Warm, springlike temperatures make one get outdoors. This is especially true for anyone wanting fresh air and sunshine before the bugs hatch. The Missouri Department of Conservation’s (MDC) Twin Pines Conservation Education Center (CEC) is celebrating the history of the Ozarks with Heritage Day. Many people have come in the past to participate in all of the educational activities.
What Is Happening?
Heritage Day is a free annual event celebrating the history of the Ozarks with food, live music, naturalist-led activities, demonstrations, and workshops. Activities for all ages include coopering, wooden spoon carving, basket weaving, fly-tying, quilting, broom-making, and a presentation by a flintlock gun maker. They will also feature live music.
When Is This?
This all takes place on Saturday, April 15. The activities begin at 10:00 am and continue until 2:00 pm. The fish fry begins at 11:00 am and lasts until the fish are gone.
How Much Does This Cost?
The cost fits anyone’s budget. It is FREE! However, this event attracts several hundreds of people each year. It is good to prepare ahead.
Parking?
Offsite parking and shuttle service will be available this Saturday. For more information, please call (573) 325-1381.
Location?
Twin Pines CEC is located on Highway 60, 1.3 miles east of the intersection of Highway 60 and Highway 19 North.
This is an outdoor family-oriented event. Persons come from all over the area to celebrate and learn new skills.
