six hours for the earth to complete a full trip around the sun, but why in the world would anyone choose to makeContinue reading “Leap year delays opening day at Missouri trout parks”
Unplugged organization continues its work to get kids outdoors
For nearly a decade Missouri Kids Unplugged has been helping young people disconnect by inviting them to explore the outdoors at the organization’s facility near Dittmer and at special events throughout the St. Louis region. Sunfish are better than screen time; catching crappie kicks computer games; a lake shoreline is superior to social media. TonyContinue reading “Unplugged organization continues its work to get kids outdoors”
State plans classes for beginners to learn about hunting and fishing
Fishing is easy; it’s the catching part that can be trickier.
Don't Call Me Outdoor John 