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Community Fishing
BCNS - Family Fishing Day
Registration Opens 4/15/2026   200 of 200 seats remaining

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Boone County Nature School
8989 S. Tom Bass Road
Columbia, MO 65201
(573) 815-7900
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Join MDC for a Family Fishing Day at the Boone County Nature School in Columbia on May 9. This free event is designed for Columbia Public Schools students and families of the surrounding community. COLUMBIA, Mo. – In partnership with the Boone County Nature School, the Missouri Department of Conservation will be hosting a Family Fishing Day on May 9th from 9:00-1:00 to give students the opportunity to expand upon their skills as anglers. This event is geared towards students who have previously received instruction at the Boone County Nature School, as well as any other interested local families. Along with fishing, participants will be encouraged to explore the wide range of ecosystems and hiking trails on-site. The property includes prairies, ponds, forests, and karst ecosystems, as well as flat trails of varying lengths. All equipment needed for fishing, including fishing poles, bait, and tackle boxes will be provided. Participants are also welcome to bring their own equipment. Staff will be present to assist new anglers with how to cast, bait a hook, and properly hand fish. All participants under the age of 18 must be accompanied by an adult for the entirety of their experience. Registration is required for this event. If you have issues registering, please contact Madeline.Cox@mdc.mo.gov for assistance. The Boone County Nature School is located at 8989 S Tom Bass Rd, Columbia MO 65203. Madeline Cox
Location Information

Boone County Nature School located at the Waters - Russell unit of Three Creeks Conservation Area
Cancellation Policies:

You must cancel your registration before Saturday, May 9, 2026.
Age Policy:

This event is open to all ages.