Nature Explorers: Fishing Lure DIY

Free Class December 13th 6:00 to 8:00 pm at Shoal Creek Conservation & Education Center.  For ages 7-12.  Join us at the Center and get hooked on lures.  We will learn about Missouri fishes and the best bait to bring them in.  This indoor program will include a lure to create and take home.  To […]

Yoga in Nature for Kids (Sponsored by Peaceful Yoga by Amanda)

December 14th, 11:15 to 11:45 am at Empire Market at 931 E. 4th Street Joplin, MO. Ages 2 and up accompanied by an adult (The time has been adjusted to help Mommas and Daddies) Led by Amanda, a Registered Yoga Teacher.  This class is designed to incorporate elements of fun, breathing and yoga pose specifically […]

Nature Christmas Crafts

Nature Christmas Crafts Free Class  December 14th, Noon to 2:00 pm at Joplin Empire Market, 931 E. 4th Street, Joplin. Ages 7 to 12.  We will be using items from nature to create unique Christmas ornaments & decorations.  Kids can make and take up to three items each.  This class is free. To register visit […]

Liberty Work Day

Wildcat Village 201 W Riviera Dr, Joplin, MO

Liberty Utilities will be joining the Friends Group to do some work to help prepare the Wildcat Village before the Earth and Arbor Day event.

Just a Little Smore

Wildcat Glades Pavilion 2FHH+CP4, Joplin, MO

March 14 4:30 p.m. -6:30 p.m. Wildcat Village Join the Wildcat Glades Friends group to learn there is so much s’more to eat around the campfire. We will learn about campfire safety, how to build the perfect campfire, and share some recipes for a few gourmet s’mores. Registration is required, please wear weather appropriate clothing, and […]

Spring Crafts

Shoal Creek Conservation Education Center 201 W Riviera Dr, Joplin, MO

March 18th  1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. at The Wildcat Village.  For families.  Spring is just around the corner and we will have some crafts to help you get ready to move those winter days out!  Bunnies, and spring flowers will be arriving soon and making a wreath with pretty ribbons and bows will help […]

Pictures with Trevor

Empire Market 931 E 4th st, Joplin, MO

Pictures with Joplin's Most Famous Rabbit, Trevor, has become a tradition for many families. This is an annual fund raiser for Wildcat Glades Friends Group. The cost is $ 35 and you will leave with a thumb drive and a photo release allowing you to print your photos at your favorite print shop. Registration is […]

Joplin Outdoors Hammock Class

Wildcat Glades Pavilion 2FHH+CP4, Joplin, MO

This event is for anyone who wants to learn about hammock camping. Please join us as we cover Hammock Camping and the gear needed for a comfortable night sleep. We will demonstrate what gear is best and the proper way to set it up. There will be several different hammocks to setup and try. You […]

Joplin Outdoors Silver Creek Clean up

Shoal Creek Conservation Education Center 201 W Riviera Dr, Joplin, MO

We will be cleaning Silver Creek behind MDC education center. Please bring gloves and work clothes. We will need a few kayaks in the water for the lake area. However, most of the creek and be cleaned from foot.