More than 6,200 caves tunnel under Missouri, aptly called the Cave State. Several caves offer guided tours for visitors venturing to step below the surface and explore these natural wonders. Some are ...

SOUTHEAST Missouri (KFVS) - They’re the national bird, and many make their homes right here in southeast Missouri. Bald eagles can be found across the state, according to the Missouri Department of ...

Missouri Department of Conservation Director Jason Sumners says he's focused on better engaging with a community that is technologically more disconnected with nature. Missouri’s Department of ...

MISSOURI, USA — Every year, the Missouri Department of Natural Resources holds a contest to find the very best photos of the state's beautiful and varied environment. This year's winners were crowned ...

On Saturday, March 28, the Burr Oak Woods Nature Center will host a workshop to teach the public about naturescaping.

In the “DC Getaway,” WTOP contributor Briana Thomas shares tips for trips a hop and a skip away from D.C. The story below is based on a press trip sponsored by the Johnny Morris Conservation ...

On Saturday mornings, It’s Our Wild Nature volunteers gathered around a fire with breakfast and strong coffee, surrounded by trees and the soft songs of birds. They enjoyed the morning before they ...

LAKE OF THE OZARKS, Mo. - An Illinois man now holds the Missouri paddlefish state record, and he can thank Mother Nature for some of that title. Jim Dain snagged a monster 140-pound, 10-ounce ...

The Nature Index tracks primary research articles from 145 natural-science and health-science journals, chosen based on reputation by an independent group of researchers. The Nature Index provides ...